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MARCH 25, 2010 SentineNORTH BRUNSWICK • SOUTH BRUNSWICK l gmnews.com 50« So. Brunswick to deal with $6.4M reduction in state aid North Brunswick to lose $4.1 million in aid BY JENNIFER BOOTON b )ENNIFER AMATO St.ifl Writers undreds of" slalT and programs could be cut from the South Brunswick Hsch(Ki! district next year to make up for a $6.4 million slash in .state aid. Gov. Chris Christie, who made an exec- utive order last month to freeze .$475 mil- hon in aid to schools for the remainder of this year and told districts to accept an ad- ditional 15 percent cut in aid for next year, announced the actual figures for each dis- trict last Thursday. South Brunswick will take a 25 percent hit. which is a drop from the $25.3 million in aid this year to an $ 18.9 million for next year, a loss of $6.4 million. The township had only expected a 15 pcrcent cut in the worst-ca.se scenario, which would have been a loss of $3.8 mil- lion. but the actual number was worse than expccted. The $6.4 million slash in aid is com- bined with a 1.5 decrease in ratables. which is costing the township an additional $3.5 million. The township also has to struggle SCOTT FRIEDMAN (Continued on page 40) Matt Clark, a troop leader for Pack 81, shows his dog Ginger to Jared (l-r) and Avery Atmanzor and IVIary Mehalick, during a show put on by the North Brunswick Township High School PAWS (Protect Animals With Service) volunteer organization for the Scouts on {March 19 at Our Lady of Peace. The community service project benefited North Brunswick Project Shelter. Story, page 3. Veterans remember wartime stories for scrapbook Participants wanted navigator on a four-engine bomber where Three or so students over the last two he was given instructions to hit various years have conducted the inter\iews, for project that shares targets. He completed 32 missions by the including most recently. Julie Sender, a memories and history time the war ended and was sent home in sophomore at SBHS. BV lENNIFER BOOTON November 1945. Sender said she enjoys the creative as- Start Writer Today, the 87-year-old resident of South pect of the project and fmds the veterans" uo UJ on Stem is a World War II veteran Bmnswick is glad to share his story. stories interesting. o^ "I never got the chance to talk with a a who served as a bombardier for the "I was the one who flew the plane on the Air Force at a time when Europe bomb run. On the bomb run, the bombardier veteran before and I wanted to hear about Q< D was largely dominated by Nazi Germany. takes over from the pilot and flies the plane their stories and war experiences." she said. o He started attending Queens College in and drops the bombs." he recalled. The "I gained a lot of respect for them." z September 1941 only a few months before Germans were in northern Italy." The students take the information and < the bombing of Pearl Harbt>r. Knowing full In an attempt to keep history alive, he documents provided by the veteran and put 5 well he wanted to volunteer for the military and an additional 16 or so veterans panici- them together on the pages of the scrap- rather than be drafted, he remained in pated in a scrapbook project run through the book in a way that tells cach veteran's story. school for a year and a half, which was the Monthly Veterans Group of the South "The students try to use a lot of quotes requirement for aviation cadets at the time, Brunswick Senior Center. so w hen the reader is reading it. they really and then joined the military in November The project has students from South get an idea of who the person is and w hat it 1942 at the age of 20. Bmnswick High School (SBHS) interview was like for them back in the day," said Stem became a first lieutenant for the veterans to be placed in a scrapbook. Each Caryl Greenberg, a social worker for the Air Force, and in 1944. after extensive veteran has two pages filled with informa- township and the project's leader. "The training, was shipped off on a 27-day trip tion about their military service, including student has fun and can be creative." across the Atlantic Ocean to southern Italy. photos and documents, such as discharge (Continued on page 41) He served for a year as a bombardier and papers and maps. 2 SENTINEL NS SAVE LOCALLY WITH ONLINE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmtiews.com March It, 2010 Come in and see our EASTER Parade of Flowers > Deliciously Fragrent • Tall, Stately HYACINTHS raceful, Delicate • Luminous & Lush 60NIAS CHRYSANTHEM assive, Bold • Glossy, Green & Ivory White ANGEAS GARDENIAS Majestic & Fragrant - • Lustrous, Red, White & Pink m AZALEAS P and much more... UNIQUE SELECTION OF DECORATED PLANTS Beautiful Hardy Camellias In Bloom
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Few kicLv expectcd PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN Impact of schoolchildren Above: Nicholas (I) and Dominic Moccio take a closer lool< at Roxy during a show put on by the North Brunswick Township High School PAWS should be minimal at N.B. (Protect Animals With Service) volunteer organization for a group of Scouts March 19 at Our Lady of Peace Parish Center. Below: Brittany Gordon transil village. (i-r), Samla Khan, Nicole Duffy, Kimberiy McDermott and Harman Batra put on a skit about adopting "Rufus," played by Ginger. Page 24 Boy Scouts 'PAWS' at meeting to leam about animal shelters members of PAWS (Protect Animals With Serv- The club began as a project for Gordon's Girl QUOTE OF THE WEEK NBTHS volunteer organization performs skits to teach young boys ice), a volunteer organization at North Scouts Gold Award, and extended to the Boy "We think w/e're the answer, Brunswick Township High School (NBTHS) Scouts' den meeting March 19 at the Our Lady not the problenn. Cops, we'll about rescuing dogs that was organized by student Brittany Gordon. of Peace Parish Center since her brother is a spend lite giving cxirsetves to "Children can be responsible too. It's not just Scout. prople, but we will literally BY lENNIFER AMATO die before'asking for [help StaH Writer for adults and older people. They should leam at "If children are informed about going to shel- back]." a young age how to care for something and pro- ters, then they can inform their parents." Gordon •^he scene is a park. tect something." she said. said. "It's really important to me be- — Sgt. Clarke Paris There is a family with two cause not a lot of people know how to l^s Vega.s Metropolitan Police Tchildre n watching people deal with animals. A lot of people go to Page 38 with dogs walk by. puppy mills and just breed more and The kids ask their parents for that's not good for the animals," Gordon a dog. so they walk up to an said. Classified 54 owner to ask where their dog Crossword 44 came from. In terms of fundraising, PAWS is helping with the North Brunswick Hu- Editorials 14 The owner informs the family mane Association's Project Shelter to Entertainment 43 that they went to the Franklin An- imal Shelter, instead of visiting a build a shelter in town. Movie Review 42 PAWS has participated in the town- Obituaries 45 pet store or puppy mill. The family goes to the shelter ship's Heritage Day and the Dog Walk, Police Beat 45 and meet "Rufus," played hy collected donations during a cutest pet Real Estate 48 Ginger, which they rescue and contest at the high school, and will hold Sports 47 adopt. a car wash at the municipal building in When they go hotne, Rufus May. In addition, the members w ill cre- plays with the children and their ate a showcase for the municipal build- ing for August. f/mnvwsrn vfpm grandparents, showing the versa- on the web > tility a well-behaved pet has with There was also a cutest pet contest, a different age groups. pet parade, a bake sale, face painting, The scene has a happy ending. tattoos and games for the 45 families in A Greater Media Newspaper This skit was pcrfonned by attendance. A SENTINEL NS SAVE LOCALLY WITH ONLINE COL PONS • VLSIT www.gmtiews.com March 18, 2010 Zielinski not yet reappointed as NBTHS football coach Principal says 'intention' is to tiKol. he will make a recommendalion to tober, being too aggressive of a coach and At the March 17 Board of Education Supenntondcnt of SchiHils Brian Zychowski of not supervising his team in the weight meeting, high school football parent Kerric recommend Coach Z when for athletic coach and student activity ad- rixim. Totten .said, "How thrilled we arc that the recommendations are made viser pt>siiions so that if Zychowski ap- However, other rumors circulating slated administrators have decided to recommend pix)ves his recommendations, the Board of that the accusations were made by uniden- BY lENNIFER AMATO Coach Z. Stafi Writer Education will vote at the May or June tified parents who were upset their children "The strong public outpouring of sup- meeting. were not gelling enough playing time. port speaks volumes about this coach," she NORTH BRUNSWICK —Although ru- i haven't recommended any coaches None of the rumors have been con- said. mors have abounded thai North Brunswick for next year at this point, but my intention finned. However, board attorney Anthony Vign- Township High Schcxil football coach Mark is to recommend Mr. Zielinski," Brotschul The superintendent said last week that uolo said that since there was no action Zielinski would not be reapfH>inted to the said. he could not talk about Zielinski because it pending before the school board and that position next year, and then that he is defi- About a month ago, unconfinned reports is a personnel issue. since it is a personnel issue, public comment nitely being rehired, no final determination stated that Zielinski was not going to be Students and parents had come out in could not be accepted. has been made. considered to resume his position next year. great support of the coach and scx;ial studies Yet student Jeremy Kaye referred to the As of March 18, high school Principal Rumors surlaced of him allegedly striking teacher, including a l,8(X)-fan Facebook situation vaguely, stating, "I feel that Brian Brotschul said that according to pro- one of his own players during a game in Oc- page in supptirt of him. coaches impact people more than just on the playing field ... and that can be in the class- room if they are a teacher. 1 would like to 5pec/o/ OrderTime! 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I llnd it hard ever, they arc still under the provisions of told a story of the March 13 rainstonn, dur- to believe how long this has gone on for" BY JENNIFER AMATO StaH Writer that outdated contract. ing which she got dressed by candlelight .so Fellow student Stephanie Solis had a "We have come to you month after that she could attend a fonner .student's bar similar sentiment, especially since she cred- NORTH BRUNSWICK — Teachers month, and this should have been .settled mitzvah. She said she decided to go because ited two of Pas.sner's classes with inspiring and students once again attended the B«ard months ago. Months ago," said Parsons El- "this is what we do. ... Not just in the class- her to found the school's Human Rights of Education meeting to express their stress ementary Schotil music teacher Joanne An- rcH)m ... but we go to soccer fields, we go to Coalition. and frustration o\er the unsettled contract derson, who has been employed in North dance recitals, and things like that." "As a student. 1 have been impacted so negotiations. Brunswick for .35 years. Many students spoke out on behalf of much," she said. "We definitely need to "Ever^' three years we go through the North Brunswick Township High Schot)i their teachers, where they expressed much show the state government by supporting stress of worrying aKiut negotiations and teacher Beth Passner said, i did not enter appreciation and gratitude. our teachers with a contract ... we will not our contracts, and it makes the environment teaching to become a millionaire, I became "The least that my teachers ... can re- fail ... however difficult times are, and of working very stressful," said Amy Lemer a teacher because I love children and 1 love ceive from the town is a secure contract to however sparse money is." of Judd Elementarv School. history." show how much they work, and our grati- Superintendent of Schools Brian Zy- The room was filled on March 17, as it She said she owes North Brunswick "a tude and how much we appreciate them," chowski could not be reached for cominent has been for many months. There are just debt of gratitude" because it granted her a senior Traci Rubin said. "I think they need by press time. under 900 members of the North Brunswick job after college. She has loved her classes, a contract to be the teachers they can be and Township Education Association (NBTEA). and becau.se she met her husband on the [thatI they have been." Contact Jennifer Amato at which includes teachers, custodians, aides, first day of the new teacher orientation. Relating to the announcement of a re- jamato® gnmews. com. bus drivers, clerks and secretaries, basically "But North Brunswick owes us too. We duction in state aid by Gov. Chris Christie Tickets on sale for Harlem Rockets vs. NBTHS N.B. seeking grand marshal nominations The Hadem Rockets Comedy Basket- Road. Tickets are $6 in advance or $8 at the Nominations are currently being ac- the annual 5K RunAValk to be held May 31, ball team will face off against the North door. 