Benson Place, S. Chestnut Bump out to Be Removed

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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, November 20, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 11-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS Benson Place, S. Chestnut Bump Out to Be Removed

By LAUREN S. PASS Mr. Tunis’ wife, Donna Grozuczak, Fourth Ward Democrat Coun- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader said she “cannot believe he (Mr. cilman Lawrence Goldman voiced Residents in the area of Benson Marsh) can say the position is safer.” “skepticism that (the council is) Place and South Chestnut Street South Chestnut resident Richard throwing money at a problem just were out in force at Wednesday’s Cross said that the bump out was an to make things worse.” He said regular meeting of the Westfield “intelligent solution to a non-exis- that the council should “call a halt Town Council to voice complaints tent problem.” to this project right now,” and regarding the 21-foot bump out Many of the residents who spoke “spend money wisely.” constructed at the intersection of out cited visibility problems at the He stated that more roads could Benson and South Chestnut. have been paved with the $245,000 This April, traffic consultants being spent on the project. Wilbur Smith Associates (WSA) pre- “The bump out has to go. Mayor Gregory McDermott said sented recommendations to the coun- The operation was a success, that the council has a “responsibil- cil for traffic calming measures in but the patient died.” ity to the rest of the town” and questioned if the council was “on the ShopRite grid, which included Harold Star, Benson Place resident making the intersection of Benson notice that this is a dangerous inter- Place and South Chestnut Street a T. section.” The Town Engineering depart- newly changed intersection. Town Attorney Robert Cockren ment drew up the plans and specs, St. Marks Avenue resident David stated that it was his opinion that the which were then reviewed by WSA, Owens said that there should have council is not “on notice” that the but not by Bob Jurasin who was on been a meeting with the residents after intersection is “dangerous.” Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader hand Wednesday night. the actual plans were drawn up. Ultimately, the governing body HIGH WINDS…Severe winds hit the area on November 13, knocking down trees all over Westfield. The tree, pictured Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh Benson Place residents Barbara decided that the intersection would above, fell down on Glen Avenue, tearing up the sidewalk and a resident’s driveway. stated that the two affected drive- and Harold Star, whose properties be put back the way it was, and the ways now “have better sight.” He are also affected, said that the new rest of the traffic calming project said that the driveways could be bump out is dangerous. would move forward. flared wider to give the “The bump out has to go,” said Mr. In other business, Orenda Circle Wolfgang Puck Express Restaurant homeowners more room to ma- Star, adding that this was a case residents addressed the council re- neuver. He also said that the bump where “the operation was a success, garding drainage issues. Residents out could be tapered down, but he but the patient died.” are experiencing flooding problems Testimony to Continue on Nov. 24 wanted to be “careful not to change Several Arlington Street residents during heavy rain storms which they the nature of the improvement.” cited increased traffic on their street say are caused by pipes which were By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL options” for the space before voting chise owner of Wendy’s Restaurants. Eric Tunis, whose home was af- since the construction of the bump out. installed in the Mountainside road- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader on the application. Mr. Magnes testified last month fected by the bump out, stated that On the dais, discussion took place way up the hill from their properties. Testimony continued last Monday Mr. Berlandt explained last month that the Wolfgang Puck Express res- it is now unsafe to pull out of his with Second Ward Republican Mat- Peter Athenson spoke of flood- evening concerning the proposal to that plans submitted included a pro- taurants were relatively new and that driveway. He added that he was not thew Albano, who stated that it was ing problems from water cascad- turn the vacant bank at One Elm posal to take the existing parking lot of within the last few months there were notified about the project until the “not too late” and that the council ing down the hill behind his home, the building and put in a patio with a four opening in Nashville, Tenn., Street into a Wolfgang Puck Express night before construction began. should have the bump out removed. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Restaurant. gazebo and trees, shrubs and potted CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Because of the late hour and addi- plants. He stated that this would “dress tional testimony needed, a decision up an ugly parking lot.” This, he testi- by the Westfield Planning Board re- fied, would be a public place for people garding the approval or disapproval to sit and relax during their time in the Board of Education Unanimously Passes of the new proposed restaurant has downtown area of Westfield. been postponed until Monday, No- Mr. Berlandt also testified last vember 24 at 8 p.m. month that according to his records, The applicants, Limited Liability the building has been in operation as First Westfield High School Parking Policy Company (LLC), are requesting to a bank as early as the 1900s and convert the building to a Wolfgang banks that have occupied the space By ED COONEY students will be allowed to park on, as The next step in the process, ac- Foley, also dealt with enrollment at Puck Express Restaurant on the first include the National State Bank of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader determined by the township, include cording to Board of Education Presi- the intermediate level and highlighted floor with commercial offices on the Elizabeth, Corestates Bank and First The Westfield Board of Education Dorian Road, Rahway Avenue, Dorian dent Arlene Gardner, will be to “no- the marked discrepancy in enrollment second floor. The first meeting re- Union Bank. He added that when he unanimously ratified the first Pupil Court, Dorian Place, Trinity Place, tify (WHS Principal) Dr. (Robert) between Edison and Roosevelt Inter- garding the appeal occurred on Sep- bought the building it had been va- Parking Policy in the school district’s Codding Road, and Shackamaxon Petix, notify the town council, and mediate Schools. This year, Roosevelt tember 15. cant for three or four years. history at their Tuesday meeting. Drive. Parking will not be available post our policy online.” School houses 83 students more than Testimony was heard on Monday On Monday evening, he noted that Finding ample parking for on all areas of the listed roads, and The board’s policy is meant to Edison Intermediate School. evening from Douglas Coleman, ar- one of the reasons that it has been Westfield High School (WHS) stu- some of those roads will be subject to work in concert with any ordinances The problem will peak in the 2005- chitect for the project. He testified vacant for so long is that it has been dents with driver’s licenses has be- alternate side of the street parking. passed by the Westfield Town Coun- 2006 school year, when Roosevelt that there were some changes made labeled as “outdated” by many pro- come a problem of increasing mag- Eligible students and their parents cil in regard to handing out permits will house a projected 770 students to the design plans of the project spective bank operators because of nitude in Westfield for the last few will have to sign a Senior Parking and enforcing parking laws. to Edison’s 634. since the last meeting. the lack of drive-thru windows. years. With the new policy, the board Contract outlining their respective re- The board also discussed the pro- Dr. Foley was quick to note that the Mr. Coleman also noted that, un- Also testifying at the Monday hopes to accommodate the students sponsibilities. The contract refers to jected increase in enrollment at the district does not lack the facilities to like the original plans that were sub- evening hearing was Leon Magnes, without inconveniencing Westfield the Senior Parking Privilege Code of elementary level over the next seven house all its intermediate level students. mitted, the new design has no en- who is and will be opening a number of residents any more than is necessary. Conduct, which, among other things, years. This year’s enrollment is 2,707, “The real problem for us is distri- trance on North Avenue, has an en- Wolfgang Puck Express franchise The plan calls for seniors living demands that students granted the up from 2,656 last year. The number bution,” he said. closed trash container, a second stair- chains in the New York and New Jersey outside of a zone determined by the privilege, “leave school only during of pupils is expected to peak in the Dr. Foley’s presentation was meant case added for the second floor of- area, including the proposed Westfield board to receive parking permits that assigned lunch periods,” and demon- 2006-2007 school year, when there only to lay the facts bare. Solutions fices and the posting of only two location and the newly opened will allow them to park on specific strate both “neighborly conduct and will be approximately 2,811 pupils will be discussed at later meetings, signs, one at each door. Hoboken location. He is also a fran- streets near the school. The streets good citizenship.” enrolled at the elementary level in and could involve adding onto the In addition, Mr. Coleman said that the Westfield school district. schools, acquiring temporary class- the restaurant would now have a Superintendent of Schools Dr. Wil- rooms, or redistricting, an option lower occupancy level because the Coalition to Stop the Train Members liam Foley attributes the projected in- that Ms. Gardner would like to avoid. second staircase would reduce the crease to “the changing demographics “It really has to be worth doing,” square footage of the building. This, of Westfield.” He cited a growing trend she said. he added, would lower the allowable of elderly citizens moving away and The board approved the 2004-2005 maximum occupancy. Protest Railroad Ties Used in Project young couples moving to Westfield. school calendar on first reading. Mitchell Berlandt, managing mem- “There does seem to be a pattern,” Board members will have one month ber of the LLC and co-owner of the By MATT MARINO ties being used by M&E to refurbish skin blistering, respiratory irritation, he said, “of young families having to consider any changes they would building since April of 2001, also Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the railroad. Arlene Murphy, a mem- and even skin cancer. lots of children.” like to see made, and the final calen- The two-hour executive session of ber of the coalition, stated that the The CDC’s website notes that the testified on behalf of the project. He The presentation, given by Dr. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 stated that he is currently in negotia- the November 13 Union County substance creosote has been used on International Agency for Research tions with the PNC Bank on Prospect Board of Chosen Freeholder meet- the railroad ties. on Cancer (IARC) “has determined Street to buy the building, lease the ing pushed the meeting’s conclusion Creosote is a mixture of many that coal tar creosote is a probable first floor only back to the bank and well past 11 p.m. different chemicals, and it comes in human carcinogen.” use the parking for the proposed res- Discussion of the impending rail- two varieties – wood creosote, and In referring to her notes, Ms. taurant on evenings and weekends. road reactivation soon surfaced, as coal tar creosote, the type used in Murphy also mentioned that the New He stated that this would also give members of the Coalition to Stop the preserving the railroad ties. York State Senate and Assembly “in- him access to the parking lot on Train voiced some new concerns. This According to the Center for Dis- troduced bills banning production Broad Street across from PNC. This, time, protestors focused on the rail- ease Control (CDC), coal tar creo- and use of creosote.” he concluded, would give the restau- road ties being used to rehabilitate the sote is the most commonly used pre- Ms. Murphy and her colleagues rant 44 available parking spaces dur- railroad. servative for wood in the United found it incredulous that M&E could ing the weekend and evening hours. County Manager George Devanney States today. However, long-term use the type of railroad tie when Board members stated that, while first presented his regular update as exposure to creosote can result in there are so many residents – par- they thought the possibility of hav- to the status of the Morristown & ticularly children – in close proxim- ing the additional parking during Erie (M&E) railroad reactivation. ity to the railroad. She felt that it was evenings and weekends was posi- He announced that Amsterdam Av- Developer Fined M&E’s duty to dispose of the old tive, their main concern was the lunch enue in Roselle might not require railroad ties as quickly as possible. crowd during weekdays. closing, as the county is considering The members of the coalition also an alternate plan for crossing recon- For Tree Removal Planning Board Chairman Jay By LAUREN S. PASS urged the freeholders to look into the Boyle asked Mr. Berlandt about the struction on that road. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader matter and ensure the safety of the possibility of redesigning the small The South Avenue crossing in citizens of Union County is preserved. Cranford is currently being reviewed Developer Villane Construction parking lot that is in the rear of the will likely be fined atleast $125 “I think (that) you, the bank, on Elm Street, for patron use in to determine the required amount of freeholders…should have the schools reconstruction. per tree for violating the tree pres- picking up “to go” orders. ervation ordinance. remind children to stay off the tracks Mr. Devanney added that the next Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Mr. Berlandt stated that he was Under their application to de- and not to touch the ties. Residents public forum is scheduled to be held should also be warned not to take the SET IN STONE…On Saturday the Westfield September 11th Memorial Park open to any suggestions the board may molish a home at 817 Grant Av- dedicated the second phase of its park to be known as “A Walk for Dads.” Adults have and that the original plan to put a in Summit at a time and place yet to discarded ties left on the side of the be determined. A third forum is be- enue, they had originally presented and children, representing the six small park in that area was in compli- a signed letter saying that no trees track (back to their homes for use),” Westfield public schools, cast their ance to the requests made by the Down- ing planned, possibly to be held in stated Ms. Murphy. footsteps into cement along the walk- Roselle, and more details will be would be removed. town Westfield Corporation (DWC). According to Town Administra- In additional business, the board way that leads from the NJ Transit Mr. Boyle added that, although he known at a later date. honored several employees of the platform down into the Memorial Park. Members of the Coalition to Stop tor James Gildea, the developer liked the idea that the DWC had for then approached the Tree Preser- Runnells Hospital Volunteer Guild Work is planned to improve this walk the park, he was concerned about the Train sought to inform the free- for their efforts. Each member was area, including new lighting, which holder board as to the type of railroad vation Commission to tear down will then be dedicated as the “Walk for patron safety and wanted to see “all trees, where they should have gone presented with a resolution. The Director of Special Services Dads.” Funding for this second phase through the Building Department. was made possible through a walkathon PAGE INDEX However, five trees were torn down Barbara McMahor said that some of held on September 21, 2002 called “The Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 10 Real Estate .... 17-18 before the commission could re- the residents at the hospital have Walk for Dads.” More than 600 school- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 11, 19 Classifieds...... 20 view the project. limited funds to purchase “things children from Westfield participated Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 12-16 A&E ...... 21-22 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 in the walkathon. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Wilson Pupils Bid Farewell To Beloved Neighbor, Friend WESTFIELD — Hundreds of sters in Mary Dura’s first grade Wilson Elementary School students class to read. and their teachers lined the street “Last year Mr. Koop worked four outside the school recently in a days a week in my class. One day surprise farewell for a favorite he walked all the way to Memorial neighbor, Neil Koop. Library to get a book about helping A longtime Westfield resident, Mr. children become better readers, so Koop, 93, has lived across from the he could better help me,” said Mrs. school on the corner of Winyah and Dura. “He was very attached to this Linden Avenues for over 50 years, neighborhood and the school and is but decided to move to Denver, Colo. such a nice man.” to live with his daughter, Karen. Mr. Koop and his daughter, Karen, “They packed up the moving truck also participated in the celebration on Monday, spent the night at the of Wilson School’s 68th anniversary Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader SCHOOL SPIRIT...Members of the Westfield Marching Band joined Westfield High School cheerleaders in rooting for the Blue Devils during last Saturday’s Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader playoff between Sayreville and Westfield. THE BUMP OUT IS OUT…The Westfield Town Council voted to remove the newly constructed 21-foot bump out at the intersection of Benson Place and South Chestnut Street after residents complained about safety issues. Wolfgang Puck to Continue Committee Wants More Testimony on November 24 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Atlanta, Ga. and Charlotte, N.C., and nizations. Business Input for SID Hoboken. Also present at the meeting was Ri- The last time Mr. Magnes testified, chard Schkolnick, Esquire of Hersh, By FRED ROSSI operations and the precise bound- the Hoboken store had not opened yet Ramsey and Berman, who was repre- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader aries of the district, although it’s therefore making his projections on senting a group of downtown Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS -- While the expected that the district will en- restaurants not in the Northeastern restaurant owners opposed to the pro- committee that is considering compass the Park Avenue-Front United States. posal citing parking issues. whether it would be beneficial to Street-East Second Street area, with Mr. Magnes stated that his actual Representatives from Vicki’s Diner, set up a Special Improvement Dis- a section of Route 22 possibly in- figures from Hoboken were slightly Ferraro’s Restaurant, Northside trict (SID) in downtown Scotch cluded. lower that his projections, but that the Trattoria, Mojave Grill, Sweet Waters take out portion was slightly higher. He Steak House, Cosimo’s, Theresa’s, Plains continues to meet weekly, Instead, the group, which meets FOND FAREWELL...Neil Koop says goodbye to Wilson Elementary School some of its members are urging a noted, however, that the restaurant was Jeffrey’s, The Elm Street Café and Lime under the guidance of Seth Principal Dr. Andrew Perry and first grade teacher Mary Dura after the only a month old. were included. fresh effort to get more business Grossman, a consultant with Coop- surprise farewell from the school. and property owners involved in Mr. Magnes added that he thought the Mr. Schkolnick stated that he had his erative Professional Services in take-out figures for Westfield would be own traffic expert to testify against the the discussions. Newark hired by the township, has Westfield Inn and on Tuesday morn- in October, sharing their knowledge lower, because Westfield was a more “fam- proposal, but due to the late hour his At the SID Steering Committee’s been focusing its efforts on how ing they set off for the ride to Colo- of the history of the school – Mr. ily-oriented” town and that many custom- testimony was scheduled for the Novem- eighth meeting this week, which best to work as a team in deciding rado,” explained Wilson Principal Koop as a parent and Karen as a ers would be shoppers that are already in ber 24 meeting, which begins at 8 p.m. was attended by eight individuals, whether a SID is the best way to Dr. Andrew Perry. “Unbeknownst student, who started at the school as the downtown area. He concluded that committee member Seymour Stein revitalize the central business dis- to Mr. Koop, his daughter detoured a first grader in 1952. there is no shopping in Hoboken. said that, “we need to have busi- trict, how to best work with the to swing by the house one more When he saw all of the children According to Mr. Magnes’ last testi- ness and property owners here,” local government and how to get time. Of course, there we were, 500 out in force to bid him farewell, mony, the restaurant has a Southern Parking Policy and said that the group’s activities more of the business community students and teachers and parents, Mr. Koop was initially speechless. California atmosphere and has a unique needed to be better publicized. lining Winyah Avenue, waving He later told the children he was setting terming it as a fast casual dining CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 involved in the preliminary deci- dar will be voted on at the Tuesday, He said that if downtown owners sion making. goodbye and cheering,” said Dr sad to be leaving Westfield and experience. “realize they’re facing a 7 percent Perry. that Wilson is a great school, of He compared the restaurant to Panera December 16 meeting. At this week’s meeting, several Board member Kimberly Rhodes to 9 percent assessment, they’ll members provided ideas for what Mr. Koop has been a familiar which he has many happy memo- Bread, where customers order their show up.” face for many generations of Wil- ries. food at the counter and the food comes cautioned against using February 15, they wanted a SID to accomplish, 2005 as an additional snow day. In The group said it was important including the recruitment of new son students and was regularly seen “Mr. Koop has felt blessed to live on china plates and patrons use flat- that business and property owners out and about walking his little dog in Westfield all of these years, and ware, but stated that the Wolfgang Puck the proposed calendar, that date is businesses, better parking, develop- the last day of a four-day weekend in realize that the group’s meetings, ment of the hedge property on Park Pippin or mowing his lawn. He was our send off will no doubt be a very food was “a bit higher quality.” which begin every Tuesday evening also a regular volunteer at Wilson, fond memory for a very nice man,” Mr. Magnes stated that after order- celebration of President’s Day. Avenue and making the downtown ing their food customers are given a Ms. Rhodes noted that in recent at 6 p.m., are open to everyone. more of a social center. A question where he helped teach the young- said Dr Perry. Future meetings will include pre- beeper and that the average price for an years, significant snowfall has con- was raised as to whether to was better order would range from $8 to $10. He tinued into March and early April, sentations from SID directors in to form a SID first and then figure out noted that he felt most customers would Cranford and Maplewood, two of and that February 15 might be too what it should do or vice-versa. be people shopping downtown and stop- early in the winter to be a useful date. the 70-odd towns in New Jersey People “won’t come unless ping for a bite to eat as opposed to those that utilize SIDs as a tool to im- The Westfield Association of Edu- there’s something to make them driving in specifically to eat at the cational Secretaries agreed to a new prove their downtown areas. come,” said committee member and restaurant. Several nearby communities, in- three-year contract with the Westfield former Mayor Irene Schmidt. According to Mr. Magnes, the res- Board of Education. The contract will cluding Westfield, Bound Brook, Mr. Grossman noted that no SID taurant would be operating seven days Cranford and Summit, have set up a week from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. last through June 30, 2006 and pro- in New Jersey has gone out of ex- vides pay increases of 3.9 percent SIDs. Union Township, for one, istence because “the business com- during the week and from 11 a.m. to 11 claims a vacancy rate of less than 5 p.m. on weekends and would employ a through each year of the contract. munity does not want to give up” In addition, the contract provides percent compared to 30 percent in the power they have as a result of total number of 40 people. He said that the days before it set up a SID. Red approximately eight to 10 people would computer program-based initiatives for the SID. With many business and the district’s secretaries. After demon- Bank saw its ratable base increase property owners not living in the GOODBYE, DEAR FRIEND…Hundreds of Wilson Elementary School be working at a given time, depending from $84.3 million in the early students bid farewell to their longtime neighbor 93-year-old Neil Koop, who on how many customers are using the strating proficiency in a specified pro- town in which they work and, as a gram, $50 will be added to the staff 1990s to $121 in 2000 while rents result, not having any real leverage will be moving to Denver, Colo. restaurant. in its downtown have doubled. He added that the restaurant man- member’s base salary. The number of or influence with local officials, a agement planned to make a Westfield programs that secretaries can be tested The Steering Committee has yet SID “helps remedy that,” he said. to focus on any real specifics in- WESTFIELD Heritage Room in the back of the build- on could provide an additional salary Business owners are so used to ing to be used by Westfield civic orga- increase of up to 4 percent. volving a SID, such as the level of not being part of their business assessments on downtown proper- district’s development process, he POLICE BLOTTER ties, the priorities and projects of a said, and a SID “corrects that im- Winter Musical Performances SID, who would be involved in its balance.” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 that someone entered his van, which • An employee of a health care facility was parked in his driveway, and stole reported the theft of her personal health $6,000 worth of power tools. insurance file, which contained personal Andrea. Lorincz, 28, of Highland Park Organized by WF Schools The Secret information, and which she was concerned was arrested on Central Avenue and WESTFIELD — The Fine Arts December 8: could be used in an identity theft crime. • charged with driving while intoxicated. Department of the Westfield Public Band & Chorus at Jefferson El- Rajitha Nicholson, 22, and Latisha She was released on her own recogni- Montague, 22, both of Newark, were Schools invites the public to attend ementary School, 1200 Boulevard zance. any of the 18 musical concerts sched- and Northside Strings at RIS; arrested at a North Avenue store. Each • was charged with shoplifting, credit card A Sunnywood Drive resident re- uled for this winter. December 9: Open House theft and fraudulent use of a credit card. ported that someone entered his motor More than 2,500 students in grades Wind Ensemble & Concert Band Montague was also charged with forg- vehicle while it was parked in his drive- kindergarten through high school will at Westfield High School (WHS); All Giftware ery and was additionally wanted on a way and stole his cellular telephone. be performing district-wide. December 10: contempt of court warrant for $605 out SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 All concerts are free and begin at Chamber Orchestra & Symphony of Elizabeth. Both Nicholson and • A Middlesex resident reported find- 20% OFF ing scratch marks made by an unknown 7:30 p.m. at the following schools: Orchestra at WHS; Montague were being held on $500 bail. December 1: December 11: WEDESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 object on the rear of his motor vehicle, Sat & Sun Only • Kelan Doyle, 21, of Westfield and which he had left parked on Boynton Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grade Sixth Grade Instrumental and Cho- John Harrington, 21, of Oakridge were Avenue while he attended a soccer game Band and Jazz at Roosevelt Interme- rus, EIS; Band at Franklin Elementary Denise diate School (RIS), 301 Clark Street; School, 700 Prospect Street; and Band Jackson arrested on charges of burglary, theft, on Sycamore Street. credit card theft and fraudulent use of a • An employee of a North Avenue December 3: & Chorus at Washington Elementary credit card, in connection with an Octo- restaurant reported that her pocketbook Sixth and Eighth Grade Chorus School, 900 St. Marks Avenue; ber 3 burglary and theft incident involv- was stolen from the establishment. and Orchestra at RIS; December 15: ...Giftshop ing a motor vehicle on Embree Crescent. • A West Grove Street resident re- December 4: Southside Strings, EIS and Chorus Doyle, who was arrested on Forest ported the theft of a mink coat from his Seventh and Eighth Grade Chorus at Franklin School; Avenue, was released on $2,500 bail. residence. at Edison Intermediate School (EIS), December 16: Harrington, taken into custody on Elm MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17 800 Rahway Avenue and 7th Grade Band & Chorus at Tamaques El- I don’t know how many times I’ve Street, was being held on $2,500 bail. • A burglary and theft was reported THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Chorus, Sharps & Flats, String En- ementary School, 641 Willow Grove heard...”Wow, what a beautiful shop, I didn’t • at an East Broad Street store in which semble at RIS; Road; John Schillizzi, 42, of Westfield was several video games and game systems arrested at Westfield police headquarters were taken. December 17: know it was here”...When most people think and charged with theft for allegedly ac- Wilson School Band & Chorus at Williams Nursery they think of our plants, cepting a down payment of $15,000 in RIS; May for work to be done on a Westfield Bump Out December 18: but hidden in the brick building to the front home that was never provided. He was Railroad CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Chorus at WHS; released on his own recognizance. and questioned if anyone has spoken January 8: of the parking lot (shh...there’s plenty of FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 with Mountainside officials. • A Forest Avenue resident reported that are considered luxuries possi- Seventh & Eighth Grade Instru- FREE parking) is our Gift Shop. Filled with Allen Solomon stated that the mental at EIS. that her pocketbook was stolen from her bly to them, but to you and I it would drainage problem is not a new issue. motor vehicle at a house of worship on be something we could go to the fantastic gifts including Yankee Candles, East Broad Street. store” and purchase. The Volunteer Suzanne Minken stated that when Time Work’s Clocks, tree trimmings and • Two dental drills, along with some Guild members ensure the residents it rains there is a “virtual mudslide.” Westminster College other drill parts, were stolen from an have all of the items they need. Mr. Cockren responded that the town lights, garden plaques and another 3712 office on South Euclid Avenue. The Ms. McMahor added that the Vol- is seeking to confirm if the pipes are on Welcomes Pidkameny total value of the missing items was unteer Guild “really (does) a won- municipal or private property and that WESTFIELD –Andrew items our Gift Shop is sure to delight. $3,720. derful job.” his firm is researching the town’s rights. Pidkameny, the son of Rita Loew • A burglary and theft was reported Verizon Communications also pre- He said everything would be confirmed of Westfield and Walter This Saturday and Sunday we are hosting at a residence on Sycamore Street, in sented the board with a monetary within several days. Pidkameny of Westfield, has en- our annual Open House where all giftware which jewelry and some cash was taken. donation to be used toward the up- First Ward Republican Council- rolled as a freshman at The front door had been forced open. coming Union County Volunteer Fair, man Sal Caruana told the residents Westminster Choir College of and Tree trimmings are 20% Off. (This sale No one was at home at the time. which will be held at the Jersey Gar- that the council is “appalled by the Rider University in Princeton. • William Praesel, 50, of Westfield dens Mall in Elizabeth on December condition” and that they are “trying During his first year of study at the does NOT include Christopher Radko and was arrested at Hazel Avenue and 5, from 2 to 8 p.m., and is sponsored to make a legal decision on who college, he will be a member of the Dj’s Postcard Paintings, or previous charged with driving while intoxicated. by the United Way of Greater Union created the problem.” Westminster Chapel Choir, which He was released on his own recogni- County. In other business, the council ap- will perform as part of “An Evening purchases). zance. Freeholder Alexander Mirabella proved a resolution to appoint of Readings and Carols” in the SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 accepted the donation on behalf of • McManimon & Scotland as Bond Coun- Princeton University Chapel in De- After a motor vehicle stop on the board, and he expressed grati- sel for the redevelopment projects. cember. ILLIAMS URSERY South Avenue, Michael Wilson, 20, of tude to Verizon for recognizing the Garwood and Andres Domingo, 3rd, importance of volunteer programs. The council also approved the demo- A 2002 graduate of Westfield High 20, of Scotch Plains were arrested and “This money will go a long way to lition of single-family homes at 817 School, Andrew studied with Will- & The Gift House Grant Avenue and 10 Rodman Lane. iam Matthews, James Beil and Noelle www.williams-nursery.com charged with underage possession of having a terrific event at Jersey Gar- Quick Gift alcohol. Both were released on their dens Mall to hopefully spur addi- The council will meet in confer- Doches. He was a member of the 524 Springfield Ave Solution Westfield • 908-232-4076 own recognizance. tional volunteers in Union County,” ence session on Tuesday, November Concert Choir, Chorale and • A Prospect Street resident reported he commented. 25, at 8 p.m. Choraleers.

