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in INSID om Bank seeks branch in Westfield •TMUD ances for approval. In its application, the company present- of this, the report argues that peak storm THE RECORD-PRESS The town's land use ordinance doea not ed a traffic study by Atlantic Traffic and and water runoff rates will be decreased permit parking or paving in the front Design Engineers, Inc. of Watchung. The and that a detention basin is not required WESTFIELD — Commerce Bank is yard, and Commerce seeks a variance study, consisting of traffic counts and a or proposed. seeking to construct a drive-through facil- which would permit it to construct park- review of future traffic conditions, found Attempts to reach a Commerce ity on North Avenue East, and the bank's ing in the front yard. Also, the company that the proposed Commerce Bank will spokesperson were unsuccessful. proposal and site plan will be considered needs a variance to allow it to increase not significantly impact traffic conditions Commerce has opened a number of by the Planning Board at its regular meet- illumination beyond the level permitted in in the vicinity of the site. branches in Union County in recent years, ing Monday night. the land use ordinance. Also, a drainage summary conducted by and now has facilities in Scotch Plains, The construction plan requires the Commerce also requires a number of Bohler Engineering of Watchung on behalf Fanwood, and Cranford. demolition of several masonry buildings variances related to its signage. The free- of Commerce Bank found that the storm At Monday's meeting, the board is also on the south side of North Avenue. At 552- standing sign proposal is larger than per- water piping system for the site was ade- scheduled to hear applications for two 556 and 560 North Avenue, Commerce mitted in the zone, as are the wall signs. quately sized to collect and convey water minor subdivisions. proposes to landscape the property, and Commerce also faces several variances runoff from the site. The report noted that The owners of a property at 606 construct a 3,669-square foot facility with related to pre-existing, nonconfornnng the application proposes to decrease Cumberland St, seek to create two new four drive-through windows. The applica- conditions related to front and side yard impervious, or paved, coverage on the lot tion before the board requires several vari- setbacks. from 96.8 percent to 56.6 percent. Because (Continued on page A-2) Say uncle! C/u/to fiwc/'s p/n of Jesse Milara helped propel Scotch Plains- Board is Township Fanwood to an exciting 32-24 victo- Climbing up the beanstalk ry over county rival Roselle Park Saturday night. The win puts the unnerved to remain Raiders in the driver's seat for the Union County title. See Sports, PageC-1. by Marine involved recruiters with SLAP •yWUDMSHOP program THE HECORD-PRESS SCOTCH PLAINS — Recruitment practices by the THE RECORD-PRESS armed forces may have become SCOTCH PLAINS — The too aggressive for some parents Township Council introduced an and members of the Board of ordinance to continue Scotch Education. At the board's regular Plains' involvement in the Union meeting Jan. 22, members dis- County Sheriff's Labor cussed the issue with Scotch Assistance Program (SLAP) at Stutffltts'aftorts Plains-Fanwood High School its regular meeting Tuesday. Principal David Heisey. The program, now in its third Mi ND$ victims Heisey said that in accordance year of existence in the township, with the National Defense makes non-violent offenders The seventh-graders in Anne Cohen's Education Act, a provision available for various community art classes at Westfield's Roosevelt attached to the No Child Left service-related jobs. Intermediate School have been quilt- Behind legislation, schools are The agreement is a shared Jng for a cause this marking period. now required to provide the services initiative which involves The quilts the students created will names, telephone numbers, and Union County, the Union County be donated to charities that aid the home addresses of high school Sheriff's Office, Scotch Plains, families of children and infants infect- juniors and seniors to military Westfield, and Clark. Workers ed with HIV and AIDS. See the story recruiters. Parents who want made available for the program onPageB-1. that information to remain pri- divide their time evenly between the three municipalities. The SLAP program provides a "They are not providing Sheriffs officer and a daily aver- information, they are age of six SLAP workers five browbeating (young peo- days a week. Each participating municipality receives the service ple)." of the program's workers for two — Betty Anne Woerner The Scotch weeks at a time for each town Plains Library over a 12-month schedule. Board of Education hosted a pro- Workers participating in the member duction of the program typically perform light classic story labor such as litter pick-up, "Jack and the stream cleaning, or other jobs vate must sign an opt-out form Beanstalk" for which become necessary in the indicating that they wish that local children township. Participating workers information to remain private, on Saturday. Performances have typically been convicted of Prior to No Child Left Behind, certain motor vehicle violations personal information about high from the Youth Stages including some instances of DWI, school students was not available ensemble of if major injuries or damage were to military recruiters unless it Princeton not associated with the convic- was actively provided by stu- came to town tion. Violent criminals convicted dents. The information remained to put on a of sex offenses or weapons Mst Unit call her private due to the Family Privacy show and charges cannot participate in the Act. delight the program. t prlma dtnna Heisey said parents have kids. The program costs Scotch become more concerned about Plains, Westfield, and Clark a Christina Marios, a 1996 graduate of recruitment practices in the high Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, total of $38,298, or $12,766 for school, particularly among each municipality. Officials said is a rising talent in the opera world. Marine Corps recruiters. While The singer takes the stage Saturday that the majority of the costs are at Carnegie Hall, where she will par- all branches of the military related to the necessity of a recruit students at the high JOHN FEI/CORRESPONDENT ticipate in a master class led by opera (Continued on page A-2) legend Marilyn Home. See the story school about once a year, Heisey on Page A-3. said the Marines visit the school • approximately five to eight times per year. Occasionally, representatives Maintenance work continues at Town meeting from the Marines participate in REMINDER physical education classes, pro- viding special instruction as part is cancelled of their Youth Physical Fitness Scotch Hills; fees will rise slightly WESTFIELD — More than Take a trip program. Many schools across six inches of snow fell on central By BRAD BISHOP FTF Construction of Warren annual membership will Union County Tuesday night the state participate in the was awarded the job of replacing increase from $35 to $40, with to the 60s Marine fitness program, while THE RECORD-PRESS into Wednesday, closing schools the clubhouse windows. member's greens fees increasing and canceling the Town Council's "Welcome to the 60s," the 56th others endorse the Presidential SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch "The country club functions as from $12 to $15. Fitness Program. Scotch Plains- Tuesday conference meeting. show from the parents, teachers and Hills Country Club is slated for a more than a club house," Marks Non-members will pay $22 for Members of the council had staff of Westfield's Washington Fanwood High School is not affil- new round of maintenance, as explained, noting that the club greens fees this year, a four dol- iated with either. been scheduled to receive a pres- School, takes the stage this week- the Township Council approved house is a historic building and lar increase from last year's fee entation from representatives of end, Performances are 8 p.m. Recruiters from the Marines an ordinance to replace the club- serves as a meeting hall for sen- of$18. the library. tonight at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday at also set up informational tables house windows at its regular ior citizens and is also used for Ordinances associated with Also on the agenda was a pro- Roosevelt Intermediate School. For in the high school from time to meeting Tuesday night. various meetings and banquets both the window improvements posed ordinance to raise the more, see Page B-1. time, Heisey said that recruiters "The windows were in bad for township residents. Marks and the membership and greens town's demolition application never appear at the school unan- shape. Some wouldn't open, and added that new windows should fees increases will be heard for fees. Pending rule changes by the nounced, but instead are given some wouldn't close," said make the club house more ener- final reading at the council's reg- state's Council on Affordable permission to set up their opera- Councilwoman Nancy Malool at gy efficient and comfortable. ular meeting Feb. 10. The meet- Housing may increase the town's tions after making a formal the meeting. Membership and greens fees ing is open to the public. affordable housing obligations, request to the school. The council approved $9,850 at the country club will be ris- While the course remains and could result in retroactive Typically, the Marines are told to replace windows in the club- ing, though not because of the popular, last year's rainy sum- charges for demolitions. Commentary A-6 to set up their tables in the high house and mnke other improve- costs associated with the win- mer decreased the number of The council was also sched- school cafeteria, where other ments, which was money well dow replacement. Marks said rounds played at Scotch Hills uled to discuss the potential Community Life B-1 booths — such as class ring sales- spent, according to Mayor that the club's fees had from previous seasons. rezoning of a section of Prospect people — are also located. Marine Martin Marks. He said the club- remained flat since 2001, and In 2002, on the other hand, Street. Developer James Ward Sports C-1 recruiters at these stations pro- house windows were being characterized the cost increases the hot summer allowed more has proposed the construction of vide informational brochures and replaced as part of a larger refur- as routine. golfers to tee it up, but the a 41-unit condominium develop- Prime Time B-5 answer questions for interested bishment project directed toward "Scotch Hills is probably the drought conditions made the ment, and the council has asked students. the municipal golf course. very best bargain for golfers who course drier, so there are bene- Ward's planner to redraft the Obituaries B-2 Because some parents have In addition to the window play around the state," said fits and detriments no matter town's zoning ordinance to raised concerns that the recruit- replacement, bathrooms, heat- councilman Frank Rossi. what the forecast calls for, accommodate the project. Real Estate ...C-7 ment may be too aggressive, ing, air conditioning, and furni- According to an ordinance "Unfortunately we're a bit The council's next regular ture have been renovated and a unanimously introduced by the beholden to the weather," Marks meeting is 8 p.m. Tuesday. Police Log A-7 (Continued on page A-2) new pro shop constructed. Township Council, fees for an said. A-2 R*cord Press January 30, 2004 Boards pick Board is unnerved pew leaders Roosevelt announces honor roll (Continued from page A-l) ask you to leave," he said. WESTFIELD — Roosevelt Intermediate School Glackin, Jessie L Goldstein, Christopher Graf, Kelsey The manner in which Principal Ken Shulack announced that 278 students, Greenfield, Brian Hart, Kyle A Hayden, Dylan J Heisey said he plans to notify recruiters attempt to convince THE RECORD-PRESS or 58 percent of the seventh- and eighth-grade student Heneck, Connor D Jennings, Will John, Matthew I parents when members of the young men and women to enlist body, were named to the first marking period honor Kamofsky, James Kazazis, Emily Kline, Daniel KUzas, armed forces will be appearing is largely up to the judgement Local planning boards and roll for the 2003-2004 school year. They are: Joseph Koptter, Ethan S Krell, Charles W Laird, in school and also may limit the of the recruiter, according to boards of adjustment held their Distinguished Honor Roll Michael Lessner, Allison A Lowenstein, Gregory C number of visits for military Maj. Richard Luehrs, com- reorganization meetings earlier Grade 7; Kathryn R Abruzzo, Nicole Aloupis, Luppescu, Taylor L Manetti, Kyle E Marsh, Kathryn recruiters. manding officer of Recruiting this month, electing chairpersons, Thomas An, Kimberly Berke, Samuel Berse, Sara Martin, William F Mascarich III, Nicholas Colleges, universities, and Station New Jersey. He said board attorneys and other officials. Birkenthal, Ryan A Brown, Morgan Bunting, Ariel Mavrogiannis, Charlotte M Morabito, Daniel F Morse, other institutions usually visit that recruiters comply with Jay Boyle was re-elected chair- man of the Westfield Planning Burns, Julia L Burns, Erin E Cahill, Kristina Chabrier, Anna C Morton, Amanda Mosner, Taylor Murtishaw, the school about once a year, school policies and access crite- Board, and Jay McDonald was Amanda Chang, Meredith L Clark, Christopher Elaheh Nozari, Nicole K Papadopoulos, Kiran and Heisey said he would like ria, which are different at vir- elected vice chairman. The board Delafuente, Daniel R Dickstein, Amanda Garfinkel, Patankar, Jaclyn E Pellicano, William Scot Perry, to see visits from the armed tually every high school. ; re-appointed Kenneth Marsh as Briana Goncalves, Eric L Hagstrom, Tara Handza, Alexander R Powell, Edward Purcell, Thomas Purcell, forces remain consistent with "The vast majority of schools secretary and Blais Brancheau of Molly Hudelson, Gabrielle Jakub, Elizabeth E Lisoocy, Philip Queller, Caroline M Raba, Eric H Rachman, the number of visits from col- we have a great relationship; Robert Caitlin and Associates as Maria Lomaka, Daniel G Ludlum, Cntherine Maguire, Samuel Rackear, Ryan Ragoza, Justin Ramalho, Casey leges or area businesses. He with," he said. When recruiters town planning consultant. Also, Kathryn Millen, Shannon Murray, Lauren P NemirofT, Reimlinger, Philip E Reynolds, Nicole Rosenberg, said he may consider relocating find an interested young per- Russell Finestein was appointed Mairead K O'Boyle, Anne Re, Christopher Rhodes, Jenna N Roth, Hannah Rubin, Brigid Ryan, Elizabeth recruiters to a designated son, Luehrs said that in most the board's attorney, and new mem- Christiana Ricciuti, Eriene-Heidi Siilhom, Lauren Schoenbach, Joshua S Schwartz, Kyler Sexton, Melissa classroom and inform the stu- cases they meet with parents to! bers Brian Power and Fourth Ward Sullivan, Marguerite Sulmont, Katherine M Taylor, E Shulman, Dara C Silverman, Cassandra Simcox, dent body that the recruiters provide further information, councilman James Foerst joined. Alexandra Tunis, Stephnnie Wang, George Wharam, Amanda Simmons, Elizabeth B Smith, Todd Souders, are available to answer ques- about the benefits and nature In, Westfield re-elected Vincent Peter M Williams, Alan D Workman, Michael Zhu, Maxwell J Sugarman, Daniel J Sullivan, Ravi tions if students are interested. of service in the armed forces. Wilt returns as Board of Tara Zierler. Tamboli, Michael Tormey, Patrick Tresnan, Alexa Board members, like par- Luehrs said that recruiters Adjustment chairman, Vincent Grade H: Marlee Austin, Andrew M Bakst, Erin M Vendetti, Sean Wicks, Jamie Wisniewski, Kyle H ents, were concerned about are not forbidden to interact Heinbokel as vice chairman and Bange, Cameron M Banta, Claire F Bennott, Anusuya Wright, Julianne C Yee, Patrick H Younger, Daniel J recruiting, although they did with potential enlistees in pub- Vince Loughlin as the board's attor- Bharadwaj, Caitlin C Burke, Robert J Castelo, Zavaro, Arielle Ziering, Jordyn Zucker. not specify which specific lic places such as at shopping ney. The board introduced new Stephen Chan, Christopher Chin, Alex Colucci, Grade 8: Timothy Adamcik, Alexandra H Annis, members Lori Duffy and Don Lane. recruitment practices they malls or on the street. He said, Jordana Confino, Kyle E Cortloy, Emily K Cozzi, Andres H Betancourt, Matthew S Blutfield, Laryssa M found excessively aggressive. however, that most recruits In Scotch Plains, Joseph Doyle Benjamin J Dornfeld, Emily Doskow, William S Borkowsky, Jessica A Campo, AJ Cerami, Raymond Board member Betty Anne come to the Marines either by was re-elected chairman of the Eisenberg, Michele Eniclerico, Maya Fine Pincus, Connery, Caitlin M Corkery, Stefanie R Crosta, emailing the website or con- Planning Board and Maria Sartor Vincent Fitzpatrick, Christopher Fntnks, Nicholas O Barbara D'Agosto, Victoria Dardov, Joshua David, Ian Woerner said while she views a was re-elected vice chairwoman. Fusaro, Katherine M Gelinne, Matthew Gralla, Britta Devaney, Jared M Dornfeld, Rose M Driscoll, Evan L career in the military as a tacting the Marines directly. Mayor Martin Marks and L Greene, Alexander M Greenspan, Peter Griesmer, Eisenberg, Elizabeth A Engel, Josefine Eriksson, Craig legitimate option for students, Luehrs added that recruiters Councilwoman Paulette Coronato Brandon Heroux, Caitlin Hewett, Metanie L Jackson, Esposito, Meghan Evans, Matthew A Feniger, Bryan she said she had observed are not being encouraged to were re-appointed to yearlong Dean Kowalski, Tim Kuehn, Ryan M Kuppcrsmith, Fitzpatrick, Cornelius Fitzpatrick, Michael recruiters attempting to per- recruit higher numbers of terms of service. Max H Lazar, Da( Deborah) Lee, Mary E Mahoney, Fitzpatrick, Cyrene Foltz, Alexander J Fruchtman, suade students in a manner in young people as a result of the • The Scotch Plains Board of Benjamin E Mainion, Daniel E Markowski, Matthew S Emily E Fusco, Rachel E Ganz, Aid an B Granstrand, which they "couldn't back out." nation's current military com- Adjustment re-elected James McCurdy, Rebecca L McNulty, Pratik M Mehtn, Rachel Gray, Matthew F.X. Green, Jared M Greene, "They are not providing mitments. He said that three Fawcett to serve as chairman for Zachary Minken, Kimberly D Mornwski, Marissa H Elizabeth C Hawkins, James H Heffernan, Benjamin information," she said, "they Scotch Plains-Fanwood stu- another year. Ken Anderson was Mumford, Haley A Mustard, Kevin M Neylan, Corrine Hiller, Lauren C HufiC Christine J Kandigian, Michael are browbeating (young peo- dents have agreed to enlist dur- appointed as vice chairman. Parkinson," Kevin Paul, Alexandra Pecora, Josephine B Kane, Lauren Krichilsky, Allison Land, Eunsol-Vickt ple)." ing the past fiscal year and will In Fanwood, the two boards are Reinharclt, Crista M Ricci, Erin C Scialabba, Kevin Lee, John N Levidy, Kathryn A Lewis, Nicholas Board member Edward commence recruit training consolidated. When the group Shallcross, Melissa Souto, Danielle E Tepper, Elena LiVolsi, Daniel A Liebowitz, Joseph R Maran, Harry Saridaki said that in the past upon graduation this summer. serves as a Planning Board, Mayor, recruiters have circulated Luehrs described Scotch Colleen Mahr, Councilman Jack Tinfow, Lindsay M Tishberg, Ann-Marie Valentine, Marino, Catherine Marvin, Katherine B Meylor, Molenaar, Zoning Officer Nancy Cindy Wang, Michael Weinberg, Daniela Weiner, Michael J Mosier, Michael P Nika, Kate E O'Connor, through the cafeteria, attempt- Plains-Fanwood as "a good Koederitz and mayors designee Hannah P Weisman, Trevor B Yec, Katharine Young, Gabrielle A O'Leary, Melia E Parsloe, Alyssa M ing to convince students to join school for the Marine Corps." Roseanne Tobey will participate. Lisa S Zavetz. Porchetta, Ioanna Protogiannis, Alice Pyo, Stephanie up. He said the recruiters can At Westfield High School, The board was expected to vote on Honor Roll Quinton, Mark Reimlnger, Jorie Richlin-Zack, be relentless in pursuing poten- Principal Robert Petix said he chairpersons at its regular meeting Grade 7: Neil K Amato, Robert W Angus, Elizabeth Kimberly Ripperger, Andrew M Rosenberg, Stephanie tial recruits, and added that has not seen problems with Wednesday night. The Fanwood Antonelli, Julian M Applebnum, David C Babetski, A Rowe, Zachary Rubin, Kirk Sabnani, Daniel J Marines should remain in their military recruiting, and wel- board also introduced new mem- Ankita Bilolikar, Max Blum, Amy E Brown, Jack T Santry, Ellen R Scariati, Tessa Schaaf, Kelly A Seeger, chairs when they set up tables comes visits from the Marine bers Peter Sayles, Matt Glennon, Camillo, Spencer C Cassidy, Jane E Cederroth, Vasih's James L Seip, Luke Shane, Allison E Sharkey, Megan in the high school cafeteria. Corps. "We allow (the armed Joseph Higgins, Daniel Zuker, and Chantzis, Rebecca Clnpp, Dylan Clark, Philip Conn, R Sherman, Deborah F Siegel, Alexandra Sisto, Casey Heisey said that he does not forces) the same latitude col- Dale Flowers. Robert J. Mega will Craig Dyer, Matthew E Fechter, Margaret Flannery, B Steinberg, Melissa K Virzi, Emily Walus, Zacharie allow intimidation of students leges have," he said. "If a stu- remain the board attorney, and Michael P Foley, Charles Fraites, Zachary Frantz, Weingarten, Hannah Wharam, Dmenick Wissel, Eric at the high school. dent wants to learn more about Richard Marston will return as the Elizabeth B Fredas, Anne L Fruchtman, Caitlin C Zagorski, Xinyi (Ed) Zhang. "The moment I see you plac- military service, we support board engineer. ing pressure on students, I'll that." Commerce RADIO, TV Bank AND APPLIANCES (Continued from page A-l) lots from an existing single lot. The application seeks vari- ances for side and front yard setbacks. And an applicant at 619 Elm St. seeks to create two new con- forming lots from an existing Our large selection and competitive pricing make us the area leader single lot. The applicant pro- poses to demolish an existing dwelling and garage and con- for appliance sales and service... struct single family homes on each of the newly created lots. We will match highway prices and 3% sales tax! The application requires no variances. The applications and project specifications are available to the public at the town's Refrigerators Department of Public Works, located at 959 North Avenue Ranges West, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Wall Ovens Monday's hearing is open to the public. Dishwashers Washers SLAP Dryers Wine Refrigerators program Oas Grills (Continued from page A-l) BOSCH Sheriff's officer to supervise the A NEW LINE OF THINKING. M icro waves SONY 43" Hi-Scan 1080i™ workers. Tabletop PJTV Councilwoman Paulette Cook Tops Coronato said the program ends up saving the township money Large Screen TV's since it frees public works employees — who might other- DVD Players wise be logging expensive over- time hours — to focus their Summit" Silver TV's attention on other projects throughout Scotch Plains. '• VCRs "This program has worked well for a lot of communities," Air Conditioners said Mayor Martin Marks. He said that in addition to the help Garbage Disposals the program gives to the town- ship's department of public Garbage works, the program also gives the Compactors SLAP workers an opportunity to VlkllSit, contribute to their communities Hoods 30",36",and48"widthi in a productive way.
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To Store Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 9 - 6 - Thur. 9 - 8 - Sat. 9 - 5 • FREE OFF STREET PARKING subscribe call 1 -800-300-9321 January 30.2004 A-S Scotch Plains alum Temps put '> takes stage Saturday sidewalks in at Carnegie Hall deep freeze THE RECORD-PRESS THE RECORD-PRESS Besides forcing residents to bun- SCOTCH PLAINS — A dle up and stay inside, last week'* 1996 graduate of Scotch cold weather has made area side- Plains-Fanwood High School walks slippery and, in places, dan- will be performing in front of gerous. an opera legend at Carnegie Even before the expected arrival of another storm in the middle of Hall this weekend. this week, residents and bustnew Christina Martos Hilton, owners across Union County were who currently lives in often busy chopping away at the Branford, Conn, will be per- blocks of immovable ice frozen to forming "Suleika's Erste the pavement. Gesang" by Schubert on Lt. John Parizeau of the Saturday afternoon as a Westfield Police Department said member of the master class that because of slushy conditions with Marilyn Home. Martos Pictured from laft art Elizabeth and Lucy van Iperwi, Betty List, David Foltz, Nancy Walbert, Kathy CHRISTINA MARTOS Mulvaney, Diana Stone, Linda Zultanky, Frank Mulvaney and David Mueller. Walbert was named which arrived Jan. 18 and gave Hilton will be evaluated by Westfleld's Volunteer of the Year in a December ceremony. way to a deep freeze, the resulting Home herself after the performance, which is scheduled for Layer of ice became almost impossi- 3 p.m. at Zankel Hall. The song, which in English is translat- ble to remove in certain areas. ed as "Suleika's First Song," is considered one of Schubert's Since the mercury has spent lit- most difficult to perform. PANDA co-founder Walbert tle if any time above freezing, the Martos, a soprano who goes by her maiden name onstage, situation hasn't gotten any easier.' said the lyrics for Saturday's performance were attributed to "In a lot of places, anything Goethe for many years, but it was later revealed that it was short of a jackhonuner is not going written by Goethe's young mistress, Marianne von Willemer, picked as town's top volunteer to get it up," he said. and dedicated to Goethe. WESTFIELD — Nancy alcohol and drug problem in two Governor's Council on Alcohol Parizeau said that commercial The event is sponsored by the Marilyn Home Foundation, Walbert, formerly of Westbrook or three years and disband the and Drug Abuse and the Town of sections of town were doing a good a nonprofit organization whose stated mission is to support, Road, was named Westfield's organization. Of course, here we Westfield. PANDA is a sponsor job clearing sidewalks, but said encourage, and preserve the art of the vocal recital through Volunteer of the Year by the are 20 years later still facing of various programs in that some residential sidewalks the presentation of vocal recitals and educational activities. will need warmer temperatures Union County Freeholders at an some of the same problems." Westfield, including the before homeowners can clear off Martos, who has performed in opera for more than five awards dinner at the Westwood "It took two years to get Neighborhood Council's years, is finishing her master's degree at Yale University the ice. on Dec. 18. everybody on board with the Dreammakers, middle school He added that residents who Opera Program, and is preparing for an upcoming perform- The awards were sponsored concept, and then we incorporat- Peer Leaders, Character Counts, had concerns about any [ ance in the title role of Puccini's one-act opera "Suor by the Union County Alliance ed PANDA in January of 1986 and the American Youth ly dangerous sidewalk should con- Angelica," to be performed at the Shubert Theater in New Steering Subcommittee and the and got to work," remembered Character Awards. tact the police department. An offi- Haven, Conn. Feb. 13 and IS. Governor's Council on Alcohol Walbert. In response to the posi- PANDA also sponsors the cer will report to the problem area When she attended Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, and Drug Abuse. Walbert was tive approach taken by Kids on the Block puppets, the and notify the property owner of Martos was heavily involved in the school's choir and musi- recognized for her decades of Westfield, the state legislature high school's Connection and the problem. But Parizeau conced- cal department, and in productions of "Guys and Dolls" and work and support for PANDA. began to encourage similar pro- Anytown, NJ programs, and the ed that the town's sidewalk ordi- "Oklahoma." PANDA (Preventing Alcohol grams addressing substance Hip Hop Homework Club in the nance