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Brood X Cicadas Coming Soon to Princeton . . . . . 5 Witherspoon Street Plans Are Focus of Council Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 NJSO Presents First of Concert Film Trilogy . . . 15 Spiral and Other Wonders Of the Wasteland — A Pandemic Adventure . . 16 PHS Golf Coming Up Big in Coach Severance’s Final Season at the Helm . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Hogshire Stars as PDS Boys’ Lax Advances To State Prep B Title Game . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Thanks to new technology, the parking woes that plague different neighborhoods of Princeton could soon be eased. The Permit Parking Task Force has been working on coming up with a better system for residents, employees, and customers of local businesses in areas where spaces are at a premium. At a meeting of the Princeton Merchants Association last week, Councilman David Cohen gave an update on proposed changes to help with permit parking. Cohen and fellow Council members Leticia Fraga and Michelle Pirone Lambros are on the task force, along with local residents and business owners. The Council members plan to hold a work session on the issue at the next Council meeting on May 24. A gathering with residents of the town’s Western Section is being planned for sometime next week. The task force, which is preparing a draft proposal, has already met with residents and businesses in the Tree Streets and Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhoods. “We’re working to create a system that is fairly consistent town-wide,” said Cohen, “making the rules responsive to varying needs for parking at different hours of the day and days of the week. We also want to put a lot of emphasis on customer parking as well as employee parking. We’re planning to create three hours of shared parking on every street in the permit zones, except for Bank Street, for residents and visitors. We chose the three-hour duration to align with the fact that the meters are [already] for that duration.” The problem is particularly acute in the Tree Streets neighborhood, where there currently is all-day parking that fills up with employees of nearby Nassau Street businesses and University-affiliated users. “We want to free up some of those spots there, and also in the high school zones,” Cohen said. For employee parking, permits will be issued on a block-by-block basis to ensure that the employees are spread out instead of clustered in the blocks closest to the businesses. The idea is to give out permits to 50 percent of employees, to be used only on certain streets so as not to take away from customer parking. Cooperation by residents across Nassau Continued on Page 11
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Princeton COVID Cases Continue to Decline The Princeton Health Department reported on Monday, May 10, just two positive cases of COVID-19 in the previous seven days for a 0.28 daily average, and just five cases in the previous 14 days for a 0.35 daily average. Princeton Health Officer Jeff Grosser pointed out a decline of 45 percent in the number of positive cases from March to April this year, with a decline of 55 percent from the two-week period April 7-20 to the two-week period April 21-May 4. “Public health restrictions will continue to ease as case counts decrease,” Grosser said. “Next Wednesday, May 19, will be a big moment for businesses and restaurants as indoor capacities are lifted altogether.” Indoor masking and social distancing rules will remain, with groups required to remain six feet apart. This may prevent smaller businesses and restaurants from resuming full capacity. With more than 50 percent of New Jersey’s 6.9 million adults vaccinated, the Princeton Health Department is beginning to shift focus and resources into “pop-up” vaccine clinics, Grosser said. “These clinics are spurred by community outreach to our office, informing us of interested residents/workers/students, etc. Instead of continuing to perform clinics at one site in town, our staff take the vaccine equipment and resources to the areas in need of vaccine in order to pro-
vide convenience and break down any existing barriers to receiving the vaccine.” The health department held a walk-in vaccination clinic last Friday, May 7, at La Mexicana on Witherspoon Street. The surrounding businesses of El Chapin and Conexion Latina provided extra space, assistance, and communication. Vaccinations were provided from 5:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., as 39 individuals were vaccinated, the majority being residents of the Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood.
“We also passed out vaccine education materials and talked with those who were unsure about getting vaccinated,” said Grosser. With the approval on Monday, May 10, by the FDA to open Pfizer vaccines to the 12-15 age range, the health department is in active conversations with Princeton Nassau Pediatrics and Princeton University on the best way to deliver vaccinations to this age group in Princeton. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Continued on Page 8
HomeFront Collects More Than a Million Diapers to Help Local Babies, Parents in Need The ambitious original goal for the HomeFront Diaper Challenge was 250,000 diapers and wipes to be collected between March and Mother’s Day this year. But after an overwhelming response from the community, including diaper drives by schools, churches, and neighborhood groups, HomeFront increased the goal to 500,000 about four weeks ago. “We’re here to open the door,” said HomeFront COO Sarah Steward, standing in front of the warehouse doors at the Monday, May 10, Diaper Challenge World Record Event at the HomeFront Family Campus in Ewing. The doors opened to reveal more than one million diapers and
wipes piled high. “It’s an incredibly generous community,” Steward added, “ so thank you all for that, and thanks to the partnerships to make sure all moms have access to diapers and wipes.” Tammy Murphy, New Jersey first lady and keynote speaker for the celebration, expressed her gratitude to HomeFront “as a key partner in our mission to support New Jersey mothers and babies,” and pointed out that HomeFront has already distributed more than 630,000 diapers and wipes to families in central New Jersey since 2018. “This has served as a lifeline to moms struggling to make ends meet, and Continued on Page 12
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Coming soon to Princeton, almost certainly by the end of this month, will be a massive emergence of Brood X cicadas, one of the largest of the 17-year cicada broods — and it’s going to be noisy. There will be billions of them, about 1.5 million per acre, now ready to appear from out of the ground, climb into the trees, shed
their skins, and begin their mating song. After mating and reproducing, the cicadas will live only about six more weeks, and the larvae will return to the earth to carry out the next 17-year cycle. Princeton High School science teacher Mark Eastburn and his student research team are ready for the emergence. “We’re looking forward to it, but at the same time we want to raise some awareness about it because a lot of people are concerned,” he said in a May 10 Zoom conference, which included four PHS students from his research team. “Someone I was talking to said ‘I hate this. It’s going to be terrible.’ But this is their prom. They’ve been looking forward to this for 17 years. Give them their chance for the next six weeks.”
cicadas in each group. And each group has its own distinct song. “I want to focus my res e arch on t he d if ferent songs the cicadas make in order to identify which species is here,” she said. “I might also take my research in the direction of mapping to see what habitats they’re found in, or genetic analysis. But this is definitely going to lead to finding out what types of cicada are present in Princeton and what different songs they make.” Eastburn mentioned that the cicadas have put Princeton on the entomological map and will be bringing in researchers from Rutgers University and other parts of the state. “Princeton is famous for this emergence,” he said. “The fact that this is
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Of the Town Pointing out that these insects are harmless, Eastburn said that they provide food for birds and mammals and even humans. He referred to his group’s opportunities for research and to the role of his student, junior Matthew Livingston, as leader of the PHS Insect-Eating Club. “You know we’ll eat some. We’ll grab some for studies. I have a freezer to fill, and so does Matthew. Beyond that we’re tr ying to get people to appreciate this spectacle of nature, which won’t be around again for another 17 years. We won’t hear these sounds again for another 17 years.” Emphasizing t he env ironmental benefits of the cicadas and the potentially destructive effects of pesticides that are currently being marketed to destroy them, Eastburn added, “They’re going to die in six weeks anyway, so we don’t need to rush them to their death. And all of those nutrients will be going back into the soil and then they will be back in 17 years. I’m hoping that people will be able to enjoy it and make the most of it while they are here.” Anna Schwartz, another 11th-grader on the research team, pointed out that in addition to the two large categories of cicadas — the annual variety and the longterm, 17-year type — there are many different kinds of
to attract the female.” Livingston described the activities of his Insect-Eating Club, which is looking forward to branching out into a new cicada cuisine. “We haven’t been able to hunt or try any yet, but we do have recipes that we’re ready to try out,” he said. Livingston raises crickets to supply the club’s cricket cookies, cricket brownies, and cricket cake. “I invite t he m emb er s over, a nd we try them out,” he said. “We’ve had three tastings so far. At every tasting we try to get people to go from the light stuff like cricket cookies to something more adventurous like a whole roasted cricket. The whole purpose of this is to find what are the most desirable foods for people to eat, so we can introduce them on a larger scale as a stable food source.” Livingston is optimistic about the prospects for cicadas as a food source. “The cicadas are coming and there will be no need for livestock with all the greenhouse gases they cause, and very little water will be used for production with cicadas. They’re a great food source for the future. With the cicadas coming we’ll be able to bring that food source to the community.” None of the research team has actually eaten a cicada yet, but Huan noted that his mother had a recipe that she enjoyed when she was a girl living in China. “They would mix corn starch with water so it became really sticky,” he said, “and they put it on a long bamboo stick and used the stick to get the cicadas
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17 YEARS LATER: Billions of cicadas from the Brood X group are ready to emerge from their underground homes for the first time in 17 years. They will be buzzing or singing loudly and mating for the next month or six weeks before they die and their larvae return to the ground to begin the next cycle. Princeton is a prime location for this emergence. (Photo by Mulin Huan)
a suburban town and not in the middle of the wilderness somewhere makes it very accessible for people.” The same brood of cicadas, the great-grandparents of this year’s emerging cicadas, Eastburn pointed out, gained their own fame in 1970 when they sang for Bob Dylan in front of Nassau Hall as he received an honorary degree from Princeton University at a commencement ceremony where the cicadas were able to drown out most of the speeches. Later that year Dylan related his experience in his song “Day of the Locusts”: “Yeah, the locusts sang, it gave me a chill / Oh, the locusts sang such a sweet melody / Oh, the locusts sang their high whining trill / Yeah, the locusts sang, and they were singing for me.” This will be the first 17year cicada emergence experience for the student research team members, but Eastburn recalls his encounter with the cicadas in 2004. “I grew up in the Philadelphia area and never knew about this until one of my first years teaching in Princeton. All of a sudden they were all over the place. I didn’t believe the stories of how many there would be until I actually saw them. It was incredible, the number of cicadas around.” Te a m m e m b e r M u l i n Huan, a PHS junior, added details derived from his cicada research. “For 17 years they stay underground and suck on the juice of tree roots, feeding on that and surviving. Then they come out and reproduce. T he noise is a male mating noise. The male makes this noise
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Susan: “I am looking forward to going to my son’s graduation in Virginia this Tuesday and hoping to spend some nice time at the beach this summer.” Brianne: “I am also attending the graduation this week, and I am looking forward to seeing my friend get married in October.” —Brianne and Susan Talocka, Plainsboro
Malin: “I am excited to be with friends and family again. And of course, live music!” Quincy: “Live music! I can’t wait to have my life back to normal. I am a musician and performing is what I do for a living. I am really looking forward to playing music this summer.” —Malin and Quincy Mumford, Asbury Park
When Lenora Keel began her career in social work at Deborah Heart and Lung Center some four decades ago, she never expected she would be spending 28 of those years counseling students at Princeton High School (PHS). “I said I would never go into the school system. Little did I know, God had a path for me,” said Keel, who is retiring from her job as PHS social worker, guidance counselor, and mentor at the end of this term. “It turns out that it was meant to be. Everything I’d been training for was right here, and that includes parents as well as kids.” Next Saturday, May 22, Keel will be celebrated by the school and surrounding community with a special Zoom event, “Afternoon Tea with the Queen,” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Witherspoon-Jackson Neighborhood Association, the Witherspoon-Jackson Historical and Cultural Society, and Princeton Public Library are co-sponsoring. Keel — known to many as Mama Keel, Grandma Keel, and Auntie Keel — is known for her strong connection to students and their families. She is warm and accepting, yet firm. “I’ve only had one time a kid cursed at me,” she said with a laugh. “I have told a few of them, ‘You should be glad corporal punishment isn’t legal!’ But they know I would never do that. I think they respect me. I don’t get on any kid’s case. I try to form a relationship with them. It’s all about that, and letting them know that you care.“ Raised in Trenton and a graduate of Trenton Central High School ’76, Keel started at Deborah after graduate school. She worked at
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In addition to her counseling at PHS, Keel has chaperoned many trips with the students — more than one of whom has told her, “You’re worse than my mother,” she said. Her work has also included the Black Parents Group and Community Outreach Coordinators. There have been honors along the way, including the YMCA Centennial Award in 2016. Leaving PHS stirs up many emotions, but Keel is ready to make the leap. “I will take some time off to process this,” she said. “My husband, who has been retired for a few years, says, ‘Look on it as freedom.’ And I have already been contacted about doing private counseling for an agency in Trenton, so I’ll do that part time. And I am very active in my church. We want to do some traveling, too. I’ll just kind of take it as it comes — take it easy.” Summing up her nearly 28 years at PHS, Keel’s voice wavers. “I get emotional,” she said. “What has always been important to me is to never lose sight of the fact that the kids were the reason I was here. It has not always been easy. It has been frustrating at times, working with so many different personalities. But I have been able to form so many relationships with administrators, teachers, and most important, the students. You’ve got to let them know that you care. I was able to say certain things to them that others couldn’t, because they always knew I cared.” To register for the Zoom tribute, visit http://tinyurl. com/KeelMay22. Video tributes can be submitted prior to May 19 at http://tinyurl. com/KeelVidTribute. —Anne Levin
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(CHOP), in its May 11 newsletter, stated that “with increasing rates of COVID-19 infection in adolescents, this expanded eligibility provides an opportunity to further protect your children from the virus and help get life back to normal.” Emphasizing the safety of the COVID-19 vaccination and the importance of getting all eligible individuals vaccinated, the CHOP newsletter continued, “In Pfizer’s study of more than 2,000 adolescents ages 1215, the vaccine was welltolerated and found to have 100 percent efficacy, meaning no children who received the COVID-19 vaccine contracted the virus.” Widespread inoculations of this age group are seen as an important step on the way to successful in-person school reopenings, summer camps, sports teams, and the normalization of family life. Vaccination appointment availability continues to proliferate and become more easily accessible. Individuals seeking vaccination through the state must pre-register at covidvaccine.nj.gov. Locations of area COVID-19 vaccines can be found at vaccinatenj.herokuapp.com. CVS, RiteAid, Walgreens, ShopRite, and other Mercer County locations (covid19. nj.gov), as well as health care centers at Princeton Penn Medicine, Hackensack Meridian, and RWJ/ Barnabas are also offering the vaccine. —Donald Gilpin
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D&R Greenway has begun a series of virtual presentations with discussion – free of charge – about natural, historic, and cultural places along the Delaware River that can be discovered locally. Those who attend all four sessions will be rewarded with a guest certificate for a kayak experience in D&R Greenway’s new fleet of boats kept at Bordentown Beach. This opportunity, which began May 10, is first come, first served, with a limitation of 25 participants in each session to allow for questions and discussion. Everyone is welcome to register at drgreenway.org. Residents from communities bordering on the Delaware River are especially encouraged to attend. These communities include Bordentown, Trenton, Ewing, Titusville, Hopewell, West Amwell, and Lambertville in New Jersey and cross-river communities in Pennsylvania. Each of the remaining three sessions take place from 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom, with the link sent to registered participants only. The session on May 17 is titled “Ecology and Natural Resources.” May 24 is “Arts and Culture,” and June 3 is “Activism and Kayaking.” “The goal of this new, exciting opportunity is to create awareness about the amenities found in the Delaware River watershed, an American river that provides drinking water to 15 million people,” said Linda Mead, D &R Greenway president and CEO. A longtime river advocate and co-founder of
the annual Delaware River Sojourn, Mead says that the series “seeks to encourage stewardship of this important river, the plants, wildlife, and historic resources found in our own backyard.” In the early months of 2020, D&R Greenway Land Trust was planning to launch an on-the-water educational program to introduce people to the value and importance of the Delaware River with an on-the-water kayaking experience. As with many things, this program was significantly affected by the ongoing COV ID -19 pandemic. This past winter, D&R Greenway’s community conservation fellow, Maria Stahl, organized a four session virtual series about unique aspects of the river environs. Piloted this spring with high school students in the Futuro program of the Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund, this series is now open for the first time to the public. “We are all looking forward to venturing out onto the river in kayaks together this summer,” said Stahl, who designed this series. “This webinar series will introduce participants to aspects of the river that they might not have thought about before and prepare them for an on-the-water excursion.”
Princeton Resident Honored By St. Peter’s Healthcare System
Pr inceton resident Dr. Robert P. Fein, of Astera Cancer Care, was one of two physicians to be honored May 6 with the 2021 Physicial Appreciation Award from Saint Peter’s Healthcare System.
KAYAKING ON THE DELAWARE: A series of virtual presentations about the river is available through the D&R Greenway Land Trust and runs through June 3. (Photo by Carolyn Foote Edelman) Fein has been a practicing oncologist-hematologist at Saint Peter’s for almost 40 years. Currently chief of medical oncology and hematology at Saint Peter’s, he chose this medical specialty because of its unique opportunity to help patients and their families. His practice combines vigilance and state-of-theart cancer care with a determination to fight and win against cancer and blood disorders. It was under his leadership that Saint Peter’s oncology program expanded and received national accreditation. He was also instrumental in supporting opportunities for nursing cer tification, specifically
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Plans for Witherspoon Street Are Focus of Council Meeting
A presentation of the latest concept plan for the section of Witherspoon Street between Nassau and Green streets drew mixed reactions f rom P r i nce ton C ou nci l members and the public at a meeting of the governing body Monday night, May 10. The road, which Council voted late last year to continue one-way going north between Nassau and Spring streets, has been the subject of study as Witherspoon Street is reimagined for the coming 25 to 30 years. Municipal Engineer Deanna Stockton, who has been working with the consultants T&M Associates, said modifications are needed “for safety as well as orderliness.” That means certain changes are recommended regarding the outdoor dining zones put in place last year as a response to the pandemic. The configuration, which took away several parking spaces to make room for tables and curbside pickup, turned out to be exceedingly popular with local residents as well as tourists and many merchants and restaurant owners. Several expressed concerns about the future plans that were presented, which recommend removing the curbside pickup lanes to restore parking spots, and reducing the dining areas and general seating that is in place between the Alchemist & Barrister and Small World Coffee. Instead, there would be four dining zones. “We’re still working with police, emergency services, and public works to tweak this design,” Stockton said. “We presented a version to the business community last Friday.” The goal is to enhance economic vitality, have flexible designs, and enhanced stormwater management,
Stockton said. Displaying two possible designs, she said she preferred the one that is closer to the concept that was first presented. “It continues the linearity, green infrastructure, trees lining both sides of the street, and concentrated parking toward the Nassau Street end of the street,” she said. It also reduces parking at that end. During public comment, some residents expressed d is app oi nt m ent t hat no mention was made of limiting the area to pedestrian traffic on certain dates or times. More than 1,000 people signed a petition last year in support of turning the area into a pedestrianonly location. While Council voted not to do so, there was mention of periodically closing it to traffic. There was also discussion of the width of the roadway, particularly how much is needed for emergency vehicles. The road would be slightly widened. Resident Nat Bottigheimer, who is an urban planner, said too much space is being given over to parking in the area. Downtown Princeton is not a place for drivethrough convenience, like Route 1, he said, adding, “Our advantage is being a walkable, social town.” Sam Bunting commented that more information is needed and the public needs to be included. “I’m concerned that low income renters [living above stores on Witherspoon Street] have not been consulted,” he said. “Have they?” Lisa Serieyssol, chair of the Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Committee, said she was surprised to see bike lanes introduced in the plan’s most recent iteration. She said she wasn’t sure how the lanes would be used, but putting bike lanes
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on both sides of the street would be very confusing to an inexperienced cyclist. “This is a very dangerous plan,” she said. Speaking in favor of the plan was Andrew Siegel of Hamilton Jewelers, who said the current setup has not been ideal when it comes to traffic flow. “As a main thoroughfare, it is imperative that we keep traffic moving through Witherspoon Street,” he said. “Businesses on that street rely on people who come to town from all different places. As we continue down this path, keep in mind that flexibility on the roadway is important, and balance is important. I think what Deanna has shown is good. We’re taking away that southbound lane. And a narrower lane that’s northbound only will make it even tougher. I wanted to provide some context because the conversation has been a little lopsided.” Council made a motion to move forward the idea of removing curbside pickup and waiting zones. A resolution will be presented at the next meeting with details on meter changes, loading zones, and related issues. Mayor Mark Freda suggested a neighborhood meeting be organized for people who live on Witherspoon Street. A public Zoom meeting on Phase 2 of the project, which is concentrated on the section of Witherspoon Street from Green Street to Valley Road, will be held May 18 from 6-8 p.m. Visit princetonnj.gov for the link. —Anne Levin
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LIVE CELEBRATION: Members of The College of New Jersey’s Pep Band and Synergy Dance teams entertained the residents and patients at Greenwood House in Ewing in four performances on May 2. set of pandemic restrictions involving social isolation, facility shutdowns to outside access, and indoor and family in-person visitations. The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) Pep Band, TCNJ’s Synergy Dance Team, and event co-sponsor, American String Teachers Association (ASTA) gave four consecutive outdoor concerts to all at Greenwood House’s Abrams Residence (the organization’s assisted living facility) and at Greenwood House’s long-term care, dementia, and rehabilitation units. As the band was warming up, Richard Goldstein, executive director of Greenwood House, said, “This is an event that we’re excited to have. It’s our first concert since the beginning of last March.” Remarking on the fact that the Greenwood House campus is virus-free, he explained, “We meet all the criteria to have an outside event. I heard a doctor on CNN say ‘we’re in the 7th inning stretch.’ The number of COVID cases is coming down yet we’re still on guard. That’s why the concerts were socially distanced, and residents and performers were wearing masks.” Led by student conductor Amulya Gijatura, the 15 -member st udent pep band played five upbeat selections. With silver and gold p omp om s i n t h e ir hands, the Greenwood seniors kept time to the music and showed their appreciation. Oboist Mackenzie Miller, also a violist, performed Minuets I and II from Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 (transcribed for viola) as a representative of ASTA. The college’s full pep band currently has 22 members. Sunday’s concert represented its first live performance since last spring, per Jake Ford, who has been enlisted to expand its drum line. Six new members of Synergy danced to lively prerecorded music in a piece ent it le d “Circus.” T heir head production manager, Megan Kubinski, said this was their very first public performance, and that they are part of a 30-member ensemble led by student president Megan Finelli. T he concer t was p erformed four times to allow for social distancing — at the Abrams Residence assisted living’s newly renovated Victor Walcoff courtyard and garden, and at Greenwood House’s main facility that included all four units of the facility. The students received positive feedback from each audience. Greenwood House resident Dolores said, “I haven’t heard live music in over a year,
so today made me feel really good. That’s what we all needed.” To ensure this special occasion and celebration was documented, remembered, and shared, Greenwood Hous e worked w it h M K Hammerstein Creative who photographed and shot video of the event and invited members of the press. Television news coverage was found on CBS 3 Philadelphia, NBC 10, and Fox 29.