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, November 20, 2003 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS OUR 45TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 48-45 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Ordinance Passed to Prohibit Illegal Parking at Rec. Facilities

By FRED ROSSI not increased its rates in a number of Transportation that will be used for Specially Written for The Times years, Township Manager Atkins resurfacing Plainfield Avenue. Mr. An ordinance aimed at curbing said. The fees for next year will be Atkins said he expects the project to illegal parking on recreation prop- $90 per hour for a three-man crew. be completed by next summer. erties in Scotch Plains was adopted Mayor Marks announced that the Councilwoman Nancy Malool an- last week by the Township Coun- township had received a $130,000 nounced that the new senior citizens cil, a move that was necessitated, grant from the state Department of CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 according to Councilman Frank Rossi, by reports of commercial vehicles parking in curbside parking spaces that were created for individuals using township recre- Railroad Ties Concern ation facilities. The ordinance “will allow areas adjacent to recreation facilities to be Coalition to Stop Train designated for parking for those using the facilities,” Mr. Rossi said at By MATT MARINO skin blistering, respiratory irritation, last week’s council meeting. Specially Written for The Times and even skin cancer. Mayor Martin Marks said the or- The two-hour executive session of The CDC’s website notes that the dinance was designed to benefit se- the November 13 Union County International Agency for Research nior citizens who use the facilities Board of Chosen Freeholder meet- on Cancer (IARC) “has determined at Scotch Hills Country Club and ing pushed the meeting’s conclusion that coal tar creosote is a probable require the use of parking spaces well past 11 p.m. human carcinogen.” David B. Corbin for The Times near the property. When the parking Discussion of the impending rail- In referring to her notes, Ms. SECTION 2, GROUP 3 SOCCER CHAMPS…A mob of jubilant fans swarm the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School boys lot at the country club was rede- road reactivation soon surfaced, as Murphy also mentioned that the New soccer team after the Raider defeated Middletown South in a shootout to claim the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 members of the Coalition to Stop the Championship. It was the 11th sectional title for the Raider boys under Head Coach Tom Breznitsky. signed earlier this year, cut-ins were York State Senate and Assembly “in- built into the curbing on Jerusalem Train voiced some new concerns. troduced bills banning production Road and Plainfield Avenue, and a This time, protestors focused on the and use of creosote.” dozen or so parking spaces were railroad ties being used to rehabili- Ms. Murphy and her colleagues Committee Members Want More added for those country club mem- tate the railroad. found it incredulous that M&E could bers who are able to walk a further County Manager George Devanney use the type of railroad tie when distance to the property. first presented his regular update as there are so many residents – par- In other business, the council to the status of the Morristown & ticularly children – in close proxim- Business Involvement in SID Plans gave the mayor the authority to Erie (M&E) railroad reactivation. ity to the railroad. She felt that it was sign a five-year contract between He announced that Amsterdam Av- M&E’s duty to dispose of the old By FRED ROSSI at 6 p.m., are open to everyone. Future the district would encompass the Park the township and the bargaining enue in Roselle might not require railroad ties as quickly as possible. Specially Written for The Times meetings will include presentations Avenue-Front Street-East Second unit representing many employees closing, as the county is considering The members of the coalition also While the committee that is consid- from SID directors in Cranford and Street area, with a section of Route in the township public works and an alternate plan for crossing recon- urged the freeholders to look into the ering whether it would be beneficial to Maplewood, two of the 70-odd towns 22 possibly included. recreation departments. The prior struction on that road. matter and ensure the safety of the set up a Special Improvement District in New Jersey that utilize SIDs as a Instead, the group, which meets agreement expired at the begin- The South Avenue crossing in citizens of Union County is pre- (SID) in downtown Scotch Plains con- tool to improve their downtown areas. under the guidance of Seth Grossman, ning of this year, so the new pact Cranford is currently being reviewed served. tinues to meet weekly, some of its Several nearby communities, in- a consultant with Cooperative Profes- runs from January 1, 2003 through to determine the required amount of “I think (that) you, the members are urging a fresh effort to get cluding Westfield, Bound Brook, sional Services in Newark hired by December 31, 2007. Township reconstruction. freeholders…should have the schools more business and property owners Cranford and Summit, have set up the township, has been focusing its Manager Thomas Atkins called it Mr. Devanney added that the next remind children to stay off the tracks involved in the discussions. SIDs. Union Township, for one, efforts on how best to work as a team “a good contract for the taxpayers public forum is scheduled to be held and not to touch the ties. Residents At the SID Steering Committee’s claims a vacancy rate of less than 5 in deciding whether a SID is the best and the employees.” in Summit at a time and place yet to should also be warned not to take the eighth meeting this week, which was percent, compared to 30 percent in way to revitalize the central business The council also introduced an be determined. A third forum is be- discarded ties left on the side of the attended by eight individuals, com- the days before it set up a SID. Red district, how to best work with the ordinance that will make some ing planned, possibly to be held in track (back to their homes for use),” mittee member Seymour Stein said Bank saw its ratable base increase local government and how to get more changes to the township’s member- Roselle, and more details will be stated Ms. Murphy. that, “we need to have business and from $84.3 million in the early 1990s of the business community involved ship agreement with the Plainfield known at a later date. In additional business, the board property owners here,” adding that to $121 million in 2000, while rents in the preliminary decision making. Area Regional Sewerage Authority Members of the Coalition to Stop honored several employees of the the group’s activities needed to be in its downtown have doubled. At this week’s meeting, several (PARSA), which handles wastewa- the Train sought to inform the free- Runnells Hospital Volunteer Guild better publicized. The Steering Committee has yet to members provided ideas for what ter disposal for certain areas of holder board as to the type of railroad for their efforts. Each member was He said that if downtown owners focus on any real specifics involving they wanted a SID to accomplish, Scotch Plains. The changes, accord- ties being used by M&E to refurbish presented with a resolution. “realize they’re facing a 7 percent to 9 a SID, such as the level of assess- including the recruitment of new busi- ing to Councilman Rossi, involve the railroad. Arlene Murphy, a mem- The Director of Special Services percent assessment, they’ll show up.” ments on downtown properties, the nesses, better parking, development methods under which PARSA bills ber of the coalition, stated that the Barbara McMahor said that some of The group said it was important priorities and projects of a SID, who of the hedge property on Park Av- the township for its services to in- substance creosote has been used on the residents at the hospital have that business and property owners would be involved in its operations enue and making the downtown more dustrial wastewater users and also the railroad ties. limited funds to purchase “things realize that the group’s meetings, and the precise boundaries of the of a social center. A question was sets up a system in which wastewa- Creosote is a mixture of many that are considered luxuries possibly which begin every Tuesday evening district, although it’s expected that raised as to whether it was better to ter discharged by those establish- different chemicals, and it comes in to them, but to you and I it would be form a SID first and then figure out ments will be monitored. A public two varieties – wood creosote, and something we could go to the store” what it should do or vice versa. hearing on the ordinance will be held coal tar creosote, the type used in and purchase. The Volunteer Guild People “won’t come unless there’s at the council’s Tuesday, November preserving the railroad ties. members ensure the residents have something to make them come,” said 25 meeting. According to the Center for Dis- all of the items they need. Fanwood, SP Police committee member and former The council awarded a bid for ease Control (CDC), coal tar creo- Ms. McMahor added that the Vol- Mayor Irene Schmidt. shade tree work to Caffrey Tree Ser- sote is the most commonly used pre- unteer Guild “really (does) a won- Mr. Grossman noted that no SID in vice, which has performed the ser- servative for wood in the United derful job.” New Jersey has gone out of existence vice for the past several years. The States today. However, long-term Verizon Communications also pre- Offer Free Gun Locks CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Scotch Plains-based company has exposure to creosote can result in CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 By BENJAMIN CORBIN pletely empty,” explained Fanwood Specially Written for The Times Police Sergeant Thomas Jedic. The Fanwood and Scotch Plains The locks can be used for auto police departments, in a joint confer- loading pistols, revolvers, auto load- Fanwood House Refurbished by Local ence with The Scotch Plains- ing and pump-action shotguns, and Fanwood Times, discussed the na- also bolt-action rifles. tional Project Child Safe program, Scotch Plains Police Lieutenant which provides community police Brian Mahoney told The Times, “There departments with gunlocks to give to is good coordination between the Residents, Bed and Breakfast Opened citizens in their community. chiefs of Scotch Plains and Fanwood By ELIZABETH CORRELL dow was found behind a wall down- The second floor contains three the guest rooms. These gunlocks will be distributed to get these locks to the citizens.” Specially Written for The Times stairs, and an original window was guest rooms, each with its own bath- Guests at the bed and breakfast free of charge to any citizen who The goal of the program is to pre- A new bed and breakfast inn has uncovered in one of the upstairs room. Mattresses and beds were cus- have thus far included newlyweds visits their respective police depart- vent a child or any other unauthorized opened on North Avenue, across rooms. A staircase leading up from tom made for the inn, and are cov- spending their wedding night at ments. Citizens must show proof of person from gaining access to a fire- from the Fanwood Train Station. the kitchen to the third floor was ered with handmade quilts from Ver- the inn, couples celebrating anni- residence. arm in homes. The Walter Gilbert House, built found hidden behind a wall, presum- mont. versaries, visiting relatives of resi- “These locks are great. If you just According to officials from both circa 1892, has been restored and ably used by servants when the house The rooms are named after the dents in the area, business people, have a trigger lock on your gun, the police departments, these locks refurbished with the utmost atten- was first built. owners’ daughter and two daugh- and New Yorkers enjoying a week- gun can still be fully loaded. With greatly increase the safety of any tion to detail by its owners, Barbara Mrs. Vierschilling researched the ters-in-law: the Dawn Michelle end away from the city. these locks, the gun has to be com- firearm when being stored. and Jim Vierschilling. background of the building, consult- Room, the Jessica Sara Room and The Walter Gilbert House is lo- In an interview with The Scotch ing a historic architect and viewing the Rachel Kristen Room. In addi- cated at 225 North Avenue in Plains-Fanwood Times, Mrs. photographs at the Fanwood Memo- tion, there is a common room where Fanwood. For reservations and in- Vierschilling explained the jour- rial Library. The first owner of the guests can relax and watch televi- formation, call (908) 322-9586 and ney that brought the couple to own- home was the Postmaster of sion, as there are no televisions in visit www.waltergilberthouse.com. ing the property, and the extensive Fanwood. Maintaining the original work that has gone into revitalizing theme of the building was of great the house. importance to the owners. They added The New Jersey natives, whose a wrap around porch that they felt family all live in the area, had “was in keeping with the nature of resided in Westfield since 1979. the house.” They had researched the possibil- Mr. Vierschilling discovered that ity of owning a bed and breakfast, one of the posts of the front staircase perhaps in Maryland, but had as- banister was original, and a profes- sumed it would be after they re- sional woodworker replicated the rest tired. of the posts to match the original. A Mr. Vierschilling was inspired new mantel was constructed for one when he saw the building, which fireplace and a replica mantel was was a boarding house at the time, built for another. The inn is deco- and he and his wife decided they rated throughout with antique furni- would purchase the property and ture. make it a bed and breakfast inn. “We were trying to bring the house Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times They chose the name Walter Gil- back to what it was, but then we SUPERSAFE…Scotch Plains Police Lieutenant Brian Mahoney holds the keys bert House in honor of their two made it more,” said Mrs. to the free gunlock, while Fanwood Police Sergeant Thomas Jedic demonstrates late fathers. Vierschilling. its use. These free gunlocks provide a very safe way to store guns in an unloaded When looking at the building, The ground floor has a front par- fashion. Mrs. Vierschilling had a strong feel- lor, music room with a Steinway ing that there were interesting as- piano, formal dining room and pow- PAGE INDEX pects hidden underneath existing der room, as well as the kitchen and Elizabeth Correll for The Times Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 10 Real Estate .... 17-18 HIDDEN TREASURE…The Walter Gilbert House, on North Avenue, built structures, and she was proven cor- private residence of the innkeep- circa 1892, has been restored and refurbished by its owners Barbara and Jim Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 11, 19 Classifieds...... 20 rect. An original stained glass win- ers. Vierschilling. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 12-16 A&E ...... 21-22 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP Council Council Agrees to Remove Bump Out

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 bus had arrived at the end of October. “The seniors love it,” she said of On Benson Place, South Chestnut St. the new bus, which can accommodate 22 passengers and two wheel- By LAUREN S. PASS notified about the project until the Town Attorney Robert Cockren Specially Written for The Times chairs. She also announced that the night before construction began. stated that it was his opinion that the annual holiday celebration, spon- WESTFIELD -- Residents in the Mr. Tunis’ wife, Donna council is not “on notice” that the sored by the Scotch Plains Busi- area of Benson Place and South Grozuczak, said she “cannot be- intersection is “dangerous.” ness and Professional Association, Chestnut Street were out in force at lieve he (Mr. Marsh) can say the Ultimately, the governing body will take place on Sunday, Decem- Wednesday’s regular meeting of the position is safer.” decided that the intersection would ber 7, from 12 to 5 p.m. Park Av- Westfield Town Council to voice South Chestnut resident Richard be put back the way it was, and the enue, in the downtown area, will be complaints regarding the 21-foot closed to vehicular traffic and there Cross said that the bump out was an rest of the traffic calming project bump out constructed at the inter- “intelligent solution to a non-exis- would move forward. will be a number of activities, in- section of Benson and South Chest- cluding an ice sculptor, petting zoo, tent problem.” In other business, Orenda Circle nut. Many of the residents who spoke residents addressed the council re- DJ, pony and carriage rides, crafters HONORING OUR HEROES...On Veteran’s Day, Brunner Elementary School This April, traffic consultants out cited visibility problems at the garding drainage issues. Residents and food vendors. Santa will be Wilbur Smith Associates (WSA) pre- students commemorated the event with diverse lessons and activities. Pictured, newly changed intersection. are experiencing flooding problems above, students proudly stand in front of a banner that was displayed on school available for children’s gift requests sented recommendations to the from 3 to 5 p.m., after which the St. Marks Avenue resident David during heavy rain storms which they grounds. Pictured, left to right, are: Christopher Stone, Kaavya Krishna council for traffic calming measures township’s tree will be lit. Owens said that there should have say are caused by pipes which were Kumar, Liam Reilly, Darcy Moran and Ryan Nicholson. At the start of its meeting, the coun- in the ShopRite grid, which included been a meeting with the residents installed in the Mountainside road- cil acknowledged long-time township making the intersection of Benson after the actual plans were drawn way up the hill from their proper- resident Frank DiNizo for what Mayor Place and South Chestnut Street a T. up. ties. Marks said were Mr. DiNizo’s contri- The Town Engineering depart- Benson Place residents Barbara Peter Athenson spoke of flooding Wolfgang Puck Express butions to the community, “exempli- ment drew up the plans and specs, and Harold Star, whose properties problems from water cascading fied most recently” by his work in which were then reviewed by WSA, are also affected, said that the new down the hill behind his home, and getting the new fountain in Alan Au- but not by Bob Jurasin who was on bump out is dangerous. questioned if anyone has spoken Testimony to Continue gustine Park ready for its October 18 hand Wednesday night. “The bump out has to go,” said with Mountainside officials. Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL include the National State Bank of dedication. Councilwoman Malool Mr. Star, adding that this was a case Allen Solomon stated that the Specially Written for The Times and Councilman Rossi also thanked stated that the two affected drive- Elizabeth, Corestates Bank and First where “the operation was a success, drainage problem is not a new issue. WESTFIELD -- Testimony con- Mr. DiNizo, with Mr. Rossi saying ways now “have better sight.” He Union Bank. He added that when he but the patient died.” Suzanne Minken stated that when tinued last Monday evening con- that the DiNizo family “represents all said that the driveways could be bought the building it had been va- Several Arlington Street residents it rains there is a “virtual mudslide.” cerning the proposal to turn the that is good in our community.” Mr. flared wider to give the homeowners cant for three or four years. cited increased traffic on their street Mr. Cockren responded that the vacant bank at One Elm Street into DiNizo, noting the tight deadline for more room to maneuver. He also On Monday evening, he noted since the construction of the bump town is seeking to confirm if the a Wolfgang Puck Express Restau- completing the fountain, said it hadn’t said that the bump out could be that one of the reasons that it has out. pipes are on municipal or private rant. been tested until 11 p.m. the night tapered down, but he wanted to be been vacant for so long is that it has On the dais, discussion took place property and that his firm is re- Because of the late hour and addi- before its dedication. “careful not to change the nature of been labeled as “outdated” by many with Second Ward Republican Mat- searching the town’s rights. He said tional testimony needed, a decision Due to the New Jersey State the improvement.” prospective bank operators because thew Albano, who stated that it was everything would be confirmed by the Westfield Planning Board League of Municipalities confer- Eric Tunis, whose home was af- of the lack of drive-thru windows. “not too late” and that the council within several days. regarding the approval or disap- ence in Atlantic City this week, fected by the bump out, stated that it Also testifying at the Monday the Council will hold its confer- should have the bump out removed. First Ward Republican Council- proval of the new proposed restau- is now unsafe to pull out of his evening hearing was Leon Magnes, ence and regular meetings on No- Fourth Ward Democrat Council- man Sal Caruana told the residents rant has been postponed until Mon- driveway. He added that he was not who is and will be opening a num- vember 25. man Lawrence Goldman voiced that the council is “appalled by the day, November 24 at 8 p.m. ber of Wolfgang Puck Express fran- “skepticism that (the council is) condition” and that they are “trying The applicants, Limited Liability chise chains in the New York and throwing money at a problem just to to make a legal decision on who Company (LLC), are requesting to New Jersey area, including the pro- SP-F Kiwanis Club Prepares make things worse.” He said that the created the problem.” convert the building to a Wolfgang posed Westfield location and the council should “call a halt to this In other business, the council ap- Puck Express Restaurant on the first newly opened Hoboken location. project right now,” and “spend proved a resolution to appoint floor with commercial offices on He is also a franchise owner of For Annual Luminary Sale money wisely.” McManimon & Scotland as Bond the second floor. The first meeting Wendy’s Restaurants. He stated that more roads could Counsel for the redevelopment regarding the appeal occurred on Mr. Magnes testified last month FANWOOD – The Scotch Plains- mas Eve was prevalent in the southwest have been paved with the $245,000 projects. September 15. that the Wolfgang Puck Express res- Fanwood Kiwanis Club is preparing for many years. The custom was brought being spent on the project. The council also approved the Testimony was heard on Monday taurants were relatively new and for its 2003 annual luminary sale. to this area in the late 1950s by the Byert Mayor Gregory McDermott said demolition of single-family homes evening from Douglas Coleman, ar- that within the last few months there The Reverend John Neilson, Presi- family, who moved to Fanwood from that the council has a “responsibil- at 817 Grant Avenue and 10 Rod- chitect for the project. He testified were four opening in Nashville, dent of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood the southwest. The tradition was con- ity to the rest of the town” and man Lane. that there were some changes made Tenn., Atlanta, Ga. and Charlotte, Kiwanis Club, has announced the tinued by local Kiwanis members, after questioned if the council was “on The council will meet in confer- to the design plans of the project N.C., and Hoboken. date for this year’s sale. the Byerts moved from the area some notice that this is a dangerous inter- ence session on Tuesday, November since the last meeting. The last time Mr. Magnes testi- The sale will be held on Satur- 30 years ago. section.” 25, at 8 p.m. Mr. Coleman also noted that, un- fied, the Hoboken store had not days, December 6, 13 and 20, with Various neighborhoods through- like the original plans that were opened yet therefore making his an additional sale day on Sunday, out the Union County area light up Michael Soriano Receives submitted, the new design has no projections on restaurants not in the December 21. Luminary candles their front yards, driveways and entrance on North Avenue, has an Northeastern United States. with bags and sand may be pur- walks by lighting luminaries each enclosed trash container, a second Mr. Magnes stated that his actual chased and picked up between the Christmas Eve. YMCA Volunteer Award staircase added for the second floor figures from Hoboken were slightly hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sat- For more information, please call offices and the posting of only two lower that his projections, but that SCOTCH PLAINS – The New Additionally, Mr. Soriano was urdays and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bill Lehman at (908) 518-0713 or signs, one at each door. the take out portion was slightly Jersey YMCA State Alliance re- recently elected to the YMCA of on December 21. The sale will be write the SPF Kiwanis Club at P.O. In addition, Mr. Coleman said higher. He noted, however, that the cently presented architect Michael the USA’s 2003 National Assem- held at the Fanwood Municipal Box 24, Scotch Plains, 07076. that the restaurant would now have restaurant was only a month old. Soriano with the “2003 Adult Vol- bly. Garage, located across from the Please do not call the Fanwood a lower occupancy level because Mr. Magnes added that he thought unteer of the Year of the Fanwood- A resident of South Brunswick, Fanwood Library on North Avenue municipal garage or municipal the second staircase would reduce the take-out figures for Westfield Scotch Plains YMCA” award. Mr. Soriano is a licensed practic- in Fanwood. The price, which in- building. the square footage of the building. would be lower, because Westfield Mr. Soriano received the award ing architect and principal partner cludes the bag, sand and candle This, he added, would lower the was a more “family-oriented” town at the Alliance’s Third Annual New of Cornerstone Architectural will remain at 35 cents for this allowable maximum occupancy. and that many customers would be Jersey YMCA State Alliance Pub- Group, LLC in South Plainfield. year’s sale. Don’t find yourself left Mitchell Berlandt, managing shoppers that are already in the lic Policy Dinner that was held In addition to his YMCA volun- The luminary tradition was brought out in the cold... member of the LLC and co-owner downtown area. He concluded that October 2 at The Sheraton/ teer activities, he is an active mem- to America by the Spanish in the late Subscribe today: of the building since April of 2001, there is no shopping in Hoboken. Woodbridge Place. ber of the New Jersey Chapter of 1600s. The custom of placing lighted Call (908) 232-4407 also testified on behalf of the project. According to Mr. Magnes’ last A volunteer member of the the American Institute of Archi- candles in front of one’s house on Christ- He stated that he is currently in testimony, the restaurant has a YMCA Board of Directors since tects, the architects’ state profes- negotiations with the PNC Bank on Southern California atmosphere and 1994, he serves as the board’s Vice sional association. Prospect Street to buy the building, has a unique setting terming it as a President and Chairman of the Long He received his Bachelor of Ar- The Secret lease the first floor only back to the fast casual dining experience. Range Planning Committee. Mr. chitecture degree from the New bank and use the parking for the He compared the restaurant to Soriano’s experience as an archi- Jersey Institute of Technology’s proposed restaurant on evenings and Panera Bread, where customers or- tect has been instrumental in the School of Architecture in 1983. weekends. der their food at the counter and the laying of the groundwork for the He stated that this would also give food comes on china plates and pa- Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA’s Open House him access to the parking lot on trons use flatware, but stated that next building expansion. Railroad Broad Street across from PNC. This, the Wolfgang Puck food was “a bit All Giftware he concluded, would give the restau- higher quality.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 rant 44 available parking spaces dur- Mr. Magnes stated that after or- 20% OFF sented the board with a monetary ing the weekend and evening hours. dering their food customers are given SP Council donation to be used toward the Board members stated that, while a beeper and that the average price Sat & Sun Only upcoming Union County Volunteer they thought the possibility of hav- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 for an order would range from $8 to Denise Fair, which will be held at the Jer- ing the additional parking during because “the business community $10. He noted that he felt most Jackson sey Gardens Mall in Elizabeth on evenings and weekends was posi- customers would be people shop- does not want to give up” the power December 5, from 2 to 8 p.m., and they have as a result of the SID. tive, their main concern was the ping downtown and stopping for a is sponsored by the United Way of With many business and property lunch crowd during weekdays. bite to eat as opposed to those driv- ...Giftshop Greater Union County. Planning Board Chairman Jay owners not living in the town in ing in specifically to eat at the res- which they work and, as a result, Freeholder Alexander Mirabella Boyle asked Mr. Berlandt about the taurant. not having any real leverage or accepted the donation on behalf possibility of redesigning the small According to Mr. Magnes, the res- I don’t know how many times I’ve influence with local officials, a SID of the board, and he expressed parking lot that is in the rear of the taurant would be operating seven days heard...”Wow, what a beautiful shop, I didn’t “helps remedy that,” he said. gratitude to Verizon for recogniz- bank, on Elm Street, for patron use a week from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Business owners are so used to ing the importance of volunteer in picking up “to go” orders. during the week and from 11 a.m. to know it was here”...When most people think not being part of their business programs. Mr. Berlandt stated that he was 11 p.m. on weekends and would em- Williams Nursery they think of our plants, district’s development process, he “This money will go a long way open to any suggestions the board ploy a total number of 40 people. He said, and a SID “corrects that im- to having a terrific event at Jersey may have and that the original plan said that approximately eight to 10 but hidden in the brick building to the front balance.” Gardens Mall to hopefully spur to put a small park in that area was people would be working at a given of the parking lot (shh...there’s plenty of additional volunteers in Union in compliance to the requests made time, depending on how many cus- Eryn Bushinger Named County,” he commented. by the Downtown Westfield Corpo- tomers are using the restaurant. FREE parking) is our Gift Shop. Filled with ration (DWC). He added that the restaurant man- fantastic gifts including Yankee Candles, To Golden Key Society Thanksgiving Service Mr. Boyle added that, although he agement planned to make a Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS — Eryn liked the idea that the DWC had for Heritage Room in the back of the Time Work’s Clocks, tree trimmings and Bushinger of Scotch Plains, a Set at FW Presbyterian the park, he was concerned about building to be used by Westfield lights, garden plaques and another 3712 junior in the College of Human FANWOOD — Members of patron safety and wanted to see “all civic organizations. Services and Health Professions the community are invited to options” for the space before voting Also present at the meeting was items our Gift Shop is sure to delight. at Syracuse University in Syra- the Fanwood Presbyterian on the application. Richard Schkolnick, Esquire of Hersh, This Saturday and Sunday we are hosting cuse, N.Y., was recently inducted Church on Sunday, November Mr. Berlandt explained last month Ramsey and Berman, who was repre- into the university’s chapter of 23, for the 10 a.m. worship that plans submitted included a pro- senting a group of downtown Westfield service in the sanctuary. our annual Open House where all giftware the Golden Key National Honor posal to take the existing parking lot restaurant owners opposed to the pro- After the service, all are wel- Society. of the building and put in a patio posal citing parking issues. and Tree trimmings are 20% Off. (This sale The society recognizes and come to attend a Thanksgiving with a gazebo and trees, shrubs and Representatives from Vicki’s encourages commitment to aca- dinner in the dining room, pre- does NOT include Christopher Radko and potted plants. He stated that this Diner, Ferraro’s Restaurant, demic excellence. Membership pared and served by the Men’s Dj’s Postcard Paintings, or previous would “dress up an ugly parking Northside Trattoria, Mojave Grill, is by invitation only and students Fellowship. Reservations are lot.” This, he testified, would be a required. Sweet Waters Steak House, Cosimo’s, purchases). must attain a grade point average public place for people to sit and The church is located at the Theresa’s, Jeffrey’s, The Elm Street of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale and relax during their time in the down- rank in the top 15 percent of the corner of Martine and Café and Lime were included. town area of Westfield. ILLIAMS URSERY junior and senior class. LaGrande Avenues in Fanwood, Mr. Schkolnick stated that he had Golden Key is an interdiscipli- and is wheelchair accessible. Mr. Berlandt also testified last his own traffic expert to testify & The Gift House nary organization recognized by For further information, please month that according to his records, against the proposal, but due to the www.williams-nursery.com the building has been in operation Quick Gift major corporations and graduate call the church office at (908) late hour his testimony was sched- 524 Springfield Ave Solution programs around the country. 889-8891. as a bank as early as the 1900s and uled for the November 24 meeting, Westfield • 908-232-4076 banks that have occupied the space which begins at 8 p.m.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF Community Center Names New Executive Dir. WESTFIELD – The Board of Di- with dual concentrations in non- rectors at the Westfield Community profit management and health Center (WCC) named Thelma May policy management from Seton Smith its Executive Director effec- Hall University. In addition to a tive November 3, following the re- degree in gerontology from Union tirement of its current director, County College, she received a Ernestine Howell, who had led the Bachelors degree in marketing from Center for a total of 35 years. Rutger’s University. She is also a Ms. Smith, a former director of certified social worker, licensed in the WCC’s senior citizens’ program, the state of New Jersey, and is a comes to the WCC with extensive New Jersey substitute teacher cer- background. She has held such posi- tified to teach grades K through 12 tions as Alternate and long Term in all subjects. Care Coordinator for the Elderly at In addition, she sits on several Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union County Division on Aging; boards including: the Union County MAKING FRAGRANCES...Westfield and Clark residents toured the J. Housing Manager at Second College Gerontology Advisory Board Manheimer factory in Clark which makes flavors and fragrances. Neighbors Westfield Senior Citizens Housing; and the Union County Senior Citi- have been complaining of the odor they claim is being generated by the and, most recently, Director of Adult zens and Disabled Transportation company. Jeff Siegel for The Westfield Leader and The Times Medical Day Care at New Commu- Board. She is currently in her second ADULT SCHOOL PREPAREDNESS…Union County Manager George nity Corporation in Newark. two-year term as President of the Devanney, Director of Emergency Management Ben Laganga, Public Health Commissioner Bob Scher and Westfield Fire Chief John Castellano discussed Ms. Smith began her career in Omicron Chapter of Sigma Phi Westfield Residents Tour terrorism preparedness at the Westfield Adult School at the high school retailing where she gained a great Omega, a national Gerontology Monday evening. Pictured above, from the left, are: Chief Castellano, Mr. deal of experience in personnel and Honor Society. Laganga and Mr. Scher. office management, holding such She is the niece of Preston and Manheimer’s Clark Factory positions as Employment Manager Susie Smith, residents of Westfield By LAUREN S. PASS and Training Manager. She moved and long-time supporters of the WCC. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times permits. Mr. Manheimer stated that F-SP Rotary Club Holds into the gerontology field after find- A life-long resident of Union County, On Friday night J. Manheimer on the violation from the county oc- ing that she enjoyed working with Ms. Smith grew up in Roselle. She Terminal Avenue in Clark, opened curred when a door to the plant was the older adult community. currently resides in Elizabeth. its doors to Westfield and Clark open to the boiler room where an Raffle to Benefit Youth Ms. Smith received a Masters Ms. Smith can be reached at (908) residents, after many have com- exhaust fan was pulling out the air. degree in public administration, 232-4759. plained of the smell being gener- The company is looking to have the FANWOOD – The Fanwood- Wednesday, December 10. Last ated by the flavor and fragrance room re-engineered and the fan Scotch Plains Rotary Club will con- year’s first prize was $6,000. Tickets blender. changed to an intake. They are also duct a 50/50 raffle as part of its for this year’s raffle are $10 per Asm. Muñoz Calls on Speaker According to John Salerno of the tightening up their standard oper- annual “Share in Youth” campaign. chance. There will be first, second Union County Office of Public In- ating procedures and having an en- The money raised will benefit sev- and third place prizes in the drawing. formation, 30 complaints have been gineering study done to look at eral area organizations, including the Raffle tickets may be purchased To Post Anti-Nepotism Bill logged in the area. He said that due improvements in the ventilation and Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA, the from the Fanwood-Scotch Plains to the fact that it takes time for an air cleaning system. David Ringle Scholarship Fund, the Rotary Club, Box 426, Fanwood TRENTON — Assemblyman Eric Muñoz requested that A-3619 be investigator to reach the scene, of- Neighbors who attended a meet- Resolve Community Counseling Cen- 07023, or by calling Janet Strunk at Muñoz, M.D. (R-21) has responded posted for a vote before the Assem- ten times the smell had dissipated, ing at Manheimer on Friday night ter, the CONTACT We Care Crisis (908) 322-6627 or Joe Qutub at (908) to actions taken by Assembly Speaker bly State Government Committee by or could not be tracked to an indi- said, “We want a solution right away.” Hotline, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood 654-5511. For more information Albio Sires. In a letter to the Assem- Assemblyman Steele, the Commit- vidual company. One resident said that the odor High School Leadership Fund, and the about the Fanwood-Scotch Plains bly Clerk, Speaker Sires is said to tee Chairman. However, on October 7, an odor can be smelled as far away as Fanwood Community Foundation. Rotary Club, please visit have instructed the clerk not to pro- “The practice of hiring relatives, was traced to J. Manheimer. The Jefferson School. Residents also The raffle drawing will be held on www.fsprotary.org. cess the personnel forms for relatives while not illegal, gives the appear- company was issued a warning, said that they never had a problem (of legislators) and to alert him if ance of impropriety to the residents requesting that they remedy the until Manheimer moved in three lawmakers of either party attempt to of New Jersey,” said Assemblyman situation. If another complaint is years ago, while Loreal and John’s circumvent the rules. Muñoz. “It is time to formally close filed they can be issued a fine rang- Carmack have been operating on Famous Grand “A request from the speaker does the loopholes and end this practice. ing from $1,000 to $2,000. Terminal Avenue for a longer pe- not have the effect of law,” said As- How would the Assembly Clerk know The company has been on Termi- riod of time. Some residents also semblyman Muñoz. “If the Speaker if the legislator was hiring his niece, nal Avenue in Clark since their questioned the safety of the air. Champion Fresh Turkeys wants to end the practice of nepotism nephew or an in-law?” Assembly- 1999 purchase of the factory from Mr. Manheimer told the residents in legislative offices permanently, he man Muñoz inquired. a division of Kodak. They invested that he understood their concern should demand that Assembly Bill He noted that Senate Co-President $17 million in refurbishing the given heightened security in the The Finest You Can Buy!!! 3619 be brought to the Assembly Richard Codey (D-27) has stated that plant. The factory employs 125 post September 11th world. He said floor for a vote.” he will not follow Assembly Speaker people. he understood that any unknown Easy Carving Instructions for your Turkey Assemblyman Muñoz introduced Sires’ lead, and has commented that The company manufactures fla- odor would raise a red flag. A-3619 on May 5, 2003, and in a he (Codey) also would prefer to ban vors and fragrances for use in con- “If I were a neighbor I would letter to Assemblyman Alfred Steele nepotism by legislation, rather than sumer products such as candles, air have the same response,” Mr. (D-35), dated July 25, 2003, Dr. decree. fresheners, soft drinks and season- Manheimer told The Westfield Find all this information on ings. 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The ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood Scotch Plains Parent Praises DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association High School Soccer Team Conduct Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association As the high school soccer season comes are all leaders. Each and every one of to its closing days, I cannot resist the urge them has exhibited discipline, positive rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey to look back on the many accomplish- attitude, courtesy and respect for each sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue ments of the past five months. The great- other, coaches, adults involved with the diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 est of which to me is my observation of a team, and their opponents. If you can guess one correctly – good Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 group of high school boys taking full My son is a freshman fortunate enough guess. If you get two – well-read indi- advantage of opportunities to do the right to be chosen as part of the team. This can vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at thing. The maturity and sensibility shown be an anxiety-filled situation, on it’s own, you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 by each and every one of these young men but when he was named a starting player free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. was to me almost astonishing. the pressure was really on. The entire All words and correct definitions It is so easy for us to think of all team accepted him immediately and pro- come from the board game Diction Michelle H. Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte teenagers as selfish, unmotivated lumps vided an incredible amount of support to Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR that stay glued to a screen (television, make him feel comfortable and able to Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo computer, video), occasionally get their perform. There are two upperclassmen 1. Saporous – Of or having taste or COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION homework done on time, sleep, and come that play the same position as he; you flavor up for air only to eat. We assume, if left would think there would be some animos- 2. Planchet – A flat piece of metal Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly on their own, they could not survive in ity toward a freshman in a starting posi- ready to be stamped as a coin ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS the wild. Let me tell you my experience tion. Those two upperclassmen were the 3. Soldan – A sultan or any Moslem Ben Corbin this year changed that thinking for me. first to shake his hand and offer to work ruler or prince SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES I watched members of Scotch Plains hard with him in practice so he could be 4. Anthropophagy – Cannibalism One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Fanwood Boys Varsity Soccer program set up for success. Aside from a good luck come together as a team in a way most haircut and some undergarment adjust- VEDRO adults couldn’t possibly do. They accept ments there was no hazing or constant 1. Small metal cuplike stand for hold- each other for who they are, help each browbeating rituals that could undermine ing hot coffee cups Tree Preservation Commission Needs other when they need it, motivate and a younger player’s confidence. 2. A Russian liquid measure equal to encourage, and never yet scold or bicker The record of wins and loses pales in 3.249 gallons with each other. Although the parents comparison to the bigger picture of the 3. An old woman; a hag are certainly entitled to credit for raising life lessons these boys have given and 4. A plug, such as in barrels Support; Conformance Must Be Assured kids with these kinds of standards and received through the process of participa- CRASSAMENTUM In August, the Westfield Planning Board approved house, completely circumventing the process. Other values, and the coach gets credit for tion in a team sport. If anyone questions 1. The thick red part of the blood the subdivision of the property at 817 Grant Avenue towns have ordinances on the books that prevent the creating an environment for them to the money we spend on athletics, I ask 2. The decayed trunk of a tree shine should they choose. him or her to observe a group as it be- 3. The part of a clam or mussel which for D. Villane Construction Corporation to demolish removal of any tree with a certain circumference The leadership within the team chose comes a team on and off the field of play. contains the internal organs a single-family home and replace it with two single- without town approval. the path and type of example to set for the The behavior and dynamics I have 4. A pathological accumulation of family homes. The approval was granted, providing Last October, a Mountainside resident cut down team. That leadership includes, of course, observed this year lead me to believe serous fluid in a bodily cavity it met Tree Preservation Commission standards. When several maple trees behind his home, but on county the captains who by action and word on this is a “Band of Brothers” that should PANDICULATION Villane Construction applied to the town council for property in the Watchung Reservation. The county and off the pitch earned the respect and give us all confidence for the future. 1. A flickering or sparkling the demolition, as they are required to do, they sub- took swift and decisive action. This is what the Town admiration of the team. I believe the 2. Revenge; reprisal Tom Meredith 3. Any large stage prop in the theater mitted an affidavit stating that no trees would be of Westfield must do in similar violations of tree members of the senior class on this team Scotch Plains removed. The council approved the demolition last ordinances to stop this problem. which depicts the background 4. The act of stretching and yawning Wednesday. Then, the builder proceeded to remove Town Engineer Kenneth Marsh told us, “My staff Wanton Bypass of Tree Preservation JAGER five trees. did nothing wrong.” He said that Assistant Town 1. A barrel maker A similar instance took place on Harding Street Engineer Kris McAloon looked over revised plans 2. A riding whip where the homeowner revised their plans and tore and realized that trees would be taken down — but it Ordinance Dismays Chairman 3. A hunter or rifleman down a tree without approval. The homeowner re- was too late as the trees had already been cut down. The recent spate of teardowns and be removed or demolished to facilitate 4. A blacksmith ceived a nominal fine — $125. Recently on Rahway We recommend that conformance to the tree ordi- weekly discussion about over-develop- the construction of a new or replacement Avenue, a developer clear-cut the property before nances be enforced and that there be stronger super- ment in Westfield makes the recent building or buildings.” Letters to the Editor applying for a demolition permit. vision of the developers and property owners when it demolitions and removal of trees very As such, all demolitions now require disturbing. that the developer seek a tree permit (More on Page 5 & 9) This is the third time in a row where the ball has comes to demolitions and subdivisions. It is obvious For the second time in three weeks, prior to the demolition. been dropped, and the developers involved ignored that the current ordinances and procedures aren’t one of the towns most important plan- Unfortunately, the ordinance also al- town ordinances. What’s going on here? When project working. It is also obvious that somehow the ball is ning tools has been seemingly ignored lows any homeowner to remove as many Coolidge Street plans are resubmitted, someone in the Building De- being dropped. and unable to perform it’s intended func- of their trees as they desire without any partment must review them. Then, action must be The Tree Preservation Commission needs to be tion. permit — or if the owner asserts that no Resident Cites Area taken to ensure conformance. Why aren’t these things supported. They are a citizen group, they are impas- The Westfield Tree Preservation Com- trees will be removed in the demolition caught there? sioned and skilled — they will get the job done. A mission, (TPC) an adjunct to the town’s process (no permit is required). This Flooding Problems Concerned phone calls came into our office from developer stated that working with the commission planning board, is made up of citizens creates the untenable position of allow- Writing a follow up letter to the editor Craig Stock and Michael Snizek of the Tree Preser- was a positive experience and that his project was who volunteer to ensure that new devel- ing developers to potentially ‘suggest’ in the November 6 issue of The Westfield opment sites make every reasonable ef- that any trees that need to come down Leader. vation Commission. Please read Mr. Snizek’s letter enhanced as a result. We believe it. fort to preserve trees that will not inter- during a construction be removed prior As I stated, Coolidge Street is in a low on this page. The building department needs to be supported and fere with proposed new building. to change in ownership to the developer. area. It has been known to flood. The odd Westfield’s Tree Preservation Commission is an empowered too. We don’t want Westfield to get the But as the site at 817 Grant Avenue Clearly, the tree ordinance needs to be side of the street with numbers 925 to the adjunct of the planning board. Westfield has a tree reputation with developers that all you have to do is unfortunately shows, the approval pro- strengthened and clarified to prevent the drain sewer opposite Stevens Street has preservation ordinance, which states that applica- ignore the ordinances, and at best, there will only be cess can effectively circumvented. likelihood of the removal of trees that had running mud water since October tions for any demolition must include a tree plan. If a slap on the wrist. It’s not good enough to say it was The Tree Preservation Commission should rightfully remain on the prop- 20. It is a month and no relief insight. the applicant proposes to remove trees, then the too late to do anything about it, or that “my people was formed in April, 1999 and is char- erty. Where is the Town Engineering Depart- commission reviews the case and makes recommen- did nothing wrong.” tered with helping to preserve the char- I recommend that the town council ment? Where is the Westfield construc- dations before any demolition is permitted to take acter of the town by ensuring that rea- and the various planning board commit- tion company? sonable efforts are made by developers tees including the Historic Preservation, Many of us on Coolidge Street hope place. If the ordinance is violated, a fine of up to $500 to preserve trees that will not interfere Architectural Review and Tree Preser- for a solution to this problem. And I wish can be levied for each tree that was illegally torn Publisher’s Note with the footprint of the proposed struc- vation Commission hold a summit to that the town engineer will look into this down. Next week is the Thanksgiving Day edition of our ture. The group’s intention was to spe- discuss and craft recommendations that matter before we get a severe rainstorm. However, of late, there have been several cases in newspaper. We go to press one day earlier – on Tuesday. cifically avoid any more Clarence Street would strengthen the various ordinances If any of us on Coolidge Street get town where the commission’s authority and charge Most will receive the newspaper on Wednesday. developments where an entire street is in a cohesive manner that would reign in flooded, be prepared for the next step. have been usurped – in our view, through loopholes It would be nice to receive letters from you with your cleared of all trees. this wanton development before it’s too Eleanor Taylor or the “turning of heads.” When discovered, the thoughts of the meaning of Thanksgiving to share with The commission was quite successful late. Westfield developer gets a slap on the wrist. the community in this edition. in helping to save trees and a number of As a founding member of the Tree In Westfield, the property owner can remove trees Please e-mail letters to us this weekend. Send to developers have commented that the Preservation Commission, I take pride Fanwoodian Says [email protected]. group’s work has actually enhanced the that our group has worked effectively before submitting the application to demolish the value of their sites. The Codding Road with the town and developers to provide Denial Of Verizon site is an example of how the TPC was a measured and reasonable approach to able to save a larger number of trees that our mission. But, the time has come to Tower Is Wrong would have otherwise been removed if it review how all of these tools can be best I believe those members of the Letters to the Editor were not for the ordinance. deployed to preserve the character of our Fanwood Borough Council that voted to The TPC ordinance was revised last town before it is lost in sawdust of overturn the Planning Board’s approval year to address the growing number of ‘progress’. of the Verizon Wireless cell site were Assembly Candidate teardowns. The ordinance requires a tree Homeowner Requests Apology Michael Snizek, Chairman not looking after the best interest of Ellen Steinberg Thanks permit “when properties that contain Westfield Tree Preservation Fanwood. Regarding Foerst Literature existing dwellings or structures that will Commission Federal and state laws require towns Campaign Volunteers to make accommodations for locating It is a sad time in which we live when, highly doubt that I am the kind of person Westfield High School Student cell sites in order to facilitate a complete as Westfield citizens, we must face an Mr. Foerst intended to single out with Politics is not meant to be a spectator wireless network nationwide. Verizon election as we did this year. It seems to his mailer. He himself stated that he sport. It is meant to be a team game Wireless signals in Fanwood are not me that through reading other letters to thought I was a local builder with a played by all the members of the com- Refutes Letter From Michael O’Brien very strong - which is why the cell site is the editor, the majority of Westfielders similar name. What does that statement munity. I am writing in response to Michael purely personal one. Sexual identity is being proposed. But this cell site, how- do not want any parking decks. mean? This past year, I was honored by the O’Brien’s letter condemning the not exclusively “an adult situation,” as ever, is not the first cell site in Fanwood. However, that leaves us with a prob- Mr. Foerst is against builders. The tremendous effort made by so many Westfield High School’s Gay-Straight Mr. O’Brien suggests. By the teen years, In fact, Verizon Wireless is the last lem. Which candidate do we trust enough builders in Westfield are within codes people in my run for the State Assembly Alliance. While I am not a member of the many individuals are aware of, and com- major wireless carrier to arrive here. to carry out the wishes of their voters? I set forth by the town. They are not doing in the 21st District. They made phone club, I am a Westfield High School stu- fortable with their sexual identity, what- As with all the others before them, for one do not trust James Foerst. You anything illegal. Perhaps while in office, calls, did mailings, knocked on doors dent who is disgusted with Mr. O’Brien’s ever that may be. Thus, the Gay-Straight they are looking to locate their equip- see, I am not a real estate mogul, nor am Mr. Forest will check his facts more and passed out literature. Together, we ignorance and lack of understanding. Alliance’s existence is essential, for it ment on PSE&G property within the I a developer. I am a Westfielder trying thoroughly before using a private person won the Democratic Primary Election Mr. O’Brien’s assumption that the offers students an outlet where they will borough. Considering the size and to be like Bob Villa. But most of the for public ridicule. and opened up the political process. club’s purpose is to “promote sex issues” not be scorned for who they are. makeup of Fanwood, locating cell sites time, I behave more like Tool Times While it is good that Mr. Foerst took Although we did not win the General is completely unfounded. The Gay- As for the issue of religious objections on existing power line towers is a logical Tim Taylor. the time to thank his supporters through Election, we gave it everything we had. Straight Alliance has nothing to do with to the club, my reaction is, tough. Some- solution. This is also the intent of the I am the owner of 708 Dorian Road. If a letter to this newspaper, I wonder what I am so grateful to all those who sup- the act of sexual intercourse. Rather, it one, somewhere will always be offended borough’s Master Plan. you recall, it is the house that Mr. Foerst happened to the letter of apology he ported me, but I do have a request. I ask serves as a safe haven from society’s by something. That is their right. How- The Fanwood Planning Board heard pictured on the front of his pre-election assured me would be printed in this that all those people who worked on my ignorance, for all students, regardless of ever, it is not a reason to end an otherwise hours of testimony over several months, mailer and in this newspaper two days paper. I guess it should come as no campaign remain involved in the politi- their sexual preference. It is a source of reputable student organization, existing carefully weighing all the positive and prior to the election. The caption read, surprise that I have not yet read it. cal process—whether it is attending a support for teens dealing with gay, les- in a public, not a private setting. negative aspects of the proposed cell site “Is this site too familiar in Westfield?” We have all read and heard politicians council meeting, writing to legislators, bian, and transgender issues. Addition- Sex education is the goal of a health before reaching their decision. They are Well, it is for me. in all levels of government make prom- or working on another campaign. ally, it works to foster a good relationship class. A desire to end ignorance and hate required to do this by law. I was appalled to see my home used in ises they do not keep. A voter might then The only way our government will be between all members of the Westfield among teens is the goal of Westfield The council on the other hand rushed his campaign without my permission. I wonder if Mr. Foerst intends to keep any held accountable is if good people get community, whether gay or straight. High School’s Gay-Straight Alliance. to vote at the first opportunity, and just wonder if Mr. Foerst thinks it gave his of the promises he made during his cam- involved. We owe it to the future of our Likewise, the Gay-Straight Alliance Alexandra Hermann before the November 4 election, even campaign a boost to send a picture of my paign – or were those promises made to communities to try to make a difference. is not out to “convert” students and Westfield though a decision was not required until home to voters. I guess it did, he won! get elected? Thank you for your commitment to the change their sexuality; this decision is a November 10. As a Westfielder, born and raised, and As Fourth Ward voters, let’s all watch process. More than likely, this will not end one who truly desires to give my chil- and see how he does. Ellen Steinberg with the council’s ruling. Verizon Wire- dren many of the same memories I had Cindy Mastrocola Westfield Resident Responds to less will undoubtedly appeal the council’s growing up in such a wonderful town, I Candidate for State Assembly 21st Westfield District decision in court, forcing the Borough of Fanwood to spend taxpayer money on Recent UNITE Advertisement unbudgeted and unnecessary legal fees Regarding the proposed parking lot at Walking in the street on Wells or to defend a suit, which the town will Temple Emanu-El: I don’t know why Jefferson is not appropriate. At this time surely lose. UNITE feels the need to be inflamma- of year, with leaves piled in the streets, This was clearly not done with the tory with their anti-parking lot ad in last it is also dangerous. Anything that can best interest of Fanwood in mind. week’s Westfield Leader. Anyone, in- be done to cut down on these exposures Matthew Glennon cluding UNITE members, who has been should be considered a priority. Fanwood to the Board of Adjustment meetings If the parking lot is not permitted, knows that the plans include buffer areas sidewalks should be installed on Wells Fanwood Elected along homeowner property. The type and Jefferson to add some measure of and extent of these are still open for safety. In general, upkeep and improve- Officials Thank People discussion and consideration. ment of the existing sidewalks on East The “paradise” that the ad refers to Broad Street would be helpful. These For Their Support will not exist even if the parking lot is measures and improved lighting on all We would like to express our thanks denied. Any new owner of the property the streets where overflow parking takes to the voters of Fanwood for the out- will not leave it untouched. You can be place should be the least that should be standing support we received on No- sure that the land will be put to another done. vember 4. It is a humbling experience to use. Had the land been kept by the real All of the discussion of real versus be selected to represent the people of estate developer instead of being sold to perceived need for additional parking Fanwood and we are very grateful for the the temple, you can be sure there would will seem quite lame when the next opportunity. be houses, large ones, no doubt, there accident occurs in the area. From all the Our door-to-door visits with neigh- right now. other traffic concerns frequently dis- bors were particularly rewarding, and Additionally, the reference to 150 cussed in The Westfield Leader, I don’t we thank you for expressing your sup- parking spaces refers to the total number think Westfielders want to gamble on port and sharing your ideas for a better of spaces, approximately 65 of which safety. The temple meeting facilities are Fanwood. already exist and are configured around used by many community and non-reli- We particularly want to thank all those the building. Of course houses may be gious groups — so these issues concern who opened their homes to us so we preferable to a parking lot but that disre- everyone when it comes to safety. could talk with neighbors and friends gards the real issue at stake here: When people come together with un- about their concerns for our unique com- SAFETY. derlying good will, much can be accom- munity. Your welcome gave us strength I’m not sure this has come across plished and compromise can be reached. and we certainly appreciate your hospi- clearly at the recent Board of Adjust- I trust that the Westfield Board of Ad- tality and hard work on our behalf. We ment meetings. Crossing East Broad justment will carefully consider all the thank you for your support. Street is dangerous, even with a lighted aspects involved and come to a reason- crosswalk. I was waiting to cross with able decision. Fanwood-Elects Mayor, Colleen Mahr the help of a police officer, during the Roslyn Helfen day, when the officer was nearly hit! Council, Jack Molenaar Westfield Council, Donna Dolce CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 20, 2003 Page 5 Councilwoman-Elect Neylan Thanks Letters to the Editor WHS Gay-Straight Alliance Responds Westfield Supporters and Voters To Recent O’Brien Letter to The Editor Thank you to the voters in the Sec- campaign. I wish him continued suc- ond Ward for showing your faith in me cess. It was my pleasure to meet and Resident Ratner Raps Recent In response to a letter in The Westfield more obvious to the group when we and electing me as your next council- get to know David. Leader dated November 6, the Westfield realized that a poster for the Gay Pops woman. I am very excited and honored Now onto the future! I am eager to High School (WHS) Gay-Straight Alli- fundraiser was immediately associated to be given this opportunity to serve begin working hard as the next coun- Hooters Hypertrophic Hysteria ance (GSA) presents its mission state- with sexual intercourse. you. cilwoman from the second ward. I will In condemning the replacement of Hardly. Hooters doesn’t even begin to ment: The Gay-Straight Alliance is a The GSA has never promoted sex, nor There are many people who worked be responsive to the electorate. My e- Fuddruckers, that renowned temple of register on the Supreme Salaciousness group of gay and straight people commit- should “gay” connote “liberal sexual- very hard to help make my campaign a mail address is gastronomic excellence on Route 22, Scale, compared to the few real porn ted to addressing gay and lesbian con- ity.” We don’t think it useful to consider success, most importantly my cam- [email protected]. Please with a new Hooters franchise, Michelle emporia on Route 22 (which, by the way, cerns at WHS, including the prejudice homosexuality a “choice,” but rather a paign manager, Matt Albano. Mr. contact me at anytime to voice your LePoidevin has achieved a new level of haven’t brought plague and pestilence in against homosexuality that places people real issue with which a significant mi- Albano has been a great leader and concerns or just to say hello and get journalistic silliness. She has, by direct- their wake, either). Heck, even the New at risk and impinges upon the dignity of nority of young people struggle. As we councilman for the last eight years, his acquainted. I look forward to hearing ing her ire toward Hooters and its hyper York Post, with its breathless and smarmy every person in our community. The GSA appreciate the continued support of the foresight and ideas will be present in from you on a regular basis and work- mammiferous waitresses, lost sight of preoccupation with monosyllabic sto- seeks to serve as a vehicle for dialogue, Westfield community in the goal of an this town for years to come. I wish ing together to help keep Westfield the the true meaning of obscenity. ries of unbiblical sex and photographs of support, and education for its members enlightened environment where all chil- Matt and his family the very best in wonderful town that it is. A very heart- At the outset, let me state for the marginally clad women, is more likely and the larger school community. dren feel safe, the GSA invites any curi- their future. felt thank you to the people of the record that I’m not a Hooters fan. Its to provoke a male Pavlovian response. (I It should be clear that the principal ous citizens to contact co-ordinator Pe- Also I could not have had a success- second ward who showed their support restaurants tend to operate in unattrac- don’t suppose, though, that Ms. concern of the GSA is the safety of a ter Horn at WHS (908) 789-4500 about ful campaign without the continued and belief in me. I will do my very best tive locations and serve boring food that LePoidevin finds The Post to be objec- segment of the school population that is attending an open meeting. Should you encouragement, support and love of to serve you. migrates directly to the coronary arter- tionable. In addition to its relentlessly at unusual risk of suicide, drug abuse, attend, we assure you that no assump- my husband and children. ies. The I.Q. of the average Hooters lowbrow, sleazy, ugly and jingoistic re- sexual promiscuity and other behaviors tions will be made regarding your sexual Westfield Councilwoman-Elect waitress exists in an inverse relationship porting, it also supports Republican “val- I would also like to express my JoAnn Neylan that may stem from a sense of alienation. orientation, moral fiber, or anything else. thanks to David Owens who ran a good with the magnitude of her more promi- ues,” initiatives and candidates. There- The group provides a safe place for We hope to receive the same open- nent assets. Don’t get me wrong – I fore, it, unlike Hooters, merits a free students of all sexual orientations out- mindedness in return. certainly don’t mean to denigrate these “get out of jail” card.) Haas Thanks Running Mates, side of the home, as not all homes are Peter Horn WHS GSA bovine beauties. After all, in recent years, Last, Ms. LePoivedin cited a few supportive of all orientations. In addi- bimbos have played critical roles in the claims of sexual harassment as evidence Co-ordinator, tion, we provide a forum for the discus- And Students and Faculty of Campaign Supporters, Opponent lives of the rich, famous and foolish, that Hooters is a veritable cesspool of sion of homosexual and bisexual issues including politicians, televangelists, ac- unbridled carnality. That’s just nonsense. WHS Gay-Straight Alliance I am writing to thank you for all that less hours. within the school, as well as at the na- Westfield you have done for me during my cam- Susan Jacobson, David Owens and tors and at least one president. It simply cannot be demonstrated that tional and international level. We en- paign for town council. Although I lost Maureen Rothfelder were candidates for Yet, despite my personal distaste for these claims are disproportionately com- gage in activities designed to raise aware- the election, I gained a great deal by council that I was proud to run with. Hooters and its adolescent fixation upon mon to Hooters and its clones. In fact, ness and education about homosexual- getting to know you. The process of Mark Ciarrocca and those who voted all things hypertrophic, it does not, in the based upon the case decisions reported ity, the importance of which was made www.goleader.com running for election is tiring and all- for him also deserve thanks. Mark ran a cosmic scheme of things, represent a in the New York Law Journal, sexual consuming. It would be an impossible good campaign. The residents of the clear, present or even remote danger to harassment occurs in all industries and task if it were not also rewarding. I thank third ward were given a spirited, posi- the health, well being or moral fiber of contexts, including stock brokerages, all of you who voted for me. Each vote tive, and hard fought election. They will our community. Hooters does not advo- universities and religious institutions. and each statement of support is trea- be well served by Mark. cate or condone lawbreaking of any sort. In summary, by not patronizing Hoot- HAPPY THANKSGIVING sured by me. I appreciate all of you who Lastly, but importantly, I owe an im- Its food, despite its questionable nutri- ers, Ms. LePoidevin may well avoid met me and who took time to speak with measurable debt to my family. They tional value, is not inherently hazardous gastric and emotional distress. How- FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS me during the campaign. Learning your gave me the time to campaign. It was and is not likely to be used to commit ever, just as she is free to eat anywhere thoughts, opinions and concerns about time that would have been theirs had I crimes, unlike the firearms sold by the she likes, Hooters guests should be able the town has been valuable to me. not been running. At this Thanksgiving Sports Authority only a mile away. to do the same without our fearing that I thank the people who ran my cam- dinner, I can say that I have been blessed What then, in Ms. LePoidevin’s esti- they will foment moral decay or cause paign: my campaign manager Ayse — by the neighbors I have and by the mation, qualifies Hooters for eternal social mayhem. Wronski, my treasurers, those who sent opportunity I was given. Thank you. damnation? Can it be that its titillating Robert Ratner cards or dropped literature for me, as appeal to testosterone-laden and taste- Westfield Councilman David Haas challenged men is – gasp! – obscene? well as many others. They invested count- Westfield Parking Deck, Residential-Retail Mixed Use Space is a Hard Sell Why isn’t anyone selling the public bumper stickers, door hangers, buttons, on the “Parking Deck-Residential-Re- and leaflets that are free for the mayor Bottom Row Left to Right: Matthew P. Chemidlin; Peter J. Chemidlin, President; Fred tail Mixed Use Space” proposals? and town council members to use if J. Chemidlin, CEO; Joseph P. Chemidlin, VP; WIlliam Achtel In recent months, dozens of letters to they ever really want to sell residents Top Row Left to Right: Edna Trujillo; Darraugh Valli; Diana Cilluffo; Neil Schembre; Emmy the editor, news stories, and televised on the “Parking-Residential-Retail Salerno; Steve Goldberg council meetings have provided testa- Mixed Use Space” proposals. How ment to the opinions of Westfield resi- about, “Stop And Shop And Park, And dents regarding the “Parking Deck-Resi- Rent Too!” One that might really be As you enjoy the holiday, dential–Retail Mixed Use Space” pro- catchy is “my kid is an honor student at posals currently being studied by the your school and we didn’t have to pay a town for the South Avenue and Elm dime for it!” And last, but not least, my may your lives abound with Street locations. all time favorite, “I - insert big red heart Questions have been raised about here – Sprawl!” gratitude, love & prosperity! the size, scope, safety, aesthetics, le- If you are looking for people op- gality, morality, financial viability, posed to the “deck” or those even in school impacts, and quality of life favor of the “deck,” I would urge the SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1960 hardships that will be encountered as mayor and council members to ask the the “Parking Deck-Residential-Retail right questions, in the right places, and Family Mixed Use Space” proposals move sell the redevelopment idea to resi- CALL TODAY FOR OUR closer to development. The voices I do dents. Once people know what you are Investors MARKET REPORT not hear, however, are the voices of selling, I guarantee they will not be Company the mayor, town council members, or buying, although they will be paying 265 South Avenue town council candidates, who are sell- for it, in many, many ways, for de- Fanwood NJ, 07023 908-322-1800 ing these projects to residents. cades to come. ® I suspect that if these “Parking-Resi- Member NASD & SIPC Kenneth Sumner Visit us on the web at www.familyinvestors.com dential-Retail Mixed-Use Spaces” were Westfield a good thing for Westfield, candidates and council members would be using them as a platform issue to rally around and claim for their own. However, no one is claiming responsibility for these structures, and no one is selling them to residents. The only ones that seem to be interested in selling this plan are the designers and builders, and they see their customers as the town council, not the town residents. The fact that remains is that most residents do not know that the “decks” will not only include parking, but these Free Checking. Perfected. will also include residential spaces (nearly 100 rental apartment units total), retail spaces, and a huge number of extra parking spaces to accommodate not only the commuters, but also new residents, new merchants, and new customers. Most people also do not know that these projects will be essen- tially tax free, completely bypassing Unlimited perfection! the school coffers. Unlimited checking with no minimum balance. Most people also do not know that My fi rst costs of parking permits will rise dra- No monthly service charge for 1st year. Still free after matically, and most people do not know check order 1 year by maintaining a $99 minimum daily balance. that the new structures will accommodate nearly twice as many cars as the was free. surface parking does now. …with perfectly free stuff!! Really free. sm Now that the elections are over, and Free Valley Check Card …free fi rst order of checks… no one bothered to sell the idea to voters, I challenge town officials to free on-line banking and bill payment. make a big push to sell this idea to residents. Beyond the obvious diffi- culty of coming up with a catchy “sales Now’s the perfect time to sign up!!! phrase” for a “Parking-Residential-Re- Although this offer is for new account holders only, we have similar tail Mixed Use Space,” I suspect it will great options for our current customers. Call 1-800-522-4100 be a hard sell. Perhaps that’s why the to get started…or stop in one of Valley’s 129 offi ces. question isn’t being raised in a referendum, and the proposal is not being sold to residents. Below are some catchy phrases I developed that can be used on Classifieds

