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Mayor urges shared control of Trenton Water Works

By Bill Sanservino

Ewing Township Mayor Bert Steinmann is backing a plan to remove Trenton Water Works from sole control by the City of Trenton, saying the current structure is unsustainable. He has agreed with a group of other community leaders that a regional public utility must be established to ensure reliable water service for more than 300,000 residents across five

municipalities.

“This has to happen. It’s got to be regionalized,” Steinmann said in a recent interview with *The Observer*. “The city cannot sustain Trenton Water Works the way it is structured today, and for a lot of reasons.”

Steinmann joined the mayors of Trenton, Hamilton, Lawrence, and Hopewell townships in a public statement calling for the creation of an independent water authority.

The mayors’ proposal follows a sharply critical report from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection that identified persistent operational failures at Trenton Water Works, which serves all of Trenton and Ewing, and parts of Hamilton, Lawrence, and Hopewell townships.

The state DEP report recommends creating a new, independently governed utility to

See TWW, Page 8

Ewing mom and son give hot dog stand a new leash on life

By Joe EMansKi

Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs, the seasonal hot dog stand on Princeton Pike, reopened for business in April after taking its traditional winter break.

That’s not the news. The news is that, for the first time since 2009, Paul Tweedly wasn’t the one opening the doors.

In December, Paul Tweedly, aka “Captain Paul,” cited his

health as a reason to seek a buyer for the Lawrence-based eatery. Tweedly and wife Janice are the original owners of the restaurant, operating it for the past 15 years.

In Patrick Jones and his mother, Debbie, the Tweedlys believe that they have found the right people to take the business forward.

With the deal sealed at the end of March, the new owners immediately got to work getting

ready for the new season. On April 21, they re-opened, while making it clear that their goal is to retain as much of the spirit and character of the restaurant as possible.

That includes welcoming back staff from the previous season as well as continuing Captain Paul’s commitment to providing an extra level of service to area first responders as well as members of the military.

Twin sisters Sydney and Abbie Mahan pose for a picture before a Ewing High School softball game. For more on the Mahans and the team, see page 20.

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RWJUH Hamilton May Healthy Living / Community Education Programs

CARING FOR LOVED ONES WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS

Monday, May 5 & 19; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

ADULT CHILDREN CARING FOR PARENTS

Monday, May 5 & 19; 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, May 7; 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

LETTING GO OF CLUTTER

Tuesday, May 13; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, May 21; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP

Tuesday, May 27; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND IMMERSION

Monday, May 5: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Sound healing uses special instruments to create a therapeutic atmosphere promoting deep rest, nervous system rebalancing, and emotional release. Participants sit or lay in a comfortable position while the practitioner takes you on a sound journey for mind, body and spirit. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow or anything that makes you comfortable. Fee: $15

ASK THE DIETITIAN

Tuesday, May 6; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday, May 16; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May, 28; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Meet with our Registered Dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs. Registration is required. Call 609-584-5900 to schedule your appointment.

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BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, May 6; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Presented by The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey. An oncology nurse navigator and certiﬁed oncology social worker will offer participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609-584-2836 to conﬁrm attendance.

ANGELS AMONG US: CONNECTING WITH YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL

Thursday, May 8; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for a discussion about guardian angels and how we can connect and receive guidance from them. Fee: $15

THE POWER OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR DIABETES

Monday, May 12; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 27; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Join Lori Hager, MS, RD, for our monthly series. Learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices and meal planning, and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. These two sessions will occur the second Monday (daytime) and fourth Tuesday (evening) each month.

WII PLAY! VIRTUAL FITNESS

Monday, May 12; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday, May 23; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00a.m.

Join RWJ Rehabilitation, RWJUH

Hamilton, for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is leveling up your real-life stats. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!

BARIATRIC WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, May 13; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. If you are considering surgery, are in the process of preparing or have undergone surgery, you are welcome to attend our group. Family, friends and support persons are also welcome. This is a great opportunity to meet others going through the same weight loss journey. We focus on achieving optimal wellness through weight loss surgery. We will discuss different topics on nutrition, exercise and healthy living behaviors.

OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, May 13; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

This free support group offers community members with ostomies, or those that want to learn more, the opportunity to discuss the daily logistics and lifestyle concerns of living with a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy. Caregivers, loved ones and family members are also invited to participate. This program is presented by Kelly Knox, BS, RN, CWCN, Wound Specialist, RWJUH Hamilton. For more information, please contact Kelly Knox at 609-286-3826.

SUPERFOOD BOWL

Monday, May 19; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Join Lori Hager, MS, RD, to learn how to make a healthy and delicious fruit

smoothie bowl. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing breakfast, a postworkout snack, or a healthy dessert, fruit smoothie bowls are a nutritious option.

CAN OTC HEARING AIDS WORK FOR ME?

Wednesday, May 21; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

To increase the public’s access to hearing aids and improve hearing, the FDA established a new category of Over-The-Counter (OTC) hearing aids for adults 18 years of age and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. Join Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D., audiologist at RWJUH Hamilton’s Balance & Hearing Center, as she talks about the availability of OTC hearing aids and who can beneﬁt from them.

FEED YOUR HEART: COOKING FOR HEART HEALTH

Wednesday, May 21; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join Lori Hager, MS, RD, for our bimonthly heart-healthy cooking class. Have some fun learning how to cook nutritious and delicious hearthealthy meals. Explore heart-friendly ingredients and cooking techniques.

FBI PRESENTS: FRAUD AND SCAMS AWARENESS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Wednesday, May 21; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Each year, millions of people are victims of internet, phone, and mail scams as well as identity theft. Internet predators continue to be an increasing threat. Join FBI agents Kevin Matthews and Steve Rich and local police to learn strategies to safeguard yourselves and your loved ones.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, May 27; 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Join us for the Stroke Support Group, a place for survivors and caregivers to build a community. Share personal experiences, feelings, recovery strategies, and ﬁrsthand information on managing life after stroke. Meetings will be facilitated by two outpatient RWJUH Hamilton Rehab experts, Ashley Sarrol, SpeechLanguage Pathologist, & Allyson Panikowski-Berry, Occupational Therapist. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.

HEARING AND BALANCE SCREENINGS

Wednesday, May 28; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Join us for free screenings on the last Wednesday of every month! These 15-minute appointments are designed to help assess your hearing health or your balance health/fall risk. For more information or to reserve your required appointment, call 609-245-7390. Location: RWJ Balance & Hearing Center, 2 Hamilton Health Pl, Hamilton Township, NJ.

WOMAN’S BOOK CLUB: THE WOMEN BY KRISTIN HANNAH

Wednesday, May 28; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Please come prepared to share your thoughts on this month’s book about coming of age in a dangerous time and an epic tale of a nation divided.

*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.

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Tuesday, May 1, 15 & 29; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

YOGA CLASSES

Tuesday, May 6 & 20; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

MEDITATION CLASSES

Tuesday, May 6 & 20; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

CHAIR YOGA

Tuesday, May 6 & 20; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

BREAKFAST & LEARN: STROKE, IT CAN HAPPEN TO YOU

Thursday, May 1; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

In this program, you will learn about current stroke protocols and the advancements made in this ﬁeld, and gain valuable insight about stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. Hamil Patel, MD, Stroke Director and Assistant Director, Emergency

Department, RWJUH Hamilton, will present this comprehensive and important program about maintaining good health.

GAME TIME!

Friday, May 2 & 23; 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us for good wholesome fun – let’s play a game! Sharpen your skills or jump back into something you always enjoyed. Snacks and a variety of board games will be available, or you are welcome to bring your own. A great way to meet new friends or bring friends with you.

BREAKFAST AND LEARN WITH SARA ALI, MD: THE TRUTH ABOUT MEDICATIONS & VITAMINS

Tuesday, May 6; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Are you managing multiple medications while treating several illnesses? Adding vitamins to the mix for good health? Sara Ali, MD, a geriatric and palliative care specialist and a member of

RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, will discuss the importance of reviewing your medications with your doctor to reduce adverse risks, duplication, and side effects while balancing the need for treatment. She will also separate fact from ﬁction about the most common vitamins.

A SOCIAL HOUR ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS

Wednesday, May 7, 14, 21, & 28; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Don’t miss an opportunity to participate in lifechanging conversations, listening, learning, and exploring for this time in our lives. Topics created for you by you. Every week is new and something different. Join us on all the dates, two, or even one. It’s your choice. New members are always welcome.

LET US ENTERTAIN YOU: AN AFTERNOON OF DELIGHTS

Thursday, May 8; 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us for a disco-themed social event featuring entertainment surprises, good food, and friendship. A great way to meet new friends or bring friends with you.

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NOURISH YOUR BRAIN: COOKING FOR BRAIN HEALTH

Friday, May 9; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Have some fun while learning recipes that can help fuel your brain.

BREAKFAST & LEARN: UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE

Tuesday, May 13; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

A helpful guide to navigating the sometimesconfusing world of Medicare beneﬁts. Please join us whether you are new to Medicare or already enjoying the beneﬁts.

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Mercer superintendents vow to protect students’ rights

By Bill Sanservino

Mercer County superintendents are standing together to defend inclusive public education as federal policy changes spark growing concern.

The superintendents of all 10 Mercer County public school districts have released a letter to families and educators reaffirming their commitment to inclusive, equitable education in response to proposed federal education policy changes.

The letter, issued through the Mercer County Association of School Administrators, emphasizes the districts’ dedication to maintaining safe and supportive environments for all students, regardless of their background, ability, immigration status or identity.

“In recent weeks, there have been several proposed changes related to public education at the federal level that may have contributed to a sense of uncertainty and concern among many in our communities,” the superintendents wrote.

The statement highlights the superintendents’ continued focus on student mental health, crisis response, and equity. It also cites specific legal protections that remain in effect for New Jersey students, including: Plyler v. Doe: Ensures all children, regardless of immigration status, have the right to public education.

N.J. Admin. Code 6A:22-3.3 - Housing and immigration status: Confirms immigration or visa status cannot affect school enrollment.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act: Protects the privacy of student records, including immigration-related information.

New Jersey Law Against Discrimination: Prohibits bias based on race, gender identity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and other factors.

Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights: Mandates that schools prevent and address bullying through enforceable district policies.

“We want to be unequivocally clear that these changes have not deterred us from our dedication to providing an exceptional education for all of our students,” the letter said.

The letter stresses that public education is a state responsibility and that Mercer County schools will not implement policies that deny or discourage students from attending school.

“Our commitment to acceptance, connection and fairness serves as the cornerstone of our efforts to ensure that all students feel a deep sense of belonging and community,” the letter reads. “We remain passionately committed to protecting the rights of every student within our schools.”

Superintendents from East Windsor (Mark Daniels), West Windsor-Plainsboro (David Aderhold), Ewing (David Gentile), Trenton (James Earle), Princeton (Kathleen Foster), Robbinsville (Patrick Pizzo), Hopewell Valley (Rosetta D. Treece), Lawrence (Robyn Klim), Hamilton (Scott Rocco), and Mercer County Technical Schools (Matthew Carey) signed the letter.

“We are proud to be part of vibrant school districts that celebrate the strength found in the diverse backgrounds of our students, staff, and families,” the superintendents stated. “Together, we will con-

tinue to provide the exceptional education our students deserve, while cultivating communities where every student has opportunities to thrive.”

County tax rate to drop under Benson budget

Mercer County Executive Dan Benson unveiled a $420 million proposed budget for 2025 that trims the county tax rate by more than 6% while maintaining core services and addressing financial challenges left by the prior administration.

“We were left with a big financial mess by the previous administration, and we’re still cleaning it up,” Benson said during his budget address to the Mercer County Board of Commissioners on April 10.

“Inflation, rising healthcare costs, past overspending, and the increased costs of housing juvenile offenders are all making this harder,” he said. “But we need to take a different approach from what they’re doing on the federal level and continue to put our community first.”

The proposed $420.12 million spending plan increases non-grant expenditures by less than 2%, despite $16 million in additional salary and benefit costs.

Benson said the tax rate cut was made possible through cost-cutting and a rise in property values. He cautioned that the impact on municipal tax bills may vary.

“While lean, this budget ensures we can continue to provide the County’s essential services without jeopardizing our future,” he said. “We’re tightening our belts everywhere we can.”

Cost-saving measures include leaving some staff positions vacant and moving employees from leased offices to a countyowned facility.

Benson also addressed the ripple effects of expected federal spending cuts on local programs.

Although federal dollars make up less than 2% of the county budget, reductions in public health, infrastructure, Medicaid, workforce development and social services may force future cutbacks in Mercer County.

