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Mold, HVAC repairs cost schools more than $738k By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

District officials recently revealed that an unexpected flare up of mold at Hillsborough High School earlier this year and district-wide repairs to the districts’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems resulted in a hefty price tag. During the Hillsborough Board of Education meeting on Monday, Board President Gregory Gillette said the costs were outlined during the April 5 meeting of the district’s operations committee.

“We had a question from the public about the costs incurred by the district ... and [Business Adminisrator Aiman] looked into that,” he said. According to the district’s figures, the final cost for mold remediation in various parts throughout Hillsborough High School was approximately $512,000. Of that amount, Gillette said insurance covered approximately $187,000, leaving the school district responsible for approximately $325,000 of the final bill. The mold issue at the high school initially came to the fore-

front just as the 2016-17 instructional year was about to begin. Back in September, Superintendent Dr. Jorden Schiff reported that there were approximately a dozen areas throughout high school that had been barred from use due to the presence of dark mold spores. Officials at that time said they were immediately working to address the issue, but by the end of October, Mahmoud reported at a later meeting that some of the affected areas were still shuttered. Around that same time, officials reported that issues with the

district’s HVAC systems throughout each of its schools resulted in rooms that were uncomfortably hot during the early weeks and frigid during the winter months. Near the end of the school year’s first week, educators were forced to employ different tactics to cool their rooms and the students under their tutelage when unseasonably warm weather pushed the temperatures up to 95 degrees in some instances. For some teachers and faculty, the best option was to cycle classrooms through existing air conditioned areas, such as school

libraries or auditoriums. Much to the dismay of teachers at the time, that decision often disrupted instructional time. Gillette said on Monday that work has been done to the HVAC systems and that those repairs cost approximately $413,000. Unlike the mold remediation costs, however, the district was forced to foot the entire bill. District Community Outreach Coordinator Kia Bergman said the pair of unanticipated costs, which totaled approximately $738,000, was covered by the district’s surSee REPAIRS, Page 9A

Man faces murder charges after allegedly stabbing parents

A fatal altercation between a 27 year-old Bridgewater man and his parents shut down a residential community for nearly three hours on Monday, leaving detectives to determine the motive behind the alleged attack. Michael Litwornia was charged with first degree homicide and second degree aggravated assault after allegedly stabbing his parents in their Washington Valley Road home. According to officials at the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office, the incident started when the Bridgewater Police Department received a report at approximately 8:20 p.m. of a stabbing victim outside the home, located between Crim Road and Tullo Road. Upon arriving at the scene, police said they located the man suffering from severe stab wounds and lacerations. He told officers that his son, Michael, attacked him. His name was not released. Shortly afterward, police said additional officers arrived at the home and found Helen Litwornia, 61, also with stab and cut wounds. Medical personnel and officers on the scene tended to both individuals, but Helen was pronounced dead at the scene. The prosecutor’s office said the man was “transported to an area trauma center, where he underwent emergency surgery.” He was listed in critical condition. Attempts by responding officers to make contact with Litwornia, who had barricaded himself inside the house, proved fruitless, police said. A perimeter around the home was established and nearby residents were either evacuated or ordered to shelter in place as the

situation unfolded. Somerset County SWAT and Hostage/Crisis Negotiators were subsequently called to the scene. Detectives from the Bridgewater Township Police Department and the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, as well as the Crime Scene Investigations and Forensics Unit and the New Jersey Northern Regional Medical Examiner’s Office were also on hand to conduct the investigation. After multiple refusals by Litwornia to communicate with negotiators, a mechanical robot was sent into the home and used to locate him lying on a couch. At approximately 11 p.m., officials said SWAT members entered the home and made contact with Litwornia, who attempted to grab a sharp object before being subdued and taken into custody. Officials said Litwornia had self-inflicted wounds on his body when they apprehended him. As a result, he was transported to an area hospital for treatment, where he remains under police guard. Once released, he will be taken to the Somerset County Jail. Somerset County Prosecutor Michael Robertson said the incident is currently under investigation by local and county agencies, with detectives attempting to establish a motive for the attack. Robertson, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of See STABBING, Page 5A

Keeping in time As the HHS Raider Marching Band (pictured above) gears up for the 2017 season, the Hillsborough Band Parents Association (HBPA) will hold its annual fundraising effort on May 16 during the High School Freshman Band, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble’s Spring Concert. Tickets for a raffle will have participants vying for a night out on Broadway worth $1,500 and other high ticket items. The free concert and fundraiser will take place at the high school’s auditorium on at 9 p.m.

New positions, personnel adjustments added to proposed 2017-18 school budget By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

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The salaries of three new guidance counselors for elementary schools in Hillsborough Township have been added to the proposed 2017-18 school budget. The decision was outlined by Board President Gregory Gillette and other district officials during the board of education meeting on Monday, who reported that each of the district’s committees agreed with the move. “We discussed adding three guidance counselors to the district

so that each elementary school would have its own guidance counselor,” Gillette said. As it stands, the district employs three counselors to serve its six elementary schools. With the additional staff, officials said the counseling needs of the schools’ students and staff will be more easily addressed. The news came weeks after much of the April 3 board meeting was spent praising Auten Road Intermediate School’s counselor Angela Cleveland, who had been named the 2017 New Jersey School Counselor of the Year.

“As school counselors, we make sure that our students have a place in our schools, in our district, in our community, in our state, our country and our world we make sure that everyone is included,” she said earlier this month. In order to make room for the budget changes, Gillette said Superintendent Dr. Jorden Schiff will present a final budget on May 8 that will see the elimination of tech coach and one transitional primary (TP) teacher positions. Despite those changes, district spokeswoman Kia Bergman as-

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serted that the budget would not bring any staff reductions with it, as the changes would be made “with existing personnel based on enrollment fluctuation.” In the case of TP, Gillette said enrollment was nearly half of what the district’s four TP teachers could handle. “We are currently overstaffed in TP as far as the amount of students currently in TP,” Gillette said. “We have the capacity for 88 students, but we only have 49.” The three counseling positions will also be paid for through a reSee BUDGET, Page 5A

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CALENDAR East Amwell Historical Society talk

Fri. April 21 - East Amwell Historical Society member John Allen shares the findings of his research using the 1870 Federal Census alongside the 1873 Beers map to create a fascinating snapshot of the township in the late 19th century at the municipal building on April 21. Allen will highlight the risky lives led by many of our predecessors. With 42 percent of the heads of households in town listing “Farmer” as their occupation and an additional 21 percent identifying themselves as “farm laborers,” East Amwell was clearly a rural, agricultural community. No reservations are necessary; cost is $5 with all proceeds benefiting the Historical Society’s work to restore the Clawson House. East Amwell Township Hall is located at 1070 Route 202/31 in East Amwell.

Hillsborough Band Clothing Drive

Sat. April 22 - The Hillsborough Band Parents Association will host a used clothing drive on April 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the front entrance of Hillsborough High School. Gently used articles of clothing for all seasons and ages will be accepted. Donated clothes must be dropped off in tightly sealed plastic bags. Other items, like select baby accessories, household items, bicycles and toys will also be accepted. No VCR tapes, CDs, books or large outdoor toys will be accepted.

All proceeds will go directly to the Hillsborough band.

4-H carnival Sat. April 22 - The Somerset County 4-H Association is pleased to invite the public to its 2nd Annual Spring Carnival. This event will be held on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Ted Blum 4-H Center located at 310 Milltown Road in Bridgewater. Admission for the carnival is $12 per participant, which is all-inclusive for games, activities, crafts and prizes. Adults are free. There will also be food for sale such as hot dogs, pizza, cotton candy and popcorn. The carnival will once again have a petting zoo, face painting, magic shows, and many other ways for families to have fun. In addition, 4-H staff will be on hand to provide information about the 4-H Youth Development Program in Somerset County. All proceeds will go toward supporting the Somerset County 4-H Youth Development Program. For additional information visit www.4histops.org, email somersetcounty4h@co.som erset.nj.us, or call 908-5268242.

Motors & Mutts Sun. April 23 - The Manville-Hillsborough Elks #2119 will host its fifth annual Dog Adoption Day and team up with the ninth annual Joann Miller Memorial Motorcycle Run on Sunday, April 23. This combination ride and pet rescue familyfriendly and BBQ event is open to the public and all ages. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the Manville-

Hillsborough Elks Lodge at 1500 Brooks Blvd., Hillsborough. Picnic fare and beverages will be available. The Dog Adoption event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the run benefit the Beagle Rescue League, and K9 Soldiers through the Argos Project to fund service dogs for Veterans in need, and the Plainfield Area Humane Society. The run begins at the historic Chatterbox DriveIn, located at 1 NJ-15, Augusta. Check-in and registration takes place from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Kickstands are up at 10:45 a.m. Registration is $20 per person and includes full complimentary continental breakfast as well as admission to the picnic. For additional information, call 908-725-1717.

Run Around The Park Sun. April 23 - Come enjoy Hillsborough’s newest fun run at the Ann Van Middlesworth Park. The fourth annual Run Around the Park is a noncompetitive, recreational, three-mile fun run/walk. Walkers are welcome. This race is open to all ages, with check-in time starting at 8 a.m. and the race kicking off at 9 a.m. Sign up as an individual, or get a group of friends together and come as a team. After the run, join us for breakfast and music. Preregistration is required: Adults - $25, children under 12 - $20.

ration Award at the Mid-Atlantic District Championship and have since qualified to represent Hillsborough at the FIRST World Championships in St. Louis, MO. To help fund the trip, the team will host a pancake breakfast at the Applebee’s on Route 206 from 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday, April 23. Tickets are $10. For more information, contact Sam Hoffman at sam.hoffman@roboraiders.com.

Blood drive Wed. April 26 - The Hillsborough Township Volunteer Fire Company #3 Auxiliary will hold a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Wed. April 26 from 2-7 p.m at 324 Woods Road. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code Woods Road.

Community health fair Thurs. April 27 - Get to know more about community and county resources for your health during the Community Health Fair at Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 27, health demonstrations, free screenings, a blood drive, facility tours and much more will be available to all attendees. For more information, call 908-369-8711 or send an email to olivia@foothillacres.com.

Team 75 pancake Roast beef dinner breakfast Sat. April 29 - A roast Sun. April 23 - Hillsborbeef dinner will be held at ough High School’s FIRST the South Branch Reformed Robotics Team 75 recently Church, 870 River Road, won the Engineering InspiHillsborough at 4:30-7 p.m.

Jane Staats, Democratic candidates for township committee. The event, starting at noon, will take place at 308 East Mountain Road. ConClothing and Toy tact Anne Iannone to RSVP at 908-359-5188 or send an Drive at school email to event@borodems.org. SugSat. April 29 - From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 29, gested donation: $30 per perthe annual Woods Road Ele- son, $50 per family. mentary School Clothing and Toy Drive will be held Summer at the front of the school. Basketball Camp The Clothing Drive helps the Woods Road The Dan Schantz BasketSchool and Home Associa- ball Camp has announced tion fund projects for the the camp dates for this sumschool. Funds received are mer. Once again, the camp based on the weight of the will be held at Mary, Mother items donated. Acceptable of God, in Hillsborough. items in well-tied plastic The camp, in its eleventh bags include: wearable and season, will be directed by usable clothing, shoes, belts, Dan Schantz, former Assishandbags, backpacks, hats, gloves, scarves, pillows, tant Varsity Basketball blankets, quilts, sheets, cur- Coach at St. Patrick High tains, table linens, stuffed School in Elizabeth. There animals, bikes and hard will be three sessions offered toys. this summer: Contact Lara Schachter Week #1: June 26th at lara_schachter@mckin- 30th, is open to girls in sey.com or Nicole Radis at grades 5 through 8 (as of nicoleradis@gmail.com for September 2017) more information. Week #2: July 10th 14th, is open to boys in Kids Clothing, Book & Toy Sale grades 5 through 8 Week #3: July 24th Sat. April 29 - The Ne- 28th, is open to boys in shanic Reformed Church grades 5 through 8 Christian Nurturing Center, This camp will focus on located at 715 Amwell the fundamentals of basketRoad, will be holding its an- ball and will include connual fundraiser sale of pretests, games, prizes, lectures loved infant and children’s and drills. All campers will clothing, books and toys. Most items $1. Cash only. participate in three full court Contact the church office at games per day and receive a 908-369-4542 for informa- camp T-shirt. For a camp brochure, or tion or visit www.neshanimore information, please creformedchurch.org. contact Dan Schantz at All American s c h a n t z b b a l l BBQ camp@gmail.com, or call 908-334-3771. Sun. April 30 - Enjoy good food, good company, Continuing and a fantastic opportunity to meet Harry Burke and events

Adults $15, children 6-10 $6, and children under 5 are free. For reservations, call 908-369-4956. Take outs will be available.

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Robert Wood Johnson expanding emergency department Regional hospital cites added communities served by EMS as reason

The healthcare provider selected to replace the paid EMS staff in Hillsborough recently announced a 20,000 square foot expansion to its emergency department. Earlier this month, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and RWJ Barnabas Health revealed the plan, citing the addition of a number of municipalities to their coverage area, including Hillsborough. According to RWJ officials, the expansion project at the New Brunswick hospital will add “more than 100 private treatment areas for patients ... [and] a new ambulance bay [that] will accommodate eight ambulances at one time.” In addition, the department’s radiology imaging capacity will be expanded as a result. “The diverse communities we serve continue to grow with evolving health care needs,” RWJUH President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Antoniades said. “As an academic medical center and a leader in emergency and trauma care, more people than ever before seek our services. This project will give us the ability to meet this demand now and in the future.” Last month, the township committee unanimously approved a move to

make RWJ the township‘s EMS provider, replacing Hillsborough Emergency Medical Services Corporation (HEMs) in the process. Committeeman Greg Burchette was not involved in the vote due to concerns over a potential conflict of interest. RWJ was the sole entity to submit a bid for the township’s EMS needs. Following the decision, HEMs Chief David Gwin said he and his lawyer were planning to file litigation against the township. Under the approved bid, RWJ will provide two ambulances to the township on a 24-hour basis, with two additional ambulances stationed on the municipality’s borders as backups. The bid also cited “13 ambulances available within Somerset and Middlesex counties” as additional resources. Though the bid from RWJ covers basic life support and standby services for community events, other Courtesy photo services like extrication and water rescue will be handled An architect’s rendering of the emergency department expansion at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital by the township’s fire com- shows what the project could look like when completed next year. panies. Though the project will take multiple phases, officials said the emergency department will remain open. The first phase will begin in May and continue to July Classifieds Great Content Local News 2018.

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Late April is time to cram for A.P. exams

By Susan Alaimo

The highest level of courses offered in high school are Advanced Placement (AP) courses. They are offered in a wide variety of more than 30 academic subjects, including Studio Arts, Music Theory, Psychology, Micro and Macro Economics, Government and Politics, Calculus, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, U.S. and World History, and many foreign languages, including Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, French, German and Italian. Not every high school offers the full gamut of AP courses, and some high schools do not offer any at all. The good news about AP courses is that they give students an opportunity to do college level work while still in high school. Towards the end of the school year, in early May, students can take AP exams which are written by College Board - the same company that offers the PSAT and SAT. AP exams are typically about three hours long, and students are graded on a scale of 1 to 5. Students who score a 5 or 4 on an AP exam are frequently offered college credits. Some colleges even offer credit for an AP score of 3. The bad news about AP courses is that they can add additional stress to a student’s high school experience. When high school students apply to competitive colleges, the criteria for acceptance includes consideration of how competitive a course load the students took. When a high school offers a vast number of AP courses, top students often feel obliged to take as many of these courses as possible in order to be competitive with their peers with whom they may be vying for the same college seats. Ideally, students who are academically prepared to do college level work should choose AP courses in subjects compatible to their college plans. In other words, students planning to enter the medical field might take AP Biology and/or Chemistry. Students with hopes of becoming engineers or architects might favor AP Calculus. Students who are considering a college major in Psychology or Economics would do well to take the coinciding AP course in high school to confirm their talent for, and interest in, the field. Students who take several AP courses during their high school years, and are successful on their AP exams, should take note of which colleges offer credit for the courses. Most colleges do offer credit; but some do not. By attending a college that gives credit for high scoring AP exams, students have greater opportunities to take additional courses. This often allows students to double major, take a major and a minor, or even graduate a semester or year early. Students who put in the time and effort to do college level work while still in high school should be sure to reap the rewards! Susan Alaimo is the founder and director of SAT Smart in Hillsborough that has been offering PSAT, SAT, and ACT preparation courses, as well as private tutoring by IVYLeague educated instructors, for more than 20 years. Visit www.SATsmart.com.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Committee sold out its taxpayers in RWJ deal To the editor: Since March 28, when the township committee voted to contract with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) for ambulance services and announced there would be a twomonth transition from Hillsborough Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) to RWJUH, there has been very little information in the press about the opposition to the vote or the progress of the transition. The township has used the weekly township newsletter to show a video clip from the March 28 meeting of Committeeman Frank DelCore, who said he has “the unenviable task of being the Emergency Services liaison lead for this year.” These remarks were made before the vote was taken to eliminate the HEMS/Hillsborough Rescue Squad and contract with RWJUH, and before a roomful of people had a chance to go the microphone, giving three hours of personal and professional testimony as to why Hillsborough should keep HEMS. So why is the clip entitled “Hillsborough Officials Explain EMS Decision?” They presumably shouldn’t have decided yet…but obviously they had! In the video, DelCore explains that “sustainable” means “financially viable,” but says nothing as to how or why HEMS is not financially viable, only what the township recurring costs and donations are, which are quite reasonable on a per-family basis. He goes on to explain that it was for sustainability that they sought out the Fitch report in the first place and issued an RFP for Basic Life Support “which is what we have today…plus rescue.” It is clear the RWJ response to the RFP did not include rescue, but then DelCore goes on to say that “RWJ services are equal or greater than what we have today.” Wrong! Further, he says rescue will be picked up by the fire companies, who are “already providing some of that today.” Really? Well, they aren’t providing today any rescue that HEMS is providing today, and that’s a lot. And they are not going to do it for free! Do residents understand that our fire budget is separate and additional to the municipal budget and that that all costs passed on to the fire company for rescue equipment and training are still

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Unite to prevent heart disease and stroke in women To the editor:

Our mothers, daughters, sisters and friends are at risk. Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year—more than all cancers combined. Fortunately, we can change that because 80 percent of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action. The American Heart Association Go Red For Women movement, nationally sponsored by Macy’s and CVS Health, inspires women to make lifestyle changes, mobilize communities and shape policies to save lives. United, we are working to improve the health of all women. Through the outreach and efforts of Go Red For Women, about 293 fewer women in the U.S. die from heart disease and stroke each day. We Go Red to help create a culture of health for women and their families. Why? Life is why. As chairwoman of the 15th Annual Garden State Go Red For Women Luncheon, I want women across the state to be more aware of their heart health. The luncheon, set for Friday, May 19 at the Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village, will help raise critical funds for the nation’s top killers. Let’s unite for a day of awareness, education and inspiration. Together, we can prevent heart disease and stroke. It’s time to put our hearts into it and Go Red For Women. For more information on the Garden State Go Red For Women Luncheon, v i s i t GardenStateGoRedLuncheon.Heart.org .

