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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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beloved annual tour, the stirring reenactment of the Christmas Day Battle of Trenton, winter concerts, “The Nutcracker,” a Christmas opera, and more combine to make the Capital City merry and bright this season. So check out the list and check it twice because the holidays are here. Trenton’s Mill Hill District’s 53rd annual tour opens its doors on Saturday, December 7, noon to 5 p.m. Between 15 to 20 residences in this 19th-century neighborhood participate by opening up their opulently decorated homes — with several stops taking visitors to another era. The event is organized by the Old Mill Hill Society as a way of generating funds for neighborhood historic preservation. Start at Artworks, 19 Everett Alley and South Stockton Street. $25. 609815-1359 or www.trentonmillhill.org The Old Barracks Museum’s British Occupation Day, December 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., once again sets the stage for the Battle of Trenton with the arrival of the 17th Regiment of Infantry — a Colonial-era British troop. The event invites 21st-century Americans to step back into the daily life of a Colonial-era British soldier. Activities include daily troop drills, musket demonstrations, outdoor camp cooking, and winter uniform preparation and repairs. The regiment was established in 2002 to bring the experiences of the common British soldiers alive — and in fighting condition. 101 Barrack Street. $8 to $10. 609396-1776 or www.barracks.org Boheme Opera of New Jersey highlights its connection to Trenton — where it was founded more than 31 years ago — with a presentation of “Amahl and the Night Visitors” at Immaculate Conception Church in
Trenton’s Chambersburg section on Saturday, December 7, 6 p.m. Gian Carlo Menotti’s 1951 Christmas opera of a disabled boy’s encounter with the Three Magi is noted for being the first opera created especially for national television broadcast. The Boheme production features young professionals working on various regional stages. Trenton native and company co-founder Joseph Pucciatti conducts the Boheme Opera NJ Chamber Orchestra and Chorus. Also on the program is Antonio Vivaldi’s sacred choral work “Gloria.” Immaculate Conception Church, 540 Chestnut Avenue. $25. www.bohemeopera.com Passage Theatre Company, Trenton’s only nonprofit professional theater, presents “Santaland Diaries” at the Mill Hill Playhouse on Saturday, December 14, 5 to 9 p.m. A holiday fundraiser to support Passage’s mission of producing new works, the event features playwright, actor, director, and former Passage Theater associate director David Lee Write in a presentation using David Sedaris’ accounts of working at a Macy’s Santaland. Passage’s artistic director, C. Ryanne Domingues, is the director. The event includes a reception, performance, and dessert. Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street. $50. 609-392-0766 or www.passagetheatre.org The Capital Singers of Trenton present “Winter Songs XIII” at Sacred Heart Church in Trenton on Sunday, December 8, at 4 p.m. Conductor Vinroy D. Brown Jr. leads the semiprofessional chorus and its accompanying orchestra through a program that includes classic songs, holiday carols, and music by Handel, Vivaldi, and others. Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad Street. $15 to $22. 609-6200160 or www.capitalsingers.org
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Princeton Pro Musica, another of the region’s musical treasures, presents the “Messiah and More” at Patriots Theater of the Trenton War Memorial, Sunday, December 15, 3 p.m. The concert directed by Ryan James Brandau includes the Christmas portion of Handel’s “Messiah” and Brandau’s arrangement “Joy to the World,” a suite of music featuring seasonal works by Bach, Handel, and others. Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive. $25 to $60. www.princetonpromusica.org The American Repertor y Ballet continues to bring its annual production of “The Nutcracker” to regional venues. Starting as the Princeton Regional Ballet, the company is currently marking its 56 years of presenting the ballet featuring Tchaikovsky’s colorful and moving score. The company concludes it “Nutcracker” presentations with another long-held tradition, a presentation at the elegant Trenton War Memorial Building on Saturday, December 21, at 2 p.m. Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive. $25 to $45. www.arballet.org Theoria, a quartet of four professional vocalists, performs an a cappella Christmas Eve service at the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Byzantine Catholic Church on Tuesday, December 24, at 8 p.m. Theoria specializes in Eastern European sacred music. It was founded by Andrew Skitko, a Westminster Choir College graduate who sings with the Opera of Philadelphia Chorus and Philadelphia Symphonic Choir and serves as Assumption’s cantor. Grand and Malone streets. Donation requested. www.avmbcc.org
Toy soldiers in ARB’s ‘Nutcracker,’ left, and the Theoria vocal quartet, above. Patriots Week returns to downtown Trenton on Thursday, December 26, with the biggest Revolutionary War re-enactment event anywhere. Continuing through December 31, the multi-day event includes tours of historic spots, camp reenactments, and the two-part Battle of Trenton, puppet theater performances, a Colonial-era ball, and more. While many events take place at or near the Old Barracks, one of the area’s historical treasures, the two recreated battles — featuring re-enactors with era uniforms and weaponry — take place on the actual sites of the original battles. Most events are free. www.patriotsweek.com The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey closes the year with its annual New Year’s Eve Celebration Concert at the Trenton War Memorial, Tuesday, December 31, at 8 p.m. Hosted by WWFM radio manager David Osenberg, the concert conducted by CPNJ music director Daniel Spalding mixes the tradition of welcoming the New Year with music from Vienna with music made popular by Hollywood, including “A James Bond Medley,” Gershwin’s “An American in Paris,” Richard Strauss’s opening of “Also Sparch Zarathustra,” made popular by “2001: A Space Odyssey,” and “Sing Sing Sing,” arranged by the late Trenton composer and arranger Bill Holcomb. Noted young organist Brett Miller provides a pre-concert show on the theater’s grand 1928 Moeller Theater Pipe Organ at 7:10 p.m. Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive. $45 to $75. www.capitalphilharmonic.org
Trenton Water Works safe water initiatives planned By Rob Anthes
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ecember will be a crucial month for Trenton Water Works, with two long-awaited, major initiatives starting before the end of 2019. First, on Tuesday, December 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. Orthophosphate does not get rid of lead, however, and merely masks the problem. The only way to ensure lead has been removed from the water is to eliminate lead from the system itself, which is where the second, larger TWW undertaking comes in. After nearly two years of advertising its service line replacement program, TWW will start replacing in Trenton in January. Service lines are the pipes that run from the curb to a home or business, connecting it to the TWW system. Currently, TWW estimates it will take five years and $200 million to replace 35,000 lead service lines in its service area. The start dates of both projects were first reported last month. But Trenton Water Works interim director Steven Picco provided more details during a November 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. Lead-in-water issues burst into the public consciousness in 2015 after dangerous water in Flint, Michigan, created a public health crisis the city