Despite those pressures, Benson said his administration has taken steps to restore fiscal stability, including completing four audits, updating accounting practices, introducing new financial software and reclaiming $400,000 in unclaimed state funds.

“Throughout this process we’ve been transparent with the ratings agencies

about the steps we’re taking to stabilize our finances… I’m proud to say that the outlook from ratings agencies continues to be stable,” he said.

Benson highlighted ongoing capital projects as investments in Mercer County’s future, including renovations to the Trenton Thunder ballpark, modernization of Trenton-Mercer Airport, rebuilding the Lincoln Avenue Bridge, and improvements along the South Broad Street corridor.

In addition, the county plans to launch a new grant program for municipalities and nonprofits to improve the region’s trail network through the Open Space Trust Fund.

“These ambitious projects are just the beginning—and I’m excited to watch our shared vision of Mercer’s future being made real, brick by brick,” Benson said.

The county is also expanding intergovernmental partnerships, including a coordinated hazardous materials response system, upgraded emergency communications, and the relaunch of the Municipal Assistance Road Resurfacing Program.

“Whether it’s protecting our seniors, renovating our ballpark, building a new airport terminal, planning for sustainable growth, or supporting our local businesses, no one is better equipped to get the job done than our County Government,” Benson said. “Our community expects results, and we are going to live up to those expectations.”

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modernize operations, attract skilled professionals, and shield the system from political interference.

municipality would be represented on the governing board, with voting power proportional to water usage—a model similar to the Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority.

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Steinmann said in the interview that Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora supports the idea, but that Trenton’s city council has hampered past reform efforts.

“There was that period of about three or four years where his council really wasn’t cooperating,” Steinmann said.

“Hopewell doesn’t have a whole lot of skin in the game,” Steinmann said. “But they’d still have a seat at the table. The larger consumers—Trenton, Ewing, Lawrence— would have more presence. It’s a fair system.”

He said he has already met with Gusciora and Hamilton Mayor Jeff Martin to begin mapping out a transition toward regional governance.

One key concern, Steinmann said, is how to fairly distribute the utility’s future capital improvement costs.

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One key concern, he said, is how to fairly distribute the utility’s future capital improvement costs—estimated at up to $600 million over the next 10 to 15 years—across the participating municipalities.

“That’s the elephant in the room,” he said. “How much are we going to inherit in debt, and how do we accomplish that— spreading it amongst the municipalities moving forward?”

He added that the burden would fall heavily on Ewing and Trenton, the only two municipalities in the group that do not have any alternate water sources.

“Lawrence, Hamilton, and Hopewell— while still relying on TWW—have some alternatives,” Steinmann said. “Not great ones, but at least they have options.”

Despite lingering concerns from residents about water quality, Steinmann defended the safety of the water currently being delivered.

The mayor said the group plans to reconvene to continue shaping the proposed utility’s structure and governance model. Though the process will require approval from each municipality, Steinmann said he is optimistic that the plan will move forward.

“I’d like to have it done within the next six months to a year,” he said. “I do think it’s going to get accomplished.”

North Olden Avenue water main project underway

Separately, Steinmann confirmed that work is finally underway on the longdelayed water main replacement along North Olden Avenue in Ewing.

The project was approved several years ago but stalled amid internal disagreements within Trenton’s city council.

“That’s how we got put on the back burner, even after money was approved to fix that water main,” he said.

“At the end of the day, it’s drinkable water,” he said. “It’s not killing any plants.”

Under the plan supported by the five mayors, a new public utility would own and operate the system. Each member

Crews have now begun replacing the aging main, which serves as a critical section of TWW’s distribution system. Although not yet fully completed, Steinmann said the work marks a significant step forward in modernizing the township’s water infrastructure.

“It took far too long to get started, but we’re glad to see progress now,” he said.

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They have access to some key advisers during this transition: Paul and Janice Tweedly. The couple has pledged to help the Joneses get up and running in any way that they can.

Patrick Jones is a long-time Ewing resident who graduated from Ewing High and Rider University. Mom Deb is a recently retired school paraprofessional at Lawrence Intermediate School who still does some substitute teaching.

Patrick is a special education teacher with Mercer County Technical Schools. “That’s been my full-time career, but when I saw the post on Facebook (announcing that Captain Paul’s was for sale), I turned to my mom and said, ‘Wouldn’t it be crazy if we bought this?’” he said. “We reached out to Paul and Janice and it all just worked out.”

Patrick intends to continue with his fulltime job during the week. Deb is set to take the lead then, with the mother-andson team sharing the workload on weekends until the summer, when Patrick will have regular time off from school to devote to the restaurant.

As far as the menu, Patrick said the plan is to keep things pretty much the way they were.

“We might simplify it to start,” he said. “Whatever we do, I want to be at 100%

from the start and build from there.”

There are more than 20 varieties of hot dog on the full Captain Paul’s menu, including the Boot Camp (topped with bacon, chili and cheese), the Omar Vasquez (topped with baked beans and potato salad) and the Deputy Dog, topped with mustard and cole slaw.

There are also more than 20 sandwiches on the full menu, all served on a torpedo roll. They include the Combat Veteran (barbecued chicken tenders dipped in Buffalo sauce, garlic sauce and curly fries) and the TCNJ (pork roll, bacon, cheddar cheese, steak fries, chipotle sauce and cole slaw).

introduce me to different vendors. We went to Restaurant Depot—he helped me do my first order.”

The Tweedlys gave the Joneses a list of staff members, and they reached out to all of them and offered them jobs for the new season. “For the most part, everyone who wanted to is coming back,” Patrick said.

The Jones’ goal is to retain as much of the spirit and character of the restaurant as possible.

The restaurant serves side dishes like french fries, fried pickles, chili and pretzel bites. Sweet treats include Italian ice, gelati, ice cream sundaes and root beer floats.

“We call and text Paul and Janice pretty much every day,” Patrick said. “They’ve been available whenever we need, whether it was Paul showing me the different machines and how they work, or Paul and I going around so Paul could

For Paul and Janice Tweedly, the time had come to take a step back from running a restaurant. Paul has undergone heart and stomach surgeries in recent years, and his doctor told him he would require more surgeries in the future if he continued to work at the same pace.

They also wanted to take more time to spend with their granddaughter.

“I had to put the place up to sale,” Tweedly said. “I was hoping we could find a person just like Patrick and his mother Debbie who would take the place and keep it the same. It means a lot to us.”

Tweedly had recently turned 50 in 2009, when he and Janice first opened the restaurant. He served the Trenton Fire Department Engine 3 for 26 years prior to

retiring.

Since its opening, Captain Paul’s has been decorated with first responder ephemera. The walls and windows are filled with the badges and stickers of local emergency service outfits, and Captain Paul’s has regularly run fundraising campaigns for local emergency services personnel and their families.

“I call it a community hub because we get to do a lot of things for the community,” Tweedly said. “We tried to support the community, and they supported us. We have kids who were coming in as customers when they were children, and now they work at the place.”

In recent years, Captain Paul’s has collected aluminum can tabs to turn in to local recyclers in exchange for cash. The proceeds have gone to support fundraising projects including free meals for emergency responders and armed forces personnel.

“That’s just been an amazing thing,” Tweedly said. “I’m gonna give Patrick extra money that was left over from when we had the place so he can continue the tradition of giving, especially for the military guys. We want to make sure we take care of them. Janice and I will be around to help them transition the place and get it going. We’ll help them out as much as we can for the time being. I’m sure they’ll

find some other people to help them out along the way.”

The Captain Paul’s logo has for years been a dalmatian wearing a firefighter’s hat with the number 343 on it. The logo doubles as a memorial for the firefighters who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on New York City.

Now, the Joneses have added their own twist to the logo: a second dog in a police hat holding an ice cream cone. Patrick turned to students from Mercer County Technical Schools to create the new composite design. The police dog is patterned after Debbie’s dog, Walter.

Patrick said that he and Debbie look forward to maintaining that connection to the community and even adding their own special touches. For example, they have already been in touch with Law-

rence Township public schools, where they have connections, looking to build a new partnership.

“We knew the value to the community the Captain Paul’s has,” Patrick said. “What Paul and Janice built, we wanted to keep that going as something that will impact the community and create opportunities for the community to do great things.”

For now, the Joneses intend to keep the business seasonal. Any changes to the schedule would come after they are up and running at full strength. “We’re going to see what the demand is and what we’ll do at that point. I do hope to maybe expand someday, but first, we want to keep our focus on what the business is now, and be at 100%.”

Web: captainpaulsdogs.com.

Ewing residents Patrick Jones and his mom, Deb Jones, are the new owners of the popular Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs in Lawrence. (Facebook photo.)

FoHVOS and TCNJ team up to restore local ecosystems

By Rebecca Wechter

While some people shy away from community activism, the members of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space (FoHVOS) are tackling ecological threats head-on.

They recently partnered with students from The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) in Ewing to combat deer overpopulation, remove invasive species, and repair damaged soils in a bold effort to restore local ecosystems and build a more sustainable future.

Kaitlin Muccio, a land steward for FoHVOS, and interns from TCNJ were at a recent event where they discussed methods to promote sustainability.

cies identified on the TCNJ campus alone. These species often outcompete native plants and are usually not eaten by deer.

Despite its reputation, the careful use of chemical control methods—including herbicides—is essential to effective stewardship. FoHVOS aims to eradicate 25 emerging invasive species by targeting widespread, highly threatening species using selective control strategies, prioritizing key areas to restore and protect native biodiversity.

The organization also plans to address altered soils damaged by tilling, fertilizer use, and compaction from machinery, all of which reduce organic matter.

The group has collected and analyzed data from the TCNJ area, resulting in four recommendations that the college can pursue as part of its stewardship plan.

These recommendations include deer management, invasive species control, prioritizing specific habitat areas, and student involvement. FoHVOS’s plan to foster sustainability through deliberate human intervention can have positive effects on both physical and mental health.

Muccio described FoHVOS’s plans as “a great opportunity to not only increase ecological health but also human health and well-being.”

According to the American Psychological Association, interacting with nature has significant cognitive benefits, improving mood and overall well-being. Muccio predicts these benefits will grow even greater once spaces become more beautiful through stewardship efforts.

“Land stewardship isn’t just focusing on land; it’s focusing on stewarding community. We’re not separate from land. We use it every day. We walk on it every day,” Muccio said.

Threats to conservation values should concern everyone, not just land stewards. Deer populations have increased tenfold due to insufficient management, creating ecological and human health risks.

Because hunting access is limited in overpopulated areas, deer numbers continue to rise, negatively affecting plant health. FoHVOS recommends managing this issue by reducing deer density to below 20 deer per square mile.

They also plan to build deer “exclosures”—fences designed to block deer from certain areas to allow plants to regenerate.

Invasive species cause additional problems for ecosystems, with 48 invasive spe-

Plans include converting portions of TCNJ’s ecological deserts into native meadows or shrub islands to increase biodiversity. The ecological health of these areas should be monitored every three to five years, rather than just once.

Student-driven project proposals include a hiking trail, an herbal medicine initiative, communication and outreach programs, and other student sustainability efforts. For the hiking trail, FoHVOS plans to remove invasive species and replace them with native plants and meadow habitats, improving ecological diversity and engaging more students in stewardship.

Trail markers will provide an interactive experience. Along the trail, interns plan to incorporate natural remedies, making the campus more attractive, promoting herbal medicine use, and creating opportunities for students to earn service hours.

Regarding community outreach, FoHVOS will utilize social media and campus-based promotions like flyers to support student sustainability initiatives. Events will include service days and student-led art installations to enhance campus beauty and encourage student participation.

FoHVOS seeks extensive community involvement. Without active human intervention, ecosystems risk falling into “empty forest syndrome,” in which forest floors become barren, or “infested forest syndrome,” where deer overabundance, invasive species, and altered soils combine destructively.

To become involved, Muccio recommends researching local sustainability clubs and nonprofit organizations.

“They’re always accepting volunteers. Please volunteer with us. Those are always really great opportunities for people to get involved,” Muccio said.

GOODNEWS

May

Adopt-a-Survivor Program BeginsatEwing HighSchool

Nearlysixty years since Alliedforcesliberated the Naziconcentration camps,the now elderly survivors ofthe Holocaust are turning toa new generation topreservetheir testimony about their wartime

June 2005

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MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC...

Teacher of the Year Recipients are Honored

Ewing Students Perform with CJMEA Honors Bands and Orchestras

Holocaust survivors are steadilydwindling in number. Manyhavemadeittheir mission toeducate the world thatanti-Semitism and racismeasilylead tomurder, and tospeak about the horrors theyand their familiessuffered. Withthe passing oftime, ithas becomeurgenttofind a new generationtocontinue the survivors’mission and telltheir stories after the survivors can nolongerdoso.