Stephern Allison, DHSc, PA,MBA Chair, Garden State Go Red For Women Luncheon Vice President of Cardiovascular Services and Care Management at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

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going to have to be paid by taxpayers? Did anyone notice that the fire budget went up $800,000 this year without new rescue costs? We actually have a public vote on our fire budget on a Saturday in February, when a few hundred people vote. So I guess that the “savings” to the municipal budget will land in the fire budget as a “cost.” And if the rescue costs add another $600,000-$800,000 to the fire budget, this township committee won’t care because they only care about reducing the municipal portion of our taxes. As taxpayers, we care about all taxation, and we certainly care about our people being safe. This is a huge and diverse township, with highways, rural roads, mountains, farmland, woodland, rivers and streams. We are talking about extrication from car accidents, water rescues, farm machinery accidents, lost hikers, horseback riding accidents, flooding, snow … are you getting the idea yet? Is the township committee? If DelCore really cared about the safety of residents, he would not call his liaison task “unenviable.” Where is the due diligence by the township committee regarding all the ramifications of making this HEMS-ending decision? Have they asked RWJ what their typical Basic Life Support (BLS) bill will cost the patient, whether Advanced Life Support (ALS) costs will be added to these bills, and how these bill rates are handled by Medicare and various insurance companies? What will they charge people without insurance? How about asking what their collection processes will look like? Who will provide mutual aid to an organization that has swallowed up business in our surrounding towns? Have they seen any real RWJUH performance actuals from other client towns? And what about that conflict of interest? The township committee has gone for the big goose egg, the $0 quote from RWJUH. They went for it a long time ago, tax-paying residents and ambulance/rescue victims notwithstanding. They have sold out HEMS and sold out our residents. It’s time to recognize their at-best superficial approach to this, at worst severely conflicted behavior. It’s time to force them to rescind this decision now and then vote them out in November.

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Science education is a national priority By Jim Waltman

A new concern is about to take center stage in Washington. Consternation that our national government is dismissing science, rejecting evidence-based decisionmaking, and poised to make drastic cuts to funding for research has prompted a national “March for Science” on Earth Day (April 22). The event, to be held in Washington, DC and in Princeton, Trenton and other locations around the country, is aimed at both celebrating and defending science. Organizers hope that the March for Science will affect how policy-makers consider and make decisions on an array of pressing national issues. Another core concern of the March is the quality of science education in our schools—an issue that has long been a national priority. Students in the United States have consistently re-

ceived mediocre ratings in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and math) compared to their counterparts in other nations, which has led to fears of declining global economic competitiveness. In response to these fears, new approaches to teaching science have emerged. The Watershed Association has made it a high priority to work with New Jersey schools to improve science education by helping them implement a new strategy called the “Next Generation Science Standards” (NGSS). NGSS places a greater emphasis on scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, and much less focus on simply memorizing facts and terms. NGSS was created by the National Research Council, the National Science Teachers Association, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and an organization called

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Achieve, in collaboration with more than two dozen states and other stakeholders in science, science education, higher education, and industry. The program represents a shift in how we think about education from the traditional model of teaching students factual information to a new approach that challenges them to think critically and attempt to address real world issues. The new standards entail the teaching of eight scientific “practices,” which include asking questions and defining problems, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, engaging in argument from evidence, designing solutions and communicating information. A recent column in Education Week by researcher Kirsten Daehler suggests that organizations like the Watershed can play a critical role in implementing NGSS. Daehler writes that “many

districts and schools lack the in-house expertise to ensure teachers are thoroughly grounded in life, earth, and physical science. To make up for this deficit, many local education agencies have successfully partnered with outside organizations to provide content expertise that complements in house support from district instructional coaches, lead teachers, and staff developers.” Watershed education staff have steeped themselves in NGSS, participating in several training seminars over the past two years on the new standards. This past fall, our staff teamed with teachers from John Witherspoon Middle School in Princeton, Timberlane Middle School in Hopewell and New Brunswick Middle School to develop and deliver NGSS-aligned, full-day programs. Princeton teacher Connie Escher was extremely

enthusiastic about the experience her school had at the Watershed Center, saying, “We have a diversity of learners that were all engaged. It was the best field trip I’ve experienced as a teacher. It was clear that Watershed naturalists had a huge impact in designing the curriculum.” The issues of water pollution, flooding and drought—the heart of the Watershed’s mission—lend themselves nicely to NGSS investigation and instruction, for either a single day program or sustained focus over a full school year. This summer, our Watershed Science &amp; Stewardship Academy will apply the same NGSS principles in working with high school students to address several different environmental challenges. We are also working in partnership with Princeton University and Rider University to present the Watershed Science Teachers Academy this

summer to help area teachers understand and prepare for the NGSS. The Watershed endorses the advocacy for science and evidence-based policymaking that will take place at the national March for Science on April 22. But we are also committed to improving the way that science is taught in our schools. Jim Waltman is the Executive Director of the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association. The Watershed is a member-supported nonprofit organization that works to keep water clean, safe and healthy in central New Jersey. For more information about the Watershed, including how to volunteer and donate to its efforts, and how your school can engage with the Watershed in NGSS science programming visit www.thewatershed.org or call 609-737-3735.

imately $4.85 million, it its 2016-17 counterpart. Approximately $93.8 million will be collected in taxes, marking a 3.69 percent increase from the previous year’s tax levy of $90.5 million. As a result of the rising tax levy, the proposed tax rate in Hillsborough will go from $1.595 per $100 of assessed property value for

the 2016-17 school year to $1.607 per $100 of assessed property value in the proposed school budget. For homeowners in Millstone who send their children to the Hillsborough Township School District, their tax levy could see an 3.9 percent increase of approximately $904,000 in the 2016-17 school year to more than $939,000 in the

proposed 2017-18 budget. The tax rate in Millstone is also going up, from 1.689 per $100 of assessed value in 2016-17 to 1.750 per $100 of assessed value, or a 3.02 percent increase. The presentation and final vote will be held on May 8 at Auten Road Intermediate School.

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Continued from Page 1A County Detectives John W. Fodor and Bridgewater Township Chief of Police Al Nicaretta are asking anyone with information on the incident to call the Somerset County Prosecutors Office Major Crimes Unit at 908231-7100, the Bridgewater Township Police Department at 908-722-4111 or the Somerset County Crime Stoppers’ Tip Line at 1-888-577-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted online at Michael Litwornia, 27, atwww.888577tips.org or tacked his mother and father, killing the former. www.scpo.net.

Continued from Page 1A duction in the amount of available funding for substitute teachers. Schiff is slated to conduct a final presentation on the district’s $128.3 million budget proposal for the 2017-18 school year at the next school board meeting. The budget marks a 3.93 percent increase, or approx-

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The Hillsborough Library’s schedule is as follows: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1-5 p.m. Starting this year, the Hillsborough library will be open on Sundays, 1-5 p.m. throughout the year except for the following dates: May 14, May 28, June 18, Sept. 3. The library is looking for reliable teen volunteers to help out at various programs. Community service hours will be awarded to all volunteers at the end of the school year for their attendance and space is limited. Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddy - April 22, 1:50-4 p.m. Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddy - May 6, 1:50-4 p.m. For the month of March, view the collections of the Somerset County Culture & Arts Commission. Visit SCLSNJ.org or call 908-369-2200 for information or to register. Program dates and times are subject to change. All programs are free and registration is required unless otherwise indicated. Special events • Entrepreneur Spotlight - Come and listen to a local business owner discuss how his/her business started, what their business model is, how the business is operating, and what problems it currently faces. Grades 7-12. Sat. April 22, 3-4 p.m. • Turtle Dance Music - The Sensory-Friendly Music, Bubble and Comedy Show is a “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through song, movement, stories, projections and interactive music technology. The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the Autism Spectrum, and a great time for parents and caregivers. Each song is accompanied by hands-on, visual, and sensory experiences. For all ages. Wed. May 3, 7-8 p.m. • Free Comic Book Day - Celebrate National Free Comic Book Day at the library. Visit the Children’s, Teen and Adult departments to browse our free comic book giveaways. Program available while supplies last. Comics generously donated by Comic Fusion in Flemington. For all ages. Sat. May 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Teen Consultants Summit - Get the “Think Tank” experience as you consult with a local entrepreneur, business professionals, and teens to brainstorm solutions to the business‘s current challenges. Sat. May 6, 2-4 p.m. Adult programs (registration required): • Spotlight Learning - Spotlight Learning, in partnership with LVSC - a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization - will offer customized, goal-oriented ESL classes for high beginner and intermediate level students. Classes will be held at the Manville and Hillsborough library branches. A portion of the full course fee supports LVSC’s free literacy tutoring program. Mon. April 24 & May 1, 7-8:30 p.m.; Fri. April 28 & May 5, 2-3:30 p.m. • Evening Movie - “Arrival”, starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker. (PG-13) Fri. April 21, 79 p.m. • English Conversation Group - Practice speaking English in a friendly setting. Basic English skills required.

Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. Mon. April 24 & May 1, 7-8:30 p.m.; Wed. April 26 & May 3, 10-11:30 a.m. • Spotlight Learning - Spotlight Learning, in partnership with LVSC - a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization - will offer customized, goal-oriented ESL classes for high beginner and intermediate level students. Classes will be held at the Manville and Hillsborough library branches. A portion of the full course fee supports LVSC’s free literacy tutoring program. Mon. April 24 & May 1, 7-8:30 p.m.; Fri. April 28 & May 5, 2-3:30 p.m. • Nonfiction Book Discussion - The book selection is “The Outliers: The Story of Success“ by Malcolm Gladwell. Tues. April 25, 10-11 a.m. • Afternoon Movie - “Camelot” tells the story of England’s King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, the Knights of the Round Table, and the affair between the lovely Guinevere and the dashing Sir Lancelot, which threatens to ruin the King’s marriage. With music by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe. Fri. April 28, 1-4 p.m. • LinkedIn Marketing - John Biancamano, chairman of the Princeton chapter of SCORE, will guide you on how to use LinkedIn to expand your business network, make your expertise available to others, and prospect in a low key way to make this networking website into a valuable marketing tool. Tues. May 2, 7-8:30 p.m. Youth programs (registration required): • Tail Waggin’ Tutors (Grades K-4) - Spend time reading to a TDI (Therapy Dogs International) certified dog. Each registered child will get 10 minutes practicing reading skills while the dog listens. Fri. April 21, 3:45-4:45 p.m. • C2 Bridgewater New SAT Practice Test (Grades 9-12) - This FREE practice test, administered by C2 Bridgewater, is designed to prepare students for the NEW SAT and offers a great opportunity to get hands-on experience. Bring two sharpened #2 pencils, a calculator and a snack (if desired.) Please note: C2 Bridgewater requires at least 15 students to register for the test. Test results will be provided when you schedule a free test analysis and consultation at the C2 Bridgewater by appointment. Sat. April 22, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Reading Buddy (Grades 1-4) - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a Reading Buddy Volunteer. Each child will be given a 15-minute time slot. Sat. April 22, 2-4 p.m. • First Roots Music (Newborn to 36 months) - Ms. Jenni, a Kindermusik educator and owner of First Roots Music Studio, will present an entertaining music class that helps your child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills in a fun, nurturing, family-friendly setting. Mon. April 24, 10-10:45 a.m. • Money Smart 101: Intro to Financial Literacy & Credit Cards (Grades 7-12) - Learn the importance of financial literacy and taking responsibility for personal financial decisions, as well as credit card usage and credit card consumer protection laws. By the end of the lesson students will be able to analyze the terms of credit cards, their pros and cons, and recognize what it means to use credit cards responsibly. Wed. April 26, 6-7 p.m. • Kidz Art Zone: Watercolor Silhouettes (Grades K-4) -

Budding artists can have fun creating masterpieces with their friends. Grades K-4. Thurs. April 27, 4-4:45 p.m. • Money Smart 201: Banking on Debit Cards and Payday Decisions (Grades 7-12) - Learn the importance of taking responsibility for personal finances, the advantages and disadvantages of standard overdraft services, the consequences of not being responsible in keeping a current bank account balance, and the importance of maintaining records of deposits, withdrawals and payments from bank accounts. Thurs. April 27, 6-7 p.m. • Craft in the Children’s Room: Arbor Day (All ages) Stop by the Children’s Room to do a craft while supplies last. Fri. April 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Reading Buddy (Grades 1-4) - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a Reading Buddy Volunteer. Each child will be given a 15-minute time slot. Sat. April 29, 2-4 p.m. • Monday Morning Playtime (For Parents or Caregivers. Children up to 36 months old) - This program will have different topics of discussion along with recommended resources. Mon. May 1, 10-10:45 a.m. • Toddler Time (Ages 18 - 36 months) - Introduce the pleasure of books to your child with stories, songs and more. Tues. May 2, 9:30-10 a.m. • Rhyme Time (Newborn - 24 months) - Build brain power with 20 minutes of nursery rhyme fun. Tues. May 2, 10:30-11 a.m. • Story Time (Ages 3-6) - Help your preschool or kindergarten child get ready to read. Enjoy stories together and build language skills. Tues. May 2, 1-1:30 p.m. • Movin’ Munchkins (Ages 3-6) - Creative movement program for the child and parent/caregiver. Wed. May 3, 1010:45 a.m. Library resources Writing Center - Stop by for help with writing assignments from our teen volunteers. Grades 5-12. Tuesday through Thursday: 6-8 p.m. Program Closed: April 11-13, April 27 Homework Help Center - Kids who need homework assistance can meet with a teen volunteer after school for help on a variety of subjects. Grades 3-12. Monday and Thursday: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 4:30-8:30 p.m. Program Closed: March 20-23, April 10-13, April 27 Divide & Conquer with Cassie - A 100 percent free math tutoring service at the Hillsborough Public Library, provided by Cassie, a senior at Hillsborough High School. Math tutoring will be offered in half-hour slots for students in grades 1-8 and in math classes up to Algebra I. Limit 2 sessions per month. Mondays & Wednesdays: 4-6 p.m. Program Closed: April 10 & April 12 Book A Librarian - Get personalized help with the online catalog, databases, research questions, storytime plans, locating materials, library apps and readers’ advisory. Parents, children and teens can request an appointment at the Youth Services desk by filling out a simple form. All ages.

