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FOLLOW WWPINFO ON FACEBOOK & TWITTER FOR TIMELY UPDATES NEWS ISSUE DATE: JUNE 11, 2010 NEXT ISSUE:JUNE 25 Rudnick & Downs Are Among Four Principals Leaving WW-P by Cara Latham cal advisor and troubleshooter for Curtis Wright. He earned his undergraduate de- s the WW-P community wraps up gree from the University of Mississippi. the remaining days of the school (He would later earn his master’s from Ayear and prepares to send off its what was then Trenton State College graduating classes, four of the district’s (now the College of New Jersey), and his principals are also making their exits. doctorate degree in 1978 from Rutgers Long-time principals Charles Rud- University). nick, at South, and Art Downs, at Com- Things weren’t working out at that par- munity, are among those departing this ticular time,” said Downs. He said had put year. At Community, Downs served as his name in a profes- the founding princi- sional commercial em- pal, and the only one Community Principal ployment agency, who in the school’s 25- called him and told Top Honors: Retiring South Principal Charles Rudnick poses with year history. Jeanine Art Downs has been him about the teaching salutatorian Wendy Gu, above left, and valedictorian Ronak Gandhi. Heil, principal at with WW-P for 50 position open in West Dutch Neck, and years, while South’s Windsor. “I was ac- North Principal Michael Zapicchi meets with his top students: Mary Ann Isaacs, tively involved in a lot Valedictorian Tracie Kong, below left, and co-salutatorians principal at Millstone Charles Rudnick has of sports programs, Rohit Reddy and Nikhil Sheth, right. River School, will al- been here for 19 years. and a lot of things that so be leaving. Isaacs brought me into con- has been with the dis- tact with children,” he trict for a total of 23 years. said. “Applying for a job in West Windsor Downs has taught or overseen as many was the best decision that I’ve made.” as three generations of families coming to Education was a perfect fit for Downs, school in what was once a rural area with who, in 1968, became the acting principal little diversity. He began his career here in at Maurice Hawk, eventually becoming 1960, when he was hired as a science principal there the following year. “I was teacher for grades six, seven, and eight, in filling in for somebody who was out on the West Windsor district, before it be- leave, and then the district regionalized, came a regionalized district with Plains- and WW-P joined together,” he said, ex- boro, and prior to the construction of plaining there were openings both at Maurice Hawk elementary school in Maurice Hawk and in Plainsboro for prin- 1963. cipals. He served as principal at Maurice Downs said he got the job because he Hawk for eight years before he was trans- was a geologist, and the district was look- ferred to Dutch Neck, where he served as ing for a science teacher. His entrance in- principal for another eight years. At the to the world of education was not typical. time, Dutch Neck was a school for grades He grew up in Lincoln Park. His mother four, five, and six. was an operator for the New Jersey Bell telephone company. His father built air- Continued on page 11 plane engines and later served as a techni- DAY-BY-DAY INPLAINSBORO & WEST WINDSOR

For more event listings visit www.wwpinfo.com. For timely up- At This Class Reunion, An Art Show Was Born: dates, follow wwpinfo at Twitter Joe Ryan and Alisha Hastings Kimball, both raised and on Facebook. in West Windsor, attended their 20th reunion and discovered their mutual artistic interests. A joint show of their work opens in Lambertville on Friday Saturday, June 12. See story page 23. June 11 per Bowls, Giants, Jets, Eagles, Street, 609-924-8777. www.arts- Yankees, Mets, Nets, Devils, Fly- councilofprinceton.org. Up close Drama ers, Rutgers, Georgetown, and and classical concert performed WW-P High Schools North and on piano by Plainsboro resident Miss Connections, Off-Broad- South. Through June 19. A per- and the youngest pianist to per- street Theater, 5 South Green- centage of sales benefit Special form Bach’s Goldberg Variations wood Avenue, Hopewell, 609- Olympics. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Carnegie Hall. A graduate from 466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- the Mannes College of Music, she com. Comedic mystery by Marvin Summer Art Sale, Garden State Watercolor Society, Princeton has a master of arts degree in per- Harold Cheiten of Princeton. formance practice from Harvard $27.50 to $29.50. 7 p.m. Shopping Center, 301 Harrison Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. University. The program includes Good Causes Food & Dining Ragtime, Kelsey Theater, Mercer www.gardenstatewatercolor- works by J.S. Bach, Chopin, and County Community College, society.org. Noon to 5 p.m. Debussy. Register. $25. 7:30 p.m. Twistin’ Your Tails Away, Dinners on the Farm, Zone 7, Ter- 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570- A.F.E.W. Pets, Hamilton Manor, hune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil 3333. www.kelseytheatre.net. Dancing Pop Music 30 Route 156, Hamilton, 609-448- Road, Lawrenceville, 609-206- Musical by Pennington Players. 5322. www.afewpets.com. Family 0344. www.freshfromzone7.com. Outdoor Dancing, Central Jersey Fred Miller, Ellarslie, Trenton $16. 7:30 p.m. City Museum, Cadwalader Park, style dinner, cash bar, live music. Behind the scenes farm tour, hors Dance Society, Hinds Plaza, Co-organized by Hamilton Animal d’oeuvres and four-course dinner Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-989-3632. www.ellarslie.org. Art “A Lecture in Song: Judy Gar- Shelter. $45 to $50. 7:30 to 3 p.m. prepared by Scott Anderson, head 609-945-1883. www.central- chef of Elements in Princeton, and Father’s Day Exhibit, Gold Medal jerseydance.org. Swing dance. land.” Register. $20. 7:30 p.m. Impressions, Can Do Fitness, Comedy Clubs wine pairings by Hopewell Valley No partner needed. Surface is Concert, New Jersey Gay Men’s Vineyards. A portion of the pro- 121 Main Street, Forrestal Village, smooth stone. Free. 7 to 10 p.m. Chorus, Trinity Church, 33 Mer- DJ Hazzard and Joey Novick, Plainsboro, 609-606-9001. www.- Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Re- ceeds will benefit Farmers Against cer Street, Princeton, 732-579- Hunger. Register. $135. 4:30 p.m. goldmedalimpressions.com. Pho- Classical Music 8449. www.njgmc.org. “The Killer gency, 102 Carnegie Center, tographer Richard Druckman fea- West Windsor, 609-987-8018. Mariam Nazarian, Arts Council of Concert: A Manly Musical Murder tures a limited number of collec- Mystery.” $25. 8 p.m. www.catcharisingstar.com. Reg- Continued on page 18 tion-quality photographs from Su- Princeton, 102 Witherspoon ister. $17.50. 8 p.m. 2 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Views & Opinions Hsueh Responds to ing affordable housing units. Salaries, health care costs, and Christie’s ‘Tool Kit’ pensions, even with the proposed The following is a letter from “Tool Kit,” will not go down. Util- West Windsor Mayor Shing-Fu ities like gas, electric, and sewer Hsueh to Governor Chris Christie will not go down. A tax cap won’t make government services cost regarding a proposed Tool Kit of Richard K. Rein Reforms and Proposition 2.5. less. Tax caps can be harmful if adopted during a weak economy. Editor and Publisher Plainsboro Values s requested I reviewed the The “Massachusetts Miracle,” Cara Latham Aproposed “Tool Kit” of re- Proposition 2.5 took effect during News Editor forms and your proposal to imple- Plainsboro: 2BR, 2.5BA – Picture Perfect Townhouse. This light & bright meticulously a period of extraordinary econom- Lynn Miller maintained home with its oversized driveway accommodating 6 cars & the wonderful ment a 2.5 percent hard cap on mu- ic growth. State revenues were ris- Community News Editor finished Basement will not disappoint! The updated Eat-in Kitchen features granite nicipalities. ing, which allowed counters & backsplash, stainless steel stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, new stainless Brian McCarthy steel microwave, undermount florescent lighting and great plantation shutters over Please note that the State to boost aid a greenhouse window. The Atrium has a new paver patio and a new Pella slider. With West Windsor is a to municipalities, not Craig Terry most rooms having hardwood flooring, the vaulted Living Room features fireplace & Photography another new Pella slider with transom leading to the deck and great views! The vaulted full service munici- The state appears cut it. With the pro- Dining Room with skylight conventionally pality. That means Vaughan Burton opens to the Kitchen. The large Master to be balancing its posed New Jersey that we provide trash Bedroom has sitting & dressing areas budget on the plan to cap increases Production & the Master Bath has a soaking tub removal, brush re- to 2.5 percent, the Diana Joseph-Riley & stall shower. The finished Basement moval, snow re- will please with large daylight windows, backs of munici- only choice may be Martha Moore recessed lighting and storage areas!! moval, and recycling palities by keep- to cut services that Account Representatives This home has over $30 thousand to our residents. Un- in recent upgrades including a New ing the revenues will cost the individ- Bill Sanservino Furnace & A/C. $369,900 der the Kelly Bill, we ual resident more reimburse private due to them. than if the munici- Production Manager communities based pality provided it Lawrence L. DuPraz 1919-2006 on their costs for the collectively to all. Founding Production Adviser same services. We also provide This year our municipal operat- So Much to See fire and emergency services with a Euna Kwon Brossman ing budget would have had a nom- Michele Alperin, Bart Jackson in This Lovely Home!!! combination of paid and volunteer inal increase if the State did not cut Pritha Dasgupta professionals without the need for the Township’s energy tax receipt separate fire districts. In other mu- funds that are collected by the state Jennifer Bender nicipalities some of these services but owed to the municipality. If the Phyllis Spiegel are paid for through means other state continues to take the revenue Caroline Calogero than municipal taxes. owed to townships, then there is Contributing Writers More importantly, we are a less and less revenue on which mu- growing community. More resi- For inquiries, call 609-243-9119. GR nicipalities can rely except proper- Fax: 609-243-9020. dential development is being ty taxes. The state appears to be planned and actively built, includ- E-mail: [email protected] GREATER PRINCETON Home Page: www.wwpinfo.com Princeton Forrestal Village Mail: 12 Roszel Road, Suite C-205, Joan Eisenberg 609-951-8600, ext. 110 The News welcomes letters. Mail them to 12 Roszel Princeton, NJ 08540 [email protected] © 2010 by Richard K. Rein. 2003 “Mercer County Realtor Professional of thear” Year” www.JoanSells.com Road, Princeton 08540. Fax them to 609-243-9020. #1 Remax Agent in New Jersey 1999 & 1997 Or E-mail them: [email protected]. WEST WINDSOR AND Anna Shulkina PLAINSBORO ARE Sales Associate HOT! HOT! HOT! NJAR Circle of Excellence ‘01‘09; Gold Level ‘03 - ‘09 SO ARE DONNA’S LISTINGS! Direct Line: 609-750-5395 ALL GONE! Cell: 609-903-0621 • email: [email protected] Remember, I Get My Sellers an Plainsboro Township. Con- temporary James Madison Average of 98.86% List to Sale Price. model in Princeton Landing! 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Real Estate DONNA LUCARELLI LONG & FOSTER 33 Princeton-Hightstown Road Professional, Experienced & Educated Agents Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 3 balancing its budget on the backs of before I can fully support the pro- municipalities by keeping the rev- posed 2.5 percent cap. I remain Have a comment? enues due to them. skeptical that we can use the same Helping You Choose the Right Home This is also true for unfunded tool kit to serve both urban and sub- To post a comment or add mandates. While you have stated urban communities municipalities your opinion to the discus- Is Claire’s Specialty. your commitment to stop unfunded that are growing versus those that sion, read the articles in this mandates, there are still numerous are at buildout, etc. There cannot be week’s edition of the WW-P mandates already in existence that a “one size fits all” solution to the News at www.wwpinfo.com. continue to strain municipalities, property tax problem. I look for- Or feel free to E-mail our i.e. NJDEP storm water regula- ward to working with you and the editor: rein@ wwpinfo.com. tions. other elected officials in the State Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Rat- of New Jersey to implement true ing Services has assigned its property tax reform in a long-term boro pointing out the current diffi- ‘AAA’ bond rating to West Wind- and sustainable manner. culty of bicycling between the sor Township’s general improve- Shing-Fu Hsueh townships, and asking about the possibility of such a connection. ment bonds. This rating did not Mayor, West Windsor come easy. It was assigned in part Both the school campus in Plains- due to conservative financial man- boro and the Princeton Junction agement and predictable taxation Extend the Trolley train station were mentioned as de- on the part of the Township since I Line Trail sired destinations. became Mayor in 2001. The West Windsor Township master plan specifically recom- In the current climate it is not ir- egarding the Trolley Line Trail mends such a connection, which is responsible to have small increases article May 28 (“The Trolley R also noted in a trail network draft in taxation. The 4 percent levy cap, Trail’s Secret Beauty: Forging the map by the Delaware Valley Re- with exclusions, has already Path Less Taken”, by Bart Jack- gional Planning Commission. The caused significant hardship to son), the West Windsor Bicycle Plainsboro Township master plan many growing communities. The and Pedestrian Alliance (WWB- also shows a planned trail along the proposed 2.5 percent cap, if enact- PA) strongly supports the creation Millstone River between Grovers ed, may cripple the financial man- of convenient bicycle and pedestri- Mill Road and Cranbury Road, agement of local communities. an connections between West without specifically showing con- According to the Trenton Times Windsor and Plainsboro, as well as nections to the adjacent schools. (dated May 18, 2010) you were other surrounding Challenges quoted as indicating, “for a consti- towns. remain, howev- tutional amendment that would put Extending the er, due to the a 2.5 percent cap on local property Trolley Line Trail Extending the Trolley specific con- tax increases, exceptions would be in both directions Line Trail in both direc- In This Market You Need cerns of various permitted only for debt payments would enable con- tions would enable con- property owners an Experienced Agent & Good “Karma” or to adjust for expansion and nections to Plains- nections to Plainsboro about the effects growth.” This sounds more flexible boro directly, as of a trail on or Karma Estaphanous than what I understood from your well as to Hamil- directly as well as other adjacent to their earlier position about the hard cap. ton via the Mercer communities. Broker/Sales Associate land. These con- The other issue that I would rec- County Park trail Over 18 Years full time Agent cerns are legiti- 6 9 ommend that you consider is the system, and to NJAR Circle Of Excellence (9 -0 ) mate, and the option to provide for inflation-ad- Robbinsville via the Capital to Re/Max Hall Of Fame – 2007 WWBPA is confident that working justed modifications to the cap Coast Trail, which connects to the with all stakeholders, including Re/Max of Princeton when appropriate, based upon the park trails near Mercer County PSE&G and both townships’ offi- www.karmarealtor.com 343 Nassau St Consumer Price Index or other Community College. cials, will yield win-win solutions Princeton, NJ 08540 similar criteria. The WWBPA has received sev- [email protected] In closing, I would like to further eral letters in the past year from res- Office: 609-452-1887 x 7080 CALL NOW FOR A NO-COST PROPERTY Cell: 609-851-4844 MARKET EVALUATION explore this process and proposal idents of West Windsor and Plains- Continued on following page

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Continued from preceding page Clarification Congratulations! to mitigate the potential risks and provide benefits to everyone, albeit at potential addi- Re: the article in the May 28, 2010 tional cost. edition of West Windsor & Plainsboro Top 5 Associates for May Trail design best practices have been de- News, The West Windsor Bicycle and veloped to address many challenging design Pedestrian Alliance (WWBPA) is an issues, and studies show that property values enthusiastic participant in West Wind- increase with the addition of nearby trails, sor BikeFest, but would like to clarify Experience, Trust, Reliability & Service according to the National Trails Training that we do not in fact sponsor the event. Partnership (americantrails.org). Funding BikeFest is its own organization, led through the federal programs Safe Routes to by Dan Gerstenhaber, who also advises School or Safe Routes to Transit should, in our board of trustees, and we also share our view, be considered. Jerry Foster a common board member in Daryl President, West Windsor Bicycle and McMillan. Pedestrian Alliance, www.wwbpa.org The WWBPA greatly appreciates the work done by Dan and the BikeFest organization, as well as the support of Senior Citizens Day A the Township Recreation Department, and looks forward to many more suc- Success in West Windsor cessful BikeFests in the future! Jerry Foster Betsy Silverman Helene Fazio ome of us in the “slow lane,” like me, re- President, West Windsor Bicycle and Salize that it has been nearly a month since Pedestrian Alliance, www.wwbpa.org the celebration of Senior Citizens’ Day in West Windsor. But as the song goes: “The song is over but the memories linger on.” Miss Carmen Fernandez and Miss Robin I refer to the luncheon and entertainment Bostrom, both West Windsor residents. of Friday, May 14. More than 200 seniors They have been my son’s very dedicated showed up; the logistics must have been teachers this past school year. I know it has awesome. But thanks to Director Lynn not been easy for them, due to the fact that Thornton and her staff it proceeded without my son has multiple food allergies, but the a hitch. care and concern that they have exemplified Roxanne Gennari The entertainment provided graciously has been remarkable. They have taken Jack Tops Overall by the volunteer song and dance group Syn- under their wings and protected him from copation Dance Group of Village Grande the things that could make him sick. was professional and exciting. Heartfelt Having Jack stay for lunch never seemed thanks for the memories go to the great com- like an option for us, but by April he was eat- munity of West Windsor, Lynn and staff, ing lunch with all his classmates, which was Radha Cheerath Michele DeLiberto and Syncopation. Ralph Vierno a major accomplishment. Of course, some Cranbury Road extra precautions had to be taken, but Miss Carmen and Miss Robin made some sacri- fices for Jack’s sake. Dropping Jack off to Mom Thanks Teachers school has become a pleasure instead of a coldwellbankermoves.com concern, and this allows me to focus my en- Independently owned and operated ergies on my company, BYI. by NRT, Incorporated. am writing you to tell you about two out- standing teachers at the Maple Stream As a mom, there is nothing more impor- I tant than having your child feel like he fits in, Princeton Junction Office: 50 Princeton-Hightstown Road Road Preschool located at Beth El Syna- gogue in East Windsor. The teachers are 609-799-8181 Continued on page 6 JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 5 NEW LISTING! Suburban Mom RADHA CHEERATH BROKER ASSOCIATE his Friday, June 11, a group by Euna Kwon Brossman Lightning Lacrosse recently “Excellence is not an act, but a habit” of select young athletes is hosted the Thunderbolt Tourna- “Declan wants to be fully Theading to the Baltimore ment, which drew more than 2,000 • NJAR Circle of Excellence Award Gold Level ‘03-‘09 metropolitan area and Pennsylva- padded out like the big boys,” says young lacrosse players represent- • Mercer County Top Producers Association ‘01-‘10 nia to play their hearts out against Leanne. “He sees bigger boys as ing the entire state of New Jersey Email: [email protected] teams representing much of the role models. If you ask him ‘what is and parts of New York and Penn- Office: 609-799-8181 eastern seaboard in a game that re- sylvania. It was a tremendous suc- Cell: 609-577-6664 quires speed, cunning, and a com- cess, both in terms of how well plete lack of fear. The two-day Lightning teams fared, and how the Impeccably maintained, landscaped, Lightning Lacrosse is 26 Lakeshore Drive, Princeton Junction, NJ and in move in condition colonial competition is called LAX MAX fueled not only by the league did in raising funds for next on a rarely offered location. Serene and the sport is lacrosse, now in the year and beyond. park like lot backing to green acres. energy and enthusiasm Entrance foyer graced with hardwood midst of an explosion of popularity “The volunteer infrastructure flooring. Sunny Eat-in-Kitchen, with of the players, but the gorgeous views of the backyard. across the country. And nowhere is that ran that tournament was like a Entertain in the family room that boom more evident than in dedication and sweat well-oiled machine,” says Leanne, with cozy wood burning fireplace. West Windsor and Plainsboro, “and we couldn’t have done it Spacious master bedroom suite equity of their parents. with walk in closet, and attached home of Lightning Lacrosse. Like without the parents, who stepped in bath, Generously sized additional bedrooms. Multi level wood deck most of the youth sports that roll on as time-keepers and score-keepers, extending the length of the home, with the seasons, Lightning food servers, water delivery people offering a magnificent view of the your favorite sport,’ he’ll say backyard with mature plantings Lacrosse is fueled not only by the –– no matter what needed to be including apple and peach trees. energy and enthusiasm of the play- lacrosse because it’s cool and we done, there was someone to do it. Professionally landscaped backyard hit each other. It’s the perfect sport provides privacy, and backs ers, but the dedication and sweat The kids work so well together on to preserved green acres. Located equity of their parents. “The pro- for boys (and girls) with lots of en- the field and the parents work well approx 2 miles from Princeton ergy,” she laughs. Junction train station, ideal for NYC gram has grown by word of mouth together off the field.” commuters. Close proximity to major and the heart and soul of its volun- Leanne and her husband moved Lightning Lacrosse is open to highways, shopping, and blue ribbon teers,” explains Leanne Bell, a to the Walker Gordon Farm neigh- boys and girls age four to eighth west Windsor Plainsboro schools. borhood of Plainsboro in January All major systems of the home have Lightning mom. grade. Scholarship programs are RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE been updated and are under home “People understand that our pro- 2001 from Tokyo, where they lived available, and the equipment trade- warranty. Offered at $669,900 gram is inclusive, not exclusive. for three years while Chris worked in program makes it easier for fam- 50 Princeton-HHightstown Rd • Princeton Jct. NJ It’s like one big family and you do for Merrill Lynch Asset Manage- ilies to set up their kids with gear. things together. There are so many ment. Chris left Merrill Lynch in For more information, E-mail 609-7799-88181 things where parents try to live vic- April, 2001, and then five months [email protected]. ariously through their kids but I later, September 11 happened. don’t see that so much in lacrosse “That changed our lives as it where parents are just so ‘peace, changed the lives of so many peo- Real 609-936-2525 x love and LAX’. We want them to ple, and after that tragedy, he de- win, yes, but we want our children cided he wanted to do his own Estate LONG & FOSTER 33 Princeton-Hightstown Road thing and truly follow his heart.” to want it for themselves.” Professional, Experienced & Educated Agents Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 After serving two years as head Chris decided to open his own of concessions, Leanne currently business; he is Mr. Handyman of serves on the Lightning Lacrosse Greater Princeton, and in his spare board as treasurer. Rounding out time, he volunteers with the Plains- the board are Cory Easter, presi- boro Rescue Squad. dent; Linda Domino, secretary, Leanne was born and raised in Dale L’insalata, registrar; Gina Texas and graduated from Plano Ochs, vice-president for girls; and Senior High School right outside Dallas. “Friday Night Lights could Jim Hirt, vice-president for boys, Lori Ann Stohn Mary E. Weaver have been filmed at my high Maria DePasquale taking over for long-time VP Jeff Broker/Sales Associate Broker/Sales Associate Sales Associate, ASP, SRES Matthews, whose two sons have school,” she says. “We were the ABR, GRI, ASP ABR, CRS, SHS Dir: 609-936-2525 x2549 gone through the Lightning pro- state champs for football, and it Dir: 609-936-2525 x5384 Dir: 609-936-2525 x5365 Cell: 609-851-2377 Cell: 908-578-0545 Cell: 609-865-8223 [email protected] gram. Jeffrey Matthews now plays was crazy with the whole school [email protected] [email protected] for High School South and can of- spirit thing. Every Friday we’d ten be seen manning the grill for have these huge pep rallies, and the concession at home games, and though it’s a different mindset, I’d John plays for Grover Middle love to see that kind of spirit recre- School. Lightning alumni have ated here. We have a tremendous won spots on the High School and resource in West Windsor Com- Collegiate All-American teams munity Park. Not only is it the and have gone on to play at such home of Lightning Lacrosse and prestigious schools as Syracuse, Wildcats Football, but it also has Matthew O'Connell Josephine “Josie” Rost Joseph Gulino fabulous baseball and soccer facil- Home Mortgage Consultant Broker/Sales Associate Broker/Sales Associate William & Mary, Yale, and Col- Dir: 609-936-2525 x2554 ities as well.” When Leanne is not FHA Specialist ABR, GRI gate. Dir: 609-936-2510 Dir: 609-936-2525 x5370 Cell: 609-213-0548 Leanne and her husband, Chris, volunteering for Lightning, she Cell: 609-439-9684 [email protected] [email protected] have three sons. Oliver, 15, is a volunteers for the PTSAs at High [email protected] freshman at West Windsor Plains- School South and Grover. ABR: Accredited Buyer’s Representative • CRS: Certified Residential Specialist boro High School South. Cameron, ASP: Accredited Staging Professional • GRI: Graduate Realtor Institute • SHS: Senior Housing Specialist 12, plays on Lightning’s sixth grade team with head coach Doug Donaldson. Leanne can’t speak highly enough of Donaldson, with whom Cameron started playing as UNDER CONTRACT a third grader. “I’ve seen Cameron become more self-confident be- cause he’s in a sport that he loves. He’s not out there picking flowers on the baseball field. He’s found West Windsor $695,000 East Windsor $369,000 Princeton Junction $459,900 Spacious 5 BR 3.5 BA Colonial. Kit. boasts oak cabi- 5 Bdrm, 2 Bath expanded cape on .63 acres with Located in a quiet tree-lined setting within walking his niche. It’s also the encourage- netry, granite counters, top of the line appls., ceramic mature trees. Many energy efficient improvements distance to the train station, this charming home has tile floor & 2 pantries. Crown molding in the foyer, LR including windows, doors, roof, siding, hot water modern amenities such as updated kitchen & baths ment and positive reinforcement and DRs give this home a gracious air. Impressive FR heater, furnace and more. Large family with view ,recessed lighting, & ceramic tile flooring. Deep rich w/new HW floors, brick FP, skylights and a wet bar of park-like yard. Possible main floor in-law natural moldings along w/ beautiful original hardwood he gets. Donaldson blends praise area. Main floor also has a BR and full BA. Grand suite. 2 car attached garage plus large outbuilding for fls & a bright spacious recreation area in the day-light with great teaching and construc- master suite w/a sitting rm., master BA w/jacuzzi tub, the hobbyist. basement. The backyard is a private oasis & an awe- skylights & double walk-in closets. Backs to new some venue for outdoor entertaining. tive criticism. He coaches the kids walking trail so you & your family can enjoy the 123 in a way that is assertive, not ag- acre comm. park & pool w/out ever crossing a street. Call Mary Weaver 609-865-8223 Call Maria DePasquale 609-851-2377 gressive, and helps them grow as Call Lori Ann Stohn 609-750-5384 athletes and sportsmen.” Four-year-old Declan, who was practically born on a field with a lacrosse stick in his hand, started REDUCED with Little Laxers last year. 2010 is the third season that Little Laxers Matthew O'Connell has opened up what the website Home Mortgage Consultant calls “the greatest game on Planet FHA Specialist NMLS 239152 Earth” to the pre-K to second grade West Windsor $489,000 Hamilton $299,900 609.936.2510 Tel Beautifully updated 5 BR 3.5 BA home. Taste-fully Completely renovated 3 BR/1 Full BA Ranch Home in crowd. While the program is based 609.439.9684 Cell decorated, crown mould., recessed lights. Wood flrs. a great area. Remodeled oak kit. w/ceramic tile floor, Kit. w/granite countertops. Cer. tile flr. & backsplash; remodeled BR w/whirlpool & imported Italian tile, at West Windsor Community Park, 866.359.1339 eFax coordinating appls. DR w/new cust. built in china cab. newer paver block walkway & driveway, newer vinyl Paver patio & lndscpd. fenced backyard. Gas FP. MBR it is open to children from all [email protected] siding, newer 6 paneled interior doors, new insulated ste. w/sit. rm., dress. rm., vaulted ceil., wood-burning front door, lg. wood deck, enclosed backyard, newer www.mattoconnell.com FP, skylights & balcony. 5th BR ste. on main flr. towns, especially since many com- Adjoining full BA. All BAs updated w/new fixtures & shed, replacement vinyl thermal tilt windows, 1-car 33 Princeton-Hightstown Road gar. w/remote opener, and a fin. bsmt. w/laundry. Near munities don’t have the resources cust. painting. Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 schools, shopping, Veteran's Park & Hamilton train! or numbers to field programs for Call Josie Rost 609-306-2074 Call Joe Gulino, 609-213-0548 the smallest participants. 6 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Kathryn Baxter, Realtor Associate Letters & Opinions www.kathybaxter.com Continued from page 4 and Maple Stream Road Preschool has made this easy for us. The whole experience has been wonderful and has sur- NEW LISTING NEW LISTING passed our expectations. Jack has thrived, been accepted with open arms, and learned to ac- cept and have a great awareness of his food allergies. It was helpful and timely that they be- West Windsor, NJ - 3 Haverford Rd - Beautiful 4 bed- West Windsor, NJ - 3 Compton Lane - Charming... came a nut-free school this room, 2.5 bath Colonial in Heatherfield on over an acre one of a kind, recently expanded and renovated 1890 year, a very wise decision con- of property backing to woods. Newer maple kitchen w/ farmhouse. 4 bdrms, 3 full baths. Over an acre of private granite. Hardwood floors. Recently converted to public property- newer kitchen w/ gorgeous granite- newer sidering nut allergies are on the sewer. Private office. Finished basement. Great location. baths- renovated barn is a terrific 2 story, 1-bdrm apt for rise. West Windsor-Plainsboro schools. $685,000 au pair or guests. West Windsor-Plainsboro schools. Owner is a custom builder- this is his masterpiece. If you were to take a stroll $785,000 down the halls there, the walls practically jump out at you with paintings of trees, penguins,

