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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 form scale, which can prevent lead in corroding pipes and fixtures from leaching into water. This photo of the residence of Mayor Theodore A. Pierson on Blackwell Avenue is one Orthophosphate does not get of the hundreds of images collected in the Hopewell Valley Histor y Project’s online rid of lead, however, and merely archive. The home is still standing today. masks the problem. Hopewell Township does not have any lead pipes because it joined the utility after lead was banned as a plumbing material in 1986. It will, however, still Dixon, board member of the ing the history of Hopewell receive water with orthophosHopewell Valley Historical Valley ever since. They banded together and created a solution phate, since TWW mixes in the Society. additive at its distribution plant. Shortly after If These Stones for their frustration that there’s December also will mark the Could Talk: African American valuable information about start of TWW’s lead service line Presence in the Hopewell Valley, their town lying around that replacement program in four of By eRin KAMeL Sourland Mountain and Sur- nobody knows about. “As we’ve collected stuff, the five municipalities in the utilrounding Regions of New Jersey ity’s service area. Work begins For the last four months, one was published in November we also started visiting places, in Hamilton and Lawrence in Hopewell Borough resident has 2018, the book’s authors Elaine going to the state archives, December, with Ewing and Tren- assembled motivated locals and Buck and Beverly Mills pre- going to the township offices, ton following in January. Service professional historians alike sented a number of lectures shooting text maps from 1915,” lines are the pipes that run from to preserve the vast history of and drove up an interest in local Dixon said. The group was the curb to a home or business, the Hopewell area. Together history. Over the summer, the sharing the digitized items connecting it to the TWW sys- they created the Hopewell Val- Hopewell Public Library hosted among themselves when they tem. Currently, TWW estimates ley History Project, a collective an architecture tour and a gar- decided to make the collection it will take five years and $200 effort to gather and digitize den tour of Hopewell—registra- available to the public “because it’s fun, it’s interesting and it’s million to replace 35,000 lead ser- valuable artifacts of Hopewell tion for both events was full. vice lines in its service area. So Dixon, along with fellow sort of stupid to reinvent the Valley. Trenton Water Works interim Hopewell history has been residents, started digging in, wheel.” in the air, according to Doug and they have been uncoverSee WATER, Page 16 See HISTORY, Page 14
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Mayor Kristin McLaughlin and running mate Courtney Peters-Manning came out on top in a contentious Hopewell Township committee race that saw veteran committee member John Hart voted out of office. Democrats McLaughlin and Peters-Manning received 2,593 and 2,555 votes respectively, while Republicans Hart and Ed “Jack” Jackowski garnered 2,270 and 2,148 votes each. In terms of percentage of the overall vote, McLaughlin received 27% of the vote, PetersManning 26.6%, Hart 23.8% and Jackowski 22.5%. The results mean that Hopewell Township has an allDemocrat committee. Hart had been the lone elected Republican in township government. “I have enjoyed serving with Mr. Hart for these three years,” McLaughlin said. “It takes time, dedication, and a great deal of effort to serve on township committee. I am grateful that he chose to spend some of his time and energy working to benefit his community. Mr. Jackowski was willing to do the same and should be congratulated for his willingness to serve.” See ELECTION, Page 8
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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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INBOX Teen raises $8K for cancer research September was childhood cancer awareness month. I would like to take this opportunity to talk about something really important to me, as well as thank the community for being so supportive through a really difficult time in my life. In late December of 2018, I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s L ymphoma, a form of cancer that attacks the immune system and spreads throughout the body via the lymphatic system. Every three minutes someone in the United States is diagnosed with blood cancer. Receiving this news transformed my perception of life from a 15-year-old high school girl whose only worries were my grades and friends to how I was going to battle a life-threatening disease. As if balancing soccer, my social life, and a heavy course load wasn’t already enough, I also had to focus on daily drives to Philly to receive chemo and radiation for an undetermined amount of time, all while continuing to go to school. Staying positive and maintaining a radiant outlook on the future was all made possible by the undying support of Hopewell’s community, as well as the staff of Hopewell Val-
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Lester: false advertising in committee election The lack of integrity in the results of the 2019 election for Hopewell Township Committee was mind-boggling and typical. Once again, Democratic candidates and their handlers ran their campaign with campaign literature that was patently false and deceived voters. One of this year’s whoppers claimed that Republicans led the township committee in 2013 and 2014, and were responsible for tax increases during those years. Anyone with a good memory or an interest in researching the truth knows that, in 2013 and 2014, Democrats enjoyed a township committee majority in both years, and Democrat Vanessa Sandom was mayor for both years. Another whopper claimed that “Kristen (McLaughlin) has led the township committee in maintaining the budget since 2016 including Mayor in 2019.” Anyone who can count to three and is aware that township committee terms are three years, knows that Ms. McLaughlin, running for re-election in 2019, was not on the Township Committee in 2016. Local Democrats have not always resorted to voter deception. Almost two decades ago, Democrats won municipal elections without deceiving voters. Nor do Democratic candidates on other levels of government engage in deceit. Whether or not municipal Democrats could win an election without tricking voters is anyone’s guess. Apparently, local Democrats are not interested in finding out. Har vey Lester Titusville