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Three students from Hillsborough were named to the Marist College Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the Fall 2016 semester: Fourteen students hailing from Hillsborough have been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Honors Lists for the Fall 2016 semester at Fairleigh Dickinson Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Florham Campus, located in Madison. They are: Mark Myers, Cassidy Vastano, Gabriella Perruso, Ashley Shumaker, Nicholas Theodore, Athena Zinn, Olivia Vliet, Anna Gorbunov, Jordan Sobel, Nicholas Grasso, Matthew Dileo, Stephannie Torres, Ringnda Tawe, and Ciara Pitts. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Matthew Ackerman, of Hillsborough, has been named to the 2016 fall semester Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Lafayette College for outstanding academic achievement. To qualify for Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List, a student must achieve at least a 3.60 semester grade point average on a scale of 4.0. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kimberly Mondoro, of Hillsborough, was named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at West Chester University, West Chester, Penn. for the Fall 2016 semester. The names of degreeseeking students at West Chester University who complete 12 or more graded hours in an academic semester and achieve a semester GPA of 3.670 or better are placed on the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List. Non-degree students who complete a minimum of nine credits, have a GPA of 3.670, and no grade below a B in the semester also will be recognized on that semesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Jesse Gonzalez, of Hillsborough, a senior English and Spanish major at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, was named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the 2016 fall semester. The list recognizes full-time students who earned a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher for the semester. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sydney Gonzalez, of Hillsborough, a sophomore media and communications major at Ursinus College in Collegeville, Penn., was named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the 2016 fall semester. The list recognizes full-time students who earned a gradepoint average of 3.5 or higher for the semester. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Theresa Mayhew, a graduate of Hillsborough High School, has been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the fall semester at The College of Wooster. Mayhew, a

senior communication sciences and disorders major from Hillsborough, achieved a grade point average of 3.65 or above. The College of Wooster is Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier college for mentored undergraduate research. Every Wooster senior works one-on-one with a faculty adviser to create an original research project, written work, performance, or art exhibit. In the process, each develops independent judgment, analytical ability, creativity, project-management and time-management skills, and strong written- and oralcommunication skills. Founded in 1866, the college enrolls approximately 2,000 students. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Students at Fairleigh Dickinson Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Metropolitan Campus, located in Teaneck, have been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Honors Lists for the Fall 2016 semester. Jared Sapirman, of Hillsborough, has been named to the Honors List. To qualify for the Honors List, a student must carry a 3.5 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). Daniel Lugo, of Hillsborough, has been named to the Honors List. To qualify for the Honors List, a student must carry a 3.5 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Megan Muller, of Hillsborough, has been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at James Madison University for the Fall 2016 semester. Students who earn Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899. Muller is scheduled to graduate in 2019 and is majoring in finance. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Amanda Muller, of Hillsborough, has been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at The College of New Jersey for the Fall 2016 semester. Students who earn deans list honors must carry at least 12 graded credits and earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Amanda is scheduled to graduate in 2018 and is majoring in nursing. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Two Hillsborough residents made the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for fall semester 2016-2017: Cristian Alfaro, who is studying in the graphic design program and Austin

Repairs Continued from Page 1A plus funds in the 2016 budget. With the district now turning its focus to the 2017 school budget, Hillsborough Education Association President Henry Goodhue wondered whether the district should look at the HVAC and mold costs when considering its buildings and grounds spending plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re analyzing the budget, why arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we looking at [those costs] and comparing it to our buildings and grounds staff and looking to possibly replace the three people that we previously had,â&#x20AC;? Goodhue asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The annual costs of that would probably be lower than what we paid out.â&#x20AC;? Gillette admitted that the district considered that option, but after speaking with

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Mahmoud, came to the conclusion that the additional employees would not have changed the outcome of both situations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe that this would have been prevented,â&#x20AC;? Mahmoud said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What added to those costs was mechanical failures, so a rooftop unit would not be something that a staff member would necessarily [be able to handle].â&#x20AC;? The majority of the costs, in relation to the HVAC repair and replacement, stemmed from big ticket items, such as the need for a crane and the units themselves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bringing a big crane and changing a rooftop unit is $100,000 at minimum,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Additional manpower would not have been able to stop that.â&#x20AC;?

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Bodzas, who is studying in the computer science program, earned the distinction. Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Incompleteâ&#x20AC;?, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fâ&#x20AC;&#x153;; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;The following Lafayette College students were named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for outstanding academic achievement during the fall 2016 semester. Each student achieved at least a 3.60 semester grade point average on a 4.0 scale: Carli Jones and Ashley Scrivanich, both of Hillsborough. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Richard Matel-Galatis, from Hillsborough, graduated from Lycoming College with a Bachelors of Arts degree in economics archaeology during the fall 2016 term. Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest and most respected liberal arts colleges. Today, our community of 1,300 active learners from 30 states and 15 countries work with our renowned scholars to craft customized, market-driven majors, minors and concentrations across our 36 academic programs. These students also compete in 17 NCAA Division III sports and study abroad in more than a dozen countries. Lycoming College has one of the highest endowment-per-student ratios among Pennsylvania colleges and is ranked by Forbes as among the very best for financial strength and operational soundness. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Local students have been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Clemson University for the fall 2016 semester. They are: Garrett Wallace Dickinson, of Hillsborough, who

is majoring in Construction Science and Management. Aaron Ross Goldstein, of Hillsborough, who is majoring in Civil Engineering. Matthew Yeager, of Hillsborough, who is majoring in General Engineering To be named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List, a student achieved a grade-point average between 3.50 and 3.99 on a 4.0 scale. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Ithaca College congratulates students named to Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the fall 2016 semester. Wren Murray, a resident of Hillsborough and Music Education major, was named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List in Ithaca Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School of Music for the fall 2016 semester. Casey Schoch, a resident of Hillsborough and Film, Photography, Video and Visual Arts major, was named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List in Ithaca Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School of Communications for the fall 2016 semester. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sarah E. Limyansky, of Hillsborough, has been named to the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Clemson University for the fall 2016 semester. Limyansky is majoring in Psychology. To be named to the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List, a student must achieve a 4.0 (all As) gradepoint average. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Loyola University Maryland has announced the members of its fall 2016 Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List. In order to qualify for the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Loyola, a student must achieve a minimum QPA of at least 3.500 for the term, provided that, in the term they have successfully completed courses totaling a minimum of 15 credits. Jonathan Lim, class of 2017 and Anthony Schulz, class of 2019, both from Hillsborough.

Duke Farms Lakes, Dukes Parkway, Hillsborough Township, Somerset County, New Jersey may have aquatic pesticides applied on or between 24 April 2017 and 23 May 2017 for aquatic weed/algae control with Reward (diquat dibromide) and/or Clipper Ă&#x20AC;XPLR[D]LQ DQG RU Captain (copper) and/or Sonar Ă&#x20AC;XULGRQH E\ ERDW HTXLSPHQW E\ 3ULQFHWRQ +\GUR //& (NJDEP #97186A), 1108 Old York Road, Ringoes NJ 08551. There may be an irrigation/watering restriction for up to 3045 days. Upon request, the pesticide applicator or applicator EXVLQHVV VKDOO SURYLGH D UHVLGHQW ZLWK QRWLÂżFDWLRQ DW OHDVW KRXUV SULRU WR WKH DSSOLFDWLRQ H[FHSW IRU 4XDUDQWLQH DQG 'LVHDVH Vector Control only, when conditions necessitate pesticide applications sooner than that time. Emergency Information, contact NJ Poison Information and Education System 800-2221222, National Pesticide Information Center 800-858-7378 for routine health inquiries, information about signs/symptoms of SHVWLFLGH H[SRVXUH 3HVWLFLGH &RQWURO 3URJUDP â&#x20AC;&#x153;This number is for pesticide regulation information, pesticide complaints and health referralsâ&#x20AC;?. Other information contact Tyler Overton, Princeton Hydro, LLC, Aquatic Operations Manager 908-237-5660. HB, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $26.04 Aff: $15.00

NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The Township of Hillsborough has awarded a contract under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2(27) â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lowest responsible bidder is the one who conforms to all requirements of a specification and applicable statutory provisionsâ&#x20AC;?. This contract and resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Township Clerk at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey: Awar Awarded:

TRAP ROCK

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Road maintenance materials

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2017 Unit Prices per Bid

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STAVOLA

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2017 Unit Prices per Bid

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2017

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HEI-WAY

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CONTRACTOR

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Road maintenance materials

Cost:

2017 Unit Prices per Bid

Year:

2017

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GIBRALTAR ROCK

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CONTRACTOR

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Road maintenance materials

Cost:

2017 Unit Prices per Bid

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2017

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ASPHALT CARE

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CONTRACTOR

Goods/Services:

Road maintenance materials

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2017 Unit Prices per Bid

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2017

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HVN, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $20.46

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE 2017-03 An Ordinance titled, â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Ordinance authorizing acceptance of Porous Pavement Maintenance Easements for the properties identified on the tax map of the Township of Hillsborough as Block 142, Lots 28 and 29.â&#x20AC;?

This Ordinance will be further considered for final passage by the Township Committee at the Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey at a meeting being held on My 9, 2017, at 7:30 PM or at any time and place to which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested in the Ordinance may obtain a copy from the Office of the Township Clerk located in the municipal complex between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., at no cost, and persons interested in the Ordinance may appear at the hearing and will be given the opportunity to be heard concerning this Ordinance. Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HB, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $22.32

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids shall be received by the Commissioners of Fire District No. 1 in the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, New Jersey, relative to the project entitled, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fire Safety Garage Improvementsâ&#x20AC;?. Said bids shall be received, opened and read in public at the Hillsborough Township Bureau of Fire Safety office, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844 on May 9, 2017 at 4 p.m., prevailing time. Said bids shall be hand-delivered at the time and place stated for receipt of said bids or mailed prior thereto. No bid shall be delivered or accepted after the date and hour as designated herein and the risk of timely receipt of mailed bids is on the bidder. All bids through the mail shall be forwarded to the Hillsborough Fire District, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, Ch. 127 and P.L. 1977, Ch. 33. The appropriate resolution, bid specifications and proposal relative to the aforementioned project may be obtained upon appropriate notice by prospective bidders during normal business hours at the office of the Hillsborough Bureau of Fire Safety, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough NJ 08844, (908) 369-4313 ext. 7178. The Commissioners of Fire District No. 1 in the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, hereby reserve the right to reject any and all bids and further reserve the right to waive any insubstantial irregularities in any bid.

By order of the Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset

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REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING OF THE HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 231, Laws of 1975, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Open Public Meetings Act,â&#x20AC;? notice is hereby given that the Hillsborough Township Board of Education has changed the date of the meeting originally scheduled for Monday, May 15, 2017 to Monday, May 22, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the Auten Road Intermediate School Cafeteria located at 281 Auten Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey. Action will be taken at this meeting. Aiman Mahmoud School Business Administrator/ Board Secretary HB, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $18.60 Aff: $15.00

NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The Township of Hillsborough has awarded a contract without competitive bidding under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-3 and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-9. This contract and resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Township Clerk at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey: Awarded:

CENTRAL JERSEY NURSERIES

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Goods

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Toro Model #74928 Mower with a 72â&#x20AC;? Deck

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$10,254.53

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2017

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2017- 2018 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS MARCH 21, 2017 APRIL 11, 2017 MAY 09, 2017 JUNE 13, 2017 JULY 11, 2017 AUGUST 08, 2017 SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 OCTOBER 10, 2017 NOVEMBER 14, 2017 DECEMBER 12, 2017 JANUARY 09, 2018 FEBRUARY 13, 2018 FEBRUARY 17, 2018 MARCH 13, 2018

REORGANIZATION MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING ANNUAL ELECTION REORGANIZATION MEETING

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Corrected Meeting Scheduleâ&#x20AC;?. HB, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $29.46

LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: In compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law of the State of New Jersey adopted January 14, 1976, as amended and supplemented, notice is hereby given that We: Vijay Kaipra Puthenveetil and Ampily Vijay applied to the: HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT for an approval to permit the conditions outlined below: 'C' Buld Variance(s)

NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The Township of Hillsborough awarded a contract to Robert Wood Johnson Health Network for the provision of emergency medical services for a term not to exceed five (5) years. The contract is at no cost to the Township. Robert Wood Johnson Health Network will bill patients directly for emergency medical services provided. The contract and resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Township Clerk at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey: Vendor:

Robert Wood Johnson Health Network

Nature:

Emergency Medical Services

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Not to Exceed Five (5) Years

Cost:

No Cost to Township (Patients Billed for EMS Services Provided)

for relief form maximum impervious coverage, 22.6% requested, where 19.6% currently exists and 15% permitted, to construct a covered deck and patio(including rear patio, rear walkway and reconstructed front walkway) We hereby propose to build a covered deck and patio, including rear patio, rear walkway and re-constructed front walkway, on property located at 16 Ethan Court, known as Block 207.10 Lot 15 on Hillsborough Township Tax Maps, owned by Vijay Kaipra Puthenveetil and Ampily Vijay. Any person or persons affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the application scheduled for Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey. The application is on file and available for public inspection within the Planning Office of the Municipal complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, during normal business hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk

Applicant: Vijay Puthenveetil/Ampily Vijay 16 Ethan court Hillsborough, NJ 08902

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HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CORNER Diana Reinhardt at 908369-4362. News & Notes All Hillsborough seniors age 60 and older are invited to join Chapter A. Younger spouses of seniors are also eligible for membership. Dues are $5 a year and new members may join at any meeting. Call Dorrie Guarniero at 908-334-8091 with questions. General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month unless otherwise announced. Executive Board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted. On meeting days, doors open at 11:30 a.m., allowing time to review upcoming events and make reservations. Refreshments are available when doors open and after the meeting. Help our Food Bank by bringing an item to each meeting. The suggestion box is available at each meeting. Visit us at www.HillsboroughSeniorsChapterA.webs.com. — Gene Reinhardt Publicity Chairperson

CHAPTER A

We are currently featuring our exciting and scenic bus trip to the Finger Lakes region in New York State June 21 to June 23. We will stay two nights in the Holiday Inn at historic Auburn, NY and see the fascinating Corning Museum of Glass, tour the beautiful restored 1839 Rose Hill Mansion overlooking Seneca Lake, enjoy a tour and lunch at New York Wine & Culinary Center in Canandaigua; tour and wine tasting at Casa Larga Vineyard in Fairport; and cruise picturesque Lake Skaneateles. See details below. At our May 4 meeting we have the Hillsborough Rockettes perform for us. In June we expect to hear about the Hillsborough credit card program. Trips & Programs Wed., May 17 — Broadway matinee “Waitress” and lunch on the way at Casa Di Napoli in Union City. Final payments are required by the April 6 meeting. $173. Departs Lowes parking lot at 9:45 a.m. This trip is closed. Sat., June 10 - Indoor Flea Market, sponsored by Chapter A, will be held at the Hillsborough Municipal Building. All vendors are welcome; spaces are non-refundable. Reserve at table for $20 or for more information call Amy 908-9044822. Wed., June 21 to Fri., June 23 - Finger Lakes bus trip with two nights stay in Auburn, NY. The trip includes visits to the Corning Museum of Glass, a guided tour of the Rose Hill Mansion, tour and lunch at New York Wine & Culinary Center, a tour and tasting at Casa Larga Vineyards, and a cruise of Lake Skaneateles. The trip’s cost is $443 for triple occupancy, $483 for double occupancy and $603 for single occupancy; plus optional insurance. Reservations require a $300 deposit, with final payment due on May 4. Depart Hillsborough Municipal Building 8:00 a.m. For information on any of our upcoming trips, call

CHAPTER B The monthly meeting will be held May 11 during the spring luncheon. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for members to buy tickets for future trips and other events. The luncheon/meeting will start at noon. Tickets for all special events will only be sold at monthly meetings before the event. They include the following: spring luncheon, June celebration, June anniversary (every five years), fall luncheon and holiday party. Meeting attendees can bring a bag lunch if they would like, since coffee and tea are provided. New members are welcome. The next bingo will be held on April 27. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Cost of $3 for one double card or $5 for two and includes lunch with two hot dogs, chips, drink and a dessert, along with prizes and surprises.

If you have a new email address or want to be added to Club B’s email list, see Ralph Fariello at the next meeting. Activities and Trips Wed. May 17: Trip to Tomasello Winery and Atlantic City: Enjoy a winery tour at Tomasello Winery, as well as a casino visit, for $56. Admission includes the tour, a casino bonus and lunch with wine. June 19-22: Coastal Maine and Boston Tall Ships. $723 for double occupancy, $939 for single Occupancy, four days, three nights, six meals included, two with lobster. Partial payments due now. If you want to bring a friend on any overnight trip, they do not have to be a club member. If any trips are sold out, you may call to add your name to a waiting list. On all trips, you should bring photo ID and health insurance card(s). Community Events Keep in mind the township’s Mr. Fix-It program, run by the Social Services Department. Minor home repairs can be arranged on Wednesdays between 8 and 11 a.m. for Hillsborough seniors 60 and older. Call 908-369-3880 for details. Free exercise classes for all ability levels are available to all Hillsborough seniors in the municipal building Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 45 minutes — right where we hold our meetings. Certified instructors lead classes. Free transportation is available. Call 908-369-3880 for details. — Chickie Haines Call 908-874-3231

SENIOR ROOM In the Senior Activity Room, shuffleboard, pool table, darts and ping pong are available for all Hillsborough seniors to use in the first and largest area. Cards and games are played in the middle area. Computers are in the third area for your use and enjoyment. Monday: Knitting, crocheting and needlepoint from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bridge,

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HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER Adults age 60 and older are invited to visit the county-operated Hillsborough Senior Center at 339 South Branch Road. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. All programs begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Its phone is 908-3698700. Fit & Flex with Rose every Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. This free weekly exercise program changes frequently and is suitable for all. Included are stretches, strength training, laugh yoga, breathing exercises and more. There will not be a class on Jan. 24. From 12:30-2 p.m. on Tuesdays, the Healthy Bones Exercise Class, a peer-led, 24-week exercise and education program, will be held for individuals at risk or who have osteoporosis. Exercises focus on balance, strength, flexibility and posture. Advanced registration is required, as well as a doctor’s note, prior to the first class and then once every year. For a new participant, the price is $45, which will include ankle weights, a participant manual and the class fee. If ankle weights are not needed, the price is $15. Learn to play mah jongg Wednesdays at 10 a.m. A free 10-week Tai Chi session with Janet O. will start on Jan. 11 and run weekly on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Aptly called “moving meditation,” Tai Chi consists of slow, repetitive movements that improve balance, flexibility, control and stability while promoting relaxation. Call 908-369-8700 for more information. Every Friday at 10 a.m., the Horseshoe and Bocce Ball Club will spend time outside playing, weather per-

April 24 - Canasta Card Club, 12:30 - 2:45 p.m. Although many variations exist for two, three, five or six players, it is most commonly played by four in two partnerships with two standard decks of cards. Players attempt to make melds of seven cards of the same rank and “go out” by playing all cards in their hand. April 25 - Trivia Time, 10:15 a.m. Did you know that solving puzzles or challenging yourself with new mind-stretching exercises can stimulate the brain and enhance your critical thinking processes? Join us for some mind-tingling brain stumpers and fun-filled intellectual workout. April 26 - Mahjong Club, 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. Have you always wanted to learn how to play mahjong or are you familiar with the game but just in need of fellow players? Lessons and refreshers are available. Call 908-369-8700 for more information. April 26 - Trip to the Montgomery Upper Middle School for the Student Art Showcase, 10:15 a.m. We will take a trip to the Montgomery Upper Middle School for their annual art showcase and music show. Following the showcase we will travel to the Montgomery Senior Center for lunch. April 27 - “Name 5” Game, 10:15 a.m. Pick a category and see if you can name “5” things in that category. April 28 - “Pain Management Options and Discussion” by Dr. Rothstein, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Dr. Rothstein’s scope of practice includes a broad spectrum of painful conditions. Dr. Rothstein specializes in minimally invasive techniques and will discuss advances in pain management as well as take audience questions.

