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SCOTCH PlAlWS THE TIMES of FANWOOD Scotch Plains - Fanwood Published Thursday, January 9,1997 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS WALKING TRAIL IN BROOKSIDE PARK PROPOSED BY NEW MAYOR Mrs. Schmidt Takes Oath as Mayor; Mrs. Papen Named Deputy Mayor; Dr. Marks Joins Township Council By JEANNE WHITNEY year terms on the all-Republican Tompkin, Maria Sartor and Victor Specially Writtrnfor The Times for the coming year, with an empha- governing body. Councilman Rob- DiFrancesco. Joseph Doyle and ' sis on planning in order to avoid Veteran Scotch Plains Republi- ert E. Johnston was appointed to Steven Prato will serve as first and over-development of the township's can Council woman Irene T. Schmidt the Planning Board and will serve second alternates for two years. remaining open spaces while look- was sworn in as Mayor of the town- as the township's representative to Board of Adjustment members ing at zoning laws and natural re- ship for the fourth time, at a New the Plainfield Area Regional Sew- Thomas Barth and Timothy Livolsi sources. Year's Day reorganization meeting erage Authority. New Jersey State were reappointed for four-year Mayor Schmidt said she is also before approximately 100 people Senator Donald T. DiFrancesco was terms and Francis Rossi will be interested in protecting historical fea- in the Municipal Building. Coun- reappointed as Township Attorney. second alternate for a two-year pe- tures of the township, revitalization cilwoman Joan Papen will be William A. Burke for The Tlmtta Temporary budget appropriations riod. of the downtown and looking at traf- Deputy Mayor. TAKING HIS OATH...Dr. Martin Marks takes the oath oFflfRce New Year's were adopted by the new Mayor Among other duties, Councilman fic flow on main avenues, incorpo- Day to become the newest member of the Scotch Plains Township Council. At the same time, Councilman and Township Council for McClintock will serve as Council rating the use of new technology, Looking on are his wife and children. He takes the seat of Alan M.Augustine who William E. McClintock, Jr. and $4,018,245. Liaison to the Board of Education. upgrading the sewerage pumping sta- retired in order to fully concentrate his efforts at the state level where he serves newly-elected Councilman Dr. Mar- Residents appointed to the Plan- Mayor Schmidt, who last served tions and preserving community in the Assembly. tin Marks were sworn in for four- ning Board for four years are George as Mayor in 1992, and in 1987 and safety. 1984 before that, will complete her "We must be ever mindful of the fourth term on the council at the quality-of-life issues, reflective of Councilmen Jung and Kline Take Oath of Office; end of this year. She is a legislative our cultural and traditional values aide in Senator DiFrancesco's local and planning for those issues is the office. key to maintaining and enhancing Mrs. Schmidt's selection as that which we hold dear in Scotch Mayor Recalls 'Firsts and Farewells' of '96 Mayor by the council, follows the By SUZETTE STALKER reorganization meeting, when nomi- Plains. At the same time we need to bers of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood departure of Alan M. Augustine Specially Written for T)\e Time.\ nations for Mr. Jung and incumbent The second resolution designated be efficient in our delivery of gov- High School DECA, the return of the the official media for borough adver- from the council after more than 20 The Fanwood Borough Council Council President Bruce H. Walsh, a ernment services," Mrs. Schmidt cicadas after 17 years last summer tisingfor 1997, with The rimes among years when he completed his one- kicked off 1997 with the swearing in Democrat, were both met with votes said. and the demise of the cherished Fan- the official newspapers. year term as Mayor last year. He is of Councilmen Louis C. Jung and of 3-3. The Mayor's vote resulted in Another project Mrs. Schmidt said wood Oak in November. also an Assemblyman from the 22nd Stuart S. Kline during the governing the re-election of Mr. Walsh. A third resolution, designating the she would like to see happen is the Legislative District to the State body's annual reorganization meel- official depositories for borough creation of a "walking trail" in the This year, the Mayor administered She also remembered in her ad- Legislature, which includes Scotch ing, broadcast on Municipal Access funds for 1997, was amended at the township. "Perhaps around the pe- the oath of office to members of the dress two distinguished Fanwood Plains and Fanwood. Cable Channel 35, which began at Fanwood Fire Department and the residents who died last year. They request of Councilman Populus, the rimeter of Brookside Park or in the noon on New Year's Day before a Fanwood Rescue Squad during the included former Mayor Patricia new chairman of the council's Ad- Senator DiFrancesco, who said he Ash Brook Reservation," she added. standing room-only crowd of family reorganization meeting, which tradi- MacDonald Kuran, the first woman ministration and Finance Commit- usually does not request an opportu- Mayor Schmidt said she came to members, colleagues and other well- tionally had been done separately at a and the first Democrat to serve as tee, in order to give the committee an nity to speak while performing his service in municipal government as wishers. dinner-dance which included the in- Mayor of Fanwood, who died of leu- opportunity to meet with Borough role as Township Attorney during a Planning Board secretary years Following the invocation by the stallation of officers. She noted after- kemia on No vember 19, and Walter J. Clerk Eleanor McGovern and Finan- council meetings, described Mr. Au- ago and was also a member of the Reverend Kenneth Hetzel of the Wil- wards that "we're very fortunate to Murphy, a sales executive with AT&T, cial Officer Barbara Brennan to dis- 'gustine as having been "a terrific Board of Adjustment. She was ac- low Grove Presbyterian Church in have all of these volunteers willing to who was killed in an airplane crash in cuss proposals for consolidating the council member and Mayor, who is companied at the swearing-in by her Scotch Plains, who also gave the serve for us." the Balkans April 3 while accompa- municipality's funds. The resolution honest and hardworking. We should five grandchildren, with the young- Benediction at the close of the meet- is expected to be voted on by the have more people in government est holding the Bible. The Mayor also announced the nying United States Commerce Sec- ing, the oath of office was adminis- governing body in February. like Alan." Among those attending the cer- appointments of borough officials; retary Ronald Brown as part of a tered to the two Republican council- The final two resolutions approved ' In her Mayor's message, Mayor emony were Union County Free- members of boards and commissions, trade delegation. men by Superior Court Jud<;e Mel vi n professional service contracts for Mr. Schmidt encouraged more residents holder Henry W. Kurz as well as otherrepresentati ves, and herappoint- S. Whitken. Councilman Jung was Finally,,ths Mayor ga.o a l>.-,cf EslUasaheBorougiiAttoincyandfor io come forward to participate on foi-my» .<. •:. i;sJiip Mayors Gabe ments of standing council commit- sworn in for his second term, while overview of several long-term goals the Elizabeth firm of Suplee, Clooney township committees. Mayor Spera, Alfred Theurer and Mauro tees for 1997. Council woman Karen Councilman Kline took his oath as a for the community which are already as the Borough Auditor. Schmidt highlighted several topics Checchio. Mr. Checchio is the uncle M. Schurtz was reappointed as the first-time member of the governing underway, including having munici- of Senator DiFrancesco. Freeholder council's representative to the Fan- body. pal departments and the Fanwood Kurz wished Mayor Schmidt well wood Planning Board for a one-year He succeeded former Councilman Memorial Library equipped with on her term as Mayor. term, and Llewyellen Fisher was re- Andrew J. MacDonald, A Republi- modern technology; improving com- appointed as council representative Mr. Augustine took the opportu- can who retired after 12 years of munications between local govern- to the Union County Revenue Shar- nity to briefly review his past years council service. ment and residents through newslet- ing Committee. of service to the township. He called The Democrats continue to hold a ters, coverage of council meetings on Dennis Estis was reappointed as Cable Channel 35, and community the present council "a council of 4-3 majority on the governing body, Borough Attorney, prompting Coun- former Mayors" since all, except with Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly events and the pending redevelop- cilman William E. Populus, Jr., to ment of the downtown. Dr. Marks, had at one time served serving as the tie-breaker. The Mayor remark that Fanwood is "very fortu- in that capacity. He emphasized the twice acted as tie-breakerduringelec- nate to have an attorney like Mr. Four resolutions were also passed importance of "teamwork" and said tion of the Council President at the Estis," who is a partner with the by the council, with a fifth amended he looks forward to the day when Woodbridge law firm of Greenbaum, during the meeting in anticipation of "all residents have come to truly Rowe, Smith, Ravin, Davis and it being voted on at a later date. The believe municipal officials have More Clarification Himmel. Mr. Populus added that first resolution designated the regu- their well-being first and foremost while Mr. Estis represents "one of the larly scheduled public meetings of in mind." On Zoning Change most prestigious and largest" law the Mayor and council for 1997, Saying he was borrowing from firms in New Jersey, his fee is only which will be held at 8 p.m. in the the Florida Democratic Senator Sought by Council half what he would normally charge Multi-Purpose Room of Fanwood Claude Pepper, Mr. Augustine said By JEANNE WHITNEY to provide legal counsel to the mu- Borough Hall, located at 75 Martine he hopes the township will think of Specially Written for The Time* nicipality. Avenue. him "as an elected official who has The Scotch PlainsTownshipCoun- In her address to the community, eased the burdens and problems of Agenda meetings will be held on cil sought clarification from Plan- Mayor Connelly thanked all the the people in his constituency to the the first Wednesday of each month, ning Board members Tuesday, dur- people who serve the borough best of his ability." with the exception of the October 6 ing the first conference meeting of throughout the year, includingelected William A. Burks for Tha Time* Referring to Mr. Augustine, officials, municipal employees, mem- meeting, which will be on a Monday. JOINING THE COUNCIL...Republlcan Stuart K. Kline is administered the the new year, on proposed amend- Councilman Johnston said, "We're bers of local boards and commissions Regular council meetings will be held oath or office from Union County Superior Court Judge Melvin S. Whitken ments to zoning ordinances dealing all better people for having known with secondary structures. and volunteer units such as the Fan- on the second Thursday of each during Fanwood Borough Council's reorganizational meeting held New Year's Day. Looking on are the new councilman's parents. and worked with him." In an apparent effort to avoid mis- wood Fire Department and the Res- month. cue Squad. Mayor Schmidt presented Mr. Au- steps like those surrounding last year's gustine with a plaque commemo- council decision toeliminate setbacks She also cited the efforts of rating the past year he served as for certain secondary structures that Fan wood's Emergency Management Mayor. particularly angered residents of Ar- personnel in coping with snow con- First Agenda Meeting Spotlights rowwood Drive, the council looked ditions after the January 8, 1996 bliz- A regular council meeting is atspecific height limitations and mini- zard, the worst to hit the northeast scheduled for Tuesday, January 14. mum setback requirements for de- since 1947, as well as with heavy Insurance, 1997 Budget, Sewers Rabbi George Nudell of Congre- tached secondary structures in the rains which caused flooding in the gation Beth Israel and the retiring Reverend John Neilson of All ordinance. borough last fall. ken sidewalks and electrical prob- By SUZETTE STALKER Richard Marsden had recommended Saints' Episcopal Church provided Often, a detached secondary struc- Renecting on her first 12 months Specially Written far The Tlmei lems, which had been a requirement the council allocate that sum to repair the invocation and benediction for ture is a garage. In an Arrowwood as Mayor, Mrs. Connelly character- Just a day after the Fanwood Bor- for municipalities under JIF regula- pipes which have major breaks or the ceremony. Drive case, a two-story structure in- ized 1996 as having been a year of ough Council's reorganization meet- tions and which the council plans to cracks and are causing problems, cluding an apartment and garage wns "firsts and farewells, progress and ing on January 1, members of the continue under the new program. Concerns about the condition of built at the property line. challenges." Among the Fanwood governing body held their first agenda A second resolution called for ap- the sewer system were prompted by The council said it hopes to intro- "firsts" she recounted were the session of the new year and discussed proval of a temporary municipal bud- recent appeals for relief from resi- DEADLINES HELP duce the amendments into luw at its "Funny Wood Day," celebration on various topics which are expected to get for 1997, which will enable the dents of Willoughby Road who had next meeting, Tuesday, Januury 14. September 28, which was attended have a significant impact upon the borough to operate until the council PAPER SERVE YOU been having sewage back up into Those preparing press releases Donald Novello, Zoning Com- by 8,000 people; the August 24 "5K municipality in 1997. The meeting adopts its annual budget in the spring. their basements. At that meeting, Mr. for submission to The Times are mittee Chairman, said the current Road Race" sponsored by CONTACT also marked the first time that Re- The temporary budget represents Marsden said that Willoughby's prob- Wo Care, and the borough's inaugu- publican Councilman Stuart S. Kline, reminded all copy should be in the ordinance does not address the 26.25 percent of Fanwood's $5.23 lems were being euused by inflow ral downtown Holiday Celebration sworn in the' day before, joined his height of secondary structures. The million municipal budget for 1996. resulting from cracks in the system hands of the Editor at 50 Elm Street, in December. colleagues on the dais as an elected proposed ordinance, which the Traditionally, the temporary budget coupled with people being illegally Westfield, by 4 p.m. on the Friday official. before the Thursday on which they planning board said it "wholeheart- The Mnyornlso recalled suchcom- is 25 percent of the previous year's hooked up to the sanitury sewer sys- edly endorses," limits secondary The council reviewed a resolution budget, but state regulations permit- wish it to appear, munity milestones us the ' tem through roof or cellar drains or structure height to I 1/2 stories or appointing Albiez Insurance Agency, ted the percent increase which was Philathaliuns' 65th anniversary as a with sump pumps. Times releases also may be 18 feet, whichever is less. It speci- Inc. us the borough's insurance agent, reflected In the council resolution, local theater group; Fanwood resi- The engineer stated that while the mailed to Post Office Box 368, fies that the height of a structure The ugency set up the borough's new, Borough C Icrk Eleanor McGovern Scotch Pluins, O7076 to meet the will be measured from the ground dent William Crosby having curried one-year contract with the American pipeline serving Willoughby Road the Olympic flume during u nation- confirmed thut requests for 1997 bud- docs not currently have serious cracks above requirements, or e-mailed to to the highest point of the roof. International Group, a commercial get proposals hud already gone out to "[email protected]", wide torch relay; the completion of a insurance company, for the in it, residents living there would Setbacks from property lines for downtown murkcling survey by mem- municipal department heads) and were benefit from repairs to the system, For events which happen the municipality's liability insurance, The scheduled to be returned by Wednes- the structures vary from zone to zone The subsystem, of which Willoughby. weekend priorto publication, press as in the current ordinance, depend- arrangement replaces the borough's day, Junuary 15. Mayor Maryanne S, Road Is a part, represents one third of releases should reach the Editor by ing on whether the building is bigger membership In the Suburban Joint Connelly recommended thut the coun- Memorial Service the sanltnry sewer pipe system in the or smaller than 200 square feet, A Insurance Pund (JIF), of which cil, in developing the budget, con- Monduy of the week of publication municipality. structure less than 200 square I'cct Sunday tor Mrs. Kuran Panwood had been a member since centrate first on employee salaries at 10 a,in. must be at least two I'cct from the There will be a memorlnl service for the JIF was formed three years ago, und resolving contract issues in an Mr, Marsden has also proposed u- Obituaries will be taken until property line, except in an R-l zone, the late Mayor of Punwood, Patricia' Officials voted to drop out of the attempt to have the borough's spend- "three-pronged" plan for dealing with Tuesday at 5 p.m. M, Kuran, tlil.s Sunday, January 12, nt the sewer problems, which in addi- where ft must be at least five feet, 2:30 p.m., m the Fanwood Presbyte- regional Insurance pool at the end of ing plan completed on time, For events which ure planned according to the proposals. rian Church, located at 74 South last year after learning that Panwood Officials ure expected to introduce tion to pipeline repairs, would in- weeks or months In advunce, we Other amendments to the zoning Manilla Avenue, All arc Invited to could suve $27,000 by switching to a $100,000 bond ordinance at the clude educating the public about in- encourage submission of stories us ordinance include detached second- attend. the commercial insurance currier, The council's regular meeting tonight, flow and Illegal hookups, as well as curly as possible prior to the event, working with the Plalnficld Regional ary structures In totaling lot cover- Mrs, Kurun, who died November 19 governing body also is expected to Januury 9, to refurbish the borough's The above deadlines ure nieunt appoint Panwood Police Chief An- Sewerage Authority and other mu- age of u property by buildings. Un- lii.Sylmar.Ciillfoniin, wasMnyorfrom aging sewer system, During u special to enable us to prepare your copy covered swimming pools urc not in- 19H3 lo 19-01, She was Fanwood's first thony J. Parent! as Safely Officer, to meeting of the governing body on nicipalities whose sewer systems urc woman Mayor. linked to Panwood, carefully, CONVMOONHQBtt monitor safety concerns such us bro- December 26, Borough Engineer
