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On a sparkling mid-May afternoon, Ewing High baseball coach Dave Angebranndt was preparing for practice and needed two players to put the batting practice mat at home plate. One that was quick to volunteer was junior Dominic Yarson, who was the Blue Devils’ leading hitter and pitcher through their 4-9 start. According to Angebranndt, that little moment said as much about Yarson as any of his statistics. “As a junior he doesn’t have to go do that but, he’s that lead-by-example type kid,” the coach said. “The kids look up to him, he’s supportive, he’s energetic, he’s positive, he always wants to get kids better and he’s a great kid to have on the team.” He’s also darn good. As of May 19, Yarson led the Blue Devils in hits (14), average (.387) and RBIs (7), and also had four doubles and nine runs scored. On the mound he had two wins and led in innings pitched (29.1) and strikeouts (16) with an ERA of 3.82. But Yarson doesn’t pay much attention to those numbers. “It’s a team sport, you can’t really look too hard at it individually,” he said. “One person doesn’t make a team. I can pitch or hit as good as I want See YARSON, Page 16

By Bill Sanservino

Dr. John Kazmierczak, chief of staff of the West Trenton Animal Hospital, shows off the prized Carr Irises blooming outside the building last month. The flower is named after famed Bordentown horticulturist and flower hybridist Franklin Carr. His Irises won 12 international awards in Europe, and the Boehm Company of Trenton used his Pontiff Iris as a model for the Pontiff Porcelain sculpture presented to Pope John Paul II. Kazmierczak links his blooms with the internationally known buds provided directly from the Carr family.

Seniors to graduate in-person By Bill Sanservino

After more than a year of virtual learning due to COVID-19, Ewing High School seniors will finally get to experience a normal rite-of-passage. Commencement exercises for the EHS Class of 2021 are set to take place on Tuesday, June 22, at the Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton at 7 p.m.

The district plans to continue to monitor public health guidelines for changes, and is currently planning to allocate five tickets each for guests to attend the ceremony. Guests should wear masks and all attendees will be required to complete a COVID-19 screening prior to admission, and adhere to social distancing protocols while in the arena.

The district is also hoping to livestream the graduation to people who are unable to attend the ceremony. Meanwhile, the Observer is running its annual feature spotlighting the top 10 academic seniors. To read about this Top 10 and their feelings about their senior year as impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, turn to Page 10.

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Ewing Township is implementing new procedures for leaf and brush collection starting next month. Under an ordinance amendment approved earlier this year by council and Mayor Bert Steinmann, collections will no longer be scheduled periodically and instead will take place year round. Under the new regulations, residents will be prohibited from raking leaves or debris into the street for pickup, as had been allowed in the past. “We always had an ordinance, but we needed to tweak it a little bit,” Steinmann said. Under the old procedures, “you could put any type of branches out on the street, whether they were 4-feet, 6-feet, 10-feet or 20 feet-long. One guy even put a whole tree out there. You can’t do that anymore.” Now brush must be cut into lengths of no more than 4 feet and placed at the curb. It can be loose or placed in a container. Large batches of brush can be bound together using rope, twine or other similar recyclable materials. See COLLECTION, Page 5

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COLLECTION cont. from Page 1 Trees, tree trunks and branches larger than 6 feet in diameter are not allowed and must be broken down further. “A tree trunk doesn’t work,” the mayor said. “If that’s the case, then you either you or your contractor need to make arrangements to have that removed.” Leaves and grass, meanwhile, must be put in a container or in a biodegradable bag (a paper bag for example) at the curb. Plastic bags are not allowed. A change in environmental regulations at the state level restricting the placement of loose leaves in the street necessitated the change. Steinmann said another reason was issues caused by allowing debris to be raked into the streets. “We were having a lot of issues with our storm drains,” he said. “Basically, they were getting filled—the stuff was getting stuck in them, and public works would have to go out and clean out the basins. “After a while some of the leaves and everything else washed down the pipe and then completely stopped them up, and it wound up creating flooding.” He said that in one case, the town even had to rip out the storm drain and pipe and replace them. “It was blocked so solid that nothing could get through,” Steinmann said. “It was a lot of expense, so we needed to stop that. I mean, storm drains will

still get clogged with other stuff, but it’s not going to happen as often.” Once the new rules go into effect next month, there will be grace period before full enforcement begins. The mayor said the township has embarked on an information campaign to attempt to let as many residents as possible know about the new rules. This includes a full page ad in this issue of the Ewing Observer (see Page 3.) “We want to try to make sure that everybody clearly understands,” he said. For a first-time violation, the township will issue a warning. After that, people found to be in noncompliance will be notified and required to dispose of the debris properly. One advantage of the new rules is that people will be able to put out yard debris whenever they need to, rather than having to adhere to a schedule, as has been the case in the past. “They can leave it out anytime,” the mayor said. “Whether it’s grass clippings, or leaves, or garden growth or any of that stuff. Just containerize it and put it on the street.” Residents who don’t want to leave yard debris at the curb can still dispose of it at the township’s brush dropoff site on Jack Stephan Way. For more information and hours of operation, go to ewing.org. Contact BILL SANSERVINO: bsanservino@ communitynews.org, (609) 396-1511, ext. 104, facebook.com/BillSanservino.

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Rank: 1, GPA: 4.79 Career plans: Secondary education. Planned college activities: Literary magazine, newspaper, beekeeping. Who is a person that inspires you? My mom. She does so much for the people around her with an open heart. I hope to be just as compassionate of a teacher as she is. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? I never expected to end high school this way, but I am so grateful for all of my teachers that did their best to make this year special for us! I miss seeing people’s faces, but nevertheless I have many good memories to carry with me. Favorite High School memory? My AP Human Geography class! The content was so intriguing, and my classmates were so fun to work with. I wish I could take that class all over again.