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School cluding the original idea, research, outline, Jewish summer camp offers sports, music, nature and writing, rewriting, editing, cover design and dozens of fun activities in a beautiful outdoor environment. BY lENNIFER BOOTON the arrival of the finished book. Stjtt Writer But more importantly, campers become part of a thriving Gutman drew one of his characters, A.J. community, develop self-confidence and make lifelong friends. SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Students at from the "My Weird School" .series, on an the Brunswick Acres Elementary School easel in front of the students and spoke If your child has never been to overnight Jewish summer erupted in laughter when author Dan Gut- about how authors and illustrators of chil- camp, you can get $1000 for camp through the Campership man humorously informed them that he had dren's books don't always work together In gotten rejected 10 times before his first fact, he's never even met his illustrator, and Incentive Program. Go to onehappycamper.org to learn book was finally published. a lot of times he doesn't .see the cover of a more and apply. Some restrictions may apply. The children's book author, who made book until the finished copy arrives in the light of the situation by reading parts of his mail. Know someone who wants to be a happy camper? rejection letters aloud, told the students that He spoke about how he originates ideas, Tell them to visit onehappycamper.org! he continued forward despite two straight for example, the name for "Miss Daisy Is years of publishers shooting him down. Crazy," one of his "My Weird School" se- Bfougtit to you t>y: When his first fiction ries books, came from the song "Tutti book was finally published Frutti" by Little Richard. The though, it received great re- "Well, I can't do idea for his book titled "Get- JEWISH views, Gutman said, and he ting Air" came from his son was asked to write another. magic tricks. who loves to skateboard. FED ERATim \ Those books have now But I can do Gutman showed a Of GREATEEATER ESEX COUNTY W grown to a lO-book series something slideshow on a large projec- MIDDLESEX COUNTY abt)ut baseball. tor .screen, which he called magical. I can "A Day in the Life of an Au- 230 Old Bridge Turnpike • South River, NJ 08882 • 732-432-7711 The author has since writ- Visit Jewi$liMiddlesex.org ten nearly KM) children's turn a white thor," which portrayed his btwks. When the fourth- and piece of paper daily routine through a series fifth-grade students at of photographs. The humor- Brunswick Acres were asked into a story." ous photos showed him wak- whether they ever read one of ing up, reading the Gutman's "My Weird — Dau Guttnan newspaper, typing on his lap- School" series books, a series children's author top, answering emails and of 29 books and counting, phone calls, and even doing just about every child's hand shot up in the a little yard work and recreation, all before air. falling back asleep at night. Gutman visited the elementary school on When Gutman was a kid, he hated to THE STARS FROM VANCOUVER Monday to share what it's like to surpass read, he said on Monday. But as a huge challenges and realize a dream. He encour- sports fan he started to read so he could WILL SHINE IN YOUR HOMETOWN! aged the students to do the same. learn more about the sports he loved. "You might think a person who writes a Though he was never very athletic, he said bunch of books doesn't get rejected, but I he still managed to find a way to include get rejected a lot," he told the students. 'To sports in his career make a long story short, I'm really glad I "Even if you're not good at something, didn't quit on this book; and in your lives, if you can still make it a part of yoiir career you get rejected someday, I hope you don't one day too," he said. quit either" Gutman. calling on a volunteer, told the A The author, a resident of Haddonfield in students he would make a Brunswick Acres Camden C(Tun!y and an alumnus of Rutgers student disappear. He threw a blanket over University, led two assemblies in the schtwl the student's head and after a few words gymnasium for students in grades two snatched the blanket away claiming that he through five. He alst) ate lunch with a few would be gone. Upon removing the blanket, students and teachers, and gave an auto- however, the student stood there with a irj^SSS^ graphed btK)kmark to all. smirk on his face. "He has a great sense of humor and his "Well, I can't do magic tricks," Gutman presentations get rave reviews," school li- admitted. "But I can do something magical, STARS^ICE brarian Gerry Myers said prior to the pres- 1 can turn a while piece of paper into a entation. Myers announced at the assembly story." that the school had been anxiously awaiting his arrival for some lime. Contact Jennifer Booton at jhooton @gmnews. com. EVAN LYSACEK BELBIN & AGOSTO DAVIS & WHITE Gutman uses humor and sports to get RACHAEL FLATT JEREMY ABBOTT MIRAI NAGASU SHEN & ZHAO MIKI ANDO Donations needed for S. B. Food Pantry The South Brunswick Food Pantry has Send donations to LouAnne Wolf, Di- SASHA COHEN • TODD ELDREDGE • MICHAEL WEISS and MORE! partnered with the Feinstein Foundation to rector of Social Services, South Brunswick Skaters may vary by city take part in the foundation's n"* annual Social Services, P.O. Box 190, Monmouth Challenge to Fight Hunger, which runs Junction, NJ 08852. Write "Feinstein Foun- SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 7:30 PM • IZOD CENTER through April 30. Each fo ernxxM St. George's Trinity Kniied Jviefftodiit Cfturcft PRESBYTERIAN 70 Manalapan Road, Spotswood, New Jersey 08884 Anglican Church www.trinily8potswood.org* 732-251-0815 CHURCH Invites Your Family To Worship With Us 172 Main Street, Sayreville wHol y Week Worship Services 4/1/10 - SEDER & MAUNDY March 28 Palm Sunday. March 28th 8:00 and 11:15 a.tn. Thursday Service, 6t30 pm Palm Sunday 8:00 am and 10:00 am Services begin in Ericson Hall Easier Sunday, April 4th 4/4/10 - EASTER SUNDAY 6:30 Sunrise Service at DeVoe Lake (on the dock) 10:30 am The Flowering 8:00 and 11:15 a.m. at Trinity UMC March 31 Cross Service Wednesday, 7:00 pm Ev»ry Sunday: Rev. Michael Hoffarth 8:00 a.m. Communkjn Servk:e Showing of "The Passion of the Christ" 10:00 a.m. Children's and Adult Sunday School 732-257-6353 11:15 a.m. Traditional Worship Service firstpresbysayrcvillcdverizon .net April 1 Maundy Thursday, 7:30 pm Stripping of the Altar OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN CIWRCH yAonroe Community Cfkurcfi "Connecting People Co God" April 2 A -welcoming community, following God together 151 MILLTOWN ROAD Good Friday EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816 12 pm. Holy Eucharist w Good Friday. April 2nd - 7:30 p.m REV. MARK JOHNSTON, PASTOR 7:30 pm. Stations of the Cross Easter Sunday, April 4th 6:30 Sunrise Service at Thompson Park in Jamesburg 732-254-1207 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. at BarcJay Brook Elementary School HOLY WEEK AND April 4 Every Sunday: EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES , Easter Sunday 9:00 a.m. Tradttional Worship Maundy Thursday 7:30 PM One service only at 10:00 am 10:00 a.m. Children's and Adult Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship Good Friday 7:30 PM (Nursery care available for infants and toddlers) Easter Sunrise Service 7:30 AM 56 Main Street, Helmetta Easter Sunday Service 10:30 AM Worship Site: Barclay Bnx>k Blcmentary School 732.521.0169 358 Buckelew Avenue in Monroe Township www.OurSaviorsEastBrunswicl(.com vmw.8tgeorge8helmetta.org www.monroecommunity.org • 732-251-8995 United Methodist NATIVITY Evangelical Lutheran SIMPSON UNITED Church METHODIST CHURCH Church 552 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick 323 George Street, New Brunswick 2095 Route 516, Old Bridge You and your fanjily are invited to join us for Holy Week Services: 732-545-8975 March 28* Palm Sunday-8:30 & 11 AM 732-679-7499 Palm Sunday Service 11:00 am • Pancalce Brealcfast In-Berween Rev. Dr. Heasun Kim, Pastor April 1" Maundy Thursday-8K)0 PM MaundyThursday Service Noon & 7:30pm April 2- Childrens Service 3:00 PM HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE Good Friday Service Noon - 1pm Good Friday Tenebrae Service-8:00 PM April 4* Easter Sunday-8:30 & 11 AM Palm Sunday Easter Morning Service 6:30 & 11:00am Nursery provided at Sunday Services March 28th~10:00pm www.imK:iib.net ALL ARE WELCOME Maundy Thursday April lst~7:30pm United Methodist Church at Milltown Miller Memorial Good Friday 47 North Main Street, Milltown Presbyterian Church (732) 82W)610 April 2nd~7:30pm Comer Ridge & New Roads, Monmouth Junction Reverend David C. Mertz, Pastor 732-329-6262 Easter Sunday Service Maundy Thursday April 1st, 7:30pm April 4th Marcb 28tb - Palm Sunday Service 11am Good Friday April 2nd the sanctuary will be open from 12-3 for 10:00 am April 4tb • Easter Services: meditation and prayer. Harpist Gail Wilson will play from 12:15-1:15 Nursery Care Provided 7K)0 am - Sun Rise Service Easter Snmiae Service at the Log Cabin 8:00 am - Breakfast at Rutgers Gardens - April 4th - 6:30ain 9:30 am - Family Service Easter Worship 10am ''Christ Has IIKM am - Traditional Service www.nmnmiUtown.org Risen Indeed' -nr March 25, 2010 SAVH UX:ALLY WITH ONI.INE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.com NS SENTINEL 1 1 Middlesex County unveils new 'green' website Middlesex County unveiled its new "Sustainability" website on March 9, the first result of the Middlesex County Sustainability Plan. The website, www.mcset.com, will be used as a channel for communication and reference for county departments, munici- pal governments, citizens, businesses and civic organizations to provide ongoing feed- back on where the county is, where it is heading, and where it needs to be to move toward sustainable development. "Once again, Middlesex County finds it- self at the forefront of sustainable and 'green' initiatives in the state," said Free- holder H. James Polos, who has spear- headed Middlesex County's many energy-efficient initiatives and policies. "We are working aggressively to define our goals and track our progress so that we can ensure a clean environment and smart growth tcxlay and in the future." Polos said the county's sustainable and green efforts have already saved taxpayers $14(),0(K) this year alone, when the county replaced the HVAC system at one of its buildings through a PSE&G program that paid 80 percent of the installation cost. ON ROLLS OF The Middlesex County Sustainability PLUSH CARPET Plan will have a tracking system of indica- tors and targets. Goals include using effi- PAHERNS & BERBERS cient, clean and secure energy, a vibrant economy, pollution prevention, improved REG. $5.99. $799 SQ.FT. transportation and mobility, and the preser- vation of natural resources. The state Department of Community Af- O^ FROM fairs (DCA) awarded Middlesex County a $2.99 $75,(KK) Smart Future Grant to fund the 16- month-long project between the New Jersey INSTALLED Sustainable State Institute and Middlesex County that is developing the Sustainabil- ity Plan. Over 50 Years In Business "The county wants to do its part to help Can't Come To Us? New Jersey achieve its statewide goal of a 20 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 and an 80 percent re- Call duction by 2050," said Randall Solomon, Abbey Cari^et executive director of the New Jersey Sus- tainable State Institute. "But county gov- ernment only contn)ls a very small portion 732-254-4400 of the total emissions in Middle.sex County. 732-254-4400 That is why it is essential to have active par- We II Bring Our Store ticipation and support from the citizens, busines.ses and municipalities on this initia- To Your Door! 395 Route 18 • East Brunswick tive." Middlesex County received the New Jer- sey Board of Public Utilities' 2007 Clean Energy Award for the Middlesex County Showroom of Environmental Technology FREE $50 $200 (MCSET). Through MCSET, the county as- $100 sists municipalities, agencies, authorities 2 and schools with implementing clean-en- PADDING OFF OFF OFF ergy technologies and sustainability pro- WITH PURCHASI OF ON SALES ON SALES ON SALES grams. S ANY REMNANT OVER $500 OVER $1000 OVER $2000 2 NEW ORDERS ONLY. o NEW ORDERS ONLY. o NEW ORDERS ONLY. y NEW ORDERS ONLY. o o Check out A With coupon at time of ** With coupon at time of With coupon at time of With coupon at time of ffm n cwft, c€tm purchase. Cannot connbine purchase. Cannot combine purchase. Cannot combine purchase. Cannot combine offers. Excludes sale items. offers. Excludes sale items. offers. Excludes sale items. offers. Excludes sale items. on the web Expire* SW10 ExpirasSWIO Expire* 5/W10 ExpirwSWIO •••••••••• •••••••••••• JBi 1 2 SENTINEL NS SAVE 1 OCALLY WITH ONLINE COUWNS • VISIT www.gmnews.com March 2.'5, 2010 Council was presented with a proclamation N,B. names scholar athlete/ artists for March by the Celebrate North Brunswick Com- BV JENNIHIi AMATO University in the fall. ball. He studies art and music in New mittee for its mission of ensuring that all SUH Writer Her goal is to work for a fashion organ- Brunswick. He is set to receive his First disabled citizens are afforded the rights set ization, especially Holy Communion forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act NORTH BRUNSWICK — Abigail Nuiter while focusing on was selected as the recipient of the Miurh since she has been at Our Lady of promised an intern- Peace Catholic the value that peo- 2010 Department of Parks, Recreation & ple with disabilities Community Senices' (DPRCS) Scholar ship at Seventeen Church in North magazine once she Brunswick. provide to stKiely. Athlete/Artist Award during the March 1 The Abilities Township Council meeting. becomes eligible. Lauren Lebow She was a beauty is a third-grader at Council will hold Nutter is a senior at North Brunswick its second annual Township High Schtxil (NBTHS) and is a products tester for Parsons Elemen- the magazine this tary School. She Disabilities Aware- member