is difficult to enforce, • ' Over the course of her career, Martos has performed at Narcotic and Drug Abuse) is cel- abuse, and in the late 1980s elementary schools. "Sometimes it's just impossible the Bronx Opera, the Central City Opera in Colorado, the ebrating its 20th year of commu- offered funding, through the For more information about to (remove the ice)," he said. Opera Theater of Pittsburgh, and the Carnegie Mellon nity action. PANDA was organ- Governor's Council for PANDA, please contact Linda In Fanwood, Sgt. Tom Jedic said School of Music, where she received her bachelor's degree in ized in December 1983 by local Municipal Alliances. Zultanky, executive director, at that while homeowners are Music Performance in 2000. She was an apprentice artist at youth-oriented organizations "PANDA was really the role [email protected] or write to required toclea r sidewalks, the the Central City Opera and has performed in numerous con- after a town meeting on sub- model for the municipal PANDA at Box 2122, Westfield, department has had no complaints certs, plays, and musicals across the country and interna- stance abuse at Westfield High alliances," said List. She added NJ 07091. about the issue. tionally as well. School. The name PANDA and "Since PANDA was already In addition to her singing skills, she has talents in mod- the distinctive perky panda logo doing the work envisioned by ern dance, ballet, tap dancing, and other forms of dance; she were chosen in a town-wide the new state law, the Town is well-versed in operatic methods from Elizabethan Court to naming contest in 1984. Council named PANDA its offi- Baroque and Thompson techniques. Martos cites opera Walbert, Betty List and Leo cial Municipal Alliance in 1991." singer Mirella Freni and a PBS telecast of Verdi's "Othello" Senus were the founding Prior to the formation of she saw in high school as primary influences in her career. trustees of PANDA. At the time, PANDA, Walbert served on the SPORTS MEDICINE In addition to Martos' piece, Saturday's event will consist Walbert was president of the Mayor's Advisory Committee on Parent-Teacher Council, and Drugs and Alcohol. In addition of arias performed by members of the master class, who Presented bv William Bell. U HI come from prestigious institutions such as The Julliard List was a member of Town to her work on PANDA, to which Council. The two were also she remains an advisor, Walbert FANCY FOOTWORK School and the Peabody Conservatory of Music. PANDA's first co-directors. was active in the PTAs and in Performing for a woman once called "probably the great- Researchers have found that textured insoles than with the smooth ones. est singer in the world" by Opera News will be challenging, "Betty and I were always the the United Fund of Westfield. insoles in athletic shoes may help prevent com- Similarly, the outer soles of shoes play a optimists," Walbert said. "We Currently, PANDA receives mon sports-related fool and ankle injuries. part in balance and safely. A separate study but Martos should be prepared — she already performed in thought that we would solve the principal funding from the Conventional smooth insole, bv (onlrast, proved lhat the thickly cushioned athletic front of Home during the audition process, in which she interfere with the abiltiv of the soles of the feet shoes, favored by many seniors for comfort, competed against 50 to 60 other singers. to lietett sensor) dues lli.it provide informa- didn't offer the same degree of balance and Home will critique and coach the singer's performance in tion about pressure difference in the areas surefootedness .is a firmer soled shoe. When. Sign up for board election benealh the feet, known .is the "dynonielni. in doubt about the best equipment for your front of Saturday's audience, providing spectators with a trap.' This finding came tn light after workout or training program, ask your physical rare opportunity to observe the creative process in action. WESTFIELD — Town resi- this year are Ginny Leiz, Richard researchers outfitted the footwear of 17 therapist's advice. To schedule your physical The famous opera singer's last performances took place sev- Australian women's socier team players with therapy appointment, call BELL REHABILITA- dents interested in becoming a Solomon and Julia Walker, specially designed textured lubber insoles. TION *, 5P0RTS MEDICINE at (90S) 272-5955. eral years ago. candidate for the Board of Prospective school board can- Using a special devite, thev measured the We are conveniently located at 777 Walnut Ave., "When you have famous artists like Home, it's interesting Education can obtain petitions at didates can obtain a "School women's ankle movements. The) found that Cranford Must private insurances are accept- to see them working in the public arena," Martos said. the Board Secretary's office at Board Candidate Kit" at the the players' ability to move their ankles lo ed. Auto Insurance Claims are our specialty, After finishing her degree at Yale this spring, Martos will 302 Elm Street. Petitions need to board office at 302 Elm Street. mat(h specific tonditions iimnement discrimi- and we will submit your bills for compensation. perform at the Central City Opera for the third consecutive be signed and delivered to the The School Board Candidacy Kit nation) was much better with the textured No faults i Medicare summer. When she is finished with that, she plans to return Board Secretary Robert Bernian includes information about legal P.S. rhe researchers involved in this study mentioned above indicated that air cushions and to the New York area to continue her career in opera. She by Monday, March 1. The annual qualifications for school board e,r! tell in shots meant lo absorb shock make movement discrimination even worse. remains excited, however, about the opportunity to perform school election will be held April candidacy, campaign procedures, in front of Marilyn Home. 20, 2004 from 2-9 p.m. and the role of the school board www williambellrehab cor "I will hopefully walk away a better performer," she said. The term for an elected board member. Information about the Tickets for both the master class performance ($20) and a member -is three years. Each New Jersey School Ethics Act, related Gala Benefit Concert ($20-$100) can be obtained in year, three positions become important dates in the school person at the Carnegie Hall box office, through Carnegie available as a result of expiring election process, and briefing ses- Attend a Free Seminar Charge at (212) 247-7800, or online at www.carnegiehall.org. terms. 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Michael Seiler, president of the address at the 2004 Westfield Y for six years, and its focus- Westfield Education Association, Black Achievers Banquet. The remains the same as it did since, will present the scholarships on the program's inception in' Awards Night at Westfield High banquet will be held on Friday, Feb. 20 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Harlem. School. 1 Emphasis is placed on the The WEA Scholarship L'Affaire on Route 22 in Committee and the Executive Mountainside. commitment of high-achieving" Council will select a member of the Sen. Corzine, a former mem- men and women and their will- Westfield High School Class of ber of the board of the Summit ingness to give back to the com-' 2004 for this year's $1,000 award. Y, said, "Healthy and vital com- munity and the youth. The." And the Barry Judd Memorial munities often share one basic Black Achievers Program of, Scholarship will be presented to a and outstanding characteristic Westfield focuses on building WEA member's child who plans on — they are home to a thriving community partnerships in, continuing his or her education at community center like the which young people are encour- an accredited institution of higher Westfield YMCA. And theaged to develop their fullest, learning. Westfield Y's Black Achievers potential in spirit, mind and', Both scholarship applications Program is exactly the kind of body. are available at the WHS Guidance program that strengthens com- Department and at WEA member's The program aims to raise., respective schools throughout the munity bonds. When neighbors high academic standards of. district. reach out to help one another, young people, expose students: The deadline to apply for both when a community works to to diverse career options and scholarships is Feb. 20. Scholarship open the doors of opportunity to inspire them to reach their goal. applications will be evaluated on a all, we all gain and we all grow Approximately 60 intermedi- variety of criteria including grades, Westfield student wins Lions Club poster contest stronger." ate and high school students are I SAT scores, involvement in school- Roosevelt Intermediate School student Phil Cohn holds a copy of a poster he designed which won The concept of the Black currently involved in the, based activities and community local acclaim in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Phil Is a seventh-grader in the art Achievers Program began at the Westfield Y program. Tickets for; services. Applicants will also have class of Anne Cohen, who encouraged him to enter the contest. The theme of the contest was Harlem YMCA in 1968. The pro- the banquet are available. For ' an opportunity to express their per- "Create a Brighter Tomorrow." Phil's entry includes a peace sign whose borders contain flags of various countries on a background suggesting a galaxy of stars. His design was Judged on orig- gram was founded to help black more information, call Fred sonal opinions regarding educa- Wasiak at the Westfield Y at tional policy and practices in socie- inality, artistic merit and expression of theme. youth develop life-coping skills ty. Six finalists will be invited to a and educational goals by becom- (908) 233-2700 x228. personal interview before final selection. Funds for these scholarships are raised by donations of the Westfield Help for a Scout from Scholarship Education Association members. Diana Collins is chairperson of the WEA Scholarship and the Barry the floor of the NYSE applications Judd Memorial Scholarship. Members include Dr. James WESTFIELD — On Jan. 9, project. Ryan has selected a Moriarty, Carol Stivitski, Janice Life Scout Gregory Ryan from very ambitious one. For his available at Sheridan, and Matthew Block. Troop 77, St. Paul's Church, project, called the "Memorial Westfield, was invited to thePark Eagle Project," Gregory floor of the New York Stock plans on upgrading a local play- high school • First Baptist is Exchange by NYSE trader ground system to make it total- Thomas Cook of Short Hills. ly accessible for children of all FANWOOD — Special appli- cations forms for Fanwood-. looking for men Gregory, who is 17 years old abilities, allowing all the chil- dren to play together. Scotch Plains College Club WESTFIELD — Men from and a junior at Westfield High scholarships for the 2004-2005: First Baptist Church of Westfield School, was presented three siz- If interested in helping this will meet for "Grub with the academic year are now avail-, able donations toward the fund- worthwhile cause, a tax able at the Counseling Office of Guys" at 6:45 a.m. Tuesday at the ing of his Eagle Scout project, deductible donation can be sent Scotchwood Diner on Route 22 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High including one from the to Gregory L. Ryan, Jr., c/o School. East in Scotch Plains. Members Handicapped Residents are invited to come United Fund of Westfield, Requirements for eligibility • in a suit or jeans, on your way to Children's Fund. With these Memorial Park Eagle Project, are that the applicants be work or play, to enjoy good food donations, the project is approx- 301 North Ave. West, young women in their senior and good fellowship. imately 2/3 funded. Westfield, NJ 07090-1431. year of high school who are cur- i For more information, call In order for a Boy Scout to Place "Memorial Park Eagle Boy Scout Gregory Ryan Jr. stand* besida Larry Lograno fund rent residents of Fanwood or. ($08) 233-2278 or email firstbap- become an Eagle Scout, he must Project" in the memo section of chairman, Thomas Cook, fund secretary, and Christopher Bates, Scotch Plains, or female under- [email protected]. plan and execute a community the check. president of the Members Handicapped Children's Fund. graduates presently in college seeking a bachelor's degree who • were residents of either com- • Mom-daughter night at JCC munity when they graduated from high school. 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The theme for this On Feb. 23, a competition will necessary.. year's contest was "My Dream for take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Sunday, Feb. 1 — Watchung* America". Students were Millburn Taylor Park located Reservation, Mountainside. The required to write an original between Main Street and leader is Mae Deas, (908) 233- essay between 300 and 400 Whittingham Terrace. Three 6641 Meet at 10 a.m. at the words. slides may be entered on the Trailside Nature and Science Chairpersons Olga Bruce and assigned subject, Zoo or Center on Coles Ave. where it Joe McCourt have announced Aquarium, and three slides on intersects with New Providence. Post 10122's winners. They are: any subject the maker chooses. Road. This is a brisk hike of 4-5 first place, Jacob Lavenhar, Park There is a print competition of miles, with a mixture of level, Middle School/8th Grade; second any subject; three slides may be easy walking and some gain in place, Jennifer Yang, Terrill entered. elevation on rough, possible' Middle School/7th Grade; third As some of the Westfield Police Explorers look on, The Town Bank of Westf leld's President and The judge for the competition muddy or icy terrain. Steady raid place, Sean Kulper, St. CEO Robert W. Dowens, Sr., fourth from left, accepts thanks from Westfield Police Chief Bernard is Dan Kincaid of the NJ cancels; a good snow cover may Bartholomew the Apostle F. Tracey for the bank's cash donation to help purchase uniforms for the Explorers. At far right Is Federation of Camera Clubs. result in a cross-country ski trip School/8th Grade. Each winner the Bank's Chief Financial Officer Nick Frungillo. Guests are welcome. instead (or both, if someone vol- will be presented with a U.S. unteers to lead the hike). Bring Savings Bond and a Certificate of Watchung Nature Club lunch if it's a nice day. Merit at an awards ceremony in Tuesday, Feb. 3 — Cycling the June. Town Bank of Westfield will meet on Tuesday D&R in winter. The leader is Pet«' All three winning entries were The Greater Watchung Nature Beck, (201) 274-4471 — register submitted in the VFW District 5 Club will meet 8 p.m. Tuesday at with leader to ensure ride is still, (Union County) contest. Sean donates funds to Explorers the Mountainside Municipal on. Meet at 10:30 a.m. in Kulper was declared the second Building Courtroom, off New Kingston at the J. Flemer place winner in this level of com- WESTFIELD — The Town Bank of Westfield Dowens noted the Bank's cash donation will Providence Road in Parking lot, across from the lock petition against students from has taken an active role in support of the be allocated for the purchase of uniforms. Mountainside. & florist shop, at Route 27 and. other towns in Union County. He Westfield Police Department's new Police Tracey added that those enrolled in the pro- The program, Mundo Maya — a the canal. The rides are 20-25, will be presented with awards by Explorers Program, according to an announce- gram attend "an intensive training academy visit to the Yucatan Peninsula — miles at a casual pace, with a the District 5 staff at a reception ment by the Bank's President and CEO Robert W. which exposes them to varied responsibilities lunch stop. Helmets are in March. will be given by Jeff Hall. required. Temperatures below 35r Dowens Sr. and challenges of the law enforcement profes- On Feb. 9, Tom Gillen, will lead McCourt observed that the "The program," said Chief of Police Bernard F. degrees and precipitation cancel..' sion." a tour of various creeks, marshes overall quality of the essays was Tracey, "is for young people aged 14 to 21 who are He noted that following their training, "Police v excellent. He and Bruce extend interested in learning more about law enforce- Explorers assist the Westfield Police and open waters along Raritan their congratulations to the win- ment in our community." There are currently 18 Department, giving them the chance to observe Bay for wintering water and Astronomers to discuss ' ning students and express their people enrolled in the program, Tracey said. law enforcement from the inside out." shorebirds. Meet at the Target latest events on Mars appreciation to all the pupils who parking lot in Clark at 8 a.m. "The cost of outfitting these young people is He credits the Police Explorers Program with Al Witzgall will present a free submitted an essay, and also expensive," the Chief said, "and we are grateful giving "young adults a chance to participate in Dress warmly and bring warm thank the teachers for their sup- lecture titled "What's Happening; to corporate sponsors like the Town Bank who law enforcement...and possibly continue toward food. Gillen can be reached at on Mars?" at the Feb. 6 meeting. port of this year's Patriot's Pen support our young cadets." a career in that field." (732)525-8359. Youth Essay Contest. of Amateur Astronomers Inc.; Guest are welcome at meet- held 8:30 p.m. at Sperry ings and activities. Observatory on the Cranford campus of Union County College. Hiking Club headed to A past president of the groupi Catherine's Closet seeks dress donations Witzall will discuss the Mars WESTFIELD — Catherine's This year, the organization is old. Tax donation letters will be Closet provides mentoring and Millburn, Mountainside rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, Closet has begun its annual prom again asking for the public's available. To have a dress picked scholarships and has started high The Union County Hiking the quest for life on the Red' gown collection in preparation of assistance in obtaining new or up, send an e-mail to catheri- school clubs throughout New Club has scheduled the following Planet, and some of the chal- the third annual giveaway April slightly worn, latest style prom [email protected] or call Jersey. activities. For a complimentary lenges associated with NASA'*. 3. gowns in all sizes, preferably by (908) 654-1320 or (908) 317-9553. Tax deductible monetary con- schedule, call (908) 527-4900. undertaking. Named to honor the memory of well-known designers. Shoes, With the assistance of some tributions are always welcome. Saturday, Jan. 31 — South If weather permits, a celestial Catherine Johnson, a Clifford bags, and jewelry are also needed. dedicated adult and student vol- Send checks to Catherine's Mountain Reservation, Millburn. viewing focusing on Mars and,' Scott high school senior tragically The local dress collection will unteers, the dresses will be sorted Closet, Inc., P.O. Box AR, The leader is Ellie King, (908) Saturn will also take place. Fot[- killed in January 2002, the proj- be from Feb. 1-15. Anyone who and brought to the Robert Treat Paterson, NJ 07509 or visit the 233-8411. Meet at 10 a.m. in the more information, visit ect distributes prom dresses to has a dress to donate can drop it Hotel in Newark where the organization's website at Locust Grove parking lot, corner www.asterism.org or call (908>> help senior girls defray the high at either Westfield High School, Catherine's Closet giveaway will www. catherinescloset .org. of Glen Ave, and Lackawanna PI., 276-STAR. cost of attending their proms. In 550 Dorian Road or at Burgdorff be held. Any senior girls who need the past two years, over 2,500 Realtors, 600 North Ave., a dress should also contact dresses, many by top designers Westfield. Catherine's Closet to obtain a like Armani, Vera Wang, Ralph Dresses should be clean, age- ticket for the April 3 event. Lauren and Jessica McClintock, appropriate, on hangers and In addition to the dress collec- were given away. should be no more than two years tion and distribution, Catherine's Westfield woman celebrates 100th WESTFIELD — Westfield Center in 1996, she became "the Center, Genesis ElderCare resident mayor," greeting people in the J'f'*Wt! Bertha "Byrde" Unger celebrated lobby and welcoming new resi- her 100th birthday Jan. 26. dents. She holds a great capacity She was celebrated by family for living, and enjoys everything and Westfield Center staff at a she does. party hosted by the team at Byrde is active in the facility's Westfield Center. daily recreation programs. She is a "Byrde" was born in New York "people person,'1 and takes pleas- City on Jan. 26, 1904, five weeks ure in other people s joys. after the Wright brothers' first "She is a wonderful role model," flight, to Abe and Gussie Miller. said daughter Elaine. 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Jersey Boy A near-mistake corrected If you need any more proof how uncooperative Trenton Mike Deak can be with local elected officials, just take a look at the law Gov. James McGreevey signed this month. The law extends the deadline for the governor's annual Let's return budget message to the Legislature to the fourth Tuesday in February. The idea is to give the governor more time to develop realistic revenue projections based on the "incor- civics to the poration of crucial revenue data" from the last quarter of the previous year, according to a statement attached to the classroom bill. Like many people who believe However, it could have been bad news for school dis- we live in disappointing times, tricts. Under the original timetable for the April school I've reconciled myself that most elections, most school districts had to submit their tenta- clerks in stores won't put their tive budgets to the county superintendent of schools by private lives on hold to provide March 4. customer service. (There was a If the governor used all the available time to formulate time, perhaps a couple of decades ago, when personal phone calls his budget and state aid figures, that means school dis- were discouraged in the work- tricts would have had very little time finalize their budg- place. What cold, brutal times; ets and give residents either the good or bad news. they were, I smirk sarcastically.) The New Jersey School Boarfls Association (NJSBA) not That's an adjustment in our stan- surprisingly took exception to the law. Edwina Lee, execu- dards forced upon us by a cul' tive director of the NJSBA, requested the bill be amended ture's radically lowered expecta-' to give the state commissioner of education the power to tions. adjust the budget and school election guidelines so that But what I can't believe is the school boards have more time to review the implications of pervasive ignorance about the workings of government, the the state aid numbers. school subject once quaintly As Lee wrote in her letter to the bill's sponsors, "dis- called civics. - tricts would have little time to accurately determine their Most people don't seem to ability to hire new staff to meet enrollment needs or to realize the importance of elec- release existing staff due to state aid allotments." tions. They believe that life will Fortunately the NJSBA was successful in its lobbying be the same no matter who occu- pies power in Washington, efforts. The school districts now have just a little bit more Letters to the editor Trenton or their own hometowns. breathing room, until March 11. That still puts the school That thinking is lazy cynicism. budget process on an awfully tight schedule, but it's at The swings in our national policy least a manageable one. over the past three or four Extending the deadline for the governor's budget mes- Woodland Ave. problems neglected decades are enough proof that sage is a good idea. He needs the most accurate figures To The Record-Press: percent additional volume. Average speed on our lives are affected by who possible to avoid the last-minute confusion that has Editor: A similar version of this letter was sent Lawrence Avenue was 33 mph, versus 30 mph on wins elections. It's our duty as to Town Councilman Rafael Betancourt. Woodland Avenue. voting citizens to understand the J>lagued the state for the past few years. And the adjust- issues and then cast an informed ment needed to be made to the school budget timetable so The Wilbur Smith Associates (WSA) traffic While traffic volume on Woodland Avenue is 15 safety and traffic calming initial investigation percent higher than Lawrence Avenue and aver- vote because it really does make that local districts have ample time to digest the numbers. results were presented to the Transportation, age speed is comparable, the number of speeding a difference. It makes a Ing difference to school boards and property Parking and Traffic Committee on Dec. 9, 2003. warnings and tickets issued in the month of Civics was important in those taxpayers if a school budget calls for a property tax One of the eight locations noted in the report was October 2003 was a total of 24 warnings and halcyon days when the primary increase of any size, and that plays an important role in the Woodland Avenue Corridor (East Broad Street speeding tickets issued on Lawrence Avenue ver- goal of a public education was to the decision voters have to make on the third Tuesday in to the Mountainside town line), which is the sub- sus only two tickets issued on Woodland Avenue. prepare an individual to become April. ject of this letter. As was discussed at the Dec. 9 Despite these statistics, police presence is still a responsible participating mem- meeting, Wilbur Smith Associates classified this not enforced on a regular basis during commuter ber of a democracy. But at a time location as one of the "first priorities." hours on Woodland Avenue. This clearly shows when voter turnout, even for a Among the issues cited in the report and that both on an absolute and comparative basis, presidential election, is a nation- reviewed at the meeting were: The speed of the speed enforcement was non-existent on Woodland al embarrassment and disgrace, traffic; the volume of the traffic on Woodland Avenue. No one on the Town Council could it's not surprising civics does not Avenue, which is used as a shortcut to Route 22; explain why such a difference in enforcement play a major role in education. The Record-Press is here for you truck traffic; and signage and road conditions. exists. The reason for the decline of The report notes that a Westfield Police While the longer term solution for the danger- civics in public education is diffi- The following information should help you get your Department study shows that the average speed ous conditions on Woodland Avenue will require cult to determine. Like most ideas and community news into T/w Record-Press: issues in public education, it boils on Woodland Avenue is 30 mph, (20 percent over additional study by Wilbur Smith Associates, the down to a chicken-or-egg ques- Call Editor Gregory Marx at (732) 396-4219 with story the post 25 mph speed limit) and the 85th per- town engineering group discussed the short term tion. Did the quality of civic Suggestions, questions or comments. For sports, call Daniel centile operating speed on Woodland Avenue is 35 solutions as they relate to signage, including knowledge fail because of the Murphy nt (732) 396-4202. mph, or 40 percent over the posted speed limit — replacing knocked down signage, limiting truck failure of the schools, or because r Our address: The Record-Press, 301 Central Ave., Clark, a dangerously high rate of speed for a narrow, traffic on the street, more visible (and readable) the schools were simply respond- NJ, 07066. winding road with no curbs or sidewalks, which speed limit signs, and repair of the roadway. ing to the fickle standards of a . Our fax number is (732) 574-2613. has resulted in traffic accidents and damage to These same issues were discussed at a Nov. 26, public who want other subjects * Our e-mail address is unioiiC'fyijnpiib/ishing.cont. home o%vner property. Accidents in which vehicles 2002 meeting with the same group, and not a sin- emphasized? have driven through front yard properties have gle sign has been added or