MANVILLE SENIOR CORNER The Manville Senior Citizens meet at noon on the second Thursday of each month at the VFW on Washington Avenue. The next meeting will be on Thursday, May 18. Membership is open to anyone age 50 and older, residents and nonresidents.Registration for recreation department exercise activities for seniors can be done at the library as well as the recreation department. Just pay at the facility when you register. All classes are at the Community Room in the Library. Senior chair yoga with Carrie is scheduled on Fridays at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. from April 7 to June 30. Fee is $20. Senior chair aerobics classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 3 to

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mitting. This group is great for all ability levels; instruction will be available. Transportation is available. Blood pressure screenings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Caram (an East Indian game similar to billiards) and other games can be played every day. Cards are available every day. The bocce court and horseshoe pit are available daily. Help Summer, the Friendly Doberman, fulfill her certification requirements to become a therapy dog. As part of her training she must be exposed to people in different situations and master various commands. Learn how to teach and practice the commands with Summer who must master them to achieve certification. Please call 908-369-8700 to find out Summer’s schedule as it may vary from week to week. Enjoy lunch for a suggested donation of $1.50 or more. (Price for guests under 60 is $5.35). Call 908-3698700 before 10:30 a.m. the day before to make a lunch reservation. Center schedule: April 24 - “Finding Healthcare Online: What Can You Trust?” by Audrey Taffet, Visiting Nurse Association of SomersetHills, 10:45 a.m. When you have a question about you or your family’s health, you may look it up on the Internet. You can find accurate health information on many sites. But, you are also likely to run across a lot of questionable, even false content. How can you tell the difference? To find health information you can trust, you have to know where and how to look. These tips can help. April 24 - Scrabble Friends, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a friendly game of scrabble; with sufficient interest, we may plan opportunities for members to compete with other area scrabble clubs. April 24 - In the News, 10:00 a.m. Join us as we discuss breaking news around the world and current events of interest.

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June 28. Fee is $15. Senior low-impact chair aerobics are on Tuesdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 4 to June 27. Fee is $7.50. Senior Zumba Gold classes will be held on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 6 to June 29. Fee is $7.50. Movie and a buffet will continue on announced dates. Canned goods or nonperishable food items will continue to be collected before each meeting. Remember to bring one item per member to help stock the Food Bank. The executive board will continue to hold its meetings on the Thursday prior to the regular meeting. Recreation events Atlantic City — The bus normally leaves at 9 a.m. from the VFW parking lot the third Wednesday of each month for Caesar’s. The next trip to Atlantic City will be Wednesday, May 17. The cost is $35, of which $30 will be returned. Monday, May 8 to Thursday, May 11 — Trip to Ocean City, Md. Attendees will get a guided tour of Assateague Island, a Magic Show at Dickens Parlor Theater in Bethany Beach, gaming time at The Casino Ocean Downs, a scenic nature cruise aboard the Ocean City Explorer, evening Sing-A-Long Entertainment

at the Red Roost Restaurant and shopping at the Tanger Outlet Center. All the while, members will get time to enjoy the sun and sand of Ocean City’s beach and boardwalk. Cost is $619 for double occupancy and $769 for a single. Contact Kathy Petrone at 908-526-2948 for information and reservations. Wednesday, June 14 — Doolan’s Spring Lake Rock and Roll Show. Cost is $76. Three entree are available. Must give your choice when making your reservation. Contact Josephine Pschar at 908-722-0156. Thursday, June 29 — Trip to the Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Penn. The bus leaves from the Manville VFW at 10 a.m. The cost is $30, with $20 back and $5 for food. Contact Josephine Pschar at 908-722-0156. Sunday, September 10 to Wednesday, September 13 — Trip to Lake George. Tour Lake George, visit Adirondack Winery, Saratoga Springs and much more. Cost is $585 for double and $745 for single. Contact Kathy Petrone at 908-526-2948 for reservations. — Gerry Klimowich

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Winning streak gives lacrosse team confidence By Justin Feil Correspondent

Sandwiched between a pair of losses to a pair of undefeated teams, the Hillsborough High School girls lacrosse team proved it has top potential with five straight wins. The Raiders capped their five-game streak with a 16-12 win over Hunterdon Central on Saturday. A year ago, Hillsborough lost by 10 goals to that same opponent. “Saturday, we finally hit our stride,” said Hillsborough head coach Beth Murrin. “I was really happy how we played Saturday. We took a tremendous stride forward.” Hillsborough came into the season with graduation losses at each level of the field. On the attacking end, high-scoring Gianna Napoletano graduated. Danielle Fanizzi, a solid role player, also graduated. The Raiders graduated a top midfielder, Sam Boyer. And on defense, Rhiannon Accetta graduated and Victoria Rivera did not return. “The biggest question mark was at the defensive end of the field,” Murrin said. “We lost more there.” Murrin started to develop the team around the positions about which she felt most certain. The midfield had capable leaders and playmakers. “I knew who our midfielders would be,” Murrin said. “We had one kid who’s a sophomore, Kendall Smith, who came up last year and we also had Sarah Spence, who played low defense for us last year who spent a lot of time improving her play and I knew she was going to impact us. I felt pretty sure of what was going to happen midfield-wise with those two combined with our returning two midfielders, Olivia Johnsen and Gabriella Vangeli, I knew

those four would be our midfielders. Then it was kind of like building out from there. “We had Liz Reilly and Kristen Andreychak back on the defensive end. Liz started with an injury so we had one or two prominent roles to fill and we’ve done that with a senior, Lauryn Yaskowski, and with a junior, Annie Ryan, and then the other midfielders rotate and sometimes play a low defensive spot and sometimes they play a midfield and give them a break that way. We are not blessed with two midfield lines so they can come off the field, so they have to get their rest on the field. We need them on the field.” The Raiders returned goalie Brooke McCormick for a good backstop to the defense. The sophomore started games last year. “She got a lot of experience last year as a freshman,” Murrin said. “She’s much more composed with the ball in her stick this year. That took us some time last year. She’s doing a nice job.” The attack also had some solid pieces to build around along with some new faces that have stepped in to bolster the squad. “On the attacking end, Olivia Johnsen and Lisa Ross were returning and I knew Sara Coutts would be our next attacker,” Murrin said. “She’s a junior but she’s been with us since her freshman year. She was kind of waiting in the wings, a step behind some of those older kids that graduated. We had one attacking spot left and a freshman has been getting a lot of the minutes, Tess Norfleet. She played some varsity basketball and I think that helped her. She has a physically strong body so she complements our other attackers that we have. “So it kind of came together, the puzzle pieces. You figure out who you have and decide where they can help you.” The Raiders may seem young, but Mur-

rin sees a lot of potential in how the team has come out to follow up last year’s 14-5 season. “Everybody is a little more seasoned,” she said. “We do have a freshman, but last year we played three freshmen. Everybody is a little more experienced this year.” The Raiders faced some early tests in the season beginning with a much improved Bernards team that pulled away. Hillsborough then stopped Pingry, Old Bridge, East Brunswick and Phillipsburg before topping Hunterdon Central to finish the run. “We told them we have to focus on ourselves and focus on being our best and playing to our best potential,” Murrin said, “and I think that’s enough to compete with anyone. That’s what we’re focusing on. We’re pleased with the growth so far and we’re looking to keep taking steps forward.” McCormick made seven saves in the win over Hunterdon Central. Johnsen had three goals and four assists while Buckman had two goals and five assists. Ross poured in five goals and an assist. Vangeli had three goals and an assist. Sara Coutts had a hat trick. “It sounds cliché, but I do think we’re pretty balanced, which is a good thing,” Murrin said. “I don’t necessarily think we have one thing that we can do and a bunch of things that we can’t do. I just think right now the players we have balance each other really well. “We are choosing to focus our energy on trying to become an excellent team at the circle on the draw and really efficient on offense. That’s where we’ve chosen to put an emphasis and define ourselves on a few things.” The draw rule was changed this year for high school girls and it includes less girls in the circle to fight for the draw. It is designed to make the game safer.

“You only have three people from each team battling for the ball,” Murrin explained. “It’s changed the game a little bit. It’s taken some time to get used to. We’re adjusting to the physicality, the box out, the speed to the ground ball and coming up out of it, you have to change the roles of everybody… We’re trying to take the new rule and use it to the best advantage we can. That was a huge factor Saturday. We outdrew Hunterdon Central and that was a huge part of the win. When the other team doesn’t have the ball, they’re not scoring. It was a huge part of our success.” The Raiders didn’t have as much success when they took on one of the state’s premier teams - conference rival Bridgewater-Raritan. Hillsborough struggled at both ends, but there were glimpses of greatness. “I think the first half we got a little in our own heads about having to compete with Bridgewater,” Murrin said. “I don’t think we put our best foot forward so the first half was not good. We got ourselves to play out of that a little bit, and hopefully we take the segments from the second half that we put together good play and recognize how to do it.” Hillsborough may have lost to Bridgewater, but it already has division wins over Pingry and Hunterdon Central. The Raiders can point to their most recent challenges as evidence that they are in the top tier of teams and potential of playing with anyone. “I think we are a better team than last year,” Murrin said. “I think we’re faster. I think we’re more capable as players and our lacrosse IQ across the whole field is up a little bit. Saturday tells me we’re better. Last year we couldn’t compete with these better teams. Same thing with Bridgewater. We could compete with them in segments and last year we couldn’t at all.”

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The Sixties Spectacular is coming to the State Theatre By Mike Morsch

uring the summer of 1967, music producer Jeff Katz had gone to a swim club to hear a band he hoped to sign to a record deal. He had gotten his hands on a demo the group had cut that contained four original songs, and Katz liked what he heard. Katz and Jerry Kasenetz were partners in a production company called Super K Productions, under the auspices of Buddha Records. Negotiations between Katz and the band went back and forth for a few months. By October 1967, the group had signed with Super K Productions/Buddha Records. “Probably a month later, in November, Katz said, ‘I’ve got this song I want you to record.’ And he played it for us,” says Frank Jeckell, whose band Jeckell and The Hydes had formed in New Jersey in 1966 and whose members would form the nucleus of the new band. “We said, ‘Well, that’s nice, but it wasn’t what our deal was. We were going to record our original material and move forward with that. That’s what you agreed to, right?’” Katz brushed off the concern. “He goes, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, but I think this is a hit. Can you guys take it and see what you can do with it?’” Jeckell says. “We had a little powwow, and the unanimous decision was that this song was a piece of crap, we want nothing to do with it and we’re not gonna touch it.” At the time, the band members were mostly all teenagers, with Jeckell being the oldest at 21. The others included Mark Gutkowski, Floyd Marcus, Pat Karwan and Steve Mortkowitz, all from Linden. As the oldest band member, though, Jeckell was the de facto voice of reason within the group. “I said, ‘Listen, yeah, you’re right, this is crap,’” Jeckell says. “‘We don’t want to play this kind of music. It’s stupid and it’s dumb. But if this is what they want us to do, what the hell, let’s just see what we can do with it and get it over with.’” So the band put together its version and it didn’t sound any better than the original demo tape that Katz had given them to listen to. “It was still a piece of crap and it wasn’t going to go anywhere,” Jeckell says. But then he had an idea: Why not give the song a “Wooly Bully” feel? “Wooly Bully” was a single from an album of the same name by Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs that sold 3 million copies and reached No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart a few years earlier in June 1965. So that’s what the band did. It gave a “Wooly Bully” feel to the song that Katz was certain was going to be a hit. And then the band members took it to Katz for a listen. “Jeff jumped out of his chair and yelled, ‘That’s it!’ And in December, we recorded it,” Jeckell says. As it turned out, Katz was right. By January 1968, the single “Simon Says,” by his new band, the 1910 Fruitgum Company, went to No. 4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and got as high as No. 2 on the charts in both the United Kingdom and Australia. Not only that, but the song is often cited as one of the songs that helped establish what was to be known as the “bubblegum pop” genre of music. The 1910 Fruitgum Company (“Simon Says” and “1, 2, 3 Redlight”), with original member Jeckell on guitar, will be on the bill for the Spring Sixties Spectacular show, April 29 at the State Theatre in New Brunswick. The show will also feature other hitmakers from the 1960s, including Peter Noone, original lead singer for Herman’s Hermits (“Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter” and “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”); B.J. Thomas (“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” and “Rock and

Roll Lullaby”); and Dennis Tufano, original lead singer of the Buckinghams (“Kind of a Drag” and “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy”). It’s been just more than 50 years since the Chicagobased Buckinghams had their first and only No. 1 hit single, “Kind of a Drag,” written by fellow Chicagoan Jim Holvay and released by the Buckinghams in December 1966. The song reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in February 1967 and eventually sold more than 1 million copies. “We were doing covers at the time and we immediately connected with the song because we were excited that we had original material to do,” says Tufano, who will be backed by the 1910 Fruitgum Company for this show. “The songs Jim Holvay was writing for his band, the Mob, at the time were more R&B flavored. But he felt this song wouldn’t lay into his band the best, so he was very happy to give us a try and see what we could do with it.” It turned out to be a big year for the Buckinghams after the success of “Kind of a Drag.” Throughout the rest of 1967, the band had four more Top 20 singles, including “Don’t You Care” at No. 6, “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy” at No. 5, “Hey Baby (They’re Playing Our Song)” at No. 12 and “Susan” at No 11. And according to Tufano, those songs still resonate with audiences today and he never tires of singing them. “I’m grateful for the songs we had,” he says. “We couldn’t have had better material to go out there and play. I can still sing these songs from my heart with real emotion and meaning. “But the fact is, the energy that the audience gives

The Sixties Spectacular at the State Theatre will feature performances by (from top) Dennis Tufano, the 1910 Fruitgum Company, and Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits.

you, because what they bring to the songs, is amazing history. And that’s what I love,” he said. “When I grab the microphone now, I’m 19 again.”

The Spring Sixties Spectacular will be at the State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, April 29, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $35-$85; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469.

Also Inside: Children’s music fave Laurie Berkner, in concert and in print • Actor Andrew McCarthy talks about his first novel

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BOOKS By Keith Loria

’80s Star Has a New Role Actor Andrew McCarthy will discuss his first YA novel at Barnes & Noble

illions of people remember Andrew McCarthy from his performances in ‘80s favorites such as “St. Elmo’s Fire,” “Pretty in Pink” and “Weekend at Bernie’s,” but in addition to his movie roles, McCarthy has also found success on Broadway, as a TV director and more recently as a writer. In 2012, his travel memoir, “The Longest Way Home,” became a New York Times best seller and was named as one of the best books of the year by the Financial Times of London. He’s also served as guest editor for the prestigious Best American Travel series and is an editor-at-large at “National Geographic Traveler.” Last month, McCarthy released his first novel, “Just Fly Away,” a young-adult thriller that is written from the perspective of a 15-year-old girl named Lucy. “I had been writing a different book; I spent seven to eight years writing about a man who had a child out of wedlock and kept the secret from his family, and my favorite character was always the 15-year-old daughter,” McCarthy says. “One day, I decided to change the perspective of it and started writing the story from her point of view, and I became an accidental YA author.” On April 25, McCarthy will be discussing his book at a reading and book signing at the Barnes & Noble at MarketFair in West Windsor. Although he has young kids of his own, McCarthy doesn’t have any teens. Once he started writing the story, he says, he heard the voice clearly and followed where it led. “When I finished, I gave the book to my 15-year-old neighbor and asked her to read it, and she said it sounded just like her and her friends, so that was a relief,” he says.

ing footsteps. His daughter Willow recently played the title role of Matilda on Broadway and his son, Sam, is currently filming the movie, “All These Small Moments,” where McCarthy’s former co-star Molly Ringwald will be playing his son’s mom. Although he himself has been concentrating more on directing over the last decade, including episodes of “Blacklist” and “Orange is the New Black,” last year he did get back into acting to take on the role of a troubled sex offender in ABC’s short-lived drama, “The Family.” “I hadn’t acted in a number of years before that and I Andrew McCarthy’s “Just Fly Away” is about a really loved it,” he says. “I forgot how much I really en15-year-old girl who discovers a secret about joyed acting so it was nice that I got to do it again. I would her father. like to do more of it, but I have been busy with directing.” Next month, McCarthy will get to work as producer and “It’s not based on anything I know; I don’t have a secret family out there or anything, but I wanted to write some- director of a 10-part series, “Condor” based the James thing about secrets and families and marriage and what se- Grady novel, “Six Days of the Condor,” which was adapted into a 1975 movie (“Three Days of the Condor”) starring crecy can do.” McCarthy spent years and wrote draft after draft of his Robert Redford. Until that project starts shooting, he’ll be original idea, but once the new format clicked, he said it on the road promoting “Just Fly Away.” “What’s really interesting is that I’ve had about two came much easier. “I knew the world; I knew the family, the town and all dozen people come up to me and tell me they have secret the secrets, so once I got inside her head, the rest was easy siblings, or their parents who they thought were step-parbecause I was so familiar with it,” he says. “The rest of ents are really biological parents, so there’s a lot of secrewhat I had worked on over the years is gone, and good rid- tive people out there,” he says. “I was surprised at how fairly not uncommon this all really is” dance in a certain way.” He was also surprised to learn that a majority of YA Although people have asked him what happens next to the character, McCarthy says he doesn’t see Lucy’s story readers are adults and that many of these books get into continuing because the book’s ending is strong. He does some serious issues. “It ain’t the Hardy Boys,” McCarthy says. “They are resay the story isn’t finished because “stories never are.” But that doesn’t mean he might not change his mind in ally dealing with some interesting subjects and social isthe future. And more can even come in the form of a dif- sues full-on and I think it’s great.” ferent medium. “I’m an actor and director and see things visually so I Andrew McCarthy will discuss and sign copies of his book, am sure as I was writing it, I could see it being a movie, so “Just Fly Away” at Barnes & Noble, 3535 Route 1, West Windsor, April 25, 7 p.m. For more information, go to barif it’s successful I can see that happening,” he says. Two of McCarthy’s three kids are following in his act- nesandnoble.com or call 609-750-9010.