SOLD polar bears, bees, dotted lady bugs, colorful rainbows, and flowers most with little hand prints magically intertwined in some way. The projects they do range from pictures of the weather cycle, Carmen Fernandez, left, and sparkling blue and green paintings of our Robin Bostrom have helped Earth, Mother’s day beautifully decorated Princeton Junction, NJ - 404 Clarksville Rd - Most West Windsor, NJ - 11 Woodland Court - North Jack thrive in pre-school. adorable cottage around...3 bedroom Craftsmen-style facing home that has it all...beautiful 5 bedroom, stained glass vases, watercolor butterflies, bungalow. 2092 square ft, designer kitchen w/ 3.5 bath home in Heatherfield. One bedroom and full and the list goes on and on. The focus here is mahogany cabinetry w/ slate and teak counters, round bath on main floor for in-law/au pair, sunroom, finished solarium w/ copper roof overlooks the Canoe brook. basement. 3 car garage, fully fenced, heated inground clearly to foster the childrens’ creativity and and caring individuals in the midst of our $475,000 pool, gorgeous yard, wooded property. $850,000 imaginations while subsequently learning challenges, whatever they may be, in Jack’s all about the world around us. case it happens to be food allergies. Hats off Kathryn Baxter The entire staff at Maple Stream Road to both of these teachers and the entire staff Preschool are the most warm, kind, and well at Maple Stream. It has been an honor to be a Henderson Sotheby's International Realty educated group of teachers you could ever part of the Maple Stream Road Pre School 37 North Main Street • Cranbury, NJ 08512 hope for your child to have. The director, family! Mary Abitanto (Jack’s Mom) Sharon Alaimo, and office administrator, West Windsor Office: 609-395-0444 • Cell: 516-521-7771 Ellen Botwin, are examples of excellence Home: 609-730-0088 • Fax: 609-730-0087 and prove that your staff is a reflection of Thanks For Voting Email: [email protected] management. Running late no problem, have a last minute meeting, extended hours and early hours are available. Maple Stream would like to thank the Democrats of West Road continues to remain competitive with IWindsor District 5 for re-electing me as their National Accreditation. their County Committeewoman. It is a priv- I truly believe Miss Carmen and Miss ilege to serve. Robin represent the kind of teachers who al- Allison Miller low our children to thrive and become loving Windsor Drive JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 7 People In The News Radio Excellence Huang, Shrivathsan Seshan, Ja- son Shi, and Yinen Zhang. Award for Katz The eighth grade team placed first nationally in the Pythagorean achel Katz of Plainsboro, Division. Students receiving high pictured at right, received scores were Arnav Sood, Chai- Rthe first and second place tanya Asawa, Jeffrey Kuan, Sal- “Excellence in Journalism” awards ly Jiao, Rohan Patolla, Jyotsna from the New Jersey chapter of the Suresh, Pranay Nadella, Steven Society of Professional Journalists Tang, and Isabelle Tseng. in the Radio Enterprise category. Both shows were part of Katz’s on- New Jersey League: The sixth going “Views and Voices” public grade team took first place out of affairs series at WWFM, the classi- 193 schools. Students receiving cal network at Mercer County Col- high scores were Dhruva Byrap- aired in December, 2007, can be atna, Bharath Jaladi, Angela Yu, lege that examines the effects of the heard on WWFM Saturdays at 7 economy on different aspects of Catherine Lee, and William Jiao. p.m. The show, which also earned The seventh grade team took the region. Katz produces and hosts awards at the 2009 Garden State the shows. first place out of 185 schools. Stu- Journalists Memorial Awards, is dents receiving high scores were The first place award was for a archived at wwfm.org. January 24, 2009, “Arts and the Jason Shi, Yinan Zheng, Andrew Economy” roundtable discussion Chen, David Geng, and Aleck about how arts organizations in Math League Zhao. New Jersey and Pennsylvania are The eighth grade team tied for dealing with the weak economy rover Middle School students first place out of 177 schools. and how some are finding innova- Grose to the top of the Continen- High-scoring students were Chai- tive ways to grow and thrive. The tal Math League and the New Jer- tanya Asawa, Sally Jiao, Jeffrey second place award was for a July sey Math League. The advisors are Kuan, Saaketh Krosuri, and 11, 2009, program about how non- Kathy Kempf and Lisa Pacifico. Pranay Nadella. profit organizations are coping Continental League: The sixth NEED TO SELL YOUR HOME? JUST PICK UP THE PHONE! with today’s economy, and re- grade team placed first regionally Girl Scouts Nayla B. Burns defining their strategies to adapt. in the Pythagorean Division. Stu- Realtor Associate Katz spent more than a decade in dents receiving high scores were WP Girl Scouts earning Your Multi-lingual Realtor: English, French, print journalism, including posi- Amun Sahrawat, Dhruva Byrap- WGold Awards include Emily Arabic, Italian, tions at the Connecticut Post and atna, Yuqing Chai, Angela Yu, Straley and Amanda Bautista, Greek, Spanish Bloomberg News, where she fre- Kevin Gu, William Jiao, Cather- both of Plainsboro, and Kimberly & Portuguese quently appeared as a guest on ine Lee, Jeffrey Dong, and Clifton of West Windsor. They East Windsor OPEN HOUSE SUN. 6/13 - Brand New Construction in 1-4 PM AND EVERY SUN. Bloomberg television and radio to Michael Mu. were honored at a ceremony on the adult community Riviera. For Sale. Linwood discuss breaking news about major The seventh grade team placed Sunday, June 6, at the College of Provincial model. 3 BRs, 3 full BAs. Loft with 3rd U.S. retailers. She also spent three first nationally in the Pythagorean New Jersey. BR and bath, 2-car gar., small porch patio and 412,000 RENTAL - 2800/Month years as a freelance reporter in St. Division. Students receiving high To earn the award, the girl must another open patio. Lots of upgrades. $ $ Petersburg, Russia. She has scores were Andrew Chen, Hao- complete components that help her Nayla B. Burns worked at WWFM for more than Hua Gu, Angela Mao, Nishad build skills in leadership, commu- Office: 609-275-5101 x2542 • Cell: 609-462-8122 three years. Maskara, Aleck Zhao, Bill Email: [email protected] “Views and Voices,” which first Continued on following page 8 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 men Quinn Maingi, and Robin Continued from preceding page Chemistry Honor Li. The advisor is Morty Levin. nication, time management, team- The Federal Reserve Bank of work, dedication, responsibility, New York invites high school goal setting, and commitment. She teams to enter the competition, then creates and implements a 65- which begins with regional and hour project that makes a differ- district rounds. Teams gather and ence in her community. Visit analyze data and research in prepa- www.gscsnj.org or call 800-582- ration for a 15-minute presentation 7692 for information. that includes an analysis of current economic and financial conditions in the United States, a forecast of Trout Released economic and financial conditions Rebecca Rogers of critical importance in the devel- illstone River School recent- Felix Xiao, above, a grade 10 opment of monetary policy, identi- Sales Associate Mly released young brook trout student at High School North, re- fication of risks to the U.S. econo- into Walnut Brook. Funded by a cently competed in the Merck my that should be of special con- • Graduate Realtor Institute grant from the WW-P Education chemistry test, which is given annu- cern for monetary policymakers, • Accredited Buyer Representative Foundation, fourth and fifth grade ally across the state of New Jersey and monetary policy recommenda- • Certified Residential Specialist students had raised the fish from to numerous high school students. tions with supporting reasons. A eggs as part of New Jersey Fish and He scored second in the state in 10-minute Q&A by a panel of Wildlife’s “Trout in the Class- chemistry. Xiao and his nominating judges, comprising staff members, ® room” program. Following the re- teacher, Julie Norato, will attend professional economists, and edu- lease of the trout, students spent the the awards ceremony at Merck. cators, follows. day learning more about the cold- water ecosystem. Fed Challenge OF PRINCETON “This is one example — and a Faculty successful example — of how our igh School North won the Kristina Susca, a teacher at 343 Nassau Street • Princeton, NJ 08540 funds augment the educational pro- New York Federal Reserve High School North, is the recipient gramming in our schools,” says H Bank economic competition and of the teacher-leader program Marcia Smith Fleres, executive Office: 609-452-1887, ext. 7114 then took second place at the na- scholarship provided through the director the foundation. “The WW- www.rebeccarogers.com tional finals in Washington, D.C., sponsorship of Novo Nordisk. P Education Foundation works to on May 18. Governor’s Teacher/Education- promote excellence in the sciences, Team members include Parvez al Professionals Recognition mathematics, and humanities, and Ahmed Garcia, Joanne Im, Ra- Award honorees include Virginia foster creativity in the classroom.” Baner, Community Middle School; Lisa Bremer, Village School; Marilyn Cloer, Town Center School; Linda D’Orlando, Grover Middle School; Melissa Fisher, Dutch Neck School; Lau- ren Gallagher, Millstone River School; Regina Lertch, Wicoff School; Cheryl Lowenbraun, Maurice Hawk School; Barbara Prezlock, High School North; and Carla Royster, High School South. “It all comes down to a Buyer, a Seller, and Graduates Pennington School: Sarah E. ROXANNE GENNARI” Oppenheim of Plainsboro and — NY Times Erin A. Simon of West Windsor graduated on June 5. Awards Katherine Amigo, a junior at High School North, received a Kristin Appelget Civil Engage- ment Student award for encourag- ing students to volunteer for orga- nizations such as Special Olympics and Medical Mission of Mercy, USA. She received $250 from the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Catherine Lee, a sixth grade student at Grover Middle School, received a first place award in the New Jersey Center for the Book’s Letters about Literature Contest, grades four to six level. Other area winners include Ernest Chiu, grade eight, Community Middle Roxanne Gennari School, second place in level two. Honorable mention were received #1 Coldwell Banker Agent in Mercer County by Victoria Chan of West Windsor and Sruthi Meka of Plainsboro and For Sales Volume and Transactions* Community Middle School stu- dents Alice Li, Sowmya Gadiraju, Ranked in the Top 1% of Coldwell Banker and NRT* Nikhil Raman, Eric He, and Ro- han Agrawal. A reception was OVER 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE held on May 12. NJAR CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE — PLATINUM — 2009 Shounak Ghosh, an eighth grade student at Community Mid- Over 37 Million Closed Sales AND 124 Transactions — 2009** dle School, will attend the People to People Leadership Summit in ** Based on Trend MLS Data 2009 Harvard University from June 27 to July 3. The academically rigor- ous program is focused on leader- Princeton Junction Office: 609-586-7252 ship development and global 50 Princeton-Hightstown Road 609-799-7148 awareness. Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 609-799-8181 Kory Beach of West Windsor [email protected] will travel to Japan to live with a RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE host family and participate in a cul- ©2009 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. tural immersion experience on a An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Youth For Understanding pro- *Based on 61,000 Sales Associates nationwide. NRT is the nation's largest residential real estate brokerage firm and #1 in the nation for 11 consecutive years. gram. A student at High School NRT is the subsidiary of Realogy Corporation. Realogy is a frachisor of six of the most recognized brands in the real estate industry: Better Homes South, Beach is a recipient of the and Gardens® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, ERA®, and Sotheby's International Realty®, Coldwell Banker Commercial® and ONCOR International™ Mitsui USA scholarship. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 9 PLEASE JOIN OUR CAREER SEMINARS! Century 21 Abrams Hutchinson & Associates 64 Princeton Hightstown Road Princeton Junction, NJ Questions answered regarding: Why Choose • Income Potential Century 21 Abrams, • Real Estate School Hutchinson & Associates? Locations & Times • #1 Brand • Licensing Requirements in Real Estate • General Overview • Leader in the Local Marketplace Jaime Mishkin, a junior at High • Onsite Training School South, received the Prix Graduates: Evan Christopher Rothera, left, Thenap- • Busy Office with d’Excellence awarded by the De- pan Chandrasekar, and Anna Rehwinkel received de- over 100 Agents partment of French and Italian and grees this spring. funded by the Center for Excel- lence in French Studies at Prince- We Look Forward ton University. Mishkin was nomi- LaSalle University: Anna Musical Notes Gloria Hutchinson Ed Bershad to Meeting with you! nated by her French honors Rehwinkel received her doctorate Owner/ Manager/ Sales Associate Broker Associate teacher, Madame Ly. in psychology. She is a graduate of Hanne Hansen of Plainsboro is High School South, Class of 2001, one of the newest members of Jer- Call 609-945-4115 Emily Schuit, a senior at High and received her bachelor’s degree sey Harmony Chorus. Women who for details and dates! School North, received a procla- in psychology from Johns Hopkins love to sing are invited to visit the mation from West Windsor Town- in 2005. She earned her master’s chorus during rehearsals on Mon- 64 Princeton Hightstown Rd ship in honor of receiving the Com- degree in psychology from LaSalle days at 7:15 p.m. at 112 Main Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 Abrams, Hutchinson cast Leaders and Achievers schol- University in 2007 and was a chief Street, Forrestal Village, Plains- 609-683-5000 & Associates arship. The ceremony was held on psychology extern at the school in boro. May 19 in the municipal building. 2008 and 2009. Visit www.harmonize.com/ Aparaajit Sriram of Plains- An intern at the North Dakota jerseyharmony, call Carole Aulet- boro was awarded the Louis Bay II Health Clinic in Fargo for two ta at 732-469-3983, or E-mail car- Future Municipal Leaders scholar- years, she successfully presented [email protected] for more Wills & Estate Planning ship by the New Jersey League of and defended her dissertation, information. Municipalities. The $1,000 award “Post-Chemotherapy Cognitive Gabriel Yoder-Shenk, 12, re- Mary Ann Pidgeon was for his essay entitled “What Functioning in Women with Breast ceived a reflections award from the My Mayor and Governing Body Cancer.” She was awarded a two- New Jersey PTA for a music com- Pidgeon & Pidgeon, PC Do Best,” which will appear in the year primary care research fellow- position he wrote and recorded. Attorney, LLM in Taxation October issue of the New Jersey ship from UMDNJ Robert Wood The ceremony was held Sunday, Municipalities Magazine. Submis- Johnson. May 16, at the Ancient Order of Hi- 600 Alexander Road sions were received from high Muhlenberg College: Alicia bernians in Hamilton Square. His school juniors and seniors through- Wezel of Cranbury graduated with four-minute pop piano composi- Princeton out the state. He received the award a bachelors in business administra- tion, “Autumn Leaves,” was in- 609-520-1010 from Mayor Peter Cantu at the tion and finance. She is a graduate spired by the Reflections theme May 12 meeting of the Plainsboro of High School South, 2006. “Beauty Is.” www.pidgeonlaw.com Township Committee. “Gabe taught himself how to New York University School of play keyboard on his Yamaha key- Medicine: David A. Vecchione of In College board that he has had since age 5,” Plainsboro Open House Sun 6/13 1–4pm – $180,000 West Windsor earned his medical says his mother Cynthia Yoder. Gettysburg College: Evan degree. He begins his residency “He began experimenting with dif- Christopher Rothera of West training in orthopedic surgery at Ravens Crest Penthouse 3rd Flr, 2BR ferent sounds and compositions 2Ba Encino Model. Renovated in 2009 w Windsor graduated summa cum Jackson Memorial Medical Center and eventually began taking piano New Roof, Siding Windows & Doors. laude with a bachelor of arts degree in Miami, Florida later this month. lessons in 2007.” Visit Gabriel Yo- Cathedral Ceiling and Skylight; Wood in history and Spanish. He was in- Laminate Floors. Virtual Tour and photos: Rowan University: Plainsboro der-Shenk on YouTube.com to lis- ducted into Phi Beta Kappa, Omi- www.2307RavensCrestDrive.com. graduates include Leonard Lat- ten to some of his earlier works. cron Delta Kappa, and Phi Alpha Directions: from US1 go 5 mi. South on tanzio with a degree in biological Scudders Mill Road, then turn left into Theta. He edited the Gettysburg science, and Kristy Beth Haar Ravens Crest Entrance to #2307. Historical Journal; and co-founded Births with a degree in elementary educa- and co-edited the Gettysburg Col- tion and American studies. The University Medical Center lege Journal of the Civil War Era. at Princeton has announced the fol- He spent the fall semester of his ju- Wake Forest University School lowing births: nior year in Mendoza, Argentina, of Law: Justin B. Richman of Princeton Forrestal Village • 112 Village Blvd. Princeton, NJ 08540-5760 in a study abroad program and took Plainsboro graduated with a juris Office: 609-951-8600 Ext. 144 • Cell: 609-509-0777 CYRIL “CY” GAYDOS Continued on following page REALTOR® ASSOCIATE classes at the Universidad Na- doctor degree. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated cional de Cuyo, studying Argen- tine history and culture. In the fall Rothera will begin his doctorate coursework in history at Penn State. T: (609)716-9600 408 Plainsboro Rd F: (609)716-9602 Jefferson Medical College: Plainsboro, NJ 08536 Thenappan Chandrasekar of 1-888-637-6188 Plainsboro graduated magna cum Visit our neighborhood websites: www.M3Realty.com laude. He graduated from High www.OurWalkerGordonfarm.com • www.OurPrincetonCrossing.com School North, Class of 2004, and received a bachelor of science from www.OurGroversMill.com Pennsylvania State University in 2006. Windmere & Grover’s Mill He also received “The Michael Grasso, M.D. Prize in Urology” Neighborhood Garage Sale award, in recognition of his posi- Saturday, 6/19, 9am-4pm tive contributions in assisting the Jefferson College urology depart- FREE! For more information or registration West Windsor - Beautiful colonial features 4 bed rooms • Plainsboro - Crossing at Grover’s Mill...prime loc, quiet neigh- ment’s understanding of urological study room • conservatory room • 3½ baths • 2 car garage • borhood. A real pleasure to show. Well appointed, tastefully call 609-716-9600, or email [email protected] full finished basement • 9 ft ceiling on the 1st floor • crown decorated, like a model home. Hardwood flr throughout, gour- disorders — accomplished during molding • kitchen with 42" cherry cabinets • granite counter met kit, custom window treatments, cathedral ceiling family (rain date 6/26, 9am-4pm) tops and center island • 2nd floor features a spacious master room, fully fin. bsmt w/custom bar, M. bed. rm. w/seating area, his four years of clinical and/or ba- suite with sitting area and master bath with dual vanities • prof. landscaping w/paver patio. $959,000 shower and soaking tub with Jet • princess suite • Jack and Jill sic science research. Chandrasekar bath • two bedrooms and upgraded bathrooms. $899,000

