The BReeze Bridgewater Township & Raritan Borough, NJ Your Hometown Newspaper Volume 5, Issue 5
Memorial Day A Day to Remember
Raritan’s Frank Esposito served in the Army during World War II.
By Bruce Doorly bdoorly@verizon.net In the front of the Raritan Municipal Building is a plaque that lists those who died fighting for our country. While these soldiers’ names are immortalized in bronze their individual stories are not well known. Decades have passed since the family of our heroes received the tragic telegram informing them that their son or husband would not be coming home. It is important that we do not forget these men. This Memorial Day, we highlight one of these men who made the ultimate sacrifice so that today we can live in freedom. Frank Esposito was born in 1918 in Raritan and lived at 7 Thompson Street. His father was born in Italy and his mother was born in this country. They had three kids – Frank was the oldest, a brother James, and a sister Lucy.
As a boy, Frank attended Raritan Public Schools. Growing up he and his brother James played outside on their own as kids did in the 1920s and 1930s. Frank, 2 years older than James, made sure that no one picked on his younger brother. Frank was not one to shy away from physical contact. One of his passions was playing on Raritan’s sandlot football team where he was a lineman. On hot summer days, the playground for Raritan boys was the Raritan River. Their favorite swimming location was called the “New Dam Area” near the border of Raritan and Bridgewater. With no air conditioning, the river was a godsend and would often be packed with young swimmers. The river was not just a favorite of Frank’s for swimming, but he also fished in the river. When he wanted variety in the thrill of the catch, he would go hunting. As a young man Frank worked as a driver for Tozzi Fuel. He later worked at Calco Pharmaceuticals. A few months after the U.S. entered the war, Frank enlisted in the Army and was assigned to an infantry division. His previous experience firing a rifle was evident and earned him a marksman medal finishing first out of 220 men in shooting accuracy. In May of 1942, while still training in the Army, Frank marContinued on page 16
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Baseball Season Begins with Opening Day Ceremonies in April
Bridgewater Baseball/ Softball kicked off their sea-
son with Opening Day on April 13th at the Prince Rodgers Baseball Complex in Bridgewater. Meghan Jenkins sang the National Anthem. Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes and Somerset Patriots manager Sparky Lyle threw out the first pitch. The league’s youngest players Molly Magner, age 4 1/2, and Rich Gardner, age 4 1/2, participated in the traditional first hit. Right: B-R Panthers Varsity baseball players greet the next generation of ball players as they parade onto the field.
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celebrated the start of their 54th season with an Opening Day Ceremony on April 20th at Ardmaer Field in Bridgewater. Players, coaches, parents, and township officials were on hand to get the season started. Nine teams lined the field as Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes threw out the first pitch which was caught by Gabe Jentis of the Phillies team. Left: The Rangers, sponsored by Five Star Home Remodeling and managed by Chris Torres, are ready to get the season started.
Bigger and Better Raritan Riverfest and Rubber Duck Race Planned Exhibitors Now Being Scheduled The Raritan Borough Economic Development Committee (EDC) reports that the committee is getting all its ducks in a row for the Borough’s 2nd annual Riverfest and Raritan Rubber Duck Race, scheduled for Sunday, September 29th from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Raritan’s Canal Street Park (near the John Basilone statue.) The featured event will be the inaugural running of the Grand Rubber Duck Race, plus the 2nd Annual Traditional Rubber Duck Race, where attendees can sponsor a rubber duck to race down the Raritan River as its “owner” cheers from the historic Nevius Street Bridge above. Event planners will be selling ducks shortly for the races, which are being sponsored by Uncle Vinnie’s Clam Bar. Additional Riverfest sponsors are invited to participate by reserving their booth space now, with two different levels available starting as low as $75. Sponsors are required to bring their own tables and tents.
“With Raritan’s precious riverfront being among the Borough’s greatest assets, we’re using the Riverfest and Duck Races’ to help energize our ongoing efforts to restore the river and the adjoining land to its original pristine condition,” stated Don Christensen, founding Chairman of the Raritan Economic Development Committee & principal of Christensen Tamburri Communications. The Raritan riverfront was featured on the cover of New Jersey Municipalities magazine last year, and Raritan Borough received a major award for its initial work to begin restoring the area. The Riverfest is shaping up to be another historic celebration, with the Duck Race proceeds again being earmarked to support two very worthy causes – The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center, and the Relief Hose Co. #2 Raritan Volunteer Fire Department. The directing commodore of the Duck Race, Don Tozzi states, “A number of additional duck sightings can be expected over the summer months as the excitement builds
for the September 29th splashdown. Raritan residents, businesses, corporations and visitors are encouraged to join in the fun and sponsor a duck for $5.00 or a Grand Duck for $100.00, which may win a prize, but more importantly will support the heroic work being performed by The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center, as well as the Relief Hose Co. #2 Raritan Volunteer Fire Department.” Interested Riverfest sponsors and vendors may reserve a booth at the general event itself, which will feature food, music, classic cars, activities for kids, and the 2nd annual Camp Bow Wow Doggie Fashion Show with a canine runway on the Nevius Street Bridge itself. Some new attractions are also being planned for the 2nd annual event, including activities sponsored by the Branchburg Sports Complex. For further Riverfest information, call Stefanie Gara at 908-392-6097. For Duck Race information call Don Tozzi at 908-338-0000.
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BRHS senior Karl Szymanski signs letter of intent with Panthers Varsity Football Head Coach, Scott Bray, looking on.
Freier – Wolf Jennifer Freier and Chad Wolf were married on September 2, 2012 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Westfield. The bride is the daughter of Cathy and Donald Freier of Raritan. The groom is the son of Donna Chorney and Ray Wolf of Allentown, PA. The bride’s matron of honor was Tanya (Paitakes) De Boer, and her bridesmaids were Allison Vonk, Tiffany Berls, Camie Meyer, Vanessa Podolak, Laura Colacurcio, Kim Mattes, and Jessica Bomberg. Sean Wolf, brother of the groom, was the best man. Groomsmen were Andrew Trontis, Nick Andrew, Eric Dahl, Joseph Holmes, John Bach, Mark Rabinowitz, and Jeremy Bomberg. Chloe Wolf, niece of the groom, was the flower girl. The reception was held at the Brooklake Country Club, in Florham Park. Both Jennifer and Chad are graduates of the University of Delaware. The bride earned her MBA from Centenary College, and the groom is pursuing his MBA from DeSales University. Jennifer is a Human Resources Manager at PVH Corp. in Bridgewater, and Chad is a Senior Financial Analyst at C.R. Bard in Murray Hill. Following a honeymoon in Aruba, the newlyweds reside in Whitehouse Station.
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Karl Szymanski has signed a letter of intent to play his next four years of football for the Mansfield University Mountaineers in Mansfield, PA. Head coach Graham Johnsen is looking forward to having Szymanski in his corner back position. Karl has been a three year varsity starter under the Bray coaching staff at Bridgewater-Raritan High School as long snapper and corner back. During his varsity career, Karl played two of his three years in NJ State High School Playoffs. The three year varsity letter winner will play his last high school football game on June 28, 2013 in the Somerset County Senior Basilone Bowl. The game will be played at Bridgewater-Raritan High School.
Mastroianni Selected to National Lacrosse Academy Allison Mastroianni, daughter of Daniel and Carol Mastroianni, an 8th grader at Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School, has been named as a 2013 Brine National All-Star and has been selected to represent New Jersey at the 2013 Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Academy and Brine National Lacrosse Classic to be held in Boyds, Maryland from June 30-July 3, 2013. The Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Academy brings the top middle school lacrosse players in the country to one venue, where regional teams coached by NCAA lacrosse coaches will compete to become the 2013 National Champion.
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New Members Inducted into National Honor Society at SCVTHS Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School inducted 22 new members into the National Honor Society at their fifth annual National Honor Society Induction Ceremony in March. The new National Honor Society Members from Bridgewater include: Hyder Ali, Talha Chaudhry, John Michael Da Silva, Brandi Gill, Stephanie Gonzalez, Sridivya Kavuru, and Nicolas Lee.
College News Matthew Harold Archibald, a freshman majoring in electrical engineering at the University of Rochester, has been named to the Dean’s List for academic achievement for the fall 2012 semester. Archibald, a resident of Bridgewater, is the son of Robert Archibald and Maureen Madar, and a graduate of BridgewaterRaritan High School. Martinsville resident Alexander Zdatny made the Dean’s List for the fall 2012 semester at Rider University. Alexander is a freshman majoring in Journalism/Communications. He is the son of Chris & Jon Zdatny.