I Page 2 Thursday, January 9, 1997 ©I|P •Ursffirlil THE TIMES of Scotch Plains - Fanwood A WATCIIUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WYACT Learns About 'Swing' From Resident Who Lived It Dancing cheek-to-cheek to the Mr. Peterson, a member of the magical music of Miller, Dorsey and Westfield Historical Society, shared Basie in the Rainbow Room, the clubs his memories of the music and danc- in Harlem, Meadowbrook, Johnson's ing of the years before and during Pavilion, Cedar Grove and even in World War II with the theater group neighboring Scotch Plains on Jerusa- which met to plan its upcoming fund- lem Road — Westfield resident Jack raising big band dinner-dance, "Fas- Peterson was able to evoke those cinating Rhythms," to be held on nights of wonder and innocence re- Saturday, February 1, at the Westfield cently when he spoke during a meet- "Y." The dinner-dance will feature ing of WYACT (Westfield Young the music of the '20s, '30s and '40s. Artists' Cooperative Theatre) at the "Those days in the late 1930s," Westfield Municipal Building. said Mr. Peterson, "were a dream world, and the music for the time can Avi D. Horev No. 1 bring back the feeling of our lost youth and innocence. At the dances, In Lehigh Class the boys wore brown and white saddle Avi D. Horev, the son of Samuel shoes — scuffed and a little dirty. MEETING THE MAYOR...Jane Lawlor's third-grade class at William J. and Barbara Horev of Scotch Plains, (Now, the boys wear earrings and the McGinnSchool in Scotch Plains read a story about a boy who went to the MayOr has received Dean's List status again girls wear tattoos!) We thought those . to ask tor a library for his town and was successful. The story inspired the class, for the fall, 1996 semester. summer nights of dancing would and they recent y went to the Fanwood Municipal Building and met with He has a 4.0 grade-point average never end. We were naive innocents. * Fanwood Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly. Mayor Connelly held ..mock town meeting with the class, and listened to all the children's concerns and ideas. The and is number one in his graduating "However, reality was lurking in rhiEwereencouragedtobe^ class. the corner, waiting to smack us right Police Chief Anthony J. Parenti also spoke to the class follow ng a^tour by Avi is a senior at Lehigh Univer- between the eyes," Mr. Peterson la- Officers Howard Drewes, Brian Bantz and Safety( Officer RichardI Trigo. sity in Pennsylvania. mented, referring to the beginning of Pictured are Mrs. Lawlor's class with Mayor Connelly and Chief Parenti. World War II. He went on to describe HAPPY NEW YEAR...Second graders from J. Ackerman Coles Elementary how he was stretched out on the couch School rang in the New Year with a bang. The room mothers, Ruth Berman and listening to classical music on Sun- Writer on Gardens to Address Janet Mann, planned a New Year's Eve celebration complete with mock Democratic Committee day morning, December 7, 1941, at "champagne." The students also made festive noisemakers to take home for To Hold Dinner Dance the age of 19. With the Japanese their own New Year's Eve celebration. Pictured, left to right, are: Jennifer attack on Pearl Harbor, Mr. Peterson Garden Club of Westfield Murphy, teacher, with Jaciyn Lopez, Gabrielle Berman and Eddie Mann. The Westfield Democratic Com- mittee, forthe first timein84years, and his generation were catapulted into the war. The Garden Club of Westfield will Trustee of the Westfield Memorial will host a dinner dance celebra- meet on Tuesday, January 14, at 1 Library, where she chaired the fund tion and fundraiser to honor the Tickets for "Fascinating Rhythms" Local Herbalist to Address are on sale at the Westfield "Y" and p.m. at the Woman's Club of drive for the library. She also wrote election of Mayor Thomas C. Westfield, located at 318 South Euclid all the articles for the Garden Club of Jardim and Councilmen Lawrence The Music Staff, 102 Quimby Street, at $45 per person, or $360 per table of Avenue. Joan Melloan, First Vice Westfield Garden Tour in the spring Garden Club This Tuesday A. Goldman and John J. Walsh on President of the Garden Club, will of 1996. Saturday, February 8, at the Gran eight. Music will be provided by The King's Road Swing Band, and dinner present a program entitled, "Great Local herbalist and Rutgers Coop- January 14, at 8 p.m. in the United Centurions in Clark. Reservations Gardens of Europe." erative Extension employee Mary Van National Bank Building, located at are required by Friday, January 17. will be catered by Soup to Nuts of der Mude will present a program on 45 Martine Avenue, in Fanwood. Westfield. Mrs. Melloan lived in Europe for For reservation information, nine years and has visited and photo- the growing and use of herbs in crafts, Lifestyles and dietary changes in please call Rosemary Millet at For more information, please call WYACT at 233-3200. graphed all the gardens she will be cooking and medicine on Tuesday. recent years have increased the usage 232-3389. . featuring. of herbs to replace the daily intake of Born in Franklin, Indiana, Mrs. Trip to Philadelphia salt. In addition, topiaries created from Senior Council Lists Melloan has had a varied career as a Flower Show Planned herbs make enchanting gifts to be Hypertension Clinic Bus Trips for Winter writer for many different kinds of used in culinary treats as well as publications, She has been an Asso- The Westfield ChapterofHadassah decorative enhancements, a spokes- The Senior Citizens Council in- has planned a trip to the Philadelphia To Be Held at Library vites seniors from throughout Union ciate Editor for the Metropolitan woman for the Scotch Plains-Fan- Corporate Counsel, a garden writer Flower Show on Monday, March 3. wood Garden Club said. The Townshipof Scotch Plains will County to join them on their upcom- hold its monthly Hypertension (high for a Belgian weekly magazine called The show has been described as a The program is open to all who ing trips for the winter. The planned global extravaganza featuring exhib- blood pressure) Screening Clinic on events include: "The Bulletin," as well as a newspa- would like to increase their knowl- Monday, January 13, in the Scotch perreporter, an advertising copy writer its ranging from full-size home and edge of the value of using natural "In the Good Old Summertime" on garden settings to fountains and Plains Public Library Community Tuesday, January 28, in Somerville, and a public relations consultant for a* plants to enhance daily living. Herbs Room from 10 a.m. to noon, free of publisher. pondscapes. Ten acres of spring have long held a mystique among the $40, includes bus, lunch and enter- blooming bulbs, towering flower ar- charge. tainment. Her articles have appeared in The Chinese and ancient cultures, the New York Times, The International rangements and sculpture gardens spokeswoman noted. More and more "Special Trip to the Mummer's will be on display. The intent of the clinic is to iden- Herald Tribune, The Los Angeles in recent times the values and at- tify new cases of high blood pressure. Show" in Philadelphia, on Saturday, February 22. Reservations are lim- Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Joan Melloan The cost of this trip is $36 per tributes have become common to Those persons who are over the age San Francisco Chronicle, Travel and everyday life, to be shared and en- ited. The cost for transportation and person, which includes bus transpor- of 30 and smoke or who are over- the show is $38. - Leryure.Mo/iryandmanyothermaga- Hostess Charwoman for the meet- tation and entrance fee. joyed by everyone, she said. weight or have a family history of zines and newspapers. Besides this, ing will be Felicia Sheehan, assisted Hostesses for the evening will be heart disease or diabetes and have not "Mardi Gras Day at Hunt's Land- ing" on Monday, February 10. The she is a co-author with her husband, by Mary Pearsall, Ruth Metz, Bar- Please call 322-5089, or 233-6531 Sandy Manore and Sally Mezzo. For had their blood pressure checked re- George Melloan, of "The Carter bara Peek, Jane Bender and Avis Skin- for reservations or further informa- more information, please call Mrs. cost of the bus, show and lunch is cently are urged to attend, atownship $46. Economy." ner. tion. Manore at 322-4473. spokesman said. "St. Patrick's Day at the Platzl On the local scene, Mrs. Melloan Brauhaus" in Pomona, New York on was the Director of the Center for Library flower arrangers for the Monday, March 17, will include bus Corporate Education at Kean Col- month of January are Dee Robinson, Have you recently lost your job? and full day of food and entertain- lege in Union. She is a Trustee for Cass Kinney, Charlotte Baker and ment, $47. TheWestfieldFoundationandaformer Dorothy Archer. Has your company closed down and moved out of the area? The Senior Council is a non-profit Do you have a high school diploma or GED? agency partially funded by the Union County Division on Aging. It pro- Are you 22 years of age or older? vides information and assistance to the elderly and their families. Do you like working with people? For information on the trips, please call Richard Felber at 965- If so, you may be eligible for FREE training in 7555 Monday through Friday or send a check for the full amount to: Senior Council, 2165 Morris Av- enue, Union, 07083.
College Open House Set for Saturday Gaining a perspective on stu- dent life at Union County College, including enrollment and admis- ottered at the Union County Vocational- Technical Schools in Scotch Plains sions procedures, will be presented at a general Open House from 1 Oto 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 11, in TAKING THE LEAD...The current officers or the College Men's Club of the Roy W. Smith Theater, Cam- Westfield, pictured, left to right, are: Mitchell Evans, Immediate Past President; Classes begin on Jan. 30, 1997 and will end on Oct. 31, 1997 pus Center, of Union County Gary Fox, Treasurer; Sal Caruana, Vice President, and Brian G. Steller, (including summer months) College's Cranford campus. President. The organization is dedicated to the promotion of higher education through the annual presentation of college scholarships to male Westfield High Class times: 2:00 - 8:15 p.m. Monday - Friday Information will be available School graduates. regarding the spring semester, which begins on Tuesday, January For more information or to find out if you are eligible for this FREE training , 14, and for the fall 1997 semester, The open house is geared for up- College Men's Club Seeking coming high school graduates and Call (908) 757-9090 their parents, as well as adults who wish to return to the academic scene To Increase Scholarships in pursuit of a degree, or for per- The College Men's Club of the same address. sonal/occupational enrichment. Westfield has announced its new offic- Your Home Care At the Open House, representa- ers, which include Mitchell Evans, The club sponsors an annual din- Headquarters tives of the college's Admissions Immediate Past President; Gary Fox, ner dance each year which serves as and Financial Aid offices will pro- Treasurer; Sal Caruana, Vice President, an additional source of income for • Vacuums vide information on procedures to and Brian G, Steller, President. These the scholarship fund. This year, the • Central Vacuum Systems enroll in courses and programs, black-tie dinner dance will be heldon 1 officers, along with the Board of Trust- • Sewing Machines and how to obtain monetary assis- ees, guide the institution toward the Saturday, March I, at The Westwood • Outdoor Power Equipment EARDLYIPETERSEN tance from public and private promotion of collegiality among the in Garwood. This year's theme is a • Janitorial Supplies sources to offset tuition costs. club members andtowards fundraising celebration of "The '50s" All mem- COIN/1RANY Information also will be avuil to distribute scholarship awards to bers of the club are encouraged to able on credit transfer from other deserving (and qualified) male gradu- uttend und may bring guests, The SALES • SERVICE • PARTS colleges and universities, counsel ates from the Westfield High School. night's festivities will include an ex- Sharp ing und advisement, the College The College Men's Club of tended cocktail hour which will al- REBIDENTIAL on COMMIRCIAL Level Examination Program to Westfield has provided scholarships low all those in attendance to view Vacuums obtain advance credit standing to Westfield grnduntes for over 50 and bidon auction items, followed by based on high scoring on a stun years, In 1996,12 students received dinner and dancing to band music, from Sharp TWINENERCT durdlzcd test, and program offer- vurying umounts of scholarships to Membership in the club requires n ings, Tours of the Cranford cam- assist them in their education nt uni- minimum clues payment of $45. This $ pus will be conducted. versities und colleges which spun the Is u charitable institution and, there- Those Interested in further infor- spectrum of Harvard University to fore, contributions ure tax deduct- Vacuum Cleaner Rebate mation may cull the college's Re ible. The contributions go directly to 109 Union County College, cruitment Office at 709-7518. The College Men's Club looks to the scholarship awurds as the club after has little or no overhead, Get up to ifl A Thru its members and potcntiul new mem- rebate Andrea Duchck Spends bers for dues and other contributions II Cash Back 4 V .March l, 1997 to provide the Class of 1997 gradu- Teen Gardeners Winter Term in Mexico ates with substantially more .scholar- Andrun Duchck, u Union College Clms ships, Individual membership dues Sought by 4-H Sharp Vacuum Features:* of 1998 anthropology mnlor, Is partici- and contributions make up a lurgc Areii youth between 13 and 18 years pating In the college's winter term ex- amount of the scholarship funds that ofugewhoenjoy gardening and want • Maitlv* 12.0 imps, 1300 wattl with TWI change prounun In Mexico, Amlrciuf are available, but the club Is looking lo learn more about it, may call James Erwrgy Motor resident of Westfield, Is n 1994 graduate to expand its resources and encour- Nlchnndowicz, Union County 4-11 • Flvt Stecra Filtration with HEPA Type Filter and ol'WcNtflekl High School, • •" age corporate sponsorship of unony- a Agent, at 6.14-9834, regarding the Twin Ply™ Mlcroflltratlon bag trap over 99% of dusdi t inous or identi lied scholarship funds, local 4-H program, and dirt down to 1 micron During their lime In Mexico, stu- clcnls will live In Cticrnavucu und study suit! Mr, Steller, Any corporation, Through 4-H, tecn.s can expand the Spanish language iindMcxIciin c I v I - business or individual Interested In their skills at landscaping, vegetable •Features vary by model. llzullon, Including art, architecture, lit- sponsoring a specific scholarship iindnowcrgatherinuaiKlcaroofhousi1 /oidFashbned Quality and Service^ erature mid history, They also study amount uncl/or award should contact plants, They will fctim about horti- 2()lli-century Mcxlcnii theater, us It re- the club's President by writing to the culture careers iiiul weel other teens 224 ELMER ST. • WESTFIELD flects the historical society of Mexico cUih at P.O. liox H4I, Mi uikl niiiln theatrical trends, The stu- who are interested In gardening. dents nrc accompanied by Wllllum Anyone Interested In becoming u The 4-H IN H port of Rutgers Coop1 (IIIICIII, Assistant Professor of Spunlsh member of the College Men'.s Club enitlve Extension and IN supported by Closed Wad. and Bun. til Union College which Is located In ol'Wesllickl nmy submit their mimes the County of Union; there are no wwvv,we»Hloldn).cotn/otpotor»on Schcneeltuly, Now York, lo the attention of Mitchell livnns at Ices to join, WATCIIIINC; COMMUNICATIONS, INC:. IVHUCATION Sljr Slrstfirlfc %enbn and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains - Fanwood NICHOLAS P. SCUTARI AND DONALD GONCALVES TAKE SEATS ONBOARD Mrs. Stender Takes Over as Chairwoman Of Freeholders as Democrats Gain Control By l'AULJ. PEYTON Slender includes the conversion of three seats on the eight-meinbercoiin- since the Dmmcruts will hold tin- Simlilllv Wnurn/iir Tht WnlflrM lender ,;m/ The Time* distribution centers for goods which cil, the most they have ever held. majority for at least |W7 ;uln l'ISS Emphasizing (he need for the Union can easily flow through the port. The He said these Democrats are not After the reorganization;!! part uf County Board of Chosen Freehold- new board Chairwoman, who was afraid to admit some failed policies the meeting, tlu- boanl held ;i slum ers to focus its energies on improving first elected to the board in 1993, also of past years which may have to be business meeting at wlm-h time ilu- the county's economy by creating announced her intention to create an addressed again. Assemblyman Freeholders unanimously adopted the. good jobs, improving the transporta- additional Freeholder standing com- Suliga, himself a Linden resilient, 19l)7 temporary budget ol tion infrastructure, and dredging the mittee to address the county's role in said Freeholder Scutari is a "stickler $(i3,S27.2.