Rank: 2, GPA: 4.69 Career plans: Something where I get to work with people and promote sustainability. Planned college activities: The Middlebury Mountain Club and the Mixed Kids cultural organization. Who inspires you? My mom, because she always works hard and devotes time to others. She is one of the most selfless people I know. What are your feelings about the way the COVID-19 pandemic affected your senior year? Though I wish I could have experienced a normal senior year, I got over the initial disappointment and tried to make the best of the situation. I’ve spent the past year growing and self-reflecting. Favorite high school memory: A team building trip I took with Princeton University Preparatory Program (PUPP) the summer before my junior year when I got to canoe for the first time with my friends.

Rank: 3, GPA: 4.62 Career plans: Medical scientist. Planned college activities: Not sure which clubs or organizations as of yet. Who inspires you? My sister, because she has always guided me through school. She has been there to push me to my limits and help me grow as a person. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? It was a bit saddening to see my senior year end up this way, but it also made it a lot less stressful and easier on me. Favorite high school memory: My favorite memory, or more so set of memories, would be drawing my little French cat on the whiteboard/Promethean for Madame Hill every day during French class.

Rank: 4, GPA: 4.57 Career plans: Archaeologist. Planned college activities: Swimming, Photography Club, Outing Club, Pulse! Who inspires you? My biggest inspirations are my friends. They push me to be a better student, person and athlete every day. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? I am disappointed that I could not experience a fun and normal senior year, but I have learned to always find the bright side of things during this time. Favorite high school memory: I have so many great memories from EHS that it’s hard to choose one. Some of the ones that stand out are Friday night games with the marching band, APUSH, AP Lang, AP Human Geography, the bus rides home from swim meets and MCTs.

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Rank: 5, GPA: 4.56 Career plans: Pediatric physical therapist. Planned college activities: Clubs that relate to the medical field, and maybe a dance club. Who inspires you? My mom has always been one of my biggest inspirations, as she has shown me what it takes to be a powerful woman in society. Her drive to succeed, her work ethic, and her commitment to others are something that I have always looked up to. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? I felt like I wasn’t getting the normal “senior feeling” that most people get to experience. But as the end of the year is quickly approaching and all of our important activities are coming up, I am ecstatic that we are able to have modified versions of our normal ceremonies. Favorite high school memory: Winning first place at the CVC Cheer Competition. Cheer was full of many hardships, so winning the trophy was the moment when I felt that all of the blood, sweat, and tears had finally paid off! Being able to celebrate with my coaches and teammates was one of the best feelings, and something I will never forget!

Rank: 6, GPA: 4.56 Career plans: Certified public accountant. Planned college activities: I’m not set on any clubs or organizations just yet. Who inspires you? My parents, because they work incredibly hard to support me and my education, even if it means putting aside their endeavors to help me. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? I’m definitely a little bummed to have missed out on having a “senior year” and getting to experience prom/etc. Though being entirely virtual has been much more relaxing and not as stressful as being in person typically is. Favorite high school memory: My Senior Night for field hockey. It was such a fun night and great way to have wrapped up my season. In the mists of the whole pandemic, it was nice to have had a sense of normalcy with a traditional/annual Senior Night.

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Rank: 7, GPA: 4.55 Career plans: Immigration lawyer. Planned college activities: The Immigrant Rights Alliance Club, Language Development Club, Hiking Club. Who inspires you? My brother is one of the most influential people in my life. When we first came to the United States he was the only person that was going through the same thing as me—trying to navigate a new country, learning a new language, trying to make new friends. Seeing him persevere above all that, pushed me and continues to push me to be the best that I can be. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? It’s depressing watching your high school years end behind a screen and not being able to spend them with all your classmates. But I’m still grateful for everything I have been able to do such as soccer season, bowling season, prom and graduation (soon). Anything is better than nothing! Favorite high school memory: Messing around during practice with Lanie, Hazel, Morgann and Abby.

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach) Aeronautical Science Rank: 8, GPA: 4.45 Career Plans: Naval aviator. Planned college activities: None. Who inspires you? The captain of the Philadelphia Flyers. He is a great example of a good person, strong leader and family man. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? It definitely was a twist, but the teachers and staff made it as easy as possible to adapt. I would have liked to have had a normal senior year, but I wouldn’t have had certain memories this year if it wasn’t for the virtual learning experience. Favorite high school memory: Soccer games under the lights. I really came to appreciate every minute of them this year, when it wasn’t a guarantee we would be allowed to have them.

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Rank: 10 GPA: 4.48 Career plans: Child and adolescent psychiatry. Planned college activities: Club swimming and an A cappella group. Who inspires you? All my friends continue to inspire me as they navigate past the obstacles this challenging year has thrown at them, while still always being able to make me laugh and smile. What are your feelings about the way the pandemic affected your senior year? This is surely not the senior year I had hoped for or expected, however the challenges I’ve endured throughout the school year have helped shape me into a better student and a stronger, determined and more resilient individual. Favorite high school memory: My favorite High School memory was attending the International Thespian Festival in Nebraska my sophomore year.