Community Health Center Is Under New Management
A community health center on the Penn Medicine Princeton Health campus has reopened under new management and with a new name: Zufall Health Center – Plainsboro. James Demetriades, CEO of Princeton Health, said the center has always played an important role toward fulfilling Princeton Health’s mission, serving uninsured and underinsured members of the health care system’s central New Jersey community. Zufall Health — a nonprofit federally qualified health center (FQHC) that operates eight other locations and two mobile units in New Jersey — has access to additional resources that will enable it to increase access and expand services, Demetriades said. Zufall Health will provide the same primary and specialty care that were previously available and add podiatry during the first year. Dental care will be added the following year. Princeton Health will have a representative on Zufall Health’s Board of Directors. Demetriades commended the center’s staff, many of whom will continue working under Zufall Health; the physicians who volunteer their services; the medical and surgical residents who provide patient care in the center; Ayda Tello, administrative director; and Barbara Edwards, MD, former medical director, who will continue to manage the residency program at the center. “You all did excellent work, always,” he said. “Patients were in the best of hands, and we know that will continue under Zufall Health’s leadership.” “For more than 30 years, Zufall Health has provided high-quality, comprehensive health services to the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Zufall Health CEO Eva Turbiner. “We are excited to partner with Princeton Health to extend those ser vices to residents of central New Jersey. We are confident that the collaboration will result in increased access and improved health outcomes.”
Affordable Housing Program Offers Free Financial Coaching
The Princeton Affordable Housing program has initiated a pilot program offering one-on-one, confidential financial coaching to both current residents and applicants on the waitlist for one of the 93 rental units administered through Princeton Community Housing. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, “People who received financial counseling ser v ices, despite hav ing very low incomes and disproportionately high housing costs, reduced their debt, increased sav ings, established credit records and scores, improved their scores, developed a relationship with banks for people who were unbanked, and moved to more affordable and secure accounts. Also, having financial ser vices helped partner organizations reach their program outcomes, such as helping people find and maintain housing.” Kate Warren, chair of the Princeton Affordable Housing Board, said, “The impact of the pandemic crisis has financially stressed many of our neighbors in affordable housing, as well as those who have been on a waitlist for a unit. Our purpose in offering this valuable assistance is to bring these households into a more stable and financially stronger condition. Based on the level of demand and what we hope will be positive outcomes of the program, we will be making a recommendation to the mayor and Council to consider expanding the program.” Funding for this pilot program is being made through the existing Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Services will be provided through ISLES Financial Services, a unit of the Trenton-based nonprofit community development organization, ISLES, Inc., with a mission of fostering selfreliant families. Personalized, confidential coaching will be provided by certified coaches, either remotely or in person, and will be available in English, Spanish, and Cantonese. The program launched on May 10 and is being offered to the first 20 households who register with Isles, either online at IFS @ISLES. org, or by calling ( 609 ) 341-4783. Registration will be open through June 30, or until all slots are filled.
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Street on Murray Place, Patton Avenue, and Aiken Avenue has increased the number of potential spots. Businesses would be charged $10 a month for permits that could be shared by employees. “If you have multiple shifts, you can actually associate more than one license plate number with the permit,” said Cohen. T he Ha m i lton -Wigg i ns corridor, where there are currently 12 2-hour parking spots and about 49 all-day spots, has been an area of particular concern. Should the town install bike lanes there, the spots would need to be relocated. The technolog y that makes the changes pos sible is license plate reading, mounted on enforcement vehicles, Cohen said. “They can check quickly for permitting, which is on the license plates. And even for the customer parking, the technology makes it easy
to see whether people are gaming the system and moving their cars. It allows us to know if anybody has reparked in the same zone, which won’t be allowed.” The task force is looking for input on the proposal, Cohen told the PMA. Dorothea von Moltke of Labyrinth Books said that for her employees, who park on Wiggins Street and in the Princeton High School neighborhood, sharing spaces will not work because some shifts overlap. But she would likely pay the $10 monthly fee. “Honestly, that’s really reasonable,” she said. Lambros said the town would probably need to add one more enforcement officer to the staff. “The amount of money would be significant, but we’re hoping it would be offset with the $10 monthly fee paid by the businesses,” she said. Speaking a few days after the presentation, Cohen said the new technology is a “win-win, where there is
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School Matters New Names Recommended for Middle School Walnut Lane Middle School, Princeton Community Middle School, Princeton Public Middle School, Princeton Middle School, and (its current name) Princeton Unified Middle School (PUMS) are among the names recommended, as the Princeton Public Schools (PPS) administration has proposed to the Board of Education (BOE) that the middle school’s new name be “non-person specific.” The recommendation delivered at last week’s BOE meeting followed several months of research, discussion, and polls of students and members of the community. The educational renaming project will continue, according to the recommendation, and the middle school has been charged with highlighting historical figures and local Princetonians as candidates for the naming of hallways and/or building wings. In addition, the middle school is called upon to create a permanent historical exhibit in the Learning Commons, with assistance from local historian Shirley Satterfield and the Historical Society of Princeton, to highlight the contributions of Betsey Stockton and other early history of the Witherspoon School and also to place a marker on school grounds noting the former name of the John Witherspoon School and the work done in reexamining the Witherspoon legacy. Jason Burr, PUMS principal and leading organizer of the renaming project, will present the recommendations at the May 25 BOE meeting, with discussion and public comments following. A vote on the new middle school name is scheduled for the BOE meeting on June 15.
Hun History Teacher Wins James Madison Fellowship Hun School history teacher Cameron Helvey has been selected as this year’s educator from New Jersey to be awarded a scholarship for a master’s degree in American history and attend a four-week Georgetown University summer program on the United States Constitution. The James Madison Memorial Fellowship, established in 1986 by the United States Congress, allows one secondary school history teacher from each state each year a chance to thoroughly study the Constitution. Helvey, who is currently finishing up his master’s degree at Teachers College, Columbia University, teaches U.S. History Honors, American Government, Constitutional Law and American Society, and Academy Civics at Hun. “I think it will be really quite fascinating to pick the brains of 49 other educators who are doing exactly what I’m doing but under different circumstances around the country,” said Helvey, who has a different approach to teaching the Constitution in each of his classes. “I’m eager to share what I’m doing as well as learn from others some tips and lessons that I can bring back to my classroom that I may have been missing before.”
PHS Senior Wins Petronio Environmental Award Princeton High School (PHS) senior Aurora Yuan has won the Elly and Giorgio Petronio Environmental Award presented by the Stony Brook Garden Club for her commitment to and advocacy in speaking out against climate change and its effect on marginalized communities. Yuan has held leadership positions in the PHS Climate Action Club, NJ Youth for Climate Action, the NJ Student Sustainability Coalition, and the US Youth Climate Strike, and she is an organizer for Fridays For Future USA (led by Greta Thunberg). She has also organized teach-ins and climate rallies, and she has developed social media content, podcasts, and webinars. She has also been involved with Turning Green, a nationwide nonprofit in which she has served as an ambassador, a mentor, and a summer intern. The Award, established in 2006, includes a $1,000 scholarship and is available each year to a junior or senior attending a high school in the greater Princeton area who demonstrates a passion for and a commitment to our environment.
Speakers Announced For D&R Gala Event
D&R Greenway Land Trust has revealed the speakers that will share stories at their virtual Greenway Gala, available to registered guests on May 16 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The celebration focuses on the 13,000 years of history and the permanent protection of the newly preserved Point Breeze property in B ordentow n. It s hu m a n history began with Native Lenape people, who lived along the Delaware River. Archeological finds on the Point Breeze property have proven the presence of indigenous peoples on the Bordentow n Bluffs, high above the conf luence of Crosswicks Creek and the adjacent freshwater Abbott Marshlands. An array of guest speakers will honor the land trust’s 2021 Donald B. Jones Conservation awardee, Bordentown City Mayor James E. Lynch Jr., who is being recognized for his leadership in preserving this land and saving it from development into warehouses. Representing the earliest peoples on this land that became Point Breeze will be Turtle Clan Chief Vincent Mann of the Ramapough Lunaape Nation, N.J. A recognized leader in water protection, Mann was recognized as an “Unsung Hero,” the Russ Berry Foundation’s highest award. The lineup of speakers includes the Ambassador of France in the United States, Phillipe Etienne; Richard Veit, Ph.D., professor of anthropology and interim dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Monmouth University; Reverend Martin Padavani, M.S., 60year resident of Divine Word Missionaries at the Point Breeze estate; and Martha Sullivan Sapp, director of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Green Acres Program. The NJ Green Acres Program was a partner in the preservation of Point Breeze and will be recognized for its 60 th anniversary as the f i r s t s t ate -f u n d e d op e n space program in the United States. Hosting the event will be Peter Dawson, D&R Greenway chair of the board of trustees, and Linda Mead, president and CEO of D&R Greenway. Point Breeze rose to international fame in the early 1800s, when Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte, exiled King of Spain and of Naples, purchased the property for his estate, creating gardens and a lake to which he welcomed the tow nspeople. Older brother of Napoleon, Joseph was as renowned for his warm relationships with Bordentown neighbors, a s fo r e n te r t a i n i n g a n inter national roster of intellectual and political stars in his legendary New Jersey mansion. Tickets are $35 and $75. Visit drgreenway.org or call (609) 578-7470.
Rider and Saxbys Partner On Experiential Learning Cafe
Rider University and Saxbys have formed a partnership to introduce an exclusively student-run cafe to campus in the fall. The student-centric cafe will be located in Sweigart Hall, home to Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business, and
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FAMED PROPERTY: The Historic Gardener’s House at the Point Breeze estate is the focus of the annual gala of the D&R Greenway Land Trust. run via The Saxbys Experiential Learning Platform. Each semester, Saxbys, a Certified B Corporation and coffee company headquartered in Philadelphia, will employ an undergraduate student as a Student Cafe Executive Officer (Student CEO). The Student CEO will run and manage all aspects of the cafe including team development and community outreach initiatives, as well as managing the cafe’s profit and loss statement. In addition to earning a competitive wage and bonuses, the Student CEO will also receive a full semester of college credit throughout their tenure. This one-of-akind opportunity allows for students to develop business and leadership skills outside of the classroom. “This partnership is tailormade to provide the kind of engaged learning experiences we prioritize for our students,” said Rider President Gregory G. Dell’Omo. The new cafe is part of a network of Saxbys’ pioneering Experiential Learning Platform holding residence in institutions like Penn State, Temple and Bowie State universities. The platform is designed to empower the next generation of changemakers to experience the future of business through a living, breathing B Corp and entrepreneurial lab on campus. The move was facilitated by New Jersey-based Gourmet Dining, Rider’s on-campus dining service provider, and is part of the multiple engaged learning programs that Gourmet continues to initiate on campus.
Some Things to Change For June Primary Election
According to the Mercer County Clerk’s Office, some voters expressed a desire to be able to vote in a voting machine last
year when the coronavirus and the state of New Jersey required an exclusively vote-by-mail election. This year, voting will return to normal. For the upcoming Primary Election on June 8, New Jersey will be returning to a traditional election where voters can choose to vote at the polls or by mail. This means that voters will not receive a vote-by-mail ballot in the mail unless they apply for one, or if they have requested to always receive a vote by mail ballot “for all future elections.” Voters who remain concerned about contracting COVID-19, or who cannot otherwise get to the polls, are encouraged to apply to vote by mail for the June 8 Primary Election. In New Jersey, any registered voter can vote by mail for any reason. Voters do not have to be sick, working, or out of town to request a ballot, so this remains a viable option for those who prefer to vote from home. On the ballot this June are races for offices ranging from local municipal Council to the governor of New Jersey and the entire state legislature. The voter registration deadline for this election is May 18. A registered voter may apply for a ballot by completing and mailing a VoteBy-Mail application by June 1. The deadline for walk-ins is June 7 at 3 p.m. There will also be extended hours to walk in and vote by mail in person. Those hours are Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also new this year, the Mercer County Clerk’s Office is offering vote by mail instructions in many languages, including English, Spanish, Hindi, Gujarati, Chinese, Polish, Urdu, and Haitian Creole. Call (609) 9896494 or email with your address to MercerVotes@MercerCounty. org, and they will be sent to you. To request a Vote-by-Mail application, voters can call (609) 989-6494 or use the email above. Vote-by-Mail applications also are available at mercercounty. org/countyclerk in both English and Spanish.
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especially for those hit hard by the pandemic,” she said. “It has been a critically important resource. The financial relief that a reliable source of diapers provides can make a world of difference. It really is an extraordinary achievement that HomeFront collected more than 300,000 in the last week. This has been beyond wonderful.” Murphy discussed HomeFront’s partnership with Nurture NJ, a statewide awareness campaign that she launched in 2019, which is committed to reducing infant and maternal mortality and ensuring equity in care and outcomes for all mothers
and infants in New Jersey. “And if you don’t already know that New Jersey has a maternal health crisis,” she said, “I’m going to share with you some really disturbing statistics. In New Jersey, a Black mother is seven times more likely than a white mother to die from maternity-related complications. A Black baby is three times more likely than a white baby to die before his first birthday. You can’t hear that and not be appalled.” She went on to point out that Nurture NJ’s strategic plan for maternal and infant health, released last January, includes “70 specific, actionable steps to achieve our vision.” Emphasizing the state’s partnership with HomeFront in making “New
Jersey the safest and most equitable place in the nation to deliver and raise a baby,” Murphy added, “We have a lot of work ahead, but knowing that we already have partners like HomeFront ready to work with us, as they’ve already done with the My Baby and Me program, makes it all the more certain that we will not only resolve this crisis but make New Jersey the gold standard and national leader in maternal health.” Also speaking at the halfhour celebration were HomeFront client Miracle Charles, who told of how important HomeFront and its diaper program had been to her in raising her baby, and HomeFront founder and CEO Connie Mercer, who emphasized
ONE MILLION DIAPERS: From left, HomeFront Founder and CEO Connie Mercer, New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy, HomeFront client Miracle Charles, and HomeFront COO Sarah Steward stand in front of the HomeFront Diaper Resource Center in Ewing at the May 10 celebration of the successful Diaper Challenge, for which community members collected more than a million diapers between March and Mother’s Day to help local babies and parents in need. (Photo courtesy of HomeFront)
the lasting effects of trauma and homelessness on infants and toddlers. Mercer pointed out that one in three families in the country can’t afford enough diapers to keep their babies dry and healthy. Mercer explained that the Diaper Resource Center provides access to diapers to help avoid unmet needs that can lead to consequences for babies and parents. “We have seen the most horrific cases of diaper rash because parents change on a set schedule as opposed to when there’s need because they just don’t have enough. The kind of shame that women feel, that a parent feels, when they can’t keep a baby clean is overwhelming.” Day care programs require diapers, Mercer added, and most say the parents have to provide them. “This is about helping parents work,” she said. “If children need access to disposable diapers to attend a day care program, without those diapers, parents can’t go to work. Child care is a critical link to help families get to work, and diapers are a key part of that.” During the pandemic, in addition to the distribution of diapers, HomeFront has delivered more than $740,000 in rental assistance, provided dignified housing for 536 individuals (most of them children), distributed more than half a million meals, and continued their jobs, education, and children’s programs. —Donald Gilpin
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Nakashima Foundation for Peace worked tirelessly to promote the arts, education, women’s Honors Scott and Hella McVay The Nakashima Foundation for Peace will hold its second Peace Award Ceremony virtually on Zoom on Sunday, May 23 at 4 p.m. The honorees this year are S cot t and Hella McVay, among the first of George Nakashima’s devoted friends to learn of his Dream of Peace Altars for the World, and Nakashima’s kindred spirits in the realms of integrating art, poetry, and science. T he event w ill feature a virtual tour of the Nakashima property in bloom guided by Mira Nakashima, created by videographer Zak Winokur, with Gordon Kortange on Carnatic bamboo flute providing a musical background. In addition to experiencing the music and scenery, there will be a meditation by Miriam Belov, a tribute by Julian Lines, a remembrance of Kevin Nakashima, and a testimony to the work of George Nakashima by Scott and Hella McVay. The McVays are longtime supporters of Nakashima’s vision and the work of the Peace Foundation. Scott McVay is a poet, naturalist, and philanthropist who
issues, environmental stewardship, and animal welfare. In this pursuit, he has directed or served on the boards of numerous institutions — the Geraldine R. Dodge, W. Alton Jones and Robert Sterling Clark foundations, the World Wildlife Fund, the Chautauqua Institution, the Earth Policy Institute, and Grounds For Sculpture. He was the creator of the Dodge Poetry Festival, and he and Hella created the Poetry Trail at the D&R Greenway in Princeton. The mission of the Nakashima Fou ndat ion for Peace is to build Sacred Peace Tables for each continent, and to preserve both the legacy of George Nakashima, an innovator of 20 th century furniture design, and the National Historic Landmark designated Nakashima Property in New Hope, Pennsylvania, for future generations. The suggested donation for this special event, $25 per person, is tax deductible, and will benefit the work of t he Na kash ima Foundation for Peace. For more infor mat ion or to register, visit nakashima foundation.org.