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More than two decades ago, my husband, Jon Edwards, ran for Hopewell Township Committee against John Hart. They had political disagreements. When my husband’s supporters threatened a boycott of John Hart’s store, the two candidates wrote a joint letter, published in a local newspaper, urging all residents not to take part in a boycott. That reaction by my husband, a Democrat, and John Hart, a Republican, defined Hopewell Township politics for nearly a decade: a commitment to truth, integrity, and leaving politics in the political arena. Fast forward to 2019. A boycott threat resurfaced during the recent election for Hopewell Township Committee with John Hart running for re-election. By contrast, Mr. Hart’s opponents apparently did not do anything to derail a call for a boycott. In today’s political environment, the focus is to win at any cost. Win they did, but not with the integrity that effective leadership requires. At the Nov. 12 meeting of the Hopewell Township Committee, a resolution was passed to support local businesses. Ironically, Democratic members of the Township Committee voted to support local businesses, while doing nothing to tamp down the recent attack on a local business owner, John Hart. Mr. Hart passionately raised the issue of the boycott, which was fully relevant under the circumstances. The township committee majority reacted with indifferent smirks. Not one Democratic
committee member raised their voice in righteous indignation against the boycott threat that occurred a week earlier during the final days of the campaign in horrific Facebook ads attacking John Hart. I sat in the audience stunned and outraged at the behavior of our community leaders. I felt John Hart’s pain at the prospect of facing an upcoming holiday shopping season with a boycott threat of his business. I ask all citizens of Hopewell Valley—Democrats, Republicans and Independents—to support local business and shop at Rosedale Mills. John Hart is an honest, hard-working man, who has dedicated his life to Hopewell Township. My husband and I are honored to call him our friend. Cher yl Edwards Hopewell Township
Residents concerned about rezoning
The face of rural Hopewell Township as we know it is slated for drastic changes. In July 2019, the Hopewell Township Committee voted to approve the zoning on Scotch Road to dense commercial by a vote of 4-1. All of the Democrats voted in favor with Republican committee member John Hart casting the only opposing vote. A little bit of history: the master plan (written in 2002) designated this area as Valley Resource Conservation, a designation that limited the development on Scotch Road to no more than one house for every six acres. This all changed in July 2019, when the Democratic majority on the Township Committee voted to approve the change to dense commercial. This change happened with very little publicity or chance for public comment. The rezoning will allow for a 16-pump gas station, a 100-room hotel with a bar and a conference room, drive through fast food restaurants and other mixed retail uses. The zoning change will have dire environmental consequences for Hopewell Township. This land (according to the master plan) is an environmentally sensitive area. It is geographically located at the headwaters of two streams. The land is needed to protect the township’s aquifer from over-development. The majority of Hopewell Township residents rely on wells for drinking water. The overdevelopment of the land will cause water to run off where it would normally percolate into the soil and that could have catastrophic effects on our wells. How would you like it if you turned on your tap and nothing came out? All residents of Hopewell Township will be subject to a major increase in traffic congestion. Scotch Road will be a snarled traffic nightmare. It will resemble a turnpike-style truck stop. Anyone who commutes via I-295 already knows how much backup there is during rush hour. Fast food restaurants, a gas station, retail and a fourth hotel at this exit with be a traffic nightmare. The land on Scotch Road is also home to an abundance of wildlife. Deer, wild turkeys, fox, opossum, raccoons and many other species will be completely displaced from their home. This will cause an increase in traffic accidents when they are forced out of their natural habitat and into the streets with no place to go that is safe. Lisa Weintraub
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The Hopewell Valley Chorus will perform its 60th annual holiday concert Dec. 13. Pictured are members (row 1) Katy Simonsen (Pennington), Jackie Turner (Pennington), Vivian Shnaidman (Skillman); (row 2) Carol Southard (Pennington), Betty Harris (Pennington), Christine Piatek (Ewing), Valerie Nelson (Titusville; (row 3) Pete Staats (Hopewell), Scott Lundquist (Pennington), Elaine Pollak (Lawrenceville), Sarah Schlichter (Yardley), Randye McBride (East Windsor); (row 4) Bob Woodford, Brian Clissold, Buzz Berger, Jack Kichura; (row 5) Scott Donofrio, Mike Richards (Hopewell), Joanne Eagle (Pennington). of This Night,” will feature “A Ceremony of Carols,” Benjamin Britten’s beloved, harp-accompanied setting of medieval carols telling the Christmas story. Also on the program are the spirited, percussion-punctuated “Five Hebrew Love Songs,” by Eric Whitacre, Schalk’s “Before the Marvel of This Night” and “El Rorro,” a traditional Spanish lullaby. The concert will be held Friday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at St. James Church, 115 E. Delaware Ave. Pennington. Tickets (general admission $15/seniors, students $12) can be purchased at hopewellvalleychorus.org. For more information, send an email to hopewellvalleychorus@ gmail.com or call (609) 477-9382.
Tree lighting set for Dec. 2 The Hopewell Township Parks and Recreation Department’s annual tree lighting ceremony will be held Dec. 2 starting at 5 p.m. on the municipal building grounds. The Union Fire Company and Rescue Squad will be honored. Guests can create holiday cards for soliders starting at 5 p.m. inside the municipal building. The tree lighting will take place at 6 p.m., followed by refreshments and a performance by the Bear Tavern Treble Makers. The township is also collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Drop-off bins are located inside the municipal building. For more information, call the recreation department at (609) 737-3753.
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The Hopewell Valley Regional School District will host a presentation on school and internet safety Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. in the CHS community room. The event was originally scheduled for Nov. 12. The presentation will focus on emergency planning and protecting each student’s digital world. The talk is designed for
parents of K-12 students and will provide information and tools for parents about the district’s emergency preparation and our efforts to protect students in a digital world. Parents will also be provided tips and tools to help monitor their child’s online presence. The event will be streamed live on the district’s Facebook page.