|(). The temporary budget, Port of Elizabeth, Linda d. Stender economic deselopment. Freeholder for detail" who is also "loyal and which is intended to pay for county took over the reins for 1997 as Chair- Goncalves will chair the committee hardworking." expenses until the county budget is woman of the board in a ceremony at which will report back to the full The Assemblyman said Freeholder adopted sometime in the spring, is by the Union County Courthouse in board within 30 days. Scutari is "not politically correct." law 25 percent of the ll)% budget of Elizabeth. In addition, sophomore Freeholder He said Freeholder Scutari wants to $255,305,120. Also listed as a priority by the Walter D. McNeil of Plainfield will eliminate wasteful government Republican Freeholder Henry NV. former Fanwood Mayor and Borough chair the board's Fiscal Affairs Com- spending but not by letting certain Kurz of Roselle Park noted that he Councilwoman is the proposed juve- mittee. Mrs. Stender said she will areas of a budget "crash and burn" in would support tin* resolution although nile detention center. The Democrats direct County Manager Ann M. Baran an effort to reduce spending. the four Democrats on last year's last year defeated a proposed $51 to "place more emphasis on seeking Freeholder Goncalves in his re- board voted against the measure un- HOLIDAY KUIN...Mi>iiil)iT.sol 'I he Siolih riaiiis-l'iiiiHooil Cm don (lull mil million facility which included a park- grant dollars from public and private marks, which followed his oath of der the Republican leadership. Re- ilmliiC (In- lull for two Cluislnias workshops. ( lulslnuis lire m imiumls ivfic ing deck and co-generation plant for foundations" in an effort to reduce office from Congressman Robert publican 1'ieeholiler -Force of •mule and donated in Dec cnilici to the Senior ( 'ill/en ('iimplrx, Innilcil al 2002 electricity. Mrs. Stender said the the cost of county government. Menendez, representing the 13th Cranforil andl;iank II. I.ehrol'Suni- I,like A venue, Scotch I'luins. I'idureil willi (lu'ilecornlcil ( lirisliiiiis Iree, lel'l to Democrats are looking to reduce the Mrs. Stender also proposed a fi- Congressional District which in- mit followed suit. rl^ht, arc: Ann Maii.sollno, Theresa l>rso and .Inlin \\ lessnei. iTslileuh ol' I lie overall scope of the project by per- Senior I'lli/m Complex. The civic project was under (lie direction of I.eini nancial summit to bring the county's cludes parts of Elizabeth and Linden, ; haps eliminating the deck and co- financial leaders together "to secure Freeholder I oru' saiil he was will- I jewinko JIIKI Shirley I'III k;is. proposed having the county repre- ing to work with (lie Democrats pro- generation plant. their input on how we achieve the sented in some manner at Newark Anotherpriority.Mrs. Stender said, financing necessary to move our eco- viding they weresincere in Iheircom- International Airport to attract poten- inenls. Miller-Cory to Present is the expansion of the John H. Stamler nomic agenda forward." tial foreign investors who, he said, Police Academy in Scotch Plains. "The goal of improving Union often only pass through (he airport Among the appointments was An- That project also was defeated last County's economy must workjn tan- thony M. LaPorta of West Held, a when catching a connecting Might to former (own Councilman and Demo- Colonial Sausage Making year. The Democrats had said they dem with our other actions and poli- another destination. cratic Mayoral contender, to the Citi- The Millei C'oiy House Museum the eaihesl setlli-is in Ihis aiea The wanted thenumerouscapital projects cies," she told the board. He said the board must make New- proposed by the Republicans to be zens Insurance Review Coininiltee at ;il 61-1 Mountain Avenue, WVsllield l.r.l It mi licpitr, at \ It) p in prioritized. an annual amount not to succeed will feature, early Amciiciin siiiisaj'e $4,000. Ms. Del'ilippo will chair the making on .Sunday..I.inn.ii y I J, liom The museum's -.hop has an inven In terms of solid waste disposal, in 2 lo'l p.m. loiv that isa|ipinpii,ile|olhe hisloii lieu of a court decision last summer five-membercoinniillcc al an annual fee of $4,500. Sausage was a very populai IIHMI cal eta ol Ihc house anil includes finding waste controls in the state educational uialenals, ( 'olonial ic unconstitutional, Mrs. Stender as- dining Colonial limes and was ullen Free Disposal prepared usi iij: meal m Id love i loods piodm-lions and li.imln ialh, uirlud sured county residents that "all steps such as slew. Cooked jjiain m Inead in)1 eookhooks ol < "ulum.il n-cipes will be taken by this board to ensure piepaiedhy Mdlei Coiy volunleeis that the costs of county solid waste Announced by Town ciiimhs were often used as a hinder Christmas lives may be ilup Mae I'iant/.ol ( Yanliutl will demon disposal will remain competitive in Admission lo I lie museum is'(..' loi an arena that is ever changing." by residents al llu; lower parking lolin slrale for visitors how sausage was Tainai|ties I'ark (behind the sliulTle- made (luring Colonial times ( 'olo adults and M) cents loi students ovei 1 She promised those gathered in the biiard courts). Christmas trees will not nial cooks usually used Invl, pink <>i (> On .Sunday, lanuaiy I ', die mil chambers of Union County Superior he picked up hy llie town. lamb intestines as the easiuj' Im the scum will leatme liullci miikiiu; with Court Assignment Judge Edward W. sausage, a museum spokeswoman I'eiiiiy Maslool lih/ahelh and lulie Beglin, Jr. board action will be taken said. DIIMIIJ' the warm stmiiiiei Salemy ol Mountainside. this year to reduce the cost of solid Historian (o Discuss months, prepared sausaj'cs weie lui mloimationahoiil lliemuseum waste disposal for all homeowners smoked I'm picseivalion piuposes and ilsc alcndai ol evenls. please call and business owners in the county's Cornerstone History Ihc museum ollice al .' I.' I /'/<> 21 municipalities. Freeholder Stender The Cornerstone of the West Fields Costumed docenls will lead hiius said all alternatives to lower costs at is right where it has been ever since ol the farmhouse, hnill in I7IO hy the county's solid waste incinerator the winter of IWM700. Where is Samuel Miller for Ins wile, Sahia hi Rahway to ensure its economic lliat? How did it get there in (lie lirsi The Miller I 'oi y I louse stands on the future will be reviewed by the board. David B. Corbln for The Westtleld Lttudor und The Tlmea place'.'And why haven't weeverlieard "road to Ihe mountains" in We.sitieM , Freeholder Stender was sworn in TAKING HER OATH...Fretholdtr Linda d. Stender or Fanwood takes the of it? and was named in honor ol two ISlli EARDLY T, PETERSEN oath of office as the 1997 Chairwoman of the Union County Itimid of The answers tothese questions will century owners, hotli descended 11 om by Judge Beglin with her husband, Chosen Freeholders. The oath was administered Sunday by Union County COMPANY Richard, and her two sons, Niel and Superior Court Assignment Judge Edward W. Beglin, Jr. Holding the Holy be included in an illustrated lecture Tyler, present. The Freeholder was Bible are her sons, Niel and Tyler. Her husband, Richard, is shown on the subject by Dr. Homer J. Hall, ' sworn into a second three-year term (partially blocked) at left. Westfield Town Historian, on MddUU by State Senator Raymond Lesniak Wednesday, January 15, at 8 p.m. in who represents Elizabeth, Linden, Calling the Freeholders the ark Airport a destination since 60 the Town Council Chambers at the Rahway and Roselle. "gatekeepers of the county," she said percent of the airport actually is in Municipal Building. This will be the ACADEMICS AND STRATEGIES resources must be reallocated to clean Elizabeth, the Union County seat.' first open meeting of 1997 for the Small Groups The Democrats regained control of the county's roads and improve its Freeholder Goncalves said the board Westfield Historical Society. The , the board on Sunday for the first time J overall appearance with a tree plant- must find "reasonable solutions" to public is invited. UNION, SCOTCH PIMNS. since 1991. A standing-room only ing plan. the problems facing the county* •-.. The Westfield Historic Preserva- SUMMIT, EDISON, METUCHEN crowd of about 300 onlookers Mrs. Stender was described by State Also attending the ceremony was tion Commission has designated the watched as Donald Goncalves and Assemblyman Neil Cohen, a former Congressman Donald Payne, repre- Charles Addanis house an historic Nicholas P. Scutari took the oath of Union County Freeholder himself, as senting part of Elizabeth, Hillside, landmark and a plaque will be pre- Educational Services Center office to begin their three-year terms. "one who builds bridges rather than part of Linden, Rahway, Roselle and sented to Earl Frawley. its present 1-800-762-8378 Mrs. Stender and the two new Free- tearing them down." He referred to part of Union. He warned the Free- owner, at the January 15 meeting. holders swept Republican incumbents LIVING AIR her as "very productive, bright, un- holders that they will be faced with a AIR PURIFICATION SYSTEMS Linda Di Giovanni, Linda-Lee Kelly selfish, dignified, and energetic." Intuitive Eating number of issues previously legis- EXPERIENCE and theirrunningmate, Mountainside Fellow Democrat and Union lated on the Congressional level. But, Workshop Topic REDUCES: Mayor Robert G. Viglianti, in the County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi noted since Congress has kicked many is- • Smoke • Pollens • Spores November General Election. that Mrs. Stender is the third woman sues back to the states, he said issues Overlook Hospital's Intuitive Eat- • Bacteria • Dust • Static ing Workshop has been scheduled for YOGA Freeholder Stender said the budget Democrat to serve as Chairwoman. such as welfare reform, Medicare, with N|( Oil- • Chemical Gases to be adopted later this year by the Ms. Rajoppi was the first woman to Social Security, youth and family Saturday, January 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Medical Arts Center, . Home • Office • Commercial board must address "quality of life" serve in the role followed later by offenders will now fall on the backs . No Filter Change or Cleaning issues while at the same time improv- Charlotte DeFilippo, the current of Freeholder boards. Suite 405, in Summit. YOGA I'KAMMMA ing the county's economic standing. Chairwoman of the Union County During the reorganizational meet- The program will offer various KKSIKUN STfli: In reverting back to the fall cam- techniques to help participants free Democratic Party. ing Freeholder Daniel P. Sullivan, TKAHIKK THAININC 13 paign, she said it is the Democrats' themselves from chronic dieting and I'UIVATK ('USIW During his remarks after being now in his third year on the board, the MODELS goal not to keep the county's spend- sworn in by Linden Mayor John T, second in his current three-year term, rediscover the pleasures ol eating. HKDITA'liON ing plan flat, as was done the past two Gregorio, Freeholder Scutari said the was elected by the board as Vice Space is limited and registration is years under the Republican majority, Democrats are looking to deliver an Chairman. Freeholder Sullivan was required. For more information or to NEW PROGRAM STARTS JAN 13 but to cut the budget. "efficient, lean, hard working, Union named by the Democrats to filla n register, pleasecall Overlook's Health OPEN HOUSE illMI unexpired term in 1995. He was Promotion Department at 522-5353. "The only responsible way to do County government." Monday Jan 6 S 13 liom A to 7 PM /old Fashioned Qualify and Swvfc»\ . more with less is to prioritize our He said the Freeholders must look elected to a three-year term in No- Thuisday Jan 9 tiom 2 to 4 PM services to meetourtaxpayers' needs vember of that year. 224 ELMER STREET forefficient budgets by reducing what Now, I am become Death, the shaltercr Saturday Jan 11 fioni 1 to •) PM WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 and wants," she emphasized. he deemed "wasteful" spending. Freeholder Sullivan will undoubt- of worlds. NICOLE'S VOCA (/I.NTI.K The Chairwoman, who replaces In introducing Freeholder Scutari, edly be named Chairman next year — J, Robert Oppenheimer (008) 78') 6426 Republican Edwin H. Force, who held Assemblyman Joseph Suliga de- «MNOKTIIAVIU;AK\VOOI) v Closed Wad. and Bun.y the post in 1996, said she has asked scribed h im as one of the "new gen- that this year's capital budget be re- eration of Democrats" sweeping into "flay Cooney, England's master farceur, viewed and scrutinized to work in offices in such Republican strong- consort with "economic development holds as Westfield. In that commu- will get you right in the funny bone. planning and the policy priorities of nity, voters selected a Democrat, Tho- SAVE THIS DATE! the board." mas C. Jardim, for the first time since You may very well be slamming your hand Another priority listed by Mrs. 1912. The Democrats also now hold against your knee after laughing out loud. Saturday, February 1, 1997 - 8:00pm rfl — THE STAR-LEDGER u Professional RAY COONEY'S. WYACT cHcTiii': WI:SII ii:u> Y" Cellular II 'Fascinating Rhythms" R liit] liund liush Fundraiser •\lilinb ( iislmiifi Ni-M/i c. /<(/"" Ilium:. 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Nora Ephron's Michael rSLEUTHdS ..ijv • The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield and the County of Union Jp & JOHN JACOUSON — Established 1890 — A Down-to-Earth Saint Member of the New Jersey Press Association • Member of the National Newspaper Association • By Michael Goldberger Periodicals - Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey A Vignette to Please L One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair -Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent^ Your Literary Palate THE TIMES 3 popcorns he begins to play Cupid to Frank and Vignette—For several years now, our Official Newspaper of the Township of Scotch Plains and the Borough of Fanwood Now, here's an angel you can talk to. A Dorothy. etymological vignettes have been appear- — Established 1959 — regular guy, by golly. No airs (well, not Mr. Hurt exudes a gaping vulnerability ing weekly in excellent publications such hardly). No pretense (not much, that is). Periodicals - Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey here, which may or may not be attributed as the one you are currently reading. It is A blue-collar archangel for the masses. to good acting. Hopefully, his gaunt vis- appropriate, therefore, that we present POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at He's the title character in Michael, a age and thinning locks are the successful this vignette on the word vignette. It is viewer-friendly saint who descends to P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 product of makeup people. As Frank, he sure to please your palate. Earth in the persona of John Travolta. If is fed up with the mendacity of his tar- Remove the suffix-ette, meaning little, the casting immediately conjures up a nished occupation. He is visibly tired, from the French element vigne, meaning THE LEADER THE TIMES smile, you're on your way to understand- and needlessly abrasive, Maybe it's the vine, and you quickly realize that a vi- P.O. Box 250 P. O. Box 368 ing how the very charming Mr. Travolta dark secret he harbors. gnette is literally a little vine. That leaves 50 Elm Street, Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 makes this delightful fantasy work. (908) 232-4407 • Fax: (908) 232-0473 (908) 232-4407 • Fax: (908) 232-0473 Also wearing heart on sleeve, but still us with the task of explaining why the Directed and co-written by Nora caching important information, is Miss prevailing definition of vignette isashort, E-mail: [email protected] Ephron, the convivial, fable first intro- McDowell's thrice-divorced character. usually descriptive literary sketch. Inci- PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. duces us to the down-at-heel world of Ephron hints that Dorothy's specialty dentally, -ette is the English version of reporters Frank Quinlan (William Hurt) may be something other than angels. The the Latin suffix-itus or ita, meaning little, and Huey Driscoll (Robert Pastorelli). Horace R. Corbin Gail S. Corbin Paul J. Peyton relationship that ensues, while emotion- which the ancient Romans added to nouns They toil and scheme for one of those PUBLISHER GENERAL MANAGER MANAGING EDITOR ally instructive in a general sort of way, to create a diminutive form of a word. sleazy supermarket tabloids. You know, isn't specifically enticing. the kind that ventures headlines like: In the mid 18th century, vignettes were Suzette Stalker Karen M. Hinds Travolta's movie star charm plugs up simply drawings of vines, leaves and ASSISTANT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER "Martian Doc Descends to Deliver all the holes, smoothes the striations, and Siamese Elvises." tendrils used to decorate the pages at the David B. Corbin absolves the film of its flaws. It's his beginning or end of a book or chapter, or Joanna B. Marsh Kathleen G. Norman The boss, aslimy leprechaun portrayed ADVERTISING SALES MARKETING DIRECTOR ADVERTISING SALES show, with good will toward men playing as a border around a page. Later, it was by Bob Hoskins, forever insinuates his a strong second fiddle. The rest is win- used to describe the short essay that was favorite question: "What have you done SUBSCRIPTION PRICE dow dressing. bordered by these artistic embellishments. for me lately?" In turn, the boys tenta- It's nice to see Mr. Pastorelli (previ- THE WESTFIELD LEADER & THE TIMES We have pressed enough information tively hold him in a compromising posi- ously Murphy Brown's nanny on televi- tion. The newspaper's money-making into this vignette and hope you enjoyed One-year subscription in county $20 sion) make a solid supporting