April 21, 2017

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FAMILY FUN By Keith Loria

Stories and Songs for Kids Laurie Berkner will read her new book at Barnes & Noble, and sing at McCarter Theatre

aurie Berkner has been a pioneer in children’s music over the last 20 years, responsible for such family favorites as “Bumblebee (Buzz Buzz),” “Victor Vito” and “Pig on Her Head.” In addition to being a children’s music superstar, Berkner is also an author, having penned three picture books that will be released by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers over the next two years. The first, “We Are the Dinosaurs” was recently released to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the release of her beloved “We Are the Dinosaurs“ song on her very first album. “When I’m writing a song, I’m thinking about whether the kids will like it and whether I’m going to connect to them through it,” says Berkner, who grew up in Princeton. “I’m also thinking about whether I want to sing it over and over again, so I guess that’s the part that connects with adults. ‘Old MacDonald Had A Farm’ is a great song for kids, but I couldn’t sing it 100 times!” On April 28, Berkner will be at Barnes & Noble in MarketFair, beginning at 6 p.m., to read her “We Are the Dinosaurs” book aloud, sing some favorite tunes and sign books at a meet-and-greet for fans. The next day, she will perform two concerts at McCarter Theatre in Princeton. The first will be at 11 a.m., and will be a relaxed performance, and then a show at 3 p.m. “On Friday, I’ll be doing a couple of songs and reading the book, and playing ‘We Are the Dinosaurs.’” Berkner says. “On Saturday morning, it’s a solo show, relaxed and sensory-friendly, and this will be my first time doing that. It’s about making the space friendly for kids who may find a normal concert a bit overwhelming.” For the later show on Saturday, Berkner will be appearing with her full band (Susie Lampert on keyboards, Brady Rymer on bass and Bob Golden on drums and percussion) and performing a selection of her top

Laurie Berkner grew up in Princeton and is returning to the area for two concerts at McCarter Theatre, including a sensory-friendly show, April 29. The kids music star also will talk about her book, “We Are the Dinosaurs” at Barnes & Noble at MarketFair, April 22. songs — mostly greatest hits and superhero songs. At both performances, audience members can expect lots of interaction. “All of my songs are interactive in some way, whether it’s hand motions or dancing or jumping or singing, there’s always something for kids to do and they don’t have to just sit in their seats,” she says. “I’ll be playing with my band and the main thing I ask is that if kids want, they can bring a stuffed animal to put on their heads for my song, ‘Pig on Her Head.’ It’s always fun to look out and sing about the different animals I see the kids have brought.” A former preschool music teacher by day and indie rocker by night, Berkner first

began selling her music nearly two decades ago out of her living room on her own label, Two Tomatoes Records. “I was a music specialist, which means I would go in as a freelancer and do music in preschools and daycare centers, and I struggled to find music that I could use in the classroom that made sense and gave them guidelines on how to use their bodies safely and also have fun,” she says. “One day I came in and asked the kids what they wanted to sing about. One kid yelled out ‘dinosaurs’ and I made up a song over the course of the next couple of classes.” That led to her recording an album, and her career really started to take off. At the

time, she was working in an all-female cover band at night, but eventually doing both was too much to handle and she decided to concentrate on children’s music exclusively. “The kids would yell out names of songs I had written, as opposed to people in a bar yelling ‘Free Bird’ every break,” Berkner said. “I realized it was much more fun, I was getting paid more, the hours were better and I got to write my own music.” Eventually, Berkner’s music started appearing on TV, with regular play on Nick Jr., in music videos played between programs and on the program “Jack’s Big Music Show.” In 2013, her short-form animated series, “Sing It, Laurie!” debuted on 24-hour preschool television channe Sprout. That show features original music written for the series. “I’ve been continually on television since about 2005,” she says. “I’m working on a new musical right now, which will be coming out in November. It’s called ‘Interstellar Cinderella,’ and it will be the third musical I have done with the New York City Children’s Theater.” She also has a new album of remixed songs coming out this year and has developed a teacher training program based around her music and traditional songs.

Laurie Berkner will perform two concerts at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place Princeton, April 29. A solo acoustic, sen sory-friendly concert will begin at 11 a.m. and a concert with her full band will begin at 3 p.m. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787.

Berkner will read her book, “We Are the Di nosaurs” and sing songs during an ap pearance at Barnes & Noble in MarketFair 3535 Route 1 South, West Windsor, April 22 11 a.m. For more information, go to stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2368 or call 609-750-9010.

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Laptop Orchestra’s Anniversary Concert

On May 3 at 8 p.m. in Taplin Auditorium in Fine Hall on the Princeton University Campus, the Princeton Laptop Orchestra will present “PLOrk[10]: Tenth Anniversary Show”, featuring guest artists HPrizm, Iarla O Lionaird, and members of So Percussion (Princeton University Edward T. Cone Artists in Residence). HPrizm is a rapper/producer, also known as High Priest and a founding member of the Antipop Consortium collective. Lionaird is an Irish singer and producer. This special celebratory program, performed on elec-

tronic and acoustic instruments, will include an arrangement of a pop tune from Zimbabwe, a group-composed piece inspired by a space-themed poem written by Tracy K. Smith, and an unusual work that turns the performers into an interconnected “brain,” using a computational model of a giant squid axon as an instrument. This celebration invites the community to experience the sounds and sights of neurons firing, lasers spinning, stars glimmering, and voices transforming. Admission is free and open to all; no tickets required.

The group is directed by composer and instrument designer Jeff Snyder, and features new electronic instruments that arise from his research. Over the past 11 years, PLOrk has performed widely — presented by Carnegie Hall, the Northwestern Spring Festival in Chicago, the American Academy of Sciences in DC, the Kitchen (NYC), the 92Y and others — and has inspired the formation of laptop orchestras across the world, from Oslo to Bangkok. For more information, go to www.princeton.edu/music.

Princeton Summer Theater Season

Princeton Summer Theater has announced its 2017 season, which will run June 22 through Aug. 17. This summer’s season explores the interplay between the past and the present. The four selections reflect the challenges posed to us today by a society that is divided over whether it is better to look to the past for inspiration or to move in the direction of future progress. The characters in each play demonstrate vastly different ways of dealing with their individual histories, and are made stronger by facing this adversity. The season will begin with “Pippen,” running June 22 through July 9. Featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Roger O. Hirson, this Tony Award-

winning musical is a mystical coming of age tale of adventure. A mysterious troupe, spearheaded by the enigmatic Leading Player, follows a young prince as he sets out to discover his purpose in the world. The summer will get mysterious when Princeton Summer Theater presents Agatha Christie’s “Spider’s Web,” July 13-23. Christie’s play follows eccentric socialite Clarissa, who discovers a man murdered in her drawing room after years of spinning extraordinary tales of mystery to anyone who would listen. Next up will be Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible,” July 27 through Aug. 6. The play uses the proceedings of the Salem witch trials to examine the manic effects of mass hysteria

in society. As an increasing number of upstanding townspeople are accused of witchcraft, The fourth, and final, production of the season will be “Appropriate” by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Aug. 10-20. In this play, members of the fragmented Lafayette family reconnect to settle their father’s affairs, but soon discover that they must first tackle their unresolved issues with each other. Performances are Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m., 8 p.m. and Sun. 2 p.m. The season also will include a family show to be announced, which will run July 6-29. For tickets and information, go to www.princetonsummertheater.org or call 732-997-0205.

MOVIE TIMES Movie and times for the week of April 21-27. Schedules are subject to change.

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HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): Born in China (G) Fri.-Sat. 12:45, 2:50, 4:55, 7,9:05; Sun. 12:45, 2:50, 4:55, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2:50, 4:55, 7. The Promise (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:20, 4:15, 7:10, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:20, 4:15, 7:10. Unforgettable (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:50; Sun. 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25; Mon.Thurs. 2:35, 5, 7:25. The Fate of the Furious (PG13) Fri.Sat. 6:05, 8:10, 9:10, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 6:05, 7:30. The Fate of the Furious (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:50, 3:55, 7, 10:05; Sun. 12:50, 3:55, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 3:55, 7. Smurfs: The Lost Village (PG) Fri.Sun. 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 4:45, 7. The Boss Baby (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG) Fri.Sat. 1:45, 4:15, 7, 9:30; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:15, 7. The Boss Baby (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:05, 2:30, 4:55; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 4:55. Beauty and the Beast (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG) Fri.-Sat. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05. Beauty and the Beast (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:05, 3; Mon.-Thurs. 3. Kong: Skull Island (PG13) Fri.Sat. 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:30, 7:15.

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Montgomery Cinemas (609-924-7444): Going in Style (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 2:40, 5, 7:20. The Lost City of Z (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 4, 7, 10; Sun.Thurs. 1, 4, 7. Their Finest (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05. Gifted (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2:20, 4:45, 7:10, 9:35; Sun.-Thurs. 2:20, 4:45, 7:10. The Zookeeper’s Wife (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10. Frantz (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:55, 7:15. Tommy’s Honour (PG) Fri.-Sat. 4:30, 9:50; Sun.-Thurs. 4:30.

PRINCETON PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): The Lost City of Z (PG13) Fri. 3:45, 6:30, 9:25; Sat. 12:45, 3:45, 6:30, 9:25; Sun. 12:45, 3:45, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2, 5, 8. Get Out (R) Fri. 9:35; Sat. 1, 7, 9:25; Sun. 7:15; Mon.Tues. 5; Wed. 4:30; Thurs. 8:35. Paterson (R) Fri.-Sat. 3:30; Sun. 4:30; Mon.-Tues. 2:15; Wed. 2; Thurs. 2:15. National Theatre Live: Twelfth Night (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. Art on Screen: Cave of Forgotten Dreams (NR) Mon. 7:30 p.m.

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“Blood Wedding,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Presented by The Academic Theatre and Dance program at Mercer County Community College, April 21-30; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” Performed by Somerset Valley Players, 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Bubbly girlabout-town Holly Golightly couples with an up-and-coming writer to take a whirlwind tour through the exotic enchantments of urban life, April 28 through May 14. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $18 seniors/students; www.svptheatre.org; 908-369-7469. “Curvy Widow,” George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Musical comedy that follows the daily exploits of a feisty 50-something widow. Her adventures inspire laughter and reveal unexpected truths about life, love, survival and sex, May 2-21; www.georgestreetplayhouse.org; 732-246-7717. “Intimate Apparel,” McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Historical romance by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage about woman’s discovery of her own empowerment and the true meaning of intimacy, Derek Hughes will perform at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, April 24, 7:30 p.m. The May 5 through June 4; mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. magician has been featured on “Penn & Teller’s Fool Us” and was a finalist on “America’s Got Talent.” Tickets cost $50 and are available at www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787. CHILDREN’S THEATER “The House at Pooh Corner,” Kelsey Theatre on the vant girl who, against all odds, finds true love, May 6, 4 guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old p.m., May 7, 2 p.m. There will be a special relaxed per- drink minimum; 215-740-7153. Trenton Road, West Windsor. Presented by Virginia Reperformances for families with ASD and special needs, sensiHome Free, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New tory Theatre as part of the Kelsey Kids Series. Faithfully tivity issues, or young children, May 6, 1 p.m. Brunswick. Country a cappella group and winner of seabased on the 1928 A. A. Milne classic, Winnie-the-Pooh and www.roxeyballet.org/cinderella. son 4 of NBC’s “The Sing-Off,” April 22, 8 p.m. Tickets friends make a visit to the magical Hundred Acre Wood in a cost $30-$50; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. tale of imagination, fun and friendship, April 22, 2 p.m., 4 Liaisons: Re-Imagining Sondheim, McCarter Theatre, p.m. $12, $10; seniors/students/children; www.kelseythe91 University Place, Princeton. Pianist Anthony de Mare atre.net; 609-570-3333. CLASSICAL MUSIC asked 36 of today’s leading composers to “re-imagine” Pekka Kuusisto and Nico Muhly, Richardson Audito- their favorite Sondheim songs as solo piano works? ParDANCE rium on the campus of Princeton University. Finnish vio- ticipants range from Wynton Marsalis, Duncan Sheik, Black Grace, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New linist Pekka Kuusisto with the youngest composer to ever be Ethan Iverson, and Steve Reich to Nico Muhly, Fred HerBrunswick. New Zealand-based contemporary dance comcommissioned by the Metropolitan Opera, Nico Muhly, at sch, Paul Moravec — and Sondheim himself, April 25, 7:30 pany, performing a collection of short and full-length works, the piano. The program will include works by J.S. Bach, p.m. Tickets cost $50; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. April 21, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $27-$57; www.statethecontemporary works by Philip Glass and Arvo Part, recent Dante Fiore, Bordentown Regional Middle School, 50 atrenj.org; 732-246-7469. compositions by Nico Muhly, and Finnish folk songs, April Dunn’s Mill Road, Bordentown. Tenor Dante Fiore will perSoledad Barrio, 91 University Place, Princeton. 30, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25; princetonuniversityconcerts. form a spring concert featuring fun and romantic songs, Madrid-based flamenco company will perform its adaptaorg; 609-258-9220. April 30, 3 p.m. $20, $5 students; 609-298-5465. tion of “Antigone,” April 28, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $25-$55; The Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard P. mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Marasco Center for the Performing Arts, 1629 Perrineville “Within the Quota,” Richardson Auditorium at AlexanRoad, Monroe. Under the direction of Chui-Tze Lin, the order Hall on the Princeton University Campus, Princeton. Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadchestra will perform Beethoven’s “Leonore Overture No.3” Reimagined version of 1923 pantomime-ballet with a score and SiCong Ma’s “The Mongolian Dance,” May 13, 7 p.m. walader Park, Trenton. “On the Edge,” invitational and juby Cole Porter, May 4, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25, $5 stu$3; monroetownshipculturalarts.com; 877-772-5425. ried exhibit for for young and emerging artists, through dents; tickets.princeton.edu; 609-258-9220. April 30; The Essential Paul Robeson, consolidates mate“Cinderella,” The College of New Jersey’s Kendall JAZZ, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. rial from previous major exhibit on Robeson, through April Main Stage Theater, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing. ClasLe Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., 30. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday noon to 4 p.m., Sun. sical, family-friendly production that is accessible to all auNew Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peter- 1-4 p.m. ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632. diences. Enjoy the story of the stepsisters’ comic antics, son, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princesome fairy dust, a handsome prince, and an ill-treated ser-

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ton. “Bruce Springsteen: A Photography Journey.” Curated by the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live. Exhibit features more than 40 photographs of the rock legend, and video interviews with the show’s five photographers: Danny Clinch, Ed Gallucci, Eric Meola, Pamela Springsteen, and Frank Stefanko. Together they revisit Springsteen’s career as a frontman and songwriter, capturing his charisma and off stage vulnerability, and documenting a great American musical legend, through May 21, 2017. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609924-8144. Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “The Berlin Painter and His World: Athenian Vase-Painting in the Early Fifth Century B.C.,” The exhibition will present 84 vessels and statuettes from the period, including 54 of the finest vases attributed to the Berlin Painter, providing a window into the world of Athenian society 2,500 years ago, through June 11. “Revealing Pictures.” Exhibit presenting works by 11 leading international artists: Nikolay Bakharev, Edmund Clark, Daniel and Geo Fuchs, Tim Hetherington, Pieter Hugo, Liu Zheng, Zanele Muholi, Robert Polidori, Alec Soth and Miwa Yanagi. The photographs from the Christopher E. Olofson Collection at the Princeton University Art Museum, through July 2; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.

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Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Exhibit of nature photography by Roberta C. Scott, through April 26. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609-275-2897. Gourgard Gallery at Town Hall, 23-A N. Main St., Cranbury. Photography by David Nissen. The exhibit will include images from three sources: Cranbury, New York City and Western Deserts, through April 28. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 23, 1-3 p.m. Admission is www.cranburyartscouncil.org. Princeton Day School Lower School Art Exhibit, Anne Reid ‘72 Art Gallery at Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road, Princeton. Exhibit includes the work of more than 200 Princeton Day School Lower School students in grades Pre-K through four, and will be the culmination of the interactions, collaborations, and contributions the school’s youngest students, through April 28. www.pds.org; 609-924-6700. “Schools for the Colored,” James Kerney Campus Gallery, Mercer County Community College Trenton Hall Annex, 137 N. Broad St. (across from the James Kerney Building). Exhibit by Wendel White featuring black-andwhite images with digital media to depict the racially segregated school buildings and landscapes that existed northern states, through May 4. Hours: Mon. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tues.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to noon, 3-6 p.m., Sat. noon to 5 p.m. Opening reception, April 12, 5-8 p.m. www.mccc.edu/jkcgallery. “The Natural Muse,” West Windsor Arts Council, 952 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. Exhibit featuring 32 works by area artists, juried by Joy Kreves, through May 6. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.westwindsorarts.org.

Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Weekly Wednesday Country Dance, April 26, 8 p.m. (Instruction starts at 7:30 p.m.), $9; www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Dancing and Dessert, Plainsboro Department of Recreation and Community Services, 641 Plainsboro Road. Ballroom dancing. Coffee and dessert, then take a dance lesson, June 10, 7-8:30 p.m., $12, $10 Plainsboro residents; 609799-0909, ext. 1719. Dancing by Peddie Lake, 112 Etra Road in Hightstown. Instruction by Candace-Woodward-Clough in swing, foxtrot,waltz and latin dancing. Classes will begin April 27 and April 28 for four weeks. Class starts at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $60 per person for four-week session. Registration required, emailcandaceclough1987@yahoo.com or call 732-995-4284. Friday Night Folk Dancing, at Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. One-hour instruction most weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. $5; 609-912-1272.

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The Art of Preservation D&R Greenway Land Trust is hosting the exhibit, “Eternal Beauty, Perpetual Green: Preserves through the Seasons” at the Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, through June 16. The exhibit intends to celebrate preservation, with many of the works depicting D&R Greenway preserves. Pictured is a landscape by Lora Durr featured in the exhibit. A reception will be held April 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.drgreenway.org or call 609-924-4646.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Eternal Beauty, Perpetual Green: Perpetual Green: Preserves through the Seasons,” Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. Works by seven artists celebrating preservation, through June 16. Reception, April 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646. Sculpture Exhibit by Patrick Strzelec, Graves Terrace at Paul Robeson Center of the Arts, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Outdoor exhibit that provides the public with an introduction to Strzelec’s work preceding the installation of his work on Witherspoon Street at the site of the new Avalon Princeton residencies, through June, 2017. For more information, go to artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-9248777. “Mercer Family and Friends 2017,” Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike (Route 1), Lawrenceville. Art exhibit featuring the work of lara Sue Beym, John A. Brecko, Jr., Giancarla Macaluso, Bill Plank, Helene Plank, Margaret Simpson and Margaret Woo, May 2-31. Reception, May 6, “Gallery 33 at Comisky’s Greenhouses,” 315 Franklin 2-4 p.m. www.mcl.org; 609-989-6920. St. (Route 33), Hightstown. Exhibit of landscape oil paintings by artist Paul Mordetsky. Opening reception featuring Mordetsky as well as other artists, along with live music and Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, light refreshments, through May 18, 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/comiskys or call 609- West Windsor. Adam Kerr, April 21-22; Goumba Johnny and Steve Trevelise, April 29; catcharisingstar.com; 609448-1705. “The Black South in the Sixties,” Bernstein Gallery at 987-8018. Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Bobby the Woordrow Wilson School in front of Robertson Hall on the Princeton University Campus. Exhibit of photography Slayton, April 21, 22, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $20; Vinnie by Julius Lester, who photographed major portions of the Brand: Stories You Haven’t Heard Before, April 27, 7:30 black South and the civil rights movement from 1964 to p.m., Dave Attell, April 28-29, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m. Sunday 1968, when he was a leader of the Student Nonviolent Co- Night Live with Talent and Friends, April 30, 8 p.m. stressordinating Committee, through May 18. Hours: Mon.-Fri. factory.com; 732-545-4242.

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Friends of Princeton Nursery Lands Arbor Day Celebration and Lichen Walk, Mapleton Preserve/D&R Canal State Park, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston. Dr. James Lendemer, a lichenologist from the New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx, will lead a lichen walk in the Mapleton Preserve. He will identify and talk about these unique and fascinating organisms, some of which are considered to be among the oldest living things, and their importance, April 22, 2-4 p.m. Free; www.fpnl.org; 609-683-0483. Artists Studio Open House, 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown. Tour the historic building filled with the works of painters, potters, silk tapestries and other works. Admission is free. Artwork will be available for sale. There also will be door prizes, live music and light refreshments, April 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. artstationstudios.com. Princeton Garden Statesmen Men’s Learn to Sing Program, West Windsor-Plainsboro Community Middle School, 95 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro. All men who enjoy singing are invited to attend a free, five-week program. Students will learn the basic techniques of great singing, and have the opportunity to sing in small groups, and a chorus environment. Class dates are: April 25, May 2, 9, 7:308:30 p.m. For more information or to register, go to www.gardenstatesmen.org or call 888-636-4449. Cookbook author Joy Stocke, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton. Join Wild River Review co-founder Joy E. Stocke and West Coast Editor Angie Brenner for mezes and conversation to celebrate the publication of their cultural and culinary cookbook, “Tree of Life.” Stocke and Brenner will be joined by cocktail whisperer Warren Bobrow who will make and serve Bosporus Fizzes, which he created for “Tree of Life.” Poet and Translator Edmund Keeley will be reading his poem Moussaka, April 27, 6 p.m. www.labyrinthbooks.com; 609-497-1600. Political Button Show, Titusville United Methodist Church, at the corner of River Road (Route 29) and Church Road, Titusville. East Coast collectors of political buttons, badges, ribbons and related ephemera will meet to sell, trade and display memorabilia from the 2016 campaigns, as well as from elections throughout the centuries, April 29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission costs $3, free children 12 and under; tonylee08560@gmail.com; 609-310-0817. “UNCORK Spring” wine festival, Mercer County Park, West Windsor. Wineries will offer samples of wines, as well as selling wines, including may 2017 offerings. Food trucks will be selling meals and dessert. There also will be live music and a kids zone, April 30, noon to 5 p.m. Sampling tickets at the gate cost $20 (cash only), non-sampling tickets cost $5. Advance sampling tickets cost $15. Must be 21 or older to purchase sampling tickets. www.newjerseywineevents.com.

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PACKET PICKS April 21-22 Westminster Choir to sing in Trenton The Westminster Choir and Bang on a Can All-Stars, conducted by Joe Miller, will perform Julia Wolfe’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “Anthracite Fields” in the space of the Roebling Wire Works in Trenton, April 21 and 22, with concerts beginning at 8 p.m. both nights. Semi-staged by Doug Varone and utilizing video projections, Anthracite Fields is a docu-oratorio about the mining industry and the Pennsylvania mining community that thrived in the early 20th century. Coal from those mines played a vital role in Trenton’s industrial success. Roebling Wire Works is located at 675 S. Clinton Ave., Trenton. Tickets cost $20, $15 seniors/students. For tickets and information, go to www.rider.edu/anthracite_ fields or call 609-921-2663.

April 23 Artists Studio open house The Artists Studio will host its annual open house at its studios located at 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour the historic building filled with the works of painters, potters, silk tapestries and other works. Admission is free. Artwork will be available for sale. There also will be door prizes, live music and light refreshments. For more information, go to artstationstudios.com.

Rep. Muoio lecture at WW Arts Council Representative Elizabeth Maher Muoio will be speaker during the next lecture presented by United State of Women-Mercer County, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the West Windsor Arts Center, 952 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. Muoio represents the 15th legislative district in the New Jersey State Assembly, and is the director of the Economic Development and Sustainability for Mercer County. She will discuss how residents can get educated, empowered and engaged in environmental policy decisions. The program is open to all. RSVP at heidikleinman@gmail.com.

April 27 Womanspace awards at Forrestal Village Womanspace will hold its 23rd Annual Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award Reception at the Westin in Forrestal Village in Plainsbor, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Two-time USA Olympic gold medalist in judo, Kayla Harrison will talk about her personal tragedy as a childhood sexual abuse survivor, and working through that hardship. The evening also will include a vacation raffle, offering a trip for two to Cancun, and a technology raffle with prizes including iPads, Amazon Echo, espresso machines and more. For more information, go to www.womanspace.org or call 609-394-0136.

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Faith Bahadurian

The joy of Facebook cuisine Our food columnist went online to find some delicious recipes I know the phrase “Facebook cuisine” may seem like some sort of oxymoron, but ever since I “got busy” on Facebook early last year, I’ve tried several recipes I’ve found there. I don’t count the recipes posted by traditional cooking sites that represent established magazine and network shows, but more the recipes from internet sites like delish.com that post videos, and from relatively unknown blogs. A discerning eye comes in handy here. When only a fast-action video is posted, sometimes without a link to a written recipe, you have to strain to catch the ingredients and measurements, much less the directions. These videos tend to have strange ingredient combinations, oddball measurements, painful amounts of sweeteners, etc. Or they gloss over instructions that may not work so well in practice. (I have a good eye for that kind of thing, thanks to years of “interpreting” recipes for my In The Kitchen columns.) But if you can winnow those out, there are some good dishes to be discovered, like the Balsamic Glazed Chicken below, now one of my go-to one-dish dinners. I also found a simple idea for quick baked potatoes that I couldn’t help trying, where you halve white or sweet potatoes and plant them face down on a baking sheet prepped with melted butter, grated Parmesan, and seasonings like garlic, salt, and pepper. Pop into a 400 degree oven for about 45 minutes, let sit undisturbed for a good 5 minutes once out of the oven (so cheese adheres), and then flip and enjoy. Especially good drizzled with a little ranch dressing.= Maybe too virtuous for me are the individual servings of The Perfect Bite Sized Breakfast from buzzfeed.com. You distribute spinach leaves, chopped tomatoes, and egg whites among oiled muffin cups and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, or until whites are set. I’d probably use whole eggs and/or add a sprinkling of cheese. The website’s Roasted Veggie Salad with Avocado Dressing sounds very nutritious too. There are also sweet treats galore on Facebook, and someday I may try the slow-cooker Bananas Foster or the French Toast (made without sweeteners, actually) found at cooktopcove.com. I’m also sorely tempted by the To Die For Carrot Cake at momontimeout.com, with its addition of pineapple. It uses applesauce in place of oil. Some dessert recipes sound too sweet, even for me, although I was tempted by the Apple Dapple Cake at southernplate.com. But that’s not true of the Caramel Cheesecake Dip from snappygourmet.com, which recommends real, unsweetened whipped cream. And then there are the things that Facebook friends post, that send me racing to the market and kitchen. I

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From pan to plate, Balsamic Glazed Chicken, made from a recipe on delish.com. didn’t even know what a Take 5 candy bar was until Take 5 Brownies came along. (Hat tip to Jenny Hartin of The Cook Book Junkies and EatYourBooks.com.) The Take 5 bar, a combination of chocolate, caramel, peanuts, peanut butter and pretzels, has apparently been the inspiration for countless brownie recipes. Some contain the actual candy bar, others mimic the ingredients in it. I checked out several versions online, then decided to go my own (lazy) route, using a favorite brownie mix, Ghirardelli’s Double Chocolate (or whip up your own from scratch). I bury mini Take 5 bars in the batter, and scatter peanuts and maybe some mini pretzel squares on top, before baking according to package or brownie recipe directions. The sweetness is balanced by the salty in these treats, and the crunch-factor is perfect. Oh my! Balsamic Glazed Chicken Adapted from delish.com. Next time I might slip some shallots or

wedges of onion among the potatoes, too. — F.B. 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 Â½ tablespoons whole-grain mustard 3 cloves garlic, minced kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (use boneless-skinless if you must, but don’t overcook) 2 cups baby red potatoes, halved (quartered if large, no larger than 1inch chunks) 1 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 rosemary sprigs, for skillet Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, combine vinegar, honey, mustard, and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until combined. Add chicken thighs and toss until fully coated, then transfer to the fridge to marinate at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour. (Mine were mari-

nated closer to 3 hours.) Meanwhile, toss potatoes in a medium bowl with chopped rosemary and 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. In a large oven-proof skillet, over medium-high heat, heat remaining tablespoon oil. Add chicken (reserve marinade) and sear, skin side down, 2 minutes, then flip and sear 2 minutes more. Add reserved marinade and bring to simmer; turn off heat, and then add potatoes to the skillet, nestling them between chicken, and rosemary sprigs. Transfer to oven and bake until potatoes are tender, and chicken is cooked through, 20 minutes. If potatoes need longer to cook, transfer chicken to a platter to rest and continue cooking potatoes until tender. (I did gently turn over potatoes about halfway through to encourage browning.) Serve chicken and potatoes with pan drippings. Faith Bahadurian blogs at njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).

Pam Hersh

Affordable education is a beast of a challenge While the 60 audience members were feasting on food for thought and popcorn, the discussion taking place at Princeton’s Garden Theatre April 12 was focused on starvation — particularly state-government fiscal starvation of public higher education institutions. The Trenton-based New Jersey Association of State Colleges and Universities (NJASCU) hosted a free screening of the documentary “Starving the Beast,” with a postscreening discussion led by Pennington resident Michael Klein, the CEO of NJASCU. The film conveys, through a series of interviews with academics, administrators, and governing board officials some fierce and destructive political and philosophical battles being waged at public higher education institutions in Louisiana, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and North Carolina. Dr. Klein — aided by a PowerPoint presentation and two decades of policy research and advocacy experience in the higher education arena — presented data about New Jersey’s public institutional financial challenges, relative to the situations described in the film. He noted that over the 25-year period from 1991 to 2016, state-operating appropriations to New Jersey’s state colleges and universities

decreased by more than $8.4 million. Across all of New Jersey’s public institutions of higher education, per-student funding dropped nearly 40 percent over the same time fame as enrollment at public institutions increased by more than 100,500 students, about 58 percent. My first reaction to the film was a greater appreciation for how good things are in New Jersey — yes, shockingly good, despite the reduction of direct state aid. New Jersey’s public higher education institutions are renowned throughout the world for high-quality and diverse academic offerings, excellent graduation rates, and consistently modest tuition increases. Even though tuition is relatively high (as is New Jersey’s cost of living), the education is affordable, because state aid and grants are among the highest in the nation. Also, the facilities at the institutions have been substantially improved thanks to the voter approval in 2012 of a $750 million bond act — the first statebacked financing for higher education facilities in New Jersey since 1988. Is this excellence sustainable considering the dwindling state operating support? I work for Dr. Klein, known to me as Mike, whom I first met when he was a student at Princeton University, class of 1987. Only after I

watched “Starving the Beast” — presenting some apocalyptic scenarios for the future of public higher education — did I ask him: “Now what? Is there any hope?” “The state colleges and universities for the past two years have been flat-funded, and considering the fiscal challenges facing the state, I do not think the colleges and universities can count on increased operational support,” Mike said. “But I do see some ways that the state can help sustain the health of our public higher education institutions without further burdening taxpayers or increasing student tuition and fees.” Those include: • Restore the public-private partnership program that, because of a political logjam, expired in August 2016. The program had financed enormously successful redevelopment projects at our public institutions, most locally, Campus Town at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), a privately financed, mixed-use development on the TCNJ campus. • Reform the procurement and construction provision of the State College Contracts Law, whose mandates put the state colleges and universities at a considerable disadvantage when doing major construction projects.

• Provide regulatory relief from those statutes and regulations that cost the schools millions of dollars and fail to pass the common-sense benefit test, such as the environmental rule that requires public colleges to obtain special approval to recycle consumer electronics, like computer parts. Mike also suggested looking to certain states like Washington, which is not mentioned in the film, that have made exceptional progress in keeping the cost of a four-year public college/university education affordable without starving the institutions. In 2015, Washington’s public colleges and universities agreed to cut tuition by up to 20 percent over two years after lawmakers agreed to provide $200 million to make up for the shortfall. The deal aimed to roll back tuition increases over the previous 10 years; some of Washington’s universities had doubled tuition, after state funding fell 20 percent per student after the recession. After watching “Starving the Beast,” I became hungry for practical — not pie-in-the-sky — solutions to keep colleges healthy and fit, and satisfy the needs of their students and all the residents of the state. NJASCU’s proposed menu of reforms seems like an excellent place to start.

