Bridgewater, NJ September 2020

SEPTEMBER 2020

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Style Issue FUN FALL FASHION WITH EVEREVE

TAKE BETTER PHOTOS WITH YOUR PHONE

PROJECT P.U.B.'S BRUNCH ADVANCEMENT

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“OVER THE YEARS, I HAVE LEARNED THAT WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN A DRESS IS THE WOMAN WHO IS WEARING IT.” — YVES SAINT LAURENT Fashionistas, this month’s issue is for you. We have scoured all of our local boutiques and salons in pursuit of the greatest styles in Bridgewater, and believe us when we say our community has some impeccable taste.

This spring may have been the quarantine season of t-shirts and yoga pants, but this fall

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Karen Kwong, Kristy Shurina, Patti Verbanas, Toni Porello CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Drum Hill Studios, Photography by MuSen, LLC, Tier One Ventures LLC

the fashion has arrived! We partnered with EVEREVE in the Bridgewater Commons to bring our readers three distinct looks — Workday, Weekend and Night Out! Half the fun of sporting a chic outfit is then posting said outfit on social media. We are a world obsessed with chronicling our lives, and the majority of photos are now taken on our smartphones. Karen Kwong, of Photography by MuSen, LLC, gives our readers tips on how to take quality cell phone photos.

Are you all dolled up with nowhere to go? Grab some pals and head over to Sunday Brunch at Project P.U.B. in Somerville. Not ready to eat out in public just yet? Replicate their amazing Bloody Mary Board in this month’s Culinary Creation and keep the party at home.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2020

FEATURES 10 Pocket Photog How to Take Better Photos with Your Phone

18 Fun Fall Fashion With Crissy Pafitis, Store Manager of EVEREVE at the Bridgewater Commons

24 Distance Learning Superheroes The Education Foundation of Bridgewater-Raritan Pays Tribute to our Dedicated Teachers & Staff

30 Should I Stay or Should I Go? Top Matrimonial Lawyer, Rosanne DeTorres, Explains

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What you Should Consider Before Seeking a Divorce

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DIY

Pocket Photog ARTICLE KAREN KWONG PHOTOGRAPHY BY MUSEN, LLC

DOES ANYONE EVEN CARRY A CAMERA WITH THEM ANYMORE? Nowadays, most photos are taken on the lightweight cellphones that we already keep in our pockets. This provides an amazing convenience when documenting our everyday memories.

Being a professional photographer, a lot of my friends turn to me for advice on how to take better photos with their phones.

One common misconception is that the more advanced your phone model is and the more picture taking features your phone has, the better your photos will turn out. The quality of the lens, as well as the firmware inside the phone does contribute; however, as technologies advance, many phones are capable of taking higher resolution photos under various conditions. Truthfully, the phone doesn’t matter all that much. The fundamentals of how to take better photos remain the same regardless of what equipment you are using.

A famous quote from photographer Dario Endara summarizes it best, “The most important element of a good photo is the ability of the photograph to communicate with the viewer. It should be able to tell a story through its composition, lighting, and most importantly its subject matter.”

Therefore, when taking photos with your phone, think subject matter, lighting and composition first. The subject matter is what you want to focus on in your photo — people, food, scenery, etc. Before taking the photo ask yourself, “What story do I want to tell my audience and what mood do I want to communicate?” Composition refers to organizing the elements in your photo. The understanding of lighting will dramatically improve the quality of your photos.

Here are four easy tips that anyone can master that will instantly transform your phone photos. For more in-depth lessons visit facebook.com/groups/CameraCoffeeLoungebyMuSen

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Avoid direct, harsh and artificial light.

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Manage the background. When it comes to

Natural light is the best for phone photos. The best indoor places

portraits, you don't want the background to be distracting. Choosing

to find natural light sources are in rooms with windows or patio

a simple and plain background is always a good practice. Avoid a very

doors. If the light is too harsh, a white sheer curtain will help

bright background unless you want to make back-lit or silhouette pho-

soften it. When outdoors, the golden hour — 1.5 hours after sun-

tos. Blurring the background also helps. Many phones have built-in fea-

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tures to achieve this, but you can also use an app for this task.

photos of people. Also, make sure the light hits your subject from an angle instead of straight on.

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Edit to show your style and mood. Editing is

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Project P.U.B.’s Bloody Mary Board is a fun choice for your weekend brunch. It features a combination of savory bites and flavorful choices to complement our favorite late morning cocktail. projectpubnj.com FUN IDEAS FOR YOUR OWN BLOODY MARY BOARD: Bacon Shrimp Truffled Cauliflower Fresh Ricotta Tomato Jam Pickled Mushrooms Red and Golden Beets Grilled Crostini

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TREND SETTER THIS YEAR, AS THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC HIT, BUSINESSES ACROSS THE WORLD WERE AFFECTED AND CHANGED. The fashion industry is no stranger to evolution, economic shifts and hardships. While the world may be changing and things look a bit different, it’s essential to work through it together with a growth mindset. Who knew that masks would be the latest go-to accessory? Everyone has their own style, and sporting masks in colors, prints and other fun details helps give this new, everyday must have a little something special. At EVEREVE, in the Bridgewater Commons, values are something that will never change, and they are always ready to style and serve customers with an open heart, especially during hard times.

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A FUN F LL FA SHION WITH CRISSY PAFITIS, STORE MANAGER OF EVEREVE AT THE BRIDGEWATER COMMONS

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“MRS. RICHARDSON WAS A CHAMPION OF CONTINUED ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND DISPLAYED A HIGH LEVEL OF CARE, CONCERN, AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DURING DISTANCE-LE ARNING.” — ANNE HIGGINS THIS PAST SCHOOL YEAR WAS UNLIKE ANY WE’VE SEEN BEFORE. In June the Education Foundation of BridgewaterRaritan reached out to the community and facilitated a teacher tribute to celebrate the teachers and educational support professionals who went above and beyond to make distance learning a positive experience. Educators were nominated by parents, students and other staff members for their extraordinary work.