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House Museum and Gardens in The first trip will be to the Newark Westchester, N.Y. is planned for Museum for a Quilt Exhibit, plus a Wednesday, May 5. visit to the Ballantine Mansion, on It will include a concert in the Wednesday, December 10. mansion’s Music Room, a guided The museum exhibit will trace the tour of 20 rooms featuring Eastern, evolution of quilts from a quasi-nec- Medieval and Renaissance art and essary domestic activity to a com- antiques, a buffet lunch and free time plex and artistic phenomenon. to browse the gardens. The $68 fee “Christmas at the Ballantine House: covers transportation, admission and Feasting with Family and Friends” lunch. Registration for this trip will will recreate a traditional Victorian close on Monday, April 19. holiday. The fee for this trip is $43 All trips are open to the public, and Miss Tracy Lynn Masino and Bryan Chabra per person and includes transporta- payment must accompany registration, admission and lunch. tion. Anyone who registers for two or On Thursday, April 1, there will be more trips at the same time will re- a trip to the New Jersey Performing ceive $5 off one trip. No refunds will Arts Center in Newark for a matinee be issued unless the seat can be sold. Miss Tracy Lynn Masino performance of Oliver! For more information, or to regis- The $59 fee includes transporta- ter, please call the Fanwood-Scotch tion and a ticket to the show. Seats Plains YMCA at (908) 889-8880 or To Marry Bryan Chabra are located in the Orchestra, Grand visit the Member Service Desk at Tier and First Tier sections and will 1340 Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. Mrs. Susan Masino-Johnson of Harbor and formerly of Westfield, is Little Egg Harbor, formerly of the stepdaughter of the late Walter J. Westfield, has announced the en- Johnson. La Leche League Reveals gagement of her daughter, Miss The bride-to-be is employed as an Tracy Lynn Masino, to Bryan Assistant Branch Manager at PNC Chabra of Little Egg Harbor, for- Bank in Atlantic City. Her fiancé is a Schedule For December merly of Piscataway. He is the son financial consultant with PNC Bank of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Chabra of in Egg Harbor Township. WESTFIELD – The La Leche meetings for mothers of infants and Piscataway. A wedding is planned for August League of Westfield, a breastfeeding babies may be obtained by calling Miss Masino, also of Little Egg of next year. information and support group, has (908) 889-0010, (908) 789-4772 or posted its schedule of upcoming (908) 233-7164. meetings. Meetings are held the first and Pneumonia Vaccination MR. AND MRS. 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Marries Dave Cacciatore from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Westfield with acquired or congenital heart next meeting for those with infants Vendors from Tupperware, the Pam- Municipal Building, located at 425 disease; chronic kidney disease, ane- and babies is December 18. pered Chef and Southern Living at Home Miss Silvana Nizzardo, the daugh- Michael Cacciatore and Paul East Broad Street. mia or diabetes; any chronic disorder Participants, who may bring their are expected to showcase their wares, ter of Mr. and Mrs. Michele Nizzardo Cacciatore, both of Scotch Plains; Pre-registration is mandatory and or conditions affecting respiratory children, have an opportunity to learn along with various jewelry, clothing, of Scotch Plains, was married on the bride’s brother, Marcello must be done by calling the health function, and conditions or therapy more about breastfeeding, ask ques- gift and stationary companies. Friday, July 18, to Dave Cacciatore. Nizzardo of Scotch Plains, and the department at (908) 789-4070 no that would lower an individual’s re- tions and meet other breastfeeding Proceeds raised from the various ven- He is the son of Leonard Cacciatore bride’s cousin, Ernestino Cerimele, later than Tuesday, November 25. sistance to infection. mothers. dors will be used by the Friends group of Bedminster and Ms. Susan also of Scotch Plains. No exceptions will be made. Medi- The health department serves resi- For more information about meet- to fund library programs and projects. Cacciatore of Scotch Plains. Both Miss Corina Checchio, age six, of care/Medicaid cards must be pre- dents of Westfield, Fanwood, ings for mothers of toddlers, please Vendors wishing to rent a table may the bride and bridegroom resided in Scotch Plains, the bride’s cousin, sented at the time of inoculation. Mountainside, Garwood, Springfield call (908) 889-0010 or (908) 527- call A. Fischer at (908) 518-9370. 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This is a short season, consisting of do not continue looking the same as Monday, November 24, at 7:45 p.m. Annual LEARN membership for the four Sundays before Christmas, the years go by, so that even the best of It will be held at the Parish House Registered Nurses is $40. Individu- and the intervening weeks. Advent times eventually become memories. of the All Saints’ Episcopal Church, als can attend at a guest fee of $10 per wreaths and Advent calendars mark While I hope the weeks ahead are located at 559 Park Avenue in Scotch program. For information, please off the days leading to the celebration filled with festive occasions for all to Plains. write to: LEARN, P.O. Box 6, Scotch of Jesus’ birth, and a new year’s worth enjoy, at best, these are temporary Laurie Ebner-Lyon, an Advanced Plains 07076 or call (908) 754-9499 of retelling the Christian story. diversions and not the source of long- Practice Nurse in Pediatric Rheuma- or (908) 272-7239. As with most new year’s obser- term fulfillment or happiness. tology with Hackensack University vances, whether religious or secular, The holidays that are about to fill Medical Center in Hackensack, will Library Collects Books there is an emphasis on taking stock. up our schedules exist on several CHORAL EVENSONG AT ST. PAUL’S…A choral evensong celebrating the be the guest speaker. Advent is a semi-penitential season, levels. To be sure, the more frivolous Feast of Christ the King will be sung by the St. Paul’s Choir this Sunday, She is responsible for the physical For Children In Need with a call to assess one’s attitudes, aspects are fun, and not to be over- November 23, at 4 p.m. The service will include works by Hancock, Walmisley, and psychosocial assessment, diag- WESTFIELD — The Westfield actions and spiritual health from the looked. But especially for anyone Wesley and Mathias. A reception will follow. The public is invited to attend. St. nosis and treatment of children and Memorial Library, located at 550 past year, while resolving to try to do who finds the holidays difficult, the Paul’s Church is located at 414 East Broad Street in Westfield, across from the adolescents with Rheumatic diseases. East Broad Street, is asking area better in the future. It is not exactly key is to look below the surface, Municipal Building. For more information, please call (908) 232-8506, exten- LEARN, a not-for-profit profes- residents to donate one or more books like January 1, because these resolu- because that is usually where to find sion no. 17. sional organization for New Jersey to the “Books for Kids” program for tions assume that success will de- God. Giving thanks, giving gifts, even Registered Nurses, offers eight pro- the holiday season. pend on God having a role. giving parties – it can all be seen as grams an academic year on current New or like-new books, appropri- It would be comforting to think reaching out to one another because Miller-Cory to Present nursing topics. Each program pro- ate for children from pre-school that with each new year, we are auto- we are all children of God. vides Continuing Education Contact through age 14, may be brought to matically wiser, more sensitive, and This gets us back to Advent. What Hours through the New Jersey State the library through Saturday, De- filled with greater understanding, just better time than a new year to re- Colonial Thanksgiving Nurses Association. cember 6. by virtue of having lived through member that no one has to go through This program has been approved The library is collecting these do- another year. life alone? What better time to de- WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory uled to begin at 4 p.m. Individuals for 2.4 Contact Hours. Additionally, nations as part of a statewide pro- It would be nice to think that each cide to go forward with the intention House Museum will feature its an- are also invited to visit the gift shop, gram sponsored by the New Jersey year increases our sense of compas- of making room – or making addi- nual Colonial Thanksgiving feast which is stocked with Colonial re- African Violet Society Library Association. sion, justice, tolerance – and whatever tional room – for God, whose com- demonstration over an open hearth productions, cookbooks and educa- Book donations may be placed in other admirable qualities come to mind. panionship is the key to being able to this Sunday, November 23, from 2 to tional materials. Slated to Meet Today the box located at the Circulation It would be nice, and to a certain experience a new sense of strength, 5 p.m. The museum is located at 614 The museum will be closed on SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union Desk. Multicultural books are par- extent, it may be true. But most of us hope and confidence? Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Sunday, November 30, but will County Chapter of the African Violet ticularly welcome. Last year, more have a long way to go…which should One of my favorite prayers from Laurie and Amy Mills of Fanwood present German Christmas Customs Society will meet at 1 p.m. today, than 13,000 books were distributed awaken feelings of gratitude for an- the Episcopal Church’s “Book of and Janet and Judy Murphy of and a “Visit from the Belsnickel” the Thursday, November 20, at the Scotch to disadvantaged children around the other chance to try to do better. Common Prayer” is simplicity itself Kenilworth will prepare the feast following Sunday, December 7. Plains Public Library, located at 1927 state. This is a complicated time of year. in its profoundly joyous reminder, using authentic recipes and cooking Admission to the museum is $2 Bartle Avenue in Scotch Plains. For more information, please call The various holiday celebrations on that God – by whatever name one methods. Taste treats will be avail- for adults and 50 cents for students. The program, “Getting Ready For (908) 789-4090 or visit the library’s all calendars make it potentially ex- calls God – is a part of every aspect able for visitors to sample. Children under age six will be ad- Show, Including Pros and Cons of website at www.wmlnj.org. citing but also difficult. The day be- of every life. A program on Colonial table cus- mitted for free. For information Disbudding,” will be presented by Fred fore Thanksgiving has traditionally The prayer is meant to be said in toms will be presented by Kathy about the museum, upcoming Hill, President of the Tristate African Prayer to been the busiest travel day of the the evening, and it asks God to “keep Dowling of Clark. events or volunteer opportunities, Violet Society. Anyone interested in year, and that is just the beginning. watch” over everyone during the Tours of the farmhouse will be please call the museum office at African violets is invited to attend. The Blessed Virgin night. Some people will be at work; Many people will go long dis- available, with the last tour sched- (908) 232-1776. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED tances to be home for one holiday or others will be asleep. Some people Prayer to will be awake as they wait for an VIRGIN: (Never known to fail). another – some expecting to recreate Oh most beautiful flower of Mount important event to take place. Others The Blessed Virgin wonderful past celebrations; others Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of will be unable to sleep because of Mountainside Library PRAYER TO THE BLESSED Toy Sale Continues grief. On any given night, some heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son VIRGIN: (Never known to fail) of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist people are weary, some are suffer- Through Saturday Oh most beautiful flower of Mount me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the ing, some are dying, and some are Sets Holiday Book Sale Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of heaven. SCOTCH PLAINS – The overcome with joy. The prayer asks Sea, help me show me herein, you MOUNTAINSIDE — The tional offerings, animal stories, ad- Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Im- are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service God to “keep watch” over them all. League’s Thrift Shop, located at 1730 Mountainside Public Library will venture tales and lots more. maculate Virgin, assist me in my neces- Mother of God, Queen of Heaven A good resolution for any new year hold a special Holiday Book Sale of The sale will continue until Christ- sity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me show East Second Street in Scotch Plains, is to know and feel that God is ever and Earth! I humbly beseech you new books only starting on Saturday, mas or until the supply of books is me herein, you are my mother. Oh Holy from the bottom of my heart to is holding its annual Gigantic Toy keeping watch, and to give thanks. Sale through Saturday, November November 29, at the library. depleted. All proceeds from the sale Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven succor me in this necessity. There 22. * * * * * New releases and brand new cop- will go toward materials and furnish- and Earth! I humbly beseech you from are none that can withstand your New and gently-used toys, stuffed The Reverend Rockman is Rector ies of previously published books ings for the library. the bottom of my heart to succor me in power. Oh, show me herein you animals and children’s books will be of the All Saints’ Episcopal Church, will be for sale. All hardcover copies The Mountainside Public Li- this necessity. There are none that can are my mother. Oh Mary, con- available for sale. Additionally, a located at 559 Park Avenue in Scotch will sell for $5; paperbacks will be brary is located at Constitution withstand your power. Oh, show me ceived without sin, pray for us six-room dollhouse will be on dis- Plains. priced at $3 each. Plaza, just off Birch Hill at New herein your are my mother. Oh Mary, who have recourse to thee. Holy play, complete with furniture and The selection will include gift Providence Road. For more infor- conceived without sin, pray for us who Mother, I place this cause in your family. First Baptist Invites All books, fiction, bestsellers, history, mation, please call (908) 233- have recourse to thee. Holy Mother, I hands (3X). Holy Spirit, you who 0115. The dollhouse will be offered as a biographies, self-help and inspira- place this cause in your hands (3X). Holy solve all problems, light all roads drawing prize. No purchase is neces- To Adult Sunday School Spirit, you who solve all problems, light so that I can attain my goal. You sary to enter. Interested individuals WESTFIELD – The First Baptist • Free Wireless High Speed all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to Internet Connection are asked to visit the shop and re- Church in Westfield, located at 170 who gave me the devine gift to forgive forgive and forget all evil against quest the special entry form. 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SCOTCH PLAINS — Local Cub The scouts will return to pick up Torah Center in Westfield has launched The following Jewish leaders will be Scout and Boy Scout troops joined those filled bags between 9 a.m. and its fall semester of “The Jewish Lit- discussed: forces this year for the annual Scout- noon on Saturday, November 22. eracy Program” – an adult education “The King’s Viceroy — Rabbi ing for Food campaign – the Boy Items most needed are canned program that will take place through Samuel Hanagid 993-1056”; “Sweet Scout organization’s national good goods (soup, meat, vegetables, fruit Wednesday, December 17. The fol- Singer of Israel – Rabbi Judah Halevi turn that benefits individuals and and tuna fish); peanut butter and lowing courses will be available: 1068-1148”; “Greatest of the Great – families in need. jelly; pasta sauce and pasta, and dry A Hebrew Reading – Level 1 Crash Rambam-Maimonides 1135-1270,” Scouting for Food bags were placed cereal. Nothing perishable or out- Course is being held Monday eve- and “The Great Debate – Ramban- on front porches in Scotch Plains and dated can be utilized. Last year, nings on November 24 and Decem- Nachmonides 1195-1270.” Fanwood on or about November 15. Fanwood and Scotch Plains residents ber 1, 8 and 15. Rabbi Noam Rabbi Mitchell Bomrind of Kean contributed over 4,000 bags of food. Lichtman, a Hebrew reading teacher, University and the Jewish Educa- Mental Health Services Besides Scouting for Food, the will present the course. There is a tional Center in Elizabeth will give Boy Scouts have a long tradition of $36 charge. the course. There is a $36 charge for To be Topic of NAMI community service, including man- Participants will learn how to read the lecture series, or $10 per lecture. COUNTY — The Union County ning the Recycling Center, projects Hebrew so they can review their A Talmud course will be offered Chapter of the National Alliance for at the libraries and a range of diverse children’s schoolwork with them and on Wednesdays, November 19, De- the Mentally Ill (NAMI) will hold a Eagle Scout projects. free public presentation on Tuesday, follow along in the Hebrew at their cember 3, 10 and 17. Participants SOUNDS OF JOY…Temple Sholom, which currently operates out of the synagogue. This course is being held will learn how to navigate Jewish Fanwood Presbyterian Church, will present its monthly Shabbat Pray and Play November 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Thrift Shop to Host in conjunction with the National Jew- law and tradition, with both the origi- program this Saturday, November 22, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Osceola Presbyterian Church, located ish Outreach program, nal text and the accompanying com- program, designed for children from infants through age four and a caring at 1689 Raritan Road in Clark. Christmas Boutique A history course entitled “Great mentaries, spanning two millennium. adult, combines music, movement and other activities to create a fun, interac- The topic will be the NJ Program SCOTCH PLAINS – The annual Heroes in Jewish History – A Taste of Rabbi Levi Block of the Torah Cen- tive worship experience. of Assertive Community Treatment Christmas Boutique will open on Spain” will take place on Tuesday ter will give this course. (PACT). In her talk, guest speaker Tuesday, December 2, at the Thrift evenings beginning November 25 and All classes will take place at 8 p.m. Gina Verne will focus on “NJ PACT: Shop, 1730 E. Second Street, Scotch at the Torah Center, located at 418 Temple Sholom to Hold History, Services and Requirements.” Plains. Central Avenue in Westfield. Reser- A question-and-answer period will Hundreds of brand new items, See it all on the Web! vations are preferred but not required. follow and refreshments will be which have been collected all year, - For more information, please call the Shabbat Pray and Play served. holiday decorations, toys and cloth- www.goleader.com center at (908) 789-5252. Ms. Verne is the Coordinator of the ing - will be on sale. The sale will FANWOOD — Temple Sholom, The program utilizes music, cre- NJ Statewide PACT Training and continue throughout December with which recently relocated from ative movement, instrument and Technical Assistance Center. She is stock replenished daily until we run Plainfield to the Fanwood Presby- parachute play, as well as puppetry, the PACT Director for Bridgeway out. Come and shop early to take Wesley Hall Nursery School terian Church, has announced that to create a fun, interactive worship Rehabilitation Services and provides advantage of this incredible sale. its Shabbat Pray and Play program experience especially designed for assistance for 31 PACT teams Store hours are Tuesday through 1 East Broad St., Westfield will be held again this Saturday, the young child. Families sit on the throughout New Jersey. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Fri- (908) 233 - 9570 November 22, from 11:15 a.m. to floor in a circle singing, celebrat- She previously worked in the men- day and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 12:30 p.m. ing and playing together. tal health field in the areas of resi- Donations are accepted during regu- Shabbat Pray and Play is designed This two-year-old program is led dential services, partial hospitaliza- lar shop hours. All Thrift Shop prof- for children from birth to age four by Jewish Educator Michelle tion programs, and outpatient coun- its go to local charities. Morning & Afternoon Sessions for Ages 21/2 to 4+. and a caring adult. It includes a Shapiro Abraham and student can- seling. The Thrift Shop will close after 1 bagel brunch and play time in the tor Shira Nafshi. Interested indi- Bridgeway Rehabilitation Services p.m. on Saturday, December 20 for Team Teaching by Experienced Teachers. preschool playroom or outdoor viduals are asked respond by call- seeks to teach self-management of the remainder of 2003. Spacious Indoor & Outdoor Play Areas. playground. All are welcome and ing the Temple Sholom office at mental illness; promote community For more information, please call there is no fee. (908) 889-4900. integration; prevent unnecessary psy- the shop at (908) 322-5420. Lunch & Enrichment Classes Available. chiatric hospitalizations; enhance quality of life and achieve positive outcomes. For more information, St. Bart’s Rosarians GUARANTEE SUCCESS IN SCHOOL please call (908) 233-1628. Plan Christmas Party We are entering our 52nd year of providing With One-on-One Tutoring In Your Home! SPBPA to Present SCOTCH PLAINS – St. quality programming for the pre-school child! 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 20, 2003 Page 9 NAMI Seeks Donations CSH Requests Donations For Holiday Star Project For Annual Toy Drive AREA — The National Alliance note that the contribution is for the for the Mentally Ill (NAMI), Union Holiday Star Project. The deadline MOUNTAINSIDE – Children’s gines and cars; Magna Doodle Draw- County Chapter, will distribute holi- for gift collection is Tuesday, Novem- Specialized Hospital (CSH) has ing Boards; fat Crayola Crayons and day gifts to individuals who attend ber 25. NAMI will deliver all gifts to launched its 2003 Holiday Toy Drive coloring books; Play Doh; toddler the Union County Psychiatric Clinic UCPC in mid-December. for children who are facing rehabili- sweat outfits and socks, or Toys R us (UCPC) Behavioral Healthcare in tative/habilitative challenges during gift certificates/gift cards. Plainfield. Nominees Sought the holiday season. Adolescent (ages 5 to 8): Crayola UCPC offers out-patient, indi- Donations of toys and clothing Craft kits; Crayola crayons (eight to vidual, group and family therapies, For Women in must be new. CSH’s Infection Con- 24 crayons in the box) and coloring counseling and medical monitoring. trol Policy prohibits the hospital from books; action figures; Matchbox cars, Vocational rehabilitation and social/ Excellence Awards accepting stuffed animals or used trucks and airplanes; Nerf basket- recreational activities are also pro- AREA – The Union County Board toys. balls/footballs; Koosh balls; plastic vided. of Chosen Freeholders and the Com- Toys should not be wrapped, as Slinky, sweat top and sweat pants NAMI is asking members of the mission on the Status of Women are they need to be sorted and distributed and crew socks. community to support its Holiday accepting nominations for the 12th according to each child’s develop- Pre-Teen (ages 9 to 12): Connect Star Project. A cash contribution is Annual Women of Excellence mental level, not chronological age. Four/Othello/checkers/chess/ back- preferred, rather than to purchase a Awards. Donations should be delivered to the gammon games; Uno cards and regu- gift directly. Gifts will then be pur- “The commission is looking for hospital before Wednesday, Decem- lar playing cards; remote control cars; chased from a large department store outstanding women nominees of ber 3, to allow sufficient time for art and craft kits; Crayola Marker such as Kohl’s or Wal-Mart at dis- Union County who have distinguished sorting and distribution. CSH is also sets; disposable cameras and pocket counted prices. Gift selections will themselves in one or more of the in need of holiday wrapping paper, photo albums; desk/table top 2004 be tailored by gender, size and cost following categories: arts and humani- A SON SOARS ON EAGLE’S WINGS…Tom Ritter of Scotch Plains recently gift bags and batteries (all sizes). calendars; sweat tops and pants, and and will be free of sales tax. ties; business/entrepreneur; commu- became an Eagle Scout – the highest rank in Boy Scouting – at a ceremony at St. The following is a Holiday Gift athletic socks. Personal care items such as shav- nity service; education; government; Bartholomew the Apostle Interparochial School. The new Eagle’s father, also Wish List that individuals may use Teens (ages 13 and up): Hand held ing cream, perfume, shampoo and law; law enforcement; medicine/ named Tom, is pictured presenting the award to his son, as the scout’s mother, Deb, looks on. for consideration when making do- computer games; art and craft kits; other toiletries are especially wel- health care; and/or women’s advo- nations: Walkman hand held CD player or comed. Those who wish to may pur- cacy,” said Freeholder Chairwoman Infants (Birth to age 1): Musical crib CD boom boxes and music CDs; chase any of these items, as well as Deborah Scanlon, liaison to the Com- Local Scout Tom Ritter mobiles and music boxes, crib mirrors Sam Goody, Barnes and Noble, Lin- articles of clothing such as winter mission on the Status of Women. and light up crib toys; infant rattles and ens and Things, etc. gift certificates/ scarves, gloves or hats. New items The women selected from the developmental red/black/white high gift cards; AT&T phone cards; DVD only are requested. They may then nominees will be honored at The Achieves Eagle Status contrast toys; nesting toys and stack- or VCR movie tapes; Sony or Lowes be dropped off at various locations. Westwood, 438 North Avenue in ing rings; plastic beads and blocks; movie passes; chap stick; watches; For directions to a convenient drop- Garwood on Friday, March 12, 2004 SCOTCH PLAINS — Tom Ritter mer camps. teething rings; soft squeeze toys; cloth backpacks; sweat tops and sweat off location, please call: Cranford at 7 p.m. of Scotch Plains received the Boy Tom’s Eagle Scout project involved or heavy cardboard picture books; pants and athletic socks; team base- area, Sandy at (908) 272-8049; To submit a nomination, please send Scout of America’s Eagle Scout the repainting of a large map of the Fisher Price tape players and children’s ball caps and team sports T-shirts or Westfield area, Mary Jo at (908) 233- a cover letter, resume and biographi- Award – its highest honor – during a United States on the playground of cassettes (baby lullaby, sing-along, jerseys. 0462, or New Providence area, Jackie cal statement about the woman, high- ceremony September 6 at St. St. Bartholomew School that was etc.); Babies R Us gift certificates/gift For further information, please call at (908) 464-1712. lighting her accomplishment in a par- Bartholomew the Apostle originally painted by the AT&T Pio- cards; stretch infant one-piece outfits, CSH’s Volunteer Services Depart- To make a cash donation, please ticular category to Joan Abitante, 322 Interparochial School in Scotch neers. To enhance the project, he “onezies,” and infant socks. ment at (908) 233-3720, extension mail a check, payable to “NAMI Union Dietz Street, Roselle, 07203. For more Plains. also painted on the playground a list Preschool (ages 1 to 4): Cause/ no. 5379, for further information. County” to Ms. Davison, 15 Jones information, please contact Mrs. Tom was active in scouting for 10 of the states as they entered the Union, effect push button toys that light up/ Individuals are asked to call to make Drive, New Providence, 07974. Please Abitante at (908) 241-4889. years, all with the scout troop spon- along with their capitals. make sounds or play music; wooden an appointment before dropping off sored by St. Bartholomew. Over the A 2003 graduate of Union Catho- block sets; shape containers; peg or donations. years, he held various positions within lic High School in Scotch Plains, the large piece wooden puzzles; picture All deliveries and drop-offs will the troop. new Eagle Scout is the son of Tom matching or memory games; large be accepted at the East Wing en- More Letters to the Editor He also participated in several and Deb Ritter. He is attending beads to string; Fisher Price toys trance, located to the right of the scouting activities, including Scout- Stevens Institute of Technology in (doctor kits, etc.); V-Tech electronic hospital at 150 New Providence Road ing For Food, working at the local Hoboken, where he is majoring in toys; small, durable trucks, fire en- in Mountainside. Friendliness of Holiday Season Should Recycling Center and attending sum- computer science. Be Spread to Neighbors Year Round Lupus Chapter Schedules As the holiday season approaches (one for one another. Going forward we can PERFECT PAINTING, INC. can argue it’s already here given the seek to resolve our disputes in a con- ✺ HEPA Vacuum Sanding System displays in retail stores), our moods typi- structive manner. We can drive a little Meeting For This Monday cally become festive. We start in late slower and with more caution. We can ✺ House & Deck Power Washing November by giving thanks for the bless- be part of the political process without COUNTY – The Union Branch of trollable in most people today, it ✺ Free Estimates, Fully Insured ings life has bestowed upon us. For the throwing spears or barbs at our political the Lupus Foundation of America, can be fatal and there is still no ✺ Residential or Commercial next month or so, we might feel rushed opponents and elected officials. 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I our differences and act like we’re on the ✺ 25 Years of Experience wonder if it’s possible for us to project same team. room A at Union Hospital, 1000 vides patient and family support 100s of these good tidings beyond the New Year This is the approach we learned as Galloping Hill Road in Union. services, information and referrals Satisfied ✺ Custom Detail Work celebration. children at home, in school and in our The topic will be announced at and public education about lupus, Area ✺ Exteriors, Interiors We definitely acted nicer toward each respective religious institutions. Only the time of the meeting. Members, and also funds lupus research Customers other after 9/11/01. Our nation banded by setting a good example can we de- families, friends and the general projects. ✺ General Carpentry together. Religious, racial and cultural mand the same behavior of our children. public are invited to attend. There is no charge to attend. For lines became blurred. Unfortunately, it Who knows, if we behave this way in Lupus is a chronic, inflammatory further information about the meet- seems that it took a tragedy to bring out Westfield it may become contagious (908) 272-4456 our good nature. In a few months time, and spread to the rest of the country. disease that afflicts an estimated ing or about lupus, please call the however, we lapsed back to the name- Happy holidays and beyond, neigh- two million Americans. Lupus can Foundation office in Elmwood Park Owner on Job No Subs calling antics that have become all too bors. affect the skin, joints, heart, lungs, at (201) 791-7868. familiar. And each year, almost like Lance Tupper kidneys, brain and other parts of the clockwork, our social graces degenerate Westfield body. Although the disease is con- as soon as the calendar changes to Janu- Ask Us About Our Holiday Baskets ary. JOIN THE SQUAD!! We can go on calling each other “right- wing fascists” or “commie liberals,” Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad mimicking various talk radio and televi- seeks volunteers sion show hosts and their guests. We can to train as EMTs and Dispatchers. continue to think in terms of the “Jews” EMTs: Weekday (9am–1pm & 1–5pm) slots perfect for parents of school age children versus the “anti-Semites” depending on Dispatchers: 2 hrs/wk (daytime) and some weekend time required one’s view concerning expansion of the Childcare reimbursement is available! Temple parking lot. We can continue to Happyappy Thanksgiving spew vitriol at our public servants, be it Call the recruiting committee at the President, congressman/congress- (908) 233-2500 or woman or the mayor of this town. We Stop by to pick up an application can keep driving haphazardly by ex- 335 Watterson St. • Westfield, NJ Open Central Avenue ceeding the speed limits, tailgating and Open refusing to use turn signals. 