OnApril 12, the Adopt-a-Survivor(AAS) program was introducedtothe Trenton areaatEwing HighSchool. Six Holocaust survivors wereadopted bytwelveEwing Highsophomores. The adopted survivors—Moshe Gimlan, VeraGoodkin,Marion Lewin,RuthLubitz, Charles Rojer and JackZaifman— wereoriginallyfromGermany, Czechoslovakia, Polandand Belgium.

Several talented Ewing students were nominated by Mrs. Colleen Trast (FMS/EHS Orchestra Director) and Ms. Melanie Mayerson (Antheil School Band and Orchestra Director) and accepted to participate in the Central Jersey Music Education Association (CJMEA) Honors Elementary and Middle School Bands and Orchestras. These ensembles were made up of outstanding instrumental music students nominated by their band and orchestra teachers in Central Jersey. On Saturday, April 12th, close to 400 fourth, fifth, and sixth graders representing 60 schools in Central Jersey came together to rehearse and perform a concert in one day.

The AAS program pairs a survivorwithone or morestudents. The studentsembarkona joint journey withthe survivorthrough discussions about life before, duringand after the Holocaust.Participating studentswillbeabletorepresent the survivorand tellthe survivor’sstory withaccuracyand feeling in the years tocome. Inaddition, eachstudent makes a commitmenttotellthe survivor’sstory ina public venue inthe year2045, a hundred years after the

Some Antheil 5thgrade student musicians were even part of a “world premiere” of a new piece, Blast Off! by Joshua Idio. Students had a chance to meet and work with the composer throughout the day.

Mrs. Trast and Ms. Mayerson are proud of the 35 students who participated and represented Ewing’s music program this year.

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Clinic with EHS Orchestra

EHS Band and Orchestra attends Philadelphia Orchestra

Performance

EHS band and orchestra students went on a field trip to see the Philadelphia Orchestra at an open rehearsal on Thursday, March 27th

The Philadelphia Orchestra invites schools to watch their rehearsals as they prepare for evening concerts. This was an excellent opportunity for students to see professional musicians at work, and also learn about the employment options in the music field, which include music performance, conducting, non-profit management, arts administration, sound engineers, and music business. This concert was especially significant and appropriate as we recognized Women’s History Month, as it featured a female conductor and a new composition by female composer Missy Mazzoli.

Ewing High Students Attend Gorbachev Presentation

Antheil Orchestra Meets Composer Over Google Meet

The twelvestudent adoptersare DaveAngebranndt, Tyler Barnes, Annie Cook, Liz Dunham, Emily Everett, CurtisFornarotto, Vildana Hajric, Devon Jones, Jen Meade,Billy O’Callaghan,NikytaSharmaand MelysaWilson.

The EHS orchestra was chosen to receive a performance clinic from New Jersey Symphony Orchestra violinist Darryl Kubian.

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Darryl Kubian is a graduate of Rutgers University, where he studied both violin and composition. His teachers have included Charles Wuorinen, Philip Corner, Hiroko Yajima, Benjamin Hudson, and Arnold Steinhardt. He has been a featured guest speaker at several universities and also teaches privately, when time allows.

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On April 18, 2005 Ms. Chiavuzzo, Mrs. Walker and 30 Ewing High School freshmen joined several Mercer County high school and college students, and politicians to hear a presentation given by Mikhail Gorbachev at the Sovereign Bank Arena. Gorbachev was the last communist leader of the Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991. During his term he instituted various policies including his political policy of Glasnost and economic policy

Kubian is an accomplished composer, thereminist, violinist, and audio/video engineer, whose works have been commissioned and performed by orchestras throughout North America. Kubian’s music embraces warm tonality and sweeping textures, and evokes expansive, natural lyricism.

Mr. Kubian worked with students on their concert repertoire, providing valuable feedback in addition to praise for the students’ work so far. This was a great experience for students to work with a professional musician and learn more about career paths in music. He spoke about his journey towards becoming a professional musician and diverse career experiences, which includes working with electronic music and sound recording.

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GoodNews will resume with the September issue of the Observer

Ms. Melanie Mayerson’s fifth grade orchestra students at Antheil Elementary School met with a composer of one of the pieces they are playing for their spring concert over Google Meet. The piece, Pernambuco, is written by composer Cindy Hill, and she was able to provide the group feedback on their playing and answered questions students had about being a professional musician and composer.

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NO Summer School Programs will be offered by the Ewing Public Schools during the Summer of 2005.

Whitney Lewis, EHS Freshman

The recipients of the 2005 Teacher of the Year Awards were honored at a luncheon on April 29th. Jan Fay, 2004 Mercer County Teacher of the Year, was a guest speaker. 1st row (L to R): Joan Zuckerman, Principal Antheil; Sharon Solomon, Lore; Jan Fay, 2004 Mercer County Teacher of the Year; Inetta Emery, Principal Parkway; Danielle Miller, EHS; Superintendent Ray Broach. 2nd row: Darrell Jackson, Principal FMS; Donna Andreas, Antheil; Don Barnett, FMS; Betsy Turgeon, Parkway; Rodney Logan, Principal EHS.

Perestroika involved the transfer

Grammynominated composer Missy Mazzoli

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Fisher Odyssey of the Mind Team is Heading to the World

Finals!

Over 800 teams from all around the world will come together in East Lansing, Michigan and compete in the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals and the Ewing Public Schools, Fisher Middle School Odyssey of the Mind team will be one of them!

Good luck to Coach Amanda Marroquin and the Fisher Odyssey of the Mind team members: Jace Baughman, Dylan Baxter, Mackenzie Gondek, Xavier Laidler, Elizabeth Mahler, Isabella Thorn, and John Treder. Show them what you’ve got, and do Ewing proud!

EHS Students Attend QuarkNet CMS Masterclass at Drew University 2025

On April 5th, five Ewing High School students, Amanuel Amanuel, David Hartmann, Haylee Mitchell, EzraVon Young, and Shannon Zhispon, attended a QuarkNet masterclass in particle physics at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey.

The day kicked off with an icebreaker hands-on activity with Lead Teachers to set up the day for a successful experience. Students learned about the standard model of physics and worked with authentic data from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). Students then shared their work and questions with other international masterclass groups and physicists.

On April 14th at Lore, Ms. Hughes made Mrs. Rapagna’s class feel incredibly special with a delightful event called “Fancy Lunch and Legos!”

EHS Track and Field Standout Teagan Walker Awarded Prestigious George Wah Memorial Scholarship

It was a great night for Ewing at the Mercer County Track and Field Hall of Fame banquet hosted on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Basil Campbell and Adian Sanderson were officially inducted into the Mercer County Track and Field Hall of Fame, cementing themselves as some of the best in EHS and Mercer County history. Ewing High School senior student-athlete, Teagan Walker, was awarded the George Wah Memorial Scholarship as well.

The George Wah Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship awarded to one current female senior enrolled in a Mercer County High School. The awardee must have earned a varsity letter in one or more of the following sports: Cross Country, Winter Track, or Spring Track. Teagan is dedicated to her sport and is always looking to improve and

FMS 8th Grade Shark TankInspired Projects

FMS 8th grade students in Mrs. Bolden-Cooper’s, Ms. Burdick’s, and Mr. Bruno’s classes had the chance to showcase their creativity and power of persuasion through a Shark Tank-inspired project. To practice using rhetorical devices such as ethos, pathos, and logos, students invented a product and pitched it to their class, mirroring the popular television show. Whether addressing the importance of a product’s credibility, appealing to emotions, or presenting logical arguments and data, students effectively demonstrated their ability to persuade and think critically. Projects included an AI-powered personal stylist; a robot that helps to hone your soccer skills; a perfume bottle with multiple chambers for multiple scent options; and more!

achieve her goals. Her accomplishments reflect her commitment and talent.

Teagan’s success goes beyond her accomplishments with running. She is ranked in the top 10% of her class and has taken multiple honors, AP, and college courses during her time at Ewing High School.

This coming fall, Teagan will continue her academic and running interests at The College of New Jersey right here in Ewing Township. Congratulations Teagan, it is well deserved!

Pictured: Coach Shiffbauer, Adian Sanderson, Jaweia Campbell, Basil Campbell, Coach Wood, Melanie Rhoden, and Coach Johnson.

Ewing High School teacher, track and field coach, and proud parent, Karen Walker shared, “Congratulations to all! It was inspiring to see so many Mercer County greats and EHS alumni!”

FMS Students Bring Characters of the Iconic Novel “The Outsiders” to Life

8th grade students at FMS had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of “The Outsiders” during a special celebration dedicated to S.E. Hinton’s iconic novel. To bring the story’s characters to life, students dressed as either Greasers or Socs, reflecting the two rival groups from the book. The halls were filled with students sporting leather and denim jackets, boots, and slicked-back hair, while others opted for the madras shirts and country club prep style that characterizes the wealthy Socs. The event allowed everyone to truly step into the shoes of their favorite characters.

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EHS Senior Spotlight: Meet Amandalynn Curtiss

If you could use one word to describe yourself, what would that word be? Passionate

It is May of your senior year of high school, what are you most looking forward to these last two months before graduation? What I’m most looking forward to is prom and graduation practice. I’m looking forward to the prom because this is one day that I have been waiting for since my freshman year.

Bowling…tell us about your bowling story… The Ewing High School Girls Bowling team completed the 2024-2025 season with a record of 14-51, pretty good season!

On January 21, 2025: You are listed number #16 out of #100 top female bowlers in the state. On that date, your average was 186.93; Total 5603, 30 games. How did you end the season and for us non-bowlers what does this mean? I ended the season my senior year of bowling very well! How my average became 186 was off of those 30 games, you take the total of those games and then divide it by 30. The total 5603 is how many pins I got throughout the season.

Last year you made the headlines! March 1, 2024: Ewing Observer – Amanda Curtiss key to Ewing High School bowling success (by Justin Fell)

What are your bowling career highlights?

• Winning States (Freshman year)

• Placed third in States (as a team) (Sophomore year)

• 3rd in the 2023 South Jersey Singles Classic (Sophomore year)

Ewing Special Olympics

Athlete of the Month: Kole Dunn

Congratulations to Kole Dunn, a dedicated freshman and our Ewing Special Olympics Athlete of the Month!

Kole truly enjoys bowling and consistently bowls with an impressive average of over 100 in each game. He takes great pride in bringing home hardware to add to his growing list of accomplishments! Over the past few years, Kole has shown incredible growth and commitment to our program.

• 3rd in the 2024 South Jersey Singles Classic (Junior year)

• High Game in the 41st annual Central Jersey Classic (Junior year)

• High Game and High series in the 42nd Annual Central Jersey Classic (Senior year)

BUT…there is so much more…

I have been playing Field Hockey since the 6th grade. I was first introduced to Field Hockey by a family friend, and they told me that I needed to try it out and that I would like it. Once I started going to practice and went to games, I loved the sport.

I got interested in Flag football because it was going to be a new sport added to Ewing High School. I wanted to try it out and see if I would like it, and I love it! The people and the sport were just a great place for me to grow and keep myself busy.

I joined Unified Soccer because I’ve been doing stuff with the Unified and Special Olympics.

This final semester of high school you are taking some interesting courses: Graphic Design II, Art 1: Foundations of Art, and Forensic Biology. What class are you enjoying most? The class I’m enjoying the most would definitely be Forensic Biology. I have learned so much about the different things they do to solve crimes. I’m excited to see what I learn next in class.

How do you define success? I define success as if you can put your mind to it, it will happen.

What are your plans after you graduate from Ewing High School? Hopefully, attend a four-year college and major in Occupational Therapy (OT), then do more schooling.

On April 2, 2025, Parkway Elementary School Media Specialist, Karen Grant, who is also the New Jersey Association of School Librarians (NJASL) President was presented with the Resolution in Recognition for School Library Month (April) at the April State Board of Education meeting. The award was presented by New Jersey Education Commissioner, Kevin Dehmer, and State Board member, Claudine Keenan.

Lore Teacher Finishes Her First Half Marathon

Ms. Rosemary “Rosie” Bill is not just a dynamic 4th grade teacher at Lore School, she is also a recent convert to distance running who completed her first half marathon.

