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December will be a crucial month for Trenton Water Works, with two long-awaited, major initiatives starting before the end of 2019. First, on Dec. 3, TWW will start to add orthophosphate to its water in an effort to prevent lead in its system from reaching its 225,000 customers across Mercer County. Lead reacts with orthophosphate to

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Beware of alien invaders this Christmas, and be prepared to kill them on sight. That’s the warning the state Department of Agriculture has issued regarding the latest nonnative insect to come to our region. If part of your holiday tradition involves venturing to a local farm and picking the perfect-sized tree on which to display your ornaments, watch out for unusual gray blobs on the bark of your ideal pine or fir. These gray clusters could contain around 30-50 eggs of

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an invasive plant that is present in much of New Jersey,” said Jeff Wolfe, an official from the New Jersey 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton,epartment of Agriculture. He calls the spotted lanternfly, which is gray and red with wings bespeckled with black dots, “an excellent hitchhiker on any kind of vehicle or transportation.” That’s exactly how it entered the United States from overseas. Apples, almonds, grapes, hops and a wide array of trees, such as oak and maple, are among the types of vegetation that may be in jeopardy from the spotted lanternfly, which gather in masses on its host of choice. It is as much as a threat to See LANTERNFLIES, Page 6

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Staub, Jones and Miller elected to Ewing School Board One incumbent and two newcomers were elected to the Ewing Township Board of Education on Nov. 5. Stephanie Staub, who received the most votes (3,245), was easily reelected to her third three-year term on the board. She was first elected in 2010. Elected to their first terms on the board were Deborah Jones (2,819) and Michael Miller (2,517). Other candidates on the ballot were Daniel Angebranndt (2,066) and Scott Franks (1,811). There were 35 write-in votes cast. Two school board stalwarts opted not to run this year. Long-time board member Bruce White, who served a total of 33 years on the board, decided not to run for personal reasons. White, who was first elected in 1984, has not ruled out running for the board in the future. Also not running was Kenneth Bradley, who served from 2003-2015 and 2016 to the present. Both White’s and Bradley’s terms end on Dec. 31. The school election was the only local race on the ballot. Staub, 51, is the director of market-

ing for the Architectural Glass Institute and has been with the company for more than 7 years. She and her husband, Wayne, have two children. Their son, Wayne, graduated from Ewing High School in 2018 and their daughter, Natalie, is a junior at EHS. Jones, 58, is currently enrolled at Mercer County Community College working towards earning an associate’s degree. She has worked for the past five years for the Ewing Township Police Department as a school crossing guard. She also works in the Ewing Senior and Community Center office part-time and for the township Summer Camp program during the summer months. She was previously employed as a legal secretary for more than 30 years at various law firms, and most recently with a doctor’s office for 15 years until 2018 when the office was closed. Miller, 45, has been employed as the director of tennis at Hopewell Valley Tennis and Swim Club in Pennington, since 1999. He and his wife, Jennifer, have three children: Peyton, 15, Chloe,

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12, and Brodie, 10. Peyton is a sophomore at EHS, Chloe is a 7th grader at Fisher and Brodie is a 5th grader at Lore. The numbers reported in this story are based on unofficial results issued by the Mercer County Clerk’s Office as of Nov 19. –Bill Sanservino

Ewing earns Sustainable Jersey Certification Ewing Township has once again been awarded Sustainable Jersey Silver certification for 2019. The award, which is given by Sustainable Jersey, continues the township’s progression in the program from its first Bronze certification in 2013 and its Silver certification in 2016. To become Sustainable Jersey certified, Ewing had to complete a balance of the rigorous program sustainability actions. Ewing’s application was spearheaded by the township’s Green Team in conjunction with township staff and a number of municipal boards. The town was approved for 45 actions in 16 categories for a total of 500 points, its highest point total yet. The award will be accepted by Green Team members and township representatives at the N.J. League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City this month. “Sustainable Jersey certification is a prestigious designation for municipal

governments in New Jersey. Municipalities that achieve certification are considered by their peers, by state government and by the experts and civic organizations in New Jersey, to be among the leading environmental municipalities in the state,” states a township news release. Certification is a rigorous process and once certified, Sustainable Jersey towns have access to incentives and grants; training and guidance towards the development of a sustainable community; and are promoted on the Sustainable Jersey website as a town that is doing its part for the environment. For more information about Sustainable Jersey visit their website at sustainablejersey.com. Of the 565 registered municipalities in New Jersey, Ewing is one of only 207 New Jersey towns that are Sustainable Jersey certified and, only 50 towns that have attained recognition at the Silver level. By becoming a Sustainable Jersey certified town, Ewing Township reinforces its commitment to saving resources, the environment and the planet. “Mayor Bert Steinmann lauded the progress Ewing has made in becoming more sustainable and thanked the efforts of the many volunteers in Ewing Township who contributed, not only to this outstanding achievement, but to many other volunteer efforts that have helped to make Ewing a better place for residents to call home,” states the township release.

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LANTERNFLIES continued from Page 1 Christmas trees as it is to any other of the 70 crops on its hitlist, Wolfe said. However, he said the spotted lanternfly has not yet been found on a tree grown in New Jersey. The first confirmation of a spotted lanternfly sighting in Mercer County was in July of 2018, according to a press release from the NJDA. Last year, there were media reports that a woman in Warren County, which is also currently under quarantine, found spotted lanternflies throughout her home after they hatched from two egg masses on the bark of her Christmas tree. It has not been reported as to where she had gotten the tree from. The egg masses are typically laid on smooth surfaces. The spotted lanternflies have been found mostly along the counties bordering the Delaware River, though some small populations have been confirmed in other counties, Wolfe said. Warren, Hunterdon, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Salem and Somerset counties are the other areas that are currently under quarantine. The spotted lanternfly was originally seen in Berks County, Pennsylvania in 2014, according to the NJ Department of Agriculture. A map, which was last updated on Sept. 30, released by the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program shows that the bug has also been reported in New York, Delaware, Maryland, Virgina, Connecticut and Massachusetts. These destructive insects attack trees

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by sucking out its sap through their sharp mouths, piercing through the bark. Sap seeps out of the areas they feed on, which attracts harmful insects such as ants, bees, hornets and wasps. They leave behind a honeydew excrement that eventually becomes moldy and kills the crops they attack. Although Wolfe said there has not yet been any reported crop damage in New Jersey, he believes “it is important that we remain vigilant in attempting to

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eliminate this pest,” to prevent that from occurring. State officials are urging residents in the quarantined areas to check their vehicles for any signs of the species before traveling abroad to prevent the spread of this insect. “The secretary of agriculture may temporarily designate any non-quarantined area in New Jersey as a quarantined area, if the secretary has reason to believe that the Spotted Lanternfly

is present based on positive confirmation of any life stage of this insect by the Department, or by agents of the USDA APHIS,” states the New Jersey Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Rule in the N.J. Register. A checklist is available online listing for items that should be examined thoroughly for spotted lanternfly eggs. The checklist states, “Before you move outdoor items from the quarantine area, check for spotted lanternfly egg masses, adults and nymphs. Make sure all items are pest free before you move them. Help keep this pest from spreading.” After a spotted lanternfly hatches, it is first characterized as a black nymph with white spots before it transitions to being red with white spots before adulthood. The NJDA in their reporting guidelines classifies adult spotted lanternflies as one inch long and a half inch wide. “The hind wings have contrasting patches of red and black with a white band. The legs and head are black; the abdomen is yellow with broad black bands. Immature stages are black with white spots, and develop red patches as they grow.” The checklist suggests examining recreational/camping items such as bicycles and campers, outdoor household items such as firewood and trash cans, building materials such as bricks and cinder blocks, yard and garden items such as barbecue grills and lawnmowers, and children’s playthings such as bicycles and scooters. When asked how the quarantined

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Protecting you from lead is our top priority. On December 3, Trenton Water Works will begin a phased rollout of our corrosion control project, introducing orthophosphate, a food additive, into our water-treatment process to prevent particles from lead and galvanized steel water-service lines and household plumbing fixtures from leaching into drinking water. This project is in addition to TWW’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program, which is replacing thousands of lead lines with safer copper lines in our system and at private homes. In Phase 1, TWW will apply orthophosphate to our high service area, which is comprised of parts of the City of Trenton, Hamilton Township, Ewing Township, and Lawrence Township. TWW’s gravity area— sections of the City of Trenton—will receive orthophosphate as part of Phase 2, once TWW completes water-distribution system and water-treatment system improvements. Parts of Hopewell Township within our service area are not a focus of this project because they use newer infrastructure. To learn more, call (609) 989-3055. W. Reed Gusciora, Mayor

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Orthophosphate FAQ What Is Orthophosphate? Orthophosphate is a food-grade additive that we add to our water-treatment process to help reduce lead levels in water. When water with orthophosphate runs through the system, it creates a coating on the inside of lead service lines, creating a barrier between the lead pipes and the water. This is considered corrosion control.

Is Orthophosphate Safe in My Drinking Water? Orthophosphate is considered safe by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Also, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recognize orthophosphate as an effective water-treatment additive in reducing lead levels.

Why Is Orthophosphate Important for the TWW Water System? According to our analysis of TWW’s water-distribution system, there are 36,700 lead and galvanized steel water-service lines in our system and at private homes in our five-municipality service area. This number does not include Hopewell Township because the vast majority of its housing stock in our service area was built after lead was banned for use in plumbing fixtures. Although TWW has launched a $15 million project to replace thousands of water-service lines in our system, it will take many years. In the short-term, a proven method of protecting residents from lead is by introducing orthophosphate into TWW’s water-treatment process to prevent lead from leaching into the water from lead and galvanized steel water-service lines and household plumbing fixtures.

How Does Orthophosphate Work? Orthophosphate forms a protective coating inside lead and galvanized steel water-service lines and household plumbing fixtures to prevent lead particles from leaching into the drinking water.

When Will TWW Begin Using Orthophosphate? TWW will add orthophosphate to its water-treatment process in phases, beginning with the launch of Phase 1 to TWW’s high service area on Tuesday, December 3. TWW’s high service area is comprised of parts of the City of Trenton, Hamilton Township, Ewing Township, and Lawrence Township. While Hopewell Township will not be a direct focus of TWW’s orthophosphate work due to its newer infrastructure, the additive will enter its water supply during this system-wide initiative. TWW’s gravity area, comprised of parts of the City of Trenton, will receive orthophosphate as part of Phase 2, once TWW completes water-distribution system and water-treatment system improvements.

When Will the Orthophosphate Begin Working? TWW’s engineering assessment of the water-distribution system indicates that orthophosphate will reach its maximum effectiveness in 10-12 months. NJ1111001