Holiday Walk held Dec. 6 Pennington’s 36th annual Holiday Walk will be held Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Kick things off with the tree lighting at Howe Common, located at 65 South Main St. Snacks and beverages will be available starting at 5:45 p.m., followed by a Hopewell Valley Choral Group performance a 6 p.m. Santa will arround to light the tree at 6:30, and at 6:45, he will ride to Ocean First Bank to meet with children, while Danceworks students perform at Main Street and Delaware Avenue. Also at Ocean First Bank will be photos with Santa with heather Raub from FrontRoom Images starting at 6:45. Photos are free. Roaming photographer Wayne Hollendonner will also be taking pictures at the event. John Goeke will be doing ice carving demonstrations all evening in the Ocean First parking lot. The Pennington Studio for Dance and Creative Arts will perform inside and outside programs. Guests can view exceprts from The Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets at Pennington Presbyterian Church, as well as jazz, tap, hip-hop and vocal performaces to a variety of songs, from “Ice Ice Baby” to “Carol of the Bells.” The Hopewell Valley YMCA, located at 62 South Main St., will provide activities for children from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. Wallaby Tales Traveling Zoo will also present a program at the Pennington Library. Cookies will be served at Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty, and keep an eye out for the Town Crier, who will be making important announcements throughout the evening.
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ELECTION continued from Page 1 The last time Hart ran, in 2016, he and fellow incumbent Todd Brant ran on a slate against Democratic challengers McLaughlin and Michael Ruger. That year’s vote resulted in a split ticket, with Hart re-elected and McLaughlin elected to the committee for the first time. Ruger ran again in 2017 and was elected. Hart is a 10th-generation Hopewell farmer and owner of Rosedale Mills Country Store, has been on the township committee since 2013. He was also on the committee from 1994 to 2000, serving as mayor from 1996 to 1998. Peters-Manning said the main focus heading into her term is the 2020 budget. “I also want to focus on fighting climate change and a renewable energy future,” she said. “I campaigned on green energy aggregation and community solar projects, and I want to work to make both a reality in Hopewell Township. I’m really looking forward to getting started and welcome input from constituents as we move forward together.” McLaughlin added that a potential senior and community center is also a primary focus, as well as supporting local business and preserving open space. McLaughlin has also been a vocal opponent of the PennEast pipeline. “I am very honored to have been reelected to Hopewell Township Committee,” she said in a statement. “Courtney and I spent countless hours listening to residents to hear their concerns and understand their vision for the township going forward. Voters rightly
expect that those who are representing them will reflect their thoughts and values when making decisions. I always try to learn as much as possible about an issue before I make a decision, and I think that my time listening to residents gives me valuable perspective on challenges facing this community. This election proved that Hopewell Township residents understand that planning for the future with respect for our past is not only possible, but the smartest path forward.” Peters-Manning said that she and McLaughlin are also looking forward to presenting plans for handling affordable housing and climate change—issues she said Hopewell residents are concerned about. “I am so grateful to live in this tight-knit and engaged community,” McLaughlin said. “I look forward to hearing from anyone who has an idea of how to move the Township forward and am excited to continue the work I’ve started.” *** There were three open seats on the Hopewell Valley Regional School Board: one Hopewell Borough seat and two Hopewell Township seats. Jessica Grillo edged out Elizabeth Maziarz for the Borough seat, while William Herbert and John Mason defeated Michael Coco, Peter DiDonato and Ashutosh K. Pathak. Grillo received 225 votes, while Maziarz garnered 216. Herbert and Mason received 1,850 and 1,672 votes, respectively, while Coco, DiDonato and Pathak each earned 1,233, 1,084 and 891.
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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 | Hopewell Express9
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.” 10Hopewell Express | 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 | Hopewell Express11
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 12Hopewell Express | 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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HISTORY continued from Page 1 Dixon has worked in the computer technology field for over 20 years, specializing mostly in digital media. He was employed by companies like Sarnoff Corporation and Intel before taking on independent contracts with the United States Army’s Aberdeen Proving Ground. Now, Dixon is using his tech skills to make the Hopewell Valley History Project user-friendly so local residents can contribute to the site without requiring prior digital literacy. The project’s digital archives include historic e-books, pamphlets, tax maps, aerials, cultural studies and postcards. Local residents, friends and neighbors of Hopewell Borough along with the Hopewell Public Library, Hopewell Museum, Hopewell Valley Historical Society, New Jersey State Library, and New Jersey State Archives have all participated in the project to date. The digitized findings are broken down into three levels of reference for easy viewing. Along with the archives themselves, the site features guides and detailed stories referencing the artifacts. In addition to the project’s website, Dixon and other volunteers have made paper copies of archives so the public can search through them without ruining the originals, like photo booklets published in 1897 and 1909. The volunteer group is looking for people who are interested in their house or their family history. They’re looking for residents or prior residents who have historical items in their basement or attic. Dixon and his neighbors share
This photo of the Hopewell Dainties factor y can be found in the Hopewell Valley Histor y Project online archives. concern about what happens when people move away or pass on; their historical documents go with them and the history is lost. The history project has led to friendly neighborhood visits and discussions, when residents invite one another over to share stories while sifting through old family photos and documents. Some of Dixon’s favorite finds include
fire maps from the early 1900’s. “If you wanted to buy fire insurance, the insurer had to know how flammable your house was and how flammable your town was,” said Dixon. “So if you want to know if your house existed around this time, you can try to locate it on these maps along with the aerial maps that Mercer County and the state of New Jersey shot as early as 1930.”