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continues to deal with today. has proved to be complex, with TWW Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora said needing to coordinate with customin his opening statement that Trenton ers, municipalities, and the state govnever had as many issues as Flint or ernment. Since not every home has a even Newark, which has dealt with its lead service line TWW had to identify own dangerous lead issue the last few where lead lines were likely based on years. “We are not Flint, and we aren’t the construction date of the buildings. Newark,” he said. It then had to convince property ownGusciora suggested Trenton gets ers to sign up for the voluntary prolumped into that group due to the gram. “politics of water,” and pointed to the Meanwhile, TWW had been going prominent role TWW played in the back and forth with the state DepartHamilton mayoral election this year. ment of Community Affairs on its plan Gusciora for the project. said testing has DCA required its Trenton Water Works’ shown Trenton’s approval on the water has met all before service line replacement program standards since TWW could go December, 2018, program will finally start ahead with work, with no exceedand the DCA rein January. ances in a year. jected a number The New Jersey of drafts before Department of recently approvEnvironmental Protection has issued ing one. TWW eight violations in 2019, with Picco said the order of work will only one having to do with the quality occur primarily based on a DEP priorof the water itself. (TWW lead testing ity list. TWW will first replace lines in for the second half of 2018 exceeded areas where many people have opted standards.) The eight violations would into the program, as well as areas with be TWW’s best year since 2016. a lot of children. Gusciora credited former TWW The delays have frustrated residirector Shing-Fu Hsueh for turning dents. Many signed up for the proaround the agency. Hsueh resigned gram in 2018, lured by TWW’s promfrom the role in September after 18 ise that its customers would pay no months on the job. more than $2,500 for the work. Such As for why the issues existed in the a repair often costs twice that amount. first place, Gusciora attributed many Since then, TWW has secured a of TWW’s problems to the age of the deal with the New Jersey Infrastrucsystem itself. ture Bank (NJIB) that would limit con“Trenton is the second oldest water utility in the nation, so we do have old pipes, and we recognize that,” Gusciora said. TWW introduced the concept of a service line replacement program in 2018 as a way to deal with the old lead pipes in its system. The program Phone: (609) 396-1511 Fax: (609) 844-0180 Website: communitynews.org
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Sprout U: The stage as a classroom from McCarter and beyond To Miller-Winrow, who is completely hands-on, down to driving the students back and forth to rehearsals, everything is a learning experience, and part of her role is she is to give Sprout students the opportunities. “When you help them succeed, you have to be there 365 days,” she says. Students at the school, based in North Trenton, tread not only on area stages, but in the City of Trenton and the region itself. The concept of classrooms without walls extends to the Trenton Public Library and some programs at the College of New Jersey. “Experience is everything,” said Miller-Winrow. “We have to show students that other places exist, places they can get to on their own with public transportation. They are learning the world around them.” The tireless Miller-Winrow is always pursuing new opportunities. Departing from the Trenton Transit Center, Sprout students traveled to the Juilliard School, a New York City performing arts conservatory, last spring. And thanks to an anonymous donor, 19 students flew to the Korean Cultural Center in Los Angeles and made it to the second round of a competitive K-pop (Korean pop) dance festival. Korean culture and language are taught at the school. Several students recently returned from a late Septem-
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hen Princeton’s McCarter Theater comes alive with the sights and sounds of “A Christmas Carol,” five young students from Trenton’s Sprout U School of the Arts will be on the stage. Sprout’s participation in the seasonal favorite allows its students to hone their acting skills in the community ensemble and other roles and imbues the production with an expansive community spirit. Seeing her students through auditions, callbacks, and casting is routine for Sprout director Danielle MillerWinrow. But she believes that the community acting emphasis at Sprout helps students with confidence, presentation skills and focus. This past September she took 17 Sprout students to audition at McCarter, as she has taken a number of students since 2015. Ten excited students were called back and in addition to the five in the children’s ensemble and a ninth grader in the community ensemble, several are assigned named roles including Sprout teacher Chandler Miller as Christmas Present. “They yelled, they screamed, there were some tears,” Miller-Winrow says of the students when she told them. (The Dickens classic, adapted by David Thompson and directed by Adam
Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora with Sprout U School of the Arts director Danielle Miller-Winrow. Immerwahr, will be performed December 10 through 29.) This is not a once-a-year seasonal event for Sprout, however. Throughout the year Sprout students are wellrepresented on additional local stages and beyond. Six were in the ensemble of Tim Rice’s and Andrew Lloyd Web-
ber’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” presented by the Yardley Players in November at Kelsey Theater on the campus of Mercer County Community College. The next audition is for Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” presented by Tomato Patch Workshops.
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ber trip to an Annandale, Virginia, Ko- “all in” personality, ended up with 40 infants and toddlers. rean festival. Later she ran a day care in Trenton, “Some had never been out of Trenton,” says Miller-Winrow, recalling where her husband was able to take how some students were awed look- care of his parents. Her day care cening out the plane window on the way ter, she says, was different because it had a curriculum. She began Sprout to Los Angeles. While new performing arts experi- in 2008, and her husband was her ences are part of Sprout’s mission, biggest supporter, a best friend who Sprout is bustling on a daily basis. “breathed and lived Sprout.” In 2014 Youngsters with the requisite yellow she was widowed. “I wasn’t sure I shirts and navy skirts or pants dot the wanted to continue the journey,” she hallways of the school building at East recalls. “I still look for guidance from Paul Street. The youngest “students” him.” are in day care at six weeks, and the ut with the support of other teacholdest are in high school. Currently ers, she continued. “I found solace there are 100 students, 22 of them kindergartners. Sprout uses a home in the classroom. I needed to be with school curriculum (“and the world”), children.” which is academic, using “the strength The school became a private school of the arts to engage students,” Miller- in 2011, and in 2018 she and others Winrow says. Sprout has community began to more vigorously market partners, like Artworks, which sends Sprout. Many students are referred, in an artist to the lower grades. Mid- and there is a good word of mouth in dle school students spend time at Art- Trenton, she says. works itself. High schoolers learn art Miller-Winrow, 53, grew up in Trenhistory there. ton and Lawrenceville, a graduate of Dance is taught by Trenton dancer, Lawrence High School, where she choreographer, worked behind and teacher Nathe scenes in the thaniel Turner. theater program. While new performing Miller-Winrow’s Her mother, Diaunt, Sarah ane, who works arts experiences are Dash, a singer in the Sprout part of Sprout’s mission, office, worked and actress, conducts vocals. The in finance, but Sprout is bustling on a school offers rewanted to be an ligious studies, educator and daily basis. math, science, had worked in a French, Korean, pre-school. Her and Latin. The father was a busischool nurse teaches health and well- nessman and an ordained pastor who ness. The curriculum follows the state directed a senior center in Baltimore, common core standards, says Miller- Maryland. She said he is planning to Winrow. help with the school, possibly connectThe school started small putting on ing youngsters with senior citizens. some Broadway shows and revues. St. This is the first year Sprout has James Catholic Church allowed use of what she refers to as a “hybrid high its building, from which it now leases school,” where the students study space. The roots of Sprout go back to partially online, partially in the class1988 in Columbia, Maryland, where room, and partially at area sites. They Miller-Winrow lived with her late hus- have learned history at the Old Barband, who was a nuclear engineer and racks Museum and completed a garentrepreneur. There she substituted dening project at the governor’s manfor a daycare provider and earned a sion, Drumthwacket, in Princeton. certification from a community col- Students also have worked with the lege. She started her own day care Trenton Circus Squad for a perforwith four children, and, typical of her mance of the musical “Tarzan” and