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The Bridgewater-Raritan Teacher of the Year Program was developed for the purpose of acknowledging teachers who exhibit outstanding performance. The rationale of the program is based on the premise that teaching excellence is one of the most significant factors impacting student achievement and the quality of public schools. Bridgewater-Raritan Teacher of the Year Award Winners Name of Nominee School Position Leslie Cook Adamsville Intervention Specialist Nancy Bohen Bradley Gardens Grade 2 Teacher Dayna Garofalo Crim Grade 3 Teacher Sharon Fargo Hamilton Speech/Lang Specialist Marisa Keenan JFK Special Ed Teacher Annemarie Mattia Milltown Teaching Specialist Courtney DeRosa Van Holten Grade 4 Teacher Barbara Strobel Eisenhower Grade 5 Teacher Connie Fischer Hillside Grade 6 Language Arts Sean Casey Middle School Mathematics Teacher Denise Cimpko-Beller High School English Teacher The Bridgewater-Raritan Distinguished Service Award provides recognition to staff members, excluding administrators, who significantly enhance the reputation of the school district by making meaningful and lasting contributions to their school or department. Bridgewater-Raritan Distinguished Service Award Winners Name of Nominee School Position Puja Arora Adamsville School Counselor Nancy Ambrose Bradley Gardens School Nurse Marion Tait Crim Principal’s Secretary Tami Lane Hamilton School Nurse Patricia Eriksson JFK School Nurse Susan McLane Milltown Teacher Assistant/LLD Christina Longo Van Holten Teacher Assistant/LLD Stephen Fenton Eisenhower Health & PE Teacher Stefanie Chenkin Hillside Speech/Lang Specialist Chester King Middle School Industrial Tech Teacher Richard Petrosky Middle School General Music Teacher Barbara Eckman High School Asst Principal’s Sec. Kathleen DeBonis High School PE Teacher Terry Brown Wade Admin Confidential Secretary to the Asst SUPT
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BRHS Class of ‘63 Reunion Planned
Talent Search for Somerset County 4-H Fair
Bridgewater-Raritan High School’s first four-year graduating class will be celebrating their 50th reunion with events from October 4th-6th, 2013. If you are a “lost” classmate, or if you would like more information, please contact jerrynkaren@ live.com.
If you’ve got talent, the Fair Entertainment Committee wants you! The 4-H Fair, attended by 60 thousand, is scheduled for August 7 - 9 at the Somerset County Fairgrounds at the North Branch Park in Bridgewater. We want to fill the Showmobile stage and the two mini-venues located in the 4-H Prep Tent and Clover Theater with 12 hours of entertainment each day. The search is on for a variety of bands, musicians and singers! Send your demo CD to the Ted Blum 4-H Center at 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (attn: Betty Sommerville) or contact her at 908-635-1951 to arrange for an audition at one of your own gigs. Once you contact us, an enthusiastic member of our committee will gladly come to see & hear you in action! Either way, contact us before May 31 to increase your chances of performing this year on one of our stages at the 4-H Fair.
Fabulous Fashion Show Fundraiser The Bridgewater Woman’s Club will host a Luncheon/Fashion Show on Thursday, May 23, 2013, at the Presbyterian Church hall in Pluckemin. Spring and summer fashions will be featured from Dress Barn. The buffet luncheon will feature sandwiches, salads and desserts. A fantastic basket raffle and door prizes will be on the agenda. Doors will open at noon and the donation of $20 a ticket will help support the Club’s charity contributions to local needy families and organizations. This well attended event is open to all women who are interested in friendship and service to the community. Ticket information and prospective members may contact Club President Mary Bennett at 908-625-6929 or mary2243@ verizon.net. The Bridgewater Woman’s Club was organized in 1976 and is a member of the NJ State Federation of Women’s Clubs and the GFWC nationwide.
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Vincent Talarico The Somerville Seniors will be hosting a fundraiser featuring the multi-talented performer, Vincent Talarico, on May 5th at 6 p.m. at the Somerville Elks, 375 Union Avenue, Bridgewater. Mr. Talarico has been named by critics as one of the most ver-
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Discovery Day at the ‘New’ Cemetery of Somerville on May 4th The Board of Trustees of the New Cemetery invites everyone to a free open house at this historic Victorian garden cemetery located at 192 South Bridge Street, Somerville. This non-sectarian cemetery is open to the public daily. There is much to discover in a cemetery. The history and legends of Somerville are written on the stones. The wooded paths and diverse horticulture offer opportunities for brisk walks, relaxing strolls or quiet reflection. Every Memorial Day, people gather around the Veteran’s Circle to pay tribute to those that have served this country. This is the final resting place of 190 Civil War Veterans including 19 US Colored Troops. By 1867, Somerville had outgrown the space available in the old Raritan Cemetery across South Bridge Street and the pastors of the six local churches came together to provide a “new” cemetery. On Saturday, May 4th, 10 am-2 pm, thirty minute guided tours will meet at the gate house. Self-guided tour instructions and grave stone rubbing materials will be available, as well as lists for scavenger hunts based on history, nature and art. Prizes and light refreshments will be provided. Trustees will be available to answer questions.
A Night to Celebrate Israel Scheduled for May 7 The community is invited to attend A Night To Celebrate Israel on Tuesday, May 7, 6:30pm. The evening will bring the Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties community together to celebrate Israel, and to provide information about the programs available to the public that relate to the State of Israel, including Israel Bonds. A Night to Celebrate Israel is co-sponsored by Jewish LIFE and Israel Bonds. The event takes place May 7 at Raritan Valley Country Club, 747 Route 28 in Bridgewater. Event co-chairs are Harriet and George Blank. A Night to Celebrate Israel will honor Rabbi Evan Jaffe, Flemington Jewish Community Center and Raffi Mark, Rutgers Hillel Student President, for their dedication to their communities and to the State of Israel. The evening’s keynote speaker is Joel Mowbray, award-winning investigative journalist and nationally syndicated columnist. The fee for the evening is $50/Adult and $18/Student and includes dinner, Israeli music and dancing, and craft activities. Please call the JCC at 908-725-6994 x201 to make a reservation.
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Counseling and Therapy Services of Bridgewater/Raritan will be providing evergreen seedlings to area residents during the month of May to help replace trees lost in the fall to Hurricane Sandy. Anyone who would like a seedling to plant is asked to call the office at 908-218-9062 to arrange a convenient pick up time.
The Raritan Historical & Cultural Committee is working on the script for a walking tour of town. We have a lot of pre-1900 history of Raritan, but we are hoping to add recent history or stories, bits of local interest that will enliven our script and make the tour fun. Do you have stories that could be used? Maybe you remember the day the woolen mill closed, or could tell about the bicycle races that went through Raritan. Perhaps you have a family story about living in the Frelinghuysen house before it became the library, or you remember one of the big fires. We want to hear your stories. Please contact us through the mayor’s office and we will arrange to be in touch. Call 908-231-1300.
NJ Eastern Star Home to Hold Ground Breaking Ceremony on May 4 The New Jersey Eastern Star Home located at 111 Finderne Avenue in Bridgewater will hold a Ground Breaking Ceremony on May 4, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. to kick-off the start of a building and renovation project to expand its nursing facility. The new facility will include 82 long term care nursing beds, including 11 sub-acute beds for short stay residents and 11 Residential Health Care accommodations. The non-profit facility, which has been in operation for 55 years, is open to the public for admissions. Residents of the surrounding communities are invited to attend the Ground Breaking on May 4th.
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The community is invited to attend a Texas Hold’em Tournament on May 22 at the JCC in Bridgewater. Photo/JCC
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The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center (JCC) is holding a Texas Hold’em Tournament on Wednesday, May 22. The Tournament will be held at the JCC, located at 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater. The community is invited to participate. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the tournament starts promptly at 7:15 p.m. The all-inclusive admission fee is $125/person and includes 7,000 start-up chips, dinner, snacks, drinks, and more, when registering by May 15. The registration fee after May 15 is $125/person for 6,000 chips or $145/person for 7,000 chips. Rebuys and add-ons will be available, and prizes include VISA Gift Cards. Sponsorship opportunities are available. To register for the Texas Hold’em Tournament, call the JCC at 908-7256994 x201, stop by the office, or register online at www.ssbjcc.org. For additional information and to become a sponsor, contact Debbie Golden at 908725-6994 x210 or email dgolden@ssbjcc.org.
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Co-owners Scott Schlosser (on left) and Adam Friedman have been providing local homeowners and businesses with fast, reliable heating and cooling solutions at industry-best pricing since 1997. At S&K Mechanical Services, they know you have many choices when it comes to your home’s heating and air conditioning solutions. That’s why they pride themselves on quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. All S & K mechanics have ownership in the company so everyone strives to ensure a project is completed to the highest standards in the industry. S&K installs, maintains, and repairs furnaces, boilers, air handlers, AC condensers, ductless split systems, radiant flooring, and radiant snow melt driveways. They only install #1 consumer rated equipment. They also install whole home generators. From minor equipment repairs to full-service commercial and residential heating and air conditioning system installations, S&K stands ready to deliver excellence from start to finish. Locally co-owned and operated by a Bridgewater-Raritan High School alumnus, S & K has been B-R’s most reliable HVAC company since 1997. No one looks out for their community more than someone who grew up there. Local resident and partner Adam Friedman says, “Having grown up and attended the schools here, I want to help my neighbors when I can. I want my community to know we genuinely care about them and this reflects in our work and pricing.” Friedman continues, “S & K provides fair and honest pricing for top quality work; and services are delivered in a reliable time frame that fits within the homeowner’s schedule. We are experienced, knowledgeable mechanics that get it right the first time.” A company that is clean, courteous, and respectful of the homeowner’s property; this is what keeps their customers coming back and happily referring them to their friends and family. Mention this article when you call to schedule your air conditioner tune-up and receive a Spring Maintenance for only $89 plus materials. Also available is an air conditioner replacement special for $2,400 (some restrictions apply). Don’t delay, call or text S & K….732-672-5011. Visit our website at www.skmechanicalsvc.com.