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M. suite w/vaulting ceiling, 2 WI closets, new double sink granite c’tops & whirlpool. Other 2 baths also have new granite tops & mirrors. Full fin- ished basement. $599,900 10 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 cut. a sister and brother-in-law, Survivors include his children, Continued from preceding page Joan Bradshaw Thoma and Albert Henry Tindall of Vermont, Kate Twins, a son and a daughter, Hinton of Virginia Beach, Vir- Tindall of Georgia, Gordon Tindall were born to West Windsor resi- ginia; and six grandchildren. of Texas, and Siu Lan Schroeter; dents Jean and John Grecsek, Richard A. Mika, 65, of Rob- son-in-law, Mark Schroeter; and May 24. binsville died May 26 at RWJ Uni- grandchildren, Emma and A son was born to West Windsor versity Hospital at Hamilton. He Matthew of New York. Donations residents Rebecca Yuan and retired in 2000 after 33 years as a may be made to Wood Library, 134 June 28 to July 30 Jinghua Kuang, May 25. teacher with the West Windsor- North Main Street, Canandaigua, Plainsboro School District. Dona- NY 14424. • For ages 5 to 13 Deaths tions may be made to the Richard Doris L. Mattonelli, 82, of • Sports, games, swimming Mika Scholarship Fund, High Hamilton died May 28 at home. Francis R. Bradshaw, 81, died School South, 346 Clarksville Survivors include a daughter and every day May 23 at Glen Hill Care and Re- Road, West Windsor 08550. son-in-law, Donna and Robert • Campers pick their own habilitation Center, Danbury, Con- Survivors include his wife, Ann Johnson of West Windsor. Dona- necticut. He was a former principal activities DeLorenzo Mika; his son and tions may be made to ALS Associ- at Dutch Neck School. daughter-in-law, Gregory and ation, Greater Philadelphia Chap- • Lunch provided Raised in Wilkes-Barre, he re- Katherine Mika; his daughter and ter, 321 Norristown Road, Suite • Special fun days each week ceived a bachelor’s degree from son-in-law, Marianne and 260, Ambler, PA 19002 or Com- Mansfield State College and a mas- • New CIT program Matthew Denlinger, and their two munity Hospice of Greenwood ter’s from Rutgers. He served in the sons, Austin and Cade; his brother House, 50 Walter Street, Ewing • Full days or half days U.S. Army during the Korean War. and sister-in-law, Thomas and 08628. During his 38-year education ca- Laurie Mika; his sisters, Jeanette Joyce Lowry, 60 of Plainsboro reer in New Jersey he taught sci- Smith and Cynthia Crain; and his died June 3 at University Medical ence as an adjunct professor at brothers-in-law and their wives, Center at Princeton. She worked at Kean University, was also princi- John and Pam DeLorenzo and Ray- www.hunschool.org McCaffrey’s Food Market in West pal of the Upper Freehold Elemen- mond and Kathy DeLorenzo (609) 921-7600 tary School; and superintendent of Windsor. Born in Elizabeth, she Winfield School District. Hiram Cook Tindall, almost moved to Plainsboro 25 years ago. Call for a personal tour. Survivors include his wife of 56 92, died May 28 in London, Eng- Survivors include two sister-in- years, Helen Haman Bradshaw; land. Born in Dutch Neck, he grad- laws and their husbands Beverly two daughters and son-in-law, Ju- uated from the College of Wooster and William Barlow of Toms Riv- dith Bradshaw Stone and Roger and served in England as a U.S. er, and Phyllis and Thomas Mul- Moeller of Bethlehem, Connecti- Army officer during World War II. hall of Berkeley; four nieces and cut, and Donna Bradshaw and Per He retired as a high school teacher their husbands; one nephew and his Djonne of Sandy Hook, Connecti- from Connecticut. wife; and seven great nieces and nephews. Emma R. Schwind, 92, of Bhatla-Usab Real Estate Group Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, died June 4. Survivors include a daugh- Why Choose a Single Agent When ter, Rosalie Summerill of West Windsor. Donations may be made You Can Have A Whole Team to Our Lady of Perpetual Help REAL ESTATE Catholic Church, 3219 Santee Working For You? 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Ogle of North Brunswick; his step-daugh- EAST WINDSOR TWP - 58 Tennyson Rd. EAST WINDSOR - 16 Shelley Cir. 3Br/2.5ba LAWRENCE TWP - 77 O’Neill Ct. 2BR/ LAWRENCE TWP - 253 Drift Ave. LAND. ter, Margaret (Salvatore) Lundberg 3BR/2.5ba. Townhome. Windsor Meadows. Townhome in Windsor Meadows-Oak Model. 2.5Ba Townhome in Lawrence Square Village. Tree Shaded 0.6 acres. Water/Sewer in street. Full Fin Bsmt. ID #254 Backs to common area. 1 car gar. ID # 244 End Unit. ID #14 ID #104 and her husband Bert of Freehold; and four grandchildren. Donations may be made to the Best Friends 100 Canal Pointe Blvd. • Princeton, NJ • 609-987-8889 Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah 84741. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 11 swimming team and the junior var- Principals sity girls soccer team. Continued from page 1 At Dutch Neck, Heil, who has been with the district since 2007, is By 1986, the district was ready also preparing to move on. Heil to build the current Community was hired over the summer in 2007 Middle School. Downs was instru- as the assistant principal at Dutch mental in its development, working Neck, leading to her position as for 10 months preparing the build- principal. She came from Burling- ing as the principal, although it was ton County’s Eastampton school not open to the students yet. The district, where she was the director school opened the following year, of curriculum, instruction, and and he has been principal there ever technology. Prior to that, she was a classroom teacher and reading spe- The Replacement Process. The since — for 22 years to be exact. school board held an executive ses- Principals Charles Rudnick, left, at South; Now, 50 years after his initial cialist for many years. Heil said she loved the diversity sion meeting on June 8, where it in- Art Downs at Community; Mary Ann Isaacs at employment with the district, terviewed one of the candidates for Millstone River; and Jeanine Heil at Dutch Neck, Downs said it is the right time for of the district. “The students inter- act in a way in which they’re open a principal position, as well as can- will all be leaving at the end of this school year. him to retire. For him, “50 years didate to take over as the new direc- was a nice, round number, and I and accepting to everything,” she said. tor of guidance, according to want to spend more time with my school board President Hemant positions to make sure we have In the past, the district would family, my wife, and my grandchil- Heil will be relocating to serve coverage where it is needed most.” send bus passes to students through as principal of an elementary Marathe. dren,” he said. Whether the board is anticipat- For example, the district will snail mail. “We’d have to print out Downs has remained so long school in another district, but de- have just one K-12 math supervisor a letter directed to the student with clined to specify that district. ing hiring the candidates will be with the district because “it is a known on Friday, June 11, when next year. “In order to provide sup- all of the information,” said Gerri very supportive community. There She earned her undergraduate port for that person, we will re- Hutner, the district’s director of degree from Trenton State College the agenda — which typically lists was really no need to change.” the names of personnel, including structure some of the other jobs to communications. “The whole He was also impressed with how (now the College of New Jersey), make sure there is coverage,” process for mailing costs $10,000, and earned her master’s degree in the administrators, up for employ- smooth and organized it has been ment approval at every meeting — Marathe said. so we’ll be able to save that money for the district to accommodate its reading education from Rowan Marathe pointed to the $7.5 mil- as we move to online.” University. She has also earned the is posted on the district’s website. growth. “The transitions that the And as the district looks to re- lion the district has already cut dur- “People are expecting these Board of Education and district distinction of being a National ing the budget process. kinds of changes and appreciate the Board Certified teacher, which she place the four principals, Marathe went through were always done in said the district is not anticipating ability to just go online,” she said. a professional way,” he said. “The earned in 2002. To access the bus pass informa- Heil pointed to her work with any additional administrative cuts Bus Passes Online diversity is a big change from when through attrition than was antici- tion, parents can log on beginning I first started. It was very rural, and the PTA to set up an art auction to Friday, August 20. Parents should raise money for the WW-P Educa- pated in the 2010-’11 approved eginning in September, the now it is much more diverse and school budget. West Windsor-Plainsboro log into their accounts and click on much more sophisticated.” tion Foundation this year. “Each B the icon labeled “Transportation” class created a piece of artwork,” “In the budget process itself, we school district will no longer be Downs always enjoyed seeing said we were reducing the adminis- mailing bus passes to students in on the left-hand side of the page. former students come back and she said. “Looking at the art pieces, Parents who do not have an ac- they don’t look like they were cre- trative positions above and beyond grades first through twelfth. share their life experiences with the three positions who had already However, school officials say count on Infinite Campus can cre- him. “It feels a little strange when ated by 4 to 8-year-olds,” she said. ate one at any time. To set up an ac- The event was held at Mercer Oaks retired,” he said, pointing out that parents can find bus pass informa- students I taught back in the 1960s the district has already reduced the tion on Infinite Campus. Kinder- count, send an E-mail to infinite- had children, and their children and ended up raising $11,600. “All [email protected]. For questions that money was donated back to the number of administrators by five. garten and preschool students will come back to school, and say, ‘My “We have significantly fewer still receive a letter with bus pass related to busing, E-mail the trans- mother had you when she was in WW-P Education Foundation, so it portation department at went right back to the schools.” administrators than we had,” he information and a bus pass badge, school,’” he said. “Or even grand- said. “We are restructuring all the officials said. [email protected]. children.” She said a theme in the school is He said he will miss the interac- “Dexter’s Good Deeds,” named af- tion with the community, students, ter the school’s mascot, Dexter. and teachers, but he will not be too “This was another step we took to far away. Downs, who lives in show students how things come Montgomery, will try to get in- full circle,” she said. Heil says she volved in as many school activities hopes they will continue with the as he can. “I enjoyed the 50 years in program next year. WW-P,” he said. “I have a lot of “I’m hoping it’s these little lega- fond memories I’ll look back upon cies I can leave to Dutch Neck in days of reflection. I met a lot of School,” she said. great people, and hopefully, some- In addition to the four princi- body will think I made a difference pals, Mary Ann Fornal, assistant somewhere.” principal at Town Center; Nancy Like Downs, Rudnick has also Icenhower, the district’s director of been a huge part of the WW-P com- guidance for K-12; Stephanie Ler- munity, having begun his career oux, assistant principal at Commu- here in 1991 as a teacher at South. nity Middle; Sam Hendrickson, as- In 1997, he became assistant prin- sistant principal at Village; and cipal at South, a position he held for Miriam Robin, the supervisor of half a decade. science for grades 4 through 8 have In 2002, Rudnick was named to all announced they are leaving the replace the retiring Michael Carr as district after this year. principal at South. Born and raised in Trenton, Rudnick graduated from Trenton High School in the 1960s. 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He also coached the varsity 12 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 WW Budget:1.4-Cent Tax Increase by Cara Latham “The township will only be al- lowed next year to go up by half a he West Windsor Township million dollars,” said Hsueh, refer- Council has introduced its ring to Governor Chris Christie’s T$37 million budget, but not proposed 2.5 percent cap on prop- everyone is optimistic about its erty tax increases next year. Taking much lower 1.4-cent tax rate in- $300,000 and “assuming the econ- crease. omy will come back is a good as- The budget, introduced on May sumption,” Hsueh said. “But 28 by a 4-1 vote, with Councilman $600,000 is definitely going to cre- Charles Morgan dissenting, in- ate more problems. The population cludes the use of $600,000 in funds in West Windsor continues to received from the sale of two liquor grow.” licenses in this year’s budget. The Hsueh acknowledged that the revenue was originally to be used council makes the ultimate deci- municipal building renovations but sion, but said council members will now be used to offset taxes. need to be aware of the 2.5 percent The idea was proposed in the cap, which will put a serious strain 11th-hour by Council President on township services if the town- George Borek as a way to build ship is only allowed to increase the consensus on the council, which budget by half a million dollars cil meeting, resident Guy Pierson Meadow Road Opening: Engineer Francis Guzik, had struggled for more than two over the prior year. Having a slight- asked the council to do something months to find ways to limit the im- ly higher budget this year will al- about the tall grass on the Route 1 left, Council President George Borek, Council mem- pact on taxpayers. low for a larger dollar amount in frontage in the West Windsor por- bers Diane Ciccone and Charles Morgan, Mayor All together, the council cut next year’s budget. tion of the road — a safety hazard, Shing-Fu Hsueh, residents Susyn and Steve Kraham $800,000 from the budget. The “Even though it’s not official, he said. and Dan McCarthy, and director of community de- first part of savings came from I’m pretty sure it’s going to get Hsueh said that while it is a state velopment Pat Ward celebrate the opening of the about $200,000 in cuts to overtime road, and state crews are responsi- passed,” Hsueh added. “I think the road from Carnegie Center to Bear Brook Road. and nonessential part-time staff. assumption the council is making ble for maintenance, township em- The second part of the savings is that it’s a bad economic year, and ployees used to maintain the areas came from the $600,000 taken next year the economy will come when the state could not get to it in from $1.3 million in liquor license a timely fashion, but not anymore. “It makes it easier to babysit,” is the responsibility of the develop- back. That is a very optimistic said Steve Kraham. His wife er who is building the garden apart- sales this year. The cuts were ap- view. I think we all want the econ- “We have to be more selective.” proved 4-1 prior to the special ses- said Hsueh. “It’s a tough time.” added, “My daughter said to call ments on Clarksville Road. West omy to come back next year. It’s her to go to Whole Foods as soon as Windsor officials say that the work sion on May 28 specifically for in- going to take a longer time. Even But the council should look at troduction of the budget. long-term planning so more ser- the road re-opened.” at the intersection has begun and is A public hearing on the budget vices will not have to be cut in the The couple aren’t the only resi- expected to be complete by the end dents who anxiously awaited the of the year. is scheduled for Monday, June 28. The budget uses some future. He referred to the $619,620 The $1.3 million in revenue completion of the project. They $600,000 from liquor li- the township lost in revenue from from the liquor licenses was origi- the Energy Tax Receipts Property were joined by Dan McCarthy, a Reimbursement nally to be used for renovating the cense sale revenues to- Tax Relief program, which was cut resident of the Estates at Princeton an office trailer attached to the mu- wards tax relief. by the state for 2010. “Next year, Junction, who also pulled up in his Policy Resurfaces nicipal building that houses the we have no idea whether the state car to attend the ribbon-cutting cer- Health, Recreation, and Emer- will impose more requirements emony to celebrate the opening of t has resurfaced yet again, and gency Services departments. that we have to pay for,” he said. “I the road. Ithis time the issue is over a $40 though it’s moving in the right di- “He has been coming here every bill for reimbursement for dinner Under the proposed budget, this rection, it doesn’t mean it’s going tried to push for the zero percent in- year’s tax rate would increase by crease, but there are too many para- day,” said Mayor Shing-Fu Hsueh, served at a recent Mercer County to come back right away.” who was joined by Township Chamber of Commerce conference 1.4 cents to 34.5 cents per $100 of He pointed to services, like meters that we have to deal with.” assessed value over last year. That Morgan, who has advocated Council members George Borek, attended by Councilwoman Linda garbage collection, that may be on Charles Morgan, and Diane Cic- Geevers. translates into a municipal tax bill the chopping block. The township dipping further into the surplus to of $1,845 for the owner of a home reduce taxes, voted against cone as well as township engineer Councilman Charles Morgan pays what averages out to be about Francis Guzik and Pat Ward, the asked for the item to be pulled from assessed at the township average of $172 per household in garbage col- Borek’s proposal and also voted $534,782 — an $75 increase. against introduction on May 28. director of community develop- the list of bills and claims approved lection. If the township cuts the ser- ment. by the Township Council at the Of the $37 million budget, vices in next year’s budget, resi- The council had struggled since $20.97 million is expected to be March to cut down the originally The first phase of the Meadow June 1 meeting because he felt the dents will have to pay anywhere Road reconstruction project ex- reimbursement was for an expense raised through taxation, an in- from $300 to $500 privately for the proposed $37.1 million package. crease of 1.9 percent. The rest That plan called for a 5.8 percent tended Meadow Road to the not relevant to township business. collection, Hsueh said. Carnegie Center Connector Road Morgan ultimately voted comes from township revenues. Currently, the township is al- tax levy increase, which would However, Mayor Shing-Fu have meant an increase of $139 on and Meadow Road overpass, elim- against the reimbursement, but not ready receiving complaints from inating the old curvature of the before a brief airing of his discon- Hsueh said that prior to the intro- residents about the reduction in the average tax bill. duction of the budget, he had sup- Having already called for the road. The project also included the tent, which resulted in the council leaf and brush collection. But the reconstruction and widening of the agreeing to discuss a formal reim- ported the idea of using half township is only using overtime for use of $200,000 more in surplus ($300,000) of what was ultimately than it did last year — for a total of roadway from the Princeton Pres- bursement policy during an up- occasions including public safety byterian Church in front of Duck coming council meeting. taken from the liquor license rev- issues. $4.4 million being used from sur- enue — but no more — for a total plus to offset taxes — the council Pond Park out to Carnegie Center The issue is certainly not new to Others have complained of sim- Drive. Installation of a new gravity West Windsor politics. In 2008 the tax rate increase of 1.9 cents. ilar situations. At the June 1 coun- wanted to avoid dipping further in- to the surplus for tax relief, as Mor- sanitary sewer line from the Mead- idea of creating a reimbursement gan had proposed. ow Lane apartments to Clarksville policy surfaced after the council Road was also done as part of the deliberated a 50 percent council first phase of the project. raise from $5,000 a year to $7,500, Meadow Road The sewer line will service the and then a salary increase for the Extension Open garden apartment complex under mayor from $17,685 to $25,000. construction on Clarksville Road, Proponents argued that the raise s county and municipal offi- and represents the first phase in the was intended to cover the expenses Acials were putting the final eventual decommissioning of the they incurred while on the job, and touches on the new portion of Duck Pond Run pump station. The that the raises would eliminate the Meadow Road just before 2 p.m. flow for this gravity line will feed need for submitting reimburse- on June 4, Steve and Susyn Kra- into the D and R Canal Interceptor. ment forms and dealing with ques- ham approached the busy intersec- The existing Old Meadow Road, tions that could be raised when it tion, stopping to see whether it was coming from Route One to the comes to determining which reim- really true. Meadow Lanes apartments, will bursements are associated with the The drive for the couple, who end in a cul-de-sac for access to the job. live in Canal Pointe, has been a apartments. The remaining old Opponents said that expenses routine. Leaving from their devel- Meadow Road will be preserved as legitimately accrued by council opment, they have taken the Mead- a service road. members as part of township busi- ow Road overpass up to the begin- A sidewalk on the east side of ness should be submitted and reim- ning of the construction zone to Meadow Road, from Carnegie bursed. Morgan argued then, how- monitor the progress of the recon- Center Drive to Bear Brook Road, ever, that he submitted vouchers struction progress this year. was also included in the project. that still had not been paid, and It was true: for the first time, Striping for dedicated bike lanes controversy broke out over the le- they did not have to turn left onto from Carnegie Center Drive to a gitimacy of those reimbursements. the Carnegie Center connector point south of the Estates at Prince- One was reimbursement for a con- road, where the old Meadow Road ton Junction was also completed. ference call and another was reim- had curved off. In the future, officials hope to bursement for taking Planning The couple wanted to be among extend the road widening and bike Board Chairman Marvin Gardner the first residents to drive along the lanes south to the Clarksville Road to lunch to discuss the board’s in- steady connection right to Bear intersection. The reconstruction of volvement in the redevelopment Brook Road and to their daughter’s that intersection will include the in- process. house in the Estates at Princeton stallation of traffic signals with The issue resurfaced in Septem- Junction. dedicated turn lanes. But that work ber, 2009, when Morgan pointed to JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 13 the $250 blanket reimbursement Trolley Line Trail: Mercer Lake, and the addition of but couldn’t get permission from The family was so concerned for the mayor as a reason a clear re- two more miles of trail to reach the PSE&G,” Hsueh added. “I was told when prospects of a trail were dis- imbursement policy was needed. Hurdles Abound lake are already in the works, said this is the first one and last because cussed that they approached the Morgan had argued that a $14 West Windsor Mayor Shing-Fu they’re not going to give any more Township Council, which assured voucher for parking the mayor he idea of connecting Plains- Hsueh, who also said PSE&G is permission in the near future.” the family the path was stopping at submitted in addition should have Tboro and West Windsor — and willing to go no further with the Aside from having to convince Rabbit Hill Road. been included in the mayor’s $250 their two high schools — by means trail. PSE&G to allow for development On top of safety concerns for the blanket travel reimbursement, and of a scenic seven-mile pathway Still, the trail remains unrivaled, of a trail on its remaining property, passersby, Greber said the family not approved as an additional re- may seem like a good idea on the Hsueh claims. “It’s the only trolley the proposal for a connection also worries about the safety of the imbursement. surface. But officials from both line trail in the whole state of New through West Windsor’s border in- horses on her farm. “Because it’s a Both he and Geevers had draft- township’s say the idea has been Jersey,” Hsueh said. “I pushed for to Plainsboro is also not a popular farm and people cherish open ed their own policies, but none has studied many times and that it’s it when I took over the mayor’s of- idea with residents in that area. spaces here so much, they think it’s ever been formally pursued. easier said than done. Bettie Greber, whose family public property,” she said. “People In the most recent situation, The prospect of creating an in- owns the Wildflowers horse farm reach through the fences. They Geevers argued that her $40 reim- ter-town trail from Plainsboro A connection through on Cranbury Road near the boarder climb the fences and feed and pet bursement was relevant to town- Pond down to Mercer Lake West Windsor’s border with Plainsboro, said the family the horses,” conditions which are ship business because the town- through expansion of the Trolley into Plainsboro is not a would be very concerned about the not safe for the people or horses. ship is a member of the chamber, Line Trail was examined in the safety for pedestrian and bikes rid- “If there were a bike or pedestri- two West Windsor students were May 28 issue of this paper. popular idea with resi- ers who would then be crossing an path cutting through our proper- being honored, and as a liaison to Fulfilling the idea is virtually dents in that area. through the middle of her family’s ty, I don’t know what we would the West Windsor Parking Author- impossible without permission property if the path were created. do,” she said. “The path would go ity, she listened to relevant infor- from PSE&G, which owns the The family leases the property between the pastures where we mation from guest speaker Bill Ba- right of way along the defunct Fast fice in 2001. It took me three years under the high-tension wires for walk the horses,” and that could set roni, the deputy executive director Line Trolley. PSE&G, which has to come to an agreement with agricultural purposes, but any one up a horse to be spooked. of the Port Authority of New York placed high-tension lines along the PSE&G.” else who walks on the PSE&G Not everyone has dismissed the and New Jersey. former rail line, has said it will not The development of the trail right-of-way is trespassing. “The idea. Jerry Foster, of the West Still, Morgan said, “I have a sign off on its completion for rea- came from $200,000 in funding trespassing issues are very seri- Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian suspicion that if I put in for this re- sons including safety issues, said from the federal government to ous,” she said. “Most people are Alliance has submitted a letter (see imbursement, I would have faced a Plainsboro Mayor Peter Cantu. build what is now called the Pig cooperative. They think it is open page 3) stating the organization en- bigger challenge.” “Their concerns were over is- Town Bridge, and $100,000 from space, but it’s not public property.” dorses the idea, but acknowledges Councilwoman Diane Ciccone sues about security and safety,” the state Department of Trans- Further, the trestle over the Mill- the concerns of the surrounding offered to look at drafts of propos- said Cantu. “They did provide a pi- portation to build a passageway. stone Creek is not stable enough to property owners, and the chal- als from both Morgan and Geev- lot project in West Windsor, but “We have another $200,000 to safely withstand pedestrians and lenges that need to be overcome for ers. they were certainly not very posi- finish the missing link from Mercer bikers, Greber said. the trail to become a reality. tive about further expansion.” County Park boathouse to New Walden Woods “It’s a good idea if you can do Village Road,” said Hsueh. “It’s it,” Cantu added. “But you can’t do happening now. What we’re doing Woes Resolved? it unless you get approval. We al- is going through the bidding ready did explore it several years process. The township already has fter a nearly two-year process ago, but they were not willing to permission from the county to use Aof battling to have affordable expand that easement for us for a the property along South Post housing restrictions removed from pathway system. The last time we Road at the edge of the golf their property deeds, the end checked, they still weren’t willing course.” seems to be in sight for residents of to expand it.” Getting this far certainly was no the Walden Woods development. The official Trolley Line Trail walk in the park. “It took me three The state Council on Afford- as it exists today spans a 2.5-mile years including a lot of political able Housing has sent the Walden stretch in West Windsor from Rab- contacts and networking,” Hsueh Woods residents a letter stating it bit Hill Road near Cranbury Neck said. Adding any connections will Road and continues to Penn Lyle be even harder, he said, echoing Road near Village Road West. The Cantu. Continued on page 15 open pathway continues toward “Plainsboro wanted to do this GRAND REOPENING! Mercer County Boathouse NEWLY RENOVATED!