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Sprout U students in the classroom, left, and in performance. used resources at the library and Mercer County Community College. Miller-Winrow is searching for more resources, as she dreams of having her own children’s theater and dormitories for students. Sprout’s fees are on a sliding scale, at $5,780 a year and $110 a week. Other community partners help with program like a food drive for families. “There is school choice between public and charter and private,” Miller-Winrow explains. “We don’t turn away anyone. I do everything from the heart.” Miller-Winrow’s heart was in a re-
cent Sprout U audition at the famed Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York City. The group took a 4:57 a.m. train from Trenton, and their choreographer was in New York to get a spot in the audition line. They competed at night on October 9 and came very close but did not win. “They are competitive, but experience trumps all,” she says. “I tell them, if it doesn’t happen, we are going to keep going. There will be other experiences.” Sprout U School of the Arts, 27 East Paul Avenue. 609-989-0269 www. sproutuschoolofthearts.org
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A Patriots Week invitation to the ye olde dance By Susan Van Dongen
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ince my married name is ‘Dupre’ — French of course — my backstory is that my husband was the dance master when we came to the Colonies, but he got sick and died, so I took over from him,” says reenactor Sue Dupre about the Colonial character she created to call the dance at the annual Patriots Week Colonial Ball, set for Friday, December 27, at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple on Barrack Street. Apparently, being a female dance master was unheard of in the 18th and 19th centuries. Dupre has researched and participated in historic dancing for decades and has found zero references to women in such positions in those times, so her character is revolutionary. In addition to teaching, Dupre has been calling contra, square, and English country dances for more than 30 years. The caller is the person who calls or guides dancers through their steps in a colorful and rhythmic banter. The ball, of course, is just one of the numerous events of Patriots Week, which runs Thursday, December 26, through Tuesday, December 31, throughout downtown Trenton. But it the most elegant and provides attendees the chance to mingle with the “soldiers” of the Battle of Trenton reenactment and learn their favorite dance steps. Dancers and non-dancers are invited, and though dressy attire is preferred (and period costume is adored), you don’t have to wear breeches or a bustle to participate. A Lawrenceville resident, Dupre will be outfitted as an 18th-century upper middle class woman, beautifully but sensibly attired, in an ankle-length gown so students can see her feet and follow her footwork. Her activities with the Colonial Ball grew out of an 18th-century reenactment event in New Hope, called the Coryell Ferry Militia Christmas Ball, where Dupre called the dances for about 10 years. “People who knew me from that event recommended me to the Old Barracks for a few events, including the 250th anniversary celebration,” she says. “Gradually, after Patriots Week became established, I’ve become the dance master for the ball.” For the event Dupre usually plans a repertoire of period dances, appropriate for the late 18th century, but adapted because some of the figures — detailed moves within the dance — are difficult for novices to pick up. “I want participants to dance and enjoy and not fail,” she says. “So for some of the dances, I will take out a figure and replace it with something simpler. The dances are all period appropriate but they are not exact.”
The annual Colonial Ball takes place December 27 at the Masonic Temple. Before the dancing begins Dupre dancing masters, but people still liked will explain how partners hold hands, to dance, so they kept it alive among what the calling words mean, what to themselves,” she continues. “They remembered some of the (English-style) do with your feet, etc. “I do explain this, but it’s a lot to take moves, but the figures got simpler and in, especially once the music starts music got faster. ‘Contra’ dancing replaying,” she says. “There are usually fers to this kind of American dancing 150 to 200 people at the ball, and some in the early to mid-19th century.” Growing up in central Ohio, young are reenactors who dance regularly, but the majority may only dance once Sue didn’t imagine that she would someday dress a year. So I have up in period garb to keep in mind Dupre wants the curious to teach and call accommodating historic dancing. that larger bunch to understand that you There was of people.” Dupre wants don’t need to study and very little dancing and singing the curious to know traditional dance in her home, but understand that Dupre loved to you don’t need to to come to the ball — go outside under study and know the stars by hertraditional dance just bring your feet. self and dance to come to the and whirl in the ball — just bring your feet and your curiosity. And buy dark to the music of her imagination. She says her father had a steady facyour tickets in advance — the event regularly sells out and no tickets are tory job with Westinghouse, while her mother worked in retail in a variety of sold at the door. English country dancing was popu- department stores, and that they were lar from the end of the 16th century always encouraging of her precocious love for science. into the early 19th century. “That was its heyday: Jane Austen orn in 1951, Dupre describes herwrites about it, for example, and it was self as someone who read about what most middle and upper class people did socially through the 17th and Sputnik in the “Weekly Reader,” 18th centuries,” she says. “English zeroed in on the quote that “America colonists brought their dancing to the needs scientists” and decided in first Colonies, and contra dancing is what grade, “that’s it, I’ll be a scientist. My evolved from those dances.” parents were really smart people who She says wealthier early Americans wished they could have gone to colhad professional dancing masters to lege, so they were very supportive of come to their homes and teach private me,” Dupre says. lessons. For the middle class there Dupre went to Northeastern Uniwere itinerant dancing masters who versity in Boston, earning a B.S. in traveled around, setting up in a city or physics in 1974. She then got her town, hiring space at a local public hall M.S. from Purdue in 1977, majoring in and giving instructions there. bionucleonics with a specialization in “The traveling dance master might health physics. stay for a few weeks,” Dupre says. Dupre brought her specialized “Young people would come to dances knowledge to central New Jersey to learn, and at the end of the ‘semes- when she became assistant radiation ter,’ they would have a ball.” safety officer at Princeton University “After the United States gained in- in 1978. She retired as senior radiation dependence there were not so many safety officer in 2017.