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WATER continued from Page 1 and moderated by New Jersey Future’s Missy Rebovich, the panel featured mayors from the five municipalities in the Trenton Water Works service area. But, often, it involved Picco stepping to the front of the room to clear the air or explain a topic in greater nuance. Like many in Mercer County, the staff, students and faculty at Rider have taken interest in the ongoing issues at the water utility because they happen to live or work in the TWW service area. University administration has installed filters on every drinking faucet at Rider, at “significant expense,” Rebovich Institute director Micah Rasmussen said during the event’s introduction. Institutions—and even individual residents—have taken such measures because lead is a neurotoxin, and the human body cannot process it. Instead, it is absorbed by teeth, bones and body tissue. Doctors, researchers and government agencies agree that there is no safe level of lead for human consumption. Lead-in-water issues burst into the public consciousness in 2015 after dangerous water in Flint, Michigan, created a public health crisis the city continues to deal with today. A number of books have been written about the Flint water crisis, including Anna Clark’s “The Poisoned City,” which served as Rider University’s “shared read” for 2019 and the Rebovich Institute’s tie-in for the Nov. 13 event. Rasmussen said he had trouble convincing the mayors to participate at first because they shied away from the association with Flint. Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora reiterated that point during his opening statement, saying Trenton never has had as many issues as Flint or even Newark, which has dealt with its own widespread and dangerous lead issue the last few years. “We are not Flint, and we aren’t Newark,” he said. Gusciora suggested Trenton gets lumped into that group due to the “politics of water,” and pointed to the prominent role TWW played in the Hamilton mayoral election this year. Hamilton Mayor Kelly Yaede has routinely made demands of Trenton Water Works during the last two years, often publicly releasing letters she sends to TWW if the utility’s response isn’t to her liking. Her challenger and the eventual winner of the mayoral election, Jeff Martin, repeatedly has said providing clean, safe drinking water is one of his top priorities when he takes office in January. Martin sat on the Rider panel in lieu of Yaede, who declined an invitation because she was on vacation. Gusciora said that testing has shown Trenton’s water has met all standards since December 2018, with no exceedances in a year. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued TWW eight violations in 2019, with only one having to do with the qual-

ity of the water itself. (TWW lead testing for the second half of 2018 exceeded standards.) The eight violations would be TWW’s best year since 2016. Gusciora credited former TWW director Shing-Fu Hsueh for turning around the agency. Hsueh resigned from the role in September after 18 months on the job. As for why the issues existed in the first place, Gusciora attributed many of TWW’s problems to the age of the system itself. “Trenton is the second oldest water utility in the nation, so we do have old pipes, and we recognize that,” Gusciora said. TWW introduced the concept of a service line replacement program in 2018 as a way to deal with the old lead pipes in its system. The program has proved to be complex, with TWW needing to coordinate with customers, municipalities and the state government. Since not every home has a lead service line, TWW had to identify where lead lines were likely based on the construction date of the buildings. It then had to convince property owners to sign up for the voluntary program. Meanwhile, TWW had been going back and forth with the state Department of Community Affairs on its plan for the project. DCA required its approval on the program before TWW could go ahead with work, and the DCA rejected a number of drafts before recently approving one, Ewing Mayor Bert Steinmann said. Lawrence Mayor Christopher Bobbitt said there are also delays created on the municipal end since every service line replacement requires a permit from the government. The municipalities also requested TWW cooperation in not digging up streets that had been paved recently, Bobbitt said. Municipal requests may be a consideration, but Picco said the order of work will occur primarily based on a DEP priority list. TWW will first replace lines in areas where many people have opted into the program, as well as areas with a lot of children. The date a customer signed up will not be a factor, he said. This voluntary, opt-in approach will mean that TWW will often have to replace lines in a patchwork fashion, much to the chagrin of the mayors on the panel. “One house at a time is not a very satisfying way to solve a public health problem,” Hopewell Township Mayor Kristin McLaughlin said. The delays have frustrated residents, too, including some who stood up at the Rider event to ask what has held up progress. Many signed up for the program in 2018, lured by TWW’s promise that its customers would pay no more than $2,500 for the work. Such a repair often costs twice that amount. Since then, TWW has secured a deal with the New Jersey Infrastructure

Steinmann said he has ‘a beef’ with DEP for requiring technical language in water utilities’ communication with its customers.

Bank (NJIB) that would limit consumer costs to $1,000. TWW would foot the rest of the bill. Picco said the financing agreement with the NJIB, while generally favorable, requires both the piecemeal approach of work and the need to charge customers a fee. Both could go by the wayside in 2020, he said, if he is successful in finding an alternative funding source. Newark has started to replace all of its lead service lines free of charge, thanks to funding it received from the local improvement authority. A similar agreement in Trenton would allow TWW to offer the lead service line replacement at no cost to the ratepayer. Anyone who already had paid to have their line replaced would receive “recompense” from TWW, Picco said. With an alternative funding source, TWW and the towns in its service area could also make replacement mandatory, Picco said. This would allow the project to get done much faster than the five years TWW projects currently. Picco said he will know if this is a possibility within the next year. Relief could also come in the form of government funding. Water utilities across New Jersey—from Newark to Hackensack to Trenton to Bordentown—have grappled with lead issues in recent years, and in October, Gov. Phil Murphy pledged $500M in state money to eliminate the lead-in-water issues in New Jersey. Gusciora projected the state money won’t become available until 2021 at the earliest. There are also federal funds at play, thanks to a bill introduced by Sen. Cory Booker—the former mayor of Newark—and signed into law by President Donald Trump in September. The law would allow states to move certain federal funds into use to fix broken drinking water systems. New Jersey has $100M in such funding, and Picco said Trenton should be No. 2 on the list for money, after Newark. In the meantime, TWW continues to try to clean up its image as it cleans up its system. TWW has started a newsletter to send regular updates to its ratepayers. It

Lawrence Mayor Christopher Bobbitt, Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora, Hamilton Mayor-elect Jeff Martin, moderator Missy Rebovich, Hopewell Township Mayor Kristin McLaughlin and Ewing Mayor Bert Steinnman discuss Trenton Water Works during a Nov. 13, 2019 event at Rider University. (Photo by Peter Borg.) has hosted a number of public forums in its service area, and Martin said he met with Picco in early November to request TWW host another public forum in Hamilton soon. Martin said, in an email to the Lawrence Gazette after the event, that Picco committed to holding a forum in Hamilton but has not set a date yet. This outreach is important because the mayors admitted the whole business of drinking water often confuses them, too, and they are learning about the science behind water quality along with their residents. The complexity of the subject often creates the opportunity for misunderstanding or even unnecessary fear, they said. Steinmann said he has “a beef” with DEP for requiring technical language in water utilities’ communication with its customers. This means notices sent to ratepayers after a DEP violation often contain scientific language that—while correct—can seem frightening or more serious than it is in reality. “This is the tricky part about a chemical system,” McLaughlin said. “It’s mak-

ing information accessible to people who don’t have a Ph.D.” Bobbitt said part of the issue stems from the fact that the phrase “Trenton Water Works” has gained a negative connotation, which then leads every TWW issue to become a cause for panic. But he admitted that the DEP notices have made it “nerve-wracking” for him, too, to serve someone a glass of water or make dinner for his children with Trenton water. Gusicora, as a rebuttal, said no one has anything to worry about since his 19-year-old cat drinks Trenton tap water every day and is healthy. Toward the end of the forum, Martin had heads in the audience nodding when he said he couldn’t blame residents for feeling nervous. TWW has had 30 DEP violations in the last three years. The water has tested high for several disinfectant byproducts and lead on multiple occasions, not to mention chronic issues with low staffing and a failure to properly monitor the system. Due to the frequency and range of problems, TWW customers have lost faith in the utility, he said.

“People are getting hit with all these letters where they just see the initials ‘TWW,’” Martin said. “It creates a level of anxiety, ‘What is it today?’ If it was just the lead issue, it would be a different discussion...Once you lose someone’s trust, it’s hard to get it back.” Steinmann defended Gusciora, saying that Gusciora’s administration has focused heavily on solving TWW’s ailments. Communication between Trenton and the governments of TWW’s suburban service area has improved drastically since Gusciora became mayor in mid-2018, Steinmann said. The concern for all four suburban mayors, however, is that the efforts have solely been attributable to a will from the Gusciora administration, not due to any improvement in Trenton’s processes or procedures. They worry that their residents ultimately are beholden to the city’s politics, since the utility belongs to the City of Trenton. The suburban municipalities have no say in how TWW operates. As an example of what could go wrong, Gusciora said that Hsueh, the former TWW director, went to Trenton’s council upon his appointment in 2018, and laid out the case for the immediate purchase of 13 critical system upgrades. Trenton council slowed down the process, despite Hsueh’s insistence that council act fast in the interest of the public health. Local representatives introduced legislation at the state level that would have taken care of that issue by creating an oversight board to manage TWW. The suburban mayors all agreed that it wouldn’t be a good thing to add more bureaucracy, but all said their towns should have at least an advisory role in what goes on at TWW, if not an oversight one. Steinmann said even a couple meetings a year between the mayors of Ewing, Hamilton, Hopewell Township, and Lawrence and Trenton’s administration would ease concern at TWW backsliding in the future. Martin echoed that sentiment, summing up the theme of the Nov. 13. panel in two sentences. “We’re looking to the future,” Martin said. “[Trenton Water Works] can’t ever go backwards.”

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EHS grad stars as a Rockette in annual Christmas Spectacular By Lois Levine Dancing has been in 27-year-old Mara Ranson’s DNA for a long time. She grew up training at Ewing’s Body Language Dance Center, studied dance at the University of the Arts and performed in musicals at regional theaters across the country. This year, though, Ranson is taking on a new challenge: dancing as a Rockette at Radio City Music Hall. She is part of the annual Christmas Spectacular show. Ranson auditioned in April of this year. On Aug. 8, after getting out of the subway with groceries in her arms, she got a phone call. “I saw I was getting a call and so I put my bags down on the sidewalk,” she says. “They told me I got it, and of course, I started crying. After that, I hung up and called my mom and started crying all over again. That day is a memory I will always have.” Three months later, she performed in her first show. She feels joining the Rockettes this year is particularly special, too. “There are 13 new girls this year: There hasn’t been that many new Rockettes in a long time,” she said. “We had a boot camp before the actual rehearsals and then, Oct. 1 and until the show opened, we rehearsed six hours a day, six days a week.” For those who are familiar with the legendary Christmas Spectacular Show starring the Rockettes that has been

The Rockettes perform on the double-decker bus on stage during Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular. Ewing High School graduate Mara Ranson is a member of the dance company. (Photo courtesy of MSG.) performed at Radio City Music Hall since 1932 (the Rockettes dance troupe was founded in 1925 in St. Louis, Missouri), one of the most visually thrilling dance numbers is the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, where the Rockettes, dressed as toy wooden soldiers, form a line and then, one by one, fall down on each other in perfect precision. “Everyone has to be on their ‘A’ game

for that number: It is the ultimate trust fall,” Ranson says. “The wooden soldiers segment is definitely the number that personifies the Rockettes’ dedication to teamwork, and the idea that working better together can help you form something bigger than individually.” As far as the intensity of the number is concerned: “It takes a hyper-focus, a lot of core control and full body engagement. Even while we are walking in the number, we can’t let our knees bend or shoulders move because we are made of wood. You have to be completely engaged the entire time, and then, when someone starts falling backwards on you, you really have to give them the physical support, engage your whole back and legs and arms. It’s pretty much like being in a plank the entire time.” Ranson knew she wanted to end up as a Rockette. “Growing up, I had teachers who had been Rockettes, and they all said I should pursue it. Experiencing

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the intensives made me think, ‘yes, they were absolutely right.’ So, from there, in-between other performing contracts, I would audition.” Her tenacity paid off. “Finally, after eight times auditioning, this year, I got selected! After graduating from Ewing High School, Ranson went to The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, performing in musicals and receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Dance Performance. After that, it was cruise ship contracts that took her dancing literally around the world. She also spent time doing musicals at regional theaters, as well as spending a week in the summers, training at the Radio City Rockettes Summer Intensives. “The summer intensive is a week-long program you have to audition for, available to girls ages 15 and up. [You also need a minimum of five years training in tap, jazz and ballet.],” Ranson says. “You do a little jazz combo with the famous eye-high kick; if you get selected, you come in and get put into two different lines, and stay with that specific line throughout the week, learning the dances together, doing everything from a jazz dance with kicks at the end, to tap dance, and the famous Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. At the end of the week, you do a showcase performance that your friends and family can come see.” She says she vividly remembers the first show on Nov. 8. “My two roommates (Ranson shares an apartment in Manhattan with two other women) were in the audience, and I remember taking in the view of the massive hall and hearing the cheers from the crowd. Our finale number is called ‘Christmas Lights.’ It’s a very fast and technical number, with some really lovely choreography. I remember just tearing up during it on that first night.” When asked what her personal favorite number is in the show, Ranson thought a moment and then said, “I think our ‘New York at Christmas’ number is probably my favorite. It has become very iconic and popular, and features a real double-decker bus onstage that moves. Plus, it is a lot of red and green, very festive, and in it we travel all over Manhattan, from Radio City to Times Square, Central Park. And then with that there is a final kick and fireworks are going off. It’s a lot of fun!” Going home to Ewing after becoming a Rockette has been a lot of fun as well—her Ewing community has not let her down. “My parents have pretty much lived in Ewing their whole lives. Everyone has been so supportive: the outpouring of love after getting the call that I got in was—and is still, so great—and so many people telling me they are coming to see the show.” Her final words? “I’d just like to say the show is running through Jan. 5 and you should definitely come! There is another Ewing native (Taylor Shimko) in the show too, so come an hour early, when you can get some cookies and merchandise. It’s so worth it.”