of the National Honor Society. ness Day noon to 4 She is the NBTHS Raider Marching past summer. has played North During the Brunswick Buddy p.m. April 18 at the Band percussion captain and was the drum Vellowbird Recep- captain for three years in the mallet and March 15 council Ball soccer and meeting, two mem- basketball, and has tion Center at the l^tin percussion. She is part of the percus- former Johnson & sion ensemble as well as the pit captain and bers of the Buddy played T-ball and Ball basketball pro- tlag football in Johnson site. Route secretary. Lauren Lebow I north and Aaron Nutter has been in 10 Alchemist Theatre gram were also rec- Milltown. She does ognized as scholar Kyle Adams rock climbing at Road. Group performances and was on the pro- Abigail Nutter There will be exhibitors from the Family duction side for two shows. athlete/artists. Middlesex Gym- nastics. She also participates in the swim- Alliance to Stop Abuse & Neglect, Tempo She is a contributor to the Banner Kyle Adams is a second-grade student at ming program run through the DPRCS. Music Therapy, the New Jersey Department school new spaper, and hopes to major in the Rock Brook School in Skillman. He has played basketball, baseball and tlag foot- Also, the North Brunswick Abilities of Human Services, Division of Youth and journalism and minor in history at Rutgers Family Services, Family Support Center of New Jersey, Alliance for Di.sabled in Ac- tion, The Arc of Middle.sex County, Advo- cates for Alternatives, Middlesex County Office for the Disabled, Brunswick Mobil- ity Professionals, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) New Jersey and NAMl Middlesex. For more information or to become an exhibitor, email abilitie.scouncil@north- brunswickonline.com. The Abilities Council has also coliabtv rated with the Office of Emergency Man- agement on a special-nccds registry for emergencies so that rescue workers know where disabled people are located and what their needs are, and also collects medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and crutches to donate to those in need. Also at the meeting, March 11 was rec- ognized as World Kidney Day, since about 20 million people, or 1 in 9 adults, suffer from cliionic kidney disease, and about an- other 20 million people are at risk. Finally, the North Brunswick Police De- partment was presented with a proclamation for their efforts in organizing National Night Out in 2009, and Detective Steven Dunkel was honored for receiving the Top Cop Award for his participation in a high- speed, bullet-laden vehicle pursuit of four suspects through Franklin, North Brunswick and New Brunswick on March 12, 2009. Contact Jennifer Amato at jamato @smnews. com. SBHS to host flea market^ golf outing iJh^Resurrecfionl' South Brunswick High School Project NEWDESTINY Graduation will hold a Ilea market and FdmlyWorslTip Center J clothing drive May 8 at WcKxllot Park, New Road. Each .selling space is $20, and reser- vations are due by April L'l, Email sbhspro- imme^lafeiwf^the jectgraduationCtcgmaiLcom to register. The Project Graduation annual gt)lf out- NORTH BRUNS^^J'fo 08902 ing will be held May 28 at the Bunker Hill Easter Sunday Service Golf Course. Sponsors and golfers can 732.246.8850 email sbhsprojectgraduationCffigmaiLcom to WWW.NEWDESTINYFAMILY.COM register. There will be a morning of golf, "Where Hope Comes to Life" § J2:30pm lunch and prizes. 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FT. 732-946-3802 Gift Certificates Available WWW.NAPLELEAraARDEnSrU.CON h: We Accept Credit Cards 14 SENTINEL NS SAVE LCX^AI-LY WITH ONLINE coiiK)NS • V LsiT www.gmnews.com March 25.2010 OPINION Letters DYNO field director reaches out to residents y name is Peter J. Kenny. ting together a volunteer staff of Most of you know me for Middlesex County residents to Mmy two runs for sch(X)l help me out, and DYNO is in the board. I m writing this letter be- process of looking for an office. cause I want to .share w iih you a That is why I'm reaching out to new chapter in my life, and I'm everyone to see if you would be also looking for volunteers. interested in serving the Middle- 1 was recently apfK>inted the sex County community. Middlesex County Chapter field If anyone is interested or director of the Democratic Youth would like to learn more or needs National Organization [DYNOl any help with issues that Middle- and I'm really looking forward to sex County residents face, please this new journey in my life. The feel free to contact me either by whole point of my new position is email at vicepresident- to represent the residents in Mid- pjkennv@yah(xi.com or by giving dlesex County. Even though the me a call at 732-570-8208. Take group is a Democratic group, I care and I look forward to hearing will represent not only Democrats from and working with all of you. but also Republicans, and anyone who needs help as well. I plan on Peter J. Kenny working with ^e politicians and I Field Director plan on reaching out and crossing Democratic Youth pany lines to help anyone who National Organization needs help. Middlesex County Chapter I am also in the process of put- Christie's proposed cuts are irresponsible ov. Chris Christie's pro- cut flies in the face of growing ev- posed budget cuts are irre- idence that nutritious school food Gsponsible and short is vital for our children's health sighted. In a time when we should and ability to leam. be preparing our state's students Gov. Christie and the state for increased global competition, Legislature should not trade our the governor wants to strip much- children's health and future for needed resources from our chil- short-term political gain. dren's education. It is particularly disturbing that Kevin Brown Christie wants to cut $3 million New Jersey State Director from child nutrition funding. This 32BJSEIU Christie has broken promises already To the everyday 4 p.m. group at the dog park andidate Chris Christie said, property tax rebate. So, where's the The last thing Chris will do change? All I see is another politi- t never ceases to amaze me and wanted to know why. Good do enter the park after 4 p.m. and C is to follow [Jon] Corzine's cian who told voters what they how ignorant people cain be question! According to the mayor, defecate in that same park where lead in eliminating property tax re- wanted to hear to get elected. until they put their mouth in this park was put up as a "friendly your dog, as you put it, "likes to bates for 1.2 million New Jer- I motion before their brain. If am re- neighborhood project." That right blow off steam." If your dog hap- seyans." But wait. Gov. Robert Scardapane ferring to Jane Arcure's letter to there should tell any intelligent pens to run through these feces, Chris Christie is now saying that he Somerset the editor in the Sentinel dated person that the planning of the there is a very good chance that will scale back or even eliminate the Feb. 25 ("N.B. Parks Department park was not properly constructed your dog may become infected. • For the Record Should Not Be Blamed for Dog's to regulations. Fact two: While your dog may be- Injuries"). The dog park should be free of come infected, you too may be- The actress in the photograph on the cover of the March 18 North & Ms. Arcure obviously read the any obstacles, especially park come infected as well. The disca.sc South Brunswick Sentinel was incorrectly identified. Eileen Gariatti letter I placed in the Sentinel on benches that are cemented in the is called Giardia lamblia, which is played the character Fruma Sarah in "Fiddler on the Roof." Feb. 18 ("Resident Claims Dog's ground 2 feet away from and ad- very highly contagious to humans. Injuries Result of Dog Park Inci- jacent to the fence as you first My only regret writing this ar- dent") and either didn't read the enter to the right of the dog run, ticle was the fact that the Sentinel lennifer Amato entire article, didn't understand up against the fence; then there (declined to] publish the photos of Managing Editor the contents of the article or just would be no way the dogs could my dog's injuries becau.sc they Ben S. Cannizzaro decided to form her own opinion. get caught behind them. Again, were "too graphic" and would ^Sentinel G«icral Manager b Publisher - Greater Media Newspaper My advice for her is to get your that would make sense. up.set the public. Maybe that's facts straight before you open Some facts for Ms. Arcure: what the public needs to see; then Editorial: 732-358-5200, ext. 8226 Classified: 732-358-5200 Fax: 732-780-4192 Fax: 732-780-4678 your mouth and assume. Did you know that when asked if maybe they would be more con- Emait: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Not once in that article did I re- the park was treated for flea and cerned about the welfare of the Sports Ema«: [email protected] quest that the dog park be dosed; tick on a regular basis, the director pets and now where are they Delivery problems? that was her first mistake. Sec- of parks and recreation could not going to meet "every day at 4 Display AdvertisuK 732-358-5200 Call circulation at 800-989-9969 Fax: 732^0-4257 or email: [email protected] ondly, it is the responsibility of the even give me an answer? How p.m." Email; [email protected] before noon on Friday. township because according to the about Parvovirus? This is a very mayor, with whom 1 had a meet- highly contagious disease spread Donna Zier ing on Feb. 19, he was not even from animal to animal and can be North Brunswick Tt>e Sentinel is published Thursday ty the Sentinel Publishing Volume 17, Number 27 Co., P.O. Box 5001, Freehold, N| 07728. For nnail subscription made aware of this incident and transmitted to humans. Believe it information, call 800-989-9969. the severity of my dog's injuries or not, there are wild animals that March 25, 2010 SAVH I.(X AIJ.Y WITH ONiJNK COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.com NS SKNTINEL 1 5 Consignors needed for Make This Easter Unforgettable! No. Brunswick fair next month baby's gifts and never u.se .some of them, Children's items for newborns noting that this is an opportunity to give tfirough size 12 are needed high-quality items to people who can make use of them. BY lENNIFER AMATO Statf Writer "We want them to feel like they just bought it at the store," Heuer said. "We NORTH BRUNSWICK — Lynn Heucr, want them to feel even though they are get- of MilltDwn, and Susan Chinchar, of East ting something inexpensive, they're getting Brunswick, met about two years ago at the soTiething with quality." Little Sprouts of Middlesex club for moth- The organizers will check all of the ers in Milltown. items to make sure they are up to standard. Heuer, who was pregnant with her sec- They believe in this mission because Easter Brunch at Forsgate ond child, became good friends with Chin- they have been to consignment fairs them- Peel and Eat Shrimp Tilapia with Tomato and Caper Relish char, the mother of one child. selves. Freshly Baked Breakfast Breads & Pastries Chicken Anisette with Shitake Mushrooms They conversed with other experienced Chinchar said hand-me-downs were a Assorted Cheese & Fruit Displays Four Cheese Agru>iotti with Pomodoro Sauce way of life for her growing up, and although mothers and mothers-to-be about all things Platter of Smoked Salmon ie Herring Certified Angus Top Sirloin with Horseradish children, and shared ideas, tips and belong- she never achieved her dream of opening Variety of Gourmet Salads & Greens Rosemary Roasted Leg of Lamb ings. her own store, she appreciates recycling Fresh Eggs & Omelettes - cooked to order The concept of sharing belongings has items instead of throwing them away. Fresh Smoked Ham with Chutney prompted the two to establish Jersey Kids Heuer has bought used items through Hickory Smoked Bacon & Grilled Sausage Pastry Chefs Selection of Seasonal Desserts Consignment with a consignment fair eBay and has enjoyed sharing items within Chive & Garlic Mashed Potatoes scheduled April 29-May 1. her moms' group. Spring Vegetables with Herb Butter "In the.se times you may be giving a "As a mother, I learned that new isn't child something |a parent] couldn't afford neces.sarily better," Heuer.said. Seating Times to give," Chinchar said. "Everybody needs The fair will be open to the general pub- 11:00 am, 1:30 pm & 4:00 pm atmt help sometimes." lic 1-9 p.m. Thurs- W Consignors, which day, April 29; 9 Easter Brunch Reservarions 732-521-8056 can be an individual or a.m. - noon p.m. Adults: $36* an organization such as a and 1 p.m. -9 p.m. Friday, April 30; Children ages: 4-12 $18.00 • Children under 3 are complimentary church or daycare center, •Plus NJ tax and service charge can sign up now through and 8 a.m. to 8 April 21. Anyone who p.m. Saturday, has new or gently used, May 1, at North Forsgate. More of what you live for. clean, intact, stain-free Brunswick Volun- ForsgaU Oriv* at fot AA. UJ Tpk An RDC 6«if Orowp fac«iy • wwMr for»o^t«ce.cOm items for newborns teer Fire Company through size 12 can sign No. 3, 1470 up on www.jerseykid- Cozzens Lane. The sconsignment.com in firemen will be order to sell the items for selling refresh- SIMJPL/ about one-third to one- ments. fourth of the original All items are NEW TECHNOLOGY BREAK-THROUGH price. Consignors, de- due April 28 be- SINUSITIS SUFFERERS... pending on percentage tween noon and 9 An exciting non-cutting, tissue sparring endoscopic catheter based optica credits they will receive p.m.; the consignor for those who suffer from the symptoms of recurrent and chronic sinusitis: for volunteering during . must sign up on the Heac^ches, Postnasal Drip, Runny Nose, Nasal Congestion, Breathing the fair or for bringing in v.'ebsite. Biaekagerfetjgue. Cough, Sore Throat. Facial Pressure. Tooth