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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 TJ Quigley the survivors’ mission and tell their stories after the survivors can no longer do so. Kate McConnell On April 12, the Adopt-a-Survivor (AAS) Michael Franks program was introduced to the Trenton area at Ewing Abigail Buker High School. Six Holocaust survivors were adopted by twelve Ewing High sophomores. The adopted survivors—Moshe Gimlan, Vera Goodkin, Marion Lucas Vasquez Lewin, Ruth Lubitz, Charles Rojer and Jack Zaifman— were originally from Germany, Czechoslovakia, A most Faced with a world without traditional school The return of sports has brought with it the joy Poland andwelcome Belgium. and enjoyable sight this April The recipients of the 2005 Teacher of the Year Awards were honored at a luncheon on April 29th. Jan Fay, 2004 Mercer County has The beenAAS the program return of Ewing High athletes to or sports, the students searched for ways to cope of victory and painSharon of defeat, allLore; welcome emopairs a survivor with one or Teacher of the Year, was a guest speaker. 1st row (L to R): Joan Zuckerman, Principal Antheil; Solomon, Jan Fay, 2004 Mercerthe County Teacher the Year; Inetta Emery, Principal Parkway; Superintendent Broach. 2nd row: the diamond and tracks up the with loss and ofmanage their mental and so- Danielle tions Miller, afterEHS; a lost season. Ray McConnell hadDarrell a big morefields, students. The students embarkthat on amake joint journey Jackson, Principal FMS; Donna Andreas, Antheil; Don Barnett, FMS; Betsy Turgeon, Parkway; Rodney Logan, Principal EHS. spring high school through sports season. cial-emotional health during the early days of game at the plate to lead the Blue Devils to a key with the survivor discussions about life Overduring a year and ago,after practices had just begun for the the shutdown. victory over neighboring rival Hopewell. Quigley before, the Holocaust. Participating upcoming season when pandemic “It was a huge adjustment for me. I went from has provided steady senior leadership to a young students will be able to the represent the struck. survivorWhat and Whitney Lewis, EHS Freshman tell theas survivor’s storypractice with accuracy feeling in began a cancelled ended and up becoming having practice every day after school and work- baseball team that has knocked off Lawrence and On April 18, 2005 Ms. Chiavuzzo, Mrs. Walker of Perestroika. His policies reopened churches, years to come. addition, each student makes athe lost season, as the In spring scholastic sports season ing after practice to having to stay home,” Boys Nottingham in early season action. Buker and and 30 Ewing High School freshmen joined several released political prisoners, and lifted bans on a commitment to casualty tell the survivor’s story in a public became another of the coronavirus. Lacrosse standout Michael Franks shared. “I was Franks are fixtures in the lacrosse lineups and Mercer County high school and college students, previously censored books. venue year 2045, a hundred the For in fivethestandout senior Ewingyears Highafter School going crazy. I am not a person that sits around Vasquez a main cog in the EHS distance crew. and politicians to hear a presentation given by The 20th anniversary of Perestroika was liberation of Auschwitz. student-athletes, the pain of last year still reso- and does nothing.” The return of these athletes to their sports is a Mikhail Gorbachev at the Sovereign Bank Arena. one of the essential themes of Gorbachev’s Thebut twelve adopters are Dave nates, theystudent are happy to have theAngebranndt, opportunity “After the loss of the season, I made sure to harbinger to brighter days ahead. Vasquez will Gorbachev was the last communist leader of the presentation. The policy’s main goal was to Tyler Barnes, Annie Cook, Dunham, Everett, to again represent their Liz high schoolEmily and play the stay connected with my teammates through so- run and study psychology at Connecticut ColSoviet Union from 1985 to 1991. During his make the Soviet economic system more efficient. Curtis they Fornarotto, Vildana sports love and enjoy. Hajric, Devon Jones, cial media,” Girls various Lacrosse counterpart Abigail lege. Three-sport athlete Quigley committed term he instituted policies including his Perestroika involved the transfer of control from Jen“IMeade, Nikyta Sharma and was so Billy upsetO’Callaghan, last year,” softball player Kate Buker shared. “I was hoping to have a chance to to play football at Montclair State. This Buker will political policy of Glasnost and economic policy the government to the business owners. policy Melysa Wilson. on page McConnell shared. “I was verycontinued close with a A2 lot play in 2021, for my senior year.” study Nursing at TCNJ as part of their Honors

Ewing High Students Attend Gorbachev Presentation

of the seniors who would be playing their last Safety Town season, but unfortunately never got to. It was just June 30 - JulyI didn’t 11 even know all so sudden and unexpected what to think.” Contact: Jean Conrad “I couldn’t really believex1302 it,” Blue Devils 609-538-9800 baseball TJ Quigley stated. “It was for application a shock to me and everyone on the team that we would have a year without baseball, something that we have been playing together for almost fourteen years.” “I was very frustrated when we got the news of how extended quarantine was going to be,” track athlete Lucas Vasquez related. “It was so disappointing to miss a year of progress.”

The loss of last season has given the seniors a sense of perspective, and an appreciation for the simple joys of playing their sport. GoodNews will “Just being back out on the resume field is wonderful,” with the September McConnell stated. “I missed it so much more of theI wasn’t Observer than I even issue knew while playing. While I miss the past players who graduated, it has been great to meet and grow close with the new underclassmen and play with them as a team.” “After last year, I am able to let go of a lot of the things that would worry me in my sports,” Vasquez added. “It has helped me to actually enjoy what I do and has allowed me to find humility.”

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program. McConnell is headed to Rutgers UniDue to budget restraints versity and Franks is a proud owner of his own NO lawn careSummer business. School Programs Buker summed the lessons will beup offered by they the will bring with themEwing quite eloquently. Public Schools “The best and my favorite thing about this during the Summer of 2005. season is being back and able to play with such a loving and positive team,” she remarked. “No matter what happens, we never give up.” Last issue of GoodNews for 2020-21.

Have a great summer!

The Ewing Public Schools EHS Student-Athletes Make College Commitments It was a scholastic sports year unlike any other, with the COVID-19 pandemic upending high school athletics for over a year, but many Ewing High School student-athletes had the opportunity to put on the blue and white and represent the Blue Devils. Once again this year, a number of EHS student-athletes from the Class of 2021 have declared their plans to continue their athletic career at the collegiate level and announced their college commitments.

Baseball Sweet-swinging outfielder Tucker Elder will become an Osprey and join the Stockton University Baseball program.

Swimming County finalist Emily Czelusniak will follow in her sister Olivia’s footsteps and look to make a splash in the pool for the Skidmore College T-breds.

Track and Field With a Winter Track Sectional Championship earned during their time at EHS, two talented distance runners from the Blue Devils Track and Field program will continue their efforts on the track at the next level. Lucas Vasquez will run for the Connecticut College Camels and Dylan Navarro will join the Lions of Georgian Court.

Girls Basketball After being a major contributor to an undefeated season for Ewing High School Girls Basketball, strong inside presence Geneece Boone will take the court for the Kean University Cougars.

Football Coming off a high-scoring and always-entertaining season, two members of the EHS Football team will continue their exploits on the college gridiron. Rugged lineman, TJ Quigley, who paved the way for a prolific running game, will join the Montclair State University Red Hawks. Defensive End/Linebacker Aaron Forde, who was named AllArea and Defensive Player of the Year by the Times of Trenton, will join the Wagner University Seahawks.