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Mailbox Marchand Family Expresses Heartfelt Thanks To Those Who Have Comforted, Helped Them
To the Editor: Phyllis Marchand — our mother/wife — thrived on interacting with the people of Princeton in her roles as an elected official, as a community volunteer, and as a friend. Watching her interactions for the past five decades has taught us that you can never say “thank you” enough. The “thank yous” we have said in person and in letters seem to have barely scratched the surface of our gratitude. Today we want to publicly reiterate our thanks to the many friends, colleagues, acquaintances, and strangers who have comforted us with notes, donations, and expressions of love, concern, and invaluable remembrances/anecdotes about her. We wish we could mention all of you by name, but you know who you are. We especially want to express our appreciation to the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad and the Princeton Police Department whose responsiveness, professionalism, and sensitivity to Phyllis was exceptional. We were also touched by the team of Phyllis’ close friends who organized with care and efficiency the warm tribute to Phyllis — a street corner salute and expression of thanks — as her funeral procession turned onto Wiggins Street in its approach to the Princeton Cemetery. Our family is planning to celebrate Phyllis’s life at a future time. It will also be a celebration of the members of the Princeton community who inspired her from the very first day we became part of this exceptional town. SY, MICHAEL, DEBORAH, AND SARAH MARCHAND Montadale Drive
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Supporting Eve Niedergang for Re-Election to Princeton Council
To the Editor: Yes, it is that time of year again — the June 8 Democratic primary is quickly approaching. As co-chair (Kathy) and communications director (Nick) of Eve Niedergang’s campaign, we urge you to vote to re-elect Eve to Princeton Council. Eve is finishing up her first term on Council this year, during which she has worked tirelessly to fairly represent our community. We think she deserves another term. Why are we such fans of Eve? Council membership takes a lot of work, and the past year has been a challenging year for our town. Princeton Council is lucky to have Eve as a strong, unbiased, hardworking member who is devoted to serving to all our citizens. Her door is always open. On any particular issue, Eve actively solicits input from interested groups, listens to those voices, and makes a fair, transparent, and conscientious decision. She is knowledgeable yet knows when to seek out expert advice. Eve steps up to help chart us through difficult matters. Currently she is leading the Cannabis Task Force on Council, and she is also Council liaison to the Sustainable Landscaping initiative in Princeton. She also recently led the successful search for a new town administrator. We also know Eve personally as a no-nonsense, unassuming person of humor and character. Please join us in supporting Eve Niedergang for Princeton Council in the Democratic Primary on June 8. KATHY TAYLOR Jefferson Road NICK DIDOMIZIO Nassau Street
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his month and next, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra is presenting an on line concer t f ilm t r ilog y featuring recorded instrumental performances accompanied by visual meditations and dance sequences. Directed by New Jersey n a t i v e f i l m m a k e r Yu r i A l v e s a n d produced by D ream Play F ilms, t he three-episode Emerge features NJSO con d u c tor X ia n Z ha ng le ad i ng t h e Orchestra in performances recorded live in the Orchestra’s home base New Jersey Performing Arts Center in February and March, 2021. Most significant about the first episode of this series, launched Wednesday, April 28, was the return of brass and winds to the previously socially-distanced ensemble. The first concert in the Emerge series pr e s e n te d t h r e e or c h e s t r a l wor k s, including an East Coast premiere, as well as a world-renowned pianist. Johann S ebas t ia n B ach ’s 18 t h - cent u r y key board Concer to in F Minor was one of seven complete concer tos the composer w rote for har psichord, a nd l i ke ma ny of B ach ’s keyb oard concer tos, was a reworking of pre existing music from compositions for other instruments. Featured in the NJSO p er for mance was A mer ic an pian is t Simone Dinnerstein playing the threemovement work on piano. Visually accompanied by street scenes of Newark, Dinnerstein brought out well the delicate ornamentation of Bach’s music. Conductor Zhang kept the chamber-sized string ensemble subtle, and both Orchestra and soloist executed graceful repetitions of phrases. The plucked accompaniment of the second movement “Largo” showed the music’s connection to the lute reper tor y, as Dinnerstein led the melodic material e x p r e s s i v e l y. T h e t h i r d m ov e m e n t “Presto” clearly showed the work’s roots in Bach’s violin music, as Dinnerstein demonstrated a particularly light left hand racing lithely through quick-moving sequences and melodic passages. American composer Nokuthula Ngwenyama has gained international
acclaim as both a violist and composer since the age of 16. Often rooted in contemporary social issues, her music is being performed nationwide by both individual ar tists and ensemble, and she has combined her performing and compositional careers with work as educator and advocate for the arts. Ngwenyama’s orchestral piece Primal Message was originally commissioned as a viola quintet, then re-orchestrated for full orchestra and premiered by t he D et roit Sy mphony, w it h Z hang conducting. Described as a meditation on communication in the space age, Primal Message received its East Coast premiere in the orchestral version in NJSO’s April 28 Emerge concert. With Zhang conducting an ensemble of strings and light percussion, Primal Message opened with a spacious melody played by the cellos against light piano accompaniment. Cellist Na-Young Baek played elegant solo passages throughout the work, with Stacy Shames adding a sparkling harp touch. Ngwenyama’s lush and accessible music was visually accompanied by dance sequences and city street scenes, as the Orchestra brought the work to a spirited close. or the first time this season, winds and brass players joined the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra in a per for mance of Rober t S chumann’s 1853 Symphony No. 4 in D minor. As Zhang conducted from memor y, the musicians played the principal theme of the first movement quickly, with especially clean brass. Accompanying visual scenes brought out the “Lebhaft” (“lively”) character of the music. The Orchestra kept rhythms crisp, with graceful solos from oboist Alexandra Knoll and concertmaster violinist Eric Wyrick adding elegance. Throughout the work, the Orchestra consistently emphasized both decisive chords and delicate endings of phrases, and closed the Symphony with full orchestral strength and an exultant message of a return closer to a musical normal — a message no doubt well received by the listening audience. —Nancy Plum
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“Spiral” and Other Wonders of the Wasteland — A Pandemic Adventure Keep your eyes glued to that set until the station signs off. I can assure you that what you will observe is a vast wasteland. —Newton Minow ixty years ago on Sunday, May 9, 1961, newly appointed F.C.C. Chairman Newton Minow labeled television “a vast wasteland” in an address to the National Association of Broadcasters. After suggesting that “when television is good, nothing — not the theater, not the magazines or newspapers — nothing is better,” he asserted that “when television is bad, nothing is worse.” His litany of negatives included “game shows, formula comedies about totally unbelievable families, blood and thunder, mayhem, violence, sadism, murder, western bad men, western good men, private eyes, gangsters, more violence, and cartoons. And endlessly, commercials — many screaming, cajoling, and offending. And most of all, boredom.” If you’re wondering what Minow would make of today’s non-stop, everything-you-desire-is-endlessly-available wonder/wasteland, he’s here to tell us, at age 95, and according to news.wttw.com in Chicago, he thinks that the expanding of viewing choices has “contributed to the deep divisions in our country.” As a result, no surprise, the most important issue today is “deciding what is a fact.” Speaking of Facts A few weeks ago I referred to Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould’s Better Call Saul as “a great American film,” as if my opinion had some basis in fact. Writing at Oscar time, when American films are the center of the universe, I was speaking in extremes to make a point. Yes, it’s an outstanding series, it’s American, and it’s a film, but it’s also a five-season 50-episode saga with a sixth and final season yet to come. Sometimes I have to temper my enthusiasm to avoid sounding like a glorified blurb writer or a publicist with delusions of grandeur, not unlike Saul Goodman himself. Another factor that would have sounded fantastically futuristic when Minow made his wasteland speech is the freedom to binge that allows me (and my wife) to speed through an entire five-season series in under two weeks. By so doing, we’re violating the real-life viewing experience of audiences that may have had to wait a year or longer for a new season. Meanwhile, it’s hard to keep a spillover of excitement from driving a written response, especially if you’re still feeling the wind of the binge at your back. Harlots and Fossils A July 2019 review from The Guardian’s Rebecca Nicholson finds the Hulu series Harlots “obscenely enjoyable” and wonders why “after two outrageously camp and emotionally powerful seasons, it isn’t a TV phenomenon yet.” Although she claims that the show’s “sympathies are more subtle than its brash gaudiness lets on,” I couldn’t get beyond the first episode, calling “Enough” after one too many shots of male buttocks pounding away,
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in this instance the twin moons belonging to Madame Lydia Quigley’s creepy son. What had convinced me to give Harlots a try in the first place was the presence of two actresses I admire, Lesley Manville as the despicable Quigley, and Samantha Morton as her rival Madame Margaret Wells. Whether or not the series lived up to the promise of “more subtle” sympathies, I didn’t want to watch either actress navigating so smug, shallow, self-consciously “outrageous” a production. So, what did we turn to after Harlots? My wife said that a new film, Ammonite, could be streamed on Hulu. “It’s about a woman, a fossil hunter in 1840s England,” she said, with a straight face. I thought she was putting me on. We’re going from bawdy mid-17th-century London to a documentary about a female paleontologist in Lyme Regis? “Kate Winslet’s in it.” That sounded better. “With Saoirse Ronan. It’s a love story.” In fact, Francis Lee’s Ammonite has qualities of character, love, passion, and sexuality that stand out all the more starkly in contrast to the shallow, in-your-face antics obscenely abounding in Harlots (judging, again, from the episode we saw). Winslet gives one of her best performances as the thorny, darkly driven Mary, and Ronan is delicately appealing as the ailing Charlotte Murchison, whose husband has left her in Mary’s care. Both characters are deeply felt, sympathetic, and believable, and never more than when making love with a graphic intensity that shames the charades of sex in Harlots. Weimar Berlin However convoluted, fascinating, and colorful the plots of the series we’ve seen during the year of living locked down, what matters most is character. Season 3 of Netflix’s Babylon Berlin was the subject of the first column I wrote in quarantine, and a wild ride it was, as the season finale clawed, shrieked, howled, knifed, bled, drugged, and crossdressed itself to a close. As with the first two seasons, what kept us watching, our bond and our ballast, was character. At the center of the stunning cinematography, epic musical sequences in arena-sized cabarets, and spectacular cliffhangers, was a charismatic couple: the damaged, unrelenting police inspector Gereon Rath (Volker Bruch) and the spunky, savvy, ever undaunted Charlotte Ritter (Liv Lisa Fries). If you haven’t yet seen
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Babylon Berlin and need further encouragement, read New York Magazine’s Kathryn VanArendonk on “The Best Show You’re Not Watching.” Occupied France The series I would recommend above all others and the closest to the television equivalent of literature is A French Village, which we saw on Hulu and MHz Choice (it’s also available on Prime Video). Even with the falling off in the last two abbreviated post-liberation seasons (too many issues to resolve in too little time), this cinematic work of art offered much-needed refuge midway through the long strange trip of the Trump presidency. It’s the sense of flesh-and-blood humanity under the gun of the German occupation that makes A French Village so powerful a viewing experience. In the fictional town of Villeneuve, characters gaze into one another’s eyes on the point of death, whether it’s two brothers who never got along, or a couple who are falling in love even as one has been ordered to kill the other, or a communist and a capitalist collaborator about to die in front of a firing squad exchanging a look and sharing an endgame laugh together because both have refused the last rites and sent the priest packing. Gritty Paris One of the year’s highlights was the return of Studiocanal’s Spiral (Engrenages), another compelling French series we found after following two actors from A French Village to 21st-century Paris, where Audrey Fleurot plays Josephine, a noholds-barred lawyer and Thierry Godard is Gilou, a Jean-Gabinesque undercover cop antihero in the squad led by Captaine Laure Bertaud (both shown here in a poster for Spiral 8). As played by Caroline Proust, Bertaud is a petite, fiery, indefatigable life force who forges a special working relationship with Philipe Duclos as the wily Judge Roban, with his underhanded grin and boyish shock of white hair. Almost too grim to watch at first (we gave up and came back a few weeks later), Spiral picked us up and carried us right through to the end of the sixth season. After the long wait, seasons 7 and 8 were a triumph. Writing in the New York Times, Mike Hale credits Spiral for “a satisfying valedictory season, less hair-raising and dire than earlier editions but in some ways more moving. There are nods to the great tradition of the French caper film as the star-crossed
Gilou gets drawn into a plot that clouds his future, and shades of noir as Laure ends up, literally, on a dark and lonely road.” Character Character There’s no way to do justice to Éric Rochant’s The Bureau or Les Bureau des Légendes (imagine a French MI-5) in the space remaining, except to say that it’s another series you hesitate to commit to until you realize that it’s fueled by the all-important synthesis of character and action. It takes some time to connect with Guillame Debailly (Mathieu Kassovitz), with his AlainDelon-level good looks, in part because he has so many code-names and identities. Nor does his embattled relationship with Nadia el Mansour (Znib Triki) become emotionally compelling until Season 5. Your entrance to the series is guided by following the youthful Marina Loiseu (a wonderfully appealing Sara Giraudeu) through the demanding and often brutal indoctrination process. Given The Bureau’s focus on the Middle East, I have to mention the brilliant Israeli series Fauda, which rides on the shoulders of one of the most compelling characters in cable television, Doron Kavillo (not played so much as lived by co-creator Lior Raz). Though not on the same level as Fauda, the Israeli miniseries The Spy is definitely worth seeing, if only to admire the skill with which the mercurial Sacha Baron Cohen plays the real-life legend Eli Cohen. In the context of character as an absolute, fans of The Americans may be moved, as we were, to see Noah Emmerich (unforgettable as the FBI agent-next-door Stan Beeman) as Cohen’s soft-spoken handler. Easily the most amazing adventure we’ve had in the past month was Omri Givon’s series (on Netflix) When Heroes Fly, which I think of as a self-contained film in the sense of what more can it possibly accomplish? It’s got everything, a fascinating woman who may or may not be dead; a band of IDF (Israel Defense Force) brothers damaged by a single incident in the 2006 Lebanon war; a Colombian jungle cult right out of a Timothy Leary acid fantasy; plus the inevitable cartel heavies; and, of course, solid, believable characters played to the hilt. ased on this scattered sample, series television 2021 is more pandemic wonderland than wasteland. And we’re looking forward to new seasons of Money Heist, one of the joys of the lockdown year, not to mention Stranger Things, Babylon Berlin, Ozark, Lupin, and Sherlock. —Stuart Mitchner
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DREAMY: A watch party for Princeton Youth Ballet’s production of “The Sleeping Beauty,” by Risa Kaplowitz, will be held Sunday, May 16 at 7 p.m. The virtual event, featuring playback of a 2019 performance, will include an opportunity to donate, and prizes including a decorative SHARING THEIR JOURNEY: Princeton Boychoir (PBC) presents its spring concert, “Journey On,” pointe shoe by artist Anne Connors and a voucher for four tickets to a future performance. Visit on Saturday, June 5 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 6 at 4 p.m. The virtual events will feature all princetonyouthballet.org to get the link. three PBC choirs singing music they learned during online rehearsal this spring. The boys range from having a live audience at from grades three-12 and are selected by audition. The concert is streamed on Westrick Music fellow in music composition In-Person Seating Available Academy’s YouTube channel. A donation of $10 is suggested, but any amount is appreciated. at Princeton University. For Princeton Festival Events a performance.” On June 8 and 10, two conThe remainder of the conPrinceton Festival has anThe 2021 winners repre- as we deal with not only a cert’s program is devoted to Summer Camp Returns certs of Baroque music on the nounced that with the easing sent passion and resilience health crisis, but a continued two master orchestrators, To McCarter Theatre of COVID-19 restrictions, four theme of “Sacred and Profane,” Outdoor summer camp through the many challenges social justice crisis. Our stu- Elgar and Tchaikovsky. El- June concerts will offer live at- performed by a chamber enis back at McCarter The- that the past two years have dents have reminded us time gar’s Sospiri (Sighs) was tendance. Seating is limited semble drawn from the periodatre Center for children in posed. Gianna Albanese, and time again that through composed in 1914 on the and is likely to sell out quickly, instrument Princeton Festival grades two through eight. a student at Cedar Grove the arts we can heal, trans- eve of World War I, and festival officials caution. Baroque Orchestra. On June 13 T he camp of fers a safe High School and a winner form and envision a new, just reflects the mood of the and 20, “Opera by Twilight” is Each reservation will admit learning space and the op- of the Improvisational Pairs world. We are so elated to times with its melancholy two people to a socially dis- the theme, with works from the portunity to develop artistic award from the Speech and once again virtually honor i n t e n s i t y. Tc h a i ko v s k y tanced outdoor space at the 18th to 20th centuries performed techniques, social skills, and Theatre Association of New these students and leaders drew inspiration for his Morven Museum and Garden. to piano accompaniment. All Jersey said, “The last show for their vision, passion, and Serenade from Mozart, but imaginative thinking. Audience members will bring concerts begin at 7 p.m. and our school did was com- resilience.” the work ends with Russian their own blankets and chairs. are held rain or shine. Camp will take place outpletely virtual, and I can For a full list of nominees exuberance. doors on McCarter’s lawns For information about “We are thrilled to be able remember literally being and details about the upcomunder large tents. Indoor purchasing tickets, visit Single device tickets for to bring audiences and arton the opposite end of my ing virtual event visit njgaae. bathrooms will be available PSO virtual concerts are ists face-to-face again,” said princetonfestival.org. room, singing and dancing org. as needed. available for $15 and in- Gregory Geehern, the acting without a care in the world. cludes on-demand access For those entering grades Even though we weren’t toA Mix of Composers on pos t- broadc as t for one artistic director. “Virtual contwo and three in September, gether, we were still able to certs are wonderful, and we week. Call (609) 497-0020 will be offering eight of them the camp will provide daily create something beautiful, PSO Virtual Program On Sunday, May 23 at 4 or visit princetonsymphoadvent ures. E ach t hree - and to be honest with you, this season, but there’s noth908.359.8388 week session is unique, so that’s all that really matters. p.m., the Princeton Sym- ny.org. ing like the electricity you get phony Orchestra (PSO) will Route 206 • Belle Mead they are appropriate for new Especially now during a panand returning campers. Chil- demic. That only proves the broadcast a virtual concert dren going into grades four importance of arts educa- pro g r a m m e d w it h Je s and five will explore drama, tion …. Just being able to sie Montgomery’s Strum comedy, improvisation, and sing with people or play an leading into the works of character and scene build- instrument, it’s absolutely Edward Elgar’s Sospiri, ing, all under the direction amazing that even though we Op. 70, and Tchaikovsky’s of professional teaching art- are so, so far apart, through Serenade for Strings in The Official School of C Maj or, O p. 48. T he American Repertory Ballet ists. the amazing things that our concert will be conducted Older children, who will state does for arts education, by Edward T. Cone Music Ethan Stiefel, enter grades six, seven, and we are still able to have some Director Rossen Milanov. Artistic Director Designate eight in September, will take kind of normalcy.” “It is exciting to perform part in the “Theater MashThe virtual awards will Jessie Montgomery’s work Up.” be hosted by Louis Mofsie, with its fresh perspective. Sessions are June 28-July director of the Thunderbird I’m look ing for ward to 16 and July 19-August 6 American Indian Dancers. It following her artistic ca(Monday-Friday). COVID-19 will feature special alumni reer,” said Milanov. “The safety procedures will be guest speakers, a visual arts necessary focus this year followed including mask- exhibit, and performances on works with smaller orwearing, social distancing, from past and present winchestrations has allowed us daily health screenings, tem- ners that demonstrate how the opportunity to appreciperature checks, hand sani- artists in all disciplines have ate the delicacy and pure tation, and group cohorts. persevered throughout the beauty of music written for Due to safety precautions, pandemic. string ensemble.” this year’s camp will not cul“Forty-one years ago, we Str um prem iere d i n minate with performances set out on a mission to pub2012 at the 15 th Annual for invited guests. licly recognize a select group Sphin x Compet it ion. It Visit mccarter.org for de- of students and adult leadinter weaves melodies tails and registration. ers for their achievements in drawn from folk idioms arts education. The goal was Awards in Arts Education to increase public awareness with a spirit of dance and movement. Composer, vioHonor Students, Adults of the ... high level of excel- linist, and educator Jessie The New Jersey Gover- lence in arts education in Montgomery is the winner nor’s Awards in Arts Educa- New Jersey and the state of both the Sphinx Medal tion, the state’s celebration organizations that support of E xc e l l e n c e a n d t h e of excellence and achieve- and recognize high-quality ASCAP Foundation’s Leoment in the arts, will be tak- arts education,” said Prisnard Bernstein Award. She ing place virtually on May 22 cilla Hopk ins - Sm it h, dihas just been appointed to at 5 p.m. The ceremony will rector of the Governor’s a three-year term as Mead celebrate 98 students and 17 Awards program. “Through Composer-in-Residence adult leaders who have dem- t h is pandem ic, t he ar ts with the Chicago Symphoonstrated excellence in and have created a sense of ny Orchestra. Montgomdedication to arts education. community and inspiration er y’s music inter weaves classical music with elements of vernacular music, improvisation, language, and social justice, placing her squarely as one of the most relevant interpreters of 21st-century American sound and experience. The first recording devoted to her music, Strum: Music for Strings, was released by Azica Records in 2015. SAFETY MEASURES HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CDC, STATE AND LOCAL GUIDELINES She is currently a graduate
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“KEN LOCKWOOD GORGE”: Morven Museum & Garden presents “Oil and Water — Two Artists, Two Approaches: An Evening with Joe Kazimierczyk and Beatrice Bork” on Wednesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. New Jersey artists Bork and Kazimierczyk, whose work is shown here, both draw their subject matter from their outdoor experiences and will share their artwork and inspirations in this virtual program. $10; $5 for members. For more information and to register, visit morven.org.
“CATCHING FLIES”: This work by J. Leigh Garcia is part of “Print+,” one of two new exhibitions on view at the Hunterdon Art Museum through September 5.
Exhibits Explore Social Issues, the U.K. took children off gether, this collection emphaChanging Cultural Landscape city streets and sent them sizes the contrast and abunThe Hunterdon Art Museum now presents “Crossroads : Book Ar tists’ Impassioned Responses to Immigration, Human Rights, and Our Environment” and “Print+” through September 5. The works featured in the exhibitions comment on past and present racial, social, and political issues through observations and personal stories. According to “Crossroads” curator Maria G. Pisano, our world is at a crossroad and changing in a myriad of ways: refugees and migrants being displaced, an environment visibly in peril, plus constant conflicts and wars between countries and nations. In this exhibition, ar tists reacting to these changes lend their voice and present book works that reflect our tumultuous times. Among the works in “Crossroads” is “Stolen II,” an installation by U.K. native Pam Cooper created in response to the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls in Boko Haram, Nigeria. The piece examines laws written by western countries that allowed them to abduct children from their families for racial, political, and economic reasons. The earliest evidence of the removal of children was in the 17th century, where
to Virginia to increase the population. In later centuries the U.K. removed children of unwed mothers, and most ended up in the child labor force in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the U.S. Other examples were the so-called civilizing of the Native American, the Australian Aboriginal, and Canadian Inuit populations. Other regimes in power in Argentina, Spain, and Poland removed the children of their political enemies and gave them to families of their supporters. The children were removed against their parent’s wishes. In “Stolen II,” the tags attached to the shoes tell of the laws written for racial, political, and social issues allowing them to do this. The piece took two years to complete. Curated by Sheila Goloborotko, “Print+” focuses on the importance of showcasing artwork where diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are and create an essential and fertile ecology. In this gathering, artists coming from various backgrounds and multiple intersectionalities present works of protest and resistance in a variety of printed methods. While some works are tame, others are transgressive — to-
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dance of young and mature contemporary voices. Included in “Print+” is biracial Latina artist J. Leigh Garcia, a seventh-generation Texan of European mat r ilineal des cent and the paternal granddaughter of Mexican immigrants. Garcia’s artistic practice is shaped by the roots of her ancestry, and through printmaking, papermaking, and installation art, encourages awareness of the current immigration and foreign affairs policies through the lens of her biracial cultural identity. A virtual reality tour of “Crossroads” and “Print+” will be available on the Hunterdon Art Museum website later in May. The Museum will host workshops and events in conjunction with the new exhibitions throughout the coming months. Hunterdon Art Museum is located at 7 Lower Center Street in Clinton. The galleries are open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Visit hunterdonartmuseum.org for more information.
Make Junk Into Art With HV Arts Council
To prove that “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” the Hopewell Valley Arts Council seeks daring and innovative artists, artisans, and creatives ready for an eco-art challenge at its newest community event: The Junkyard, an upcycle art exhibition. The Junkyard w ill r un from Friday, July 23 to Sunday, July 25 at Woolsey Park in Titusville, and will feature artwork created out of discarded or unwanted items destined for the landfill by Team Challenge participants as well as established professional and eco-artists. Additional features include The Kids Zone for artwork created by children and youth; The Green Zone for informative and educational environmentally-related displays; and The Marketplace,
where vendors will sell artisan and environmentallyrelated items. In the current call for artists, the HV Arts Council invites interested participants for “The Team Challenge” to create imaginative original upcycled artwork in four categories specified by the HV Arts Council; and established artists to display artwork and sculpture made primarily from upcycled items. It’s a chance to think outside the box by creating musical instruments, sculptures, and beyond out of mostly ... junk. Displayed pieces must be sturdy enough to be displayed outdoors under a tent and remain in place for the entire exhibition. Artwork will be judged by a panel of artists and will be awarded first, second, third, and honorable mention for their entire display. Individual special awards will also be given to the best entry in each of the four challenge categories. Registrations will be accepted until June 30, 2021. Please register online at hvartscouncil.org/ thejunkyard. There is no geographic residency requirement for participation. There is a small participation fee for non-members. Team Challenge opportunities are limited, and participants will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Exhibitors participating in The Gallery will include invited eco-artists and other established artists from the area. To be considered for The Gallery, please submit representative work with your registration for review and acceptance. Although not mandatory, artists are encouraged to be present during public viewing hours as much as possible to promote the artwork and answer visitors’ questions. Please see the HV Arts Council website listed above for additional registration details and set-up and take-down times.
through Thursday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. artscouncilofprinceton.org. D & R G reenway L and Trust, One Preservation Place, has the ongoing virtual galleries “Trail of Breadcrumbs: Nature in Fairytales” and “Portraits of Preservation: James Fiorentino Art.” The center is currently closed to the public. drgreenway.org. Ellarslie, Trenton’s City Museum in Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton, has “Women Artists, Trenton Style” through June 6. Visit ellarslie. org for museum hours and timed entry tickets. Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, has “Rebirth: Kang Muxiang,” “Bruce Beasley: Sixty Year Retrospective, 1960-2020,” and other exhibits. Hours are Thursday through Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Timed tickets required. groundsforsculpture.org. Histor ical Soc iety of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road, has “A Virtual Tour of Hamilton’s Princeton” and the “History@Home” series. princetonhistory.org. James A. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, Pa., has “Essential Work 2020: A Community Portrait” through July 11 and “Through the Lens: Modern Photography in the Delaware Valley” through August 15. The museum is open to the public. michenerartmuseum.org.