replaced. There is great apathy and cyn- " Deadlines occurred repeatedly to residents of Woodland Overall, the traffic situation on the Woodland Avenue, according to police records. icism these days about govern- The deadline for submitting articles and press releases Avenue corridor needs to be addressed as soon as ment and politicians. Part of the It should also be noted that the study was con- possible. The next steps would include a compre- fault lies with a small minority of to T/ie Record-Press is ~> p.m. Friday ducted from June 28 to July 6, 2003, when traffic hensive traffic plan by Wilbur Smith Associates, » The deadline for submitting letters to the editor is 10 politicians who are dangerously was lighter than usual due to the vacation season costing $12,500, to identify permanent solutions out of touch; unfortunately, they a.m. Monday. and the lack of school and college traffic. to correct the dangerous situation residents on create the most noise and hog the (Inrreclioit policy While Woodland Avenue is a narrow (only 25 Woodland Avenue face each day. news. The overwhelming number feet wide) residential road in a winding, country- This study will have to be presented to the of politicians are honest, hard- ; The Record-Press will correct errors of fact, context or side like setting, about 6,000 vehicles travel on Town Council. It was agreed that the Woodland working individuals who really presentation and clarify any news content that confuses or this road on a typical weekday, with 580 vehicles Avenue residents would be notified as to when the want to do what is best for their misleads readers. Please report errors to Editor Greg traveling on Woodland Avenue per hour during Town Council meeting will take place, and we constituents. That's not sexy or Marx at (732) 396-4219. peak weekday commuter hours. have yet to be informed. We fully expect to receive newsworthy, but it's the truth. As was discussed at the meeting on Dec. 9, a such notification with ample time to prepare our Because of the unfair stigma Letter policy comparison of the speed/volume and enforcement remarks to the council. attached to politicians, it's now Letters may be edited for content, brevity, good taste of speed limit between Woodland Avenue and We have a very serious, now well-documented difficult to persuade people to and libel. Letters should be typewritten and include the Lawrence Avenue in Westfield was reviewed. Per traffic problem in the Woodland Avenue corridor, become involved in politics at any- writer's daytime telephone number for verification, if nec- the WSA study, Woodland Avenue averages 6,000 which needs immediate attention to come up with level. Politics has always attract- essarv.Send letters to the above address or fax number. vehicles per day compared to 5,200 vehicles per a comprehensive traffic plan. ed its share of kooks, but a day on Lawrence Avenue (a much wider thorough- SALLY KEEFE screening process usually elimi- fare), or a difference of 800 vehicles per day or 15 Westfield nated these people from achiev- ing responsible positions. But with fewer people wanting to become involved, the chances of a1 Speed humps disrupt residents' lives kook slipping through to a promi* nent position are increasing. We To The Record-Press: delivery trucks, many with very squeaky wheels, all know examples of that at I think all residents on Benson Place and South slow to a crawl, then put the vehicle into first gear every level of government. Chestnut Street in Westfield agreed that some and floor it. The street now sounds like a speedway. NJN Publishing €> 2004 I don't know whether a crash A Penn Jersey Advance, Inc. Newspaper "traffic calming" measures were needed, but the I implore the Town Council to either remove or speed humps that were installed are an overly- somehow modify the Benson Place speed humps so course in civics will restore the aggressive and unnecessary fix has disrupted the that they are less intrusive. My family has not slept public's faith in politicians or quality of life on these streets. eliminate the cynicism about pol- ; Publisher Eileen iik'M 732-396-H04 through the night since they were installed. The itics. Apathy can weaken even a. [Editor Greg Marx 732-396-4219 Since the oversized speed humps were installed Town Engineer needs only to spend 15 minutes in strong democracy, but that is ' Sports Editor Dan Murphy 732-396-4202 in the neighborhood, I've seen an unaware sports front of my house to clearly see how loud and dan- something you never realize it Teltccnlcr Manager Dciuina Vmbicki 908-782-4747 ext. 684 car go flying over the hump, slam on it's brakes and gerous the speed humps are. until it's too late. do a 360-degree turn. Luckily, no other car was com- I notice that at the end of the street, where there Just as we have lowered ing. is a much-used playground, only rumble strips were expectations about public behavr When a pick-up truck with a snow plow attached installed. That makes no sense. ior, so have we lowered our expec^ went over the hump, the plow detached from the Benson Place homeowners were not consulted or tations about politicians and gov truck and went careening into the curb. Pick-up apprised that these unusually large speed humps ernment. And that is silently 301 Central Avenue. Clark. \'J. 07066 trucks and vans with cargo travel too fast over the would be installed. I would be happy to meet with damaging the strength of our hump (it is not well marked), and their cargo flies any town official who wants a first-hand look at democracy. For the first time in President, . Thomiv II krt'kt'l . .<*)£782-4747 Ext 640 up into the air and back down, frightening and how they are negatively affecting our lives. our nation's history, turnout in Senior V.P. Operations . Joseph Ciiiinko waking residents in the middle of the night. & KEALY this November's presidential Conirotirr . M.irparci M inrke Oil trucks, school buses, garbage trucks and Westfield election may fall below 50 per- cent. 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LORI PUHAK RON GALEN DONNA BABER TOM ANDREWS GEORGE KOIS LESLIE BAIER Cranford Cranford Cranford Cranford Westfleld works in W«stfl«M t think it's a great idea. I've seen I don't think it's a bad idea, I think it's a good idea. People I think it's a good thing. You Cell phones can be dangerous I think it's a wise law. When too many near accidents on although I'm about the guiltiest are careless (drivers) when shouldn't talk and drive at the because they can make people you're driving you should have roads due to cell phones. person on this issue. they're using their cell phones. same time. take their minds off driving. both hands on the wheel. CWF can offer help with Scanlon supports SCOTCH PLAINS — Divorce through a divorce is tough for both dealing with the children, resolu- and separation are emotionally parties. This group will focus on tion, learning to trust again, dat- draining experiences that impact the husband's needs, frustrations, ing and more. Friends who have ; the entire family. Being well- anger and fears. Whether think- taken any of the divorce work- ; governor's effort informed and having an effective ing about divorce, in the middle of shops will have a special opportu-;' professional and personal support one, or already on the other side, nity to meet again to raise new; system can result in better deci- participants will fee] comfortable questions, share new experiences sions and easier transitions. in this group. Ron Kelber, Ph.D., is and continue mutual support' on mammograms The Center for Women and facilitator. through this ongoing "alumni"! Union County Freeholder Families (CWF* has provided Divorce 101: Contemplating group. Marilyn Vidovich, LCSW,; Deborah P. Scanlon, who has comprehensive support to the Separation or Divorce, 7:30-9 p.m. and Annette Hermann are co-; battled breast cancer twice, I County news local community for 20 years. The Mondays: Many reach a point facilitators. recently announced her support center offers affordable individual where they recognize that their The recommended donation for' Sketch of for Governor James E. and couples counseling, support marriage is at a critical impasse. the workshop listed below is $10. McGreeveys initiative requiring insurance companies to cover groups for men and women, peer This group will allow participants Controlling Your Finances mammograms for women under age 40. support groups for children, free to explore their feelings, fears and Before and After Divorce, 7:30-9 robber is "I am a breast cancer survivor, not once but twice," said Scanlon. legal consults, and financial plan- needs, as well as the legal process, p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3: "I know the misery one lives with when dealing with this dreadful ning seminars. to find ways to handle the Overwhelmed by the fear of los- disease. I know the misery that families endure." To register or for more informa- prospect of significant life changes ing financial security? Learn how released Almost 7,000 New Jersey women are diagnosed with breast can- tion call CWF at (908) 322-6007. and help make positive decisions to manage the situation including cer each year, according to statistics from the statistics from the All workshops are held at CWF about the future. Gail Katz and hiring professionals, gathering Westfield police have released a state's Department of Health. More than 1,000 die of the disease headquarters at 1801 East Second Karen Sales are co-facilitators. data, identifying one's financial • sketch of one of the suspects in the each year. St., Scotch Plains. Support groups Dii'orce 102: Alumni & Friends position and gaining the confi- Dec. 22 robbery of Panera Bread on are $30 for members and $50 for Surviving Divorce, 7:30-9 p.m. dence to fight for one's rights. The governor mentioned the federally-funded Cancer Institute Carolyn J. Podchaski, of P&L East Broad Street. On that day, in Hamilton, where he met women with breast cancer and learned non-members for six sessions. Tuesdays: New problems and three armed men forced their way Each of the three support groups unresolved issues can deter peo- Financial Services, LLC is the about their concerns that insurance companies do not cover a mam- presenter. into the bakery as employees were mogram unless a woman is at least 40. listed below met for the first time ple as they forge new lives after closing up and made off with earlier this week. separation or divorce. The group To register or for more infor- ' approximately $8,000 worth of The governor answered their concerns by proposing a require- Men's Divorce Support Group, aims to help participants face mation call CWF at (908) 322- ment that insurance companies cover mammograms for any issues of guilt, feelings of failure, 6007. : cash and jewelry: women under 40 with a family history of breast cancer and a rec- 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays: Getting An award has been offered for ommendation from her doctor. information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects. Freeholder Scanlon has asked residents to write or call their leg- Persons with information should islators and express their concerns about this life-and-death issue. L 0 W E S Tl HOURS: MON THUHS 9AM 9I> contact Westfield Detective Barron "Many voices can make a difference," said Freeholder Scanlon. 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4.--' Senior Focus Caution can prevent errors with medication (ARA) — For many seniors, tak- through special attention and care- tal organization that works to pro- safety, USP has created a hat of ing medication is part of their daily ful monitoring. mote the safe and proper use of tips for seniors and their caregivere routine. The last thing that they In 2002, there were 192,477 medications. The group's MED- on how to better manage the med- need is to worry about a medica- medication errors documented by MARX medication error database ication use process and decrease tion error. Unfortunately, errors do United States Pharmacopeia shows that the vast majority of the risk of medication errors. occur, but they can be prevented (USP), a nonprofit, nongovernmen- medication errors were corrected 1. Check the label when you get before causing hann to the patient. a prescription to verify that you're However, 3,213 errors, or 1.7 receiving the proper medication. If percent of the total, resulted in possible, read back the prescription patient injury. Of this number, 514 to your pharmacist or health care errors required initial or prolonged provider. hospitalization, 47 required inter- 2. When possible, keep all med- Rehabilrtation Center ventions to sustain life, and 20 ication in original containers. resulted in a patient's death. 3. Know what to do if you miss a Compared with 2001 data, a small- dosage, and always remember to er percentage of reported errors contact your health care provider resulted in harm to the patient (1.7 or pharmacist if you have any percent in 2002 versus 2.4 percent doubts. in 2001). 4. Try to fill all prescriptions at The 2002 MEDMARX data the same pharmacy. report revealed a number of signifi- 5. Read the patient information cant findings of interest to seniors, sheet that accompanies your med- including; ication. If you are not given one, — A majority (55 percent) of ask your pharmacist for the print- fatal hospital medication errors ed information about your prescrip- Courtesy of Comttock Images reported involved seniors. tion. There are some simple steps to take to make sure your — 9.6 percent of prescribing 6. Should there be a change in favorite charities receive the maximum benefit from your errors to seniors were harmful. the color, size, shape or smell of donation. — The most harmful medication your medication, notify your phar- errors to seniors were wrong route macist immediately. (7 percent), such as a tube feeding 7. Do not share or take another given intravenously, and wrong person's medications. There's a right way administration technique (6.5 per- 8. When in doubt about a med- cent), such as not diluting concen- ication you are taking, always con- With brurthtakinf trated medications. sult your pharmacist and/or health views of the Watchuni — Omission errors (43 percent), care provider. And remember to ask to leave money to Mountains, this improper dose/quantity errors (18 about any side effects that you state-of-the-art facility percent), and unauthorized drug might experience or expect. errors (11 percent) were the most 9. When in the hospital: is staffed 24 hours- RUNNELLS a favorite charity common types of medication errors — State your name before tak- •-day by dedicated Specialized Hospital of Union County among seniors. ing any medications and always (ARA) — For many people, an important part of their estate physicians and United States Pharmacopeia offer your wrist bracelet for identi- planning includes leaving money to a favorite charity. While you professional nurses. Medicare and Medicatd always accepted. advances public health by ensuring fication. Ask the nurse to identify don't have to be wealthy to include charitable giving in your plan, the quality and consistency of med- each medication by name before you do need to be sure you make your gift in a way that maximizes icines, promoting the safe and you take it. 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 the benefits both for the charity and for your estate. proper use of medications, verifying — If your medication has not The very best place to find money to leave to charity is in a Easily reached from Routes 22. 24 & 78. Just 1 mile from exit 41 off 1-78. ingredients in dietary supplements, been given at its regular time dur- qualified plan or IRA," says Lawrence Wiener, CLU, ChFC, director Another service of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and promoting safe medication use ing your hospital stay, inquire from of the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils. One at the national, state and local lev- the nurse as to why. reason IRAs and qualified funds are such a good choice is because Call 908 771-5901 www.ucnj.org/RUNNELLS els. — Remind your health care the money in these funds is subject to estate taxes; however, when As part of its work in patient provider if you have any allergies it is donated to a charity, it can be donated tax-free. to certain medications and food or If you leave money to a charity in your will, that money will be if you also have a health condition taxed, which means, in effect, the charity will be receiving less that could affect the use of certain money. It is also important to note that money that is donated medications. through a will needs to go through probate, which involves a time 10. Also remember to tell your delay as well as a cost to the estate. The average probate can go on health care provider if you are tak- for months before the beneficiaries get anything and lawyer's fees State of the Art ing any dietary supplements or and other court costs will be taken out of your assets. over-the-counter medications. Donating money via an IRA or qualified plan means there is no 11. Finally, create a list of all the delay in the charity receiving the funds you have earmarked; and medications you're taking. The list since no court processes are involved, there is no cost to administer Cancer Treatment Center should include the following infor- the gift. mation: When making your gift, remember that the Retirement Equity — Your full name and date of Act of 1984 requires that the spouse receive at least 50 percent of birth the value of an IRA; if you plan to donate more than 50 percent of —Drug name (the drugs being your IRA to charity, your spouse will have to sign a waiver agree- taken, both generic and brand) ing to that distribution. — Strength (dosage) Also, when the beneficiary of an IRA or qualified plan is a chari- — Directions for using the med- ty, you will want to include a statement in your will to the effect ication, including how many times that if there are not sufficient funds in the IRA or qualified plan to a day and when the medication carry out your donation wishes that your executor can step in and should be taken supplement or make up the difference from the estate. — What liquids or foods are being used to take or should be Leaving money to charity is not difficult, but you need to ensure used to take with medications, for that your wishes are carried out by setting up the donation in the example, water, juice, apple sauce most efficient way possible. It may all sound overwhelming at first, etc. but there are many professionals trained and qualified to help you make your estate planning effective. This list should be updated on a monthly basis and a copy Check with your state or local bar association for a local should be kept with you at all Certified Estate Planning attorney, or try the state CPA associa- times. Also keep copies at your tion. The National Association of Estate Planners and Councils home and share with family (NAEPC) offers a list of members who have earned the special des- members and friends who need ignation AEP (Accredited Estate Planner). to know where your persona] For more information on the NAEPC, or to find an Accredited medication list is located, Estate Planner near you, visit www.naepc.org or call NAEPC toll For more information about free at (866) 226-2224 for suggestions. The Railway Regional Cancer Center if a modern facility USP, visit www.usp.org. offering the finest radiation oncology services available Comprehensive Radiation AARP meets Eric Karp, M.D., Medical Director Board Certified Radiation Oncologist Oncology Treatment Center on Monday The Westfield Area AARP Chapter No. 4137 will hold its next meeting Monday in the newly renovated Presbyterian Church Assembly Hall on the URGENT i CARE corner of Broad Street and Mountain Avenue in Westfield. SINCE 1982 The social period will begin at + 1 p.m., with a business meeting at 1:30 p.m. followed guest speaker Nichol Melcher, who will About Dr. Karp: Founder & Director of Rahway Regional Cancer Center speak on the causes and symp- toms of hypertension and its • Board Certified Radiation Oncologist Trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center treatment. • Awarded American Cancer Society Fellowship in Clinical Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Donations of canned and 5! boxed grocery items for the less ; • Established central New Jersey's 1 prostate seed implant program fortunate. Can't wait to see The Hunterdon Hills ; • Graduated with Honors from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine and Columbia University your doctor? Playhouse trip is Feb. 18. The cost is $54.50 and includes • On-site brachytherapy with high dose-rate remote afterloading We are open 7 days a lunch, bus ride, all gratuities and seats for "The Rainmaker." • Extensive experience in breast irradiation and breast preservation management week... The bus leaves from the far side, of the Lord & Taylor parking lot • Special expertise in 3D/conformal external beam radiation and brachytherapy NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED! at 10 a.m. For information or reservations, call (908) 232-1362. We now welcome patients with Future trips include: April 28- 30, "Tea in the Tulip Garden" in anv OXFORD & CIGNA Hours: Cape May. The cost is $305, dou- Health Insurance ble and triple occupancy, $370, 892 Trussler Place Mon.-Fri. <9am-6pm) single. WITHOUT a referral! Sat. & Sun. (10am-4pm) May 16-22, visit Georgia and Rahway, New Jersey 07065 its off-shore islands of San Ml LTI CARE HEALTH CENTER Simeon and Jekyll Island. ; RAHWAY Double, triple occupancies are (732) 382-5550 100 Commerce Piace , Clark $463, single, $613. REGIONAL June 14-18 visit Canada. - Free Door to Door Van Transportation Available (off Raritan Rd., behind Windsor Diner) Sightseeing includes Niagara " CANCER CENTER Ample Parking is available at the center Falls, Seneca Nation Casino, 732-499-0606 Imax movie, Casa Loma and all- day tour of Toronto. Cost is $450 On the grounds of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital *All of our Physicians double, triple; $549, single. at Rahway bam a minimum of20yrs experience For information call (908) 889-6769. January 30, 2004 Record Press B-i Community Life
Briefs Friday film series Knapp to speak about life under Hitler set to begin again at WESTFIELD — Ludwig Knapp, author of "Growing Up Under Hitler I Was There," will Fanwood library be the speaker at the First FANWOOD — The Fanwood the folks who produced "Spinal Wednesday Luncheon of the Memorial Library's Friday Film Tap" and "Best in Show" is a bril- Westfield Historical Society at Festival resumes again for 2O04 liant send-up the folk era. It cap- noon Wednesday at B.G. Fields in February with four great tures the reunion of 1960s folk Restaurant, 550 Springfield Ave. movies. The series remains com- trio the Folksmen (Christopher Knapp, a Clark resident, will pletely free, and as always, all Guest, Michael McKean, and tell what it was like to be a young films start at 7:30 p.m. at the Harry Shearer) as they prepare boy inside Germany after Hitler library. for a show at The Town Hall to ' came to power. He will speak of The series begins Feb. 6 with memorialize a recently-deceased the tragedy that befell his family "Seabiscuit." Based on the true concert promoter. Eugene Levy when his father was drafted and story of the undersized co-wrote this hit with Guest and how, at the age of 10, he was sent Depression-era racehorse whose is featured as half of duo Mitch to a youth camp where he would victories lifted not only the spir- and Mickey (Catherine OUara), spend the worst 27 months of his its of the three-man team behind %vho were the epitome of young life. it but also those of the nation. A love until their partnership was He will also talk about being half-blind ex-prize fighter (Toby torn apart by heartbreak; and drafted at age 14 to dig trenches Maguire) and mustang breaker there's the New Main Street and foxholes around the border of (Chris Cooper) team up with a Singers, the most meticulously Holland when Normandy was millionaire (Jeff Bridges) and his color-coordinated neuftet ever to invaded in 1944. He will explain rough-hewn, undersized horse, hit the stage. The all-star ensem- why one of the happiest days of NICOLE DIMELLA/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Seabiscuit. The men bring ble also features Ed Begley, Jr., his life was when the Allies Dara Silverman, a seventh-grader at Roosevelt Intermediate School, works on a qultt in Anne Seabiscuit to incredible heights, Parker Posey, Fred Willard and crossed the Rhine River — he Cohen's art class. The quilts will be donated to a charity that distributes them to infants and chil- helping him earn Horse of the more. knew that after six years of hor- dren suffering from AIDS. Year honors in 1938. The month's offerings con- ror, the war would finally be over. The series continues Feb. 13 clude Feb. 27 with "Tomb Raider: Regular attendees of the lunch- with "Pirates of the Caribbean." The Cradle of Life." This action eon will be contacted by telephone With great action and an all-star thriller stars Angelina Jolie as to verify their reservations. Space Students quilting for a cause cast, this swashbuckling high archaeologist and explorer extra- permitting, others may attend by seas adventure blockbuster is ordinaire Lara Croft who jour- calling (908) 233-2930 by noon Kids craft quilts for sure to please. After the neys to a temple sunken under- Monday. Governor's daughter, Elizabeth water that leads to a sphere that babies with AIDS Swann (Keira Knightly), is kid- contains the mythical Pandora's napped by the Pirate Captain Box, only to have it stolen from Health Department Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush), her by Chen Lo, the leader of a to conduct rabies clinic THE RECORD-PRESS Elizabeth's childhood friend Will Chinese crime syndicate, who's ; Turner (Orlando Bloom) must in league with a villain named WESTFIELD — The Westfield WESTFIELD — Students at Roosevelt team up with rogue pirate Jack Reiss who wants to use the Box Regional Health Department will Intermediate School are putting the finishing Sparrow (Johnny Depp) to save as a doomsday weapon. Facing conduct a free rabies clinic, from touches on a quilt-making project which will her. Little do they know that her greatest challenges yet, the 2:30-4 p.m. Saturday. The clinic benefit at-risk children. these pirates are cursed. Forced intrepid tomb raider pursues LA, will be held at the Westfield Thirty-five students in teacher Anne Cohen's to exist between living and dead, in order to get her hands back on Veterinary Group facility, located seventh-grade art classes spent the second and only revealing their skeleton Pandora's Box and fulfill the i at 562 Springfield Ave. No marking period sewing quilts for the program. forms in the moonlight, the desire of the Queen. | The students worked together in groups to cre- appointments are required. pirates intend to use Elizabeth's The series is co-sponsored by 's Animals will be assisted on a ate designs and assembled the small square- blood and necklace to return to shaped pieces of fabric into a completed quilt. the Friends of the Fanwood < first-come, first served basis. their normal state. Memorial Library with the coop-! The public should follow some Most of the students involved in the project On Feb. 20 the library will eration of Palmer Video in Scotch simple preventive measures to did not previously know how to sew fabric, and show "A Mighty Wind." this Plans. For more information, call limit the possibility of exposure to certainly had never created anything as compli- hilarious "mock-u-mentary" from the library at (908) 322-6400. ' rabies, including: cated as a handmade quilt. — Make sure that all dogs and "They were pretty amazed to see the end cats are vaccinated against rabies. result," Cohen said. — Do not leave family pets out- When the 14 quilts are finished, some will be Scouts are ready ! doors overnight, or feed animals donated to Life Ties, an AIDS crisis interven- outdoors. tion group which has 45 children who could NICOLE DIMELLA/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER . benefit from the gifts. Other quilts will be given Seventh-graders Tara Burns (left) and Maria — Avoid contact with all wild to the Angel Connection, an organization which animals. Lomaka put the finishing touches on a quilt at , for Klondike Derby strives to improve the lives of children and fam- Westfield's Roosevelt Intermediate School. . — Discuss with children not to ilies who live daily with HIV and AIDS. At 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Boy style sleds between the towns, bring home pets or attempt to Cohen's was a project that not only taught project from the Union County School Nurses ; Scouts of the Patriot District of the where they will be graded on their "help" a sick wild animal. the children important lessons about the value Association. That money helped Cohen's stu- .;,' v Patriots' Path Council will hold performance of different skill If bitten by any animal, consult of contributing to disadvantaged members of dents acquire vital materials for the project, '• % -A- their 47th Klondike Derby sled problems, such as first aid, lash- a physician immediately and con- their community, but also had important such as scissors, pins, pin cushions, needles, ami- race and Scout skill contest at the ings and knots, measuring, and tact the Local Health Department instructional value in the classroom as well. thread. Much of the fabric for the quilts was picnic area above Surprise Lake in fire-building. Each team's test at (908) 789-4070 to report the "The project taught the kids to work together donated by parents. the Watchung Reservation in scores and elapsed times are incident. as a group," said Cohen. When disagreements Parents will be contributing to the project in Mountainside. Bruce Mellen of relayed to a central Scoreboard to arose, students had to find compromises on other ways. The final step of constructing the Westfield, a veteran of many past determine the winners in each Miller-Cory celebrates their own, developing interpersonal skills. quilts involved reinforcing the bindings and Derbies, will serve as Derby age groups ^Wta* . j Students also learned basic stitches and edges of the quilts, and parent volunteers will Governor, and about 100 adult J:. 