CAPITAL AREA YMCA FOR A BETTER US Serving Ewing, Lawrence and Trenton

Happy Holidays from the

CAPITAL AREA YMCA "On behalf of the Capital YMCA I want to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas, a joyous Holiday Season and ’ Happy New Year. THANK YOU to our members and volunteers for being a member of our Y family.” – Sam Frisby, CEO

It’s Christmas Time “Christmas at the Capital Area YMCA” Wednesday, December 11, 2019 6:30-8:30 pm Take Your Own Photos With Santa Holiday Music And Crafts Refreshments Giveaways!

Capital Area YMCA

Christmas show: “Y...Because It’s Christmas Again” Saturday, December 14, 2019: 2pm-4pm

Open to the public – a family friendly event. Limited seating – purchase tickets early! Cost $2 per person/$1 (8 and under) (purchased in advance at Welcome Center) $3 per person/$2 (8 and under) at door (Program includes dance, music, singing, a skit, and more Christmas Joy! Come and celebrate the holiday season with us!

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After School Program Still Enrolling for the ’19-’20 school year

Winter Youth Programs Basketball Camp

School Age Child Care is available at our main facility at 431 Pennington.

Take your basketball skills to the Capital Area Y’s hardwood this winter!

$290 per month, due 25th of the preceeding month. $35 registration fee. The program is open to all and financial assistance is available.

We will hone your athletic abilities with clinic sessions in the morning and friendly scrimmages in the afternoon. Program includes lunch and snack!

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Thursday, December 26 Friday, December 27 and Monday, December 30

School transportation available (subject to minimum of 3 students enrolled per school): Columbus Elementary STEM Civics Charter Gregory Elementary Foundation Academy

Boys and Girls ages 6 to 14 Day Camp 9:00 am to 4:30 pm | Fee $90 YMCA members and $105 non-members. Extend your child’s day camp for only $15! 8:00-9:00 am and 4:30-6:00 pm For more information contact Jeff at 609.599.9622, ext. 303

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THERE’S NOTHING LIKE CAMP YMCA AT RIDER 2020 Plan ahead for a great Summer! June 24 - Aug. 21

Camp Hours: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm www.yridercamp.org | 609-599-9622, ext 303 SPECIAL OFFER • Register between Jan. 1 - March 31 Price will be $215/weekly! After April 1st the price will be $245/weekly (Lunch is included; Rates Include Before/After Care) Registration Fee: $35 10% discount each additional child. All fees, early bird registration payments and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. For more information, contact at jhirschman@capitalymca.org or 609-599-9622, ext. 303 .

PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP Capital Area YMCA Preschool Center is now accepting applications for the 2020 Preschool Summer Camp. Our Summer Program offers more than a summer camp!

Now Accepting Applications! June 24th August 21st

 Preschool Summer Camp - ages 2½ to 5   Nutritional Breakfast, Lunch and Snack  Long Hours of Care: 7:30am-5:00pm  Financial Aid available for eligible participants

 Affordable Fees: $160.00/Week (Subsidies Accepted)  Tennis, Swimming, Legos and more… no extra charge  Field Trips (extra fees apply)

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Lawrence Youth Classes

Trenton Youth Classes

Starts Monday, January 6 • 8 weeks • Grades K-6 NEW LOCATION - NEW CLASSES!!! Lawrence Presbyterian Church 2688 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville

Starts Tuesday, January 7 • 8 weeks • All programs at the Capital Area YMCA, 431 Pennington Ave

Monday - Youth Basketball Junior Clinic - Grades K-2: 6:00-6:45pm Intermediate Clinic - Grades 3 - 6: 6:45-7:30pm Our basketball clinic is designed to develop fundamental basketball skills while learning teamwork, strategy and sportsmanship. Children will learn basketball rules, shooting, passing and ball handling. they will learn offensive and defensive skills like rebounding and team play. $65 members; $85 non-members, starts January 6th and runs for 8 weeks. Location: Lawrence Presbyterian Church.

Monday - Hidden Talent Young Artists Grades K-2: 6:00-6:45pm Grades 3 - 6: 6:45-7:30pm This class is a hands-on art class. we’ll discover art and learn the necessary skills to excel in various mediums such as painting, drawing, cartooning and more. Lawrence Presbyterian $75 members; $95 non-members, Church starts January 6th and runs for 8 weeks.

Martial Arts

(Non-member fees below include Youth Program Membership)

Tuesday - Youth Basketball Junior Clinic ages 6-9 • 6:00-7:00 pm Intermediate Clinic ages 10-14 • 7:00-8:00 pm Our basketball clinic is designed to develop fundamental basketball skills while learning, teamwork, strategy and sportsmanship. Children will learn basketball rules, shooting, passing and ball handling. They will also learn offensive and defensive skills like rebounding, and team play. $40 members & $60 non-members. Starts January 7th and runs 8 wks.

Tuesday - Little Picassos’ Art Class Ages 6-9 Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm Art activities are a great way for students of all ages to express themselves creatively. This class is designed to enhance and bring out the true artist within. Our main project will be a self portrait. Come ready to Create. $35 members and $45 non-members.

Weekly - Who Runs the World?-GIRLS Grades 7 to 11 6:30-7:30 pm This program runs 2 days per week and will touch on topics such as relationships, puberty, depression/stress, future plans and more. We will be creating a safe and comfortable environment for young giris wishing to improve their physical and mental wellness. Fee: $10 per week - meeting 2 times per week

Thursday - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Ages 6-9 • Thursday 6:007:00 pm and Ages 10-14 • Thursday 7:00-8:00 pm

Ongoing • Monday and Thursday The Capital Area YMCA and Red Dragon Karate INTRO TO MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS Our Karate Program will help instill values in your children and help them do better in school, work, life and at home. Ages 4-10 years 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm Ages 11 & up 7:00 pm to 7:50 pm

First Week Free for new participants

$35/month for facility members | $55/month for program members

This clinic is designed for boys and girls who are ready to learn lacrosse or take their skills to the next level in the off-season. No prior experience is necessary. We reinforce the basic skills of catching, throwing, cradling, ground ball pick-ups, dodging, shooting, and defensive stick work fun! Participants are grouped by grade level, and where appropriate, by ability level. $40 members and $60 non-members.

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Group Exercise Classes

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ness classes that will help increase cardiovascular

Free Healthy Meals for Kids Capital Area YMCA can sponsor your program to receive free healthy meals for kids and reduce your program costs. Summer Program: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Dinner Available Delicious hot and cold menu items

Feeding the spirit, mind, and body – let’s end child hunger together. For more information please contact: Food Access Department, Khadijah McQueen kmcqueen@capitalymca.org • (609) 599-9622 ext. 202

muscle, reduce stress and burn calories.

All classes are FREE to YMCA Full Facility Members. Each class routine varies in order to reduce predictability and keep our members motivated – fun, power packed, easy to follow and group exercise questions, please contact Renee Riddle-Davison at rdavison@capitalymca.org. or call 609.599.9622, ext. 205 Program and Non-Members may participate in group exercise classes for a $10 guest pass fee. For class schedules and descriptions visit our website www.capitalymca.org (select Programs >> Fitness) or download our Capital Area YMCA app!

Coming January 2020: MOSSA

Holiday Hours Day before Christmas Eve through New Years Day December 23rd-25th - Closed December 26th-27th - Open December 28th-29th - Closed December 30th - Open December 31st-January 1st - Closed January 2nd - Open Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday!

MOSSA, "Move Together" and "Condition Together" Both of these programs are for the "Health Seeker" Condition Together and "Move Together" are 30 minute exercise classes perfect for the busy exerciser. Contact Fitness Director, Renee Riddle-Davison 609-599-9622 ext. 205 for more information.

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featuring a slideshow presentation on Christmas Traditions at 2 p.m. by Kevin Woyce. The following day the library presents “Holidays and Lights”— Chanuka, Christmas and Kwanzaa stories and crafts. It starts at 4:45 p.m. Finally, on Dec. 31, the Ewing Library will hold a New Year’s Countdown, Ewing Library. The event starts at noon. Party hats and refreshments will be provided. *** Below is a brief overview of some of the many other holiday events happening throughout the greater Mercer County region this month.

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From musical performances to historical reenactments, there are plenty of holiday events happening in Ewing to keep you entertained throughout the month. On Dec. 1 at 2 p.m., the 1867 Sanctuary features the Eric Mintel Quartet performing songs by Vince Guaraldi from “Charlie Brown Christmas.” The venue is located at 101 Scotch Road. For more information and other events, go to 1867sanctuary.org. The Ewing Green Team holds its Holiday Gathering at the Ewing Township Senior and Community Center at 7 p.m. The event is open to the public. See ewinggreenteam.org for more information. Willowood Potter y at 7 Willowood Drive holds its Holiday Show and Sale on Dec. 7 and 8. Go to willowoodpottery. com for more information. Also on Dec. 7 is the Hearts to Heart Holiday Marketplace at Hollowbrook Community Center. The event is at from noon to 4 p.m. On Dec. 10, you can make a Gingerbread House at the Ewing Library. The program is ages 7 and older and starts at 4:45 p.m. Go to mcl.org/ewing for more information on library events. The Central Jersey Choral Society holds a Handel’s “Messiah” community sing at the 1867 Sanctuary on Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. On Dec. 15, the Ewing Library is

regional stages. Trenton native and company co-founder Joseph Pucciatti conducts the Boheme Opera NJ Chamber Orchestra and Chorus. Also on the program is Antonio Vivaldi’s sacred choral work “Gloria.” Immaculate Conception Church of Our Lady, 540 Chestnut Ave., Trenton, $25. Bohemeopera.com. The Westminster Community Orchestra under the direction of Ruth Ochs presents its annual “Holiday Singalong” on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. The program includes a variety of songs, carols, and styles and features a “fun” sing through of Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus.” As always, the admission is a free-will donation of non-perishable food that will be sent to area food pantries. The event occurs at the Robert L. Annis Playhouse, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. One of Westminster Choir College’s signature and area unique events, “An Evening of Readings and Carols” returns to the Princeton University Chapel for three performances: Friday, Dec. 13, 8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 14, 3 and 8 p.m. The internationally respected Westminster Chapel Choir, Concert Bell Choir, and Symphonic Choir will join forces and be guided by the artistry of accomplished faculty members and conductors James Jordan, Joe Miller, Kathleen Ebling Shaw, and Tom T. Shelton, Jr. Guest organist Ken Cowan and the See HOLIDAY EVENTS, Page 18

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HOLIDAYS EVENTS cont. from Page 17 Solid Brass ensemble add to powerful celebration of voice, song, and glorious sound. $40 to $70. Princeton University Chapel, Princeton Campus. Westminster Choir College’s nationally known Concert Bell Choir will present “Love Came Down at Christmas,” Sunday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m. This year the group under the direction of conductor Kathleen Ebling Shaw and using “the world’s largest range of handbells and Choirchime Instruments,” will share “the true meaning of the Christmas season through original works, transcriptions of light classics, and beloved Carols.” $20 to $25. Performed at Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. (609) 921-2663 or rider.edu/events. The Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s traditional “Holiday POPS!” strikes up the holiday spirit when it returns to Richardson Auditorium with two performances on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 3 and 6 p.m. Maestro Rossen Milanov celebrates his 10th anniversary with the PSO by taking the musicians and audience through a program featuring seasonal favorites and a community sing along. Also adding to the festivities are the Princeton High School Choir and the New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble. $10 to $60. Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. (609) 497-0020 or princetonsymphony.org. The Princeton Singers’ returns with “A Rose in Winter,” set for Trinity Church in Princeton on Saturday, Dec. 14. Under the musical direction of a Ste-

ven Sametz, this “holiday gift to the community” is a winning mixture of graceful music, candlelight, and readings by McCarter Theater artistic director and playwright, Emily Mann and actor Christopher Coucill in Gothic-inspired structure. $20 to 40. Trinity Church, 33 Mercer St., Princeton. (800) 838-3006 or princetonsingers.org. Princeton Pro Musica, another of the region’s musical treasures, presents the “Messiah and More” at Patriots Theater of the Trenton War Memorial in Trenton, December 15, 3 p.m. The concert directed by Ryan James Brandau includes the Christmas portion of Handel’s “Messiah” and Brandau’s arrangement “Joy to the World, a suite of music featuring seasonal works by Bach, Handel, and others. $25 to $60. Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. princetonpromusica.org.