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The first ever Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Bowl game will be held on June 28th at Bridgewater-Raritan High School. The game will feature high school senior football players from 14 different schools in Somerset County. The schools
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include: Bernards, Bound Brook, Bridgewater-Raritan, Franklin, Hillsborough, Immaculata, Manville, Montgomery, North Plainfield, Pingry, Ridge, Somerville, Watchung, and Delaware Valley. Players from BRHS are: Donny Stires, Tommy Goodberlet, Ray Stevens, Josh Hanemann, Scott Brandle, Michael Pennella, and Karl Szymanski. Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone, of Raritan, was awarded the Medal of Honor in recognition of his outstanding heroism at Guadalcanal during World War II. Later, during the Iwo Jima campaign, he was killed in action on D-Day, 19 February 1945. The Bridgewater-Raritan High School Field House is dedicated to his memory.
Bow Wow Luau Set for June 13th The Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter will host its annual Bow Wow Luau on June 13, 2013 at the Basking Ridge Country Club, 185 Madisonville Road, Basking Ridge from 6-8pm. Well behaved dogs and their human companions are invited to the Polynesian cocktail party. There will be a small basket auction, doggy goody bags, and a best dressed dog contest. Tickets are $55 per person in advance ($65 at the door) and $10 per dog (additional dogs $5/each). For tickets or more information, please call Donna at 908-6256513 or go to www.fosras.com. All proceeds will benefit the animals at Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.
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The Raritan Public Library has special events planned for this month. To join in on the fun, stop by the library at 54 East Somerset St., Raritan or call 908-725-0413 to register. Holland in the Springtime Thurs., May 9 @ 6:30pm
Join travel speaker, Audrey Boise, as she presents a program on a trip to the Netherlands. Visits will be made to Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Leiden, where the tulip industry began. You will view photos of the Hague, the Aalsmeer Flower Auction and lastly Keukenhof, the world famous gardens (in full bloom). Sign up for this informative program and celebrate Spring! Registration is required. Call (908) 725-0413 for more details. Movie - “Avatar” in 3D Thursday, May 23 @ 6:00pm
Join us at a 3D showing of the epic science fiction film “Avatar” written, produced and directed by James Cameron. Come see why Avatar was highly praised by critics for its groundbreaking visual effects! Running time: 162 minutes. Registration is required. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
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Bridgewater Resident Named Student of the Month at SCVTHS
Brandi Gill Brandi Gill, a junior in the Auto Body Program, was selected as Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School’s Full Time Student of the Month for April 2013. Brandi is the daughter of Jami Gill of Bradley Gardens. Guidance Counselor Mrs. Sarah Morelli-Stutz nominated Brandi because she has maintained an excellent GPA and is
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70th Annual Tour of Somerville Announces Schedule Changes for 2013 Middle Earth, the organizers for the Tour of Somerville Cycling Series, has announced the competition’s 2013 schedule. The Series is expected to attract over 600 professional and novice cyclist participants and more than 20,000 festival-goers throughout the Memorial Day weekend. Competitive cycling races and family festivities will take place May 25-27, 2013. “This year we have chosen to consolidate Friday’s and Saturday’s races into one larger event on Saturday,” explained Maggie Navatto, event director for Middle Earth. “We are really excited to host Saturday in Raritan. Raritan was a great supporter of the races years ago, and coming back to that area of Somerset County has a ‘homecoming’ feeling.” Beginning Saturday, May 25 at 9:00 a.m., cyclists will gather in downtown Raritan. Beginning and ending on West Somerset Street, professionals will compete in a 75-mile road race traveling through 13 municipalities. Meanwhile, masters and amateur cyclists will compete in four different criterium races in the heart of Raritan. On Sunday, May 26 at 1:30 p.m., all levels of cyclists will race in four different shortcourse races in Bound Brook. Also offered that day will be a
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BRHS Robotics Team to Compete in World Championship
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Boy Battling Cancer Sworn In Alongside Bridgewater Police Officers
Anthony Mendoza is sworn in as a new police officer by Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes.
Members of Team 303 pose with their robot at the FIRST Robotics Competition held at BRHS. Team members are (l-r): Alessandra Sanchez (coach), Tyler Stark (driver), Dominique Dahl (human player), and Hayley Katz (co-pilot). Photo/Lauren Dahl On April 6-7, Bridgewater-Raritan High School hosted a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). In addition to the B-R robotics team, forty-three high school teams competed. The FRC event at BRHS is the sixth (6th) and last Mid-Atlantic Robotics (MAR) FRC District Qualifier. MAR is affiliated with FIRST Robotics, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1989 that aims to inspire youth and promote interest in science and technology through robotic competitions that involve 2,500 teams and 58,000 students in the U.S. and around the world. All 109 MAR FRC teams get to compete at two (2) of the six (6) District Qualifiers. At each event, teams earn points for the performance of their robots and also by receiving specific awards. On April 11th the BRHS team and their robot traveled to Lehigh University to spend the weekend competing against 50 other teams in the Mid-Atlantic Robotics Region Championship. Winners of the Mid-Atlantic Robotics Region Championship at Lehigh were able to advance to the FIRST Robotics World Championship in St. Louis. Team 303, was ranked within the top 6 for MAR points and thereby invited to St. Louis.
After being sworn in as a “Police Officer for a Day” Malik Campbell, a 4-year-old boy battling a rare form of cancer, is given a Police ID badge by Bridgewater Police Chief Richard Borden.
Two officers have joined the ranks of the Bridgewater Police Department. Officer Anthony Mendoza and Officer Joseph Bones were sworn in by Mayor Dan Hayes on April 10th. As part of the ceremony, Bridgewater Township Police Chief Richard Borden and the Bridgewater Police Benevolent Association 174 honored a 4-year-old boy, Malik Campbell, who has a rare form of cancer called Burkitt’s Leukemia. In December 2012, Chief Borden and members of the PBA met Malik Campbell of Franklin Park, NJ at St. Peter’s Hospital during their annual holiday toy delivery. The officers learned that Malik loves police officers and is fascinated with every aspect of their job. Chief Borden, having been a cancer survivor himself, suggested that Malik be sworn in as an Honorary Police Officer. Mayor Hayes presented Malik with a Proclamation
Joseph Bones is sworn in as a new Bridgewater police officer.
honoring him as a Police Officer for the day and State Sen. Christoper “Kip” Bateman read a joint proclamation from the state senate and assembly in Campbell’s honor. Chief Borden presented Malik with a Bridgewater Police Department Police uniform shirt and ID card. Malik and his family took a tour of Police Headquarters and took a drive in a patrol vehicle.
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New Store in Raritan Sells Metal Detectors, Treasure Hunting Supplies
Ron DeGhetto opened his store The Gold Digger Metal Detectors in March. The store carries over 50 different metal detectors, sand scoops, digging tools, headphones, treasure pouches, books, maps and lots more.
Raritan resident Ron DeGhetto has found a way to blend his occupation with something he loves. Ron has been sleuthing for coins and jewelry for decades. “It has been a passion of mine for a long time,” he said. “And this business allows me to share my passion for treasure hunting with others.” Ron opened his store, The Gold Digger Metal Detectors, at 43 W. Somerset Street in Raritan last month. “Unlike other stores that hang metal detectors on
their walls to supplement their income, The Gold Digger only sells metal detectors, treasure hunting supplies and accessories,” said Ron. “We are truly a metal detector store.” The store is stocked with all the necessary equipment for treasure hunting for every level of enthusiast, from the beginner up to the serious treasure hunter. The impressive inventory includes over 50 different metal detectors, sand scoops, digging tools, headphones, treasure pouches, books, maps and lots
more. Also helping to increase interest in the hobby is Ron’s display case filled with treasures he has found over the years. “My favorite find, over the 30 years I’ve been treasure hunting, was a 1676 French 4 Sols Coin which I found in a farm field in South Hampton, NY,” shares Ron. The most valuable of his finds was a diamond engagement ring which was found on a beach. If you’d like to join in on the fun of treasure hunting, there are some great events going on this month. On Saturday, May 18th the 2nd annual National Metal Detecting Day will be held in Atlantic City. “Treasure Hunters” young and old, new and experienced, will come from near and far to join together to celebrate this fantastic hobby. There will be special hunts, and $40,000 in giveaways and prizes. On Sunday, May 19th Gold Digger Metal Detectors will be hosting “Go MineLabbing Day” a South Jersey Metal Detecting Club Hunt event. This will be an all-day hunt for both adventure and treasure. To get more information on these events or to purchase tickets, please visit golddiggermetaldetectors.com.