3 If thejfc is tooVtle nunHbr Groundhog Day developed color matching skills, and had to use be handling that part of the process. leaders and volunteers from vari? sleds, the patrols Jftl use back- WESTFIELD — The Miller- math skills to measure and cut the strips of Finally, Cohen said, the students will hang ous troops will assist in the event. packs loaded with the required Cory House Museum located at fabric that make up a quilt. the finished products for all of Roosevelt's stu- On Derby day, the equipment to hike around the 614 Mountain Ave. in Westfield, The impetus for the project came from school dents to appreciate before the quilts are given Reservation will be transformed course, but only severe rain or to the underprivileged children. mud conditions will cause a can- will celebrate Groundhog Day nurse Jeannie Wands, who had heard about into the Klondike region of the : from 2-4 p.m. Sunday. ABC quilts, a New Hampshire-based organiza- The students became attached to the quilts Yukon Territory, and the spots cellation. Patricia D'Angelo of Westfield tion which creates handmade quilts and uses after working on them for days on end. "The where different skill events occur The public is welcome to visit will explain the old theory that if the initiative to promote awareness, community kids put their heart and souls into something will take on the names of at any timej'ffhe awards are pre- the groundhog sees his shadow, service and HIV prevention education. and then they have to give it up in the end," Klondike towns. Scout patrols, sented aroutad 2 p.m., when the there will be a late spring; if he Wands helped acquire a $500 grant for the Cohen said. using compass directions to map last waves Have completed the doesn't, spring will be early. out their routes, will pull Eskimo- race. Children will learn about other mid-winter celebrations and will make a ground hog craft. This program is ideal for your children. School's DECA will The Miller-Cory House Museum is staffed by a volunteer host 'Day of core of costumed docents dedicat- parents, ed to bringing the past to life at the 18th-century dwelling. The Decisions' at museum's gift shop carries a wide staff say variety of colonial reproductions, crafts and educational materials. Park, Terrill On Feb. 8, from 2-4 p.m., 'Welcome SCOTH PLAINS — DECA, an Evelyn Kennelly of Westfield will association of marketing students, present Historic Valentines. 1 is holding its annual Day of Admission to the museum is $2 to the '60s Decisions at Terrill Middle School for adults, 50 cents for students Saturday, and at Park Middle and children under six are admit- WESTFIELD — "Welcome to School on Feb. 11. More than 50 ted free. the '60s," the 56th show from DECA students will run work- For information about the Washington School, continues a shops about parent and teenage museum, its calendar of events of historic town tradition with an relationships, peer pressure, volunteer opportunities, call (908) original musical production writ- stereotypes, teenage anxiety, and 232-1776. ten, directed, produced and per- fitting in at the high school. formed by parents, teachers and Eighth-grade students will get Karaoke Night Sunday staff from Washington School. to interact with their peers "Welcome to the 60s" was through hands-on demonstrations, at The Internet Lounge written by Jackie Costello, group discussions and skits. Maryann Waxtel and Dave Through these activities many FANWOOD — The Internet questions, ranging from the transi- Lounge of 256 South Ave., will Schulman and is being produced by Grace Cetlin, Mary Beth tion into a high school setting to host an Open Mic/Karaoke Night Zina Bazarksy, Natalie Matarek and Megan Hoerrner, students in Cathy Loughlln's fifth-grade class at the dangers of alcohol and drug at 7 p.m. Sunday. Finn, Cathy Hawkins and Ann use, will be answered. Lazzarotti. The show is directed Washington School in Westfield, promote "Welcome to the 60s!" The fundraiser show, produced by Participants can enjoy a cup of school parents and staff, takes the stage this weekend. "The purpose of DECA's Day of gourmet coffee and a wide variety by Jackie Costello and Bruce Decisions is to reach out to the of organic foods and participate in Vasel. excited by the modern music, big step toward independence. 8 p.m. Friday and 2 and 8 p.m. younger members of our communi- an original poetry reading, a "Welcome to the '60s" is based dance and fashion styles of the What started as a small tnl- Saturday at the Roosevelt ty," said senior DECA member stand-up comedy routine or a on themes from "Bye Bye new decade. When Stacy's school ent show at Washington School Intermediate School Auditorium, Ryan Breznitsky, who coordinated musical number. There is no cover Birdie," "Dirty Dancing," learns that it will be featured in has grown into a full-scale musi- located at 301 Clark St. The the events. "As these students charge. "Hairspray" and other '60s-based a dance number on the Ed cal production involving over matinee is S7; evening perform- graduate from middle school and Visitors can also surf the web musicals. The show centers Sullivan Show, parents and 175 parents and faculty mem- ances are $8, take another step toward adult- or play a game of Diablo2, Never around parents and teens going teachers attempt to preserve the bers. The show now serves as For tickets call the ticket hot- hood, they need to be aware of var- Winter Nights, WarCraft or from a traditional 1950s lifestyle 1950s status quo by controlling the school's primary fundraiser, line at (908) 232-5900. Tickets ious social situations and myths Counter-Strike. Tournaments are to the new music, dance and the teens' performance. and the approximately $25,000 will also be available at the door. about drugs and alcohol." held bi-weekly. styles of the 1960s. Stacy and her friends have in proceeds raised are used to Select seats are available for For questions or more informa- < To ask about the schedule of Set in a suburban town, the other ideas, however, and plot to fund various programs and purchase at ERA/Burgdorff tion regarding the Day of ! events call (908) 490-1234 or visit show centers around Stacy sabotage the adults' plans. They equipment at the school Realtors on North Avenue in Decisions program, call DECA at ; www.themternetlounge.com. Pickles, a vivacious teen who is eventually succeed and take a Performances will be held on Westfield. (908) 889-8600. B-2 Itocord Pr««« January 30, 2004 Dorothy R. Johnson Obituaries Frank DeFellipo Jr. CRANFORD — Dorothy R. James W. and partner Michael i SCOTCH PLAINS — Frank J. ters, Laurel Turchin and fiance! Weingartner Johnson, 73, died Connell of New York City, Frank DeFellipo Jr., 39, was fatally Thomas Monaco of Scotch Plaint; Jan. 19, 2004 at Robert Wood and wife Ann of Clark and injured Jan. 25, 2004 in a traffic and Jessica Wilkins and husband. Johnson University Hospital at Robert Sr. and wife Susan of S. Robert Christensen; accident. Bill of Scotch Plains; six grandchild Rahway. Bridgewater; a brother, George He was born in Plainfield and dren; and his dog, Jack. She was born in Union and Weingartner of Florida; a sister, lived in Scotch Plains for most of A funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. lived in that township before Eleanor Ciuba of Texas; and six Bell, AT&T executive bis life. today at Immaculate Heart .of moving to Cranford in 1999. grandchildren. CRANFORD — S. Robert He was also a basketball player, Mr. DeFellipo received a bache- Mary Church, 1571S. Martine Ave*. Mrs. Johnson was a volunteer A funeral Mass was held Christensen, 81, a telephone indus- swimmer and rower on the crew at lor's degree from the Madison cam- Burial will be in St. Gertrude at Union Hospital and a mem- Saturday at St. Agnes Roman try executive involved with the Rutgers. pus of Fairleigh Dickinson Cemetery, Colonia. ' ' ber of the Women's Auxiliary to Catholic Church, Clark, follow- breakup of the Belt System, died Mr. Christensen was a delegate University in 1986. He was a Arrangements are by the Knights of Columbus Council ing services at the Walter J. Jan. 19, 2004 at his home. to the New Jersey Synod of the parishioner of Immaculate Heart of Higgins Home for Funerals, in 4594 in Union. She also was a Johnson Funeral Home in His 40-year career began with Presbyterian Church (U.SA) and a Mary Roman Catholic Church. North Plainfield. The family woijljl member of the Altar Rosary Clark. Burial was in Gate of New Jersey Bell Telephone Co. director of the National Council of Surviving are his parents, appreciate Masses in his memory, Society at St. Michael's Roman Heaven Cemetery, East when it was owned by the Presbyterian Men. He was an elder, Frank Sr. and Genevieve Garafalo To send a condolence, visft Catholic Church in Union. Hanover, American Telephone & Telegraph deacon, trustee and committee DeFellipo of Scotch Plains; two sis- www.higginsfuneralhome.com. '. \ Her husband of 41 years, Donations may be sent to Co. Mr. Christensen worked for chairman in his 50 years as a mem- James, is deceased. Rahway Hospice, 865 Stone St., AT&T proper on the divestiture of ber of the First Presbyterian Surviving are three sons, Rahway, NJ 07065. its local telephone companies and Church. John Gorski their transfer to regional operating As a naval officer in World War held a bachelor's degree in companies, including Bell Atlantic SCOTCH PLAINS — John II he saw combat duty in the Pacific Gorski, 50, died Jan. 16, 2004 at mechanical engineering from Leocadia Figueiredo Corp., a precursor to Verizon and was decorated with a number Communications. He retired from the Concord Healthcare Center Kean University. GARWOOD — Leocadia A. Church. of ribbons. He was stationed aboard in Lake wood. Surviving is a brother, Steven. "Loretta* Stroz Figueiredo, 76, AT&T in 1983, the year before the the USS Mississippi in Tokyo Surviving are her husband of divestiture took effect. Born in Elizabeth, he lived in A memorial Mass will be 11 died Jan. 20, 2004 at her home. 57 years, Antonio; two daughters, Harbor when the war ended in Scotch Plains before moving to a.m. Saturday at St. Agnes She was born in Elizabeth and Kathleen Pidany and Diane; a Mr. Christensen also was a for- Japan. Brick in 1989. Roman Catholic Church, 332 had lived in Garwood since 1957. son, Steven; six grandchildren mer vice president of the Cranford Mr. Christensen was born in Mr. Gorski was an engineer Madison Hill Road, Clark. Mrs, Figueiredo retired in and a great-grandchild. Board of Education, a past presi- Bayonne and had lived in Cranford with Wayne Dalton Engineering Arrangements are by the DTSlia 1994 after 23 years as a packer A funeral Mass was held dent of two Rotary clubs, a gover- since 1953. in Bound Brook until 2001. He Funeral Home in Lakewood. with Schering-Plough Corp. in Thursday, Jan. 22 at St. Anne's nor of the Cranford Swim Club and Surviving are his wife of 57 Kenilworth. She was a member of Church. Burial was in Fairview a director of the United Way. The years, Nancy Squire Christensen; a the Garwood Democratic Party; Cemetery, Westfield. onetime Eagle Scout was a commit- son, Scott Robert of Manhasset, Louis Elkind the Gran Centurions, in Clark; Arrangements were by the tee chairman with Boy Scout Troop N.Y.; a daughter, Carol Christensen and the Altar Rosary Society at Dooley Funeral Home in 80. Schiller of Lebanon, Pa.; and five SCOTCH PLAINS — Louis store. St. Anne's Roman Catholic Cranford. He graduated in 1942 from grandchildren. Elkind, 85, died Jan. 25, 2004 at Surviving are his wife of 62 Rutgers University, where Mr. A memorial service was held the Monroe Village Health Care years, Lillian; two daughters, Christensen was the editor of the Monday at the First Presbyterian Center in Monroe Township. Barbara Stechman and Linda Howard Glock Scarlet Letter class yearbook and Church with arrangements by the Mr. Elkind was born in Gans; a son, Jeffrey; and seven associate editor of The Anthologist Gray Memorial Funeral Home. Newark, He lived in Linden, grandchildren. GARWOOD — Howard Glock, mid-1950s and active in the literary magazine. He was a mem- Graveside services were held 69, died Jan. 21, 2004 at Donations may be sent to Haven Scotch Plains, Monroe Township Piscataway Little League. ber of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity Hospice, JFK Medical Center, 65 and San Diego, Calif., before Wednesday at Mount Lebanon Muhlenberg Regional Medical He was a member of the and became the president of that Cemetery in Iselin. Center in Plainfield. James St., P.O. Box 3059, Edison, returning to Monroe Township in United Presbyterian Church in fraternity's board after graduation. NJ 08818. 2003. Arrangements were by the Born July 26, 1934 in Plainfield. He was a partner in the Grog Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Plainfield, he was a son of the Surviving are a brother, Shop, a Kendall Park liquor Chapels in Manalapan. late Robert and Edna Weinzierl Robert A. of Piscataway; three Tadeusz Lewicki Glock. sisters, Dorothea A. Clemens of Mr. Glock lived in Garwood Meyersville, Nancy J. Fennimore KENILWORTH — Tadeusz He was a Polish army veteran. and South Plainfield before mov- of Basking Ridge and Joan A. Lewicki, 77, died Jan. 20, 2004 at A daughter, Gabriela, is Sylvia Briggs-Lipford ing to Piscataway in 1964. He Stalter and husband Wade of Union Hospital. deceased. • SCOTCH PLAINS — Sylvia Choir at St. John's Baptist returned to Plainfield in 1994. Hanover, Pa.; and 15 nieces and Born in Poland, he came to the Surviving are his wife, Teresa; G. Briggs-Lipford, 76, died Jan. Church. He was a retired security nephews. United States in 1966 and lived a daughter, Diana; a sister, Emily 22, 2004 at her home in Surviving are two daughters,' guard in the Plainfield area, most Services were held Saturday in Hillside before moving to Burger; a brother, Henry; and a Plainfield. Mabel Briggs-Curry and Martha recently for Wackenhut Corp. Mr. at the Mundy Funeral Home in Kenilworth. grandchild. Born Nov. 6, 1927 in Cranford, J. Briggs-Wong, both •of Glock was in the Army in the Dunellen. Burial was private. Mr. Lewicki retired in 1987 Services will be held in she was a daughter of the late Plainfield; a sister, Celestine after 12 years with the shipping Poland. Local arrangements were Gracie and Joshua Briggs Sr. Wayne of Lebanon, Pa.; two department of the American by the McCracken Funeral Home Mrs. Briggs-Lipford lived in grandchildren; two great-grand- Amy Lee Clark Aluminum Co. in Mountainside. in Union. Scotch Plains before moving to children; and many nieces, CRANFORD — Amy Lee nurse's assistant, retiring in 1966 Westfield. She retired in 1989 nephews and cousins. Clark, 91, died Jan. 18, 2004 at after 20 years with the Cranford Herbert Mayer after 17 years with Unisys Corp. Services wei 3 held Wednesday her home. Health and Extended Care in Flemington. at St. John's Baptist Church. Born in Chapel Hill, N.C., she Center. CRANFORD — Herbert Mayer, male leader of Cadette Troop 560 A member of the Gospel Arrangements were by the' lived in Montclair before moving Surviving are a daughter, 78, died Jan. 19, 2004 at Union in Cranford. As a Navy veteran of Echoes group, Mrs. Briggs- Plinton-Curry Funeral Home in to Cranford. Donna Thomas; a brother, Joe Hospital. World War II he received the Lipford sang in the Inspirational Westfield. Mrs. Clark sang in the choir Caldwell; four sisters, Helen He was bom in Elizabeth and Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon and the Voices of Deliverance Caldwell, Emma Fowler, Laura lived in that city before moving to with one star, the American ensemble at Deliverance Walker and Sarah Allen; a grand- Cranford. Theater Ribbon, the Philippine Irene Matthews Evangelistic Centers Inc. in child and three great-grandchil- Mr. Mayer was for 10 years the Liberation Ribbon and the Victory head of security for the First Medal. SCOTCH PLAINS — Irene band, Joseph, are deceased. " Newark. A missionary, she served dren. Feigenbaum Matthews, 88, died Surviving are a son, Dr. on the Mother's Board of her Services were held Friday at National State Bank in Newark. Surviving are his wife of 38 He earlier was for three years a years, Evelyn Davis Mayer; a Jan. 23, 2004 at the Ashbrook Arthur J; two daughters, Joan church and for 25 years was a Deliverance Evangelistic Centers Nursing and Rehabilitation West and Nancy Garber; a broth- Grade 2 Sunday school teacher. Inc. Burial was in Rosehill cargo handler with Flying Tiger daughter, Tanya Mayer-Pierce; airlines at Newark Liberty three sisters, Rev. Edna Vaughan, Center. er, Dr. Irving Feigenbaum; a sis- She graduated from the Cemetery, Newark. Mrs. Matthews was born in ter, Florine Isaacs; 12 grandchil- Deliverance Bible Institute in Arrangements were by the International Airport. At one time Bernice Mason and Brenda Tarver; he was an employment manager two grandchildren; and many Brooklyn. She lived in Woodmere, dren and a great-grandchild. Newark. G.G. Woody Funeral Home in N.Y., and Cranbury before mov- Services were held Sunday at She also was a certified Roselle. for a number of nursing homes. nieces and nephews. He held a degree in business Services were held Saturday at ing to Scotch Plains in 2003. the Menorah Chapels at administration from the Newark St. Mark A.M.E. Church. Burial She was a member of the Millburn, in Union. Burial was Lucille Karalis campus of Rutgers University. was in Rosemount Memorial Park, B'nai B'rith Women in in New Montefiore Cemetery,. A former official of the Newark. Woodmere. Pinelawn, N.Y. CRANFORD — Lucille A. Surviving are her husband, Washington Rock Girl Scout Arrangements were by the G.G. Her first husband, Henry Donations may be sent to the Gargiulo Karalis, 58, died Jan. 23, Ben; a daughter, Amy Smolinski; a Council, Mr. Mayer was the first Woody Funeral Home in Roselle. Goldstein, and her second hus- Parkinson's Foundation. 2004 at St. Joseph's Wayne son, Michael; a sister, Michelle Hospital. Gargiulo; and a brother, Jeff Still. Mrs. Karalis was born in A funeral Mass was held Daniel Papp Robert Leonardo Hoboken. She lived in Edison, Tuesday at Immaculate Heart of CRANFORD — Daniel Papp, II and a member of the Veterans of SCOTCH PLAINS — Robert of the Union County Bar Roselle, Cranford and Wayne Mary Roman Catholic Church, Leonardo, 33, was fatally injured Association, New Jersey State before moving to Lincoln Park in Wayne, following services at the 83, died Jan. 20, 2004 at his home Foreign Wars post in Cranford. in Forked River. Surviving are his wife, Julia Jan. 23, 2004 in a traffic accident Bar Association and Georgetown 1999. Vander May Wayne Colonial in New Providence. Alumni Rugby Association. She was the pro shop manager Funeral Home. Born in Newark, he lived in McGahran Papp; a sister, Irene Cranford before moving to Forked Terjek; and a nephew. Mr. Leonardo was born in Fall His father, Luiz C. Sr, is at the Packanack Golf Club in Donations may be sent to River, Mass. He lived in deceased. Wayne, where Mrs. Karalis worked American Cancer Society of New River one month ago. Graveside services were held Mr. Papp retired in 1982 after Friday at Good Luck Cemetery in Washington, D.C., West Orange Surviving are his wife,' 25 years. She was a member of the Jersey, 468 Parish Drive, Suite 6, and Linden before moving to Great Eastern Balloon Association. Wayne, NJ 07470. more than 40 years as a toolmaker Lanoka Harbor, Arrangements Kimberly A. Bobish Leonardo; his with Schneffel Bros, in Newark. He were by the Riggs Funeral Home Scotch Plains in 2001. mother, Alcina Aguiar Leonardo; was an Army veteran of World War in Forked River. He was a partner in the a daughter, Rhiannon R.; a son, Mary Karchonas Newark law firm Tompkins, Robert L.; two sisters, Suzanne McGuire, Wachenfeld & Barry; Thibert and Maria Pacheco; and KENILWORTH — Mary Karchonas sang in the Arthur Potts Mr. Leonardo joined the firm as a brother, Luiz C. Jr. Kostopoulos Karchonas, 79, died Schering-Plough choral group. CRANFORD — Arthur Potts, years and retired as a night man- an attorney in 1996 and became A funeral Mass was scheduled Jan. 22, 2004 at her home. Surviving are a daughter, 95, died Jan. 21, 2004 at ager. a partner in 2001. He began his Thursday, Jan. 29 at St. Born in Jersey City, Ms. Leslie J.; a son, Steven P.; a sis- Community Medical Center in His wife, Jean, is deceased. law career as a law clerk to Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Karchonas lived in Kenitworth ter, Thelma Petropoulos; three Toms River. Surviving are a son, Ronald; a Superior Court Judge Lawrence Catholic Church, following serv- for 22 years before moving to grandchildren and a great- Born in Elizabeth, he lived in brother, John; two grandchildren Weiss. ices at the Rossi Funeral Home. Roselle Park in 1989. She had grandchild. Mr Leonardo earned a bache- Burial was in St. Gertrude resided in Union since 1997. Cranford before moving to Toms and a great-grandchild. Services were held Monday River in 1979. Services were held Saturday at lor's degree from Georgetown Cemetery, Colonia. She was with Schoring- at the Mastapeter Funeral Mr. Potts was with the Diehl the Higgins Home for Funerals, University in 1992 and a law Donations to Robert L. and Plough Corp. in Kenilworth for Home in Roselle Park. Burial Manufacturing Corp. in in Watchung. Burial was in St. degree from the Seton Hall Law Rhiannon R. Leonardo will be 20 years and retired in 1994 as was in Rosedale Cemetery, School in 1995. He was a member an executive secretary. Ms. Orange. Bridgewater for more than 30 Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia. accepted at the funeral home. Donations may be sent to Wilson Memorial Union Church, MONUMENTS, 7 Valley Road, Watchung, NJ Stephen V. Kuch 07069. WESTFIELD — Stephen V. Beach Fire Company, the Elks ACES OF MARKERS Kuch, 75, died Jan. 25, 2004 at his lodge in Bayville and American AND BRONZE home in Whiting. Legion Post 90 in Cape Coral. Mr. John H, Vogel Mr. Kuch was born in Cranford. Kuch was an Army veteran of PLAQUES CRANFORD — John H. Vogel, He lived in Westfield, Ocean World War II. 80, died Jan. 23, 2004. Beach, Brick and Cape Coral, Fla., Two sons, Stephen V. Ill and Visit Our large Indoor He was born in Bayonne and before moving to Whiting in 1995. Joseph H., are deceased. & Outdoor Display lived in Cranford before moving He once owned Joseph Kuch & Surviving are his wife of 52 to Fort Pierce, Fla, Son in Cranford, S.V. 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Registration Business helps is ongoing at Kinderprep AD/HD students in Westfwld become advocates WESTFIELD — Kinderprep, located at 812 South Ave. in Weatfield, provides a warm, nur- for their own needs turing environment in a home atmosphere. WESTFIELD — Midterms are their academic goals by providing All teachers have college over, IEP annual reviews are structure, support, accountability degrees, are CPR certified, have around the comer, and parents of and feedback." experience working with young students with AD/HD are desper- Milazzo is the founder of children and are extremely dedi- ate for answers to their children's Empowered ADDvantages, LLC, cated professionals. academic challenges. in Westfield, specializing in Owners Lara and Marybeth How do you motivate a 15-year- AD/HD, Executive Functioning, hold degrees in early childhood old to apply herself and not just do Academic and Advocacy Coaching. education, are onsite daily, are Students at St. Theresa School in Kanilworth recently collected food to replenish the parish Food the. minimum necessary to get by Known as an ADDvocacy involved with teaching the chil- Pantry. From left are Richard Tiemann, Andraa Perlcleous, Wengee Pua and Michelle Lohse. The in school? What can you do to help Coach, Pamela Milazzo provides , students and the rest of the school community are in the midst of a busy celebration of Catholic your 14-year-old son who is over- individual coaching, group coach- dren and are available for the Schools Week. parents. Each student is provid- whelmed with school, totally disor- ing, and advocacy classes for ! ed with plenty of individual ganized, not fol- adults and stu- dents with attention and is encouraged to lowing through "For clients who are become a wetl-rounded individ- on school assign- AD/HD, and par- A busy week at St. Theresa ments, and in the students, the purpose of ents of students ual. process of failing? with special The goal is to provide a posi- KENILWORTH — St. Theresa School in families, Students are treated as individuals and How do you get coaching is to stimulate needs. Unique to tive first school experience, so Kenilworth opened the celebration of Catholic encouraged to reach their full potential. your 16-year-old and motivate them to her work is a when students graduate Schools Week on Jan. 24 with a special Mass in There are classroom match and spelling con- daughter back on focus on the Kinderprep they are prepared honor of the staff and students. Everyone was tests being held throughout the -week, Helping track so that she achieve their academic importance of for success in future school then invited to tour the school and view some of Hands activities (older grades team up with will earn the goals by providing struc- responsible self- endeavors. the work that students of all grade levels have younger grades to complete a project), puppet grades she needs advocacy, both for Kinderprep pre-school and accomplished throughout the year in various shows, coloring, zippering and shoe-tying con- to graduate and ture, support, accounta- the parents of kindergarten offers full-day pro- subject areas. tests for pre-k and kindergarten. get into college? bility and feedback." these students, as. grams for children ages 2Vi St. Theresa School is Middle States An open house for prospective parents was What type of help — Pam Milazzo well as the stu- through 5. The main curriculum Accredited. Immersed in Catholic values and tra- held Tuesday and another will be held Thursday, is available from dents themselves. runs 9 a.m.