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Plainsboro Township em- Aployee is facing theft charges after he allegedly purchased $11,000 worth of computer equip- ment with township funds for his own personal use. Paul F. Legato, 42, of Harvard Circle in Princeton, the township’s computer systems coordinator, was charged after an investigation into a missing digital camera with- in the police department led to an audit of purchases. Lieutenant Joseph Duffy said that through the audit police dis- covered that $11,000 worth of computer-related software and equipment were purchased by Legato with township funds be- tween June, 2005, and February, 2009, Duffy said. The items were converted to Legato’s personal use and were discovered at his resi- dence, Duffy said. Legato has been employed by Plainsboro Township for the past seven years. In addition to theft, he has also been charged with failure to make lawful disposition and computer theft. He was released af- ter posting 10 percent of $5,000 bail. Legato has been placed on ad- ministrative leave without pay, pending a criminal trial. Primary Results

ll four candidates on the ballot Ain the primary elections on June 8 were selected to represent their respective parties on the bal- lot in November. Two Democrats and two Republicans ran, although neither party faced a challenge. There are two three-year Town- ship Committee seats up for grabs in the November elections. Incum- bents Michael Weaver and Ed Yates will be on the ballot for the Democrats, earning 265 and 256 votes, respectively. They will be challenged by Republicans Neil P. Sutter and Anthony Cook, who re- ceived 224 and 217 votes, respec- tively. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 15 process. In its resolution, COAH failure of acknowledgement,” said Walden Woods had noted that the homeowners, Morgan, who said he wanted to see Continued from page 13 West Windsor residents, and the project move forward. COAH staff were continuing to Business Administrator Robert would give West Windsor Town- meet in an effort to find a resolu- Hary said it would take 45 days to ship the full number of credits for tion to the issues “pertaining to the re-bid the project. the homes, but grant the residents extension of expiring controls on West Windsor is rounding the 10-year — as opposed to 30-year certain units at Walden Woods.” corner in its efforts to renew the — affordable housing restrictions, The letter also acknowledged historical landmark in the heart of making them eligible now to re- that the 10-year deed restrictions the township. “We have the mon- ceive market value for their homes. have either expired or will expire ey, and we want to make sure we The residents of the 16 units in during COAH’s third round, which get this resolved as soon as possi- the development and the mayor are spans from 1999-2018. The letter ble,” said Mayor Shing-Fu Hsueh. all calling the news a “win-win sit- then states that COAH does not re- “The Schenck farm will potentially uation,” while the mayor said he quire the deed controls to fulfill the be another public place the resi- sees no problems in working with prior round obligations. dents can enjoy and use for recre- the residents, who have asked the “The letter basically says the ation and community events.” Township Council to pass a resolu- township gets the credit for our The Township Council ap- tion acknowledging COAH’s houses, and we do in fact have a 10- proved two contracts in October year restriction,” said Voytek for the interior fit-out of the arti- statements. Council President George Borek, left, and Mayor “In West Windsor’s third round Trela. “The township gets what it facts room in the barn on the site, as housing element and fair share wanted, and we get what we want- well as for the construction of Shing-Fu Hsueh, right, were among those who hon- plan, the Walden Woods develop- ed. I would hope that this quells foundations for the school house ored community activist and former council member ment is included as part of the prior any type of misunderstanding and and wagon house and for framing Rae Roeder on May 31 for her years of work organiz- round obligation,” states the letter any type of other argument.” of the wagon house. ing the annual Memorial Day Parade. from Sean Thompson, the acting To ensure this, Trela ap- The bids were for installation of Photo by Brian McCarthy. executive director of COAH. proached the Township Council on the sheeting and roof, as well as a “COAH does not require the deed June 1, asking Council to pass a door, for the wagon house. Once controls of units fulfilling the prior resolution to acknowledge and that work is done, the only remain- ment the main house, which now nick Engineers of Haddonfield, round obligation extend through agree that the Walden Woods resi- ing work will be the construction of serves as the historical society’s which submitted a proposal last the entire third round. As a result, dents’ restrictions are “in fact for restroom facilities on site. home. month for additional professional West Windsor may receive prior 10 years.” Set back from Southfield Road, The restoration project began in engineering services. The total re- round credit for the units in the Township Attorney Michael the Schenck Farmstead is buffered 1991, when the land and its struc- vised contract, originally approved Walden Woods development.” Herbert acknowledged during the by the surrounding cornfields and tures were donated to the township in February, 2008, is worth Walden Woods, on Bear Brook meeting that he and other township rows of trees and shrubbery. The by West Windsor land baron Max $66,070. Road, was created in the 1990s officials had received the letter. He Zaitz. Officials have been working The beginning of construction through the Operation Bootstrap said officials would be working out on its restoration ever since. The on the Alexander Road S-curve has Program, which was part of the the legal details shortly. The two lowest bidders plan also allows for other historical been delayed for more than two United States Department of Agri- “From the beginning, my posi- both failed to acknowl- structures to be located on site in years. It was originally scheduled culture Mutual Self-Help Housing tion was we wanted to look for di- edge receiving an ad- the future. Some planned buildings to begin in spring, 2008. rection from COAH and make sure Program. The program accepted dendum to the original include a windmill — already do- The project at the time included “sweat equity” in lieu of a down there were interpretations from nated for the site — and a pump widening the road to 38 feet, with payment, eliminating the primary COAH,” said Mayor Shing-Fu bid specifications. house. one lane of travel and a five-foot impediment to home ownership for Hsueh. “When they got involved, bike path in each direction. Fea- low-income families, up-front the township didn’t have most of Council Approves tures of the new road included ele- cash. Once the homes were built the records. It was between the de- council endorsed a Master Plan for vation of the roadway to create a and occupied, they would fall sub- veloper and the state. The develop- the farmstead in 2008. S-Curve Contracts banking effect, use of high friction ject to a 10-year affordable housing er didn’t come to township for a lot The site’s structures date from pavement, and improved striping restriction. of the paperwork. The township approximately the 1740s to the ear- s township officials anticipate and signage. Now, more than 10 years later, was left with a lot of deficiencies in ly 1900s, and officials have hoped Abeginning the Alexander The concept for the design of the according to homeowners’ deeds, terms of all the papers being filed.” it would serve as a tool for educat- Road S-Curve project in the late road was endorsed by council in the affordable housing restrictions Now that COAH has provided ing residents about the town’s agri- summer, the Township Council 2007. However, it was delayed be- should be lifted, along with all of that direction, “to me, it’s a win- cultural roots, as well as serve as has approved an amendment to the cause the Delaware & Raritan the other restrictions that came win,” added Hsueh. “I already the home base for the township’s existing contract with the engi- Canal Commission felt the re- with the program. The township promised them we are going to be historical society. The three struc- neers for the project. design of the S-curve with addi- and the state Council on Afford- working on the details. We are go- tures on site — the Dutch-English The Council approved, 5-0, an able Housing, however, had ar- ing to work with the property own- barn, the carriage/wagon house, additional $5,125 to the township’s Continued on following page gued that the properties are subject ers and hopefully, sooner rather and the school house — comple- contract with Remington & Ver- to the 30-year affordable restric- than later, the papers will be ready tions until 2028. for property owners and the town- The issue has been ongoing for ship to bring this to the final con- nearly two years as Walden Woods clusion.” residents Voytek and Caryn Trela Hsueh did say that removing the have been serving as the de-facto restrictions means residents will ClearClear Skin!Skin! representatives of their develop- have to begin paying taxes based ment. Until now, their efforts on market value for their homes — seemed to have hit an impasse. In a condition that comes along with Student Special! December, COAH ended the resi- being considered a fair market val- dents’ objection process by deny- ue home. Trela said residents are ing their motion seeking the chance already aware of this and still want to resubmit their objection to the to move forward. 3 Treatments for township’s fair share plan, which was submitted in 2008. Council Rejects They had filed the motion in Au- $235 (plus tax) gust to seek the opportunity to re- Schenck Farm Bids filed their objection. The residents (40% Savings) argued they filed a timely objection he Township Council voted to the plan, but COAH deemed the Tunanimously to reject the eight Offer good through 6/30/10. objection invalid. The residents ar- bids it received for work related to (Valid for one time only.) gued in the motion, however, that the reconstruction of the school their original objection was im- house and wagon house located at properly handled by the executive the Schenck Farm on Southfield A Complete Approach director of COAH at the time. They Road. argued that according to COAH’s According to township officials, to Skin Care procedural rules, COAH should the two lowest bids — from Kunz- have given the Walden Woods res- man Construction and Dell-Tech idents a chance to correct the defi- Inc. — were both found to be “non- L ciencies COAH found with their responsive” — because they both et our medically trained staff help to not only treat current skin complaint, which they said they failed to acknowledge receiving an conditions, but educate you on how to prevent future breakouts. never received. addendum to the original bid spec- In October, the township an- ifications. The rest of the bids ex- nounced that representatives from ceeded the township’s budget for The Aesthetics Center at COAH had agreed to go back the project. through their records in hopes of Councilman Charles Morgan Princeton Dermatology Associates working out a solution that would asked whether the failure to ac- satisfy both the Walden Wood res- knowledge the addendum really idents and township with regard to had to be a deal-breaker. Township Attorney Michael Herbert said that Monroe Center Forsgate 2 Tree Farm Rd. affordable housing restrictions on 5 Center Drive • Suite A Suite A-110 their homes. acknowledgement of the adden- According to the letter, sent dum is considered under law to be a Monroe Township, NJ Pennington, NJ May 24, COAH denied the Trelas “material condition.” 609-655-4544 609-737-4491 inclusion in the COAH mediation “It’s a shame the only barrier is a 16 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010

American Legion lentown on June 6 and was fol- stein, who is a second baseman, lowed by another close loss to Ew- and Paul Balestrieri, a freshman Girls’ Lacrosse: From left to right, South’s Katelyn Season Preview ing, 9-8, on June 8. pitcher and first baseman, both Salerno; North’s Lindsey Olsson and South’s Dani Last year’s team, with a 16-7 had a great year at South. Stiefel; South’s Ciara Schoenauer; and South’s Molly ools are open, school’s almost record, finished second in the Ryan Billeck, pitcher, Ben Ruta, Johnson and North’s Devin Brakel. Both teams had Pout, and the summer baseball league. Returning players include infield, and Greg Weisbecker, winning records this season: South finished 15-4, season is picking up for the WW-P Kyle Reed, pitcher; Ralph Aurora, third baseman, also join the team. American Legion team. shortstop; Chet Otis, outfield; Eric Dan Block, who graduated from while North finished 12-6. While it has opened the season Wisotsky, pitcher; Evan Smith, South last year, returns to the team. Photos by Brian McCarthy with a 1-2 record, there is optimism pitcher; and Alex Campbell, pitch- Last season the team lost in the in the team’s potential this season. er. “Our pitching staff is deep and final game of the districts. This Spring Wrap-Up: lades. Jim Rosa won the 1,600 in a Hamilton and Bordentown are two is probably one of our strengths,” year, says Hutchinson, “I think we meet-record of 4:07.89 at the Meet teams that usually dominate the says coach Don Hutchinson. have a chance to compete for a Rosas On The Run of Champions on June 3 at the conference, but WW-P is looking The team includes a blend of tal- league championship.” Hutchin- Frank Jost Field in South Plain- to earn its first league champi- ent from high schools North and son says the players blend well to- s the spring sports season at field, beating the old record of onship. South. Newcomers are Ryan Phe- gether. They are willing to give up AWW-P came to a close, mem- 4:08.11 set by Morris Hills’ Liam The team did not have a problem lan, catcher; Chris Hase, outfield; nearly every day over the summer bers of the boys’ track teams at Tansey in 2009. Meanwhile his handing Hamilton its first loss of Mike Voltmer, outfield; and Neal to play, he notes. “These are kids both North and South went out brother, Joe Rosa, finished second the season, 7-1, on June 7, a major DeVincenzo, pitcher. Zach Dono- with a passion for the game.” with a bang, and with a few more ti- in the 3,200, with a time of 8:48.55. feat, considering Hamilton’s repu- hue, an outfielder who played two WW-P plays at home at South tles in tow. Corey Abernathy also finished on a tation. The win came after WW- years ago but did not play last year, on Saturday, June 12, against North twins Jim and Joe Rosa, high note. He placed third in the P’s season-opening 8-7 loss to Al- returns to the team. Jared Ruben- North Trenton. juniors, picked up their own acco- shotput with a toss of 58-2.

New Terms for The good news for commuters A New Jersey Transit spokes- Planning Board and Agricultural S-Curve Contracts in the area is that New Jersey Tran- man said he had no information on Advisory Committee discussed a Continued from preceding page Boards Approved sit has identified the Princeton the parking garage. newly drafted farmland preserva- Junction train station as one of their But West Windsor officials are tion plan element. Among the is- tional sidewalks and bikes lanes, he West Windsor Council vot- top three priorities, said Hsueh. not the only ones looking forward sues that were raised were the right which increased impervious cover- Ted unanimously to pass an or- “They are required by the governor to development of a garage at the to farm, issues regarding leases, age, put too much water into the dinance establishing the terms of to look for additional revenues and busy train station. Senator Tom and the “51 percent rule,” which is canal, township officials reported. the appointed members of boards income, one of which was the 20 Goodwin, of District 14, has sent a implemented in other towns, but West Windsor officials had to and committees to bring them into percent fair hike,” Hsueh ex- letter to New Jersey Transit execu- not in West Windsor. find a way to put the water into a line with the council members’ plained. “Now, they’re looking in- tive director James Weinstein, ask- The 51 percent rule requires that detention basin so it would not run terms. to where they can get more money, ing for approval of the creation of 51 percent of the products sold on off impervious coverage and sub- The ordinance, approved on and the Princeton Junction train the parking garage. farms are grown locally on that mit the new design to the DRCC. June 1, complements a council de- station is one of them.” “This train station is a vital com- farm. The township’s current poli- The estimated cost of the project cision earlier this year to move mu- Hsueh also said West Windsor muting point for my constituents cy requires that 100 percent of the is about $500,000, with $190,000 nicipal elections from May to the and New Jersey Transit officials not only in West Windsor, but for products sold comes from the local in funding coming from a state De- same day as the November general are in agreement on the floor plans those from Plainsboro, Cranbury, farm. partment of Transportation grant. elections. for the garage and that West Wind- and other municipalities in the Implementing the 51 percent Mayor Shing-Fu Hsueh said the The ordinance sets the terms of sor will be one of the entities sub- State’s 14th legislative District,” rule would permit almost 50 per- township anticipates both the S- all members and advisors of and li- mitting proposals when the request Goodwin wrote in the letter. cent of products sold on farms to curve project and the Route 571 aisons to the Agricultural Advisory for proposals (RFPs) are sent out More than 7,000 commuters use come from outside sources and not bridge intersection improvements Committee; Cable Television Ad- for the project. the Princeton Junction train station local farming, explained Planning this year. The bridge intersection visory Board; Shade Tree Com- In April, the West Windsor daily. Currently, commuters on the Board Chairman Marvin Gardner. improvements are anticipated to mission; Planning Board; Site Plan Township Council submitted a waiting list to obtain a parking spot “We’re also looking into issues re- begin soon. “At the same time, Review Advisory Board; and Zon- joint proposal with the West Wind- at the train station wait for up to garding construction of buildings with the S-curve, we hope to get ing Board of Adjustment. sor Parking Authority to New Jer- seven years. that would market these types of started in the later part of the sum- Under the ordinance, the new sey Transit that would designate “The case for the new parking products,” he said. “Those build- mer,” said Hsueh. “We have some terms will begin on January 1 and the parking authority as the devel- garage is further supported by the ings will certainly come into play concerns with some of the busi- expire on December 31. Previous- oper of the new parking garage at fact that the Princeton Junction at some point when we develop an nesses in that area that need to pre- ly, the terms began on July 1 of the train station. train station is located within the ordinance reflecting what’s con- pare in order for us to get started in each year and expired June 30. As a The move would have allowed boundaries of West Windsor’s ap- tained in the farmland preservation the later part of the summer. result of the changes, the terms of the township to have a higher level proved redevelopment plan,” element.” And, “we cannot close two the current members will be ex- of control over the project. Al- Goodwin said. “The location of the Particularly, the Planning Board roads at the same time going in the tended by six months. though developing the projected garage is ideal since it would not is concerned with height and set- same direction between Princeton 2,200-space garage would give the only be close to the train tracks, but backs from the road. and West Windsor,” he added. NJT Garage Update township a greater ability to over- it would be situated near a possible Gardner said the board has see the project, West Windsor can- new transit village setting. At a asked its staff to prepare a list of the South Post Road Pump Sta- not reserve any parking spaces time when we should be encourag- issues that were raised at the meet- here is still no word from New tion Contract. In other business specifically for township residents ing the use of mass transit and pro- ing so it can have further discus- Jersey Transit when plans for during the June 1 meeting, the T in the garage.In prior talks withe moting growth and job creation, it sions with the members of the building a new parking garage at Township Council also approved a New Jersey Transit, township offi- appears obvious that moving for- Agricultural Advisory Committee. the Princeton Junction train station $13,500 contract with Van Cleef cials have also encouraged New ward on a new parking garage at This could mean that another will move forward. Engineering Associates of Hamil- Jersey Transit to include the retail the Princeton Junction train station workshop will be scheduled before According to Mayor Shing-Fu ton for engineering services related space in the design. is a win for everyone.” the public hearing scheduled for Hsueh, when the new administra- to the South Post Road Pump Sta- Hsueh said New Jersey Transit Wednesday, July 28, but no work- tion took over this year, New Jer- tion Renovations Program. has advised the township to submit shop meeting is currently sched- sey Transit officials told the town- Preservation Plan Business Administrator Robert a proposal when it sends out the uled. ship they wanted to revaluate the Hary said the contract is for minor RFPs. “In other words, we have to The plan element is intended to plan. ownship professionals are work to be done at the pump sta- bid along with the private develop- continue support for the preserva- “From a management perspec- working on compiling a list of tion’s old, wooden building. ers. I was given assurance that T tion of agriculture as a viable in- tive, their priority was the state the issues raised during a Planning The council also approved the West Windsor will be a major play- dustry within the township. The budget,” Hsueh said. “I’m hoping Board workshop meeting held to purchase of a 2011 Utility Crane er.” draft identifies sites that are to be they can do it sooner, but they have discuss farmland preservation. Truck for Public Works from An updated timeline from New retained specifically for the contin- to deal with the budget issues be- During the workshop meeting, Ditschman/Flemington Ford Fleet Jersey Transit has yet to be an- uation of agriculture. fore they move anything forward.” held on June 2, members of the Sales in Flemington. for $77,950. nounced for the process. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 17

Volleyball Standouts: Clockwise from top left, North’s Dan Hay- duchok, Jason Foster, Miraj Barodia, Kris Bebenov, and Tom Klotz; and South’s Robby Olson, Franklin Li, Jake Hoyne, and Mark Yang. North fell in the first round of the state tournament, but finished 13-10. South finished 4-14.

The North boys finished second WW-P Legion bles: Abishy Pandita/Kevin Shi, 4-6, at the Group IV Championships on County Institute of Technology. She 7-5, 6-1. May 29. Alex Prieto finished first in also placed second in 400 free, with at the Group III championships on WW-P (1-2): A loss to Ewing, 9-8, May 29, where Joe Rosa picked up A win against Moorestown, 3-2, the triple jump at 46-6 1/4, the third a time of 5:32.28, and second in the on June 8. on May 27 in the in the state Group III best mark in the state. Sam Macalu- 100 fly, with at time of 1:22.57 in the the state title in the 3,200, finishing A win against Hamilton, 7-1, on semifinals. Singles: 3.) Frank, 6-2, 6- so finished second in the 3,200-me- BB division. In the C Division, she with a time of 9:08.07. June 7. Otis: 3-2-2-0; Aurora: 2-2-1- 3. Doubles: 1.) Pandita/Shi, 7-5, 7-6 ter run, with a time of 9:09.27, while placed second in the 200 back, with Meanwhile, South’s Alex Prieto 2; Hase: 3-1-1-2; DeMouth: 4-0-1-2; (7-4). 2.) Zach Kurfirst/Kevin Shock, Brian Schoepfer placed sixth in the a time of 2:56.75. capped off his career with a Group Donohue: 2-1-0-0; Voltmer: 2-0-0-1; 7-6, 6-4. 800-meter run, with a time of At the same event, West Windsor Block: 2-1-0-0. 2B: DeMouth. SB: 1:55.00. IV state championship in the triple South: Peter Ku and Abhinay Tu- resident Jack McIntyre, placed first Block. in the A division in the 200 IM, with a jump at 46-6 1/4 feet on May 29. mati fell in the second round of the A loss to Allentown, 8-7, on June NJSIAA Doubles tournament, 6-4, 6- Girls’Track time of 2:40.75; second in the 400 The remaining WW-P teams in 6. Otis: 5-0-1-0; Aurora: 3-1-1-0; De- 2, on June 5. South: The 4x400 relay team free, with a time of 5:04.12; third in the state tournaments were defeat- Mouth: 2-1-1-0; Hase: 3-1-2-1; (Kate Calder, Sara Lemley, Ashleigh the 100 fly, with a time of 1:13.81; ed, but not without a hard fight. Donohue: 4-0-1-0; Voltmer: 3-1-0-0; Boys’Golf Delemos, and Emily Mauro) set a and third in the 200 breast, with a Rubenstein: 3-1-1-2; Balestrieri: 2-1- school record of 3:56.83 at the Meet time of 3:07.39. McIntyre also placed The South girls’ softball team North (15-2-2): Charles Cai won 0-1; Block: 3-1-3-1. Dan Block went of Champions on June 3. first in the BB division in the 100 finished 16-8 when the team ulti- 3-for-3 and drove in a run. Jared the boys’ 13-15 title at the Interna- back, with a time of 1:18.78 and 200 mately fell to East Brunswick, 4-2, Rubenstein had 2 RBIs. tional Junior Golf Tour’s Bridgestone Caroline Kellner placed fifth, with back, with a time of 2:48.04. Golf Tournament of Champions on a time of 10:48.09, in the 3,200 at the in the state Group IV sectional final state Group IV Championship on At the Tigers Long Course Chal- Boys’Baseball May 30. He shot a 72-66-71-210 and lenge on May 15 and 16 at Princeton on May 28. Even as East won the division by one stroke. May 29. Brunswick opened with a 3-0 lead, North (17-11): A loss to Hopewell University’s DeNunzio Pool, Kirkden- Valley, 12-2, on May 28 in the NJSI- doll placed third in the 50 breast, with the girls fought back. The loss will Boys’Track Sports Briefs a time of 41.83, and third in the 50 fly, only provide motivation to take the AA Group III Central sectional final. Ryan DeMouth: 3-0-1-0; Ryan Phe- North: Jim Rosa won the 1,600 in West Windsor resident and with a time of 35.03 in the 11-12 age sectional title next year, when most lan: 3-1-0-0; Chris Hase: 3-1-2-0; a meet-record of 4:07.89 at the Meet Grover Middle School student Jake group. She also placed fifth in the 50 of the players return for another Mike Voltmer: 2-0-1-1; Brandon Ro- of Champions on June 3 at the Frank Gurock shot a 72-78-80-230 and free, with a time of 31.80, and in the season. driguez: 2-0-1-0. Jost Field in South Plainfield, beating tied for 20 in the boys’ 13-15 division 100 free, with a time of 1:09.50. She at the International Junior Golf Tour’s placed sixth in the 50 back. The North boys’ tennis team the old record of 4:08.11 set by Mor- Girls’Softball ris Hills’ Liam Tansey in 2009. Joe Bridgestone Golf Tournament of McIntyre placed second in the 200 fell, 3-2, to Millburn in the state Rosa finished second in the 3,200, Champions over Memorial Day free, with a time of 2:23.84, in the 50 Group III final after first defeating South (16-8): A loss to East with a time of 8:48.55. Corey Aber- weekend. breast, with a time of 40.36, and in Moorestown, 3-2, earlier in the Brunswick, 4-2, on May 28 in the nathy finished third in the shotput West Windsor resident Marissa the 100 free, with a time of 1:05.45. NJSIAA Group IV Central sectional day. First doubles team Abishy with a toss of 58-2. Kirkendoll, 12, placed third in the He also placed third in the 50 fly, with final. Dana Kong: 2-1-1-0; Liz 200 breast, with a time of 3:09.99 Pandita and Kevin Shi as well as A second-place finish, with 56 a time of 33.69, fifth in the 50 back, Mendez: 3-0-2-1; Anna Schnitter: 3- points, at the Group III Champi- and fifth in the 200 IM, with a time of with a time of 37.24, and sixth in the third singles player Brandon Frank 0-1-0; Ella Alter: 3-1-1-0. RBIs: Hye- onships on May 29. Joe Rosa won 2:50.05 in the 11-12 age group of the 50 free, with a time of 30.88. won their matches in the final for Jin Kim, Liz Mendez. Ella Alter and the 3,200 in a time of 9:08.07. Jon A Division at the 2010 Spring Fling Liz Mendez hit singles. Kirkendoll and McIntyre both North, but it was not enough to stop Squeri ran his best time by five sec- on May 22 and 23, sponsored by the swim for Eastern Express. Jersey Wahoos at the Gloucester Millburn. Boys’Tennis onds and placed third, with a time of The boys did not leave the 2010 9:17.03. Joe Rosa won the 1,600- North (21-2): Doubles team meter run on May 28, the night be- empty-handed. Last month, the Abishy Pandita and Kevin Shi fell in fore. team earned the sectional title after the third round of the NJSIAA Dou- South: Sam Macaluso placed West Windsor-Plainsboro North battling Holmdel, edging out a 3-2 bles tournament, 6-2, 1-6, 7-5, on second in the 1,600, with a time of victory behind Evan Samet, who June 5. 4:10.84, at the Meet of Champions Athletic Camps Association won his second singles match in A loss to Millburn, 3-2, in the state on June 3 at the Frank Jost Field in South Plainfield. three sets to clinch the title. Group III final on May 27. Singles: 3.) Brandon Frank, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3. Dou- A sixth place finish, with 25 points, Sport Programs Summer of 2010

Registration is now open for the following camps: • Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball (Incoming grades 1-9) • Baseball and Softball (Incoming grades 3-9) • Football (Incoming grades 5-12) • Cheerleading (Incoming grades 31-8) • Fencing (Incoming grades 7-12) • Girls’ Lacrosse (Incoming grades 2-10) • Soccer (Incoming grades 1-9) • Speed, Agility and Quickness (Incoming grades 6-12) • Volleyball (Incoming grades 6-12)

Call the Plainsboro Department of Recreation and Community Services at (609)799-0909, ext. 1702 for more information or check out the program brochure at www.plainsboronj.com 18 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 DAY-BY-DAY INWW-P