As someone who never really enjoyed running, Ms. Bill decided she wanted to challenge herself and signed up for the Philadelphia Love Run this spring. Runners began and ended at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, at the foot of the famous Rocky steps, running the 13.1mile route through the city. When asked to reflect upon this experience, Ms. Bill said it was truly unforgettable. “The energy of the city, the support of my loved ones, and the thrill of pushing myself past limits I didn’t know I could break, made every mile worth it. I crossed the finish line with overwhelming joy and so much pride. It wasn’t easy, but it was one of the most rewarding challenges I’ve ever taken on and I can’t wait to do it all over again!”

Ms. Bill’s 4th grade colleague Ms. Sara Leeper celebrated Ms. Bill saying, “On a scale of 1-10, you’re a 13.1!”

Instructional Coach Ali Price Achieves Google Trainer Status

Alison Price, our K-12 Ed Tech & Instructional Coach, has earned the esteemed Google for Education Certified Trainer status!

A proud Ewing graduate and experienced elementary educator of 19 years, Ali is dedicated to supporting teachers and students through purposeful instructional strategies and the effective integration of technology to enhance communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. This significant achievement reflects her deep understanding of Google tools and her commitment to empowering educators, building upon her existing certifications as a Google Certified Educator (Levels 1 & 2), Magic School Ambassador, Clever Certified, Canva Teacher Essentials & AI in the Classroom, and more.

We congratulate Ali on this impressive accomplishment and are confident that her expertise will continue to be a valuable asset to Ewing Public Schools.

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Heartfelt Gratitude to Mercer ARC Community Outreach

Fisher Middle School extends its deepest appreciation to Mercer ARC Community Outreach for their generous support in addressing the personal needs of our students. This initiative, spearheaded by Mr. Jesse Ambriz, a dedicated teacher at Fisher Middle School, involved soliciting essential personal items students need.

The response from Mercer ARC was overwhelmingly positive, resulting in a substantial delivery. These donations included combs, brushes, hats, hoodies, hair supplies, and personal hygiene products, all of which contribute significantly to the well-being and confidence of our student body. The School Nurse, Child Study Team, Guidance Department and PBIS Specialists all benefited from the donations.

We are especially grateful to Jamie Johnson from Mercer ARC, who, through the organization Shine and Inspire, played a pivotal role in coordinating this effort. Their commitment to serving the whole student has made it easier for us to meet the diverse needs of our school community.

During Social Studies, 2nd Graders at Parkway School in Mrs. Klevze-Cornelius’s class, became the newest members of the ‘Secret Service Agency’. Their first assignment was to help protect various American symbols. In order to do this, members were assigned different American symbols and had to secretly conduct research to learn more about them.

May 2025 Schedule in Ewing Schools

May 1

May 2

Antheil - Title I Bingo Night @ 6pm

EHS - Spring Band and Orchestra Concert @ 7pm

FMS - Spring Scholastic Book Fair

May 3 SAT @ EHS - 7:30am

May 5-9

May 6-12

May 6

May 7

May 8

May 12-18

May 13

POAC Autism Walk @ FMS - 11am–2pm

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!

Parkway - PTA BOGO Scholastic Book Fair

FMS - Spring Scholastic Book Fair

National Nurses Week

National Teacher Appreciation Day!

National School Nurse Day!

Antheil - PTO Meeting @ 6:30pm

Antheil - BOGO Scholastic Book Fair

Parkway - PTA Meeting @ 6pm

FMS - FPA Virtual Meeting @ 7:15pm

May 14 EHS - National Honor Society Induction @ 6:30pm

May 15 Elementary - 4th Marking Period Progress Reports

May 16

EHS - Semester 2 Term 2 Quarter 3 Parent Progress Reports

FMS - 4th Marking Period Progress Reports

May 19 Board of Education Meeting - 6pm @ EHS (Public Session @ 6:30pm)

May 20 Parkway - Spring Concert @ 6:30pm

May 21

May 22

May 26

May 27

May 28

Lore - PTA Meeting @ 7pm

Antheil - 5th Grade Spring Concert @ 7pm

Lore - Field Day (Kindergarten–5th Grade)

FMS - Spring Band Concert @ 7pm

FMS - 4th Marking Period Progress Reports Mailed Home

SCHOOL CLOSED – Memorial Day

EHS - Visual Art Show @ 6pm

EHS - Spring Vocal Concert @ 7pm

Antheil - Field Day (Kindergarten–2nd Grade)

EHS - Spring Sports Awards Night @ 6pm

Lore - 5th Grade Spring Concert @ 7pm

May 29 FMS - Spring Orchestra Concert @ 7pm

2025 EHS Drama Club Broadway Showcase @ 7pm

Rain Date: Antheil Field Day (Kindergarten–2nd Grade)

Rain Date: Lore Field Day (Kindergarten–5th Grade)

May 30

Antheil - Field Day (3rd Grade–5th Grade)

Parkway - Field Day (Kindergarten–5th Grade)

May 31 Lore - PTA Touch a Truck Event @ 12–3pm

For questions or information, please contact the Superintendent’s Office:

609-538-9800 ext. 1102 thullings@ewingboe.org www.ewing.k12.nj.us

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A shop owner’s mission-driven journey from Nigeria to Ewing

Lola Atunrase, owner of International Cotoure in Ewing, helps outfit a student at Cadwalader School in Trenton during its Black History Month celebration in February. Atunrase gave fashions to members of the school’s staff to wear as part of the celebration.

By Arianna McCleoD

When Lola Atunrase first came to the United States in 1993, it was meant to be a short visit. “I came to the United States for the first time on vacation,” she recalls. “And then I decided to relocate and come here as what we call missionary students.”

She never imagined that years later, she’d be planting roots in a new country— opening two businesses grounded in purpose, prayer, and passion.

Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Atunrase is the founder of International Cotoure, a boutique on North Olden Avenue in Ewing. She is also the owner of Agape Daycare, an educational center she opened in 2005. Her journey weaves together a lifelong love of fashion, a deep sense of faith, and an unwavering desire to serve her community.

“Everything I do,” she says, “is missiondriven. It’s about giving back. That’s what I was called to do.”

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Growing up in Nigeria, fashion was always a part of Atunrase’s life. “My mother used to travel to Europe—London, France, Austria, Switzerland—to buy fabrics and clothing to bring back home,” she recalls. “Even as a high school senior, I would help her sell clothes to classmates and their families.”

That early exposure to entrepreneurship planted a seed. However, Atunrase didn’t go straight into fashion. Instead, she earned her first degree in psychology from the University of Lagos.

Eventually, she came to the U.S. as a missionary student. She attended Wagner College in Staten Island, studying management and finance. Her professional path led to Macy’s, and after years in the corporate world, she felt a new calling: education.

“As a concerned parent and someone who prayed for students, I knew God wanted me to open a daycare,” she says.

“So I went back to school, to The College of New Jersey, and earned my master’s in education.”

The decision was about more than just business. “It wasn’t my idea,” she says. “It was a God-given mission.”

In 2005, Atunrase opened Agape Daycare, named after the Greek word for unconditional love. The mission of the daycare reflects that philosophy: a judgment-free zone where children are loved, nurtured, and supported.

“We serve everyone, no matter what,” she says. “You’re four years old; you had an accident; you didn’t make it to the bathroom on time—we still love you.”

Atunrase also takes pride in her academic summer camps, which blend two hours of morning education with fun and field trips in the afternoon. “I don’t believe in letting a child do nothing all summer,” she says. “If they come to us, they’re prepared for the next grade. That’s our goal.”

She also plans to open a second daycare in Ewing that stays open until midnight— an intentional move to meet a critical need in the community. “There are so many parents who work second shifts or want to go back to school, but they have no one to watch their kids,” she says. “We’re here to fill that void.”

While education was part of her mission, fashion remained in her heart. Eventually, she opened International Cotoure in Ewing in June 2023. “To dream of something for years and then see it come to life—it was beautiful,” she says. “The mayor came for our ribbon cutting. I’ll never forget that day.”

The boutique specializes in global fashion—true to its name. “We are international in every sense of the word,” she says. “We carry Indian wear, Muslim fashion, and English designer labels. We serve everyone—Christian, Muslim, Hindu—it

education, culture, and conversation.

“We’re bringing people together to talk about their experiences,” she says. “It’s all about building community. If someone wants us to speak on a topic, they just email us. We want to bring awareness to issues that matter.”

Like many small business owners, Atunrase has encountered her share of obstacles. Running a for-profit daycare meant limited access to grants and public funding. But her mindset remained steady: “I’ve never worried, because the one who called me to do this has always provided,” she says.

Atunrase is especially passionate about mentoring women—particularly women of color—who dream of becoming business owners. Her advice begins with reflection.

“Start by asking yourself why,” she says. “Why are you doing this? Because without a purpose, the challenges will knock you over.”

doesn’t matter. We are inclusive.”

What sets International Cotoure apart is its custom design service. “People come in and show me something they saw on Instagram or TikTok, and we make it for them,” she explains. “We’ll change the sleeves, add a slit—whatever they want. It’s made just for them.”

The name itself is a fusion of cultures and meaning. “People think it’s a typo, but ‘Cotoure’ is intentionally spelled. ‘Coto’ is an African word for land, strength, and excellence,” she says. “It reflects who we are and what we do.”

Atunrase is quick to credit her family and faith for shaping her work. Her husband, a pastor, has spent 30 years ministering in Trenton’s prison system. “Every

Saturday, he visits the forensics center, serving the criminally insane,” she says. “That’s what we do. That’s our life.”

Their church, Cornerstone Bible Fellowship in Levittown, Pennsylvania, is another way Atunrase and her family give back to their community. “Our church is where people come when they feel overwhelmed, stressed, or in need of help,” she says. “My life is to give back.”

Atunrase’s children are just as accomplished, with careers in photography, fashion, and even the U.S. Marines. “We’re a fashion family,” she says. “Even my youngest, a Marine, has his own line of clothing.”

Her mission doesn’t stop at clothing racks and classrooms. A new platform is in the works—one that blends her love of

She urges aspiring entrepreneurs to research needs in their communities. “You should look for the void in the community and then do everything you can to fill it. That’s how you build something that lasts.”

Looking ahead, Atunrase has plans to expand her mission. A second location for International Cotoure may open in North Brunswick or Princeton—strategic hubs where diversity and demand meet. Through it all, one truth has remained constant: Atunrase’s purpose is bigger than fashion or education—it’s about love in action.

“I love people. You have to love people to be able to up and leave your country of birth to come to a different country to serve. You have to love people to beautify them with your experience from nations around the world.”

Staff members from Cadwalader School in Trenton show off fashions from International Cotoure in Ewing during the school’s Black History Month celebration.

Mahan twins lift expectations for Ewing softball

By Justin Feil

The Ewing High School softball team has three vital seniors, but the core of the team’s makeup comes from the junior class.

Abbie Mahan and Sydney Mahan are two of the Blue Devils’ five juniors.

The twin sisters — Abbie is six minutes older — have helped at the plate and in the field. They each had a small taste for varsity as freshmen with Sydney getting more at bats that year. They returned last year and jumped into regular roles.

“When they came in as freshmen, they were definitely young and had to kind of learn the ways,” said Ewing coach Katie Schuh. “But last year they really stepped up and came in hungry for a position and they both said we want to start and we’re going to find a way to make that happen. And then that kind of carried over to this year. And the two of them and the rest of my juniors, honestly they like lead the team. They definitely set precedence and let the other girls know what’s expected.”

Expectations are high for the Blue Dev-

ils. They graduated three players from last year’s team that won 14 games, one of the better win totals in recent history. Their trio of seniors is strong with veteran pitcher Abby Singer and catcher Emily Gamboa Ordini as well as shortstop Amonnie Wertz Panniel, who last year registered her 100th career hit.

“I was expecting us to do really well coming back because we didn’t lose that many people and we still have a lot of talent on the team,” said Abbie. “Pretty much it was just filling in those couple of places and I think we were going to do really well this season.”

The twins definitely do their part to help wherever they can. For the second straight season, Abbie is starting in right field most games. She can also pitch, and is one of the players that could be tasked with replacing Singer after she graduates. She’s also capable of catching.

“I’m pretty comfortable with the role I have with me getting put into the pitching position some,” Abbie said. “I’m comfortable in both pitching and right field. Wherever they put me, I’m comfortable and I’m

happy to do whatever they ask.”

Then there’s Sydney. Last year, she settled mostly into third base, but she’s played just about every position for the Blue Devils this spring.

“Literally anywhere,” she said. “This year I haven’t been in the same place.”

That role comes with its own challenges. Sydney has to be prepared to play anywhere in the field, or sometimes she just gets to hit if the Blue Devils don’t need her in the field.

“I think I play a good role,” Sydney said. “I love that my coaches have the confidence in me to just throw me anywhere, whether they need me or not. In the lineup, they think that I can hit wherever. I don’t really care where I am in the lineup as long as I get to hit.”