-3:3O p.m. All stu- ditions, the school offers a strong academic pro- Jan. 29. Eighth-graders will teach a class to the school district, and how do you Empowered ADDvantages, LLC dents are welcome to come as gram in grades pre-k through eight. younger grades during the morning hours. go about getting it? How do you is offering two programs this win- early as 7:30 a.m. and stay as St. Theresa endeavors to fill the spiritual, And on Friday, Jan. 30, there will be a student put an end to the power struggles ter of particular interest to high late as 6 p.m. moral and social needs of students and their body Mass at 9 a.m. for the Feast of St. Bosco. between you and your cliild, not to school students ant! their parents. The program is quite flexible, mention the stress your entire A seven-week coaching pro- offering two, three, or five days. family is exjwriencing? gram for high school students There is also a pre-school and "Renowned experts in the field begins Feb. 18, and runs tlirough kindergarten-second grade sum- of AD/HD, including Ed Hallowell April 1. Educational Advocacy 101 mer camp. Staffers at Sundance School and John Ratey, authors of the - Strategies for Becoming a The pre-school curriculum book 'Driven to Distraction,' have Confident Advocate for your covers many fun and exciting identified coaching as one of the AD/HD or Special Needs Child topics. Children will be intro- key ingredients to the formula for begins March 6, and runs tlirough duced to new concepts and skills help raise funds for Children's academic success for students with March 17. Space is limited in both to become more self-confident. AD/HD," said AD/HD Coach programs. Small class size allows each Pamela Milazzo For more information, or to reg- child to learn at his or her own 90-year-old among Milazzo added, "In very basic ister, call (908) 301-0733, or e-mail pace. Lessons involve hands-on terms, AD/HD coaching involves Milazzo at activities in math/reading readi- those coordinating an ongoing partnership between EmpoweredADDtshJol .com. ness skills, arts and crafts, coach and client wherein the two Empowered ADDvantages, fundraising effort work together to facilitate goal LLC, is located at 111 Quimby music, science, and fine motor. clarification and achievement. For Street, Suite 12 in Westfield. Visit The busy day includes indoor as In honor of the special birth- clients who are students, the pur- the website at well as outdoor free play. The days of two of its beloved teach- pose of coaching is to stimulate www.EmpoweredADDvantages.cit child-friendly outside play- ers, Agnes "Granny" Zehelesnik and motivate them to achieve y.max.com. ground features climbers, play- and her daughter, Agnes house, sand box, tricycles, scoot- Arakelian, the Sundance School ers and equipment for organized in North Plainfield recently pre- sports and games. sented a gift of $4,000 to Kinderprep's kindergarten Children's Specialized Hospital program is full-day, with before in Mountainside. and aftercare included in the As Granny turned 90 and tuition. In addition to all aca- Agnes 60, they encouraged the demic subjects the program generous efforts of Sundance includes Maracas, a Spanish- parents, children, staff and other language program developed supporters to raise money for specifically for Kinderprep stu- Children's. June 14 - August 13 dents. In recognition of all her good Coed, Ages 4-14 Summers are always in full work, including this initiative, swing, with 10 weeks of fun- Granny will be honored on Early Summer Programs • Day Camps • Creative Arts filled camp activities are avail- March 12th by the Somerset • Sports • Enrichment • Extended Care able. Children spend much of County Commission or» the their day enjoying weekly sum- Status of Women, as a 2004 For more information. (VMS) 273-09(1(1, ext. 272 mer themes, water play, arts and Distinguished Award Winner, or visit u< .it www.keiitpl.ice.org crafts, nature studies, special "We are touched by the gen- visitors, and summer fun days. erosity of Granny, Agnes and the Agnes "Granny" Zhelesnik of Sundance School presents a $4,000 KENT PLACE SCHOOL Children may also register for entire Sundance community," gin to Amy B. Mansue, president and CEO of Children's Specialized 42 Nurwmui A»t- Sutiilnil.NI (iT'WO-n.^W classes in cooking, pottery, said Amy Mansue, president and Hospital. Spanish, computers, swimming, CEO of Children's Specialized me happy to be able to help school is to provide a warm, Tae Kwon Do and field trips. Hospital. "This innovative effort them everyday," said Zhelesnik. happy environment where posi- To celebrate nine years of exemplifies the wonderfully cre- "I can think of no better place tive experiences build self excellence, Kinderprep is offer- ative work done at Sundance than Children's Specialized to esteem and lov-e of learning. Oak Knoll ing free registration for pre- School and is truly an inspira- share my birthday joy with." The Sundance program School school, kindergarten and sum- tion to both young and old Sundance School is located in includes creative arts, move- June 28- mer camp programs. alike," North Plainfield and provides an ment, singing, computers, cook- August 20, 2004 Registration is currently taking At 90, Granny works lull-time exciting instructional program ing and much more. For more place for summer camp 2004 for Sundance School, where she for children through Grade 3. information, visit www.sun- and the 2004-2005 school year. runs the kitchen and teaches The overall philosophy of the danceschool.net. Call Lara or Marybeth to cooking to area children ages 2 m r schedule a tour at (908) 317- to 9 years old. 6900. "I love children, and it makes New Jersey pry TUB School of 1 Open House Sunday, Fcb.a, 1-1 p.m. Miss Nancy offers a J Ballet t-or FIH*L infoimalion, or for a camp bmchure.cill W8 T^-SISIJ Ballet* Jazz* Tap Odk Knoll School of the HotyChild % YEAR ROUND CUSSES •14 Bldtkhurn Hcid i special place for kids Summit, NJ07y01 * vAvv/Otikknol! org FOR ALL AGES AM O LEVELS CRANFORD — Miss Nancy's Class for 3-year-olds, which Learning Center is presently meets Monday and Tuesday Op$n Chun I Intwttat Pn§rom taking registration for the 2004- from 05 school year. 9 a.m. -noon or 1 - 4 p.m., and a SOMERVILLE If you want to give your child Pre-K class that is equivalent to Morristown * Livingston I a chance to develop his social- a 4's Plus Program which meets ization skills and get a head Wednesday through Friday 9 973-597-9600 or WK-526-M48 start on learning, all in the true a.m.-noon. i) summer Sports spirit of childhood, while having Children must turn 3 and 4, fun, then you will want to con- respectively, by Oct. 1, 2003. JOIN US FORA SPECIAL PRESCHOOL SESSION Spectacular! sider Miss Nancy's Learning The center is located at the 12 Week Session Beginning Feb. 4th - 9:3O-1O:15AM Center. Cranford United Methodist Ages .3-5 Ballet/Creative Movement ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS NOW! The loving Christian environ- Church, Corner of Walnut and Call Today, ment provided by the center Lincoln Ave., next to the library. Classes Filling Quickly • baseball • tennis enables young children to grow If you are looking for a spe- Dance with ollyourVur Heart and develop into secure and cial place for your pre-schooler 998-789-3011 • in-line hockey • soccer independent individuals. this fall, call Nancy Boyle at 402 Boulevard, Westfield • basketball • golf The staff is committed to (908)276-9668. (across from thclVirslfii'ld Irjin Mjlinni • extended day computer camn building a positive self-image She will send a brochure, for every child, because a child reserve a spot for your child, MUSICAL THEATER Or, sign up for academic, art, computer, media, music, who feels confident is better and arrange a day for you and V able to learn. your child to visit the program BALLET • }kZL • MODERN science, theater programs and more in UCC's . The Bchool offers a Tiny Tots and see a class in action. POINTE • TAP College for Kids & College for Teens' I Beginner to Professional DanG Preschool Ages 2 1/2 - Adult Register early, enrollment is Union limited. For information or County Fax us your news! registration, call: (908)709-7600 Collogo or email [email protected] tnmlmiU • IRufetk • MaMfc (732) 574-2613 SnhfcPWu B-4 Record Press January 30, 2004
9 Ladies Game Church offers grief workshop Volunteers needed Night at JCC Program is designed to help participants move beyond loss SCOTCH PLAINS — Area WESTFIELD — First dedicated professional with a The Grief Recovery workshop women are invited to go to the Congregational Church, located master's degree in counseling fee is $140 for the entire six ses- to staff suicide JCC of Central NJ at 1391 at 125 Elmer St., is sponsoring a from Seton Hall University. Martine Ave., at 7:30 pm. Feb. 26 sions; the workshop is offered at Grief Recovery Program begin- Burner has spent the past no cost to members of First for an evening of fun and games. ning Feb. 9 for a six-week period. Learn the newest craze, eight years offering individual Congregational Church. The sessions will be held and group counseling to clients As one participant said, This prevention hotline Bunco, the hottest dice game around, or try your hand at every Monday evening from 7:30 suffering from significant and course totally enriched my life WESTFIELD — Did your New Year's resolutions include to 9 pm. The public is cordially tragic losses, both in the corpo- and now I know that I can move mahjong and Scrabble. Bring invited, and First becoming more involved in the community? Here is an opportuni- friends or meet them at the JCC rate and private sections. on from the pain to a more mean- ty to make a difference in the lives of area residents by donating to share savory appetizers and Congregational Church is wheel- Burner's own experience with ingful life." just eight hours of time each month as a CONTACT We Care vol- sweet treats — take a break chair accessible. the tragic loss of her daughter, as All are welcome. Area resi- One of the least acknowledged well as other major loss events, unteer. from television and exercise that dents who have experienced a CONTACT We Care volunteers are trained to staff our 24-hour brain. and least addressed concerns in set her on the road to explore loss and want to move beyond our society today is grief, the nor- ways to grieve and complete her crisis hotline providing confidential crisis intervention, reassur- The fee is $18 per person; reg- grief, are encouraged to call the ance and support, and information and referrals to callers ister by calling Susan mal and natural reaction to loss. losses. This learning inspired her church at (908) 233-2494 or Carol Burner, a Certified to help others move beyond their throughout New Jersey. CONTACT is also one of three crisis cen- Lemerman at (908) 889-8800, Carol Burner (732) 562-8565 for ters that responds to (800) SUICIDE calls in New Jersey. ext. 205 no later than Feb. 12. Grief Recovery Specialist, will pain to live richer, more fulfilling additional information or to reg- present the program. She is a lives. For over 29 years, highly-trained volunteers have staffed the ister. CONTACT crisis hotline, providing crisis intervention, reassur- ance, support, and information and referrals 24 hours a day. Volunteers complete a comprehensive 50 hour training program, preparing them to respond to the needs of the callers. Trained vol- unteers also staff the Care Ring Program, an outreach service providing daily reassurance calls to the homebound elderly and To my disabled. Don't Buy a Piano! The CONTACT training program consists of 12 interactive f classroom sessions followed by an internship period that includes Until You Know The Answers To the completion of nine shifts on the line with an experienced hot- ALENTINE, line volunteer. Training will strengthen the volunteer's listening These 5 Questions and problem solving skills, and increase knowledge and aware- 1. What's in the warranty? With totfe... ness of issues surrounding grief, depression, mental illness, abuse, 2. How to know a good value? and suicide. "It is not necessary to have a background in psychol- 3. What features are in quality pianos? • Fine Perfume ogy or social work to volunteer at CONTACT We Care," said 4. What FREE products & services do I get? Program Director Mary Kelly. "We have volunteers of all ages and 5. Which make and model is best for my needs? • Large Assortment Of from all walks of life." CONTACT We Care will begin its spring training program on Hallmark Cards Feb. 24 at the First United Methodist Church in Westfield, run- FREE Seminar and Sale Event ning a morning and evening class each Tuesday through May 22. Select From 112 Pianos at • Valentine Candy Morning classes will be .held from 9:30-12:30, and the evening class from 7-10. Savings Up to 62% off Retail • Fine Chocolates Volunteers have a great deal of flexibility and can schedule their shifts to fit in with busy work and family schedules. lh > • Unique Gift Giving Ideas Statistical analyst Nancy Levine reports that the volunteer com- Seminar - February 5 - 7:30 to 9:30 pm mitment to staffing the hotline telephones totaled 8,000 hours in Sale - February 8th - Noon to 5:00 pm 2003. Previews by Appt. Only Feb. 6"1 & 7lh What are the dynamics of a volunteer commitment like this? At Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ "Volunteers finish their four-hour shift knowing they have made For Your FREE Ticket a difference — knowing that their reassurance and support has a definite impact on the hotline callers as they struggle with a wide caii Vienna Tiano Co. variety of difficult situations," said Executive Director Katie 243 East Broad Street, Wcstfield Feeks. 8O0-837-3899 H1O7 • Steinway • Yamaha • Baldwin • Kawai For more information, or to register for the spring class, call the • Everett • Checkering & More (908) 232-6680 CONTACT office at (908) 301-1899 or email Mary Kelly at [email protected]. Email lnfogvlennaplano.com for more information Free Gift Wrapping • We Deliver SAIN I BARN A B A S 11 I A I I II ( A R I SYS I I M Children's will offer As Union County's newest comprehensive surgical center, The Center for Surgery at parenting Union Hospital offers today's most advanced surgical services and technology. workshops the New MOUNTAINSIDE — Children's Specialized Hospital will offer a four-part parenting With surgical suites equipped with state-of-the' workshop series March 11, 18, egpfor Surgery 26 and April 1. Each workshop art technology and surgeons skilled in will be held at Children's Mountainside facility, 150 New liUnion Hosoii&l the latest medical techniques, including Providence Road, from 7 to 8 laparoscopic, nrthroscopic nnd endoscopic . p.m. Cecelia Hall, a Licensed procedures, our patients receive breakthrough Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family medical procedures, all close to home. Therapist and Board-Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, will present the pro- gram. Located within the hospital setting, patients are Information can be found in libraries, on the Internet and afforded the full services and expertise of the television, but the special value of a parenting workshop lies in entire Union Hospital team. The surgical the energy, interaction and realistic application of the experience, from admitting to recovery to selected information. The work- shop will focus on topics related discharge, is situated in one central location, to to: the value of play, parenting styles, behavior unsure our patients the finest care. management/discipline, for example, and will explore areas of interest for the parents who participate. With its advanced capabilities and patient- The workshop is intended for early childhood interests, friendly design, The Center for Surgery is a including pre-school and early school age children. significant advancement for Union County and A registration fee of $45 for the series is required. For infor- allows us to deliver an outstanding level of care mation or to register, call (908) to the more than 10,000 surgical patients who 301-5488. An affiliate member of the depend on us annually. Robert Wood Johnson Health System, Children's Specialized Hospital is the largest pedi- atric rehabilitation hospital in the United States. The hospital At Union Hospital, provides specialized care for children with chronic illnesses no surgery is minor as well as evaluation and treat- ment for common childhood when us yours. developmental concerns at 10 sites statewide including inpa- tient hospitals in Mountainside and Toms River. Children's cares for patients from birth to age 21, providing a wide array of medical, devel- opmental, educational and rehabilitative services. The hospital offers centers of excel- lence in Brain Injury, Spinal SAINT BARNABAS Cord Dysfunction, Educational and Rehabilitation Technology, HEALTH CARE SYSTEM Respiratory Care and Union Hospital Ambulatory Services. Fax us
1.888.SBHS.123 WWW.SAINTBARNABAS.COM your news! (732) 574-2613 rimetime January 29 & 30,2004 B-5 BEST BETS WSO concert will wash away winter blues Reeves-Reed shows photographs by Burns Delius, Gould and Brahms are on the agenda for the acclaimed orchestra Feb. 7 Photographer Marie Burns turns her eye on the American For those seeking an escape Morton Gould, continuing this and stimulates our sensitivities ing interpretation shows his located at 140 Mountain Ave in West — forests, mountains, from the winter blues, the year's WSO retrospective, and with rich, lush, sensuous musi- genius for color and composi- Westfield Ticket prices are $25- deserts, historic missions, coast- Westfield Symphony one of the seminal musical fig- cal colors," Wroe said. tional ingenuity within the pop- $60, with discounts available line and unusual flora — in Orchestra's February concert ures of the 19th-century, Taken from his opera 'A ular idiom of the time, leading for students and senior citizens. "From the Rockies to the Pacific," has been orchestrated to trans- Johannes Brahms. Village Romeo and Juliet,' writ- to his fame of the 1940s and Tickets for the 8 p.m. concert an exhibit on view now at the port audience members with "This concert is, in part, an ten in 1901, 'Walk To Paradise 50s. may be purchased by calling Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 even the most entrenched dol- exploration of lost sounds; Garden' encapsulates his The concert will close with the WSO office at (908) 232- Hobart Ave. in Summit. drums to a philharmonic para- musical languages and person- unique language, speaking of Brahms' giant First Symphony. 9400. Bums' work will hang in dise. alities that blazed the trail in love, tenderness and intimacy Brahms waited until the peak The $25 tickets may also be Wisner House at Reeves-Reed On Feb. 7 this highly- their own time, but have been with colors that pre-dated the of his career before embarking purchased at the Westfield until March 8. The photographs acclaimed orchestra, under the overshadowed by such giants as jazz ballads of the 1940s and on the first of his four sym- Symphony's ticket outlets: in are for sale; a portion of the pro- direction of Maestro David Brahms, whose First Symphony 50s by decades." phonies. It was greeted with Westfield at the Symphony ceeds will benefit the Arboretum. Wroe, will perform its winter closes our program," Wroe Gould's "Lincoln Legend" spectacular acclaim by both Office, Lancaster Ltd., Town There is no charge to the see concert at The Presbyterian explained. takes as its inspiration, the Brahms' champions and detrac- Book Store and Evelyn Dunn's the exhibit. Wisner House is open Church in Westfield. The con- Delius' orchestral master- Civil War song "When Johnny tors, and was called Gallery; in Cranford at Martin to the public weekdays from 9 cert will feature works by the piece "Walk to Paradise Comes Marchin' Home." Unlike "Beethoven's 10th" for its bold, Jewelers; in Scotch Plains at a.m.-3 p.m. English Impressionist Frederick Garden" opens the concert. his more famous "American masculine and sweeping style. Beautiful Things and in For more information call (908) Delius, the American composer "Delius' music gently massages Salute," however, Gould's brood- The Presbyterian Church is Summit at Frog Hollow. 273-8787. Author will appear at Scotch Plains Library Annual symposium The Scotch Plains Public Library announces the appear- ance of local author, Cynthia is a paradise for Graham, 2 p.m. Feb. 7 for book discussion and signing of her new book "Nothing is Lost in the Spirit" serious film buffs Graham's story has been called "a resounding epic...that will Event opens Feb. 23 at Loews Mountainside rekindle your inner being" by the TV Literary Forum. Books will be Imagine seeing a major motion ed by John Crowley; "The available from the author that picture before anyone —- then the Ladykillers" with Tom Hanks and afternoon for purchase. lights come up, and there in front Marlon Wayans, directed by Joel The Scotch Plains Library is of you are the creators of the film, Coen; "Laws Of Attraction" with . located at 1927 Bartle Ave., one ready to answer questions and Pierce Brosnan and Julianne block from Park Avenue in the discuss their work. Moore, directed by Peter Howitt; center of town. Programs are reg- This is the experience the "Man On Fire" with Denzel ularly scheduled for adults and Filmmakers Symposium brings to Washington and Christopher children. audience members. Widely Walken, directed by Tony Scott; For further information or praised as one of the best film "The Notebook" with Ryan directions, call (908) 322-5007. series in the world. Filmmakers Gosling and Joan Allen, directed Symposium has hosted 951 movie by Nick Cassavetes; The Exhibit at Palmer premieres in the past 12 years. Reckoning" with Paul Bettany This year, Filmmakers and Willem Dafoe, directed by , shows spirit, strength Symposium will take place at two Paul McGuigan; "Sex Is Comedy" * "Combining Spirit, Culture and area locations: Loews with Anne Parrillaud and Resilience," an exhibit of bean Mountainside on Monday Gregoire Colin, directed by sculptures, drawings and paint- evenings starting Feb. 23, (second Catherine Breillat; "Since Otar ings, will be at the Donald B. session begins April 7); and Left" with Esther Gorintin and Palmer Museum of the Springfield Loews Monmouth Mall on Nino Khomassouridze, directed Free Public Library from Feb. 13- Tuesday evenings starting Feb, 24 by Julie Betuccelli; "Supping March 18. An artist's reception THE ALPHORN ENSEMBLE OF NEW JERSEY WORKSHOP FOR THE ARTS, Pictured from left to (second session begins April 8). Down Life" with Lili Taylor and will be held 1-4 p.m. Feb. 14. right: William Carter, Lynne McCabe, Matthew Forman, Dr. Theodore K. Schlosberg, Dr. Martina For information Guy Pearce, With his artwork, Shawn Dray Struck, and Walter Metzger. or to register, call directed by Toni Robinson strives to portray (800) 531-9416. "The series will always Kalem; "Spartan" images of spirituality, strength The series is with Val Kilmer, and pride. He uses a wide variety open to anyone, be flexible in order to Derek Luke and of materials, both traditional and A new home for Alphornists but seating is take advantage of William H. Macy, non-traditional, to create multicul- limited, so early opportunities as they directed by David tural and universal expressions. Theodore K. Schlosberg, director of New Jersey trained violinist who plays associate first Alphorn, enrollment is Mamet; "This So- As an artist and writer, Workshop for the Arts Alphorn Ensemble, recently biiechel and jazz trumpet. She founded the group advised. arise. Wonderful surpris- Called Disaster" Robinson infuses his artwork, formed an organization for Alphornists throughout "Alphorn Phenomenon which performed for Swiss Subscription is es and fantastic celebri- with Sean Perm, plays, folk tales and poems with the world. The organization is known as The tourism at the "Swiss Peaks" festival in New York $131 for six Nick Nolte and the universal themes of faith, love International Alphorn Society. in 2003. She is Swiss and holds a Ph.D. in weeks or $249 for ties can pop up out of Sam Shepard, and resilience. He earned a degree The mission of IAS is to "enrich lives by provid- Biochemistry and is employed by a pharmaceutical 12 weeks, plus nowhere, so I try to keep directed by in African American studies from ing opportunities to develop and encourage a company. $20 registration the schedule as fluid as Michael Rutgers University in New greater appreciation of the Alphorn instruction Walter Metzger began studying piano at age 7, fee. Almereyda; Brunswick. and performance," Schlosberg said. the cello in fifth grade and later added tho guitar. Confirmed possible." "Troy" with Brad A resident of Jersey City, The purpose of the Society is to promote an Metzger began the study of the Alphorn with Dr. films and those — Chuck Rose Pitt and Peter Robinson owns Dray's Exhibits, interest in the Alphorn, provide workshops and Schlosberg three years ago and plays principal under considera- OToole, directed LLC. instruction in Alphorn playing, provide solo and third horn in the ensemble. He has family ties to tion for the upcoming spring ses- by Wolfgang Petersen; and The Donald B. Palmer Museum ensemble performance opportunities and maintain Switzerland. sion include: "The Clearing" with "Zntoichi" with Beat Takeshi and is located in the Springfield Free a library of the Alphorn repertoire. William Carter, principal fourth horn player, Robert Redford and Helen Tadanobu Asano, directed by Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Membership in IAS will consist of two cate- started playing the trumpet in grade school then Mirren, directed by Pieter .Ian Takeshi Kitano. Springfield. Hours of the exhibit gories — Active members (those who play the switched to tuba in high school and college, Brugge; "Danny Deckchair" with Oscar winners and nominees are Monday, Wednesday, and Alphorn), and associate members those who are Carter was a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. army, interested in promoting the Alphorn. spending 10 years in Germany where he learned Rhys Ifans and Miranda Otto, Danny Aiello, Alan Arkin, James Thursday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and directed bt Jeff Balsmeyer; Cromwell, Frank Darabont, Jean- Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 All members will receive the following benefits: to speak German and became familiar with the a quarterly newsletter, discounted instructional culture and costumes. He is now retired and "Dogville" with Nicole Kidman Pierre Jeunet, Richard a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday hours and James Caan, directed by Lars LaGravenese, John Sayles and are 1 to 3:30 p.m. workshops, accessories, clothing, music and instru- spends his time playing the tuba in the 1 ment discounts when available, solo and ensemble Hawthorne Fire Department Band and studying von Trier; "Ella Enchanted* with Marc Shaiman have joined Suzy For more information, call Anne Hathaway and Cary Elwes, Amis, Dylan Baker, Bob Balaban, (973)376-4930 performance opportunities, a calendar of events, the guitar. access to the music library, an annual membership Matthew Forman is a freshman at Wardlaw- directed by Tommy O'Haver; Jim Breuer, Al Franken, Ethan list, hat pin and membership card, website Hartridge School in Edison. He is assistant third "Envy" with Ben Stiller, Jack Hawke, Famke Janssen, Delroy Miniatures on display announcements, debut original compositions and horn and has appeared with the ensemble for the Black and Rachel Weisz, directed Lindo, Derek Luke, David Morse, invitations to participate in competitions. past three years. In 2002, he attended the by Barry Levinson; "Final Cut" Viggo Mortensen, Mary Kay Sunday in Newark The NJWA Alphorn Ensemble has performed at Academy for Alphorn in Montreux in Switzerland with Robin Williams and Jim Place, Kevin Smith, Fisher The Winterland Expo of Ann the New Jersey State German Festival at the PNC where he was assigned first horn second principal Caviezel, directed by Omar Nairn; Stevens, David Strathairn, Henry Werner's World of MiniMania Arts Center, on television on the Food Channel horn featured as a soloist. Forman was placed in "Godsend" with Robert DeNiro, Thomas and Wendy Wasserstein Miniature Doll Show and Sale and Nickelodeon, for the Masons, in community the advanced course in Switzerland. He is a resi- Greg Kinnear and Rebecca as guest speakers who will come will be held Sunday in the grand arts and craft festivals in Westfiefd, Metuchen, dent of Scotch Plains. Romijn Stamos, directed by Nick to share their insights with ballroom of the Holiday Inn Hotel Somerville, at international festivals and art Lynne McCabe is the newest member of the Hamm; "Hidalgo" with Viggo Symposium participants. at Newark International Airport. shows, and at holiday events in Westfield. ensemble. McCabe was trained by Schlosberg in Mortensen, directed by Joe Symposium director Chuck '• The Holiday Inn is located at Schlosberg initiated the Alphorn Workshop in flute, saxophone, trombone, string bass and Johnston; Tli Sleep When I'm Rose promised, "The series will ; 160 Frontage Rd. next to the 1998; it later evolved into the highly proficient Alphorn. She is assistant third horn in the ensem- Dead" with Clive Owen and always be flexible in order to take Sheraton (Exit 14 of the NJ NJWA Alphorn Ensemble. Schlosberg has ble. McCabe studied piano at age 8 and banjo and Charlotte Rampling, directed by advantage of opportunities as Turnpike). Hours are from 10 appeared at the United Nations in New York twice guitar as a teenager. She has played trombone Mike Hodges; and "I'm Not they arise. Wonderful surprises a.m.