Students Present Research Papers at International IEEE Conference - Bridgewater-Raritan High School stu-
dents Srijoy Dutta and Rohan Mathur (both 11th graders) presented their research paper titled, “EPICS High, STEM’s Impact on Community Service” at the International IEEE Integrated STEM Conference (ISEC 2013) at Princeton University on March 9th. Srijoy and Rohan are co-chairs of the iSTEM club at BRHS which aims to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) activities. Dr. Jorge Valdes is the student advisor for the iSTEM club; the student chapter of IEEE Princeton/Central Jersey section. IEEE, pronounced “Eye-triple-E,” stands for the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. IEEE is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. Above photo: Bob Schroeder, Chair of IEEE Education Society of PCJS, presents Srijoy Dutta and Rohan Mathur with their certificates. Submitted photo
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FREE Breast Health Awareness Workshop - May 3
Local Students Place in Mathematics Competitions - Over the course of three days, 44 students from Somerset
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Women’s Health & Counseling Center (WHCC) is hosting a Free Breast Health Awareness Workshop in conjunction with the American Diabetes Association to help promote the importance of early detection and breast health. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments while learning from experts in the areas of nutrition, diabetes, fitness, and massage therapy. Participants will also have the chance to receive free facials, make-up tips, massage demonstrations and more. When: Friday, May 3, 6 - 8:30 pm Where: Women’s Health & Counseling Center; 71 Fourth Street, Somerville. What: Topics: Diabetes, Cancer, Nutrition, and Fitness Registration is required. Please call (908) 526-2335 ext. 118, today; space is limited. Door prizes available to participants of the event are: $25 gift card and a Gift Basket courtesy of Hillsborough Shop Rite**; Mary Kay Make-up **; Gift certificate for a 30 minute massage. Ask about our “refer a man*” incentive for a chance to win a $25 Gift Card! *To qualify for NJCEED you must have no or limited health insurance, meet the financial limitations, and meet the clinical guidelines for screening. Call 908-526-2335, ext. 118 for more info on program eligibility. **Must be present to win.
Step Up for The Arc Walk & 5K Run is May 4th The Arc of Somerset County is pleased to announce that the 2013 Step Up For The Arc Walk & 5K Run will be held on Saturday, May 4 at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater. Registration is at 8:30, and the run and walk will begin at 9:00. Step Up For The Arc is the annual statewide Walkathon of The Arc, the state’s largest non-profit advocacy and service organization supporting people with developmental disabilities and their families. The event includes a 1.5-mile fun walk and a sanctioned 5K race on a flat, paved, and scenic course. Walker and Runner Pre-Registration is quick and easy at www. firstgiving.com/arc-somerset. Registration fees of $20/Runner, $18/ USATF Runner, $15/Student Runner, and $10/Walker are waived if you raise $50 or more. All ages are welcome! To register as a walker or runner, organize a team, or make a donation, visit www.firstgiving.com/arcsomerset.
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And the Winner is...
Congratulations to the winner of our ad symbol contest, Judy Krilla of Bridgewater. Judy won two certificates to Black Lab Studio; a free video tape transfer and a free digital photography class. Associates Meredith Russell and Heather Young are photographed with owner, Arielle Friedman (3rd from left) and winner, Judy Krilla (2nd from left). Black Lab Studio & Imaging is your neighborhood Camera Shoppe and Studio. It is owned and operated by husband and wife Robert Heil and Arielle Friedman. Black Lab brings life to downtown Main Street Flemington by providing you with the best for all your photo and video needs. Black Lab offers film & digital printing of all sizes on many different specialty papers. Do you still have videotapes or movie film that you can’t view anymore? Well, Black Lab is the place to go for all video and audio conversions completed on site. That means no mailing your memories away to the unknown. Arielle, Robert and their team will make sure your memories are safe and taken care of as well as including personalization to your DVDs with music for your silent films at no extra charge. The staff at Black Lab also offers classes for digital, film and darkroom workshops. You’ll receive two free photography lessons with the purchase of any camera. If you are looking to purchase accessories for your camera, you’ll find it at Black Lab. Go visit the wonderful team at 24a Main St, Flemington or online at http://www.blacklabimaging.com/. Hours: M, W, F 9am - 6pm, Tues/Th 9am – 8pm and Sat 9am – 4pm.
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Mangia Buono Caterers Celebrates One Year Anniversary in Raritan
JCC Bridgewater Tide Swimmers Excel at National Meet
Twenty one swimmers with the JCC Bridgewater Tide Swim Team traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina April 4-7 to represent the team at the prestigious Sunkissed Invitational Junior/ Senior Championships of the USA. Coaches Mike Yearwood, Mike Pestorius, and Ward Weiland accompanied swimmers Ross Bernstein, Brendan Blood, Eileen Blood, Alexis Brewer, Ryan Bugianesi, Jennifer Doorly, Alan Du, Griffin Halpin, Leah Juechter, Hannah Lesser, Riley Pestorius, Josh Pica, Jacob
Pica, Doug Quagliato, Kinsey Rushevics, Melody Visconti, Carter Weiland, Ethan Weiland, all of Bridgewater; Nick Berger of Warren; Rayna Klugherz of Basking Ridge; and Evan Kott of Piscataway to the four-day meet attended by teams from all over the country. Multiple swimmers had significant time drops and advanced to finals. The Junior Boys 400 free relay team of Carter Weiland, Jacob Pica, Riley Pestorius, and Ryan Bugianesi placed 3rd, earning a bronze medal. Alexis Brewer, Ryan Bugianesi, Ri-
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Nick Avicolli and his family have been in the catering business for over 50 years. They recently celebrated their one year anniversary at their current location in Raritan.
Mangia Buono Caterers recently celebrated the one year anniversary of their catering business on Somerset Street in Raritan. Owner Nick Avicolli, a Bridgewater resident for 17 years, and his family have been in the catering business for over 50 years. Mangia Buono was built on a tradition of utilizing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Worldâ&#x20AC;? cooking along with extraordinary service and bringing it to their customers at a fair price. Unlike many other caterers who use frozen or defrosted food on a regular basis, Mangia Buono makes their food fresh for each and every occasion. There is no â&#x20AC;&#x153;cutting cornersâ&#x20AC;? when it comes to the food you are ordering for your guests. Their private dining room is available for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They offer a beautiful space to hold corporate events, bridal showers, graduation parties, birthdays and more. Food can be served buffet style, family style or plated depending on your needs. Mangia Buono also offers other services that will make your event even more special. From luncheon meetings to corporate picnics, we can make any occasion a complete success. Their extensive menu ensures you will find the right selection of prepared dishes for your next occasion. Mangia Buonoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current catering specials include a Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day menu that serves 12-15 people for only $125 plus tax. The complete meal includes everything youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to treat mom to a special lunch or dinner. Or treat your family and friends to the Pasta and Chicken special that serves 6-8 people for only $45 plus tax; available 7 days a week. Mangia Buono started their business with the simple premise of providing the ultimate service and quality standards for each and every customer and they continue that same tradition today. So, sit back and enjoy your next event and find out what Mangia Buonoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s devoted customers have been saying for years.
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ley Pestorius, Jacob Pica, Doug Quagliato, Melody Visconti, Carter Weiland and Evan Kott swam an impressive total of 21 individual event finals. This meet was the culmination of an explosive 2012-2013 Short Course season for the Tide. According to Coach Yearwood, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was the greatest performance we have had in the history of our team, and to have such success at a meet of this caliber gave the Tide very positive national exposure. Watching Tide swimmers excel and win heat after heat is something I will remember for a long time. Seeing the parents, swimmers, and coaches creating and strengthening bonds and making this team a closer and more unified team was what this trip was all about.â&#x20AC;? The Bridgewater Tide offers a Spring Clinic and Summer Swim Team, both short and long course. For more information on the JCC Bridgewater Tide Swim Team program, please contact Coach Mike Yearwood at jccswimteam@ssbjcc.org or 908725-6994 x252.
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Medi-Vet Stem Cell Therapy Now Available at Branchburg Animal Hospital Stem Cell Therapy is a relatively new technology that uses an animal’s fat cells to produce healing stem cells to provide relief from osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease, disc disease, tendon & ligament injuries, as well as other medical issues! How does this work? A stem cell is an un-differentiated cell that is already in the body. It can become any type of cell that is needed for healing because a chemical reaction at the site of inflammation or injury signals the stem cell to go to that site and initiate repair. This is beneficial for treating problems that we know are present as well as problems we may not be aware of. Stem cells can be injected directly into the joint, as well as infused IV. The stem cells can treat “globally” (any area in the body that needs healing) versus locally as a surgical procedure would. We are very excited to have performed several procedures already, and are happy to report that all our patients are finding a better quality of life from their joint pain and problems. The Medi-Vet advantage is that stem cells are processed on site and do not require any shipment. This not only gives us the ability to increase stem cell numbers, but eliminates any shipping error issues, and allows us to harvest, process and re-infuse the cells all in the same day. We can also bank stem cells for future use (we are averaging 6 future treatments). We recently received notification that the first combination ovariohysterectomy (spay)/stem cell banking procedure has been performed in a 6 month old puppy! How exciting and proactive! Check our website for more information: www.branchburganimalhospital.com. Click on the Medi-Vet tab on our homepage for detailed information, or call us for an appointment!