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McCarter Theater’s traditional “A Christmas Carol” gets center stage treatment in Princeton from Dec. 10 through 29. Based on Charles Dickens’s 1843 ghostly Christmas tale, McCarter’s production takes the author’s introduction statement to heart: “I have endeavored in this ghostly little book, to raise the ghost of an Idea, which shall not put my readers out of humor with themselves, with each other, with the season, or with me. May it haunt their houses pleasantly, and no one wish to lay it.” That idea, Dickens explained elsewhere, was to create “a sledgehammer blow” against child labor laws and economic

disparities. But the McCarter’s production is more an awakening of the heart, thanks to director Adam Immerwahr’s affecting approach and love of stage magic. $25 to $80. McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton. (609) 2582787 or mccarter.org. The Bucks County Playhouse’s “Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show” is back in New Hope, Dec. 6 through 29. Using Dickens’s story and giving it a fun, contemporary, and localized treatment, the company wants to keep writers Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen’s three year old production fresh. So, as producing director Alexander Fraser says, audiences should look out for a new cast, new finale, and a “special musical twist for the 2019 production.”55 to 60. Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main, New Hope. (215) 862-2121 or bcptheater.org Passage Theatre Company, Trenton’s only nonprofit professional theater, presents “Santaland Diaries” at the Mill Hill Playhouse on Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 to 9 p.m. A holiday fundraiser to support Passage’s mission of producing new works, the event features playwright, actor, director, and former Passage Theater associate director David Lee Write in a presentation using David Sedaris’s accounts of working at a Macy’s Santaland. Passage’s artistic director C. Ryanne Domingues is the director. The event includes a reception, performance, and dessert. $50. The Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front St., Trenton. 609-392-0766 or visit passagetheatre.org. Kelsey Theater’s popular ‘Twas

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Roxey Ballet is in the midst of presenting its annual “The Nutcracker,” at the College of New Jersey, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, at 2 p.m. It’s the 26th year of the company’s own adaptation that mixes Tchaikovsky’s score, a magic nutcracker, 150 performers, hundreds of costumes, and Santa Claus himself. $25 to $56. Kendall Theater at the College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing. (609) 397-7616 or roxeyballet.org Kelsey Theater provides its annual Dance Connection production of the abridged and narrated “The Nutcracker.” Designed with young audiences in mind and presented by young dancers ages 5 to 18, the presentation is all about building both audiences and performers to maintain the holiday performance tradition. Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15, at 1 and 4 p.m. $14 to $16. Mer-

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Palmer Square in Princeton is livening up the season with its new outdoor skating rink behind the Nassau Inn. It’s open mainly on nights, weekends, and holidays through February. The $10 cost per skater includes skate rentals, although skaters can bring their own skates. For more details, visit palmersquare.com/holidays. Howell Living History Farm’s annual “Christmas on the Farm” is Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s a visit the early 20th century where families can sing carols in the bar, cut and decorate an old fashioned tree, take wagon rides or barn tours, hear live music, and even greet Santa Claus when he arrives in his sleigh. Free. 101 Hunter Road, Titusville. (609) 737-3299 or howellfarm.org. The Johnson Ferry House’s annual—one of a kind—Lantern Tour at New Jersey’s Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville happens on Friday, December 20, with two tours available at 7 and 7:30 p.m. The two-hour sessions led by guides in period clothes include stops at three historic sites at the area where Washington’s beleaguered army crossed the Delaware River on its way to changing world history in the Battles of Trenton and Princeton. Wassail and hearth-baked refreshments are included during the final stop, the historic Dutch Farm-styled Johnson House. $5 to $10, reservations required,

The annual reenactment of Washington’s Delaware crossing occurs on Dec. 25 at Washington Crossing State Park. rain or shine. 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville. (609) 7372515 or state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/ parks/washcros.html.

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

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Adopt-a-Survivor Program Begins at Ewing High School

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Teacher of the Year Recipients are Honored Ewing Students Represent

Happy Holidays!

Nearly sixty years since Allied forces liberated the Nazi concentration camps, the now elderly survivors of the Holocaust are turning to a new generation to preserve their testimony about their wartime experiences for future generations. Holocaust survivors are steadily dwindling in number. Many have made it their mission to educate the world that anti-Semitism and racism easily lead to murder, and to speak about the horrors they and their families suffered. With the passing of time, it has become urgent to find a new generation to continue the survivors’ mission and tell their stories after the survivors can no longer do so. On April 12, the Adopt-a-Survivor (AAS) program was introduced to the Trenton area at Ewing High School. Six Holocaust survivors were adopted by twelve Ewing High sophomores. The adopted survivors—Moshe Gimlan, Vera Goodkin, Marion Lewin, Ruth Lubitz, Charles Rojer and Jack Zaifman— Parkway has alwere The originally fromElementary Germany, School Czechoslovakia, ways close ties with the Ewing commuPoland andhad Belgium. nity, and itprogram is a tradition continues PanThe AAS pairs athat survivor with as one or ther after The Panther makes their more students. students embark on away joint through journey hallways the warmdiscussions and friendly school. withthethe survivorof through about life before,“We duringbelieve and afterdeeply the Holocaust. Participating in developing the students be able to represent the survivor and wholewill child,” Parkway Principal Nicole Hartell ris the stated. survivor’s and feeling in “A story large with part accuracy of that mission is prothe moting years to an come. In addition, each student makes appreciation of being compassiona commitment tell give the survivor’s story in a public ate citizenstowho back to the community.” venue Each in theschool year 2045, a hundred years the year, Parkway hosts aafter student liberation of Auschwitz. change drive and staff bake sales as well as The twelve student adopters are Dave Angebranndt, staff Denim Days to benefit Breast Cancer Tyler Barnes, Annie Cook, Liz Dunham, Emily Everett, Research. Another fun event is the school’s Curtis Fornarotto, Vildana Hajric,anDevon Jones, support of “Color A Smile,” organization Jen out Meade, Billy O’Callaghan, Nikyta Sharma of Northern New Jersey that sends and the Melysa Wilson. continued page A2 collected drawings and colorings ofonParkway

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students to people who need a smile, such as Safety Town nursing home residents and hospital patients. June 30 The Parkway SpiritJuly really11emerges during the holidays, as Parkway Thanksgiving food Contact: Jean Conrad baskets are donated to 16x1302 families, the Holi609-538-9800 day Giving for Treeapplication provides presents to needy families, and the Junior Paws Clubs decorates foam holiday and winter shapes that are turned into ornaments for hospital patients who are unable to go home during the holiday season. When the calendar turns, the giving continues at Parkway. Their January canned food

Ewing students Delaney Arnold, Ella Sumners, Fatoumata N’Diaye, Michael Abelowitz, Gibson Arnold, Sarah Ashenfelter, and Calleigh McCormack with NJ Governor Murphy at a press conference regarding vaping and e-cigarettes. Ten Ewing student ambassadors represented the District with students from five other coundrive is a big benefit to a local food pantry ties at the Incorruptible.Us Youth Tobacco Acand during the 5th annual Martin Luther King tionatGroup of on Mercer County theMercer NewCounty Jersey The recipients of the 2005 Teacher of the Year Awards were honored a luncheon April 29th. Jan Fay,at 2004 Days the aschool created and(L delivGovernor’s Teacherofofservice the Year, was guest speaker. 1st row to R): Joan Zuckerman, Principal Press Antheil; Conference Sharon Solomon,on Lore;the Jan results Fay, 2004 of Mercer108 County Teacher of62 the Year; Inetta Emery, Parkway; Danielle Miller, EHS; Superintendent Ray Broach. 2nd row: Darrell ered lunches, breakfast bagsPrincipal and 70 the Governor’s Vaping Task Force. Governor Jackson, Principal FMS; Donna Andreas, Antheil; Don Barnett, FMS; Betsy Turgeon, Parkway; Rodney Logan, Principal EHS. toiletry bags to local charitable organizations. Murphy released new policies controlling vape In February, the school creates cards for flavors and new standards for point of sale. Ewing High Students Attend Gorbachev Presentation veterans for Valentine's Day and last year, the The students were also addressed by New Whitney Lewis, EHS Freshman 2nd annual "Say Yay for Pajama Day" to benJersey Department of Education Commissioner On April 18, 2005 Ms. Chiavuzzo, Mrs. Walker of Perestroika. His policies reopened churches, efit Children's Hospital of Philadelphia raised Dr. Lamont Repollet, Assemblyman Herb Conand 30 Ewing High School freshmen joined several released political prisoners, and lifted bans on over $300 in December for CHOP. way, heardcensored addresses by Senator Vitale, Senator Mercer County high school and college students, previously books. In a neat activity, throughout the year Turner, and Department of Health Commissioner and politicians to hear a presentation given by The 20th anniversary of Perestroika was Parkway sends used markers back to CrayJudith Persichilli. Students were asked questions Mikhail Gorbachev at the Sovereign Bank Arena. one of the essential themes of Gorbachev’s ola as part of the “Color Cycle Program.” by the many press Gorbachev was the last communist leader of the presentation. The outlets policy’son-site, main and goalshared was the to Color Cycle allows schools to send dried out efforts Ewing is making to include peer to peer Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991. During his make the Soviet economic system more efficient. markers back to Crayola to be turned intohis leadership on health education thefrom danterm he instituted various policies including Perestroika involved the transferregarding of control clean fuel! To date, Parkway has sent close gers of vaping, smoking, marijuana, and alcohol. political policy of Glasnost and economic policy the government to the business owners. This policy to 3,000 markers! continued on page A2 Finally, the physical education department Due to budget restraints annually has students participate in “Jump NO Summer School Programs Rope for Heart” in order to raise money for the GoodNews will resume American Heart Association and the school will be offered by the with the September hosts a student change drive and staff Denim Ewing Public Schools issue of the Observer Days to benefit Autism Awareness Month. during the Summer of 2005. “From the time a child joins us in kindergarten, to the day they leave us to go to middle school, we hope that a Parkway student really develops an appreciation of the joy of helping people and making the community Antheil Elementary School Honors our Military better,” Principal Harris commented. Heroes on Veteran’s Day. You Deserve Our Thanks And Gratitude!

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The Ewing Public Schools Senior Spotlight: Meet Lawrence Boadi Who is your favorite teacher? My favorite teacher is Mrs. Masterson. Mrs. Masterson has only ever embraced me with love and open arms since the starting point of my high school career. She has been with me every step of the way (senior year being the only year I did not have a class with her). She has encouraged me, motivated me in all aspects of my life: whether it be to not give up on an assignment or test, a hard class task or even just advice during my lesser moments in life. I see Mrs. Masterson as my second mom and I’m very thankful to have met her in my life. In which activities do you participate in school? I am a National Honor Society member, a Key Club Executive member, the newspaper and I tutor. What activities do you participate outside of school? I work at the Soup kitchen, am the Treasurer at my church, and also am the Youth/Sunday School Activities Manager. I do additional tutoring outside of school. What accomplishments are you most proud of? The gradual push academically from starting at college prep level classes my freshman year to now being in AP and Honors classes as my high school career progressed. I never thought, as a freshmen that I would in the future be in the National Honor Society, be nominated both my junior and senior year as an EHS Student of

EHS Peer Leaders Making Their Mark Ewing High School’s Peer Leaders have been busy volunteering throughout the community this semester. Peer Leaders visited Parkway School where they planned and led Pumpkin Day activities with the kindergarten students. They also traveled to Morris Hall, a senior care community, where they facilitated activities and spent time with the residents. The Peer Leaders enjoyed their experiences and are looking forward to organizing more service learning projects for December and January.

the Month or be chosen to be highlighted in Observer - GoodNews as the Senior Spotlight. I am also proud of the Tutoring Certificate I received. What is your favorite memory of high school? My freshman year Algebra 1 class with Ms. Salvitty was a class I especially enjoyed. My friends and I all happened to be in that class my freshman year, and during the school year it was filled with amazing moments; laughter, joy and happiness. Who has impacted your life in a positive way? Mrs. Masterson: for encouraging me to believe that the sky's the limit as well as any dream I have is tangible. How do you define success? I define success in working as hard as you can till you reach a moment in time one could not imagine possible three to four years prior. What are your plans after you graduate? I am majoring in Pre-Medicine and will attend Medical School. What is your favorite quote or book? My favorite book is all the Game of Thrones books. (I would not recommend watching the last season of Game of Thrones.)