-4 p.m. General Admission is and has performed in commercials for Ricola, and tenor saxophone in the NJWA Concert Band, Scared" with Aitana Sanchez- and fantastic celebrities can pop $6 for adults and $3 for children. He performs in festivals for organizations as an the Union Municipal Band, and The Music Studio Gijon and Dino Abbrescia, direct- up out of nowhere, so I try to keep For directions call the hotel at Alphorn soloist and in special events. Schlosberg Jazz Band. She is the registrar of The Music ed by Gabriele Salvatores. the schedule as fluid as possible. (973) 589-1000. The website teaches Alphornists privately and conducts work- Studio at New Jersey Workshop for the Arts. Other movies may include "In the past two years, we pre- address is www.worldofminima- shops for preschool through senior citizens in the Anyone interested in learning more about the "The Intended" with Olympia miered 91 movies which later nia.com. Alphorn and the instruments of Switzerland. International Alphorn Society should call (908) Dukakis and Janet McTeer, earned a total of 38 Oscar, 44 Miniatures and dolls from arti- The six charter members of the International 789-9696 ext. 17 at the New Jersey Workshop for directed bt Kristian Levring; British Academy, 33 Golden sans throughout the United Alphorn Society are Martina Stuck, a classically the Arts in Westfield, New Jersey. "Intermission" with Gillian Globe, and 50 Independent Spirit States will be on display and Murphy and Colin Farrell, direct- Award nominations." available for purchase. Auditions upcoming for summer conservatory Free percussion/poetry performance on tap at UCC Paper Mill Playhouse's On Feb. 12, Union County College in Kulintang gong music, Southeast Asian with Buster Smith, Vernel Fournier, and lished and appears in many antholo- Summer Musical Theatre Cranford will be host to the first event gong music, jazz and avant jazz with Milford Graves. gies, including "Short Fuse," "Third Conservatory, designed for aspir- of the 2004 World Music Concert Series. various ensembles, and has improvised Edwin Torres is a "lingualisualist" World," "Heights of the Marvelous,'"'An ing theatre artists between the The event will feature virtuoso percus- music in the New York downtown scene. from New York City who has collaborat- Anthology of (New! American Poets," ages of 10 and 18, will hold audi- sionists Susie Ibarra and Roberto Ibarra can be heard on various ed with a wide range of artists for many and "Aloud." His compact disk "Holy tions by appointment Feb. 7 and Rodriguez and New York Slam Poet recordings with John Zorn, Pauline years, challenging the perceptions of Kid" was included in The Whitney Feb. 14 at Millburn Middle School, Edwin Torres in an afternoon of music Oliveros, Derek Bailey, William Parker, what poetry accomplishes when given Museum's exhibition, "The American Old Short Hills Road in Millburn. and spoken word. and Dave Douglas. She currently per- some wings .and love. Century, Part II." Tuition for the Senior The show will be held 11 a.m.-l p.m. forms with her group, the Susie Ibarra Torres has taught and performed His books include "Fractured Conservatory is $1,600 for the in The Commons on the College's Trio with Jennifer Choi & Craig Taborn, across the United States and overseas, Humorous" and "The All-Union Day of five-week session; while the Cranford Campus at 1033 Springfield as well as with Mundo Ninos with beginning his poetic life at the famous the Shock Worker." Torres is co-editor of Junior and Junior Plus Ave. The event, which is free and open to Roberto Rodriguez, and Electric Nuyoricnn Poets Cafe. He has since the poetry journals "POeP!" and Conservatory is $990 for the five- the public, is made possible by a grant Kulintang with Craig Taborn, Trevor received poetry fellowships from the "Rattapallax," both from Rattapallax week session. The August Dunn and Roberto Rodriguez. Intensive Program is $525 for the from the Union County Foundation and Now York State Foundation for the Arts Press. three-week session. Entry is by CEPAC of Union County College. She received a music diploma from and The Foundation for Contemporary For directions to the Cranford audition only. Susie Ibarra of New York City is a Mannes College of Music and degree Performance Art, and he serves as a Campus of Union County College, call percussionist and composer of experi- from Goddard College. Ibarra has stud- board member of The St. Mark's Poetry (908) 709-7000. For more information ! For more information or to Project. schedule an appointment call mental and avant-garde music. As a per- ied percussion with Daniel Druckman on this performance, call (732) 745- (973) 379-3636, ext. 2133. cussionist, she has performed Filipine and Filipine Kulintang and drum set Torres' work has been widely pub- 6751. B-6 prime time! January 29 & 30, 20Q& : Lenga's Nancy Ori receives work on county Heart Grant. to document gardens display at Nancy J. Ori of Berkeley where flowers bloom, shrubs and Heights, well-known local photog- herbs are arranged in artful pat- rapher and educator, has recently terns, where havens have been Malamut received a Heart Grant (History, created for peace and quiet, places Education and Arts, Reaching where the plantings help to Sheilia Lenga of Union will Thousands) from the Union reduce stress, where one can hold her second solo exhibit of County Board of Chosen watch wildlife and relax, while photographs in the Les Freeholders to help create photog- inhaling the fragrance of the flow- Malamut Gallery in the Union raphy at local garden sites. ers. Public Library on Morris Ori's project is to create a body "Since 1970,1 have traveled Avenue. of photographs made within a throughout the world working on Since her first show in the small part of The Garden State," various photographic and video gallery, seven years ago, Lenga namely Union County, which will projects which has given me the has traveled extensively and be exhibited at project's end. The opportunity to explore many pop- developed an unusual and keen project will provide a balance of ular and cherished places. I have perspective of her subjects. images between the four seasons discovered that right here in my Thus the title of the exhibit, as well as the basic elements of own backyard there are wonderful "Odyssey with an Open Eye" is turf, wood and water, reflecting sites to photograph and images to very apt. Sheila Lenga's photography will be on display beginning Saturday at the Les Malamut Gallery at the variety of local public and pri- share. I proposed this and four The show will open with a the Union Public Library. vate garden designs and architec- other Heart Grant projects over» reception 2-4 p.m. Saturday. ture. the last six years in order to best pursue her true love - photog- the Cranford/Millburn Camera Hope, PA. Some of the garden spaces volunteer my skills to benefit my The exhibit will continue raphy. She has since studied at Club; the NJ Center for Visual She has been featured in through March 10, The public shown can be found adjacent to own community, and have since the New School of Social Arts; the Photographic Society group exhibits at the Westfield historic sites and are open to the been inspired not only by the is invited. Research and many photo- of America; and the National Art Association; Watchung Arts Although Langa has been a public, such as Liberty Hall interesting subject matter and . graphic workshops across the Museum of Women in the Art Center; NJ Photo Forum; Museum in Union, Reeves-Reed history of New Jersey, but also by photographer since she was a country. Her solo exhibits have Diversity Arts Gallery, and the the beauty of its child, her father, a famous Arboretum in Lenga still pursues her love appeared at Children's Arts Center of Rahway. Summit, the land." artist, wanted her to become a of music and is a board mem- Specialized Hospital, The Les Malamut Gallery is pianist. She studied at the Cannonball "/ have discovered that Ori is recog- ber of the New Jersey Jazz Mountainside; the Westfield open during regular library Museum Gardens nized internation- Juilliard School of Music and Society. She is also on the Art Gallery; Jewish hours, Monday to Thursday in Scotch Plains right here in my own performed concerts with her ally as an indus- board of many Photographic Community Center of Edison; from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on and the backyard there are won- trial photogra- violinist brother, Mark. organizations; the Westfield Art NJ Workshop for the Arts; the Fridays and Saturdays from 9 Shakespeare derful sites to photo- pher and video After marriage and raising Association; the New Jersey North Edison Library and a.m. to 5 p.m. The library Garden at Cedar producer for New three children she was ready to Federation of Camera Clubs; Traders of the Lost Ark, New phone is (908) 851-5450. Brook in graph and images to Jersey Media Plainfield. share." Center in Simply Berkeley Heights. defined, a garden — Nancy Ori She also enjoys is a plot of land photographer teaching photog- for the cultivation ^— raphy classes At Arts Guild, painters look into the mirror of flowers, vegetables, herbs and workshops each year throughout; "The Face in the Mirror," an red chalk drawing completed sometimes hard or harsh look at The self-portraits include oil fruit, when the creativity of man the United States and Europe. * exhibit of artists' self-portraits when he was quite old. Dutch themselves and their lives dur- and acrylic paintings, traditional intervenes with Mother Nature She is on the faculty of the will be on view at The Arts painter Rembrandt Van Rijn ing key areas of their career and and non-traditional photograph- and creates orderliness. The space New Jersey Center for Visual Arta^ Guild of Rahway from Feb. 15 to completed no fewer than 50 self often difficult lifetimes. ic prints, mixed media, construc- is laid out with flowers, trees and in Summit, Peters Valley Craft < •» March 12. There will be an open- portraits, showing himself in The 11 artists featured in the tions and encaustic paintings. ornamental shrubs and used for Education Center in Layton, the * ing reception 1-4 p.m. Feb. 15. many striking costumes, from a "Face in the Mirror" at The Arts Regular gallery hours are: recreation or display. Somerset Art Association in Admission is free. homely young man of 18 to a tri- Guild of Rahway represent a Wednesday, Friday, and Said Ori, There is certainly a Bedminster, the Morris Museum Since the revitalization of the umphant elder artist, even an continuation of this tradition. Saturday 1-4 p.m.; Thursday 1-3 lot of cross over between land- in Morristown and the Watchung' art of painting during the image of himself as a silly, per- Each has produced numerous and 5-7 p.m. Appointments are scape and garden photography, Adult School in Watchung. • • Renaissance, artists have been haps even slightly senile old self-images during their careers. also available for school visits but for me garden photography is In 1990, she established the painting and drawing the man. Each self-portrait reflects the and large groups. The Arts Guild more about smaller controlled New Jersey Heritage Photography human figure. It has not been Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, attitude of self-inquiry into the of Rahway is located at 1670 spaces and close-ups. Some are Workshops, which she holds each unusual since then for artists, Eugene Delacroix, Vincent Van artist's life, times, and career. Irving St. in downtown Rahway romantic in style and provide a spring in Cape May. And in 1995, ' especially as students, to paint Gogh, and Paul Cezanne all cre- The old adage says that the and is accessible by the strong contrast to the local towns; she co-founded the New Jersey '"'!' or draw their own image. ated images of themselves. In eyes are the windows of the soul. Parkway, Turnpike, Routes 1 some are bold forms or use an Photography Forum, a group of^"- Many mature artists have contemporary times, English For these artists, the look into and 9 and Route 27 (St. Georges empty space as an aesthetic professional and very serious produced remarkable or memo- painters Francis Bacon, Lucien their own eyes and the outer Avenue). organizing element; most are amateur photographers who get rable self-portraits also. Freud, and David Hackney have mask typifies their reflections on Call (732) 381-7511 or e-mail planned or contain artistically together regularly to critique each Michelangelo portrayed himself all produced self portraits dur- the image that they project to artsguild 1 670fa eatherlink.net for composed plantings, while some other's work and exhibit together" as a flayed skin being beaten on ing their notable careers. the outer world as a glimpse of information. Visit online at provide a very formal element." locally. a rock by a demon in his Last Some self-portraits by these their inner life. www.rahwayartsguild.org Ori has spent the last few For information on other Judgment in the Sistine Chapel. great artists have become well- Artists featured in the exhibit The Arts Guild of Rahway is months doing some research on exhibits and workshop schedules, ' He also used his features on the known master works. Yet many are Francesca Azzara, Lawrence a non-profit multidisciplinary the sites and has begun photo- call (908) 790-8820. figure of Nicodemus in an unfin- were, as often as not, produced Cappiello, Sarah Davis, Time center for the arts offering art graphing the numerous locations. If you have access to a public ..,, ished Pieta grouping he worked as a kind of journal of the self: Gaydos, Gary Godbee, Nicholas exhibits, jazz and other musical Her artistic selection of subject garden or own a private garden on late in his career. an inquiry into the internal life, Imaplli, Owen Kanzler, Neal performances and a series of art matter for the exhibit will be that you would like to be part of ".. Leonardo DaViaci left a pow- the psyche or character of the Korn, Leonard Merlo, Nicholas classes and workshops for all determined by the best summary this project, call Ori at (908) 790? * erful study of his features in a artists who were taking a cold, Rosal, and H. 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Transfiguration'' by Richard Strauss. • Soviet'nonconformlsr art, to Admission $69-$17. Related lecture March 21. Top musicians help 1:45 p.m. • "Something to Treasure" in chil- ROMEOtJUUET dren's book art, to April 18. what to do! 8 p.m. Feb. 6,13; 2 p.m. Feb. 8, 15 • "Public Appearances: Nicholas Music Center, Rutgers Manipulating Images of Power," to CDC bring 'Smoky University, New Brunswick June 27. PC SHOW TlMfttf (732) 932-7511; mgsa.rutgers.edci • Theater posters "Beyond the New Jersey Convention Center, • The tragic romance, set to music Limits of Socialist Realism,* Feb. 7- NOW PLAYING Raritan Center, Edison by Charles Gounood and sung in July31. joe's Cafe' to stage GEORGE STREET PLAYHOUSE (800) 631-0062; www.pcshows.com French (with EncjNsh supertitles) by 9 Livingston Ave.. New Brunswick • Hardware, software, peripherals Beginning Feb. 6, the town of Cranford and will be grooving to (732) 246-7717; www.geofgeatplay- Opera at Rutgers. Admission $20- Galleries and such, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 7, 8. $10. ^the sounds of Jerry Lexber and Mike Stoller's awanj-winning songs rMxne.org CULTURAL AND HERITAGE Adults $10 Saturday. $8 Sunday; RUSSIAN NATIONAL ORCHESTRA in the Cranford Dramatic Club's (CDC) first musical of 2004. • "Agnes of God." religious-flavored GALLERY ages 5-12 $3. 8 p.m. Saturday. Jan. 31 "Smokey Joe's Cafe" was nominated for eight Tbny Awards on thriller by John Piefcneier. To Feb. 1. County Administration Building, 2< State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave.. Broadway, and represents the premier rock and roll songwriters of Admission $46428; discounts avail- Grove St., Somerville Concerts New Brunswick the pre-Beatles era. The show is based around 40 songs that are able. Cal for showtimes. (908)231-7110; CHINESE SPECTACULAR (877) STATE 11; www.statethe- timeless and are recognizable by all, and were sung by some of the PHMJPJ.LEVM THEATER www.co.somerset.nj.us 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8 atreni.org greatest performers of that era — "Hound Dog " "Love Ftetion #9 " Rutgers University, 85 George St., Open to the public 8:30 a.m.-4:30 State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., • The "Festive Overture* by Dmitri rrYakety Yak," "Stand By Me" and Mailhouse Rock," among them! New Brunswick p.m. Monday-Friday. New Brunswick Shostakovich; the Piano Concerto The energetic band for CDC's production is comprised of seven (732) 932-7511; mgsa.rutgers.edu • The Manipulated Polaroid: Four (908)803-4529 No. 3 of Bete Bartok; "Symphonic local New Jersey residents who bring a wealth of talent to the • Two Gentlemen of Verona," Views," to Jan. 30. • Music, comedy and dance to mark Dances" by Sergei Rachmaninov. show. Some of the recognizable names include Kathy Goffof Shakespeare comedy. 8 p.m. Jan. ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION the Year of the Monkey. Admission Admission $50-$25. Related lecture 7 Crosswicks. the percussionist, who toured internationally with this 30, 31, Feb. 3-7; 2 p.m. Feb. 1. CENTER S100-S20. p.m. «how as well as across the United States. Admission $20-$10. 190 Lord Stirling Rd., Basking Ridge KMtLL GERSTEIN WARREN VACHE/BHJ. CHARLAP ;„- Jazz recording artist Joe Elefante, a native of Summit will be PAPER MLL PLAYHOUSE (908) 766-2489; www park.co.somer- 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 Jhe keyboard player for this show. Many will have heaid Joe's own Brookside Dr., MWbum set.nj.us Crossroads Theatre. 7 Livingston Somerset County Vo-Tech, Vogt Dr., group, The Joe Elefante Band, which has recorded several CDs and (973) 376-4343; www.papermW.org Open to the public 9:30 a.m.-4:30 Ave., New Brunswick Bndgewater performs in Montclair. • "The Tale of the Allergist's Wife,* p.m. every day. Free admission. (877) STATE 11; www statethe- (908)781-0470 Other band members include Eric Refsdal on guitar, Rob Goetz New Jersey premiere of comedy by • "Nature Through a Child's Eye," to Jr atrenj.org • Trumpet player (former) and pianist qn saxophone, Tom Nichols on drums, Mike Gabriel on synthesizer Charles Busch. To Feb. 8. Admission Feb. 15. S67-S30; discounts available. Call for • Pianist from Russia. Admission (latter). Admission $15 in advance, and Mitch Kolesaire, band director, on bass. $25. $20 at the door. MASON GROSS GALLERIES "I think the audience will appreciate hearing the rich sound showtimes. Rutgers University, 33 Livingston VILLAGERS THEATRE THE IMPROVABLES that a group of professional musicians can play in a show like this, 8 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 7 Ave., New Brunswick and for the first time, the band will be highly visible, as we are 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset Dance (732) 932-2222; mgsa.rutgers.edu (732) 873-2710; www.villagersthe- Watchung Arts Center positioned on a stage seven feet in the air," said Kolesaire. Watchung Circle, Watchung CHI Open to the public 10 a.m.-4 p.m. "Smokey Joe's Cafe" opened on Broadway on March 2,1995 and atre.com 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 Monday-Friday. • They're Playing Our Song." musi- (908) 753-0190; closed on Jan. 16,2000. Its 2,036 performances made it the longest www.watchungarts.org State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., • "eRacism,"to Feb . 5. cal comedy by NeH Simon. 8 p.m. New Brunswick running musical revue in Broadway history. • Improv-style comedy show led by RARITAN VALLEY COMMUNITY Jan. 30, 31. Adults $18; seniors, stu- (877) STATE 11; www.statethe- "Smokey Joe's Cafe" opens 8 p.m. Feb. 6 and runs Fridays and Phil Hochman. Admission $5. COLLEGE dents $16. atrenj.org Saturday evenings at the same time through Saturday, Feb. 21. MIN KWON/SCOTT ST. JOHN Route 28, Branchburg • The Twelve Dancing Princesses," • "A new era in acrobatics" from Patrons are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance by calling 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 (908) 218-8876; www.raritanval.edu adapted from a Grimm's Fairy Tale of Shanghai, China. Admission $38- the box office at (908) 276-7611. Tickets are $18, with an addition- Watchung Arts Center, Watchung Open to the public 3-8-p.m. Monday; al discount for seniors. that title. Noon and 3 p.m. Jan. 31, $20. noon-3 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday; 1-8 Feb. 7; noon Feb. 1,8. Admission $6. Circle, Watchung The club is located at 78 Winans Ave. in Cranford. (908)753-0190; p.m. Wednesday. www.watchungarts.org MusMiins • "Independent Study" in student art, For Kids • Pianist (former) and violinist (tat- JANE VOORHEES ZHMMERLJ ART to Feb. 6. Reception 6-8 p.m. Jan. LET MY STORIES TELL YOU ter) perform sonatas from Prokofiev, MUSEUM 30. WHO I AM Ravel and Strauss. Adults $12; stu- Rutgers University, 21 Hamilton St., SOMERSET ART ASSOCIATION 1 and 3:30 p.m. Feb. 8 dents $5. New Brunswick 2020 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster New opera group (908) 234-2345; Theatre at Raritan Valley LA TR AVI ATA (732) 932-7237; www.zimmeriimuse- Community College, Route 28, 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 um.rutgers.edu www.somersetart.org -' Branchburg State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave.. Open 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday- Open 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday- "•' (908) 725-3420; www.rvccarts.org New Brunswick Friday, noon-5 p.m. Saturday- Thursday. 9:3Oa.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday-' to hold auditions • Black History Month program Sunday. Guided tours of the collec- Saturday. (877) STATE 11; www.statethe- The New Jersey Concert Opera performances of their operas. with Charlotte Blake Austin. atrenj.org tion 2 and 3 p.m. Sunday. Free • Members'juried exhibition, Feb. ' company, a new entry into the "Our goal is give young com- Admission $9. • Verdi opera, sung in Italian (with admission for members. Non-mem- 13. local performing arts scene, has posers a taste of being commis- English supertitles) by the Teatro ber admission: adults $3, Rutgers SWAIN GALLERIES announced its upcoming 2004 sioned to write a work with specif- Events Lirico d'Europa. Admission $47-825. faculty-staff-students and those under 703 Watchung Ave., Plainfield Season will start with Menotti's ic constraints that is achievable," GARDEN STATE HOME 4 GAR- Related lecture 7 p.m. 16 free. Free admission for all the (908) 756-1707 ' Open 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday- °, The Old Maid and the Thief" in said Lynch. "The result is an opera DEN SHOW METTA QUINTET first Sunday of the month. February, and every other month Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. ' that can be enjoyed as well as per- Garden State Exhibit Center, I-287 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 • Art songs with Marielaine wfll bring an opera in concert form formed by children and small per- Mammon, 1 p.m. Feb. 1. • Christmas miniatures, to Jan. 30. ' from a wide and varied repertoire. Exit 10, Somerset Crossroads Theatre, 7 Livingston forming groups. Each year a new (800) 332-EXPO; Ave., New Brunswick • The Musical Book Talk" with Judy WATCHUNG ARTS CENTER The company plans to put on at fairy tale story will be selected and Freeman, 3 p.m. Feb. 1. Watchung Circle, Watchung '' least six operas a year from the will result in building operatic www.macevents.com (877) STATE 11; www.statethe- • Now in its 15th year, 1-9:30 p.m. atrenj.org • "Art and de Sol," 5:30 p.m. Feb. 5. (908) 753-0190; existing repertoire and produce repertoire appealing to the young • Viva St. Petersburg!" images of www.watchungarts.org .; ah(I perform new operas by and young at heart." Feb. 6.10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Feb. 7,10 • Jazz ensemble of four men and a a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 8. Adults $9; ages woman. Admission $20. the Russian city, to Feb. 1. Open 1-4 p.m. Monday, Thursday, •• American composers. The upcoming 2004 season will • "Newer Genres" (20th anniver- Friday and Saturday. "We plan to be a repertory com- include: The Old Maid and the 12-17 $6; ages 11-under free. NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY NORTHEAST MOTORCYCLE ORCHESTRA sary, Rutgers Archives for • Chinese brush painting, Feb. 2- ','. pany where talented players and Thief," "Der Freischutz " The Printmaking Studios), to March 21. 28. Reception 2-5 p.m. Feb. 7. ,, suigers from highly-skilled ama- Fairy Queen," "Pirates of EXPO 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1 teurs to pros can have more oppor- Penzance," "Suor Angelica," and Garden State Exhibit Center, I-287 State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., tunity to perform rarely-performed "Amahl and the Night 'Visitors.'' Exit 10, Somerset New Brunswick or standard operas to brand new Friday evening performances (877) BIKEXPO; www.nemotorcy- (800) ALLEGRO; IT'S ALWAYS PARTY TIME works, "said Olive Lynch, founder. will be at the United Methodist cleexpo.com www.njsymphony.org •f... "By eliminating the expenses and Church in Westfield, and Sunday • Another high-torque event in • A violin concerto from Brahms; logistical issues related to staged afternoon performances at Central Jersey, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. "Accompaniment to a The productions, we will be able to Crescent Avenue Presbyterian 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 1. Adults Cinematographic Scene" by take operas to multiple venues Church in Plainfield. The group is $15; children under 12 $6. Schoenberg; "Death and Kenilworth Inn throughout the state, provide negotiating with the Arts Center i&usicians with new performance in Ocean Grove for some summer qpjtortunities, and bring opera to performances. audiences who can't make it to big Tickets at the door will be $20, PARTIES OF ALL TYPES metropolitan centers or afford big and season tickets for three or six ||OW Luncheon or Dinner Affairs, Engagements, Rehearsal ojiera production ticket prices." operas will be available. NJCO Dinners, Weddings, Anniversaries, Cocktail Buffets, Sit Down *7NJCO plans to encourage new plans to offer a subscription series Hectptions, Repasts, Graduations, Pool Panics, Picnics, and mart! opera works in a very real way. 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Fields Restaurant, Teenagers can sample all that the 56th show from the parents, 550 Springfield Ave., Westfield. JCC of Central NJ*s fitness facili- teachers and staff of Washington To register, call (908) 233-2930 by ty has to offer 1-4 p.m. Feb. 8. School in Westfield. 