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She first encountered historic dancing at a concert in Boston featuring music and dance from the Renaissance and was immediately captivated with the art form. “I married my husband halfway through (studies in Boston), so we could go as students and watch dance concerts,” she recalls. “I had never danced before, but that’s what spoke to me.” When the couple arrived in Princeton, Dupre sought out opportunities for period dance and found a regular group that specialized in Scottish country dancing. “We had been in Princeton for a year or two, but we had no idea how to meet people,” she says. “I found Scottish country dancing on campus, so I tried it out and it was like being hit by a thunderbolt. I was wildly excited about it.” But, she adds, “I was terrible at first. My feet got all tangled up in each other, but I was so happy with the experience. From that point on I would sit at work with music in my head, and I couldn’t wait for the weekend to come so I could dance again.” Her new hobby blossomed into an actual side gig, and Dupre found herself as a featured performer at various dance festivals. She also became a staff member at week-long dance camp in Kentucky, Massachusetts, and California. Her husband, Bob, a retired software engineer, also caught dance fever after experiencing his first historic dance years ago. “He’s as passionate about it as I am,” Dupre says. “He’s more of a singer now, though, and sings professionally in a duo called Liberty Tree, who specialize in 18th-century song, music, and stories.” In addition to Colonial-era events, Dupre calls at barn dances, hoedowns, and reenactor events from the Medieval, Elizabethan, Civil War, and Victorian eras. She can even lead a good old-fashioned Maypole dance. But the Colonial Ball holds a distinctive place on Dupre’s dance card, and there are numerous reasons its hosts engage her teaching and calling talents each year. “I believe it’s because the dancers like the repertoire I use, and the clarity and ease with which I teach the dances, as well as my energy and enthusiasm,” Dupre says. “Also, I never forgot what it’s like to be a beginner at dancing, and that’s one of the things that makes me good at this.” Colonial Ball, Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. Friday, December 27, 7 to 10 p.m. $25, $20 for Old Barracks members. www.barracks.org Patriots Week. Thursday, December 26, through Tuesday, December 31. www.patriotsweek.com
Covering the capital city in the latest fashion 1980s and 1990s include consulting with Disney to help create the comomething new is in the air — or puter graphics for the groundbreakEthernet — thanks to Trenton’s ing ballroom scene in “Beauty and the Beast.” Animation fans might also Frank and Christina Sasso. The married couple are podcasters, be familiar with his work on the “Ren and their show, “Trenton Waves,” is & Stimpy” cartoon for Nickelodeon. part of a growing podcast empire es- Sasso was the chief remote penciler tablished by Frank and run out of a for Stimpy, handling “overflow” cells studio at the Base Camp Trenton co- from the main studio. “Whenever I go to a trade show, ‘Ren and Stimpy’ fans working space on East Front Street. Frank Sasso got his start in pod- are very identifiable not only by sight casting in 2010 with the “Who’s Your but by smell,” he says. The Trenton City Museum recently Daddy GODcast,” a freewheeling roundtable discussion of religious is- hosted “An Animated Evening with sues. “It’s a Bible study kind of thing Frank Sasso of the Ren and Stimpy Show,” where he shared stories of his but with attitude,” Sasso says. At the time he started it, Sasso was time in the industry. He is also workworking a temporary job at an insur- ing on a new animated series called ance agency and found himself want- “Legends of Valdoria.” Sasso grew ing something to up in New York, listen to while he where his father worked at repeti- Sasso’s podcast, ‘Trenton worked for the tive tasks. “There Waves,’ features Q&A post office and wasn’t a show his mother was a out there that I session with Trenton matron on a bus wanted to listen personalities. for special needs to, so I thought, children. His why not just creNYC roots (and ate the kind of show I wanted to listen to.” The pod- accent) are why the New Pod City cast is still going and nearing its 10th logo touts “a new breed of podcastah.” Sasso is a believer in Trenton’s poanniversary. In February Sasso launched a new tential for revitalization. “There are podcast called “Trenton Waves,” so many things going on in Trenton, which consists of short Q&A sessions you can’t do them all,” he says. “But with Trenton personalities. The first people don’t know about it. They just episode featured Mayor Reed Guscio- read about gangs. Gangs? This place ra. A recent episode was an interview is like Mayberry,” he says. In addition to offering podcasting with Vont Leak, an 18-year-old who has just launched his own podcast coaching, Sasso has some general advice for aspiring podcasters. “We are called “Stay Woke.” But Sasso’s company, New Pod City, living in a golden age of open comis not just about producing his own munication,” he says. “All you have shows. He also sells services to other to do is start talking and you can have podcasters including hosting, coach- hundreds if not thousands of people ing, celebrity impressions, artwork, listening. Podcasting is in its infancy. and social media posting. He charges We haven’t even scratched the surface $70 for two hours of studio time. He of what’s possible.” But to start that scratching, considsays his is the only podcasting hosting er Sasso’s thoughts on the following: service in New Jersey. Sasso has led an eclectic career in The six month rule: Always have the arts and business. He says some three months of expenses in the bank. of his more recognizable gigs in the After that, then if you can live off the
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income of your podcast or other creative project for six months without touching your paycheck, then and only then should you quit your day job. Consistency: If you commit to a weekly schedule, you had better make sure the show is up on the same day every week. Late shows will cause an audience to dwindle. Show engagement: Interact with listeners, and do things like read letters on the air to show that you have genuine audience engagement. Otherwise any listenership numbers you claim will be questionable to anyone who wants to sponsor your podcast. After establishing an audience, there are four main ways to make money from a podcast. “There is an insane amount of money that can be made out there for sitting there and talking, which you were going to do anyway,” Sasso says: Sponsorships: Essentially this means getting companies to advertise on your podcast. Merchandise: Selling merchandise can be a big money maker, especially with a highly engaged fan base. Events: Live podcast recordings and selling tickets to public appear-
New Pod City founder Frank Sasso. ances are another great way to make money from a large audience. Donations: Many podcasts ask their audiences to support them directly. One popular model is to release one “bonus” episode for every regular episode that is accessible to those who support the artist using a crowdfunding platform such as Patreon. New Pod City, 247 East Front Street. www.newpodcity.com
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othing brings the past and present together than remembering traditions. And Trenton, with its long history, has a history of recipes used for the holiday. Once again the Trenton Downtowner remembers some of those traditions and offers two very “spirted” concoctions found in “Simply Heavenly Recipes,” a cookbook created by the All Saints Guild of Trinity Church, Trenton, circa 1960. Enjoy.
Mrs. Gary Canion’s Christmas Pudding 6 oz. Currants 6 oz. Sultanas or blond raisins 12 oz. Dark Raisins 4 oz. Candied Peel ¼ lb. flour ½ lb. ground suet (or pudding related substitute) ½ lb. Brown sugar 1 ½ tsp. Salt 1 ½ tsp. Grated nutmeg 1 tsp. Allspice 1 tsp. Ground cinnamon Grated rind 2 lemons Grated rind 2 oranges 4 eggs 1 wine glass of brandy (approximately) Wash and pick over currants and raisins, if necessary chop peel. Put
all ingredients into a large bowl, mix thoroughly with the well-beaten eggs and enough brandy to moisten the whole. Pour into well-greased pudding basins; cover with greased wax paper. Then cover bowl tightly with foil or pudding cloth. Boil or steam for about 8 hours. This can be done on two consecutive days. Cool and then replace foil and refrigerate. To serve: Steam or boil for about 3 hours. Turn onto platter. Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of brandy over pudding and set afire for a pretty spectacle. Serve with brandy sauce or hot custard. Note: A Christmas pudding should, if possible, be made at least a month before it is to be eaten so it can mature. They are even better if kept longer than this, up to a year.
John Stanley Baky’s Holiday Punch 12 bottles (10 oz. size) Wink (a citrusflavored Canada Dry beverage ) 12 Giggers of gin ½ gal. Orange ice (or orange ice cream or sherbet) Decorate your biggest and nicest punch bowl with a rim of artificial holly or poinsettias. Pour Wink and gin over orange ice in bowl. Makes 24 light frothy drinks.
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CAPITAL AREA YMCA FOR A BETTER US Serving Ewing, Lawrence and Trenton
Happy Holidays from the
CAPITAL AREA YMCA "On behalf of the Capital YMCA I want to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas, a joyous Holiday Season and ’ Happy New Year. THANK YOU to our members and volunteers for being a member of our Y family.” – Sam Frisby, CEO
It’s Christmas Time “Christmas at the Capital Area YMCA” Wednesday, December 11, 2019 6:30-8:30 pm Take Your Own Photos With Santa Holiday Music And Crafts Refreshments Giveaways!
Capital Area YMCA
Christmas show: “Y...Because It’s Christmas Again” Saturday, December 14, 2019: 2pm-4pm
Open to the public – a family friendly event. Limited seating – purchase tickets early! Cost $2 per person/$1 (8 and under) (purchased in advance at Welcome Center) $3 per person/$2 (8 and under) at door (Program includes dance, music, singing, a skit, and more Christmas Joy! Come and celebrate the holiday season with us!