Pain. Bad other referrals, can make Consignors and Bxeath, Loss Smell and Snoring. anywhere from 60 to 1 (X) volunteers will be percent in profits. privy to a two-hour ADVANTAfGES OF BALLOON SINUPLASTY... Consignors just need to register, write a presale prior to the opening of the fair to see • 'iliiiii—jjj J^asive brief description of their items, print out and if there are items they would like to pur- :lief (96% in mulricenur study) then afllx the tags, to the items. Anyone who chase. docs not have time to tag their own items On May I, 2-8 p.m. there will be a half- iscomfort should contact Heuer or Chinchar through price sale, during which consignors can de- work in 24 hours the website for assistance. cide if they would like to continue selling Suggested items include strollers, high their items at full price or give a 50-percent • Eff^w rtifailt an^ediairic Patieots chairs, bassinets, breast pumps, bouncers, discount. ' • All PPCVOutofNetwortc Insurance Plans pack-and-plays, co-sleepers, carriers, bed- "A lot of people want to see what they Con^ifered. ding, dance outfits, sporting gotnls. karate can sell. They don't really want to take it CvdOBUztid TrjlHtment Approach... back to their house," Heuer said. uniforms, seasonal clothing, toys, biwks, (Additional ^nus procedures available): DVDs, puzzles, and electronic toys includ- The consignors can decide if they would • VeqtwVisioW Infrared Laser Guided FESS ing necessary batteries. like any unsold items to be donated after the • CoMMjon Raaosurgica] Ionization (Curbinatoplasty) Car seats, bicycle helmets, toy guns, last day of the fair. Any nonprofit organiza- • SinuNEB^Aekitoiizcd Antibiotic Therapy stuffed animals and formula will not be ac- tions interested in picking up those items ' Sublingual"^ ^eedle) Allergy Immunotherapy (SUT) cepted. All items should be less than five free of charge should contact Heuer or years old. However, any coupons for items Chinchar. Frank M.D., FA.C^., F.I.C^. "Being moms, we have a soft side for such as formula arc welcome. Certlflcd Balloon Specialist • Double Boud CcrtlfM • 20 Yews Experteacc moms in need," Chinchar said. "When we raise children, we don't real- • Top New York Metro Doctor 2006-2010 • Top .NVw Jersey Sovvy Living Nose Doctor 2006-2010 ize how much they come with," Chinchar Heuer and Chinchar are also looking for Guide to America's Top Physician 2006-2010 laughed. volunteers to help out during the fair. However, the two women noted the im- For more information, visit www.jer- RIVLRSIDi: SIM S SI RC.KRV t KNTKR seykidsconsignment.com. portance of this fair not being considered a 3992 Amboy Road. Staten Island (718) 967-2411 garage sale, but more like a department Weekend and 70 E. Front Street. Red Bank (732) 747-5300 store. Heuer said that sometimes new moth- Contact Jennifer Attiato at Kvening Hours 35 Beaversim Blvd.. Brick (732) 262-3695 ers get so excited that they open all of their [email protected]. www.riversideface.com 2130 Hwy. 35. 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Exp4a2/I0 THE SHOOPE HAMI SUN-THU 'ld%6FF BOOK YOUR NEXT PARTY IN OUR PRIVATE PARTY ROOMS TRAYS-TO-GO Bob Selover, a supervisor at the North Brunswick Department of Public Works, demon- BENSI GIFT CARDS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY OCCASION VAUD ALL WEEK Um I DISCOUNT IW CHECK strates how to cut the lawn using a mulch lawnmower, which cuts and circulates grass BENSIRESTAURANTS.COM FOR ALL LOicATtONS PER VST. CANNOT BE COMBINED WRM OTHBI OF- blades down Into the soil instead of shooting it out of the sides or Into a bag. Grass will JOIN BENSI RESTAURANTS ON FACEBOOK FOR SPECIAL OFFERS FBIS. NOT VAUD HOUOAYS. Exp 4/22/10 no longer be collected curbslde as solid waste so residents are encouraged to mulch. TOWNSHIP OF NORTH BRUNSWICK N.B. DPW changes methods PUBLIC NOTICE of grasS; bulk collection BY JENNIFER AMATO dor, director of Public Work.s. Notice is hereby given that the Township of North Brunswick has Staff Writer In 2009, about 474.(KK) pounds or 237 made application to NJ TRANSIT for one 16 passenger - 2 NORTH BRUNSWICK — Effective tons of grass were collected. Thus, the new system could save about $7,{MK) per year, m wheelchair Extended Minibus to assist in providing April 7, major changes will occur in North Brunswick in grass collection, bulk collec- addition to having three employees avail- transportation to senior citizens and/or people with disabilities in tion and dumpster rentals. able for garbage pickup and road mainte- nance and having the grass collection trucks Middlesex County, New Jersey. This project will partially be Grass collection funded with FTA 5310 funds under a grant submitted to the Grass will no longer be collected curb- used for the heavier-maintenance leaf Federal Transit Administration. side in the brown biodegradable bags that pickup in the fall. have been'used in the past. Instead, resi- "Grass is heavy, especially once it gets into those bags," DPW supervisor Bob Any interested party who has a significant social, economic or dents arc asked to u.se a mulching mower — cutting the grass and leaving it on the lawn. Selover said, "and when it gets wet, it's environmental interest is invited to provide comment within 30 Doug Robertson, assistant director of even heavier." days to; Public Works and the recycling coordinator, He also said that .sometimes the bags said that Rutgers University and the state would break, causing DPW workers to have to pick up the grass manually. Jessica Zlnl< Department of Environmental Protection studies have shown the benefits of adding Any biodegradable bags that residents Supervisor, Senior Citizen Activities nutrients back into the grass with mulching. have will not be picked up, but instead 15 Linwood Place He said that the need for nitrogen fertilizers should be u.sed during leaf collection sea- North Brunswick, NJ 08902 is reduced by 50 percent if the grass is cut son. and gets down to the soil. Bulk waste collection "Keeping the lawnmower maintained is The bulk waste collection in town has also important," he said, "because if the been changcd from an unlimited amount to blade is dull, it's not going to mulch any- 2 cubic yards, or about four 95-gallon con- l!Q0!lBl0i(uti thing." tainers, per appointment .scheduled through Most lawnmowcrs nowadays have a the DPW. Furniture is included, but grass From only 4,999 will noi be collected as bulk waste. completely installed mulching blade, or one can be purcha.sed separately, he said. Dumpsters with electric & Mulch mowers have been u.sed by Pub- To aid with hulk waste collcciion. resi- Thousands of dollars lic Works at the municipal building, senior dents may rent 3()-cubic-yard dumpsters for of extras at housing building, DPW grounds and reten- seven days, but the fee has been changcd NO CHARGE! tion basins around town for the past two from $3(K) to $4(X) to cover the costs for the years. dumpster, disposal of (he dumpsler, and the As a last resort, grass clippings can be manpower lo deliver it and take it to the YES, FREE! put into a plastic bag and included with landnii. household garbage in the 95-gallon garbage Construction materials, stone, concrete OPEN 7 OATS container, but only a maximum of two 95- and railroad ties arc prohibited; this service YEAR ROUND gallon containers are allowed curbside per is intended more for people trying to clean CENTRALV^^ pickup, and extra bags of grass placed on out a house. JERSEY the curb will not be collected. "This is a good .solution for somebody who has a lot of materials they want to get «nn 10 widi M '-oii4»miiir peoi? 'The emphasis is that from May to the POOLS end of September, basically we have three rid of and don't want to put it curbside," • No Increase in property tax PATIO SI MORE men dedicated to picking up grass. The vast Robertson said. 4235 Rt 9 N, Freehold, NJ • No yard ter>ce needed majority, about 80 to 85 percent of resi- The Department of Public Works will • 7- Delicious Orchards is stocked up with all of your traditional Easter and Passover specialties including the freshest Easter Rings, Hot Cross Buns, \ Stollen, Babka and Challah bread to compliment your meals. Supplying HolUiiy Hours ' high quality meats, produce and cheeses, you're sure to find everything you need right here at the Original Country Food Market! Visit our website for special holiday hours Ddidoiis Orchards has everything for Passover and Easter! Delicious Orchards Closed Easter Sunday April 4th Delicious Orchards 'A^^YFOO^ Route 34, Colts Neck (732) 462-1989 dcliciQusorchardsnj.com Hours: 10am to 6pm Tues. thru Sun., closed Men. 1 8 SENTINEL NS SAVE LOCALLY WITH ONLINE COUTONS • VISIT WH'W.gmnews.COm March 25, 2010 N.B. students learn how to maintain dean communities BV I'SNNIFER AMATO slow-moving reptiles are killed by vehicles cross, the types of species and the number various chemicals are put into and taken out Staff Writer as they cnxss n.>ads, trying to get to the same that don't make it. of the water supply, which could be haz- NORTH BRUNSWICK — Students nesting sites they go to evei^ year. He said that per his count, about 80 per- ardous. throughout the North Brunswick schcx>l dis- "These turtles are in big trouble. Why? cent die. "The water looks a lot better but the trict are being treated to Jack Branagan's Roads, cars. Turtles do not move very "The reason is, there are so many of us problem is you can't see the chemicals in Earth Matters assembly program over the quickly," Branagan said. "Unfortunately, Ipcoplel," he said. the water, and when you clean water, you next month. many of them get run over. Some people de- However, he said the upside is that he can't get the chemicals out," he said. "We On March 19 at Linwcxxi Middle liberately run over turtles. I don't know- can alert towns abt)ut the crossings, in hopes can no longer dump our chemicals in the School. Branagan discussed the environ- why." that they will close the road during the mi- ground or down the drain." ment along the Delaware River, and the ef- He said that people should help move gration. "We can no longer treat the earth's fects humans have on its elements. turtles across the street with a stick, and Branagan also discussed the other crea- oceans as our dumping grounds. If we poi- "Besides oxygen, water is probably one then call the New Jersey Division of Fish, tures he saw with his two daughters along son our oceans, we poison ourselves," he of the most important things on this planet. Game and Wildlife with the animal's loca- the river, such as crawfish, helgramites, noted about the effects of the food chain. In fact, without w ater there would be no life tion so that the agency can try to protect the whirligig beetles, dragonflies, Canada Branagan then focu.sed the students' at- on earth." Branagan said. area from future development. geese, white egrets, a great blue heron, fish tention on litter, specifically cigarette filters, and fre.shwater clams. He mentioned the wood turtles, snap- He al.so mentioned that one or two nights which are the No. 1 source of litter. ping turtles, green frogs, spotted salaman- a year is "date night" for amphibians, when He said this reminds him of living near "Not only are they litter, they are poi- ders and red spotted newts that live along thousands of salamanders and frogs cross to the Meadowlands when he was younger, sonous. There are 43 known cancer-causing the ri\ er. a vernal pool to lay their eggs. Although when three small ponds in the area were chemicals in cigarettes." he said. He spoke specifically alxiut the wood Branagan said it is "tough to watch" them covered up by a bulldozer. He said 40 of the He al.so said that people should not buy turtle, a threatened species. Many of these die. he has conducted a mortality study in 60 turtles there died, as well as a number of plastic bottles, Styrofoam products or paper which he counted the number that try to tlsh, frogs and salamanders. cups, but instead use rcu.sable items. He .said "We were really upset. Why? Our fa- over 1 million seabirds and 100,000 .sea vorite place was covered up. Why? For a mammals die every year because of plastic Emergency Automatic Home Standby Generators parking lot for a factory," he said. in the water. This type of construction is also respon- "Please don't litter," he advised. "It's so sible for floods, he said, because water bod- easy not to." ies are not equipped to handle runoff from The assemblies are funded by the Clean drains. Communities Program of New Jersey. Don't be left "People complain about having so many For more information, visit www.Jack- floods. Well, stop building. Let the water go sEarthMatters.com. back into the ground," he said. the Dark...AGAlN! 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March 25. 