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Soul searching for the artist within Rhinold Ponder ‘right-sized’ his law practice in order to pursue his true passion

For Rhinold Ponder, longtime Princeton resident and Princeton University graduate, class of ‘81, art is his soul food. When he paints he is feeding his soul, and his paintings reflect his soul. It took decades of soul searching, however, before he realized what he needed to do to find the right kind of nourishment. The recipe turned out to be simple. He needed to paint — and paint in two figurative dimensions — aesthetics and social ethics. With support and encouragement from his wife, former Princeton Township Mayor Michele TuckPonder, he made the decision to give up his law practice and devote his life to painting, despite having a daughter about to go to college and a son in fourth grade. In January of 2017, he closed his physical law office and opened a new era of his life. The impetus for what he called the “right-sizing” of his law practice (he still has a few clients whom he can help remotely) occurred 15 years ago, when Rhinold “retired” from being on non-profit boards, because he loved being on the boards too much. I first met Rhinold when he was working as a busy New Brunswick-based lawyer, while also serving as president of the Crossroads Theatre board, a full-time unpaid job. He led the effort to rescue Crossroads Theatre from bankruptcy. Once the theater was resuscitated, Rhinold decided it was time to rescue himself and retire from all of his boards, in order to pursue painting, an avocation he started in high school in Chicago. Simultaneously learning that his mother had terminal cancer, Rhinold felt more compelled than ever to follow his heart. “As a teenager, I majored in commercial art, even won a National Hallmark competition,” he said. “When I came to Princeton University (graduating cum laude as a political science major), I did cartooning for some of the student publications. My desire to paint was always lurking in the background. I collected paints with the intention that I would start painting — soon.” “Soon” became 20 years. Rhinold eventually did unpack those paints, but not until after he and his packed-up paints went on to graduate school for master’s degrees in African American studies and journalism at Boston University and then law school at NYU. After all of his academic successes, he still was unsure about the direction of his career. He liked being creative and helping people and needed a way to apply his law degree to those desires. It was the dentist who fixed his teeth who also fixed his career ambivalence. “I was completing an internship at the appellate division in Jersey City and had no idea what to do with my life, until my dentist, Dr. Chester Peterson in New Brunswick, gave me the inspiration,” Rhinold said. “Dr. Peterson (the widower of Burnetta Griggs of the renowned Griggs family of Princeton) suggested that I come to New Brunswick

Rhinold Ponder with Taneshia Nash Laird, the new executive director of the Arts Council of Princeton. to start a law practice that focused on the needs of the lower- and middle-income population. Dr. Peterson had space upstairs in his office building. The concept of a socially responsible law practice really clicked with me,” said Rhinold, who looked forward to helping resource-limited individuals navigate everyday problems as well as entrepreneurial business ventures. In a no-degrees-of-separation world, Dr. Peterson also fixed Rhinold’s marital status. Dr. Peterson and the Griggs family hired Rhinold as the attorney overseeing the sale of the Griggs property, 26.5 acres of land on State Road in Princeton, to Princeton Township. The purpose of the sale was to create the Griggs Farm housing development, which would feature low, moderate and market rate housing, a project that was so significant for achieving Princeton’s housing goals. It was a socially responsible use of Rhinold’s legal talents. It also turned out to be a vehicle for Rhinold to meet the woman who would become his wife — Michele Tuck, a purchaser of one the units at Griggs Farm. Thanks to a recommendation from Dr. Peterson, Michele hired Rhinold to be the attorney representing her interests in the purchase

of a Griggs Farm home and then subsequently in the refinancing of the property. As Rhinold cutback on his socially responsible legal work, he increased his socially responsible voice in society through his artwork and his writing. He started a political and social justice blog Freestateofponder, which is the outgrowth of a Facebook page called Non-Black and White discussion Group. But for the past nine months, much of his time has been spent communicating with images. He specializes in two categories of work. The bestknown type of Ponder art appeals to the viewer’s sense of aesthetics with an underlying message. “I want to focus on expressions of hope and faith as unifying elements in a diverse society, which I find I best expressed by the human form in motion as in sports, dance, prayer, and play,” he said. His bodies-in-motion artworks are characterized by explosive color and expressionist style. He works mostly in acrylics but has been experimenting in all sorts of mixed media “My painting techniques are constantly evolving — for me the joy of practice is continual growth and experimentation,” he said. His experimentation is evident in his second category of artwork as social commentary whose goal is to use art through provocation to break communication barriers regarding race and justice, and how we view one another. His signature provocative social commentary art project is “The Rise and Fail of the N-Word: Beyond Black and White,” a sociological art project, first exhibited at Princeton University’s Carl Field Center. The art show featured work by 20 artists, 10 from the United States and 10 from other parts of the world. The “rules” were to create a logo using the N-word and make a captivating logo in color, not black-and-white. The results, which Rhinold intends to publish, revealed, “exactly what I suspected. The Americans had problems and felt constrained, where as the nonAmericans were not intimidated by the N-word. The racial dynamic stifled the Americans who could not get beyond the race issue,” he said. Rhinold’s well-received art show in August, 2016, at the Arts Council of Princeton’s Pop-up studio in the Princeton Shopping Center was titled: “Gotta Believe,” the name of the first painting Rhinold made as an adult, and it was created in honor of his mother. And I gotta believe that he will succeed, even though his effort to retire from all non-profit boards has failed. Three years ago, he joined the board of the Arts Council of Princeton, which hosted at the end of March a reception that served to welcome Taneshia Nash Laird as the Arts Council’s new executive director, and to reconnect me with Rhinold Ponder and his soulful art.

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Rich Fisher

A pop-up worth popping into Umbrella has set up temporary shop in downtown Princeton

Rejoice Princeton! Now in its ninth year as one of the most inviting antique/mid-century/modern home furnishing centers in the state, Umbrella Home Décor has set up shop downtown for the next three months. For those who live to decorate and re-decorate their abode, this is truly a moment to relish. While the main business is located above the Tomato Factory antique center in Hopewell, Umbrella Home Décor opened a pop-up store April 1 at Judy King Interior at 44 Spring St. in Princeton. Owners (and sisters-in-law) Fay and Linda Sciarra have imported samplings from each of their 10 Hopewell dealers to the pop-up shop, along with merchandise from the acclaimed Olde Good Things, for which Umbrella is the New Jersey distributor. If you are looking for that truly distinct item to set your home apart from the rest, this is a pop-up worth popping into. Or, even if you just want a little zest in your life, stop by because you never know what you might discover there. One thing you can be sure of, it will be a pleasant experience. For one thing, Fay and Linda are as charming as the store is fascinating. They will patiently, intelligently inform and assist every customer to procure what’s right. They consider themselves “purveyors of beautiful things for the home,” and realize that each home needs a different type of beauty. What really makes the store so cool is its unique, eclectic, well-crafted and reasonably priced inventory. “You’re going to find one-of-a-kind, beautiful, unexpected items for your home,” Linda said. “It can be accessories, furniture, lighting, art.” “I would say, ‘Expect the unexpected,’” Fay said. “This is not a mass-produced mall for your furnishings. It’s inspiring, it’s fun, it’s uplifting, it’s higher end and it’s much less expensive. If you were going to buy a George Smith-style sofa new today it would be $12,000, here we have it for $4,500. It’s for the sophisticated buyer, and you’re going to get incredible high style at a really good value.” She explains that when people visit a home and ask, “Where did you get that farm table, or that amazing lamp, or that beautiful handmade pillow, “the answer is Umbrella.” The Princeton locaton is scheduled to be open through June at least. A recent pop-up in Frenchtown stayed open for nearly a year. “There’s always a chance we’d want to stay,” Fay said. “You start to have an emotional connection with your customers. This is a beautiful store and being in downtown Princeton is prime.” Especially because Princeton is a market Umbrella wants to cover, since the shop reflects the town itself in many ways. “We just to get our name out there and show what we’re about and tap into people that don’t know about us,” Linda said. “We’ve had buyers on-line from California, Texas, Chicago, even Saudi Arabia,” Fay added. “We’re known nationally and we’ve grown every year for eight years but a lot of Princeton people don’t know we’re there. We’re hoping three months here will change that. It’s an amazing town.” The journey started on a Ferry Boat to Martha’s Vineyard, which is where they first met after coming from different backgrounds. Fay grew up just outside of Detroit and graduated from the University of Michigan. Wishing to relocate to a big city, she became a TV producer in San Francisco. Proving that love conquers all, she moved East to marry David Sciarra and become a stay-at-home mom. Her own mother, an artist who died just after she got married, suggested Fay try painting to help fill a void as she acclimated to the East Coast. One thing led to another and Fay became a commercial artist whose work was solid at the now-defunct Go For Baroque in Princeton, as well as in galleries throughout the country. That lasted for 15 years until the economic downturn hit, and her paintings weren’t paying the bills. As luck would have it, Linda started dating

Umbrella owners Fay and Linda Sciarra in their new pop-up location in Princeton. David’s brother, Peter. The two women met on a Sciarra family outing to Martha’s Vineyard and became immediate friends. Linda was born and raised in Wildwood Crest and is proud to still call herself a Jersey Shore girl. She and Peter split time between Wildwood and their home in Stockton. After 18 years of teaching special education for Cape May County Special Services, Linda began looking for different work. Fay, a Lawrenceville resident, was still selling art at the Tomato Factory when space upstairs became available. She approached her sister-in-law, and in 2009 they opened a small landing that has now grown to the entire upper level. They chose the name “Umbrella” because they collected a collaborative group of creative people all under the same ceiling. Current dealers include Gary Gandelman, Russell Hutsko, Richard Hoffman, Nancy Furey, Susan Weatherley, Maria Gage, Kevin McPheeters, Kathleen Jamieson, Judy King and Sholeh Djahanbani. “We kind of cover ourselves by picking the best dealers in the area,” Fay said. “They are the best in the greater Princeton area from as far as New Canaan, Connecticut, Far Hills, Lambertville, New Hope and Princeton, of course. Most of them have been in the business for 20 to 30 years and they continue to come up with amazing things.” And while the owners may not be attracted to all their dealers’ creations, they understand that one size does not fit all when it comes to decorating. “We don’t have to personally love every item,” Fay continued. “I don’t want to necessarily live with it in my house but part of the thrill is seeing what these 10 different fabulously creative people come up with. Taste is so subjective, so for us, we didn’t want to put ourselves in a position of judging what is good or bad. Our job is to curate it, not to reject. We need to make sure we’re very transparent and truthful about how old it is and whatever we need to honor the customer — where’s it from, how old it is.” “And,” Linda added, “to fairly price it and make it look good in the environment.” Aside from their dealers, the Sciarras are proud to be the Jersey outlet for Olde Good Things, a Scranton, Pennsylvania-based company with four stores in New York City and one in Los Angeles. Olde Good Things hails itself “The Place of the Architecturologists” as it creates unique tables and benches. “Our clientele like the eclectic, more unusual home furnishings,” said Fay, who sells some of her paintings at Umbrella. “We have a mix of things that have a story behind them. One of the reasons we call ourselves Umbrella Home Décor instead of Umbrella Antiques is we’re not an antique store. We’re like a hip, eclectic, continuously changing combination of old and new. You’re not going to find a repeat of the look of our store anywhere.” Thus, they are looking to further establish their own identity closer to home, which led to

the Princeton pop-up. Once nationally renowned interior designer Judy King closed down her Princeton establishment to devote herself to designing rather than designing and selling, she rented it to different businesses. But it had been sitting empty for a while and she approached the Sciarras, who carry the works of Judy’s mother, top designer Kathleen Jamieson, at Umbrella. In what they term a win-win situation, the women negotiated a price, King got a tenant and the two businesses combined forces. Joanne Palmer, who works for King, has an office in the pop-up. If customers cannot find what they are looking for in the store, the sisters-in-law refer them to Joanne, or other merchants in the field. “We have a very large rolodex,” Fay said. “If they need an upholsterer, we know upholsterers. When we get asked to do interior designs, we refer people to Judy. We don’t have connections to get the new couches and window treatments and rugs and paint color. That’s a whole other thing. What we specialize in are the one-of-akind, interesting, antiques and mid-century, gently used high-end brands.” The main reason for their second pop-up endeavor is to improve Umbrella’s visibility in Princeton and the surrounding areas. The store will become more a part of the local fabric by setting up a booth at CommuniversityArtsFest on April 30. “A pop-up is a valuable, attractive marketing tool,” Fay said. “It’s like a three-dimensional ad-

vertisement, where people get to really experience what you’re all about. Even though we are at Judy King Interiors — it is her building — we are Umbrella Décor, our logo is on front of the building and our signs are on the front of the sandwich board. This gives us a chance to try out a new location to see how well a store performs here, with very little risk. There is no long-term lease and minimal chance of losing money.” The pop-up store consists of a front and back room, and the inventory is set up in a way that makes a visitor want to look at darn near everything on the floor. And while Linda is considered the “businesswoman” and Fay the “artist,” both know how to set up a display to make it look pleasing. The two bounce ideas off each other constantly and help decorate each other’s homes. “We always did antiquing together,” Fay said. “We’re both visual and we both care about the beauty of our own houses so whenever we’d be on vacation together we’d go to the flea market every weekend. Then we’d get together and make our houses look pretty.” While the store is a sight to behold, a lot of sales come online using the 1stdibs.com website. But while online shopping is nice for those from distant lands, it would truly behoove local consumers to visit the Umbrella pop-up. Fay and Linda are about people as much as they are about product, and just chatting with them induces a good mood. “I think we’re just open to the customers,” Linda said. “We listen to them and make suggestions and have gone above and beyond a lot of times for the customers. If we don’t have it we help with what they’re looking for. We want the customer to feel they can come in here and get our full attention and full respect for our product.” “We love our business, we’re excited and inspired by what we sell and we want other people to get design inspiration,” Fay said. “That’s how you get repeat customers. This is furniture, it’s not somebody coming in and buying an ice cream cone. Someone comes in and they think about the farm table, they measure it, they send us pictures of where it‘s going to go, they want to know ‘Should I do this stain or that?’ We’re of service, we like to help them, it’s part of what we do and it creates relationships.” It also creates a Mecca for those who wish to be amazed and astounded by home décor. Truly a reason to rejoice! Umbrella is at 44 Spring St., Princeton. Hours: Mon. and Wed. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thurs.Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, email mailto:sales@umbrelladecor.com, go to www.umbrelladecor.com, or call 609-466-2800.

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SHOP TALK

The Week of Friday, April 21, 2017

Rich Fisher

Inside the area’s latest deals and sales

Shop Talk is a weekly notebook that informs readers of news, promotions, and sales happening at area businesses. To submit an item, email rfisher@centraljersey.com and put “Item for Shop Talk” in the subject line. This week’s items are as follows: The Optical Shoppe at 419 Harrison St. in Princeton is hosting a trunk show, April 27, 5 to 8 p.m. to celebrate Parisian eyewear company Lafont’s 30th anniversary. The Optical Shoppe will be presenting a limited-edition frame, as well as Lafont’s newest collection of spectacular frames for sight and sun. For more information, go to www.princetoneyegroup.com.

*** Twine. gift shop at 8 Somerset St. in Hopewell will be staging drive-in movie nights (without the car) in the backyard, running from various nights through the spring and summer starting with “Harry Potter and he Sorcerer’s Stone” on April 28. A cost of $10 per person includes a movie, unlimited popcorn and lemonade. Come as a family and kids are $5 each. Bring a chair or blanket, and also bring wine if you so choose. Upcoming movies feature “Raiders of the Lost Ark” on May 19 and “Back To The Future“ on June 23. For more information, go to www.twinehopewell.com.

*** Blue Mercury at 72 Palmer Square West in Princeton is offering Spring Makeup Parties on the following dates: April 21-22: Trish McEvoy makeover event April 28-29: Chanel makeover party May 12-13: Laura Mercier makeover party May 19: LaMer facial event May 20: Chantecaille facial and makeup event May 27: YSL Makeover party *** Art Station Studios at 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown, is holding a spring boutique open house and artist marketplace, April 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Twice a year the artists convert their working studios into galleries and open

them to the public. On view will be a wide array of fine art in all mediums, including functional pottery, oil paintings, white-line woodblock prints, photography, sculpture, watercolors, pastel, silk painting, collage, and more. Art will be available for viewing and purchase. This is an opportunity to see artwork in progress and talk to artists about their techniques and the content of their work. For those interested in taking art lessons, several of the artists have classes available. While strolling through the restored historic train depot, local musicians will be performing and light refreshments will be available in the artists’ studios. There will be free parking and admission. For more information, go to artstationstudios.com. *** Brooks Brothers on 17 Palmer Square E., Princeton, is holding a “Made To Measure Trunk Show,” April 22. Enjoy the ultimate tailoring experience and personalize a one-of-a-kind garment with the help of Brooks Brothers’ expert associates. Brooks Brothers is also accepting donations for Make-A-Wish through April 30. For more information, go to www.brooksbrothers.com or call 609-6886879. *** Palmer Square’s Girls Night Out will be held May 184 to 9 p.m. The event features an evening of exclusive promotions and discounts brought to women by the shops and restaurants in Princeton’s Palmer Square. To register visit www.palmersquare.com/events/girls-night-out. *** Princeton HealthCare System will celebrate Cancer Survivor Day, June 8 by hosting Amy Robach at the Hyatt Regency Princeton on 102 Carnegie Center Drive. Robach is news anchor for ABC’s “Good Morning America” and a New York Times bestseller; and breast cancer survivor. She will share her very public cancer journey and describe how it has given her a different perspective on life. Everyone is welcome for coffee, tea and desserts prior to the start of the program.

The event is free but registration is required. Register at www.princetonhcs.org or by calling 1-888-897-8979. *** Carter & Cavero Old World Olive Oil Company at 27 Palmer Square E., Princeton, is offering 200-ml bottles of rosemary olive oil and garlic cilantro balsamic vinegar for $10.95, and 500-ml bottles of the same two items for $20.95. Each marks a $3 discount. All Spanish pottery is 20 percent off. Deals last through April 30. For more information, go to www.carterandcavero.com or call 609-3560215. *** Fun & Fit Summer Camp at HRC Fitness is now offering registration for summer. A Readers Choice Winner 2016 as One of the Best in Somerset County, the camp offers: Sports, fitness, swimming, and nutrition Fitness classes including Yyga, Zumba, karate, and tumbling Activities like creative arts, games, music, art, and more Weekly bus trips and enrichment opportunities Community projects and visits from local safety organizations Opportunities to make new friends Learning experiences, relaxation, and more. Camp runs June 19 to Aug. 25 and offers full day (8 to 4 p.m.) half days (a.m. and p.m.) and partial weeks, as well as extended care. For more details and registration information, go to www.hrcfitness.com/summercamp. *** Princeton Learning Cooperative has announced that Jon Lambert, owner of the Princeton Record Exchange, will be recognized at the Celebration of Self-Directed Learning, April 29, 2 to 4 p.m. The event is being held at D&R Greenway’s Johnson Education Center at 1 Preservation Place in Princeton. The Self-Directed Learning Award is given to community members who took an independent educational path and have

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gone on to create successful and meaningful lives. The Princeton Record Exchange is listed as one of the best music stores in America by Rolling Stone, CNN, Time, and others. Current teen members, parents of former members and PLC staff members will also share inspiring stories of young people taking control of their time and education. Food and drinks will be donated by Small World Coffee; Lillipies; The Bent Spoon; McCaffrey’s; and Nomad Pizza, among others. Event sponsors include Classical Pilates; Kenney, Chase and Costa; Shibumi Farm; Pinneo Construction. Live music will be performed by current teen members. For more information and to reserve a free ticket, go to www.learningcooperatives.org. For more information on Princeton Record Exchange, go to www.prex.com or call 609-921-0881.