Random Acts of Reading Across the district, we are delighted to dedicate time to develop a community of readers. Teachers and Administrators are working behind the scenes to plan a variety of activities for students of all ages and their families. Throughout the year, we will be advertising events and activities to foster a love of reading. Random Acts of Reading has been implemented throughout the district. Students should be on the lookout for a Random Act of Reading book. They may spot books in the hallways, on the playground, in the cafeteria, or somewhere unexpected. Random Acts of Reading books will be in a plastic bag with a note. The lucky recipient can enjoy the book, share the book, or perhaps, pay it forward and hide another book! Students, keep your eyes open; you never know when and where you’ll come across a book!

ESL Family Night

If you were walking down Parkway Avenue and found $100 in cash, what would you do with the money if you could do anything you wanted with it? I would intend in focusing that money in any charity suitable in the aim of the betterment of global warming.

FMS Students Dissect Owl Pellets

Fisher Middle School Science students had the wonderful opportunity to engage in a Science Lab that required them to dissect owl pellets. As part of the study on Energy Flow in Ecosystems and Good Chains and Webs, students learned what roles organisms play, how the energy moves through this system and how much energy is available at each level of an energy pyramid. Students learned that barn owls will soon use the energy contained in a rat to carry out its life process.

ESL families from across the district celebrated the new school year with a graduation ceremony. This year, fifteen students earned the distinction of scoring above a 4.5 on the ACCESS for ELLS assessment, which is administered in schools across the country. A composite score of 4.5 or above indicates that students have achieved a proficient rating and no longer need ESL services. Our graduates will continue to receive support from the ESL teachers for two years, in order to assist with the transition out of the ESL program. Additionally, new families were welcomed to the Ewing Public Schools community. ESL teachers met with parents and students to highlight their programs and review supports we have in place for students. We look ahead to two more family events this year: January 23, 2020 at 6:30PM in the Parkway School cafeteria and April 22, 2020 at 6:00PM in the Fisher Middle School cafeteria.

The Ewing Public Schools Board Presentation on Community Transitions Program At the October Board meeting, the Special Education Leadership Team of Harold Louth, Maria Petsos and David Hauserman presented on the district’s Community Transitions Program. “We have exceptional teachers, strong leadership and a wonderful curriculum for our Life Skills Program,” Mr. Louth stated. “But we realized we needed a better way to integrate our students into the workplace and the community, which was the genesis of the Community Transitions Program.” The Ewing Public Schools have partnered with several community stakeholders to build the program, and integrate positive, relevant life experiences for Ewing students. These groups include the ARC of Mercer, Parents of Autistic Children, Rider University, the New Jersey Travel Independence Program and Advancing Opportunities. “We recognized the importance of transitioning our students into adult services with meaningful work and life experiences,” Mr. Hauserman commented. “The Community Transitions program allows us to provide a dynamic curriculum and tangible, meaningful experiences for our students.” According to Mr. Louth, the main focus of the program is to integrate the students into the community, provide opportunities to enhance and practice social skills, and to provide career exploration that will help the student transition to job post-schooling.

The program offers functional experiences, such as using HomeFront’s state of the art kitchen to build culinary skills, and students have the opportunity to take music lessons, art courses and develop technology skills. Community based activities and structured learning experiences are centered around the results from each child’s “Person Centered Planning” (PCP) and the program’s commitment to follow each student’s interests. Students investigate a variety of employment interests, such as janitorial, culinary, supermarkets, horticultural and technology. Internships and work experiences have included Subway, IHOP, ShopRite, Santander Bank and Home Depot. Post-School Outcomes for the 2016-17 Ewing Schools exiters shows the value of the program. After graduation and moving on from the Ewing Schools, 45% of former students are enrolled in higher education and 24% are engaged in competitive employment. “Active participation in our community means not only creating opportunities for our students but also encouraging engagement with local businesses and organizations through meaningful employment experiences,” Mr. Louth stated. “This emphasis on equity and inclusivity builds selfconfidence and self-advocacy in our students.” (The October Presentation on The Community Transitions Program is available online.)

FMS Students Meet Acclaimed Author, Jacqueline Woodson

Lore Students Give to Others this Holiday Season

On October 16th, a group of 7th grade students from Fisher Middle School traveled to The College of New Jersey, where they attended a talk given by acclaimed author Jacqueline Woodson. Ms. Woodson was named the 2018-2019 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, a title given to her by the Library of Congress, which has only been held by six people to date. Students began their day in the Mildred & Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall, where Ms. Woodson spoke about her young adult novel Harbor Me as well as her experiences as a young woman growing up in Brooklyn. Ms. Woodson also delivered her ambassador message to young readers: "Reading = Hope x Change". She chose this equation in hopes that it would spark dialogue about the importance of reading, and how reading can change a person for the better.

In addition to lessons focusing on math, reading, and writing, the students at Lore School are learning about giving this season. Throughout October, students celebrated Sock-toberfest, where they donated 1,005 pairs of socks, which were given to local shelters and organizations to support the homeless in our area. In November and December, students participate in Lore's Giving Tree project, where volunteers select a ticket from the Giving Tree and purchase a holiday gift for a child in need of support this winter. We are Lore...Hear our ROAR!

School Weather Emergency Information

By Michael Nitti, Superintendent As December begins and memories of beach visits and campfires are long gone and replaced by thoughts of the holidays, I wanted to take a moment to remind the Ewing School community about our weather emergency procedures. Having navigated many weather emergencies over the past several years, I can tell you that each event has its own ‘personality’ and we do our best to handle the situation appropriately; student safety is always our paramount concern, as well as communicating effectively with the school community. Remember, our official communication portals are as follows: Instant Alert, the School District Website, and Ewing Public Schools Television (Channel 19-Comcast/Channel 31-Verizon). We also notify Channel 6-ABC (WPVI) television. Our Ewing Public Schools Twitter Feed is designed more for public relations news, but we will use it to communicate weather-related information. Always confirm with the official communication portals, as social media outlets can be easily manipulated. Also, please make sure your Instant Alert profile is up to date with your current contact information. We have a Weather Emergency Team which assembles during these events. This team consists of key Ewing Public Schools administrative, facilities and technology/communications staff. During a typical overnight weather event, we will begin our work at 4:30AM, consulting with other school administrators and local authorities about weather and road conditions. We like to make our decision at about 5:00AM and begin communicating that decision to the community about 5:30AM through our official communication portals. I realize that is early in the morning to receive phone calls; however, the high school staff begins at 7:15AM and we have many employees who have significant commutes. We like to make ‘delayed opening’ announcement as soon as possible, as we know that it has a big impact on a working family’s morning arrangements. We really strive to avoid ‘early dismissals’ as we recognize that it is not an ideal situation to have students coming home before their parents but, sometimes, especially in rapidly-deteriorating conditions when it looks like things will be far worse at the regular school ending, it is unavoidable. We have two ‘weather emergency days’ built into the school calendar. After that, a plan to take away previously-scheduled ‘days off’ is publicized on our school calendar. By law, we must have 180 days of school for students.

The Ewing Public Schools December 2019 Schedule in Ewing Schools Dec 1 Dec 3 Dec 4 Dec 5-6 Dec 5 Dec 6 Dec 9 Dec 10 Dec 11 Dec 12

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Ewing Township Tree Lighting @ 5-7pm Antheil - Title 1 Math/ELA Night Parent Info @ 6:30pm Antheil - Title 1 Math/ELA Night @ 7pm EHS - College & Career Night @ 6:30pm Lore - LPA Holiday Store (During School Hours) FMS - 8th Grade Naviance Training Night @ 6:30pm Antheil - PTO Holiday Shop @ 6:30pm Parkway - Winter Wonderland @ 6:30pm Parkway - PTA 5th Grade Community Meeting @ 6:30pm Parkway - PTA Meeting @ 7pm Antheil - Meet the Interim Principal Night @ 6-8pm Lore - 5th Grade Instrumental Concert @ 6:30pm Fisher - FPA Meeting @ 6:30pm Parkway - 5th Gr Vocal & Instrumental Concert @ 6:30pm EHS - Progress Reports S1 T2 Q3 Antheil - 5th Grade Winter Concert @ 7pm POAC Event (Sexuality and Safety for Autism and Development Disabilities) - 6:30pm @ EHS Elementary Schools & FMS Progress Reports BOE Meeting - 7pm @ FMS Media Center (Public Session @ 8pm) EHS - Accuplacer Parkway - 5th Gr Vocal & Instrumental Concert Snow Date EHS - Ring & Sing @ 7pm Lore - Winter Vocal Concert @ 7pm K-12 Early Dismissal - NO PM EDP NO PM Integrated Preschool Lore - Winter Vocal Concert Day Performance @ 9:30am School Closed - Winter Break

Each year for the past 23 years, the Ewing Public Education Foundation follows its important mission of raising funds to support teacher grants for innovative programs and scholarships benefiting our Ewing students. EPEF is an independent non-profit organization and every year we continue to meet our goals of giving back to our community. To date we have raised over $750K, but we couldn’t do it without you! We are grateful that you take the time to invest in our students, helping to provide them with experiences and opportunities above and beyond. So, thank you for helping us help our students! As our board president Karl Clark says, ‘We are grateful for every dollar because every dollar counts!’ To support this giving cycle, please go to www.EPEF.org.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome Back to School!

Instant Alert is an important communication tool for The Ewing Public Schools. A link is available on our website under Parent Information/School Closings. It is the responsibility of the parent/staff member to manage the profile for receiving alerts. Please update your profile. If you are receiving alerts and are not a member of the Ewing Schools community, please notify us (538-9800 X1102 or thullings@ewingboe.org). The Ewing Public Education Channel (FIOS31/Comcast 19) displays district and school information, concerts and awards presentations. Virtual Backpacks, Calendars and Headlines pages on the website are where you will find up-to-the minute information on district-wide events, deadlines, fundraisers and interesting stories about our schools, students and staff. Ewing Recreation and other area events are posted in the VBP under Community Information. Residency Investigation Hotline Anonymous Tip Hotline

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Martin helps improving Blue Devils field hockey program By Justin Feil Lara Martin might have seen low numbers and fewer wins than she’d want, but the Ewing High School junior did not see enthusiasm or work ethic lacking in the field hockey team. Martin, one of the team’s three captains, said that the new girls who came out for the team gave everything they had. “It’s like I’ve never seen before,” she said. Going into the state tournament, the Blue Devils were able to look around the field and see plentiful growth in their young team. They were seeded 11th and looking for their first win at sixth-seeded Robbinsville in the Central Jersey Group 2 bracket. The team wound up losing, 6-0, on Oct. 22 and finishing with an 0-16 record. Martin was one of the upperclassmen for a Ewing team that midway through October was down to the bare minimum to cover all the positions on the field after several injuries. The team had 14 players on its roster, but for most games, only a dozen were available. “We’ve struggled with that and our consistency of that,” said Ewing head coach Lauren Davis. “I think that’s been a Ewing problem that they’ve been

longer and playing together for a lot lonworking through for several years.” Davis would know. The first-year coach ger. I think it’s playing time and experigraduated from Ewing in 2008 as the ence in that way that make a difference.” Martin didn’t get started until eighth school’s Female Athlete of the Year. Coming back to her alma mater might make grade at Fisher Middle School. She her feel old at times, but she’s happy to be also plays lacrosse, and also plays at the offensive end in that sport. She focuses back to try to build up a program. on whichever sport is in “There’s definitely season. a lot of familiarity of at “I actually had a neighleast knowing how Ewing bor that played field works,” Davis said. “And hockey,” Martin said. “I then I’m trying to put my thought it was really cool own spin on it from my and I wanted to try out. other coaching experience The Fisher team was and teaching experiences kind of the same way— and seeing what does work not as many girls and and doesn’t work for our not as many wins, but girls.” we were a hard-working Davis tried to blend team. It’s the same way some fun in with getting Ewing High School is.” in serious skillwork for a Martin started as a team that typically started wing her freshman year behind many of its oppoMartin at EHS, then sophomore nent’s rosters. she moved back and “The big difference was the playing experience,” Davis said. “A forth between midfielder and forward. lot of times the Ewing girls picked up a She’s bolstered the front line this year. “I can play wherever they put me,” stick in seventh or eighth grade, maybe sixth grade. We unfortunately don’t have she said. “I do enjoy center forward. It a feeder program so field hockey is a new works for us because I can carry the ball sport for a lot of our kids, whereas the up toward the goal and have a pass right other teams have been playing for a lot on my outside.”