Scrabble JUNE 11 Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. www.- Continued from page 1 bordersgroupinc.com. Meet in the cafe. 5 p.m. Women of the Vine, Grounds For Sculpture, Rat’s Restaurant, 18 Sports Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609- Trenton Thunder Baseball, 584-7800. www.groundsfor- Waterfront Park, Route 29, sculpture.org. Booksigning with Trenton, 609-394-8326. Deborah Brenner, author of www.trentonthunder.com. “Women of the Vine: Inside the Binghamton Mets. $9 to $12. World of Women Who Make, 7:05 p.m. Taste, and Enjoy Wine.” 6 to 8 p.m. Sports for Causes History 2010 Summer Games Open- ing Ceremonies, Special On the Road with Elsie, Howell Olympics New Jersey, Col- Living History Farm, Valley lege of New Jersey, Ewing, Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609- 609-987-0099. www.sonj.org. 737-3299. www.howellfarm.org. Athletes and coaches parade into ‘Jammin’ for Juju’: Edith Sprague of Allentown talks Lions Stadium, speakers, lighting about her experience traveling the of the cauldron, music, and fire- Kim Yarson is one of country with Elsie the Cow during works. 7:30 p.m. the performers in a World War II. The tour that criss- crossed the country raised $10 benefit concert on million for the war effort through Sunday, June 13, at the sale of war bonds. Note that Saturday It's a Grind Coffee Elsie lived at Walker Gordon Farm and is buried in Plainsboro. 7:30 House in Plainsboro. p.m. June 12 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, Live Music 609-945-1883. www.centraljer- Dan Sulaklo, BT Bistro, 3499 Drama seydance.org. Merengue lesson Route 1 South, West Windsor, Miss Connections, Off-Broad- followed by open dancing. No 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.com. street Theater, 5 South Green- partner needed. $12. 7:30 to Acoustic happy hour. Joe Falcey wood Avenue, Hopewell, 609- 11:30 p.m. Jazz Trio from 8:30 to close. 4:30 466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- p.m. com. Comedic mystery by Marvin Literati Happy Hour, Hopewell Valley Harold Cheiten of Princeton. $27.50 to $29.50. 7 p.m. Author Event, Barnes & Noble, Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pen- MarketFair, West Windsor, 609- nington, 609-737-4465. www.- JW Actors Studio, Arts Council 716-1570. www.bn.com. Patrick hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon McEnroe, “Hardcourt Confiden- Wine available. Charles Laurita Street, 609-924-8777. www.arts- tial: Tales from 20 Years in Pro Trio featuring Rick Lucherini and councilofprinceton.org. “The Tennis Trenches.” Seating begins Darwin Morua. 5 to 8 p.m. Tiger,” Murray Schisgal’s one-act at 2 p.m. 3 p.m. Cranbury Coffee House, First play about a housewife and a post- Presbyterian Church of Cran- man, followed by a performance Classical Music by Far and in Between, an improv bury, 22 South Main Street, Cran- Gospel Concert, Westerly Road bury, 908-307-7154. www.cra- comedy troupe featuring Gerry Martin, Matthew Kann, Judy De- Church, 25 Westerly Road, burycoffeehouse.com. Stringzville Princeton, 609-924-3816. www.- with country swing. $8 ticket bene- Clement, Nicole D’Onofrio, Ju- lianne Bell, and Danny Siegel. The westerlyroad.org. Benefit for the fits the food pantry and deacon’s Crescendo Summer Institute of fund. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. combination of two very different types of events in one evening the Arts in Hungary features so- The Klez Dispensers, Grounds was the idea of Jody Wood, prano Robin Leigh Massie, bari- For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds founder and director of the studio tone Steven Condy, and tenor Road, Hamilton, 609-586-0616. based in Forrestal Village. $15. Al- Timothy Bentch, with Jamie www.groundsforsculpture.org. so Sunday, June 13. 7:30 p.m. Rankin at the piano. The three American-style Klezmer music. See story page 28. singers will teach at the venue in Rain or shine. Register. $10. The August. Free-will offering. 6:30 Peacock Cafe will be serving spe- Ragtime, Kelsey Theater, Mercer p.m. County Community College, cials dedicated to the klezmer Concert, Sinfonietta Nova, West theme. 7:30 p.m. 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570- 3333. www.kelseytheatre.net. Windsor-Plainsboro High School The Who’s Tommy, Washington Musical by Pennington Players. South, 346 Clarksville Road, West Crossing Open Air Theater, 355 $16. 7:30 p.m. Windsor, 609-462-4984. www.sin- Washington Crossing-Pennington foniettanova.org. “Journey Down Road, Titusville, 267-885-9857. The Threepenny Opera, Prince- the Rhine” celebrates the bicen- www.dpacatoat.com. Concert. ton Festival, 185 Nassau Street, tennial of the birth of Robert Schu- $10; $7 for children. Blankets, seat Princeton, 609-537-0071. www.- mann. The final concert of the sea- cushions, and insect repellent are princetonfestival.org. Musical fea- son for the West Windsor-based recommended. Picnic welcome turing music of Kurt Weill and orchestra is conducted by Gail H. before show. Food available. lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 8 Lee. Reception follows concert. Parking fee of $5. 7:30 p.m. p.m. Entrance to the theater is on Penn- Lyle Road. $15. 7:30 p.m. Keith Monaccio and Sheli Aar- Art den, Grover’s Mill Coffee Piano Recital, Westminster House, 335 Princeton Hightstown Spring POFO 2010, Songbird Choir College, Bristol Chapel, Road, West Windsor, 609-716- Studio, 538 Brunswick Pike, Lam- Princeton, 609-921-2663. www.- 8771. www.groversmillcoffee.- bertville, 609-397-5797. www.- rider.edu. “Celebrating Chopin” com. 8 p.m. songbirdstudio.com. Pottery and presented by Thomas Purviance photography show and sale fea- to honor the 200th anniversary of Gabe Manak Band, It’s a Grind turing ceramics by Alisha Hast- the birth of Frederic Chopin. The Coffee House, 7 Schalks Cross- ings-Kimball and photography by performance is a preview of a ing Road, Plainsboro, 609-275- Joe Ryan. 10 a.m. See story page recital he will present in Croatia 2919. www.itsagrind.com. Rock 23. later in the month. Free. 7:30 p.m. band. 8 to 10 p.m. Summer Art Sale, Garden State Piano Competition, Princeton Retail Therapy Watercolor Society, Princeton Festival, Clark Music Center, ® Shopping Center, 301 Harrison Lawrenceville School, 609-537- Senior Care Management Grand Opening, It’s Magic, 109 Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. 0071. www.princetonfestival.org. Mercer Street, Hightstown, 732- www.gardenstatewatercolor- Free. 8 p.m. Specializing in Elder Care Services 917-6870. www.itsmagicnj.com/. society.org. Original art works in Performances by magicians, bal- watercolor, oil, pastel, and mixed Symphony Premiere, Tim Keyes CARE MANAGEMENT loon animals, refreshments, raf- media; both framed and un- Consort, Richardson Auditorium, fles, and discounts. Neil Schloss, Princeton, 609-258-5000. www.- • Assessments/Recommendations • On Going framed. Lucy McVicker demon- the owner, is a lifelong magic en- strates collage from noon to 2 p.m. timkeyesconsort.org. “Symphony monitoring for families living at a distance thusiast. 4 to 9 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. in C The Earth Whispers: A Song of Native American Peoples” pre- HOME CARE Singles Open House, Elizabeth Massa mieres. The 45-minute composi- Photography, 1 Tall Timbers Dri- tion, scored for large orchestra • Personal Care Assistance • Meal Preparations Divorce Recovery Seminar, ve, Princeton, 609-951-0120. and choir, features Native Ameri- • Transportation • Companionship Princeton Church of Christ, 33 www.elizabethmassa.com. Third can flutes and a collection of both River Road, Princeton, 609-581- birthday celebration is an open translated poems, chants, and • Certified Home Health Aides • Nursing Supervision 3889. www.princetonchurchof- house and a photography show. 2 texts based on Native American Mercer County, NJ (609) 882-0322 christ.com. “Family Systems: Un- to 5 p.m. beliefs and teachings. Also pre- conscious Battleground.” Support mier for “Suite for Piano and Or- Bucks County, PA (215) 321-1401 group for men and women. Free. Dancing chestra” by Sharif Labban, a 7:30 p.m. young composer and violist. The www.seniorcaremgt.com Ballroom Blitz, Central Jersey Dance Society, Unitarian Church, consort, directed by Keyes, in- JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 19 cludes professional singers and tal Health; Lorna Rodriguez, Can- filling wallows for pigs. Free. 10 instrumentalists from throughout cer Institute of New Jersey; Gen- a.m. to 4 p.m. central New Jersey and eastern erosa Grana, Cooper Cancer Insti- Toy Story 3 Movie Release Party, Pennsylvania. $30 to $35. 8 p.m. tute; and George Coukos, Universi- Borders Books, 601 Nassau ty of Pennsylvania. Free. 9 a.m. Park, 609-514-0040. www.- Pop Music Ceremonos Group, Breast Can- bordersgroupinc.com. Stories, Spring Concert, Jersey Harmony cer Resource Center, YWCA games, and giveaways. 11 a.m. Chorus, Princeton Alliance Princeton, Bramwell House, 59 Church, Schalks Crossing Road, Paul Robeson Place, 609-497- Family Theater A Plainsboro, 732-469-3983. www.- 2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. Rapunzel, Off-Broadstreet The- harmonize.com/jerseyharmony. Support group for Latina breast ater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Full Service “Cabaret” features upbeat songs cancer patients and survivors. All Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Geared and ballads sung in a cappella, activities will be conducted in for young audiences ages 3 to 7. Salon for four-part harmony, barbershop Spanish. Register in Spanish with $4. 10:30 a.m. style, along with popular musical Dora Arias at 908-410-6412. Free. numbers performed by individual 10 to 11:30 a.m. Women & Men chorus members. $15 includes Live Music dessert. 3 p.m. For Families John Henry Goldman, Tre Piani, 120 Rockingham Row, Forrestal Barbershop Harmony, Brothers Wholesome Kids Cook, Family Village, Plainsboro, 609-452- in Harmony, Reynolds Middle Culinary & Education Center, 1515. Jazz with Ben Cahill on key- Our stylists School, 2145 Yardville-Hamilton Tiger Hall Play Zone, 53 State boards, Tom McMillan on bass, Square Road, Hamilton, 609-339- Road, Princeton, 609-937-5215. Peter Adelmann on drums, and are educated 0034. www.harmonize.com/ bro- www.wholesomekidscook.com. Goldman on trumpet. Dinner, thers. 70-man chorus directed by “Healthy Lunch,” a cooking class desserts, and small plates avail- frequently Jack Pinto features traditional and for preschoolers ages 3 to 6 and able. $15 minimum. 7:30 p.m. contemporary songs as well as a their parents. Register. $25. 10 to tribute to veterans of the Vietnam 11 a.m. The Who’s Tommy, Washington in the latest colors War. $20. 7 p.m. Crossing Open Air Theater, 355 20% Off Hog Slopping and Weighing, Washington Crossing-Pennington & cuts by Howell Living History Farm, Val- Road, Titusville, 267-885-9857. Comedy Clubs ley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, Any Service www.dpacatoat.com. Concert. (For new customers only. Wella & Sebastian. DJ Hazzard and Joey Novick, 609-737-3299. www.howellfarm.- $10; $7 for children. Blankets, seat Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Re- org. Hogs will wade out of their cushions, and insect repellent are Not valid with Issa.) gency, 102 Carnegie Center, wallows, shuffle down a chute, recommended. Picnic welcome West Windsor, 609-987-8018. and step onto the scales. Visitors before show. Food available. 222 Dutch Neck Rd • East Windsor, NJ 08520 www.catcharisingstar.com. Reg- are invited to join farmers in wash- Parking fee of $5. 7:30 p.m. ister. $20. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. ing, weighing, slopping, and call- (609) 448-55959 ing hogs. Kids can help with mix- Fairs ing feed, gathering pigweed, and Continued on following page Family Fun Day, Young Profes- sionals Group of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, 609-584-6476. Pony rides, magic shows, moon bounces, obstacle course, touch a truck display, crafts, activities, car- nival games, and prizes. $10 per child. Food available. Benefit in conjunction with the 25th anniver- sary of Lakeview Child Centers. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Craft Fairs World Wide Knitting in Public, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, courtyard, Thursday, June 17th, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 609-921-6234. www.princeton- shoppingcenter.com. Area knit- ting groups join together in a com- Wyndham Princeton, 900 Scudders Mill Road munity event. Bring a chair and knitting supplies. Wendy Zoffer Jazz Group performs from noon to Join Us for a Summer Celebration with Your Neighbors 3:30 p.m. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Free Food & Drink • Door Prizes • Food & Dining An Asian Food Adventure, Asian Meet the Exhibitors & Sample Their Promotions: Food Market, 660 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-1828. www.asianfoodmarkets.com. A 1st Constitution Bank Feel Rejuvenated, LLC Rane’s Exclusively Yours Dental festival exploring Asian cuisine AAA Quality Maintenance First Class Travel Radio Fiction & Shaun Ruymen features more than 20 vendors with samples of Chinese and other AFLAC Golden Rule Real Estate Rhythm Dance Academy Asian dishes. Free. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ambient DJ Service H.E.R. Day Corporation RWJ Hamilton Center Ameriprise Financial Interactive Design & Solutions for Health and Wellness Farmers’Market ARE Sun Solar Energy West Windsor Community Farm- It’s a Grind Coffee House S&G Cleaning Services Barter It, LLC ers’ Market, Vaughn Drive Park- Mary Kay Cosmetics Simple Creations ing Lot, Princeton Junction Train Basement Technologies Station, 609-577-5113. www.- McCarter Theatre Center Snap Fitness westwindsorfarmersmarket.org. BNI Mercer County Mercer Regional Chamber Staffing Now/Accounting Now Produce, bakery items, pizza, cof- Century 21 Abrams, Hutchinson fee, and other foods and flowers. of Commerce The Harmony School West Windsor Arts Council, West & Associates Windsor Bike and Pedestrian Al- MyPlainsboro.com at Princeton Forrestal Village liance, and Yes, We Can, a volun- Cook and Sutter for Township teer group that collects food for the Committee Plainsboro Rescue Squad West Windsor-Plainsboro News Crisis Ministry of Princeton and Trenton. West Windsor Arts Coun- Crown Trophy PNC Bank Wireless-n-You cil presents a program from the se- David Lerner Associates Princeton Country Club Wyndham Fitness Center ries, “Passport to the Arts.” Donate unused bicycles to West Windsor Document Depot Princeton Healthcare System Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Exceptional Promotional Princeton Regional Chamber XOXO Accessories, LLC Products, LLC Gardens of Commerce Yankee Doodle Tap Room Garden Tour, Rocky Brook Gar- den Club, Ely House, 164 North PRIZES INCLUDE ROOMS AT WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS: Main Street, Hightstown, 609-915- 8215. “June in Bloom,” a garden • Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa - Puerto Rico • Wyndham Grand Chelsea tour within the historic communi- Harbor - London, England • Wyndham Garden Boca Raton, Florida • ties of Hightstown and Cranbury, plus a plant sale. Rain or shine. Wyndham Peachtree Hotel - Atlanta • Wyndham Gettysburg - Pennsylvania • Area artists invited to paint in the gardens during the tour. $15. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Plus Additional Prizes & Promotions from Exhibitors •