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Dixon notes members of the historical society and borough residents who have conducted cultural studies for the township and the state for decades. They’ve contributed maps and studies on Washington Crossing State Park, Hopewell Train Station and the land around it to the project. He also notes Elizabeth “Betty” Gantz who wrote a series of Hopewell Valley News columns and turned it into the book, “Hopewell’s Past,” published in 1987. Gantz donated the book to the Hopewell Library and Hopewell Museum and it’s been sitting on a shelf ever since, according to Dixon. People didn’t even know it existed so Dixon scanned it and posted it on the project’s site—with Gantz’s son’s permission—so people can enjoy it. “All this work this woman did all those years ago lost and now it’s available,” said Dixon. “It’s just so exciting.” Right now, Dixon and neighbors are working on organizing and digitizing historical postcard collections with images of houses, streets and buildings from every angle in Hopewell Borough. They’re sorting the files and tagging the images by street address so the public can virtually walk down the street and enjoy pictures of the houses over time. The project has been well supported by the work of Richard Hunter, president and principal archaeologist of Hunter Research, Inc. based in Trenton. “I appreciated that Doug’s project would be of immense value to local residents—a one-stop ‘free’ shop for all types of historical information about
Hundreds of images, maps and documents, like this photo of a Hopewell Fire Department vehicle, have been digitized and added to the Hopewell Valley Histor y Project online archive. the Hopewell area, available and easily accessible to all who care to find out about such things,” he said in an email. Hunter, president of the Hopewell Valley Historical Society, co-authored the book published in 1990, Hopewell: A Historical Geography alongside Richard Porter. He has provided otherwise hard to find maps of Hopewell Valley to the project that his research firm digitally compiled over the years. The Hopewell Library, Hopewell
Museum and Hopewell Valley Historical Society have all sponsored a wide range of local speaking events for residents to attend. Talks have covered the history of the local railroad and subsequent “frog wars” between Mercer and Somerset County railroad lines over 100 years ago. They’ve covered Lenape life in Hopewell Valley and the games tribe members used to play. Speakers have presented the history of Mercer Meadows and its section of pole farms built by AT&T in
the early 1900’s to provide international calling from the U.S. But without digital collections like the Hopewell Valley History Project, “manuscripts are packaged up and archived on a shelf, the papers are filed away in a drawer, and the talks recede into memory,” read the project’s site, in part. So the joint effort to preserve local history has been well received by residents. When he’s not working on the project, Dixon and his wife take their grandchildren to the same local park they used to take their kids to. Now, not only does Dixon remember the days of Hopewell Borough when his kids were little, he remembers references of the town way before his time there—he can picture the baseball field that used to exist around the corner and how the land has since filled out with rows of houses over the years. Dixon said people move to the Hopewell area because they love the feel of it and they love the architecture. He and his neighbors might consider taking detailed photos of the streets, houses, and buildings of Hopewell today so people can appreciate them 100 years from now. Maybe the future residents of Hopewell Valley won’t have to work so hard to locate them because of all the hard work Dixon, fellow residents and historians are doing to digitize them so they can live on forever at everyone’s fingertips. For more information on the Hopewell Valley History Project, go to hopewellhistoryproject.org.
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WATER continued from Page 1 director Steven Picco provided details on both projects during a Nov. 13 panel at Rider University. Hosted by Rider’s Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics 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
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.) 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 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 quality 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. 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 has hosted a number of public forums in its service area, and Hamilton Mayor-elect Jeff Martin said he met with Picco in early November to request TWW host another forum in Hamilton soon. Martin said, in an email to the Hopewell Express after the event, that Picco committed to an event 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. Ewing Mayor Bert 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,” Hopewell Township Mayor Kristin McLaughlin said. “It’s making information accessible to people who don’t have a Ph.D.”