Morpeth Contempo rary, 43 West Broad Street, Hopewell, has “Candid in May” through May 31. morpethcontemporary.com. Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, has “In Nature’s Realm: The Art of Gerard Rutgers Hardenberg” through January 9 and the online exhibit “Portrait of Place: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints Of New Jersey, 1761–1898.” Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. morven.org. Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, has the ongoing virtual exhibits “A Symbol of New Jersey to the World: The Old Barracks at the World’s Fair, ” “When Women Vote — The Old Barracks and the Anti-Suffrage Movement,” and “Necessary and Proper for the Public Good.” barracks.org. Princeton University Art Museum has the online exhibits “Looking at 17th-Century Dutch Painting,” “Life Magazine and the Power of Photography,” “The Eclectic Eye: A Tribute to Duane Wilder,” and more, along with many online events. The museum is currently closed to the public. artmuseum. princeton.edu. West Windsor Arts Center, 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, has “2021 WWAC Member Show: Floral Persuasion,” online and in the gallery by appointment through May 14. westwindsorarts.org.
Area Exhibits Check websites for information on safety protocols. Artists’ Gallery, 18 Bridge Street, Lambertville, has “Origin of Wonder” through June 6. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. lambertvillearts.com. Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, has “Leslie Kuenne: A Life in Art” May 15 through June 19. Gallery hours are Monday
“CANAL PATH”: Paintings by Heather Barros, an exhibiting member of Artists’ Gallery, are now featured in “Walk Through Imagination,” on view through June 30 at Bells Tavern, 183 North Union Street, Lambertville. The restaurant is open daily from 5 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, May 12 7 p.m.: Outdoor Poetry Circle: Poetry Reading and Open Mic, sponsored by Mercer County Library Lawrence Headquarters Branch. Attendees must wear masks and social distancing guidelines will be followed. Register at (609) 883-8292 or email lawprogs@mcl.org. Thursday, May 13 9:30 -11 a.m.: “Moving Forward: Life Beyond the Pandemic,” presented by Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber as part of the Virtual Regional Healthcare Symposium. Keynote speaker is Dr. Brian McDonough, medical editor for K Y W newsradio 1060. Princetonmercer.org. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. 6 -7:30 p.m.: Princeton profe s s or E dd ie G lau de Jr. discusses the continuing racial crisis in America through the lens of his book Begin Again. Virtual event presented by Princeton Day School’s Black Alumni Society. http://bit.ly/eveningwitheddieglaude. 6 p.m.: Rutgers law professor Elise Boddie speaks on school segregation at a virtual event, “Struggling for the Soul of Public Education.” Sponsored by Not in Our Town Princeton, Princeton Public Library, and the Princeton Civil Rights Commission. Free. Tinyurl.com/ BoddieDodd. 6 p.m.: Guitarist Rupert B oyd a n d c el l i s t L au r a Metcalf perform at Morven Museum’s Poolhouse lawn. Princetonsymphony.org. 7 p.m.: “Living History: Theodore Roosevelt,” virtual program with actor Peyton Dixon, sponsored by Pennington Public Library. Penningtonlibrary.org. 8 p.m.: Princeton University Lewis Center for the Ar ts’ Program in Dance presents the May Spring Dance Festival, new works performed by seniors. Free, via Zoom. Arts.princeton. edu. Friday, May 14 9:45 a.m.: Job Seekers Session: 30 Ways to Get Unstuck in Your Job Search. Presented virtually by Princeton Public Library; hiring professional Marty Gilbert is the leader. Princetonlibrary. org. 8 p.m.: Princeton University Lewis Center for the Ar ts’ Program in Dance presents the May Spring Dance Festival, new works performed by seniors. Free, via Zoom. Arts.princeton. edu. Saturday, May 15 12 a.m.: Opening of the Historical Society of Princeton’s Virtual House Tour, which runs through June 15. Tickets start at $20. Princetonhistory.org. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Shredding fundraiser for Lawrenceville Main Street, at Lawrenceville Swimming Association,
Princeton presents “Great Minds Salon: Jane Austen, Superstar, From Classic Author to Pop-Culture Phenomenon,” w ith author/ journalist Deborah Yaffe. Zoom event, free. Registration necessary at info@thejewishcenter.org. Friday, May 21 7:15-9 p.m.: West Windsor Arts Council opening reception for the “2021 Faculty/Student Show.” Virtual event. Westwindsorarts.org. Saturday, May 22 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: One-mile Rotary Walk, at Town Center, Lake Drive in Robbinsville, presented by NAMIMercer. Brief presentation, Narcan demonstration, and walk around the lake. Namiwalks.org. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. : We s t Windsor Arts presents the 2021 ArtWalk. Family-fun walk w ith ar t activ ities, music, a family picnic, and more. $25 per family, children under 3 free; $8 for individuals. Westwindsorarts. org. 5 - 6 p.m. : T he A r t of Wine Tasting with Kevin Zraly, presented by the Arts Council of Princeton. Virtual event; wines shipped to attendees’ addresses along with a paired cheese board from Olsson’s Fine Foods. Artscouncilofprinceton.org. Sunday, May 23 4 p.m.: Virtual concert by the Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Strum, Sospiri & Serenade. Works by Jessie Montgomery, Elgar, and Tchaikovsky. $15. Princetonsymphony.org. 4-6 p.m.: The Suyat Band performs at McCarter Concer ts in Palmer Square. Free. Monday, May 24 Recycling Thursday, May 27 9-10:30 a.m.: BW NICE (Business Women Networking Involving Charity and Education) Mercer County Chapter holds a panel discussion on key business practices at an online networking meeting. $5. bwnicemcercer@gmail.com. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. 6 p.m.: The PSO Brass Quintet performs “America the Beautiful” at Morven on the Poolhouse lawn. Princetonsymphony.org. Saturday, May 29 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. 4 p.m.: New Jersey Capital Philharmonic performs a free concert at Cadwalader Park pavilion, Trenton. Rain date is May 30. Bring chairs or blankets and masks. Capitalphilharmonic.org. Sunday, May 30 1-3 p.m.: Free warm vegetarian lunches distributed at the YMCA, 59 Paul Robeson Place, outside by the playground. Sponsored by Princeton Bhakti Vedanta Institute, for COVID relief. Bviscs.org. 1-3 p.m.: Princeton Battlefield Society Memorial
Weekend event, Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road. Memorial w reathl a y i n g c e r e m o n y, u s e d American history book sale, musket-firing demonstration, battlefield tour, general store. Pbs1777.org. 4-6 p.m. The Jeiris Cook Trio performs at McCarter Concerts in Palmer Square. Free. Thursday, June 3 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. 6:30 p.m.: “A Proud Heritage: The African American Presence and Contribution in the Sourland Mountain Region and Surrounding Area,” virtual talk led by historians Elaine Buck and Beverly Mills, co-sponsored by Congregation Beth Chaim, Har Sinai Temple, Flemington Jewish Community Center, and Congregation Kehilat Shalom. $18 per household. 7 p.m.: Virtual “Eyes on Eagles” panel discussion w it h fo otage of e agle s’ nests, by Mercer County Park Commission. Focused on eagle behavior, biology, and conservation. Mercercountyparks.org. 7-8 p.m.: West Windsor Arts presents a virtual storytelling workshop, for ages 21 and up. Free to those who sign up for the June 12 storytelling event. Westwindsorarts.org. Saturday, June 5 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Household waste collection and electronics recycling. For Mercer County residents, at Dempster Fire School, 350 Lawrence Station Road. Mcianj. org or (609) 278-8086. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. Sunday, June 6 11 a.m.: The Liam Sutcliffe Combo performs in front of LiLLiPiES Bakery at Princeton Shopping Center as part of a summer Jazz Brunch series. Free.
4 - 6 p.m. : Moroccan Sheepherders perform at McCarter Concerts in Palmer Square. Free. Monday, June 7 Recycling Thursday, June 10 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. 10 a . m . : W o m e n o f Achievement Awards, virtually presented by the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber to Erin Klebaur, Amita Mehta, Dr. Nicole McGrath Barnes, and Dr. Deborah Mican. $30-$40. Princetonmercer.org. 7 p.m.: Rep. Ro Khanna speaks at the Coalition for Peace Action’s 40 th anniversary membership gathering, via Zoom. Peacecoalition. org. Saturday, June 12 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. 12-5 p.m.: Old Mill Hill Society’s 30 th Annual Garden Tour, in Mill Hill district of Trenton. $20. Visit trentonmillhill.org/events to purchase and get more information. Sunday, June 13 4-6 p.m.: Random Test Reggae performs at McCarter Concerts in Palmer Square. Free. 5 -7 p.m. : “C om e a n d Whine,” outdoor storytelling and wine tasting event presented by West Windsor Arts. $25. Westwindsorarts. org. Wednesday, June 16 6 p.m.: Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees meeting. Princetonlibrary. org. Thursday, June 19 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton
Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. Saturday, June 19 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. Sunday, June 20 11 a.m.: QPK Trio performs in front of LiLLiPiES Bakery at Princeton Shopping Center as part of a summer Jazz Brunch series. Free. 4-6 p.m. Ritmo Caliente performs at McCarter Concer ts in Palmer Square. Free. Monday, June 21 Recycling Thursday, June 24 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. Saturday, June 26 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. Thursday, July 1 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. Saturday, July 3 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: West Windsor Communit y Far mers Market, Princeton Junction. Enter at 877 Alexander Road through the Vaughn lot. 17 farms and 20 artisan food makers. Wwfm.org. Monday, July 5 Recycling Thursday, July 8 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com.
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74 Craven Lane. $10 donation, open to the public. Reservation required. Bit.ly/ Shred5152021. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market, Cure Insurance Arena Parking Lot, Trenton. $7. @TrentonPRFM on Instagram. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals, holds an outdoor popup shop with several area vendors to raise funds for a new vehicle. At 1010 Route 601, Skillman. $20. Savehomelessanimals.org. Sunday, May 16 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market, Cure Insurance Arena Parking Lot, Trenton. $7. @TrentonPRFM on Instagram. 2 p.m.: Chef Walter Staib gives a virtual presentation, “A Taste of History,” sponsored by the Trent House Association. $10 for members ; $15 non-members. https://bit.ly/3mCAOzL. 4 p. m . : T h e C a p i t a l Singers of Trenton virtually perform Brahms’ Ein Deutsches Requiem and Ralph Vaughan Williams Serenade to Music. Capitalsingers.org. 4-6 p.m.: Pat Guadagno performs at McCarter Concer ts in Palmer Square. Free. Monday, May 17 3-5 p.m.: “The State of the Nation Part Two: The State of Black America,” virtual event with speakers Ta-Nehisi Coates, Frederick Wherry, Keeanga-Yamahatta Taylor, Patrick Sharkey, and Kathrin Edin, sponsored by Princeton University’s Office of Population Research. Spia.princeton.edu. 8 p.m.: Washington Crossing Audubon Society presents “Grassland Birds in a Dynamic Human Landscape: Seeking Conservation Solutions from Fields to Biomes,” virtual talk by Michael Allen. Free. Email contact.wcas@gmail.com for a registration link. Wednesday, May 19 6 p.m.: Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees meeting. Princetonlibrary. org. 7 p.m.: “History of the Bottling Industry of Central NJ, 1840 through Prohibition.” Virtual program with Jerry Pevalhouse, presented by Mercer County Library L aw r e n c e H e ad q u a r te r s Branch. Mcl.org. Thursday, May 20 9-10:15 a.m.: Young Professionals Networking Café from Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber. Vir tual event. Princetonmercer.org. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Princeton Farmers Market, Franklin Avenue lot. Princetonfarmersmarket.com. 12 p.m.: Central NJ Women in Development host monthly roundtable, “Social Listening.” Presented by Devon McGuinness. Free to members, $15 non-members. ht tps ://w idmercer. org/events. 4:30 p.m.: “The Politics of Health Inequalities,” free virtual event sponsored by Princeton University’s Center for the Study of Democratic Politics. Spia.princeton.edu. 6 p.m.: Momenta Quartet performs “Great Music from the Recent and Distant Past” at Morven on the Poolhouse lawn. Princetonsymphony. org. 8 p.m.: The Jewish Center
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Architect and owner Marc Brahaney founded the firm with his late wife, Janet Lasley, who was a builder. The two combined their skills, establishing a firm which earned widespread recognition for excellence in the field. A Princeton Universit y graduate, who also earned an architectural degree from the University, Marc Brahaney decided to settle in Princeton, and worked with architectural companies in the area before establishing his own firm. Design/Build Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction focuses on residential projects and is noted for its high quality workmanship, attention to detail, and superior customer service. It is also a design-build firm, with the architects, designers, and builders all under one roof. This is particularly beneficial to clients, explains Brahaney. “Working in combination, we are an efficient team for clients. It enhances communication, and clients can count on predictability. I see myself as a common denominator. I am involved from the beginning to the end. “We have a lead carpenter, who oversees the construction. We also have other carpenters on staff, and we subcontract electricians and plumbers. We have an excellent staff, and all are essential to our operation. Everyone has their own area of expertise and focus. Customers know they can count on the quality of our work and the dependability of our workers. Someone will always be in
charge to answer questions.” Lasley Brahaney is notable for its work in new construction, and custom renovation and additions. Projects of all sizes and styles comprise the company’s work, which is primarily in the Princeton area or within one hour’s distance, including the Jersey Shore. “We provide complete architectural and contracting services,” says Brahaney. “Our work ranges from unique modern designs to traditional styles common in historic homes in the Princeton area. Our architects work with your vision to carefully balance aesthetics and function, and we can help you through every step of the remodeling process from generating design options to preparing cost estimates to setting up a temporary replacement kitchen for you while we build the new one.” Modernist Style “Our work is always tailored to the client and the family” Brahaney continues. “Generally, with remodeling work, people want it to be in keeping with the style of the existing house. If they are historical houses, there may be special requirements about renovation, and the Princeton Historical Commission can be involved. “Some of the work may involve opening up spaces, adding light, and connection to the outdoors. Also, we see an increasing interest in the modernist style, and we can work on a traditional house and add modernist elements for a unique look.” It is often about problemsolving, he adds. “If someone doesn’t like something in their house, we can come up with a plan. The architect can understand the problem, and offer some alternatives. It is about problem-solving.” While the model of combining the architects with the contractors is appealing to homeowners because it can be a “one-stop-shopping” experience, Brahaney notes that his company can also provide architectural and construction
services separately. Depending on their budget and time frame, clients may decide to have work done in stages. In this case, they may start with a kitchen, then move on to the family room, bath, etc. Working At Home In addition, points out Brahaney, clients’ life circumstances can dictate how they want to proceed. “The world of architecture is a very big space, and there is an arc to family life. Initially, there are plans for babies, then young children, teens, with all of this taken into consideration for designs for children’s rooms, etc. These days, many parents like everyone, including the kids, like to gather in the family room. “Later, when people are retiring, there are more changes. They may want to downsize, or they may want more space to entertain or for their own work. They also may want to consider future safety measures, reconfiguring space to reduce or eliminate stairs and steps. We can also add in-law suites, and now, more adult kids are coming home, and that is another factor.” This has been especially true during the virus, he adds, and expanding office space has also been an issue with more parents working at home, alongside children doing their school work. Kitchens and baths are very much on clients’ minds today, points out Brahaney. Not only are they important for the homeowner’s enjoyment, but they can certainly be significant factors for future selling opportunities. “The kitchen is still the center of the house,” he reports. “We do a lot of kitchen work. This can be something that is part of a larger space consideration too; for example, leading to the family room. The open concept is very popular. “Many families find that the kitchen serves as a central gathering place, not only an area for preparing meals. As such, it has a significant impact
BEST BUILDINGS: “At Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction, we have the experience to bring your ideas to life. Our goal is to create a place that is yours, in every way possible — whether it’s a new home, a large renovation, or a small addition,” says architect and owner Marc Brahaney. Shown are three award-winning projects: an exterior renovation in Princeton; the tub room (soaking tub spa) of a primary suite addition in Princeton, which also includes dual bathrooms; and a beach house in Mantoloking, bottom, which replaced the original structure destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. (Photos by Tom Grimes). on your home’s overall interior design and flow. You are likely renovating with specific changes in mind; you may need more food preparation space, additional seating, or an updated island. You may simply want more open space to create a kitchen that is comfortable, conducive to entertaining, and designed to fit your individual needs, “Whether working within your kitchen’s current footprint or contemplating a kitchen addition, our architecture and construction teams are dedicated to designing, planning, and executing beautiful, and functional kitchen renovations customized to your lifestyle.” Styles and Choices Bathrooms are another
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important part of Lasley Bra- includes very big houses now,” haney’s work. The trend today reports Brahaney. “We can is for larger bathrooms, points work within people’s budgets, out Brahaney, and the variety and also, some projects are of styles and choices is exten- done over time in stages. sive. A New Look “We frequently renovate He has noted many changes bathrooms as part of master over the years, he adds. “All suite additions or renovations,” the designs are done with he says. ”With both architec- computers now, and there are tural and construction teams new materials with more sigon site, we can manage every nificant details, and also, more step of your renovation.” advances in moisture manageA new updated bathroom ment — that is, materials that can complement the home’s can withstand moisture and its overall aesthetic, he points damaging effects. And clients out. “It can be more than just are more knowledgeable and functional, especially if it’s in informed today.” a high traffic area or ensuite After the past year and all with a bedroom. Bathrooms re- that it has entailed, now may be quire special attention to detail the time for that remodel you to achieve the desired effect in have been thinking about. A a small space. Our team will new look for the kitchen, bath, discuss each aspect of your or even a new addition. home’s restoration with you so Whether it is any of the that the final version is the look above, or an updated patio or you envisioned.” terrace, the gazebo you always New features can include wanted, a mud room, or even the addition of a window seat, a dog washing station, Lasley built-ins, soaking tub, and a Brahaney can do it all for you. large shower, among other “We look forward to conspecialties. tinuing to serve customers Lasley Brahaney has been and help them realize their honored with many awards vision,” says Brahaney. “We over the years. Among them: work closely with our clients, the Best of Houzz for eight and they become friends during years consecutively (this year the project. We also have lots for design and customer ser- of repeat customers. They may vice); multiple times as Best have done one room, and then Resident Construction Com- later, another. When the job pany-NJ from Build Magazine’ is over, it is very important to and, in 2021, NARI’s presti- know that we have done what gious Contractor of the Year the clients wanted — even that Award in the Residential Ad- we have exceeded their expecdition category for its three- tations —and that they are satphase renovation. isfied and happy. The central New Jersey “I enjoy what I get to do. I Chapter of NARI (the National work with great colleagues, and Association of the Remodeling also, I am able to be part of the Industry named Lasley Bra- process all the way through. haney the 2021 CotY Award We are dedicated to providwinner of three categories in its ing each client with consistent annual award competition. The communication, responsive CotY Awards are the highest service, and prompt schedulform of recognition by industry ing. We appreciate the chance leaders and peers. to take on even the most chalLasley Brahaney projects lenging projects. A challenge vary in length of time depend- can be an opportunity!” ing on the size and complexity or f u r t h e r i n for m a of the job, and can take anytion, call ( 609 ) 921where from a few days to six 2822. Website: lasley weeks or three months, and up brahaney.com. to 24 months forlasleybrahaney.com a new house. —Jean Stratton “A lot of new construction
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Slear Making the Most of Final PU Rowing Season, Setting Positive Tone for Tiger Men’s Lightweights
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hen David Slear returned to the Princeton University campus for his final semester, the senior men’s lightweight rower resumed a habit that he has maintained since high school. It’s a habit that speaks to his leadership and commitment. Slear along with Marcus Jonas are captains for the Tiger men’s lightweight crew, and his example went a long way in demonstrating how to resume training this year. “I can’t think of one day, not one practice since his freshman year, that David Slear has not shown up, that he’s not the very first guy down to the boathouse bay,” said Princeton head coach Marty Crotty. “He takes all the oars out and puts them down by the dock. Nobody told him to do that ever. We don’t remind him. He just does it.” Slear likes to be early and he likes to be first. It started when he began rowing for the local Dallas United Crew program since his Highland Park (Texas) High didn’t have a team. “I like being early,” said Slear. “I try to be the first or one of the first people down most days to start getting ready or get myself in practice mode. I’ve done that since high school. It’s always been something. I don’t like being there a minute before practice starts. I like to get there and get stuff ready. It makes me feel useful and contributing to making sure practice runs smoothly.” Slear was thrilled to be able to resume his early starts when the Tigers came back to campus this semester, and he has gotten even greater joy out of the chance to compete a couple more times before graduation. On April 24, Slear was thrilled to be in competition the first varsity 8 boat that finished nearly 20 seconds ahead of Temple on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia in the crew’s first action since competing in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA) national championship regatta in June, 2019. The Tiger second varsity 8 also posted a win over Temple in its race. “It was awesome,” said Slear, who rowed in the seven seat for the Tigers against Temple. “The last time we raced side by side with another team was almost two years ago. It was awesome to get out there and do what we love. We’ve just been training as a team for a while, but it’s really special when you get to go out and race with your teammates and compete together.” Remarkably both Princeton boats finished with the exact same finish time of 6:25.1 over the 2,000-meter course in their respective races, a novelty but not something the Tigers have dwelt on. They cherished the chance to race again. “It was exciting,” said Crotty. “It was kind of unexpected. If you asked me a month ago if we’d be able
to race, I would have told you that we probably won’t get any racing in. It was unexpected and exciting. The process that you use to get ready for a race was the same, and that’s always exciting [with] the training and putting the boats together and watching them gel, even if it was only three or four days before this race, it was great.” Slear and the Tigers have been approved for one more event this season, and it’s a big one. Princeton will compete in the 2021 IRA National Championships on Mercer Lake on May 28. The Princeton men’s heavyweights will compete on May 28-29 as well. “That’s what we’re working towards,” said Slear. “The main competition in that race would be Navy. That’s one of the staple teams that we race every year and they’re always one of the top teams in the league. It would be awesome to race against them. It would feel a lot more normal and be an awesome capstone to put on our year.” Returning to rowing has been a welcome surprise. Princeton was cleared to resume competition after it got to Phase 4 of its return to play protocols. Slear said that many went in expecting the worst with the possibility of no competition this season, but the chance to compete and even just to train together again has lifted the team. “We were off campus in the fall and were all just training separately,” said Slear. “It’s so nice to be back with the team. It makes it so much easier to get work done when you have your teammates beside you. We were still fairly limited when we got back here. At first, we had to be in groups of no more than 10 and we weren’t allowed to row eights. Eventually we progressed through their phases. Being back together in eights rowing together has been awesome. It’s such a big difference from training on your own at home. It’s so much more enjoyable.” Slear spent the first semester of his senior year at home in Texas training on his own. He mixed in biking, running and cross training. His access to actual rowing was severely limited for much of his time at home, and he was forced to do his training out of his house. The return to campus inspired him. “It was great to see everybody,” said Slear. “I hadn’t seen any of my teammates since we left last March. They’re my best friends as well as my teammates. It’s so morally uplifting to be around each other as much as we can be.” The chance to be together was one that Crotty has tried to continue to foster within the team. Training hasn’t looked quite as intense as most years, but the togetherness has been vital. “Acknowledging everything else that the guys have had to cope with, and the
uncertainty of whether or not we’re going to be able to race and the competitiveness of that racing, I’ve tried not to impose too much on the guys,” said Crotty. “We’re certainly not doing two-a-days and we’re not doing the super intensity work we’d be doing at this time in the season. It’s a little bit like the fall in that regard. I’m trying to keep the boathouse a fun place to show up every day. I want it to be the best part of their day. Sitting in front of a computer for seven hours, taking class in a dorm room, and there’s restrictions on everything, it’s been difficult outside or rowing so I want to make sure the boathouse is the best place they visit every day.” The composition of this year’s team has helped as the Tigers have a large senior class to lean on and they helped to keep spirits high during uncertain times. “I can’t say enough; there are not enough superlatives,” said Crotty. “They’re showing great leadership through this. They’ve kept the group together throughout this, at least the guys that came back physically in person. And they showed great leadership in helping the guys who decided not to come back. They helped them navigate the situation when guys had to make some really hard decisions to take a leave or a year off.” Crotty was impressed by the ability of his senior rowers to pick right up where they left off. From their first practice together in the spring semester, he watched them set the tone. “The rowing, it’s tidy, it’s sharp, and that’s all led by the seniors,” said Crotty. “They’ve developed stepby-step, but they’ve created and molded a way of rowing. There’s a certain look to it. I was kind of curious when we got back in eights, would that still be there? We were in a really, really good spot last year. We were at a high point last March when we paused. And first stroke, it was there. That is going to be their legacy – just the way our boat looks.” Princeton had set a high standard in previous years. They had not competed since taking the silver medal in the 2019 IRA Nationals. They also won silver at the 2018 IRAs. Slear was in both of those boats – he and Jonas and coxswain Sydney Edwards are the only seniors to be in the first varsity boat since their freshman year. “He’s so incredibly consistent,” said Crotty. “Consistency leads to reliability.” In assessing his role, Slear considers himself just a small part of a talented group. Princeton missed out on the chance to showcase its speed last year when the pandemic hit, and has just a limited look this year. “It seemed like we had all the parts,” said Slear. “It is a shame that we didn’t get to put any races together. We have a lot of young guys who have a lot of talent now, and have all the fundamentals
SEEING THE LIGHT: The Princeton University men’s lightweight crew shows its form as it defeated Temple in racing on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia on April 24. It marked the first regatta for the crew since competing in the Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA) national championship regatta in June, 2019. Senior co-captain David Slear, the second rower from the coxswain in the photo, is looking to set a positive tone in final season rowing for the Tigers. (Photo by Ed Hewitt, Row2K, provided courtesy of Princeton’s Office of Athletic Communications)
that are really important for rowing. I’m excited to see what they can do next year.” Slear is making the most of his final month on the water. After graduation he will be returning to Texas where he will be working in software engineering for Capital One. “I’m looking into getting into triathlon and pivoting my athletic endeavors into that,” said Slear. “There’s not a lot of opportunity in rowing after college. I’m going to see if there’s anything
there for me.” After graduating, Slear will be returning home with fond memories and friendships from four years in the men’s lightweight program. He’s also part of the reason that so many teammates have had a good experience. But before moving on, Slear is excited to compete one more time with his Princeton teammates and add the final chapter to a legacy of perseverance. “It’s been hugely impact-
ful in my life,” said Slear. “I think I’ve been growing significantly as a person as a result of being on this team with all these incredible people and getting coaching from some of the best coaches in the world. It’s had a big impact on me and I’m super thankful for that. The last two years haven’t been what I would have pictured, but I’m trying to make up for it with the time I have left. I’m super thankful for the opportunities I’ve been given.” —Justin Feil
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PU Sports Roundup Six PU Women Athletes Named As von Kienbusch Finalists
S i x P r i n c e to n fe m a l e student-athletes have been named finalists for the 2021 C. O t to von K ie nbu s ch Award, which is awarded annually to a Princeton senior woman of high scholastic rank who has demonstrated general proficiency in athletics and the qualities of a true sportswoman. The finalists for the award include: Obiageri Amaechi, a star discus thrower for the track team; Maddie Bacskai, an All-American defender for the field hockey team; Carlie Littlefield, an All-Ivy League point guard for the basketball program; Kasia Nixon, an All-American in epee for the fencing program; Clara Roth, an AllAmerican striker for field hockey; and Julianna Tornetta, an All-American midfielder for field hockey. The award is presented in memory of C. Otto von Kienbusch ‘06, friend and benefactor of women’s athletics at Princeton and will be presented at the virtual Gary Walters ‘67 Princeton Varsity Club Awards Banquet on May 13 starting at 8 p.m. EST.