Health & Wellness Sponsored by the Plainsboro Business Partnership, www.myplainsboro.com Ovarian Cancer Symposium, NJ Department of Health, Education www.WyndhamPrincetonForrestal.com, 609-936-6512 Testing Service, Princeton area, 267-994-6430. Panel speakers in- clude Doctors Gary Brickner, Capi- 20 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Sports for Causes Jazz & Blues JUNE 12 2010 Summer Games, Special Olympics Jazz Concert, Princeton Festival, New Jersey, College of New Jersey, Ewing, Clarke Music Building, Lawrence- Continued from preceding page 609-987-0099. www.sonj.org. Competitions ville School, 609-537-0071. www.- in sports. Olympic village and wellness park princetonfestival.org. Fred Hersch 3-26 plus O’Neil & Martin, Grover’s Mill provides activities for athletes when they are on piano and Joel Frahm on tenor Coffee House, 335 Princeton Hightstown not competing. Future stars race at 12:30 saxophone. $45. 4 p.m. Road, West Windsor, 609-716-8771. www.- p.m. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. groversmillcoffee.com. 8 p.m. Good Causes Carol Selick, It’s a Grind Coffee House, 7 Jazz Brunch, CASA, Salt Creek Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609- Grille, Forrestal Village, Plains- 275-2919. itsagrind.com. Jazz. 8 to 10 p.m. Sunday boro, 609-434-0050. www.casa- Steal Your Face, BT Bistro, 3499 Route 1 mercer.org. Stanley Jordan, the South, West Windsor, 609-919-9403. June 13 Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist, www.btbistro.com. Grateful Dead cover in solo concert. Benefit for Court band. 9 p.m. Appointed Special Advocates, a Drama non-profit organization committed to speak- Outdoor Music: Summer OutdoorAction ing up in court for the best interests of Miss Connections, Off-Broadstreet The- abused and neglected children who have Courtyard Concert features the Nature Field Trips, Plainsboro Preserve, ater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hope- been removed from their homes. Register. Klez Dispensers on Thursday, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609- well, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- $75. 2 to 4 p.m. 897-9400. www.njaudubon.org. “Birds of com. Comedic mystery by Marvin Harold June 24, at the Princeton Plainsboro Preserve Walk.” Register. $15. 9 Cheiten of Princeton. $27.50 to $29.50. 1:30 Jammin for Juju, It’s a Grind Coffee Shopping Center. a.m. to noon. p.m. House, 7 Schalks Crossing Road, Plains- boro, 609-275-2919. www.itsagrind.com. Butterfly House Opening, Stony Brook JW Actors Studio, Arts Council of Prince- Kim Yarson, CJ Barna, Jo Wymer, Barbara Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, ton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924- Harley, Jim Gaven, Christopher Morse, and Sports 8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Pennington, 609-737-7592. www.thewater- others are raising awareness of mitochondr- Take a Test Paddle, Eastern Mountain shed.org. Kate Gorrie Memorial Butterfly “The Tiger,” Murray Schisgal’s one-act play, ial disease in honor of Juliana, a five-year- followed by a performance by Far and in Be- Sports, Mercer Park, West Windsor, 609- house opens for tours and information. Do- old. 2 to 6 p.m. 520-8310. Test paddle demo boats, how to nations invited. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tween, an improv comedy troupe. The com- bination of two very different types of events This Place Matters, Village Art Studio, choose a kayak, paddle, and accessories. Family Nature Programs, Plainsboro Pre- in one evening was the idea of Jody Wood, Grounds For Sculpture, 126 Sculptors Way, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. serve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, founder and director of the studio based in Hamilton, 609-570-8912. www.villageart- Annual Skills Challenge, West Windsor- 609-897-9400. www.njaudubon.org. “Birds Forrestal Village. $15. 2 p.m. See story studio.net. Artwork of New Jersey artists to Plainsboro Soccer Association, West and Bird Nest Box Survey.” Register. $5. page 28. highlight special places in history, historical Windsor Community Park, West Windsor, 3:30 to 5 p.m. rural landscapes, and the culture of Trenton. 888-267-8988. www.wwpsa.org. For play- Ragtime, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Art exhibit featuring works of the students Community College, 1200 Old Trenton ers in grades 3 to 12. Prizes. Register. $15. Socials from Village Art Studio of Hamilton. Artists Noon. Road, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.- include Doug Fertig of Plainsboro. Benefit Knitting Club, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront net. Musical by Pennington Players. $16. 2 for Old Barracks and Hopewell Valley His- Park, 609-514-0040. www.bordersgroup- Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. p.m. torical Society. Music by Plainsboro resident inc.com. Meet in the cafe. 7 p.m. www.trentonthunder.com. Binghamton Wendy Zoffer on flute. Refreshments. Reg- Art Mets. $9 to $12. 1:05 p.m. Recreation Sports ister by E-mail to [email protected]. Spring POFO 2010, Songbird Studio, 538 Free. 4 p.m. See story page 21. WW-P American Legion Baseball. North Brunswick Pike, Lambertville, 609-397- Sports for Causes Trenton 458 at South. 11 a.m. 5797. www.songbirdstudio.com. Pottery Food & Dining 2010 Summer Games, Special Olympics New Jersey, College of New Jersey, Ewing, and photography show and sale featuring An Asian Food Adventure, Asian Food Sports 609-987-0099. www.sonj.org. Competitions ceramics by Alisha Hastings-Kimball and Market, 660 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, in sports. 9 a.m. American Indoor Football Association, photography by Joe Ryan. 10 a.m. See sto- 609-799-1828. www.asianfoodmarkets.- Sun National Bank Center, 81 Hamilton ry page 23. com. A festival exploring Asian cuisine fea- Avenue, Trenton, 800-298-4200. www.- Summer Art Sale, Garden State Watercol- tures more than 20 vendors with samples of comcasttex.com. Harrisburg Stampede vs. or Society, Princeton Shopping Center, Chinese and other Asian dishes. Free. 10 New Jersey Revolution. $11 to $21. 7 p.m. 301 Harrison Street, Princeton, 609-394- a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront 4000. www.gardenstatewatercolorsociety.- Cooking Technique Class, Williams Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. org. Original art works in watercolor, oil, pas- Sonoma, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609- June 14 www.trentonthunder.com. Binghamton. $9 tel, and mixed media; both framed and un- 419-1300. “Sticks, Skewers, and Satays.” to $12. 7:05 p.m. framed. Noon to 5 p.m. Register. Free. 11 a.m. Municipal Meetings FINAL REGISTRATION WEEKS! History Public Meeting, West Windsor Township Civil War and Native American Museum, Council, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400. Camp Olden, 2202 Kuser Road, Hamilton, www.westwindsornj.org. 7 p.m. 609-585-8900. www.campolden.org. Ex- hibits featuring Civil War soldiers from New Literati Limited Jersey include their original uniforms, New Jersey Writers’ Society Meeting, weapons, and medical equipment. Diorama West Windsor Library, 333 North Post 1st and of the Swamp Angel artillery piece and Na- Road, 609-799-0462. 6:30 p.m. tive American artifacts. Free. 1 to 4 p.m. Poetry Reading, Delaware Valley Poets, 2nd Grade Open House, Historical Society of West Borders Books, Nassau Park, West Wind- Windsor, Schenck House, 50 Southfield sor, 609-203-6800. www.delawarevalley- Places Still Road, West Windsor, 609-799-1230. Self- poets.com. Readings by Pat Hardigree and guided tour of 1790-1830 kitchen and Victo- Keith O’Shaughnessy. Free. 7:30 p.m. Available rian double parlor. Exhibit of West Windsor history in museum rooms. English-Dutch Good Causes barn, outhouse, corn crib, and other farm buildings on view. Donations welcome. 1 to Golf and Tennis Open, Juvenile Diabetes 4 p.m. Research Fund, Greenacres Country Club, Lawrenceville, 732-296-7171. Annual event includes tennis round robin, golf outing, and For Families dinner for the family. Register. Golf, $395; Salta Party, Eno Terra Restaurant, 4484 tennis, $195; dinner, $75. 10 a.m. Learn more Route 27, Kingston, 609-497-1777. www.- enoterra.com. Spanish enrichment program Kids Stuff about the school for ages 18 months to 10 years. Music, in- struments, crafts, games, storytelling, and Storm the Castle, Science Seeds, 80 that prepares refreshments. Register. $20 for adults; $10 Spruce Street, Princeton, 917-453-1451. for children. 1 p.m. www.scienceseeds.com. Travel back to medieval times to examine castle struc- children for tures. Design and build castles, make and Trivia Night test catapults, and experiment with a peri- the 21st Century BT Bistro, 3499 Route 1 South, West Wind- scope. Extended hours available. Contin- sor, 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.com. 7 ues to June 18. $295. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. like no other! p.m. Lectures Live Music The only public elementary Environmental Forum, Volunteer Con- For Information For Those About the Rock, Washington nect, Johnson Education Center, 1 Preser- school in the region to: Crossing Open Air Theater, 355 Washing- vation Place, 609-252-9129. www.- ton Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, VolunteerConnectNJ.org. “The Past, Pre- • Offer an Inquiry Based Sessions This 267-885-9857. www.dpacatoat.com. Con- sent and Future of Environmental Volun- Curriculum Framework cert. $10; $7 for children. Blankets, seat teerism in Central New Jersey,” a forum pre- Week, Dates, cushions, and insect repellent are recom- sented by Jim Waltman, executive director • Develop fluency in mended. Picnic welcome before show. of Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Asso- two strategic languages, Times & Food available. Parking fee of $5. 7:30 p.m. ciation; Linda Mead, executive director of D&R Greenway Land Trust; Barbara Brom- Mandarin and English, Application Chess ley, Mercer County horticulturist; and Pam through dual language Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Mount, Lawrence Township councilwoman. Adrienne Rubin, executive director of Volun- immersion Materials, Street, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/- plainsboro. For advanced adult players. 1 to teerConnect, moderates. Free. 5 to 7 p.m. • International standards, Visit Our Website: 5 p.m. Meeting, Princeton PC Users Group, eg. Singapore Math Lawrence Library, 2751 Route 1 South, 609- www.piacs.org Recreation Sports 423-6537. www.ppcug-nj.org. “Portable De- WW-P American Legion Baseball. At High- vices” presented by Douglas Dixon, an inde- tstown Post 148 at Mercer County Park. 11 pendent technology consultant, author of a.m. four books, speaker specializing in digital OPENING SEPTEMBER 2010 media, and blogger at Manifest Technology. 7:30 p.m. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 21 Live Music Mediterra, 29 Hulfish Street, Recreation Sports Princeton, 609-252-9680. www.- Stringbean and the Stalker, BT terramomo.com. Deborah Bren- WW-P American Legion Base- Come to An Artful Benefit Bistro, 3499 Route 1 South, West ner, author of “Women of the Vine” ball. Trenton Post 93 at High Windsor, 609-919-9403. btbistro.- visits. Taste the wines that in- School South. 5:45 p.m. com. Rock and blues. 9 p.m. spired the book. Light tapas will be served. Register. $25. 6 p.m. Sports Singles Trenton Thunder Baseball, Wa- Coffee and Conversation, Kids Stuff terfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, Grover’s Mill Coffee House, 335 Read & Pick on the Farm, Terhune 609-394-8326. www.trenton- Princeton Hightstown Road, West Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, thunder.com. Altoona Curve. $9 to Windsor, 609-716-8771. www.- 609-924-2310. terhuneorchards.- $12. 7:05 p.m. groversmillcoffee.com. Coffee, com. Story time, craft activity, and tea, soup, sandwich, or dessert. fruit or vegetable picking. Register. Sports for Causes Register at www.meetup.com/- $7. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Golf Outing, Princeton Health- Princeton-Area-Singles-Network. Care System, Metedeconk Na- 6:30 to 8 p.m. Lectures tional Golf Club, Jackson, 609- For Seniors Torture Awareness Month, 252-8705. www.princetonhcs.org. Princeton Area Anti-Torture Ad- Benefit for the new hospital in Movie, West Windsor Senior vocacy Group, Unitarian Univer- Plainsboro. Shotgun start. Dinner. Center, 609-799-9068. Screening salist Church, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Register. $750. 10:30 a.m. of “Avatar.” 1 p.m. Princeton, 609-452-2477. “Reli- gious Perceptions of Torture as a Sports for Causes Moral Issue,” a forum to bring to- Golf Outing, U.S. Rowing Asso- gether people of all faiths who are Wednesday ciation, Bedens Brook Club, Skill- concerned about the moral and man, 609-751-0709. www.us- ethical issues of torture. Rabbi An- June 16 rowing.org. Brunch, golf, cock- nie Tucker, associate rabbi of the tails, dinner, and live auction. Ben- Jewish Center of Princeton, mod- efits the national rowing team in its erates. Screening of “Ending U.S. Drama quest for success at the world Sponsored Torture Forever,” a 20- championships and Olympic minute video produced by the Na- The Threepenny Opera, Prince- games. Golf begins at 11 a.m. tional Religious Campaign ton Festival, 185 Nassau Street, $400. 9 a.m. Against Torture. Panel includes Princeton, 609-537-0071. www.- Hamad Ahmad Chebli, Imam for princetonfestival.org. Musical fea- Charity Golf Outing, WWPHS the Islamic Society of Central Jer- turing music of Kurt Weill and North/South Boosters, Gambler sey; Gordon Mikoski, professor of lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 8 Ridge Golf Course, 121 Burlington Christian education, Princeton p.m. illage Arts Studio in Hamil- Path Road, Cream Ridge, 609- Theological Seminary; and John ton is having an art show at Art and Music: 448-2570. www.wwphsboosters.- Vincent, president of the Prince- Art V org. Barbecue lunch. Shotgun Grounds For Sculpture on Sun- A sculpture by Doug ton-Trenton chapter of the United Unveiling Ceremony, M.I. Hum- day, June 13, to benefit the Old start at 1 p.m. Golfer, $175. Din- Nations Association. Refresh- Fertig, top; Fertig, ner, $100. Benefit for lights on mel Club, 3705 Quakerbridge Barracks and Hopewell Valley ments. Free. 7:30 p.m. Road, Mercerville, 609-890-4070. above left, and both school’s new turf athletic Historical Society. In addition to fields. Noon. www.mihummel.com. The new flutist Wendy Zoffer. Live Music home of the company will be the work the students have creat- Open Mic Night, Grover’s Mill adorned by an eight-foot figurine ed this past year; six New Jersey created by master sculptor, Ger- artists will be participating in the Coffee House, 335 Princeton Music will be presented by Tuesday Hightstown Road, West Windsor, hard Skrobek in 1976. The largest benefit with works for sale and 609-716-8771. www.groversmill- M.I. Hummel in the world, it is simi- auction. Refreshments will be Wendy Zoffer of Plainsboro on coffee.com. 7 p.m. lar to the six-foot landmark statue in served. Admission is free. the flute and vocals with John June 15 Rodental, Germany, in front of Bianculli on piano. Zoffer owns Open Mic Night, It’s a Grind Cof- One of the artists, Doug Fertig, Manufaktur Rodental, the manu- Princeton Music Connection. fee House, 7 Schalks Crossing facturer of the figures. The “Merry is a West Windsor resident. He Municipal Meetings Road, Plainsboro, 609-275-2919. Wanderer” consists of 10 different has been teaching sculpture and — Lynn Miller www.itsagrind.com. 7 to 8:30 parts that were fired, hand painted, ceramics at the studio since 2004. Meeting, Plainsboro Township p.m. This Place Matters, Village Development Review Commit- and assembled. The statue jour- He received his bachelor’s degree Art Studio, Grounds for Sculp- tee, Municipal Building, 609-799- Chris Harford and the Band of neyed from Germany to Tarrytown, in fine arts from Alfred Universi- ture, 126 Sculptors Way, Hamil- 0909. www.plainsboronj.com. 6 Changes, BT Bistro, 3499 Route New York in 1978, to Rosemont, ty in 2008, and has been the art Illinois in 1994, and then to Pen- ton. Sunday, June 13, 4 p.m. p.m. 1 South, West Windsor, 609-919- teacher at the Sage Day School in 9403. www.btbistro.com. Rock. 9 nington in 2003. A full restoration Register by E-mail to portfolio- Meeting, WW-P Board of Educa- p.m. will begin this summer to bring him Boonton since 2008. He is mov- [email protected]. Free. 609- tion, Grover Middle School, 609- back to his original likeness. 9 a.m. ing to New Paltz to enter SUNY 570-8912. www.villageart- 716-5000. 7:30 p.m. OutdoorAction graduate school to continue his studio.net. study of ceramic arts. Dancing General Meeting, Central Jersey Continued on following page Sierra Club, Whole Foods Mar- Tuesday Night Folk Dance ket, Route 1 South, West Windsor, Group, Riverside School, Prince- 609-731-7016. www.sierraclub.- ton, 609-655-0758. www.prince- org. Free. 7:30 to 9 p.m. tonfolkdance.org. Instruction and dancing. No partner needed. $3. 7 Singles to 9 p.m. Meeting, Mercer Single Volun- Lindy Hop Swing Series, Central teers, Lawrence Library, Route 1 Jersey Dance Society, Suzanne South and Darrah Lane, 609-882- Patterson Center, 45 Stockton 1339. www.mcsvnj.org. For mem- Street, Princeton, 609-945-1883. bers and non-members. Must be www.centraljerseydance.org. 21. Visit website for upcoming pro- Lesson and practice. No partner jects and social events. 7 p.m. needed. $15. 8 p.m. Classical Music Music and Art in 18th Century London, Princeton Festival, Princeton Library, Witherspoon Street, 609-537-0071. www.- princetonfestival.org. “Audiences for 18th Century Performances in London Through Paintings and Drawings” presented by Marianne Grey, Princeton Art Museum do- cent. Free. 7:30 p.m. Pop Music Barbershop Chorus, Princeton Garden Statesmen, 300 Meadow Lakes, East Windsor, 609-251- 4238. www.princetongarden- statesmen.com. Men of all ages and experience levels are invited to sing in four-part harmony. The non-profit organization presents at numerous charities including the Trenton Rescue Mission. 7:30 to 10 p.m. Food & Dining Princeton Eats: Cooking with Lo- cal Ingredients, Princeton Pub- lic Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.- princetonlibrary.org. Chef Denis Granarola of Witherspoon Bread Company shares tips for creating meals using fresh, local ingredi- ents. Register. Free. 10 a.m. 22 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 com. Visitors welcome. Bring 12 to 15 copies of JUNE 16 your poem. Free. 7:30 p.m. Continued from preceding page Spring Writers Event, U.S. 1 Newspaper, Tre Piani, Princeton Forrestal Village. Dancing www.princetoninfo.com. Contra Dance, Princeton Coun- Book signing reception and try Dancers, Suzanne Patterson discussion about self-pub- Center, Monument Drive, 609- lishing, saluting entrepre- 924-6763. www.princetoncountry- neur and citizen astronaut dancers.org. Instruction followed Greg Olsen and technical by dance. $7. 7:40 to 10:30 p.m. writer and editor Tom Lento on their new book, “By Any OPEN HOUSE Literati Means Necessary — An Saturday, June 12 Author Event, Princeton Public Entrepreneur’s Journey in- Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, to Space.” Free. Open to the pub- Summer Theater: and June 19th • 2-4pm lic. Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. 5 609-924-8822. www.princeton- Becca Foresman in the library.org. Sid Bernstein, author to 7:30 p.m. of “It’s Sid Bernstein Calling,” and Classical Music title role of ‘The Heidi John Anthony Lello of Banner Violin Competition, Princeton Chronicles,’opening Records. Bernstein shares his Festival, Clark Music Center, Thursday, June 17, 609-588-4442 memories of bringing the Beatles Lawrenceville School, 609-537- Theatre Intime, Prince- 609-933-8806 to the Ed Sullivan Show and 0071. www.princetonfestival.org. Carnegie Hall; as well as working Finals. $30. 8 p.m. ton University campus. Email: [email protected] with the Kinks, the Moody Blues, Web: www.quaker-bridge.com the Rolling Stones, and Herman’s Hermits. Now 91, Bernstein dis- Food & Dining Nassau Street, near Starbucks, Reservations Required covered his knack for spotting tal- Women of the Vine, Grounds For 609-902-3637. www.princeton- ent when he was still in high Sculpture, Rat’s Restaurant, 18 tourcompany.com. Literary tour school. His clients during his Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609- commemorating the day of the ac- decades long career as an agent, 584-7800. www.groundsforsculp- tion in James Joyce’s Ulysses. tba manager, and promoter include ture.org. An evening with Deborah p.m. James Brown, Ray Charles, John Brenner, author and founder of Denver, Joan Baez, Miles Davis, Women of the Vine Cellars, and Socials Chef Kevin Sbraga, features din- and the Young Rascals. 7 p.m. Women Rule, Hellenistic, 4095 ner with wine pairings. Register. Route 1 South, South Brunswick, Poetry Workshop, Delaware Val- $80. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ley Poets, Lawrence Public Li- 732-355-1030. Cocktail and din- brary, Darrah Lane, 609-882- ner party for women only. Gentle- 9246. www.delawarevalleypoets.- Health & Wellness men admitted with a female es- Caregiver Support Group, Buck- cort. Register by E-mail to ingham Place, 155 Raymond [email protected]. 8 Road, Monmouth Junction, 732- p.m. 329-8888. www.buckingham- place.net. For adult children of ag- For Seniors Anniversary Celebration ing parents facilitated by Louise Kosher Cafe East, Jewish Family Donangelo, Alzheimer’s Associa- and Children’s Service, Beth El tion. Peer support, resources, and Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Largest Savings of the Year tips on care giving. Supper served. Road, East Windsor, 609-987- Register. Free. 6 to 8:30 p.m. 8100. www.jfcsonline.org. Kosher meal and speaker for ages 60 and Natural History up. “Sugar Blues: How the Foods Art Exhibit, D&R Greenway Land You Eat Affects Your Mood” pre- Trust, Johnson Education Center, sented by Judy Millner, director of 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, Secure@home. Register. $5. 609-924-4646. www.drgreen- 12:30 p.m. way.org. “The Natural History of the Marsh” presented by Ned Recreation Sports Gilmore, Philadelphia Academy of WW-P American Legion Base- Natural Sciences; Charles Leck, ball. At Hopewell Post 339 at Rutgers University; and Jeanne Hopewell Valley High. 5:45 p.m. Perantoni, SSP Architects. Pro- gram on the marsh’s natural histo- ry in conjunction with “Voices for Sports the Marsh 2010,” the fifth annual Trenton Thunder Baseball, Wa- juried exhibition of photography, terfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, and “Ebb and Flow: 10,000 Years 609-394-8326. www.trentonthun- at the Hamilton-Trenton-Borden- der.com. Altoona Curve. $9 to town Marsh.” Register. Free. 6:30 $12. 7:05 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sports for Causes For Parents Golf Outing, Mobile Meals of Breastfeeding Support, La Trenton and Ewing, Mountain Leche League of Princeton, View Golf Course, Ewing, 609-695- Rider Furniture 3483. http://mmte.org. Benefit for Rider Furniture Princeton Alliance Church, Scud- ders Mill and Schalks Crossing meals for homebound individuals Where Quality Still Matters roads, Plainsboro, 609-799-1302. in Trenton, Ewing, and Hamilton. Information and support for moth- Register. Dinner and awards at ers and expectant mothers. Ba- Mastoris. $110. 10:30 a.m. bies are welcome. Free. 10 a.m. Huge Lectures West Windsor Senior Center, Thursday Tent/Lawn Sale! Clarksville Road, 609-799-9068. June 11-13 at our Kingston store only Sports program presented by Dan June 17 Brady, sportswriter and sports- caster. 1:30 p.m. Workshop for New College Grad- Drama All Special Orders must be made by July 5th uates, Jewish Family and Chil- The Heidi Chronicles, Princeton dren’s Services of Greater Mer- Summer Theater, Hamilton Mur- cer County, Congregation Beth ray Theater, 609-258-7062. for the Largest Savings of the Year! Chaim, 329 Village Road East, Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulitzer West Windsor, 609-987-8100. Prize winner. $16. Opening night. www.jfcsonline.org. Three-hour 8 p.m. workshop presented by Ilana Levitt, Storewide Sale The Entire Month Of June! master career counselor and job Art search strategist. Bring a sample Summer Art Sale, Garden State resume. A light dinner will be (Hurry…Sale Ends July 5th! Closed 4th of July) Watercolor Society, Princeton served. Register. $100. 6 to 9 p.m. Shopping Center, 301 Harrison Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. Interior Design Service Available Live Music www.gardenstatewatercolor- John Henry Goldman, Labyrinth society.org. Original art works in Books, 122 Nassau Street, watercolor, oil, pastel, and mixed Princeton, 609-497-1600. laby- media; both framed and un- 4621 Route 27, Kingston, NJ rinthbooks.com. Jazz. 5 to 8 p.m. framed. Noon to 8 p.m. Lenny Fattori, BT Bistro, 3499 Gallery Talk, Princeton Public Li- 609-924-0147 Route 1 South, West Windsor, brary, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.com. 609-924-8822. www.princeton- Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5 Rock and reggae. 9 p.m. library.org. “Lost Paintings,” works by Charles David Viera created in riderfurniture.com OutdoorAction the 1980s when he lived in New Always Discounted Bloomsday Tour and Pub Crawl, York City. This is the first exhibit Princeton Tour Company, 98 for most of the 14 paintings. Viera JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 23 will talk about the “fossil” paint- Voice Instruction, Robert Wood ings. Free. 7 p.m. Johnson Hamilton Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Reuniting to Present Photography and Pottery Dancing Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville, lisha Hastings-Kimball Argentine Tango, Black Cat Tan- 609-584-5900. Four-weeks of vo- and Joe Ryan, both raised go, Suzanne Patterson Center, cal lessons for loss of voice to due aging or illness presented by Patri- Ain West Windsor, reunit- Monument Drive, 609-273-1378. ed at their 20th class reunion, and www.theblackcattango.com. Be- cia Bartlett. Register. $75. 6:30 to ginner and intermediate classes 7:30 p.m. are presenting a pottery and pho- followed by guided practice. No Supersize America, Hickory Cor- tography show at her studio in partner necessary. $12. 8 p.m. ner Library, 138 Hickory Corner Lambertville on Saturday and Road, East Windsor, 609-448- Sunday, June 12 and 13. Literati 1330. www.mcl.org. “Beating the She was born in Paterson and Obesity Epidemic” presented by Author Event, Barnes & Noble, moved to West Windsor when Rutgers Cooperative Extension. MarketFair, West Windsor, 609- she was less than a year old. She Register. Free. 7 p.m. 716-1570. www.bn.com. Alex Bel- was a student at Hawk and Dutch low, author of “Here’s Looking at For Families Neck schools. Although she at- Euclid: A Surprising Excursion tended West Windsor-Plains- Through the Astonishing World of Storytime, Borders Books, 601 Math.” 7 p.m. Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. boro High School, she graduated www.bordersgroupinc.com. 11 from Solebury School in Penn- Classical Music a.m. sylvania. Her parents, Allan, a Violin Competition, Princeton professor of engineering and Festival, Taplin Auditorium, Lectures technology at College of New Good Fortune: Princeton University, 609-537- Expanding Horizons Speaker Jersey, and Sally Katz, a speech 0071. www.princetonfestival.org. Series, Princeton Senior Re- therapist, still live on Old Tren- ‘Sunflowers in Final concert. 8 p.m. source Center, Suzanne Patter- ton Road in West Windsor. West Windsor,’ son Center, 45 Stockton Street, Hastings-Kimball graduated above, by Joe Outdoor Concerts 609-924-7108. “Healing: Eastern from the College of New Jersey Meets Western Medicine” pre- Ryan, and ‘For- Summer Courtyard Concert Se- sented by Karen Wei-Ru Lin, MD, with a bachelor’s teacher in art ries, Arts Council of Princeton, tune Cookies’by an associate professor of family therapy and a master’s degree in Princeton Shopping Center, 609- Alisha Hastings medicine at UMDNJ-Robert Wood teaching. She taught pre-school 924-8777. artscouncilofprince- Johnson Medical School. Regis- Kimball. ton.org. Swingadelic performs big and kindergarten at Hopewell ter. Free. 10:30 a.m. band music of Ellington, Basic, Country Day School. “All of my Ryan, still lives in West Windsor. and Sinatra. Free. 6 to 8 p.m. Career and Professional Boot art training came out in teaching Three years ago they began Ryan is married to Christy Morri- Camp, Princeton Retirement and it would take me eight hours the adoption of two children son, also a graduate of WW-P Good Causes Planning, Wyndham Forrestal to create a bulletin board,” she High School. Their twin sons are Hotel, Plainsboro, 609-524-4004. from Nepal. “It took us two years Sip and Shop, J. McLaughlin, 17 says. “I loved the kids but in my http://PrincetonRetirement- and two trips to Nepal to get them Joe and John. The family lives in Witherspoon Street, Princeton, heart what I loved doing was my Planning.com. Resume writing home,” she says. The five-year- Pottstown, Pennsylvania. 609-497-9717. www.savehome- with Melissa Tenzer, Careers art.” He has photographs from near lessanimals.org. A percentage of olds are a girl and boy, Shanti USA; interviewing strategies with A girlfriend wanted to take and far in the exhibit — from purchases benefits SAVE, a friend and Sandeep. Although they are Dina Lichtman, Right Manage- pottery classes and convinced to homeless animals. Refresh- not biologically related to each West Windsor to Ireland. “I re- ment; entrepreneurship with Mari- ments. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Hastings-Kimball to join her. “I other, their birthdays are a week ceived my first camera on my on Reinson, To the Point Commu- knew from the first set of classes apart. Now in Pre-K, they begin 21st birthday. It was glued to my Spirit of America, Central NJ nications; business and life coach- that I wanted my own pottery stu- Council, Boy Scouts of Ameri- kindergarten in September. “We body for the next year before I ing with Helene Mazur, Princeton dio,” she says. “I decided to real- ca, Westin Hotel, Forrestal Vil- Performance Dynamics; utilizing all have a strong connection with took up photography in college. lage, Plainsboro, 609-419-1600. social media with Fred Young, ize my dreams and pursue art full that area of the world and its cul- Those months that followed cnjcscouting.org. Cocktail recep- Glenmede Trust; and effective net- time.” ture,” Hastings-Kimball says. “I proved to be most valuable as I tion, dinner, and awards. Business working with Michael Goldberg. She met her husband, John, in have been trying to balance life molded photography with my fa- attire. Register. $250. 6 p.m. For unemployed professionals and college 20 years ago and they as an artist and a mother.” vorite music,” says Ryan. those looking to make a career have been married for 14 years. Comedy Clubs change. Register. Free. 11 a.m. Joe Ryan graduated from West — Lynn Miller He works for Serena Software, Windsor-Plainsboro High Love Comedian Style, Catch a Engaged Retirement, Princeton based in California, but he is able Spring Pottery and Photog- Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Public Library, 65 Witherspoon School, Class of 1989, and from raphy Show, Songbird Studio, to work from home in an office Mercer College in 1996. A free- Carnegie Center, West Windsor, Street, 609-924-8822. www.- that is next to her studio. His hob- 538 Brunswick Pike, Lam- 609-987-8018. www.catcharising- lance photographer, his work has princetonlibrary.org. “Job Search by is restoring cars — especially bertville. Saturday and Sunday, star.com. Karith Foster, a comedi- Strategies for Older Workers” pre- appeared in The News, and he is June 12 and 13, 10 a.m. 609-397- an with Last Comic Standing, Imus sented by Carol King. Focused on the Austin-Healey and Karmann known for his photographs of the 5797. www.songbirdstudio.- in the Morning Show, and Comedy ages 55 to 70. Free. 7 p.m. Ghia. Grateful Dead. His father, Don Central, is featured in a social date com. game experience and comedy Live Music night event with Princeton Elite. The Laundry Men, BT Bistro, Register. $25. 8 p.m. 3499 Route 1 South, West Wind- sor, 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.- Happy Hour com. Mike Snyder and Drew Douglas B. Weekes DVM Kerry Danielsen VMD Wyndham Forrestal Hotel, Scud- Brady. 8:30 p.m. ders Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609- 936-6512. Celebrate summer with Socials food, drink, vendors, promotions, Newcomers Club Social Coffee, entertainment, and prizes. Free. 4 Princeton YWCA, Bramwell EDINBURG ANIMAL HOSPITAL to 7 p.m. House, 59 Paul Robeson Place, www.edinburgvet.com Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.- Food & Dining ywcaprinceton.org/newcomers- Happy Hour, Tre Bar, Tre Piani club.cfm. For new residents and Restaurant, Forrestal Village, those who have had a lifestyle Plainsboro, 609-452-1515. www.- change. 9:30 to 11 a.m. OUR 22ND YEAR SERVING WEST WINDSOR trepiani.com. Free hors d’oeuvres. Drink specials. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m Sports Trenton Thunder Baseball, Wa- A FULL SERVICE MEDICAL, Farmers’Market terfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, Princeton Farmers Market, Hinds 609-394-8326. Altoona Curve. $9 SURGICAL & DENTAL FACILITY. Plaza, Witherspoon Street, to $12. 7:05 p.m. Princeton, 609-655-8095. www.- 1676 Old Trenton Rd. • West Windsor, NJ princetonfarmersmarket.com. Produce, cheese, breads, baked (next to Mercer County Park) goods, flowers, chef cooking Friday demonstrations, books for sale, CENTRALLY LOCATED TO SERVE... family activities, and workshops. June 18 Rain or shine. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. East & West Windsor, Plainsboro, Cranbury, Princeton Jct. Hamilton, Washington, Yardville & Allentown Gardens Graduations Ask the Gardener, Mercer Coun- BUSINESS HOURS: ty Connection, 957 Route 33, High School North, Sun National Hamilton, 609-890-9800. www.- Bank Center, Trenton, 609-716- Mon-Fri 7AM-8PM • Saturday 7:30AM-NOON mercercounty.org. Barbara Brom- 5100. Ticketed event. Noon. Dr. Hours by Appointment ley, horticulturist for the Rutgers High School South, Sun National Cooperative Extension of Mercer Bank Center, Trenton, 609-716- Fact/Tip of the Day: County, talks about fertilizers and 5050. Ticketed event. 3 p.m. soil testing. Register. Free. 10 Dog sprayed by a skunk last night? a.m. to noon. Drama Skunk odor remedy: Combine 1 quart 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda Miss Connections, Off-Broad- Health & Wellness street Theater, 5 South Green- and 1 teaspoon mild liquid dish soap. Caregiver Support Group, wood Avenue, Hopewell, 609- Apply liberally to your dogs entire coat, Alzheimer’s Association, RWJ 466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- then rinse thoroughly. Center for Health and Wellness, com. Comedic mystery by Marvin 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamil- Harold Cheiten of Princeton. ton, 800-883-1180. www.alz.org. $27.50 to $29.50. 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 609-443-1212 609-275-1212 Continued on following page 24 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Health & Wellness JUNE 18 Sound Healing, Center for Relax- ation and Healing, 666 Plains- Continued from preceding page boro Road, Suite 635, Plainsboro, 609-750-7432. www.relaxation- The Threepenny Opera, Prince- andhealing.com. Experience the ton Festival, 185 Nassau Street, sound of the earth gong with Mar- Princeton, 609-537-0071. www.- co Dolce. Register. $22. 8 to 9 princetonfestival.org. Musical fea- p.m. turing music of Kurt Weill and lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 8 Live Music p.m. Phil Mazzara, It’s a Grind Coffee The Heidi Chronicles, Princeton House, 7 Schalks Crossing Road, Summer Theater, Hamilton Mur- Plainsboro, 609-275-2919. www.- ray Theater, 609-258-7062. itsagrind.com. Old standards. 8 to www.princetonsummertheater.- 10 p.m. org. Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulit- zer Prize winner. $16. 8 p.m. Lofash, BT Bistro, 3499 Route 1 South, West Windsor, 609-919- 9403. www.btbistro.com. Rock Art band. 9 p.m. Up Close and Classical: Summer Art Sale, Garden State Mariam Nazarian of Watercolor Society, Princeton Ernie White and Tom Reock, Sot- Shopping Center, 301 Harrison to 128 Restaurant and Lounge, Plainsboro presents a Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.- piano concert Friday, www.gardenstatewatercolor- June 11, at the Arts society.org. Original art works in com. Acoustic rock covers and watercolor, oil, pastel, and mixed originals. 9 p.m. Council of Princeton. media; both framed and un- framed. Noon to 5 p.m. Socials Luncheon, Rotary Club of the son Center, 45 Stockton Street, Dancing Princeton Corridor, Hyatt Re- Princeton, 609-945-1883. www.- gency, Carnegie Center, 609-799- centraljerseydance.org. Styling, Jersey Jumpers, Central Jersey special steps, and mambo lessons Dance Society, Unitarian Church, 0525. www.princetoncorridor- rotary.org. Register. Guests, $20. followed by open dancing. No 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, partner needed. $12. 7 p.m. 609-945-1883. www.centraljer- 12:15 p.m. seydance.org. East Coast Swing Scrabble Club, Borders Books, Classical Music lesson followed by an open dance. 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. $12. 7:30 p.m. www.bordersgroupinc.com. Meet Ariodante, Princeton Festival, in the cafe. 5 p.m. McCarter Theater, Princeton, 609- 537-0071. www.princeton- Classical Music festival.org. Handel’s opera. $30 Music and Art in 18th Century to $110. 8 p.m. London, Princeton Festival, Saturday Princeton Library, Witherspoon Pop Music Street, 609-537-0071. www.- princetonfestival.org. “The Com- June 19 Music Fest Weekend, Washing- position of Ariodante and Its Place ton Crossing Open Air Theater, in Handel’s Career” presented by 355 Washington Crossing-Pen- Donald Burrows, professor at the Drama nington Road, Titusville, 267-885- Open University, London. Free. 7 9857. www.dpacatoat.com. The Heidi Chronicles, Princeton p.m. Bands performing include Four Summer Theater, Hamilton Mur- the Day and Rainbow Fresh. $10; ray Theater, 609-258-7062. $7 for children. Blankets, seat Pop Music www.princetonsummertheater.- cushions, and insect repellent are Music Fest Weekend, Washing- org. Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulizer recommended. Picnic welcome ton Crossing Open Air Theater, Prize winner. $16. 2 and 8 p.m. before show. Food available. 355 Washington Crossing-Pen- The Threepenny Opera, Prince- Parking fee of $5. 7:30 p.m. nington Road, Titusville, 267-885- ton Festival, 185 Nassau Street, 9857. www.dpacatoat.com. Princeton, 609-537-0071. www.- Good Causes Bands performing include 15 Keys princetonfestival.org. Musical fea- Teens Against Cancer, American and Skip’s Museum. $10; $7 for turing music of Kurt Weill and children. Blankets, seat cushions, Cancer Society, Kelsey Theater, lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 3 1200 Old Trenton Road, West and insect repellent are recom- p.m. mended. Picnic welcome before Windsor, 609-915-7889. www.- show. Food available. Parking fee Miss Connections, Off-Broad- kelseytheatre.net. Performance of of $5. 7:30 p.m. street Theater, 5 South Green- “15 Reasons Not to be in a Play,” a wood Avenue, Hopewell, 609- one-act family-friendly play direct- Comedy Clubs 466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- ed by Tom Bessellieu; a variety of com. Comedic mystery by Marvin musical performances, a dance Max Dolcelli and DJ Hazard, Harold Cheiten of Princeton. performance, the sale of original Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Re- $27.50 to $29.50. 7 p.m. artwork by the teens; and a food gency, 102 Carnegie Center, concession. “We see this as an West Windsor, 609-987-8018. Film opportunity to honor those who www.catcharisingstar.com. Reg- have battled cancer,” says Katie ister. $17.50. 8 p.m. Outdoor Movie Series, Plains- Welsh, the founder of the group. LIFETIME DIAMOND COMMITMENT boro Recreation, Morris Davison Comedy Night, Grover’s Mill Cof- “We also want the event to serve YOUR DIAMOND COMES WITH A Park, Plainsboro, 609-799-0909 as a beacon of hope that someday fee House, 335 Princeton Hight- ext. 552. www.plainsboronj.com. stown Road, West Windsor, 609- all forms of cancer will either be Screening of “Up.” Bring blankets preventable or curable.” The 716-8771. www.groversmill- and lawn chairs. Free. 7 p.m. LIFETIME MONEY coffee.com. Helene Angley of group has raised more than West Windsor hosts. 8 p.m. $5,000 in three years. Free-will Art donation. 7 p.m. BACK GUARANTEE Faith Tots on Tour, Grounds For Benefit Dinner and Concert, But- Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Barbecue Dinner, Beth El Syna- terfly Transitions, Unitarian Uni- Hamilton, 609-586-0616. www.- versalist Congregation, 50 Cherry gogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, groundsforsculpture.org. For ages East Windsor, 609-443-4454. Hill Road, Princeton, 609-457- 3 to 5. Listen to a story, become 8870. www.planetdignity.com. Shabbat services, music by Schlo- park explorers, make original mo Carlebach, and barbecue din- Benefit for organization that pro- works of art. One adult must ac- vides funding for individuals who ner. Rain or shine. $12; $8 for chil- company each child. Register. dren. Register. 6 p.m. require gender affirmation Free with park admission. Rain or surgery. Performers include Na- shine. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. pua Davoy, a jazz singer and play- Summer Art Sale, Garden State wright; Tony Duncan, a juggler Watercolor Society, Princeton and comedian; uu4ia, an a cappel- KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING Shopping Center, 301 Harrison la women’s quartet; and Bryan Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. Woolbert, a pianist. Register. $65. FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED SINCE 1967 www.gardenstatewatercolor- 7 p.m. society.org. Original art works in Laughter is the Best Medicine watercolor, oil, pastel, and mixed Gala: Life After Stress, Institute media; both framed and un- of Wonderful Women Working framed. Norma Griffith demon- for Empowerment, Mercer Col- strates Chinese painting from lege Conference Center, West noon to 2 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Windsor, 609-466-2819. www.- Art All Night, Artworks, Museum wonderfulworkingwomen.org. of Contemporary Science, Roe- Gala to benefit scholarships for bling Machine Shop, 675 Clinton minority young women to continue Avenue, Trenton, 609-394-9436. education in the health care field. www.artworkstrenton.org. 24- Register. $90. 7 p.m. hours of art, entertainment, and Showroom Hours: 609-581-2626 refreshments. Through June 20, 3 Comedy Clubs Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 1351 KUSER ROAD p.m. 3 p.m. Max Dolcelli and DJ Hazard, Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Hamilton, NJ 08619 Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Re- Evenings & Weekends (Between Olden Ave. & Kuser Rd. Dancing gency, 102 Carnegie Center, By Appointment Minutes from I95 exit.) Salsa Sensation, Central Jersey West Windsor, 609-987-8018. Dance Society, Suzanne Patter- www.catcharisingstar.com. Reg- ister. $20. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 25 Farmers’Market buildings, and a school that exem- model homes. Hot and cold hors plify environment sustainability d’oeuvres buffet. Register. Free. West Windsor Community Farm- such as rain gardens, geothermal, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Republican Gala Reception ers’ Market, Vaughn Drive Park- solar panels, energy efficient ing Lot, Princeton Junction Train retrofits, and native plants. Tour Recreation Sports ancy Wesley Station, 609-577-5113. www.- is chairing for homeowners, architects, WW-P American Legion Base- N westwindsorfarmersmarket.org. builders, and landscapers. Free the spring gala re- Produce, bakery items, pizza, cof- ball. Lawrence Post 414 at High maps available. Register. Free. 11 School South. 11 a.m. ception for the fee, and other foods and flowers. a.m. to 4 p.m. West Windsor Arts Council, West Mercer County Windsor Bike and Pedestrian Al- Live Music Republican Com- liance, and Yes, We Can, a volun- mittee on Mon- teer group that collects food for the John Henry Goldman, Tre Piani, Sunday day, June 21, at Crisis Ministry of Princeton and 120 Rockingham Row, Forrestal Trenton Country Trenton. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Village, Plainsboro, 609-452- June 20 1515. www.straightjazz.com. Jazz Club. Wesley and Health & Wellness with Lisle Atkinson on bass, her husband, Roy, Richard Wyands on piano, and the chairman of Summer Workout Series, Can Do Goldman on trumpet. Dinner, Drama the club, have Fitness Club, 121 Main Street, desserts, and small plates avail- Miss Connections, Off-Broad- lived in West Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609- able. $15 minimum. 7:30 to 11 street Theater, 5 South Green- Windsor since 514-0500. www.candofitness.- p.m. wood Avenue, Hopewell, 609- com. Summer solstice yoga out- 1994. Bob Orlowski, It’s a Grind Coffee 466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.- side. Register at reception desk. com. Comedic mystery by Marvin Born in Syra- Bring a towel and water. Inside if it House, 7 Schalks Crossing Road, cuse, New York, Plainsboro, 609-275-2919. www.- Harold Cheiten of Princeton. rains. Free. 10 a.m. $27.50 to $29.50. 1:30 p.m. her father was a itsagrind.com. Jazz and easy lis- In the Club: Nancy For Families tening. 8 to 10 p.m. The Heidi Chronicles, Princeton professional commercial pho- Summer Theater, Hamilton Mur- tographer and her mother and Roy Wesley with School Open House, Barnes & Dr. Doz Band, BT Bistro, 3499 worked in advertising. Raised Route 1 South, West Windsor, ray Theater, 609-258-7062. Governor Chris Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, www.princetonsummertheater.- in Queens, she graduated from 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.com. Christie. Rock covers. 9 p.m. org. Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulit- Queens College with a degree in Toys, games, workbooks, and ed- zer Prize winner. $16. 2 p.m. ucational tools. Tours and refresh- accounting and economics. She ments. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. OutdoorAction The Threepenny Opera, Prince- worked at International Paper in two years and worked with the Family Nature Programs, Plains- ton Festival, 185 Nassau Street, New York City for 20 years, Interactive Family Music, Music Princeton, 609-537-0071. www.- company for 30 years. Together, 225 Hopewell Penning- boro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner when they wanted to relocate He has been the chairman of Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. princetonfestival.org. Musical fea- her to Memphis, Tennessee. ton Road, Hopewell, 609-924- turing music of Kurt Weill and the Mercer County Republican 7801. www.musictogetherprince- www.njaudubon.org. “Butterflies She later worked for New York for Beginners.” Register. $5. 3:30 lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 3 Club since 2007. “He works a ton.com. “Me, You, We,” a concert p.m. Senator Roy Goodman and then 100-hour week in the volunteer in conjunction with Family 411 to 5 p.m. the New York City Board of geared towards families who have position,” she says. “When he Singles Art Elections, where she managed began there was no money and children with special needs. Carol voter registration for all five Ann Blank, a music therapist, Summer Art Sale, Garden State no headquarters. In 2008 we Divorce Seminar, Princeton Elite boroughs. In New Jersey she guides teachers and families to Club, 264 Nassau Street, Prince- Watercolor Society, Princeton opened the headquarters in work together in a music making ton, 609-454-3183. www.prince- Shopping Center, 301 Harrison worked as a legislative aide for Hamilton.” Street, Princeton, 609-394-4000. experience. Register. $15 per toneliteclub.com. “The Children” Senator Inverso. In 2006 there were only 37 family. 1 p.m. presented by Sandy Durst. Q&A www.gardenstatewatercolor- Her “career” in politics be- society.org. Original art works in members. Three years later and refreshments. Register. 7 gan when she was 13 — as a there were 250 members. Lectures p.m. watercolor, oil, pastel, and mixed media; both framed and un- Goldwater girl. She was a mem- “There are many new people Networking Group, St. Gregory Wine and Dinner, Dinnermates, framed. Noon to 5 p.m. ber of the Women’s National coming out of the woodworks the Great Church, 4620 Notting- Princeton Area, 732-759-2174. Republican Club and commut- and old members rejoining,” ham Way, Hamilton Square. Sup- www.dinnermates.com. Ages 30s Classical Music ed to Manhattan with a friend. she says. — Lynn Miller port in the job search process. E- to early 50s. Call for reservation She worked on many cam- mail [email protected] for Chamber Music, Princeton Festi- and location. $20 plus dinner and paigns over the years. information. 8:15 to 10:30 a.m. drinks. 7:30 p.m. val, Taplin Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-537-0071. www.- She met Roy at the Metropol- Spring Gala Reception, Fatherhood 2010, UIH Family princetonfestival.org. Concordia itan Republican Club in New Mercer County Republican Partners, Hamilton Manor, 30 Socials Chamber Players. $30. 3 p.m. York City when he was running Committee, Trenton Country Route 156, Hamilton, 609-695- Knitting Club, Borders Books, for New York State Assembly. Club. Monday, June 21, 6:30 to 1492. www.uih.org. Mercer Coun- 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Pop Music 9 p.m. Guest of honor is Con- ty fathers honored at brunch. www.bordersgroupinc.com. Meet “We worked together and be- Keynote speaker is Reverend in the cafe. 7 p.m. Daughtry with Lifehouse and Ca- came friends,” she says. They gressman Chris Smith. Guest Darrell Armstrong, pastor of vo, Sun National Bank Center, moved to West Windsor when speakers are Senator Tom Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Shiloh Baptist Church. Register. For Seniors her husband was working for Goodwin and 12th congression- $30. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trenton, 800-298-4200. www.- al district candidate Scott Sip- Home and Garden Showcase, comcasttix.com. $29.50 to American Reinsurance in Green Building and Garden Princeton Windrows, 2000 $39.50. 7:30 p.m. Plainsboro. He did the reverse prell. Register. $125; $225 per Tour, Princeton Environmental Windrows Drive, Plainsboro, 800- commute from New York for couple. 609-275-8315. Commission, Princeton Area, 708-7007. www.princetonwin- Continued on following page 609-921-1359. www.princeton- drows.com. Tour the gardens, twp.org. Self-guided tour features greenhouse, container gardens, homes, gardens, commercial indoor plants, and herbs. Explore 26 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Opportunities Summer Special For more listings visit www.- Stars in the Park has auditions Call forArt $99/Month princetoninfo.com. for “Cinderella” on Saturday, June 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kelsey The- South Brunswick Arts Com- Includes Uniform ater. Parts are still open for chorus WWArts Council mission invites entries for “Sum- New Students Only dancers, Fairy Godmother’s assis- mer Pleasures,” open to artists Seeks Asst. Director tants, children’s chorus, King Dar- working in all mediums for the ling, and Prince Charming. Pre- summer exhibit at the municipal est Windsor Arts Council pare 16 bars of a song and be pre- building in Monmouth Junction. seeks an assistant director/- pared to dance. Bring resume/pho- W Deadline is Tuesday, June 15. Call program coordinator in a half-time to. Call Lorraine Wargo to set up 732-329-4000, ext. 7635, or E- position. The major responsibility an appointment at 609-530-0912. mail [email protected]. will be to manage a community Mercer County Park Com- arts center presenting arts and cul- mission now offers bicycle rentals tural events, classes, workshops, Auditions on weekends at Mercer County and exhibits in the new facility; Park in West Windsor. Call working with volunteer commit- Somerset Valley Players has Knapps Cyclery at 609-393-1199. tees to program, market, and pro- auditions for “The King and I” on At the marina, kayak rentals are mote cultural activities; prepare Tuesday and Wednesday, June 22 available for $15 per hour; and production budgets; determine and 23, at 7:30 p.m., 689 Amwell pontoon boat lake tours are at 1, 3 technical requirements; trou- Road, Hillsborough. Large ensem- and 5 p.m. for $6. The docks on the bleshoot tech and house problems; ble cast, ages 7 to 60, needed. Be Delaware River are available sun- negotiate and finalize contracts prepared to sing something from rise to sunset, seven days a week. with artists; maintain the condition the show. Accompaniment will be Call 609-989-4947 for informa- of all equipment; and staff all provided. Readings will be from tion. events with contracted profession- script. Call 908-369-7469 or visit als, existing staff, or volunteers. www.svptheatre.org. The summer months include Summer Fun Playhouse 22 has auditions for preparing for the grand opening Mercer Masters Princeton “How to Succeed in Business events beginning in September. National Rowing Association of- Without Really Trying” on Sunday Background or degree in arts ad- fers three Learn to Row sessions and Monday, June 20 and 21, 7 ministration or theater manage- from Monday, June 14 to Friday, p.m. Prepare a song from the show, JUNCTION ment is desirable. Technical know- August 13. Monday, Wednesday, bring sheet music, and be prepared ledge and experience in lighting and Friday, 5:30 to 7 a.m., $350. to dance. An accompanist will be and sound is important and experi- The fitness, recreations, and racers provided. 721 Cranbury Road, ence in coordinating arts education programs meet Monday to Satur- East Brunswick. www.play- BARBER SHOP programs is highly desirable. day, 5:30 to 7 p.m., $450. E-mail house22.org Submit cover letter and resume [email protected] or visit by Thursday, July, 1, to Eduardo www.rowpnra.org for information Actors’ Net has auditions for Garcia, Executive Director, West and registration. “Cats” on Saturdays, June 19 and Windsor Arts Council, Box 952, 26, noon to 2 p.m., 635 North Del- West Windsor 08550 or by E-mail morr Avenue, Morrisville, PA. 33 Hightstown Rd., Princeton Jct. to [email protected]. Summer Programs Call 267-391-8562 or E-mail ELLSWORTH’S CENTER (Near Train Station) Bridge Academy offers sum- [email protected] to sched- The Arts Council also seeks ex- Hrs: Tues - Fri: 10am - 5:45pm mer programs in social skills for ule an audition. Bring headshot perienced artists and art teachers Sat: 8:30am - 2:30pm 609-799-8554 children ages 9 to 14 who have dif- and resume. Prepare 16 bars of a who are interested in presenting ficult making or keeping friends; standard show tune and be pre- workshops at the soon-to-be have trouble acting appropriately pared to dance. An accompanist opened building on Alexander in social situations, school, stores, will be provided. Must be 16 or Road for weekday and weekend or parties; or have difficulty initiat- older. workshops for adults, teens, and ing, maintaining, or ending a con- children. E-mail info@westwind- versation. The program is Monday sorarts.org. Deadline for proposal Volunteer to Thursday, June 28 to July 29. is Thursday, July 1. The 19, one hour sessions cost Art All Night seeks volunteers $995. Register by Tuesday, June for its all night event beginning In Town 15. Call Marge Kuzin at 609-884- Saturday, June 19. Openings for Sunday services at 8 a.m., 9.30 a.m., and 11.15 a.m. 0770. www.banj.org. marketing, planning, set-up, art in- Summer Sunday Service at 9.30 a.m., July 4-September 5 West Windsor Library has an take, tallying sales, art return, and adult reading program beginning Camp Gan Israel of Greater Mercer County offers programs clean-up. Contact Candice Freder- Tuesdays at 10.30 a m., Meditation Group Monday, June 28. Card holders ick by E-mail to candicefre@- Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m., Healing Service may register and pick up logs on for ages 3 to 12 with a focus on Jewish living. Visit www.prince- gmail.com or visit www.artworks Monday, June 14. Call 609-275- Trenton.org/artallnight. 8901 or E-mail [email protected]. tonchabad.org or call 609-683- 7240.