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Lawrence Mayor Christopher 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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sports Team-oriented Hartman leads Bulldogs football on defense By Rich Fisher For the briefest of moments, it looked like Hudson Hartman might actually be a statistics compiler when it came to the offensive side of the football. After playing as a lineman since age 6 and up through Pop Warner, Hartman was switched to running back on the Hopewell Valley Central High freshman football team. “I got to run it during a scrimmage and got to score the only touchdown in that scrimmage,” he proudly noted. Alas, his glory would be short lived. The freshman team developed injuries on the O-line and he was quickly moved back to the land of the anonymous. He also played linebacker that year but eventually found his way back to the defensive line. While that may have hurt his chance to be in the headlines, it certainly helped the Bulldogs as the years went on. Hartman had an outstanding year at offensive guard and defensive end and helped HoVal to a 6-3 season. “He’s very active,” coach Dave Caldwell said. “I think he’s one of the top defensive linemen in the county. He’s got size, he’s got speed, he’s got length, he’s got a motor and he loves playing football. He’s around 6-3, 240 pounds and he’s probably one of the faster kids on the team.” As a Pop Warner coach, Caldwell
watched Hartman from a young age and rience it and that was tough.” He returned last year and had a always saw potential. And it doesn’t bother Hartman that strong comeback season. After putting his running back days are behind him on 30 pounds, he was relentless this seaafter one touchdown, as he enjoys life in son. Couple that with his football savvy and the Bulldogs have a stellar two-way the trenches. “It’s just about staying humble and lineman, even though he does prefer defense “just because I like making a playing for your team,” he said. tackle for a loss; that’s cool.” He wasn’t even able to do “I think he has a pretty the latter as a sophomore after good understanding of the suffering a concussion against game,” Caldwell said. “He’s Rancocas Valley in the seaa great student in the classson’s first game. It resulted room. I find many times kids in him missing the remainder who are great students in the of the season. He could have classroom and have athletic played the final two games but ability are great students of his family decided it wasn’t the game. He’s a combinaworth the risk with two full tion of not only his relentless years still remaining. work ethic and athletic ability “They told me the sympHartman but also his intelligence as a toms, what to do, like lay in football player.” a dark room,” Hartman said. Unlike some players, who “The days progressed, and it was staying the same. I didn’t take the are skill position guys growing up but impact test for a while, when I did the sea- suddenly get moved to the interior when son was pretty much over. It was annoying.” they have a growth spurt, Hartman has Actually, it was a bit more than annoy- gotten down in a stance throughout his life. It made things easier when he ing once he thought it over. “It was devastating,” he said. “When arrived at HVCHS. “I think it definitely helped, just I first got the concussion, I was really angry. I knew I would be missing out on going in the trenches and hitting peothe whole senior class we had and their ple every play as hard as you can,” he great leadership. I wasn’t going to expe- said. “I didn’t understand what the dif-
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cheers which catapulted me towards them for hugs and encouragement,” From Frank Sinatra and memories of Anderson said. As she entered Central Park for those her late grandmother Dorothy Beyer; to Robert Plant, Mick Jagger and memo- grueling final three miles, where the ries of late father Lars; to her posse of mindset must be at its strongest, Anderfamily and friends; to drawing on the son harkened back on her successful intestinal fortitude that made her a days in the pool. “The crowd there was awesome,” she standout swimmer at Hopewell Valley Central High School, Paige Anderson said. “Probably the loudest part of the had everything she needed in order to race since they knew all of us were so close to the finish line. It was like the last finish her first New York Marathon. On Nov. 3, Anderson tackled the race in the finals of a swim meet. By Day nation’s most prestigious 26.2 mile race Three, you're exhausted and ready to and made it across the finish line in 4 just sleep but it’s the most important race hours, 37 minutes, 34 seconds. That because that's going to be the part that placed the 25-year-old 29,872nd out of you really remember since it's how you 53,518 overall runners, and 1,914th out finish that shows. Staying mentally and of 3,607 runners in the 25-29 age group. physically tough was hard, but being able But where the 2013 HVCHS gradu- to look back, I’m proud to say I ran those last three miles and right ate placed was secondary when I saw the finish I was to actually completing the able to sprint home.” race with a grin. So ended a journey “My main goal was to whose seeds were planted finish, but I also wanted several years earlier. Once to smile through it, and Anderson realized a qualifyfind my friends and faming time was not needed to ily at the points they told enter, she began researchme they'd be cheering ing and discovered she me on,” Anderson said. could try to get in through a “I wrote down my time as selection lottery, or by raisfour hours and 30 minutes ing money for a charity. before ever having done a “I joined a gym and marathon and I finished started taking classes and at four hours and 37 minrunning outside,” she said. utes, so I'm glad that I was Anderson “But ultimately I felt that able to pretty accurately I needed something to be guess my time.” The race begins underneath the Ver- training for, much like going to swim pracrazano Bridge in Staten Island, moves tice every day for 12 years did for me.” So she told her mom she would try to Brooklyn, comes into Manhattan, goes up through Queens and the Bronx the marathon. Asked if distance-running genes run in and curves back down into Manhattan’s the family, Donna said, “No! I have run a West Side into Central Park. When it came time to start running, few 5K’s but that’s enough for me, I could Ol’ Blue Eyes got Anderson’s engine only wish to have that accomplishment. Her father didn’t run but was athletic and if revving. “They started us off with a countdown set his mind to something, he could do it.” Since she was too late to enter the and then the cannon goes off and they played ‘New York, New York’ by Frank lottery, Anderson went the fundraisSinatra, which was one of grandmoth- ing route. She opted to raise money for er's favorite songs,” Anderson said. “She Dress For Success. Required to raise $3,000, Anderpassed two years ago, so that just really made me feel like she was right there son garnered $4,200 “with the help with me at the start, and I knew I had and amazing support from my family, her support throughout the whole race.” friends and co-workers. That's a huge From there, it was a different genre of accomplishment.” Then, of course, there was the condimusic and a different family inspiration tioning. After googling “how to train for that kept her going. “I also played a lot of Red Hot Chili Pep- a marathon in five months,” Anderson pers, Led Zeppelin and Rolling Stones to began her training 25 weeks prior to the keep me pumped up when I needed an race. She did four runs per week, three extra music boost,” Anderson said. “They weekday short runs (2-6 miles) and were some of my dad's favorite bands so to one long weekend run (16-18 miles). have him by my side as well helped. This Since she now works as a Global Comyear will be 10 years since he passed, so munications Specialist for Chubb Insurdoing activities that I feel would make peo- ance, Anderson lives near Gramercy ple like them proud and bring me closer to Park in NYC and was able to train along the downtown running path along the them always keep my spirits high.” She was also inspired by the mas- perimeter of the city. She also ran at her sive crowds that lined the streets, grandfather’s shore house. It all paid off for both Anderson and which included her mom, Donna, boyfriend Ray Mastroianni, and six close Dress For Success. “I’m just so proud of her for taking friends who spurred her on at the Mile 16 marker, which was right after the this on and finishing the way she did— happily with a huge smile,” Donna said. Queensboro Bridge. “Right when we got into Manhattan “She will never forget the experience— I could see their signs and heard their we’ll see what’s next for her.”