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After School Program Still Enrolling for the ’19-’20 school year
Winter Youth Programs Basketball Camp
School Age Child Care is available at our main facility at 431 Pennington.
Take your basketball skills to the Capital Area Y’s hardwood this winter!
$290 per month, due 25th of the preceeding month. $35 registration fee. The program is open to all and financial assistance is available.
We will hone your athletic abilities with clinic sessions in the morning and friendly scrimmages in the afternoon. Program includes lunch and snack!
For more information, please contact Yvonne Diaz at at 609 599 9622 ext. 208 or email ydiaz@capitalymca.org y
Thursday, December 26 Friday, December 27 and Monday, December 30
School transportation available (subject to minimum of 3 students enrolled per school): Columbus Elementary STEM Civics Charter Gregory Elementary Foundation Academy
Boys and Girls ages 6 to 14 Day Camp 9:00 am to 4:30 pm | Fee $90 YMCA members and $105 non-members. Extend your child’s day camp for only $15! 8:00-9:00 am and 4:30-6:00 pm For more information contact Jeff at 609.599.9622, ext. 303
MLK Academy Monument Elementary School Village Charter School
Joyce Kilmer School
Summer Camp 2020
THERE’S NOTHING LIKE CAMP YMCA AT RIDER 2020 Plan ahead for a great Summer! June 24 - Aug. 21
Camp Hours: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm www.yridercamp.org | 609-599-9622, ext 303 SPECIAL OFFER • Register between Jan. 1 - March 31 Price will be $215/weekly! After April 1st the price will be $245/weekly (Lunch is included; Rates Include Before/After Care) Registration Fee: $35 10% discount each additional child. All fees, early bird registration payments and deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. at jhirschman@capitalymca.org or 609-599-9622, ext. 303 . For more information, contact
PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP Capital Area YMCA Preschool Center is now accepting applications for the 2020 Preschool Summer Camp. Our Summer Program offers more than a summer camp!
Now Accepting Applications! June 24th August 21st
Preschool Summer Camp - ages 2½ to 5 Nutritional Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Long Hours of Care: 7:30am-5:00pm Financial Aid available for eligible participants
Affordable Fees: $160.00/Week (Subsidies Accepted) Tennis, Swimming, Legos and more… no extra charge Field Trips (extra fees apply)
Contact the Capital Area YMCA Preschool Program for details. (609) 599-9622 >> Pennington Site Ext. 210, 213, or 209 >> Prospect Site Ext. 210 or 209, or contact Ms. Leanne at (609) 394-1701 lalexandrini@capitalymca.org .
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Lawrence Youth Classes
Trenton Youth Classes
Starts Monday, January 6 • 8 weeks • Grades K-6 NEW LOCATION - NEW CLASSES!!! Lawrence Presbyterian Church 2688 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville
Starts Tuesday, January 7 • 8 weeks • All programs at the Capital Area YMCA, 431 Pennington Ave
Monday - Youth Basketball Junior Clinic - Grades K-2: 6:00-6:45pm Intermediate Clinic - Grades 3 - 6: 6:45-7:30pm Our basketball clinic is designed to develop fundamental basketball skills while learning teamwork, strategy and sportsmanship. Children will learn basketball rules, shooting, passing and ball handling. they will learn offensive and defensive skills like rebounding and team play. $65 members; $85 non-members, starts January 6th and runs for 8 weeks. Location: Lawrence Presbyterian Church.
Monday - Hidden Talent Young Artists Grades K-2: 6:00-6:45pm Grades 3 - 6: 6:45-7:30pm This class is a hands-on art class. we’ll discover art and learn the necessary skills to excel in various mediums such as painting, drawing, cartooning and more. Lawrence Presbyterian $75 members; $95 non-members, Church starts January 6th and runs for 8 weeks.
Mart ial Arts
(Non-member fees below include Youth Program Membership)
Tuesday - Youth Basketball Junior Clinic ages 6-9 • 6:00-7:00 pm Intermediate Clinic ages 10-14 • 7:00-8:00 pm Our basketball clinic is designed to develop fundamental basketball skills while learning, teamwork, strategy and sportsmanship. Children will learn basketball rules, shooting, passing and ball handling. They will also learn offensive and defensive skills like rebounding, and team play. $40 members & $60 non-members. Starts January 7th and runs 8 wks.
Tuesday - Little Picassos’ Art Class Ages 6-9 Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm Art activities are a great way for students of all ages to express themselves creatively. This class is designed to enhance and bring out the true artist within. Our main project will be a self portrait. Come ready to Create. $35 members and $45 non-members.
Weekly - Who Runs the World?-GIRLS Grades 7 to 11 6:30-7:30 pm This program runs 2 days per week and will touch on topics such as relationships, puberty, depression/stress, future plans and more. We will be creating a safe and comfortable environment for young giris wishing to improve their physical and mental wellness. Fee: $10 per week - meeting 2 times per week
Thursday - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Ages 6-9 • Thursday 6:007:00 pm and Ages 10-14 • Thursday 7:00-8:00 pm
Ongoing • Monday and Thursday The Capital Area YMCA and Red Dragon Karate INTRO TO MARTIAL ARTS FITNESS Our Karate Program will help instill values in your children and help them do better in school, work, life and at home. Ages 4-10 years 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm Ages 11 & up 7:00 pm to 7:50 pm
First Week Free for new participants
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$35/month for facility members | $55/month for program members
This clinic is designed for boys and girls who are ready to learn lacrosse or take their skills to the next level in the off-season. No prior experience is necessary. We reinforce the basic skills of catching, throwing, cradling, ground ball pick-ups, dodging, shooting, and defensive stick work fun! Participants are grouped by grade level, and where appropriate, by ability level. $40 members and $60 non-members.
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The Y Feeds Kids!
Group Exercise Classes
Does your program already offer great enrichment activities but the kids are always hungry?
ness classes that will help increase cardiovascular
Free Healthy Meals for Kids Capital Area YMCA can sponsor your program to receive free healthy meals for kids and reduce your program costs. Summer Program: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Dinner Available Delicious hot and cold menu items
Feeding the spirit, mind, and body – let’s end child hunger together. For more information please contact: Food Access Department, Khadijah McQueen kmcqueen@capitalymca.org • (609) 599-9622 ext. 202
muscle, reduce stress and burn calories.
All classes are FREE to YMCA Full Facility Members. Each class routine varies in order to reduce predictability and keep our members motivated – fun, power packed, easy to follow and group exercise questions, please contact Renee Riddle-Davison at rdavison@capitalymca.org. or call 609.599.9622, ext. 205 Program and Non-Members may participate in group exercise classes for a $10 guest pass fee. For class schedules and descriptions visit our website www.capitalymca.org (select Programs >> Fitness) or download our Capital Area YMCA app!
Coming January 2020: MOSSA
Holiday Hours Day before Christmas Eve through New Years Day December 23rd-25th - Closed December 26th-27th - Open December 28th-29th - Closed December 30th - Open December 31st-January 1st - Closed January 2nd - Open Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday!
MOSSA, "Move Together" and "Condition Together" Both of these programs are for the "Health Seeker" Condition Together and "Move Together" are 30 minute exercise classes perfect for the busy exerciser. Contact Fitness Director, Renee Riddle-Davison 609-599-9622 ext. 205 for more information.