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Burial took Born and raised in Westfield, she place at Fairview Cemetery in Was United States Army Veteran Books at Arboretum Shop lived in Mountainside for the past 56 Westfield. John Henry Bade, Jr., 85, died on Dorothy H. Cameron Cannon. years. Arrangements were by the Dooley Saturday, November 1, at the Sun- Surviving, in addition to his wife, SUMMIT — Author Arthur In addition to “Gardening in Eden,” Mrs. DeRosa had owned and oper- Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- rise Assisted Living Cen- are a stepdaughter, Laura Vanderbilt, 2nd will sign copies of Mr. Vanderbilt has written “Fortune’s ated J & M Market in Mountainside enue in Westfield. ter in Boulder, Colo. Cannon of Boulder, and his latest book, “Gardening in Eden: Children,” “Golden Days” and “The from 1969 to 1989 with her husband November 20, 2003 Born on December 21, two stepsons, Steve Can- The Joys of Planning and Tending a Making of a Bestseller.” and two sons. 1917, in Brooklyn, N.Y., non of Boulder and Mike Garden,” at The Garden Shop of the The Garden Shop at Reeves-Reed She was predeceased by a grand- Georgette Bengue, 82 the son of John H. Bade, Cannon of Union, Ore. Reeves-Reed Arboretum on Satur- Arboretum raises funds for the non- daughter, Tricia DeRosa. Sr. and Bertha Wehmann A private family cel- day, December 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. profit conservancy. Staffed entirely Surviving are her husband of 55 Georgette Beams Bengue, 82, of Mountainside died on Sunday, No- Bade, he had lived in ebration of life service In the book, published this year by by volunteers, the shop is open Mon- years, Frank Martin DeRosa; two Westfield for 59 years be- has been held. Simon and Schuster, Mr. Vanderbilt day through Saturday from 10 a.m. sons, Frank A. DeRosa and Raymond vember 16, at her residence. Born in Garden City, N.Y., she fore recently moving to The M.P. Murphy & writes about his experiences coaxing to 4 p.m. and is located at 165 Hobart P. DeRosa; a daughter, Angela Boulder. Associates Funeral Di- a garden out of his property in the Avenue in Summit. Maiorana; her son-in-law, John lived in Mountainside for 40 years. A 1938 graduate of Scotch Plains- Mr. Bade was a retired rectors of Lafayette, Watchung Mountains. The author In addition to gardening books, Maiorana; two daughters-in-law, plans to donate royalties from books the shop sells gifts and garden deco- Fanwood High School, she attended accountant for a New John Henry Bade, Jr. Colo. handled the ar- Donna DeRosa and Lee DeRosa; York City insurance com- rangements. sold at The Garden Shop to the rations. For more information, please nine grandchildren, Frank A. DeRosa, the National Park College, a finish- ing school in Forrest Glen, Md. She pany. Memorial contributions may be Reeves-Reed Arboretum. call (908) 277-1190. Jr., Kathleen DeRosa, Lindsay He served in the United States made in his name to All Season’s Maiorana, Michelle Maiorana, Jo- graduated in 1941 from the Faegin School of Dramatic Arts in Army in Alaska during World War II Chalice/StarHouse, P.O. Box 2180, seph DeRosa, Terese Maiorana, and was a member of the Methodist Boulder, Colo. 80306 or to the Ameri- Nicholas DeRosa, Emily DeRosa and Rockefeller Center, N.Y. Mrs. Bengue was a member of the Church. can Cancer Society, 2130 Mountain Rives DeRosa, and many nieces and He married his first wife, Anna View Avenue, Suite A, Longmont, nephews. Mountainside Women’s Club and the Paper Mill Ladies Guild. She was Lillian Dale, in 1947. She predeceased Colo. 80501. also an active bridge player at The him in 1971. In 1976, he married November 20, 2003 DEATH NOTICE Connection in Summit. Ann Kathryn Kerwin, 6 She was predeceased by her husband, Roger E. Bengue, in 1997. Ann Kathryn Kerwin, 6, of Dallas, Surviving are a daughter, Michelle Community News Tex. died on Wednesday, October Bengue; three grandchildren and a 15. She was struck by a car while great-grandson. walking to school. A memorial Mass was held yester- Fanwood to Ring In Holidays Born in Dallas, she lived in Great day, Wednesday, November 19, at Falls, Va. for the past three years and the Our Lady of Lourdes Roman had recently moved back to Dallas. Catholic Church in Mountainside. With Celebration December 7 Surviving are her parents, Colin Cremation and burial were private. and Barbara Kerwin; her little sister, Arrangements were under the di- FANWOOD – Fanwood’s celebra- in the train station’s Community Erin Marie, 4, and her grandparents, rection of the Gray Funeral Home, tion of the holiday season will take Room, take pictures with them and Robert and Marianne Kerwin of 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. place on Sunday, December 7, be- listen to their Christmas wishes until Westfield and William and Eleanor tween 2 and 5 p.m. at the north side about 4:45 p.m. The Fanwood Junior HONORED WOMEN…Members of Club ’43, an organization of Westfield Memorial donations may be made women, were honored at a recent reception at the Summit headquarters of the Pace of Great Plains, Mo. to the Paper Mill Playhouse, train station. Women’s Club will sponsor Santa’s A Funeral Mass was offered on North Jersey affiliate of the Susan Komen Foundation. The local group marked Brookside Drive, Millburn 07041. The day before, Saturday, Decem- activities. its members’ joint 60th birthdays this year by sponsoring “60 for 60,” a walk Saturday, October 18, at the Christ November 20, 2003 ber 6, merchants, civic organizations Posters painted by school district the King Church in Dallas. around the Mindowaskin Park bandstand, and raised more than $14,000 for the and individuals will have completed children in grades 2 to 8 will be Komen affiliate to support breast cancer research. Deborah Belfatto, Executive Memorial donations may be made Library Friends Seek their decorating of Christmas trees displayed in the area. A team will Director of the affiliate, presented gifts to the Club ’43 members. in the name of Ann Kathryn Kerwin Items For Holiday Sale in the downtown area, which will be judge their work and prizes will be to: University Park Civic Founda- reviewed by a team of judges. awarded to the winners. tion, City of University Park, 3800 SCOTCH PLAINS – The Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library Winners will be announced and Additionally, there will be free pony Westfield Library Invites Kids University Boulevard, Dallas, Tex. prizes awarded at the celebration on rides and refreshments, music by a are asking area residents to donate 75205. Sunday afternoon. disk jockey, and a contest for both November 20, 2003 used videos, compact disks, audio To ‘Pajama Party Storytime’ cassettes and books-on-tape to the Besides the decorated trees, lighted children and adults to guess the num- wreaths will hang from the Victorian ber of lights on the community Christ- library. WESTFIELD — The Westfield In-person registration is required MASTER lamps. mas Tree, with a prize to be awarded. These items will be resold at the Memorial Library will hold a Pa- and will begin on Monday, December Friends’ second annual Pre-Christ- Santa will arrive by train at the There will also be a special performer jama Party Storytime for children 1, at the Children’s Desk. Children MEMORIALS north side train station at about 3 on hand to entertain the children. mas Audio/Visual sale, to be held on ages three to six on Wednesday, De- must be Westfield Library cardholders p.m., to be greeted by families and Around dusk, the Mayor will offi- 524 Central Avenue Saturday, December 13, at the li- cember 10, at 7 p.m. to participate and must be the appro- brary. carolers from Scotch Plains-Fanwood ciate at a ceremony to light the com- Youngsters, accompanied by an priate age for the program. Westfield, NJ High School. munity Christmas Tree in the north The Friends are seeking profes- adult, will join the children’s librar- The library is located at 550 East Santa will then visit with children side park of the train station. (908) 233-2350 sionally-made videos and compact ians for bedtime stories, a simple Broad Street. For more information, disks only – not home movies or craft and video, along with hot cocoa please call (908) 789-4090 or visit television shows or compact disks and cookies. Pajamas are recom- the library’s website at taped from the radio. mended. www.wmlnj.org. Desired items include films, docu- Designer • Builders of fine mentaries, how-to and exercise videos, and especially children’s vid- MONUMENTS eos, as well as music of all kinds. Recent Home Sales MARKERS Items should be in very good condi- MAUSOLEUMS tion, since they will be resold. Westfield for the $340,000. Last year, the Friends were able to Week of October 27 Donald and Vicki Curry to Lettered • Cleaned donate more than $700 to the library William Weldon, IV to John and Eleanore Walker and Et Als, Trust- as a result of their Pre-Christmas Kelly Kessler, 424 Hillside Avenue, ees, 748 Fairacres Avenue, $586,000. Tim Doerr Audio/Visual Sale. The goal is to $1,750,000. Michael and Cathleen Conte to Bruce Bauer reach $1,000 in 2003. Robert and Patricia Porta to John Lyle and Keira Karlin, 551 Washing- (established 1939) Anyone wishing to donate videos, and Judith O’Connell, 7 ton Street, $470,000. compact disks and books-on-tape, as Cowperthwaite Square, $500,000. Dorothy Houston to John and Maria Also: 300 Rt. 37 East well as audio cassettes, may bring Carmine and Linda Venezia to Marquet, 542 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ them to the library between 9 a.m. James Salvato and Judi Jo Fuoti, 576 $395,000. and 4 p.m. The library is located at Chestnut Street, West, $670,000. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 20, 2003 Page 11 Turkeys, Donations Sought Concepts & Thought THE STUDENT VIEW By DECA Pupils for Dinner The weekly column written by local high school students SCOTCH PLAINS — DECA stu- over the weekend of October 25-26,” dents at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood said coordinator Nick Bruno. The pro- High School (SPFHS) will hold its ceeds funded the annual Halloween Gay-Straight Alliance Wants 13th Annual Thanksgiving Day Din- party for Interfaith Council children. ner for the homeless and needy fami- DECA supplied costumes, food and lies at the Black United Fund Com- games for the children who attended. To Clear Their Reputation munity Center Complex, located at Following the Thanksgiving Day Joan Costello West Seventh Street and Central Dinner, DECA will hold its Annual By JORDAN ZAKARIN would have talked to me, Mr. Horn or Avenue in Plainfield. Toy Drive and Adopt-A-Family pro- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the (school) district,” said Dr. Petix. Third Grade Teacher Turkey donations from members grams for the holiday season. Any They lounged on couches. They ate “So my feeling is that he was stirring of the public are sought. residents, businesses, or organiza- baked goods. They laughed. They up the issue of what the tax payers are McGinn Elementary School, Scotch Plains Attendees will also be given extra tions that are interested in assisting talked about pertinent world issues. allowing at the school.” By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN find anything you want in that book.” portions so they can enjoy leftovers the upcoming activities may call Sounds like a normal night in the lives Many members could not under- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times When asked if there was a specific the following day. DECA at (908) 889-8600. of a group of teenagers? Well, it should, stand why people would be insulted Age: 61 author or book series her children For the 13th consecutive year, DECA because that’s exactly what it was. by their organization. Hometown: Raised in New York were drawn to, she said, “If you has worked with the Interfaith Council The Westfield High School Gay- Senior Jason Kolterjahn viewed City, Mrs. Costello has lived in Scotch make it exciting, whatever you teach of Union County, a non-profit organi- Straight Alliance (GSA), which re- most students as either accepting or Plains for approximately 36 years. them is like osmosis. You see the zation that provides for the needs of Far Brook cently came under fire in a letter to The JOY oblivious. Education: At the City College of excitement generated homeless families in the area. OR , THE T F Y Westfield Leader and The Scotch “It’s really only some parents that U AL New York, she re- in the child. ‘Listen DECA is planning several activi- O S Plains-Fanwood Times, held a special H O rarely do care. The kids don’t really ceived a Bachelor of ties for hundreds of children and S to the language, look S Y I meeting on Wednesday night to dis- care at all,” he said. N Science degree in at the pictures and their families currently being assisted E G cuss the content of what they labeled a H Senior Rory Rivendale agreed, Education. Next, she how they correlate by the Interfaith Council. The first of T misunderstanding within the letter. saying that the issue “is not just what obtained a masters with the text,’ I tell these events was a canister drive. Nearly 30 students and four fac- we’re about. It’s not about tolerance. degree in Education them.” “Thanks to community contributions, ulty members attended the meeting, It’s about understanding,” alluding at Kean University, as “I am very big DECA raised approximately $3,000 F L many of whom confessed that they to the problems some may have with well as Early Child- A O about having the chil- R B O were drawn to their first interaction the assembly of the club. hood Certification. dren make connec- WHS Science Wing Tour ROOK SCH with the club by the letter. Other “You can’t just deny people a place Additionally, Mrs. tions between what more veteran members attended to to talk about what they’re feeling just Costello holds 35 ex- they are reading and To be Televised on TV-36 a small school voice their displeasure and discuss because some people may get of- tra credits in the edu- what is going on in WESTFIELD – Westfield TV-36 of uncommon quality methods of respectful response. fended,” said junior Andrew Emmet. cation field. their worlds,” she will televise “A Tour of Westfield where education is There is no official membership to The perception that the GSA pro- Previous Experi- added. the GSA, as it is a club that many High School’s New Science Wing” moted sex was a major issue to a ence: Since she The Future of Edu- on November 26, Thanksgiving Day, considered an Art. people are afraid to join. Those who majority of members. graduated college, cation in America: “I attend the meetings are considered at 8 and 10 a.m., 12, 2, 4, 7 and 9 p.m. Far Brook is a small, Junior Katie Okamoto remarked, before officially mov- Joan Costello think it is headed in a On Saturday, November 29, the part of the club, but there is no offi- “He just made an assumption, and I ing to Scotch Plains, positive direction. I coeducational day cial count or list. Because the group tour will be shown at 10 a.m., 12, 2, don’t think someone can make an Mrs. Costello has been a teacher in think that everybody is aware that we 4, 7, 9, and 11 p.m. The tour will also school in Short Hills for encompasses issues that are perti- assumption from one ad, about what the Scotch Plains-Fanwood public need to do whatever we need to do children from Nursery nent to the whole school, it feels as if be televised on Sunday, November we do and talk about.” school district. Taking only a brief for the best of the children so they 30, at 10 a.m., 12, 2 and 4 p.m. it should not be exclusive. “(It’s wrong and immoral) If you’re through the Eighth hiatus to have her four children, she can enjoy the school experience,” “The new state-of-the-art science grade. Since 1948, Far Three faculty members, who at- going to have sex, let alone a gay has taught Pre-Kindergarten, kinder- stated Mrs. Costello. “I don’t always tended as interested parties, were wing at Westfield High School is lifestyle. I mean, sheesh, what are garten, first grade, fourth grade and agree with what the government of- something to see,” said Principal Brook has offered its English and Project 79 teacher Peter you thinking,” Andrew stated with a third grade. She began her career ficials decide, because I think they students an innovative Horn, mathematics teacher Martin Robert Petix, “and now you can tour hint of sarcasm. teaching third graders and has come are too far removed from the class- it without stepping out of your home.” and challenging Maruschak and health teacher Susan Students and faculty members at full circle teaching that level cur- room experience, but their hearts are “The addition and renovations to academic curriculum in Kolesar. the meeting unanimously agreed that rently. in the right place.” During Wednesday night’s meet- our 50-year old high school have which great music, they should write a letter in response Why does Mrs. Costello like teach- My Goal As an Educator: “The been made possible through the sup- ing, senior Steve Fromtling said, “The to Mr. O’Brien’s letter about the club ing third grade the best? goal I have had all along is to light literature and art are a big issue is not that one man is mad port of Westfield voters who approved and its goals. They believe such a “They’re still excited about learn- that fire of being a lifelong learner. the public bond referendum in De- natural part of each at us, it’s that a good amount of letter would make the club’s mission ing and still sweet and innocent, able Just because you leave the classroom people who read this now have the cember 2000,” said Superintendent child’s daily life. more public, and would educate the to do things so you can challenge or the school doesn’t mean you stop of Schools Dr. William Foley. perception presented in his letter. author of the letter, as well as people them, setting a high bar for them and learning,” she said. The headline says it all.” “Now that the science wing is fully who may agree with the feelings they will try to achieve it,” she said. Although she is not sure when she operational and many of the renova- Steve is referring to the headline in stated in the letter. “Whereas in kindergarten and first will retire, Mrs. Costello would like OPEN HOUSE a letter published in the November 6 tions to the original building have Tuesday, December 2 Those who attended also insisted grades, you have high expectations to move to Colonial Williamsburg, been completed, we wanted Westfield edition, which was written by that they saw this not as an attack, but but they are different expectations.” Va., where she would continue to Westfield resident Michael O’Brien. residents to see the results of their RSVP: (973) 379-3442 as an opportunity. I Knew I Reached My Students educate visitors as a docent. support. Thanksgiving is a perfect The headline read, “Parent Feels High Rory, “(The author’s feelings) When: The day before she spoke “I’ve always been a teacher. You School Should Not Have Organiza- time to show our appreciation and to Far Brook School don’t make him wrong, and our re- with The Westfield Leader and The can ask my brothers and they’ll tell make the televised tour available to tion to Promote Sex.” sponse doesn’t make us wrong.” Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, one 52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills you that at six years old I was playing families, including students returning www.farbrook.org WHS Principal Dr. Robert Petix, a As Andrew said, however, the club of Mrs. Costello’s students ap- school. It was inbred. I see myself as home for the holidays,” he explained. All decisions on admissions are made well-known supporter of the GSA, would not allow the letter to faze proached her, saying, “Wow! I can’t a lifelong learner and I don’t see that told the students and other faculty Following each tour, the traditional without regard to race, religion, sex or them. To allow the letter and false believe there would be any other stopping when I retire,” she said. Football Classics will be shown. national origin. members that they needed to under- claims to go without a response third grade where learning could be Home Life: Married to her hus- stand what the author of the letter would be, “inviting people to make this much fun.” Due to her extensive band, Vincent, for about 37 years, was trying to get across and what fun of me, to look over it, to burn me teaching experience, it was difficult one of her sons is an engineer, audience he was targeting. and everything about me, like the to pinpoint one specific time when while an older son is a Chief Finan- “My feeling is that if he (the author) original definition of faggot the proverbial light bulb has gone on, cial Officer for a company. An- really wanted to know about GSA, he connotates.” Small groups & Low tuition however she has seen it happen many other son is a musician and her Improve 100, 150, 200 + points times. daughter is a dancer. The Costello Powerful test taking tips Frozen Turkeys Collected “I’ve been told by a parent that children live in a cross-section of Certified Teachers their child would rather go to Barnes Boston, New York City, San Diego OUR 27TH YEAR OF SERVICE & Noble than Toys ‘R’ Us,” she said, and Chicago. At Franklin Elementary when commenting about how she “They’re all doing what they want CHATHAM, SCOTCH PLAINS, SUMMIT stresses the importance of reading in METUCHEN, EDISON, WESTFIELD WESTFIELD — Volunteers at tions throughout the state, including St. to do, following and pursuing their Franklin Elementary School in John the Apostle Roman Catholic and out of the classroom. dreams. I think the schools gave them What I Love About the School that motivation,” she said. 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No cellophane people lost the steady paycheck they things that will benefit the child.” 2 ½ years through First Grade Half and Full-Day Programs Summer Camp or glass please. had relied on,” said Kathleen DiChiara, Favorite Topic to Teach: “I really The Community FoodBank provides Executive Director of the Community like them all, but I am prone to like Montessori Teacher Education food to some 1,500 charitable organiza- FoodBank. “Now, as temperatures drop, reading the most because reading they have to choose between paying the unlocks the door to everything else,” heating bill or going to the grocery store.” Accredited by the National Academy for the Education of Young Children More Education said Mrs. Costello. “There’s always Affiliated with the National Center for Montessori Education For more information, please call a book tucked away in my purse to on Page 19 (908) 355-3663, or visit Accredited Teacher Education by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education www.njfoodbank.org. read. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN lation that held up after two sudden Freshman goalie Bryan Meredith, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times death overtime periods, the seventh- who had nine saves in regulation, A showdown between two of New ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raid- guessed correctly and smothered Jersey’s most talented boys soccer ers converted their first four penalty Eagle superstar Tom Gray’s skid- teams in a state sectional finals of- kicks in a shootout and slammed the ding shot to the left to give the 22-2- fered as much drama as could be door on sixth-ranked Middletown 1 Raiders a 3-2 edge in the shootout. expected on November 14 in Scotch South to claim their 11th North Jer- Terrence Charles’ shot in the left Plains. After a 1-1 deadlock in regu- sey, Section 2, Group 3 title. corner put the Raiders up 4-2 then Eagle Anthony Testa missed to the right to end the contest. “I was thinking about how to play well. I was looking at their eyes and their body position,” described Meredith. “Bryan is only a freshman because that’s the grade he’s in. From the moment he stepped on the field, he played better than many, many kids who are juniors and seniors,” said

Raider Head Coach Tom Breznitsky David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times who added, “What I do in a scrim- BREAKING LOOSE INTO THE OPEN FIELD…Blue Devil Tom DelDuca, No. 2, got a good block from tight end mage, at the end of the half, I ask the Terrence Bryant, No. 88, broke a few tackles, then galloped 62 yards for a touchdown against top-seeded Sayreville. opposing team. I said I would like to take five PKs at your keeper and you take five with mine. We were scrim- ‘DUKE’ GETS 62-YD TD; DOWLING, TD, 23 TACKLES maging Franklin and Bryan stopped three in a row. I said wow! He’s just great in reacting.” Senior Co-Captains Ryan Sayreville Gridmen Hold Off Breznitsky and Mike Hessemer, went David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 1-2, respectively, in the shootout. TRYING TO GET TO THE BALL FIRST…Raider Casey Hoynes-O’Connor, Breznitsky drilled his shot into the No. 8, tries to beat Eagle Billy Snyder, No. 17, to the ball. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 Blue Devils, 20-13, in Section

BACHI SCORES, BAUMWELL BOOTS 26-YD FG, POWERS INTS By DAVID B. CORBIN was a master of disguise with his and we didn’t do a good job at that.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times handoffs and got good mileage from Defensively, Dowling recorded 23 The length of time with the wind at halfback Shaune Thomas who rushed tackles from his linebacker position one’s back and field position played 94 yards on 17 carries, including a and Cocozziello broke a WHS sea- Underdog ‘Wild Dogs’ Bite a determining role in the North Jer- 15-yard TD run. When he decided to son record with his eighth intercep- sey, Section 2, Group 3 game be- keep the ball, Poore killed the Blue tion. Defensive end Terrence Bryant tween the Westfield High School Devils with 90 yards on 14 carries. also recorded an interception and (WHS) football team and top-seeded “The quarterback was tough. He’s blocked a point after. Warren Hills, 10-0 in Section host Sayreville on November 15. The an old fullback. He runs like a full- The Blue Devils went three-and- host Bombers played the value of the back,” explained Blue Devil Head out on the first series of the game and By FRED LECOMTE kept them off-balance throughout the fied the Blue Streaks throughout the wind better and won, 20-13, and will Coach Ed Tranchia. “When he went their punt into the wind gave the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times game; probably could have had an- game allowing only 79 rushing and host Scotch Plains-Fanwood in the back to pass, we had him covered Bombers great field position at Anyone who believed that the other score, but we did what we had 25 yards in the air. Tim Karis (4 semifinals on November 22. and he took off and ran. He’s a great midfield. Seven plays later, Thomas Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School to do. Our kids played hard and there tackles, 1 sack), Charlie Bachi (5 The 10-0 Bombers took advantage little player! You’ve got to tackle him CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 football team was a mediocre team is nothing more a coach can ask for.” tackles, 1 sack), Travis Boff (6 tack- of good field position with the wind that sneaked into the NJSIAA state Alpha dog, junior tackle Marc les), Rob Maroney, LeRoy Anglin, at their backs to score two first- sectional playoff picture got a reality Fabiano, recorded eight tackles and Kevin Urban and Ryan Weber, just to quarter touchdowns (TD) and got check. Additionally, many so-called one sack and the “Wild Dogs” cruci- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 good field position after a poor kick- experts discovered they did not have off to open the third quarter, then DEEGAN a clue as to how the battle of “The burned ample time off the clock with Underdog, Wild Dogs,” against War- a nine-play, 63-yard TD drive to rob ren Hills High School would unfold. the Blue Devils of valuable time Well, the underdogs proved to be with the wind at their back. Blue the top dogs! The Raiders’ stubborn Devil halfback Tom DelDuca had a ROOFING defensive unit dominated and crushed breakaway 62-yard TD run in the the Blue Streaks with a knee-jerking, second quarter and fullback Marc head-knocking, 10-0, victory in the Dowling added a one-yard TD plunge first round of the NJSIAA North in the fourth quarter. COMPANY Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 playoffs in Both teams piled up plenty of rush- Scotch Plains on November 15. ing yardage with the Blue Devils “The big thing was, we weren’t totaling 213 yards on the ground on picked to win it. People really had 29 carries and the Bombers totaling 908-322-6405 doubts whether we could play with 250 yards on 56 carries. DelDuca them,” said Raider Head Coach Steve had three carries for 73 yards and Ciccotelli. “The way our kids played fullback Bart Walsh had 76 yards on defense and shut them out indicates 12 carries and two receptions for 17 Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs you’re doing something great. They yards. Quarterback Jan Cocozziello, talked about their running back who who rushed 11 times for 39 yards, rushed for over 1,000-yards. They was heavily pressured by the Bomber Repairs • Gutters defense and was intercepted three talked about Fitzgerald, who can Fred. K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times catch the ball, but we shut both of NO STOPPING THIS UNDERDOG…Senior captain Travis Boff galloped 47- times while completing three-of-ten them down and that’s what I’m mostly yards and snagged a six-yard pass. Additionally, Boff’s killer instinct crushed attempts for 32 yards. Free Estimates • Fully Insured proud of. Then, with our offense, we six Blue Streaks. Bomber quarterback Mark Poore Come In and See What the Latest PQ Is All About TOTAL FITNESS & Why put it off? Be the best you can be starting right now or get your child started on the road to self BALANCE IS OUR GOAL discovery that will make every stage in life easier. Try our Cardio Kickboxing Our certified instructors will help you attain optimum results! Have FUN while firming up. 4 Cardio classes offered weekly

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By FRED LECOMTE constantly being broken, I hoped that feeling.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times one day I could do that and eventu- Confidently, the Vikings took im- An intense top-seeded Union ally I did. I’m so happy and excited,” mediate control in Game 3 and dis- Catholic High School volleyball said Monroy of her achievement. played their agility, speed and a hun- team, (26-3), overcame the fourth- “We came out determined that we ger for victory. Still snarling, the seeded, 18-2 Hawthorne Bears, 25- were going to come out hard and Bears roared up and closed to within 16, 25-20, 25-20, in the semifinals of continue on to the states. That was one, 15-14, when the terminator duo the NJSIAA/PSEG Group 2 tourna- our goal and we accomplished it.” of Monroy and Seamon went to work ment in Scotch Plains on October 13. In Game 2, the Vikings caught an and fired off a volley of five shots Shining performances by the Vikings early, 10-4, lead. Later, the Bears that had the Bears rolling over for were abundant and the quality of made it interesting when they reared good. Conheeney slapped on the fi- play was at its highest level. up and closed the lead at 22-20. The nal two points to lock up the victory. Led by senior co-captain Jennifer Vikings were getting a little nervous, “We got into our game early and Monroy, who achieved a milestone but Seamon, Conheeney and we pressured,” said Conheeney. “Jen Fred. K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times by scoring her 1,000th career point, Palumbo quickly retaliated with ball (Monroy) and Katie (Seamon) are WE ARE “WILD DOGS” NOT UNDERDOGS, UNDERSTAND… A pack of Raider “Wild Dogs” feast on a Blue Streaker while alpha dog, Marc Fabiano, No. 78, gestures his approval. Fabiano led the Raider defensive unit with eight tackles the Vikings controlled the Bears in movement while Monroy slammed outstanding hitters, but the rest of the and flattened the quarterback in the second half. Game 1. An effective serving and away with two kills to end Game 2. team has really come together. Ev- passing attack halted the Bears in “Sometimes I think I have the eryone is talking, passing and put- Game 2 and 3. smallest role because I’m the small- ting up balls and we are starting to Monroy, with 19 kills and seven est person, but when I’m out there spread the ball out a lot more often, digs, scattered three aces and senior and play with those girls, they make which is great offensively for us be- Underdog Football ‘Wild Dogs’ Put the Bite co-captain Katie Seamon, with 15 me feel so high and tall that I could cause its hard for a defense to play kills, nine digs and two blocks, do anything,” said Gonzalez. “I feel against five hitters. This one was big headed the Vikings. Tiny, but mighty my role is bringing chances for ev- for us because we have two seniors On Warren Hills Blue Streaks, 10-0, in Section Louise Gonzalez recorded 37 assists eryone. I’m just happy when I make that have gone to the states three and five digs and teammate Erin them happy, I’m happy. It’s a great years in a row and haven’t won it.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Roudebush had six digs. Nicole Palumbo and Meghan Conheeney name a few, inflicted punishment. “Defense, that’s all it is baby,” said when LaForge rolled right on a waggle teamed up for 13 digs, seven kills “We have great senior leadership, Boff. “A killer defense with an awe- and connected with Bachi (29-yards and six blocks. not just three or four guys. They all some line. We stepped it up, got fired total) who bashed ahead for a seven- “We were on fire in game one,” lead by example with the younger up and got the job done.” yard TD. Mike Baumwoll kicked the said Viking Head Coach Nancy guys,” said Ciccotelli.” Another hero was senior Matt Pow- point after for a 7-0 lead with 4:30 Saggio. “Hawthorne woke up a little Junior quarterback Dan LaForge, ers who picked off an under-thrown remaining. bit and got a little more competitive who aired the ball for 89-yards with pass and snagged three receptions “We heard that they were a lot like in Game 2 and 3, although we com- 12 completions and rushed 24 yards for 40-yards. us with a good defense,” said Bachi. mitted a lot of unforced and hitting on three carries, engineered two im- “Coming out here and shutting “We also heard that they thought they errors. That’s something we defi- pressive scoring attacks in the first them out was big,” said Powers. “We were going to walk right over us and nitely need to correct. We played half. Once again, senior halfback made some plays on offense, moved that really fired us up. We came out, hard teams all season long and that Kyle Baker played a major role as a the ball and we dominated.” played great defense, great offense prepared us for this challenge going he rolled off 83-yards on 14 carries. On their second possession, the Raid- and were more prepared than them.” into the state tournament.” Junior Lakiem Lockery, sidelined ers moved the ball from their own 15- The Raiders added a 53-yard drive Although games two and three with injuries most of the season, yard line into Blue Streak territory to the Blue Streak 10 that set up a were very tense, Vikings Gonzalez, gained 40-yards on 10 carries and where it ended with an interception at fourth down with 32 ticks remaining Seamon and Monroy worked together Boff, with seven carries, galloped the 11. The Raiders did, however, hit in the half. Baumwoll split the up- very well. 47-yards and was the recipient of a pay dirt late in the second quarter on a rights on a 26-yard field goal to put “You really cannot stop Monroy, six-yard pass. 12 play, 88-yard march that concluded the Raiders ahead 10-0. you really can’t,” said Saggio. “She’s “We put up enough points on the so prolific as a hitter and not many board and the offense did a great people can defend her once she gets Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times job,” said Baker. “Usually 10 points going.” ENFORCING A POINT…Vikings Jennifer Monroy, left, Nicole Columbo, is not enough to win a game, but we In Game 1, the Vikes trapped the center, and Meghan Conheeney, right, team up and block the door shut on a had confidence in our defense and I Bears early and jumped out to an, 11- Bear. Union Catholic overcame Hawthorne in the Group 2 tournament. knew as the game went along that we 5 lead. The Bears growled back and were going to shut them down.” closed the scoring to, 15-12. Lady Highlanders Win Sporting a 10-0 halftime lead, the Conheeney, Gonzalez, Monroy and Devil Soccer Boys Fall Raiders required no major adjust- Seamon regrouped and locked the Section Soccer Title To BridgeH2O, 5-2 ments as great containment and domi- Bears away for the 25-15 victory. The Governor Livingston High nation by the “Wild Dogs,” stopped “Ever since my sister Jacqueline School girls soccer team peaked at The Westfield High School boys the Blue Streaks in their tracks. played here in 2001 and records were the right time and defeated Cranford, soccer team, after leading 2-0, fell “The message I came across with 2-1, on November 13 in Cranford to victim to a deluge of five-straight at halftime was, ‘If we were down claim the North Jersey, Section 2, goals to be defeated, 5-2, by No. 15, 10-0, I have confidence that you UC Viking Girls Maul Group 2 title. Christie McCurdy, on host Bridgewater-Raritan in the semi- guys are coming back and they’re Mahwah in Volleyball a cross from Danielle McCann, finals of the North Jersey, Section 2, thinking the same thing, so we need tapped in the winner with five min- Group 4 tournament on November to understand that we cannot let up,’” The ninth-ranked, 25-3, Union utes remaining to give the Highland- 11. The 12-6-1 Blue Devils led 2-0 said Ciccotelli. “We coach football; Catholic High School girls volley- ers their first sectional title in 18 after the first six minutes but yielded they responded. They’re like the thor- ball team advanced to the semifi- years. a goal prior to halftime and four oughbred; they don’t spit the bit. You nals of the Group 2 tournament by Chrissy Sidie netted the game’s more in the second half. can get on them and they’ll respond. mauling 16-7 Mahwah, 25-14, 25- first goal for the 16-5-1 Highlanders Senior Brendan Egan and junior Subscribe or Renew Online! You can give them the whip and they 6, 25-15, in Scotch Plains on No- and keeper Amanda McGrath re- Billy Schoenbach scored for vember 11. Westfield. Brian Nash scored www.goleader.com/subscribe show up to play. If you work hard, corded seven saves. The 14-6-1 Cou- good things will happen to you. Never Jen Monroy notched 15 kills, 11 gars tied the game with 11 minutes Bridgewater’s first goal and added digs and 10 aces for the Vikings and The Westfield Leader give up! We’re at, ‘full go,’ for the left when Kristen Grandal, assisted another in the second half. Edgar playoffs.” Katie Seamon made nine kills, six by Gina Malangone, rippled the net. Chaves netted a goal and an assist The Times of Scotch Plains - Fanwood digs and two blocks. Erin Roudebush Cougar goalie Sue Freeman also had while Devin Zolnowski and Nick Warren Hills (7-3) 0 0 0 0 0 had four kills and three digs. Sc. Pl.-Fnwd (8-1) 0 10 0 0 10 seven saves. Rotondo each added a goal. Goods & Services You Need!