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, December 1
The Nutcracker, Roxey Ballet, Kendall Main Stage Theater, The College of New Jersey, 609-397-7616. roxeyballet.org. $22 and up. 2 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. Jazzy Sundays, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 2 p.m.
Monday, December 2
Earth, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-737-2610. mcl.org. Documentary screening. 1:30 p.m. Hopewell Tree Lighting, Hopewell Municipal Building, 201 Wasington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, 609-737-3753. 5 p.m.
Tuesday, December 3
5B, Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-196. hopewelltheater.com. World Aids Day film screening and panel discussion with producer Brendan Gaul. 6 p.m.
Wednesday, December 4
The Hopewell Valley History Project, Hopewell Public Library, Hopewell Train Station, 2 Railroad Place, Hopewell, 609-466-1625. redlibrary.org. Talk on the local history digital collection. 7 p.m. Storytime with Ms. Kim, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. For ages 2-4. 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Gardening Book Club, Hopewell Library, 245
Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609737-2610. mcl.org. Discussion of “Unsheltered” by Barbara Kingsolver. 2 p.m. Fiber Arts Circle, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Bring a needle-craft project to work on. 7 p.m.
Thursday, December 5
The Nutcracker, Roxey Ballet, Kendall Main Stage Theater, The College of New Jersey, 609-397-7616. roxeyballet.org. $22 and up. 10 a.m. After Noon Concert Series, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton University. music. princeton.edu. Adrian Binkley, student at the Curtis Institute of Music, performs. Free. 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Blackbird Society Orchestra, Hopewell Valley Bistro & Inn, 15 E. Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. hopewellbistro.com. Repeal Day celebration. $15. 6 p.m. Thursday Evening Music, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m. Adult Book Discussion Group, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. “An Odyssey: A Father, A Son and an Epic” by Daniel Mendelsohn. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 6
‘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. The Grey, Hopewell Library, 245 PenningtonTitusville Road, Hopewell, 609-737-2610. mcl.org. First Friday Film. 1:30 p.m.
Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m. Stand-Up for Something: Autism Speaks, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. hopewelltheater.com. Autism Speaks fundraiser with Dan Marquez, Erik Terrell, Mollie Sperduto, Geoff Colella. $30. 8 p.m. Reindeer Lane, Hopewell Train Station, 2 Railroad Place, Hopewell. Holiday gift shopping for children. 3 p.m. Lego Free Play, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. For ages 5 and older. 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wallaby Tales Traveling Zoo, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0404. wallabyzoo.eventbrite.com. Live animal presentation. Register. 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 7
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. The Nutcracker, Roxey Ballet, Kendall Main Stage Theater, The College of New Jersey, 609-397-7616. roxeyballet.org. $22 and up. 2 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. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Clipper Erickson and Rise Kagan Erickson, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. Piano/hand-
bell event. $15-$20. 8 p.m. Martha Redbone Roots Project, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. hopewelltheater.com. $22$28. 8 p.m. Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m. French Artisans Fair, Hopewell Train Station, 2 Railroad Place, Hopewell. Chocolates, pastry, jewelry, beauty items, paintings, photographs, personalized gifts. Free. 10 a.m.
Sunday, December 8
The Nutcracker, Princeton Youth Ballet, Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 16 Walnut Lane, Princeton. princetonyouthballet.org. Relaxed performance. $18-$35. Noon. and 4 p.m. The Nutcracker, Roxey Ballet, Kendall Main Stage Theater, The College of New Jersey, 609-397-7616. roxeyballet.org. $22 and up. 2 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. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. The Roebling Legacy, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. Presentation by Clifford Link, author of “The Roebling Legacy.” 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Jazzy Sundays, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 2 p.m. Hopewell Valley Pops Orchestra, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. 1867sanctuary.org. $20. 3 p.m. Stump the DJs, Adath Israel Congregation,
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Monday, December 9
Messiah Sing, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu. All are welcome to join and sing. Scores provided. $5. 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Washington Crossing Postcard Collector Club, Union Fire Company, 1396 River Road, Titusville, 609-737-3555. wc4postcards.org. Meeting and presentations by members, followed by an auction. 8 p.m. Hip & Knee Arthritis, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609737-2610. mcl.org. Talk with a representative of Princeton Health. Register. 11 a.m.
Tuesday, December 10
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. Through December 29. 7:30 p.m. Tools to Manage Holiday Stress, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. Noon. Writers Support Group, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609737-2610. mcl.org. 6 p.m. Too-Busy-for-Books Book Club, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. “The Last Brother” by Nathacha Apanah 7:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11
Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu. Free. 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Storytime with Ms. Kim, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. For ages 2-4. 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Estate Planning, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Informational seminar. 6:30 p.m. The Short of It, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Discussion on three short stories by Anton Chekhov. 2 p.m. Fiber Arts Circle, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Bring a needle-craft project to work on. 7 p.m.
Thursday, December 12
Gumbo Gumbas, Hopewell Valley Bistro & Inn, 15 E. Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. hopewellbistro.com. $15. 6 p.m. Thursday Evening Music, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m. ‘Til Death Do Us Part ... You First, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. hopewelltheater.com. Peter Fogel’s one-man multi-media show. $30. 7:30 p.m. Sports Book Group, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman. 7 p.m. Pecha Kucha Night: Hopewell for the Holidays, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. hopewelltheater. com. Informal sharing of images and ideas. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 13
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. A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 7:30 p.m. Hopewell Valley Chorus, Saint James Church, 115 E. Delaware Avenue, Pennington, 609477-9382. hopewellvalleychorus.org. “The Marvel of This Night,” featuring Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols.” $10-$15. 7:30 p.m. The Tallis Scholars, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. A capella performances of works by Poulenc, Allegri, Tallis, Messiaen, and more. 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. Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m.