4 Tiger Male Athletes Named As Finalists for Roper Award
Four Pr inceton male student-athletes have been named finalists for the 2021 William Winston Roper Trophy, which is awarded annually to a Princeton senior man of high scholastic rank
and outstanding qualities of sportsmanship and general proficiency in athletics. The finalists for the award include: All-American wrestler Patrick Brucki; Daniel Kwak, an All-American in saber for fencing; Tassilo von Mueller, a standout heav y weight rower; and Richard Wolf, an All-Iv y League defender for the soccer team. The Roper Trophy is presented by Mrs. William W. Roper and t he Class of 1902 and will be awarded at the virtual Gary Walters ‘67 Princeton Varsity Club Awards Banquet on May 13 starting at 8 p.m. EST.
7 Princeton Athletes Vying for Lane Award
Seven Princeton studentathletes have been named finalists for the 2021 Art Lane ‘34 Award, which is presented annually to undergraduate student-athletes in recognition of selfless contribution to sport and society. The finalists are: Kelton Chastulik, a star shot putter who is a leader within the Pace Center for Civic Engagement, serving as the co-chair for the Student Volunteers Council executive board; women’s track and cross county standout Melia Chittenden, who helped lead her team’s partnership with the Smith Family Foundation in Trenton to provide headphones to 2,000 underprivileged students to aid with virtual learning; Andrew Liu, a men’s water polo player who helped organize the men’s and women’s water polo programs’ walk to support the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, raising several thousand dollars in
the process; men’s swimmer Matthew Marquardt, who recently completed a 20-day solo cross country bike ride that raised over $13,000 in support of St. Jude Children’s Hospital and pediatric cancer research; Lauren Sanchez, a women’s lightweight rower who played an integral role in growing the partnership between Princeton rowing and the Special Olympics of New Jersey; men’s hoops star Ryan Schwieger, who co-founded Poll Hero, an organization working to address the shortage of poll workers in the U.S., which successfully recruited more than 37,000 high school and college students to serve as poll workers around the country in the 2019-20 election cycle; and Alexa Underwood, a women’s volleyball standout who has served as co-president of the Wounded Tigers Network – a support group that aims to break the stigma surrounding injury – and as a board member for the Student-Athlete Service Council. The Lane Award will be presented at the virtual Gary Walters ‘67 Princeton Varsity Club Awards Banquet on May 13th starting at 8 p.m. EST.
Princeton Softball Splits with Drexel
Ending an abbrev iated season on a high note, the Princeton University softball won the nightcap to split a doubleheader against visiting Drexel last Wednesday in its final action of the 2021 season. The Tigers fell 3-1 in the opener and then pulled out a 2-1 win in game two as freshman Lauren Pappert
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Women’s Rugby Added As Varsity Sport at PU
Princeton University has announced its intention to add women’s rugby as a varsity sport beginning during the 2022-23 academic year. T he decision stemmed from the school’s sponsorship of a highly-successful women’s club rugby program since 1979, which has won two national championships. The club was started by a passionate group of female students with the encouragement and coaching support of the men’s club team. Princeton won back-to-back club national championships in 1995 and 1996, also reaching the national final in 1999, 2000 and 2004. In 2011, 2012, and 2018, the women placed third in the USA Rugby Sevens Collegiate National Championships. At an individual level, more than 35 Princeton women have earned AllAmerica honors in rugby. As a varsity program, the women’s rugby team will continue its tradition of welcoming “walk-on” students from highly diverse backgrounds with varying levels of rugby experience. When the Tigers take to Rickerson Field for varsity competition, they will do so as members of the National Intercollegiate Rugby Association (NIRA). Princeton’s elevation to varsity status will make the Tigers the 27th program to join the NIRA, including Brown, Dartmouth and Harvard who also sponsor Division I women’s rugby. Women’s rugby is one of five sports currently on the NCAA’s “Emerging Spor ts For Women” list which is charged with identifying and managing progress of developing sports for women, and will be the 19th varsity women’s team fielded by Princeton. Princeton students have been playing intercollegiate rugby since at least 1876-77, when a delegation met with students from three other Ivy League colleges and agreed to adopt Rugby Union rules for football games between the schools. The men’s club program has also enjoyed tremendous competitive success and will remain an elite club program participating in the Ivy Rugby Conference. As a direct consequence of the women’s seven trips to the national semifinals and finals in the 1990’s, the initial funding of the Princeton University Rugby Endowment was received. This generous endowment, as well as other key endowments subsequently established, support the rugby program at Princeton with facilities, fields, coaching, equipment, travel, and other expenses needed by both the women and the men to compete at a high intercollegiate level.
PU Women’s Lightweights Excel at Dad Vail Regatta
Enjoying a big day on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, the Princeton University women’s lightweight team earned silver and bronze medals at the Dad Vail Regatta last Saturday. The varsity 8 placed second of six boats in its Grand Final, clocking a time of
6:24.38 over the 2,000-meter course just behind Drexel which posted a winning time of 6:22.39. All of the boats in the race except Georgetown and Princeton were open weights. The double scull boat of Anella Lefebvre and Kailey Dubinsky placed second in its heat (8:25.17) to advance to its final. They followed that with the bronze medal (8:09.28), trailing only the Tiger women’s open crew squad and Oklahoma City. They were fifth early in the race, but rebounded to finish with the medal.
Tiger Women’s Open Crew Shine at Dad Vail Regatta
The Princeton University women’s open crew team racked up four gold medals and a silver at the Dad Vail Regatta on the Schuylkill River last Saturday.
The single sculls boat collected the first gold of the day, clocking a time of 8:01, winning by two seconds over Temple and 19.9 seconds over Oklahoma City. Princeton’s second gold came from its coxless pair grouping. That duo crossed the finish line at 7:31.73, over 52 seconds ahead of second place Lafayette. The double scull easily won its heat (8:01.56) by almost 29 seconds. In the final, the Tigers disposed the rest of the field (7:45.59), 14 seconds in front of runner-up Oklahoma City. The Princeton women’s lightweight boat took third in 8:09.28. The Tigers’ two coxed fours finished 1-2, in the final, rowing through the line at 7:13.90 and 7:23.96, respectively, with Lafayette placing third in 7:31.53.
INTERNATIONAL HIT: Princeton University field hockey player Julianna Tornetta takes a big hit in a 2018 game. Tornetta was recently named by U.S. Field Hockey to its 25-athlete traveling roster that will finish its schedule of the 2020-21 FIH Hockey Pro League. Tornetta ’21 will be joined on the roster by two other members of the Princeton program, Maddie Bacskai, who graduated from Princeton after the 2020 fall semester, and Beth Yeager, an incoming freshman in the Class of 2025. Tornetta is a two-time All-American and three-time All-Ivy League selection while Bacskai was a three-time All-Ivy player. In 2017, Bacskai was a First-Team All-America while also being named Ivy Defensive Player of the Year. The squad will travel to Europe for four matches, two each against Belgium and Great Britain between May 15-23. It will be 438 days since the U.S. team last played a game. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
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Patrick McDonald and his teammates on the Princeton High boys’ lacrosse team have been looking to start games strongly but they outdid t hemselves when they hosted Robbinsville last week. PHS scored four unanswered goals in the first seven minutes of the game on the way to building an 11-0 halftime lead in the May 4 contest. “We have really tried to focus on that in our last two games,” said senior attackman and co-captain McDonald, reflecting on getting out of the gate. “It felt good to get the first face-off, the first ground ball, the first goal. That is how you want to start every game. The goals kept coming as PHS cruised to a 14-5 win. “Everyone is playing a role in our offense on the team in general and it is starting to click,” said McDonald. “That is a good feeling.” McDonald is feeling good about playing on the team’s top attack unit along with junior Will Doran and freshman Pat Kenah. In the win over the Ravens, McDonald tallied four goals and three assists with Doran chipping in five goals and an assist and Kenah cont r ibut ing three goals and two assists. “This is our first year that all three of us are playing together so it is great,” said McDonald. “We are just finding chemistry now, it is really great playing with both of them. They are strong on their sticks, they work hard. They are just great teammates, I am happy to be able to play with them.” As a senior captain, McDonald focuses on being there for his teammates. “I just try to take care of the ball,” said McDonald. “I try to lead where I can and try to win some games and get some goals.” With PHS having suffered an 11- 8 defeat to Notre Dame on April 22 and a 1211 setback to Allentown four days later, McDonald believes the squad has turned a corner. “We definitely had some tough losses, it feels like we are getting into a groove at the right time,” said McDonald, who had four goals and an assist as the Tigers defeated WW/P-South 17-5 last Thursday to post their third straight win and improve to 4-2. “We get to play a few teams again so that should be fun. In all honesty, we lacked varsity experience on this team. There are a lot of first year guys so the more we can play, the better we will get.” PHS head coach Chip Casto had a lot of fun watching his team dismantle Robbinsville in the first half. “We jumped on them, we have talking about starting games better,” said Casto. “It is interesting in the first three wins we have, I believe we scored first in all three wins and we didn’t in the losses. We are working on pacing the offense, getting a lot of keep going, keep going. They were just clicking today, it is one of those
“We are going to be a fordays. You want to save some midable opponent and you of these goals.” Casto likes the way his have got to prepare for us top attack trio of McDon- and the way our attack is ald, Doran, and Kenah are playing right now.” In prepar ing for the clicking. “They are becoming a stretch run of the season, unit, they are moving the the focus will be on honing ball, and they are looking fundamentals. “We brought in two new for each other,” said Casto. “They are beginning to see coaches, they bring in new how each other moves. They ideas and new drills,” said are reading the situation Casto. “Coach [ Peter] Stanton really well. We have been working a lot with them and and I have been really happy giving them freedom to talk with what the other coaches things out together and to [Josh Nicastro and Anthony understand when he does Ammirata] have been dothis, you should be doing ing. The practices have been that. It is just getting the good and intense. We are system down better so when working on things that we the ball moves so they know need to work on and getting where each other is and they better at it. We are stressing the basics and the simple look for each other.” The battle-tested McDon- stuff over and over and not ald is doing some dirty work asking anybody to do anyto help keep things moving thing spectacular, just that good basic play.” for PHS. With PHS hosting “He is sturdy, he is fantastic off the ball,” added Casto Hopewell Valley on May 13 and playing at Notre Dame of McDonald. “He knows when to go to on May 15, Casto is going to the cage, he knows when to keep things simple. “This success will keep give it up. His real great asset is offensive end ground us hammering the basics balls, he picks up everything more,” said Casto. “It is good positive reinand just keeps the possession rolling. He is very unselfish, forcement for them to see he has been a model senior that the hard work and the captain. He knows Will gets practice pays off and what it it going and he knows how looks like so they will continue to put in the energy to play off of Will.” Spearheaded by senior goal- and effort. They want to ie Austin Micale and senior de- do big things because they fender Lucas Kirby, the PHS missed last year. We talk about last year’s seniors a defense has it going as well. “Austin is starting to come lot; you feel bad for them into his own a little bit at goal, so we are trying to play for have a tolittle Go to gorlinpools.com he hadn’t played since his them too. They extra zest to them too.” sophomore year,” said Casto. Go to gorlinpools.com to McDonald and his fellow “Lucas loves to take the seniors are feeling good challenge of playing their aboutMAINTENANCE what they can accomWEEKLY best attacker. He is patient, plish this spring. he WEEKLY is disciplined and has MAINTENANCE Healthy, Safe, Clean, Sparkling, “We have a big group of doneHealthy, real well.” Pool Water Safe, Clean, Sparkling, Crystal-Clear senior guys, we are all a In Casto’s view, Crystal-Clear Poolthe WaterTigers made a statement with tight group, and we have their lopsided win over the the same goal in mind,” said McDonald. Ravens. “We jus t want to w in “It shows that we are gowhere we can and really get ing to stick around, we are going to be in games,” said the most out of this season.” —Bill Alden Casto. SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION NOW!
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PHS Golf Producing a Brilliant Campaign Featuring Strong Pitching, Timely Hitting, In Severance’s Final Spring Guiding Program PHS Baseball Wins 3 Straight, Now 5-4 Sheryl Severance knew that this spring would be her 28th and final season coaching the Princeton High golf program, but she had no idea how strong her last team might be. “T here were quest ion marks,” said Severance, who is retiring from teaching and coaching at the end of this school year. “Some of the freshman will tell you that they are really good golfers; I saw them for four days last year and you can’t really make an assessment before we went out for COVID. I knew we would be good but I didn’t know how good.” Severance has been pleasantly surprised as her squad got off to a 10-0 start in dual match play and finished second in the NJSIAA Central and South Jersey, Group 4 boys golf sectional at Charleston Springs last Monday with a score of 328, 16 strokes behind champion Montgomery. The Tigers qualified for the Tournament of Champions, which takes place at Hawk Pointe Golf Club in Washington on May 19. A key constant for the program has been senior Adam MacMillan, who took second individually at the sectional with a one-over 73 with sophomore Madeleine Zang firing an 80 to tie for 13th and freshman Remmick Granozio carding an 84 to tie for 23rd. “His game is not only good his head is also good,” said Severance of MacMillan. “He has a good personality and he works well with others. He is a good leader.” A five stroke win over WW/ P-North on April 22 proved to be a confidence builder for PHS. “As we went into it, I don’t think the kids thought we could win,” said Severance, whose team prevailed 161166. “I think they thought we had been putting some good numbers but some people are breaking 40 one day and the next day they are at 45. It just came together nicely, it wasn’t even one of our lowest scores. It was 161 and our low score this year at Princeton Country Club was 151. I think there were nerves but we pulled it out.” Severance has been impressed by how her varsity newcomers have handled their nerves in competition. “I am happiest about the young kids, they are so strong,” said Severance, who
has used freshmen Brook Cahill-Sanidas, Peter Eaton, Benji Tarter, and Granozio along with sophomores Tyler Ehee, Harrison Ehee, Wes Yonish, and Zang in varsity matches. “I just had a JV match today and one of my little JV guys is shooting 38. I had another one the other day break 40 as a freshman. I remember when I started, the good freshmen were shooting in the high 40s. These kids are low 40s and every once in a while they break 40. We are trying to give everybody a feel for varsity, anybody can be up there.” S op h om or e Z a n g h as demonstrated that she has a strong enough game to hang with the boys. “She is crazy laid back, humble as can be,” said Severance, whose lineup has also featured junior Christopher Shen and senior Eden Richmond. “Somebody will say Maddie you had a good round and she will say Adam did too. I joke with her, how boring is your game, she never leaves the fairway from tee to green. Her woods are spot on accurate, straight down the middle.” Coming into the sectional, the PHS players did their homework. “They went down Friday and played Charleston Springs,” said Severance. “Pat [assistant coach Pat Noone] took them because the course is in his neighborhood, it is a course he plays all the time. He was teaching them some course management and some nuances of the greens. He said they all looked good, they loved the course.” With the CVC Tournament on the horizon, PHS figures to be in the hunt for a run at another title. “I like that it is more than one day, we are really excited,” said Severance, noting that the competition will be in a team format with a bracket rather than a one-day tournament. All in all, the season is shaping up as an exciting finale for Severance. “This is my 28th year, how crazy is that,” said Severance. “My daughter just had my first grandchild, I don’t want to miss that. They live in D.C. and I want to be able to pick up and go down there and stay with them. I said to the players, thank you for making my last year fantastic.” —Bill Alden
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When the Princeton High baseball team lost its first two games this season, Dom Capuano urged his players to concentrate on execution. “Our focus is the connection between mind and body, it is understanding what we need to do and then actually doing it and putting it into play,” said PHS head coach Capuano. “Having the conversation about it is nice but if we can’t translate it onto the field, it is only a conversation.” Getting the message, PHS edged Ewing 3-2 on April 24 and outslugged Nottingham 11-7 two days later to get on the winning track. L ast week, t he Tigers built on that, going 3-0 as they topped WW/P-South 6-0 in the first round of the CVC tournament on May 3, edged Lawrence 4-2 in extra innings two days later, and then defeated WW/P-South 6-4 in a rematch last Thursday. “In the back-to-back wins, the offense started to come around there,” said Capuano, referring to the victories over Ewing and Nottingham. “We are still trying to find our way a little but any time you can put up six runs, it is always good.” The win in the CVC opener over the Pirates was an impressive all-around effort for PHS. “We got a small lead, we had really good starting pitching from Tommy [ Delany] and then Kenny Schiavone comes in,” said Capuano, whose squad is seeded eighth in the CVC tourney and is slated to play at top-seeded Allentown on May 15 in a quarterfinal contest. “Kenny has been our best reliever, our go-to guy out of the bullpen. We were able to keep that 6-0 lead on Monday which is always nice.” In topping Lawrence, the Tigers showed resilience as they squandered a 2-0 lead but pushed across two runs in the top of the ninth to pull out the victory. “Early in the season we were losing these games and now we are starting to win them,” said Capuano. “We just have to continue to improve. When the caliber of teams like Hopewell, Notre Dame and Steinert come up again, we need to be winning those games as well.” While PHS wasn’t at its sharpest in beating WW/PSouth on Thursday, it got the job done. “That is the importance of continuing to score runs, we scored two in the second and it was a good thing we scored four in the sixth because you never know which run is going to win the game,” said Capuano. “I thought early the first, second inning we did a good job of working their starter and getting two runs across. Finally we got to their bullpen in the sixth and we score four runs. Had we done that earlier maybe the game is more in our favor and that is the message of yesterday.” In assessing his team’s recent surge, Capuano points to strong mound work as a key factor. “Our pitching has really
been good for the most part,” said Capuano. “Our starting pitching has been really good this year. Any time Tommy gets the ball, we expect a good outing. Jaxon [Petrone] has done pretty well, especially his last start. I had a conversation with him after the next day and said this is your best start, this is the best you have looked and the best you have felt. I showed him some numbers and said this is why. If you start doing this better, all of these starts can be like this.” The squad’s contingent of juniors has started to put up some numbers.