go of it on the bouquet. One-year subscription out-of-county $24 mascot, a fluffy mongrel named Sparky, the big screen. And McDowell and Hurt One-year college (September to May) $ 16 has the readers' hearts (he gets the most are effective enough in their assigned mail), and Hucy controls Sparky. roles. But save for Mr. Travolta's star- Revolutionary War A collective prayer seems answered turn as an existential angel, the movie's when the Chicago-based rag receives an most engaging performance is shaped by Battle to Be Topic 'First Night, Westfield '97' Event inviting missive fromone Pansy Millbank Sparky, the dog. This notwithstanding, Of Chapter Meeting (Jean Stapleton), proprietorof rural Iowa's Michael will wing its way into your heart. Milk Bottle motel. The innkeeper in- The January meeting of the West ' forms that she currently is playing host to ' * * * * * Fields Chapter of the Sons of the Was a Huge Success for Town none other than Michael, the archangel. Michael, rated PG, is a New Line Cin- American Revolution will be held On New Year's Eve, Westfield residents had the (WYACT). The concert in the First United Meth- Frank and Huey tantalize their supe- ema release directed by Nora Ephron with the Daughters of the American rior with promises of journalistic sensa- and stars John Travolta, Andie McDowell opportunity to stay in the local area and still enjoy odist Church's Fellowship Hall attracted a stand- Revolution in the Community Room tionalism. The diminutive martinet ap- and William Hurt. Running time: 105 of the Westfield Municipal Building, a festive evening courtesy of the inaugural "First proves the sojourn, but with one proviso. ing-room-only crowd. Except for a minor glitch minutes 425 East Broad Street, on Tuesday, Night, Westfield." The alcohol-free event pro- with one of the microphones (isn't live theater He attaches newly hired Dorothy Win- ters (Andie McDowell) to the assign- January 14, and will feature an illus- vided fun for the whole family at the 12 venues great?) the performance was widely enjoyed from ment, maintaining that she's an angel Movie Capsules trated program on the Battle of Con- around town. From talking to some persons who the sound of the ovation at the end of the show. expert. It's off to Iowa. necticut Farms by Michael Yesenko The Crucible (3 & 1/2 popcorns) - of the Union Township schools. attended a number of the events, which included Also giving performances were local groups At the seedy motel amidst the corn- Arthur Miller's screen adaptation of his fields, the troika is at first taken aback. two staff members of The Westfield Leader, it historical play about the Salem witch The battle ended on the border be- including the Westfield High School Jazz En- This unlikely angel chain-smokes, is over- trials is scholarly, superbly crafted, rich tween Union and Springfield. Where became obvious that the event was well attended. semble, Westfield Musical Club, Westfield Sym- weight, and could do with a shave. In with outrage, and good drama in the bar- the Rahway River runs under Morris addition, Michael's love of sweets ap- Most venues were jammed with lines formed to phony String Orchestra, the Westfield Music gain. Probably the most altruistic state- Avenue local militia and General proaches gluttony. Not to mention that gain access to some events. Studio's Jazz Band, and the Jerseyaires barbershop his initially gruff demeanor is hardly ce- ment against intolerance in recent screen William Maxwell's troops stopped memory. Winona Ryder is entirely hate- The laser shows, held in the auditorium of quartet, just to name some of the local talent. lestial. Travolta's take-charge entrance the British Red Coats and drove them leaves an impression that lasts until the ful; Daniel Day Lewis is a fine champion back to Staten Island. Westfield High School, were well attended and The evening's festivities ended with several hun- of truth; and Paul Scofield is awesome as closing credits. A graduate of Rutgers and Seton the unholy embodiment of church and thoroughly enjoyed by youngsters and their par- dred brave souls gathering in the cold (tempera- It's no surprise when Michael's take- Hall Universities, Mr. Yesenko taught state. ents who seemed to dominate the audience. Right tures were in the teens) at midnight at the intersec- it-or-lea ve-i t demeanor begins to win over and supervised in Union for 40years. around the corner children were lined up for cari- tion of East Broad and Elm Streets to watch a laser the investigative scribes. It happens in My Fellow Americans (2 popcorns) He holds several fellowships and will road show fashion as the foursome at- Sweet corn for sure. A fine premise is be publishing a book on General catures. We also heard that the Westfield Armory, countdown on the dome of Arcanum Hall. The soon bogged down in convention and tempts to wend its way to Chicago (there, Maxwell in mid-January. located across the street, was a favorite spot with countdown started at 10 seconds before midnight Hoskins' character has grandiose plans contrivance as two former Presidents, Membership in the Sons of the continuous music, bouncing boxing, a gladiator and concluded with the laser message, "Happy for the heaven-sent find). To this bucolic bitter foes, prove that politics makes for backdrop peppered with telling stops at strange bedfellows (in more ways than American Revolution is open to men joust, wall climbing, a human gyroscope, and a New Year," followed by a list of the major sponsors honky-tonks, director Ephron weaves the one) as they run for their lives. Like who can trace their family history to volleyball tournament being the featured attrac- for "First Night." pastoral she penned with sister Delia and Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront, this a member of the Revolutionary mili- tions. writers Peter Dexter and Jim Quinlan. movie "coulda' been sumpin'." But trite tary force. We say "bravo" to First Night organizers and doings rule the roost after the enticing Our staff members had a chance to hear Cynthia look forward to "First Night, Westfield, '98." Al- Naturally, or more correctly, super- first half. Though you may want to see it naturally, it's Michael's job to put a spiri- Meryl's cabaret presentation of songs from the though "First Night, '97" had a few kinks that will for the cute quotient James Garner and tual fly in the ointment. Like a spoiled Jack Lemon conjure, these are two chiefs Flu Shot Vaccines 1930s and 1940s. She was accompanied in a duet have to be worked out, overall the event was a huge child on a car trip, the offbeat angel pouts you probably won't want to hail. - By VNA Not Recalled by one of the many talented youngsters in the success, considering it was the first time for it the gang won't meander to his liking. Thus, a stop- at the site of the world's Mars Attacks (2 popcorns)- This is a Those persons who received the flu Westfield Young Artists Cooperative Theatre Westfield. largest non-stick frying pan is a must, or surprising shortcoming from Tim shots administered by Visiting Nurse he won't go on to Chicago. In a smart (Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands) and Health Services or Tri-County running gag, other roadside superlatives Burton, whose off-the-wall renderings Visiting Nurse Association staff at any Former Mayor Patricia M. Kuran also tickle his fancy. are usually, if nothing else, obtrusively of the following sites, are advised that Michael has a hell of agood time on the strange. This free-for-all about an inva- the vaccine used was the brand trip, if you'll pardon the expression. He sion from Mars is commonplace, need- Connaught. This is not Fluogen manu- proves a real dandy with the ladies. And lessly malevolent, curiously anti-intel- factured by Park-Davis which has been To Be Remembered on Sunday Travolta's angel doesn't mind tossing lectual, and commits the unpardonable recalled. In November Fanwood said goodbye to a true court decision. Mayor Kuran argued that the bor- himself into a full-tilt donnybrook when sin of wasting the talents of Jack The sites include: Acme in Union, some tavern toughs don't appreciate his Nicholson, Still, some of the satire has Springfield, Plainfield, North public servant informer Mayor PatriciaM. Kuran. ough was small and fully developed and thus could winning attentions to the distaff side. zing. And the campy visuals are alluring. Plainfield, New Providence and She had the respect of Democrats and Republicans not accommodate the state mandate. Also, through However, the true nature of Michael's Too bad they didn't find their way to a Middlesex; ShopRitein Hillside, Eliza- alike. Mrs. Kuran will be remembered this Sunday her vigorous lobbying efforts, the State Legisla- mission is neverentirely clear. Even when better script beth, Springfield, Clark, Union, Plainfield, Watchung, Piscataway and during a memorial service to be held at the Fan- ture passed legislation referred to as the Fanwood Perth Amboy. wood Presbyterian Church. Bill in 1989 which prevents developers from de- Other sites include CVS in Eliza- When elected Mayor in November of 1982, she molishing existing houses in order to acquire va- beth, Union, Linden, South Plainfield, New Providence, Dunellen, Plainfield, became the first Democrat and woman to serve in cant land for affordable housing units. Sorting Out the Net Hillside and Scotch Plains; Edward's the post in the borough. For that feat she was later Along with Mrs, Stender, Mrs. Kuran also helped in Linden, Elizabeth and South entered into the Congressional Record by United to gain federal and state funds to preserve the Plainfield; A&PinElizabeth,and Kings [email protected] in Garwood, Warren and Berkeley States Senator Frank Lautenberg. Mayor Kuran historic Fanwood train station. These preservation Heights. Also included are Quick-Chek By HORACE R. CORBIN in Scotch Plains; Elizabethtown Gas was reelected for a second term of four years. She efforts included repairing the roof and restoring the Specially Written for The Westfield Under and The Timei was followed in the post by Linda d. Stender, who Victorian structure. Company, Wakefern, Bcechwood Westficlders, along with the rest of the lem which will be overcome when addi- Data, Aromet Corporation, Plainfield was named Chairwoman of the Union County Born in Union, she had lived in Fanwood since country, are embracing the Internet and tional machinery comes on line? Or, are Towers West, St. Bernard's Church, using e-maiI on a rapidly escalating basis. people coming on line now so fast that the Board of Chosen Freeholders this past Sunday, and 1959 before only recently moving to California to Plainfield Senior Citizen's Center and The service providers have adjusted their rate will exceed available capacity, even Cedar Brook Senior Housing. current Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly. be near her son. commercial offerings to reduce the cost with improvements, for the next year or During her tenure as Mayor, Mrs. Kuran fought All members of the community are invited to and to provide a fixed price. You do not two? Also, a fixed price seems like a good have to worry about time charges any consumer idea. But, does that mean that against a ruling by the New Jersey Council on attend this special service which will celebrate the longer. Unfortunately, there is now an each of us can just connect and tie up the Parent Orientation Affordable Housing which stated the borough had life of Mrs. Kuran. This service is a chance for the intolerable traffic jam, lines without regard to productive use Set for Ninth Graders to provide 87 units for low and moderate income community to thank her for the wonderful service If you use the Internet on a regular since there is no charge? Maybe, a little basis as I do, you can deduce a lot about time use charge is an acceptable idea Parents of Westfield eighth-grade housing in accordance with the Mount Laurel she provided to Fanwood. She will be sorely missed. the habits of your neighbors by the traffic compared to the alternative of not having students in both public and private on the telephone connection lines. As an any access at all due to traffic overload. schools who will attend Westfield example, if you have America Online Also, on-line connection availability High School in September have been POLICY ON LETTERS (AOL), try to connect in Westfield at has started to change the working pat- invited to a curriculum orientation TO THE EDITOR 6:30 a.m., it's nearly impossible, That's terns of our newspaper staff and report- , meetingThursday.January 16,at7:30 because most of us like to have our coffee ers, Regularly, they check and send e- p.m. at the high school, and check e-mail before starting the busy mail at midnight or 5 a.m. I guess they All letters to the Editor must The eighth graders have already day. When our tired commuters come watch less television and sleep at other bear a signature, a street address home, they do similar things along with times, Still, you and they should not have been assigned their high school coun- and a telephone number so au- their children busy on homework assign- to put up with this lack of deli very capac- selor who will be meeting with them Local Club Thanks Contributors thors may be verified, If con- ments, at about 7 p.m. ity by the highly promoted service, and their parents to select nigh school tributors ure not able to be The traffic is getting so bad, compared The Internet and e-mail arc here to stay courses during the month of Febru- To Children's Christmas Party reached by The Leader/Times to the available connection machinery, and all of us will be using it on an increas- ary. that it's often difficult to reach the 800 ing basis. We'll also develop clever and At the Thursday evening meeting, OnbchalfoI'lhcltuliiin-AnicrlcunCliib Sorrento Restaurant; World ArrowTrnvel during business hours, the number to search for another local con- innovative new uses, But the nuts and guidance counselors will lead group of Westlleld, we would like to thank the Agency: Mllllngton Quarry Inc.; writer's signature must be no- nection, Even if you do get another local bolts need some adjusting, information sessions focusing on the following pcoplc/compunics for their Modcstlno Landscaping; A&N Landscap- tarized. When submitted by e- number to call, it's also likely to be busy That's it for the week. Send me c-mull: donations to the l;irst Annual Children's ing; AldoTomaro; Carmen Pelllno; Con- course selection process, graduation mall, ull letters must contuin a during rush hour. [email protected] (If you can get Christmas Party. The proceeds were do- llncnliilTiiilor; Franco Sublno;D'lorio& One question: Is this a short-term prob- through!) requirements, college admission stan- nated to the Children's Specialized Hos- Son, Inc.: Duvcon Associates, Inc.; duytime telephone numberfor dards, school policy on course loads pital in Mountainside. LuMolisunu Restaurant; Oscar Hair Cut- verification purposes, and elective offerings. Ferraro's restaurant; Joseph Costume lers and Roina Sports Cars. Letters may bo no longer T,he program of studies booklet Tailor; BUOIUI Pizza; Tony's Cul'd; AAA Red Cross Provides Safety than one and u hull' pages, which lists ull courses offered at the Home Improvements; IVIIinn brothers high school will be distributed to Lnndscaping; Scliinm Landscaping; Vlttorlo C'urncvali', President typewritten and double- eighth-grade students prior lo the Cnllfiinn Ni Sons Construction, Inc.; I). I'mnk Sublno, Vice-President spaced, All letters arc subject Tips for Frigid Weather meeting, Romeo; M iihele Romano; hision linler- (ilno LahlMite, l)oiiiitl»n.v Supervisor to editing due to space limita- u power surge and possible damage to VVestfltld The American Red Cross has advised Department chairman and other prises; Michele I'altimho: S&L Deli; tions and style. families across the country to take steps them when power is restored, high school representatives will be The deadline lor letters is now to prcpuro for winter's worst wcuthcr, Watch portable space heating equip- ment: on hand to meet with parents on Jon u- Friday by 4 p.m., if they are to To help deal with Ihcso conditions, First Night Celebration Praised Red Cross officials have offered (ho fol- • Use equipment that is upproved for ury 16 lifter the sessions with tht* iippettr in the following Issue. lowing Inl'orimillon; use Indoors, guidance counselors, Muke sure your disaster supplies kit • Kccpcombustlblc materials, Includ- As Being First-Rate Family Fun Includes! ing furniture, drupes and carpeting ut Our I'umily would like to express our Since you don't yd u second chance to • Bxtru blankets, Icust three feet from the heat source, thank.s to everyone wluiiniidi'l'iistNlglii, muke II I'lrsl Impression, our first I'lrsl • Bach member of your household • Always keep un eye on the equip-' Wcsll'leldpossible Threeitencnilioiisof Nighl ceilulnly WHS n iiiuhl to rcmeinhcr should have u wiirm coat, glovcB or inlt- ment, Never leave children along In the family meinltcis found the nciiviiles en- uiul be proud of. We look forward to next tciiH, hut mid wutcr-rcslstuM boots, room where a space heater Is running, tertaining and cnjoyuhle, Turn It of f when you are unable lo closely year, • 1'lrst-uld kit und essential incdlcu- liverynne from llie I•'iist Nlfjhi vnliui tlotiN, monitor it, Dorothy & Anthony Ikrold teers to the police ofl'lteih wetr inilail- • If you use a space heater that uses Itcthy llvrold • Buttery-powered NOAA Weiither Ingly helpful IIIKI polite. Tin1 OIIRM Luni- kerosene or other fuel, refill It outside and Juild Nielsen mdlo, 1'luslillght and extra butteries, llcs seemed to he enjoying themselves only niter It has completely cooled, Kuren Illulr • Cmmcd food und cun opener, and It wus nice not lo leel mslied, The The first and so far tht only • Holtlcd wulcr (at least one pllon of Avoid Iravellnn by cur In u storm, Slnct 1983, (ht world'! lotfll bul If you muni! venues weren't loo crowded (except the praildont to bo married In (he wnler per person par tiny lo lust at Icust output of primary anargy—p«tro- Carry a disaster supplies kit In the Armory, which could handle a ciowd) While Houie wai Qrover Cleve- three days), • C'nr Itum, natural gat, coal, nydrodw- Another Letter trunk, and the Clow of people midairs seemed In If (ho power noes off In your hoinv! trlclty and nuelaar tltctrlolty-rwn land, During hit teoond year In • Keep your cur's uus tank full for go very smoothly, • Turn oil eleclileul appliances (hut On Page 5 office he married Pranoei Fol- emergency use und to keep the fuel lino Inoraaasd steadily at an average The wciilher coiipciiiled loo, Thanks In were on whun Hit! power wunl oil'tu avoid annual rata of 2.3 paroant. whoever innde thai possible1! torn, who wai 27 yeart hie Junior. from frce/.ing, AWATCHUNC COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION \t fflesttitlb ffieafterandTHE TIMES of Scotch Plains - Fanwood Thursday, January 9,1997 Page 5