For Youth Development. For Healthy Living. For Social Responsibility. Capital Area YMCA 431 Pennington Ave. • Trenton , NJ 08618 359 Pennington Ave. • Trenton , NJ 08618 www.capitalymca.org • 609.599.9622 Serving Ewing, Lawrence and Trenton 14CAPITAL AREA YMCA
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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 | Trenton Downtowner 15
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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.
RESOURCES:
www.njquitline.org or call 1.866.NJSTOPS (657.8677)
SCHEDULE YOUR LUNG SCREENING TODAY! Call our navigator at 1.844.303.LUNG (5864) or visit capitalhealth.org/lungct to learn more.
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.” 16Trenton Downtowner | 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.”
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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.
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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 | Trenton Downtowner 17
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 18Trenton Downtowner | 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.
Your weekly guide to Trenton Arts and Culture PATRIOTSWEEK.COM LAUNCHES TO SHOWCASE ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF TRENTON NEW JERSEY’S PIVOTAL ROLE IN THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION From December 26-31, 2019 Tri-State Area Holiday Visitors Will Take Part in Over 50 Immersive, Family-Friendly Activities Commemorating America’s Rich History in the Region. As in previous years, events take place in New Jersey’s Capital City Region of Trenton in the days after Christmas to commemorate events surrounding George Washington’s 1776 epic sneak holiday attack and the 10 crucial days that turned the tide of the American Revolution. Visit patriotsweek.com for more information and a full schedule of events.
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Eric Mintel Quartet, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. Vince Guaraldi/ Charlie Brown Christmas. $20. 2 p.m. Planetarium ShowsLaser Holiday Magic, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, 609-292-6464. www.statemuseum.nj.gov. Seasons of Light at noon, One World One Sky at 1 p.m., Laser Holiday Magic at 2 p.m., and Tales of the Mayan Skies at 3 p.m. Planetarium laser show. $5$7. Noon.
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Murder in the 4-O, James Kerney Campus Gallery, Trenton Hall, Mercer County Community College, 137 N. Broad Street. www. mccc.edu. Exhibit of work by photojournalist Edwin J. Torres. Opening recep�on and ar�st talk. Exhibit runs through January 20, 2020. 5 p.m. Mama Monday: Feeding Your New Baby, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, 609-392-7188. www.trentonlib.org. Tips on safely feeding and recognizing baby’s cue for feeding. Register. 10 a.m. Art Chill Night, Championship Bar, 931 Chambers Street. www.championshipbartrenton. com. Crayons and drinks. Art supplies provided. Every Monday. 8 p.m.
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Open Mic Night, Trenton Social, 449 South Broad Street. www.facebook.com/trentonsocial. Hosted by Sean Ladden and Kyle Walter, 8 p.m. Microso� Clinic, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, 609-392-7188. www. trentonlib.org. Free. Register. 1 p.m.
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Country Line Dancing Class, Cooper’s Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, 609-393-7300. www.coopersnj.com. $10. Every Wednesday. 7 p.m. Dick Gra�on, Trenton Social, 449 S. Broad Street, 609-989-7777. Solo jazz guitar. 6 p.m.
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Blues Jam, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $5. 6 p.m.
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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas ..., Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-5703333. www.kelseyatmccc.org. Musical adapta�on of Clement Moore’s famous poem. Also December 7 and 8. 7 p.m. State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, 609-8473150. www.njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebra�ng the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, �lework, pain�ngs, and sculptures. Reserva�ons required. 1:30 p.m. Dick Gra�on and Linda Lee, Hamilton Township Christmas Show, Kuser Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue. 5 p.m. Trenton Children’s Chorus, Sacred Heart Church, 343 S. Broad Street, 609-278-0822. www.trentonchildrenschorus.org. Winter concert. 6:30 p.m. Chip Mergo�, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary. org. Acous�c guitar Christmas. $20. 8 p.m. Greens Sale and Open House, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, 609-989-
3027. Undecorated greens or wreaths and table arrangements created by the Garden Club of Trenton. Also December 7. Noon.
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Pearl Harbor Day. Amahl and the Night Visitors, Boheme Opera NJ, Immaculate Concep�on Church-Our Lady of the Angels Parish, 540 Chestnut Avenue. www.amahl-trenton.brownpaper�ckets.com. $25. 6 p.m. Clipper Erickson and Rise Kagan Erickson, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. Piano/ handbell event. $15-$20. 8 p.m. Lee Smith, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $15, $10 drink minimum. 3:30 p.m. The Garden Statesman, No�ngham Ballroom, No�ngham Fire Company, 200 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square. www.gar-
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denstatesmen.org. “A Very Merry Garden Statesman Holiday Dessert Show.” $15-$20. 2 p.m. Open Mic Night, Starbucks, 102 South Warren Street. Music, spoken word, poetry, comedy, storytelling, and more. 3 p.m. Bridge�e & Sco� Johnson, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. “Let’s Duet for the Holidays.” $20. 2 p.m. The Prac��oners of Musick, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, 609-9893027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. “Caledonia,” music by Sco�sh masters. $10. 2 p.m. Bri�sh Occupa�on Day, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, 609-396-1776. www. barracks.org. Reenactment and demonstra�ons. 10 a.m. Secret City: The Mill Hill Holiday House Tour, The Old Mill Hill Society, ArtWorks, 19 Evere� Alley, 609-902-3271. www.trentonmillhill.org. $25. Noon.
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Breakfast with Santa, St. Francis Medical Center, 601 Hamilton Avenue, 609-599-565. $5. 8:30 a.m. Cathedral Day, Friends of Trinity Cathedral, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 W. State Street, 609-392-3805, ext. 100. Performances by the Princeton Girlchoir and Princeton Boychoir, scavenger hunt, historical tours, recep�on by Tea for All. Free. 3 p.m. Holiday Bou�que, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, 609-989-3632. www.ellarslie.org. Hand-cra�ed jewelry, original art, ceramics, wood designs, clothing and accessories, Trenton memorabilia and an�ques. Noon to 5 p.m.
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Flamenco Dancing and Music, Malaga Restaurant, 511 Lalor Street, 609-396-8878. www.malagarestaurant.com. Monthly diner with flamenco music and dancing by Flamenco Flavor. Entertainment cover charge $10 to $12 added to your dinner bill. Reserva�ons strongly suggested. Sea�ngs begin at 5 p.m. Presenta�ons finished by 8:30 p.m. Call for exact performance �me. 5 p.m. The Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad Street, 609-4342781. www.capitalsingers.org. “Winter Songs XIII - Moods of Christmas.” $22. 4 p.m. Dick Gra�on, Dog & Bull Brew House, 810 Bristol Pike, Croydon PA, 215-788-2855. 11 a.m. Hopewell Valley Pops Orchestra, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. $20. 3 p.m. Glassbrook Vocal Ensemble and the Princeton Girlchoir, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary. org. “Love Came Down.” $25. 6:30 p.m. St.Nikolausfeier, Donauschwaben Verein Trenton, 127 Route 156, Yardville, 609-577-6714. www.trentondonauschwaben.com. Tradi�onal Carols and a visit from Santa Claus. $15. Register. 1 p.m. Holiday Bou�que, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, 609-989-3632. www.ellarslie.org. Hand-cra�ed jewelry, original art, ceramics, wood designs, clothing and accessories, Trenton memorabilia and an�ques. Noon to 5 p.m.