Ewing is counting on the sisters to come around at the plate. The Blue Devils as a team got off to a slow hitting start in the cold weather of the early season. That cost them in a 2-4 start, though both wins are in the Valley Division of the Colonial Valley Conference, and Ewing has confidence that

it can play up to potential with just a little improvement.

“As far as offense, it’d be really nice to get all our bats going at the same time,” said Schuh. “That was our struggle to start the season. I had like two people hitting, but now that’s up to about six girls hitting average. So if I could get those other three on board, that would be key. And then our defense, our defense can be solid when we’re focused on it and having each other’s backs, but we tend to have a bad inning and it allows us to fall apart, so if we can minimize that, I think we would be a solid team.”

Abbie had a great year at the plate last season. She hit .429 with three home runs and five doubles, and she drove in 22 runs while hitting mostly out of the clean-up spot.

“I think it was just my confidence level was really high and starting off the season well with hitting and stuff kind of helped me throughout the season,” she said. “I know I can hit better than I think I can sometimes and the batting average, it just comes with that.”

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from her minimal freshman appearances to believing more in herself and putting in some extra work on her hitting leading into last year.

“I’ve definitely focused on hitting a lot over the summer with my travel team and my teammates helped a lot with that too because they kind of boost my confidence and they know how I can hit,” Abbie said. “Them kind of building up my confidence helps me. And just practice with hitting off live pitchers and just soft toss and stuff really helps.”

Sydney had a promising debut at the plate as a freshman, and last year was steady with 10 RBI and 10 runs scored. She hit a home run in Ewing’s loss to Hightstown this year and is looking to get her bat going more for the Blue Devils. She is hoping that the experience she’s gained since freshman year and the success she had last year will help.

“It definitely gave me a lot more confidence, whereas freshman year coming in not knowing the coaches, not really knowing how some of the players play and then realizing last year how people play, how they act on the field, how their mental game is a lot better,” Sydney said. “I know even more how people play, how they work on the field, what their mindset is. Last year helped a lot.”

One player that she didn’t have to learn more about was her sister. The two have been playing together since they started in T-ball together, then up through Ewing Girls Softball Association and now with school and the Ewing Edge travel teams.

“We pretty much do everything together,” Abbie said. “We’ve gone through softball together our whole lives. And me and her, we do have our days where we don’t like each other as much. But when it comes to softball, we really trust each other and the plays that we make and we know that have each other’s backs.”

When Abbie started pitching, it was Sydney that was catching her. That familiarity has been a boost to them and followed them through their careers.

“I do find it helpful because when we either guest (play) for somebody or even just coming into high school, I know that I know somebody and they know my skill level and I know her skill level and we can help each other get adjusted to everything,” Abbie said. “And her being a catcher as well as a pitcher, she’s caught me as a pitcher basically my whole life, and she knows how I throw and if I’m missing a spot one day she’ll know exactly where it’s going. So it helps me in a lot of areas.”

Said Sydney: “We really bond over pitching and catching. We have like one mentality when we pitch and catch. I feel like I always know someone who’s on the field and I know her abilities. She knows my abilities and we really well together on the

That connection has been something they can rely on. Their natural closeness helps them motivate and push each other to improve.

“We definitely know each other’s strengths and weaknesses and we do call each other out for it,” Sydney said. “She’s my sister. I live with her. I have to be honest with her. So it is easier to talk to her than some of my other teammates, like being honest like that, but she knows it doesn’t come from a bad place. It’s from a place of trying to help her and help her grow as a softball player. If we’re on the field, it’s easier for us to play and be more connected.”

Said Abbie: “I like how she’s very on top of everything, and even if she makes mistakes, she doesn’t really get in her head as much and the next play, she’s on it. And with hitting even if sometimes I’ll be having a bad day hitting or something, she’s on her game that day. And some days we’re both on it. But there’s never really a day that neither one of us are on at the same time.”

The twins have found some space away from each other as well. Their personalities aren’t exactly the same and their friend groups are somewhat different, but they do have many of the same friends. In the winter, Abbie has done indoor track and field (she didn’t compete this year due to injuries) while Sydney does swimming for EHS. It’s really the first time that they haven’t gone into an activity together.

“I don’t like running, so I would never go running,” Sydney said with a laugh. “But I think we just wanted to find something that could be on our own with a not be sharing this with my twin. We could be our own people and work by ourselves and not have not be tied to each other all the time.”

The Mahan sisters may face that choice down the line. Both are hoping to play softball in college, but they recognize that they may end up playing at different schools. Both are looking at a potential sciencerelated career, with Abbie leaning toward nursing and Sydney interested in physical therapy. It would be a big change for the sisters who have spent most of their lives closely connected, and there’s no deeper connection than softball.

“It’s really fun for us both,” Sydney said. “We both love being on the team and trying to help our teammates be better by being an example and trying to not coach them, but help them in situations where we might be better or know how to work things differently.”

There are also still plenty of opportunities for them to work with each other. And given the choice, the two often partner up in practices.

“We know our skill levels are kind of the same, so it’s kind of easier for us to work together,” Abbie said. “We know how each other works.”

Thursday May 1

Baby Time, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Chetna for baby time features rhymes, songs with movement, fingerplays and bubbles with books. For babies and toddlers from newborn to 24 months. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Playdough and free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for playdough creation or free play with a variety of educational toys. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Jazz Small Groups Z & 1, Jazz at Princeton. 7:30 p.m. Mixture of classic jazz repertoire and contemporary compositions. Group Z directed by Miles Okazaki, and Small Group 1, led by Rudresh Mahanthappa. Free. music.princeton.edu. Taplin Auditorium, Fine Hall, Princeton University.

ART OF Mixology with 3BR Distillery, Arts Council of Princeton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an expert-led tasting before refining your mixology techniques. 3BR Distillery teaches the basics of making cocktails at home, cover-

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ing skills like balancing a cocktail, using a jigger and shaking/stirring a cocktail. Try your hand at games like blindfolded pouring and counting your measurements to win prizes. $65. artscouncilofprinceton.org. 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton

Friday May 2

Lightsaber Craft, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 9:30 a.m. Calling all Jedis and Siths in the Universe, join us at the Hollowbrook Branch, and create your lightsaber to celebrate Star Wars Day. For ages 5-9. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Preschool Storytime, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join us for family Storytime with stories, songs, fingerplay, and crafts. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Spring Card Class, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Use rubber stamped images and interesting folding and layering techniques to create a one-of-a kind greeting card. This is a hands-on class where you’ll use various tools to create a card that can be used for whatever occasion you’d like. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration begins April 15th

at 9:30 a.m. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Sing and dance with Amanda, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Sing and dance with Amanda and her ukulele. Children ages birth - age 5. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd,

Play-Doh Challenge, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 1:30 p.m. Are you up for a challenge? The Play-Doh Challenge program will test your creativity and thinking skills while the clock ticks down. The challenges involve molding Play-Doh into whatever the challenge card instructs you to do. For ages 5-9 mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

TCNJ Orchestra l, The College of New Jersey. 7:30 p.m. Under the direction of Uli Speth.Event is ticketed. tcnj.edu. 2000 Pennington Road, Trenton.

Balanced Breakfast Band, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. Reservations recommended. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

Mercer County Teen Arts Festival, Mercer County Community College. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. One-day celebration of the arts consists of Master Classes, workshops and hands-on art making activities. Through these sessions, teens have an opportunity to make new connections and network with peers, to learn new artistic skills, and to enhance skills they already have. Email teenarts@mercercounty.org for more informaiton. 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.

saTurday May 3

Sheep Shearing & Herding, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. howellfarm.org. 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell.

Garden State African Violet Club 71st Annual Show & Plant Sale, Mercer County Community College Student Center. Noon. “Violets on the Move.” Floral displays, educational exhibits, tips on growing and caring for violets, plants for sale. Email gsavcmail@gmail.com. 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor.

Midnight Sun Band, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. Reservations recommended. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

Washington Crossing Brewfest, Washington Crossing Park. 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Featuring beer, live music, and food vendors. $60. Designated drivers $17. washingtoncrossingbrewfest.com. 1638 River Road, New Hope, PA.

sunday May 4

Drop in Star Wars Craft, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 2 a.m. Join us in making a Star Wars craft. The Library will supply all materials. For ages 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library mcl.org. Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Cooper’s Riverview. 5 to 9 p.m. Flower Power Band in the Club Hall at 5 and The Naturals Band on The Deck at 6 p.m. Drink specials

and festival menu available. $7 general admission. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton. Makers Street Fair, Handmade Hopewell. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Upwards of 60 makers, artisans, and craftspeopleoffering a wide variety of goods including textiles, home goods, paintings, ceramics, and more. handmadehopewell.com. Seminary Avenue, Hopewell.

MOnday May 5

Painting Station, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Children ages 2 - 5 years old, accompanied by an adult are invited to join us for Painting Station Each week we will be using different things to use for paint. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Children ages 2 - 5 years old, accompanied by an adult are invited to stay and play with library toys after the Painting Storytime. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd. Morning Book Club: The Librarian of Auschwitz In-Person, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch. 10 a.m. Librarian Neil will lead the discussion. mcl.org. 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence.

TuEsday May 6

Toddler Creates, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for an easy toddler project to create by using crayons, glue, and markers. Suggested for children, ages 5 and under with adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Drop-in Mother’s Day Craft, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 2 p.m. Celebrate your mom, grandma, aunt, sister, or someone special by making a photo frame with your picture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Board Game Club, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 2:30 p.m. Join our club for board and card game enthusiasts. Bring your own games or use one of ours. Drop-ins welcome. Bring a friend. Registration is preferred. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. No partner necessary. $5. princetonfolkdance.org. Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton.

WEdnEsday May 7

Music & Movement, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join Ms. Susan for Music and movement program for babies and toddlers. Classes consist of singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and dancing. Registration Require. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd. Craft Station, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11:30 a.m. Join us for fun project to make. mcl. org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Thursday May 8

Drop-in Butterfly Craft, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10 a.m. Join us to make an easy butterfly craft. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Hooked on Yarn, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Hooked on Yarn program is the perfect place for beginners and experienced crafters alike to come together and share their love for yarn art. For ages 16 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr. Baby Time, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch.

10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Chetna for baby time features rhymes, songs with movement, fingerplays and bubbles with books. For babies and toddlers from newborn to 24 months. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Playdough and free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for playdough creation or free play with a variety of educational toys. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Read to Theodore Finley, Library’s Dog, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 3:45 p.m. Read to Theodore Finley, Library’s Dog For school-age children. Come early to select the book that you will be reading to the dog. Each reader will get 15 minutes. Call at Ewing Youth Desk to reserve your spot. 609-882-3130 mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Friday May 9

Mother’s Day Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Happy Mother’s Day. Join us at the Hollowbrook Branch for a special Mother’s Day Storytime. We will read books that celebrate how great moms are, sing songs, and create a unique Mother’s Day craft. For ages 3 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Preschool Storytime, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join us for family Storytime with stories, songs, fingerplay, and crafts. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Creation Station, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for Kids Crafting. Each week we will be making different crafts. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Jimmy and the Parrots, Cooper’s Riverview. 8 p.m. With DJ John Rossi. $10 to $20 for reserved seats. Doors open at 6 p.m.; full dinner menu available. coopersnj. com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

saTurday May 10

mTiny, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11:30 a.m. Free play with mTiny and Sphero ball, for schoolage children 5-10. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend, Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery. Noon. terhuneorchards. com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton.

Downtown Hopewell Mocktail Crawl. Noon. Sip, Snack & Shop.. sourlandconservancy.org. 45 W. Broad St, Hopewell.

Information Table: LWV of Lawrence Township, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch. 1:30 p.m. mcl.org. 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence.

Local Author Day, Princeton Public Library. 1:30 to 4 p.m. Local published authors of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry sell and sign their books, and interact with readers, on the first floor of the library. princetonlibrary.org. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Saturday Morning Walking Club, Lawrence Hopewell Trail. 9:30 a.m. Walks are generally 2-3 miles. See the website for the meeting point and other details. Free. lhtrail.org/walkingclub.

sunday May 11

Mother’s Day

Chess Program, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 3 p.m. For School-age Children, Ages 5-12. Join us for a game of chess. All skill levels welcome. A limited number of chess boards will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Branch Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Mother’s Day Brunch, Hopewell Valley Vineyards. 11 a.m. Ricotta pancakes, breakfast brick oven pizzas,

baked goodies, wine, mimosas and bellinis. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. 46 Yard Road, Pennington.

Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend, Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery. Noon. terhuneorchards. com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton.

A Mother’s Day Family Concert, Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey. 3 p.m. Sebastian Grand conducts Rossini: William Tell Overture; Grieg: Peer Gynt; and Kleinsinger: Tubby the Tuba; plus a performance by the Youth Concerto Competition Winner. $40. capitalphilharmonic.org. New Jersey State Museum Theater, 205 West State Street, Trenton.

MOnday May 12

Adult Craft- Wind Chime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 7 p.m. Crafting can be relaxing, and crafting together with someone can help build a friendship and a sense of community. For ages 16 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

TuEsday May 13

Toddler Creates, Mercer County Library: Ewing

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Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for an easy toddler project to create by using crayons, glue, and markers. Suggested for children, ages 5 and under with adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Midday Masterpieces, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 2:30 p.m. Join us at the Hollowbrook Branch and have the chance to create the craft you might have missed out on the previous night. The craft for this program will be a wind chime. For ages 16 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Author Elaine Pagels, Labyrinth Books. 6 p.m. Rescheduled event. National Book Award-winning scholar in conversation. labyrinthbooks.com. 122 Nassau St., Princeton.

Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, Antonio Sánchez Trio, McCarter Theatre. 7:30 p.m. This new supergroup

mar Castañeda. $33 to $73. mccarter.org. 91 University Place, Princeton.

WEdnEsday May 14

Baby Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Children, ages birth to 2 1/2 years old, are welcome for stories, songs, and play. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Music and Movement, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join Ms. Susan for Music and movement program for babies and toddlers. Classes consist of singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and dancing. Registration Require. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Craft Station, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11:30 a.m. Join us for fun project to make. mcl. org. 61 Scotch Rd.

320 Hollowbrook Dr.

9 p.m. Princeton Comic Makers presents: JERSEY ART MEETUPS (JAM), a weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Free. artscouncilofprinceton.org. 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Thursday May 15

Drop-in Butterfly Craft, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10 a.m. Join us to make an easy butterfly craft. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

AAPI Heritage Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Join us at the Hollowbrook Branch for a special storytime to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We’ll read stories honoring AAPI culture, sing songs, and create an exciting craft. For ages 3 and up. mcl.org.

320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Baby Time, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Chetna for baby time features rhymes, songs with movement, fingerplays and bubbles with books. For babies and toddlers from newborn

The Nerds, Cooper’s Riverview. 8 p.m. With DJ Dave Matrix. $10 to $20 via EventBrite. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

Pilobolus re:CREATION, McCarter Theatre. 7:30 p.m. A dynamic collection of dance pieces -- daring experiments and groundbreaking new collaborations, keeping the company at the forefront of innovation, which stand alongside the classics that have altered the landscape of dance and theater. $63 to $83. mccarter. org. 91 University Place, Princeton.

saTurday May 17

The Buzzer Band, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. With DJ Frank Oliveti. Reservations recommended. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

Darla Rich Jazz, Small World Coffee. 7 p.m. smallworldcoffee.com. 14 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin, Roxey Ballet. 4 p.m. Family friendly contemporary reimagining of the notorious German folk tale is set to rock-opera style anthems and features upbeat choreography, telling the story of a rat-catcher dressed in vibrant, multicolored clothing who is hired by a medieval town to lure away

panied by an adult are invited to join us for Painting Station Each week we will be using different things to use for paint. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Children ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult are invited to stay and play with library toys after the Painting Storytime. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd. 2025 Annual Golf Outing, Mercer Oaks. 11:30 a.m. Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce event. princetonmercerchamber.org. 725 Village Road West, West Windsor.

TuEsday May 20

Toddler Storytime, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join us for an easy toddler project to create by using crayons, glue, and markers. Suggested for children, ages 5 and under with adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd. Toddler Creates, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for an easy toddler project to create by using crayons, glue, and markers. Suggested for children, ages 5 and under with adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd. Board Game Club, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 2:30 p.m. Join our club for board and card game enthusiasts. Bring your own games or use one of ours. Drop-ins welcome. Bring a friend. Registration is preferred. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

WEdnEsday May 21

Baby Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Children, ages birth to 2 1/2 years old, are welcome for stories, songs, and play. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Craft Crew, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 1:30 p.m. Work on your exciting project with other crafters. You will have the space to learn, share ideas, and admire one another’s projects. Craft supplies will not be provided; please bring your portable craft projects to the library. For ages 16 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr. Poetry Writing Workshop, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch. 2:30 p.m. With Poetry Circle Poets. mcl.org. 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence.

Author: Charles T. Brown, Princeton Public Library. 7 to 8:30 p.m. The author discusses his recently published book, “Arrested Mobility: Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement.” princetonlibrary.org. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Thursday May 22

Hooked on Yarn, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Are you passionate about crafting with yarn and creating cozy, handmade masterpieces? Look no further. Our Hooked on Yarn program is the perfect place for beginners and experienced crafters alike to come together and share their love for yarn art. For ages 16 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr. Baby Time, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 10:30 a.m. Join Ms. Chetna for baby time features rhymes, songs with movement, fingerplays and bubbles with books. For babies and toddlers from newborn to 24 months. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Playdough and free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for playdough creation or free play with a variety of educational toys. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Non-Fiction Book Group, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 7 p.m. Join us to discuss A Fever in the

Heartland: The Ku Klux Klan’s Plot to Take Over America, and the Woman Who Stopped Them by Timothy Egan. A historical thriller by the Pulitzer and National Book Award-winning author that tells the riveting story of the Klan’s rise to power in the 1920s, the cunning con man who drove that rise, and the woman who stopped them. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

All Access Book Discussion Group, Princeton Public Library. 6 p.m. Discuss “Stories From the Tenants Downstairs” by Sidik Fofana and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book. princetonlibrary.org. Firestone Library, One Washington Road, Princeton University.

ART OF Hip Hop, Arts Council of Princeton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. An evening to discuss and demonstrate the ART OF Hip Hop with focus on MCing and the Knowledge. Presenter is Slim da Wit, an artist from Newark, to take us through the process leading up to the artistic expression before it hits radios and streaming services. $35. artscouncilofprinceton.org. 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Friday May 23

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Farmstead Friday May 2025, Washington Crossing Historic Park. 11 a.m. Learn about life on the 18thcentury Thompson-Neely Farmstead. washingtoncrossingpark.org. 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania.

Memorial Day Weekend Dance Party, Cooper’s Riverview. 8 p.m. Sensational Soul Cruisers perform the best of the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. $15 general admission; additional packages include buffet dinner. coopersnj. com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

saTurday May 24

Nature’s Wildlife with Ryan Bridge “The Bug Man,” Washington Crossing Historic Park. 8:30 p.m. washingtoncrossingpark.org. 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania.

Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards. Noon to 5 p.m. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. by Michael Montemurro. Lunch fare, homemade treats, ice cream, and wine by the glass available. terhuneorchards.com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton.

The Verdict Caribbean Party, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. Reggae/Soca band. Reservations recommended. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.

Rob Lanter, Small World Coffee. 7 p.m. Jazz and Latin. smallworldcoffee.com. 14 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Jazz Concert on the Riverbank, Washington Crossing Park Association. 6 to 8 p.m. Free concert by the Triple Ts, a Philadelphia jazz-fusion trio, who play a mix of original music and jazz standards. The Council Rock South Concert Jazz Band opens. Rain date May 26. wcpa-nj.com. 355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville.

English Country & Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers. 7 to 10:30 p.m. Lesson followed by dance. $15. princetoncountrydancers.org. Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Farm Market, Blue Moon Acres. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Se-

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lection of Blue Moon-grown Certified Organic produce, micro greens, eggs, rice, our own line of Herbarium body care products made with herbs grown on the farm, as well as an array of products from other local vendors. bluemoonacres.net. 11 Willow Creek Drive, Pennington. Pennington Farmers Market, Rosedale Mills. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and more from local producers. penningtonfarmersmarket.org. 101 Route 31, Pennington.

sunday May 25

Family Sundays at the Nature Center, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 1:30 p.m. Free, naturalist-guided program geared towards kids of all ages. No abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton. Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards. Noon to 5 p.m. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. by Barbara Lin Band. Lunch fare, homemade treats, ice cream, and wine by the glass available. terhuneorchards.com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton.

MOnday May 26

Memorial Day. Postal and bank holiday. . Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards. Noon

to 5 p.m. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. by Sarah Teti. Lunch fare, homemade treats, ice cream, and wine by the glass available. terhuneorchards.com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton.

TuEsday May 27

Adult Book Discussion, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 7 p.m. Join us to discuss The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott. At the height of the Cold War, two secretaries are pulled out of the typing pool at the CIA and given the assignment of a lifetime. Their mission: to smuggle Doctor Zhivago out of the USSR, where no one dare publish it, and help Pasternak’s magnum opus make its way into print around the world. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. No partner necessary. $5. princetonfolkdance.org. Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton.

WEdnEsday May 28

Baby Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Children, ages birth to 2 1/2 years old, are welcome for stories, songs, and play. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Craft Station, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11:30 a.m. Join us for fun project to make. mcl. org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Taming a Bear Market: Financial Planning for Uncertain Times, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 6:30 p.m. Join Priti Dutta, Realtor, Bob Ryan and Paul Felix, Financial Advisors, to learn about: retirement planning, investment management, risk management, building wealth through alternative approaches. Registration is preferred. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Explore the trails of Roebling Park. Free. abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.

Thursday May 29

Playdough and free Play, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch. 11 a.m. Join us for playdough creation or free play with a variety of educational toys. mcl.org. 61 Scotch Rd.

Princeton Festival Opera Workshop, Mercer County Library. 6:30 p.m. Hear about the history of opera from Princeton professor Rochelle Ellis, meet and listen to live opera singers, learn about what it takes to be a professional musician, and practice some vocal exercises with the group. Open to all ages and experience levels. mcl.org. Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville.

Friday May 30

Family Storytime, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 10 a.m. Join us at the Hollowbrook Branch for Family Storytime. We’ll read stories, sing songs, and create a fun craft at the end. For ages 3 and up. mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr. Play-Doh Challenge, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch Library. 1:30 p.m. Are you up for a challenge? The Play-Doh Challenge program will test your creativity and thinking skills while the clock ticks down. The challenges involve molding Play-Doh into whatever the challenge card instructs you to do. For ages 5-9 mcl.org. 320 Hollowbrook Dr.

Corn Planting & Gardening, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. Corn-planting day features workhorses and a circa-1900 planter. Help shell and grind corn for the pigs and chickens and learn how corn is processed for baking. howellfarm.org. 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell.

Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance. 8 p.m. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $10. princetonfolkdance.org. Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton.

saTurday May 31

Haying & Wagon Rides, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. howellfarm.org. 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell.

Successful Failures, Needle Creek Brewery. 1 p.m. Live music. needlecreek.com. 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington.

Lighter Fare: A Cabaret, Capital Singers of Trenton. 4 p.m. Selections from Broadway and light opera, performed by soloists, small groups, and the full ensemble. capitalsingers.org. St. David’s Episcopal Church, 90 South Main Street, Cranbury.

McMillan & Co., Small World Coffee. 7 p.m. Jazz, Latin, funk, and rock. smallworldcoffee.com. 14 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.

Techno Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers. 7 to 10:30 p.m. Lesson followed by dance. Free. princetoncountrydancers.org. Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton.

NJ Renaissance Faire, Burlington Fairgrounds. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Set in the perilous days when pirates ruled the seas and King George I offered clemency to those who surrendered, this year’s storyline immerses you in the dramatic struggle of the Republic of Pirates. Family-friendly festivities include sword fighting, fire breathing, comedy, live music, and a merchant village. $30 admission. njrenfaire.com. 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Road, Columbus.

Art Walk, West Windsor Arts Council. 4 to 7 p.m. Family-friendly carnival-themed fundraiser features a one-mile family fun walk and fitness challenges, a variety of games, art projects, live music, and more. $25 per family or $10 per person. Proceeds benefit WWA’s education programs. westwindsorarts.org. 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor.

Stroke awareness: What everyone should know

Ask The Doctor

What’s good for your heart is generally good for your brain. May is National Stroke Month, and Rao Pasupuleti, MD, Neurology, at RWJUH Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, shares key steps like these which can reduce your risk of a stroke.

1. Keep Your Blood Pressure in a Healthy Range. High blood pressure is the #1 risk factor for stroke. High blood pressure damages blood vessels and can increase the risk of a blockage. Get your blood pressure checked regularly and aim to keep it below 130/80. Healthy eating, exercise, and medicine (if needed) can help.

is a stroke—and the more effective treatment is likely to be.”