2010 SAVJ; iXK Ai.i.Y WITH ONi.iNH COUPONS • VISIT www.gtnnews.com NS SENTINKL 21 It's gonna be expensive, no matter how you define it s t'urmcr I'rcsitlciU Wiliiiiin Jel'lcrson means we're paying m<»re in taxes, and there's we're actually going to be paying more to help dreds of dollars in fees on very small over- Clinton laniously explained during his not enough lipstick in the world to make that the slate government live within its means. If drafts. I called banks black-hearted varmints AIW8 grand jury lesiiniony in the pig any prettier, I guess it's not a tax increase you read Christie's 88-point plan to balance and said they ought lo be ashamed for their Monica Ix'winski alfair, "it depends on what in the strictest sense of the word, but it de- the state budget, you know that a lot of the unmitigated greed. the meaning ol';,v is." pends on your definition. points make perfcct common sense, but lots Well, apparently the bigwigs at Bank of In other words, in politics, it all depends And let's not kid ourselves, we're gonna of others will end up costing us money, like America read my column and were ashamed, on your dcllnition. be paying a lot more in other itreas as well. the NJ Transit situation. because two short weeks later, the company We've got a little of that going on in New Just look at what's happening to the Don't gel me wrong; 1 support Christie's announced it was getting rido f the fees, unless Jersey these days as our new governor, Chris 9(X),(XK) state riders who depend on NJ Tran- determination lo bring the state budget to heel. customers agree to them before they get their Christie, stnigglcs to close a budget deficit he sit. Facing a $3(K) million shortfall in the II should have been done a long, long time money or make their purchases. says is approaching $ 11 hillion. budget year that begins July t, and ago. So I feci confident in saying, "Bank of Nobody would argue that New Jersey is a 333 million reduction in slate sub- But as we go through the pr(x;css, America's new overdraft fee policy was my ciix-ling the financial drain, and 1 can't gripe sidy, riders have been told to expect just hope his administration does- idea" about his delennination to cut the budget — fare hikes of around 25 percent. n't try to dine out on the fact that he's Note lo Bank of America; I'm available to but let's not kid ourselves about what's going And there's not enough ink at the J keeping his no-lax-hike pledge. We be in a a)mmercial like those Windows 7 peo- on. prilling plant to detail all that's ' might not see an official increase in ple, and you'll find I'm much more reason- Take the popular property tax rebate pro- going to happen to the stale's state taxes, but our wallels are going able in terms of compensation than your gram, for example. Christie promised during schix)ls and colleges, luwking at a to be considerably lighter, all ihe customer service people used to be when folks reduction of more than $8(X) million same. his campaign that not only would he preserve would complain abou• t •overdraf • t fees. property tax rebates, he'd restore some cuts to in state aid to K-12 public sch(X)ls, Coda the program that were made by his clay-footed the New Jersey Asscx;iation of GREG BEAN I've been getting a kick out of The big talk al lunch with a group of col- predecc.s.sor, Jon S. Cor/.ine. But now he says Schwl Administrators says that those Microsoft commercials for leagues rccently was the story that a mountain he'll do away with property tax rebates en- sch(H)ls will certainly have to kxik al decreas- Windows 7, where ordinary people take credit lion was rept)rtcdly sighted in Manalapan. Al- tirely this year, and next year they'll be han- ing services and increasing fees. For example, for getting Microsoft to listen to their sugge.s- though it hasn't Ix^n confirmed whether the dled as credits on our lax bills instead of parents will likely have to start paying for tions in developing the new software. "Win- animal seen was really a mountain lion, or checks in the mail. things like athletic uniforms and club fees, and dows 7 was my idea," they all say. something else, this is a whole lot more inter- Christie won ofllcc largely on the pledge cla.ss sizes will likely increase. Well, if they can take credit for Windows esting than a coyote sighting. that he absolutely, positively, wonkl not rai.sc But because the lion's share of sch(X)i 7,1 guess 1 can take credit for Bank of Amer- It's funny that there might be a mountain taxes, but what docs that sound like to you? budgets arc Hxed costs like debt services, pen- ica's recent announcement thai as of July 1, it lion stalking the wcxxls of Manalapan, where Fact is, I've thought the pn)pcrty tax rebate sion contributions and mandates, there's no will end overdraft fees to cuslomcrs who I've often noted that local politics is so vi- schcme was sketchy for years. Instead of com- way IcK'al .schix)l districts and governments are charge more on their ATM debit cards than cious, some of the politicians actually eat their ing up with something to make us feel gcxK), going to avoid raising taxes that are already they have in the bank. After that date, pur- own. It's therefore fitting that there might be a they should have just reduced taxes to begin Ux) high. Christie has proposed amendments chases lhat would overdraw an account will hungry feline predator 1(x>king to eat them. with. That would have made more sense, be- to the Slate Constitution that would cap prop- simply be declined, instead of being paid for Mmmmml Tastes like chicken! cause we'd have use of our money instead ol' erty taxes at the local, sch(X)l and county level, an automatic $35 overdraft fee. letting the slate use it until they gave some but even if his proposals arc adopted, they Regular readers will remember lhat I wrote Gregory Bean is the former executive ed- back. won't help us that much in the short term. about this very subject just a few weeks ago, itor of Greater Media Newspapers. You can But if they'rc keeping lhat money now, it And those are just a couple of areas where and noted that people can be charged hun- reach him at [email protected]. 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Such areas still need water, even if they are ing the warmer months, with the exception being days from wilt or dehydration will begin to curl.This might shaded most, if not all, of the day. when it's already raining. However, there arc signs to not be as noticeable to the naked eye as discoloration, Ht)w can I maximize water I'm allowed to us>e? indicate when a lawn is e.specially in need of some but lawn care enthusiasts will notice this change of Many areas, particularly those with especially hot extra water, and that's often when it's suffering from shape. summers, place watering restrictions during times of wilt or dehydration. • Imprints. Footprints won't remain on a healthy drought. As a result, homeowners are often looking for • Coloration. A lawn that's beginning to change lawn, but a lawn that's wilting or dehydrating will ways to maximize the water they are legally allowed to color likely needs extra water. In general, a lawn that's likely be littered with footprints. use. 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Regular ad- riders compete to be the last rider on the seven puppeteers, singers, dancers and kinetic stilt ucational center, following the post-World mission to the educational center applies: looping, floorless coaster Bizarro in this w^kers creating a nighttime spectacular, pro- War II economic boom, mass production of adults $4, students and senior citizens $2, eight-hour ride-a-thon. duced by Gary Goddard Entertainment dolls and toys exploded in the Vietnam era. children under 10 admitted free. Regular ad- Through a contest hosted on Six Flags Group. G.I. Joes were first produced in 1964. Bar- mission is free for veterans and active-duty Great Adventure s Facebook page and a local Dolphin Discovery will debut a new show bie, who was popularized by Mattel in the military personnel. radio station, 30 riders will be selected to ex- in 2010 when the bottlenose dolphins and the 1960s, has remained youthful even after cel- The Vietnam Era Educational Center is perience the eight-hour ride on Bizarro. Dolphin Discovery Team Green trainers face ebrating her 50th birthday last March. located adjacent to the New Jersey Vietnam Standing at 142 feet tall and flying at a off with careless litterbugs that includes a Other featured objects on display in- Veterans' Mcitiorial off the Garden State speed of 61 mph, this 3.5-minute thrill ride band of mi.schievous California sea lions. clude Star Trek figures, Etch-A-Sketch, Parkway at Exit 116, The center is open features seven loops, including 114-foot ver- Guests can also enjoy watching the Trolls, Legos, Nerf balls, dollhouse furni- Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 tical and 96-foot dive loops. The lone rider Looney Tunes Dance Off, a dance competi- ture, teddy bears, and much more. Snap- p.m. will receive a VIP tour for four to Six Flags tion between Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, shots of children with their toys from the era Great Adventure, which includes a personal Tweety and their Looney Tunes pals, in addi- tour guide, front-of-the-line access, compli- tion to visiting the Temple of the Tiger where N.Y. Giants players to visit SBHS March 26 mentary' meals and much more. they can take a close look at Bengal tigers and Six Flags Great Adventure offers family leam the importance of conservation to pre- The South Brunswick High School Proj- purchase. entertainment with 13 roller coasters, four serve this endangered species. ect Graduation Committee will sponsor an There will be a chance to try on a Giants children's areas, interactive animal shows and To celebrate its 10th anniversary. Six appearance by New York Giants players 7- Super Bowl ring, and there will be raffies to concerts. The headline concert will be the Flags Hurricane Harbor will offer guests the 9 p.m. March 26 at South Brunswick High win tickets to a 2010 Giants game and other Bamboozle Roadshow featuring top acts like ultimate in tubing thrills with the launch of an School, 750 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junc- Giants memorabilia. Bovs Like Girls, .All Time Low, Third Eye enormous funnel-shaped water attraction — tion, to benefit Project Graduation. Attendees will also meet former SBHS Blind. LMFAO. Forever the Sickest Kids, The Tornado. The water attraction will re- Current New York Giants players Kevin quarterback and current Rutgers University Good Chariotte, Simple Plan and more. semble a massive household funnel turned on Boss, Domenik Hixon and Justin Tuck are player Mohammed Sanu. Season highlights for 2010 will include its side that will blast thrill seekers down a scheduled to sign autographs and take pho- Tickets are $30 per person in advance, Saturday Night Lights Fireworks beginning 135-foot vortex tunnel and into the 60-foot- tographs. Attendees will receive a souvenir $40 at the door if available. A limited num- July 4 and running Saturdays July 10 through wide funnel and then into a calm catch pool. team picture that can be signed, or can bring ber of tickets will be sold for this event. For Aug. 21. This year s theme "Rock Loves" The Tornado will touch down May 29. one item to have signed. Attendees may more information or to order tickets, email bring a camera, but a professional photog- [email protected]. rapher will be taking pictures available for Out of Work? African-American art exhibit slated in S.B. "Beautiful, Also, are the Souls of my Month in April. People" is an exhibit by Manhattan artist Williams will discuss the exhibit and her Need to pay Bills? and poet Nikki Williams that will be held at approach to art and poetry 2-4 p.m. April the South Brunswick Public Library. 110 10. On April 24 she will conduct a free cre- Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, ative writing workshop for adults 2-4 p.m. Get the skills & national certifications you need to start a new throughout April. The photographs and po- at the library. career in the high demand field of Information Technology. etry form a tribute to honor Black History For more information, call 732-329- Month in February, Women's History 4000, ext. 7286, or e-mail Call today & see if YOU qualify for up to Month in March, and National Poetry [email protected]. $4,000 in tuition assistance. 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The district now has to 31 and the budget vot****e wil* l be April 20. a $2.5 million reduction. with $3.9 million in contract costs and $4.7 plug that whole, he said. "It's a very somber budget inessage and million in unhudgeted fund balance, total- "At this time, the board has not decided In North Bnmswick, for the upcoming really a very bad forecast for public institu- ing $18.5 million. anything because we haven't inet," Ab- 2011 budget year, there will be a reduction of tions," Zychowski said during a Board of In addition, the distiict is already deal- schutz said on Friday. "There likely will be $4 million in state aid. This comes from $3.9 Education meeting March 17. ing with a $5.3 million loss in aid for the re- negative programmatic and class size im- million proposed funding cut from the state The district was preparing for 5 percent, mainder of this year, which forced the pacts." 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PICK OF THE WFFK The 2010 Genesis Festival The Genesis Festival will take place March 26-28. • SPECIAL EVENTS Four or five fledgling scripts will receive readings. singing country, pop & FILMS Broadway songs "Wild Child" by Janis McDavid will be presented Bryn Mawr-Wellesley 79th Annual March 25 & 26 at 8 p.m. March 28 at 8 p.m. Ronna Ray, an emerging singer at Book Sale Eighth Annual Garden State Film the cusp of her success, struggles to stay on track ^/^ain Street Theatre Company Festival March 25 & 26 from 3018 Bordentown Ave. distracted by her missing brother and her addictive March 25-28 at 7 p.m. 10 a.in.-9p.m, F'arlin section of Sayreville vices. opening film "Chicago Overcoat" March 27 from 10 a.m.