UECAUSE Universal Truths About WESTFIELDHRS That Thing Called Love AlUDIIT'lcrtliriUt Former Mayor Responds to Letter ME,,, By Louis H. Clark What is the common denominator be- few cases and making them universal. About Shortage of Parting Spaces tween a knight in shining armor, a wealthy For some reason they forgot that it is tfie man and a guy with an expensive car? lioness that docs all the hunting and fight- In a letter last week, Elyse Weber- less danger to commuters running to- $585,000 Sacks poses a number of questions and Answer: It is the fact that they are best ing and protecting. That it is the female wards and climbing up and down car able to protect, provide and pamper a bear that will attack anything that re- issues as a resident frustrated by the short- steps. To a iayman, this made sense. age of commuter parki ng at the Westfield woman and her children. I heard this motely looks as if it was going to hurt the The challenge then was to get the best- while I was clicking around the television cubs. train station now under renovation. Since appearing, least obtrusive solution to the one night. I happened in on this Public I know the saying that most people I was mentioned in her litany of concerns, renovations, This took three years of ne- Broadcasting System program while they would never fall in love if they had not I wanted to update her and others on gotiations. I rejected NJ Transit's origi- were showing how men and women pick heard about it. 1 know our millennium developments leading up to the present nal proposal to "upgrade" the present each other in this little village, which I will be celebrated as the one which rein- construction program. tunnel; that has been tried before and think was in Morocco. vented ihe word "love" to mean some- On commuting: Town fathers are failed. A new, bigger, brighter tunnel to thing secular instead of religious, but it is acutely aware of the importance of com- the east, with proper drainage and closed- The men and women walked around a factor, though nowadays we call it chem- muting to Westfield — as former Town circuit television, would better serve both the village center to try and pick the mate istry so it can be in line with the computer Historian Ralph H. Jones says in the commuters and off-hour and weekend thatsuited them, Butbefore they coulddo age. documentary Comcast and we did on • use of the sbuth side lots for downtown anything, the picture switched to a bird Historic Downtown Westfield, at the turn businesses. Elevators were necessary to and how he was arranging a false nest to I also wondered what a group of femi- of the century one-eighth of the popula- make both platforms and the tunnel handi- attract a mate. nists thought when they heard about men tion boarded a train every day! Several of cap-accessiple; we were shown why The next time I came back to the pro- protecting women and being rewarded my predecessors as Mayor and numerous ramps woulijl not work. gram they were into the knight in armor, for it by love. wealthy man and flashy car fellow. That's Some guys who had seen the program councilmen have been commuters, as I I reached out to the Westfield Histori- when I heard about all this protection and were thrilled with it. They had not real- was some years ago. We all see commut- cal Society, the Historic Preservation provision business. ized they were so necessary to the fe- ers in action during election season. Commission^ and the Board of Architec- Like all scientists, they were taking a males they knew. On parking: People holding permits let tural Review for comments and sugges- them lapse rarely — in part because the tions. All responded and participated. No GOING UP...The United Fund of Westfield has raised $537,144, or 92 percent, monthly fee is cheap compared to other one liked the ideaof high-level platforms of its goal of $585,000 forth e 1996-1997 campaign. "In order to assure our 21- commuting expenses. If it is any consola- or a panoply of canopies as originally member agencies receive the total allocations promised by the United Fund for tion, my name is on the list with hers, proposed. Nprdid they like elevator tow- 1997, we are counting on the support of all Westflelders to continue the tradition National Archives going back to 1994. ers and NJ Transit was so advised. of response," noted Susan Pepper, Campaign Chairwoman. Pledge cards and The town has an ordinance allowing F611owing months of discussion among contributions may be sent to 301 North Avenue, West, Westfleld, 07090. selling permits only to residents; since these Westfiejders and several presenta- Topic for Genealogists the town owns the lot (thanks to the tions to the Town Council emerged a John Celardo, Assistant Director of the National Archives-Northeast wisdom of town fathers 40 years ago) we negotiated design; getting consensus Landscape Artist to Show Region since August 1990, will address the regular monthly meeting of can do this. I have received, as have and agreement I do consider one of my ac- the Genealogical Society of the West Fields on Saturday, January 11, in will other Mayors, irate letters over this complishments as Mayor. The result was from surrounding community residents not what anybody sought or wanted but the meeting room of the Westfield Memorial Library from 10 a.m. to threatening, among other things, boy- the best Westfield could get and far better Oil Painting Techniques noon. cotting downtown businesses. than what we were originally offered. Lee Hughes of Peapack, an artist painter and skillful in all painting Mr. Celardo received a bachelor's degree in history in 1969 from St. The Town Clerk and the Westfield The platform exteriors, instead of be- and teacher, will conduct a landscape media, Mr. Hughes consistently wins Peter's College in Jersey City. He joined the National Archives in 1970 police aggressively confirm residency. ing open, will be faced with textured painting demonstration for members' awards in regional art shows. His and has spent most of his career with the New York Federal Records License plate checks and other measures masonry cast from an impression of the of the Westfleld Art Association, and Center. His professional memberships include the Archivists Round are conducted periodically. Misused per- historic station buildings. The platforms work is included in major corporate guests on Sunday, January 12, at the and private collections. Table of Metropolitan New York and the Mid-Atlantic Regional Ar- mits are forfeited or not renewed. Resi- will be acces sible by stairs at points each chives Conference. dents knowing of violators have, and are on the inbound and outbound sides. Westfield Community Room, 425 Mr. Hughes received his training at East Broad Street in Westfield. the Boston Museum School and cur- Most archives, formerly accessible at the Bayonne Ocean Terminal, encouraged to, report plate numbers to The length of canopy has been reduced have been moved to 201 Varick Street in New York City. Recently, in the Clerk's office. to preserve visibility of the buildings. Known for his bold, painterly tech- rently teaches landscape painting at The meters are on railroad right of The elevatorl towers have been reduced in ' nique and rich coloration, Mr. Hughes the Somerset Art Association, Morris discussion of government downsizing, a plan was proposed to shift way; NJ Transit cannot allow local favor- height to the absolute minimum needed, will demonstrate a complete oil paint- County Art Association and the holdings in this area to Philadelphia, triggering a groundswell of effort by archival researchiststomaintaintheNewYorkCityfacility.lt has just itism, and insists these spaces be avail- and |ocated as far from the buildings as ing technique with an accompanying Livingston Art Association. been officially announced that the removal project has been scuttled. able to all on a first-come basis; the town possible. NJ Transit is coming up with explanation of the methods and tech- The demonstration is open to the some funds to decorate the tunnel, which can and does meter same. niques he employs, public and there is no admission fee. - The meeting is open to members and the society invites the general Fair and appropriate programming of will be half t le length of the existing one. public as well, at no charge. Refreshments will be served. Additional the meters in the circle and in the lot to the Several public input sessions contributed Recognized by artists, judges and The Westfield Community Room is' critics as an accomplished landscape handicapped accessible. details about this meeting, or the Genealogical Society of the West west has been considered, and changed, to this process. Commuters unfortunately Fields, may be obtained from Robert Miller, President, at 233-6360. repeatedly over the years in efforts to did not choose to attend same. balance the interests of South Avenue Whether A DA, one of the biggest "Con-' Freeholders Salute Marines' Toy Drive gress mandates but Congress doesn't pay" businesses versus commuters and others. The United States Marines landed "Many agencies, such as the St. Man prefers to believe what he prefers to be true. —Francis Bacon No doubt same will be reconsidered and examples in I listory, is good public policy, at the Union County Administration Clare's Home for Children, Hope changed in the future. and whether the $6 mi llion NJ Transit has Building in Elizabeth, although they Glorious Baptist Church, the Bat- to spend on making Westfield's station On the construction: NJ Transit first were loaded down with toys, not tered Women's Shelter and St. Jacinta Children and watches must not be constantly wound up—you must let them advised the town that it planned high- comply with ADA (and like sums at level platforms and tunnel changes in almost 200other stations statewide) would loaded for action, as they continued and the Homeless Coalition in Eliza- run too. September 1993. NJ Transit said it had no be better spei it on direct access trains, are their famous "Toys for Tots" cam- beth; Rah way Day Care; Plainfield —Jean Paul choice, and faced federal penalties if two interest] lg questions. I hope that the paign this past Christmas season. Homeless Shelter at the Plainfield Westfield and other stations were not incoming ad ministration, when it is con- • * • YWCA; Linden Born Again Day Care brought into compliance — fast. Being fronted with state and federally man- "The 'toys for Tots' program Center; and the Reverend Alexander familiar with the requirements of the dated requirements of any sort will be as helped over 2,000 families in the Williams of Kenilworth, have ben- successful ilk deriving a resolution that review ^ . __ Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), Union County area this year," said , efited from the generosity and self- including reading the Act and commen- makes palatable what others thrust upon' Raise Your Scores our commutiity. • Freeholder Edwin H. Force, "andthey lessness of the Marine Corps," he courses taries in connection with my former cor- are most grateful for this assistance." added. porate responsibilities, I had to agree. Also, NJ Transit said high-level plat- Garland C.' 'Bud"Boothe,Jr. won't Techniques ^Hti Can forms would make the trains run faster, Former Mayor with less loading time at Westfield and . Westfleld Bring Health and Wellness Into Your Home... Marcia Lawrence, M.A., author of How To Take The SAT, announces the opening of registration for the only course that i Mr. Hartnett to Conduct teaches you the psychology behind the test that will overcome your fears and help increase your scores. You'll find out how to recognize clues to BOW TO TXKETKE Arts Workshop in Fanwood answers and trick questions, how to deal with Artist and conservator Michael volved is the use of materials in unique multiple choice and math "stumpers," how Hartnett will conduct a workshop on \ ways, the spokesman continued. therapeutic mossage to digest material quickly and efficiently, SAT Mr. Hartnett frequently lectures Wednesday, January IS, at the Fan- , how to locate every answer in the reading wood Train Station on North Avenue about restoration and art, and has in Fanwood. written extensively. His work has been comprehensive question - every technique "The workshop for those interested exhibited jit the State Museum in An Alternative and strategy you 'II need to raise your scores. in the arts will involve breakthroughs Trenton, the Hunterdon Art Center in in the creative process through a se- Clinton, Barron Art Center in That Works When: Beginning Wed., Jan.15,1997 ries of dynamic exercises," a spokes-. Woodbridge, Jane Voorhees Zimmerli . man for the Scotch Plains and Fan- Art Gallery at Rutgers University as wood Arts Association said. well as other museums, galleries and In-Home Massage The group will discover ways of private collections. He was featured 7-10 P.M. 7 weeks in the November 24,1991 issue of Therapy for Women overcoming rifts to the creative pro- Where: Temple Emanu-EI cess, and enhancing eye-hand coor- ' The Star Ledger. dination to better connect with the The wor (shop is sponsored by the' 756 E. Broad St., Westfield energies of the imagination. Also in- Scotch Pla ns and Fanwood Arts As- FF. Info.: Ann Glickman sociation, >nd the public will be ad- 233-2649 Judy Gordon Mentlik, RN Westfield Professor mitted without charge. Gift Certificates Available 292-4245 For more information, please call Licensed Massage Therapist P9 INC. To Teach Norwegian Barbara S\|vindlehurst at 322-4877. Intermediate courses in Norwegian will be offered at two levels of profi- ciency during the spring semester at Union County College (UCC), A Few Good Reasons Why You. Should Visit The course will be presented by Professor A.H. Roholt-Moen of Westfield, who has been a UCC fac- 856 MOUNTAIN AVE. 407 SOUTH AVE., W. ulty member of modern language Pingry MOUNTAINSIDE, N.J. WESTFIELD, NJ since 1968. She will teach the non- Tele.: 232-0402 Tele.: 233-4018 credit Norwegian courses under the FAX: 232-6594 FAX: 233-1506 auspices of the college's Department A Coeducational Country Day School of Continuing Education and Com- For Grades K-12 munity Services. Two parts are being offered so that intermediate students 135 Years of Teaching Excellence will be able to study with others who have proficiency levels closely Student/Faculty Ratio: 8 to 1 Combination 99 aligned to their own, Faculty with Advanced Degrees: 71 Professor Roholt-Moen will teach Student/Faculty Governed Dinners to Go Each Norwegian courses for the fifth se- Honor System Since I92S • In Microwavable Containers • mester, based on a large turnout of persons taking the courses so far, Computer Instruction Grades K-12 (Choice of 1 Storemade Entree & 2 Side Dishes) Students will learn speaking, read- Foreign Language Introduced Grade 1 ing and writing skills, plus obtain Commitment lo Community Service knowledge of Norway's culture and Grades K-12 Entrees Include: Side Dishes Include: civilization. Norway is Professor Roholt-Moen's native country. 28 Varsity Sports Teams • 1/2 Rack of Baby Back Ribs • Angel Hair Pasta "Norwegian III" will bo held from (Among Ihe Highest in All NJ Schools) • Macaroni & Cheese 7 to9:30p,m, on Fridays, February 7 52 Student Clubs & Organizations • 1/2 Rotisserie Chicken through March 14, at Ihc college's Seniors Achieving National Merit • Chicken Francais • Caesar Salad (w/croutons) Crunford campus, "Norwegian IV" will bo conducted at the same time, Scholarship Commendation Level or • Pepper Steak • Steamed Vegetable Medley on Fridays, March 21 through May 2, Higher: 26% • Green Beans Almondine ulso at the Cranford campus. • Vegetable Lasagna Those Interested In further Infor- • Baked Ziti • Honey Glazed Carrots mation may call 709-7600. • Meat Lasagna • Roasted New Potatoes Patricia Greiff Wins • Chicken Marsala • Sweet Potato Pancakes Sales Distinction • Chicken Tenders • Braised Red Cabbage w/apples Patricia G re Iff has nguin been named Sules Ansociiiieof the Month • Grilled Herb Chicken • Mixed Baby Greens w/dressing ut Prudential New Jersey Realty's • Veal Parmcsian • Pcnne Pasta Salad Wcsttleld office, Raised In Scotch Plains, Ms, Grclff • Italian Meat Balls w/Sun-Dried Tomatoes has been u member of New Jersey • Meat Loaf • Sesame Noodles Association of'ReiiltorNMillion Dol- lar Sales Club eluht limes in the lust 10 years. According to her manager, Bernndettc Houston, she Is "u con- Full Service Catering Available suinmatc professional who has it loyal f'ollov/lng among her clients." She can be reached ut 232-5664, Page 6 Thursday, January 9, 1997 ffieaocr and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains - Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION
John Molinelli and Miss Donna Rose Varano David A. Lavender and Miss Elizabeth Clanahan J^onna Elizabeth CLananan OL C. Do Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Varano of ing from Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- Mr. and Mrs. James Clanahan of Wexford, Pennsylvania, together with versity. She is a Network Systems ate of Westfield High School and Snellville, Georgia, have announced Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Halpin of Sales Specialist at Anixter, Inc. in Georgia Southern University. He is the engagement of their daughter, Westfield, have announced the en- Cranbury. employed by Browning Ferris Indus- Miss Elizabeth Clanahan of gagement of their daughter, Miss The future bridegroom graduated MR. AND MRS. DANIEL JAY GIINSBURG tries in Atlanta, Georgia. Snellville, to David A. Lavender of Donna Rose Varano, to John Christo- from Princeton High School and re- (She is the former Miss Jatni Lynn Elkin) A June wedding is planned. Atlanta, Georgia, the son of Mr. and pher Molinelli. Mr. Molinelli is the ceived a bachelor's degree in finance Mrs. Robert Lavender of Scotch son of Mrs. Maryanne Molinelli of from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Plains and Sarasota, Florida, formerly Princeton and the late John Andrew He is a sales representative for landand J!uJ!unn n S of Westfield. ow. Molinelli Bloomberg Financial Markets L.P. in d The bride-to-be is a graduate of The future bride is a 1990 graduate New York City. Georgia Southern University and of Westfield High School and re- A wedding is planned for May of teaches Kindergarten in Marietta, ceived a bachelor's degree in market- 1998. Mr. and Mrs. Jonathon Bass of Miss Jami Lynn Elkin, the daugh- of Westfield High School and re- Georgia. Scotch Plains have announced the ter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Elkin of ceived his Bachelor of Arts Degree in The future bridegroom is a gradu- birth of their twins on Wednesday, West Caldwell, was married on Sat- Government and Politics from the JCC Sets Open House December 4, at Overlook Hospital in Fanwood Library to Begin urday, September 21, to Daniel Jay University of Maryland. Hecurrently Summit. Ginsburg, the son of Mr. and Mrs. serves as the chief speechwriter for For Nursery School Their son, Benjamin Matthew, Melvin Ginsburg of Westfield, at the Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Al- The Jewish Community Center weighed seven pounds, one ounce Crystal Plaza in Livingston. mond. (JCC) of Central New Jersey Nursery and measured 20 inches in length. Storytime Signups Monday School, 1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch The Fanwood Memorial Library Children's Department has an- The ceremony was performed by Miss Lisa Luria of Ellicot City, Their daughter, Sophie liana, weighed Rabbi Norman Pates of Temple Sha- Maryland, served as maid of honor. Plains, will sponsor an open house for six pounds, 15 ounces and measured nounced its new roster of Storytimes and Special Programs for children. new families on Monday, Junuary 13, lom of West Essex in Cedar Grove Bridal attendants were Mrs. Andrea Fanwood residents will be given priority in those programs where at 7:30 p.m. 19 3/4 inches in length. and Rabbi Charles Kroloff of Temple Lokshin, the sisterof the bridegroom; registration is required. In-person registration will begin this Monday, Parents interested in the 1997-1998 They join a sister, Hannah Rose, Emanu-El of Westfield. Miss Cheryl Groeshel, Miss Lauren January 13, at 10:30 a.m. and end on Friday, January 17, at 4:30 p.m. nursery school year are encouraged to 2 1/2 years old. Sheldon, Miss Melanie Millman, There is no fee or charge for these programs. Each program will last one- The bride, a 1989 graduate of James attend this program. Susan Bennett, Mrs. Bass is the former Miss Miss Jennifer Niebling and Miss half hour. Caldwell High School, received a Early Childhood Director, will answer Jacqueline Cohen. _ Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychol- Meredith Sandberg. questions about the JCC Nursery A Two-Year-Old Storytime with crafts will begin Tuesday; January The babies' maternal grandmother ' ogy from the University of Maryland School andEarlyChildhoodprograms. 21, running on consecutive Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., concluding February Adam Weinstein of Rockville, is Mrs. Charlotte Gelfand of at College Park. She completed her A tour of the newly-expanded JCC 11. A parent or adult must attend with each child. Pre-registration is Maryland, was best man. Ushers were Watchung and the maternal grand- master's degree in social work at the facility will be conducted. necessary and attendance will be limited to 10 children. Matthew Elkin, the brother of the parents are Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Catholic University in Washington, bride, Marcus Dimitri, Andy Registration forthe 1997-1998 nurs- A Three and Four-Year-Old Storytime with crafts also will begin ery school year begins on Wednesday, Cohen of Hackensack, formerly of D.C., and is employed as a child and Weintraub.DaxAlvarez, Jeff Lokshin January 21, running on consecutive Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m., concluding February 5. Families wishing to bring Westfield. family therapist at the Newport and Glen Kiesel. February 11. Parents are welcome to attend with their child or to stay on their children to visit the JCC Nursery The paternal grandparents are Mr, County Community Mental Health Following a wedding trip to the School are asked to call 889-8800 for a and Mrs. Stevens Bass of Ocean hand nearby in the Children's Department. A parent or adult must be Center in Newport, Rhode Island. present in the building. Children younger than 3 may not attend this French Riviera, the cpuple resides in day-time tour. Township. program. Pre-registration is necessary and attendance is limited to 15 The bridegroom is a 1988 graduate Warwick, Rhode Island. children. An additional storytime for 4 and 5 year olds will begin on Wednes- day, January 22, at 2 p.m., concluding Wednesday, February 12. n J\\. Pre-registration is required and attendance is limited to 15 children. Storytime for children in Kindergarten to grade 3 will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 21 to February 11. Pre-registration is not Do WuLQamu. B. required. A parent or adult must accompany his or her child. Dr. and Mrs. Raymond Stephen Mr. McCrudden is the grandson of Van Harn of Savannah, Georgia and Mrs. Hilda McCrudden of Mr. and Mrs. David John Meeker of Middlefield, Ohio and of the late Solitude is as needful to the imagination as society is wholesome for the Oakland, California, formerly of James McCrudden, and the late Mr. character. Westfield, have announced the en- and Mrs. Owen Thomas English of —James Russell Lowell gagement of their daughter, Miss Portsmouth, Ohio. He is a graduate Kathryn Moran Meeker, to James of Bob Jones University in Greenville, Brian McCrudden of Augusta, Geor- South Carolina and is employed by The need for absolutes may be nothing but a want of love. —Jean Rostand gia, the son of Mrs. Joyce Ann Salant Corporation in Augusta. McCrudden and the late Richard A June wedding is planned in IN REHEARSAL...Dlanne Mroz, left, and Pat Baeder will choreograph this James McCrudden. Augusta. year's Washington School show "It's Hip lo Bt Square." The school's major The bride-elect is the granddaugh- fundraiser is In Its 49th year. ter of Mrs. Dorothy Meeker of African-Violet Group KITCHENS & BATHS Westfield and the late John Kortright by Meeker, Sr., and of Mrs. Marjorie To Meet January 16 Washington School Plans Fitzgerald of Westfield and the late The Union County Chapter of the John Joseph Fitzgerald, Sr. African Violet Society of America Miss Meeker attended Westfield will meet Thursday, January 16, at 1 Production of 49th Show on schools and graduated from Savan- p.m. in the Scotch Plains Library, The 49th annual production of the This annual show is the school's nah Country Day School, She is also 1927 Bartle Avenue. Washington School show, Jt's Hip to major fundraiser, with the net pro- Visit our showroom and find out a graduate of the University of Geor- The program will be "Fill the Mini Be Square, written by Toby Becker ceeds making up the total budget for gia and the Medical College of Geor- Niche," and Dan Couture, will be performed the following school year. how our knowledgeable staff will gia and is employed by University All interested individuals are in- on Friday, February 7, at 8 p.m. and This year's cast includes: Mary coordinate the entire job from Hospital in Augusta. vited to attend. Saturday, February 8 at 2 and 8 p.m. Ann Markowski, Louise Loffredo, at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Elizabeth Scollon, Linda Thayer, design thru installation. Westfield. Laurie Goldsmith-Heitner, Loris Itz, This year's show will take the au- Nancy Lau, Allen Dunstan, Lauren dience back to the 1950s and in- Fiast, Kathy' Carlson, Mary 40 North Avenue • Garwood Clegante, cludes characters such us Fonzi, and Parkinson, John Fietktewicz, Norma 908-789-1790 sonus from Grease and Bye, Bye, Nemec, Roger Hayden, Bill Ludlum, Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 • Saturday 9-12 • Evenings Available Birdie. 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ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL CHURCH FANWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TEMPLE EMANU-EL To Be Offered at Synagogue 559 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains 756 East Broad Street, Westfield Martinc and La Grande Avenues 1 East Broad Street, Westfield Temple Beth-El of Cranford and thecommunity at large. Ms. Bernstein The Reverend J. R. Nellson, Rector P, O, Box 69 The Reverend David F. Ilarwood, Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Fanwood Rabbi Deborah Josclow Westfield has announced that a five- has been teaching the "Aleph-Bet," .iiul Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Senior Pastor 889-8891 Trent Johnson, 232-6770 week free Hebrew reading crash the Hebrew alphabet, to adult Thursday, noon, Al Anon The Reverend Stephanie Millcr-Mcl.anc Director of Music Friday, Minyan, 7 a.m.; Shabhat service, 8:15 course will be open to all interested congregants of Temple Beth-El for Sunday, 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, and 10 am The Reverend Elizabeth Andcrson-Domcr Dr. Dan Bottorff, p.m., with Rabbi Kroloff speaking on "The New persons. The course will be held from Morning prayer. llaftorah Commentary" and Sisterhood will dedi- the past three years. Pastoral Associate for Christian Education Associate Minister of Pastoral Care and Sunday, January 19, through Sunday, Monday, 12:30 p.m., Overeaters, and 730 Robert II. tiangewerc, Jr. Nurture cate candlesticks in memory of Kikl Kass and She said several of her students p.m., llov Seoul Troop No. 104. Director of Music and the Fine Arts 2334211 Linda Lcrner. The Temple Choir will sing. February 16, at 9:30 a.m. have gone on to celebrate their Bar/ Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Co-Dependents Anony- Thursday, Cherub Choir, 3:30 p.m.; Celebra- Sunday, First Sunday of fipiphany, Seeker's Saturday, Minyan, 10 a.m. Through the sponsorship of the Bat Mitzvahs, receiving their mous, and 8 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous Sunday, Minyan, 8:30 a.m., and Social Action tion Choir, 4 p.m.; Celebration Ringers, 4:45 worship service, 9 a.m.; church school for all National Jewish Outreach Program Haftorahs and even reading the Wednesday, 9 a.m., Holy Eucharist • Confes- p.m.; (iirl Scouts, 7 p.m., and Sanctuary Choir, children and youth: Continuing education classes Itrunch, II) a.m. sion of St. 1'ctcr. 7:30 p.m. for adults, FaithLink, Seekers' class, Kerygma Monday, Minyan, 7 a.m., and Israeli dancing (NJOP) Liela Bernstein, a reading weekly Torah portion. "Reading the Sunday, Public worship, 10 a.m.; Christian Bible study and single parent class, 9:45 a.m., and Beginning Hebrew, 7:30 p.m. specialist, is offering this program to five books of Moses in Hebrew ASSEMBLY OF GOD EVANGEL CHURCH education classes, 10:15 a.m.; confirmation class, and Morning worship with Reverend Ilarwood Tuesday, Minyan, 7 a.m.; Bible Class, 9:30 there's no poweK like that," she re- 1251 Tcrrill Road a.m., and choir rehearsal, 8 p.m. 11:15 a.m.; Westminster Preschool Open House, delivering a sermon entitled "Thy Mighty Grasp Single Parents Plan marked. Scotch Plains 2 p.m., and Koinonia Group, 6:30 p.m. of Me," 11 a.m. Baptism of older children will Wednesday, Minyan, 9 a.m.; Our Jewish Musi- 322-9300 Monday, Girl Scouts, 7 p.m. lake place during the worship service, as well as cal Heritage course, adult confirmation class, Pizza and NFL Party Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m., and Tuesday, Bible study and prayer service, 1 commissioning of Stephen Ministers. Child care Religious School Committee and Eldernet Com- "Imagine being able to read the Sunday School 9:30 a.m. p.m.; Westminster Singers, 4 p.m., and Deacons will he available during both worship services mittee, 7:30 p.m. Westfield Christian Single Parents, prayer book at services or the liihle Study, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. meeting, 7:30 p.m. followed hy brunch in the social hall; private Thursday, Minyan, 7 a.m.; Renaissance Bridge, a new organization for those aged 30- Haggadah at your Passover seder, or Wednesday, Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.; Genesis reception lor Stephen Ministers, 5 p.m., and Basic Judaism Course and "Re Still and Know 50 sponsored by three Westfield taking a trip to Israel and actually FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Ringers, 4 p.m.;CalvinChoir,4:45 p.m.; Middlers, youth group, 5:30 p.m. That I Am God" course, 7:30 p.m., and Nominat- churches, is hosting a Pizza and NFL 1171 Tcrrill Road ing Committee, 8 p.m. reading the posters and street signs. 5:30 p.m., and Chancel Ringers, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Disciple Bible study, 7 p.m.; Stephen Playoff Party on Sunday, January 12, Scotch Plains Saturday, Food Bank (third Saturday of the Ministry, 7:30 p.m., and spiritual renewal group It's so easy and so convenient to go to The Reverend Sam Chonc, Pastor month), 10 a.m. No. 1,8 p.m. WILLOW GROVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH from 4 p.m. through 7 p.m. It will be a local synagogue and learn to read 322-9222 Tuesday, Bible study, 9:15 a.m.; PrimaryKDC, The Reverend Kenneth G. Hclzel held at the First Baptist Church in Hebrew in just five short weeks," 10:30 a.m., Worship, and nursery care for THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 3:30 p.m.; Fife & Drum, 6:30 p.m., Whoops, 7:30 Minister Westfield, 170 Elm Street, next to 170 Elm Street 1961 Raritan Road Ms. Bernstein further explained. infants and toddlers. p.m., and Council on Ministry and Staff Parish Video Video. Wcstfleld Relations Committee, 8 p.m. Scotch Plains NJOPis a national non-profit orga- BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH The Reverend Dr. Robert L. Harvey, Wednesday, Wesley KDC, 3:30 p.m.; Ameri- 232-5678 For an $8 admission fee, area 539 Trinity Place, Westfield nization that offersa variety of courses Minister can Performance, 5:30 p.m., Stephen Ministry Sunday, 9 am., Sunday school for all age singles can watch the game on a big The Reverend Kevin Clark, Pastor The Reverend Dr. Dee Dee Turlington, groups; 10 a.m., Fellowship time in Ryno Hall; about Jewish heritage. Class and Evensong, 7:30 p.m., and Women's screen television and partake in pizza, 233-4250 Minister of Christian Education Retreat and Board of Trustees, 8 p.m. 10:30 a.m., Morning worship with sermon on Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Sunday School for all ages; and Evangelism Thursday, Oratorio, 7 p.m.; Task Force on "Those Who Will Not See," with Reverend Hetzel's soft drinks and conversation. Classes will be held at Temple Beth- 11 a.m., Worship Services with sermons by the The Reverend Louis A. Ruprecht, Ministry to Unemployed, 7:30 p.m., and Sanctu- message on Epiphany. Children's church activi- Westfield Singles also offers child El, located at 338 Walnut Avenue in Reverend Kevin Clark; Communion served on ties for preschool to first grade will be held Minister of Development ary Choir, 8:30 p.m. care for children two years old and Cranford. Temple Beth-El isequipped the first Sundays and Baptisms on the fourth William R. Malhews, during the worship hour. Richard Kopituk joins Sundays of each month. Friday, Noon Timers, noon, and panic relief, up. with a lift for the handicapped. Minister of Music 6:30 p.m. the church as Music Director. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., New Members Class- 233-2278 Monday, 7:15 p.m., small group prayer meet- For further information, please call For further information or to regis- 7:30, Prayer Service and Ilible Study. Thursday, 9 a.m., Hearing Society; 7:30 p.m., THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH ing in the lounge. 