Pilates Day at Bridgewater Commons Mall on May 4th
JFK Cubs Participate in Healthy Dance - The JFK PTO
held their annual Healthy Dance, an event that raises money for a healthrelated, charitable organization. Teachers gave the students a choice of three organizations and an explanation of how each organization uses donations to help others. The students voted, and this year they chose the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The event was a great success and the Cubs raised $650. Students danced the night away with their PE teachers, Mr. V, Mr. Cipot, and Mr. Thomas, who made it a fun and successful event! Special thanks to Houlihan’s for donating free kids meals and to all of the JFK families who participated. Submitted photo
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Health Fair at Senior Center - Bridgewater seniors enjoyed
talking with over forty professional groups that gathered at the Senior Center on March 21 for the Senior Health Fair. Participants included Somerset Medical Center, Home Health Care and Assisted Living facilities, plus licensed professionals from the Lions Club Mobile Eye Center, Raritan Audiology, and the Dermatology Center of NJ. Submitted photo
Each year on the first Saturday in May the Pilates Method Alliance® (PMA)® celebrates Pilates Day. Pilates Day was created by the PMA® to promote awareness of the many benefits that Pilates Method brings to every age group, and to promote healthy living. Please join Corie Lucas, Fitness & Wellness Director at Branchburg Sports Complex Saturday, May 4th from 9-10am at lululemon athletica in the Bridgewater Commons Mall for a mat Pilates class. BSC Fitness & Wellness offers a full service Pilates studio. For more information please contact Corie Lucas at 908-203-1642 or clucas@branchburgsports.com.
earn their Bronze award, Girl Scout Troop 60794 provided crafts and activities for children receiving cancer and blood disorder treatment at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center. The troop made approximately 200 duct tape wallets for the kids to decorate during the family hour of the Rutgers University Dance Marathon for Embrace Kids held at Rutgers University on April 7th. Embrace Kids is an organization that provides non-medical services to children receiving treatment. The troop worked on decorating the wallets with many young patients and family members and on other craft projects as well. The girls also made activity packets for the kids. Troop 60794 members are Julia Centi, Olivia DeStefano, Brianna Floystrop, Christina Gallo, Emma Knauf, Hallie Lippey, Sofia Ludwig, Caroline O’Sullivan, Riley Walsh and Haley Weber. Submitted photo
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Frank Esposito married Helen Kovac of Raritan in a chapel at Fort Jackson, SC, in May of 1942. ried his girlfriend Helen Kovac who lived in Raritan at 73 Anderson Street. The wedding took place in the chapel at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. The groom and ushers wore their military uniforms for the ceremony. Helen remained with Frank while he was training on the east coast. After a year, Frank was transferred and Helen, then expecting a child, moved back home to Raritan. Their child, a baby girl Frances, was born in January of 1944. Frank was able to come home in March of 1944 to see his daughter. After his visit home, he returned to the Army and was assigned to an Army base at Oahu, Hawaii.
Serving in the military during World War II was, of course, dangerous. The danger was not just from the enemy. Training accidents caused a significant percentage of deaths during the war. The men were learning to use dangerous equipment and flying new un-tested aircraft. Of the 24 Raritan men who died in the war, three died in training accidents. Frank Esposito was one of them. While on a training maneuver in Hawaii on June 11, 1944, he lost his life when an ammunition storage facility exploded. The blast also killed nine other men. Back in Raritan, Frank’s wife Helen received the telegram informing her of her husband’s death. His daughter Frances was just 4 months
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On May 20, 1944 England’s Prime Minister Winston Churchill met with U.S. Troops as they prepared for the invasion of Europe. Frank Russo is the first soldier on the right. Frank Russo brought home some interesting souvenirs from the war. His family still has them today. One of these souvenirs almost cost him his life. One day, while stationed in a home in a German town that they had just taken, Frank went upstairs to look around. Always on the lookout for not just Germans, but German collectables, Frank found a full German officer’s uniform – hat and all. A quick evaluation showed that this uniform was just his size. He decided to put it on and surprise his fellow soldiers downstairs. As he moved down the stairs Frank found that he did indeed surprise his buddies, so much so that they almost shot him. Fortunately as they went to draw their weapons they recognized him. Another collectible Frank was able to bring home was a prized German Lugar pistol. These guns were carried by German officers and are one of the most sought after collectible guns from World War II. Another item he brought home is an important artifact in the lessons of history - a true collectible - a Nazi Banner. It is 6 feet tall and 2.5 feet wide. Such banners are often seen in history documentaries and World War II movies as the Germans of the era decorated many towns and building fronts with them. Finally, one priceless photograph was taken of Frank during the war. It is a photo of Frank Russo with England’s Prime Minister Winston Churchill. It was taken on May 20, 1944. The photo is of Prime Minister Churchill meeting with several troops who were preparing for the upcoming invasion of Europe. Frank Russo served 21 years in the Army. He served in the Korean War where he was awarded another Bronze Star. That citation (summarized) read: Master Sergeant Frank Russo is cited for meritorious service – he served as first sergeant of a reconnaissance company under combat conditions, contributing materially to the success of his unit’s missions. His thorough knowledge of armor
tactics and his sound leadership earned him the sincere respect and confidence of both officers and enlisted men. … His courage, tireless efforts and his cooperative spirit marked him as a superior soldier. My source for information on Frank Russo is Frank’s nephew Eric Jacobs who lives in Raritan. He was close with his Uncle Frank. As a teenager he often caddied for him. When his uncle passed away in 2008, Eric made sure to preserve his Uncle’s war memorabilia, photos, and story. Today Eric’s den holds photos, citations, articles, and medals relating to his Uncle Frank’s wartime and lifetime experience. Every soldier who served in World War II should have a nephew like Eric to preserve his story. These old photos and mementos are a solemn remembrance of the wartime sacrifices that were made by the Greatest Generation. Until now the viewing of this collection, and others like it, was only done by the occasional visitor that came to the home. But today the digital age offers an opportunity for such treasured photos and keepsakes to be viewed by many from any location using the internet. The BReeze has been glad to work with Eric to put Uncle Frank’s war story on the Internet where it can now be easily viewed by anyone. Visit www.raritan-online.com to see more about Frank’s story. I encourage other families to take the time to put such treasures on the Internet. My recommendation is to make a visual/photo oriented story that is easy to view and interesting to any audience, not just history buffs. Once the information is online, family members and friends from all over the country can learn what their relatives did for this country. Besides his nephew Eric, other family members of Frank Russo still live in Raritan today. His sister Rose lives on Codington Street. His brother John Russo, who served in the Navy during World War II, lives on Anderson Street. John will be the Grand Marshal of this year’s Basilone Parade.
On April 10th Milltown School held their 4th Annual Special Olympics Basketball Tournament at Eisenhower School. The energy was high in the packed Eisenhower School gymnasium to celebrate the 8 weeks students spent practicing their skills of passing, dribbling, and shooting baskets. The tournament provided students the opportunity to learn basic basketball skills, teamwork, good sportsmanship, social skills and have a blast with their peers.
The teams consisted of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students from Mrs. Hamby’s, Mrs. Deny’s and Miss Quaglia’s classes along with their 4th Grade Basketball Buddies. Milltown staff members volunteered their time as coaches with encouraging support from the many BRHS student helpers. The event was sponsored by the BREA with additional donations and support by Milltown’s Community of Caring, Milltown’s PTO, DJ Rob Thomas,
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Students from Ms. Shomers 4th grade class and Mrs. Bohenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2nd grade class at Bradley Gardens School recently answered the question, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is the most awesome thing youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen? What made it awesome?â&#x20AC;? Their answers appear below: Daniel, Grade 4 In a soccer game, the most awesome thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen was when the ball was up in the air it hit the guyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chest until the guy did a back flip and kicked the ball. The ball went right in the goal. It was the most unexpected moment in a soccer game. I could not believe that had happened. Fallon, Grade 2 The most amazing thing I ever saw was my Nana, healthy with her hair back, when the cancer was gone. Once she was so sick I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what would happen. When the hair came back and she came back to our football games, I knew she was okay. Hallie, Grade 4 The most awesome thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen was the inside of the White House! I even got to play at the White House bowling alley! I was there because my friend Allyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uncle writes some of President Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speeches. He gave us a tour of the White House. Sofia, Grade 2 The most awesome thing I have seen is a dog jump through hoops at the Big Apple Circus. A dog jumped off a diving board and someone caught him. This is awesome because these dogs did not have homes. The circus rescued them and gave them homes with the circus. Reggie, Grade 2 The most awesome thing I ever saw was a bear at Cub Scout camp. The bear was walking along the lake at Cub Scout camp. It was awesome because I have never seen a bear before. We chased the bear away before it came closer. It was fun there. Karli, Grade 2 The most awesome thing was when I saw an alligator and got to hold it. It was four feet long and had very pointy scales. Its belly felt like rubber. The alligator had duct tape around its mouth so it wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bite me. I had my picture taken with it. Claudia, Grade 4 The most awesome thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen was the Thanksgiving Day Parade because I saw famous people like The Wanted and Neon Trees. The best part was when they waved at me! I hope next year I could meet them at the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Dylan, Grade 4 The most awesome thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen is Niagara Falls. Niagara
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School Calendar May 1 - Adamsville - PTO Year-End Dinner May 2 - Van Holten - PTO Meeting - 7:30 p.m. May 3 - BRHS - Mr. & Mrs. BRHS - 7-9:30 p.m. May 3 - Adamsville - Operation Creation - 6 p.m. May 7 - BRHS - Spring Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 7 - Eisenhower - PTO Meeting - 7 p.m. May 9 - BRMS - Vocal Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 10 - Hillside - Roots & Shoots Dance-a-thon May 10 - BRHS - Spring Vocal Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 10 - Barnes & Noble - 3rd Grade Recorder Performance - 7:30 p.m. May 10 - JFK - Family Game Night May 14 - BRMS - Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 14 - Wade Building - BOE Meeting - 8 p.m. May 16 - Hillside - PTO Meeting - 7 p.m. May 17 - Eisenhower - Somerset Patriots Night May 17 - Adamsville - Ice cream Social, BOGO book sale - 7 p.m. May 18 - Hillside - Backyard Work Day - 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. May 20 - Eisenhower - 6th Gr. Student Orientation at BRMS - 9:30 a.m. May 21 - Hillside - 6th Gr. Visit to BRMS - 9:30 a.m. May 21 - Hillside - 5th Gr. Band/Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 22 - Hillside - 6th Gr. Band/Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 22 - Bradley Gardens - PTO Meeting - 7 p.m. May 23 - BRMS - PTO Meeting - 6:30 p.m. May 23 - BRMS - Band Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 27 - All Schools - Closed for Memorial Day May 28 - Wade Building - BOE Meeting - 8 p.m. May 29 - Hamilton - Kindergarten Orientation - 9:30-11:15 a.m. May 29 - BRHS - Spring Band Concert - 7:30 p.m. May 30 - BRMS - 8th Grade Trip May 31 - Hillside - Spring Book Fair May 31 - Crim - Volunteer Breakfast/PTO Ex. Bd. Exstallations - 9 a.m.