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A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. Through December 29. 7:30 p.m. Open Mic Night, Trenton Social, 449 South Broad Street. Hosted by Sean Ladden and Kyle Walter. 8 p.m. Volunteer Informa�on Session, LifeTies, 1901 N. Olden Avenue, Ewing, 609-671-0040. Informa�on on mentoring Mercer County youths. 5:30 p.m.
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The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseyatmccc.org. Classic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s score, abridged and fully narrated. Also December 14 and 15. 7 p.m. State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, 609-8473150. www.njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebra�ng the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, �lework, pain�ngs, and sculptures. Reserva�ons required. 1:30 p.m. Jay Daniels, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary. org. “Simply Timeless” holiday sing-along. $20. 8 p.m. Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale, The Sisterhood of St. Josaphat’s Ukranian Catholic Church, 1195 Deutz Avenue, 609-585-7863 or 609-499-1029. Accep�ng orders for pierogis, stuffed cabbage, Christmas cookies, poppyseed, nut or fruit rolls un�l Nov. 30. Noon. Group Show Opening Recep�on, BSB Gallery, 143 East State Street, Suite 4, 609-5993268. www.bsbgallery.com. Invita�onal show through January 4. Free. 5 p.m.
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A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. The annual tradi�on of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Riverview Early Music, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. “Medieval and Renaissance Christmas.” $20. 2 p.m. Jerry Weldon, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $15, $10 drink minimum. 3:30 p.m. Open Mic Night, Starbucks, 102 South Warren Street. Music, spoken word, poetry, comedy, storytelling, and more. 3 p.m.
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Central Jersey Choral Society, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. Handel’s “Messiah” community sing. $10. 7 p.m.
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Holiday Concert, Princeton Pro Musica, Patriots Theater, 1 Memorial Drive, 609-6835122. www.princetonpromusica.org. The Trenton Children’s Chorus joins for a performance of Handel’s “Messiah,” as well as a suite of carols and holiday songs. Register. 3 p.m. Bucks County Women’s Chorus, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. “Holiday Journeys.” Dona�on. 3 p.m.
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Open Mic Night, Trenton Social, 449 South Broad Street. www.facebook.com/trentonsocial. Hosted by Sean Ladden and Kyle Walter. 8 p.m.
TAACC Poetry Open Mic, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. Poetry readings hosted by Todd Evans. Free. 6 p.m. Blues Jam, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $5. 6 p.m.
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State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, 609-8473150. www.njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebra�ng the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, �lework, pain�ngs, and sculptures. Reserva�ons required. 1:30 p.m.
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MERCER COUNTY 2019-2020 MERCER COUNTY MERCER COUNTY ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS 2017-2018 2017-2018
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
The County of Mercer working in coordination with the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs will be accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) beginning on October 1, 2019 through July 31, 2020. Mercer County is currently accepting applications the Universal The County of Mercer will be accepting applications for thefor Low-Income HomeService Fund (USF) Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) until 31, 2018. Mercer will Program. Families who of pay theirwill own heating costs, andCounty meet the following income TheProgram County Mercer beMay accepting applications for the Low-Income Home continue accepting applications for Universal Service Fund (USF) Program Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) until May 31, their 2018.winter Mercer County bill. will guidelines, may be eligible tothe receive financial assistance with heating throughout the year. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the continue applications for the Universal Service Fund (USF) TANF and Food Stampaccepting recipients must consult their caseworker regarding the Program automatic following incomethroughout guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their the year. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the benefit application. winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive
PROGRAM EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 31
PROGRAM EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 31
following income guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance. LIHEAP Program USF Program Household Size MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES
cooling assistance.
$1,926
MONTHLY INCOME Household Size 1 USF Program LIHEAPGUIDELINES Program $2,082 1 $1,759 $2,010 $2,607 2 $2,819 Household Size USF Program LIHEAP Program 2 $2,369 $2,707 1 3 $2,978 $3,289 $1,759 $3,404 3 $3,555 $2,010 4 $3,588 2 $2,369 $4,100 $2,707 5 $4,198 $3,970 $2,978 $4,797 4 3 $4,292 $3,404 6 $4,807 $5,494 4 $3,588 $4,100 $4,652 $4,198 $6,190 5 7 $5,417 $5,029 $4,797 5 8 $6,026 $6,887 6 $4,807 $5,494 $5,333 6 $5,765 $6,190 9 $6,636 7 $5,417 $7,584 10 $7,245 $7,935
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8 $6,026 $6,502 $6,887 9 $6,636 $7,584 8 please $6,696 10 contact the Mercer $7,245 $7,239 $7,935 To request an application County Housing and Community * Federal income limits are subject to change during the program year. Development Office at9 (609) 989-6858 or (609) 989-6959. Applications can also be $7,377 obtained by visiting the Housing office at 640 South Broad Street, 1st floor,$7,975 Room request an application please contact the Mercer County Housing and Community 106, Trenton, NJTo 08650. 10 $8,059 $8,528
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Locations & Hours: Hamilton Office - County Connection 106, Trenton, NJ 08650. Hamilton Square Shopping Center Trenton Office Clients who received assistance the previous year will receive a re-certification application by mail prior to October 1st to 640 South Broad Street – Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue complete andNJreturn to the County LIHEAP office. To request an application did not receive a benefit the previous year, Trenton, 08650 Hamilton, NJ 08690if you Locations & Hours: Hamilton Office - County Connection please the Mercer County Housing and Community Development at (609) 989-6858 (609) 989-6959. Applications M-F call 8:30am – 4:30pm Tues & ThursOffice 10:00am-12:00pm (byorappt. only) Trenton Office Hamilton Square Shopping Center can(Wednesday also be obtained by visiting the Housing office atSaturdays 640 South– Broad Street, 1st floor, Room 106, Trenton, NJ 08650. 4/7 & 5/5 open640 until 6:30pm) South Broad Street – Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue Applications will be processed until July10:00am-1:00pm 31, 2020. (walk-ins)
Trenton, NJ 08650 M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm
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Board of Chosen Edward – 4/7 & 5/5 (Wednesday open until 6:30pm)Hamilton Office -Saturdays Locations & Hours: CountyPattik Connection Freeholders Housing Director (walk-ins) Trenton Office Hamilton Square10:00am-1:00pm Shopping Center 640 South Broad Street –M. Rm 106 957 Highway 33 at Paxson Avenue Brian Hughes, County Executive Board of Chosen Edward Pattik Trenton, NJ 08650 Hamilton, NJ 08690 Housing Director Freeholders M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm Tues & Thurs 10:00am-12:00pm (appt. only) (Wednesday open until 6:30pm) Saturdays 10:00am-1:00pm (walk in) 12/7 & 12/21
Brian M. Hughes, County Executive
Board of Chosen Freeholders
Brian M. Hughes, County Executive
Edward Pattik Housing Director
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The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet, Patriots Theatre at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive. www.arballet.org. $25-$45. 2 p.m. Lynn Riley, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $15, $10 drink minimum. 3:30 p.m. Richie Cole’s Alto Madness Orchestra, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. “A Richie Cole Christmas.” $20. 8 p.m. Open Mic Night, Starbucks, 102 South Warren Street. Music, spoken word, poetry, comedy, storytelling, and more. 3 p.m.