233-2278 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ter, please call the temple office at Friday, 7 p.m., Weekly Youth Fellowship led Bell Choir rehearsal, and 8:15 p.m., Chancel OF THE HOLY TRINITY Wednesday, 8 p.m., Mid-week Bible study on weekdays, or leave a message at 654- 276-9231 or NJOP at 1-800-44- by the Reverends James Turpin and Terry Choir rehearsal and Alanon/Aduit Children of Westflcld Avenue and First Street the Gospel of Matthew and the beginnings of Richardson, Associate Ministers. Alcoholics meeting. The Reverend Joseph Masiello, Pastor Jesus Ministry Bible study. Studies conclude with 3054. .HEBRE(W). Weekly, 3 to 8 p.m., Student Tutorial and Sunday, 9 a.m., Interfaith singles continental Rector)': 232-8137 shared prayer concerns. All are welcome to join Mentoring Program - sessions held Monday breakfast and discussion group and Sunday Saturday Evening Mass, 5:30 o'clock. the studies at any time. through Thursdays. If interested, please call the school for ages 4 through adult on Mark 1:4-11, Sunday Masses 7:30, 9 and 10:30 a.m. and Thursday, 9:30 am., Mid-week Bible study on church for an appointment. the baptism of Jesus and adult forum, "Buns, noon. the Gospel of Matthew, and the Sermon on the 'Struggle for Soul of Israel' Bagels and Budgets;" 10:30 am., worship ser- Italian Masses: 11 a.m., except in July and Mount Bible study, all are welcome to join at any THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST vice with Reverend Harvey preaching on Mark August. time, and 7:30 p.m., Choir rehearsal with Direc- OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 1:4-11; 3:00 p.m.. pizza and playoffs for Chris- Daily Masses: 7 and 9 a.m. tor of Music Richard Kopituk. To Be Topic for Rabbi Regev 1781 Raritan Road tian singles age 30 to 50; 5:15 p.m., youth Intercessory Prayer, Monday, 8:45 a.m. Throughout the week, small groups will meet Scotch Plains, New Jersey supper; 6 p.m., 45+interfaith singles buffet night in homes for prayer and bible study, guests are Rabbi Uri Regev, Director of the spokesman for Temple Emanu-El (908)889-5556 out and youth supper, and 6:30-7:30 p.m., youth THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH welcome. Israel Religious Action Center in Sunday, Sacrament meeting, 10 a.m.; Sunday said. Rabbi Regev represents the cen- group OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Jerusalem, will speak on "The school, 11:10 am, and Priesthood/Relief Soci- 1571 South Marline Avenue CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH ter, which is sponsored by ARZA, Monday-Friday mornings, Mobile Meals pre- 108 Eastman Street, Cranford Struggle for the Soul of Israel" at ety, 12:10 p.m. pared for delivery. Scotch Plains before the Supreme Court of Israel in Tuesday, Youth activity (12 to 18 year olds), The Reverend John Kennedy, Pastor The Reverend George Freyberger, Temple Emanu-El of Westfield on cases on behalf of individuals whose Monday, noon, Alcoholics Anonymous meet- Pastor 7:30 p.m. ing and 7:30 p.m., Barbershoppers meeting. The Reverend Kenneth Evans, Friday, January 17, at 8:15 p.m. The religious or civil rights have been Associate Pastor 276-2418 Tuesday, noon, Alcoholics Anonymous meet- Sunday, 8:30 a.in.,Service of word and prayer, public is invited. denied. COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ing and 7:15 to 8:30 p.m., adult Bible study of the The Reverend Richard U, Odoemela, OF MOUNTAINSIDE Associate Pastor 11 a.m., Service of Holy Communion with the Rabbi Regev is a native of Tel Aviv New Testament book of Philippians, led by Reverend George W. Freyberger preaching at 1459 Deer Path Reverend Ruprecht 889-2100 and is a member of the Israeli Bar. He Deer Path and Meeting House Lande both services. Adult Forum and Sunday church Wednesday, 5:15 and 7:30 p.m., Weight Watch- Liturgy of the Eucharist is an Executive Board member of the The Reverend Dr. Christopher R. Bcldcn, Saturday, 5:30 p.m. school are held from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. ers and 7:30 to 8:45 p.m., Bible for beginners, a Monday, 8 p.m., Executive Committee. Association of Civil Rights in Israel Pastor four-week course for those with no prior knowl- Sunday, 7:45, 9, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. and 232-9490 Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Operations, and 8 p.m., and of HEMDAT, the Council for edge of the Bible. 12:45 p.m. Arts Circle. Sundays, 1030 a.m., Worship and Church Weekdays, 7, and 8 a.m. Freedom of Science, Religion and Wednesday, 4:30 p.m., Alleluia and Junior School with nursery care during services. Holy FIRST CHURCH OF Holyday Eves, 7 p.m. Culture in Israel. He is a founding Communion served the first Sunday of each CHRIST, SCIENTIST llolyday Masses, 6:45,8 a.m., noon and 7:30 Choirs; 5:30 p.m., Teen Choir, 6:45 p.m., Handbell month. The men's group meets the second 257 Midway Avenue p.m. Choir; 7:45 p.m., ELCW Board, and 8 p.m., member of B'Tzelem, an organiza- Monday of the month at 1I) a.m. The choir meets Fanwood Reconciliation Calvary Choir. tion which monitors human rights in Thursdays at 8 p.m. There is ample parking and 322-8461 Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m.; before 5:30 p.m. Mass territories, and a Trustee of B'Zchut, the building is accessible to the handicapped. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Worship 11 a.m., Sunday School for Saturday; Thursday before First Friday, 4:30 to 1171 Terrill Road an advocacy group for the rights of children and young adults up to age 20,11 a.m. 5:30 p.m. CONGREGATION ARI YEHUDA Scotch Plains the developmentally disabled. Christian Science Reading Room, on pre- The Reverend Sam Chong, Pastor 1251 Tcrrill Road mises, open Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE 322-9222 A frequent guest on Israeli and Scotch Plains Wednesday, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH international television and radio pro- Located rear entrance of Assembly of God 2032 Westfield Avenue 10:30 a.m., Worship, and nursery care for . Wednesday Evening Testimony Service, infants and toddlers. Evangel Church 8 o'clock. Scotch Plains grams, Rabbi Regev lectures at the 541-4849 Very Reverend Peter J. Zaccardo, Pastor Jerusalem campus of Hebrew Union Worship Services, 10 a.m. Saturdays. FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 322-5192 First Baptist Offers College where he is also on the Board Jewish and gentile believers in the Messiah of 422 East Broad Street, Westfield Masses, Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 7:30 of Overseers. He lives in Jerusalem Israel. a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon. Sunday Service, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Beginners Course with his wife, Gam, and two chil- CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL Sunday School, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. dren. Currently, the Regevs reside in Wednesday Evening Meeting, 8 o'clock. ST. HELEN'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH On Study of Bible 1920 Cllffwood Street Lamberts Mill Road and Rahway Avenue Cranford during Rabbi Regev's sab- Scotch Plains Christian Science Reading Room, 116 Quimby "Bible for Beginners," a four-week Rabbi Uri Regev Street Wcstfield batical. George Nudell, Rabbi The Very Reverend Monslgnor course explaining what the Bible is Matthew Axclroil, Cantor Daily, 11 am to 3 p.nv "As Director and Chief Counsel of The service will be led by Rabbis i Thursday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. James A. Burke, Pastor and how it came to be, will begin Mrs. Ruth C. Gross, Director of Education the center, Rabbi Regev is the most Charles A. Kroloff and Deborah A. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 232-1214 Wednesday, January 15, from 7:30 to 889-1830 Saturday evening Mass, 5:30. dynamic advocate of religious free- Joselow and Cantor Martha T. ' Friday Services, 8:30 p.m. 8:45 p.m., at The First Baptist Church Sunday Masses, 8,9:15 and 10:45 am., 12:15 dom and pluralism in Israel today," a Novick. The Temple Choir will sing. Saturday Services, 9:30 a.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH p.m. and 6:30 p.m., winter only. of Westfield located at 170Elm Street. Sunday Minyan, morning service, 9 o'clock. United Church of Christ Daily Masses, 7:30 and 9 a.m. Thursday Minyan, morning service, 7 o'clock. 125 Elmer Street, Westfield, The Reverend Louis Ruprecht, an The Reverend Dr. John G. Wightman, ST. JOHN'S BAPTIST CHURCH ordained minister with the American Family Life Seminar Slated ECHO LAKE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pastor 2387 Morse Avenue Baptist Churches (ABC) and an area East Rroad Street at Ms. Karen Senecal, Scotch Plains attorney, will lead the class, along Springfield Avenue Seminary Intern The Reverend Kelmo C. Porter, Jr., Pastor with the Reverend Dr. Dee Dee Westfield The Reverend John A. Mills, 232-6972 For Sunday at Presbyterian Minister at-Large Turlington, also ACB-ortained and Dr. Ellis Long, Minister Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. Dr. Michael Avila will lead a semi- to Raise a Healthy Child" will be led Dr. Barbara Thomson, Sunday Worship, 11 a.m. Minister of Christian Education and 233-4946 nar entitled "Partners and Parents: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship, Organist and Music Director Midweek Prayer Service, Wednesday, Evangelism at First Baptist. by Milton Faith, Executive Director 233-2494 7:30 p.m. Liking Ourselves, Loving Our Kids" of the Youth and Family Counseling 10:30 am. and (> p.m., and Wednesday, Bible "This course is a basic introduc- Class, 7 p.m. Sunday, first Sunday after Epiphany, 10 a.m., this Sunday, January 12. The semi- Service in Westfield and a Westfield Portuguese Speaking Services: Igreja De Cristo worship service and church school with Rever- ST. LUKE'S AFRICAN METHODIST tion for people with little or no famil- nar, sponsored by The Presbyterian end Wightman preaching. EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH iarity with the contents of the Bible," New Jersey-New York. Sunday School, 6 p.m.; Church in Westfield and to be held in Sunday Worship, 7:30 p.m., and Tuesday Bible The sanctuary Is accessible to persons who 500 Downer Street, Westfield according to the instructors. "We'll arc disabled. The Reverend Leon E. Randall, Pastor the church's Assembly Hall, 140 Study, 8 p.m. discuss questions such as how certain The Reverend Shlela Younger, Assoc. Pastor Mountain Avenue, from 12:45 p.m. Mrs. Julie Purnell, Musician writings became scripture for two FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH GRACE ORTHODOX to 4 p.m., is open to the public at a 524 South Street 233-2547 major religions and how the Jewish, PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH cost of $5 per person. Those persons New Providence 1100 Boulevard, Westfield Sunday Services Catholic and Protestant versions of Church School, 9:30 a.m. interested are invited to attend. The Reverends Murdoch MacPherson and The Reverend Stanford M. Sutton, Jr. theBiblediffer.Participants can bring Michael (icbhart, Pastors Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. Pastor any question they have and not be Child care is available by reserva- 464-5177 233-3938 or 232-4403 Wednesday Service tion only, as is a soup-and-sandwich Worship Services with Eucharist each Sunday Prayer Service, 11:30 a.m. embarrassed to ask it." Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Sunday school with classes lunch beginning at noon. at8:30 and II am for all ages; the men's class will be studying ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Members of the public are invited For more information, or to make a Sunday Church School Forums at 9:40 a.m. prayer, the women's class, "Pilgrim's Progress." 414 East Broad Street to attend any or all of the sessions, Morning worship (nursery provided), with Rev- # reservation, please call the church at Westfield, New Jersey 07090 Wednesdays, January 15,22,29 and erend Sutton preaching on "The 'Therefore' of 232-8506 233-0301. the End;" 3 p.m., service at the Westfield Center, February 5. Please call 233-2278 for NOVENA TO ST. JUDE The Reverend Roger II. Ard, Rector Dr. Avila is a graduate of Asbury, Genesis ElderCarc Network; 5:30 p.m., prayer The Reverend Eric K. Hinds, Curate more information. O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Mar- time In the Pine Room, and 6 p.m., evening Princeton and New York Theological tyr, great in virtue and rich in The Reverend David A. Cooling, worship with Reverend Sutton preaching on Priest Associate Widows and Widowers Seminaries and of the Blanton-Peale miracles, near kinsman of Jesus "Point Them to Jesus." The Reverend Hugh Llvengood, Associate Institute in Psychotherapy. He Christ, faithful intercessor of all Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m., monthly fellowship Rector Emeritus • To Meet January 12 pastored a Methodist church in Penn- who invoke your special patron- gathering. Children will attend Bible Club and Charles M. Banks, Minister of Musk age in time of need to you I have adults will attend program for men and women. Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Holy Eucharist with The first regular meeting of the sylvania before becoming a full-time recourse from the depth of my The gathering begins with a continental break- Mealing Kite. new year of the widows and wid- psychotherapist. fast. heart and humbly beg to whom Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Holy Eucharist (Rite II). owers will be held at 2 p.m. on As a follow-up to the Family Life God has given such great power Sunday, 7:45 a.m., Holy Eucharist (Rile I); 9 Sunday, January 12, at Our Lady of Seminar, a workshop specifically Dr. Michael Avila. a.m., Confirmation class, and 10 a.m., Holy to come to my assistance. Help REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH about parenting skills will be offered Clark and Cowpcrthwalte Place Eucharist (Rite II) and church school. Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, Leader columnist on family issues. me in my present an urgent peti- Wcsllkld Wednesday, 7 am., Holy Eucharist. located at 300 Central Avenue in the following night, Monday, Janu- There is no fee for this workshop, and tion. In return I promise to make The Reverend Paul E. Krltsch, Pastor SCOTCH PLAINS BAPTIST CHURCH Mountianside. ary 13, at 8 p.m. at the church. "How no reservations are required. your name known and cause you Roger G.Borchin, 333 Park Avenue Membership dues are $7 for the to be invoked. Say three "Our Fa- Director of Christian Education Scotch Plains year. To become a member, ihc only thers," three "Hail Marys" and 232-1517 The Reverend Dr. James Brlx, Senior requirement is to be a widow or wid- "Glorias." Publication must be Sunday Worship Services, 8:30 and 11 a.m.; Minister Westminster Preschool promised. St. Jude pray for us all Sunday school and Adult Illhle study, 9:50 a.m., *The Reverend Chaz. Hutchison, Minister of ower. who invoke your aid. AMEN. This and Sunday mornlni) nursery available. Christian Education Refreshments arc served at each Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Worship service, Novena has never been known to 322-54H7 meeting and activities are planned Holy Communion will he celebrated at all To Hold Open House Sunday fail. This Novena must be said for Sunday, HIS am,, Contemporary Worship; throughout the ycur, worship services. 931) am, Sunday School and Christian Educa- The Westminster Preschool will nine consecutive days.— C.A.G. The church and all rooms are handicapped tion Classes; 10:30 a.m., Traditional Worship: Forfurtherinformation, please call applicable is required at the time ol accessible. 6 p.m., I'rayer and I'ralse Services (firstund third 232-4732. hold nn open house and registration, registration. Sundays), and 7 p.m. Baptist Youth Fellowship, on Sunday, January 12, from 2 to 4 Lunch Bunch is an optional pro- Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Midweek I'rayer and p.m. in the Colyille Room at the grain offered on Wednesdays, Thurs- Illhle Miuly, Holy Trinity Seniors school. An overview of the program duys and Fridays, for one additional TCMI'IF, BKTII O'R/BKTII T0RAII It's Our Business To Meet on Monday will be presented by the Director hour after morning classes and be- 111 Valley Road, Clark The seniors of the Holy Trinity Nancy E. Bantz. Teachers ulso will 3H1N4O3 fore afternoon classes, To Build New Business llubhl Shawn H, Zcll Roman Catholic Parish will meet on be in attendance, and there will an Canlor Sleven Stern Monday, January 13, at 1:30 p.m. in opportunity to tour the facility. For more Information please call At Wclcoi ne Wagon, we're here to helpyour business, Thursday, Mlnyon, 6:59 a.m. (he cafeteria of the Holy Trinity Registration will begin ut the open Mrs. Bnntzut889-44O5. Westminster We visit new residents, new parents, and newly-engaged Friday, Mlnyon, 7 a.m., and Shiinbat, 8:30 p.m. Interparochial School inWestflcld. A house und continue until classes tire Preschool Is located at Mnrtine and Saturday, Sliahbat, 9:15 tint.; afternoon program will be presented by the LuOrande Avenues in Fanwood. couples in your area, and let them know who you are, Mliulia, Scuda, Maarlv and llavdulah. lull. Sunday, Mlnyon, 9 a.m. Union County Sheriff's Canine Westminster Preschool Is a Chris- where you
Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, YVestFidd, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has announced its participation in the sale of the above announced the sale of the above property at 408 announced the sale of the above property at 2224 announced its participation in the sale of the above property at 347 New Providence Road, Mountainside. property at 5 Chester Lang Place, Cranford. The Evergreen Boulevard, Scotch Plains. The property was Algonquin, Scotch Plains, The property was listed by property was listed by Doris Weingus and negotiations listed by Holly Cohen. Linda Parsons. The property was listed by Jane Mathcws and negotiations of sale were by Joyce Antonc. of sale were by Barbara Wyciskala.
Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfleld, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfleld, has announced its participation in the sale of the above announced the sale of the above property at 69 Colonial announced its participation in the sale of the above announced the sale of the above property at 1958 property at 955 South Springfield Avenue, Springfield. Grenville Road, Scotch Plains. The property was handled property at 11 Briarwood, Clark. The property was Drive, Clark. The property Mas handled by Barbara listed by Bobbie Boyd. McCarthy. The property was listed by Holy Cohen. by Holly Cohen.
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Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfield, has Weichert Realtors, 185 Elm Street, Westfleld, has Coldwcil Banker Residential Brokerage, 209 Central Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 209 Central announced the sale of the above property at 41 School announced its participation in the sale of the above Avenue, Westfleld, has announced the listing and sale of Avenue, has announced its participation in the sale of Street, Clark. The property was listed by Barbara property at 137 Jean Terrace, Union. The property this home located at 850 Fairacres Avenue, Westfield. this home at 4 Jeiina Court, Scotch Plains. The property McCarthy. was listed and negotiated by Bob DelRusso and Sue The property was listed by Harriet Lifson and was handled by Elvira M. Ardrey. Delaney. negotiations of sale were by Regina Vietro.