Saturday, December 14
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. A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Rogue Oliphant, Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-4661964. hopewelltheater.com. Songs and spoken word pieces written by the Pulitzer Prizewinning Irish poet Paul Muldoon. 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. Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 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.
737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. For ages 2-4. 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Fiber Arts Circle, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Bring a needle-craft project to work on. 7 p.m.
Thursday, December 19
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 7:30 p.m. Phil Orr & More, Hopewell Valley Bistro & Inn, 15 E. Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. hopewellbistro.com. $15. 6 p.m. Thursday Evening Music, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m.
Friday, December 20
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 7:30 p.m. Voices Chorale NJ, Pennington Presbyterian Church, 13 S. Main Street, Pennington. voiceschoralenj.org. “Out of Darkness Into
Light,” a concert of kindness, caring and hope. $20-$25. 8 p.m. Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m.
Saturday, December 21
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.m. Pyrenesia Holiday Show, Hopewell Theater, 5 Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-4661964. hopewelltheater.com. $15-$20. 8 p.m.
Sunday, December 22
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Jazzy Sundays, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 2 p.m. Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Hopewell Theater,
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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. A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Jazzy Sundays, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 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
Recyclable Arts & Crafts, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609737-2610. mcl.org. Use recycled goods to make a snow globe. Register. 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, December 17
Funding Your Child’s (or Grandchild’s) College Education, Hopewell Library, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-7372610. mcl.org. Talk. Register. 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 18
Adult Craft, Hopewell Library, 245 PenningtonTitusville Road, Hopewell, 609-737-2610. mcl.org. Make a snowman bracelet. Register. 10 a.m. Storytime with Ms. Kim, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-
Come enjoy the Holiday Walk with family and friends and experience the magic and wonder of this Pennington tradition! Feel the excitement as the children anxiously await the arrival of Santa and enjoy the festivities throughout the night. Holiday music, carolers, dancers, and plenty of activities for the kids, will put you in the holiday spirit! The shops on Main Street will be open late and filled with the most unique gifts for everyone on your list, and our restaurants and cafes will be open too!
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CALENDAR continued from Page 21 5 Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-4661964. hopewelltheater.com. “A Very Slambovian Christmas.” $26.50-$28.50. 7:30 p.m.
Monday, December 23
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 7:30 p.m. Aging: The Science of Cells That Never Grow Old, Pennington Public Library, 30 N. Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0404. penningtonlibrary.org. TED Talks lunch and learn discussion group. Noon. and 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 24
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. Noon. and 4 p.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
A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 7:30 p.m. 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. Thursday Evening Music, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com.
Free. 6 p.m. Old Barracks Tours, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. barracks.org. $8$10. 10 a.m. King George and the March of Folly, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. trentonmasonictemple.com. Presentation by Ralph Siegel. 2 p.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. 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
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. Trenton Masonic Museum Exhibition and Discussion, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Free. 4 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. Brother David Brearley: The Most Important Founding Father That We Don’t Know, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, 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.
Saturday, December 28
Music and Merlot, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Free. 6 p.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. The Trouble with Trenton, Warren Street Plaza, 101 N. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek. com. American history presented by marionettes and rod puppets. Free. Noon. 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
Jazzy Sundays, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. 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. Experience the Battle of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Society, Princeton Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road, Princeton, 609-232-8540. pbs1777.org. Presentation by
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local historian and author William L. Kidder followed by a reenactment. 9 a.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’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. 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
Capital Philharmonic Orchestra, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, 215-893-1999. capitalphilharmonic.org. Celebrate the New Year with works by Strauss, Offenbach, Liszt, and Gershwin, plus a James Bond medley and more. $30-$65. 8 p.m. 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. 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. Peace Vigil, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. 5 p.m. A Vintage New Year’s Eve, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell. hopewelltheater.com. Dance with live music by Parlour Noir, optional dinner by Brick Farm Tavern. $75-$125. 6 p.m.
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REAL EsTATE The following listings of residential home sales are based on public records and tax files. The number in parentheses after the closing price indicates the amount it was above or below the original listing price.
Hopewell Township 14 Fox Run Road. Seller: David and Laura Wert. Buyer: Nathan and Rachel Cuomo. Two-story Traditional in Fox Run. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $550,000. 2 Pine Tavern Court. Seller: Larry and Patricia Batanian. Buyer: Joshua and Rebekah Selekman. Two-story Colonial. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. $725,000. 113 Ingleside Avenue. Seller: Daniela Decker. Buyer: Adam Cox and Alexandra Carroll Byrne. Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. $285,000 ($15,000). 4 Apache Drive. Seller: Helen Larkin Estate. Buyer: Keith Moran and Brittney Rossi-Moran. Ranch in Indian Village. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. $314,900 (-$14,600). 14 Pennington-Lawrenceville Road. Seller: One Step Above Real Estate Investing. Buyer: Arthur Catalano and Zeida Jimenez. Ranch. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $413,000 (-$31,900). 1 East Shore Drive. Seller: Henry and Elizabeth Cooperhouse. Buyer: Fueng-Chadil and Unya Chotikajan.