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First night of Chanukah. TAACC Kwanzaa Celebra�on, 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-392-6409. www.1867sanctuary.org. 5 p.m.
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Christmas Day. George Washington’s Delaware River Crossing, Washington Crossing Historic Park, 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. www.washingtoncrossingpark.org. Reenactment of the Christmas 1776 crossing. Free. Noon.
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Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Protraints of a Na�onal Treasure, New Jersey State Museum, 205 W. State Street, 609292-6464. www.state.nj.us/state/museum. Free. 9 a.m. The Prac��oners of Musick, Historic Trenton Friends Mee�ng House, 142 E. Hanover Street. www.prac��onersofmusick.org. 18th century music. Free. 2 p.m. Blues Jam, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. $5. 6 p.m.
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Old Barracks Tours, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street. www.barracks.org. $8-$10. 10 a.m. The Bri�sh Army in North American 17681783, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street. www.barracks.org. Presenta�on by Asher Lurie. Free. 10 a.m. Trenton Ba�lefield Walking Tour, Trenton Downtown Associa�on, Starbucks, 102 S. Warren Street. www.patriotsweek.com. 10 a.m. Trent House Tours, 1719 William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, 609-989-3027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. $5. 12:30 p.m. King George and the March of Folly, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street. www. trentonmasonictemple.com. Presenta�on by Ralph Siegel. 2 p.m. Planetarium Shows, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, 609-292-6464. www.statemuseum.nj.gov. Season of Light at 10:30 a.m., Laser Holiday Magic at 11:30 a.m., CapCOM Go! at 1:30 p.m. $5-$7. 10:30 a.m. George Washington’s Ten Crucial Days, New Jersey State Library, 185 W. State Street. www.njstatelibrary.org. Talk by author William “Larry” Kidder. Free. Noon. Rediscovering Bri�sh Surveyor and Mapmaker John Hills, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street. www.trentonlib.org. Talk. Free. 5:30 p.m. Revolu�onary Pub Crawl, Checkers, 14 S. Warren Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Period pub crawl of downtown Trenton. 6 p.m.
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State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, 609-8473150. www.njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebra�ng the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, �lework, pain�ngs, and sculptures. Reserva�ons required. 1:30 p.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Ba�le Monument, Trenton Downtown Associa�on, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, 267-201-3655. www.patriotsweek.com. Presenta�on. $10. Register. 11 a.m. Signs of the Times, Mill Hill Park, 165 E. Front Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Guided walking tour from Mill Hill Park to Pe�y’s Run. Free. Noon and 2 p.m. Trenton Masonic Museum Exhibi�on and Discussion, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street. Free. 4 p.m.
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Colonial Ball, Old Barracks Museum, Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, 609-396-1776. www.barracks.org/ colonial-ball.html. $20-$25. 7 p.m. Alexander Hamilton and the 24 Cannons, Ellarslie Mansion, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. www.ellarslie.org. Tabletop talk with David Bosted. Dona�on. 1 p.m. Elias Boudinot IV: The Con�nental Army’s First Commissary General of Prisoners, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street. www.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. www.patriotsweek.com. Free. 4 p.m. Patriots Scramble, Classics Bookstore, 4 West Lafaye�e Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Scrabble game for all skill levels. Free. 6 p.m. Colonial Ball, Historic Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, 609-396-1776. www.barracks.org. Revolu�onary War themed dance with period music, dress, reenactors. $25. Register. 7 p.m.
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Randy Su�n, Candlelight Lounge, 24 Passaic Street, 609-695-9612. www.jazztrenton. com. $15, $10 drink minimum. 3:30 p.m. Open Mic Night, Starbucks, 102 South Warren Street. Music, spoken word, poetry, comedy, storytelling, and more. 3 p.m. Civil War Flag Unveiling, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Gallery talk and ceremony with flag historian David Mar�n and curator Nicholas Ciotola. Free. 10 a.m. First Ba�le of Trenton, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barracks Street, 609-396-1776. www. barracks.org. Re-enactment. Free. 10:45 a.m. The Trouble with Trenton, Warren Street Plaza, 101 North Warren Street. www.patriotsweek.com. American history presented by marione�es and rod puppets. Free. Noon. Trenton in 1775, Trenton Downtown Associa�on, St. Michael’s Church, 140 North Warren Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Historic tour led by Sharon Ann Holt. 1 p.m. My Brave Fellows, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street. www.patriotsweek.com. Washington’s officers compel the Con�nental Army soldiers to stay six more weeks. $5. 2:15 p.m. Second Ba�le of Trenton (Ba�le of the Assunpink), Old Barracks Museum, Mill Hill Park, 609-396-1776. www.barracks.org. Re-enactment. Free. 3 p.m. Musical Workshop Reading of The Crossing: The 10 Crucial Days, Adeth Israel Synagogue, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. www.thecrossingmusical.com. Actors portray the men and women who changed the course of history. $15. Register. 7 p.m.
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Hopewell Hall, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street. www.patriotsweek.com. “What We Sang Together: Community Songs from Revolu�onary-Era
The Trenton Historical Society’s 2020 calendar of vintage Trenton photos is now available. The cost is $15 plus shipping. For purchase information, visit www.trentonhistory.org. America,” a cappella performance. Free. 2 p.m. Hogmanay Celebra�on, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, 609-9893027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. Bagpipers, music for harpsichord and recorder, Sco�sh snacks. Free. 1 p.m. Planetarium Shows, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, 609-292-6464. www.statemuseum.nj.gov. Season of Light at 10:30 a.m., Laser Holiday Magic at 11:30 a.m., CapCOM Go! at 1:30 p.m. $5-$7. 10:30 a.m. Alexander Hamilton and the 24 Cannons, Ellarslie Mansion, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park. www.ellarslie.org. Tabletop talk with David Bosted. Dona�on. 2 p.m.
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Trenton Ba�lefield Walking Tour, Starbucks, 102 S. Warren Street. www.patriotsweek. com. Interpre�ve walk and Q&A. Free. 10 a.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Ba�le Monument, Trenton Downtown Associa�on, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, 267-201-3655. www.patriotsweek.com. Presenta�on. Free, Register. 11 a.m. Out with the Old, In with the New: New Sweden and the American Revolu�on, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street. www.trentonlib.org. Talk by Erik Burro. Free. 5:30 p.m. Quizzoholics Trivia, Killarney’s, 1644 Whitehorse Mercerville Road, Hamilton, 609-5861166. www.quizzoholics.com. Free trivia every Monday. 8 p.m.
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New Year’s Eve. Capital Philharmonic Orchestra, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, 215-893-1999. www.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. www.patriotsweek.com. Interac�ve presenta�on by Tim Stollery. Free. 1 p.m. Hogmanay Bonfire and Open House, 1761 Brearley House, Maidenhead Meadows Park, 100 Meadow Road, Lawrenceville. www.patriotsweek.com. Celebrate New Year’s and the 275th birthday of Edward Hand. Free. Dona�on. 6 p.m. Peace Vigil, Historic Trenton Friends Mee�ng House, 142 E. Hanover Street. www.patriotsweek.com. 5 p.m.
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