FMS Celebrates Culture & Diversity Week Fisher Middle School students celebrated the rich diversity and culture of Ewing the week of April 19th with Culture and Diversity Week. Throughout the week, students were exposed to information about different cultural celebrations around the world, words and phrases in other languages, and facts about the many cultures around Ewing and Mercer County. Student Council members put together a Virtual Cookbook, which featured recipes from Mr. Milecki, Mrs. Suseendran, Mrs. Canavan, Mr. Soto, the Abtouche family, the Lima-Flores family, and the Owusu-Mensah family. The Student Council also provided teachers with a full week's worth of "Do Nows" which quizzed students on celebrations such as Ramadan, the Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival, Carnival, and more. A few students also contributed language instruction videos for the whole school to enjoy: Sofia Latushka and her friend Lada - who tuned in virtually all the way from St. Petersburg - led a video in Russian; Amine Abtouche provided a video in Arabic; and Stephania Camblard taught a variety of phrases in Haitian Creole.

Boys Soccer Two senior leaders of the vastly improved Ewing Boys Soccer program will take the pitch at the collegiate level. Cadel Bolden will play for the Aggies of Delaware Valley State and Jordy Santiago-Caraballo will join the Centenary University Cyclones.

Softball Kayla Rivera will join the Gyrenes Women’s Softball team at Ave Maria University in beautiful southwest Florida. Lore Elementary School held a CELEBRATION DRIVE THRU on Saturday May 22nd for Lore 4th grade student Ke’yair Christie who conquered chemotherapy treatments for fighting Stage 4 Pediatric Osteosarcoma Cancer! Horns, shouts and claps could be heard throughout the neighborhood! Let’s give Ke’yair a loud LORE “ROAR’’!

The Ewing Public Schools Senior Spotlight: Meet Kayla Hawkins The school year is winding down, do you have any ‘words of wisdom’ to share with your classmates as we are still navigating the COVID-19 health crisis? I think the best thing to do is look towards the future. Things are still messy and we may be unsure right now, but things will eventually turn out and we need to remember that. What do you want people to know about Ewing High School that they might not know? There are so many different kinds of people at Ewing, and they all have their own unique talents. There are so many cultures in Ewing that you can learn about through the students. In which activities do you participate in school? I am on the Girl’s Tennis Team and a member of the Key Club. I also participate in the Pit Orchestra during the school musicals. What activities do you participate outside of school? Outside of school, I participate in numerous volunteer activities with my church. What accomplishments are you most proud of? One of my biggest accomplishments is when I completed Mission Serve. It was so cool to be able to help so many people, and I was really proud of myself and my group for all that we did.

Lore Students Create Pollinators Lore Elementary School students in Mrs. Mocarski's 2nd grade class planted seeds in the garden and examined flowers and insects. To honor Earth Day, they followed the Engineering Design Process and created pollinators.

What is your favorite memory of high school to date? One of my favorite memories is when I won my first tennis match in freshman year. I was so proud of myself and my partner, and all the practice we did to make it happen. Who is your favorite teacher and/or coach and why? My favorite coach is Coach Mosty (Christina Mosteller). When I joined the tennis team my freshman year, I did not know anything about tennis. She was an incredible teacher, and she helped me to improve very quickly into my first tennis season. She truly cared for everyone on the team and was always so kind and sweet. Who or what has impacted your life in a positive way? My parents have always been my number one supporters of anything I put my mind to. They have always inspired me to do my absolute best, and I am so grateful for them. How do you define success? My definition of success is when I’m proud of what I have accomplished. What are your plans after you graduate from Ewing High School? I plan to go to Mercer Community College and study Music, then transfer to another college to finish out my degree. Afterward, I would like to pursue a career in Music Therapy. What is your favorite quote or book? "Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value." - Albert Einstein Now the important question, during this time of social-distancing what have you been doing in your free time? One of the main things I took up during quarantine was learning Japanese. I had so much time on my hands, and I’ve always wanted to learn multiple languages. I am also starting to learn how to play the piano.

Antheil Interdisciplinary Roller Coaster Design Challenge Antheil Elementary School fourth and fifth grade students in Ms. Joy’s Library class read “Engineering Marvels: Kingda Ka Roller Coaster” and discussed why it is important for engineers to understand how roller coasters work. In Ms. Papadopoulos' and Ms. Springsteens’ Technology Class, students reviewed physics terms (gravity, friction, kinetic & potential energy), for how their model roller coaster works. Students recorded a FlipGrid showcasing their roller coaster designs and explained what they liked about the STEM challenge and what they would do to improve their designs.

Parkway: A year in review... PANTHER-demic Style! This year has been hard, challenging and filled with unexpected changes. Regardless, at Parkway School, we still have been able to come together, as a community of learners and civic-minded citizens, to regularly show our Panther Pride. This year we endeavored to continue our Parkway traditions in spite of pandemic dictated boundaries. We put our creative minds to work and remodeled both the Ice Cream Social and the Pancake Breakfast to be “drive through” and were able to successfully facilitate both events. Our annual Pajama Reading Night became Pajama Reading Day and everyone loves any reason to wear pajamas to school. With help from the PTA, we were able to fundraise for the Thanksgiving baskets for the Parkway community and for toiletry items to donate to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK). Our Title 1 program offerings were just as numerous as in years past with virtual Parent/Child Book clubs, Social Skills groups, Skill Building groups, Every Panther-One Book, Family BINGO night, STEM clubs, Performance Choir and Instrumental/Percussion Group. A fifth grade assembly during Black History Month, Junior Achievement in a Day for fourth and fifth grade students and many social and emotional learning webinars sponsored by PEI kids were all able to be conducted virtually. Let us not forget our end of year celebrations for Kindergarten and 5th grade students that will look a bit different this year but will involve both virtual and in-person students. As this school year comes to an end we want to express our gratitude to all of the parents, teachers, other district staff members and outside resource people for giving us a helping “paw” anytime we asked. You are all PANTHER-rific in our book!