The memory trick known as “B.E. F.A.S.T.” makes it easier for people to better connect suspicious symptoms with the possibility that a stroke is causing the issue. Warning signs include:

B for Balance: Dizziness, a fall or vertigo.

E for Eyes: Blurred vision or loss of vision.

Dr. Rao Pasupuleti

2. Eat a Heart-and Brain-Healthy Diet. Choose foods like fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, nuts, and low-fat dairy. Limit foods high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats. Diets like the DASH diet or Mediterranean diet have been shown to protect some against stroke.

3. Drink Alcohol in Moderation. Too much alcohol can raise blood pressure and increase stroke risk.

4. Keep Diabetes Under Control. High blood sugar can damage blood vessels and i ncrease the risk of stroke. If you have diabetes, work with your healthcare team to keep your blood sugar and A1c levels in a healthy range.

5. Quit Smoking for Good. Smoking hurts your blood vessels, raises your risk of blood clots, and doubles your stroke risk. Quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health — it’s never too late to stop.

6. Be Active Every Week. Moving your body keeps your heart and brain strong. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise (like brisk walking, biking, or swimming) each week. Even multiple short walks add up! Knowing the signs of stroke and acting fast can make all the difference.

Recognizing the signs of a stroke could save a life—perhaps your own—and minimize a stroke’s potential life-changing effects. “Unfortunately, people with stroke symptoms often put off calling for an ambulance because they think the symptoms will pass or don’t signify a more significant health issue,” says Dr. Pasupuleti, MD.

“When someone notices a friend or family member not acting like themselves, they should call an ambulance and also make note of the time,” she says. “The sooner a doctor sees a patient, the sooner they can determine whether the underlying cause of the symptom

F for Face: A slight droop, an uneven smile or a change in the way the eyes look.

A for Arm: Is one arm weak or does it feel heavy and difficult to lift?

S for Speech: Is there slurred speech or an inability to get words out?

T for Time: Time to call 911.

Don’t delay help for a potential stroke victim. Call 9-1-1 rather than calling a doctor or driving the ill person to the emergency department. Emergency responders can communicate effectively with the hospital and even begin treatment on the way there, Dr. Pasupuleti explains.

Learn more at rwjbh.org/neuro

Programs at RWJUH Hamilton this month

The following programs are sponsored by RWJUH Hamilton Community Health, open to all and all ages, and Better Health Program, open to all 65+ years old. All programs take place at the Center for Health & Wellness located at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619--unless otherwise noted. View the calendar of programs available online at rwjbh.org/hamiltonprograms, or for more information or to register, call 609-584-5900. Registration is required to attend programs.

TUESdAy, MAy 27

RWJUH Hamilton, Stroke Support Group –Held every 4th Tuesday of each month. 4-5 p.m. Open to the public and free, this Stroke Support Group allows survivors and caregivers to come together to share personal experiences, feelings, recovery strategies, and firsthand information on managing life after stroke. The group is facilitated and presented by RWJ Rehabilitation - Hamilton team members, Ashley Sarrol, Speech-Language Pathologist, and Allyson Panikowski-Berry, Occupational Therapist. Stroke survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are welcome.

THURSdAy, MAy 1

RWJUH Hamilton, Better Health Program. Breakfast and Learn: Stroke, It Can Happen to you. Open to all ages 65+ and older 10-11:30 a.m This complimentary program is being offered to our Better Health Program members and will help them learn about current stroke protocols and the advancements made in this field, and gain valuable insight about stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. Hamil Patel, MD, Stroke Director and Assistant Director, Emergency Department, RWJUH Hamilton, will present this comprehensive and important program about maintaining good health. If you are 65+ years old, become a member and register for this program, free of charge, by contacting us at 609-584-5900.

Recognize the symptoms of stroke

While each individual may experience different stroke symptoms, the ones below are most common. Time is crucial when treating and recovering from a stroke. Act quickly. Don’t wait. Stroke is a medical emergency and every second counts.

Sudden loss of balance, or sudden onset dizziness

Sudden change in vision in one or both eyes

Sudden numbness or drooping on one side of the face

Sudden numbness or weakness in the arms

Sudden di culty or slurring of speech Sudden terrible or “thunderclap” headache with no known cause

TIME is BRAIN!

Advanced Non-Invasive Liver Tumor Treatment Arriving at Capital Health Cancer Center

Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell will be the first and only hospital in the Mercer and Bucks County region to offer histotripsy, a non-invasive treatment option for liver tumors, when the Edison System arrives this summer.

DR. CATALDO DORIA, a hepato-pancreatobiliary surgeon and medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center, Dr. Ajay Choudhri, an interventional radiologist and chairman of the Radiology Department at Capital Health, and Dr. Nikhil Thaker, medical director of Radiation Oncology lead the team at the Cancer Center’s Liver Center of Excellence that performs histotripsy. This groundbreaking procedure uses advanced imaging and ultrasound energy to destroy targeted tumors in a single outpatient procedure with no cutting or probing.

“Capital Health Cancer Center consistently commits to bringing new and promising technologies like this to patients in our area,” said Dr. Doria. “Histotripsy destroys targeted tissues without the intense energy of radiation, heat damage from thermal technologies, or incisions or needles from traditional treatments that can damage surrounding healthy structures. The additional benefits of less pain, shorter recovery time, and fewer complications also help ensure patients experience the best possible clinical outcomes.”

Histotripsy is a revolutionary non-invasive solution for patients with liver cancer who are not candidates for surgery or may have previously been told their tumors are inoperable. Dr. Doria and his team use the histotripsy devices (an ultrasound machine connected to a mobile robotic arm) to deliver precisely

treatment. Ultrasound pulses create microbubbles at a focal point, which break down and dissolve the diseased liver tumor tissue without piercing the skin. Histotripsy is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of liver tumors, and doctors and researchers have studied it for more than 20 years, including clinical trials. There are ongoing studies surrounding the use of histotripsy for treating tumors in the pancreas, brain, prostate, kidney and other areas. As FDA approvals are granted, the team at Capital Health Cancer Center plans to expand their histotripsy program to these new sites.

Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, is home to the Liver Center of Excellence as well as other centers of excellence specializing in breast care, lung health, neuro-oncology, pancreatic health, and robotic-assisted surgery. To learn more, visit capitalhealthcancer.org. To schedule a histotripsy consultation, call 609.537.6000.

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Heart Specialists at Capital Health Regional Medical Center Perform First Pulsed Field Ablation to Treat AFib

A team of cardiology specialists from Capital Health’s Cardiac Electrophysiology Program, part of its Heart and Vascular Institute, performed the first pulsed field ablation at Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC). Pulsed field ablation is a new, minimally invasive approach for treating symptomatic atrial fibrillation (AFib) that is resistant to treatment with medication. Capital Health is the first to offer this procedure in Mercer and Lower Bucks counties.

“Traditional radiofrequency ablation uses electrical energy delivered through a catheter (a long, thin tube) to destroy areas in the heart that typically trigger AFib. Sometimes this type of ablation can cause damage to surrounding tissues,” said DR. SCOTT BURKE, medical director of Cardiac Electrophysiology and a board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiac electrophysiologist with Capital Health Cardiology Specialists. “We’re excited to offer our patients this new pulsed field technology that uses non-thermal electrical energy to precisely treat the affected cardiac tissue in less time than traditional thermal ablations and with lower risk of harming surrounding healthy structures.”

Atrial fibrillation occurs when the top two chambers of the heart (the atria) beat too fast and with an irregular rhythm. This can decrease the heart’s pumping efficiency, leading to a higher risk

of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications than those with normal heart rhythms. With the incidence of AFib on the rise, a safe, effective, and efficient therapy like pulsed field ablation allows the experts in Capital Health’s Electrophysiology Program to treat more patients, reduce their complications, and improve the well-being of the larger community.

Capital Health’s Cardiac Electrophysiology team, with experts from Capital Health Cardiology Specialists, performs procedures like pulsed field ablation to manage and treat patients with conditions that involve abnormal electrical behavior of the heart. To make an appointment at Capital Health Cardiology Specialists, or to find an office near you, visit capitalhealthcardiology.org.

Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute offers comprehensive care with a multi-specialty approach highlighted by the most up-to-date techniques and treatment options. With multiple locations throughout the greater Mercer and Bucks county region, the Institute features the most sophisticated technology guided by highly trained clinical experts in medical fields such as cardiac surgery, cardiac electrophysiology, general and interventional cardiology, nephrology, podiatry, interventional radiology, vascular surgery, and wound management and hyperbaric medicine. For more information, visit capitalheartandvascular.org.

Capital Health Announces Launch of TeamBirth Program to Enhance Childbirth Experience

Capital Health today announced its launch of TeamBirth, a national, evidence-based model designed to enhance team communication and shared decision making.

Announced at Capital Health’s biannual community baby shower in Trenton, TeamBirth works to ensure that every patient feels heard and informed during their birthing experience and receives the same quality treatment. At its core, TeamBirth is a communication model that brings patients, their support people, and their care team together in huddles at regular intervals. During these huddles, the team discusses changes in the patient’s status, addresses questions or concerns, and discusses care plans. TeamBirth is being implemented at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell in partnership with the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and Ariadne Labs.

“The goal of TeamBirth is to encourage shared decision-making between patients and their health care team,” said Alexandra Nelson, director of the Maternal and Infant Service Line at Capital Health. “This approach connects expectant mothers and their support people with clinicians, nurses, lactation consultants— everyone who is part of the care team—to establish consistent lines of communication. Through these important connections, patients can express their personal preferences so clinicians can get their growing families off to the safest start possible while elevating the patient’s voice.”

During TeamBirth huddles, patients participate in planning and managing care for themselves and their baby, from admission

through discharge. TeamBirth is proven to enhance the focus on patient-centered, respectful, and equitable care for all. Health care systems that have already implemented TeamBirth have reported positive impacts on patient satisfaction, clinician satisfaction, and success in addressing health inequities.

Capital Health’s Community Baby Shower, where the launch was announced, is a free community event for women who are pregnant or recently delivered (infants up to three months old) and their support person. Staff from Capital Health offer blood pressure screenings, CPR instruction, giveaways, and information tables from Capital Health Maternity Services, Childbirth Education, and Pediatric Emergency Services. Other Trenton-based community organizations also attend to share information, with lunch provided by the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen food truck along with additional food distributed by Capital Health’s Mobile Food Pantry with Arm in Arm.

Maternity Services at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell makes up the most complete maternity facility in the area. From routine deliveries to high-risk needs, staff at the Josephine Plumeri Birthing Center at Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell provide a full range of prenatal, obstetrical, postpartum, and neonatal care options so newborns have the greatest chance for a healthy start. The designated Regional Perinatal Center provides neonatal care, including Mercer County’s only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for at-risk births. To learn more, visit capitalhealth.org/maternity.

Don’t Delay: Call 911 If You Suspect a Stroke

“When it comes to treating stroke, we always say ‘time is brain,’ which means that the sooner we can treat you, the better chance we have at a successful outcome,” said DR. DUSTIN ROCHESTIE, director of the Stroke Program at Capital Health. “At Capital Health, we have procedures in place to make sure you get the immediate, lifesaving stroke care that you need.”

The Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center at the Capital Institute for Neurosciences is a major referral center for the treatment of all types of neurovascular diseases, including (but not limited to) cerebral aneurysms, strokes, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs), intracranial stenosis as well as Moyamoya disease.

The only certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in the region, Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Trenton provides safe emergency stroke and neurovascular services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“As soon as you call 911, our prehospital alert system allows our team in the hospital to prepare for your arrival, saving valuable time to treatment,” said Dr. Rochestie. “Your call activates basic and advanced life support service to provide safe, immediate care at your location before you even arrive at the hospital.”

Controllable Risk Factors for Stroke

There are steps you can take right away to lower your risk. Get started by talking to your primary care doctor to learn about stroke screenings and how you can treat or manage controllable risk factors such as:

… High blood pressure

… High cholesterol

… Heart/blood vessel disease

Cigarette smoking

… Physical inactivity/ obesity/poor diet

Diabetes mellitus

… Atrial fibrillation

… Sickle cell disease

Visit capitalneuro.org to learn more. If you or someone you know is experiencing signs of a stroke, call 911.

Stroke is a time-sensitive emergency. If you suspect you or a loved one is experiencing a stroke, B-E F-A-S-T to know the signs of a stroke and call 911 immediately.

B

E

— Balance

Is the person experiencing a sudden loss of balance?

— Eyes

Has the person lost vision in one or both eyes?