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Michael’s Miracles 5th Annual Golf to Cure Diabetes Event is May 13th Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is a growing epidemic in our country. On May 13, 2013 Michael’s Miracles is hosting the Fifth Annual Michael’s Miracles Golf Outing at Mattawang Golf Club in Hillsborough. Time: 9:00am - Shotgun Start (Minimum of 120 Golfers); Format: Scramble. Visit www.michaelsmiracles.net to register online or for more info. This year, the proceeds from the outing will benefit both the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Department of Pediatric/Division of Endocrinology and Michael’s Miracles Comfort Kits. The Comfort Kits are handed out to newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic patients at Robert Wood Johnson to assist families with the transition of living life with diabetes.
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Local Students from Storming Robots Win at AI-Oriented Robotics Tournament The Eighth US RobocupJunior, an artificial intelligence oriented robotics competition, was held at the Liberty Science Center on April 14, 2013. There were 44 teams with 169 participants from CA, NC, NJ, NY, PA. Storming Robots teams again filled the leaderboard in most of the Leagues. Team SR-chitects won First Place in the RoboRescue B League. The team is comprised of students Michael Xie, Andrew Amerman, Salil Pathare (all from BRHS), and Andre Gou (of Warrensville High School). Other Storming Robots teams also won First Place under the RoboSoccer/Primary League, RoboRescue A/Primary League, and Second Place under RoboDance/Primary League. RoboRescue involved tasks simulating rescuing victims from natural disasters. RoboRescueB involved deceivingly simple looking, but complex Maze configurations. This requires students to write algorithms usually studied in college advanced levels in computer science/engineering. Winning or not, “Hats Off” to all teams who have demonstrated self-initiative and perseverance in challenging themselves. What set these teams apart from many others: Throughout the course of 6+ hours at the competition, they had to make strategic and technical decisions to continuously improve themselves without a mentor’s presence. “These impressive youngsters have been trained to think independently and learned to be effective problem solvers,” said Elizabeth Mabrey, the director of Storming Robots, and one of the two sole mentors for all 13 teams from Storming Robots. Although the official confirmation has yet to be announced from the International RobocupJunior, all teams that won First Place will be invited to compete at the 2013 World Competition held in the city of Eindhoven in the Netherlands between June 24th and July 1st, 2013. At the World Tournament, they will have the opportunity to interface with hundreds of research scientists and engineers from around the world, and watch their amazing robotics apparati in action. Storming Robots, located in Branchburg, is an institution dedicated to building students’ computational thinking skills which is indispensable in science, technology, engineering, and math application. Visit Storming Robots online at www.stormingrobots.com.
Please visit www.bridgewatersoccer.com to register, get more information on BSA and the tryout schedule. BSA is a not-for profit organization that has been dedicated to youths of Bridgewater and Raritan for more than 35 years. If you are looking to give your son or daughter the opportunity to play with other highly skilled players, receive professional coaching and play for and against some of the best teams in New Jersey, then this is the right place. BSA teams play in various leagues including: Mid New Jersey, Mid-Atlantic Premier Soccer (MAPS), Jersey Area Girls Soccer (JAGS) and Region 1. The key to BSA’s success is the quality professional coaching used throughout the program. We don’t just use one professional training organization, but utilize the top instructors from a variety of programs. Did you know?? 95% of the players on the Bridgewater-Raritan High School boys and girls soccer teams played for B.S.A.? Have questions? Please send an email with your questions to bridgewatersoccertryouts@gmail.com.
May 2013
JCC Sponsors 12th Annual Golf Outing on June 10
The JCC is sponsoring its 12th Annual Golf Outing on June 10 at Raritan Valley Country Club in Bridgewater. Photo/Bernard DeLierre The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Bridgewater will be sponsoring its 12th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, June 10 at Raritan Valley Country Club in Bridgewater. The proceeds raised through the Golf Outing benefit The JCC Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to families and seniors in need. Registration is under way for the Golf Outing. The fee for a single golfer is $300 when received by May 1 ($325 after May 1), which includes 18 holes of golf, lunch, cocktail reception, dinner and
awards ceremony. The foursome fee is $1,200 when received by May 1 ($1300 after May 1). Single golfers are welcome; the JCC will create foursomes. Registration on June 10 begins at 10:30am with a 12 Noon shotgun start. Golfers have time on the driving range and putting green prior to the round of golf. Contests include Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Hole-in-One and Closest to the Line. Peapack-Gladstone Bank is the Title Sponsor of the Golf Outing. Hole-in-One prizes are provided by Flemington Car & Truck Country, Flemington Furs, and Bridgewater Nissan. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are still available, including tees and greens, and special competitions. The registration deadline for golfers and sponsors is May 17. In the event of rain, an alternate date will be announced on June 10. For a complete brochure and for further information on the Golf Outing, please contact Debbie Golden, JCC Special Projects & Marketing Director, at 908-725-6994 x210; e-mail DGolden@ssbjcc.org. Golf Outing information and on line registration is available at www.ssbjcc. org.
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On March 16th, the New Jersey State Dairy Quiz Bowl Competition took place at the Burlington County 4-H Extension office. Bridgewater residents Christina O’Brien (3rd from left) and Alanna Staffin (3rd from right) placed in the top 4 out of 11 kids, earning them a spot on the New Jersey State Dairy Quiz Bowl Team and will go on to compete at the National Holstein Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana July 7-11th. Alanna and Ariel Staffin (4th from left) will also be attending nationals to compete in public speaking and Christina O’Brien will be attending nationals to compete in the Tri-Fold competition on how to keep your cows hooves healthy. Jessica Brygier (far right) has aged out of being able to compete, however has come back as a Junior Coach and will be attending the national convention as well with Head Coach Nancy Kirby (far right).
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Opening Day Photos (Cont. from page 1)
Bridgewater Baseball/ Softball Opening Day Top Left: Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes, B-R Panthers catcher Josh Jankowski and Sparky Lyle pose for a picture after the opening pitch. Center Left: After his first hit, the youngest player for the boys, Richie Gardner (4 1/2) runs the bases. Bottom Left: The MacMath brothers Justin (13) and Brett (11) enjoy Opening Day with their dog, Frankie.
Bradley Gardens Baseball Opening Day Top Right: Phillies teammates take time out to enjoy hot dogs, chips and soda after the Opening Day ceremony. Center Right: Cubs players and coaches pose for a photo on Opening Day. Bottom Right: Phillies catcher Gabe Jentis, poses for a photo with Somerset Patriots Mascot Sparkee after catching the first pitch.
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PANTHER SPORTS Baseball - The 7-3 Panthers are racking up some impressive stats with 69 runs batted in, six regulars batting above .400, and pitching 48 strikeouts in the first 10 games this season. Their only loses are against top 20 teams and those games were hard fought battles. Led by captains Josh Jankowski (C/3B) and Kevin Hrubik (OF) the Panthers are seeded fifth in the Somerset County Tournament and will play at home versus North Plainfield in the second round. Nick Norcia (OF), Brandon Weidenfeld (P), Josh Posner (P), and Pat Saulino (1B/DH) complete the list of 6 seniors on the team.
Softball - Seniors Jordan Stephenson (SS) (.500) and Alyssa
Myrnyj (1B) (.360) are leading the Panthers in batting average and fellow seniors Nikki Thomas (CF) and Nicole Braun (2B) are burning up the bases with 5 stolen bases each. The Panthers (5-4) were seeded fourth in the Somerset County Tournament and will face either Bound Brook or Somerville on May 5th at home.
Boys Lacrosse - The boys lacrosse team has arguably the toughest
schedule in the state. Currently at 4-3 the Panthers have five games left in the regular season and four of them are against top twenty teams. The boys are up to the challenge and leading the attack are Tyler Konen-14 goals, 6 assists, Ryan Mygatt-11goals, 5 assists, Cody Ruperto-11 goals, 3 assists, and Griffin Figel-9 goals, 8 assists. On defense Jared Kaden and Andrew Hengemuhle are in front of goalie Don Stires.
Girls Lacrosse - The girls are scoring but not enough to overcome
their opponents. At 1-8 the Panthers continue to give their opponents a contest. Leading the scoring for the Panthers are seniors Rachel Yaney-22 goals, 3 assists, Dayle Paustian-11 goals, 6 assists, and Leanne Bak-10 goals, 2 assists and guarding the goal is senior Julia Santillo.
Boys Tennis - The Panthers are 9-3 with their only losses com-
ing from two top-ten teams. Junior Eric Tai is first singles, junior Brian Chen is second singles, and senior Andrew Statkevich is third singles. Junior Ameet Bhatt and senior Sunil Hebber play together at first doubles. Second doubles is manned by sophomore Henry Gitterman with alternating juniors Julian Yarmouth and Nedeem Hilal.