The New Jersey Thespian All State Show qualified for Nationals! Ewing High School students Nia Whaley and Fatoumata N'Diaye were both part of this experience. This is the first time that a New Jersey show has ever been selected as a Main Stage at Nationals! The International Thespian Festival will take place virtually June 22nd–25th, 2021.

The Ewing Public Schools June 2021 Schedule in Ewing Schools Jun 8

FMS - 8th Grade Celebration Day @ 3:30pm–5:50pm

Jun 9

EHS - Senior Awards Night @ 6pm - EHS Athletic Complex

Jun 10

EHS - Senior Awards Night Rain Date

Jun 11

FMS - 8th Grade Celebration Day Rain Date

Jun 15

Lore - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony (Students Only; Event Live-Streamed)

Jun 16

Parkway - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony (Students Only; Event Live-Streamed)

Jun 17

Antheil - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony (Students Only; Event Live-Streamed) FMS - 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 6:30pm EHS Athletic Complex

Jun 18

Early Dismissal (No Lunches): EHS 12pm; FMS 12:35pm; AES/LES/PES 1:10pm; OBA 11:55am

Jun 21

Early Dismissal (No Lunches): EHS 12pm; FMS 12:35pm; AES/LES/PES 1:10pm; OBA 11:55am FMS - 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Rain Date

Jun 22

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – Early Dismissal (No Lunches): EHS 12pm; FMS 12:35pm; AES/LES/PES 1:10pm; OBA 11:55am EHS - Graduation @ 7pm - Cure Insurance Area (Ticket REQUIRED to enter)

Jun 28

BOE Meeting - Fisher Middle School Auditorium 6pm: Honoring District Retirees and 2019-20 & 2020-21 Educators of the Year 7pm: Executive Session 8pm: Public Session

This is the last 2020-21 issue of GoodNews. Look for us in the September issue of the Ewing Observer. Have a safe and healthy summer! Remember to READ, READ READ!

What a year! As we close an incredibly unique and challenging educational year, the Ewing Public Education Foundation (EPEF) wishes to share all the wonderful things that occurred during this time. EPEF continues to celebrate our Ewing teachers, educators, administrators, support staff and the parents. We wish to thank our special partners that always stood by us. EPEF is so proud of all they have done to support the families and children attending Ewing Public Schools. None of this would have come to fruition without the variety of support from everyone previously mentioned. EPEF had to adjust also. We developed altered plans that enabled delivery of programs and services approved for the 202021 school year. EPEF worked closely with our teachers and administrators in exceptional ways to adjust and extend grants for implementation. We maintained constant communications with our close partners who have supported us greatly and that of the Ewing Schools community. Yes, it was indeed a challenging year. But we did it. We all did it! EPEF believes it is especially important that our community knows that through all the challenges, we NEVER lost focus on our determination to help cultivate a wonderful educational year for the children, as we maintain adherence to our mission: “To champion education in our Ewing Schools by providing grants to teachers and scholarships to graduating seniors. To build community support and acquire supplementary resources through private donations and corporate giving that fund innovative educational programs, experiences, and technology that enhances teaching and learning.” To all, EPEF says thank you. For our students, congratulations for completing this challenging year. To our graduating seniors, congratulations on your accomplishments and good luck on your future endeavors. You did it! If you wish to learn about or contribute to Ewing Public Education Foundation, please visit our website for additional information at www.epef.org . Thank you.

Safety Town: CANCELLED for 2021 Safety Town 2021 has been cancelled for this year but the program will return in June 2022. See you next year in 2022!

Kindergarten Round-Up 2021 Information The Ewing Public Schools’ Registration Department is pleased to announce that Kindergarten Registration is now open to children residing in Ewing Township, New Jersey who will be 5 years old on or before October 1st, 2021. Please visit the Kindergarten Registration webpage on the Ewing Public Schools district website at www.ewing.k12.nj.us. All kindergarten registrations should be completed online using our Genesis registration portal. Please be sure to finish all three steps in order to complete your child’s enrollment. If you have questions regarding the online registration process, you may contact Ms. Sholes or Ms. Cook in the Registration Department at (609) 538- 9800 extension 7181 or extension 7175. You may also email Registration at registration@ewingboe.org.

For questions or information, please contact: Superintendent’s Office 609-538-9800 ext. 1102 Email: thullings@ewingboe.org Website: www.ewing.k12.nj.us

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Mayor: Ewing Town Center ahead of schedule Interview by Bill Sanservino

The Ewing Observer recently sat down with Mayor Bert Steinmann to talk about issues impacting the township, past and future. The first part of the Q&A ran in the May issue of the Observer and addressed the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic on the township. It can also be found online at the Observer’s website at commnunitynews.org. to Know NJ Primary Voter ElectionUpdates Voter Updates o Know Need NJ Primary Election In the second part of the interview, which appears below, Steinmann talks Eligibility Requirements with Observer editor Bill Sanservino about development in the Parkway You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible to vote and be at least 18 years Avenue redevelopment old by Primary Day.toYou canand register vote 18 when youold are by agePrimary st be a U.S. citizen to Election be eligible vote be attoleast years Election Day. You zone and economic environment for small busi17 butwhen mustyou be 18 voting day.must You must have lived Mercer ster to vote arebyage 17 but be 18also by voting day.inYou must also haveinlived in nesses the township. County for 30 days before the election. Residents serving a sentence, TheorQ&A is expected to conclude in Countyprobation for 30 days the election. Residents serving a sentence, parole or before parole because of a felony conviction are not eligible toprobation the July issue of the paper.

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what’s happening What makes your garden grow? Summer garden tours in full bloom By Sam Sciarrotta

They don’t call us the Garden State for nothing. Groups all across the region are planning outdoor garden tours to mark the transition from spring to summer. Here’s your guide to flowers, flora and greenery, throughout Burlington and Mercer counties.