*** Scrap U & Artistry Too of 2 Clerico Lane, Suite 201 in Hillsborough is accepting registration for its summer camps, which include: July 5-7, Water World Theme: Create a variety of projects related to water — water bombs, watercolor fun, clay water swirl bowl and sensory water jars. July 10-14, Summer Breeze: Celebrate being outside and enjoying summer. Create projects related to the outdoors, such as wind chimes, rock people, grass heads, bird feeders and patio paint. July 31-Aug. 4: Kids Just Wanna Have Fun: Kids try new things and create masterpieces. Create a variety of projects, such as washer pendants/key chains, tie dye totes, clay creations, all about that paint and duct tape art. Aug. 14-18 I SEA You: Explore the beach and create projects related to the ocean such as sand art terrariums, beach frames, glow in the dark sand and tide pool canvas. Aug. 28-Sep. 1 Vacation Vibes: Retrace summer steps, record the fun things you did and try something new. Summer fun memory book, travel collage, fun with friends and memory cube. To register: www.scrapunj.com or call 732-239-5003.

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Be the host with the most Design your home in a way that brings spring entertaining to a new level By Keith Loria Special Writer

Hosting an evening of entertainment can present an array of challenges. Aside from providing food and drinks, creating an atmosphere of fun and relaxation for your guests sounds easier said than done. You’ll want to ensure there’s enough room to accommodate your guests and create a look they will not soon forget. There are a variety of ways to turn your home into everyone’s favorite spot, and one of the best ways is by distinguishing it with some high-end, luxury design. Deborah Leamann, owner of Deborah Leamann Interior Design in Pennington, says luxury design speaks volumes about home owners. “In the design arena, they are not interested in following trends or current fashion-forward items, but mainly investing in classic pieces with longevity — art, antiques and acquisitions that appeal to their personal style,” she says. “Why is it a good idea to do things a little unique? I do not believe in cookie-cutter design or following what every other design firm is doing. Having a unique twist to the design keeps interiors from being static and falling short on visual appeal.” Making some renovations to the home is one way to help make a house really stand out. For instance, upgrading electrical systems to a Forbes or Lomax switching system and becoming a “smart” house with a Lutron or Crestron system not

only can make you the envy of the neighborhood. Then of course, you can work on the physical design. “Investing in art and rugs that have value and can set a tone for the overall design is always a great idea,” Leamann says. “Having luxury baths and kitchens with upgraded appliances and finishes are timeless investments. Radiant heated floors, sound systems, elevators and custom closet designs round out the luxurious lifestyle.” The kitchen is often a focal point at parties. It is where food and drinks are prepared and meals are shared. Therefore, making sure that your kitchen is prepared is an essential aspect of hosting a party. Size is not a prerequisite for a great entertaining kitchen, although square footage will determine whether you can include features like an island or butler’s pantry. When it comes to creating the ideal kitchen for parties, one of the most vital aspects is that your kitchen serves as an effective entertaining space. This is determined through the specialty features that are integrated in the space to enable serving food and drinks to be easy tasks. The look of your kitchen is the essence to the vibe you want your party to have. A sleek look for your kitchen is recommended. When designing a one-wall, or single-wall kitchen, consider the placement and spacing of the elements of your work triangle: refrigerator, sink and stove/oven.

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Whether you’re entertaining indoors or outdoors, the right design can help create an elegant space for you and your guests. If you’re looking to make a statement on the exterior of your property, be it with a deck or patio, Leamann says natural surfaces are a must. “Blue stone, brick and field stone add a fabulous dimension and immediately speak luxury,” she says. She also recommends hiring a professional landscaper to enhance your home‘s curb appeal. Heated pools, hot tubs and fire features along with specialty lighting also can take summertime entertaining to new levels. Another idea is to invest in a fire pit and your guests will never want to go indoors, even

on chilly nights. Bring out the inner-kids in your guests by ending the night with everyone making their own s’mores. It’s a delicious way to keep the fun going. Bowden’s Fireside Hearth & Home in Hamilton can help you install a fire pit, and also has a great selection of barbecues and other outdoor living products. A secluded seating area becomes prime real estate for a fire pit setup. A grouping of weather-resistant chairs should surround any fire feature, and use decorated stones to call attention to the space. A great addition to a home

that wants to be known as the center for entertainment is a home bar. While these are normally reserved for adults who want to enjoy a cocktail, even in households where alcohol is not consumed regularly, it is nice to have a cozy spot to relax with a cappuccino, fruit

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HEALTH MATTERS

Dr. Philippe J. Khouri

Treating major depression with ECT the ‘Brain Defibrillator’

Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, affecting more than 16 million adults across the nation, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Often, depressive disorders can be treated with medications, psychotherapy or a combination of the two. However, in cases of severe depressive disorders not responding to medications, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has proven to be a safe and effective treatment approach that provides rapid relief. What is ECT? Electroconvulsive therapy is a procedure that causes changes in brain chemistry that can reverse the symptoms in severe depression and other conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder that are not responding to medication. During ECT small electric currents are sent to the brain through electrodes placed on the surface of the patient’s head. These electrical currents trigger a brief seizure, which helps to release certain chemicals known to improve cellular-level connections within the brain. Patients are administered general anesthesia prior to ECT and are unaware of the treatment as it is being administered. Is ECT safe? Yes. Electroconvulsive therapy is a wellresearched, highly effective procedure during which the patient is closely supervised. At the ECT Suite at Princeton House Be-

havioral Health, a unit of Princeton HealthCare System, every patient is closely monitored before, during and after the procedure by an anesthesiologist, a nurse certified in advanced cardiac life support, and an ECT psychiatrist. Not everyone will experience side effects from ECT, but some of the treatment’s more common side effects include: • Headache • Upset stomach • Muscle aches • Short-term memory loss While short-term memory loss has been associated with ECT, research shows that memory problems seem to be more associated with the traditional type of ECT called bilateral ECT, in which the electrodes are placed on both sides of the head. Today, ECT is being administered unilaterally, which involves applying the electrodes to only the right side of the head — the non-dominant hemisphere for most individuals. Unilateral ECT has been found to be less likely to cause memory problems, according to the NIH. Additionally, other advancements are significantly minimizing the risk. There is no longer a one-size-fits-all treatment approach. Rather the dose of the electrical stimulus is individualized for each patient. Further, older ECT equipment delivered a continual current, but today much shorter, brief pulse current frequent is used. While

the procedure takes only minutes, patients cannot drive immediately after and must have someone to drive them home. Who is a candidate for ECT? Patients with severe, treatment-resistant depression often find relief with ECT. Advances in ECT monitoring have expanded the ability to treat patients with co-existing conditions such as cardiovascular disease and sleep apnea. In addition to checking for signs of memory loss, doctors carefully monitor heart activity, blood pressure, oxygen consumption and other parameters. What are the benefits of ECT? As the NIH notes, two major advantages of ECT over medication are that ECT begins to work quicker, often starting within the first week, and older adults respond especially quickly. For many patients, ECT makes a significant difference in terms of coping abilities. It can relieve anxiety and mood instability, while restoring sleep, appetite, concentration, and the ability to feel and express emotion. In a sense, it is like resetting brain function. In addition, treatment with ECT can reduce lost work time, the need for hospitalization, the cost of medications and the number of side effects from taking multiple medications or having to take higher doses of medications to achieve symptom relief. How many treatments are generally given? Everyone is different and should receive

an individualized course of treatment. Initially, patients usually receive six to 12 treatments administered three days a week. The number of treatments is determined by the improvement in symptoms. After the initial treatment course, maintenance treatment may be needed to reduce the chances that symptoms will return. In many cases, patients who undergo ECT will also take antidepressant or a mood stabilizing medication as part of an ongoing treatment plan. While everyone feels sad or down sometimes, severe depressive disorders have significant biological correlates and are serious medical conditions that require treatment. If you struggle with severe depression that does not get better with medication and psychotherapy, ECT may help. Talk with your doctor about ECT and whether the treatment approach is right for you. For more information about ECT services at Princeton House, go to www. princetonhouse.org or call 609-613-4780.

Philippe J. Khouri, M.D., is board certified in adult and geriatric psychiatry. He is the Director of the Psychiatry Consultation Service at the University Medical Center of Princeton and Associate Medical Director of electroconvulsive therapy services at Princeton House Behavioral Health.

The top foods for a healthy heart By Keith Loria Special Writer

Dr. Perry Herman, on staff at Princeton Healthcare System, reminds his patients, “You are what you eat.” “What you put into your mouth translates into the fuel that is available to your body. Put in another way — food is medicine,” he says. “If we paid more attention to what we ate, then we would have less cardiovascular and other chronic diseases in this country. Diets high in saturated fat and simple sugars are toxic to your heart and entire body. They cause inflammation and ultimately with chronic exposure coronary and arterial vascular disease.” As an MDVIP-affiliated primary care physician who focuses on measuring risk for chronic

disease, and primarily cardiovascular disease, Princeton-based Dr. Simon Murray works very closely with his patients on exercise, diet and nutrition. Together with those in his care, he makes a plan that can work 365 days a year where both doctor and patient are accountable for helping to prevent and control heart disease. “Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death among men and women, and will affect half of all men and one-third of all women over the age of 40,” Dr. Murray says. “More than half of those who suffer from sudden cardiac arrest had no prior symptoms. The good news? An individual’s lifestyle can greatly reduce the chance of developing heart disease and reduce the chance of a survivor having a recurrent event.” Among his tips for healthy eating are to consume between five and nine servings of fruits

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lemington Subaru, proud member of the Flemington Car and Truck Country Family of Brands, announced today the results of its 2016/2017 Subaru Share the Love Campaign which raised money for national charities as well as a designated “hometown charity.” Tim Morley, General Manager of Flemington Subaru; Charlie Smith, General Manager of the Flemington Car & Truck Country Family of Brands; and David Sammons, President and CEO of Subaru Distributors Corp. presented a check for $14,628.27 to Christina O’Malley, Senior Vice –President of the Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation (HHF). This check represented the amount contributed to Flemington Subaru’s chosen “hometown charity.” Beginning November 17, 2016 and running through January 2, 2017, customers who purchased a new Subaru selected from a list of organizations to receive a $250 donation from Subaru of America (SOA) in their name. The ninth-annual Share the Love program allowed customers the opportunity to make donations to four national charities: the ASPCA©, Make-A-Wish©, Meals on Wheels America© and the National Park Foundation. Additionally, customers of Flemington Subaru were given the opportunity to choose Flemington Subaru’s designated local charity, The Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation (HHF). HHF is the fundraising organization for Hunterdon Medical Center and supports the medical center’s mission to provide high quality healthcare for their community. “We are always happy to support this worthy program and raise money in the name of our long standing community partner, Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation” stated Steve Kalafer, Chairman of Flemington Subaru and the Flemington Car & Truck Country Family of Brands. “At Flemington Car & Truck Country we whole-heartily support the foundation’s mission to provide high quality, cost-effective healthcare for our local community, and welcome the opportunity to validate their cause.” “We are proud to give back to our local community anyway we can,” added Tim Morley, General Manager at Flemington Subaru. “Subaru’s Share the Love Program falls in line with who we are as an organization. We always look for opportunities to strengthen our community and build a better life for those less fortunate.” Subaru of America donated more than $23.4 million to national and local charities during its annual “Share The Love” campaign bringing the total donated through the life of the program to more than $94 million. Conveniently located at 167 Route 31 in Flemington NJ, Flemington Subaru, recipient of the 2017 DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award and a Subaru Stellar Performer Dealer, proudly offers for sale and services a full line of New & Certified Pre-Owned Subaru vehicles. The Flemington Car and Truck Country Family of Brands, “Family, Independent… Not Corporate,” is comprised of 16 manufacturer brands and 8 dealership locations on Routes 202 & 31 and is now in its 40th year of operation. For further information call 1-800- Flemington or visit Flemington. com.

and vegetables daily, limiting alcohol, choosing whole grains, lean proteins (fish, chicken without skin, beans) and low-fat dairy products, and limiting daily salt/sodium intake to around 2,000 mg. “Research suggests sodium retains fluid, which can increase blood volume thereby increasing blood pressure,” he says. “Read food package nutrition labels for sodium level. Frozen, processed and fast foods tend to be highest.” When buying produce, Dr. Murray suggests buying locally grown items, as a lot of fruit and vegetables imported from other countries lose some of their nutritional value by the time they hit the shelves. He adds that frozen produce works because the freezing locks in the nutrients. The American Heart Association recom-

mends eating fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times (two servings) a week, especially fish high in omega-3s, such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, herring and trout. There are a number of things people can do in their diets to be more healthy. For instance, a handful of nuts such as almonds or walnuts will satisfy your hunger and help your heart. Berries are chock-full of heart-healthy phytonutrients and soluble fiber, so adding blueberries, strawberries, cranberries or raspberries in cereal or yogurt is a smart thing to do. Flaxseeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and phytoestogens to boost heart health, and people should take them in ground or milled form to reap the greatest benefit. Here are some other foods people should

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Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s tango in the night Spring gala raised funds for education outreach program in Trenton The Jasna Polana golf club in Princeton was transformed into a milonga (tango club) during Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s gala Under the Stars in Buenos Aires on April 8. Tango music performed by violin virtuoso Daniel Rowland and PSO musicians, professional tango dancers, and exotic décor evoked a sultry summer night in the city. The evening raised funds for the orchestra and its PSO BRAVO! education programs, particularly for a new initiative to bring the PSO’s music into the Trenton Public Schools. “Our goal this year was to introduce new elements and a unique look to keep the event fresh and full of energy,” said Stephanie Wedeking, gala chair. Among the additions were a party board sign-up for a cabaret evening with award-winning clarinetist/composer Derek Bermel, an extended cocktail hour, live-auction glow stick “bid paddles,” new auction items such as a private box at a Billy Joel concert and a special dinner orchestrated by PSO Music Director Rossen Milanov, plus the new theme of tango. Ms. Wedeking and her gala committee took inspiration from Daniel Rowland’s September 2016 PSO concert performance of Astor Piazzolla’s “Invierno Porteno” movement from the composer’s tango-infused Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. “We were honored and excited that Daniel reprised his stunning performance at the gala. His passionate playing absolutely captivated gala attendees,” Wedeking said. To complement the music, red,

yellow, and orange flowers lit by amber pin-lights echoed ceiling illumination to create an ambience evocative of an evening in Buenos Aires. Professional tango dancers circulated among guests for conversation and photos, then performed a tango demonstration before choosing partners to whirl around the dance floor. A tango trio with bandoneón kept the dance floor in constant motion. This year’s gala included a special PSO BRAVO! Challenge to attendees to participate in a new initiative to bring the Princeton Symphony Orchestra to Trenton public schools in a runout performance of the orchestra’s popular School Day Concert. “Transporting hundreds of school children from Trenton to Princeton just isn’t feasible for Trenton Public Schools, so the Princeton Symphony Orchestra is being pro-active and bringing the orchestra to Trenton,” said David Tierno, PSO board president emeritus and honorary gala chair. “Now school children there will be able to experience the joys and inspiration of a live orchestra performance in their own backyard.” More than 100 PSO BRAVO! performances and events each year engage students at every age level, and are presented free of charge to schools and throughout the community. The PSO relies on fundraising support to bring music to the concert hall and beyond. For more information on PSO BRAVO! and how to contribute to the PSO BRAVO! Trenton initiative, go to www.princetonsymphony.org/education.

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Violinist Daniel Rowland during a performance by PSO musicians of Astor Piazzolla’s “Invierno Porteno” from “Four Seasons of Buenos Airea” at the orchestra’s gala, April 8.

From left: Dave Tierno, chair emeritus, honorary gala chair Stephanie Wedeking, and violinist Daniel Rowland. At right, Stephanie and Robert Wedeking.

Heart Continued from Page 8 consider to help their heart health: • Crisp, fresh broccoli florets dipped in hummus are a terrific hearthealthy snack with a whopping list of nutrients, including vitamins C and E, potassium, folate, calcium and fiber. • Oatmeal is not only a favorite comfort-food but a nutrient powerhouse. • Dark beans, such as kidney or black beans, are high in fiber, B-vita-

mins, minerals and other nutrients good for your heart. • Asparagus is filled with mighty nutrients such as beta-carotene, folate and fiber, and provides just 25 calories per cup, or 5 calories per large spear. And just because you’re trying to keep your heart healthy doesn’t mean you can’t indulge once in a while. Dark chocolate is considered good for

your heart health, as long as its at least 70 percent cocoa. On the other side of the equation, there are plenty of things in people’s diets that are considered to be dangerous for the heart. Soda is one of the worst, as it raises sugar levels and puts stress on your artery walls and increases risk for cardiovascular disease. Heavily processed meats like hot

dogs, sausage, and most deli cuts tend to be loaded with additives. They’ve also repeatedly been linked to higher rates of heart disease. Then there’s refined carbs, which tend to be pumped up with sugar and additives, none of which are doing your heart any favors. Dr. Herman notes that making simple changes in what you eat, how often you exercise and how you man-

age stress can help put the brakes on heart disease. “My advice, first and foremost, is to eat ‘real food’ throughout the day and phase out needless sugar products and artificially processed junk food,” he says. “Diets high in lean proteins including fish, poultry, small amount of nuts and seeds and low fat diary are cardio protective.”

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