F

— Face Drooping

Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb?

— Arm Weakness

A — Speech Difficulty

Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S

Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like “The sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly?

T

— Time to call 911

If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and check the time so you’ll know when the first symptom appeared.

Be Heart Healthy: How to Lower Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 6 p.m. | Location: Zoom Meeting

High blood pressure and cholesterol are common conditions that affect your heart, but there are medical and nutritional options to help reduce your risks. Join DR. CHARLES PARABOSCHI from Capital Health Cardiology Specialists to learn about the latest medical treatments for lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol. Registered Dietitian ELIZABETH IOZZINO will discuss the importance of proper nutrition for your heart health. Register for this event at capitalhealth.org/events.

The three best friends that anyone could have

DONNIE BLACK

BETTING ON BLACK

I was born into having a best friend who is my brother George and then my neighbors who aren’t friends but brothers, Jamel and Peyton (see my column, “The Real ‘Four Brothers’ in last September’s issue for that story).

I want to talk about my actual best/ longest friends Karl Kelly and DJ Powlish. Before I met them, I went to the JCC for preschool (Jewish Community Center). I was the only non-Jewish person there but who cares, it’s a pre-school. While I was there, from what I remember, I had a “best friend,” and his name was Ben. If Ben is reading this and remembers this, what’s up dude? How’s life?

My journey with my two longest best friends started in first grade with Karl. There was a competition within our first grade Incarnation class. You had to dress the same as another person in class. The day came where you had to pick a partner and no one picked me. I felt like the kid in gym class who got picked last. I knew just about everyone in the class, because I went to kindergarten with all of these people the year prior except one kid. This kid came into Incarnation from the Lanning school and I remember vividly saying, “he’s a weird kid,” and I don’t want to be around that dude. That “weird” brown haired dude and I were the only two kids without partners. Darn it, I get the “weird “kid! We were the bad kids in class so no one wanted to partner with us. He came right up to me and said, “I guess it’s just us two.” He then said these words that we still say to each other 33 years later—“Hey, we should be ninjas.”

There was no other option and he was super serious so… We became ninjas! Of course with the help of his dad. We didn’t win best costume. Hell, we didn’t even place. That’s not the point. I gained my best friend who has been with me for my entire life. Karl played baseball, and he was really good at it. I played soccer, and I was decent. I joined a travel soccer team when I was in 4th grade called the Rebels, but it didn’t work out because I was younger, smaller and timid, so I joined the team that was younger called West End United and where the kids were actually my age.

Every kid on the team went to a different school than me, so I was basically the odd ball. The coaches of the team were Mike Stanzione and Justin Burroughs. They saw

something in me that I never saw and put me at the sweeper position.

If you don’t know soccer, the sweeper is the eyes and ears of the team. It all starts with the sweeper. My confidence grew at this point. My mom had become team manager and her co-manager was another teammates mom. That teammate was DJ. We joined a league in South Jersey and our travel time was over an hour for each away game. I didn’t think I was popular until half the team wanted to drive in my mom’s van to the away games. My mom in the driver’s seat blasting my favorite music: Biggie, Nas, Lost Boyz. My mom loved it, but she needed help. My teammate DJ’s mom jumped into the passenger seat to help with directions and DJ hopped in the van.

From that moment on, DJ became my best friend. Wait, don’t forget about my other best friend, Karl. How weird is this? Karl and DJ had already been good friends since they were about 5 years old when they played T-ball together. This whole time I thought I brought this whole trio together. Well, I still kinda did. Back to the story. They both grew up from being 5 years old and went to different schools and we all know what happens. You hang out with the people at your school.

Fast forward to after high school, these two dudes both joined the Army and have become best friends with each other again. Karl and I were in DJ’s wedding, and DJ and Karl were in my wedding. I’m so proud the three of us have stuck together through everything—even when they both lit me on fire when we were 13. But that’s another story for another day.

Marriage, babies, career changes and the death of my mom. These two men were the first to reach out and show up for me. They both will hate this column because they don’t like this lovey-dovey stuff. I mean they ARE military guys.

I was always the softie of the three. I love these guys, and I’m not afraid to admit it. I called them both prior to writing this column to ask for their input and I got the same response from both of them—“Really bro?”

My bad fellas. They called my mom their mom, and I do the same with their moms. I know they took it hard when “our” mom died but we all stuck together like we have our whole lives. I know you both hate recognition but I sincerely love you both!

donnie Black was born and grew up in Ewing Township. He currently works at radio station XTU in Philadelphia as a producer, on air personality and promotions director.

Ewing Recreation

May 2025

The Ewing Recreation Department is now using new registration software, CivicRec, which replaces CommunityPass. All program registrations must now be completed through CivicRec. To register, visit ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Summer Camp. The Ewing Recreation Summer Camp will run from June 30 to Aug. 22 for children in grades 1–5. Camp is held at the Ewing Senior and Community Center (ESCC), with Fisher Middle School serving as a rain location. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Early care is available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and after care runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

The Teen Travel Camp, for grades 6–8, also runs from June 30 to Aug. 15. It features four travel days per week, with one day spent in Ewing. Participants may join the day camp during weeks Teen Travel is not offered. Online registration is required at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Moody Park Summer Basketball League. Registration is open for boys in grades 3–9. The deadline to register is May 21, and the season begins Monday, June 2. For more information, visit moodyparkbb.com. Register at ewingnj.org/ RecRegistration.

Community Pools. The Ewing Community Pool system features two facilities open to seasonal members and daily patrons.

• Hollowbrook Pool (320 Hollowbrook Drive) will open on weekends and Memorial Day starting Saturday, May 24. On Saturdays, it is available for private events from 1 to 5 p.m., and open to the public from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday hours are noon to 8 p.m To schedule an event, email Raquel at rince@ewingnj.org.

• ESCC Pool will also open weekends and Memorial Day beginning Saturday, May 25. Both pools will open full-time starting Monday, June 17, operating from noon to 8 p.m. Swim Lessons begin with evaluations on Saturday, June 14. Space is limited. Senior Swim and Senior Water Aerobics begin Monday, June 16. Seniors should register at the Senior Office. Register online at ewingnj.org/ RecRegistration.

Shelly Dearden Basketball Camp. Held at Ewing High School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., this camp is open to students in grades 4–8 Directed by Coach Shelly Dearden, the program includes individual skill work, drills, games, competitions, guest speakers, daily prizes, and an end-of-camp championship. Cost is $95 and includes a T-shirt and more. Register online at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Picnic Area Permits.The Recreation Department is accepting picnic area permit applications for:

• John Watson Park (Upper Ferry Road)

• Higgs Park (Summerset Street)

• Betor Park (behind the Municipal Building)

To apply, email Nancy at npappano@ewingnj. org or contact the Recreation Office. Please note: the ESCC camp picnic area will be closed for the season

For more information on these or other programs, contact the Recreation Office at (609) 883-1776, or visit ewingnj.org/communityaffairs. The office is located at Hollowbrook Community Center and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m

The Ewing Recreation column is paid content provided by Ewing Township.

Senior Corner

May 2025

ALL PROGRAMS HELD AT HOLLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 HOLLOWBROOK DRIVE

MONDAYS

10 a.m. Exercise - Karen Martin

Noon Bingo

1 p.m. Jewelry/Craft -Anne’s

TUESDAYS

10 a.m. Exercise - Karen Martin

12:30 p.m. Bible Study

12:30 p.m. Bingo

1 p.m. Senior Scholars

WEDNESDAYS

9:30 a.m. Knitting/Crochet

10:30 p.m. Water Color - Ally Lyons Mercer County Library – Ewing Branch

11 a.m. Chair Yoga- Lisa Caruso

1 p.m. Mexican Train

2 p.m. Mahjongg - Christine Kamph

THURSDAYS

10 a.m. Exercise - Karen Martin

1 p.m. Pinochle - Mercer County Library - Ewing Branch

1 p.m. Rummikub

1 p.m. Balance Class - Bob Kirby

1 p.m. Bid Whist

1:30 p.m. Learn Chrome/OS

FRIDAYS

9:30 a.m. Line Dancing – Joanne Keephart

Noon. Circuit Training - Jeff Prunettii ($5 session)

SENIOR CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMISSION (SCAC):

Third Thursday of the month. General Body 10 a.m. Meeting is open to the public.

CLUBS: (All held in Room #201-202)

Live Wires—11 a.m. ( 2nd Thursday of the month)

Busy C’s—11 a.m. ( 3rd Tuesday of the month) Club D—11 a.m. (1st Thursday of the month) HB Seniors—1 p.m. (2nd Friday of the month)

International Cooking Program, May 19. “It’s a Tea Party.” Wear your favorite hat. Noon-2 p.m. $8pp/$13couple.Tickets available Hollowbrook Community Center (M-F 8:30-4:30 pm)

MERCER COUNTY NUTRITION: Seniors 60 and older or anyone married to a person 60 and older is welcome to participate in the nutrition program. The program is located at Hollowbrook Community Center. A person is asked to donate a $1. Your donation is confidential. A delicious balance meal is served.

EWING RESIDENTS: HOLLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER

2nd Floor Rm# 207 Senior Office, QUESTIONS: 609-883-1776

Senior Corner is paid content by Ewing Township

A trip through the Ryan Dairy Farm

The Ryan Dairy Farm was a landmark in Ewing nearly a century ago. Located on Pennington Road, the farm’s homestead was the old Temple Family Farmhouse, a presence in the area since c.1750, a structure now known to us as the Benjamin Temple House, the home of the Ewing Historical Society.

But there were other buildings on the 160 acre dairy farm in the 1930s and 40s, none of which moved from their original location near Bull Run Road and Pennington Road to the current location of the Temple House when the historic home was moved out of the path of I 295.

Since few of us now are likely to recall the farm in its heyday, Peter Ryan Jr.’s richly descriptive recollection of life growing up on the farm provides mental images for us of the entirety of the farm as it once was. Here are some excerpts describing some of the farm’s outbuildings from that loving remembrance (Text is all Peter Ryan’s except for that in italics):

“The Horse Barn was a favorite place to me, as it offered a wonderful array of the scent of a farm, with hay, raw oats, corn, and the organic odor unique to horse rearing. We raised a variety of draft horses, primarily Suffolk, as well as a team of Belgians named Frank and Barney.

The Wood Shed was a vital unit providing storage of wood for the cook and pot-bellied stoves, as well as the central workshop. It housed a huge workbench with massive vise, horseshoe repair equipment, and a variety of hand tools. There was every garden/nursery device imaginable, along with foot-driven grinding wheels for sharpening mowing equipment.

There were two Chicken Coops. The larger Hen House provided for the dozens of Hens and the ever-popular Rooster. Table-like Arrangements along the back wall offered roosting bars on the upper section with nests suspended from the underside for comfortable straw filled egg laying.

Screened Windows provided for both ventilation and security. The chickens fed from homemade wooden feeders which released feed on demand. Likewise, water vessels were placed to provide ample water. Supplying the water and feed was a daily task for the caretaker.

The Brooding House was a smaller unit adjacent, for raising chicks. It provided water and feeding, as well as a heated brooding shield. We also raised a few ducks on the property.

The Spring House was an ingeniously-designed small building located down a long lane extending from the house partially into the meadow. The building was framed around a shallow concrete trench, perhaps 36 inches deep, 30 inches wide, which surrounded the perimeter on three sides of the interior wall.

The stable was a neat, orderly affair, with individual stalls, each with a hay manger and bin for feeding grain and hay. The horses were secured by halter and bedded down with a generous layer of straw. Horse droppings were collected by shovel into a wheelbarrow, transported and unloaded into a manure pit located outside of the stable, for distribution to the fields in the Spring.

There were huge steel water basins at the stable ends, and the horses were backed out of their stalls to drink several times daily. The feeding, watering, and shoveling was part of the daily routine for farm hands.

The Wagon House was a multipurpose building that housed, offseason, a variety of implements, with the upstairs a full harness maintenance shop, complete with rivet machines. (It also housed) Aunt Kid’s ‘39 Buick Sedan.

Fed by an eternal spring, the trench provided clear, cold water year round: ideal for cooling canned milk. The evening milk production, generally 4 - 5 40-quart cans, was pushed down each evening on a cart and deposited into the water, (and picked up each morning by ‘39 Chevy truck).

The Milk House was located at the far end of the cow barn, and contained the milking gear. In later years, a large cooler was added, eliminating the need to transport evening production to the Spring House.”

There will be more for our contemporary minds to imagine next month—including the Dairy Barn, Hay Barn and Swine Shed.

Helen Kull is an Advisor with the Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society.

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