Roebling

The Roebling Museum’s annual Garden Tour is back. The town, famous for building some of the country’s most iconic bridges, will celebrate warm weather and bright blooms June 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “When the Roebling steel plant was open and homes in the company town were owned by the company, many of the workers and their families grew gardens with flowers as well as food,” says Lynne Calamia, Roebling Museum executive director. The Roebling Company itself often sponsored competitions to encourage

residents to tend their gardens and keep their properties looking put-together. “Continuing this tradition with our Garden Tour builds pride in our community and gives residents a chance to show off their green thumbs,” Calamia said. The Roebling Museum tells the story of the origins and growth of Roebling, a company town built in 1905 by the Roebling Company. The village of Roebling, including 700 homes, is a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and every one of its buildings has a story to tell. Exhibits, tours, and programs document the majority immigrant workforce that built the iconic suspension bridges of the American industrial age. The tour will start at the Roebling Museum, located at 100 Second Ave. After checking in, participants will receive a map of locations included on the route, plus some added historic highlights. The tour is appropriate for walking, driving or biking, and a guided tour is also set for 1 p.m. Tickets cost $15. Proceeds support the museum. Register at roeblingmuseum.org, in person on the day of the tour or by calling (609) 499-7200.

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Trenton The Old Mill Hill Society, in collaboration with residents of the historic neighborhood, will host its 30th annual Garden Tour June 12 from noon to 5 p.m., rain or shine. The neighborhood, composed primarily of 19th century row houses, will welcome guests in-person to the self-guided walking tour through 15 gardens— attendees will see the intersection of nature and city living, coupled with residents’ personal style. Settled in 1679, Mill Hill is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Trenton

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The Bordentown Historical Society will host its annual History in Bloom Garden Tour June 26 from noon to 5 p.m. Guests will take themselves on self-guided tours of Bordentown City’s gardens, parks and historical sites. The society says this year will be its biggest ever—20 gardens will be open to visitors. In addition to the tour, plein air artists will be painting landscapes at some of the locations. A landscape architect— with expertise in trees and plants native to New Jersey—will also be stationed at the 4 E. Chestnut St. garden from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. to answer gardening questions. A children’s art event will be held all day at Hilltop Park, and refreshments will be available at a number of locations. CDC guidelines regarding masks and social

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earlier than I should’ve been. When I was growing up, my parents told my two older siblings and I, “No watching TV during the week.” Most of elementary school, I was reading a lot. I was always checking stuff out from the library. Then, we got a laptop, and that’s when I started perusing the internet. YouTube was there, and I was like, “Well, it’s not TV.” Six09: That’s the loophole. Ilogu: Exactly. I looked up to YouTube stars early on, more than any film director. Six09: I feel like that’s kind of the path that a lot of creators in your generation are following. Do you see that, too? Ilogu: Yeah. At film school, there are a lot of purists. People will say, “The YouTube stuff, that’s not real filmmaking. TikTok is a bastardized version of visual media.” But this is the stuff that I like. By all means, people can pursue what they want to pursue. I’ve heard that you go to a classroom of third graders, and half of them will say they want to be YouTubers when they grow up. Those are the people they’re engaging with. And it’s such a versatile medium. Anybody with just about any passion could make content around that passion. I think it’s just a matter of what people are being exposed to at a young age. Six09: Is that how you got into TikTok? Ilogu: From the start, I always took a very strategic approach to TikTok. I didn’t just stumble onto the app. I knew of TikTok when it was musical.ly. I would watch these YouTube compilations of cringey kids lipsyncing to songs. I was like, “I don’t think this stuff is for me.” But then I thought, “Wait a second, there’s so much potential.” The app can be anything that you make it. You can’t pigeonhole a whole platform just by the content that a handful of people are making. My first venture into TikTok was when I got to college, toward the end of 2019. I started with a joint account. The plan was that a few of us on the floor I was living on were going to make cinematic TikToks. Eventually, most of the group lost interest. That was it for some time. I kept the app for a little bit, then deleted it. It was on and off until quarantine, where I said, “Yeah, let me start making TikToks.” I feel like there’s a lot of potential to just grow an audience. I’m not exactly sure what it is I want to do in the future, but whatever it is, if it’s creative, it’s going to need an audience. Six09: Did it kind of help you pass the time during quarantine after starting at your dream school and

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Capital Health and St. Francis Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health, have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI). Under this LOI, St. Francis Medical Center will become a part of Capital Health. The non-binding LOI is the first step in evaluating and designing a framework that will enhance health care services and create a new model of care for residents of Trenton and the surrounding area. The goal is to work toward a definitive agreement that will create a more comprehensive and sustainable health care system for our community. “From its founding as the city’s first hospital in 1874 to its important role as an acute care teaching hospital and Mercer County’s only provider of comprehensive cardiac surgery, St. Francis Medical Center has always put the needs of Trenton and surrounding neighborhoods first,” said Al Maghazehe, President and CEO of Capital Health. “This approach aligns very well with Capital Health’s mission, and we are committed to our shared vision of providing the highest level of care for the community.” “The health care industry is always evolving to advance medicine and improve delivery of care to the communities we serve,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., chairman of Capital Healthcare, Inc. Board of Trustees. “The changes we’re seeing here in Mercer County are a reflection of what’s going on nationally, but our neighbors in Trenton and nearby communities can rest assured that we will continue to keep their interests at the center of all we do.” Both hospitals are known for providing advanced care and for ensuring local access to high-quality, comprehensive and affordable health care services. “Both Capital Health and St. Francis Medical Center are deeply committed to caring for residents of our community,” said Daniel P. Moen, President and Chief Executive Officer, St. Francis Medical Center. “The rapidly changing healthcare landscape presents challenges, but it is through a shared mission that both organizations look to expand services