On top of her playing duties, Martin was in her first year as a captain alongside seniors Jada Muir and Samantha Sebasto. “It is a lot of responsibility, putting the girls in the mood, we have to get hyped up to play well,” Martin said. “Team bonding is another thing that’s important as a captain. We have three, so we have to coordinate things for pasta parties. That brings us together a lot and helps us play better as a team.” Martin said she is sure to make sure she carries herself well. She tried to be a good role model through this season. “It’s about making sure our upperclassmen are respectful, excited to play and setting an example for the younger players,” Martin said. “They’ll usually follow the older girls.” The team has plenty of challenges, but has tried to address them one-by-one through the season. They had encouraging signs with each passing week. “I did see a lot of development,” Martin said. “It’s hard with not a lot of experience.” Creating scoring chances was one big challenge for the Blue Devils. Their goal production wasn’t high, but they showed better skillwork that has them moving in the right direction.

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calendar of events Sunday, December 1

Friends of the Library Holiday Open House, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609882-3130. mcl.org. Holiday book sale. Register. 1 p.m. Scrooge, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. kelseyatmccc.org. Family musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol.” 2 p.m. Eric Mintel Quartet, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. Vince Guaraldi/Charlie Brown Christmas. $20. 2 p.m. House Tour, Benjamin Temple House, 27 Federal City Road, Ewing, 609-883-2455. ethps. org. Learn about the families who called the circa-1750 Colonial farmhouse home. 2 p.m.

Monday, December 2

Toddler STEM Program, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Science and math for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Fitness for the Active Aging, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stretching and low-impact exercises with Bob Kirby. Register. 10:30 a.m. Happy Two’s Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs and rhymes for two year-olds accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Double Indemnity, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Classic Movie Series offering. Register. 6:30 p.m. Ewing Township Arts Commission Meeting, Ewing Township Senior and Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing. ewingartsnj.com. Monthly meeting. 7 p.m.

Tuesday, December 3

Wednesday, December 4

Make a Winter Greeting Card, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl. org. Hands-on class for adults. Register. 10 a.m. Cat, Hat, Sat: Rhyming Words Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609882-3130. mcl.org. For ages 3-4 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Program, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Sixweek interactive program. Free. Register. 1 p.m. Ballroom Newcomers Dance, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609931-0149. americanballroomco.com. Group class included. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Yarnworks, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Work on a project with fellow knitters and crocheters. Register. 7 p.m. Ewing Green Team Holiday Gathering, Ewing Township Senior & Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing. The public is invited to attend. 7 p.m.

Thursday, December 5

Mother Goose Storyime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Nursery rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months and younger accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Scribble Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Crayons, paint and glue crafts for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 11 a.m. Computer Learning Center at Ewing, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing. clcewing.org. Windows 10 setup. $5. 2:15 p.m. Reed to Breezy the Therapy Dog, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Register. 4:30 p.m. Destigmatizing Depression and Anxiety, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. 6 p.m.

Friday, December 6

Guitarist Tim Hoh, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs for ages 6 and younger. Register. 10:30 a.m. Wiggle, Jingle, Mingle and Giggle, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Music and movement program for ages 4-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m.

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Guided Meditation, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Sahaja Yoga meditation program. Register. 10 a.m. British Occupation Day, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776. barracks.org. Reenactment and demonstrations. 10 a.m. The Nutcracker, Princeton Youth Ballet, Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 16 Walnut Lane, Princeton. princetonyouthballet.org. Relaxed/sensory-friendly performance. $18-$35. Noon. and 4 p.m. Greens Sale and Open House, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-989-3027. Choice of undecorated greens or wreaths and table arrangement created by the Garden Club of Trenton. Noon. Secret City: The Mill Hill Holiday House Tour, The Old Mill Hill Society, ArtWorks, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton, 609-902-3271. trentonmillhill.org. $25. Noon. Hearts to Heart Holiday Marketplace, Higher Ground Interdenominational Church, Hollowbrook Community Center, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 484-410-1037. Noon. ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-5703333. kelseyatmccc.org. Musical adaptation of Clement Moore’s famous poem. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Bridgette & Scott Johnson, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “Let’s Duet for the Holidays.” $20. 2 p.m.

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Dick Gratton and Linda Lee, Hamilton Township Christmas Show, Kuser Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Trenton. 5 p.m. Clipper Erickson and Rise Kagan Erickson, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. Piano/handbell event. $15-$20. 8 p.m.

Sunday, December 8

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-5703333. kelseyatmccc.org. Musical adaptation of Clement Moore’s famous poem. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. The Peanut Butter Falcon, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Sunday Afternoon at the Movies series for ages 18 and older. Register. Free. 2 p.m. Glassbrook Vocal Ensemble and the Princeton Girlchoir, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “Love Came Down.” $25. 6:30 p.m.

Monday, December 9

Open Computer Lab, Hollowbrook Library, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 609-883-5914. mcl.org. 10 a.m. Life After Caregiving, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Discussion on the grief process and moving on. Register. 10 a.m. Toddler STEM Program, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Science and math for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Happy Two’s Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs and rhymes for two year-olds accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Book Discussion Group, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Discussion on “Anne of Green Gables” by L.M. Montgomery for grades 3-5. Register. 4:45 p.m. The Stranger, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Classic Movie Series offering. Register. 6:30 p.m. Yarnworks, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Work on a project with fellow knitters and crocheters. Register. 7 p.m. Better Read Book Club, Hollowbrook Library, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 609-8835914. mcl.org. “Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand” by Helen Simonson. Register. 7 p.m.

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Volunteer Information Session, LifeTies, 1901 N. Olden Avenue, Ewing, 609-671-0040. Information on mentoring Mercer County youths. Noon. Soul Collage, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. $20. Register. 1 p.m. ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-5703333. kelseyatmccc.org. Musical adaptation of Clement Moore’s famous poem. 7 p.m. Friday Dance Party, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609-931-0149. americanballroomco.com. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Chip Mergott, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary. org. Acoustic guitar Christmas. $20. 8 p.m.

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Regular garbage pickup will continue as scheduled. STAGING AREA: JACK STEPHAN WAY – NOVEMBER 4th RESIDENTS can drop off loose leaves only at the above staging areas. THE FOLLOWING IS THE CURBSIDE LOOSE-LEAF ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE

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Tuesday, December 10

Read and Play Storytime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stories and crafts for ages 2-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Play Group with Stories, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Open play for ages 3-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 11:15 a.m. Tools to Manage Holiday Stress, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. Noon. Computer Learning Center at Ewing, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing. clcewing.org. Apple discussion group. 2 p.m. Gingerbread House, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Craft program for ages 7 and older. Register. 4:45 p.m. Volunteer Information Session, LifeTies, 1901 N. Olden Avenue, Ewing, 609-671-0040. Information on mentoring Mercer County youths. 5:30 p.m. Oh, My Aching Joints!, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Signs, symptoms and treatment for osteoarthritis. Free. Register. 6 p.m.

Wednesday, December 11

Cat, Hat, Sat: Rhyming Words Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609882-3130. mcl.org. For ages 3-4 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Ballroom Newcomers Dance, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609931-0149. americanballroomco.com. Group class included. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Country Line Dancing Class, Cooper’s Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, 609-3937300. coopersnj.com. $10. 7 p.m.

Thursday, December 12

Mother Goose Storyime, Ewing Library, 61

Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Nursery rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months and younger accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Scribble Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Crayons, paint and glue crafts for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 11 a.m. The Peanut Butter Falcon, Hollowbrook Library, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 609883-5914. mcl.org. Showing of the PG-13 rated movie. Noon. Reed to Breezy the Therapy Dog, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Register. 4:30 p.m. Blues Jam, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, Trenton, 609-695-9612. jazztrenton. com. $5. 6 p.m. Mercer’s Best Toastmasters, Lawrence Community Center, 295 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrence. mercersbest.toastmastersclubs. org. Meeting. 6:45 p.m.

Friday, December 13

Wiggle, Jingle, Mingle and Giggle, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Music and movement program for ages 4-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. kelseyatmccc. org. Classic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s score, abridged and fully narrated. 7 p.m. Friday Dance Party, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609-931-0149. americanballroomco.com. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Tallis Scholars, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. A capella performances of works by Poulenc, Allegri, Tallis, Messiaen, and more. 8 p.m. Jay Daniels, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “Simply Timeless” holiday sing-along. $20. 8 p.m.

Catherine Russell and John Pizzarelli, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609258-2787. mccarter.org. Tribute to Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. 8 p.m.

Saturday, December 14

Food & Fun for the Whole Family, Holiday Edition, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609584-5900. Cooking and breakfast with Santa. $20. Register. 9 a.m. Guided Meditation, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Sahaja Yoga meditation program. Register. 10 a.m. Yarnworks, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Work on a project with fellow knitters and crocheters. Register. 10:30 a.m. The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. kelseyatmccc. org. Classic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s score, abridged and fully narrated. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Riverview Early Music, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “Medieval and Renaissance Christmas.” $20. 2 p.m. Central Jersey Choral Society, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. Handel’s “Messiah” community sing. $10. 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 15

The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. kelseyatmccc. org. Classic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s score, abridged and fully narrated. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Christmas Traditions, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Historial slideshow presentation by Kevin Woyce. Register. 2 p.m. Bucks County Women’s Chorus, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “Holiday Journeys.” Donation. 3 p.m.

Monday, December 16

Toddler STEM Program, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Science and math for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Fitness for the Active Aging, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stretching and low-impact exercises with Bob Kirby. Register. 10:30 a.m. Happy Two’s Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs and rhymes for two year-olds accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Holidays and Lights, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Chanuka, Christmas and Kwanzaa stories and crafts. Register. 4:45 p.m. The Apartment, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Classic Movie Series offering. Register. 6:30 p.m. Gift Bags, Hollowbrook Library, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 609-883-5914. mcl.org. Adult craft program. Register. 7 p.m.

Tuesday, December 17

What is Pelvic Health?, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. 10 a.m. Read and Play Storytime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stories and crafts for ages 2-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Play Group with Stories, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Open play for ages 3-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 11:15 a.m. Ewing Environmental Commission Meeting, Ewing Township Senior and Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing. ewingec.org. Open to the public. 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 18

Cat, Hat, Sat: Rhyming Words Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609882-3130. mcl.org. For ages 3-4 accompa-

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nied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. TAACC Poetry Open Mic, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. Poetry readings hosted by Todd Evans. Free. 6 p.m. Ballroom Newcomers Dance, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609931-0149. americanballroomco.com. Group class included. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Winter Solstice Drum Celebration, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. $15. Register. 7 p.m. Yarnworks, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Work on a project with fellow knitters and crocheters. Register. 7 p.m.

Thursday, December 19

Mother Goose Storytime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Nursery rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months and younger accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Scribble Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Crayons, paint and glue crafts for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 11 a.m. Reed to Breezy the Therapy Dog, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Register. 4:30 p.m.

Friday, December 20

Resume Review, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Register. 10 a.m. Wiggle, Jingle, Mingle and Giggle, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Music and movement program for ages 4-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Sing-a-Long with Pat McKinley, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. For ages 7 and younger accompanied by adults. Register. 11:30 a.m. Friday Dance Party, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609-931-0149. ameri-

canballroomco.com. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday, December 21

Guided Meditation, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Sahaja Yoga meditation program. Register. 10 a.m. Living Manger, Bethany Lutheran Church, 1125 Parkside Avenue, Ewing. 7 p.m. Richie Cole’s Alto Madness Orchestra, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. “A Richie Cole Christmas.” $20. 8 p.m.

Sunday, December 22

Holiday Inn, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Sunday Afternoon at the Movies series for ages 18 and older. Register. Free. 2 p.m.

Monday, December 23

Life After Caregiving, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Discussion on the grief process and moving on. Register. 10 a.m. Toddler STEM Program, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Science and math for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Happy Two’s Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs and rhymes for two year-olds accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Gingerbread Trees, Hollowbrook Library, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, 609-883-5914. mcl.org. Craft program for ages 3 and older. Register. 2 p.m. Bingo, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Register. 3 p.m. Spin the Dreidel, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Story and craft for ages 5 and older. Register. 4:45 p.m.