Ranch in Elm Ridge Park. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths. $1,170,000 (-$190,000). 2 Voorhees Way. Seller: John Fassnacht and Patricia Bell. Two-story Colonial in Willow Creek. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. $640,000 (-$189,900). 16 Creek Rim Drive. Seller: Dennis and Carol Ferry. Buyer: Michael Waas and Kelsey Swanson. Ranch in River Knoll. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. $385,000 (-$14,000). 223 Concord Place. Seller: Meng Wu and Yanbing Dong. Buyer: Dinesh Keesara and Harshitha Thangellapalli. Townhouse in Hopewell Grant. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $366,150 (-$3,845). 15 Featherbed Lane. Seller: Moser Living Trust. Buyer: Jesse Embry and Eva Genova. 1.5-story Cape Cod. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. $302,500 ($7,500). 9 Howe Court. Seller: Barbara Clancey. Buyer: Alyson Silk. Townhouse in Brandon Farms. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $355,000 (-$4,900). 97 Featherbed Lane. Seller: Andrew Youard. Buyer: Constantinos and Aginah Maltabes. 1.5-story Cape Cod. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. $485,000 (-$15,000). 228 Colt Street. Seller: Shaarei Tefilah Inc.. Buyer: John Chou. Townhouse in Brandon Farms. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $452,000 (-$7,900).
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Every day it’s the same thing. I begin my breakfast of shredded wheat, peanut butter and sardines, open the newspaper, and read the latest about the LIC (Liar-in-Chief) who as of mid-October according to “The “Washington Post” has made 14,345 “false or misleading claims” since taking office. I become anxious and depressed. If I listen to morning talk shows on NPR largely focused on the LIC, I stay anxious and depressed. In the afternoon, I take the sleep cure which allows me to eat dinner. Yes, I have LIC Disease and its excruciating symptoms, a combination of anxiety and depression. In the evening my LIC-induced anxiety and depression are resurrected as I switch back and forth between CNN & MSNBC reporting on the latest lies from the Liar-in-Chief. (I can’t watch Fox for more than a few seconds—too much lying.) I do have to keep changing channels as the political commentary gets more and more frequently interrupted by ads for pharmaceuticals whose chief benefits are a long list of side-effects ranging from constipation to weight gain to death. (Not one of those drugs promises to cure LIC Disease.) Finally, I drag myself off to bed hoping that I’ll wake up and discover that the LIC nightmare was merely a nightmare and not a nightmarish reality. So how is one to find relief from this most pernicious disease? Perhaps I could curl up with a good book? (I’ve seen caterpillars do it, but did you ever see anyone actually curl up, much less with a good book?) I could read a few neglected novels about a dystopian America turned into a fascist state like Sinclair Lewis’ “It Can’t Happen Here,” Jack London’s “The Iron Heel” or Philip Roth’s “The Plot Against America.” Or I could just give up and read for the hundredth time Orwell’s “1984,” which is so frighteningly echoed in every reality-denying word of the Liar-in-Chief, “War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength,” or more precisely: Truth is Falsehood. Falsehood is Truth. Alas, reading these books is clearly no cure. Is there, however, a silver lining inside this obese cloud? Consider how much humor, cleverness and general creativity have been inspired by the LIC’s omnipresence namely a gargantuan supply of comic material for latenight hosts, stand-up acts and Saturday Night Live. And there are all those wonderful explosions of musical mockery ranging from Streisand singing “Who is that
Clown?” to Randy Rainbow’s encyclopedia of brilliant and biting song parodies (what will happen to Mr. Rainbow when the devil finally throws the LIC over his back and hauls him away?) to Andy Borowitz’s hourly satirical news announcements. And there’s even me with my timeless YouTube classics, “Jail to the Chief.” and “The Ballad of You-Know-Who” with its catchy refrain, “He’s not just a Baldfaced liar / He’s Bald!” (Apologies for shamelessly plugging my own genius.) I do get some hope from Mark Twain’s line, “Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand.” While not providing much comfort for me, the LIC has provided persistent opportunities for forgotten pundits to rise from the past. Consider the once boyish, now grizzled, John Dean and Carl Bernstein and the other surviving members of the Watergate cast. Another source of comfort is that the LIC is always available as a topic when conversation palls at awkward social gatherings. Someone can always be counted on to deliver a grave pronouncement laden with selfimportant expertise on the LIC’s latest outrage. On the other hand, how many friendships, live or digital, are abruptly terminated when seemingly sane individuals reveal that they are LIC supporters. I can put up with the online postings oozing over kittens and puppies more easily than postings praising the LIC, and I don’t like kittens or puppies at all. Which brings me to a final bit of selfmedication in face of The Big Question: “When will it all end?” The bulk of my waking hours are spent speculating about the final chapter for the Liar-in-Chief: 1. LIC is impeached by the House, convicted by the Senate and a relatively normal person assumes the presidency. 2. LIC is not only convicted but jailed. (A great favorite) 3. LIC loses the election and, after some time, civilization is restored. 4. LIC wins the election, becomes president-for-life, sets up a police state and jails anyone who made fun of his orange-ness, baldness and girth. 5. LIC is struck down by divine intervention in the form of a massive cardiac event following a lifetime of burgers and fries Ultimately, the anxiety and depression engendered by LIC Disease is slightly offset by the fact that the Liar-in-Chief’s reign has created a remarkably fertile environment for literary and artistic expression—just like Russia under the Tsars or the Soviet Union under Stalin.
The Liar-inChief is always available as a topic when conversation palls at awkward social gatherings.
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