“As a safety net hospital, ensuring the community has access to care is the heart of our mission,” said Joseph Youngblood, II, J.D., Ph.D., Chairman, Board of Trustees, St. Francis Medical Center. “In response to a broad national transformation of health care, we look to combine our strengths with those of Capital, a healthcare leader, and grow services for our residents. Together, we are steadfast in our commitment to provide area residents, including the underserved with highquality, comprehensive care and to improve the delivery of healthcare for our community. Our partnership with Capital Health will be a fitting legacy to the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia for their decades of service to Trenton and Mercer County.” Capital Health and St. Francis now enter a period of due diligence. The process includes evaluation and discussion to determine how to best combine and enhance their capabilities to more effectively fulfill their missions to the citizens of Trenton and the surrounding area. Approvals will be necessary from State and Federal officials and others before the transaction is able to be completed. Throughout the process, Capital Health and St. Francis remain committed to sustaining and advancing the comprehensive, high quality services they provide to residents of the greater Trenton area. Areas of focus will include exploring opportunities to expand access to care and improved efficiency in health care delivery. The new combined system will be secular (Non-Catholic). Capital Health is the Central New Jersey/Lower Bucks County region’s leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Comprised of two hospitals (Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell), a Hamilton outpatient facility, and various primary and specialty care practices across the region, Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by DNV GL - Healthcare. For more information, visit capitalhealth.org. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Ewing Observer17

CAPITAL HEALTH AND TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ANNOUNCE AFFILIATION FOR LIVER TRANSPLANT AND ADVANCED SURGICAL SERVICES Capital Health and Temple University Hospital have entered into an affiliation for liver transplant and advanced surgical services that will streamline coordination of care and minimize the amount of travel required by patients in the community served by Capital Health. Under the terms of the affiliation, Capital Health patients who are approved candidates will receive liver transplants at Temple, but will receive pre- and post-transplant care and related diagnostic tests close to home at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell under the direction of both Capital Health and Temple physicians.

patients will now have access to additional treatment options for liver abnormalities through Capital Health.” Capital Health offers bloodless liver surgery and liver autotransplant surgery performed by CATALDO DORIA, MD, PHD, MBA, FACS, an internationally renowned hepatopancreato-biliary surgeon who helped develop these innovative techniques. As part of this new partnership, Temple patients who are candidates for these advanced surgical procedures will be referred to Capital Health.

“Temple Health is a nationally recognized leader in health care and the perfect partner to complement the innovative surgical services offered at Capital Health, such as liver auto-transplant surgery, bloodless liver surgery, and robotic-assisted surgery across our service lines,” said Al Maghazehe, PhD, FACHE, President and CEO of Capital Health. “Similarly, Temple University Hospital patients who are approved candidates will receive their procedures at Capital Health but will receive pre- and post-surgery care and related diagnostic tests close to home at Temple University Hospital under the direction of both Temple and Capital Health physicians. Through this affiliation with Temple, we’re thrilled to provide patients access to the most innovative liver surgery and transplant options in a way that keeps them closer to home and their loved ones throughout their course of treatment.”

Temple University Hospital’s team has decades of experience in caring for patients with chronic liver diseases, including hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease and liver cancer as well as those suffering from drug toxicity or a rare metabolic disease. Temple’s highly skilled, multidisciplinary team is led by ANTONIO DI CARLO, MD, CM, FACS, FRCSC, Associate Professor of Surgery at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) and Chief of Abdominal Organ Transplant Surgery at Temple University Hospital; and LEE F. PENG, MD, PHD, Chief of Hepatology and Associate Professor of Medicine at LKSOM, and Medical Director of Liver Transplantation at Temple University Hospital.

“We are pleased to be collaborating with Capital Health on a unique affiliation that will benefit patients from both institutions,” said Michael A. Young, MHA, FACHE, President and CEO of Temple University Health System and Temple University Hospital. “Capital Health patients will now have access to Temple’s liver transplant program, which is home to some of the nation’s foremost liver specialists, and Temple

As part of the new collaboration, Temple patients with pancreatic cancer who are appropriate candidates will also have access to complex open and robotic-assisted Whipple procedures performed by Dr. Doria. In September 2019, Capital Health became the first hospital in Central New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia region to offer robotic-assisted Whipple procedures to treat pancreatic cancer.

NEW NAME AND MORE CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR Capital Health Occupational Medicine Office

Capital Health Corporate Health Center, formerly located in Hamilton, New Jersey, has moved to a new location at 4065 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 104, Princeton Junction, New Jersey, 08550 (at the intersection of Village Road). The Center’s staff, office hours, and phone number remain the same, but to better reflect the services it provides, the name has changed to Capital Health Occupational Health Center. The Center 18Ewing Observer | Health Headlines by Capital Health

provides clients with immediate evaluation and follow-up care for work-related injuries and illnesses, pre-placement employee physical examinations, DOT exams, return-to-work evaluations, on-site radiography, drug and alcohol testing programs, medical exams for immigration, and many other services. “Our new Occupational Health Center, just four miles from our former location in Hamilton, meets all of the needs of our corporate customers and our Capital Health employees,” said Dr. Lalitha Gumidyala, medical director of Capital Health Occupational Health Center. “In addition to being more centrally located for our clients in Mercer and Middlesex counties, the newly renovated facility also has ample parking that can accommodate oversized vehicles.” For more information, call 609.689.5750 or visit capitalhealth.org/occupationalhealth.

NEW LOCATION, EXPANDED TEAM AND HOURS FOR

Capital Health Primary Care – Lawrenceville Capital Health Primary Care – Lawrenceville, part of Capital Health Medical Group and a trusted provider of primary care in eastern Mercer County, moved to a new office at The Atrium, located at 133 Franklin Corner Road, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, 08648. The office was previously located in the office building next to its new location. Although the office is in a new location, patients will receive care from the same trusted providers, including DR. DIANA BUSH, DR. MICHAEL DASH, and PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT JACQUELINE RITTER. DR. KHURRAM ZUBAIR and DR. SRIVANI RACHAKONDA, formerly of Capital Health Primary Care – Brunswick Avenue, have joined as well. They are available for appointments and video visits to provide check-ups,sick visits and preventive care from infants to older adults (including women’s health). The office’s phone number remains the same. “During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have learned more than ever before that finding a trusted primary care provider to manage your day-to-day medical needs is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your loved ones,” said Dr. Khurram Zubair, lead physician at Capital Health Primary Care – Lawrenceville. “Our experienced, board certified team is dedicated to providing the safest, highest quality care here in Mercer County, and our move to a larger space and expansion of services and hours further shows our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our neighbors.” In addition to office visits, all of the providers at Capital Health Primary Care – Lawrenceville offer video visit appointments using secure connections on their computers or mobile devices for routine follow-up appointments or questions about medications. They also provide easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when it is needed most – virtually everything patients need to keep them on the path to better health. All Capital Health Medical Group offices use a shared electronic medical records system, which allows providers to access medical records on a secure network, making it convenient for patients to continue their care across our network of primary and specialty care providers. Patients

can also manage their health easily while using our Capital Health Medical Group patient portal, which allows them to conveniently access information about any of their office visits online. Office hours at Capital Health Primary Care – Lawrenceville are Monday, Tuesday and Friday (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Wednesday and Thursday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.). To make an appointment at the new office, call 609.815.7270 or visit capitalhealth.org/lawrenceville for more information.