8 p.m. Feb. 2. Mini-classes in spinning, step Roosevelt Intermediate School, aerobics, martial arts, self- 301 Clark St. $8. Continues 2 and defense, yoga, SCUBA, and dance, 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31. (908) dance revolution (DDR) will be 232-5900. THURSDAY open to teens ages 13- 18 only. * Certified nutritionists and per- FEB. 5 sonal trainers will run workshops The volunteers at RSVP can help the disabled and the elderly prepare tax returns. MUSIC HISTORY LEC- about body image and nutrition, SATURDAY TURE — with an emphasis on personal fitness plans, and the Beatles, by Vincent Bruno. weight training (teens must be 14 For help with taxes, call RSVP JAN. 31 Presented by the Friends of the or older to use the weight room). RABIES CLINIC — provided Cranford Public Library. 7:30 Door prizes and free samples of The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Tax assistance will begin after Feb. 1 and run by the Westfield Regional Health p.m. At the Cranford Library, 224 fitness, health, and beauty prod- (RSVP) sponsored by Community Access until April 15 at the following sites: Vauxhall Department. 2:30-4 p.m. Walnut Ave. Free and open to the ucts will be distributed. Unlimited will again offer free tax assistance for Library, Union, Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.-l:30 p.m., Westfield Veterinary Group facil- public. '. Advance registration and a Union County citizens who earn less than $34,000 call (908) 851-5451 for appointment; Union ity, 562 Springfield Ave., permission form signed by a par- per year, are disabled or elderly. The program has Township Senior Center, Thursdays, 9 a.m.-l Westfield. Free, and no appoint- ent are required by Feb. 2. The fee been offered in past years and has been a great p.m., call (908) 851-5290; Clark Nursing and success. The free service will begin in February at ments are required. (908) 789- FRIDAY for JCC members is $20; non- Rehab Center, Clark, Mondays 9 a.m.-l p.m., call 4070. members pay $30. various sites in Union County. (732) 396-7100; Rahway Senior Center, Rahway, Call Lisa David, director of RSVP volunteers who completed the IRS and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9 a.m.-l p.m., for FEB. 6 teen services, at (908) 889-8800 New Jersey State tax training include Jutio Rahway residents only, call (732) 827-2016; GIFT AUCTION — fundraisr ext. 253 or send email request for Zambrano of Elizabeth, Nick Chomuk of Union, Community Access Unlimited, Elizabeth, SUNDAY er for Mother Seton Regional receiving necessary forms to Bakhtyar Saeed of Elizabeth, John Herrmann of Mondays, 9 a.m.-l p.m., call (908) 354-3040, ext. High School Doors open 6:15 p.m. [email protected]. Mountainside, Rob 111 of Westfield, Nelson 371; Roselie Public Library, Roselle, Thursdays, 9 FEB. 1 Valley Road, Clark. Admission The JCC of Central NJ is a Claypoole of Cranford, Anita Zappula of a.m.-l p.m., call (908) 245-5809; and the Elizabeth LABYRINTH WALK — par- $7, advance tickets are $5. constituent agency of the United Springfield, Jim Nixon of Westfield, John Italia of Public Library, 115 South Broad St., Elizabeth, ticipate in the ancient spiritual •SEABISCUFT — screening Linden, Joe Yee of Springfield and Dick Campbell Saturdays, 9 a.m.-l p.m., walk in, no appointment Way and the Jewish Federation of of Rahway. ritual. 1-4 p.m. First of the acclaimed film kicks off the Central NJ. necessary. Presbyterian Church, 11 Fanwood Memorial Library's Springfield Ave., Cranford. (908) Friday Film Festival. 7:30 p.m. 276-8440. (908) 322-6400. OPEN MIC/KARAOKE NIGHT — at The Internet Lounge. 7 p.m. 256 South Ave., SATURDAY Fan wood. No cover charge. (908) Eliminate Unsightly 490-1234. FEB. 7 GROUNDHOG DAY CELE- BRATION — with an opportuni- BLOOD DRIVE — hosted by ty for kids to make a groundhog the Garwood Knights of craft. 2-4 p.m. Miller-Cory House Columbus. 9 a.in.-2 p.m. Knights Museum, 614 Mountain Ave., Council Hall, 37 South Ave., Varicose Veins! Weatfield. (908) 232-1776. Garwood. (908) 789-9809. SOUPER BOWL — youth of COMEDY NIGHT — a bene- First Baptist Church will collect fit for the Make-A-Wish dollar bills in soup pots after the Foundation, sponsored by the The Muhlenberg Vein Center service as part of a national effort Garwood Knights of Columbus. 8 to raise funds for the hungry. 170 p.m. 37 South Ave., Garwood. offers new procedures for Elm St., Westfield. (908) 233-$25; age 21 and over only. (908) 2278. 789-9809. Varicose Vein Removal SUPPORT GROUP — for MOM-DAUGHTER NIGHT those who are over 45 and wid- — at the JCC of Central New owed, divorced, or never married? Jersey. Watch "Freaky Friday" No Hospitalization • Minimal Discomfort 9 a.m. First Baptist Church, 170 and give each other a manicure." Elm St,, Westfield. All are wel- 7-10 p.m. 1391 Martine Ave. $14 Faster Recovery come. $2 donation. (908) 889-for a mom-daughter pair. (908) 5265 or (908) 889-4751. 889-8800, ext. 235 or 218. Over 25 million Americans suffer from varicose veins—those unsightly bluish, swollen veins in the leg that are not only TUESDAY SUNDAY embarrassing— but can cause pain, swelling, even severe FEB. 8 itching and ulcers. But now, surgeons at the Muhlenberg Vein FEB. 3 GREATER WATCHUNG TEEN FITNESS DAY — at Center can eliminate varicose veins through new minimally NATURE CLUB — group will the JCC of Central New Jersey; invasive procedures that offer less bruising, less scarring and meet to discuss a members visit Mini-classes in spinning, step to the Yucatan Peninsula. 8 p.m. aerobics, martial arts, self- a faster recovery. The innovative treatment options are less Mountainside Municipal defense, yoga, SCUBA, and painful and allow patients to resume their normal day-to-day Building, New Providence Road dance, dance revolution (DDR) activities rapidly. at Route 22 in Mountainside. will be open to teens ages 13- 16 'GRUB WITH THE GUYS' only. 1-4 p.m. 1391 Martine Ave. — breakfast gathering of men JCC members $20; non-members For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact from the First Baptist Church of pay $30. (908) 889-8800 ext. 253 Westfield. 6:45 a.m. Scotchwood or [email protected]. - the Muhlenberg Vein Center today at Diner on Route 22E in Scotch Plains. For more information, call 732-632-1526 908-233-2278 or e-mail firstbap- COMING UP [email protected]. GRIEF RECOVERY PRO- GRAM — sponsored by First Congregational Church of Westfield. Six-week program begins Feb. 9; continues 7:30-9 MUHLENBERG REGIONAL FEB. 4 p.m. Mondays. 125 Elmer St. BLOOD DRIVE — sponsored $140. (908) 233-2494. MEDICAL CENTER RICHARD RODGERS — a by the Westfield/Mountainside discussion of the great American Chapter of the American Red songwriter featuring a group Cross. 3-8 p.m. 321 Elm St., sing-along, led by Professor SOI AKIS ill -A I J II Westfield. For more information, Donato Fornuto. At the meeting (800) NJ-BLOOD. of the College Women's Club of Cranford. 7:45 p.m. Feb. 9. First Presbyterian Church, Springfield Ave., Cranford. Free and open to the public. (908) 276- 3579. CRANFORD/MILLBURN CAMERA CLUB — Ben if- Venezio will present a slide show on "Desert Dreams" at the orga- nization's meeting. 7:30 p.m. Feb. Free Checking. Perfected. 9. Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. FREE SPINAL SCREEN- ING — by Dr. Joseph Dilorio, presented by the Westfield YMCA. 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 9. 220 Clark St., Westfield. (908) 233- 2700, ext. 251. Unlimited perfection! CHOLESTEROL SCREEN- Unlimited checking with no minimum balance. 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Cranford UniteC Methodist Church, 201 E Lincoln Ave. (908) 889-0019. CHARITY BALL — to bene fit Center for Hope Hospice anc Valley National Bank Palliative Care in Linden, anc honoring Arthur Hynes of Hynei Jewelers in Cranford. 7 p.m. • www.valleynationalbank.com 1-800-522-4100 midnight Feb. 21. L'Affaire Route 22 East, Mountainside $50. For tickets or more informa. O 2004 Valley National Bank. Member FDSC. tion, call (908) 486-0700. January 30, 20O4 Record Press G-1 Sports MURPHY'S LAW Precisely Devils picking win Sunday's county winner MacNeil leads THE RECORD-PRESS For some reason being a sports balanced team editor and having the freedom to write a column every week imme- diately brings with it the credibili- performance ty of being able to make accurate predictions. THE RECORD-PRESS This unearned authority nearly got me fired earlier this fall when I After winning the Union accurately picked only two games County Relay Championships in the weekly office pool. Because I earlier this month the Westfield got 12 wrong, the publisher High girls track team rode a bal- marched over to my desk early anced team performance and a Monday morning and berated me dominating effort in the 880 yard for being an idiot and an embar- race to capture the Union County rassment. Championships Monday in This was the first season I Elizabeth. entered a weekly pool of picking Westfield totaled 52 team winners against the spread and it points to win the championship was a humbling experience. I was over second-place Plainfield, who defeated by people who simply scored 41 points. Elizabeth was went left-right-left-right down the third with 39 points and Scotch sheet, those who picked by color of Plains was fourth with 29. uniforms and others who claimed The Blue Devils trailed by as Brian Griese was one of the five much as 24 points midway best quarterbacks in the NFL. through the meet, but a 1-2-3 fin- I entered the pool thinking it ish in the 880 and a victory in the was going to be a walk in the park mile relay helped propel them to and ended up getting left out to the team championship. pasture. Emily MacNeil (2:31), Annie But, like complaining about Onishi (2:31.2) and Meg Driscoll player salaries, ticket prices and (2:31.9) swept the top three places the decline of fundamentals in in the 880 for 24 team points in today's game, it is the duty of a the one race. As impressive as the sports columnist to make a Super performance was, it was some- Bowl prediction. I've decided to fol- thing the Blue Devils were count- low the advice of college basketball ing on, after finishing 1-2-4 in the commentator Billy Packer in a JOHN FEI/RECORD-PRESS CORRESPONDENT race last year. quote I found on my Official 365 Charlie Bach! pinned ROMII* Park'* Jesse Milara Saturday night to help the Raiders knock off the defending Union County Tournament "We have a really good 4x800 Sports Facts-a-year Calendar champs 32-24. "Often wrong, never in doubt." this year," said Head Coach Jen Buccino. "1 felt very confident Still shaken from my dreadful about the 800. All three of them regular season performance, I have stepped it up this year. But I decided to turn to an old reliable knew that race alone wouldn't be system tweaked and fine tuned to Raiders defeat Roselle Park enough to win it." perfection over the years to remove any doubt from my mind, the one MacNeil helped secure 28 system I knew could provide me Patrick Mineo's gutsy performance clinches win over county champs points for the Blue Devils over the the right answer. course of the meet, but it was the The dart board. blood time, and Mineo was able to finish the "This is huge," said Francavilla. "We train depth and balance of the team Okay, it may not be the Vegas- THE RECORD-PRESS match, scoring a late takedown to secure an 8- all year just for this match. We knew that it that propelled Westfield to victory. recommended formula, but it has 2 win and clinch the match for Scotch Plains. was a big rival and it would be close this year. "Everybody pulled together to be better than what I can SCOTCH PLAINS — Looking to send a "That was just amazing," said Scholz. "We We train hard every day, six days a week. It's and worked for it," said Buccino. muster sifting through box scores, message and declare itself the favorite to win knew what we could do there, I knew Pat all heart. "Ja'Net (Tiller) stepped up to get matchups, Super Bowls past and this year's Union County Tournament, the could take care of the boy. We know we have a "We're feeling very confident about the into the final. Mika (Cruz) did the website after website. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High wrestling team bleeder on our hands and we've been trying to county tournament. We feel like we can come same thing in the hurdles. Allison Besides, I needed the exercise. was determined to do everything it had to in take care of that and we still had 1:20 left on out with six county champs or more and this Petrow really stepped up in the As the news conference order to defeat seven-time defending UCT the clock after we finally got him all fixed up. just puts our hopes up higher. shot put. Everybody performed announcing the premature firing champ Roselle Park Saturday night. I was hoping and praying the whole time, bit- "We know who the top teams are (at the well (Monday) night." of Byron Scott played in the back- That spirit and determination was never ing my fingers and mouth making sure he UCT) and one of them is Roselle Park," said Deenie Quinn surged down the ground, I divided a piece of paper more evident than in the final match of the wasn't going to bleed again. Scholz. "We know what we did here and the stretch to take third in the two- in half, pinned it to the board, evening when freshman Patrick Mineo over- "But Patrick wasn't going to lose that kids have to believe in themselves and do the mile in 12:45.9. Tiller set a school closed my eyes and flung 38 darts, came a nose that wouldn't stop bleeding for an match. He works so hard in the wrestling same things they did tonight Friday and record in the semifinals of the 60 in honor of Super Bowl XXXVIII. 8-3 victory to clinch a 32-24 win for the room and he's one tough character. He Saturday at counties. yard dash (7.4) and finished fifth Keep in mind because my eyes Raiders. deserves all the accolades. He is by far our "Roselle Park does a great job and I take in the race in 7.7. MacNeil added were closed, not all the darts found "Roselle Park is big rivalry for us, to beat wrestler of the match." my hat off to them. They find ways to win the a second place finish in the 440 the board. So, with the Patriots them in front of our home crowd and how With both Patrick and Stephen Mineo county tournament and get guys through. I (1:04.1). Cruz had a breakthrough holding a 13-12 lead after 37 rowdy it was was fantastic," said Head Coach weighing in at 130, Scholz was able to get the performance in the semifinals of think this is the fuel for the fire. I think we the 60 yard hurdles, but fell in the throws (with 12 darts having John Scholz. "We have a lot of wrestlers of the matchups he desired at 130 and 135, as should be able to get the county title. We're chipped paint off the wall) the 38th match and (Mineo) was the top dog there." Stephen opened the match with a 12-6 win final and finished sixth. yellow-tailed dart sailed through ready for it." Petrow set Westfield's second With Scotch Plains leading by five points and Patrick closed it out in dramatic style. The Union County Tournament will be Feb. the air and landed on Carolina, going into the final match, the only way for But Mineo wasn't the only one who turned school record of the day, throwing improbably tying the score at 13- the Raiders to lose was to have Mineo make 6 and 7 at Union High School. Scotch Plains the shot put 35 feet 3 3/4 for a in a gutsy performance in a match where crowned four champs last year, but finished 13 an4 forcing the first overtime in an uncharacteristic mistake to get pinned or every point counted. Stephen Mineo (135) and sixth place finish and MacNeil, dart throwing prognostication his- second to Roselle Park, 257-220.5. Driscoll, Cruz and Onishi teamed get disqualified. Early in the match the Scotch senior Eric Connelly (140) opened the match Scotch Plain* 32, ROMII* Park 24 tory. Plains freshman's nose began to bleed and it with wins for a 6-0 lead and Andrew Silber 135: S Mineo. S, dec. Delaurentis, 12-6 to win the one-mile relay in Using NFL overtime rules, and didn't seem like it was going to stop. (171 pounds) and Charlie Bachi <189) scored 140: Connolly, S, dec. McDermunt, 6-3 4:31.3, besting Scotch Plains by not the more fair and balanced col- 145: Capone, HP, pinned Watson, 4:51 1.2 seconds after the Raiders won Mineo took a 2-0 lead after the first period consecutive falls to put Scotch Plains ahead 152: Coyt. S, dec. Disano, 6-2 legiate overtime rules, the 39th and built a 5-1 lead after two periods, but the 21-11 after seven matches. 160: Garrison, RP, dec, Nudelt. 20-5 (TF 5:59) the title at the county relays. dart of the day decided it all, land- match was constantly being halted to try to After Marc Fabiano recorded a 6-4 win at 171: Silber, S, pinned Wright, 2:56 Mary Shashaty placed second ing on the Patriots side of the stop the blood running from his nose. 189: Bacht. S, pinned Milara, 2:39 in the two-mile (12:30.9) for 215 to extend the lead to 24-11, Roselfe Park 215: Fabiano, S, dec Aravena, S-4 paper (and very close to a bullseye, The Scotch Plains coaches and trainers won four straight matches to tie the score at HWT: Bouhoufsos, RP, dec. Loomis. 8-2 Scotch Plains. Aja Bundy placed I might add), giving New England tried everything in their power to stop it, 24-24. Scotch Plains senior Derek Francavilla 103: Biatt. RP, dec. DeNichilo. 8-1 third (1:05.6) and Meaghan Kelly a dramatic 14-13 victory. going as far as to wrap tape around his head then dominated Ross Soabs, scoring a 15-0 112; Swick, RP. dec. Gano, 5-3 was fourth < 1:06.0) in the 440 for So, since I am not one to stand 119: Blackford. RP. Ferrara, 12-3 the Raiders. Kim Appezzato was and nose and having him wear a face mask. technical fall to put the Raiders up 29-24 and 125: Francavilla, S, dec. SoaDs. 15-0 (TF 5:51) in the way of scientific discovery, They used up 3 minutes, 40 seconds of the setting the stage for Mineo's heroics. 130; P Mineo. S. dec, Signorello, 8-2. fifth in the 880 f2:37.2). here is my prediction for the Super Bowl. Carolina will take an early 7-0 lead but New England will go up 10-7 by the half Carolina will kick two second half field goals to Right now is the ideal time to put fish on ice forge a 13-10 lead but the Patriots' Adam Vinaticri, the most clutch By MANNY LUFTGLASS true-strain muskie onto the ice. It trolling Rapalas from the surface anglers out on the ice fishing. kicker in the NFL, will tie the RECORD-PRESS CORRESPONDENT GONE FISHIN went 46 inches in length — WOW! down to 80 feet. Two browns and Moving further up Van Syckle game in the final minute to force Then on Jan, 21, John eight rainbows hit the Scoreboard. Road, you come to a small area the first overtime in Super Bowl If you really, really like to go ice water action that took place during Fernandez and Lou Marcucci Four of the 'bows were Round where six to eight cars can park, history. fishing, this is the time to do it — the middle to latter part of January fished for a few hours in the after- Valley Trout Association-stocked and at this site, quite a few ice guys at Lake Hopatcong, the most popu- The Patriots will then win the right now. noon and could only manage a few Kamloops fish and his best taped do their tiling with tip-ups. Then coin toss, go against the better Of course, you still must careful- lar ice fishing lake in all of New little yellow porch. This was in deep out at 19 inches. we come to the park entrance ly check conditions before daring to Jersey, and as you probably know instincts of Marty Momhinweg the largest lake in the whole state water between Pickerel Point and Ice fishing reigns supreme in where some fellows head to the and choose to take the ball, march step out on the hardwater. Clearly, Omaha Beach. Two days later, Lou the Garden State and for two other boat ramps and walk out, cutting down the field and win the game ask the nearest tackle store person as well. On Jan. 11, Jim, Pete, Dave and and John were out with two friends spots, I suggest you head up to holes for their tip-up "flags" to be on another field goal by Vinatieri, to find out what their opinion is of and hunkered down in Davis Cove, Budd Lake in Morris County where flapping, signifying that a critter is the second Super Bowl-winning the thickness of the ice. One false Joe fished all day Trnhtegt Hillary Klimowicz scored 21 »-CI !3&l), 15 Cl 3} Gal. points and grabbed seven rebounds loci 39 Gal Wimiwiai« for the Raiders and Lisa Levonas Riier SaM« and Lauren Belden each had five Up. V\ 5/04 points for the Cougars. S O 2" x 60-Ydi. Gtwrd Pwpost Scotch Plain* (63) detns tough sals like Russell 2-0-0-4, Kiimowicz 8-0-5-21, Burke 5- Maiding Topt E>P. 2/15/04 grease, oil and mote HnstHMttnttii O0-10, Gitooly 1-1-0-5, DeCatakJo 3-0-0-6, Eu. 2/29/04 Feeley 4-0O-8. Friess 1-0-0-2, Benovengo 1-0-1- 3. Smith 1-0-0-2, Zazzalli 0-0-2-2. Totals: 26-1-6- 63. Scotch Plains 1720 19 7-63 Cranford 611 4 9-30 Scotch Plains 61, Irvington 43 — Maura Gillooly poured in 12 points in the first quarter to pace the Raiders to a 21-7 lead on its 4' IWk) Pick FtuofMcsnt 2S' 11- Tap Kuan way to a 61-43 win over Irvington 40W color corrected cool white H -.riW't) yilkiw sidekick Jan. 22. Gillooly finished the game lubes. E 563 6*6 F9 E«p 2/29/M usmonMoastrw* mtutsi Eip. 2' 15/04 with 20 points, six rebounds and five steals. Scotch Plains (81) Russell 3-0-1-7, KkmowiK 5-0-2-12, Burke 2- 0-2-6. Gillooly 7-1-3-20, DeCataWo 2-0-2-6, Feeley 1-0-3-5. Friess 2-Q-1-5. Zazalli 0-0-O-0. Totals: 22-1-14-61. Scotch Plains 21 10 8 22 - 61 2-Pk. 6 Irvington 7 9 12 15-43 Light Sticks BOYS SWIMMING Scotch Plains swept the relays and won 10 of 11 races to defeat Plainfield 99-69 Jan. 22. Sn/Jy 'utuM P&Qtf 50 yard free: Callands, P, 25.29 EJQ. 2/15/04 100 free: David Hauptman, S, 54.93 200 free: Mike Miller, S, 2:05.70 500 free: Mike Miller, S, 5:57.32 100 breast Mike Sheffield! S, 1:12.53 28-0z. Calcium, lime & Ru»t 100 fly: John Sheffield. S. 58.51 Hemover 100 back: Mtke Fargna. S, 1:03.35 200 tM: Deryck MkkJIeton, S, 2:21.19 Warded Steel 200 tree relay: S (J Sheffield, Miller, Middeton, LsminaledPadtoc* S^rure valuables D. Hauptman). 1:47.92 Warded steel 400 free relay: S (J. Sheffield, Parana, Dan padlock has Nieto. Matt Miller), 3:59.46 Standard 200 medley relay: S (Fargna, Milter, M. HALOGEN Sheffield, Alan Neuhausser), 1:57.08. GIRLS SWIMMING The Raiders cruised to their eighth win of the season 93-64 over Plainfield Jan. 22. lamp 1 AppBici Pfcg-la. Tta»tr 50 yard free: Meral Akyuz, S, 27.40 Two on and two off settings per day. 125V 100 free: Brittany Larkin, S, 1:02.21 for indoor use only. E 325 621 B!2 200 free; Courtney Veeck, S, 2:24.37 500 free: Mary Marsan, S, 5:56.25 100 breast- Jillian Murphy, S, 1:24.63 74' Pdmyri Putt) Broom DC 6SW Spot or FiOOIf BllUl 100W Halogtn Ftoodltflht 100 fly: Corean Shelton, P, 1:17.62 oruDa. 60* UHt KcJung nr 1,1 For Indoor and outdoor use 100 back: S. Howard. R no time 2000-hour life E797OWB6 200IM: Corean Shelton, P, 2:53,61 200 free relay: S, (Erica Bloom, Haley Middeton, Rebecca Koransky, Meral Akyuz) 2:02.81 400 free relay: S (Courtney Veack, Lauren Haertfine, Lauren Fox. Jess Cavanagh) 4:32.87. g Gdvariztrf 200 medley relay: S (Amanda Cameron, Kate Sfttl Sflwhorit Kosenk*, Knsten Henkels, Morgan Larkin), 2:11.90. tm coupon S Legs lock for eitrDstobility. 2" Foam Brush < Hortic Flashlight Supports 1000 lbs. WRESTLING r,t Ml icih or , (i.lw1*rl|.^|l. Ksiff l( kni mild Utfvti itl B 5 , rust resistant. The Raiders captured their 11th l_ 830 643 EIP. 2/15/04 win of the season with a 57-16 win HowtfcoW AnaUd Ir over Linden Friday. HWT: Orr, L, dec. Loomis SO 103: Denictiillo, S. pinned Rodriguez, 1:39 WHILE YOUR E HERE! 112: Gana, S, pinned Pisarski, 1:33 Westfield Lumber & Home Center Check Out Our 119: Ferrara, S, prnned Cafestne, 2:27 125: Cooper. L. pinned Olson, 2:43 130: Maieo. S, won by forfeit BENJAMIN MOOUE 135: Mineo. S, won by forfeit. 700 North Ave. E.( Westfield, NJ 07090 140: Connolly, s, pinned Horzepa, 5:10 PAINT LM 145: Walson. S, dec. Rendesos, 54. 152: Coyt. s, pinned Meikle. 1:02 ICE MELTERS • SNOW 160: Aosolu, L, dec. Shell, 7-2 (908)232-8855 7n<£Vaeu& 171: SieskowsW, L, dec. Williams, W) Help Is Just Around Tlie Corner 189: Badil, S. pinned Dutto, 3:09 21S: Fabiano, S, won by forfeiL January 30, 2004 Racord Press Student-athletes Scouts get to be honored at hands-on lesson Hot Stove dinner in karate Karate N Motion's Owno ELIZABETH — The Union Maddox, who was an outstanding Team performed at County Baseball Association will player at Union High School in the Evergreen School In Scotch honor a number of student ath- mid-1960s. Maddox received the Plains recently for Cub Scout letes, including a Cranford High Chris Zusi Memorial Award from Pack 34. The Scouts not only School alumnus, during its award the Union County Baseball watched the performance, ceremonies Feb. 8. Association in 1974 and was voted but participated In the hands- Among the young award win- into the Union County Baseball on event. The Cub Scouts ners will be Matthew Poskay, a Hall of Fame in 1996. learned some basic karate) graduate of Arthur L. Johnson In addition to the scholastic moves and even broke some High School in Clark; Jessica award winners, the Hot Stove boards during the event. Ballweg, a graduate of Union League Baseball Dinner will also Shown are Cub Master Fred Catholic High School in Scotch honor four new members of the Rosado (top left comer), Plains; David Drechsel, a graduate Union County Baseball Hall of Grand Master Alan Simma of Cranford High School; and (top right comer) and the Fame: Stanley Jakubowski, who children from Evergreen's Roselle Park High School soft hall compiled a 23-1 record while at teammates Erin O'Callahan, Becky Cub Scout Pack 34 and Union High School and later Karate N Motion's Demo Riccitelli and Amanda Strahan. became a pitching coach for the Team. The students will be honored for Texas Rangers; George Lewis, who their achievements in sports at the batted over .400 as a catcher for 68th Annual Hot Stove League Rahway High School and later Dinner beginning 1 p.m. at the played in the Boston Red Sox L'Affaire Banquet Center, 1099 chain; Bob Murawski, a former Route 22 East, Mountainside. The catcher for the Thomas Jefferson dinner is sponsored by the Union High School team in Elizabeth who County Baseball Association in played in the New York Giants County announces winter sport guidelines: cooperation with the Union County baseball organization; and Bill The Union County Board of Suggested sledding areas the course, there are many designated skating areas at the; Board of Chosen Freeholders and Simo, an All-State catcher for Freeholders has invited county include Briant Park in Summit; areas that are considered too discretion of the Union County- the Union County Department of Thomas Jefferson High School and residents to visit the Union Echo Lake Park (the Springfield hazardous for this use. Police, based upon the ratio of Parks and Recreation. a minor leaguer with the Detroit County Park System for the pur- Avenue end) in Additionally, with $4.7 million ice hockey skaters and non-: Tigers who coached teams in New Poskay will receive the Chris pose of enjoying seasonal activi- Westfield/Mountainside; Lenape of renovations to the course hockey skaters, proportionate to; Providence and Summit and now is Zusi Memorial Award for ties. Winter sports including Park in Cranford (away from the complete, protecting the turf the size of the skating area. It is- a tophig h school basketball refer- Outstanding Male Athlete in cross-country skiing, sledding water); and Unami Park in and the investment made in this the county's intention to provide- ee. Union County. He distinguished and ice skating are permitted in Garwood. All areas are unat- area is a priority. adequate ice area for the enjoy-.' himself in football and lacrosse at Admission to the awards dinner several locations, weather, snow tended and used at the patrons' Snowboarding and sledding ment and safety of all skaters. ; Arthur L. Johnson High School and is $35 per person, with proceeds and ice conditions permitting. own risk. are also prohibited at Ash Brook The Department of Parks anid; is now a nationally-ranked lacrosse going' to help fund the Union Cross-country skiing will be Residents should note that and Oak Ridge golf courses. Recreation reserves the right to* midfielder in his sophomore year at County Summer Youth Baseball allowed at the Ash Brook and toboggans, bobsleds and other Along with skating at the cancel winter sports at any park! the University of Virginia. League for youngsters age 8 to15 , Oak Ridge Golf courses and at non-steerable devices are county's ice rink at Warinanco at any time if the conditions •( Jessica Ballweg will receive the and the newer Fall Teen League. the Watchung Reservation (con- strongly discouraged, and park Park, many lighted and non- the park are such that the saf«-; Joseph R. Lombardi Memorial Since 1937, the annual Hot ditions permitting), but there is supervisors may suspend sled- lighted options for ice skating in ty of the public is in jeopardy. '.