History Chess JUNE 20 Civil War and Native American Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Hair Plus Museum, Camp Olden, 2202 Doren Street, 609-275-2897. HairTHE SALON Plus Continued from preceding page Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-585- www.lmxac.org/plainsboro. For HTHEAIR, NAIL & SALONSKIN CARE 8900. www.campolden.org. Ex- advanced adult players. 1 to 5 WEST WINDSOR Music Fest Weekend, Washing- hibits featuring Civil War soldiers p.m. HAIR, NAIL & SKIN CARE 609-897-0400 ton Crossing Open Air Theater, from New Jersey include their SouthfieldWEST Center, Princeton-Hightstown WINDSOR Road 355 Washington Crossing-Pen- original uniforms, weapons, and Recreation Sports OPEN 7 DAYS nington Road, Titusville, 267-885- medical equipment. Diorama of WW-P American Legion Base- 609-897-0400 9857. www.dpacatoat.com. the Swamp Angel artillery piece Southfield Center, Princeton-Hightstown Road ball. At Robbinsville Post 530 at COME VISIT US Bands performing include Evil and Native American artifacts. OPEN 7 DAYS Robbinsville High. 11 a.m. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR MONTHLY SPECIALS ON: Steve, Mother Zeta, and the Free. 1 to 4 p.m. Stephen Lyons Band. $10; $7 for HHAIR:AIR design• SKIN cutting& N& AILstyling,PRODUCTS color, high- •& Slow-lighting,ERVICES children. Blankets, seat cushions, Live Music Sports for Causes SKIN:custom facial waves; & NAILS: body waxing;manicures, pedicures,make-up tips application & wraps, and insect repellent are recom- Run for Dad, American Cancer nail art, paraffin treatments; SKIN: facial & body waxing; make-up mended. Picnic welcome before Trivia Night, BT Bistro, 3499 Society, Mercer County Park, application& make-overs; & make-overs; facials. facials. show. Food available. Parking fee Route 1 South, West Windsor, 732-951-6370. http://community.- of $5. 7:30 p.m. 609-919-9403. www.btbistro.- acsevents.org/runfordadnj. Annu- First Time Clients Only. Mondays Only Facials: com. Cristiana presents. 7 p.m. al father’s day 5K run and 2K walk Restore Your Youthful Appearance. Reg. $115 NOW $85 Good Causes to increase awareness about OutdoorAction prostate cancer and raise funds European Repair Facial Multicultural Dance Music Event, Web of Compassion, Stream Stomp, Washington for American Cancer Society’s re- Reg. $85 NOW $55 Hinds Plaza, Witherspoon Street, Crossing State Park, Visitor search, education, and screening Princeton, 609-497-4598. www.- Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. projects. Games for children, re- First Time Clients Only: webofcompassion.org. Benefit to Wet hike in search of crayfish, freshments, awards, and prizes. $10 Off Any Hair Service support Haiti disaster relief fund. 4 salamanders, frogs, and other Register. 7:30 a.m. of $55 or More. to 9 p.m. stream inhabitants. Register. $5 per car. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 10% to 20% Off Food & Dining Singles Any Retail Item Father’s Day, Daryl Wine Bar, Including: 302 George Street, New Princeton Singles, Princeton Ca- Paul Mitchell, Brunswick, 732-253-7780. www.- noe, 439 Alexander Road, 908- 874-6539. Kayaking on the canal Biolage, Loreal, darylwinebar.com. Prix fixe menu. Register. 2 to 7 p.m. for ages 55-plus. Register. Kayak Kiwi, Redken, Aquage rental, $15. 10 a.m. JUNE 11, 2010 THE NEWS 27 and in confusion,” she says. Hence the design and construction field. immediately and by summer 2002 cation skills to help an organization Nikki Stern the danger of a demagogue who en- In this capacity she served as direc- also dropped Swanke. whose work she believes in to de- Continued from page 32 gages a crowd by laying out as ab- tor of corporate communications Stern also helped form a support velop and focus its message. She is solutely true certain assumptions for Swanke Hayden & Connell, a group in Princeton that at times had clear, however, about one thing. Dangerous Appeal of Moral Au- and convincing listeners that these New York architecture firm, and as many as 30 people. The group “Mostly I want to be doing some- thority.” Stern will do a reading assumptions are the only ones they also worked for Ewing Cole, archi- provided both support and infor- thing that involves human interac- and conversation about her book at could possibly have. A person like tects in Philadelphia. She nearly mation to area survivors and was tion,” she writes in an E-mail. Labyrinth Books on Tuesday, June Hitler, for example, projected this run by Princeton psychologist “Writing is terrific fun and I’m kind of certainty, and Stern remem- Ruth Goldston, who took no mon- pleased and proud that I devote 22, at 6 p.m. The day after 9/11 Stern In public forums 9/11 families bers when she was young looking ey for her work. several hours each day to it. But it’s were being asked to speak on top- at footage of Hitler and thinking, started a diary and Eventually Stern was appointed also very isolating.” ics, whether or not they had the ex- “These people are not questioning; memoir which, while not to the family advisory committee In her new book Stern also ex- they are just enthralled and of the Lower Manhattan Develop- plores a solution to our tendency to perience to provide insightful an- yet published, set her on swers. For example, maybe it made amazed, part of something bigger ment Council. During these early assign moral authority, one that sense for Congress to invite them to than themselves.” the path to writing her days she met Jon Corzine at a pre- harks back to the lively discussions testify about mental health, if they Growing up in Milwaukee, new book. sentation she was giving, and he her family had around the dinner were being asked to talk about their Stern became interested more in urged her to take a more formal table. Stern says we need to develop personal experiences of mental dis- the outside world and particularly role in helping families in New Jer- a more flexible way of thinking tress. But, Stern wondered, should in the United Nations. “I loved the stopped writing songs during this sey. He then funded a post for her about good and bad, right and they be asked what a homeland se- whole idea of a diversified, multi- period, although she was still writ- through his foundation, and in Jan- wrong, and what we know and don’t curity program should look like? cultural group of people,” she says, ing down ideas for lyrics and even a uary, 2002, Stern began a year’s know. What it comes down to is re- “At what point do we say, ‘I’m very “and I started taking French couple of ideas for stories. service as a 9/11 ombudsman and placing stereotyping with critical sorry for your loss, but you may not lessons and later studied Spanish.” Then came September 11, 2001, advocate, reporting to the office of thinking. “This us-or-them mentali- be best person to speak on this sub- Stern was also very creative whose effect on her own life Stern law and public safety. Her reports ty is anti-American,” says Stern. “A ject’?” she says. from an early age, playing both captures in six powerful words: went both to the governor’s office closed mind seems to negate every- But Stern also started to notice flute and piano and writing poetry, “My husband died and everything and to then-Senator Corzine. thing that America stands for.” that the public’s penchant for as- finally settling on musical compo- changed.” In 2002 Stern also joined the Even as she hears people com- signing moral authority to others sition as her metier. After majoring The day after he died, she started board of directors of Families of plain that they don’t have the time did not stop with 9/11 families. “I in history and French at Washing- a diary and memoir that she calls September 11 and in 2004 she be- to seek out all the facts, Stern main- noticed a tendency in our society, ton University, she earned a mas- “Between Waves,” which she has came its executive director, serving tains that it is necessary to check out in our culture, to view certain peo- ter’s degree in political science and not yet published. “It needs so through mid-2005. These positions the facts, especially with the “mor- ple as just knowing what is right, American constitutional law at much editing, and I don’t know gave her an opportunity to work phing of the media into a kind of In- knowing absolutely, and then bow- Georgetown University. But while whether it would be of interest to very closely with 9/11 families. ternet free-for-all.” Just because ing to them and anointing them as she was still in graduate school, she anyone or whether I want to go In 2006 Stern worked as a something is published on the Web moral paragons,” she says. This started to work as a musician, back — it’s very painful,” she says. fundraising consultant for Search bears no relation to whether it is category may be applied, for exam- spending about 15 years as a strug- But the writing was less about for Common Ground, which had true or accurate. “People are reck- ple, to celebrities and to physi- gling composer, arranger, song- publication than simply something presented Stern and Families of less with facts and with informa- cians, and even if these people later writer, and lyricist. Stern was driven to do. When she September 11 in 2005 with an tion, and are very gullible when it disappoint, their mantle of moral came home from work, she says, award for international understand- comes to believing them; they be- authority is simply transferred to uring the eight years she was in “All I would do was write. I could- ing for its work with Americans for lieve what corresponds with what someone else. DWashington, she wrote music n’t sit and read and watch televi- Informed Democracy on a series of they already believe,” she says. Assigning moral authority may for audio books; created funny, spe- sion. As I wrote, it got clearer that, town hall meetings and satellite For Stern there is a kind of beau- seem innocent enough, but its con- cialty songs for cabaret singers; and in terms of self expression and television dialogues to build under- ty in uncertainty, in not knowing sequences can be very destructive. wrote the scores for about six docu- dealing with my pain, it was only standing and reduce the growing absolutely what the outcome will If some people are deemed to know mentary films and about 15 musical thing I could do.” As support in her mutual hatred between the United be. “There are many possibilities what is right and have access to murder mystery dinner theaters, writing efforts, she enrolled in the States and Islamic countries. and you work for and hope for the moral blessings that the rest of us four of which got published as the New York Writers Workshop. Between 2007 and 2009 Stern best one. It is possible to be uncer- don’t, then our vision gets blurred, Cafe Noir series and are still done After September 11, still travel- began her blog, 1 Woman’s Vu tain and be an optimist,” she says. and we start finding comfort in around the country. She also cut an ing into New York for her work at (www.1womansvu.com), worked “It is fun to keep yourself open to moral absolutes that we accept album and then a CD. Swanke, Stern found herself in the on her new book, and served as considering arguments given by without questioning, such as “we Just before she got married in informal role of collecting infor- communications consultant and other people. I can’t imagine living are right and they are wrong” or 1990, Stern moved into public rela- mation for New Jersey survivor writer for the Public Diplomacy any other way.” families about what was going on Collaborative at the John F. Ken- President George Bush’s “we are tions work with the Hillier Group Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau in New York with regard to charity nedy Center for Government at good and they are evil.” Architects, where her work in- Street, Princeton. Tuesday, June donations and outreach to sur- Harvard University. As Stern further penetrated this volved not only marketing but also 22, 6 p.m. Nikki Stern, author of vivors. “I did not have children and Stern is planning to begin work idea of unquestioning acceptance explaining architectural design. “Because I Say So: The Dangerous was able to get to these meetings,” on a second book this summer and of authority because it is deemed She and her husband moved to Appeal of Moral Authority,” dis- she says. “I felt better running is thinking about working for one “moral,” she realized more and Plainsboro in 1992. cusses her book. Booksigning fol- around and going to as many meet- or two local political candidates. more how much people get attract- After five years with Hillier, lows. 609-497-1600 or www.laby- ings as possible.” She had already More generally, she would like to ed to certainty. “Certainty is huge- Stern worked for another seven rinthbooks.com. ly comforting for people in need years as a freelance consultant in given up her work at Ewing Cole employ her writing and communi-