Is Your Bladder Controlling Your Life? Understanding Overactive Bladder Wednesday, June 9, 2021 | 6 p.m. Location: Zoom Meeting Are you (or is someone you know) living with urinary frequency or urgency, with or without urine leakage? Overactive Bladder (OAB) can happen to people at any age, so join KATHIE OLSON, an advanced practice nurse and clinical coordinator of the Capital Health Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health, to learn about the causes of OAB, changes you can make to improve it, and the many effective treatment options that are available. Don’t let your bladder run your life— by becoming informed, you become empowered! This event will be taking place virtually using Zoom. Register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2-3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Ewing Observer19

A GROWING TEAM AT NEW

Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton Office Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton, part of Capital Health Medical Group and a trusted provider of primary care in eastern Mercer County, moved to a new office at 300 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08540. Capital Health’s primary care office in Princeton was previously located in Montgomery Commons, a few miles north of the downtown area. Although the office is in a new location, patients will receive care from the same trusted providers, including DR. DEBORAH SIEGEL-ROBLES, DR. BRUCE ROSE, and DR. LEE SHEARER. DR. KIMBERLY LEVITT and DR. ABIGAIL ROSE, formerly of Capital Health Primary Care – Quakerbridge, have joined as well. They are available for appointments and video visits to provide check-ups, sick visits and preventive care for children, adolescents and adults (including care that is specific for women). The office’s phone number remains the same. “For almost seven years, our team has been dedicated to providing the safest, highest quality care here in Princeton,” said Dr. Siegel-Robles, physician at Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton. “Finding a primary care doctor you can trust is more important than ever these days, and our move to a larger space and expansion of services to include children and adolescent care reaffirms our commitment to our community in Princeton.” For routine follow-up appointments or questions about medications, all of the providers at Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton offer video visit appointments through computers or mobile devices as a safe, secure and convenient alternative when in-office visits aren’t necessary. Patients can also manage their health and easily communicate with their physicians using Capital Health Medical Group’s patient portal, which allows them to conveniently access information about any of their visits online. Patients also have easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when it is needed most. As part of its mission to improve the health and well-being of the populations it serves, Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton participates in Princeton Child Health Conferences, a service of the Princeton Health Department that offers free or low-cost health clinics for uninsured children who live in Princeton. Available

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by appointment only for children newborn to 18 years old, these clinics provide immunizations, physicals, and developmental screenings and lead testing. Parents and guardians are also offered counseling regarding safety, nutrition, development, and growth. To make an appointment through Princeton Child Health Conferences, call 609.303.4599 so you can be scheduled appropriately. All Capital Health Medical Group offices use a shared electronic medical records system, which allows providers to access medical records on a secure network, making it convenient for patients to continue their care across our network of primary and specialty care providers. Patients can also manage their health easier using our Capital Health Medical Group patient portal, which allows them to conveniently access information about any of their office visits online. Office hours at Capital Health Primary Care – Princeton are Monday, Thursday and Friday (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Tuesday and Wednesday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.). To make an appointment at the new office, call 609.303.4600 or visit capitalhealth.org/princeton for more information.

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Counselor in Training program for students entering grades 8 and 9. $50/week. Teen Travel and all field trips cancelled this summer due to Covid 19. Ewing Girl’s Field Hockey program, for Elementary and Middle School girls, will meet starting July 6 – August 19, on Tuesday and Thursdays at the EHS Turf field from 8:30 – 10:30am. Lauren Davis, EHS Field Hockey coach will be program director. Ewing Recreation Department is taking applications for picnic area permits at the following parks, John Watson on Upper Ferry Rd., Banchoff on Mt. View Rd., Higgs Park on Summerset St. Email Nancy at npappano@ewingnj.org or contact the office for more information or to reserve a date. Financial Aid available for all programs. Online registration for all Ewing Recreation Department programs is available at communitypass.net. You can securely register your entire family for all Ewing Recreation Department programs Recreation Department phone number is 609-883-1776. Any questions email Nancy at npappano@ewingnj. org. or Ted at tforst@ewingnj.org. The Ewing Recreation column is paid content provided by Ewing Township.

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So….masks. There are those who don’t wear them. There are those who wear them. There are those who forget them in the car and have to run back and get them. There are those who have to wear them while they work. There are TV and movie superheroes who wear them because their costume requires it. Whatever category you fit into, let’s all be truthful here. NO ONE likes wearing them. Except the TV and movie superheroes. They get paid a lot more than we do. First off, call me a sucker who has been brainwashed by the news, but I believe that mask-wearing is a necessity in order for us to finally kick this freaking pandemic to the curb. There are people who do not believe that mask-wearing is necessary. Whatever. I am not a hater, so you do you, boo-boo. Having said that, I’m going to point out the upside of wearing a mask. There are wonderful and practical things a mask can do for you. 1. If you wear false teeth or a partial plate or your teeth are not your best feature, then wearing a mask gives you the freedom to NOT wear or show your teeth. For me, given that my teeth need work, this is a huge plus. 2. Masks hide those laugh lines around your mouth. Pair that with a pair of large sunglasses and poof! You’re young again. 3. If you are a woman of a certain age, you may get bristly little hairs on your upper lip and/or chin. If you’re like me, obsessed with plucking them out the second they emerge, relax. Slap on your mask and

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