Tuesday, December 24

Read and Play Storytime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stories and crafts for ages 2-5 accompanied

by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Play Group with Stories, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Open play for ages 3-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday, December 25

George Washington’s Delaware River Crossing, Washington Crossing Historic Park, 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. washingtoncrossingpark.org. Reenactment of the Christmas 1776 crossing. Free. Noon.

Thursday, December 26

Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Protraints of a National Treasure, New Jersey State Museum, 205 W. State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. state.nj.us/state/museum. Free. 9 a.m. Old Barracks Tours, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. barracks.org. $8$10. 10 a.m. The British Army in North American 17681783, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. barracks.org. Presentation by Asher Lurie. Free. 10 a.m. Trenton Battlefield Walking Tour, Trenton Downtown Association, Starbucks, 102 S. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. 10 a.m. Mother Goose Storyime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Nursery rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months and younger accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Scribble Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Crayons, paint and glue crafts for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 11 a.m. George Washington’s Ten Crucial Days, New Jersey State Library, 185 W. State Street, Trenton. njstatelibrary.org. Talk by author William “Larry” Kidder. Free. Noon. Trent House Tours, 1719 William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609989-3027. williamtrenthouse.org. $5. 12:30 p.m.

The Practitioners of Musick, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. practitionersofmusick.org. 18th century music. Free. 2 p.m. Rediscovering British Surveyor and Mapmaker John Hills, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. trentonlib.org. Talk. Free. 5:30 p.m. Revolutionary Pub Crawl, Checkers, 14 S. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Period pub crawl of downtown Trenton. 6 p.m.

Friday, December 27

Wiggle, Jingle, Mingle and Giggle, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Music and movement program for ages 4-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton Downtown Association, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, Trenton, 267-2013655. patriotsweek.com. Presentation. $10. Register. 11 a.m. Signs of the Times, Mill Hill Park, 165 E. Front Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Guided walking tour from Mill Hill Park to Petty’s Run. Free. Noon. and 2 p.m. Alexander Hamilton and the 24 Cannons, Ellarslie Mansion, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. ellarslie.org. Tabletop talk with David Bosted. Donation. 1 p.m. Elias Boudinot IV: The Continental Army’s First Commissary General of Prisoners, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. trentonlib.org. Free. 2 p.m. Coloring Club, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. For grades 2-3. Register. 3 p.m. Trenton Masonic Museum Exhibition and Discussion, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Free. 4 p.m. Brother David Brearley: The Most Important Founding Father That We Don’t Know, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street,

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Ewing Township is in the process of creating a new Open Space and Recreation Plan and we want to hear from you! The new plan will build upon the existing open space and recreation infrastructure that has been built up over the years and seeks to add long term planning for our open space needs. Your opinion is critically important in increasing our understanding of what you, as Township residents, want to see happen in our parks and open space.

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Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Free. 4 p.m. Patriots Scramble, Classics Bookstore, 4 W. Lafayette Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Scrabble game for all skill levels. Free. 6 p.m. Friday Dance Party, American Ballroom, 1523 Parkway Avenue, Ewing, 609-931-0149. americanballroomco.com. $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Colonial Ball, Old Barracks Museum, Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776. barracks. org/colonial-ball.html. $20-$25. 7 p.m. Colonial Ball, Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-3961776. barracks.org. Revolutionary War themed dance with period music, dress, reenactors. $25. Register. 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 28

Guided Meditation, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3148. mcl.org. Sahaja Yoga meditation program. Register. 10 a.m. Civil War Flag Unveiling, New Jersey State Museum, 205 W. State Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Gallery talk and ceremony with flag historian David Martin and curator Nicholas Ciotola. Free. 10 a.m. First Battle of Trenton, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barracks Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776. barracks.org. Re-enactment. Free. 10:45 a.m. The Trouble with Trenton, Warren Street Plaza, 101 N. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. American history presented by marionettes and rod puppets. Free. Noon. Trenton in 1775, Trenton Downtown Association, St. Michael’s Church, 140 N. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Historic tour led by Sharon Ann Holt. 1 p.m. My Brave Fellows, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Washington’s officers compel the Continental Army soldiers to stay six more weeks. $5. 2:15 p.m. Second Battle of Trenton (Battle of the Assunpink), Old Barracks Museum, Mill Hill Park, Trenton, 609-396-1776. barracks.org. Re-enactment. Free. 3 p.m. Musical Workshop Reading of The Crossing: The 10 Crucial Days, Adeth Israel Synagogue, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence. thecrossingmusical.com. Actors portray the men and women who changed the course of history. $15. Register. 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 29

Experience the Battle of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Society, Princeton Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road, Princeton, 609-232-8540. pbs1777.org. Presentation by local historian and author William L. Kidder followed by a reenactment. 9 a.m. Hogmanay Celebration, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609989-3027. williamtrenthouse.org. Bagpipers, music for harpsichord and recorder, Scottish snacks. Free. 1 p.m.

Where’d You Go, Bernadette?, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Sunday Afternoon at the Movies series for ages 18 and older. Register. Free. 2 p.m. Hopewell Hall, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. “What We Sang Together: Community Songs from Revolutionary-Era America,” acappella performance. Free. 2 p.m. Alexander Hamilton and the 24 Cannons, Ellarslie Mansion, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. ellarslie.org. Tabletop talk with David Bosted. Donation. 2 p.m.

Monday, December 30

Trenton Battlefield Walking Tour, Trenton Downtown Association, Starbucks, 102 S. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Interpretive tour and Q&A. 10 a.m. Toddler STEM Program, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Science and math for ages 1-3 accompanied by adults. Register. 10 a.m. Happy Two’s Activity Time, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Songs and rhymes for two year-olds accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton Downtown Association, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, Trenton, 267-2013655. patriotsweek.com. Presentation. Free, Register. 11 a.m. Coloring Club, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. For grades 2-3. Register. 3 p.m. Out with the Old, In with the New: New Sweden and the American Revolution, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. trentonlib.org. Talk by Erik Burro. Free. 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 31

Read and Play Storytime, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl.org. Stories and crafts for ages 2-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 10:30 a.m. Play Group with Stories, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Open play for ages 3-5 accompanied by adults. Register. 11:15 a.m. New Year Countdown, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. mcl. org. Party hats and refreshments. Register. Noon. John Honeyman, Washington’s Spy: Unsung Hero or Urban Legend?, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Interactive presentation by Tim Stollery. Free. 1 p.m. Peace Vigil, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. 5 p.m. Hogmanay Bonfire and Open House, 1761 Brearley House, Maidenhead Meadows Park, 100 Meadow Road, Lawrence. patriotsweek.com. Celebrate New Year’s and the 275th birthday of Edward Hand. Free. Donation. 6 p.m.

HEALTH

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

said Dr. Doria. “Now, using the da Vinci Surgery System, we can aggressively treat appropriate surgical candidates with minimally invasive techniques that are proven to significantly reduce recovery time while achieving results that are comparable to traditional open surgery.” A specially trained surgeon like Dr. Doria uses the da Vinci Surgery System to insert miniaturized instruments and a high-definition 3-D camera through small incisions (roughly the size of a dime). Working at the da Vinci console, Dr. Doria’s hand movements are translated into precise actions that allow for a minimally invasive approach to the Whipple procedure that requires less anesthesia, reduces recovery time and puts patients at less risk for complications. Dr. Doria also uses the da Vinci Surgery System to remove cancer in the liver and bile duct. Additionally, in his role as medical director of the Cancer Center, Dr. Doria is assembling a team of surgeons from multiple disciplines who are trained in robotic techniques in order to make robotic-assisted surgery an option for additional cancer sites. To make an appointment with Dr. Doria, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org to learn more. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Ewing Obser ver31

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

CAUSES:

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

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

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

SCREENING:

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

WHEN SMOKERS QUIT:

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

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

TIPS FOR QUITTING:

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

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Thoracic Surgeon Trained in Minimally Invasive Techniques Joins Capital Health DR. AFRICA WALLACE, a board certified thoracic surgeon, has joined Capital Health Surgical Group and is now part of the nationally accredited Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center Hopewell. As director of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. Wallace specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology with a focus on minimally invasive procedures, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and tumors of the mediastinum (the area of the chest that separates the lungs). She also treats benign conditions of the thoracic cavity and esophagus. “I’m excited by the continued growth of our cancer care program, and adding surgeons like Dr. Wallace to our team allows us to offer state-of-the-art minimally invasive surgery to a broader range of cancer patients,” said Dr. Cataldo Doria, medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center. “Her training and expertise, particularly in robotic surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System, are tremendous assets for the Cancer Center and reassure patients that they don’t have to travel far to get advanced treatment for cancer and benign conditions in the chest cavity.” 32Ewing Obser ver | Health Headlines by Capital Health

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

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

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

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

50%

of the population will experience symptomatic hemorrhoids by the age of 50

around the base of the symptomatic hemorrhoid to stop blood flow to the tissue, which then dries up and falls off on its own in a week or two (usually during a bowel movement). Where conventional banding equipment uses metal-toothed forceps to grasp the hemorrhoid, the CRH O’Regan System uses gentle suction to reduce the risk of pain and bleeding. Since Capital Health introduced the CRH O’Regan System in 2018, Dr. Kalina has performed the procedure nearly 300 times. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kalina, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalhealth.org/hemorrhoids for more information. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Ewing Obser ver33

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

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

Colorectal Surgeon Specializing In Minimally Invasive Procedures Joins Capital Health DR. ASHLEE GODSHALK RUGGLES, a board certified, fellowship trained colorectal surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive procedures, recently joined Capital Health Surgical Group. Dr. Godshalk Ruggles focuses on the prevention and treatment of colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), and other diseases of the lower digestive tract. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical approaches, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery (using the da Vinci surgical system) as well as advanced endoscopy. “According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosis in men and women in the United States,” said Dr. Cataldo Doria, medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center. “Dr. Godshalk Ruggles fills an important need at Capital Health, and for cancer patients in our region and the surrounding area who require the specialized care she provides, they can now get it without having to travel to a large urban center.” Dr. Godshalk Ruggles completed her internship and general surgery residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 34Ewing Obser ver | Health Headlines by Capital Health

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

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This warm and joyous holiday concert features the “Christmas portion” of Messiah, alongside Joy to the World, our own maestro’s stirring suite or carols and holiday songs.

Sunday, December 15, 2019 I 3 pm Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, NJ

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The holiday season is upon us, and the Central Jersey area, like a child’s stocking by the fireplace, is brimming—in this case, with opportunities to experience and celebrate local history, especially the area’s colonial and Revolutionary War history. Most of the opportunities are familyfriendly, and provide fun and informative outings in close proximity to Ewing. The premiere historical events of the season are those surrounding the turning point of the Revolution: Washington and his troops crossing the Delaware, their march to Trenton (through Ewing) and surprise attack on the British in Trenton, and the battles of Trenton and Princeton in the closing days of 1776 and early 1777. The greater Trenton area was ground zero at this crucial moment in the history of our country, and nearly two-anda-half centuries later, the events are brought to life at a number of venues during a week-long celebration known as Patriots Week. One prominent venue for such events is the Old Barracks in Trenton, originally constructed in 1758 as a military barracks for English troops in colonial New Jersey during the French and Indian War, and variously used during the Revolution by both British and American troops as a barracks, jail and hospital. The Barracks hosts a variety of fascinating events throughout the year, and is a primary partner in the Patriots Week festivities. Leading up to Patriot’s Week will be British Occupation Day on Saturday Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., when the Barracks will present a “day in the life” of a British infantry regiment, as they drill, cook, care for their muskets, and ready themselves for battle. Much more additional information can be found at barracks.org Those British soldiers better be ready, because Washington and his troops are coming! The popular re-enactment of the historic crossing on Christmas Day (noon-3 p.m.) at Washington’s Crossing can admittedly be mobbed, but it is a bucket-type experience to be witnessed at least once. Associated events are the rehearsal for the crossing, being held this year on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and a free lecture at the Washington Crossing State Park (N.J.) Visitor’s Cen-

ter Museum on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. The lecture is about the significance of the crossing and subsequent battles, as described in letters and diaries of those present. Information about these events, and many, many others throughout New Jersey, can be found on the excellent and very informative “Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area” website, revolutionarynj.org. The Trenton Downtown Association then hosts Patriots Week from Dec. 26-31. The week full of Revolutionary events, talks, demonstrations, tours, battles and history always promises to delight and enlighten young and old. Battles in the streets, a pub crawl, a colonial ball and a walking tour are just some of the highlights. Go to one event, one day’s events, or one each day—but go! Schedules and descriptions are available online at patriotsweek.com. One stop in Trenton might include Ellarslie, The Trenton City Museum, located in Cadwallader Park. Holiday events are scheduled, including the annual Holiday Boutique on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8. Additional information about exhibits and events can be found at ellarslie.org. Of course, there are activities happening all over, beyond Trenton. In Princeton, Morven Museum hosts the annual “Festival of Trees,” displaying dozens of holiday trees beautifully and creatively decorated for the season, including a submission by the West Trenton Garden Club. The festival runs through Jan. 5. More info at morven.org. Lawrence Township also has offerings, including tours of the 1761 Brearley House, and a two-mile march down Route 206 in celebration of Colonel Hand and his troops holding the British back. The Howell Living History Farm in Hopewell (howellfarm.org) is a great place to visit any time of the year to experience life on a 19th century farm. “Christmas on the Farm” takes place on Dec. 7 from 10 - 4. A family outing to any of these events (or others) celebrating our history is a perfect way to enjoy what happened then, now! Happy holidays, and have fun! Helen Kull is a member of the Ewing Township Historic Preservation Commission.