The Education Foundation is a non-profit organization run by trustees who live or work in the area and are dedicated to raising funds to pay for innovative projects and programs for the Bridgewater-Raritan School District. Since their inception they have funded over $600K in classroom grants and scholarships for students across the district.

Mrs. Carolyn Richardson, a first grade teacher at Van Holten Primary School, was nominated by four separate families for her seamless transition to distance learning! An educator in the district since 1998, Bridgewater is in her blood. Mrs. Richardson’s husband, Paul Richardson, is a graduate of the class of 1977, and their children Jamie (class of 2005) and John (class of 2008) are also alumni.

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Mrs. Carolyn Richardson hosting a virtual class.

cares about her students with her whole heart, regarding both their academic success, and their emotional wellbeing. She worked so hard to deliver a comprehensive distance learning curriculum, and even took the time to write positive feedback on every assignment. As a former teacher myself, I consider Mrs. Richardson an excellent educator.”

When asked how she kept her students engaged, Mrs. Richardson explains, “Engament from a distance presents a unique challenge, as our students are now separated by a screen and distracted by the comforts of their own home. One important aspect of our distance learning was making space for students to share about themselves, whether it was their pet or sibling.

Similar to our physical classroom, our students needed to connect to their digital classroom. This was new and exciting for the students, and time for connecting in their new space was vital for instruction to occur. All of our lessons always included time for social connection, so that we retained the classroom community we had built since September. “ The Education Foundation would like to thank all of the educators in our district who worked tirelessly to help our students and their families through this historically challenging school year. Congratulations to all of our educators who did amazing things in their virtual classrooms and were nominated for this recognition: Gretchen Alvarez — Eisenhower Intermediate School Allison Bausback — BRHS Megan Bianchini — Crim Primary School Kathy Bonjione — Van Holten Primary School Colleen Buzby — BRHS Pat Cahill — BRHS Barron Caromano — Eisenhower Intermediate School Antonina Caruso — Bradley Gardens Primary School James Challandes — BRHS Palma Challandes — Hamilton Primary School Samantha Cichon — BRHS Rosemary Coelho — JFK Primary School Heather Colbert — BRHS Beth Colucci — BRMS 26

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SHOULD YOU CONSIDER DIVORCE? The decision to end your marriage can be agonizing. I recommend consulting with a counselor first to see if divorce is something you really want. Ask yourself hard questions. Do you live separate lives? When you make decisions for the future, do you consider what your spouse wants? Are you disrespecting each other? Are there long periods of silence, and have you even given up on arguing? Do you feel emotionally drained and dread going home? If you answered “yes” to these and similar questions, you need to consult an attorney and start preparing.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ATTORNEY You should choose an attorney with a focused practice in family law, with a solid knowledge in the divorce laws of the state and who is familiar with the county court where your divorce will be filed. If you have anything significant at stake in your marriage — children, major assets or debts or an alimony issue — you should consider hiring a certified matrimonial law attorney. Come to the consultation with questions, including budgetary concerns and your thoughts on how you would like your divorce handled.

GET PREPARED You need to understand how divorce will affect you financially, how custody and child support will be handled, if you will receive or have to pay alimony, and what your future holds. As soon as you decide to divorce, it’s essential to gather documents, do budgets and understand your current financial situation. Your attorney will need detailed financial documentation on assets, debts and monthly expenses. You will also need to provide historical information so the attorney can understand your lifestyle and earning potential if you are not working. This will allow the attorney to give an educated opinion on what your financial future looks like. This information will also help you decide, for example, if you should return to school to increase your earning ability.

BE RESOURCEFUL IN GATHERING INFORMATION It’s more difficult — but not impossible — for spouses who do not handle the money to get the financial background the attorney needs. Most of this information is on tax returns. If you have joint accounts, you can ask the bank for paper statements. If you truly have no access to financial records but have your spouse’s social security number, you can hire a private investigator to do an asset search.

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

BRIDGEWATER

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

541 Foothill Rd.

$540,000

$540,000

100%

8

4

3.1

1784 W. Circle Dr.

$544,900

$543,000

99.7%

29

4

2.1

48 Stella Dr.

$548,000

$538,000

98.2%

26

4

3

1045 Rector Rd.

$575,000

$575,000

100%

7

4

2.1

23 Glen Eagles Dr.

$589,999

$570,000

96.6%

54

5

3.2

655 Bellerive Ct.

$595,000

$570,000

95.8%

71

4

2.1

2128 Primrose Dr.

$625,000

$626,000

100.2%

11

4

3.1

1360 Well Rd.

$639,900

$623,000

97.4%

114

6

4.1

21 Winslow Dr.

$645,000

$625,000

96.9%

100

4

2.2

10 Aaron Ct.

$685,000

$665,000

97.1%

60

4

3.1

36 McBride Way

$685,000

$685,000

100%

20

4

2.1

883 Sunset Ridge

$689,000

$665,000

96.5%

77

5

3

6 Emmons Ct.

$700,000

$700,000

100%

7

5

3.1

10 Cory Ln.

$750,000

$730,000

97.3%

11

5

3.1

440 Foothill Rd.

$799,000

$787,500

98.6%

35

6

3.1

21 Wolf Hill Ter.

$999,999

$905,000

90.5%

64

5

4.2

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the GSMLS, LLC. The GSMLS, LLC does not guarantee nor is any way responsible for its accuracy.

Data by the GSMLS, LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. This data is a sampling of sales from 06/20/2020 - 07/20/2020. DOM = Days on market.

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