• > Award for Outstanding Female Stove League Dinner has been the no location in the park system ding activities if there is not natural areas are available. For additional information^ Athlete in Union County. She primary fundraising effort for the suitable for downhill skiing enough snow on the hill or if Signs announcing the suitabili- regarding winter sports, call tha played basketball and soccer on Union County Baseball activities. there are severe ice conditions. ty of any natural area for skat- Department of Parks anid; championship teams at Union Association's summer and fall pro- The Union County Park Children should be supervised ing will be posted. The public is Recreation at (908) 527-4900 onj Catholic High School and continues grams. System is heavily wooded, sits in at all times. Snowmobiles are urged to observe any restric- weekdays. ; • her successful career, now in her Tickets to the 68th Annual proximity to roadways and bod- strictly prohibited. tions, which are based upon the Information on natural ska^* junior year at Santa . Clara Union County Baseball Association ies of water and has other park Galloping Hill Golf Course is lake's ice thickness and other ing areas can also be obtained! University. Hot Stove League Dinner may be amenities that can be hazardous not available for 'winter sports safety concerns. by calling the County Police atj Drechsel will receive the obtained by calling (908) 527-4910. to sledders and snowboarders. activities. Given the terrain of Ice hockey is permitted at (908) 654-9800. \-> Edward Cooper Memorial Award for Most Valuable Scholastic Baseball Player. Drechsel was the Union County Player of the Year with the 2003 Cranford High School team, batting .435 with 16 stolen bases. He's now catching for the Lafayette College team in Easton, Pa. O'Callahan, Riccitelli and Strahan will share the Banyasz Brothers Memorial Award for Most Valuable Scholastic Softball Player. O'Callahan was chosen to the FVst Team All State in 2003, batting .325 as catcher for Roselle Park's Group One State Championship team. Riccitelli compiled a 24-1-1 pitching record and was also cho- sen to the First Team All State. Strahan was Roselle Park's regular third baseman, making only one error in 26 games, and was chosen to the Second Team All State. The special guest speaker at the awards dinner will be former Yankees and Mets veteran Elliott Follow these steps toge t use of a field WESTFIELD — The townan d school board recently issued guide- lines for requesing use of public fields. All requests for use of fields this spring are to be sent in duplicate to both the Board of Education and the Westfield Recreation Department by Feb. 13. Requests should include the specific field(s), dates, times, and purpose. 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I! balance remains on the account at the end ol the option period, the customer must pay the decades. Let us help you start your own family tradition. Grandmaster Roosevelt Pinkston accumulated interest will be teaching USA Tae-Kwon- Do, Zen-Nippon-Kudo and Sho- tae-kan Karate at Emanuel www.mayer-dBpaw.com Baptist Church, 1130 Lincoln Ave.t on Saturdays Jan. 31, Feb. 14 and 28, and March 13 and 27 We employ NATE-certified technicians from noon-1:30 p.m. -4CCK and are active members of ACCA. The first class will be funded by Pastor Thomas, and the follow- ^Jv GENERATIONS OF COMPOST- GENERATIONS OF TRUST • v ; ing sessions will be offered at a nominal fee as part of the church's Building Fund drive. All 309 Lafayette Av e n u e • K enilworth, New Jersey 0 7 0 3 3 are welcome. Call the church with any questions at (908) 233-2322. :, •*.- C-4 Record Press January 30, 2004 Blood Center of NJ seeks donations The Blood Center of Newmeet the needs of the 35 hospi- simple and iifesaving," said Historical group meets Sunday Jersey is asking residents to tals it provides blood to in the Daniels. "Please make a resolu- CRANFORD — Anne Pettigrew of Hillside, a six secondary schools in Union County where make a blood donation in area. "The dangerously low tem- tion to donate blood regularly tea expert, will talk about the history of tea the society's annual history award will be January if they are eligible to peratures, the snow, colds and flu this year." drinking and various teas now available at the awarded June 6 at the Fellowship Hall in the offset serious shortages. have all helped to keep donors Area blood drives are sched- first meeting of 2004 of the Union County Third Westminster Presbyterian Church pm The blood supply is very low away from blood drives," said uled for Saturday at Roselle Historical Society, to be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday North Avenue in Elizabeth. The students will right now," said Judy Daniels, Daniels. Park High School, 185 Webster be chosen by the school personnel. spokeswoman for the Blood An entire blood donation Ave., Roselle Park, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Hanson House at 38 Springfield Ave. Pettigrew has worked for several tea compa- The Union Count1 y Historical Society will cel- Center of New Jersey. "We have takes about an hour and includes and at the Masonic Lafayette nies. ebrate its 135" anniversary at 3 p.m. April 4 at had to cut down our shipments a mini physical of blood pres- Lodge, 1550 Irving St., Rahway, B.G. Fields in Westfield. Charles F. Cummings, to hospitals and the supply is sure, iron, pulse, health history Tea is one of the beverages which holds an 10 a.m.-2 p.m. important place in American history. The tax Newark historian and a columnist for the Star- critical." check, the actual blood donation, For more information or to Ledger, will be the guest speaker. The Blood Center needs to and a short rest and cookies. The levied on imported tea became one of the caus- sign up to donate call the blood es for the Revolutionary War. Cummings is noted for his tours of Newark have at least 170 local residents actual donation process takes center at 1-800-652-5663, eit. and his talks on New Jersey's history, and for donate every day to adequately less than 10 minutes. "It's safe, This area of New Jersey was well known for 140, or log onto www.bloodnj.org. its production of "Jersey Lightning," applejack, co-authoring several books and for assisting made from the famous apples grown in many authors in their research. He also teach- orchards. There were many cider mills. Soldiers es a course on Newark history at Newark Sunday is 'Souper' at First Baptist in the Continental Army were given a daily College of Rutgers University. He is assistant ration of whiskey and General George director of the Newark Public Library in charge WESTFIELD — On Super a nationwide effort known as In the spirit of the Souper Washington was known for drinking and serv- of the special collections and the New Jersey Bowl Sunday, youth at First "The Souper Bowl of Caring." Bowl, youth and adult members ing Madeira wine. Another beverage was beer Information Section. Baptist Church, located at 170 The Souper Bowl of Caring of First Baptist will join forces for made from fermented grain. The early settlers Reservations for the affair may be made with Elm St., will stand at the exits begin in a single South Carolina a Souper Bowl Service Blitz on who came from Europe were afraid to drink the Jean-Rae Turner, at P.O. Box 241, Elizabeth, NJ from the sanctuary after worship church youth group in 1990. Last Saturday. They will work on ren- water because so much of it was brackish and 07207-0241. Cost is $20. Checks should be to collect dollar bills in soup pots. year, 12,000 congregations gener- ovation of a kitchen for a unsafe to drink. made payable to the Union County Historical The money raised wilt be ated S3.6 million. Westfield resident. For informa- Society. donated to a local charity that For more information visit tion on church activities call The meeting also will include the selection of helps the hungry and hurting in www.souplerbowl.org. (908) 233-2278. 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Advance registration is inetist Leverett joins forces witl( * WESTFIELD — The Fred C. the unit provide educational required by Feb. 10; don't miss out bluegrass musicians to explore the • Rummel Foundation of outreach services to schools on these exceptional programs. shared musical spirit of two genres f Westfield has awarded a $5,000 throughout the state. More than The first program, "Middle literally worlds apart. grant to the Building Fund of 5,000 New Jersey students are Eastern Music: Lecture and Bluegrass tunes meet Klezmer the New Jersey Unit of RFB&D members. Performance" featuring John melodies front pre-war Russia and , Recording for the Blind & In 2003 the unit consolidated Vartan is 10:30 a.m. Feb. 20.Eastern Europe, some newly dia-' " Dyslexic (RFB&D) of Princeton. its operation, moving form sites Vartan earned his doctorate in covered. The resulting medleys The funds are to be used toward in Princeton and West Windsor 1984, and has been teaching at and improvisations are at once- the costs of relocating the unit's to Plainsboro. Kean University for 21 years. He raw, funny, melancholic and foot-*' facilities to St. Joseph's The Fred C. Rummel has six of his own albums, and has stomping. Leverett's clarinet, cry- Seminary in Plainsboro, and to Foundation provides grants to been recorded on more than 20 ing with sorrow or bursting with help convert its recording tech- organizations for human servic- others. shouts of joy, speaks with the high- nology from analog to digital. es activities, including organi- His special talent is performing ly inflected vocabulary of the great L on approximately 16 Middle players to whom the band pays RFB&D, a Princeton-based zations that provide assistance tribute. Coffee and dessert will be nonprofit, is the nation's educa- to youth, elderly and children Eastern musical instruments, including the tahr, kemenche, served. The fee is $18 per person; tional library for students who with disabilities. Special areas $10 for students/seniors. , cannot read standard print of interest include hospitals and doudouk, shvee, sring, and the oud, ; organizations that provide care collected while traveling through- For additional information effectively because of a disabili- out the Middle East. He will talk about these programs, call Nan ty. Founded in 1948, RFB&D and assistance to the elderly about the history and origin of Statton at (908) 889-8800, ext. 207. serves more than 117,000 stu- and to children with disabili- each instrument as well as play To register by mail, enclose check dents from kindergarten to ties. and sing along with each one. payable to the JCC of Central NJ graduate school and beyond Introduced in 2002, digitally Bagels and coffee will be served. anil send to Nan Statton, JCC of with its library of 93,000 record- recorded AudioPlus books on The fee is $5 per person. Central NJ, 1391 Martine Ave., ed textbooks. More than two CD allow students to navigate The annual "Saturday Night Scotch Plains, NJ 07076. thirds of RFB&D's members through a book by page, chapter have learning disabilities such or heading with the touch of a Patricia Burch Byers, trustee of the Fred C. Rummel Foundation as dyslexia. (left), presented a $5,000 check to Cynthia Hillas, board chair of Find support at First Baptist button, a significant advantage the New Jersey Unit of Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic The New Jersey Unit is home over analog cassette books that WESTFIELD — Are you over Other activities include winter; (RFB&D). The funds will help pay for the non-profit's move from 1 to one of 31 recording studios can only be navigated by fast- Princeton to St. Joseph's Seminary in Plainsboro and its conver- 45 and widowed, divorced, or movie nights, summer picnics, throughout the nation that forwarding or re-windir^ tape. sion from analog to digital recording equipment. never married? You don't have holiday get-togethers, and more. records material distributed by Students also can bookmark to be alone. The sessions take place in the the national library. Nearly 500 text selections in a digital text- format often require multiple 45 hours of recorded content. 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Anticipating an even greater STAFF WRITER R e i n m a n ' s encouragement, response in coming years, the BERNARDSVILLE — probed the school hosted an information Bernards High School junior newspaper session Jan. 7 for the parents of Lee Mimms perched at her desk reporter observ- eighth-graders interesting in flipping through the pages of ing the class enrolling in the program. Webster's for the definition of with questions Caravello reported a strong "blue." Her classmates eagerly about objectivi- turnout, with close to 40 par- looked on. ty in journal- ents attending. "A color whose hue is that of ism. Students enroll in the diplo- a clear daytime sky," Lee pro- "I've been ma program as llth-graders, nounced. Her classmates imme- pretty but the school encourages stu- diately began to critique the impressed with dents to plan early to fulfill for- definition. "What about Alaska them," Reinman eign language requirements in the winter time?" challenged said afterward. before their junior year. one student. GEORGE PACCIELLO/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER This year's crop of IB candi- Mark Reinman teaches the Theory of Knowledge "We encourage It wasn't an introductory art free participa- dates will receive their diplo- class, part of the International Baccalaureate mas in 2005. class. Or an obscure debate program at Bernards High School. tion. As long as club. It's a class titled Theory of they stay An IB diploma counts toward Knowledge, a recent addition to School Principal Lynn focused, interested and on task, college credits at some institu- Bernards High School's curricu- Caravello said the program was I'm happy with that." tions, among them Harvard lum, offered as part of the not established to specifically "This year we are conducting University and all public uni- school's newly minted cater to international students. an examination of the'knower,'" versities in Florida. This aspect International Baccalaureate "We put the program in place Reinman said, adding "It's not is a major selling point of the program. because of the respect the pro- heavy on evaluation." But the program, Caravello said. The program, which empha- gram has gained," she said. relative shortage of tests and "Students with an IB diplo- sizes a holistic approach to Theory of Knowledge written assignments hasn't ma enter Harvard as a sopho- learning, is the first of its kind instructor Mark Reinman start- attracted a class full of slack- more. You see the parents perk in Somerset County and one of ed Wednesday's class with a ers. Far from it. up when we mention that," only six in the state. simple question: "What is the "It's appealing at this stage Caravello said. Classes like Theory of relationship between language to the students who are a lot Bernards High School joined Knowledge entourage students and perception?" more academically-motivated," the ranks of Mendham, West said Reinman, and observation Morris, Newark Academy, tn.stretch their critical thinking And the 12 Bernards High GEORGE PACCIELLO/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER artd draw connections between School juniors who constitute of the class indicates his assess- Cherry Hill, and Hoboken high Lee MImms, a high school junior, listens Intently to a discussion in academic disciplines, according the program's pioneQr class ment is accurate. schools when it introduced the the Theory of Knowledge cslassl . to district officials. tackled the question with gusto. But school officials insist the IB program. Although the International By the end of the discussion program aims to be inclusive, "It's been enticing to people. ures on the program's startup Caravello said. She added that Baccalaureate program was ini- students had argued about the and they have opened IB class- It really does set us apart," cost, which included fees for as interest grows, students may tially established at interna- relative biases of math and his- es up to students who aren't on Caravellosaid. teacher training. opt to shift from the AP pro- tional schools to provide conti- tory curriculums, invoked the the IB diploma track. As many The program was instituted "I don't think the IB pro- gram to the IB program, keep- nuity for children in globe-trot- 11th amendment, lawmaker's as 65 students have opted to without hiring new staff, but gram is going to result in a ing the demand for teachers ting families, Bernards High definition of the census, French take advantage of classes Caravello could not provide fig- need for increased staffing," level. g& Moke This Valentine's Day \ Looking for Retirement Options or JCC parenting series continues: SCOTCH PLAINS — The The Early Childhood; A Special One At Early Childhood Department at Department at the JCC pro* Senior Care Providers? the JCC of Central NJ, located vides staff training throughout Order New LifeStyles today! ; at 1391 Martine Ave., in con- the school year and offers seveK junction with Jewish Federation al parenting courses to the pub* Martiq ftidjard Salop THE SOURCE FOR SENIORS of Central NJ, sponsored the lie. 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Nursirw FLOOR CARE eiperience required/ chemotherapy/ oncology PERSON experience a plus; no For cleaning co.. 2-3weekends or holidays; nights/week, must know Fax resume to Jean- 1M» TOYOTA CAMlYtf 20M DODGE DAIOTA MtlPOtDESCAKXLT 2001 JEEP 2000 TOYOTA RAM about stripping, waxing 90&608-1504. , ' v-6, auto, air, rVs, p/b, p/w, EXTRA CAR 4 dr, 4x4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, 4 dr, 4i4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, and buffing. We are CHEROKEE SPORT looking for a leader p/locki, p/scats, tilt, cruise, cass, auto, v-6, air, p/s, p/b, lilt, cruise, p/locks, p/seats, leather, tilt, 4 dr, 4x4, autorair, p/s, p/b, pAv, p/locks. leather, tilt, cruise, cass, who can run a crew MEDICAL cd, ah, alloy wheels, only 41.000 cass, alloy wheels, sport package, cruise, cass. cd, alloy wheels, p/locks, tilt, cruise, cass, cd, cd, alloy wheels, special edition, and be completely re- miles. VIWXOl 76907 only 41,000 miles. VTN#YS746765 moonroof, only 37,000 miles. alloy wheels, only 20,000 miles, only 35.000 miles. VIN#>7I59719 sponsible. S10.75 to SECRETARY > \1N#1KEM169 V1NI1L566576 start. Union County FT/PT. Local physician's area. Cleaners also office. Baste computer needed. skills. Will train. Fax ce- Cert 906-851-9075 sume to 908-23^1909; AUTO SALES INC $11,995 $11,595 $16,995 $14,595 $14,995 MEDICAL BILLING Part Time PT 20-24 hrs. flex. Input SMI JEEP GRAND 3O03MAZDA-S 3003 MAZDA MM TOYOTA CAMIYU MK TOYOTA COMHXA IE Patfent Accnfs/Call ins. Employment 255 CHEIOKEE LAIEDO auto, air. p/s, p/b. p/w, p/locks. PROTEGE LX 4 dr, auto, air, p/s, pb, p/w, 4 dr, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, co./proces5 elms. Good 4x4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w,p/seats, tilt, cruise, cd. altoy 4 dr, 4x4, auto, air, p/s. p/b, p/w, p/locks, p/seats, tilt, cruise, p/locks, tilt, cruise, cass, only emptr skills req'd/Training ADMIN. ASST. p/locki, tilt, cruise, ass. alloy wheels, only 14,000 miles cass, cd. only 14,000 miles. 5.000 miles. VlNr#3T899452 provided. Fax 908-789- p/locks, cd, lilt, cruise, alloy 6550 or PO Box 2876. To CFO in Clark. 5 days/ wheels, only 12,000 miles!!! VINI36866611 wheels, only 14,000 miles. V1N#2C118194 Westfield. NJ 0709! wk. Flex. hrs. Mom V1N#1C525294 V1N#31461182 w/school children wel- come. Detailed oriented NANNY WANTED Indiv. with goo typing Westfield. Wed. & Ffl.. 10 skills. Exp. in Microsoft hrs.. day & eves., for very Word & Excel. Accounting $18,995 $ 16,995 $11,995 $15,995 $13,995 sweet & smart 2 yr old girl. exp. a plus. Fax resume Must have e»p., trans.. DL to: 732-340O850 & ref's. Call 908654-8255 1000 CHEW 8-10 3003 JAGUAR X-TVPE MMNHUNALTMAPXE 2001 BUCK REGAL LS MM DOME DfTUPtD before 9pm. (,.iru noil. N J EXTRA CAB v-6, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w,4 dr, auto, air, p.'s, p/b, p/w,4 dr, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w,4 dr. auto. air. p/s. p/b. p/w. p/locks, CLERICAL HELP" ! P/T and F/T positions wait. auto, air, p/s, p/b, lilt, cruise, p/locks, p/seats, leather, tilt, p/locks, tilt, cruise, cd, only p/locks, p/seats. tilt, cruise, cass, till, cruise, cass. 32.000 miles. OFFICE ,i\ «)()M -S') I "**).» cass, alloy wheels, only 18,000 cruise, cass, cd, moonroof, heal- Seniots and Rettees welcome 20,000 miles. V1MYN881432 46,000 miles. VIN#1B651000 V1NI2K00192 Cal S0M2S-3S09 miles. V1N*Y50L3l 18 ed seats, alloy wheels, awd, only ASSISTANT 16,000 miles. VI1M35118662 PT/FT. Kentlworth. Com- puter Iterate (Quckbooks) SWIM Strong phone and filing skills, some bookkeeping. INSTRUCTORS Detail oriented, must be With Experience. March $9,995 $25,995 $10,995 $10,995 $10,995 able to work Independ- 15th- to June 19 . Small ently. Cdl Wayne at 908- groups and privates. $15 259-9200 to start. I OFFICE Professional CLEANING Help 260 PT Cranford Afea, after 6:30pm. Must have DL 2000 FORD EXPEDITION 2001 VW GOLF MQZ MERCEDES ML-320 2002 AUDI A-4 QUATTRO 2N3BMW&S EDDIE BAUER $7.00 hr. For Immed 4 dr, hatch, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w,14 tir, 4x4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, p/locb, 1.81, awd, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, p/locks, 4x4. 6 cyl. auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, hire. Cat 732-381)028 ACCOUNTANT 4 dr, 4x4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, p/locks, p/locks, tilt, cruise, cass, cd, alloy p/seats, leather, tilt, cruise, cass, cd, alloy tilt, cruise, cass, cd, alloy wheels, moon- p/locks, p/seats, leather, tilt, cruise, p/seats, leather. 3 seals, tilt, cruise, cass, wheels, moonroof, only 22.000 miles. 'wheels, moonroof, heated seats, roof, heated seats, 32,000 miles, cass. cd, alloy wheels, only 18,000 , OFFICE HELP P/T Cranford, rtl. Prep fl- cd, heated seats, only 30.000 miles, nancial rpts, maintain/ VINH1X132462 ,YlN#2M023153 VIN#2A433612 miles. VINKX563212 Local church seeking VJIMYF038652 bookkeeper w/exc reconcile Journals & WINTER SPECIAL! WINTER SPECIAL! computer skills, know, of accts. e.g. for K/V, A/R, MS Word/Excel and acctg on expense rec- $21,495 $12,995 $38,995 QuickBooks. Fax ords & mortgage related $29,750 $21,975 908/233-0623. Send re- transactions, position 2OO3 VOLVO S-00 1OM ISUZU TROOPER S reports to senior ac- 2001 EXPLORER SPORT 2M2MEICUIY 2M3 HONDA ELEMENT EX sume to: Parish Priest, countant. 40nrs/wk. awd, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, p/locks, 4 dr, 4K4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, 2 dr, 4x4, au!o, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, p/locks, 4 dr, 4x4, auto, 4 dr, 4x4, auto, air, p/s, p/b, p/w, Holy Trinity Church. 250 8:30-5:30 M-F w/ 1 hf. p/seats, leather, tilt, cruise, cass, cd, Gallows Hill Rd.. WWestt p/locks, tilt, cruise, cd, alloy wheels, p/seats, lilt, cruise, cass, cd, alloy wheels, p/seats, p/locks, tilt, cruise, cd, alloy wheels, aow break, req. bachelor's alloy wheels, only 15,000 miles. fieldf . NJJ 07090 degree (Finance or Ac- two tone paint, only 40,000 miles, 42,000 miles. VIIWIF8836I2 only 8,000 miles. VIN#3II664132 VHW3V881252 counting) & 1 yr. ac- VIN#XT145921 Prittjt) iKMrts) ill wfcloto 0 to * tmmu Personal Trainer/ counting exp. & knowl- WINTER SPECIAL! edge of Business IKtft hf UCMtiflf, ftfittlllOfl I llltt. Sports Works. Resume to JDN. Not nspoHiMt torB/pofnphics l intrs. First United Mortgage $28,975 $11,495 $12,995 $19,995 Conditioning Co., Inc Specialist t FT trainer to work with adults for health and fitness, junior athletes from ages 7-18. please SALES ASSISTANT have undergraduate F/T or P/T, Days. For busy' degree in exercise or Summit Resale Shop. related degree, plus Diversified duties. Mint certifications. Benefits. be well organized and able 401K. vacation in- to work independent^ cluded. Compensation Retail exp. a plus. 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Old Dealerships has announced the Spiderman comic books, mem- appointment of Denis O'Brien as orabilia from television shows general manager at Clinton Ford like "The Brady Bunch" and and Clinton Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge in "All in the Family," and mus- Clinton. cle cars — with their small O'Brien is an 8-year employee and bodies and big engines -- are most recently served as finance among the more popular col- director at DitschmanTFlemington lectibles. Ford Lincoln ercury and It's easy to understand why Flemington Nissan. O'Brien said he television and movie memora- looks forward to his new position. bilia are so popular. Most of "We're remodeling the dealership the shows still air in re-runs facilities and it's exciting to be today, and there's a lot of hype involved in this effort." Mr. O'Brien right now about Columbia added. Pictures' "Spiderman 2," O'Brien expressed thanks to which is set for release next Byron Brisby and Steve Kalafer, summer. But what draws peo- president and chairman respective-! ple to the gas-guzzling muscle ly of the Flemington Car & Truck cars? Country Family of Dealerships for his new assignment. "It's all about nostalgia," The Pontiac GTO was a classic muscle car of the 1960s. says Jill Bookman of "They truly believe in promoting American Collectors and sold it four or five years between 18 and 24 years old," Anderson. few miles," says Bookman. In from within and I'm thankful that Insurance (ACI), recognized later because I needed a more says Martin. "The 1961 Instead of insuring their col- addition to low premiums, they're giving me this chance to by the old car hobby and economical car, but I always Biscayne is actually a clone of lectible cars with their regu- policies offered by ACI aremake a bigger contribution to the insurance industry as the regretted it," says Anderson. the car I had to sell when I lar policy carriers, both he written for an agreed amount, organization," O'Brien said. country's premiere provider of Fast forward 37 years. built my house." Martin says and his uncle took out special rather than for actual cash O'Brien is a graduate of Rutgers collector vehicle insurance. Anderson now owns three he got the 1963 Corvette collector's policies on their value. "Meaning a 1964University and lives in Ringoes "Chevelles, GTOs, Camaros Chevelles, one in working Stingray from someone in a cars. "It makes financial Mustang won't face four with his wife, Cindy and two daugh- and Super Bees were heavily order, the other two in various similar situation. sense. This way, insurance decades of depreciation in ters. marketed to young buyers in states of restoration. Neither Martin nor only costs us about $100 per the event of a loss. We recog- Clinton Ford and Clinton the 1960s and 1970s. People Anderson's uncle, Art Anderson drive their col- car for the entire year," says nize that the blood and sweat Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge are located on who drove them back then Martin, 69, also of Cloquet, lectible cars much. Anderson Anderson. a collector puts into restoring Route 31 and Route 78. have money now, and want to shares his passion for classic says they tend to sit in the Specialty insurance compa- the vehicle means some- keep memories of their cars. Martin has a 1961 Belair, garage between tune-ups and nies like American Collectors thing," says Bookman. 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