-7p.m. tickets: $25; includes "From the Heart of a Sistah" by Theara Ward, set opening night cocktail party: March 28 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. "Southern-style" dessert for March 27 at 3 p.m., is a journey through life in March 26 from 7-10 p.m. Princeton Day School half the profits after expenses go poetry with music, dance and song. The Grand Arcade and 650 Great Road, Princeton tn Cabaret for Life (for HIV/AIDS Paramount Theatre "Internal Bleeding" by Christine Toy Johnson will be 732-895-5347 & cancer support) Asbury Park staged March 27 at 8 p.m., Benjamin defied his con- 732-553-1153 tickets: $10 servative parents by joining an Olympics-bound gym- Palaspas: Traditional Filipino www.smstc.org nastics team. His mother turns her back on him when Palm-Weaving Workshop 732-455-3061 www.gsff.org he is injured during a meet, believing that disobedi- March 27 from 2-3:30 p.m., John Bianculli Trio with ence got him what he deserved. East Jersey Olde Towne Village Jackie Jones 1050 River Rd., Piscataway Ninth Annual Wild and Scenic Film "Taxi" by Sibusiso is on March 28 at 3 p.m. The March 26 from 8:30- midnight free, but registration is required Festival play takes place in Johannesburg, South Africa, where 732-745-4489 Christophers at Heldrich Hotel hosted by the NY/NJ Baykeeper aggressive taxi driving is the norm. Mzee is involved Livingston Ave. environmental films in a fatal accident, so he must defend himself in the New Brunswick March 28 from 4-6 p.m. upcoming trial. He seeks the assistance of a charis- Paddlesport 2010 no cover The East Coast's Largest Kayak. Marion Huber Theatre at matic white journalist. 732-214-2200 Canoe and Outdoor Show Two River Theatre Co. Crossroads Theatre Company is at 7 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Tickets are $15; admission is free March 26 from noon-9 p m. 21 Bridge Ave., Red Bank for Crossroads' members. Call 732-545-8100 or visit www.CrossroadsTheatreCompany.arg. Chris Brown Trio March 27 from 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. tickets: $15, junior member March 28 from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. jazz tickets are $10 Garden State Exhibit Center March 24, from 732-888-9870 12:15-12:45 p.m. www.Christoperbarrett® Somerset section of Franklin March 28 at 3 p.m. 85 George St. 300 Ocean Ave.. Pt. Pleasant admission: $10, under 14, free First Reformed Church nynjbaykeeper.org general admission: $10: of New Brunswick Circle Players New Brunswick 888-22-KAYAK 416 Victoria Ave. $6 ages, 3-12; free under 2; 9 Bayard St. tickers: $15, $15 seniors; 732-458-5777 The Black Eyed Peas: Piscataway $6 seniors free lunch follows recital $10 students with valid ID The E.N.D. World Tour Live tickets: $17, $16 students/seniors 732-932-7511 732-889-1659 March 30 at 10:30 p.m.. wvw.jenkinsons.com/aquarium New Brunswick Kennel Club Dog New Jersey Symphony Orchestra 732-968-7555 www.masongross.rutgers.edu Show Commerce Center 18 March 25 at 1:30 p.m. vww.circleplayers.com March Madness Circuit 2399 Route 1 Orestes; A Tragic Romp Sesame Street Live March 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. North Brunswick "When Elmo Grows Up" March 22-28 N.J. Performing Arts Center Speech & Debate through April 11 N.J. Convention and Expo Center tickets: $15 March 26 through April 3 Twp Rivers Theatre Co. April 1-5. hours vary One Center Dr. State Theatre Raritan Center, Edison Newark www.FathomEvents.com Wed.-Sat at 8 p.m. 21 Bridge St., Red Bank 610-376-1880 Sun. at 2 p.m. 732-345-1400 Livingston Ave.. New Brunswick tickets: $20-$82 The New theatre tickets: $12-$30 www.njsymphony.org I ON STAGE wvw.trtc.org Women in History Mason Gross Performing Arts 732-246-7469 18th century interpreted through Center www.statetheatrenj.org Jay Black Les Miserablps instructors dressed in period • FOR KIDS golden oldies Douglass campus of Rutgers costume presented by the Sayreville 85 George St. Wonder Wing March 27 at 8 p.m. War Memorial High School permanent exhibit for childrea^ March 28 from. 3-4 p.m. Count Basie Theatre New Brunswick Bradley Fields' Mathemagic Historic Murray Farmhouse Theatre Society tickers: $25, $20 seniors; 2-6. includes a pirate ship, '' 99 Monmouth St. March 25,10 a.m. Poricy Park, Middletown March 26 & 27 at 7 p.m. $15 students with valid ID The Strand Theater tiki theater, tree house Red Bank register early, space limited senior-citizens preview night: 732-932-7511 400 Clifton Ave. and whale slide tickets: $25-$65 March 25 at 7 p.m. 732-842-5966 wvw.masongross.rutgers.edu Lakewood Monmouth Museum vww.PoricyPark.org 732-842-9000 Sayreville War Memorial High tickets: $9 Brookdale Community College vww.countbasietheatre.org School It Is Finished 877-772-5425 Lincroft 820 Washington Road vww.strand.org admission: $7; free for students An Evening with the KaBOOM! The Fab Faux — Benefit Easter drama Fireworks Team Parlin section of Sayreville and children under 2 benefits The Songs of Love March 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. tickets: $8, students & seniors: Monmouth Worship Center The Secret Garden 732-747-2266 join pyrotechnic team leader Foundation and Bergen PAC's August Santore Jr. and $10, general public; 176 Route 79 March 26 & 27 at 8 p.m. www.monmouthmuseum.org music education programs $8, senior-citizen preview night; choreographer Christopher Malrboro March 28 at 2 p.m. March 27, 8 p.m. may be purchased in advance or Santore for a video presentation, 732-332-9600 The Secret Garden Party Cinderella an audience Q&A. and a live demo bergenPAC at the door, if still available lunch dessert & special activities through May 15. 30 N. Van Brunt SL 732-525-5251. ext. 2428 free: free nursery provided of the state-of-the-art, wvw.monmouthworship.org March 28 at 12:30 p.m. Saturdays at 2 p.m. computer-fired and musically Englewood Strand Theatre First Avenue Playhouse tickets: $39-$129 choreographed display Tintypes A Midsummer Night's Dream 400 Clifton Ave.. Lakewood Rrst Ave.. Atlantic Highlands 201-227-1030 March 31 at 7:30 p.m vaudeville musical revue through March 28 admission: $47; $39 children/ tickets: $9 viww.bergenpac.org free to the public, but tickets are March 26 & 27 at 8 p.m. Fri. at 7:30 p.m. seniors for party and show; 732-291-7552 required Edison Valley Playhouse show only S23 Tao: The Martlai Art of Drumming Sat. and Sun. at 3 p.m. 2196 Oak Tree Rd. New Jersey City University M EXHIBITS Count Basle Theatre March 27. 8 p.m.. 877-77CLICK; vww.strand.org 99 Monmouth St.. Red Bank Edison 285 West Side Ave. Four Perspectives Through the March 28. 3 p.m. 908-755-4654 Jersey City Lens: Soviet Art Photography in 732-842-9000 State Theatre [email protected] tickers: $30; $15 students and 1970S-80S 15 Livingston Ave., featuring worit of Francisco New Brunswick seniors; children under 15, • MUSIC Fat Selfish Bastard: pay your age Infante, Vladimir Kupriyanov. tickets: $32-$52; children free Admissions of a Food Addict Boris Mikhailov, Alexander -s, with every adult ticket purchased 201-200-2390 Around the World on 88 Keys March 27 at 8 p.m. wvw.theatermania.com Slyusarev 732-247-7200 matinee on March 21 drawn from ttie Zimmerti's Chiu-Tze Ltn, pianist www.statetheatrenj.org Yang Yi, Guzheng Master The Jewish Heritage Museum of Sylvia Norton & Nancy Dodge Monmouth County Collection of Soviet Noncon- Bravura Philharmonic artists Emerald City comedy March 26 at 7:30 p.m. 310 Mounts Corner Drive, formist Art March 27. 8 p m. starring Rachel Dratch Robeson Center for the Arts Freehold March 30-April 25, through March 28 Centenary Stage Company 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton tickets: $14. $10 members Tuesdays-Sundays, times vary Zimmerli Art Museum tickets: $15, $10 students 400 Jefferson St. 732-252-6990 George Street Playhouse 71 Hamilton St. 609-924-8777 Hackettstown www.jhmomc.org 9 Livingston Ave. New Brunswick tickets: $20-$22.50 New Brunswick admission: $3 for adults: free to 908-979-0900 United States Military Academy at American Buffalo tickets; S47.50-$63.50 children under age 18: free to all www.centenarystageco.org through March 28 732-246-7717 on first Sunday of every month West Point Glee Club The Boy Who Cried Wolf March 26, 7:30 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, times vary www.GSPonline.org 732-932-7237. ext. 610 Monmouth Symphony Orchestra McCarter Theatre Center March 27 at 2 and 4 p.m. www.zimmeffimuseum.njtgers.edu First Presbyterian Church Lucian Rinando conductor Kelset Theatre W. Mam St. 91 University Place 118 March 28 at 3 p.m. An Evening of One Acts Mercer Co. Community College Freehold Princeton Mermaids Count Basie Theatre tickets: $ 15-$43 March 31 through April 3 Old Trenton Rd.. West Windsor free-will offering will be at 8 p.m. by Linnea Tober 99 Monmouth St. 609-258-2787; tickets: $10: $8 children/seniors through May 14 accepted after the program Red Bank www.mccarter.org April 3 and 4 at 2 p.m. 609-570-3333 732-462-0234 preview March 30 at 8 p.m. weekdays. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and tickets: $30; $25 seniors; vww.kelsey theatre.net The New Theatre by appointment $5 students The Seafarer Mason Gross Performing Arts Red Horse Gallery Pardon My Southern Accent 732-842-9000 Hop Into Spring March 19 through April 3 Center FreehoW Raceway Mall, Freehold one-woman show starring ww...monmouthsymphonyorg March 27 all day Suzanne Ramsey-Restivo Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m. Douglass campus of Rutgers Jenkinson's Aquarium 734-866-0435 4-4 SCMTINEL NS SAVE LCX:ALLY WITH ONLINE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.cotn March 25. 2010 1970s ACROSS DOWN 1. Prefix fex'kxjr' 1. Gregory Hines' shoe plate C ROSSWORD 6. Mature eggs released at ovulation 2. Some only hear what ttiey want to 8 |9 10 11 12 9. Aquarium scum hear 13. 'Homemnhero 3. "When not at full speed. Secretariat 14. 'Elizabeth Taylor did it to Richard Burton in did this 13 14 MS 1975 4. 'One of George Lucas' automatons 15. Pinocchio became" live boy" 5. Deficiency of red bkxxJ cells 16 17 |l8 16. 'NASA sent one of these to Venus and 6. Rural of #65 Across Mercury in the 1970s 7. Victory sign 21 22 17. Hawaiian necklace 8. Farewell in Paris 19 20 18. What someone who is biased does 9. A particular region 19. Walks heavily 10. 'Producer of "All in the Family" and 23 [24 21. "Reason for oil shortage "Maude" 11. 'Pre-Eagles, Joe Walsh was in the 23. 'This men's adornment widened in the 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 1970s James 24^=ree of impurities 12. In addition 2Ei^hips accompaniment 15. Eventfxxjgh 35 37 38 39 28. Seed cover 20. State of danger 30."ifes, !"or"No 22.' Fields Cookies, launched in 40 41 42 43 35.15th of March, May, vkjiy or October late 70s 24. Layered wood 37 . Bucolic poem 44 45 46 47 39. 'Bob Vila began using these on "This Old 25. "Saturday Night Fever* music House" in 79 26. Dostoevsk/s "The " 40.T^»sorswim 27.100 equal 1 mari Brochures available for S.B. summer camps EARTH Center to host spring, summer events Couth Brunswick Community Educa- dents. Tuition assistance is available to The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of music. tion's summer 2010 brochures are available qualifying South Brunswick residents. Middlesex County's EARTH Center, A master gardener plant sale and Garden online at www.sbschools.org, at the board Call Maria Chavkin for tuition assis- Davidsons Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave., Education Day will be held 10 a.m. to 5 office and at the public schools. Programs tance information, 732-297-7800, ext. 3175. South Brunswick, will hold the following p.m. May 1. Garden Field Day will be held include day, enrichment and sports camps. Call Deana Myers at 732-297-7800, ext. events: a free backyard composting work- 1-5 p.m. Aug. I (rain date Aug. 29), featur- Camps are open to residents and nonresi- 3159, to register. shop 10 a.m. to noon April K); a free ver- ing garden tours, demonstrations, ta.ste tests micomposting workshop 6:30-8:30 p.m. and live music. VFW Post 9111 to hold fish fry March 26 April 13; a rain barrel-building workshop Elijah's Promise, New Brunswick, will Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9111, 11 nations are $10 for adults and $5 for chil- 11 a.m. April 17 and April 29, with regis- host "All About Herbs" 6:30 p.m. July 20, Henderson Road, Kendall Park, will hold a dren ages 5-12. All donations will help sup- tration due by April 14 (the fee is $45); and at a fee of $15. fish fry 6-8 p.m. March 26. Dinner includes port Post 9111 and the VFW. a lecture on gardening 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Eco-Ventures summer day camp fisi. french fries, coleslaw and salad. Do- May 15, with registration due by May 12 program for students in grades five through (the fee is $20). eight will be held Aug. 23-27. The cost is Computer advice March 31 at library Earth Day will be celebrated 4-7 p.m. $140. April 22, weather permitting, with a bring- To register for any of the above, call The South Brunswick Public Library, vited to bring their non-Apple-brand com- your-own picnic dinner, guest speakers and 732-745-4170. 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, puter and questions. Registration is required will present 'Tech Talk With My Expert online at http://alturl.com/axy3 or by call- PC' 3-7 p.m. March 31 in the Donald Tay- ing 732-329-4000, ext. 7286. lor Quiet Study Room. Attendees are in- March 25, 2()1(> SAVE L(X'Ai,LY wi'i H ONLINK COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.com NS SENTINEL 45 • Police Beat All items in Police Beat are taken from police WE'VE GOT MORE OF WHAT YOU'RE AFTER. department records. All suspects are presumed Police arrested and charged Jose Roman. innocent until found guilty in court. 36, of Serviss Avenue with DWTon March 14. Scnneider Natfonjw ha* soio 9rc tt^sm cifivmg oopo^uniti^s ^ A Volkswagen Jetta was reported stolen ts VAN tnjckioad ci VK.ION -iva'iaw© RIOHT NOW ie^sey • North Brunswick from Carolier Lanes on Route 1 on March 14 A navigation unit was stolen from a 2004 An ambulance owned by Robert Wood As a foio drtwf you can axpiKt: Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick Jeep Liberty parked on Lincoln Place on March • 'X> tCHJCh ^eigh: 12. was reported stolen around 9:30 a.m. March 17 from Vespia's on Milltown Road. According to re- • Potentiat oert<> Left: Patrons listen to story time with "Peter Rabbit" at the Barnes & Noble on Route 1 in North Brunswick on March 21. Above: Jenea Perez reads the classic tale. 