Patriots Week features Revolutionary events, talks, demonstrations, tours, battles and history that always promises to delight and enlighten young and old.

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Our youngest son got married in October. If you’ve been following my column, you’ll remember that earlier in the year I had been in panic mode about finding a gown and shoes, and I was also worried about my hair and makeup. In short, I did not want to disgrace Donnie and his new bride Michelle at their wedding by looking like a hag. Well, I found a gown. I dragged my long-suffering husband George to a bridal shop one afternoon in February. We selected a bunch of gowns that didn’t look too terrible. On the hangers. The salesperson, seeing what we had chosen, grabbed a gown and said, “Just try this one on.” So I did, moaning all the while that it wasn’t going to look good on me, that it was going to make me look like a cross between an NFL linebacker and a Las Vegas showgirl. Well, lo and behold! This gown was beautiful on me. Yeah, I said it. Not sorry. It gave me curves that I don’t really have while hiding my slightly(!) protruding belly. It showcased my shoulders (I mean, really. Who has bad-looking shoulders? No one, that’s who) and was actually quite comfortable. It came in navy blue, the color I planned on wearing. I tried on the rest of the gowns that George and I had picked out and none of them, and I mean none of them, looked as good as the first one. So I bought it. First shopping excursion and I found my dream gown. Who knew? I also bought jewelry and a glittery comb for my hair. I sent a picture of my gown to my hairdresser Amy, owner/operator at Salon Forza in Ewing. She immediately had a vision of what updo would look good with the gown. Plus my friends Kim and Pam and my sister Kim also had visions of how my hair needed to look. Thank God, because I don’t do hair. I usually just blow it dry and let it do what it feels like doing. I do slam it into a ponytail or bun on

occasion (when it needs washing and I’m too lazy to do so). It’s funny, because my friend Kim is also a client of Amy’s and I think between the two of them, they decided what updo I would get done, way before I was even thinking about my hair. Now I had to find shoes. I looked online at every shoe store known to man. I needed a low heeled sandal in a wide width. With gold accents or some kind of gold on them. To match my jewelry. I found a ton of silver sandals that checked all the boxes but I needed gold. I finally found them online at DSW. The day before the wedding, I was getting all my stuff together for the wedding. I took the shoes out of the box and just for fun, decided to see how well they went with my necklace, earrings and comb, which I hadn’t seen since the day I bought them. Well, guess what? My jewelry was silver. NOT gold. Images of all the lovely silver sandals I saw over the past several months danced through my shocked brain. I took a deep breath and decided that if anyone was looking that closely at the mother of the groom to notice that her shoes and jewelry didn’t match, then chances were good that he/she needed to be escorted out of the wedding quickly because he/she was creepy. For the first time in a long time, I felt like I looked pretty darn good at the wedding. Amy did a beautiful job on my hair, my makeup was professionally done, and the gown and jewelry were perfect. I even had false eyelashes on! A definite first for me. I feel like all I did was smile that day. Because I looked nice! And other reasons, of course. There was, after all, a lot to smile about that day! I promise to write about the wedding itself in another column. I could actually write a year’s worth of columns about that perfect wedding but I won’t. Maybe. Ilene Black has been a resident of Ewing for most of her life. She and her husband, George, have two sons, Georgie and Donnie.

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January 2020 The Ewing Township Holiday is for all levels of players. Tree Lighting, presented by Mayor Ewing 7 v 7 Adult Soccer will Bert Steinmann will take place on be coordinating a competitive 7 Sunday, December 1st at ESCC league on Tuesdays starting at starting at 5:00pm with arts & 8:15pm and a Recreation league 8 6 4 5 2 crafts & face painting. Santa will be on Thursdays. See the league 9 5 1 arriving by firetruck at 5:15pm to website for registration informalight the tree! Enjoy music, singing tion, www.7v7soccer.com. 6 3 carols, free pictures with Santa, ESCC gym and weight room is 1 4 refreshments and more. open daily. Hours are MondayCommunity News Service - Hamilton/Ewing/Hopewell PuzzleJunction.com Sudoku 1 - Very Easy - 12/19 It is time to register for the Ewing Thursday 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Fridays & 2 Indoor Soccer program that is held Sundays, 6 a.m.-5 p.m. and Satur7 6 at the Ewing Senior & Community days, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fees are $30/ Center (ESCC), 999 Lower Ferry month for adults, $20/month for fullsolve theCopyright Sudoku ©2019 puzzle,PuzzleJunction.com each row, column and box Puzzle B: To must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Road (Old JCC) will start in midtime students and seniors (age 60+). January. Registration deadline is Seniors can also workout between Friday, December 20. The pro9 a.m.-11 a.m. daily for free.Register 8 6 2 7 gram starts Sunday, January 12th online at communitypass.net 1 7 3 5 8 4 for K will be held from 12:00am ESCC, (609) 883-1776 and Hol– 1:00pm, and for grade 1 from lowbrook Community Center, (609) 8 7 1:15pm – 2:15pm. The older divi883-1199 have rooms available for 6 4 9 sions will play games on Sundays rent for small groups to large parSolution only with the younger divisions ties. Kitchen facilities are available. 3 9 1 2 playing early in the day. There will The Gym at ESCC is also available 1 4 8 2 6 9 3 7 5 5 6 5 21 7 3 8 84 1 39 be no practices and no standings for rentals. For more information 9 7 3 5 4 1 2 8 6 kept. The leagues are co-ed. The please call the Recreation Office. 8 1 4 5 7 8 6 9 1 4 5 3 2 divisions are grouped by grades For more information on these or 8 35521 94 63 58 72 89 46 717 1 2- 3, 4-5, middle school. Register any other programs you can cononline at Communitypass.net. tact the Recreation Office at (609) 4 3 79 1 2 5 7 6 92 8 6 Ewing Recreation has a chess club 883-1776, online at www.ewingnj. 2 6 1 8 9 3 7 5 4 Copyright ©2019 PuzzleJunction.com that meets on Tuesday evenings for org/communityaffairs. The Recre8 9 5 4 7 6 1 2 3 Puzzle solutions on Page 42 kids and adults on at ESCC. Kids ation Office is located at ESCC and will play from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. and is open Monday–Thursday 8:30 adults will start at 7:30 p.m. a.m.–9 p.m.; Fridays 8:30 a.m.– 5 Adult Co-Ed Pick-up Volleyball p.m., weekends 9 a.m.–5 pm. is held on Wednesday nights at The Ewing Recreation column 609•882•4413 OPEN 24 HOURS Antheil School from 7 p.m.-9:30 is paid content provided by Ewing p.m. This program is informal and Township.

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MERCER COUNTY 2019-2020 MERCER COUNTY MERCER COUNTY ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS 2017-2018 2017-2018

ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

The County of Mercer working in coordination with the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs will be accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) beginning on October 1, 2019 through July 31, 2020. Mercer County is currently accepting applications the Universal The County of Mercer will be accepting applications for thefor Low-Income HomeService Fund (USF) Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) until 31, 2018. Mercer will Program. Families who of pay theirwill own heating costs, andCounty meet the following income TheProgram County Mercer beMay accepting applications for the Low-Income Home continue accepting applications for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Program Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) until May 31, 2018.winter Mercer County bill. will guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their heating throughout the year. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and Service meet theFund (USF) Program continue accepting applications for the Universal TANF and Food Stamp recipients must consult their caseworker regarding the automatic following incomethroughout guidelines, may be eligible to receive assistance with their the year. Residents whofinancial pay their own heating costs, and meet the benefit application. winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive

PROGRAM EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 31

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PROGRAM EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 31

following income guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance. LIHEAP Program USF Program Household Size MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES

cooling assistance.

$1,926

MONTHLY INCOME Household Size 1 USF Program LIHEAPGUIDELINES Program $2,082 1 $1,759 $2,010 $2,607 2 $2,819 Household Size USF Program LIHEAP Program 2 $2,369 $2,707 1 3 $2,978 $3,289 $1,759 $3,404 3 $3,555 $2,010 4 $3,588 2 $2,369 $4,100 $2,707 5 $4,198 $3,970 $2,978 $4,797 4 3 $4,292 $3,404 6 $4,807 4 $3,588 $5,494 $4,100 $4,652 $4,198 $6,190 5 7 $5,417 $5,029 $4,797 5 8 $6,026 $6,887 6 $5,494 $5,333 $4,807 $7,584 6 $5,765 $6,190 9 $6,636 7 $5,417 10 $7,245 $7,935

$6,015 7 to change during the program * Federal income limits are subject year.

8 $6,026 $6,502 $6,887 9 $6,636 $7,584 8 $6,696 10 contact the Mercer $7,245 $7,239 $7,935 To request an application please County Housing and Community

* Federal income limits are subject to change during the program year. Development Office at9 (609) 989-6858 or (609) 989-6959. Applications can also be $7,377 obtained by visiting the Housing office at 640 South Broad Street, 1st floor,$7,975 Room request an application please contact the Mercer County Housing and Community 106, Trenton, NJTo 08650. 10 $8,059 $8,528

Development Office at (609) 989-6858 or (609) 989-6959. Applications can also be

* obtained Federal income limitsthe areHousing subject tooffice change the program by visiting at during 640 South Broad year. Street, 1st floor, Room

Locations & Hours: Hamilton Office - County Connection 106, Trenton, NJ 08650. Hamilton Square Shopping Center Trenton Office Clients who received assistance the previous year will receive a re-certification application by mail prior to October 1st to 640 South Broad Street – Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue complete andNJreturn to the County LIHEAP office. To request an application did not receive a benefit the previous year, Trenton, 08650 Hamilton, NJ 08690if you Locations & Hours: Hamilton Office - County Connection please the Mercer County Housing and Community Development at (609) 989-6858 (609) 989-6959. Applications M-F call 8:30am – 4:30pm Tues & ThursOffice 10:00am-12:00pm (byorappt. only) Trenton Office Hamilton Square Shopping Center can(Wednesday also be obtained by visiting the Housing office atSaturdays 640 South– Broad Street, 1st floor, Room 106, Trenton, NJ 08650. 4/7 & 5/5 open640 until 6:30pm) South Broad Street – Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue Applications will be processed until July10:00am-1:00pm 31, 2020. (walk-ins)

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Trenton, NJ 08650 Hamilton, NJ 08690 M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm Tues & Thurs 10:00am-12:00pm (by appt. only) Board of Chosen Edward – 4/7 & 5/5 (Wednesday open until 6:30pm)Hamilton Office -Saturdays Locations & Hours: CountyPattik Connection Freeholders Housing Director (walk-ins) Trenton Office Hamilton Square10:00am-1:00pm Shopping Center

640 South Broad Street –M. Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue Brian Hughes, County Executive Board of Chosen Edward Pattik Trenton, NJ 08650 Hamilton, NJ 08690 Housing Director Freeholders M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm Tues & Thurs 10:00am-12:00pm (appt. only) (Wednesday open until 6:30pm) Saturdays 10:00am-1:00pm (walk in) 12/7 & 12/21

Brian M. Hughes, County Executive

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