“It is two-thirds of the team,” said Capuano, who has 11 juniors on his roster. “Jensen Bergman is leading the team in hitting. He is the leadoff hitter, he has got the second most stolen bases. He is doing a good job. Drew Petrone is quietly hitting .300, he had a shaky couple of games but since then he has been doing well. Jaxon has come up with some big extra base hits.” While Capuano is happy with the win streak, he believes that PHS can’t be sat isf ied w it h one good stretch. “Any time you go 3-0 in a week, you are happy; we are above .500,” said Capuano, whose team hosts Robbinsville on May 12 and Trenton
Central on May 17 in regular season action. “We are getting there, we are in a good position in states. We still have an outside chance of getting a home states game which I could not tell you the last time that happened. We are doing the right things. This has to be celebrated today but we need more. We have to keep moving forward so that this is the standard. What I am really trying to hammer home to this group is that you can really set the standard here. You can be the impetus behind a home state game every year and be perennial state contenders, stuff like that which we are hoping for and we see the things there to do it.” —Bill Alden
ON A ROLL: Princeton High pitcher Jaxon Petrone fires a pitch in recent action. Junior standout Petrone has helped PHS post three straight wins and improve to 5-4. In upcoming action, the Tigers will look to keep on the winning track as they host Robbinsville on May 12 and Trenton Central on May 17. In addition, PHS will continue play in the CVC Tournament, where it is seeded eighth and is slated to play at top-seeded Allentown on May 15 in a quarterfinal contest. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
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Ali Surace emerged as a key defensive performer for the Princeton Day School girls’ lacrosse team as a freshman during the 2019 season. After not getting to play last year when the 2020 season was canceled due to the pandemic, Surace has transformed herself into a different player this spring, making an impact at the attacking end. “I feel like freshman year I played all defense, so it has been great to play midfield,” said junior standout Surace. “I have been working really hard on shooting more and attacking more because I am not normally in that role. I have been working on driving more and really working it up top.” Last Saturday against visiting Blair Academy, Surace d isplaye d her at tack ing prowess, tallying three goals and an assist but it wasn’t enough as a late PDS rally fell short in a 14-12 loss to the Buccaneers. “We star ted off really strong, I think in all of our games we have started off really strong,” said Surace, who notched two first half goals as the Panthers built an early 5-4 lead. “We have had a lot coming from the underclassmen like Tessa [ Caputo ] and Paige [Gardner]. Everybody worked really hard.” But Blair responded by ending the half with four straight goals to build an 8-5 advantage at halftime. After falling behind 11-6 early in the second half, PDS battled valiantly but never got closer than two goals. “We had some big plays and we were getting some big turnovers, we were getting better on the draws,” said Surace. “We had the heart. We were coming back, we just ran out of time.”
Surace, who also plays soccer and basketball at PDS, shows heart throughout the school year as she juggles the three sports. “I love playing every sport possible and I love competing,” said Surace. “I think it is great to be part of a team and compete.” She inherited that will to compete from her parents as Surace’s father, Bob, is a former All-Ivy League center for the Princeton University football team and has been the head coach of the program since the 2010 season and her mother, Lisa, starred for the Tiger women’s soccer team and is now the associate head of school at PDS. “We definitely have a very sports-minded household, we go on family runs or lift as a family,” said Surace, whose younger brother A.J. plays football and baseball at Notre Dame High. “Growing up in that environment has been amazing. I love it. Everything we do is about working hard and competing. They push me really hard which is great.” PDS head coach Jill Thomas likes the way Surace is competing this spring. “That was a goal of hers to get a hat trick and she got it; she is tough,” said Thomas of Surace. “It is tough to play midfield when we go up and down. She is doing a good job for us so we are real happy for her.” In reflecting on the rally against Blair, Thomas tipped her hat to the Panther defensive unit. “I think what I was most proud of today was Hailey Wexler in goal and that the defense did what we wanted them to do,” said Thomas. “I have got to give a shout out to the defense. Ella McIntyre, Alex Hollander, Vanessa Devin, and Caroline Topping came to play today.
We worked all of yesterday on talking and communication and we just shut them down.” T homas ack nowledged that her squad needed to be more flexible when Blair shut it down after its early run. “We start fast, they make an adjustment and we didn’t adjust,” said Thomas, whose team got off to an uncharacteristic slow start last Monday as third-seeded PDS fell 24-5 to second-seeded Trinity Hall in the state Prep B semis to move to 6-3. “We have got to do a better job of that when we have the ball.” With the Panthers hosting the Hun School on May 14 and the Hill School (Pa.) on May 18, Thomas will be looking for her squad to respond better when it is hit with a run of goals. “In close games, you have to have an answer, we had too big of a gap without an answer and then we rallied,” said Thomas. “We are down three, we have to answer. We can’t have three unanswered goals against those top teams. When we figure that out, we are going to be just fine.” Surace, for her part, believes that the Panthers have been rallying around each other as they have returned to action this spring. “We have been doing really well, it has been good,” said Surace. “We have really stepped up this season and everyone wants to win. Just to have a season this year is amazing.” —Bill Alden
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RACING TO GOAL: Princeton Day School girls’ lacrosse player Ali Surace sprints upfield in recent action. Last Saturday, junior midfielder Surace tallied three goals and an assist in a losing cause as PHS fell 14-12 to Blair Academy. On Monday, Surace scored two goals but it wasn’t enough as third-seeded PDS fell 24-5 at second-seeded Trinity Hall in the state Prep B semifinals. The Panthers, now 6-3, host the Hun School on May 14 and the Hill School (Pa.) on May 18. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
Freshman Hogshire Comes Up Big in Prep B Semis As PDS Boys’ Lacrosse Defeats Mo-Beard 10-6 Although the Princeton Day School boys’ lacrosse team was mired in a threegame losing streak as it hosted Morristown-Beard in the state Prep B semifinals last Monday, the Panthers were determined to maintain the program’s tradition of postseason success. “It is a playoff game, we don’t want to be the first team in the program that doesn’t win a championship in like four years,” said PDS freshman attackman Charlie Hogshire. The Panthers showed some championship mettle early in the contest, jumping out to a 3-0 lead. “We just punched them in the mouth in the middle of the field,” said Hogshire. “It just got it going. The face-off guy [Nick Somogyi] and the middies were creating tons of fast breaks. It is real easy to finish those on the offensive end.” After Mo-Beard answered with a three-goal run of its own in the second quarter, PDS finished the first half with two unanswered goals in the last two minutes of the second quarter and never looked back on the way to a 10-6 triumph. “That was the momentum shift,” said Hogshire of the Panther surge right before halftime. “I feel like going into the second half, the momentum was in our favor and then we finished it off from there.” Hogshire finished with three goals and an assist in the win as PDS improved to 3-6 and will now host second-seeded Montclair Kimberley Academy in the Prep B title game on May 12. “It was super exciting, I am really glad that I had the opportunity to play as a freshman,” said Hogshire, reflecting on his first state tournament game. “I think it has helped me a lot as a player.” Two other freshmen came up big for the Panthers against Mo-Beard as Logan Herrmann contributed two goals and Sebastian Rzeczycki chipped in a goal and two assists.
The trio of newcomers came into the season already on the same page. “It is really fun, I have been playing ball with them for four years,” said Hogshire. “There is no connection that needs to be developed, it is already there.” PDS head coach Joe Moore said that some soul searching helped pave the way for the win over Mo-Beard. “For the last two weeks, we have kind of looked at ourselves in the mirror as a unit,” said Moore. “We spent last Wednesday defining why each of us, everybody in the program, is here practicing and playing and is a member of the team. I think that exercise has turned the entire season around for us internally. We are playing with a purpose.” That purpose was reflected in some aggressive play at the attacking end. “Our offense is starting to play with some rhythm, you saw that today,” said Moore. “This was our best offensive game. What we have been talking about for the last couple of weeks is starting on the first whistle and ending on the last whistle.” Moore credited his freshman standouts with coming of age under tournament pressure. “Our young guys are starting to figure it out,” said Moore. “Charlie turned a corner today, his confidence is through the roof. Logan, a freshman middie, easily had his best game of the year. Sebastian is a quarterback out there as a freshman; I am really impressed with what he is doing.” The team’s intensity as it outfought the Crimson also impressed Moore. “The ground balls, that is what I was really proud of,” said Moore. “There was a lot of unsettled play today and we were scrappy. We were playing with a chip on their shoulder and we don’t forget what has happened already this season. They are angry about it.”
The PDS defense held the fort, allowing just one goal in the first 20 minutes of the second half. “Our defense has been solid all year; one thing we have talked to then about is figuring it out from the getgo and not having to wake up after the first half,” said Moore. “[Eric] Gellasch has been lights out all year in goal. Bruno [Cucchi] has been playing really well, playing their best guy. I can’t say enough about our defensive unit from the whole season.” With PDS hav ing won four Mercer County Tournament titles and three Prep B crowns in the last decade, the Panthers had special motivation to come through against Mo-Beard. “They understand the history of this program now and they are keeping that in perspective,” said Moore. “We had alumni come talk to us before the game today and I think that sent a message to our guys. They are playing with that in mind and they are playing for each other more than anything else.” In Moore’s view, his squad is poised to make more history when it hosts MKA in the title game. “We are going to build on what happened today and continue to play for ourselves and focus on ourselves, no matter who we play,” said Moore. “We are playing for us at the end of the day; I think that will be enough to get us through whoever we play. That is the new theme - we are playing for us, we are playing for each other.” Hogshire, for his part, is confident that PDS will battle hard to the final whistle with a championship on the line. “This is awesome, going into the championship, this is probably the best game we have played all year so we feel pretty good,” said Hogshire. “The focus is the same thing as today, just play smart and play hard. I think that has been the biggest shift in the trajectory of our season. Coming off that three-game losing streak shifted our effort.” —Bill Alden
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GOING HOG WILD: Princeton Day School boys’ lacrosse player Charlie Hogshire, right, looks to get past a defender last Monday as PDS hosted Morristown-Beard in the state Prep B semifinals. Freshman attacker Hogshire tallied three goals and an assist to help the top-seeded Panthers defeat fourth-seeded Mo-Beard 10-6. PDS will host second-seeded Montclair Kimberley in the Prep B title game on May 12. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
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Star Midfielder Brown Bringing Energy, Scoring As Hun Boys’ Lacrosse Gets Off to 4-2 Start W hen t he Hu n S chool boys’ lacrosse fell behind 2-0 to the Hill School (Pa.) last Wednesday, Randall Brow n took matters into his hands. The Hun post- graduate midfielder raced through the Blues defense and fired a shot into the back of the cage to narrow the gap to 2-1 with 5:50 left in the first quarter. After Hill responded w ith t wo straight goals, Brown was at it again t wo m inutes later, sprinting up the field and notching another tally to make it a 4-2 game. “I like to set the tone for our team and bring a lot of energy,” said Brown. “I was hoping we could make it a game in the first quarter.” Hill, though, dominated the game from there, reeli n g of f s i x u n a n s w e r e d goals in rolling to a 10-3 win. “We brought back the energy in the fourth quarter, we should have brought it earlier,” said Brow n, reflecting on the defeat. “We will work on it and make it better.”
T he energet ic Hill de fense, though, posed problems for the Raiders. “They like to press out, t hey li ke to ge t on ou r hands,” said Brown. “On ou r m a n u p, t h e y we re play ing harder than you would expect. They were definitely aggressive.” In order to get bet ter, Hun needs to find a better offensive rhythm. “It is slowing down the game for us,” said Brown, who helped Hun rebound from the loss to Hill with a 15-3 victory over Peddie two days later to improve to 4-2. “ W hen t hos e defens es press on us, we need to step up and play our game a n d m a ke s u re t hat we move the ball, catch it, and move it swiftly.” Brown is enjoying playing for new Hun head coach Jim Stagnitta, who has more than 30 years of experience guiding college and pro teams. “It is great, he has been a real help and an inspiration,” said Brown.
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“From t hat first week, we look like a completely d i f fe r e n t te a m . H e h a s definitely shaped us into a team.” Having come to Hun for a PG year before he heads to Hobart College, where he will be playing for its men’s lax program, Brown is looking to be a positive influence. “It is my first year here and as one of the older players, I just want to be a leader,” said Brown who previously played lacrosse and basketball at the Shipley School (Pa.). “I w a nt to h elp t h e s e guys. I try to give them the experience, the talks and the advice that I can before I ship off next year.” Brown has some simple advice for his teammates as Hun looks ahead to playing at the Lawrenceville School on May 13 and then hosting Bergen Catholic on May 18. “Ever yone needs to hit the wall, ever yone needs to throw and catch,” said Brown. “When we get back to basic fundamentals we will be ready.” —Bill Alden
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Junior Lefty DiMaggio Produces Mound Gem As Hun Baseball Blanks NY Power Poly Prep 4-0 Ryan DiMaggio didn’t have his best stuff as he pitched in the first inning for the Hun School baseball team last Wednesday against visiting New York powerhouse Poly Prep Country Day. The junior lefty gave up a hit to the leadoff batter and then picked him off first. The second hitter reached first base on an error, stole second, and got to third on a wild pitch. DiMaggio, though, was able to retire the next two hitters to get out of the jam unscathed. “In the first inning I had a fastball but the off speeds we re a l it t le of f,” s a i d DiMaggio. “Sometimes it happens in the first inning, I felt a little tight, a little sore.” Consulting with Hun pitching coach Steve Garrison between innings, DiMaggio realized that he had to mix his pitches to stymie Poly Prep. “We talked about after the first inning, my fastball was there so if I kept throwing that they would have touched me so we got that,” said DiMaggio. “Right in the third inning all of my off speed got there. I felt the change up and just having those three or four pitches really got t hem caught off guard.” Getting his breaking stuff going, DiMaggio found a rhy thm, striking out the side in the second inning. DiMaggio got a lift from his teammates in the bottom of the third when Carson Applegate smacked a tworun homer and Ben Petrone followed with a solo blast to put the Raiders up 3-0. “That was huge, we were in the dugout after Carson hit a home run and we were going crazy and then Ben hit his,” said DiMaggio. “He hit that and everyone went crazy. We knew that was a turning point because that doesn’t happen to them.” Buoyed by that outburst, DiMaggio got stronger as the game went on, ending up with eight strikeouts and yielding only two hits in going the distance as Hun prevailed 4-0. “I said to my boys when I came in, I think that sixth inning, I felt the most comfortable,” said DiMaggio. “The ball was coming out the best in those sixth, seventh innings. That is where I felt most confident. Once we put three on the board, I was saying sit back, you don’t need to do too much.” In reflecting on his performance, DiMaggio credited the influence of Garrison, a former Hun star hurler who went on to pitch in the pro ranks, including a short stint with New York Yankees. “It is just someone who you want to go to if you have to,” said DiMaggio. “I text him all the time when I am going to have my bullpen. He has been through it, he is a lefty like me. I say it every time, I want you to be here to work with me and look at what I am doing Having him here is a tremendous resource. In freshman year, I only had a fastball and a curveball; now I have fastball, curveball, slider, change up. That is all because of him 100 percent. Coming here every day, he helps me, whether it
is pitching, location. Whatever I need to work on, he has something for it.” DiMaggio, who has committed to attend Boston College and play for its baseball team, is enjoying getting the chance to bat and also to play first base when he isn’t on the mound. “In college, I will just be a pitcher but I love hitting,” said DiMaggio, who had a double against Poly Prep. “It is just fun and exciting; everyone who gets on base gets to do their celebration at second.” Hun head coach Tom Monfiletto was excited by DiMaggio’s mound effort against Poly Prep. “Ryan wanted the ball and he brought his best stuff — he was great,” said Monfiletto. “I think he just trusted himself, he didn’t try to do too much. He didn’t lose confidence in his breaking stuff. He wasn’t really feeling it that much in the first inning. He regrouped in the second inning and kept going with it and had a lot of success today. He built the confidence back up on the breaking stuff. It was the best I have ever seen him.” The best sequence of the game for Hun came with the back-to-back homers by Applegate and Petrone. “It is big-time baseball, it was great,” said Monfiletto. “It was big-time players that rose to the occasion in Carson and Ben. They put two fantastic swings that we see almost every single day in practice and they put it in the game and competition. It was really, really exciting. That was a fun inning.” The Raiders kept on having fun the rest of the week, defeating Lawrenceville 7-2 on Thursday to clinch the Mid-Atlantic Prep League (MAPL) title and then beat-
ing Holy Spirit 7-4 last Saturday to improve to 15-1. “Our guys see a lot of rankings on NJ.com and we are not eligible for those rankings so I think we use ever y single oppor tunity that we possibly can to prove to everybody that we can hang with the big dogs in the state,” said Monfiletto. “I feel like every single opportunity we have to play a really good team and a really good program and we play well and compete, it is absolutely a confidence booster. We hope to just keep riding it.” With Hun playing at Seton Hall Prep on May 14 and at Pope John XXIII on May 16, the Raiders will get the chance to build more confidence. “Our pitching has been phenomenal,” said Monfiletto in assessing his squad’s sizzling start. “We have had really good approaches at the plate which is something we work on constantly. They come in with tremendously manicured swings and then as a coaching staff we try to take those swings and develop an approach at the plate to compete in a game and they are executing it perfectly. DiMaggio and his teammates, for their part, are enjoying competing at a high level. “I think it is just the confidence we bring to every game,” said DiMaggio. “We come to every game saying look, we don’t get the recognition because we have the PGs. We don’t have the rankings, no one really knows about us. They know we have commits, they know we have bodies. We come out saying you don’t know what is about to hit you. The energy that we bring too is big. We get one hit and everyone goes crazy. We have that little fiesta thing where you jump in when someone scores.” —Bill Alden
MOUND GEM: Hun School junior star Ryan DiMaggio delivers a pitch last Wednesday against Poly Prep Country Day (N.Y.). DiMaggio came up big in the clash with the New York powerhouse, striking out eight and giving up two hits in earning a shutout as Hun prevailed 4-0. The Raiders, now 15-1, play at Seton Hall Prep on May 14 and at Pope John XXIII on May 16. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
Sof tball : Lexi Kobr yn had two hits in a losing cause as Hun fell 3-0 to Lawrenceville last Monday. The Raiders, now 7-3, play at the Hill School (Pa.) on May 13 and then start action in the state Prep A tournament on May 18. G irls’ Lacrosse : Running into a buzzsaw, Hun fell 16-6 at the Hill School (Pa.) last Saturday. The Raiders, who moved to 7-5 with the setback, play at the Peddie Baseball: Max Gibbard School on May 12 and at starred in a losing cause Princeton Day School on May 14 before hosting Pen- as fourth-seeded Pennington fell 4-3 to top-seeded nington on May 17. Morristow n-Beard last Monday in a state Prep B semifinal contest. Gibbard went 2-for-4 with a run as the Red Raiders moved to 5-6-1. Pennington hosts the Blair Academy on May 12, plays at South Brunswick on Baseball: Unable to get May 14, and then host St. its bats going, Lawrencev- Thomas Aquinas on May 18. ille fell 9-0 to St. Joseph Girls’ Lacrosse: Sparked ( Metuchen ) last Monday. by Jordan Mahony, PenThe Big Red were held to nington defeated the Pedfive hits as they dropped to die School 11-4 last Friday. 8-7. Lawrenceville plays at Mahony tallied four goals as Hill School on May 15 and the Red Raiders improved to then starts play in the state 5-5. Pennington hosts StuPrep A tournament. art Country Day on May 12 Boys’ Lacrosse : Post- and then plays at the Hun ing its fifth straight win, School on May 17. Lawrenceville defeated LaSalle College High ( Pa.) 13-10 last Friday. The Big Red, now 7-3, host the Hun School on May 13 and then play at the Hill School on May 15.