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Glincman's 11-dive point total of 4()8.6() was 7.4 points better than runner-up Shan- non Donohue from Haddon- field (401.20). Chelsea Glincman, a senior at North Brunswick Township High School, is the New Jersey Glincman considered her- state diving champion, clinching the title during her final dive at the NJSIAA Diving self a contender at the meet Championships at The College of New Jersey March 2. (she was 12'" as a sophomore and eighth last year as a jun- beginnings in the sport. "I had friends go and how clean and vertical the diver is ior), but wasn't thinking out for diving team and I decided to try. when he or she enters the water. about winning the champi- "Gymnastics is lot like diving," she Glincman competes for her club. Lords onship. In fact, she didn't added. "It was a natural progression." of the Board, in Bridgewater throughout the know until the competition Gymnastics prepared Glincman well for year. was ovei' and the scores were posted that One thing that Glincman knows for sure the front and back flips, the twists and re- Diving isn't Glincman's only high she had won. is that no one worked as hard as she did to verses that go into diving. school sport. She is one of the more versa- Throughout the meet she did not kx)k at win a state championship. 'It's a similar feeling to gymnastics," tile athletes on the North Brunswick girls the scoreboard to sec where she stiKxl. She "I've always been very competitive in said Glincman. "It was an easy transition." track and field team. She does the long wanted her f(Kus to be on each of her dives sptirts," said Glincman. "I really like to be Just like gymnastics, diving is also a jump, triple jump, hurdles and the pole vault wilh no dislraciions. 100 percent into a sport or not at all. I prac- judged sport. Ciegree of difficulty comes into (another event where a gymnastics back- "1 knew the best [divers] would be tice every day." play in an II-dive competition. The higher ground is important) for the Raiders. there," she said. 'That pushes me. I perform Glincman's first forays into sports was the degree of difficulty, the more points that But diving is her No. 1 priority and she well under pressure." with gymnastics and then rhythmic gym- can be scored on a dive. Bui no matter what plans on continuing it in college. Right no«^ No one would argue with that after her nastics. She didn't meet a diving board or the difficulty may be, it still comes down to she is looking at the University of Virginia, state championship triumph, which capped platform until high school. the execution of the dive. Glincman noted Richmond, Va.. and Brown University, an undefeated season for the Raider. "I did it for fun," she said recalling her that judges look for the height a diver gets Providence. R.I. Sports Shorts Adult baseball players and teams wanted for the Amateur No. Brunswick NFL flag football starts season next month Baseball Association of New Jersey. There will be multiple wood and metal skill level leagues. Games are played mainly The North Brunswick Adams Athletic Club in conjunc- East Brunswick, Milltown and Franklin. Every team has on Sundays with some Saturday games. For details visit tion with the township's Department of Parks, Recreation one or two volunteer coaches, and the North Brunswick www.AllStarTeamStats.com/aba, email NJBaseball4all@aol. and Community Services will begin the NFL flag football Township High School football players are usually pro- com or call Jason at 201 -873-3349 -s ,sca.son on Saturday, April 17, 8-10 a.m. in Community Park vided as the refs. The program is sponsored by the NFL to Sky Blue FC will celebrate its 2009 championship at its in North Brtinswick, Route 130. get children loosely involved in football. April i I home opener when it hosts the Chicago Red Stars at NFL flag is two hours a week of non-contact football April 17 will be program's picture day. Everyone in the Yurcak Field on the campus of Rutgers University , Piscataway. for the spring season. The club has approximately 250 chil- entire program will gather together for a group photo. The current schedule has 24 matches, four more than last year. dren, 20 to 30 teams, with participants from North For more information, call Nicole Cecchini at 732-213- For a limited time. Sky Blue FC is offering an exclusive sea- Brunswick as well as New Brunswick, South Brunswick, 6389. son ticket package that gives fans the full slate of 12 home matches for die cost of 10 games. Details; 888-SBFC-TIX. + 48 SENTINEL NS SAVE LOCALLY WITH ONLINE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmtiews.com March 25, 2010 Wonderms what your home IS worth in todays Real Estate market? www.BetterHomesValue.com 800-206-4360 fiiSBETTER HOMES REALTY Gloria Zastko, Realtors chosen to market timeless Tudor in North Brunswick ndrew Zastko, co-owner of Gloria Neck area. This home e.xhibits excellent Zastko, Realtors, has been chosen craftsmanship and distinctive touches, Ato market a Tudor Colonial boast- such as stained glass, car\'ed woodwork- ing four large bedrooms, two full and two ing and w ainscoting. Because of the ex- half-baths, situated on a 1/2 acre wtxxled pense in building a Tudor home, few arc lot in the Colonial Gardens area. The prop- built today. eny overlooks a scenic brook, has an im- The curb appeal of this handsome home pressive circular driveway and a fully says it all. From the circular drive one en- finished basement. ters through a magnificent front door; the Tudor homes are timeless and foyer is huge, with a guest bath, guest clos- are based on the architecture of England at ets and a handsome stairca.se leading to the ihe end of medieval times. The style second floor. On the first level one is im- evolved during thelSth century. This cus- pressed with the front to back living room, tom-built, one-of a-kind home, approxi- the formal dining room, the spacious eat-in mating 3,300 .square feet, was built in the kitchen with a double fireplace opening to early 1980s by a very renowned builder, the family room. The living level has a full Rayway. Noted for his quality craftsman- laundry room with pantry. Off the ship and custom design^ homes. Rayway kitchen is a large deck overlooking the built a few homes in North Brunswick, but brook. many in the East Brunswick and Colts The second floor boasts a huge master bedroom, master bath and three additional Routes 1 and 130 with easy accessibility bedrooms.and a family bath. to exits 8A and 9 of the NJ Turnpike. House The basement is complete with another Shopping, golf and theater are minutes fireplace, for a total of three fireplaces. away in downtown Princeton and New There is also a powder ro Michael J. Matthews Ofir Hillel Owner/Sales Associate Broker/Owner JotfySlegel SafiiaBnrMrt SOUTM BRUNSWICK $549,990 $509,900 This larM home s set back off the road m Magnificena t Model* 2 stones . B«auti1ul Expanded SpM locaM ' dwiM tMautifuIty landscaped park bke settmg.Tvro Conlractor biHed tt for htmse«" w. hrdwd fljinbltng KAs wtth a 15X20 2 ilory add H TncyRMlKki ValarieWMt SOUTH BRUNSWICK $499,999 EAST BRUNSWICK $484,900 SPOTSWOOD EAST BRUNSWICK $405,000 $389,000 sms*tsoaa» SmeAstoemr Take a look at this cuetom biMt fabukmiOfsa t 4 Bedroom, 2 5 bath SWe HaJI CoionaBeautifuJ l updated and expanded Clover Come see this colonial m desire CokMutFantasti c upgraded 3 bedroom 2 baiti spM home sittinp on over 3 acres wtt^ a lake view JesiwBvdalM JinShtpin .'iMR NORTH BRUNSWICK $369,000 MONROE $324,900 NORTH BRUNSWICK $297,001 NORTH BRUNSWICK $259,900 NORTH BRUNSWICK $249,900 Decoraort deiighl-maonihcent cuetom mode< U'eet .1 bedroom 7 Finally a spacious Oxford model located nBeautifu l bright 2 bed, 2 5 bath end-unit Luxurious Saxony model m desiieabie i>ke home' fkn gourmet EIK w/ gramii bMemem & galen o n large, prrvate Kri Renaissance Features intiude 3 bedrooms, townhome for sale m Governor's Pointe flena«ance fkime features 2 large bedrooms Lalla ShelMti Dayld Burke counters, 42' cabinets & imported lUhan titeNewt - central air i furnace, and haidwood 2.5 baths with tvw floors of living space Updated kitchen w/recessed lights, updated wTth Mik m closets. 2.5 baths, gounrtet EIK. DnaytraMil BraaeStke/mteaKt professional pamt throughout, custom ttoois •-•'^d^lr Beautiful woodburrang great location - walk to shopping, banks &bath , hardwood floors throughout, new carpelInftn g room, dining room i balcony Gr«at molding, bfigtit and airy wtth many window*firtpiac e m lamiroo m and large rooms services Fantastic access to all major Oft stairs New hwh, bay windows, fireplace, location, close to shopping, hwys i public SIM throughout, cuetom tiled bath, full finishedOrea l ..yar .d . lot^ 'acy 4 entertaining Take highways! wood blinds and all appliances are included trartsportation A must see'' basement w/shower, fenced in yard Must seaadvantag e of this home before 4/30 for Ux Great layout and plenty of space Front porch tor to believe' credit Call today' for entertawK^! p 1 i. ' MaaherMaillr MtftmottdAbMldt :ttS w SHatAstaaMt ISS^l HanUltiR SylwstaLilkn MONROE $249,000 NEW BRUNSWICK $225,000 SOUTH BRUNSWICK $219,999 SPOTSWOOD $209,500 SOUTH BRUNSWICK $199,900 Spec>ous ranch located on \.9 acre* of quiteFabulou s old world cokmial in a great locauon prrvaie land features 3 bedrooms, large kvingm the heart of town 4 bedrooms 3 i bathsMov e nght into this wondertui 2 br, 2 fb Gorgeous condo otters 2 bedro. - 2 Build your dream home today! Res^-'tiit room furmal d^ing room and eat in kitchenue t perfect for a growing family Needs a irttiecond o with a spacious design. Home featurebathss , private bakxmy, laundry roor::' Gie«buildin g Lot m a Great Locahon on Deem ite'dwood floois. full basement Great homeli e 10 make it youi own. PaitMlty fin«h*d eat in kitchen with new counters, oak location - walk to stores. resU' —& NY Lane m the Monmouth Junction tor enteftaimng'amust see! basement has tu« bath and laundry tacHty 2 cabinets, new dishwasher, new stove, new bus • minutes to NY tram stationi Approximately 3/4 acre. CaN office to see car detached garag* and full athc tot extra washer & dryer Master br with walk in ckisel survey storage WhatirtMi' & master bath, newer carpets, new light P»miaP0i1muttBr Roger Souaid fitlures, new sinks & faucets. Do not miss Ryan CKHstla Oana Spiiiiilo this opporrtunlty!!! MlStmi^mxmr SliMAilMliMl li • , „• a Jacalyn tkvtnan tIMtHoo d Mary-Jo Milan John Sacktlg BroKefMm f) 2 fnebiM C to C/1 rn z H Sudhir Bedt Z Janet Canon Abigill Boayue m a»M Sltfw AsgOM* r TIT. ^ 863 Georges Rd., Monmouth Junction 50 SENTINEL NS SAVE LOCALLY WITH ONLINE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.com March 25, 2010 ® Real Estate WeicherMortgages Closing Servicets Insurance FRANKLIN TWP. $825,000 NORTH BRUNSWICK $329,000 OLD BRIDGE TWP. $339,000 NYC buses. It has been recently painted and has new crown molding installed. HW floors Custom buiktef offering 3500 sq. ft. colonial on BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Visit; This is a new development in an upscale com- have been recently refinished. The entire 2nd 2.3 acres, 4 t>edrooms, 3 Isattis, 3-car garage. www.3WoodAcresDrive.com Townhouse, 3 bed- munity home. This 1599 sq. ft. luxurious unit floor has brand new upgraded Berber carpet Many luxury standard features. Convenient rooms, 2.5 baths, updated kitchen, light and which features HW floors, granite counter tops, installed. The basement is finished. location. neutral interior, HW floors on 1 st and 2nd floors. walk-in closet in all 3 BR, MBR has 2. Large 732-525-1550 (164016079) 732-297-0200 (043009934) Offered at $329,000. Visit: FR, balcony off LR, swim in the pool or a game www.DonnaWarters.com at the tennis court. 732-247-7800 (010017245) 732-525-1550 (164010237) SAYREVILLE BORO $240,000 HIGHTSTOWN $275,000 Original owner end unit, bring your paint brush. Cape Cod, 3 tsedrooms, 1.5 tjaths, 2-car garage Some updates needed to this lightly used town- located on 1/4 acre witfi fenced in yard. 2 bedroom, 2 full bath townhouse. Just unpack home. Home offers a private retreat back yard Updates include newer kitctien cabinets, cul- and settle in! Pride of ownership shows in this with maintenance free deck & great landscap- tured martjie sink in bathroom. 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The FR, DR and kitchen have brand new laminate flooring. Recess lights, MBR has 2 732-297-0200 (043001166) walk-in closets. The 2nd bedroom also has an OLD BRIDGE $292,500 oversize closet. Come and see this one you will MONROE $279,000 SOUTH BRUNSWICK $849,900 Great home, great price! This home has 3 bed- not be disappointed. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 2 story w/ceramic Unique, custom built Colonial with 14 rooms. 5 rooms, 1.5 baths, updated kitchen w/sliding 732-525-1550 (164016076) tile entry leads to spacious rooms w/neutral BRs, 5.5 baths, 3-car garage and wrap-around glass doors that lead to backyard w/patio & decor & tovety carpeting. Kitctien w/separate porch. Features include hardwood floors DR area and FR overlooks spacious deck. Loft heated inground pool. Great location for com- SAYREVILLE $385,000 throughout, huge gourmet kitchen and much muter. Close to buses & major highways, has large BR, full bath & lots of storage. Move right into this well maintained end unit, morel 732-525-1550 (164010337) 732-247-7800 (010016981) wifh 2 car long driveway. Extremely close to 732-297-0200 (043001093) STEPHANIE BRODIE JOSEPH MARASCIO Sales Associate Sales Associate • i ir m Somerset $259,900 South Brunswick $499,999 South BrunswicK $499,900 East Brunswick $274,888 South Amboy City $299,000 Kinmberry Acres end unit towntxxise ofleTB Unique ranch on almost 2 acres. Features 3 True extended family home with 5 BRs, 3 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - Remodeled BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 2-year young TH 2 E^. 