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New members are welcome. 7:15 p.m. Continued on following page 28 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 Onstage: An Evening of Drama and Improv arina Vrahnos of Plainsboro little girl,” she told The News in and Hollywood to central New Jer- Mwas determined to produce 2008. “My mother wanted me to go sey.” He has worked off Broad- “The Tiger,” Murray Schisgal’s to acting school when I was four way, on television, and in films. one-act play about a housewife and but I did not become involved with “My journey into the world of a postman, as soon as she read it. “I school and community theater acting and directing began with a am familiar with the playwright groups until high school.” true love for both comedy and dra- and have a book of his plays,” says Her husband, Stavros, owns a ma,” says Wood. “I knew that Vrahnos. “I thought it would be business in Hightstown focusing on when I was always finding myself great to see the play come alive on pre-paid phone cards. Their son, in hot water with the dear nuns of stage to see what can come out of Dimitri, 18, a senior at High School St. Paul School on Staten Island, these characters.” South, will attend Salisbury Univer- New York that my comedic abili- She also realized that she could sity in Maryland to study exercise ties were being well received.” relate to the female character in the science. Captain of the varsity ten- “I bring my passion for acting to play and wanted to portray the nis team, he has been the top player every work and I am working to- woman in the two-person play. “In on the team for two years. “He is ward building both a professional Drawn to the Stage: my life right now I am going very interested in sports, health, and acting company and comedy im- Actors Marina Vrah- through a parallel life of what she is nutrition so it is a really good choice prov troupe with the students.” nos, above, and Jody going through,” says Vrahnos. “I for him,” says Vrahnos. This is the debut performance of am really excited about being in it.” Vrahnos is looking for the new that group. The members of the Far Wood; and pianist Bill She had taken acting classes chapter in her life. She recently vis- and in Between Improv Comedy Bauer, right. with Jody Wood of JW Actors Stu- ited Costa Rica to look for land to Troupe include Gerry Martin, dio in Forrestal Village, Plains- buy. “I have always been drawn to Matthew Kann, Judy DeClement, duction of “The Diary of Anne boro, and asked him to direct the mountains, oceans, and climate,” Nicole D’Onofrio, Julianne Bell, Frank.” Bauer teaches music theo- play. They found the second actor, she says. She also visited her moth- and Danny Siegel. ry and musicianship, jazz and clas- ‘The Tiger,’ I’m returning to my Danny Siegel of Princeton, er in England and her father in Bill Bauer, a musician from sical music, improvisation and roots in the theater,” says Bauer. through an audition notice in the Spain. Plainsboro opens the show and per- composition at CUNY’s Graduate “In a short time, this remarkable opportunities section in U.S. 1. She The second part of the evening forms during intermission. “It’s an Center and College of Staten Is- play moves through an incredible is renting the performance space will be an hour of improv per- original jazz composition that fea- land. Bauer is also working on a range of emotions. It’s exciting to from the Arts Council of Princeton. formed by Wood’s students. “The tures improvisation,” says Bauer. book for Scarecrow Press about be taking part in this wonderful Vrahnos, born and raised in studio is for students to learn the “There’s a hidden meaning to the Louis Armstrong’s distinctive ap- production, which brings those England, taught yoga for 12 years, skills to enhance their presenta- music. People who recognize the proach to singing. emotions to the surface and makes and does therapeutic massage tions, build confidence, or become tune will get it.” Bauer has lived in Plainsboro for them real.” — Lynn Miller work. Always passionate about better listeners and communica- He has been composing and per- two years with his wife, Fumiko, acting, she took classes in New tors,” Wood told The News in forming music for close to 35 years who also composes, performs, and JW Actors Studio, Arts Coun- York. “The theater has been a part 2008. Wood, who lives in Hope- — since he was in high school. His teaches music, and their 3 1/2 year cil of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon of my life on and off since I was a well, wants to “bring New York first incidental music was for a pro- old son Kentaro, who is already Street. Saturday and Sunday, June showing an interest in music. 12 and 13. $15. 609-924-8777. “In creating incidental music for www.artscouncilofprinceton.- org.

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A Hampshire Drive McElrath said that during the in- one stole the victim’s black, uni- R New Chef from New York’s R Sresident was the victim of auto vestigation, Dellobuono admitted sex, Cannondale bicycle from the theft between 5 and 11 p.m. on May to looking into car windows for bicycle rack in the parking lot of 31. Sergeant Joseph E. Jankowski valuables and then hiding from po- building 5. The bike is worth $800. Mulberry Street in “Little Italy” said someone stole the victim’s lice. He also gave a false address in A resident of Marion Drive was 2006 Honda Civic SI, worth an es- an attempt to justify being in the the victim of burglary, theft, and timated $17,300. Police are inves- area of the crime scene, McElrath criminal mischief between 8:30 tigating. said. He was sent to the Middlesex and 9:30 p.m. on June 5. Officer County jail on $5,000 bail. Shoplifting. Kenny R. O’Con- Kenneth Beatty said someone nell, 45, of Mackenzie Lane was Burglary/Theft. A resident of broke into the victim’s home, dam- charged May 29 with shoplifting at Marion Drive was the victim of aging the property, and stealing ap- Superfresh. Corporal Brett Olma burglary and theft sometime be- proximately $10,000 worth of jew- said O’Connell stole $247.76 tween 3:30 p.m. on June 5 and 9:27 elry and gold. worth of merchandise, fled the a.m. on June 7. Officer Thomas A resident of Quail Ridge Drive scene in his rental car, and went Larity said someone stole two lap- was the victim of theft between 8 home. Olma said a majority of the tops, worth a total $3,000, from in- p.m. on May 21 and 9:30 a.m. on items were recovered from his res- side the home. The rear door was May 24. Officer Martin McElrath idence. damaged. said someone stole a VRCD-220F R Fraud. A resident of Fox Run A High School North student CD and mp3 player and $10 in cash Musicians on Fridays & Saturdays R apartments was the victim of credit was the victim of theft on June 3 from the victim’s car while it was Unwind at the End of the Week card fraud on May 18. Officer between 12:20 and 12:40 p.m. Of- parked in a Quail Ridge Drive R R Arthur Gant said someone used the ficer Richard Colucci said some- parking lot. McElrath said the vic- Catering for All Occasions On or Off Premises victim’s credit card to book a trip one stole his laptop, power cord, tim reported possibly leaving the through a travel website. The esti- and computer bag from the dining car unlocked over the weekend. 206 Farnsworth Avenue • Bordentown • 609-298-8360 mated value of the trip was hall while he ate lunch. He told po- The CD and mp3 player was esti- www.ilovemarcellos.com $1,518.75. lice he placed his possession on the mated to be worth $80. floor, next to where he was seated Attempted Burglary. Matthew A High School North student in the lower dining hall. He told po- J. Dellobuono, 25, of Quail Ridge was the victim of theft on May 27 lice he was talking with friends, Drive, was charged May 24 with between 3 and 4:20 p.m. Sergeant looked down, and saw that the bag criminal attempt (burglary), hin- Jason Hanley said someone stole Look for Our New was missing. The stolen items in- dering, and obstruction. Officer the victim’s cell phone — an HTC cluded an Asus laptop, Core I3 Martin McElrath said police were Hero, worth $520 — and $20 in Kitchen Opening Processor 4GB, with a power cord, called to the area of Building 10 on cash from a locked locker in the and a Targus black nylon laptop Late June! Quail Ridge Drive on a report that a boy’s locker room. suspicious person was peering into bag. The total value of the stolen Offering Fresh Baked items is $654.99. vehicle windows. 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Rock. 9 609-716-8323 • 609-716-8324 • Fax: 609-716-8325 Sign Up for Email Produce Alerts! p.m. 30 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 while underage, speeding, posses- $3,000 out of Trenton. Louis De- Credit Card Fraud Arrest. Si- Richard S. Klieger, 18, of Continued from preceding page sion of a controlled dangerous sub- vlugt was sent to the Middlesex mone A. Jeudy, 19, of New York Plainsboro was charged May 27 A Hampshire Drive resident stance in a motor vehicle, driving County jail in default of $2,500 City, was charged May 29 with with possession of marijuana. Offi- was the victim of theft between 9 while suspended, careless driving, while his wife was sent to Trenton theft by deception, fraudulent use cer David Jelinski said that he saw a.m on May 25 and 12:31 a.m. on possession of an open container of Police. of credit cards, possession of a two cars parked in the Millstone May 26. Officer Thomas Larity alcohol in a vehicle, failure to sig- Jose C. Membreno, 33, of East- fraudulent ID, and obstruction of Trail parking area off Millstone said someone stole several items nal, and failure to observe a marked on, PA, was charged May 30 with justice. Road, approached the cars to in- from the victim’s home. The items turning course. driving while intoxicated. Officer According to Officer Michael vestigate, and spoke with Klieger. includes a silver Mac Notebook Stroman was also charged with Thomas Larity said he stopped him Bollentin said he was called to the While speaking with him, he said computer, a Western digital 640 gi- hindering, possession of drug para- on Schalks Crossing Road for fail- Best Buy store because the manag- he saw the marijuana inside the car. gabyte hard drive, and an Olympus phernalia, and possession of alco- ing to maintain a lane and found he er believed Jeudy was making a He said he also found a plastic Stylus 9000 camera. The total cost hol while underage. was intoxicated. He said police al- fraudulent purchase, and the man- homemade smoking pipe and a of the stolen items is approximate- DWI Arrests. James J. Carr, 26, so found he was hiding his true ager had suspected her in previous quantity of marijuana inside the ly $1,815. of Quail Ridge Drive, was charged identity and was subsequently similar incidents. Jeudy was at- car. He was also charged with pos- June 6 with driving while intoxi- charged with hindering his own ap- tempting to purchase a laptop and session of drug paraphernalia. Criminal Mischief. Someone prehension and obstructing a po- Blackberry cell phone worth over cated. Officer Arthur Gant said he Leon Franklin Christopher, 22, spray-painted several cars with lice investigation. Membreno also $2,200 combined under the name stopped him on Scudders Mill of Brooklyn, NY, was charged white paint in Parking Lot 45 on had two outstanding warrants from Meghan Vandia, said Bollentin. Road after he watched him drive May 27 with possession of mari- Quail Ridge Drive between 6 p.m. New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He She gave the Best Buy employees a straight through a marked turning juana. Officer Christopher Van on June 6 and 7:07 a.m. on June 7. was also charged with reckless dri- New York driver’s license with the course at the intersection of Scud- Ness said he stopped him on Route Two of the vehicles were golf carts ving, driving while suspended, name. ders Mill and Dey roads, swerving 1 South at Meadow Road for motor owned by Quail Ridge mainte- failure to maintain a lane, careless Bollentin said that when he got from driving straight over the cen- vehicle violations and found he nance, and another was a 2004 driving, failure to wear a seatbelt, to the store, she tried to run out of ter median. He said he found he was driving with a revoked driver’s Toyota Rav 4. The estimated cost and obstruction of view. He was the store, but she was caught by of- was intoxicated. He was also license. He said police also found of damage was $700. sent to the Middlesex County jail in ficers arriving in front of Sam’s charged with reckless driving, marijuana in the car. He was also default of $1,500 bail. Club. Once arrested, she continued Someone broke beer bottles in speeding, failure to maintain a charged with possession of drug to use fictitious names, Bollentin the pool and pool area of the Gen- lane, failure to observe a marked paraphernalia and received sum- said. Police made a positive identi- try residential development some- turning course, obstructed view, West Windsor monses for motor vehicle viola- time between 8 p.m. on June 2 and fication at headquarters. and non-resident driving and regis- andalism. Police are looking tions. 10:40 a.m. on June 3, said Officer tration privilege violations. Theft. John P. Simmons, 40, of for vandals who damaged a DWI Arrests. Deborah L. Jason Mandato. The cost to clean V Trenton, was charged with com- Thomas Kowalczyk, 58, of 40-foot boat at Mercer Lake be- Glover, 52, of West Windsor, was up the broken glass in the pool is mitting theft at Wal-Mart on June Quail Ridge Drive, was charged longing to the Machestic Dragons charged June 6 with driving while estimated to be $300. 3. Officer Campbell Knox said June 2 with driving while intoxi- about six days before the team was intoxicated. Officer Christopher Simmons stole several hundred Someone vanadalized the cated and possession of marijuana going to use the boat in its annual Van Ness said she was involved in dollars in cash from a cash register, Schalks Meadow Park baseball under 50 grams. Officer Martin breast cancer fundraiser on June 6. a motor vehicle accident on Route as well as a grill, fan, and desktop field on Parker Road by breaking McElrath said he stopped him on According to officials, the van- 1 northbound at Carnegie Boule- computer and fled the store. The to- two foul poles and breaking off a Quail Ridge Drive for failing to dalism was discovered in the park- vard. He said police found she was tal value of the items was $1,200. handle to a storage shed on the park maintain a lane and for making an ing lot on June 1. Vandals had intoxicated. She was also charged property sometime between 11 improper turn and found him to be pulled the boat from its mooring Then, on June 5, Wal-Mart loss with reckless driving. a.m. on May 28 and 11 a.m. on June intoxicated. McElrath said he also and dragged it 60 or 70 feet from prevention officers called police James Graham, 46, of 2, said Officer Joseph Breyta. The found marijuana. Kowalczyk was the lake’s edge. Damaged in the or- because they recognized Simmons Lawrenceville, was charged June 6 damage was estimated to be $120. also charged with reckless driving, deal was the boat’s steering arm when he returned to the store. As with driving while intoxicated. Of- failure to maintain a lane, improper and a bolt that holds the arm in Officers Campbell Knox and Brian Drug Arrests. Ralph Ralley, ficer Ted Hojnacki said Graham turn, and operating a motor vehicle place. Mahon approached him, he tried to 20, and Aziz S. Stroman, 20, both was involved in a two-car accident while in possession of a controlled Members of the Oregon State flee the store, but they caught up to of Trenton, were charged June 5 at the intersection of New Village dangerous substance. University rowing team, who were him. They said Simmons became with possession of marijuana un- and Edinburg roads. Hojnacki said training at the site at the time of the combative, and a physical alterca- der 50 grams. Officer Arthur Gant Louis A. Devlugt, 29, of Lang- police found Graham to be intoxi- vandalism’s discovery, helped to tion took place. He was also said he stopped Talley, the driver, horne, PA was charged May 30 cated. He was also charged with repair the damage to the boat. charged with resisting arrest. He on Route 1 North for several motor with driving while intoxicated and reckless driving, failure to observe vehicle violations and found Tal- West Windsor police say that a was released after posting bail. endangering the welfare of a child. witness saw three vehicles ap- a signal, driving while suspended, ley did not have a driver’s license. Officer Joseph Diggs said he Drug Arrests. Adrian Kwabena and having an open container of al- In addition, Gant said Talley gave proach the edge of the lake at about stopped him on Route 1 South for 6:45 p.m. on May 31. One of the Johnston, 19, of South Brunswick cohol in a motor vehicle. him a fake name because he be- driving 110 miles per hour and was charged June 5 with posses- vehicles was a two-toned maroon Oliver W. Lopresti, 24, of Lam- lieved he had a warrant for his ar- found he was intoxicated. He was sion of marijuana under 50 grams. minivan, and police say the witness bertville, was charged May 27 with rest. Stroman also gave a false also charged with driving while Officer Christopher Van Ness said saw the van back up to the lake and driving while intoxicated. Officer name to prevent his arrest on sever- suspended and a contempt of court he stopped him at Route 1 North a group of high school-aged Christopher Van Ness said he al warrants, Gant said. warrant from Trenton. and Washington Road for speeding teenagers getting out of the vehi- stopped him on Route 1 North near During the investigation, Gant Diggs said Devlugt had been and found marijuana in the passen- cles to pull the boat out of the wa- Alexander Road for having a head- said he also found a bag of marijua- traveling with his wife, Shawntae ger compartment of the car. He was ter. light out and found he was intoxi- na and drug paraphernalia in the L. Devlugt, 25, and four-year-old also charged with speeding and Anyone with information about cated. He was also charged with car. Talley was also charged with son in the car. His wife was arrest- possession of a controlled danger- the incident should contact West reckless driving and equipment vi- hindering, possession of drug para- ed on three outstanding warrants ous substance in a motor vehicle. phernalia, possession of alcohol Windsor Detective Robert Fow at olations. from contempt of court in excess of 609-799-1222.

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Drama to benefit the James Tolin memorial fund. $25. 8 p.m. Summer Workout Series, Can Do Fitness Beginner’s Drum Circle, Lawrence Li- inc.com. 11 a.m. brary, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence The Threepenny Opera, Princeton Festi- Club, 121 Main Street, Forrestal Village, Go Fly a Kite, Plainsboro Recreation Park Plainsboro, 609-514-0500. www.cando- Township, 609-989-6920. www.mcl.org. Ranger Division, Community Park, Plains- val, 185 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609- Bring your own drum, shaker, gong, bell, or 537-0071. www.princetonfestival.org. Musi- fitness.com. Spinning outside. Register at boro, 609-799-0909. www.plainsboronj.- reception desk. Bring a towel and water. In- other percussion. Register. 4:30 p.m. com. Kite-building workshop. Register. cal featuring music of Kurt Weill and lyrics by Bertolt Brecht. $40. 8 p.m. side if it rains. 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Crafts, music, food, and a movie on Board of Trustees Meeting, Princeton In- the green. 6 to 11 p.m. Sports ternational Academy Charter School, 2222. www.princeton.edu. Last day for “How You See Me,” an exhibit of more than Trenton Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route Marsee Center, 575 Ewing Street, Prince- Lectures 29, 609-394-8326. www.trentonthunder.- ton, www.piacs.org. 6:15 p.m. 50 works of art and poetry created by Home- Front clients focuses on how others see Meeting, Toastmasters Club, Mary Jacobs com. New Hampshire. $9 to $12. 7:05 p.m. them and how they see themselves. 10 a.m. Library, 64 Washington Street, Rocky Hill, For Seniors 609-306-0515. http://ssu.freetoasthost.ws. Sports for Causes Women Now Alone Support Group, West Summer Art Sale, Garden State Watercol- or Society, Princeton Shopping Center, Build speaking, leadership, and communi- Just for Joey Golf Outing, Eden Institute Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. cation skills. Guests are welcome. 7:30 Foundation, Heron Glen Golf Course, Rin- 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 301 Harrison Street, Princeton, 609-394- 4000. www.gardenstatewatercolorsociety.- p.m. goes, 609-987-0099. www.justforjoey.org. org. Noon to 5 p.m. Annual benefit for autism. $155. 11 a.m. 32 THE NEWS JUNE 11, 2010 What Is the Definition of Moral Authority? by Michele Alperin A Plainsboro Resident and 9/11 Widow Explains ikki Stern, a Plainsboro res- ident, describes her up- In a New Book Why Grief Doesn’t Equal Expertise Nbringing in a suburb of Mil- waukee as being nearly ideal, re- membering especially the active family debates around the dinner table, encouraged by her lawyer fa- ther. Even the parts of her world that were not so great during her 1950s and ’60s childhood, like the closemindedness, were something she was able to go home and talk through with her family. So it makes sense that in the aftermath of 9/11, when Stern lost her hus- band, Jim Potorti, who worked at the World Trade Center, she re- mained a questioner, even as she struggled through her grief. Stern’s childhood training in considering multiple perspectives came into play even amid the quag- mire of conflicting emotions and personalities she encountered as an worked for several years at Hillier When Stern commented to one Grief Does Not Make Us Righteous: Nikki Stern advocate for 9/11 survivors. As she Architects as director of corporate of the professionals present how and her husband, Jim Potorti, left, in the summer was trying to get a sense of every- communications, she felt she had bothersome it was to listen to a thing going on around her and what helpful background she could con- family member expressing strong of 2001; Stern’s new book; and Stern today. role family tribute at a meet- opinions about something he knew members ing of the Lower nothing about, the person respond- quality ascribed to individuals who people, including the relatives of could take, she After 9/11 Stern ob- Manhattan De- ed, “Yeah, but the families have can provide clarity on the ethical, 9/11 victims, whether or not they started to feel velopment Cor- moral authority, and you can’t say served that some family social, or moral underpinnings of were particularly knowledgeable uncomfortable poration on the anything.” The public, she real- members expressed particular issues,” she wrote. or even ethical. “Losing someone about how rebuilding, at ized, was beginning to define re- “Those who have it have influence; in a terrorist attack is a horrible some family strong opinions about Ground Zero. spect for the 9/11 families as giving we pay attention to them because thing to experience, but it doesn’t members were topics they knew noth- But she encoun- them “the right to express their we believe they possess superior necessarily make us wise. Grief being viewed tered some very opinions without any kind of cor- ing about, which was vision or perspective. It stands to doesn’t make us righteous — or by others and vocal family rection because they have moral reason that moral authority is right,” wrote Stern. even saw then interpreted as members who authority.” gained through experience and ex- Starting from her assumption themselves. “I ‘moral authority.’ had no knowl- “I didn’t understand what that ercised with wisdom and re- that grief doesn’t make a person noticed people edge at all. “I’m meant,” says Stern, who began ex- straint.” morally superior, Stern began to do using the very willing to ploring the implications of moral But her own observations were the research that is captured in her phrase ‘moral authority’ and apply- acknowledge my limitations,” says authority in a March 13, 2006, telling her otherwise, that “moral new book, “Because I Say So: The ing it to 9/11 families,” says Stern. Stern, “but some seemed less will- opinion piece in Newsweek titled authority” was a quality assigned Stern shares one particularly ing to acknowledge theirs, and they “Our Grief Doesn’t Make Us Ex- to particular people or groups of Continued on page 27 disturbing incident. Having had other people cowed.” perts.” “We might assume it’s a

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