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Pete Ferrari connected on the from getting any opportunities on Eagles’ second shot and Raider Casey the ball,” said Hessemer. “He is a Hoynes-O’Connor found the right- regional team player so if we stopped center of the net. him we thought we could have the “We won. We have two games to game.” go. I’m standing next to Mike. It “We had a game plan here and we doesn’t get much better than this,” knew the wind was going to be a expressed Ryan Breznitsky. “We have factor, so we decided to let them take all these supporters out here. We the wind. We won the coin toss and have fans, the parents, the team. We we said, ‘Okay! We will defend,’ and have everything and we are going to it worked. Nobody’s coming out flat bring it home this year!” for a game like this,” said Raider “We have something that we Head Coach Tom Breznitsky. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times haven’t had in four years. It’s amaz- Senior Josh Kay put the Raiders up BRINGING DOWN A BOMBER…Blue Devil Dan Clark, No. 7, converges on ing. This team is the best of friends. 1-0 with 30:05 left in regulation when Bomber Vinnie Otero, No. 44, as Terrence Bryant, No. 88, chases him from This is the best two months of my he won a scramble in the box and behind. life. I don’t want to end it right now,” rippled the net. With 16:48 remain- said Hessemer who added, “Bryan ing, Eagle Ryan Lahey won a has had an amazing season. That’s scramble in the box and tapped in the just a prime example of how well equalizer. Sayreville Gridmen Hold Off he’s played this season.” “I told this team before the game In recent games, the Raiders that they are too good of a team. seemed to have been jinxed with a They have done too great of a job. Blue Devils, 20-13, in Section slow start in the first half but not this They worked so hard all season. They CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 time. Despite playing against the have been a tremendous pleasure to NJSportPics (Jim O’Connor) for The Westfield Leader and The Times howling wind, the Raiders went at it coach and work with, and they should scooted 15 yards for the TD with Thomas. Sticking to the ground, the TYING A RUTGERS RECORD…Former Scotch Plains-Fanwood High and never gave the 19-2-1 Eagles not be denied a championship,” ex- 7:09 left in the quarter. On the next Bombers scored when back Vinnie School football standout Nate Jones, playing for Rutgers, runs back a good sight on the goal in the first pressed Coach Breznitsky. series, Cocozziello’s pass was inter- Otero banged in from the six, leaving second quarter 81-yard kickoff for a touchdown (TD) against Boston half. Hessemer moved forward to Midtwn South 0 1 0 0 (2) 1 cepted by Bomber defensive back just 7:39 in the quarter. Bryant College. This was Nate’s third career TD kickoff return, which tied a pressure Gray. Sc. Pl.-Fnwd 0 1 0 0 (4) 2 John Monaco at the Blue Devil 40. blocked the point after, keeping the school record held by Ron Allen who played from 1988-91. Eight plays later, the Bombers went score at 20-7. ahead, 14-0, when back Kurt Pogoda The Blue Devils answered in the WF Ice Hockey Sets bashed in from the one. fourth quarter with a 12-play, 74- County High School The Blue Devils’ offense, with the yard TD drive that ended with Fundraising Event wind at their back, came to life early Dowling’s one-yard dive with 2:30 The Westfield High School Ice Football Results: in the second quarter with a three- remaining, making the score 20-13. Hockey Association and Parker Green- NOVEMBER 15: play, 96-yard scoring drive that in- Westfield attempted an onsides kick houses will host a fundraising event to Section 2, Group 2: cluded an 18-yard run by Tyshon but the Bombers smothered it. benefit the Westfield Ice Hockey Cranford 28, Voorhees 21 Blackmon, a 14-yard bolt by Walsh “We had the wind. It was their Team. Shop at Parker Greenhouses, Quarterback Chris Drechsel had TD and DelDuca’s 62-yard TD run with choice. We had the wind to kick off 1325 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains, be- passes of 39 and 36 yards to Michael 10:53 left in the half. tween November 20 and January 5 Porter and Jamar Ingram, respectively. to them. We got a lousy kick and the and you will receive 5 percent off your Ingram also had TD runs of six and 13 “We had the momentum going our kid returned it to the 40,” Tranchina entire purchase and 10 percent of all yards. way and we thought we needed some- pointed out. “They had three drives thing big to happen. I had to keep on that started at least at the 40. They proceeds will be donated to the hockey Voorhees (6-3) 0 0 13 8 21 team. Just mention Westfield High Cranford (8-2) 14 7 0 7 28 going. I knew we needed to get some- were their three touchdowns. We School Ice Hockey at the time of thing to start up. I broke one or two drove it from the four-yard line, 96 NOVEMBER 16: purchase, it’s that simple. Section 2, Group 2: tackles. After that, no one touched yards! We executed the offense real Summit 20, Hillside 7 me,” DelDuca explained. well.” Westfield High School Hilltopper quarterback Rob Schroeder With the wind at their back to start The Blue Devils will host Plainfield had TD runs of three and two yards and the second half, the Blue Devils in the season finale on Thanksgiving Ice Hockey Schedule: connected with Pearce Talbot for a 30- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times needed a good kickoff but did not get Day at 11 a.m. The Westfield Blue Devils skate into yard TD reception. KEEPING IT TIGHT ON DEFENSE…Raiders A.J. Appezzato, center, and it as the ball squibbled to the left and Westfield 0 7 0 6 13 their 10th anniversary season on the ice. Hillside (5-4) 0 7 0 0 7 Jeff Bell, No. 4, keep it tight on defense against the Middletown South Eagles. was returned to the Bomber 37 by Sayreville 14 0 6 0 20 The team begins its season with a face- Summit (9-0) 0 14 0 6 20 off against former Westfield players in Section 2, Group 3: the annual Alumni Game at Warinanco Sayreville 20, Westfield 13 Weichert Rink in Roselle on Wednesday, Novem- See exclusive story. ber 26, at 7 p.m. OWEN BRAND 12/3 Summit W 8:30 Westfield (4-5) 0 7 0 6 13 Sayreville (10-0) 14 0 6 0 20 12/8 Morris Knolls W 8:30 12/11 Cron Tourney W 6:00 Section 2, Group 3: 12/12 Princeton B 7:00 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 10, Warren Hills Your Home Town 12/15 Cron Tourney W 6:00 0 12/16 Cron Toruney W 6/8:30 See exclusive story. MORTGAGE BANKER 12/17 Cron Tourney W 6/8:30 Warren Hills (7-3) 0 0 0 0 0 12/22 Cranford W 6:00 Sc. 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PUBLICATION SPF Blue Thunder Captures U13 Soccer Flight Crown The U13 Scotch Plains-Fanwood McManus connected with Koransky who (SPF) boys soccer team, under the guid- added an insurance goal. ance of Coaches Mike Walsh and Marc Gore added the fourth SPF goal late in Fusillo, knew they needed to win both the second half. The Torpedoes man- away games last weekend to be crowned aged nine shots on Smith. Flight Champions and did. On November 15, Thunder struck third-place Cranford, 4-1, after a 19- SPF ‘C’ Gridders Top shot offensive. Chris McManus scored twice off assists from Tyler Della Badia Perth Amboy, 25-12 and Danny Gore, and a pass from Patrick With a playoff berth at stake, Scotch Clancy. Juan Castillo and Dan Meurer Plains-Fanwood (SPF) “C” football team also added goals. Gore added his second played an outstanding game and beat assist and Mark Koransky assisted Perth Amboy, 25-12, on November 9. Castillo. The win gave SPF second place in the The Blue thunder defense, anchored American Division of the Suburban by Michael Roth, Colin Grimm and Dan Youth Football League and qualified Rodriquez, denied Cranford midfield them for the playoffs. SPF finished the control and allowed just five shots on regular season with a 7-2 record. GETTING A CRUCIAL INTERCEPTION…Jordon Johnson stops the final Chatham goalkeeper Andrew Smith. Against Perth Amboy, SPF scored on drive in regulation with an interception. Westfield won in overtime, 12-6. On November 16, the Thunder toppled its first two possessions. Running back RECORDING A SACK…Westfield PAL A’s defensive end, Joe Vall-Llobera, the very physical Westfield Torpedoes, Dio Curry scored both touchdowns (TD) sacks the Berkeley Height’s QB forcing a fumble. Westfield defeated Berkeley 4-1, for the title. SPF jumped out to an with a 33-yard TD run and a four-yard Westfield PAL ‘B’ Staggers Heights, 7-0, to move onto the league Super Bowl. early lead when McManus found the TD run. Running back Donovan Garrett back of the net off Koransky’s pass just scored on a 34-yard run. Mike Ridge six minutes into the game. The battle finished off the scoring with a 20-yard was again won in the center of the field run in the fourth quarter. Chatham Grid Kids, 12-6 The SPF offensive line of Jimmy Gib- Westfield PAL ‘A’ Blanks as Denzel Amankwah, Grimm and Roth Westfield’s seventh grade PAL B team ters of the goal and DiIorio dived over consistently thwarted the Torpedo of- bons, Ricky Shevlin, Richard Murray, pulled a stunning, 12-6, overtime vic- Gary Binkiewicz, Michael Lauricella center. Joe Kania and guards Will John fensive. tory over unbeaten Chatham on Novem- and Eric Moran did the blocking. The Berkeley Heights Boys, 7-0 Halfback Billy Johnston hammered and John Maxwell opened huge holes for ber 16, advancing them to the final Su- the running backs. Defensively, SPF gave extra point failed. During Chatham’s home the game-deciding goal in the 21st per Bowl next Sunday. chance at offense, Clark, Reardon, Brett The Westfield PAL A football team ing goal line stand, the Blue Devils minute off a strong sideline pass from up only one big play and limited Perth Chatham tested Westfield’s defense Amboy to only 33 yards of total offense. DeFazio and Diddell made tackles be- earned a hard-fought, 7-0, victory over refused BH on four-straight plays to Marc Eric Fusillo. Just before halftime, early but could not penetrate the efforts of hind the line, while Ricardo Johnson Berkeley Heights (BH) in the league maintain the shutout. On the game’s the first defensive team. Running backs recorded the final sack. playoff semifinals on November 16 in final play Newman picked off a BH pass. David Babestski and Chris Rhodes, along Millburn. The Blue Devil defense, un- The Blue Devil offense marched be- St. Helen’s Sets Shoot-A-Thon with the aggressiveness of QB Tony der the direction of defensive coordina- hind the blocks of linemen Rob DiIorio, moved the Blue Devils to the five Westfield PAL D Blue tors Scott Selert and Humberto Vall- Witkowski, John DiIorio, Tommy to set up Ricardo Johnson’s TD run. llobera, came up big with its sixth shut- Wansaw, tight end John Wilt and For The Cancer V Foundation In the second half, Johnson rushed 20 Mauls Millburn, 40-6 out on the season. wideouts Michael Fitzpatrick, Harry yards and Brandon Rolnick caught a Westfield’s PAL D-Blue football team Linemen Alex Falk, Josh Gribbin, Bernstein and Anthony Garcia. Vall- WESTFIELD – The St. Helen’s CYO lina State Wolfpack team that won the pass while Chris Sheehan and Craig ended its season with a 40-6 grinding of Joe Vall-llobera and John Dugan won llobera and Simmons ran the ball with basketball program has enrolled all 11 of NCAA championship in 1983. He later Dyer blocked but Chatham halted their Millburn to improve its record to 6-1-1. the war in the trenches recording sev- authority while QB Neylan completed its teams (boys and girls grades 4 to 8) became an award-winning Sports Broad- efforts. Blue Devils Chris Jacob, Spen- The offense had over 374 yards rush- eral QB sacks and Dugan’s blocked big passes to Ryan Brand and Wilt and and coaches in a fundraiser named caster, prior to being diagnosed with cer Cassidy, James Diddell, Michael ing with a balanced attack led by Peter punt. Linebackers Antonio QB Evan Shapiro hit Simmons with a “Where Games Are Won and Lives Can terminal cancer in 1992. Clark, Sam Murphy and Michael Ondi with 125 yards, including a touch- Santonastaso, Scott Newman, Kevin 12-yard pass. Be Saved” to raise money, in part, for He gave a courageous and inspira- Carpetto answered with strong defense down (TD). Fullback Anthony Pafumi Neylan, Austin Rolnick, Ricky Ruhl The game’s only score came in the The V Foundation for Cancer Research. tional speech at the first ESPN ESPY and Nick DeFraites made a spectacular rushed for 124 yards with two TDs, and Patrick Stanley swarmed to the ball second quarter when Simmons broke a The fundraiser – a Shoot-A-Thon – Awards in 1993. During that speech, tackle but Chatham finally scored. Jimmy while Taylor Brand ran 77 yards and had and backs Charlie Read, Eddie 33-yard TD run and Neylan hit where each participant will shoot 100 Coach Jimmy V announced the creation Reardon deflected the extra-point pass. two TDs. Wide receiver Michael Simmons, Dan Ramalho, Mike Fitzpatrick in the end zone for the PAT. foul shots on Sunday, December 7 be- of “The V Foundation for Cancer Re- Jordan Johnson intercepted and Stravach had a 35-yard run on an end-to- Wikander and Danny Selert kept BH The Blue Devils, seventh-grade ginning at 1 p.m. at the Westfield High search”, with the help of ESPN. He died Babetski, Ricardo Johnson and Rhodes end reverse with Christian Barber. Tim off the scoreboard. league champions last season, seek to School gymnasium in Westfield. of cancer, just a couple months later in rushed until regulation ended. Hoblitzell, Tom Snyder and Drew Jack- Neylan made a touchdown saving defend that title as eighth graders in a The V Foundation was started by 1993, and his last dream was to find a In overtime, Rolnick and Ricardo son provided the blocking for these im- tackle on the Westfield two-yard line on rematch against Millburn in the Super Coach Jim Valvano – a Rutgers alumnus cure for Cancer. Johnson carried the ball within millime- pressive runs. a BH 35-yard screen pass. In the follow- Bowl on November 23 in Perth Amboy. – who was the Coach of the North Caro- Defensively, Mike Giacone recorded three sacks and Nick Matthews had two. SPF ‘C’ Team Beats Summit, The highlight of the defense came from Patrick Bergin’s interception that he re- Advances to Grid Super Bowl turned 37 yards for a TD. HUNTERDON Westfield to Hold The Scotch Plains Fanwood (SPF) play drive that was again capped by a COUNTY’S ‘C’ football team beat Summit, 21-14, two-yard touchdown run by Curry. 5-Mile Turkey Trot in the semifinals of the Suburban Youth Ricky Shevlin added the extra point The 20th annual Westfield 5-Mile Football League (SYFL) to improve to kick. Turkey Trot presented by the Friends MOST 8-2. With the victory, SPF moves on to After Summit cut SPF’s lead to 14- of Westfield Track & Field will be the SYFL Super Bowl to be held in 7, SPF drove to the one-yard line be- held on Saturday, November 29, at Perth Amboy. fore time expired in the first half. Sum- Tamaques Park in Westfield. The 5- SCENIC AREA SPF started out strong against Sum- mit quickly tied the game scoring on Mile race begins at 11 a.m., and the mit taking the opening possession and its first possession of the second half. Westfield Midas Practice Hard Mile marching down the field on a 12-play Determined to win, SPF’s defense begins at 10:30 a.m. New Model drive, led by Donovan Garrett’s 16- stiffened, led by linebacker John Runners in the 5-Mile event will yard run. Dio Curry capped the drive Maxwell’s team-high five tackles. receive custom sweatshirts with their with a one-yard touchdown run on Michael Marsan ended a Summit drive entry (T-shirts for milers) and re- Now Open! fourth and goal. Quarterback Kevin with a fumble recovery. freshments after the race, including Yeager completed a pass to Alan SPF methodically moved down the hot chocolate. There will be DJ enter- Dlugosz for the extra point. field on its last possession with a 14- tainment, awards and prizes. For fees Stonerow is a unique new collection of Summit’s first possession was cut play drive. Curry and Mike Ridge car- or more information about the orga- homes with old world charm. 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Jon Bramnick to Lead Bowling League: Leagues are for the coming school year are as held Mondays at 4 p.m. for ages 5- follows: 12/12, 1/23, 2/20, 3/19, Panel on Interpersonal Skills 12 and on Wednesdays at 9:30 & 5/7. a.m. or 12:30 p.m. for the Bumper Holiday Concert: Wednesday, TRENTON – Assemblyman Jon “I will be visiting the schools Program available to Kindergar- December 10 at 8 p.m. Featuring Bramnick (R-21) has announced with my chief legislative aide, Pete ten, Pre-Kindergarten. The 12- the Westfield Community Con- that he will be contacting schools Karnas, the former President of week winter session starts January cert Band and the Edison Broad- throughout the 21st Legislative the Student Government at Drew 12. Cost: $6/week. way Singers. The Concert will be District about conducting panel University; Senator Thomas H. Bodies N’ Motion: Come join held at Edison Intermediate discussions on the importance of Kean, Jr., and trauma surgeon As- us for a scenic, brisk walk around School. Free to the public. interpersonal and leadership skills. semblyman Eric Muñoz, M.D.,” Mindowaskin Park on Wednesdays Bill Cosby at NJPAC: 2 p.m. on The assemblyman said these said Mr. Bramnick, a former pro- from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Open Saturday, March 6. Bus departs skills include 1. listening, 2. fessor at Rutgers and Rider uni- enrollment. 12:30PM. Cost: $50. complimenting the other person, versities. Teen Center: The Teen Center Madame Tussands Wax Mu- 3. humility, 4. community service, Assemblyman Bramnick has de- will be open on select Friday eve- seum in NYC: Monday, March 5. manners, 6. government involve- voted a substantial portion of his nings during the school year from 15. Bus departs 9 a.m. Cost: $46. ment and voting, and 7. neatness time, for over 20 years, as a com- 7 to 11 p.m. for all High School Sesame Street Live: Monday, and appearance. edy auctioneer, raising funds for Students. The teen center is a safe April 12. Bus departs at 9:30 a.m. “The curriculum in schools does non-profit organizations through- and enjoyable alternative and we Cost: $20. not address these important con- out the state. hope all high school students come Woodloch Pines: Located in the TALKIN’ MINDOWASKIN…Nancy Priest and David Rogers recently ad- cepts,” said Mr. Bramnick, who Anyone interested in having the check it out! Located in the mu- Poconos. Wednesday, May 26. dressed the Westfield Rotary Club about the Mindowaskin Overlook restora- noted that interpersonal skills are interpersonal skills program at nicipal building. (Day trip) Cost: $59. tion project. Pictured above, from the left, are: Rotary President Ken Ciarrocca, one of the most important tools for their school is asked to call Pete The “Night Place”: This popu- Guys & Dolls: Friday, July 16. Mrs. Priest and Mr. Rogers. students to learn. Karnas at (908) 232-3673. lar program is offered to all resi- Bus departs 6:30 p.m. Cost: $55. dent intermediate school youths. Please register for the above pro- Held at Edison Intermediate grams in person at: The Westfield Local Residents Honored School from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 Recreation Department-425 East IN THE GARDENS OF WESTFIELD p.m. Activities include a Disc Broad St. Westfield. Office: 908- With NJ’s Top Military Award Jockey, food, games, movies and 789-4080. Website: dancing. The cost is $2 in advance www.westfieldnj.net/townhall/ WESTFIELD – A special award were Gabriel Borsellino, William and $3 at the door. The dates left recreation ceremony was held on Wednesday Ehrharot, William Leber and Will- at the National Guard Armory in iam Tomko. Westfield. Those honored from Berkeley Brigadeer General Thomas Heights were Joseph Federico and Sullivan, Assistant Division Com- Francis Voje. mander, 42nd Infantry Division, In order to be eligible for the New Jersey Army National Guard, Distinguished Service Medal appli- presented the New Jersey Distin- cants must be a current resident of guished Service Medal, the state’s New Jersey, have been a resident of Scotch Plains Recreation Events top military award, to 90 Union New Jersey at the time they entered County residents who are combat the military service, have been hon- Maracas Cuentos: Interactive Bethlehem Trip: The Scotch veterans of World War II, Korea, orably discharged and have proof of parent/child program based on Plains Recreation Department and Vietnam, Persian Gulf and Iraq. having served in combat while on children’s books, creative learn- the Community School of Scotch Those honored from Westfield active duty during wartime. ing tools and songs in Spanish. Plains are sponsoring this trip were Silveo Colletti, James Doherty, Those recipients whose service Four-week program for Pre-K early jointly. It is scheduled for Satur- William Gandy and Alfred Shea. was recognized by the award of the elementary students. A $75 per day, December 13, and will de- Scotch Plains residents who were Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Air person fee includes all materials. part from the Administrative Of- honored were Donald Bishop, Ri- Medal or equivalent medal will Radiating traditional charm, this exquisite 6BRM, 3.5BTH Mondays, November 17 to De- fices of the Board of Education at chard Gallagher, Seymour receive a New Jersey Distinguished Center Hall Dutch Colonial reveals lovely artistic touches. A cember 8, from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. 10 a.m. and will return approxi- Goldberg and Richard Sloan. Service Medal with an oak leaf serene ambiance is crafted w/HWD FLRS, wainscoting, mold- or Tuesdays, November 18 to De- mately at 9 p.m. This holiday Honored from Mountainside cluster. ings & embellished archways. The elegant front-to-back LIV cember 9, from 10:45 to 11:30 tour will take attendees through RM & banquet sized formal DIN RM w/frame molding com- a.m. Classes will be held at the the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylva- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE pose marvelous entertaining spaces while the FAM RM, well- Towne House. nia. They will visit the Moravian NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Youth Basketball Leagues (3rd- Putz, which will also provide time BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PROCUREMENT DIVISION equipped Eat-in KIT & bsmt recreation rm accommodate your 8th): This is a separate instruc- to stroll through Main Street in SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq., family activities. An expansive MBR w/FBTH & Wi-closet & tional league for boys and girls. Bethlehem. Then they will visit in the NJDOT MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 delightful 3rd Flr w/2 BRMS & bath complement your living Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 12/2/2003 and opened and read for: The leagues will be determined the Moravian Settlement Grave- space. Enhancing this outstanding home is a prestigious by the registrations. No requests yard. A full course, family-style ROUTE 28 IMPROVEMENTS AT WESTFIELD CIRCLE FROM “Gardens” location, close to schools and parks. Presented for for team placement will be hon- dinner will follow at an area res- WEST BROAD STREET TO PROSPECT STREET. 100 % STATE $1,150.000. ored. Games and practices will taurant. The evening will con- DP # 03129 be scheduled in township school clude with a night light tour of For an appointment call: Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act:, N.J.S. 34:11-56.48 et seq. facilities. Volunteer coaches Bethlehem. Fee is $55 per person (P.L. 2003, c.91), bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, needed. Fee is $40 per person. and must be registered by Friday, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. Drawings, specifications, and bid Joyce Taylor, Sales Associate The department is seeking offi- November 28. Register at the documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $72.00, for full size drawings, at the NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1977 - 2002 cials for the season. If interested, Scotch Plains Recreation Office NJDOT Engineering and Operations Bldg. 1st floor, Box 600 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 during business hours. Names and address of prospective bidders for this project may be (908) 233-6417, Direct Dial please call Allison at (908) 322- or in Room 113 of the Municipal acquired by telephoning (609) 530-8585 during business hours. Their fax number is (609) 6700, extension no. 222. Building. 530-4503. 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Mobility Broker Network RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE ©2002, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Dr. Aaron Shatkin Westfield Resident Named 2003 Recognized by AAMC NJ Pediatric Society Physician WESTFIELD – The New Jersey the development of free programs SCOTCH PLAINS – The Asso- ceremony held in conjunction with Pediatric Society and the Spina Bifida for children with disabilities – from ciation of American Medical Col- its 114th Annual Meeting in Wash- Association of the Tri-State Region swimming and horseback riding to leges (AAMC) recognized Dr. Aaron ington, D.C. have both recognized Roy Nuzzo, arts and crafts – all made possible by Shatkin of Scotch Plains, a scien- Dr. Shatkin, director of the Cen- MD, FAAOS, FAAP, POSNA, publicly donated funds. He has been tific leader at University of Medi- ter for Advanced Biotechnology and Westfield resident and pediatric or- lauded as “a great friend to the cine and Dentistry of New Jersey Medicine (CABM), received the thopedic surgeon, for his humani- Children’s Emergency Fund (UMDNJ)-Robert Wood Johnson Award for Distinguished Research tarianism and his selfless care and (CEMF), donating his services on Medical School, as one of the in Biomedical Sciences. This re- dedication to his patients and the numerous occasions and never turn- nation’s foremost biomedical sci- search award, established by the community. ing a CEMF child away.” ences researchers at a November 8 AAMC in 1981, is awarded to medi- The NJ Pediatric Society named The Spina Bifida Association has cal school faculty members who him Physician of the Year in a June singled out his “unselfish care and PUBLIC NOTICE conduct outstanding clinical or labo- 2003 ceremony, and the Spina Bifida concern for children, adults and fami- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY ratory research. Association will present him with lies living with spina bifida, CHANCERY DIVISION “I am extremely honored to re- the 2003 Spirit of Life Award on America’s most frequently occur- UNION COUNTY ceive this prestigious award, which DOCKET NO. F-19339-03 Saturday, November 22 at the ring permanently disabling birth de- FILE NO. XRZ L 59056 also recognizes the many students Pleasantdale Chateau in West Or- fect.” and colleagues with whom I’ve en- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS ange. The author of numerous publica- joyed working over the course of my Dr. Nuzzo serves as the Medical tions, Dr. Nuzzo has most recently (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: career. It continues to be an exciting Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader and The Times Director of the Pediatric Orthopedic co-authored advanced spinal surgi- JOHN MICHAEL GEARY, his heirs, SEMPER FI…Westfield Marine Sergeant John Arlia, right, recently enjoyed a devisees, and personal representa- time in the biomedical sciences, and Center at Overlook Hospital in Sum- cal methods literature. He also wrote, tives, and his, their or any of their we all look forward to the challenges meal at Jeffries on Central Avenue on November 10 to celebrate the Marine Corp 228th birthday. Pictured with Sergeant Arlia is owner Jeffrey Rust. mit as well as the Director of the illustrated and programmed the pe- successors in right, title and interest; ahead,” Dr. Shatkin said. Overlook Spina Bifida Clinic. While diatric-orthopedics.com web site, YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND In addition to serving as director his main base of operations is in New named “best medical web site” by REQUIRED to serve upon ZUCKER, of CABM, a post he has held since GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, ESQS., Pfc. Kolterjahn Completes Jersey, he is also a pediatric spinal several search engines and medical plaintiff’s attorneys, whose address is 200 1986, Dr. Shatkin is professor of reconstructive surgeon at both New information services. Sheffield Street, Suite 301, Mountainside, molecular genetics, microbiology York University Tisch Hospital and Before organizing the Children’s New Jersey 07092-0024, telephone num- and immunology at UMDNJ-Rob- ber 1-908-233-8500, an Answer to the Com- Basic Training For Marines the Hospital for Joint Diseases in Neuromuscular Center at Overlook plaint and Amendment To Foreclosure Com- ert Wood Johnson Medical School, New York City. Hospital, he oversaw orthopedics at plaint filed in a civil action, in which WELLS and University Professor of molecu- WESTFIELD – United States Ma- Paul Kolterjahn of Westfield, recently Throughout his career Dr. Nuzzo the Children’s Specialized Hospital FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC is plain- lar biology at Rutgers/The State Uni- rine Corps Reserve Private First Class completed 12 weeks of basic training has sought innovative (CSH) in Mountainside tiff, and JOHN MICHAEL GEARY, et al., versity of New Jersey. Paul Kolterjahn, the son of Linda and at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris approaches to help chil- for 15 years, serving as are defendants, pending in the Superior Island, S.C. Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, dren with physical im- Chief of Orthopedics. As Union County, and bearing Docket F-19339- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The training is designed to chal- pairments. He is known a result of outstanding 03 within thirty-five (35) days after Novem- lenge new Marine recruits both physi- TOWN OF WESTFIELD for his many inven- growth, he earned the ber 20, 2003 exclusive of such date. If you cally and mentally. tions, including com- distinction of having fail to do so, judgement by default may be NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE FOR Pfc. Kolterjahn and fellow recruits rendered against you for the relief demanded NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS puter stick figures, mo- treated half of all the in the Complaint and Amendment To Fore- began their training at 5 a.m. by running Public notice is hereby given that the undersigned, The Collector of Taxes of the Town of tion analysis design and children served by CSH closure Complaint. You shall file your An- three miles and performing calisthenics. Westfield, Union County, New Jersey, will sell at public auction on the 11th day of December, software, mathemati- through its centennial swer and proof of service in duplicate with 2003 in the Tax Collector’s office in the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, In addition to the physical condi- the Clerk of the Superior Court of New cal methods, surgical year. New Jersey, at ten o’clock in the morning, the following described lands: tioning program, they spent numerous Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN 971, devices and new medi- A graduate of Rutgers The said lands will be sold to make the amount of Municipal liens chargeable against that Trenton, New Jersey 08625, together with hours in classroom and field assign- same on the 11th day of December, 2003 together with interest and cost of sale, exclusive cal treatments, some of University and Cornell your check in the sum of $135.00 represent- ments. They learned first aid, uniform however, of the lien for taxes for the year 2003. these earning him a Medical School, Dr. ing the filing fee in accordance with the rules The said lands will be sold in fee to such persons as will purchase the same, subject to regulations, combat water survival, of civil practice and procedure. nomination for the Pio- Nuzzo became a surgi- redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case in excess of eighteen percent (18%) marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat Dr. Roy Nuzzo This action has been instituted for the neer Award from the cal resident at Yale Uni- per annum. Payments for the sale shall be made by cash or certified check before conclusion purpose of (1) foreclosing a Mortgage dated and received assorted weapons train- of the sale or the property will be resold. Pediatric Orthopaedic versity Medical School 04/30/1984 made by John Michael Geary ing. They performed close order drill Any parcel of real property for which there shall be no other purchaser will be struck off and Society of North America. He re- followed by orthopedic residency at as mortgagors, to Norwest Mortgage, Inc. sold to the Municipality in fee for redemption at eighteen percent (18%) per annum and the and operated as a small infantry unit recorded on 05/04/1984 in Book 3443 of cently developed an entirely new Harvard Medical School where he Municipality shall have the right to bar or foreclose the right of redemption. during field training. Mortgages for Union County, Page 52 which kind of spinal implant for spinal re- also performed research for the Re- The sale will be made and conducted in accordance with the provisions of Article 4 of Mortgage was assigned on 05/01/1996 to Pfc. Kolterjahn and other recruits Chapter 5 of Title 54, Revised Statutes of New Jersey, 1937, and amendments thereto. construction. habilitation Engineering Research the plaintiff, WELLS FARGO HOME also received instruction on the Ma- At any time before the sale the undersigned will receive payment of the amount due on the He has also developed unique and Center – a joint facility of Harvard MORTGAGE, INC by Assignment Of Mort- property, with interest and costs incurred up to the time of payments, by certified check or rine Corps’ core values – honor, cour- gage recorded on 12/13/1996 in Book 948 effective treatments for certain diffi- and MIT. He was a reconstructive cash. age and commitment – and what of Assignments Of Mortgages for Union cult medical conditions which had surgeon in the Navy during the Viet- Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. County, Page 87 and (2) to recover posses- these words mean in guiding per- 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.) and the no prior salvage – including a surgi- nam War and received a unique mili- sion of, and concerns premises commonly sonal and professional conduct. Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.) In addition, the municipality is cal chemical intervention for disap- tary line commendation from the known as 181 Watchung Terrace, Scotch precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be He and his fellow recruits ended Plains, New Jersey 07076. pearing bone disease which in the Admiral of the Fleet for his role in in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. the training phase with The Cru- If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you past uniformly resulted in amputa- advancing surgical techniques and The said lands so subject to sale, described in accordance with the tax duplicate, including may communicate with the New Jersey Bar cible, a 54-hour, team evolution cul- the name of the owner as shown on the last duplicate and the total amount due thereon tion and now has long term favorable access in children’s treatment. Association by calling 609-394-1101. You minating in an emotional ceremony respectively on the 11th day of December, 2003, exclusive of the lien for the year 2003 are prognosis. In addition, Dr. Nuzzo Dr. Nuzzo has lived in Westfield may also contact the Lawyer Referral Ser- as listed below: in which recruits are presented with vice of the County of venue by calling 908- has pioneered many minimally inva- for 27 years. His wife is a pediatric Susan Noon the Marine Corps Emblem, and ad- 353-4715. If you cannot afford an attorney, sive surgical techniques. nurse practitioner specializing in Collector of Taxes you may communicate with the Legal Ser- dressed as “Marines” for the first Westfield, New Jersey Dr. Nuzzo has been a staunch ad- diabetes education and endocrine vices office of the County of venue by calling time in their careers. vocate for providing needed services disorders research. His daughter is a 908-354-4340. Location of Block Amount Due Pfc. Kolterjahn is a 2000 graduate to children with neuromuscular con- newscaster for NBC-TV, NY, and John Michael Geary, his heirs, devisees, Property Address Owner & Lot Dec. 11, 2003 of Westfield High School. and peraonal representatives, and his, their ditions. He has been instrumental in his son teaches English in Japan 1. 955 Lawrence Avenue WISSEL, Conrad J. 304/17 $ 10,397.05 or any of their successors in right, title and 2. 1170 Lawrence Avenue KANIA, Joseph & Suzanne 402/10 $ 6,499.57 PUBLIC NOTICE while working on video and anima- interest are made party defendants to this 3. 405 Quantuck Lane HOLZER, Eric 403/19 $ 1,595.79 PUBLIC NOTICE tion projects. foreclosure action because he executed BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 4. 760 Prospect Street RAPUANO, Samuel & Jo Ann 603/43 $ 4,151.96 plaintiff’s obligation and mortgage being fore- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 6. 754 Belvidere Avenue SCHWINN, Alice-Est of 1302/7 $ 3,766.13 Notice is hereby given that Ordinance PUBLIC NOTICE closed herein and may be liable for any 7. 11 Stanley Oval INGRAM, Richard C. 2302/21 $ 11,057.50 No. 03-19-R Notice is hereby given that Ordinance deficiency and because he is the owner of BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 8. 110 Nelson Place HORNUNG, Paul 2503/5 $ 6,825.57 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING No. 03-20-R record of the mortgaged premises being PLANNING BOARD 9. 445 Downer Street JOHNSON, Vanessa 2512/2 $ 562.17 CHAPTER 184 OF THE CODE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING forclosed herein and for any lien, claim or 10. 440 West Broad Street CENTENNIAL LODGE #400 2512/27 $ 194.88 OF THE BOROUGH OF CHAPTER 141 OF THE CODE Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- interest he, his heirs, devisees, and per- 11. 444 West Broad Street CENTENNIAL LODGE 2512/28 $ 6,126.31 FANWOOD REGARDING OF THE BOROUGH OF NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF sonal representatives, and his, their or any **12. 428 Palsted Avenue BUDD, Donald M. 2607/27 $ 6,683.17 PARKING OF MOTOR VE- FANWOOD REGARDING GA- FANWOOD after public hearing granted of their successors in right, title and interest 14. 529 Downer Street BARBATO, Luigi & Maria 2708/15 $ 4,680.22 HICLES RAGE AND YARD SALES approval to Donde & Linda Henderson for a may have in, to or against the mortgaged 15. 642 West Broad Street RHODES, Carol 2709/21 $ 7,857.21 was passed and adopted on the second was passed and adopted on the second fence and a deck extension on the property premises. 16. 429 West Broad Street CENTENNIAL LODGE 2901/26 $ 1,805.87 and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor at 203 Farley Avenue, Fanwood, New Jer- DONALD F. PHELAN, Clerk 19. 525 Chestnut Street South HELFENSTEIN, George 3408/32 $ 5,691.98 and Council of the Borough of Fanwood and Council of the Borough of Fanwood sey being Block 26 Lot 7. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW 21. 625 Ripley Place CALDORA, Frank & Gloria 4003/22 $ 929.85 held on November 11, 2003. held on November 11, 2003. Documents pertaining to this application JERSEY 22. 251 Windsor Avenue RICHARDSON, Gary 4004/32 $ 345.03 This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- are available for public inspection at Bor- ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN 24. 1010 Seward Avenue ISBRECHT, Richard W. 4604/2 $ 9,191.06 ately after final passage and publication as ately after final passage and publication as ough Hall during normal business hours. Attorneys At Law 25. 309 Belmar Place SILVERSTEIN, Harold 5012/11 $ 2,069.39 required by law. required by law. Donde & Linda Henderson 200 Sheffield Street, Suite 301 26. 2 Cottage Place CARLONE, Frank J. 5110/12 $ 638.03 Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern 203 Farley Avenue P.O. Box 1024 Borough Clerk Borough Clerk Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 ** PRIOR LIEN 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $17.34 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $16.83 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $15.30 1 T - 11/20/03, The Leader Fee: $71.91 4 T - 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 & 12/4/03, The Leader Fee: $403.92