Above: Andrew Caola prepares for the pole vault. Above right: Caola clears the bar to take 1st Place at the Tri-Meet on Panthers (in black, l-r): Bryanna Hutzler, Morgan Lalevee, and April 2nd. Marisa Ruskan at the start of the 800m race at the April 2nd Tri-Meet at BRHS.
Boys Volleyball - Now at 8-5 the boys are looking forward to a
winning season and a good run during the state tournament. Seniors Jack Feisler, Bryan Finn, and Jason Geary are doing a great job on the front line with help from junior Mitchell Repak and sophomore Matt Morin. Setting for the Panthers is sophomore BJ Blair and at libero is senior Drew Undgereider.
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Page 26 Hamburg - John Steven Pirres, 33, passed away on March 14, 2013. Born in New Brunswick, he resided in Bridgewater for 28 years before moving to Hamburg four years ago. Mr. Pirres worked as a Learning Disability Specialist at Fairleigh Dickenson University in Madison for the past five years, where he graduated as an Honor Student with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Psychology. There, he taught learning skills at the Regional Center and was a faculty advisor for Phi Sigma Kappa. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Raritan - Nancy A. Mason, 74, died March 17, 2013. Nancy was employed as a lab technician for Hoechst Celanese in Branchburg for over 20 years before retiring in 2001. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Bound Brook - Genevieve (Jarza) Rusicki, 86, passed away March 18, 2013. Daughter of the late Konstanty and Florence Jarza, Genevieve was born in Poland , she came to the United States after World War II and worked as a seamstress for many years. She was a member of the the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America. She later worked at Sears in Watchung before retiring. She was a long-time parishioner of St. Mary of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church in Bound Brook. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Hillsborough - George V. Cole, 77, died March 18, 2013. George married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Arlene in 1956 and celebrated a beautiful marriage for over 51 years until her passing in 2007. George was a member of Local 11 in Newark and worked as an Ironworker and Welding instructor for 59 years. George was in the Navy Reserves. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Bedminster - Augustus W. “Gus” Vanderbeek Jr., 82, died March 19, 2013. Gus was born and raised in Somerville, formerly of Bridgewater for many years before moving to Bedminster in 1998. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. In 1964, Gus started his own business, The Gaston Ave Laundry and Dry Cleaners in Somerville which he ran proudly for over 46 years, before retiring in 2010. Gus was a lifelong communicant of Immaculate Conception RC Church in Somerville. He was a 1948 Somerville High School graduate. He enjoyed all sports and played volley ball for the Somerville Recreation League and in 2005 was inducted in the Somerville Athletic Hall of Fame. With more than four decades of officiating high school football games, he always looked forward to attending sporting events to cheer on his grandchildren. Gus and his family recently donated to the Somerville High School’s Dream of Turf Fields, where he was very honored that it was named the Brooks Field at Gus Vanderbeek Athletic Complex. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home.
Bedminster - Helen Barbara Van Hoesen, 90, died March 19, 2013. Barbara was a former member of the South Branch Reformed Church. Barbara loved animals and had many pets throughout the years. She also enjoyed spending time outdoors tending to her gardens, along with reading and doing crossword puzzles. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Somerville - Ann Blomquist, 73, died March 19, 2013. Ann was a sales associate for Zales Jewelers in Middlestown, NY where she enjoyed helping customers for over 20 years before retiring in 2010. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Bound Brook - Carmella Marie Ford, 85, died peacefully on March 21, 2013. Carmella was a lifetime communicant of St. Joseph’s Church where she was a Eucharistic Minister; member of Court Gloria # 462 Catholic Daughters, Rosary Altar Society, Merry Martha’s, Former Vice- President of the St. Joseph’s School PTA; Member of the Bound Brook Seniors; PastPresident of “Lady Elk’s” of the Bound Brook Elks Lodge # 1388. A women of faith, Carmella was so proud of receiving the Diocesan Medal “Regina Nostra”, presented by Most Reverend Paul G. Bootkoski. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Martinsville - William T. “Billy” Coull Jr., 61, died March 21, 2013. Billy was born and raised in Irvington before moving to Martinsville in 1991. He was previously employed at New Jersey Bell, Garden State Telephone, TelPlus Inc., and Siemans. He currently worked at New Jersey Transit as a Principal Network Engineer, retiring in June 2012. Arrangements were by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home.
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Obituaries Whitehouse Station – Rose M. Ciattarelli, 93, died on March 22, 2013. Rose was a Seamstress for the former Giddings & Co. in Raritan; a Communicant of St. Ann’s Church in Raritan; a devoted wife and mother, who loved to cook, sew, bake her famous lemon meringue pie, and cookies. Arrangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. Flemington - Pasquale Vizzoni, 77, passed away on March 22, 2013. Born in Calabria, Italy, Pasquale immigrated to the United States in 1954 where he married his love from Italy, Anna Barritta. Following Pasquale’s arrival to the United States he founded and grew his home building business, Vizzoni Brothers, during which time he also established and grew the Bridgewater Manor. He had a lifetime passion for breeding and racing his thoroughbreds. Pasquale was a member of the Thoroughbred Horseman’s Association and the Spilingese Social Club in Newark. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Clinton – Ruth Ann Lundvall, 93, died on March 23, 2013. Ruth was a Graphic Artist for Lucent Technology in Old Bridge, NJ. She was a kind, caring, generous person, who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Arrangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. Manville- Zdzislaw Jackowski, 73, died peacefully on March 24, 2013. Zdzislaw was a mechanic for Degussa Corporation in South Plainfield for 20 years where he retired in 2007. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Bridgewater - Sarah M. Brown, 83, died March 24, 2013. In her
early years, Sarah worked for the Pennsylvania Telephone Company and was known as operator number nine. She volunteered for many years for the Salvation Army during the holidays. Arrangements were handled by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Branchburg - Jean L. Catrone, 76, passed away on March 25, 2013. Mrs. Catrone worked for Johnson and Johnson Company as a Q.A. Technician for twenty eight years, retiring in 1998. Jean was an active member of Immaculate Conception R.C. Church in Somerville. She was a NASCAR enthusiast and enjoyed sewing. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Somerville - Nancy Mastrianni, 93, died peacefully March 25, 2013. Nancy owned and operated along with her late husband Jesse, Masters Electronic Supply, originally in Somerville then relocating in Raritan, for over 33 years, retiring 1983. Arrangements were by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Bridgewater - John R. Logwin, 67, died March 28, 2013 after a lengthy illness. John was born in New York City was raised in Istanbul and Hong Kong before returning stateside in the 1960s. He lived in the Franklin Township area of Somerset and Milltown before moving to Bridgewater in 1978. He was employed as an engineer at Hoechst Celanese in Summit and Chatham, retiring in 2002. Arrangements were by Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home. Bridgewater- Edward C. Mleczko, 63, entered into eternal rest on April 2, 2013. Ed was a lifelong resident of Bridgewater. Ed worked as a carpenter for the Carpenters Union Local 455 in Somerville for 41 years retiring in 2010. Ed was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post 12 in Somerville. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Bridgewater – Emiliana Cerilles, 90, died on April 2, 2013. She was born in Danao, Philippines on January 5, 1923 to her parents Alfonso and Natividad Matbagon Lao. Ar-
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May 2013 rangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. Bridgewater- Evelyn G. Minichino, 91, entered eternal rest on April 5, 2013. Daughter of the late Benjamin and Freida Grassman, Evelyn was born in Newark and lived most of her life in Bridgewater. She was a homemaker. Arrangements were by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Branchburg - Linda Irene Nicoll May, 62, passed away on April 5, 2013. Mrs. May graduated from Muhlenberg School of Nursing in Plainfield and worked as a Registered Nurse for 35 years in the GI Units at both Somerset Medical Center in Somerville and JFK Medical Center in Edison. Arrangements were handled by Branchburg Funeral Home. Hillsborough – Serafina Fedorova, 95, died on April 5, 2013. Serafina was an Engineer for the Government Agency. Arrangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. Bridgewater - Mildred Mock, 90, died April 5, 2013. Mildred had lived in Manville before moving to Bridgewater in 1952. A longtime resident of Bridgewater, she resided in the Township for almost 60 years. Mildred was employed for more than 25 years with Ethicon Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company, retiring in 1984. For many years, she was a homemaker and enjoyed raising her family, serving as an active volunteer in her church and volunteering as a den mother for Cub Scouts. For 65 years, Mildred was a communicant of Saints Peter & Paul Orthodox Church in Manville. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Whitehouse Station - Charles C.”Chuck” Tribel, 66, died peacefully at home on April 5, 2013. Chuck lived in Jersey City before moving to Whitehouse Station 16 years ago. He was a Social Worker for Hudson County Division of Social Services for 43 years retiring in 2010; prior, he taught English and
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History. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Somerville – John Manzo, Jr., 80, died on April 6, 2013. John was an Elevator Installer for Dover Elevator Company in Dover, NJ. He served in the Navy during the Korean War; was a Member of Local #1 in New York City; was a Deacon and Elder in the Readington Reformed Church. Arrangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. Bound Brook - Rosemarie Pinto, 83, died peacefully on April 6, 2013. Rosemarie was born in Raritan, lived 7 years in Somerville then moved to Bound Brook in 1957. She was a homemaker. Rosemarie was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Bound Brook. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home. Raritan – Michael J. Derzack, 81, died on April 7, 2013. Michael was a Factory Worker for Johns Manville for (26) years; a Custodian for Bridgewater East & West High Schools in Bridgewater, NJ for (15) years; served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War; was a Member for the Manville V.F. W. Post #2290; and was a Communicant for St. Joseph’s Church in Raritan. Arrangements were handled by Bongiovi Funeral Home. South Plainfield – Shantaben Patel, 98, died on April 9, 2013. Arrangements were handled by India Funeral Service. Somerset - William J. “Vosh” Babansky, 48, died on April 15, 2013. Vosh was a graduate of the DeVry Technical Institiute. He worked 22 years for Quad Graphics as an electrical technician. Arrangements were handled by Bridgewater Funeral Home.
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Central Jersey Housing Resource Center Presents FREE Financial Education Program The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) will offer a nationally recognized financial education program, “Money in Motion©”, on May 15, 2013 from 5:15 to 8:30 pm. This FREE program will be held at the Franklin Township Library, 485 DeMott Lane, Somerset, New Jersey. Participants will learn how to budget and start saving, helping them reach their financial goals. By attending Money in Motion©, participants can receive sound, practical money-management skills. Clients who complete the Money in Motion© program gain a number of distinct advantages including a solid background in understanding how credit works. Executive Director Sharon Clark states, “Financial education has always been an important part of our programs. We work with our clients and help them improve their credit, reduce their debt, increase their credit knowledge, and change their money management habits.” Pre-registration is required. To register or to get more information, please call 908-704-9649 (mailbox 6) or email cjhrc@ verizon.net. You can also get information or register online by visiting our website, www. cjhrc.org. A light dinner will be served.
BINGO Night to Benefit Middle Earth Come have fun and win fantastic prizes while supporting programs to help local youth develop into responsible and productive members of our community. Middle Earth, a nonprofit organization that has served local youth for four decades, hosts BINGO on the fourth Thursday of every month in the cafeteria at the Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School at 14 Vogt Drive in Bridgewater. The monthly event will take place on May 23 and June 27. Admission to the event is $5 per person, which includes one three-on-board card. Prize payout is guaranteed at over $1,000. There will be three 50/50 raffles held throughout the night, as well. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the games beginning at 7:00 p.m. Food, prepared by the Vo-Tech’s culinary students, will be available for purchase. All of the BINGO proceeds will support Middle Earth’s programs that serve youth in Somerset County.
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Relay For Life Event Helps Mark American Cancer Society’s 100th Birthday On May 17th more than 800 walkers will go around the clock in the battle against cancer when the American Cancer Society Relay For Life gets underway. Teams of supporters will gather at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater at 6pm to help the Society mark a major milestone in the fight against cancer. During the Relay For Life event, participants camp out overnight at the park and take turns walking around a track. Registration can be done online prior to the event at www.RelayForLife. org/BridgewaterNJ. Cancer Survivors are invited to a complimentary dinner reception beginning at 6pm – RSVP to Brandie.Engelberger@cancer.org. One of the most touching moments during a Relay For Life event is the Luminaria Ceremony which takes place after sundown. Participants will circle a track that is surrounded with glowing luminaria that bears the name of someone who has battled cancer. Luminaria may be purchased for $10 by calling 973.285.8029 or by visiting www.RelayForLife.org/BridgewaterNJ. Funds raised at Relay For Life help the American Cancer Society get even closer to bringing an end to cancer as we know it. To learn more about Relay For Life, please call 1-800-227-2345 or visit RelayForLife.org.
Bridgewater Township Spring Rabies Clinics The Bridgewater Health Department strongly urges all Township residents to have their dogs and cats immunized against rabies. Rabies in wildlife, especially raccoons, continues to be a public health concern in New Jersey as well as Bridgewater Township. The best defense against rabies is prompt vaccination of domestic animals. Township residents may bring their pets to be immunized against rabies at one of the following clinics. Tuesday – May 7 at Martinsville Firehouse, Mt. Horeb & Washington Valley Road; Dogs only 6-7 p.m.; Cats only 7-8 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at Bradley Gardens Firehouse, 24 Old York Road; Dogs only 9-10 a.m.; Cats only 10-11 a.m. Tuesday – May 14 at Finderne Firehouse, 672 East Main Street; Dogs only 6-7 p.m. Cats only 7-8 p.m. Saturday – May 25 at Green Knoll Firehouse, North Bridge Street & Foothill Road; Dogs only 9-10 a.m.; Cats only 10-11 a.m. It is extremely important that all dogs brought to the clinic be securely leashed and accompanied by an adult. All cats must be leashed or contained in a secure box or carrier. Current license information will speed processing but is not necessary for a vaccination. All rabies vaccinations will be provided to pets free of charge.
VoTech Students to Hold Ponytail Drive & Cut-A-Thon on May 11th Ms. Julie Strober-Francis’ Cosmetology classes, along with the help of Girl Scout Troop 60804, will be hosting a Ponytail Drive for Pantene’s Beautiful Lengths program as part of their Semi-Annual Cut-A-Thon on May 11, 2013 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Girls Scout Troop 60804 will be working towards obtaining their Bronze Award by helping with this event at Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School. As part of the Cut-A-Thon, additional services will be offered, including: $4 Mini manicure, $3 Paraffin Treatment, $4 & Up Facial Waxing, $5 Hairstyle, $7 Haircut (**Anyone making a ponytail donation will receive their haircut for FREE**), $10 Haircut and Style, $10 Deep Conditioning Treatment. To donate, your hair must be: at least 8 inches long (no maximum length; but if wavy or curly it must be measured when straight), free of permanent color, bleach or other chemical treatments (such as Japanese straightening; however vegetable dyes, semi-permanent dyes and rinses are acceptable), and no more than 5% gray. All hair will be donated to Pantene’s Beautiful Lengths program and all monetary proceeds from the event will be donated to Cure Search for Childhood Cancer Research.
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Classified Ads Marketing Associate, Customer Service Specialist Openings: Somerset technology company recruiting responsible candidates: excellent communication skills to interact with customers, proficient on MSOffice, detailoriented, engineering or science background plus. Contact: email sales@ascentta.com or call 732868-1766. Summer Day Camp in Bridgewater: Looking for Ropes Course Specialist – no experience required, we will train. Tennis Specialist and Senior Counselors, college age & older. Apply online at www.ssbjcc.org (go to camp page). Seeking PT Programming, Electronic, Math Instructors for age 8-14. Experience working with, and good rapport with age 8-14; Excellent GPA; Plus: have robotics experience. Email Resume: jobs@stormingrobots. com or call 908-595-1010. Summer Work for Students in Bridgewater: Flex 10-25 hr work schedules; 1 mile from RVCC. Looking for fun and outgoing people; customer service and sales; no exp nec. 17+ to apply. $18 base/appt. call for info 732-384-0188. Prekindergarten Teacher: Immediate full-time job opening at accredited school in Branchburg. Energetic, positive person with family friendly values. Educational opportunities available and we will train. Call 908-2317800. English Tutor - Reading comprehension, writing, grammar foundations, vocabulary development, SAT/ACT/PARCC prep, college essay. Age 9-adult. Personal, professional in-home tutoring. Reasonable rates. References. Results. www.inkwings.com/tutor. Call Linda Lanza at 732.940.0126, tutor@ inkwings.com. Private Dog Boarding, Daycare and Dog Walking Services: “Snoopy’s Slumber Parties” In my clean, safe, cozy home; Insured; Crate Free! Large, fenced in area. Reasonable Rates. Book now for Memorial Day and Summer dates. Call: 908 203-0690. Real Estate: Selling Your Home or Estate Property? Call me for a complimentary market analysis. I buy homes for cash! George Pantozzi, Broker/Associate, Prudential New Jersey Properties, 908-392-2677 or 908-874-3400 x324, georgepantozzi@hotmail. com.
Lucky You Consignment Boutique: New fabulous finds of ladies/men clothes, accessories and home decor. Designers include Calvin Klein, Ann Taylor, Coach, Chicos and more. 19 Main St., High Bridge; 908-6175033; www.luckyyou.comcastbiz.net. Piano Instruction: All ages and styles. Degreed; B.A., M.M., 25 yrs experience. Call 908-7048620. Music Lessons: First Lesson $10. Learn Guitar, Bass Guitar, Harmonica and/or Keyboard. Lessons in my Branchburg home. Degreed with years of teaching and performance experience. Call 908-231-0492. Ken’s Stump Grinding – Removal of uprooted tree stumps of all sizes. Free Estimates and Fully Licensed and Insured. Call 908-231-0247 or 908-720-2662. Repair Screens Bridgewater/ Somerset Area: Pickup & Delivery or bring your screens to me. Call Fred for prices: 908580-0341 or 908-247-1994.
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Landscaping Services: Spring Clean-ups; full lawn care services; wood cut, split and stacked. Call Chris at 848-702-2052. Carpenter with 25 years experience available for any and all small jobs around the house. Free estimates, Fully insured, References available. Call Ron at 908-256-9128. Furnished Room for Rent in Basking Ridge; minutes from 78 and 287; corporate only; includes cleaning service, use of facilities, kitchen, internet, cable, and utilites. $900/month. Call Geri - 908-781-6515. Home Care Provider - Looking to provide excellent care for your loved one in-home. CHHA references upon request. 25 years experience. Local areas please. Call Jody at 908-255-9942.
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