2.5BA. loft, rmtshed basement & 1 BRs. 3.5 baths, 4-car garage plus in-law fuH BA in Brunswid^ Acres Doutjie grand Townhouse, kitchen has custom catxnets, SS waittr^ (or you to move in! Kitchen w/mapto car garage. ExceHent condition and pnced staircase, country kitchen with access to appliances, recessed lights, huge LR/DR & suite with kitchen, BR and great room. cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances, to sell HW floofS in dining room & toft, large deck. Lower level has kitchen , bed- Den/FL room w/laminate firs. 3 showroom ceramic tile. HW floors & crown molding on Ist Ctose to NYC transportation. (043001185) Pergo in kitchen & povider room. Newer room, wet bar & doors to patto and deck. baths, updated windows, new front dr. 6 panel level, plush carpets upstairs! Steps from shops kik^ian cabinets and carpet. (043001184) Many upgrades. (043001137) doors and new carpet. (010017237/ and tram (010017235) South BnjttsMi/BanliSn Office (732)297-0200 South Bnmswidi/FranMIn Office (7%)297-0200 South Bnmswick/Franldln Office (732)297-0200 East Brunswick Office (732) 247-7800 East Brunswick Office (732) 247-7800 FREDDIE LEE MOORER JUUANNE M. SICILIANO JULIANE M. SICIUANO Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate South River $289,000 Trenton $149,000 East Brunswick $439,000 Old Bridge $329,900 Sayreville $635,000 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY VisH; BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - Multi-family This home vras completely renovated 10 years Lovely 3 bedroom, 1 baths. BrarKl new eat-in Move right into this very upgraded full brick Cokxiial. HW floors, decorative columns, moki- www 58ColiaxStreet.com Cape Cod, 4 bed- located in Villa Park. Ck>8e to shopping and go. Enjoy the spactous rooms. HW fkxjrs thnj- kKchen. half bath, heating and A/C Beautiful out the entire upstairs. Living offers large Bay ings, 9ft ceilings. 42* oak cabinets, granite room, 1.5 baths, upgraded kitchen w/newef transportation. HW floors, some newer win- window, woodburning stove, the Dining room is HW (loorlng. Living room with Cathedral ceiling. counter top. center island are all in this homo counters. HW floors, replaced windows, glass dows, dean and ready to go. Being sold AS IS. open and great lor entertaining. Oversize Full Basement. Great yard with deck. MUST Full finisf^ basement w/laminate ftooring. full endosed porch. Offered at $289,000 VisH: Buyer handles all C/O inspections. kitchen with oak cabinets looks out to the large SEE! Will not dissappointi (164016075) bath, recessed lighting, master suite has large wvm» DonnaWfarters com (010017231) (010017225) yard with hot tub. (164016078) room w/2 Wl ctosets. (164016077) East Brunswick Office (732) 247-7800 East Brunswick Office (732)247-7800 OW Bridge Office (732)525-1550 Okj Bridge Office (732)525-1550 Old Bridge Office (732)525-1550 merica Keep searching on weichert .com one click countless homes Weichert, Realtors March 25. 2010 SAVK LfX'AI.LY WITH f)NI,INK COl 'WNS • VISIT www.gmtiews.com NS SENTINEL 51 ^Miatut^ t9 'Tfeana, eiA 1f(M>t Yes You Can INDIPINDINfl fRUSfli)! POWIRPULI In 2010 .^zastko^ W 2 0 NEW lOWNHOAff z CONSTRUCTION MANIA Why are you renting? WNtTN BRUNSWICK Sussex, 2 BRs,; $207,900 ^Our People Make The Difference' spacious EIK MLS 18487 VI SusMx.2BRs.2b8lt» $21S.gi» GINGER BOYLE naw wood floors MLS»I2«« > 80UTM BRUNSWICK CajTit)ri<)ge,3BRs. tzns» Broker-A ssociate THE ESTATES • DUNHAM'S FAMI Relocation Coordinator fttamng mid SSOO.OOOs 2.5baltis MLS H2«1 Gotng Fajt* 2-3 acr» lott. OUR NEWEST LISTINGS Seism, 3 BRs. 2.5 taths $319,000 ext. 24 MLS Gm. ULS110622 Kensington 3 BRs, $384,900 o 2.5 baSs. gar, bsmt MLS #7942 2BRs,2.5bett» $248,800 Floridann MLSi9004 Wkiuy O upscale. 3 BRS $329,000 JOHN J. MCDONALD KAREN MARRA gar. tuO bemt MLS t11< Rraltnr* AssncutU Rraitnr' Ksu-cuUf SOUTH SnUNSWICK 3BR,2.5beltts.futbsiTlt $369,900 > STARTING AT S299.990 ger, many upgrades MLS«l10ee Ow 55 gated community, dubhouw SOUTH BRUNSWICK $1,270,000 NORTH BRUNSWICK $529,000 pool. MLS >4440 Exquisite detail, executive Prestigious Colonial Gardens, 2 BRs. 2.5 liattK S247j(ni estate on 2.54 acre cul-de- 5 BRs, 2.5 baths, inground freshly pamted MLS <8608 sac, media room, sunroom & pool overlooking woodlands. 2BRs,2baths $199,000 so much more. MLS #12504 penthouse, deck «« #11780 MLS #12314 3BRs,a5bams $285,000 Florida nn MLS <6001 MARK J. SCHMIDT WILLIAM CALDWELL Realtor* Aisocuiie uReaUe>r* Associau 3BRs,2.5lJett^ $262,900 ext. 37 ext. 47 MLS <11547 m CAST BRUNSWICK m CHARTER OAK • 2BR mobile home $66,900 PARRtNGTON LAKE Imaculate MLS #90724 to rooms. 1 \ 1 BRcondo $154,500 2nd door MLS 16355 FIRST-TIME NORTH BRUNSWICK $499,000 NORTH BRUNSWICK $479,000 3BRs.2.5l)aths $289,000 JUDITH DREDGE SONYA PANSON SK.tKl«yrm Reaiu>r* Assnfiate Reaitor* Associate V«)MEBUYERS Custom Tudor on a half acre Renaissance, 4 BR, 2.5 bath MLS <9632 w Homw snoNswicK <2M.m OXMg 3 (pouOM 4) noiIM xSI 2BR5 $64.00(1 RUTH VERA COOPER FORD pIMf Ct UXMIM i«s> mm iasMjfpeirSed liLS(3S3 Reaitar* Astoi tatf Ulorian, bairi. t»a«ni«nt «nd mora. 2Blte,2ba«is ULSaiien and unit MLS 2BRa.2be»it $468,000 S" MLS (1604 •KTUCHEN NORTH BRUNSWICK $389,000 NORTH BRUNSWK;K $329,000 PHILIP CANTOR ROBERT PARILLO Owners have spared no 3 BRS, 2-car gar, bsmt, great I BRcondo. mil 10 NYC $168;^ Brokrr Assocmtr ReaOof* A ^ location. A lot of home for the and steps M.S<114^ exL 45 oL S2 MICHAEL BROWN OENISE SUOANO expense! 3 BRs 2.5 baths, fin. firaJiiH* ASUH uite Reattnr* At mm tme bsmt, newer baths and EIK, money. MLS #9967 ftl /A NEWBAUNSWICK t3*SJX» Ctwnwig a BR ccontai BmMfntn. h/w floors. iBRcondo Ftortdi loom. 2-csr gno* CtoM «> iMklostioppng MLS»12S16 MLS #12539 VI MARIO GIANVITO RICHARD MARCHESI HraJtor* AM New residents enjoy a smooth move when See our decorated models today! relocating to The Pointe at Turnbury SPECIAL INCENTIVE PRICING FROM illennium Homes has recently un- sionally printed "We have moved" cards, veiled a program de.signed to help one-time stocking of your refrigerator, a Mnew residents seamlessly transi- professional cleaning service twice a month $289,990! tion into their home at The Pointe at Tum- for three months, use of an interior de- bui7, the impressive new community for signer, six takeout dinners each for two active adults located in the Middlesex people and a case of wine and two profes- County Township of Monmouth Junction. sional .servers for your Open House cocktail For a limited time, owners can select party for friend and family. from a menu of three unique packages: Set- New homeowners will be settling into ting pie Stage, Get to the Pointe and Wel- one of five expansive tloorplans that range come Home, which include an array of between 1,844 and 2,508 square feet and products and services that will help them include a lavish first-lloor master suite. prepare their existing home for the market, Each well-appointed townhome residence relocate to their new residence or adapt to offers two or three bedrcxims, two and a their surroundings, according the Liv- half to three baths and an array of standard ingstonrbased developer. high-end apixiintments including gourmet "We introduced this relocation program kitchens, finished loft spaces and conven- to help alleviate some of the stress that can ient two-car garages. Full basements and be associated with moving," says Lisa dens are available based on l(x;ation. WELCOME TO THE BETTER SIDE OF 55... Macchi, executive vice president of Sales Homes are priced from $299,990. UNPAR.ALLFXED AGE EXCLUSIVTS LmNG IN A REMARKABLY and Marlceting at Millennium Homes. The Pointe at Tumbury's impressive CONVENIENT AND ABUNDANT LOCATION JUST S MILES FROM THE "Now, owners can leave the most taxing 7,500-square-f(x)t clubhouse facility is DINING, SHOPPING AND CULTUR.AL OFFERINGS OF PRINCETON. paft of their move to us while they meet home to a grand salon and entertaining Lax'isb on the inside their neighbors and start to enjoy the resort- kitchen, sunroom, billiards room, game and • Ltw-m«iiJtcnanct townhomes showcasing open ik>or phius inspired lifestyle offered at The Pointe at card nH)m, siatCH)f-the-art fitness center, • 1.844 to 2J42 sq. ft. of living space Turnbury." outdoor heated pool, spa, putting green and ' 3 bedrooms with lirst-level master suites, 2.5-3 baths The Setting the Stage package is ideal bocce court. • Spacious, well-appointed kitchens, finished lofts and 2-car garages for new owners kxjking to make their exist- "Considered the hub ol the commu- Lively on the oiitside ing residence irresistible to perspective pur- nity's .social lifestyle, the clubhouse fea- • 7,S00-»q.-ft. clubhouse chasers. This package includes access to a tures a full calendiu- of events," notes • State-of-the-ait fitness ccnter home staging service, trash removal, two Macchi. 'These activities vary according to • Grarid Chib Salon, game room. Hbrarv and compurer center full days' use of a repairman and a visit residents' interests and include a wide range • Outdoor amenities including a heated pool, wading pool and Jacuzzi from a professional tag sale consultant. of presentations, weekly fitness instruction • Bocce court and putting green Those looking to ease the stress of relo- such as yoga and Fit 'N' Trim classes and cating will certainly benefit from the Get to sea.sonal parties." the Pointe package which offers resident.s Residents also benefit from an extensive the choice between two preferred moving offsite s(x;ial calendar, which reflects nu- companies, provides boxes, packing materi- merous recreational and cultural events tak- AT TCRV8URY- als and includes packing and unpacking ing place in Princcton and the surrounding services, 9() days use of a climate-con- area. trolled storage unit, and a personal moving For additional information on The See it! Oivn it! Live it! coordinator to assist with transfer/setup of Pointe at Turnbury, call 609-799-(H59 or Great new homesiics are availablel Call 609.799.0459 utilities. visit www.millenniumhomes.com. The or visit iiiillcnntunihonies.com for details. Nestling in is made easy with the Wel- community's Information Center is open come Home package which offers profes- daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. J08 SCHALKS CROSSING ROAD, MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 08852 • Real Estate Briefs From Ncathem NJ: NJ Tnpk. to Exit 9 and follow the «gm for M Rtc. 1 S. FoOow Rte. 1 S for 12 mUes-Talic the jug-handle for MHUHWUMHOMB^ throughout January. The Ferraro Team can Ridge Kd At the firet light turn right onto SchaJks Crossing Rd. A WMitr OF tmwas Prudential New Jersey Properties honors be contacted at http://www.prudcntialnew- You win see the entrance on the ri^t. Go through gatehouse D»ve!op«r/Bu3c)or. PPSO- the Sayreville office's Ferraro Team as the and foRow the ^m Co the Sales Center and model homes. 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SBR0044 732-2!>4-3750 Anne Kofskv Suk Chiu-Ng Joanne Hess 732-297-7171 Sales Associdlc liriikei/Sales Associate S(tles AsstK'iate ANETA TREYSTER South Brunswick Office STEVEN YOUNG Sales Associate Sales Associate EAST BRUNSWICK $599,900 FRANKLIN TWP. $424,500 Immac., beautlf. maint. 4BR col. w. hdwd., Brick front 4BR, 2.5BA colonial w/fenceD-in ceramic firs thr'out. Stainl. appll., gas FP, Sabrina Kober Richard P. Guerra Lisa Mazzetta yard & patio, EIK, stainless steel appls. Two brick patio, fin. bsmt. EBR 9472 Stiles Associate Sales AssiH'iale Stiles Ass(H'iale story FR w/FP, 2GAR. 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Expect fuel economy as thrifty as 36 mpg around town and 38 mpg on the highway and a sticker price starting around $22,(XK) when it goes on sale this summer. — Jim Gorzelany, Content That Works Saturn service Q Wouldn't you know it. We • bought our first-ever new car • nine months ago: a Saturn. Now that GM is discontinuing that di- NEW 2010 S80 NEW 2010 »C70 vision, we'll have no place to turn if we have prgblems or work to be done under with warranty. What do we do? Sharon Peters GM says it will provide Saturn UPTO A 0% APR FINANCING 72 MONTHS • owners with serv ice and attention • at GM dealerships. Skeptics voice Well, sir, tractors are beyond my concern. However, I remain optimistic that GM dealers will do whatever they can to A VOLVO OF EDISON • ken. But I called a guy my please any consumer who ct)mcs thR)ugh 51^ South of Merto Park Mai the dtxir. 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It through in the event anything goes awry. will flow a little faster that the others volvocowimry.com' I have a question I hope you can when it's really cold outside (which isn't a terrible thing) but once it heats up the two "^iiMllHlMiiiliiimijilJ+iiAIXfllKKn Q are almost twin-like in their performance. MiosiiesniiiTAQRaifioiffliiMSMmgiii^^^ • answer. I have a 1974 Ford tractor. © CTW Features fiiwmiffFwiiiiMMiwssKiiiiMUFiimiiiim • The owner's manual says to E-mail Sharon Peters at u.se SAE 5W-20, lOW-30, sha nm @ ctwfeatures. com. SAE5W, SAE low, SAE20, or SAE30 oil buit woult it doed bse no okt mentioto use n5W-30 5W-30? . Do you think SS SFNTINEL NS SAVE LCX'ALLY WITH ONLINE COUPONS • VISIT www.gmnews.com March 25, 2010 WWW. McDonaghAuio SAVE'10 200 OFFMSRP! Slk mM6. m tmm. m HEMI, m. a/c, n/sm/wlnils/lla/mrs. cd, ailbdas. ram DUTY alum wills, log liglils, aiafin/sec sys, MSRP: $38,100. 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