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Elaine Demyen, a consistant top achiever in Burgdorff ERA, has been honored as Sales Agent of the Month for October, 2003 with sales of 7 units & a dollar volume of over $2.4 Million. Elaine has been a Realtor since 1986 One step inside this charming home and you will appreciate its “larger than it looks” with expertise in relocation & computer curb presence. With its open floor plan, this home is adaptable to any decor. A spacious technology and is a member of the NJAR living room and formal dining room open onto a bright, modern kitchen and accesses Circle of Excellence Sales Award at the Bronze Level (1989, 1992-97) and Silver Level (1998- the bi-level deck overlooking a private, professionally designed yard. Upstairs, find the 2002). Licensed as a Broker/Salesperson master bedroom suite with full bath and private office/nursery, plus two additional bed- since 1990, she has also received the NJAR rooms and full bath. The oversized basement with high ceilings is perfect for extra living/ Distinguished Sales Award in 2000. Elaine’s exercise/storage space. Ideally located on a small, quiet street within easy walking dis- sales production for 2002 reached just under $11 million. Elaine has been a resident of tance to town and trains. Don’t miss this very special home in one of New Jersey’s most Cranford for almost 30 years. She is a great desirable towns. WSF3020 Offered at $529,000 source of knowledge about area communities, schools, commuting and more. Elaine Demyen Barbara “Bobbee” Mulvee Sales Agent for Realtor Associate October, 2003

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WESTFIELD OFFICE • 600 NORTH AVE., W. • (908) 233-0065 Westfield Office • 209 Central Avenue • (908) 233-5555 Each office is independently owned and operated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 20, 2003 Page 19 More Education News New Full-Day Pre-K to Begin At St. Bartholomew School SCOTCH PLAINS — St. Pre-K program and registration in- Bartholomew Interparochial School formation, please call the school of- in Scotch Plains has announced that fice at (908) 322-4265 before Friday, it will offer a new full-day pre-kin- December 12. dergarten program for four year olds starting in September 2004. The program will feature academic Redeemer School readiness skills in reading and math, art and music classes, a library and To Hold Book Fair SCHOLASTIC SUPERSTARS…Holy Trinity Interparochial School students story time program, and religious WESTFIELD — Redeemer recently participated in the Scholastic Olympics at Roselle Catholic High education. Lutheran School in Westfield will host McKinley Elementary School in Westfield hosted local veterans on Veterans School. Pictured, left to right, are: Andrew Kulihin, Sean Smith, Robert Certified teachers will conduct the annual Scholastic Readstreet Book Day as part of an assembly arranged by music teacher, Mrs. Suzanne Fackelman. Coloney, Luke Granstrand, Matt Loughlin, Keith Zukowksi, Daniel Convery, the program and a full-time nurs- Fair from Sunday, November 23, to On this, the 50th anniversary of Veterans Day, fifth grade students spoke about Patrick McGowan, Daniel LiVolsi, Scott Muldoon, Allie Thek, Claire Moryan, ing staff will be available for the Tuesday, November 25. Sunday hours the history and significance of Veterans Day for all Americans and all the Brittany Leonard, Carolyn Haggerty, Megan Rauch, and Cynthia Ritter. Not students. To accommodate parents’ are 9 a.m. until noon. Monday and students paid tribute to the veterans in attendance with patriotic songs. Shown pictured is Kathryn Salvati. schedules, drop-off and pick-up pe- Tuesday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The here with the McKinley student color guard are veterans Lt. Schneider of the riods between 8 to 8:30 a.m. and sale is open to the public. Westfield Police Dept., Mr. John DeMarco, McKinley School crossing guard 2:30 and 3 p.m. have been planned. The fair offers a variety of books and and Westfield firefighter Boccini with guest firefighters. Robin Kastenmoyer Earns Students registered in the Pre-K accessories for children in Pre-Kinder- program will be priority registrants garten through the fifth grade. Addi- for entering St. Bartholomew’s Kin- tional vendors will include Mary Kay Holy Trinity Pupils Place Veterinary Medicine Degree dergarten. The Pre-K pupils will have Cosmetics, Laser Design, Hands for SCOTCH PLAINS – She also received the access to a full-equipped pre-kinder- Warmth hand-knitted sweaters, scarves In Scholastic Olympics Robin Jeanne Veterinary Scholars garten homeroom, an arts/crafts and gloves, and the Valparaiso Guild. Kastenmoyer, formerly Award, which secured classroom, an indoor gym, resource Local actor Les Minski will provide WESTFIELD – Seventeen eighth freshman year. Robin Jeanne Shea of admission into the vet- room, and library/media center. dramatic story readings for children at grade students from Holy Trinity Certificates for participation were Scotch Plains, recently erinary school at Michi- St. Bartholomew Interparochial 4 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. Interparochial School in Westfield awarded to Holy Trinity students received the Doctor of gan State, as an entering School, which was established in Visitors should enter through the were chosen to compete in the 32nd Claire Moryan and Sean Smith (math- Veterinary Medicine freshman. 1952, currently serves kindergarten main doors of Redeemer Lutheran Annual Scholastic Olympics at ematics), Matt Loughlin (religion), (DVM) from Michigan While at Michigan through eighth grade pupils and is Church at the corner of Clark Street Roselle Catholic High School Brittany Leonard and Andrew Kulihin State University in East State, she received nu- staffed by the Religious Teachers and Cowperthwaite Place. For addi- (RCHS) in Roselle on October 2. (art) and Keith Zukowksi (forensics). Lansing, Mich. merous awards and schol- Filippini and a lay faculty. tional information, please call the school Students from 15 Catholic schools She also earned a Doc- arships, including the For more information about the office at (908) 232-1592. participated in the competition, torate in Philosophy, spe- Jaqua Foundation Schol- which included nine subjects – cur- cializing in Microbiol- arship and the Harold rent events, English, history, math- ogy from Michigan State Wattenberg Foundation ematics, religion, science, spelling, in December of 2002. Robin Kastenmoyer Fellowship for combined art and forensics. Mrs. Kastenmoyer graduated from PhD/DVM students. She also held a Megan Rauch won first place in Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School graduate assistantship. English, while Daniel LiVolsi took in 1993. At that time, she was awarded Mrs. Kastenmoyer is currently second place. Patrick McGowan won one of 10 Alumni Distinguished Schol- employed by the National Institute first place in science and second arships from Michigan State. The grant of Health in Bethesda, Md. as a place was awarded to Cynthia Ritter. provided full tuition coverage, room Clinical Veterinarian. Robert Coloney and Allie Thek and board, and a stipend for four years. She resides with her husband and won second and third place in spell- fellow Michigan State graduate, Dr. ing, respectively. Kathryn Salvati James Kastenmoyer, in the Wash- won second place in religion, Carolyn ington, D.C. area. Haggerty took third place in history She is the daughter of Lois Shea of and Luke Granstrand was awarded Scotch Plains and Gerald Shea of third place in mathematics. Fanwood. These students received plaques and $300 scholarships to RCHS for Nicole Tanguy Attends Union College Names GENEROUS DONATION...Nicole Horn, a second grader at Brunner Leadership Conference Stern to Dean’s List Elementary School in Scotch Plains, SCOTCH PLAINS – Nicole TOP PRIZE…The Award of Excellence was presented to the Westfield Board of WESTFIELD – Union College displays a quilted wall hanging and Tanguy of Scotch Plains recently Education for its school budget presentation that was featured at public meetings has revealed that Joanna Stern of set of books she donated to the school’s attend the National Young Leaders and on TV-36 prior to the April 2003 school election. Judged “outstanding” by the Westfield has been named to the Media Center. The funds to purchase Conference in Washington, D.C. Her New Jersey School Boards Association and the New Jersey School Public Relations these items were donated by Nicole 2002-2003 Dean’s List. Joanna is a and her friends in lieu of Nicole re- selection was based on scholastic Association, the PowerPoint presentation received the highest award in the member of the Class of 2006. She is merit, community involvement and statewide annual competition. Presenting the award to Westfield Superintendent ceiving birthday presents. The “Black of Schools Dr. William Foley and Board Vice President and Finance Chairwoman a 2001 graduate of Solomon Lagoon” series by Mike Thaler is a leadership contributions. Schechter Day School. favorite among students. During the conference, Nicole met Anne Riegel is Patti Pawling, center, immediate past president of the association. U.S. Representative John Kline of NATIONAL HONOR…Kara Kaskiw, Minnesota and interacted with a See it all on the web in color . . . a Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School panel of renowned journalists from student, has been selected for mem- Washington’s press corps. She also bership in the National Honor Society had the opportunity to ask questions www.goleader.com of High School Scholars (NHHSS). The Scotch Plains resident was chosen regarding national and international because she has demonstrated supe- events, ethics in journalism and ad- rior academic achievement and is vice on how to start a career in the among one of the top scholars in the new industry. nation. “I congratulate Kara on this Nicole is a student at Scotch Plains- outstanding achievement and applaud Fanwood High School. the commitment to academic excellence,” said NSHSS Honorary Chair- PUBLIC NOTICE woman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the Nobel Prize Family. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE 03-23-R AND PUBLIC HEARING BOROUGH OF FANWOOD An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on ORDINANCE 03-22-S November 11, 2003. Copies of this ordi- AND PUBLIC HEARING nance can be obtained without cost in the An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Borough and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, November 11, 2003. Copies of this ordi- New Jersey between the hours of 8 a.m. and nance can be obtained without cost in the 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Borough The purpose of this ordinance is to Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, AMEND A 1995 SERVICE CONTRACT New Jersey between the hours of 8 a.m. and BETWEEN THE BOROUGH AND THE 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. PLAINFIELD AREA REGIONAL SEWER- The purpose of this ordinance is to AGE AUTHORITY, BOROUGH OF AMEND ORDINANCE 03-09-S, CHAPTER DUNELLEN, TOWNSHIP OF GREEN 86, SALARIES AND COMPENSATION BROOK, BOROUGH OF NORTH AND CHAPTER 67, POLICE DEPART- PLAINFIELD, CITY OF PLAINFIELD, MENT OF THE CODE OF THE BOR- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, BOR- OUGH OF FANWOOD REGARDING THE OUGH OF SOUTH PLAINFIELD AND THE POLICE CHIEF’S SALARY. BOROUGH OF WATCHUNG. A public hearing on this ordinance will be A public hearing on this ordinance will be held on December 9, 2003, at 8:00 PM. held on December 9, 2003, at 8:00 PM. 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Westfield Office 209 Central Avenue 908-233-5555, ext. 169 Direct Line: 908-301-2015 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION MOVING SALE! APARTMENT FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT Girls Travel SOCCER-WESTFIELD Weehawken - 3 bedrooms, GARWOOD - 2 Bedroom, Eat-in Furniture won’t fit in new house!! Westfield Stars U15 Girls Soccer parking for 2 cars, balcony, W/D, Kitchen, Close to Trans. Incl. CLASSIFIEDS Stunning Queen Anne mahogany Team is looking for a couple of heat & HW included. 1-1/2 months Dishwasher, W/D. $1025 Plus Util. D.R. Set: Table & 2 leaves, 6 chairs, players to fill out its roster. For security. No fee. Minutes to Mid- Available January 1. GARAGE SALE AUTO FOR SALE China & Buffet, just refinished. more information contact Coach Gorgeous! Ready for your Frank Cocchi via e-mail: Town. $1600/mo. Avail. Immed. Call Mike (973) 275-3986. Free coffee & donuts. Pine,oak, wicker 89 Plymouth Grand Voyager, Call (201) 864-7024 Thanksgiving dinner. $2,750.00. [email protected] APARTMENT FOR RENT furniture, sofas (1 sleeper) color TV’s, Red, Mileage 105,000, Good Nursery set excellent cond. crib, kid’s trike, Little Tykes sandbox, FOR RENT Point A to B, Relatively New changing table, dresser, oak, CHILDCARE HELP Private 2-Family Home. LR, Kit, 1 designer bags, crystal, Lenox, bric-a- Tires. Best Offer $300.00. Rattan porch furniture with WESTFIELD BR & Bath. 2rms on 3rd lvl for off./ brac. Sat. 11/22, 9-3, rain or shine. Call (908) 232-4407 beautiful designer covered Westfield - Care for 15 month old OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE stor. Use of garage/basement. Off 407 Quantuck - Westfield. cushions, couch, chair, coffee table, needed. Fridays 8:30-5:30. Light IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, Str. Pkg. 1 blk to train & downtown. AUTO FOR SALE end table, $750.00. Come see and housekeeping. References SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, Immed. Occup. $1500. Credit Check SPACE FOR RENT required. Please call: 95 Pontiac Grand Prix, make an offer. (908) 233-2668. IDEAL FOR STORAGE & refs. a must! (908) 419-5141 Part-Time Rental Space (908) 654-2757. $250.00/M 4-Door, Green, Low Mileage, HELP WANTED APARTMENT FOR RENT Available in Westfield. Excellent Condition. CHILDCARE Call Lori (973) 397-3541 Perfect for Tai Chi, Yoga or Dental Assistant - PT/Perm. WESTFIELD - 2 Bedroom Asking $4,750 Have breakfast with 2 boys ages Dance Classes. Call (908) 665-2527 Westfield Dental Practice seeking PUBLIC NOTICE 1st Floor, W/D hookup, Garage. Call (908) 232-6440 6 & 8 and drop off at school. $1,400 a month plus mature minded person for office and clinical support. Entry level 6:15am to 8:45am. 2 to 3 mornings TOWN OF WESTFIELD 2 months security, NP. HOUSE FOR SALE FOR SALE per week. PLANNING BOARD pos. No exp. necessary. Mon, Call (908) 518-0717 GARWOOD - House for sale by ENTERTAINMENT UNIT Thurs & Fri. Call (908) 232-6132. Call (908) 233-6676 after 8pm. The Westfield Planning Board will meet Bush Light Maple Finish-Only 4 on November 24, 2003 in Council Cham- SEEKING APARTMENT owner. 3 bedroom ranch, large bers in the Westfield Municipal Building, lot, 3 full baths, 2 car garage, full yrs old, in exc. cond. 81"w 76"h HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED NANNY DESIRED 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jer- One Bedroom Cottage for basement, fireplace, corner lot. 22"d. Holds most 36" TVs. Asking with excellent refs. to care for 3- sey at 8:00 p.m. to hear and consider the Single Male. $400 per month $350. Call (908) 889-6033. HAIRDRESSERS NEEDED following application: Mint Condition. $410,000. month-old boy 7:45am to 5:45pm Call (917) 488-1543 Appts. Only. Call (908) 233-2582 Cranford’s new salon for boys and 03-07(V) ONE ELM STREET ASSOCI- FURNITURE girls is looking for barbers and/or Tues, Weds and Thurs in Westfield. ATES, L.L.C., ONE ELM hairdressers that love kids; valid Lt. housekeeping. Extra hours STREET, BLOCK 3105, LOT PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Must sell/moving. Piano, maple available if desired. No smoking. 18, PRELIMINARY AND FINAL lic., 1yr exp.+, upbeat personality desk, bunk beds and desk, and patience are a must: no Paid vacations. (908) 301-1816 MAJOR SITE PLAN AP- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION music console, 3 corner table. PROVAL. APPLICANT SEEK- COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY following needed; fax resume to: (908) 233-0230 Evenings 6-9pm TEACHERS ING TO CONVERT A BUILD- ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS (908) 842-0211 or ING FORMERLY USED AS A call (908) 591-7078. Infant Caregivers. Full & Part BANK FOR THE PROPOSED PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Scotch plains- PIANO FOR SALE USE AS A RESTAURANT ON Fanwood Board of Education, in the County of Union, for the furnishing of the hereinafter Time Pos. Avail. Experience THE FIRST FLOOR AND COM- described labor, material and equipment for Proposed Window Replacements at Park Baby Grand Wurtlizer Piano HELP WANTED preferred. Westfield location. MERCIAL OFFICES ON THE Middle School, Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, and opened and read in public at needs new home. Appraised at FREIGHT Call Liz or Cheryl SECOND FLOOR. APPLI- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Offices, Evergreen avenue and Cedar $3000. Willing to sell for $2000. (908) 518-0900. CANT PROPOSES TO CON- Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, on December 11, 2003 , at 10:00 a.m. prevailing Fast Growing Company seeking VERT PARKING AREA TO time. Bids to be received for this work shall be Combined Bids for all the work required. Call (908) 232-4928 International Freight Manager. PARK LIKE SETTING WITH Bidding Documents may be examined at the office of Potter Architects, L.L.C., 410 Fax resume to (732) 574-8902 PIANO LESSONS GAZEBO AREA TO BE USED Colonial Avenue, Union, New Jersey 07083, during business hours. A copy thereof may be POOL TABLE or email: FOR OUT DOOR CAFÉ DIN- procured in person only after November 20, 2003, at the Architect’s office for the purpose TEACHING SINCE 1970 ING AS REGULATED BY OUT of bidding. Bidders shall notify the Architect in advance prior to obtaining bidding documents. Like New! Complete with all [email protected] DOOR CAFÉ LICENSING. Documents will not be mailed. A deposit in cash or check to the order of said Architect in the accessories, Pool sticks, etc. (908) 889-4095 Applicant seeks variances from sum of $150.00 is required, which is non-refundable. Asking $650 HELP WANTED the following: No bid will be accepted that does not conform to the Project Manual. Bids must be made MATH TUTOR on standard bid forms in the manner designated by the Project Manual, must be enclosed (908) 665-2527 REAL ESTATE, Agents at List of Existing Nonconform- in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder, the contract being bid on Ivy-level mathematics degree, ing Zoning Conditions: FUR COAT Burgdorff ERA are breaking all the outside thereof, addressed and delivered in person to the Owner. Bids will not be records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate proven results. Calculus, Section 11.25E.3 of the Land accepted by mail. statistics, trigonometry, math Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- Each bid shall be accompanied by the following: 3/4 length, Demi Buss Mink firm has training classes starting quires a minimum rear yard of 1/ 1. Guarantee payable to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education that bidder, excellent condition. soon. Scholarships available. SATs. Joe (908) 781-0888. 2 the building height = 39 feet. if the Contract is awarded to him, will enter into a contract therefor. Guarantee $1500 or best offer. Call 1-866-BURGDORFF Existing is 1.87 feet. shall be in the amount of 10% of the bid, but not in excess of $20,000.00 and may (908) 561-2435 LOST CAT be in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond. HELP WANTED Section 11.25F.1 of the Land Use 2. Certificate from a surety company stating that it will provide the bidder with a bond Ordinance. Ordinance requires EDY’S PAINTING A small grey cat with a bushy in such sum and form as is required in the Project Manual. SALES tail and white collar, last seen window area minimum 40%. Ex- 3. Affidavit showing prequalification in accordance with the standards of and by the isting 12.8%; 12.1%, 9%. Interior painting. Reasonable Fast Growing Glass Company 11/13 near Jefferson School. New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Building and Construction, seeks sales people. List of New C.40:55D-70c Vari- for bids $20,000 and over, for prime bidders and subcontractors, in accordance rates. Reliable, neat, quality Please call (908) 232-2962 ances Requested: with the requirements of the Department of the Treasury. work. Insured. Free Estimates Fax resume to (732) 574-8902 4. A statement setting forth the names and addresses of all stockholders owning Call Gabrielle (908) 397-8578 or email: Section 13.01E of the Land Use 10% or more of the stock in the case of a corporation, or 10% or greater interest [email protected] Ordinance. Ordinance requires in the case of a partnership, or acknowledgment that no person or entity has 10% Christmas Bazaar Set accessory structures in front yard or greater proprietary interest in the Bidder. PUBLIC NOTICE HELP WANTED not permitted. Proposed is a Bidders are notified as follows: At Cranford Church gazebo. 1. Addendum may be issued by the Owner in accordance with the Project Manual SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Small Growing Company seeking CRANFORD – The Trinity Section 16.03E.3.a(3) of the Land up to seven (7) business days prior to the receipt of bids and the bidders are CHANCERY DIVISION individual with extensive Excel, Church, located at North and Forest Use Ordinance. Ordinance al- obligated on their own initiative to make inquiry for and examine such addendum, UNION COUNTY lows mount height of sign to be if any. DOCKET NO. F-2555-03 Powerpoint and MS Word. Fax Avenues in Cranford, will hold its 12 feet. Proposed is 22 feet and 2. No bid may be withdrawn after date of receipt. FILE NO. 7042-02 resume to (732) 574-8902 or email: Annual Christmas Bazaar on Satur- Bidders are notified that they must comply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.37 and 38 feet. NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT [email protected] day, December 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 34:11-56.38 et seq. (Wages on Public Works) and that the contract to be awarded in the case p.m. Section 17.02C of the Land Use shall contain a stipulation that the wage rate must be paid to workmen employed in the (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: Ordinance. Ordinance for park- NEED A HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA? performance of the contracts shall not be less than the prevailing wage rate as determined RUTH CARTER; JOHN DOE The event will feature home- ing requires 95 spaces. Pro- by the Commissioner of the Department of Labor and Industry of the State of New Jersey. HUSBAND OF RUTH CARTER, Copy your home videos to DVD’s. made baked goods, handcrafted or- posed is none. Bidders are notified that they must comply with the provisions of P.L. 1999, c.238 (The SAID NAME JOHN DOE BE- Weddings, Birthday parties, Bar/ naments and Christmas wreaths, Section 11.25F.1 of the Land Use Public Works Contractor Registration Act), which became effective on April 11, 2000. ING FICTITIOUS; INSURED FI- Bat Mitzvahs, etc. to DVD-Videos. among other items, along with a Ordinance. Ordinance requires Bidders are notified that they must comply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:31-1 to 52:33- NANCIAL ACCEPTANCE building façade window area of 4, the statutes on the use of domestic materials on public work. CORPORATION; HOUSE- $10-$15 per DVD. Includes case. 50/50, basket raffles and refresh- 40%. Proposed is 12.8%, 12.1% Bidders are put on notice that the Owner is an exempt organization under the provisions HOLD RECOVERY SERVICES Call Howard at (908) 245-1472 ments. For further information, and 14%. of the New Jersey State Sales and Use Tax (N.J.S.A. 54:32B-1 et. seq.) and is not required CORP.; please call (908) 277-2821. to pay sales tax. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND PUBLIC NOTICE Section 16.04E.2 of the Land All bidders are put on notice that they are required to comply with all rules and regulations REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & Use Ordinance. Ordinance al- and orders promulgated by the State Treasurer pursuant to P.L. 1975, c.127 and with all TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS PUBLIC NOTICE PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, lows 2 signs on a corner prop- provisions of N.J.S.A. 10:2-1 through 10:2-4 (Affirmative Action), and N.J.A.C. 17:27. PLANNING BOARD whose address is GATEHALL 1, Take notice that Milton’s Distributing Co., erty. 3 wall signs and awning All bidders are put on notice that this project is subject to provisions of an EDA Grant PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the Inc. has applied to the Director of the Divi- signage is proposed. Agreement as noted in the Project Manual. Answer to the Complaint filed in a Civil Planning Board meeting of the Township of sion of Alcoholic Beverage Control for a Variances, waivers or exceptions from The Owner reserves the right to consider the bids for sixty (60) days after receipt thereof, Action, in which U.S. PROPERTY SALE, Scotch Plains held on November 10, 2003, Limited Wholesale Liquor License for the and further reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities in any certain site plan details or relief from re- L.L.C. is the plaintiff and RUTH CARTER, the Board adopted the Resolution for CDI premises situated at 750 Everett Street, bid or bids, and to make such awards as may be in the best interest of the Owner. quirements may be sought as appropriate. ET ALS; are defendants, pending in the Builders, LLC for 2225 Evergreen Avenue, Norwood, Massachusetts. Plans and application are on file in the By order of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, in the County of Union, New Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Block 03201, Lot 64 granting Minor Subdi- Objections, if any, should be made imme- Jersey. Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Division, UNION County and bearing Docket vision approval with no variances. diately in writing to the Director of the Divi- Mr. Anthony DelSordi Avenue W., Westfield, New Jersey and No. F-2555-03 within thirty-five (35) days The file pertaining to this application are in sion of Alcoholic Beverage Control, P.O. may be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 Business Administrator/Board Secretary after November 20, 2003 exclusive of such the Office of the Planning Board and avail- Box 087, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0087. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education a.m. to 4:30 p.m. date. If you fail to answer or appear in able for inspection during business hours. Milton’s Distributing Co., Inc. Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street Kenneth B. Marsh accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Barbara Horev 750 Everett Street Secretary Scotch plains, New Jersey 07076 Default may be rendered against you for Secretary to the Board Norwood, Massachusetts 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $116.28 1 T - 11/20/03, The Leader Fee: $69.36 relief demanded in the Complaint, and 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $14.79 1 T - 11/13 & 11/20/03, The LeaderFee: $25.50 Amendment to Complaint, if any. You shall PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE file your Answer and Proof of Service in PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Court of New Jersey, Hughes Justice Com- ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE plex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance with the Rules of Civil Prac- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on DECEMBER 4, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES tice and Procedure. Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zoning Board of You are further advised that if you are Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider the following appeal(s): unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Gregory and Marisa Watson for a Variance to permit the retention of a six-foot-high municate with the Lawyer Referral Service AND MUNICIPAL CHARGES fence at the property located at 1132 Tanglewood Lane (Block 11401, Lot 1), Scotch of the County of Venue and that if you cannot Plains, from the following section of the Zoning Ordinance: PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, I, Corinne Clements Stutcavage, the Collector of Taxes of the Township of Scotch Plains, afford an attorney, you may communicate Section 23-2.3o whereby “fences may be installed…to a height of nominally four (4) feet Union County, New Jersey will sell at a public auction on the 24th day of November 2003, in the Municipal Court in the Municipal Building, with the Legal Services Office of the County above ground level when located in a front yard area or beyond a projection of any front 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 10 o’clock in the morning, the below described lands. of Venue. The telephone number of such building line of any adjacent improved lots…” Proposed: six (6) feet in height. The said lands will be sold to make the amount of the municipal liens chargeable against that same on the 24th day of November 2003 agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral together with interest and cost of sale, exclusive however, of the lien for taxes for the year 2003. Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services Marke Enterprises, Inc., t/a Bowcraft Amusement Park, a non-conforming use in the Said lands will be sold in fee to such persons as will purchase the same, subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case Office 908-354-4340. ML-1 Zone, for Site Plan Approval in conjunction with the installation of a water playground in excess of eighteen (18) per cent per annum. Payment for the sale shall be made in cash, certified or cashier’s check or money order before THE ACTION has been instituted for the at the property located at 2524-2545 Route 22 West (Block 4802, Lots 9, 10, 11 & 12), the conclusion of the sale or the property will be resold. Payment of “Premiums” should be with separate funds. purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale Scotch Plains. Any parcel of real property for which there shall be no other purchase will be struck off and sold to the municipality in fee for redemption certificates: 1. A certain tax certificate Applicant is also requesting any and all variances and/or waivers as may be determined at eighteen (18) per cent per annum and the municipality shall have the right to bar or foreclose right of redemption. 000065, recorded on 6/29/2000, made by by the Board to be appropriate, required or advisable. The sale will be made and conducted in accordance with the provisions of Article 4 of Chapter 5 of Title 54, Revised Statutes of New Jersey, STEVEN M. DAVIS, Collector of Taxes of Ethan Schoss for three (3) Variances to permit the construction of a 20- by 30-foot 1937 and amendments thereto. CITY OF PLAINFIELD, and State of New detached garage at the property located at 1000 Locust Avenue (Block 15601, Lot 5.05), At any time before the sale, the undersigned will receive payment of the amount due on the property, with interest and costs incurred up Jersey to U.S. PROPERTY SALE, L.L.C. Scotch Plains, from Section 23-3.4D of the Zoning Ordinance which stipulates as follows to the time of payment by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or money order. and subsequently assigned to plaintiff, U.S. for secondary buildings in excess of 200 square feet: In the event that the owner of the property is on active duty in the military service, the Tax Collector should be notified immediately. PROPERTY SALE, L.L.C.. This covers Minimum rear-yard setback required is thirty (30 feet); proposed: approximately ten Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control real estate located in CITY OF PLAINFIELD, (10) feet; Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.), and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is precluded County of UNION, and State of New Jersey, Maximum height allowed is eighteen (18) feet; proposed: approximately 21-1/2 feet; from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the known as LOT 10 BLOCK 113 as shown on and site. the Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map Detached secondary buildings to be located to the rear of the primary building; The said lands so subject to sale, described in accordance with the tax duplicate, including the name of the owner as shown on the last duplicate of CITY OF PLAINFIELD. and proposed: in front of the existing house. tax duplicate and the total amount due thereon respectively on the 24th day of November 2003, exclusive of the lien for the year are as listed concerns premises commonly known as below: 206 SPOONER AVENUE, CITY OF Charlie Brown’s Restaurant Corp. for a Use Variance, bulk Variance and Site Plan Corinne Clements Stutcavage PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. Approval in conjunction with the proposed expansion of the existing restaurant, a non- Collector of Taxes YOU, RUTH CARTER, are made party conforming use in the R-3 Zone, at the property located at 2376 North Avenue (Block 8301, Scotch Plains, New Jersey defendant to the above foreclosure action Lot 8), Scotch Plains, from the following sections of the Zoning Ordinance: PROPERTY because you are the owner of a property Section 23-6.1(3) whereby “no non-conforming use may be expanded.” # BLOCK & LOT OWNER NAME LOCATION TAX MUNIC. INTEREST COST TOTAL which is the subject of the above entitled Section 23-2.3l(3) whereby “no off-street parking space shall be located within a required 1 101 - 5 LOPEZ, BERNADETTE & action. front-yard area in any zone.” GEORGE 1508 GABLES ST 612.00 0.00 98.26 15.00 725.26 YOU, JOHN DOE HUSBAND OF RUTH Applicant is also requesting any and all variances and/or waivers as may be determined 2 101 - 6 LOPEZ, BERNADETTE & CARTER, SAID NAME JOHN DOE BE- by the Board to be appropriate, required or advisable. GEORGE 1514 GABLES ST 722.16 0.00 154.96 17.54 894.66 ING FICTITIOUS, are made party defen- Scotch Hills, Inc. d/b/a Showroom Hand Car Wash, a Conditional Use in the M-1 Zone, 3 403 - 9 NJ AFFORDABLE HOMES 532 HUNTER AVE 75.49 0.00 6.43 15.00 96.92 dant to the above foreclosure action be- for the following Bulk and Conditional Use Variances in conjunction with the proposed 4 405 - 2 BARICH, JOHN & CLAUDIA 564 HUNTER AVE 3,696.48 0.00 740.38 88.74 4,525.60 cause plaintiff has been unable to determine subdivision of the property located at 2574 Plainfield Avenue (Block 6901, Lot 31), Scotch 5 503 - 5 MAYER, OTTO & EARLEAN 1724 FRONT ST 5,116.32 0.00 273.74 100.00 5,490.06 whether defendant RUTH CARTER is mar- Plains, into two (2) lots (Lots 31.01 and 31.02) and the construction of a contractor’s storage 6 601 -29 CELIUS, JOSEPH & ried, and if married, the name of RUTH building on proposed Lot 31.02: GUIRLAINE 326 HOE AVE 1,744.33 0.00 89.83 36.68 1,870.84 CARTER’s spouse. If RUTH CARTER is Proposed Lot 31.01: 7 705 - 6 BETHEA, MARY ANN 229 MYRTLE 1,276.74 0.00 108.66 27.71 1,413.11 married, the plaintiff joins JOHN DOE HUS- Section 23-5.2, Permitted Conditional Uses – 8 1902 - 17 PONZIO, CARMEN & BAND OF RUTH CARTER, SAID NAME Minimum lot width required is 100 feet; proposed: 95.50 feet; PONZIO, NICHOLAS 211 UNION AVE 5,665.26 0.00 152.96 100.00 5,918.22 JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS as a de- Minimum distance to a public or private school, hospital, church, library or other similar 9 2103 - 8 ERRICKSON, ERMELINA & fendant for any possessory or marital rights place of public assembly required is 1,000 feet; proposed: 80 feet; JACK 418 MONTAGUE AVE 4,375.43 0.00 338.09 94.27 4,807.79 you may have. Minimum side-yard setback required is 25 feet; proposed: 2.53 feet; 10 2601 - 1 DINIZO, FRANK & EILEEN 2053 WESTFIELD AVE 5,716.08 0.00 1,111.39 100.00 6,927.47 YOU, INSURED FINANCIAL ACCEP- Maximum lot coverage permitted is 20 percent; proposed: 24.9 percent; 11 2801 - 1 VIN-MAT, INC. 2040 ROUTE 22 26,591.40 2.37 5,531.30 100.00 32,225.07 TANCE CORPORATION, are made party Minimum parking spaces required for existing 4,885-square-foot building is sixty (60) 12 4303.04 - 1 CR01 RIGA 55, INC. 1 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 defendant to the above foreclosure action spaces; proposed: 15 spaces; 13 4303.04 - 3 CR03 RIGA 55, INC. 3 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 because on June 10, 1985, Vernon Carter, Minimum 10-foot-wide buffer area required for parking areas abutting residential 14 4303.04 - 5 CR05 RIGA 55, INC. 5 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 executed a mortgage to Insured Financial zones; proposed: none; and 15 4303.04 - 7 CR07 RIGA 55, INC. 7 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 Acceptance Corporation in the amount of $ Maximum driveway width permitted is 25 feet; existing and proposed: 95.5 feet; 16 4303.06 - 21 CR21 RIGA 55, INC. 21 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 5,800.00, which mortgage was recorded on Proposed Lot 31.02: 17 4303.06 - 25 CR25 RIGA 55, INC. 25 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 July 30, 1985 in the UNION County Clerk’s/ Section 23-2.3 whereby no parking space shall be located within a required front-yard 18 4303.07 - 27 CR27 RIGA 55, INC. 27 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 Register’s Office in Mortgage Book 3535 at area in any zone; proposed: five (5) spaces; 19 4303.07 - 29 CR29 RIGA 55, INC. 29 RIGA COURT 817.37 0.00 77.74 17.90 913.01 page 987. Said mortgage is subordinate to Section 23-3.14, M-1 Industrial Zone – 20 4303.07 - 33 CR33 RIGA 55, INC. 33 RIGA COURT 408.68 0.00 34.78 15.00 458.46 the Plaintiff’s lien. Each use in the Zone shall provide a space for truck loading and unloading on the same 21 5602 - 7 * NICOSIA, RUSSELL & YOU, HOUSEHOLD RECOVERY SER- lot; proposed: none; JUDITH 39 CANTERBURY DR 7,904.50 0.00 1,684.65 100.00 9,689.15 VICES CORP., are made party defendant Each use in the Zone shall set aside 10 percent of the tract for seeding and 22 5701 - 14 DARROW, LOUIS 365 FAWN RIDGE DR 7,839.72 0.00 1,587.50 100.00 9,527.22 to the above foreclosure action because on landscaping; proposed: none; 23 7201 - 29.03 NELSON, BERTHA & February 6, 2001, a judgment was entered Each use which abuts a residential zone shall provide a 20-foot-wide buffer area; WILLIAMS, SAMUEL 2403 RICHMOND ST 326.92 0.00 8.66 15.00 350.58 in the Superior Court of New Jersey, proposed: none; and 24 7302 - 18 ZENJ-RA, JASIM 875 TERNAY AVE 5,403.96 0.00 1,116.94 100.00 6,620.90 Middlesex County, by Household Recovery All industrial activities shall take place within an enclosed building, and the incidental 25 7303 - 20 MCCOY, CALVIN A. 2704 PLAINFIELD AVE 920.36 0.00 21.88 18.84 961.08 Service Corp against Ruth Carter disclos- storage of materials out of doors shall be shielded by fencing, landscaping, etc.; 26 7401 - 26 JENKINS, LINDA 2321 MORSE AVE 3,321.81 0.00 211.25 70.66 3,603.72 ing a debt in the amount of $8,137.20, plus proposed: none. 27 8703 - 6 FELTON, JAMES 1111 JEFFERSON AVE 1,310.64 0.00 123.86 28.69 1,463.19 costs. Said judgment was entered as Judg- Applicant is also requesting any and all variances and/or waivers as may be determined 28 11402 - 45 BOROM, WILLIAM & ment No. DJ-025915-2001. Said judgment by the Board to be appropriate, required or advisable. KARYNN 1156 MARTINE AVE 3,256.42 0.00 499.79 75.12 3,831.33 is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. 