Coldwcil Hunker Residential Hrokcrage, 209 Central Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 2(>'J Central Coldwcil Banker Residential Brokerage, 209 Central Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 209 Central Avenue, West field, hus announced the sale of the Avenue, Westfield, hus announced the sale of the Avenue, has announced the sale of the property at 3 Avenue, has announced the listing and sale of this home property tit 2011 Hoynlon Avenue, Clark. The property property at 37 Itriarheath Lane, Clark. The property Iturnhum Court, Scotch Plains. The property was at 30 Stonclelgh Park, Westfield. The property was was handled Itv KathvSheu. was handled by Diane I'ellino. handled by John DeMarco. listed by Kay Grugnano and negotiations of sale were by Mary McEnerney. PfPF Itfai'Pte-. •l\ fflV i * .3 a • •i * n 1i •'• (ItJUfe 1
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PUBLICATION Volunteers Needed PTA Council to Host King Crossword For Tax Counseling ACROSS The American Association of Re- Coffees With Dr. Choye 1 Kojnk Inck tired Persons is seeking volunteers The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Parent 5 Woman of llie Teacher Association Council will host for its Tax Counseling to the Elderly kniglil? program. two coffee hours with the Superinten- dent of Schools, Dr. Carol B. Choyc. 9 — Mahal This program provides tax coun- For the convenience of members of the 12 Wine region seling to the elderly and low income community, one hour will be held in 13 Pianist individuals in Scotch Plains, Fan- the morning and anotherin the evening. Gilcls wood, and Westfield and all of Union The morning coffee is scheduled for 14 — disl mice .County. Tuesday, January 14, at 10 a.m. in the 15 Lahr role Terrill Middle School Media Center, 16 California If interested, please call Ed Evans town at 233-1961 for more details. located on Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. The evening coffee hour will precede 17 Cartoonist the school district's Educational Fo- Chast PUBLIC NOTICE rum for Technology and Mathematics 18 Phyllis on Wednesday, January 29, at 7 p.m. in Diller's NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT "husband" FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES the Media Center of Park Middle 44 45 46 47 BY THE BOROUOH OF FANWOOD School, located on Park Avenue in 19 "Born in the CONTRACTOR: Dennis A. Estis, Es- Scotch Plains. 50 quire. 20 Bronx cheer The community is invited tojoin Dr. NATURE OF 8ERVICE: Legal Repre- 21 Send the 53 sentation. Choye for coffee and a discussion of modern way the proposed budget for the school DURATION: Period ending December 23 Here, to Henri 56 31, 1997 or until his successor Is ap- district. Dr. Choye is expected to have 25 Pooch OPEN FOR BUSINESS...Billy Whalen, left, and Jim Whalen, right, Hank Ben ' pointed. the latest information on this issue and 28 George's DiFabio, third from left, and Rich Juntilla under the old Whalen's Automotive AMOUNT: $110.00 per hour. its impact on the school budget and (no 6 Andy's pal 30 Journey sign at 600 North Avenue, East, Westfield. The Whalen brothers recently sold ; A Copy of the Resolution and Contract community property taxes. predecessor relating to the services are on file and 32 As a 50 Expensive 7 Invitation segment the shop to American Tire & Auto Care, which is open six days from 7 a.m. to available for public Inspection In the office companion 51 Witness location? 31 HST's 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and until 5 p.m. on Saturday. Early-bird drop- of the Borough Clerk. 33 Looked 52 Oppositionist , 8 Yalic successor offs are also available. For more information, please call 233-0393. Eleanor McGovern lecherously 53 "Como — uslcd?' 9 'flic O'Hara 35 Wisconsin city Borough Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE 34 Aussie soldier 54 "Mayday" estate 36 Household ;. 1 T- 1/9/97, The Times Fee: $16.32 ofWWI 55 Juror, 10 Tlic gamut helper TOWNSHIP OF 8COTCH PLAINS theoretically 39 Soap actress New Tire and Auto Center PLANNING BOARD 36 Claim 11 Utah team 56 Optimistic Walton PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the 37 Mound slat. 20 He's behind DOWN 40 Margarine Township of Scotch Plains will require the 38 Put to work it all " FANWOOD ZONING 1 Fair share, 41 Guitars' kin Now Open on North Avenue services of an attorney during 1997; and 39 Soup du — 22 Incense BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts maybe 43 Opening slake 42 Baseball-strike 24 Drops degrees American Tire & Auto Care is now Other highlights of the new com- Notice Is hereby given that the ZONING Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. requires concern 2 Largest of the 45 Bolivian buck open at 600 North Avenue, at the „ BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOR- that the resolution authorizing the award seven 25 Scoundrel 46 Diner sign pany are Saturday hours from 7 a.m.. OUGH OF FANWOOD, after a public hear- 44 Pinnacle 26 Erstwhile ring location formerly known as Whalen's , of a contract for professional services 3 Lay — thick 47 Picture of to 5 p.m., free transportation to and " 'Ing, granted approval to Mr. and Mrs. Ja- without competitive bids be publicly ad- 48 Wapiti chnmp Automotive Service. 49 One of a lale 4 Pinky neighbor health? from home or office while the vehicle son Fernandas for a variance to add a vertised: 27 Yule potation .,, second floor addition on the property at 15lh-cenlury 49 Pile Richard Juntilla and Steve Shanley, isserviced.ASE-certified technicians NOW, THEREFORE, BE AND IT IS 5 Posh 29 Slout relative the new owners, have stated that they and customer road service and tow- 168 Midway Avenue, Fanwood, New Jer- ,i HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Planning Answers On " "sey begin Lot No. 5, Block No. 28. . Board of the Township of Scotch Plains, Women Voters Sponsor want to maintain the excellent tradi- ing. Documents pertaining to this appllca- New Jersey, that LAWRENCE A. WOO-. Page 16 tion of friendly, personal service that , '. tlon are available for public Inspection at • Mr. Juntilla, a former Westfield DRUFF, an attorney in the State of New *** Theater Fundraiser the Whalen family started in 1933. resident, said he is pleased to return the Borough Hall during normal business Jersey, be appointed as attorney to the Consequently, Jim Whalen contin- hours. Planning Board for the period effective - No mull run think clearly wlu-n For Community Players to the community where his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jason Fernandas ues as a member of the technician from January 1, 1997 to December 31, hi* fislw ar<- <'l)'iiclit' SCOTCH PLAINS Mr. Tomkin Re-Elected police blotter. Planning Unit Chairman By SALLY BECKWITH Committees, Victor DiFrancesco. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 Specially Written for The Times Mayor Irene T. Schmidt, who is • A motorist reported mislaying her • A resident of Cooper Road reported The Scotch Plains Planning Board alsoa member of the Planning Board, purse at a telephone booth located at a an attempted burglary to his residence stepped briskly into 1997 Monday recognized the newly-formed Down- Route No. 22 business and, upon return- which occurred during the past week. night as 10 members were sworn into town Revitalization Committee and ing, found cash and various forms of The lock to a rear door was removed. new terms of office by Secretary to urged active Planing Board represen- identification missing. Entry was not gained. • A Kevin Road resident reported a SATURDAY, JANUARY 4 the Planning Board Barbara Horev. tation on this important committee. burglary that occurred sometime during a • A patron of a Terri 11 Road nightclub Steven Prato, the new second alter- Board members Mrs. Sartor, and five-day period while the house was va- reported that her car was entered during nate member, was welcomed on . Joseph Doyle, also Executive Direc- cant. Entry was gained by smashing a the early morning hours. Cash and two board. George Tomkin was unani- tor of The New Jersey Planner, a rear door. Several pieces of jewelry were pagers were reportedly taken. mously re-elected as Chairman, as publication for local planning and reported taken. • Two residents of Cooper Road re- well as Sal Lauro, as Vice Chairman, zoning board members and profes- THURSDAY, JANUARY 21 * ported shrubs taken from their front yard. despite his humorous pleas for "other sionals, agreed to actively participate • Alan L. Folkes, 29, of Scotch Plains The theft occurred during the night hours. nominations from the floor." as members of this committee. was arrested for contempt of court and • A resident of Mountain Avenue re- Frank Webb was approved as Sec- resisting arrest. Folkes fled from officers ported the theft of a firearm which was when they attempted to serve a warrant. located in a locked box inside of thci retary and Lawrence Woodruff was Mayor Schmidtalsocited the "chal- • A resident of Wedgewood Way in house. It is unknown as to when the theft re-appointed as attorney and legal lenging work ahead" for the Town- Scotch Plains reported the theft of a mail- occurred. advisor to the board. ship Council in tightening up town- box. The theft occurred during daylight MONDAY, JANUARY 6 Board members agreed with fel- ship ordinances. Mr. LaCosta agreed, hours. • LauraA. Gluck, 20, of Summit, was low member Robert LaCosta, who saying that present ordinances are " a • A resident of Oakwood Terrace, re- arrested for possession of a controlled noted that Mr. Woodruff has done "a little antiquated and need to be ported vandalism to a picket fence which dangerous substance, heroin, within 1,000 great job for a number of years." brought into the 21 st century." enclosed a swimming pool. The incident feet of school. The arrest occurred as a Appointments forcommitteechair- result of a Scotch Plains Rescue Squad After the memorialization of a pre- occurred over the past week. men were announced by Mr. Tomkin. viously granted waiver and modifi- • A cellular telephone was reportedly request for a person, Gluck, having diffi- culty breathing at a residence on Cook Subdivision Committee, Mr. Lauro; cation to Scopeabilitieson Waldheim taken from a car on Farley. It was not Site Plan Review Committee, Mr. known when the theft occurred. Avenue. The arrest occurred at 1:4S a.m. Avenue, andColdwell Banker on Park Webb; Zoning Committee, Donald Avenue, respectively, the meeting was Novello; Master Plan Review Com- adjourned. mittee, Maria Sartor; Budget and Fi- The next meeting will be Wednes- nance and Architectural Advisory day, January 22. STITCHED WITH LOVE...Students at McGinn Elementary School in Scotch Volunteers Sought to Help Plains present a quilt to retiring Principal Barbara Newbaker. Each square ice blotter represents a class at McGinn. The pictures were drawn by students and the quilt was assembled by the Parent-Teacher Association. The presentation was part of SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, a school-wide assembly honoring Mrs. Newbaker. Pictured, left to right, are: • A Tillotson Road resident reported With Teen Arts Festival Standing, Darrell Ann Smith and Mrs. Newbaker; seated, front row, David • A resident of Beech Avenue reported ing seminars, master classes and that a figure was stolen from a front lawn that his home was entered shortly after The Union County Teen Arts Fes- Kopylov and Josh Nussenfeld; middle row, Genny Gilroy, Danielle Scpe, Chris Nativity scene. midnight by a male suspect, who appar- tival is offering an opportunity for workshops with a staff of 50 profes- Rau and Jessica Kuenzle; back row, Jillian Lusk, Serena Maruko, Bryan ently gained entry through a rear door. volunteers to get involved with art- sional artists in every discipline — Meredith and Kiara Thomas. MONDAY, DECEMBER 30 Authorities have no further description ists, teachers and students. visual art, music, creative writing, • Two newspaper dispensers were re- of the suspect, who subsequently fled. The festival, sponsored by the theater and dance," stated Freeholder ported stolen from in front of a business A watch and a wallet were reported Linda-Lee Kelly, Liaison to the Union on South Avenue, according to police. missing. County Office of Cultural and Heri- Pedestrians Should Prepare The theft had occurred earlier that month. tage Affairs, Division of Parks and County Cultural and Heritage Pro- FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 grams Advisory Board. • A Woodland Avenue resident re- • A pair of hiking boots was reported Recreation, is a two-day celebration ported that a metal frame deer was taken stolen sometime between December 24 of the arts held annually at Union "Volunteers are needed to assist Themselves for Winter from the front lawn. County College in Cranford. The artist with workshops, manage per- and January 3 from an automobile which This is the time of year when mo- slippery streets and walkways. More was parked outside aTillotson Road resi- event, scheduled for Wednesday and formance sites and staff information torists in some parts of the country often than not the worn tread will • A Til lot son Road resident reported dence. Thursday, March 26 and 27, is open stations," she noted. prepare their vehicles for winter by increase the possibility of a fall," to authorities that he saw someone exit- SUNDAY, JANUARY 5 to all students from public, private Anyone interested in any of these mounting snow tires, checking bat- Postmaster Christmas explained. ing his garage as he returned home. The. • Lawrence Simmons, 41, of and parochial middle and high schools activities may call the Union County homeowner discovered that personal pa- Plainfield was arrested and charged with teries and inspecting foul-weather in the county. Office of Cultural .and Heritage Af- equipment, according to Scotch Plains "For greater safety, make sure your pers were taken from the glove compart- driving while intoxicated following a walking habits also suit weathercon- ment of the car in the garage, according to motor vehicle stop on Terrill Road. He "At the festival, 3,000 students fairs at 558-2550. "TTD users may Postmaster El void Christmas. police. was released on bail. participate in performances, critiqu- call 1-800-852-7899. Likewise, those who travel on foot ditions. The first step you should take • The burglary of a North Avenue • Police report that a Hunter Avenue also should prepare themselves to when walking in foul weather is to house, in which silver coins were taken, home was burglarized. It was undeter- deal with hazardous weather. scan the area ahead of you. Snowy was reported to police. mined what items, if any, were missing. Donations Sought by JCC Proper footwear is essential, he areas often conceal icy patches. Try said, for safe walking on slippery to avoid these uncertain hazards if surfaces. Rubbers or boots with a possible. If you must walk on slip- He who enjoys doing and enjoys what he has done is happy. —Goethe For One-Parent Families distinct tread orconcentric circles on pery or untraveled routes, take short steps, sliding your feet in drag and • Richard Corman, the Executive office. Her husband passed away sud- the underside generally work well on denly and tragically, leaving behind ice and snow. The rubber material shove fashion. Keep your weight for- No matter how thin you slice it, it's still a lot of baloney. —Alfred E. Smith Director of the Jewish Community ward and toes pointed outward to Center (JCC) recently announced that Mrs. Oley and her three children. and cleat-type design provide a grip- ping action which helps a pedestrian help maintain your balance," he said. the JCC will be accepting donations Donations can be made payable to to assist two of its employees who > maintain footing on a slippery sur- Noting pedestrians should avoid the Jewish Community Center, 1391 face. Here's Where to Buy have encountered extraordinary situ- Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, wet leaves and mud slicks as they ations. 07076, and will be turned over di- "Worn down, smooth-soled over- also are dangerous. The first staff member for whom rectly to the families. Contributions shoes are dangerous, however, and in Where possible, walkers should use this fund will benefit is Etti Katz. Ms. are tax deductible, as allowed by law, most cases are worse than no over- handrails or other stable supports, Katz has been serving as a teacher in shoes at all. The smooth material especially when ascending or de- The Times the spokesman explained. usually cannot maintain traction on the JCC nursery school and camp for scending stairs, he said. WALT'S MOUNTAIN DELI many years. A single parent, with 2385 Mountain Avenue, Scotch Plains two elementary school-aged children, she was recently diagnosed with a More Clarification QUICK CHEK FOOD & PHARMACY serious illness which required sur- 1928 Westfleld Avenue, Scotch Plains gery. On Zoning Change WALLIS STATIONERY The second staffmember fqnvhqm thisfund will benefit is Mrs. Connie Sought by Council 441 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains Oley, a receptionist in the JCC's front QUICK STOP CONTINUED FROM RAQE1 1819 East Second Street, Scotch Plains eluded in this total, according to the LaBONBONNIERE BAKE SHOPPE proposals. 387 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains The council said it also would con- FANWOOD CORNER STORE sider a request from the Angeleri fam- ily for the township to vacate, or give 34 Martine Avenue, Fanwood up public rights, to a 66-foot-wide QUICK CHEK piece of property known as Shepard 572 North Avenue, Fanwood Street. The property is adjacent to SHOPPERS EXPRESS Roy Rogers Restaurant which is a property also owned by Mr. Angeleri. 190 South Avenue, Fanwood Officials suggested the townshipalso SEVEN ELEVEN consider vacating Gable Street, a 50- 1200 South Avenue West, Westfleld FROSTY FUN...Snowman bookmarks were made by Virginia Prairie's foot-wide piece of property near second-grade students at William J. McGinn Elementary School in Scotch Shepard Street. According to Plan- Plains during their recent class holiday party. The bookmarks encourage ning Board Chairman George reading during time off from classes at McGinn. Pictured, left to right, arc: Tomkin, relinquishing the properties Front row, Michael Vallejo, Kiara Thomas, Laurynn Scholar and Rrianna Giasullo; back row, Genny Gilroy, William Adkins, Danielle Sepe, Serena "will bring revenue in the form of Maruko and Bryan Meredith. property taxes for the township." THE TIMES In other business, the council said it would appoint an architect for plans — Serving Scotch Plains and Fanwood Since 1959 —- Scotch Plains Recycling News to restore portions of the historic OsbornCannonbali House. The town- P.O. Box 368, Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Scotch Plains recycling dates for the month of January arc as follow: ship will apply for government grants Section I —Tuesdays, January 14 and 28. toward the project, according to the Section 2 — Tuesdays, January 7 and 21. council. Dear Reader: Section 3 — Wednesdays, January 15 and 29. The council said it also will move The Times is the oldest weekly newspaper published in the Township of Scotch Plains Section 4 — Wednesdays, January 8 and 22. ahead on the recommendations of the and the Borough of Fanwood. . Please note that junk mail, mixed paper, magazines, catalogs, paperback Planning Board Muster Plan Com- books, newspaper and corrugated cardboard are recyclable materials and may mittee to revitalize the central busi- Every week The Times enables its subscribers to receive the most complete coverage be tied or placed In paper bags. ness district by gathering a commit- of any area newspaper of every event in Scotch Plains and Fanwood and Union County from Glass bottles and jars, all metal food and beverage cans and plastic pourable tee willing to look at parking and local government and politics to local high school sports to weddings, engagements, complete bottles can be mixed together in the sumc reusable containers. Only household other aspects of the downtown. obituaries, other social news and the many events sponsored by our area's numerous civic butteries arc to be placed in plastic bags. Newly-elected Councilman Dr. Mar- organizations. Call in missed pickups to: 1.800-747-6265. tin Marks, who chaired the Master Plan Committee as a member of the It also offers viewpoints on a variety of topics - current films, senior citizen issues, All other questions or problems may be directed to 233-8745. humor, psychology and current events by experts in each field who are your neighbors. Planning Board, will now be Council Liaison to the group. Many of our readers give gift subscriptions to those in and out of town and also send Officials said Marcia Anderson will The Times to those in college. Perhaps, this is the time you might consider some of these be the township representative to the possibilities. Fanwood-Scotch Plains Recycling The Times, your hometown newspaper since 1959, is the official newspaper for Association. Scotch Plains and Fanwood, Municinnl Manager Thomas E. Atkins said the 1997 budget will be With all good regards, ready for the council by Thursday, January 29. The council indicated it will con- Horace R, Corbin, Publisher JON M. BRAMNICK sider options for unimul control con- Inicls following the receipt of u bid (Payment in Advance Please) Certified Civil Trial Attorney from GurdenStnte Kennels inSllrllng. The council said it will also be decid- In-County Subscriptions, $20 • College Subscriptions, $16 ing on a contract with Rapid Pump & (September to Mny) • Personal Injury Law Maier Service Co,, Inc., of l'ulerson. The council will also consider the Out-of-County Subscriptions, $24 • Negligence Senior Citizen Bus Agreement with I''an wood for the year at its regular SUBSCRIBE NOW! Legal Issues Relating to meeting, The cost for the door-to- cloof service every Friday uncl every NAME Motor Vehicle Accidents other Monday is the same us last year, nt $(),()()(), Mr, Atkins noted, STREET 1827 East Second Street **# CITY _ PHONE Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 IVKl IN ||I<< ni'l id' |H>r- nllici'H ill' wlnil yon iliin'l ZIP 322-7000 lii'llcvc ir AIIIHI Khun i!!«!m»«awmBK»J^^