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PDS Sof tball : Getting limited to four hits, PDS fell 12-1 to the Peddie School last Monday. The Panthers, who moved to 3-2 with the defeat, were slated to play at Doane Academy in the semifinals of the state Prep B tournament on May 11
Softball: Monica Watson got the lone hit for PHS as it fell 10-0 to WW/P-South last Saturday. The Tigers, who moved to 0-8 with the loss, host Robbinsville on May 13, play at Nottingham on May 14, play at Allentown on May 15, and then host Trenton Central on May 18. Boys’ Tennis: Winning e ach m atch i n s t r a i g ht sets, PHS defeated Notre Dame 5-0 last Monday. The
Tigers, now 6-0, play at WW/P-South on May 14 and will also start competition in the CVC Tournament. Track: Competing in the CVC Showdown #3 at Hightstown High last Saturday, PHS produced some strong performances. On the boys’ side, Addison Motto placed sixth in the 800 meters. As for the girls, Yana Medvedeva took fifth in the 800 while Katherine Monroe and Ada Metaxas placed third and fourth, respectively, in the 110 hurdles. The girls’ 4x400 relay finished fourth.
Stuart Lacrosse: Emily Ix tallied six goals and an assist but it wasn’t enough as Stuart got edged 11-10 by South Br u nsw ick last Monday. The Tartans, now 1-8, play at Pennington on May 12, host Gill St. Bernard’s on May 14, and then play at East Brunswick on May 17.
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Giants got touchdowns from Henry Wilhelm and Corey Woodson and safeties from Neil Nair and Mac Sundgren in the win. For the Steelers, Milo Molina had a TD reception and Jaden Bartley rushed for touchdown. In Juniors ( ages 8 -11) games, the Princeton Sunoco Seahawks won 20-14 over the Christine’s Hope Steelers. Quiton deFaria scored a rushing touchdown and threw a TD pass to Mason Merse for the Seahawks. Car melo T hompson and Roy Bellace scored rushing touchdowns and Ilan Spiegel added a two-point conversion for the Steelers. The DZS Clinical Vikings edged the COE Smiles Patriots 2018 as Cooper Casto ran for two touchdowns and threw a touchdown to Teddy Sabatino. Eli Salganik added a touchdown pass to Malcolm Harris. For the COE Smiles Patriots, Devan Jayachandran scored on a TD run, threw a scoring pass to Sam Gibb, and ran back an interception for a touchdown. Maddox Slosberg led the Princeton Global Jets to victory over the UOA Giants 28-14, with a rushing touchdown and touchdown passes to Mike Widener and Max Prenner. For the UOA Giants, George Rieger had a rushing touchdown and threw a touchdown pass to John Monica with Jamie Monica contributing a safety. In the Rookie Division (ages 6-8), the COE Smiles Irish edged the Princeton Global Gators 42-35. For the Irish, Dylan Merse had a receiving TD, Aiden Spies two TD receptions, and Theo Salganik scored three TDs. Aidyn Shah had three TD runs in a losing cause for the Gators with Tony Liu rushing for two scores as well. The COE Smiles Cougars defeated the Princeton Global Tigers 2821. Brady Goldsmith had a key interception for the Cougars in the win while Hugh Kelly scored all three touchdowns for the Tigers.
In Senior Division (ages 11-14) action in the Princeton Junior Football League ( PJFL) last weekend, the Christine’s Hope Colts defeated the C5 Fund Jets 35-8. The Colts were led by Jacob Reece, who rushed for t wo touchdowns and had a TD reception. Langston Hinds had a TD reception and an interception in the win while Will Bednar ran for one score and threw two TD passes. The PBA-130 Vikings defeated the McCaffrey’s Bills 31-12 as Harry Stournaras threw touchdown passes to Ellinton Hinds and Griffen Ettenberg with Lee Miele adding a TD on the ground. Real Central NJ Soccer The Alizio Sealcoating Gi- Kicking Off on May 12 The Real Central NJ Socants edged the Petrone Associates Steelers 18-13. The cer (RCNJ) men’s team will
kick off its 2021 season on May 12 at 7 p.m. at Mercer County Community College in its first pre-professional match aga i ns t long t i m e league standouts, Ocean City Nor’Easters. The new club will debut with a largely local lineup of players, against a Nor’Easter team featuring many international players in both team’s first match in the Mid-Atlantic Division of the national fourth tier of US Soccer, USL League Two. “We’re in a tough division with teams that bring a lot of talent from all over the world,” said head coach Pat
Snyder. “But we’re here to prove that Central Jersey produces great players, and throw in a few internationals who mostly play at Central Jersey colleges, and I think we’ll have a passionate squad that will compete with everyone. It will be a lot of fun for everyone to watch them play, that’s for sure.” The RCNJ women’s team kicks off its campaign on May 23 at 6 p.m. against NJ Alliance at Mercer County Community College in that team’s competitive debut. T icke t s for a l l of t he club’s matches are available through its website at realcentralnj.soccer/tickets.
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and then host Rutgers Prep on May 13, play at Doane on May 15 and at Lawrenceville on May 18. Boys’ Tennis : Posting its third win on its last four m atch e s, PD S d efe ate d Morristown-Beard 4-1 last Thursday. The Panthers, now 3-4, host Hun School on May 13 and Rutgers Prep on May 14 before starting play in the state Prep B tournament on May 16.
PASSING FANCY: Princeton High girls’ lacrosse player Shoshi Henderson unloads the ball in recent action. Senior star and Pomona College-bound Henderson has triggered a five-game winning streak for PHS with her playmaking. Midfielder Henderson passed for 12 assists in a 16-2 win over WW/P-South last Wednesday and had 10 assists in a 15-4 win over Robbinsville two days later. This past Monday, Henderson tallied five goals and four assists as PHS topped Hightstown 17-2 and improved to 5-2. In upcoming action, the Tigers play at Allentown on May 12 and then host Notre Dame on May 17. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
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Katherine Boyd DalleNogare January 24, 1934 — May 2, 2021
Katherine Boyd DalleNogare, age 87, passed away peacefully with her sons Dominic and Peter by her side on May 2, 2021 after a brief illness. Katherine was born and raised in Princeton, N.J., where she was a lifelong resident. She was a graduate of St. Paul’s School, Cathedral High School, and Rider College. After graduating college she worked as a medical assistant for Princeton pediatrician Dr. Jeanette Munroe. After her marriage to Pietro DalleNogare she was a devoted wife and loving mother raising her two sons. Later she returned to work for Dr. Owen Shtier, Dr Miriam Reed, Thompson Land Co., and Princeton University where she transcribed the Woodrow Wilson Papers. Katherine was a devout Catholic and lifelong member of St. Paul’s Church in Princeton where she instructed Catholic education classes (CCD) to students. She was also a member of the Altar Rosary Society. Katherine enjoyed vacationing at the Jersey Shore. She loved nature, wildlife, gardening, knitting, flea markets, and yard sales. She took great pleasure working in her garden and feeding the squirrels and birds. Katherine also had a great talent for music — she played the piano, guitar, violin, accordion, and zither. Katherine is predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Pietro DalleNogare, mother Rose Mary Boyd and father Alexander Reid Boyd. She is survived by her loving sons Dominic and Peter both of Princeton, NJ, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. A funeral mass was celebrated at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Nassau Street followed by burial in the church cemetery on May 6, 2021. Arrangements were under the direction of the Kimble Funeral Home of Princeton, NJ. Katherine was a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother, and friend to many who will be greatly missed. May God keep her safe till we meet again!
Marjorie T. Weaver Marjorie T. Weaver, 95, formerly of Princeton, NJ, died Friday, May 7, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill, PA. She was born in Lewistown, PA, on July 13, 1925 to the late William Reed Teitsworth and Ruth (Isenberg). Marjorie was a Church Secretary at Nassau Presbyterian Church in Princeton, NJ, for many years until her retirement. She was a faithful member of her church which was her life and the center of her social circle. She is survived by nieces and nephews. Service is private and at the convenience of the family. Online expressions of sympathy
Richard Katen Having lived a life filled with gratitude for God’s blessings, Richard Aziz Katen, “Dick,” went home to God on May 10, 2021, in Princeton. He was 93. The son of loving parents, Aziz Katen and Olga Haddad Katen, Dick grew up in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, and attended Fort Hamilton High School. He was drafted immediately after graduation to serve in the U.S. Army of Occupation in Italy in WWII. After the war, he entered college and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Syracuse University College of Business Administration where he was recognized by Beta Gamma Sigma, the international business honor society. He then further served his country as a First Lieutenant in the Air Force in Korea and Japan during the Korean War. In 1955 he married Jeanne Marie Borab, and they were married for 66 years. They liked to say they met before they were even born. Their grandparents from both sides were founders of the Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church in Bay Ridge, so Dick and Jeanne grew up in the church. After Dick returned from Korea, they were married. Dick began his career in retail in the management training program of Abraham & Strauss. With his family that now included a baby daughter, he searched for the best possible location to both open a business and raise a family. He chose Princeton, and with his closest friend, opened Home Décor in the Princeton Shopping Center in 1957. For the next 30 years, until the store closed in 1987, shoppers were drawn not just by lovely home furnishings, but by the kind and loving man that would light up the room and put a smile on every face. Dick was a loyal member of Nassau Presbyterian Church where he served as both a Deacon and an Elder. He served on the board of the Princeton Cemetery for more than 25 years, was President of The Princeton Lions Club, volunteered at the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, and was an active member of The Old Guard of Princeton, The Nassau Club, and Mercer Investors. He was particularly proud to have served on the board of Crisis Ministry (now Arm in Arm), where he played a key role in transforming the food pantry operation to a store-model, enabling clients to shop and make their own grocery selections. For more than 36 years, Dick and Jeanne spent their winters in Florida where Dick was a volunteer pastoral visitor at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale. Always quick with a joke and a kind word, he brought comfort and love and made hospital life a little
easier for both staff and patients. Dick enjoyed traveling, reading, and following the markets. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by Jeanne Borab Katen, beloved wife of 66 years; daughter BJ and sonin-law William Katen-Narvell; granddaughters Alexandra, Victoria, and Elizabeth Katen-Narvell; and many nieces and nephews who held him dear. He is predeceased by his elder sisters Violet Miller, Laurice Freda, and Florence Traboulsi. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Nassau Presbyterian Church or Arm in Arm, both located at 61 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ 08542. Arrangements are under the direction of MatherHodge Funeral Home, Princeton.
Mary Anne Helms Mrs. Mary Anne Helms of Princeton, NJ, passed away peacefully at Penn Medicine Medical Center at Plainsboro on May 6, 2021 at age 82. Mary Anne was born in Jersey City, NJ, in November 1938 to her parents Anne Miriam and John Hehir. Both parents were retired New York City school teachers who moved to Princeton in 1976. Mary Anne grew up on Long Island and graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in Hempstead, New York. She then enrolled in Georgian Court College in New Jersey and graduated from Newton College of the Sacred Heart in Newton, MA, in 1960. She spent the summer after graduation on a student tour of Europe. Following a short stint as an elementary school teacher, she moved to Manhattan. She worked on Robert F. Kennedy’s senatorial campaign and moved to Washington, D.C. when he was elected. She moved back to Manhattan, after a short stay in Washington, D.C., and went into the design business. In 1976, she moved to Princeton to live with her parents. In 1982, she met and married Charles B. Helms of Princeton. He died late in 1984. In the 1990s she started a gift shop on Nassau Street, A Little Bit of What You Fancy. After the closure of the shop, she focused her energies on the care of her mother, who passed away in 2003. She then moved to Middletown, Rhode Island, to be near her friends from Newton College. In 2005, she moved back to Princeton where she resided until her demise. Predeceased by her parents, she is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, John J. Hehir, Jr. and Roswitha, of Skillman, NJ; a niece, Angelique Michelle Loveday of Jacksonville, FL; a nephew, John J. Hehir III of Dallas, TX; and grandniece, Jennifer Loveday Rowley and grandnephew, Nicholas Loveday, both of Jacksonville, FL. A funeral mass at St. Paul Church, Princeton, NJ, was
held on Monday, May 10, 2021, followed by burial in St. Paul Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions, in her memory, to Montgomery Township EMS, PO Box 105, Belle Mead, NJ 08502 are appreciated. Extend condolences and share memories at TheKimbleFuneralHome.com.
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Richard E. McCarron Richard “Rick” Eugene McCarron, 50, of West Windsor, NJ, passed away on Friday, May 7, 2021, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, with his beloved family by his side. Rick was born in Trenton, NJ and was a graduate of Northern Burlington Regional High School and Rider College. Before his retirement he was employed by the New Jersey State Parole Board, Division of Parole. During his time with Parole he earned the Meghan’s Law Support Award. Rick was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He was a well-respected coach adored by his children and others on baseball and softball Little League and travel teams. He was a passionate Philadelphia Eagles fan and reveled in their 2018 Superbowl Championship win for days. He loved all genres of music, especially The Beatles. Rick loved traveling the world with his family. He was proud of his Irish heritage and enjoyed celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day, his beloved mother’s birthday. He adored his faithful dogs, Bella and Finn. Rick was an avid reader and a quick-witted joke teller who loved to make people smile. Son of the late Richard Murphy and Patricia Theresa (Seifritz) McCarron and son-in-law of the late Susana Beatrice Juricic; he is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Patricia Susana (Juricic) McCarron; his children, Kaleigh Erin and Owen Marcel McCarron ; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Cheryl and Jeff Petrow of Clayton, Jacquelyn and George Massina of Hamilton, Kelly McCarron-Schwing and William “Buzz” Schwing of Princeton, and several beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at St. David the King R.C. Church, 1 New Village Road, West Windsor, NJ. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Simplicity Funeral and Cremation Services at Glackin Chapel, 136 Morrison Avenue, Hightstown, NJ. Due to funeral restrictions, the staff of Simplicity Funeral and Cremation Services at Glackin Chapel respectfully requests all funeral attendees wear a face covering during all services for Rick. We appreciate your cooperation. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Rick’s memory to the American Heart Association by visiting In Memory Of at inmemof.org.
Lucy Claire Graves McVicker was 90 years old when she passed quietly in her sleep on May 9, 2021. Her parents were Herber t Cor nelius Graves II and Josephine Lee Yost. She was born in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, PA, and grew up there and on a farm in Allegheny County, PA, with her sister, Nancy, and her brother, Herbert. They were a close-knit family. Lucy studied English and Art, and she received her B.A. from Principia College in Elsah, Illinois. She married Charles Taggart McVicker in 1954. They lived first at Fort Knox, KY, and in Los Angeles, CA, finally settling in Princeton, NJ, in 1957, where she lived the rest of her life. Her greatest pride was her family. She had four children: Lauri, Christopher, Bonnie, and Heather. Lucy loved nothing more than seeing their successes and supporting them in life’s trials. Lucy also had a successful career as an award-winning artist. After attending Parsons School of Design in New York City she continued to study and painted vigorously. As her creativity expressed itself, she became known, and her work is in many private and corporate collections. She was a founding member of the Princeton Artists
Alliance. Lucy has won prizes in art shows sponsored by The American Watercolor Society, The New Jersey Watercolor Society, and The Garden State Watercolor Society, and she is a signature member of each of these. Lucy was a devout member of the Christian Science Church, serving in many capacities. Her love of God was unending. She was also a member of the Mayflower Society as a descendent of Captain Myles Standish. Lucy loved every person she met. She embraced everyone with a huge smile, a hug, and a look that said, I want to know more about you. She loved to teach art, and many of her students, including family members, will never forget her patient, gentle lessons. The loss of Lucy’s presence will be felt by family, friends, and many in the Princeton community. She is predeceased in death by her son, Christopher. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Charles, and her daughters, Lauri McVicker, Bonnie Wilson, and Heather Teffenhart and their respective partner/spouses, Darlene Lowe, Peter Wilson, and Robert Teffenhart. She is also survived by her five grandchildren, Emily, Sarah, Trisha, Christine, and Daniel, as well as three great-grandchildren, Charles, William, and Olivia. A private memorial service will be held for the family this summer. Lucy loved the environment, especially birds, trees, and flowers. Donations in her memory may be given to the New Jersey Audubon Society: https://community. njaudubon.org/donate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mather-Hodge Funeral Home.
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Rose Belfiore Rickert passed away on May 3, 2021. Rose was born in North Hempstead, New York, on June 2, 1926 to Filomena and Alfonso Belfiore. Rose was married to Herb for 66 wonderful years before he passed away in 2017. She is predeceased by her son Ken and her granddaughter Allison. Surviving Rose are her children Nancy (Bert), Leslie (Jim), Don (Kay), and Neil (Susan). She leaves behind grandchildren Gwynne, Christopher, Amie, Keelan, Jaime, Emily, Ruth, and Ryan; and two great-grandchildren, Anselm and Cecilia. Rose also leaves behind a nephew, Dennis (Karin). The greatest source of happiness in her life was her family. The gathering of the “clan” for any occasion was a joyous, raucous, fun time. Although most of the cooking was done by the Chief Chef, she usually had more help than she needed! In demand were Rose’s lasagna, cheesecake, and “that dessert.” Her Easter pie was a once-a-year treat. Rose was also a very organized person, always anticipating what was needed. This includes this obituary which (for the most
part) is in her own words. As a member of All Saints’ Church in Princeton, NJ, Rose was active on several committees, but her first love was arranging flowers for the Sunday services and other occasions. Being an usher for many occasions was always an honor. She always considered All Saints’ Church her second home with a large, loving family. Rose’s last place of employment was Princeton Theological Seminary. She worked in several departments until becoming Business Manager for the quarterly journal, “Theology Today.” When grandchildren began arriving, she retired and spent many blissful hours with “the kids.” The family would like to acknowledge the love and support from Vitas Hospice, the 24-hour Springpoint aides, and especially from the remarkable staff at Meadow Lakes. We will forever be thankful for your exceptional care of Rose and support to our family. Memorial services are to be determined. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Womanspace, Inc. at womanspace.org.
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Princeton – $125 each 1 parking space available now, 2 blocks from Nassau Street. Princeton – $1700/mo. Includes heat & water. Apts. #1 & #2. 1 BR, LR & Eat-in Kitchen. Available June 8, 2021. Princeton – $1900/mo. Includes heat, water & 1 parking space. Apt. #1, 2nd floor, 1 BR, LR, Eat-in Kitchen. Available June 8, 2021. Princeton – $1900/mo. Plus utilities. Includes 1 parking space. 1st floor, 1 BR, LR & Eatin Kitchen. Available with 2 week notice. Maximum occupancy 1. STOCKTON MEANS fULL SERViCE REAL ESTATE We list, We sell, We manage. If you have a house to sell or rent we are ready to service you! Call us for any of your real estate needs and check out our website at: http://www.stockton-realtor.com
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Sales Representative/Princeton Residential Specialist, MBA, ECO-Broker Princeton Office 609-921-1900 | 609-577-2989(cell) | info@BeatriceBloom.com | BeatriceBloom.com
LAwN MAiNTENANCE: Prune shrubs, mulch, cut grass, weed, leaf clean up and removal. Call (609) 954-1810; (609) 240-6404. 03-31-14t ROSA’S CLEANiNG SERViCE LLC Offering professional cleaning services in the Princeton community for more than 28 years! Weekly, biweekly, monthly, move-in/move-out services for houses, apartments, offices & condos. As well as, GREEN cleaning options! Outstanding references, reliable, licensed & trustworthy. If you are looking for a phenomenal, thorough & consistent cleaning, don’t hesitate to call (609) 751-2188. 05-05-4t hOUSECLEANiNG/ hOUSEKEEPiNG: Professional cleaning service. Experienced, references, honest & responsible. Reasonable price. Call Ursula (609) 635-7054 for free estimate. 05-05-6t hOUSECLEANiNG: Experienced, English speaking, great references, reliable with own transportation. Weekly & bi-weekly cleaning. Green cleaning available. Susan, (732) 873-3168. I have my own PPE for your protection. 05-05-9t ANNA CLEANiNG SERViCE: Polish precision & detail. Residential & commercial. Available cleaning by owner. Very good references from long-term clients. Free estimates. Please call or text Anna, (609) 4563583. 05-12-8t hOME REPAiR SPECiALiST: Interior/exterior repairs, carpentry, trim, rotted wood, power washing, painting, deck work, sheet rock/ spackle, gutter & roofing repairs. Punch list is my specialty. 40 years experience. Licensed & insured. Call Creative Woodcraft (609) 586-2130 07-15-21
Employment Opportunities in the Princeton Area TRANSPORTATiON NEEDED: Most weekdays, A.M. Princeton to Skillman; P.M. Skillman to Princeton. Can pay $20 per trip. Must be non-smoker. MUST take American Express! Lease message anytime, (609) 683-5456, slederman@ bloomberg.net 05-05-2t
SUMMER SChOOL TEAChERS Needed in Geometry, Geometry Honors, PreCalculus Honors, and Calculus. June 28 to August 6. Peddie Summer School in Hightstown. Contact dmartin@peddie.org 04-21-4t
908.359.8388
Route 206 • Belle Mead
ChEf MANAGER: The Whole Earth Center is looking for a creative & passionate Chef Manager to lead our vegetarian deli/ cafe. Our food is prepared on-site every day from fresh, whole, organic ingredients by our capable & experienced team. We make over 95% of our soups, entrees & salads from scratch using organic & seasonally available, local vegetables. Come lead our dedicated team while making a difference in the wellness of our community. This position entails all aspects of food service in a retail setting from menu planning, cooking, supervising retail & kitchen staff, budgeting, ordering & receiving & modeling & providing outstanding customer service. Competitive pay, paid vacation & holidays, health, dental & life insurance, generous discount, supportive work environment. Please send cover letter & resume to jmurray@wholeearthcenter.com For more information please visit the full job description at www. wholeearthcenter.com under Job Descriptions or go to this link: https:// www.wholeearthcenter.com/jobs 05-05-2t
Nelson Glass & Aluminum Co. “Yes, we also rescreen screens: regular & pawproof.”
741 Alexander Rd, Princeton • 924-2880
Witherspoon Media Group Custom Design, Printing, Publishing and Distribution
· Newsletters · Brochures · Postcards · Books · Catalogues · Annual Reports For additional info contact: melissa.bilyeu@ witherspoonmediagroup.com
i bUY ALL KiNDS of Old or Pretty Things: China, glass, silver, pottery, costume jewelry, evening bags, fancy linens, paintings, small furniture, etc. Local woman buyer. (609) 9217469. 09-30-21 bUYiNG: Antiques, paintings, Oriental rugs, coins, clocks, furniture, old toys, military, books, cameras, silver, costume & fine jewelry. Guitars & musical instruments. I buy single items to entire estates. Free appraisals. (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22 JOES LANDSCAPiNG iNC. Of PRiNCETON Property Maintenance and Specialty Jobs Commercial/Residential Over 45 Years of Experience •Fully Insured •Free Consultations Email: joeslandscapingprinceton@ gmail.com Text (only) (609) 638-6846 Office (609) 216-7936 Princeton References •Green Company HIC #13VH07549500 06-03-21
4438 Route 27 North, Kingston, NJ 08528-0125 609-924-5400
ESTATE LIQUIDATION SERVICE: I will clean out attics, basements, garages & houses. Single items to entire estates. No job too big or small. In business over 35 years, serving all of Mercer County. Call (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22 WHAT’S A GREAT GIFT FOR A FORMER PRINCETONIAN? A Gift Subscription! Call (609) 924-2200 ext 10; circulation@towntopics.com tf
WE BUY CARS Belle Mead Garage (908) 359-8131 Ask for Chris tf DO YOU HAVE ITEMS YOU’D LIKE TO BUY OR SELL? Consider placing a classified ad! Call (609) 924-2200 ext. 10; classifieds@towntopics.com DEADLINE: Tues before 12 noon tf
HOUSECLEANER/ORGANIZER ELDERCARE available Monday-Friday, 9-3. Has own transportation. Speaks English. Pet friendly. (609) 635-2588. 05-05-3t KOALA CLEANING SERVICE, LLC: Residential & Commercial cleaning. 20% off your first cleaning! Phone: (267) 990-5901 info@koalacleaningservice.com www.koalacleaningservice.com Company is insured. 04-07-8t LAWN MAINTENANCE: Prune shrubs, mulch, cut grass, weed, leaf clean up and removal. Call (609) 954-1810; (609) 240-6404.
HOUSECLEANING: Experienced, English speaking, great references, reliable with own transportation. Weekly & bi-weekly cleaning. Green cleaning available. Susan, (732) 873-3168. I have my own PPE for your protection. 05-05-9t ANNA CLEANING SERVICE: Polish precision & detail. Residential & commercial. Available cleaning by owner. Very good references from long-term clients. Free estimates. Please call or text Anna, (609) 4563583. 05-12-8t HOME REPAIR SPECIALIST: Interior/exterior repairs, carpentry, trim, rotted wood, power washing, painting, deck work, sheet rock/ spackle, gutter & roofing repairs. Punch list is my specialty. 40 years experience. Licensed & insured. Call Creative Woodcraft (609) 586-2130 07-15-21
03-31-14t ROSA’S CLEANING SERVICE LLC Offering professional cleaning services in the Princeton community for more than 28 years! Weekly, biweekly, monthly, move-in/move-out services for houses, apartments, offices & condos. As well as, GREEN cleaning options! Outstanding references, reliable, licensed & trustworthy. If you are looking for a phenomenal, thorough & consistent cleaning, don’t hesitate to call (609) 751-2188. 05-05-4t HOUSECLEANING/ HOUSEKEEPING: Professional cleaning service. Experienced, references, honest & responsible. Reasonable price. Call Ursula (609) 635-7054 for free estimate. 05-05-6t
I BUY ALL KINDS of Old or Pretty Things: China, glass, silver, pottery, costume jewelry, evening bags, fancy linens, paintings, small furniture, etc. Local woman buyer. (609) 9217469. 09-30-21 BUYING: Antiques, paintings, Oriental rugs, coins, clocks, furniture, old toys, military, books, cameras, silver, costume & fine jewelry. Guitars & musical instruments. I buy single items to entire estates. Free appraisals. (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22 TOWN TOPICS CLASSIFIEDS GETS TOP RESULTS! Whether it’s selling furniture, finding a lost pet, or having a garage sale, TOWN TOPICS is the way to go! We deliver to ALL of Princeton as well as surrounding areas, so your ad is sure to be read. (609) 924-2200 ext. 10; classifieds@towntopics.com tf
American Furniture Exchange
30 Years of Experience!
Antiques – Jewelry – Watches – Guitars – Cameras Books - Coins – Artwork – Diamonds – Furniture Unique Items
LARGE YARD SALE: 11 Cleveland Lane, Princeton (just off Bayard). Many vintage & household items, glassware, antiques, wall art, toys, books & lightly used clothing. Too much to list, gathered over 2 years! Saturday, May 15 from 8 am1 pm. 05-12
COMING SOON! House For Sale By Owner 4 Bed, 3 Bath, Office, Garage 90’ x 148’ lot
OPEN HOUSE
I Will Buy Single Items to the Entire Estate! Are You Moving? House Cleanout Service Available!
609-306-0613
Daniel Downs (Owner) Serving all of Mercer County Area
May 29, 30, & 31
www.116PattonAve.com
MOVING SALE ANTIQUES: Capodimonte Lamp, 35”h w/shade $250; Hall chair walnut w/needlepoint $450; Oil painting Beer Drinkers Hein Van Doren 36”w x 40”h $700; Oil painting Violin Player C. Stewart 36”w x 48”h $400; Oak sideboard $250; Limoges, gold waterlily edged fish plates, 14 plates & a gorgeous large platter. Price tbd. (609) 737-9039. 05-12 PRINCETON MOVING SALE 19 Walker Drive (Ettl Farm). Friday & Saturday, May 14 & 15 from 9:30-3. Lovely furnishings, Ethan Allen DR, upholstered pieces, sectional, full kitchen. lots of decorative accessories, bedrooms, outdoor furniture, lots of miscellaneous. Photos can be seen on estatesales.net, MG Estate Services. COVID protocol in place, please wear a mask. 05-12 STRING LESSONS LIVE OR ONLINE: VIOLIN/VIOLA LESSONS. Fiddling, Traditional & Suzuki Methods. Ms. D., Master Of Music, violin/viola pedagogy. Teaches all ages/levels, in Princeton area since 1995. FREE INTRO LESSON. Call (609) 924-5933 or (609) 706-2209. cldamerau@yahoo.com 05-12 HOME HEALTH AIDE: 25 years of experience. Available mornings to take care of your loved one, transport to appointments, run errands. I am well known in Princeton. Top care, excellent references. The best, cell (609) 356-2951; or (609) 751-1396. tf CARPENTRY/ HOME IMPROVEMENT in the Princeton area since 1972. No job too small. Call Julius Sesztak, (609) 466-0732
PENDING
Pennington | $375,000
Lawrenceville | $425,000
Montgomery | $525,000
Lawrenceville | $365,000
Wonderful home in a stellar location, within minutes of Historic Washington Crossing Park, award-winning Hopewell Valley Regional School District, close to major highways, and shopping.
Beautiful spacious 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Colonial, situated on .40 Acre professionally landscaped corner lot, features a formal Living Room, Dining Room and large Den with brick Fire Place.
A lovely 1922 Four Square style 3 bedroom Colonial provides unique ambiance and warmth in historic Blawenburg.
Lovely rancher 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1 car garage and a nice fenced in yard.
Barrington Cross | 609-915-2771
Lisa Folmer | 609-213-0905
Uberto Rodas | 609-649-8487
Robert Levine | 609-273-3621
PENDING
PENDING
East Brunswick | $1,250,000
Montgomery | $1,148,000
Princeton | $450,000
Montgomery | $435,000
Tucked away at the end of a prestigious cul de sac in the Farrington Lake section of East Brunswick, is 6 Kulessa Ct. This stately 5500 sqft colonial boasts 5BR, 4.5BA, and sits on a large corner lot (1.81AC).
Beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the highly desirable Montgomery Township with top-rated public and private schools.
Walk outside your secure building and leisurely stroll around the quaint town of Princeton or walk across the street to Princeton University.
A treasure in the heart of historic Montgomery Township. Old world charm meets traditional craftsmanship featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths.
Leyla Bortnowski | 732-762-5741
Joe Marino | 732-947-8582
Claudia Ryan | 908-227-6084
Maria DePasquale | 609-851-2377
tf HANDYMAN–CARPENTER: Painting, hang cabinets & paintings, kitchen & bath rehab. Tile work, masonry. Porch & deck, replace rot, from floors to doors to ceilings. Shelving & hook-ups. ELEGANT REMODELING. You name it, indoor, outdoor tasks. Repair holes left by plumbers & electricians for sheetrock repair. RE agents welcome. Sale of home ‘checklist’ specialist. Mercer, Hunterdon, Bucks counties. 1/2 day to 1 month assignments. CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED, Covid 19 compliant. Active business since 1998. Videos of past jobs available. Call Roeland, (609) 933-9240. tf
PENDING
PENDING
Ewing | $462,000
Trenton | $205,000
Hopewell | $599,000
Fully renovated MOVE-IN READY 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch on 1.3 acres of land in Mountainview!
Be a homeowner! Move in and relax on your front porch. The home has a fabulous large yard including a deck, shed and an enormous 2 car garage with electric.
Enjoy a Princeton mailing address in the scenic community of Hopewell Twp. with unique upscale features.
Nancy Recine | 609-516-9296
Claudia Ryan | 908-227-6084
Claudia Ryan | 908-227-6084
PROFESSIONAL BABYSITTER Available for after school babysitting in Pennington, Lawrenceville, and Princeton areas. Please text or call (609) 216-5000 tf
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TOWN TOPICS CLASSIFIEDS GETS TOP RESULTS! Whether it’s selling furniture, finding a lost pet, or having a garage sale, TOWN TOPICS is the way to go! We deliver to ALL of Princeton as well as surrounding areas, so your ad is sure to be read. (609) 924-2200 ext. 10; classifieds@towntopics.com tf
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MOORE’S CONSTUCTION HOME IMPROVEMENTS LLC carpenter • builder • cabinet maker complete home renovations • additions 609-924-6777
CREATIVE WOODCRAFT, INC. Carpentry & General Home Maintenance
James E. Geisenhoner Home Repair Specialist
609-586-2130
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PRINCETON, NJ
609-683-4013
Family Serving Princeton 100 Years. Free Estimates
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Easy repeat gutter cleaning service offered without pushy sales or cleaning minimums!
609-921-2299
A Tradition of Quality
Erick Perez
Fully insured 15+ Years Experience Call for free estimate Best Prices
(609)737-2466
Serving the Princeton Area since 1963 Find us on Facebook and Instagram
Specializing in the Unique & Unusual CARPENTRY DETAILS ALTERATIONS • ADDITIONS CUSTOM ALTERATIONS HISTORIC RESTORATIONS KITCHENS •BATHS • DECKS
Professional Kitchen and Bath Design Available
609-466-2693
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WE BUY CARS
HD
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House Painting Interior/Exterior - Stain & Varnish (Benjamin Moore Green promise products)
Wall Paper Installations and Removal Plaster and Drywall Repairs • Carpentry • Power Wash Attics, Basements, Garage and House Cleaning
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609-227-8928
Email: HDHousePainting@gmail.com LIC# 13VH09028000 www.HDHousePainting.com
References Available Satisfaction Guaranteed! 20 Years Experience Licensed & Insured Free Estimates Excellent Prices
American Furniture Exchange
30 Years of Experience!
Antiques – Jewelry – Watches – Guitars – Cameras Books - Coins – Artwork – Diamonds – Furniture Unique Items I Will Buy Single Items to the Entire Estate! Are You Moving? House Cleanout Service Available!
609-306-0613
Daniel Downs (Owner) Serving all of Mercer County Area
LAWN MAINTENANCE: Prune shrubs, mulch, cut grass, weed, leaf clean up and removal. Call (609) 954-1810; (609) 240-6404. 03-31-14t ROSA’S CLEANING SERVICE LLC Offering professional cleaning services in the Princeton community for more than 28 years! Weekly, biweekly, monthly, move-in/move-out services for houses, apartments, offices & condos. As well as, GREEN cleaning options! Outstanding references, reliable, licensed & trustworthy. If you are looking for a phenomenal, thorough & consistent cleaning, don’t hesitate to call (609) 751-2188. 05-05-4t
Belle Mead Garage (908) 359-8131 Ask for Chris
HOUSECLEANING/ HOUSEKEEPING: tf
DO YOU HAVE ITEMS YOU’D LIKE TO BUY OR SELL? Consider placing a classified ad! Call (609) 924-2200 ext. 10; classifieds@towntopics.com DEADLINE: Tues before 12 noon tf LARGE YARD SALE: 11 Cleveland Lane, Princeton (just off Bayard). Many vintage & household items, glassware, antiques, wall art, toys, books & lightly used clothing. Too much to list, gathered over 2 years! Saturday, May 15 from 8 am1 pm. 05-12 MOVING SALE ANTIQUES: Capodimonte Lamp, 35”h w/shade $250; Hall chair walnut w/needlepoint $450; Oil painting Beer Drinkers Hein Van Doren 36”w x 40”h $700; Oil painting Violin Player C. Stewart 36”w x 48”h $400; Oak sideboard $250; Limoges, gold waterlily edged fish plates, 14 plates & a gorgeous large platter. Price tbd. (609) 737-9039. 05-12
Highest Quality Seamless Gutters. Experience and Quality Seamless Gutters Installed
ESTATE LIQUIDATION SERVICE: I will clean out attics, basements, garages & houses. Single items to entire estates. No job too big or small. In business over 35 years, serving all of Mercer County. Call (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22
PRINCETON MOVING SALE 19 Walker Drive (Ettl Farm). Friday & Saturday, May 14 & 15 from 9:30-3. Lovely furnishings, Ethan Allen DR, upholstered pieces, sectional, full kitchen. lots of decorative accessories, bedrooms, outdoor furniture, lots of miscellaneous. Photos can be seen on estatesales.net, MG Estate Services. COVID protocol in place, please wear a mask. 05-12 STRING LESSONS LIVE OR ONLINE: VIOLIN/VIOLA LESSONS. Fiddling, Traditional & Suzuki Methods. Ms. D., Master Of Music, violin/viola pedagogy. Teaches all ages/levels, in Princeton area since 1995. FREE INTRO LESSON. Call (609) 924-5933 or (609) 706-2209. cldamerau@yahoo.com 05-12 HOME HEALTH AIDE: 25 years of experience. Available mornings to take care of your loved one, transport to appointments, run errands. I am well known in Princeton. Top care, excellent references. The best, cell (609) 356-2951; or (609) 751-1396. tf CARPENTRY/ HOME IMPROVEMENT in the Princeton area since 1972. No job too small. Call Julius Sesztak, (609) 466-0732 tf HANDYMAN–CARPENTER: Painting, hang cabinets & paintings, kitchen & bath rehab. Tile work, masonry. Porch & deck, replace rot, from floors to doors to ceilings. Shelving & hook-ups. ELEGANT REMODELING. You name it, indoor, outdoor tasks. Repair holes left by plumbers & electricians for sheetrock repair. RE agents welcome. Sale of home ‘checklist’ specialist. Mercer, Hunterdon, Bucks counties. 1/2 day to 1 month assignments. CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED, Covid 19 compliant. Active business since 1998. Videos of past jobs available. Call Roeland, (609) 933-9240. tf PROFESSIONAL BABYSITTER Available for after school babysitting in Pennington, Lawrenceville, and Princeton areas. Please text or call (609) 216-5000 tf
Professional cleaning service. Experienced, references, honest & responsible. Reasonable price. Call Ursula (609) 635-7054 for free estimate. 05-05-6t HOUSECLEANING: Experienced, English speaking, great references, reliable with own transportation. Weekly & bi-weekly cleaning. Green cleaning available. Susan, (732) 873-3168. I have my own PPE for your protection. 05-05-9t ANNA CLEANING SERVICE: Polish precision & detail. Residential & commercial. Available cleaning by owner. Very good references from long-term clients. Free estimates. Please call or text Anna, (609) 4563583. 05-12-8t HOME REPAIR SPECIALIST: Interior/exterior repairs, carpentry, trim, rotted wood, power washing, painting, deck work, sheet rock/ spackle, gutter & roofing repairs. Punch list is my specialty. 40 years experience. Licensed & insured. Call Creative Woodcraft (609) 586-2130 07-15-21 I BUY ALL KINDS of Old or Pretty Things: China, glass, silver, pottery, costume jewelry, evening bags, fancy linens, paintings, small furniture, etc. Local woman buyer. (609) 9217469. 09-30-21 BUYING: Antiques, paintings, Oriental rugs, coins, clocks, furniture, old toys, military, books, cameras, silver, costume & fine jewelry. Guitars & musical instruments. I buy single items to entire estates. Free appraisals. (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22 JOES LANDSCAPING INC. OF PRINCETON Property Maintenance and Specialty Jobs Commercial/Residential Over 45 Years of Experience •Fully Insured •Free Consultations Email: joeslandscapingprinceton@ gmail.com Text (only) (609) 638-6846 Office (609) 216-7936 Princeton References •Green Company HIC #13VH07549500 06-03-21 TOWN TOPICS CLASSIFIEDS GETS TOP RESULTS! Whether it’s selling furniture, finding a lost pet, or having a garage sale, TOWN TOPICS is the way to go! We deliver to ALL of Princeton as well as surrounding areas, so your ad is sure to be read. (609) 924-2200 ext. 10; classifieds@towntopics.com tf ESTATE LIQUIDATION SERVICE: I will clean out attics, basements, garages & houses. Single items to entire estates. No job too big or small. In business over 35 years, serving all of Mercer County. Call (609) 306-0613. 06-30-22
HOUSECLEANER/ORGANIZER ELDERCARE available Monday-Friday, 9-3. Has own transportation. Speaks English. Pet friendly. (609) 635-2588. 05-05-3t
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KOALA CLEANING SERVICE, LLC: Residential & Commercial cleaning. 20% off your first cleaning! Phone: (267) 990-5901 info@koalacleaningservice.com www.koalacleaningservice.com Company is insured. 04-07-8t
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WE BUY CARS Belle Mead Garage (908) 359-8131 Ask for Chris tf
with over $300,000 in Upgrades
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Bucks County’s Most Exclusive Gated Community Our quick-delivery homes sold out in record time last fall, so we have made additional homes available for quick delivery this spring – including more than $300,000 in upgrades.
Featuring open floor plans with elegant finishes, these exclusive homes span 3,600 square feet, offering all the privacy, space, and luxury you could want. • Full Basement
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In-person tours available by appointment. Starting at $1,575,000. 215.862.5800 | RabbitRunCreek.com | Rte 202 (Lower York Road) & Rabbit Run Drive, New Hope, PA
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Newly Priced: Sans Souci - Custom Built In a Private Setting 4BR/5.1BA 4,700SF 6.3AC + Additional 2AC Available Custom, Quality Construction Open Floor Plan LEED-Certified, Sustainable Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Washington Crossing, PA Kurfiss.com/PABU519304 $2,049,000 Additional 2 AC Parcel Available for $400,000
Custom Residences With Exceptional Views
Spring Meadow Farm & Estate
Lots & Home Packages Available Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Cary Simons: 484.431.9019 Tinicum Township, PA Pinnacleatrollinghills.com Lots Starting at $300,000
5BR/3.3BA 4,811SF 18.34AC Private Many Outbuildings Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Buckingham Township, PA Kurfiss.com/PABU518526 $5,950,000
The Bauhaus-Inspired Arthaus
Newly Listed: Highland Manor
3BR/3.1BA Amenities 1-Car Parking 10-Yr. Tax Abatement Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA Kurfiss.com $3,651,700
5BR/7.2BA 3.11AC Pool & Spa Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Kevin Steiger: 215.519.1746 Upper Makefield Township, PA Kurfiss.com/PABU525404 $3,295,000
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Thornewood Farm
Open House: Sunday, 5/16 from 1:00 - 3:00
4BR/5.3BA 12,000SF 35.89AC Custom Home 19-Stall Barn Cary Simons: 484.431.9019 Stockton, NJ Kurfiss.com/NJHT106828 $3,295,000
5BR/6.1BA 4.22AC Gourmet Kitchen $100,000 Pool Credit Lisa Frushone: 908.413.0156 403 Rockwood Path, New Hope, PA Kurfiss.com/PABU521310 $2,495,000
2100 Hamilton: New Exclusive Residences
The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, 24B
2BR/2.1BA 1,780SF Heated Terraces 10-Yr. Tax Abatement Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 Art Museum Area, Philadelpha, PA Kurfiss.com/PAPH983150 $2,196,000
3BR/3.1BA 2,046SF 10’ Ceilings Hardwood Flrs. Amenities Curt Bosson: 970.309.7224 Center City, Philadelphia, PA Kurfiss.com/PAPH908814 $1,699,000
The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Unit 35F
Newly Listed: Equestrian Facility on 62 Acres
2BR/2.1BA 1,645SF 10’ Ceilings Hardwood Flrs. Amenities Curt Bosson: 970.309.7224 Center City, Philadelphia, PA Kurfiss.com/PAPH974528 $1,500,000
Large Indoor Arena 2 Outdoor Rings 44 & 10 Stall Barns Chris Preston: 215.262.9609 Ringoes, NJ Kurfiss.com/NJHT107050 $1,495,000
The Residences at Rabbit Run Creek
Independence Court Townhome
3BR/3.1BA 3,700SF Custom New Construction Douglas Pearson: 267.907.2590 New Hope, PA Kurfiss.com/PABU2000170 $1,482,000
3BR/3.1BA 2,447SF 4-Story Corner Unit Elevator Garage Joy Harris: 215-582-3654 Queen Village, Philadelphia, PA Kurfiss.com/PAPH1000266 $810,000
Experience Property Videos and 3D Walk-Through Tours at Kurfiss.com 215.794.3227 New Hope Rittenhouse Square Chestnut Hill Bryn Mawr © 2021 Affiliates LLC. All Rights Reserved. SIR® is a registered trademark licensed to SIR Affiliates LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.
AUNT MOLLY ROAD • HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP $9,750,000 Norman T Callaway, Jr • 609.647.2001 Ca l l awayHenders on.com/id/NJME307786
NEWLY PRICED KATIES POND • PRINCETON $3,999,000 Norman T Callaway, Jr • 609.647.2001 C a l l awayHenders on.com/id/NJME308590
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