29 15302 - 2 SHANNI, STEFAN 1310 CUSHING RD 4,730.96 0.00 709.64 100.00 5,540.60 DATED: November 12, 2003 All interested persons may be present and be heard. 30 15901 - 13 CURRIE, CRAIG 14 WEDGEWOOD WAY 14,076.00 0.00 2,855.45 100.00 17,031.45 Donald F. Phelan, The file pertaining to this application is in the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, 31 15901 - 40 MIGNANO, MICHAEL & Clerk of the Superior Court 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Plains, and is available for public inspection during MARGARET 2 ORCHARD DR 8,527.60 0.00 1,253.56 100.00 9,881.16 of New Jersey regular office hours. 32 16101 - 5 BALL, ESTATE OF ETHEL 917 RARITAN ROAD 5,373.36 0.00 1,048.68 100.00 6,522.04 CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. Linda M. Lies 1 Gatehall Drive Secretary to the Zoning Board of Adjustment * Amount includes 2001 + 2002 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Township of Scotch Plains 4 T – 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 & 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $783.36 1 T - 11/20/03, The Leader Fee: $93.84 1 T - 11/20/03, The Times Fee: $130.56 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 20, 2003 Page 21 Christmas Tree Craft Night Set SCOTCH PLAINS – The His- torical Society of Scotch Plains ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment and Fanwood has invited the public to create Christmas tree crafts at its Tuesday, No- Symphony Invites Public vember 25, meeting at the Fanwood Train To Annual Holiday Dinner Station at 8 WESTFIELD — The Friends of at (908) 232-7559 or (908) 232-3560. p.m. the Westfield Symphony Orchestra Those interested in learning more The society will provide (WSO) will host their annual holi- about the Friends and their social Get Outta all craft supplies, such as pi- day dinner on Monday, December and cultural activities are urged to necones and grapevine wreathes 8, at 6 p.m. at Mezzogiorno Restau- ring in the holidays at this event. The House to decorate with various ribbons, rant in Scotch Plains. The public is Maestro David Wroe is expected flowers, fruits and birds. By CAROL F. DAVIS invited to attend. to attend. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times COMEDIC ACTORS…My Sister Eileen, the fall production at Westfield High A small fee will be charged to Tickets to the multi-course dinner For a schedule of Symphony School, features Samantha Hooper-Hamersley and Ali Siko, pictured, left to non-members in order to cover are $40 and may be obtained by concerts, please call the WSO at This Saturday, November 22, right, as Ruth and Eileen Sherwood, two young women from Ohio who come to the crafts’ expense. Refreshments calling the Friends representatives (908) 232-9400. the Hickory Tree Chorus is pre- New York City to follow their dreams. Jason Mesches is their comedic landlord, and fellowship will follow the senting an acappella Celebra- Mr. Appololous, who rents them a Greenwich Village basement apartment. The meeting. tion! There will be two perfor- three-day run begins today, November 20, at 3:30 p.m. and continues on November 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $6 with all general seating. For more information, please mances, one at 2 and 8 p.m. at call Society President Richard the Chatham Middle School, 480 POPCORN™ Bousquet at (908) 232-1199 or Main Street. It’s all about pop POPCORN write P.O. Box 261, Scotch Plains, tunes in four-part harmony with 07076. dazzling costumes, innovative choreography and creative pre- The Matrix Revolutions: sentations. This event also features a guest performance by Holiday Boutique Reveille, a fabulous and funny Loses Its Spin male quartet. Tickets are $20 & One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Planned by WF $15. For advance ticket infor- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER simply transfer it to your brain, or merely mation and directions, please 2 & ½ popcorns wait until it’s on tape/DVD and see it for Weavers Guild call (908) 879-2929, or e-mail After three Matrixes I think I finally un- yourself. WESTFIELD — The [email protected]. derstand this cyber gibberish from the Broth- Westfield Weavers Guild will * * * * * ers Wachowski. Not that I really do. That is, hold its 16th Annual Holiday I’m not quite ready to entirely devote myself Boutique on Friday, November Summit’s Kent Place Gallery to its video games and collateral lore. I won’t Pen & Ink is showing Four Voices, featur- be buying seven-volume DVD sets, replete 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Saturday, November 22, from ing the works of Barbara Bul- with special new footage. These computer lock, Curlee Raven Holton, Ed- programs are getting more and more real. walkwayuntil they decided where 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 715 Dorian How do I know I’m not just a program of a Road in Westfield. ward Hughes and Leroy Johnson, to go, I had to shoot a few intimi- now through Friday, December film critic who thinks he understands what dating looks at the gum slinging, The sale will include holi- transpires in The Matrix Revolutions, the day items plus rugs, table lin- 19. Each collection demonstrates hopefully, but probably not, last of this sci- leather jacket clad New Yawkers aspects of important social, aes- and stake my claim. They knew I ens, and apparel, woven by ence fiction series? guild members. Guest artists, thetic, and personal themes aris- Most will probably make their decision wasn’t one of their own, but I would ing in contemporary African- predicated on what the program that thinks Frances Mackey, potter, and not falter. I had a mission. Bernice Shah, painter, will also ORNAMENT PICKING…Westfield residents Elizabeth Nicholas and Alexandra American art. From paintings to he’s Roger Ebert says. No matter whom you Bear in mind that the cashiers at admire the handmade ornaments on Trailside Nature & Science Center’s collage to mixed media, there entrust with your movie-going future, the have items for sale. For more Christmas tree at the annual Nature Craft Show last year. facts are obvious. If you (or, the program that the Cape Cod, Connecticut and information, please call (908) will be something for all tastes. thinks it’s you) enjoy this sort of paradoxical Rhode Island locations, take pride 654-1540. Don’t miss the reception on Fri- speculation, don’t care how illogical it is, and care in wrapping purchases, while day, November 21, from 6 to 8 and wouldn’t mind it combined with a mess making pleasant conversation and Nature Crafts, Tree Lighting p.m. It’s free, and you should call of kung-fu fighting, chances are The Matrix them for directions or more in- Revolutions is for you. musing about the nippy weather. In formation at (908) 273-0900, ex- At no extra charge, writer-directors Larry Nanuet, I received a rapid wrap, my Planned at Stables on Dec. 7 tension no. 332. and Andy Wachowski are happy to once dollars were snatched and I was again throw in that whole apocalyptic, ma- MOUNTAINSIDE – The Holiday lead-line horse rides and children’s * * * * * chines-gonna-conquer-man rigmarole. slapped with a whopping 8.125 per- Christmas Tree Lighting and Nature crafts. The Union County Police De- Craft Show will be held at the Watchung partment will perform children’s fin- Stop in at the Town Book Store There are also lots of special effects, albeit cent sales tax. The cashiers didn’t of Westfield on Saturday, No- recycled from the sci-fi bargain store. What want to know where I was from they Stables in Mountainside on Sunday, gerprinting and D-chips throughout the would episode 3 be without prescient mono- December 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. afternoon. vember 22nd, from 11am to 1pm, logues delivered by interspersed characters just wanted me to get the hell out. Evergreen wreathes, scrimshaw, tree Santa Claus will arrive at 1 p.m. and to see Westfield native George of varying anachronistic curiosity? First and Last week, I visited my neigh- skirts, table runners, wooden toys, coun- children can visit with him until 5 p.m. Smith, author of a new children’s foremost among these seemingly out of place bors, who first enlightened us about try décor, homemade jams, jellies and as the tree lighting finale begins. Re- picture book, “Journey of the sorts, actress Mary Alice appears to be a the unreal bargains available at these relishes, herbal soaps, garden art and a freshments will be available. Little Red Boat.” It’s autobio- kindly, cookie-baking homebody living in Christmas Tree Shops, and when I variety of jewelry will be vended, as There is no admission fee. However, graphical, and of course has a the projects. asked about their experience at the well as nature photography, Native patrons should bring a donation of an happy ending. Later, from 2 to 4 But, she’s really the Oracle. Human and American carvings, flutes, dream- item of dry or canned food, or a new, p.m., share the power of food in program alike visit her humble digs not only Nanuet location, one of them catchers, handmade chocolate, pottery, unwrapped toy. These items will be to ascertain their fate, but the world’s destiny the lives of American women shrugged and said, “Well, you hand-blended potpourri sachets and donated to local charities. with New Jersey author Laura as well. Whether or not she really knows know, they’re New Yorkers.” They what’s coming down the pike is another herbal garlands, and honey and bees- For more information, please call Schenone and her book, “A Thou- matter. Too bad she doesn’t sing the info. concurred that the brisk and brash wax candles. the Trailside Nature & Science Center sand Years Over a Hot Stove: A Because while delivered in the jargon, most attitude in Nanuet contrasted starkly Crafters will also sell hand-woven at (908) 789-3670 or Watchung Stables History of American Women Told of what she babbles doesn’t sound any more with their New England visits. chenille scarves and baby sweaters, at (908) 789-3665. Through Food, Recipes, and Re- prophetic than que sera, sera. Getting lost anywhere in New WARM AND COZY…Lizzy bead-woven amulets, clothing acces- membrances.” It’s beautifully il- While armies of 14-year-old nerds may York is one of my top five night- Myers models a hat and scarf, sories and recycled-denim pillows, as lustrated and filled with classic beg to differ, what it boils down to in install- hand-knit and woven by Karen well as a variety of ornaments, toys and recipes and inspirational stories. ment 3, after all the cutting edge shouting, is mares, so the nearby Nanuet Diner Andrus. Such handmade gift items stocking stuffers. Book Nook a tucked tail return to traditional storytelling. seemed like a failsafe dining option. will be available at the Westfield Beginning at noon, barn tours, a pet- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 * * * * * ideas for school and community Maybe that’s why I’m under the delusion If you’ve ever been to a Home Weavers Guild’s 16th Annual Holi- ting zoo, horseback riding demonstra- Readers, take note. The Friends that I get it this go-round. There is a begin- day Boutique. tions and roaming holiday singers will projects. ning, middle, and end, readily identifiable Depot and heard the foghorn public of the Library Fall Used Book address system used to find em- be available. Children can join in the Thanksgiving food, traditions and Sale will take place from No- heroes and discernible villains. celebrations set the vember 20 to 22 in the basement Welcome once again to Zion, last strong- ployees to haul sod and lumber out stage for the holi- hold of the humans, and currently on red to customers’ cars, you know how of the Cranford Public Library. alert for what could be the final and deter- day in Lucille Enter from the main parking lot loud the woman’s cell phone was at Recht Penner’s mining onslaught of the machines. Indeed, on the south side. If you can hold before film’s end we will witness what may the table nearby. The whole restau- “The Thanksgiv- rant was captivated by the lady with off until Sunday afternoon, $3 or may not be Armageddon. That means ing Book,” will get you all the books you can more special effects. But not before what has (Hastings House, the airbrushed claws, we’ll call her fit in a bag. That should keep you by now become an assembly line of cliché- 1986). You’ll want Taisha, telling her friend about her busy through the winter. ridden pronouncements, conversations preg- shopping trip with great volume. to try out the nant with grave foreboding, and grandstand- yummy recipes. ing summit meetings among gray-haired Every time her friend responded, a senator types and ambitious generals. series of beeps and bells went off. Thanksgiving from a dog’s point of view? Read Special Notice: Don’t despair. Thankfully, there are still The New Yorkers seemed amused those who are pure of heart and noble of “Friendship’s First Thanksgiving,” writ- • Due to the Thanksgiving Holi- deed. Most notable are Neo and Trinity, the by the inconsideration. The Le ten and illustrated by William Accorsi day, we will be going to press Matrix’s version of the prom king and queen. Poidevins had enough. (Holiday House, 1992) It is the story of early and coming out on Wednes- Again portrayed by Keanu Reeves and Car- Call us masochists, but we went a pilgrim dog named Friendship and his day, November 26. Early submit- rie-Anne Moss, respectively, these solemn across the highway to shop at the first Thanksgiving Day. tal of all press releases lovebirds are as dedicated to the survival of Nanuet Mall. Three lines at one We have much to be thankful for as is strongly advised. the species as they are to each other. • Also, don’t for- No less than once each, when held at department store’s register station we gather around our tables this knifepoint or otherwise in the stranglehold were indeterminable and my mom Thanksgiving Day, not the least of get to tell us of the enemy, they have asked the other to wanted to make sure she wasn’t Duende - Maria Woodford and Alex Radus. which is the freedom to read books ([email protected]) disregard them and vanquish the foe. cutting anyone in line. So, she of our own choosing. Celebrate this what you’re thank- Alongside them fighting the good fight is cherished freedom by reading a book. ful for this year. Laurence Fishburne as Morpheus. Please asked a group of New Yorkers where Duende’s New CD to Debut Happy Thanksgiving to all. don’t ask me what any of their exact titles are. the line began and ended, only to World Saver 1, World Saver 2, etc? Who get some dour, snide reactions, knows? Do they work for the government or eye-rolling, and scoffs – to which what? I know some of them pilot their own At Easton, Pa. Release Party spaceships. In fact, one patriot even gives up I returned a loud “nice attitude” in WESTFIELD – Duende, which students of Augusta Heritage, a cen- her ride so that Neo can do the Odysseus passing over to the next line. includes Maria Woodford and Alex ter for the preservation of American thing and voyage to the City of Machines to A branch of my family tree relo- Radus, will release their second CD Roots music. sue for peace. Of course the bigwigs frown cated in the past three years to on Friday, December 12, from 9 p.m. After taking to all styles of tradi- on the initiative. But then, what else is new? Freehold to escape the congestion to midnight at Jac & Company, 300 tional American music and unable to For the great unwashed, it may be conso- North Street and College Avenue in settle on a genre, Duende coined the lation to know that guessing about what’s and metropolization of Middlesex going on is actually okay. Like its predeces- County, only to find vans and cars Easton, Pa. term Fusion Folk to describe their sors, The Matrix Revolutions is a movie of with New York license plates un- There will be no cover charge and acoustic-based music, which blends metaphors ... some good, some just tire- more information can be obtained by elements of folk (both Mountain and some, and some fitfully sophomoric. loading next door and all over the calling (610) 515-1154. Urban), Blues, Bluegrass, Country A prime example is Agent Smith, the neighborhood. There’s no escap- Duende’s live CD, “Peppers and and Swing. rapidly multiplying program devilishly por- ing them. The problem New York- Jelly,” includes selections recorded As a duo, Duende has brought their trayed by Hugo Weaving. Attired in busi- ers have with rat infestation equals in Sparta, Manhattan and Boston. music from cost to coast, traveling ness suit and loyal to neither man nor ma- the plague that falls upon Jersey Woodford, a Westfield resident, 70,000 highway miles, playing several chine, the monstrous, cancer-like bit of ren- egade software is interested only in its own residents on the weekend trying to and Radus of Flemington met in venues and performing on 16 full- self-aggrandizement. A critic more liberal find a parking spot at the mall or Elkins, West Va. Four years ago as length studio releases in four years. than myself might venture that, through this anywhere off Route 1 & 9. In fact, scenery-munching villain, the Wachowskis everyday, more and more, Westfield thumb their collective nose at the corporate mindset. is starting to sound like and be- Queen of Arts: Fall Into Fold Then there’s the matter of the clothes. come just as congested as New CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 projects are challenging for beginners, U.S. Whilst in the Matrix, Neo and company are, York City. We’re only missing some homemaker. FOUNDRY more often than not, sleekly attired in long hot dog and pretzel vendors on the Folding fabric has never proved so but right on the thimble for intermediate black coat. Such is the movie’s idea of sarto- corner of East Broad Street. fruitful in “Folding Flowers: Fabric or experienced fabric artists. rial splendor. But in so-called real life, the Origami With a Twist of Silk Ribbon” One autumn project, Sweet Septem- tattered and stretched out sweaters the gang There are a couple of mantras I by Kumiko Sudo, a native of Tokyo and ber Purse with Mandarin Flowers, is so wears look like something they got from have developed over time which Oregon resident. The quilt and fabric exquisite and elegant that even beginners crawling into those metal bins in the super- mirror one of my favorites: “Wel- artist also divides projects into seasons will take up the painstaking tasks in- market parking lot. come to New Jersey. Now, Get Out.” in this 170-page volume elegantly volved in creating it. Imagine the compli- The ploy is familiar. You’ll note that in the ments! Another favorite, the Hozuki The Wizard of Oz things are rather bleak in To keep it simple – you don’t want adorned with watercolor/pastel-like flowers. purse, which can be embellished with Kansas, but very colorful in Oz. Similar to go shopping with me. I’m a little beads and buttons, would also be a non- parallels can be attributed to “Alice in Won- lethal in the tongue-lashing depart- “As I work with fabric and ribbon,” derland.” said Kumiko Sudo, “I picture the deli- stop conversation piece and gorgeous ment. Phrases like “Speak the lan- cate shapes and colors of the flowers accessory. A survival kit for viewing The Matrix guage!” “Welcome to America” and Revolutions suggests that the real fun resides that awaken each month in my garden. * * * * * in pretentiously hypothesizing what all the “Outta my Way” have fallen from Layer after layer, my fingers fold fabric different mechanisms and artistic devices my lips, much to the dismay of my and a new blossom emerges. A twist of Where to Find It: “Paper for All are representative of and then smugly bask- silk ribbon adds a shimmer of sunlight Seasons,” www.watsonguptill.com, parents who insist that I tolerate $19.95, 28 pages and “Folding Flowers: ing in the self-satisfaction. However, if you’re diversity and mall visitors who shop and the flower comes to life in my hands.” just too modest for that, the smart money Although the introduction and ancient Fabric Origami With a Twist of Silk proposes one of two options. Either send like zombies. Japanese calendar of flowers tend to drag Ribbon,” www.brecklingpress.com, your program to take in the film and then I don’t buy it. on like a college history lecture, Sudo’s $29.95, 170 pages. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, November 20, 2003 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

What are you thankful for? Submit your entries to: BoutiqueBoutique BBeyeyondond [email protected] and we’ll ArtsArts && EntertainmentEntertainment publish them next week! BorBordersders AAttractsttracts FFlorhamlorham Pk.Pk. ArArtisttist PPiecesieces CharitableCharitable SShoppershoppers By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN carved with painstaking ornamen- OOpenpen DDooroor PPolicyolicy inin WFWF Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tation. WESTFIELD – Last Saturday, at To benefit the minority peoples By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN worth photographing didn’t matter,” Tuchman told The Presbyterian Church in of China, China Ethnic Crafts in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains-Times, Westfield’s Assembly Hall, generous Auburn, Me. presented Shibori in- WESTFIELD – Visits to her sister’s Westfield “a lot of times, the door was the centerpiece that made shoppers, who were not only seeking digo blue tablecloths created by home kindled a creative notion in the mind of the house become so interesting.” the ideal present, but wanted to give the Miao of Hunan Province. Hand- Florham Park resident and graphic artist Carolyn In fact, Tuchman took so many photographs for back to local and international mis- sewing, dipping of dye and more Tuchman. What if she photo- her “Westfield, New Jersey Door- sion projects, milled about with smiles stitching bring these cloths to life. graphed some doors of Westfield ways” collage print that it was of satisfaction. Hand-embroidered purses, book homes and cropped and arranged difficult to narrow down the pool For, while most holiday boutiques covers and bookmarks, which were them to complement each another “Westfield, New Jersey of candidates. She used Adobe benefit the participating crafters or gorgeous enough to be included in to form one Victorian house? Doorways” Photoshop to crop and adjust the Tuchman contacted the Down- by Carolyn Tuchman winning shots and to arrange them town Westfield Corporation * 13 x 19....$75 into the Victorian home model. (DWC) Executive Director Sherry * 11 x 14....$65 Normally, Tuchman designed Cronin, who offered her organiza- * 8 x 10...... $50 collages using photographs of tion as an outlet for the photogra- All non-framed, dry-mounted people taken by relatives and pher to sell the collage prints. and shrink-wrapped. The 13x19 friends during special occasions, Though a frequent visitor to size can be custom-framed. such as an anniversary or birth- Westfield, Tuchman was not fa- Available at the DWC Of- day. But, when she took one of miliar with the names of all of the fices, 105 Elm Street, the pieces with her own photo- streets she voyaged to take the Westfield. graphs to a Madison frame shop, photographs. However, Tuchman the employee suggested that she said she treasured the beauty of enter the piece in an art show. the town and its architecture enough to travel Tuchman agreed and her Community Door- around with her camera and photograph any ways series was born, which has included doors that caught her eye. Princeton University, Columbia University, What was she looking for specifically? The Florham Park and Madison. Currently, she is color of the door, whether it was wooden or working on a piece that will add the University painted, and the character it exuded were some of Pennsylvania to the collection. of the deciding factors. Some doors were draped The photographs Tuchman selected for the Photo Courtesy of Carolyn Tuchman with wreathes, others were framed by unique Westfield collage reflect all of the seasons in town, DOORS GALORE...Carolyn Tuchman’s photo assem- molding and pillars, while the woodworking however, she said the feedback thus far has been so blage, “Westfield, New Jersey Doorways,” pictured above, stood out on other selections. encouraging that she may do a second piece that doors has become a conversation piece. “Whether or not the house itself was particularly could spotlight specific seasons like winter and fall. BookBook NNookook By Marylou Morano Thanksgiving Books Mark Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ONE OF A KIND…Members of the Presbyterian Women, Margo Seaman, standing, and Erin Peterson, seated, absorbed all of the charitable energy America’s Heritage for Kids generated by attendees of Saturday’s annual Silver Snowflake Boutique. Peterson was in charge of the Silent Auction department and also created the Raggedy By MARYLOU Elementary school Ann character dolls and Silver Snowflake doll. MORANO Specially Written for The Westfield students will enjoy the Leader and The Times story of the symbols the organization hosting the event, a museum display, were also avail- It is more than the that represent Thanks- the Silver Snowflake Boutique, able to shoppers. start of the Christmas giving written about in sponsored annually by the Presby- Among the crafts, Mission to the season and more than “Turkeys, Pilgrims, and terian Women, ensures that every Miao pamphlets were stacked, just a few days off from Indian Corn” by Edna profit aids those crafters in desti- bringing to light the goal of some Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times school or work. Barth (Clarion, 1975). tute regions who have hand-crafted American churches to bring Chris- THREE DREW A CROWD…The Loren Daniels Trio had everyone’s attention Poems and stories by some of the most unique merchan- last Wednesday night at the Northside Trattoria in Westfield. Thanksgiving is part of tianity to the Chinese regions America’s heritage, and some of children’s fa- dise. through prayer and handcrafts sale it is never too early to vorite authors are col- Additionally, church members events. instill in our children lected in “Thanksgiv- armed themselves with thimbles, One corner of Assembly Hall fea- Pen & Ink: With Michelle Le Poidevin the real significance of ing Stories and Po- thread, paintbrushes and other ma- tured piles of Oriental rugs, an- Pen & Ink: this special day. ems,” edited by terials to assemble products which other drew shoppers with the aroma The world of books Caroline Feller Bauer were either up for bid in the Silent of baked goods, while the center of NY Hate of Mind: How Sales Tax, has plenty to offer young readers of (Harper Collins, 1994). Thanksgiv- Auction or available for on-the- the facility included auction items, all ages who wish to learn more ing recipes are included! spot purchase. such as stained glass, fine art, an Bossy Shoppers Make Season Fright about what has come to be thought The spirit of Thanksgiving shines Erin Peterson and Margo Sea- appointment with Jana Sage forth in Carol Barkin and Elizabeth man showed The Westfield Leader Peterson for yoga lessons, and the By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN of as our first national holiday. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Recently released just in time for James’s “Happy Thanksgiving!” and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood ever-popular Clantas dolls from (Lothrop, Lee and Shepard Books, Times an array of velvet-lined stor- Christmas Tree Shops dot New England, hyping the “Don’t You Just Thanksgiving is “Thank You, Georgetown, Prince Edward Island. Thanksgiving” by David Milgrim. 1986). This book contains lot of age units and trunks from Pakistan; SERRV International, a Mary- Love a Bargain?” slogan. Over the past 10 years, I have fulfilled chunks some contained hidden niches, See the world from the perspective Continued on Page 21 land-based organization, which of my Christmas list at these stores, parking my burgeoning shopping of a little girl, who is well aware of while all were intricately hand- helps low-income, grassroots cart at registers manned by cashiers cheerier than North Pole elves, and all there is to be thankful for. Pub- handcraft producers and farmers browsing among customers who move about pleasantly like the ani- lished by Clarion Books, “Thank throughout the poorest regions, earn mated characters in “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.” You, Thanksgiving” is perfect to income through Fair Trade efforts, That was before I went to Nanuet, New Yawk. The Le Poidevins piled read aloud to preschoolers. Begin- Queen of Arts is also a driving force behind the Silver Snowflake. into the big red van for a visit to the closest Christmas Tree Shop location. ning readers will be able to master Craft Projects, Books, and Patterns Dad was armed with this book on their own. And, since none of the crafts were his new digital cam- “Fat Chance Thanksgiving” by For All the Year ‘Round produced in “sweat shop” environ- Patricia Lakin (Albert Whitman and ments, customers could be assured era, mom had two last weekend that their money and full trips around the Son, 2001) is also relatively new. When fire devastates Carla’s apart- good will would extend beyond bor- bargain bodega ment building, all she has left to her Crafters Fall into Fold ders to talented and deserving people. planned, and I was name is a book about Thanksgiving holding myself back and a dream of sitting down to a With Paper and Fabric from scolding a loud- Thanksgiving feast like the early pil- By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN tions and mouthed horde of grims. Learn how she makes her dream Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Highlander Band New Yorkers pushing come true in this beautifully illus- whimsical trated multi-cultural picture book. Crafters will need to visit a supply greeting Completes Season their carts against my store stocked with enough reams of cards all backside, breathing Some oldies but goodies are still BERKELEY HEIGHTS — flying off the library shelves as the patterned and textured papers and with through the and coughing down a bountiful section of fabric swatches year,” Foose The Gov. Livingston (GL) High my neck, and grab- in order to be armed with the right states, adding School Highlander Band com- bing crafts off the materials for paper and fabric folding. that paper is pleted another season at the At- shelves like they were In “Paper for All Seasons: such an inex- lantic Coast Championship, known as the Tournament of made of gold. Photo Courtesy of Charles A. Le Poidevin Projects and Presents to pensive medium that the NO IDEA WHAT WE WERE GETTING INTO...The Make Through the Year,” Bands, in Scranton, Pa. on No- “Skeews mey,” Nanuet location of the Christmas Tree Shops franchise vember 9. said one mother of graphic designer and “Star of David” and “Santa offered bargains and lots of unwelcome bossiness. Princeton resident Sandra Cornucopia” ornaments, by Competing with 26 bands, 12 sniffling children Lounsbury Foose begins Sandra Lounsbury Foose. the Highlanders placed third passing another brood of four kids knocking glass ornaments onto the to outline over 60 paper with a score of 96.9 and won in floor. You literally could not move. If you had a specific destination in folding projects by defin- projects are low-pressure the category of “best visual” mind – a craft in your line of vision that would be ideal for someone on ing some papers crafters and nearly failsafe. for their striking Scottish tar- your list – you’d better have a strategy on blueprinted paper, a treasure should have reserved. The autumn projects, tans and stunning marching map, something approved by a planning or zoning board. Otherwise, She also supplies full-size which include a Leaf Gar- stance. your ship was sunk and the trip declared fruitless. I held my own. Weaving patterns for every project. land of earth tones and three- From Thursday, November 20 past a few slowpokes and the aisle standers who occupied the entire Foose suggests artists search out dimensional Chair Place to Saturday, November 22, the a variety of papers, such as corru- Highlanders will be holding its Continued on Page 21 days draw closer to Thanksgiving. Cards for Thanksgiving, are gated, glow-in-the-dark, quilling strips, charming, however, the annual Candy Sale. Uniformed Brenda Colloms’ “The Mayflower members will greet shoppers at Pilgrims,” which is part of the Eye- velour, vellum or doilies, while col- spring crafts are particularly lecting scraps of paper and building a inventive. the entrances of local merchants BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND witness History Book series published in Berkeley Heights, by St. Martin’s Press in the 1970s, workbox with acetate, paper punches, For example, instead of gift- ing attendees with trite baby shower Mountainside, New Providence continues to enthrall middle grade and Long Hill Township, who students with its timeless tale of how favors, the spring chapter gives directions for paper Baby Booties, which have given the students permis- and why the pilgrims came to America. sion to sell candy to help defray It contains many relevant pictures. can be filled with tiny candies and adorned with pastel ribbons. The the band’s expenses. springtime Hats and Boxes, which Members will also canvass the require sturdy papers, are also cheer- local neighborhoods on Novem- ber 22 and 23. The Delany Sisters' ful and imaginative. Summer projects include Twin Ice In the summer, the Highland- First 100 Years Pop greeting cards in fruity colors, as ers will participate in the Caval- well as cards designed like Summer cade Parade in Edinburgh, Scot- A Play By Emily Mann T-Shirts and Shorts – perfect for in- land. vitations to a summer barbeque or Area support for the Candy NOVEMBER 6th thru 23rd, 2003 Sale will help the Highlanders Performances: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm • Sundays at 3 pm birthday party. Finally, winter projects include cover the travel expenses for the cards shaped like cups of warm co- students, their instruments, cos- Tickets: $7.00 - Thursdays coa, Star of David and Santa Cornu- tumes and chaperones. $5 OFF The Highlanders will perform $15.00 - Fridays, Saturdays and SundaysFull-Price copia ornaments ready to be filled Senior Sunday 11/9 ONLY - All Seniors $7.00 with candies, and Spinning Dreidel at the annual Thanksgiving foot- with this Tic cards. Finally, crafters receive a quick ball game that pits GL against Students $7.00 All Performances ket “Phlox,” by Kumiko Sudo New Providence High School Ad Also a good book for middle grade lesson in binding, adorning stacking monofilament, tweezers, and other and aligning a book and its contents on Thursday, November 27, at students is “Thanksgiving” by Mar- GL’s Frey Field at 175 Reservations (908) 659-5189 garet Baldwin (Franklin Watts, supplies. with the recipe-card filled Cookie “So, now you too can cut, fold, and Sheet Book – the ideal gift for any Watchung Boulevard in Berke- Roy Smith Theater at Union County College 1983). This book takes the reader ley Heights. 1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016 back to the first Thanksgiving Day. paste to your heart’s content, creating simple gifts, seasonal decora- Continued on Page 21 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK