Rec. Department Revamping Town Pool Signup Process

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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 22-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, February 8, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Rec. Department Revamping Town Pool Signup Process By DEBORAH MADISON tween April 16 and April 30, or until turnover in membership each year, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader full capacity is reached. so I expect that there will be room for After last year’s registration pro- If full capacity is still not reached new members, however, we won’t cedure for Westfield’s Municipal Pool by April 30, then non-residents and definitely know that until after April resulted in lines of hundreds of reg- all the prior groups will have an 15,” he said. Pool membership was istrants wrapped around the Munici- opportunity to register in May. How- approximately 88 percent residents pal Building by 8 a.m. on opening ever, all registration after April 16 and 12 percent non-residents last day, the Recreation Department has must be done in person. year, Mr. Burrell said. decided to revamp and hopefully, Mr. Burrell explained that because This process, he added, should streamline the procedure. the Recreation Department could eliminate the long lines that oc- Instead of previous pool members not predict whether full capacity curred opening day of registration having to apply in person on opening would be reached after the first win- last year. day of registration, as was the case dow of opportunity, all registrations The new procedure will need to go last year, they will now be able to after April 16 had to be done in before the Town Council as an ordi- register in person or by mail. person. nance change and pass through two The Recreation Department pro- “We generally have a 20 percent cessed more than 1,800 applications CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 on the first day of registration last year. Under the revised plan, last year’s previous pool members will receive their applications by mail. They will have six weeks, between March 1 and April 15, to register either by mail or in person. If full pool membership capacity is not reached by April 15, Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader SCHOOL’S OUT…Second grade students take time to taste the snowflakes during the height of Monday’s storm. After- then all Westfield residents, includ- school programs were cancelled and area schools had delayed openings due to the heavy snowfall. Pictured, left to right, ing previous members as well as non- are: Katherine McKinley, Katie Schaaf, and Sarah Frantz. previous members can register be- North Side Residents Voice Opposition To Deck, Citing Traffic Congestion on Prospect And Elm By PAUL J. PEYTON anything that comes out, obviously the proposed deck would be placed both Summit Bank and Trader Joe’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader we want your input,” the Mayor said. on Prospect, a narrow road that he have driveways near the site. The town’s proposal to build a Third Ward Councilman Neil F. feared could not handle the signifi- In addition, he said other condo multi-level parking structure on Elm Sullivan responded that, “Last year, cant increase in traffic which a deck units and an intermediate school are and Prospect Streets is facing strong all indications were that’s (Elm and would bring. located nearby, causing existing traf- opposition from some north side resi- Prospect lots) where it (a deck) should He said a one-block area of Pros- fic congestion. dents. go.” pect Street near the proposed loca- “To add another 400 to 600 cars The governing body is consider- “It’s very much a work in progress,” tion for the deck, which includes a onto a narrow street like Prospect ing building a deck of between 600 the councilman said. condominium, apartment building Street, we believe would cause mam- and 800 spaces on the lots. Town Robert Tarte of Prospect Street and several multi-family residences, moth traffic problems,” Mr. Tarte officials are in the process of hiring a expressed his concern that the exit to has over 100 residents. In addition, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 consultant for the pre-design phase of the proposed facility, which will include the taking of soil samples. Julie Diddell of Elm Street repre- Proposal for Concierge Service sented a group of residents called Citizens Concerned About Proposed Northside Parking Deck, who are opposed to the proposed location of On Hold Per NJ Transit Deal the facility. By PAUL J. PEYTON want with it. And they can approve Vice President of Commuter News of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “We come before you tonight to any sub-tenancy and anything else New York and New Jersey. Mr. Mikell Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader present ourselves and to let you know It appears the town will have to go that goes on within the building,” he came before the council late last year RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED…Last year, streams of people wrapped that there is indeed a groundswell of back to the drawing board on a pro- advised the governing body. on a proposal to establish a service to around the Municipal Building in Westfield to register for membership to the interest in opposing any plans to posal to initiate a concierge service “We have a significant problem. be called the Westfield Concierge Memorial Pool in town. Pictured, above, clerks at the Recreation Office had build the parking deck in the Pros- their hands full helping registrants. in the Westfield train station. NJ Transit is going in a completely CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 pect Street lot,” she told the govern- Although the building is owned by different direction,” he told the coun- ing body on Tuesday night. the town, tenant NJ Transit has say cil. “We aren’t anywhere near where Mayor Gregory S. McDermott re- over any future tenants per a 1955 they apparently directed us last year sponded that the council’s Transpor- legal agreement between the town to do.” Calendar, 2001-2002 Budget Top tation, Parking and Traffic Commit- and the Central Railroad of New Mr. Cochren said a NJ Transit real tee is gathering information concern- Jersey, according to Town Attorney estate official informed him that that ing the proposal for a north side Robert Cochren. NJ Transit is the the agency is looking for a concierge deck. current tenant at the train station. service modeled after a program in Agenda Items at BOE Meeting “You (Ms. Diddell) are welcome “Basically it’s our building but Maplewood. The agency does not By MELISSA BETKOWSKI graduation. the layout of the calendar, with an to join in their discussions. If there is they have the right to do what they Specially Written for The Westfield Leader favor having an individual run the In 1999, the Westfield High School eight-week stretch without a break service as had been considered by A discussion over the pros and (WHS) graduation was held on a in April and May. The Spring Vaca- the council, the town attorney noted. cons of a Sunday graduation was a Sunday for the first time in the tion is tentatively scheduled for NJ Transit, the Town Attorney said, major sticking point for the Westfield school’s history. Many people in- March 25-29, with Passover being favors setting up a consortium of Board of Education during its regu- volved in the administration felt that the 28th and 29th and Good Friday businesses who would cooperate to- lar meeting held Tuesday night. the Sunday graduation, also Father’s the 29th. gether and former a corporation. The board, in discussing the 2001- Day, was a great success. According to the calendar the way That would seemingly put an end 2002 school calendar, was faced with However, according to WHS Prin- it is, the next day off for students to a plan developed by Ray Mikell, a dilemma over when to schedule cipal Dr. Robert G. Petix, the teach- would be on May 27 for Memorial ers were told in 1999 that the Sunday Day. graduation was a one-time event, The board considered the issue and, he did not feel that the faculty raised by Dr. Petix and discussed Vito Gagliardi to Be New would be receptive to having gradu- moving the Spring Vacation to April ation once again on a Sunday. The 1-5. 2001-2002 graduation is tentatively Dr. Petix told members of the board Education Commissioner set for Sunday, June 23, also Father’s that he would suggest not closing Day. schools on September 19, the second By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN on education issues to Acting Gov- Dr. Petix noted that some faculty day of Rosh Hashanah, October 8 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ernor Donald T. DiFrancesco, Mr. members raised objections over the (Columbus Day) and February 19 The former Superintendent of D’Elia emphasized, “To our fact that the graduation was held on (the second day of the Presidents’ Union County Vocational-Techni- knowledge, he (Mr. DiFrancesco) Father’s Day, but also a Sabbath. Weekend break). cal Schools, Vito Gagliardi, is the has not sent the name to the Sen- Board Member Kimberly Rhodes Discussion was also held on the likely candidate to succeed David ate” for confirmation. argued strongly for the graduation to issue of the four-hour sessions for C. Hespe as New Jersey’s Com- Under New Jersey law, once the be held on the Sunday, stating that it Grades K-5 in October and Novem- missioner of Education. Governor has nominated a candi- is much easier for family members to ber for Parent Conferences. Mr. Hespe, who was named date for a Cabinet position, that be involved in the ceremony when The board voted 6-2 to send the Commissioner in April 1999 un- name is presented to the Senate for work schedules do not have to be calendar back to the Policies Com- der former Governor Christine review and approval. taken into consideration. mittee for further consideration. Todd Whitman, will step down During his February 5 agenda- Ms. Rhodes posed a question as to During the meeting, the board also March 2. He has accepted a posi- setting address to the New Jersey whether or not the graduation could heard from Business Administrator tion as visiting professor in the legislature, Mr. DiFrancesco made happen without the faculty involve- and Board Secretary Robert A. college of education at Rowan it clear that education is among his ment. Berman about the 2001-2002 Bud- University. priorities for the coming 10 Dr. Petix noted that the presence get. Currently, the tentative budget When asked about the status of months. The acting governor said of staff at the graduation is important stands at approximately $56 million. Mr. Gagliardi’s nomination, An- he would direct the new commis- to the students, and that it is neces- Mr. Berman discussed the meet- thony D’Elia in the Office of Pub- sioner of education to work with sary for the faculty to be in atten- ings held by the Finance Committee lic Information at the State De- legislators to create the foremost dance in order to have a successful which addressed budgetary concerns. partment of Education said only new teacher training and retention graduation. Board President Darielle Walsh said that Mr. Gagliardi’s name had been program in the nation. Superintendent of Schools Dr. “the budget is a work in progress.” mentioned as a replacement for Neither Mr. Gagliardi nor the William J. Foley said that the gradu- Mr. Berman informed the board Mr. Hespe. Governor’s Office could not be ation is not something that can be about the district’s applications for While acknowledging Mr. reached for comment on the status tinkered with. “You can’t run a pilot Retroactive Debt Service aid from Gagliardi’s role as a close advisor of the nomination. graduation,” he said, in response to the State of New Jersey. He said that Ms. Rhodes’ question of whether 15 of the district’s 23 applications volunteers could carry out the tasks have been approved, and still others INDEXINDEXINDEX normally assigned to staff members are being appealed. Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader PARKING INFLATION…This parking meter displays the newly-established A&E...... Page 22 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 on the day of graduation. The tentative tax impact for the prices for parking in municipal lots in Westfield. Cars may park for six minutes Business ...... Page 19 Education...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 Discussing the calendar further, 2001-2002 budget is approximately at the cost of a nickel, 12 minutes for each dime, and 30 minutes per quarter. Classifieds...... Page 18 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 Dr. Petix raised some concern over CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ‘Hat Drive’ for Kids With Cancer Westfield Rewarding Success for HS Students School Bd. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN lected about 200 useable hats from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader SPFHS students, as well as Princi- $51 million, with an increase of nine their classmates. Many are clearly pal David Heisey and community cents per $100 of assessed property SCOTCH PLAINS -- It turned new, still bearing the tags from the representatives Larry Naldi and out to be a bigger undertaking value. than they originally anticipated, Mr. Berman said that the board but seven members of Scotch looks forward to adopting the tenta- Plains-Fanwood High School’ tive 2001-2002 Budget at its meeting (SPFHS) Student Leadership on March 6. Conference (SLC) are hard at Also addressed at the meeting were work on their “Hats Off to Kids the concerns of members of the board with Cancer” project. Seniors Mike Stanley and over the starting time at the high Christin Kurz; junior Jacqueline school. L’Heureux; Sophomores Ray Currently, first period starts at 7:30 DiNizo, Monique Lemus and a.m., with the day ending at 2:45 Mats Notoane; and freshman p.m. Tracy Salmon teamed up with According to Dr. Petix, students Scotch Plains resident and Board are not required to take a nine period of Education member Linda day, but may opt to go from 7:30 a.m. Nelson last September for the to 2 p.m. or from 8:17 a.m. to 2:45 high school’s two and a half-day p.m. Dr. Petix noted, however, that leadership camp. Out of that weekend and subse- students may begin later but may not quent meetings, the students de- get all of their course choices if they cided to implement a service pro- opt for an eight period day. There are gram which Ray’s mom had read certain courses, he said, that must be about last year, collecting hats offered during first period. for children with cancer. Of all Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader He said that the nine period day the community service ideas they A BIG SUCCESS...Members of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Lead- was begun at the high school in 1972 talked about, said Ray, the hat ership Council display some of the hats they have collected for their “Hats Off to Kids with Cancer” project. as a split session to alleviate over- idea was “an original.” Though crowding problems in the school at not part of the start-up team, his stores where they were purchased. Charlie Roll. SPFHS social studies that time. When the population sister, Jennie, has been very active Though there were a fair number of teacher Andrea Karanik serves as in the collection campaign. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader dropped, he said, the option was hats that were unacceptable because MESSENGERS OF LOVE…Large crimson cupids bring Valentine’s Day there to go back to a later start time, According to Tracy, the students they had obviously been used, the greetings to passersby on Dudley Avenue in Westfield. particularly liked the idea of help- collectors were generally pleased but then the students wouldn’t have ing children. They are planning to with the response to their cam- the options that a nine period day give the hats to St. Barnabas and paign. offered. Robert Wood Johnson Medical Ray would like to continue the Concierge North Side Residents Voice Board Member Eileen Satkin said Centers, which treat approximately program next year. Jennie DiNizo that the literature keeps reinforcing 600 children for cancer every year. believes SPFHS should add the hat CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the fact that students do not do well In planning how to collect new collection to the school’s list of and Errand Company. Mr. Mikell Opposition To Parking Deck being in school so early in the morn- hats from fellow students at SPFHS, annual drives, right up there with ing. the group decided to use posters planned to develop a membership CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 food and clothing. The biggest chal- stated. reation Commission Chairman Keith Annmarie Puleio said that the board and announcements to spread the lenge going forward will be to make list of merchants whose services word. Christin also wrote letters to would be utilized by the concierge Mr. Tarte said area residents, who Hertell is “not only doable, it is long is charged with the task of “evaluat- it clear that donated hats must be oppose the location of the deck, es- overdue.” all 53 homeroom teachers to enlist new because that is all the hospitals establishment. Members – differ- ing whether past practice is the best their support. As an added incen- pecially want any plans to locate a Former Councilman John J. Walsh, practice.” will accept. ent types of business in town such deck on Prospect scratched. He said a Boulevard resident, said he would tive, the group promised a pizza Though some of the students as dry cleaners – would have been Ms. Puleio noted that the choices party to the homeroom that turned Elm Street would be better able to take Mayor McDermott up on his that the board is faced with are not an would like to personally deliver the charged $50 per month in the first handle the additional traffic since it election campaign pledge to make in the most hats. Math teacher hats to their future owners, they year and $40 per month during the either-or dichotomy, but that the Nicholas Drakos’ junior/senior has traffic signals at several key in- field maintenance a priority in town. brainstormed other ideas in the event second year. Under the proposal, tersections. board has many options to examine. homeroom was the big winner, col- such a visit cannot happen. They “We have to take an honest look at lecting approximately 100 hats. merchants would be charged $200 He said Prospect lacks signals at considered putting labels that say, major intersections and is used by the issue or we haven’t done a good “There was a lot of behind-the- “From Your Friends at Scotch for the first four months and $275 scenes work,” explained Mrs. for the first six months, or $550 fire engines responding to emergency Pool Registration job,” she said. Plains-Fanwood High School” onto calls on the north side. A question was raised by Board Nelson, who noted that the plastic bags containing individual for a year. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Fanwood A&P donated 75 bags to Customers would be charged a “I really feel the location of the Member Anne Riegel over whether caps. deck should be at the south side readings, before being approved. The aid in the collection effort, which “I’m particularly proud of how small service fee per transaction first reading of the new ordinance starting a half-hour later would be took place January 16 to 31. She station,” Mr. Tarte added. He ac- substantive, or whether other options the students have stuck with the under Mr. Mikell’s proposal. cused the Chamber of Commerce took place at Tuesday night’s Town also mentioned the group had re- program even when it turned out to “They (NJ Transit) will not ap- Council meeting. would need to be evaluated. ceived a small donation from and some residents of neighborhoods Mrs. Walsh noted that the board be significantly more work than we prove what is on the table right near the South Avenue train station Pool fees for this year have been Schering-Plough, which students first thought,” said Mrs. Nelson. revised. The new pool rates are as needs to decide what it is looking to will use to purchase more hats. now,” said Mr. Cochren. “We are lot of influencing the council into The Student Leadership Confer- not close (to an agreement).” locating the deck on the north side of follows: Resident family: $210 up do in terms of this issue before pro- By January 31, students had col- ence includes approximately 100 In response, Mayor Gregory S. town. from $200; family with child-care: ceeding. $265, up from $250; husband and McDermott told The Westfield “When I moved to Westfield years The board will hold a special meet- ago, this town cared about people. wife: $170, up from $160, and in- ing tonight at 8 p.m. at Roosevelt Leader that, “We have to go back dividual: $125, up from $120. and see what we have to do now.” Now we only seem to care about the Intermediate School to discuss the businesses,” he said. These rates represent a 5 percent On another matter, Mr. Cochren increase over last year, Mr. Burrell conditions of the district’s athletic CelticCeltic ImportsImports Ltd.Ltd. Town Administrator Thomas P. fields. informed council members that Shannon said the town has hired a reported. the town could be facing another consultant to develop a study on the The senior citizen and handicapped battle in regard to parking spaces impact of the deck on downtown permit rates, $60 and $2, respec- Donald Seeley Spends “Bless Your Little being used by a builder in munici- traffic flow and safety. He said the tively, remained unchanged. Non- Irish Heart”... pal lot no. 5. report is likely to recommend re- resident fees will be as follows: fam- Semester at Sea A contractor erecting an office moval of Prospect Street as a loca- ily: $395, up from $375; family with WESTFIELD – Gettysburg Col- child-care, $520, up from $495; hus- building on the site of the former tion for the exiting deck traffic. lege in Gettysburg, Pa. reported that band and wife: $330, up from $315, Donald Seeley of Westfield is partici- Excellent Diner has hired attor- Councilman Sullivan noted that For Valentines Day, the governing body had not paid and individual: $235, up from $225. pating in the University of Pittsburgh’s ney James B. Flynn of Westfield Those fees were raised approxi- “Semester at Sea” program during the why not give her a in regard to communication from attention to traffic when the initial recommendation was made to con- mately 5 percent as well. spring 2001 semester. Celtic Pendant? town officials over their desire to sider Prospect and Elm as the best Senior citizen non-resident: $105, Donald is a member of the Class of 2002 at Gettysburg College. Available in sterling terminate the use of parking spaces location for a deck. and handicapped non-resident, $2, by the company. He hoped that traffic capacity on remained unchanged. silver or 10 ct. gold... Don-John Builders of Watchung, Elm and Prospect, along with the Mr. Cochren said, is seeking an engineering information on how a extension on the agreement with deck would look, will come before (908) 654-3490 the town for use of 13 parking the Transportation, Parking and Traf- spaces. The town is receiving fic Committee for discussion soon. $1.50 per space or $19.50 per day First Ward Councilman Peter 28 Prospect St • Westfield Echausse vowed that the committee for the spaces, explained Third would hold “open” meetings “to Ward Councilman Neil F. Sullivan. make sure that residents will be “I’m more concerned with the heard” and be brought up to date on absence of the spaces and the the results of the traffic study. Mr. seamlessly no end in site (on the Echausse serves on the committee construction work),” Mr. Sullivan which is chaired by Councilman told The Leader. He said the Sullivan. builder had been instructed that Under other business, representa- the meters would be made avail- tives of sports leagues, including the able for downtown commerce as baseball and soccer association, of February. voiced their support for a plan to have users of town parks and fields The town had wanted the spaces work with Department of Public available for the 2000 holiday sea- Works crews to keep the fields prop- son but the builder was unable to erly maintained on a regular basis. complete the project by that dead- Chris Carson of Raymond Street, line. The current deadline expires a soccer coach and greens keeper, today, February 8. said Westfield has been missing “the AWARE OF WORLD HUNGER...To increase children’s awareness of the food equipment and money to do the job, plight affecting nations around the world, fifth graders at Wilson Elementary Mr. Cochren said the builder is School in Westfield participated in World Food Day. Students only ate rice and apparently ready to say that loss the people to do the job, and the water for lunch and then participated in activities to increase their personal of the spaces would present them desire to do the job.” awareness about world hunger. In an effort to relieve local hunger, the students with an economic hardship. The “From a professional standpoint, I conducted a food drive the following day. Almost 300 pounds of food was would say that the fields are in dire collected and donated to a local food bank. Pictured, left to right, are students building is owned by the Lekas need of treatment,” Mr. Carson stated. in Laura Fenn’s class: Daniel Lack, Bobbie Miller, Lauren Huff and Danielle family. He said the plan unveiled by Rec- Tepper.

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USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 06-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, February 8, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Scotch Plains Faces 5 Percent Hike In Preliminary Budget By FRED ROSSI that are responsible for his proposed Expenses for streets and roads, Specially Written for The Times 4.97 percent spending increase — a including salaries for Public Works Scotch Plains Township Manager level that could be altered as council employees, the spring clean-up, Thomas E. Atkins is proposing a members make final determinations curbside recycling and the down- $17.85 million municipal budget that on proposed expenditures this month. town task force, will go up nearly 5 represents a spending increase of The police department’s budget percent. nearly 5 percent over last year. Much will increase 7.5 percent due to a 3.9 The proposed increase in spend- of the added expenditures, he said, percent salary boost received by the ing for this year is more than double are the result of “mandated, increased local Policemen’s Benevolent Asso- the 2.04 percent boost in last year’s expenses that are completely outside ciation, as well as the retirement of 17.006 million budget versus the of the control” of the local govern- three police officers who will be paid 1999 spending plan. With the pas- ment. for unused sick leave and vacation sage in December of the school bond During Tuesday night’s meeting time. issue and an increase in Union County of the Township Council, Mr. Atkins Group health insurance, a market- taxes, additional taxes on an average called the 2001 budget “very diffi- place Mr. Atkins called “extremely assessed home of $117,000 will total cult,” due to these uncontrollable problematic,” will increase 22 per- about $227 for those two compo- cost increases. cent. With the township due to pay nents of the local property tax bill. The governing body, which is plan- off a 1991 bond issue, there will be a Mr. Atkins refused to speculate ning to hold at least three budget 14.3 percent boost in spending for about any potential tax increase to meetings in the next three weeks, is debt service. finance local government activities expected to introduce its spending The 22.3 percent increase in pay- until the township’s financial state- plan on Tuesday, March 13. A public ments to the Rahway Valley Sewer- ment is completed later this month. hearing and vote is tentatively set for age Authority (RVSA), a level Mr. In the meantime, the council will Wednesday, April 25, although the Atkins termed “staggering,” is at- hold budget meetings on Monday, status, at that time, of several prop- tributable, he said, to RVSA debt February 12; Thursday, February 22, erty tax relief bills currently being management. and on Thursday, March 1. Addi- considered by the State Legislature More than one-third of the town- tional meetings will be scheduled, if could delay final consideration of ship library’s 7 percent spending hike needed. Brooks Crandall for The Times this year’s spending plan. this year is attributable to health In talking about his budget outline COME SLEIGH RIDING WITH ME…Scotch Plains children took advantage of the slopes of snow to make sledding Mr. Atkins provided the council insurance costs and the need to hire at Tuesday night’s conference meet- memories with their friends. with a list of eight budget categories an additional professional librarian. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 ‘Fanwood’ Victorian-Style Lamps Set to Make Debut Today in Borough’s Downtown Area By SUZETTE F. STALKER lamps, featuring a design known as a and fixture replacements — that will borough, as well as strengthen the Specially Written for The Times bishop’s crook with scroll, are mod- be incorporated into the annual mu- existing business community. The first of 61 Victorian motif eled after ones which illuminated nicipal budget. A Victorian theme was selected lamps were expected to make their area train depots in the 19th century, The light fixtures themselves, for the business district’s new look as debut in Fanwood’s downtown to- including Fanwood’s, following Tho- along with new concrete, decorative a way to link the downtown with the day, as progress continued on imple- mas Edison’s 1878 invention of the pavers, electrical conduits and foun- borough’s 19th century homes and mentation of a streetscape theme incandescent lamp. dations for the lamps, are being the historic Fanwood train station, aimed at giving the borough a dis- The light fixtures are earmarked funded with a portion of $400,000 in according to Mr. Pierce. It is also tinct flavor and economic advan- for Martine, LaGrande and South state and county grant money that reflected in the Millennium Clock tage. Avenues, as well as the rear area of was awarded to Fanwood in 1999 for which stands at the entrance to the Clayton S. Pierce, Fanwood Down- stores along the west side of Martine downtown improvements. train station. town Revitalization Coordinator, and the parking lot of the “Carriage The “Fanwood” lamps will pro- Mr. Pierce said he plans to nomi- whose efforts last year led to an House” pocket park being developed vide pedestrian lighting but will not nate “The Fanwood” concept to agreement with Public Service Elec- on Watson Road opposite the Bor- replace traditional street light fix- Downtown New Jersey, a non-profit, tric and Gas (PSE&G) for the lamps, ough Hall complex. tures. Somerville-based organization that said utility company personnel would Fanwood has entered into a lease Municipal officials and others in- promotes downtown revitalization begin the installation process near buy down agreement with PSE&G volved with the project believe “The efforts, for an Excellence in Down- the Millennium Clock at the corner for the lamps, at a cost of $2,035 Fanwood,” as well as accompanying town Award. The group will present of South and Marine Avenues. each. The borough will pay the util- streetscape efforts, will give the bor- its awards in March. Called “The Fanwood,” the 15.3- ity $32 per lamp each month to cover ough a “unifying identity” that will “The Fanwood” is manufactured foot-high, 150-watt metal halide operating expenses -- insurance, bulb help attract new tax ratables to the by Hadco Architectural Outdoor Lighting of Littlestown, Pa., and will be featured under that name in the company’s catalogue for customers Vito Gagliardi Expected to be Named worldwide. Besides the commercial “Fanwood,” a residential version of New Commissioner of Education the lamp will be available for $715, Mr. Pierce revealed. Interested indi- By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN accepted a position as visiting pro- education issues to Acting Governor viduals may contact him at Specially Written for The Times fessor in the college of education at Donald T. DiFrancesco, Mr. D’Elia [email protected] for further in- The former Superintendent of Rowan University. emphasized, “To our knowledge, he formation. Union County Vocational-Technical When asked about the status of (Mr. DiFrancesco) has not sent the Mr. Pierce said the residential Schools, Vito Gagliardi, is the likely Mr. Gagliardi’s nomination, Anthony name to the Senate” for confirma- “Fanwood,” a 100-watt incandescent candidate to succeed David C. Hespe D’Elia in the Office of Public Infor- tion. lamp standing some 10 feet high, is as New Jersey’s Commissioner of mation at the State Department of Under New Jersey law, once the being considered for the Borough Education. Education said only that Mr. Governor has nominated a candidate Hall property to replace deteriorat- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times Mr. Hespe, who was named Com- FUN AT THE CIRCUS…At the Super Sunday 2001 Fundraiser at the Jewish Gagliardi’s name had been mentioned for a Cabinet position, that name is ing existing lighting there, as well as Federation of Central New Jersey in Scotch Plains, special circus activities were missioner in April 1999 under former as a replacement for Mr. Hespe. presented to the Senate for review for the adjacent Patricia M. Kuran offered to children. Pictured, above, Elijah Rockman, 3 1/2, enjoyed some of the Governor Christine Todd Whitman, While acknowledging Mr. and approval. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 circus fun. will step down March 2. He has Gagliardi’s role as a close advisor on CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 ‘Hat Drive’ for Kids With Cancer Rewarding Success for HS Students By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN particularly liked the idea of helping from Schering-Plough, which stu- Specially Written for The Times children. They are planning to give dents will use to purchase more hats. It turned out to be a bigger under- the hats to St. Barnabas and Robert By January 31, students had col- taking than they originally antici- Wood Johnson Medical Centers, lected about 200 useable hats from pated, but seven members of Scotch which treat approximately 600 chil- their classmates. Many are clearly Plains-Fanwood High School’ dren for cancer every year. new, still bearing the tags from the (SPFHS) Student Leadership Con- In planning how to collect new stores where they were purchased. ference (SLC) are hard at work on hats from fellow students at SPFHS, Though there were a fair number of their “Hats Off to Kids with Cancer” the group decided to use posters and hats that were unacceptable because project. announcements to spread the word. they had obviously been used, the Seniors Mike Stanley and Christin Christin also wrote letters to all 53 collectors were generally pleased Kurz; junior Jacqueline L’Heureux; homeroom teachers to enlist their with the response to their campaign. Sophomores Ray DiNizo, Monique support. As an added incentive, the Ray would like to continue the Lemus and Mats Notoane; and fresh- group promised a pizza party to the program next year. Jennie DiNizo man Tracy Salmon teamed up with homeroom that turned in the most believes SPFHS should add the hat Scotch Plains resident and Board of hats. Math teacher Nicholas Drakos’ collection to the school’s list of an- Education member Linda Nelson last junior/senior homeroom was the big nual drives, right up there with food September for the high school’s two winner, collecting approximately 100 and clothing. The biggest challenge and a half-day leadership camp. hats. going forward will be to make it Out of that weekend and subse- “There was a lot of behind-the- clear that donated hats must be new quent meetings, the students decided scenes work,” explained Mrs. Nelson, because that is all the hospitals will to implement a service program who noted that the Fanwood A&P accept. which Ray’s mom had read about donated 75 bags to aid in the collec- Though some of the students would last year, collecting hats for children tion effort, which took place January like to personally deliver the hats to with cancer. Of all the community 16 to 31. She also mentioned the their future owners, they brainstormed service ideas they talked about, said group had received a small donation CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Ray, the hat idea was “an original.” INDEXINDEXINDEX Though not part of the start-up team, Cheri Rogowsky for The Times his sister, Jennie, has been very ac- A&E...... Page 22 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 A BIG SUCCESS...Members of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Leadership Council display some of the hats they tive in the collection campaign. Business ...... Page 19 Education...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 have collected for their “Hats Off to Kids with Cancer” project. According to Tracy, the students Classifieds...... Page 18 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Recreation Department Hat Drive CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 other ideas in the event such a visit cannot happen. They considered putting labels Revamping Pool Signup Process that say, “From Your Friends at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School” onto plas- By DEBORAH MADISON rates represent a 5 percent in- tic bags containing individual caps. Specially Written for The Times eliminate the long lines that oc- curred opening day of registration crease over last year, Mr. Burrell “I’m particularly proud of how the stu- WESTFIELD -- After last year’s last year. reported. dents have stuck with the program even registration procedure for The new procedure will need to The senior citizen and handi- when it turned out to be significantly more Westfield’s Municipal Pool re- go before the Town Council as an capped permit rates, $60 and $2, work than we first thought,” said Mrs. sulted in lines of hundreds of reg- Nelson. ordinance change and pass through respectively, remained un- The Student Leadership Conference istrants wrapped around the Mu- two readings, before being ap- changed. Non-resident fees will nicipal Building by 8 a.m. on includes approximately 100 SPFHS stu- proved. The first reading of the be as follows: family: $395, up dents, as well as Principal David Heisey opening day, the Recreation De- new ordinance took place at Tues- from $375; family with child- and community representatives Larry partment has decided to revamp day night’s Town Council meeting. care, $520, up from $495; hus- Naldi and Charlie Roll. SPFHS social and hopefully, streamline the pro- Pool fees for this year have been band and wife: $330, up from studies teacher Andrea Karanik serves as cedure. revised. The new pool rates are as $315, and individual: $235, up faculty advisor to the SLC. Instead of previous pool mem- follows: Resident family: $210 up from $225. Those fees were raised bers having to apply in person on from $200; family with child-care: approximately 5 percent as well. Ian Doebber Inducted opening day of registration, as $265, up from $250; husband and Senior citizen non-resident: was the case last year, they will wife: $170, up from $160, and in- $105, and handicapped non-resi- Into Honor Society now be able to register in person dividual: $125, up from $120. These dent, $2, remained unchanged. SCOTCH PLAINS – Ian Doebber of or by mail. Scotch Plains has been inducted into the The Recreation Department Bucknell University chapter of Tau Beta Pi processed more than 1,800 appli- national engineering honor society. cations on the first day of regis- A junior majoring in mechanical engi- tration last year. neering, Ian is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Under the revised plan, last Thomas Doebber of Scotch Plains. He is year’s previous pool members will a graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood receive their applications by mail. High School. A dean’s list student and member of They will have six weeks, be- Alpha Lambda Delta honor society, Ian tween March 1 and April 15, to was one of 20 students selected for an register either by mail or in per- innovative program designed to teach son. If full pool membership ca- future managers and engineers how to pacity is not reached by April 15, work together in the global economy of then all Westfield residents, in- the 21st century. cluding previous members as well The two-summer program, the Institute as non-previous members can reg- for Leadership in Technology and Man- ister between April 16 and April agement, brings management and engineering students together for a summer of 30, or until full capacity is intensive course work and field trips dur- reached. ing the first year. During the second sum- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times If full capacity is still not mer, students serve internships with com- SPECIAL GIFT…During the Super Sunday 2001 Fundraiser at the Jewish reached by April 30, then non- pany managers, engineers and executives. Federation of Central New Jersey in Scotch Plains, Acting Governor Donald T. residents and all the prior groups While at Bucknell University, Ian has DiFrancesco received a special Yarmulke from the UJA Federation. The will have an opportunity to regis- been a member of the men’s swim team Yarmulke was inscribed with the name, “Donny D.” Funds raised will benefit ter in May. However, all registra- and Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He is Kosher Meals on Wheels, camp scholarships, Jewish education, provide sti- tion after April 16 must be done in studying in Australia during the spring pends for student travel and study in Israel and support other programs and person. semester of his junior year. projects. Mr. Burrell explained that because the Recreation Department could not predict whether full capacity would be reached after the Calendar, 2001-2002 Budget Top first window of opportunity, all registrations after April 16 had to be done in person. Agenda Items at BOE Meeting “We generally have a 20 per- By MELISSA BETKOWSKI eight-week stretch without a break According to Dr. Petix, students cent turnover in membership each Specially Written for The Times year, so I expect that there will be in April and May. The Spring Vaca- are not required to take a nine period WESTFIELD -- A discussion over tion is tentatively scheduled for day, but may opt to go from 7:30 a.m. room for new members, however, the pros and cons of a Sunday gradu- we won’t definitely know that until March 25-29, with Passover being to 2 p.m. or from 8:17 a.m. to 2:45 ation was a major sticking point for the 28th and 29th and Good Friday p.m. Dr. Petix noted, however, that after April 15,” he said. Pool mem- Ingrid McKinley for The Times the Westfield Board of Education bership was approximately 88 per- RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED…Last year, streams of people the 29th. students may begin later but may not during its regular meeting held Tues- According to the calendar the way get all of their course choices if they cent residents and 12 percent non- wrapped around the Municipal Building in Westfield to register for membership to the Memorial Pool in town. Pictured, above, clerks at day night. it is, the next day off for students opt for an eight period day. There are residents last year, Mr. Burrell the Recreation Office had their hands full helping registrants. The board, in discussing the 2001- would be on May 27 for Memorial certain courses, he said, that must be said. 2002 school calendar was faced with Day. offered during first period. This process, he added, should a dilemma over when to schedule The board considered the issue He said that the nine period day graduation. raised by Dr. Petix and discussed was begun at the high school in 1972 In 1999, the Westfield High School moving the Spring Vacation to April as a split session to alleviate over- (WHS) graduation was held on a 1-5. crowding problems in the school at SP Council Sunday for the first time in the Dr. Petix told members of the board that time. When the population CelticCeltic ImportsImports Ltd.Ltd. school’s history. Many people in- that he would suggest not closing dropped, he said, the option was volved in the administration felt that schools on September 19, the second there to go back to a later start time, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the Sunday graduation, also Father’s ing, Mr. Atkins also fired his annual day of Rosh Hashanah, October 8 but then the students wouldn’t have Day, was a great success. (Columbus Day) and February 19 the options that a nine period day “Bless Your Little salvo at the local property tax situa- However, according to WHS Prin- tion, saying that problems with local (the second day of the Presidents’ offered. cipal Dr. Robert G. Petix, the teach- Weekend break). Board Member Eileen Satkin said Irish Heart”... taxes “have nothing to do with Re- ers were told in 1999 that the Sunday publicans or Democrats in Scotch Discussion was also held on the that the literature keeps reinforcing graduation was a one-time event, issue of the four-hour sessions for the fact that students do not do well Plains.” and, he did not feel that the faculty Grades K-5 in October and Novem- being in school so early in the morn- For Valentines Day, “The problem,” he said, “rests with would be receptive to having gradu- the property tax structure at the state ber for Parent Conferences. ing. why not give her a ation once again on a Sunday. The The board voted 6-2 to send the Annmarie Puleio said that the board level. Until there is substantive 2001-2002 graduation is tentatively change at the state level, there can be calendar back to the Policies Com- is charged with the task of “evaluat- Celtic Pendant? set for Sunday, June 23, also Father’s mittee for further consideration. ing whether past practice is the best no substantial relief for taxpayers on Day. fixed incomes or senior citizens on During the meeting, the board practice.” Available in sterling Dr. Petix noted that some faculty also heard from Business Adminis- Ms. Puleio noted that the choices fixed incomes.” members raised objections over the silver or 10 ct. gold... He also pointed out that about 40 trator and Board Secretary Robert that the board is faced with are not an fact that the graduation was held on A. Berman about the 2001-2002 either-or dichotomy, but that the percent of education taxes are paid Father’s Day, but also a Sabbath. for by the state government in New Budget. Currently, the tentative bud- board has many options to examine. Board Member Kimberly Rhodes get stands at approximately $56 “We have to take an honest look at (908) 654-3490 Jersey, while the nationwide average argued strongly for the graduation to is about 50 percent. million. the issue or we haven’t done a good be held on the Sunday, stating that it Mr. Berman discussed the meet- job,” she said. “This 10 percent difference is con- is much easier for family members to 28 Prospect St • Westfield siderable,” he said, adding that, “the ings held by the Finance Committee A question was raised by Board be involved in the ceremony when which addressed budgetary con- Member Anne Riegel over whether more the state Supreme Court forces work schedules do not have to be all taxpayers to pay for improved cerns. Board President Darielle starting a half-hour later would be taken into consideration. Walsh said “the budget is a work in substantive, or whether other options schools and education” in the 30 Ms. Rhodes posed a question as to distressed school districts, “the more progress.” would need to be evaluated. whether or not the graduation could Mr. Berman informed the board Mrs. Walsh noted that the board dollars will be coming from taxpay- happen without the faculty involve- ers in Scotch Plains.” about the district’s applications for needs to decide what it is looking to ment. Retroactive Debt Service aid from do in terms of this issue before pro- Dr. Petix noted that the presence the State of New Jersey. He said that ceeding. of staff at the graduation is important 15 of the district’s 23 applications The board will hold a special meet- Vito Gagliardi to the students, and that it is neces- have been approved, and still others ing tonight at 8 p.m. at Roosevelt sary for the faculty to be in atten- are being appealed. Intermediate School to discuss the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dance in order to have a successful The tentative tax impact for the 2001- conditions of the district’s athletic During his February 5 agenda-set- graduation. 2002 budget is approximately $51 mil- fields. ting address to the New Jersey legis- Superintendent of Schools Dr. lion, with an increase of nine cents per lature, Mr. DiFrancesco made it clear William J. Foley said that the gradu- $100 of assessed property value. that education is among his priorities ation is not something that can be Mr. Berman said that the board for the coming 10 months. 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Mtsd., Garwood Districts to Receive $2.6 Mil. Recreation Events Relating to Breakup of Regional District Editor’s Note: The following is gram features exciting hands-on By DEBORAH MADISON That early decision was then later Leader and The Times of Scotch schools for years, most recently the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times amended by the Department of Edu- Plains-Fanwood that he does not yet Morris-Union Jointure Commission, a weekly column prepared and experiments. MOUNTAINSIDE — The New Jer- cation re-distributing the monies more know the full extent of the ramifica- submitted by the Westfield Recre- All of the above programs are held as a second public school to handle in the Community Room of the sey State Supreme Court handed down equitably among the six districts. A tions this decision will have on the an increase in student population. ation Commission. a decision on January 29 requiring four variety of reasons, including facility school district or if the decision can * * * * * Westfield Municipal Building, 425 “One way or another, the money East Broad Street. Union County school districts to re- upkeep and appraisal of the facilities be appealed. will go back to the taxpayers,” he said. Massage Therapy Class, Monday evenings, 7 to 8:30 p.m., beginning Ringling Bros. and Barnum & turn $2.6 million to the municipalities were deciding factors in reversing the “Until our attorneys review and He also said that the six superin- Bailey Circus, Sunday, March 18, at of Garwood and Mountainside. original decision. interpret the decision, I am not sure tendents met on Tuesday with the February 12. This five-week class costs $32 the Meadowlands. According to the decision written Mountainside Chief School Ad- what effect this decision will have on attorney for the State Board of Edu- Circus tickets cost $30 per per- by Justice Gary S. Stein, the munici- ministrator Dr. Gerard A. Schaller, our District,” Dr. Leschuk stated. cation to discuss the ramifications of per person. Yoga Classes, Monday evenings, 5:15 son. The bus will leave the Munici- palities of Garwood and Mountainside said that an appeal of that reversal Berkeley Heights School Business the most recent ruling. pal Building at 2 p.m. and return were shortchanged by an inequitable was filed approximately four years Administrator, William Van Tassel Jeff Lieberman, Staff Attorney with to 6:45 p.m., beginning February 12. The class runs for five weeks. The around 6:45 p.m. distribution of money and facilities ago by the borough. said that he is very disappointed. the State Board of Education, said that 11th Annual Road Race, Satur- among six school districts after the At the time of the break-up, and “We followed the procedures, the case has been remanded by the cost is $20 per person. Taecise Class - (Tae-Bo movements day, April 28, Tamaques Park. 1997 breakup of the Union County after the reversal, Mountainside re- guided by the State Board and the state Supreme Court to the state Board Registration has begun for the race. Regional High School District No. 1. ceived approximately $484,000 but Commissioner at that time,” Mr. Van of Education. The State Board’s legal with strength training), Tuesday and Friday mornings, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Those runners who wish to enter The Regional District included the should have gotten nearly $2.5 mil- Tassel commented. review committee will be meeting on should come to the Recreation Of- six municipalities of Berkeley lion, while Garwood received ap- Garwood Superintendent of February 21 to review a timetable as to Classes will begin Tuesday, Feb- ruary 20, and run for five weeks. The fice, located on the first floor of the Heights, Clark, Garwood, Kenilworth, proximately $152,000, but was en- Schools, Bill Murphy said, “this is a how this order will be carried out. Municipal Building to register. Mountainside and Springfield. The titled to $784,000, according to the tremendous boost to Garwood. It is Mr. Lieberman said that the dis- cost is $40 per person. Family Chemical Wizardry Workshop, Street Hockey, Saturdays, March money that will be paid back to Supreme Court’s review of the case. just vindication to the municipality tricts have little recourse to appeal the 3, 10 and 24, Memorial Pool Park- Garwood and Mountainside will come The court decision stated that the and to the taxpayers who were previ- decision by the state’s highest court. Sunday, February, 25, 2 to 4 p.m. There is still space in the program ing Lot. from the other districts. most recent distribution of funds ously shortchanged.” “The case could possibly be ap- Kids, aged 6 to 17, are encouraged The original plan, devised by then- and facilities resulted in a “wind- Dr. Schaller said that the funds which costs $10 per person. The pro- pealed to the federal courts, but that gram is for children in grades one to bring their own stick and helmet County Superintendent Dr. Leonard fall” for the other four districts, will be applied to tax relief or school is unlikely,” Mr. Lieberman said. and join the fun. Please call the Rec- Fitts, called for $3.3 million to go to while Mountainside and Garwood through six. All children must be renovations to Deerfield School. In After the Regional School District accompanied by an adult. The pro- reation Office at (908) 789-4080 for Garwood and Mountainside, while the were shortchanged. addition, the district is considering was dissolved in 1997, each munici- more information and to register. other four districts would acquire the Kenilworth Superintendent Dr. reinstating Beechwood School, pality re-opened their own schools; district’s physical school buildings. Lloyd M. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 3 Scotch Plains Board of Adjustment Approves Public Storage Appeal Over Residents’ Protests

By DEBORAH MADISON meeting, which ran into the wee hours homes similar in all other aspects. vent the storage of hazardous mate- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of the morning, residents vocalized However, Mr. Fawcett pointed out rials,” Myrtle Avenue resident SCOTCH PLAINS — Amidst an- adamant objections to the location of that the key issue was whether some Charles Mayo commented. gry jeers of protest and outcries of the facility. The residents maintained other type of business would be more The board cited the applicant’s disbelief from residents, the Scotch that the proposed facility would im- or less of a detriment to property willingness and cooperation to in- Plains Board of Adjustment unani- pose more traffic, glaring lights, late- values and quality of life. corporate the board’s and the resi- mously voted on Thursday to ap- night noise and other detrimental Residents questioned the board as dents recommendations into the re- prove an application by Public Stor- impacts on their already overbur- to why the land couldn’t be purchased vised plans, as one of the reasons age, Inc. for a self-storage facility to dened neighborhood. Many of the by the town and maintained as a pas- for their approval. Other reasons be located on Route 22 and Myrtle residents demanded that the experts sive park or purchased by a church. included the residential-like archi- Courtesy of Westfield Fire Department Avenue. address the potential rise in rodents, Mr. Fawcett explained that the prop- tectural features, the flooding- MAKING USE OF NEW PUMPER...Westfield firefighters battled a garage fire Public Storage, a nationwide chain crime and devaluation of property erty was a piece of prime commercial drainage solutions and the land- Wednesday, January 31, on Clark Street. The firefighters encountered heavy of self-storage facilities, applied for a values in other neighborhoods that real estate, valued at over $2.5 million easement benefits as reasons for smoke and fire conditions upon entering the garage. Pictured operating the D-variance and several bulk variances abutted Public Storage facilities, and for this reason, no town or church their approval. town’s newly purchased fire pumper truck is firefighter Michael Giordano. to build a three-story, 75,000-square- which the experts repeatedly denied. could afford to purchase the land for foot facility, housing 544 self-storage Compromised safety regarding the the types of passive uses suggested by units. The two-and-half acre parcel of potential of stored explosives and residents. Furthermore, Mr. Fawcett land, which previously housed a car other hazardous materials was also a explained, developers had certain Friends of Lenape Park to Host Bird Walk, dealership, abuts a residential neigh- chief concern raised by community rights, which the board was legally borhood and 11 houses on Myrtle, members. compelled to uphold. Bluebird Project on Saturday, February 17 Maven and Mountain Avenues. One of the major points made by “If we don’t have good reasons for An initial application filed by Pub- all of the experts testifying on behalf denying this application, the applicant CRANFORD — The Friends of Also on February 17, Friends of partment of Parks and Recreation, lic Storage in 1998 was denied by the of Public Storage and reiterated by can reverse our decision on appeal in Lenape Park, in cooperation with the Lenape Park will kick-off Project Blue- Friends of Lenape Park has established board in 2000. A second application the board was that this type of facil- court,” Mr. Fawcett explained to the Union County Department of Parks bird for 2001. Volunteers are needed to a bird inventory for Lenape Park in- applied for in 2000 was heard before ity would have less of a detrimental distraught crowd. “Our decision has to and Recreation, will host a winter bird renovate and expand the bluebird trail cluding over 200 species, erected and the board over the course of three impact on the residential commu- be based on sound reasons and has to walk on Saturday, February 17, begin- established last year at the park. Last maintained a bluebird trail, and begun meetings, which resulted in nity, compared to other types of com- meet certain criteria or it will be over- ning at 9 a.m. year, the trail consisted of five nest removal of foreign invasive plant spe- Thursday’s approval. Public Storage mercial uses permitted in that zone. turned. Property owners and develop- Many bird species over-winter at boxes which were monitored from cies from the park, replacing them with made extensive changes to the sec- Permitted uses for this property, lo- ers have certain rights too.” Lenape Park, and the lack of foliage March until July. native plants and shrubs. ond application, taking into account cated in a B-3 commercial zone, Residents were obviously distraught makes it easier to find the birds feeding As many as five more boxes will be Future projects include an inventory recommendations from the board and include fast food restaurants, movie and vocalize their consternation over on seeds, berries, burrowing bugs and added depending on the number of of reptiles and amphibians, and contin- from neighboring residents, which theaters, strip malls, grocery/conve- the seeming discrepancies in the even other birds. volunteers available to monitor the ued removal of non-native plants. were incorporated into the revised nience stores or liquor stores. board’s denial of other commercial Nuthatches, finches, hawks and more nests. Bluebirds are expected to arrive For more information, please con- plans. Those changes significantly Expert witness for the applicant, developments in other residential can be expected. A limited number of in the area by mid-March. tact Friends of Lenape Park at reduced the overall footprint of the Real Estate Appraiser Denise Smith, neighborhoods, such as their denial of binoculars will be available for use. Friends of Lenape Park is an organi- [email protected]; P.O. Box 289, building’s size and increased the land- presented the findings of two stud- a nursing home on Martine Avenue in The walk will begin at the Trap & Skeet zation dedicated to protecting and en- 16 South Avenue West, Cranford, scaped buffer around the perimeter ies, which she conducted of other 1999, and the board’s denial of a Range parking lot located off of hancing native biodiversity at Lenape 07016, or by calling (908) 687-2169. of the property to minimize the vi- residential neighborhoods, similar in mini-strip mall for the Park Place Kenilworth Boulevard in Cranford. The Park, an important wetland and oasis The Friends of Lenape Park can be sual impact of the large building on character to the Myrtle Avenue neigh- property on Raritan Road in 2000. event will by canceled in the event of of wildlife in Union County. With the reached on the Internet at http:// the surrounding neighborhood. borhood, which abutted self-storage Many residents said that they would rain. assistance of the Union County De- hometown.aol.com/Lenapepark1/. One of the bulk variances was for facilities. find another car dealership or a res- non-permitted story levels; Even According to Mrs. Smith, she could taurant more desirable because of a though one of the stories is below find no significant devaluation of prop- number of safety factors. ground, the building was still con- erty values of homes in neighborhoods, “These types of facilities bring a SweetheartSweetheart ofof anan OfferOffer sidered to be three stories in a zone which had these types of facilities. lot of undesirable people and more that only permits of two and a half Board Chairman James Fawcett crime into the surrounding neigh- stories. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION THE TIMES Journalists, Doctors Treat The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and ‘Open Wounds’ Differently and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains By DEBORAH MADISON Member of: Member of: ing a splinter, quarterizing a burn or New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association The media is frequently faulted for flushing out an infection? Is the me- DIBS National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association dragging agencies and public officials ticulous examination of a cancerous Dibs not digs - We recently corrected Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association through the mud, exposing their faults, tumor ever considered to be morbidly a relative at a holiday gathering who Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey mistakes and misdemeanors, insinuat- voyeuristic? erroneously inserted the word digs for P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue ing that the motivation is self-serving The Hippocratic Oath’s foundation, dibs in the expression, “I have dibs on Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 sensationalism; an unethical and cheap “Do No Harm” obviously doesn’t that.” When correctly used this collo- mean, never cause any pain or never quialism asserts a person’s claim or right Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 trick to sell more papers, without serving the overall good. expose any dirt. Sometimes, good medi- to a certain object or privilege. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Responsible journalism, some say, cine hurts. If you needed an antibiotic, No one really knows the age of this P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 would not make a flagrant display of would you prefer that your doctor gave enduring and essentially child’s expres- you some make-up instead? sion, but it undoubtedly has been in use PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. exposing the seemly underside of com- for a long time. Its longevity is due to munity problems, social inequities and Even leeches, used to draw out poi- Joanna B. Marsh sons, are sometimes the most effica- generations of children who have readily Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin moral ineptitudes. Why can’t the news endorsed and then passed it on to suc- MARKETING cious solution. Neither profession is A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER focus more on the positive good, many ceeding generations. shameful nor for the squeamish. Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin David B. Corbin wonder? Dibs is a condensed version of SPORTS Is a doctor ever criticized for open- The long-term goals of both profes- dibstones, a nickname for the COMMUNITY GENERAL MANAGER sions are admirable, even if the pro- Paul J. Peyton Fred K. Lecomte Karen M. Hinds ing up a wound and cleaning it out? knucklebones of sheep, used in a game OFFICE MANAGER cesses may be littered with hazardous which is described as being similar to BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT SALES/SPORTS Even when this obviously causes short- Melissa A. Betkowski term pain, common sense dictates that waste. Jacks. Dibs was also used in England as SUBSCRIPTION PRICE EDUCATION it is a necessary discomfort for a long- * * * * * a slang word for fists, which, after all, One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 term healing process. Are social wounds Debbie Madison covers general are composed of knuckles. any different than medical abscesses? news assignments for The Westfield We do not mind that the relative in question claimed the particular cut of Are doctors called unethical, unpro- Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains- meat that we had our eye on. Perhaps, Scotch Plains Residents Deserve Answers fessional, sensation-seekers for expos- Fanwood. being a musician, he really did dig it. On Legal Roles of Zoning, Planning Bds. Letters to the Editor There is growing animosity in Scotch Plains to- ment trends in terms of land values, economics and ward the local Board of Adjustment and Planning zoning ordinances — explanations which seem to Board by residents who feel that the decisions made fall on deaf ears. The cursory explanations are hastily County Taxpayers Were Saddled Reader In Europe Finds by these boards have adversely affected their neigh- and inadequately rushed in the heat of the moment at Story Through Search borhoods. Many residents have said they feel be- the end of long application meetings. With Costs for D.C. Train Trip trayed by the boards for what they perceive is an Is there, in fact, a disparity in the way in which On Newspaper Web Site indifference to their community concerns. The resi- municipal boards make decisions which affect the The 64th annual New Jersey Cham- annual Walk to Washington. Editor’s Note: The following e-mail ber of Commerce train ride to Washing- Why would a walk to our nation’s was sent from a person in Europe who dents feel a disparity exists in how these boards make quality of life in different neighborhoods and zones? ton D.C. may have been a big hit with capitol cost so much? Because it in- reads The Westfield Leader and The decisions that affect neighborhoods, based on what Are residents’ rights and quality of life being pro- the politicians who went, but it sure was cludes a reception, dinner and train Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood on the they believe are socio-economic and racial factors. tected in a biased manner depending on the socio- a big miss with the taxpayers who are ride. The cost for the seven of those Internet. Residents in several local communities have ex- economic status of the neighborhood? Why can’t saddled with the expenses incurred by Union County employees, which in- * * * * * those same politicians. cluded the new Governor’s uncle, is I’m searching the Internet for some- pressed a perception that a “north-side/south-side” every abutting piece of property be converted into a Take the nine-member Board of Cho- $3,297.60. Their stay at the Marriott times funny things, especially related to bias on the part of boards exists, which unfairly passive park? Why can’t developers be told to go sen Freeholders, for example. The train came to $1,734. Add it all up and the my family name, and with the search for dumps undesirable projects on their side of town, and somewhere else? ride’s vouchers for them, the County train ride cost the Union County tax- “Riepe” I discovered an article in you Manager, Deputy County Manager, payers $17,221.60. newspaper about an 40-year anniversary that their side does not merit the same consideration These questions are repeatedly raised every time a head of Public Information and three I’d say that the taxpayers were the from Mrs. Riepe in Scotch Planes. given the other side of town. The goal of the Master new development threatens to compromise the peace others cost us $8,480. Their stay at the ones taken for a ride. I think it’s a while ago, but it was nice to read about it. Plan — to protect and preserve quality and prevent and tranquillity of a residential neighborhood, a luxurious Marriott/Wardman Park costs Vincent Lehotsky $3,297.60. Then there was the 64th Thank you, for your attempt to give all over-development and urban sprawl — only seems to frequent occurrence wherever a residential neighbor- Elizabeth information free to the Internet. be applicable to the more affluent neighborhoods, hood borders a commercial zone. It never seems to be A. Riepe they believe. This perceived bias, adamantly denied the appropriate time during the application process Resident Questions Hike in County Tax, Holland by board members, has been raised as an issue at for residents to raise these questions. Questions many local municipal meetings. regarding the procedures, legal constraints, decision- ‘Abysmal’ Performance by Recycling Firm Deadlines General News - Friday 4pm The boards claim that they are in the difficult making criteria, zoning ordinances and Master Plan We were recently informed that the materials came as a result of snow fall Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm position, bound by certain legal restrictions to up- goals are usually dismissed as irrelevant or too Union County tax will be raised for the on the weekend, after the stuff was Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm hold the rights of developers as well as property general to the specific testimony at each meeting. first time in years and the reason for this supposed to be picked up on the preced- was the cost incurred by the county ing Friday. How To Reach Us owners; they maintain that their hands are tied by Often, lawyers for the applicant object to these because of the prison situation. The change to a new recycling firm E-Mail - [email protected] certain decision-making criteria, which governs general questions as irrelevant to the testimony at An article in the Star-Ledger about was a farewell present from the old Phone - (908) 232-4407 whether they must approve or deny an application. hand. the county receiving $2.5 million from administration. The old system, using Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 The public, often unaware of these legal con- The question arises, when is the appropriate time the state for housing prisoners does not two days for the pick ups, made better PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 state that as a result, the tax increase will sense since it seems obvious that the In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield straints, seems to perceive that those decisions are for residents to get answers to these questions? be rescinded or reduced. How come the town is too large to handle this in a 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains arbitrary and capricious, or worse, biased and preju- Residents do not understand why their questions tax payers will still have to suffer an- single day. dicial. Residents have expressed that they are never regarding what seems to them to be very relevant other tax increase? On February 2, our stuff was picked Submittal Formats On another matter, the article on page up in a timely manner but I noticed that Photos - B/W and Color given an adequate explanation as to why the boards issues are considered irrelevant and inappropriate 1 of last week’s Westfield Leader re- they threw everything together in one No Panoramic or Polaroid are restricted to follow certain criteria when making during the application process. garding the abysmal performance by truck. So much for separating the vari- Typed, not handwritten their decisions. It would be extremely conducive to community the new recycling pick up firm states ous items to be recycled. Upper and lower case Need name & daytime phone The perception is that the lower middle-class neigh- relations if these municipal boards would conduct that they gave as an excuse that the Max J. Kalm materials were buried under snow. Here Westfield For our complete editorial policies borhoods get dumped on and overdeveloped, while informational meetings to educate the public regard- in the Wychwood section of Westfield request a copy of our Policy Guide the wealthier neighborhoods are protected, due to ing their procedures, responsibilities, legal restric- the materials were not retrieved until their contribution to the tax coiffures — neighbor- tions, overall goals, and especially the different zones four days after the fact, and only as a result of constant phone calls to the hoods with $500,000 homes get passive parks, while and variance requirements for each zone. The public recycler by both the residents and the Angry Commuter Questions Ticket the lower middle-class neighborhoods get ware- needs to understand the legal constraints that govern Town Hall managers. Furthermore, the houses and gas stations. board decisions when they are dealing with variance stuff was not buried under snow but any When Lack of Parking Exist In Town Why does the board deny a nursing home in one applications in different zones and their legal respon- snow which had covered some of the residential neighborhood on the grounds that it will sibility to uphold the rights of developers. Editor’s Note: The following letter even near the corner. I did not park in was addressed to the Westfield Police the two-hour zone, which by the way I adversely affect the quality of life of the abutting Perhaps, these boards need to make an appropriate See it all on the Web! Department and the Mayor. was told involves a $15 ticket. neighbors, while approving a warehouse, which will time to address these issues, in order to ease some of * * * * * No, I parked two car lengths from a clearly adversely affect another abutting residential the misconceptions that have plagued these meet- www.goleader.com I am a six-year resident of Westfield, stop car. neighborhood? The residents feel that these dispari- ings, to bring about a greater community understand- and user of NJ Transit to work for the Perhaps the powers that be in my last three months. town take some time to consider that ties are never adequately explained. ing. If the public is intelligent enough to ask the I am on the five-year waiting list for adequate parking is not available is not Several of the local municipal boards have at- questions, then they are capable and deserving of Washington State the train station lot, and as a result have available, the meters in the station are tempted to explain this apparent disparity in develop- getting adequate and thorough explanations. the choice of walking over a mile to the all filled by 7, and residents who are Student Looking train station, or trying to find street paying sizeable taxes — like myself — parking on a very limited number of and need to commute by train, have to For Info. on Jersey blocks that do not have two-hour park- wait five years to get in the parking lot Westfield Needs to Add Stickers on Meters ing limits. that recently doubled its charges. Editor’s Note: The writer’s last I am physically unable to walk the Interpretation of the law is clearly up name in the following letter has not mile plus because of a painful disc to the appropriate authorities, and in To Define Parking Fees, Operation Hours been published. problem in my spine, and although I am this case you were wrong. Give us work- * * * * * not qualified, nor am I asking for handi- ing folk a break. If you are not going to Last week, Westfield’s new hourly short-term struction costs, is still to come. Each member of our class is working capped parking, the waking is too far lighten up and get rid of some of those on a project called “Parade of States.” for me to tolerate. two-hour restricted streets, then advise meter rates went into effect for municipal parking To offset cost of construction and to compensate your enforcement agents to use sense lots, with on-street parking increases still to come. We are gathering information about our Last week I parked on Carleton Street for the loss of spaces at lots 1 and 8 for over 10 state to “sell” the state. near the station, at least two cars from when giving out their tickets. Until ad- Those persons not reading The Westfield Leader months, the Town Council took action to raise both I have chosen New Jersey for my pre- the corner, and was shocked to see I had equate monthly parking is available I and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood last week short-term meter fees, as well as the cost of com- sentation. If any of your readers would received a $44 ticket for parking within do not see how in good conscience you would never have known until they noticed their help by sending pictures, postcards, used 50 feet of the stop sign. can continue to punish your residents. muter and downtown employee permits. I hope you will give this some thought quarter only buys a half hour of time now. With this in mind, Westfield needs to create a license plates, facts, products, etc., from Is the ticket legally correct? I sup- your state, it would be greatly appreci- pose, but do the enforcement agents or and make some changes that are helpful While officials say new signs will be coming, we “customer friendly” environment for people who ated. their directors consider how absurd this to us taxpayers. strongly recommend that all the new meters in- park in town – whether they be commuters, em- Please send them to Matt N., 8414 is? I did not park near a fire hydrant, a Tom Detrano clude the revised hourly rates. The meters currently ployees or shoppers. Persons paying these fees 121 Street, East, Puyallup, WA 98373 significant offense, or in a driveway, or Westfield only tell users whether the meter is long-term should not be looked upon as second-class citizens Matthew N. (green sticker, eight hours or longer) or short-term but as contributing to the future viability of the Puyallup, WA (red sticker, two hours). The town also warns business district and life in general in Westfield. SP-F Teachers Receive individuals not to meter feed. This is the practice of putting in change after the two- hour limit has expired. Grants From Foundation Once the last of the on-street automatic meters have been replaced by new elec- SCOTCH PLAINS – Public sup- Middle School, Nancy Lubarsky – tronic devices, we suggest the town install port and generosity has enabled The “Poetry Alive.” Education Enrichment Foundation •••Terrill School, Park School, and signs that are clearly visible. In addition, of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Inc. to Scotch Plains-Fanwood High stickers placed on some meters could in- award 10 grants to teachers at el- School, Nancy Lubarsky – “Partner clude the two-hour restriction with the “no ementary, middle and high school With a Poet.” meter feeding” message removed. The new levels for the 2000-2001 school year. The Foundation is a non-profit hours of operation (Monday to Saturday, 8 Grant recipients include: community organization. The mis- a.m. to 8 p.m.) should also be marked. •••Brunner Elementary School, sion is to foster education as a total Maybe a “Shop Westfield” sticker could Bernadette Hoyer – “Building community enterprise by augment- Bridges Between School and Home.” ing programs offered to the students also be included. •••Coles Elementary School, Joy A. of the local communities. On the positive side, a plan to initiate a Oguayen and Mary Gosmanian – In the past six years, 45 grants commuter jitney in town is on the horizon. “What’s Under the Microscope?” and have been awarded to local educa- A new taxi service is now up and running. Eileen Raszka – “Battle of the tors ranging between $125 and Also, this spring, most of the downtown Books,” and Joan Rosen and Cynthia $1,000. A total of $20,000 in grants municipal lots will be paved and re-striped. Armstrong – “Writing Process with has been allocated to projects that In terms of the downtown parking crunch, Assistive Technology.” have supported over 5,000 young- •••Evergreen Elementary School, sters since 1992. the town’s long-range plan is to increase Barbara Prestridge – “Theater Work- Through these grants, the Founda- parking capacity by constructing a two- to shop.” tion has been able to enhance aca- three-story deck on lots 1 and 8 (Elm and •••McGinn Elementary School, demic programs and enrich core cur- Prospect Streets). But a deck would not be Joan Costello – “Learning to Learn” riculum. available until November 2002 at the earli- and Jane Lawlor – “Charlie Brown Tax deductible donations may be est if, in fact, it is built. The Town Council and the Gang Teach.” mailed to: The Enrichment Founda- •••School One Elementary, Joan tion of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Inc., last year only chose a site – they did not sign Miller, Terene Labrecque and P.O. Box 621, Scotch Plains, 07076. any contracts to build a parking facility. A Suzanne Lannin – “Survival During For more information, please call lot more discussion on the design of the the Revolutionary War and Today.” Foundation President Sally Hogan deck, not to mention hard numbers on con- •••Terrill Middle School/Park at (908) 889-4361. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 5 Patrick Morrisey Named To Director, Coordinator With House Committee WASHINGTON D.C.— Adding vet- cials from the Health Care Financing eran leadership to his administrative Administration, Office of Inspector Gen- team, Chairman Billy Tauzin (R-LA) eral and the Medicare Payment Advi- has named Patrick J. Morrisey of sory Commission. Westfield as Deputy Staff Director and “Over the years, Pat Morrisey has Policy Coordinator for the Energy and proven to be one of Capitol Hill’s lead- Commerce Committee. ing policy experts, especially in the area For the past two years – while serving of health care,” Chairman Tauzin said in as one of the committee’s health policy announcing Morrisey ’s promotion. “ counsels – Mr. Morrisey has been deeply “He also has a wealth of administra- involved in Medicare, managed care and tive experience, making him uniquely medical records privacy legislation. qualified for his new position. Pat will He also has worked closely with offi- play a key role in advancing our committee’s ambitious agenda during this session of Congress,” Mr. Tauzin stated. Mr. Morrisey ran for the Republican nomination for Congress last spring from the Seventh District. Prior to joining the committee, Mr. Morrisey served as an associate for a prominent, national law firm focusing AND THEY’RE OFF…Starters Steve Allen, left, and Frank Mascarich begin on health care, legislative advocacy and one of the many races held during Cub Scout Pack No. 171’s Annual Pinewood communications. He also organized and Derby on January 24. Pack No. 171 is from Wilson Elementary School in managed the Washington office of former Westfield. Congressman Dan Frisa (R-NY), serving a dual role as administrative assistant and legislative director. Mr. Morrisey did a stint as a field representative for the National Republi- Cub Scout Pack No. 171 can Congressional Committee, working under former Congressman Bill Paxon (R-NY). Holds Pinewood Derby A graduate with honors from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, Mr. Morrisey WESTFIELD – Cub Scout Pack the event. The champions included later earned a law degree from Rutgers No. 171 of Wilson Elementary School Chris Gerckens, Tiger Division; Mark Patrick Morrisey Law School at Newark. in Westfield conducted its Annual Androconis, Wolf Division, and An- Pinewood Derby on January 24. Dr. drew Marino, Bear Division. Andrew Perry, Wilson School Prin- For Cub Scout Champion, the win- Local Municipal Alliance cipal, acted as the Chief Judge for the ners of the Wolf and Bear divisions race and awarded all of the prize run off together, with Mark trophies. Androconis having captured the title. Plans ‘Ladies Nite Out’ The purpose of the Pinewood The champion of the Webelos Divi- Derby is for the boys to do a craft sion was William Mascarich. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch out the use of alcohol or any other project with their parents and to de- Scouts who came to the meeting Plains-Fanwood Municipal Alliance substance. velop good sportsmanship. Each early had the opportunity to vote on Committee (MAC) will present “La- scout carves a block of wood into a the “Coolest Car.” Of the 79 cars dies Nite Out” on Wednesday, March Family Night Forum race car, sands it, paints it and finally entered, the winner was Brian Hart, 7, at Baxel Hall of the Union County enters it in the big race. with Eric Hagstrom placing second. Vocational-Technical Schools, lo- To Focus on Elder Law Each of the boys who won first or The scouts who won their respec- cated at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch WESTFIELD – Sunrise Assisted Liv- second place received a trophy and tive divisions will represent Pack Plains. ing of Westfield, located at 240 Spring- every scout who participated in the No. 171 in the Patriot District Finals Area merchants will demonstrate field Avenue in Westfield, has invited race received a pin and a goody bag. on Saturday, March 17. The Patriot ways to defeat stress through such the public to attend a Family Night pre- Seventy-nine boys participated in District encompasses western Union avenues as massage, exercise, medi- sentation by attorney Benjamin D. the Derby, with 14 parents operating County. tation, nutrition and manicures. Eckman on Thursday, March 1, at 6 p.m. All Scotch Plains and Fanwood Mr. Eckman will address a variety of elder law issues, including living wills, women are invited to attend and power of attorney, nursing home plan- there is no fee. The MAC, a ning and grandparent visitation. grassroots organization dedicated to For more information about Sunrise the prevention of substance abuse, or the Family Night presentation, please will sponsor the event in an effort to call Sunrise Assisted Living of Westfield at (908) 317-3030. promote healthy stress relief with- Jim Hely

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SPACE EXPLORERS…Members of Cadette Girl Scout Troop No. 621 of Scotch Plains-Fanwood are pictured outside the “Starlab” they used to help two Brownie troops learn about space. Pictured, left to right, are: Back row, Casey Griffin, Bailey Fowler, Lauren Edwards and Julie Meurer; middle row, Melissa Loewinger, Courtney Berger, Cristin Joy, MaryKate Schiller, Maggie Bernhard and Erin O’Connor, and kneeling, Molly Forman, Lauren Alyward, Jen Gaglioti and Lauren Spirko.

Cadette Troop Helps Brownies Eric C. Rubin and Ms. Andrea J. Hess Learn About Wonders of Space SCOTCH PLAINS — Cadette Girl of Merck & Co., Inc., assisted the Ms. Andrea J. Hess Scouts from Troop No. 621 of Scotch scouts in their Starlab presentation. Plains-Fanwood recently helped two The Brownies entered the bubble Brownie troops earn their Space and learned about the stars, planets Engaged to Eric C. Rubin MR. AND MRS. THOMAS A. CALUGAY Exploration Try-it (a Brownie level and constellations, and were able to (She is the former Miss Mieko S. Saito) badge). This was also a step the go outside and identify many of the Ms. Andrea J. Hess of Westport, nancial Website. Cadettes needed to complete in or- stars they learned about in the Starlab. Conn., the daughter of the late Nancy A wedding is planned for the sum- der to earn a badge themselves. R. and Sanford O. Hess, has an- mer of 2002. Miss Mieko S. Saito The older scouts helped the Brown- Presbyterian Women nounced her engagement to Eric C. ies make a balloon rocket, create Rubin. He is the son of Andrea and Scotch Plains Women their own constellation and create a To Present Program Mark Rubin of Basking Ridge, for- Space Colony. The main attraction Weds Thomas A. Calugay By Cancer Survivor merly of Westfield. Treated to Program of the program was the “Starlab,” or Ms. Hess is a 1993 graduate of Miss Mieko S. Saito, the daughter Calif., the cousin of the bride; Miss a portable planetarium, provided by WESTFIELD – The Presbyterian Staples High School in Westport. By Trailside Director of Mr. and Mrs. Yorishige Saito of Tricia Su of Ocean, Miss Miladys MISE (Merck Institute for Science Women’s Association of The Pres- She earned a Bachelor of Arts De- SCOTCH PLAINS – Hollace Westfield, was married on Saturday, Felix of the Bronx and Miss Tiffany Education). byterian Church in Westfield will gree in Clinical Psychology from Hoffman, Director of the Trailside December 2, to Thomas A. Calugay. Yamaoka of South Salem, N.Y. Troop Leader Laura Meurer and present speaker Minette McKenna Tufts University in 1997 and is cur- Nature and Science Center in He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Angel All wore strapless satin gowns, her husband, Roger, both employees on Thursday, February 15, at 9:30 rently pursuing a master’s degree at Mountainside, spoke to the Scotch Calugay of Honolulu, Hawaii. amethyst on the top and dark violet a.m. in the Christian Lounge and Teachers College of Columbia Uni- Plains Woman’s Club, a member of The ceremony and reception took on the bottom, with matching wraps. Pfc. Alexander Polce Annex of the Parish House on Moun- versity. the General Federation of Women’s place at the Crystal Plaza in They carried purple, lavender and tain Avenue. Her fiancé, a 1993 graduate of Clubs, on January 10 at the Scotch Livingston, with Judge James white hand-tied bouquets. Reports for Duty A registered nurse and homemaker, Westfield High School, received a Hills Country Club in Scotch Plains. Heimlich officiating. Raul Sanchez, Jr. of Jersey City At Marine Corps Base Ms. McKenna is an eight-year can- Bachelor of Science Degree in Jour- Introduced by Program Chair- The bride, who was given in mar- was the best man. The ushers in- cer survivor who speaks at public nalism from Indiana University in woman Edith Czeropski, Ms. riage by her parents, wore a white cluded Ryuichi Saito of Westfield, MOUNTAINSIDE – Marine Corps events and schools on behalf of the 1997. He is employed as a digital Hoffman presented a program en- the brother of the bride; Damon Private First Class Alexander J. Polce, satin, sleeveless gown. It featured a American Cancer Society to pro- media editor at TheDeal.com, a fi- titled “Before Supermarkets.” scoop neckline, a bodice of hand- Granato of Parlin, Jason Borel and the son of Geri D. and Richard D. mote early cancer detection. A native of Lynnfield, Mass., she Ernesto Rocha, both of Jersey City. Polce of Mountainside, recently re- beaded white pearls and crystals, In her talk, entitled “Touched by Ann Polak Earns graduated from Albion College in and a chapel-length train. She wore a A 1991 alumna of Westfield High ported for duty with United States Grace,” she will discuss her good for- Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts School, the bride graduated from Marine Corps Security Force Com- fingertip veil with a tiara of pearls, tune, as well as the trials and triumphs Academic Honors Degree in Biology and Sociology. and carried a bouquet of white Alaska, Lehigh University with a Bachelor of pany, Naval Submarine Base Bangor, she and her family and friends have She was awarded a Master of Sci- Science Degree in Marketing. She is in Silverdale, Wash. porcelana and oceana roses. dealt with, along with her cancer. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SPFHS PTA Works to Wage Concepts & Thought War on Substance Abuse SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Ecstasy. January’s winners were 11th Plains-Fanwood High School graders Kerri Weinglass and Patrick (SPFHS) Parent Teacher Associa- Jean-Joseph and 9th grader Camille tion (PTA) has developed a three- Vecchione. pronged approach to help students, Parents will receive important in- parents and the community combat formation to assist them in keeping substance abuse. their children safe and strong. The Students will be impacted through PTA will provide guidelines as to their participation in the “Challenge acceptable ground rules for social Question of the Month.” Each month, gatherings. This will be done by two a guest questioner will pose a chal- mailings – one to parents of children lenge question. in grades 9 and 10 and another to Four representatives, one from parents of students in grades 11 and each class, will try to answer the 12. question during their lunch period. In addition, a parent’s forum, “Dat- Each winner will be awarded a gift ing, Drugs and the Social Scene,” certificate from a community busi- will take place on Wednesday, April ness and the winner’s class will earn 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the high school’s a monetary prize. multipurpose room. RELAXING STRETCHES…Students at Jefferson Elementary School in The aim is to have the students An agent of the federal Drug En- Westfield chase away the winter blues with “Relaxation Recess.” Led by Ellen become more aware through actively forcement Administration will dis- Kaplow, the pupils enjoy a Yoga class which includes stretching, relaxation discussing the dangers of drugs and cuss club drugs and Diane Litterer of techniques and a story during their recess period. drinking, as well as responsible Prevention Links will lead a discus- choices they should make. sion of the ways in which parents November’s question winners were may prevent the use of club drugs by Author Day Celebrated Walter Biner, grade 10, Renee their children. Liz Knodel-Gordon, FOOD AND NUTRITION…The Pre-K Title One students at Brunner Elemen- Zidonik, grade 12, and Ashley the district’s Substance Awareness tary School and School One Elementary in Scotch Plains recently took class trips Esposito, grade 11. Queries dealing Coordinator, will discuss alcohol and At Tamaques Elementary to King’s Supermarket in Short Hills to learn about foods, the workings of a with the dangers of LSD and mari- the coming prom season. supermarket and to sample goodies. The trip was planned as an initiating juana were asked by guest ques- The community will become more WESTFIELD – Tamaques El- represented in the 1995 activity for a unit of study on Food and Nutrition. Brunner students Chrissy tioner, SPFHS Principal Dr. David aware of the prevention of substance ementary School hosted a visit on Dreamweavers Exhibit, a traveling O’Connor and Ryan Kelly, enjoy cookies during their trip. Heisey. abuse through their support of the Wednesday, January 31, with exhibit of illustrations from children’s In December, 12th graders Najwa Challenge Question. Community children’s author, David Wisniewski. literature in the fantasy genre. Glover and Shannon McEneely and businesses will provide prizes and a Mr. Wisniewski entertained the “The Wave of the Sea-Wolf” was Junior Achievement Offices 10th grader Ray DiNizo provided consortium of several businesses has children with a “how to make” pup- named a Best Illustrated Book of the the correct answer to a question dis- provided the funds used to mail in- pet show using an overhead projec- Year by The New York Times. cussing tobacco use and addictions formation to parents. tor, cut-outs and wax paper. He also “Elfwyn’s Saga” was named a No- Consolidate in Mountainside posed by Assistant Principal Chuck The PTA has extended thanks to showed the pupils step by step de- table Children’s Trade Book in the CASA (Community Against Sub- tails about creating a book. Field of Social Studies by a joint MOUNTAINSIDE – Junior New Jersey. Cancella. Achievement (JA) has announced that Mr. Cancella was also the ques- stance Abuse) for its funding of the He explained that the process in- committee of the National Council The consolidation is designed to Challenge Question prize money. volves writing the story and follow- on the Social Studies and the four New Jersey district offices com- create more opportunities in key tioner in January. He posed a ques- bined operations on Thursday, Feb- tion dealing with the “club drug” ing with black and white illustrations Children’s Book Council. areas and effectively reach more Amy Seligman Receives which turn into bright, colorful pages. His other works include “The War- ruary 1. children throughout the state. The The four offices which merged are Lauren Blalock Named Mr. Wisniewski was born in rior and the Wise Man,” “Rain Player,” four offices reached 26,500 students Highest Honors Middlesex, England. His work was “Sundiata,” and “Lion King of Mali.” JA of Union County in Mountainside, during the 1999-2000 school year, International Intern WESTFIELD – Amy Seligman, the JA of Southern New Jersey in and plans to increase their student daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Seligman Willingboro, JA of Central New Jer- impact by 35 percent to 36,000 stu- At Rhodes College of Westfield and a member of the Class Union County College Posts sey in Lawrenceville, and JA of dents this year. The strategic five- SCOTCH PLAINS – Lauren of 2003 at Skidmore College in Sarasota Northern New Jersey in Newark. year goal for JA of New Jersey is to Blalock has been named a Mertie W. Springs, N.Y., earned highest honors The combined company has reach a minimum of 100,000 stu- Buckman International Intern at during the fall semester. President’s List of Honors placed its statewide headquarters dents annually. Rhodes College in Memphis, Tenn. Lenoir-Rhyne College in Mountainside. The newly-ex- For more information about the This merit-based program places CRANFORD – Union County Jill A. Buonincontri, Bonnie L. panded JA office will handle pro- consolidation and opportunities for select International Studies majors Names Christine M. Brock College has announced the names of Considine, Laura Dechant, Christo- grams for schools in the state, with companies to volunteer in JA class- for two months during the summer To President’s List local pupils placed on the President’s pher DiFabio, Elizabeth Donaway, the exception of Salem County, rooms, please call Michael with an international company. List for the fall 2000 semester. SCOTCH PLAINS – Christine Stine Helbig, Jean T. Kellogg, Eliza- and will operate under the new O’Loughlin, President of JA of New Lauren will be interning with Fed- These students include: beth O. Martinso, Kristin M. Meehan, name of Junior Achievement of Jersey at (908) 317-9600. eral Express in Frankfurt, Germany Marie Brock of Scotch Plains was Scotch Plains named to the President’s List for the Kriya J. Patel, Donnalynn Rumpp, in June and July. Jennifer J. Bauer, Gail F. Bronski, Cesar M. Salinas, Lorraine Sleeper, The purpose of these internships is 2000 fall semester at Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, N.C. Wendy L. Warwick, Lisa Williams, .... CIAO! ...... to learn about politics and culture in Tripp Madsen Earns Robert A. Wilson, Marci B. HI! OLA! an international environment while Steinberg, My V. Tran. also improving language skills and Local Students Named Dean’s Award Mountainside Learn a new language gaining practical experience while To Fall Dean’s List Katherine Cullerton, Mony A. El working for an international com- At Colgate University East Stroudsburg University in East Kfoury, Dawn Kizmann, Denise L. while you sip your coffee pany. Tripp Madsen, the son of Mr. and Shann. Spanish and Italian - Small groups Lauren is a sophomore at Rhodes Stroudsburg, Pa. has announced that Mrs. M. Peter Madsen, 2nd, is the Julia L. Mc Millan of Westfield and Westfield College, where she is majoring in recipient of the Dean’s Award for aca- Dana M. Adams, Maria Andersson, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings international studies and political Nicole Senatore of Scotch Plains demic excellence during the fall 2000 have been named to the Dean’s List Laura L. Ciarrocca, Darrin L. Coy, at Cafe Java on Elm Street. science with minors in business ad- semester at Colgate University in Marian Fritz, Dmitry I. Gazarian, ministration and German. for the fall 2000 semester. Hamilton, N.Y. Julia is a senior specializing in Arthur D. Hausker, Maria Teresa For more info Please Call 518-0465 She is a 1999 graduate of Scotch A member of the Class of 2004, Lopez, Karen McDonald, Slavica Plains-Fanwood High School. early childhood education, while Tripp graduated from The Taft School Nicole is a freshman majoring in in Watertown, Conn. in 2000. He is a Pantelic, Eleanore G. Ralph, Ines psychology. freshman at Colgate. Rauschenbach, Thomas Ryan, Mel- issa Sievwright, Natasha A. Widows, Mike S. Weinstein. Laura Sweeney Earns Dean’s Award At Colgate Univ. WESTFIELD – Laura Sweeney, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will- EST.1977 iam Sweeney of Westfield, is a recipient of the Dean’s Award for academic excellence during the fall 2000 semester at Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y. A member of the Class of 2001, OPENOPEN HOUSE!HOUSE! Laura is a 1997 Westfield High School graduate. She is concentrating in biology at Colgate. She plans to attend medical school in the fall. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 9 DECA Pupils Will Alert Middle School School District’s Annual Report Concepts & Thought Pupils About Risks of Substance Abuse Now Available SCOTCH PLAINS – During one of four of the workshops involving peer with these problems.” their brainstorming sessions, students in pressure, teen relationships, communi- Ms. Knodell-Gordon also though it WESTFIELD — The Westfield Pub- the DECA Chapter at Scotch Plains- cating with adults, and the dangers of was important that high schools students lic School District’s 1999-2000 Annual Nominations Welcomed Fanwood High School decided to do addictive drugs such as tobacco, alcohol communicate these problems to middle Report has been mailed to every house- more to inform younger students about and marijuana. school students. hold in Westfield. the dangers and consequences of using The students will present skits, a panel Renee added, “We consider this to be The brochure includes student and For Philhower Award drugs and alcohol. discussion, and just plain talk with the a very important community service, staff accomplishments, test scores and WESTFIELD – President of the Ro- Members of the Selection Commit- As a result, DECA has, for the pas two younger students on the decisions they because we all know every young person other factual information about the school tary Club of Westfield and Superinten- tee will include two Rotarians, two months, been planning a program of are faced with. DECA seniors Tim Gan- has to make choices, so we are hoping district. It also contains an introduction dent of Schools Dr. William J. Foley has elementary school principals and the activities for eighth graders at both Park der, Renee Zidonik and Eric Konzelman these workshops will convince the stu- by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Will- announced that Friday, March 2, is the immediate past Philhower fellow, and Terrill Middle Schools. are chairpersons of the activity. dent to make the right choice.” iam J. Foley. deadline for nominations for the ninth Trista Pollard, fifth grade teacher at Billed as “DECA’s Day of Decisions,” Tim said, “We are not going to the The workshops will be held at Park Dr. Foley has noted that a good deal of annual Charles Philhower Fellowship Tamaques Elementary School. DECA, with the assistance of the school middle schools to tell the students what Middle School on Thursday, February 8, the 1999-2000 school year was spent award. planning for accommodating the in- The 1999 fellowship went to Eva district’s Substance Abuse Coordinator to do, or what not to do. We want to give and Terrill Middle School on Friday, Letters of nomination are invited Morton, Washington Elementary Liz Knodell-Gordon, has planned 10 them enough information so that they February 9, between the hours of 8:30 creased student population in Westfield. He also acknowledged the involvement from interested citizens and Westfield School third grade teacher. The award workshop sessions at each school. make the right decisions when faced and 11:30 a.m. public school staff members and winner in 1998 was Angela The workshops will focus on a variety and cooperation of the community in making the school district a success. should be addressed to: Charles LaCarrubba, second grade teacher at of topics and problems that young people Philhower Fellowship Committee of Wilson Elementary School. In 1997, confront on almost a daily basis. Topics Westfield Education Assoc. “I commend our students, parents, staff and community partners for recog- the Westfield Rotary Club, c/o Office the Philhower award went to Jefferson include the effects of drug and alcohol of the Superintendent of Schools, 302 Elementary School fourth grade use, the dangers of “club drugs,” con- nizing the importance of both academic skills and life skills as valuable parts of Elm Street, Westfield, 07090. teacher Claudia Andreski. Bette fronting peer pressure, communicating To Award Scholarships Nominations should specify ways in Tuthill, McKinley Elementary School with parents and adults, effects and deci- education,” stated Dr. Foley. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Edu- Scholarship applications will be evalu- If anyone has not received a copy of which the teacher has demonstrated out- fourth grade teacher, was named the sion to be made in teenage relationships, standing teaching, interest in children 1996 Philhower Fellowship recipient. among others. cation Association (WEA) will award ated on a variety of criteria including the 1999-2000 annual report, please con- DECA has enlisted outside resources two $1,000 scholarships to high school grades, SAT scores, involvement in school- tact the School/Community Relations and continued pursuit of professional Carol Joyce, Washington School first to run some of these workshops, includ- graduates. based activities and community services. office at (908) 789-4463. growth. grade teacher, received the award in ing an expert in club drugs, adolescents Michael Seiler, President of WEA, Applicants will also have an opportunity The teacher must be a full-time el- 1995. The 1994 awardee was Carol A. recovering from drug addiction, a mother will present the scholarships at Awards to express their personal opinions regard- Sarah Sharpe Earns ementary school teacher in Westfield. Mastroianni, Franklin Elementary whose daughter’s tragic death was caused Night, Thursday, June 7, at Westfield ing education and technology. Academic Honor The Fellowship recipient is honored at a School first grade teacher. by a drunk driver, and a representative High School (WHS). Six finalists will be invited to a per- Rotary luncheon and receives a grant to The first Philhower Fellowship was from the Union County Prosecutor’s The WEA Scholarship Committee and sonal interview before the final selection. WESTFIELD – Westfield resident further professional growth or to en- presented to Susan Feldman Glick, a Office. the Executive Council will select a mem- Funds for these scholarships are raised Sarah Sharpe, the daughter of Mr. and hance classroom activities for students. Special Education teacher at Tamaques DECA students themselves will run ber of the WHS Class of 2001 for this by donations of the WEA members. Diana Mrs. Peter Sharpe and a member of The award was instituted in 1993 School, in 1993. year’s $1,000 award. Collins is Chairperson of the WEA Schol- the Class of 2002 at Skidmore, earned by the Westfield Rotary Club to rec- In commenting on the award, Dr. The Barry Judd Memorial Scholarship arship and the Barry Judd Memorial honors during the fall semester. ognize the importance of teaching in Foley echoed the sentiments of fellow will be presented to a WEA member’s Scholarship. Committee members in- the elementary grades and to honor Rotarians when he said, “We believe child who plans on continuing their edu- clude Dr. James Moriarty, Frances Trees, Jonathan W. Jones Westfield Rotarian and School Super- the Philhower Fellowship is a fitting University Newsewsews cation at an accredited institution of higher Janice Sheridan, Rosemary Gagliardi and intendent Charles Philhower. memorial to an educator who gave so learning. Both scholarship applications Patricia Filiaci. Receives Degree Mr. Philhower, who died in 1962, much to the children of Westfield and are available at the Guidance Department Univ. of Delaware was Supervising Principal (Superin- to education in general.” at WHS and at WEA members respective From Rensselaer tendent) of Westfield Public Schools Dr. Foley added, “We are grateful for Jonathan W. Jones, schools throughout the district. Includes Area Pupils WESTFIELD – Rensselaer Poly- for 30 years — from 1917 to 1947 — the recognition the Rotary continues to The deadline for both scholarships is technic Institute in Troy, N.Y. has Friday, March 30. and was President of the Westfield give the teaching profession. I am al- Andrea J. Maggi Earn On Fall Dean’s List announced that Jonathan Woodruff Rotary Club in 1929-30. As Rotary ways pleased with outstanding educa- Dean’s List Recognition Colby College Names AREA – Westfield residents Maura Jones of Westfield received his Bach- President, he instituted the club’s an- tion is spotlighted; when honor is be- Rose Burstein, Lauren Marie elor of Science Degree in Manage- nual scholarship awards to graduating Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute stowed on an outstanding educator and Elizabeth Schundler Castaldo, Laura Kathryn Dvorak and ment in December. Westfield students. when recognition is given to teachers.” in Troy, N.Y. recently revealed that Sarah Nicole Ponzio, and Lauren A. Jonathan W. Jones of Westfield and To Fall Dean’s List Biedell of Scotch Plains have been Andrea J. Maggi of Scotch Plains named to the Dean’s List at the Uni- have been named to the Dean’s List WESTFIELD – Elizabeth C. Schundler of Westfield has been versity of Delaware for the fall 2000 for the fall 2000 semester. semester. Jonathan is a senior majoring in named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester at Colby College in Maura, a senior, is pursuing early management, while Andrea is a senior childhood development. A junior, focusing on electrical engineering and Waterville, Me. She is a first-year Lauren Castaldo is majoring in En- computer and systems engineering. student and a graduate of Westfield glish. Laura, a sophomore, is focus- High School. ing on geography. Sarah, a senior, is Katherine A. Egan Elizabeth is the daughter of Mr. majoring in political science. Lauren Earns Dean’s List and Mrs. Russell Schundler of Biedell, a senior, is studying leader- Westfield. ship and consumer economics. Status at Colby WESTFIELD – Katherine A. Egan, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. HELPING CHILDREN LEARN Dennis Egan of Westifield, has been

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INSURED CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Andrew Mingione, 87, Led Orchestra; Frank W. Golembeske, 85, Founder Recognized as Lifelong Jazz Musician – Obituaries – Of Steel Company; Active in Church Frank W. Golembeske, 85, of South member of the Charles P. Greco As- Andrew Mingione, 87, of Warren Alaska. Raymond Bauer, 85, Banking Executive; Plainfield died on Thursday, January sembly No. 2147. died on Saturday, January 27, at Mr. Mingione had been recog- 25, in Rahway Hospital. He served with the United States Somerset Medical Center in nized as a lifelong jazz musician by Volunteered With Many Organizations Born in Paterson, he had lived in Navy during World War II. Somerville. the Luthier Tom Ribbeche for the Raymond W. Bauer, 85, of for many years of the Baltusrol Golf Maplewood and Scotch Plains be- Surviving are four daughters, Born in Bayonne, he had lived in creation of the Blue Mingione Gui- Hightstown died on Thursday, Feb- Club of Springfield and also belonged fore relocating to South Plainfield 46 Leslie Curley, Catherine Smith, North Plainfield before relocating to tar. The instrument is part of the ruary 1, at home. to the Nassau Club of Princeton. years ago. Connie Macellara and Tracey Warren in 1972. Chinnery Collection of Blue Guitars Born and raised in Linden, he had Surviving are his wife of 61 years, Mr. Golembeske founded the Golembeske; five sisters, Madeline Mr. Mingione was the leader of the presently on display at the lived in Westfield before moving to Mary Hall Bauer; a son, Eugene Evergard Steel Corporation in Lin- Knonpka, Lucille Poplawski, Helen Andrew Mingione Orchestra, which Smithsonian Institute in Washing- Hightstown three and a half years ago. Bauer of Madison; two daughters, den in 1961 with his late wife, Connie Parsons, Elizabeth Brackon and Ida entertained at many social events in ton, D.C. Mr. Bauer joined Linden Trust Patricia Ruud of Auburn, Calif. and C. Golembeske. He served as Presi- Mae Perry; two brothers, Robert the area for the past 60 years. He was predeceased by two broth- Company of Linden in 1944, later Victoria Myers of Newark, Del.; two dent and Chief Executive Officer of Golembeske and Sonny Golembeske, He was President of the American ers, Salvatore Mingione and Vincent becoming its President. When Lin- brothers, Grant Bauer of Bay Head the firm. and six grandchildren. Federation of Musicians, Local No. Mingione. den Trust Company merged with and Robert Bauer of Westfield; a He received a degree in mechani- Funeral services were held on 746, in Plainfield and was a charter Surviving are his wife, Rose Mary Union County Trust Company of sister, Dorothy Fedor of Summit; cal engineering from the Newark Monday, January 29, at the member of the Maple Leafs, an ath- Demovic Mingione; a son, Dr. Rich- Elizabeth in 1961, he was named four grandchildren and three great- Institute of Technology. McCriskin Home for Funerals in letic club in New Jersey. ard Mingione of Ventnor; a daugh- President and Chief Executive Of- grandchildren. He was a member of Our Lady of South Plainfield, followed by a Mass He served in the United States ter, Carol Greene of Corte Madera, ficer of the combined institution. A private funeral service was held Czestochowa Roman Catholic of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Army during World War II and spent Calif.; two brothers, Alfred Mingione He continued to lead the new insti- on Tuesday, February 6, at The Pres- Church in South Plainfield, where he Czestochowa Church. two and a half years in the Aleutian of Scotch Plains and Armand tution, United Counties Trust Com- byterian Church in Westfield. was President of the Holy Name Memorial contributions may be Islands, located off of southwest Mingione of Escondido, Calif., and pany, until 1980. Mr. Bauer subse- Arrangements were handled by Society, a member of the Rosary made to the South Plainfield Knights two grandchildren. quently served as its Chairman of the Smith and Smith Funeral Directors Society, an usher and a collector. He of Columbus Council No. 6203, P.O. Private memorial services were Board and Chairman of the Execu- was also a member of the St. An- Box 184, South Plainfield, 07080. Eleanor Engelfried, 94 in Springfield. February 8, 2001 held under the direction of the tive Committee until his retirement Memorial donations may be made thony Feast and operated some of its Eleanor Meyer Engelfried, 94, died Higgins Home for Funerals in food stands for the parish. on Friday, February 2, at the Westfield in 1988. to Junior Achievement of Union Stephen Mihovch, 89 Watchung. Until shortly before his death, he Mr. Golembeske was a third and Center, Genesis ElderCare Network County, 1101 Bristol Road, Stephen Mihovch, 89, of Metuchen Memorial donations may be made was also President and Director of C. Mountainside, 07092 or to the YMCA fourth degree member of the Knights in Westfield. to the Warren Township Rescue of Columbus Council No. 6203 in died on Wednesday, January 24, in Born in Oak Park, Ill., she had H. Winans Company, a family-owned of Eastern Union County, 135 Madi- Squad, 6 Bardy Road, Warren, construction and investment corpo- South Plainfield, where he also served the John F. Kennedy Medical Center lived in Westfield from 1937 to 1973, son Avenue, Elizabeth, 07201. in Edison. 07059. ration based in Roselle. February 8, 2001 as admiral. In addition, he was a when she relocated to Lakehurst. February 8, 2001 Born in Cerne, Czechoslovakia, She had resided in the Lakewood He held volunteer leadership positions in Junior Achievement of Union he had lived in New York City and in area before moving back to the Nicholas Alterizio, 74 Nancy George Westfield before moving to Metuchen Westfield area last year. County, Inc., YMCA of Eastern Union Nancy Delmauro George of Nicholas Alterizio, 74, of Berke- County, the Tri Hospital Fund of two years ago. Mrs. Engelfried was a homemaker. Westfield died on Wednesday, Janu- Mr. Mihovch had been a tool-and- ley Township died on Wednesday, Elizabeth, the Deborah League of ary 31, in the Ashbrook Nursing and She was a former member of Atlas January 31, at home. die maker with Metex in Edison for Chapter No. 99 Order of the Eastern Elizabeth and the American Cancer Rehabilitation Center in Scotch Plains. Born in Newark, he had lived in Society. 15 years before retiring in 1980. He Star. In addition, she had been a Born in Newark, she had lived in had previously been employed by Scotch Plains before moving to Ber- A graduate of Linden High School, Elizabeth and Fanwood before relo- member of the Lincoln School Cho- keley Township 25 years ago. Metal Textile in Roselle. rus in Westfield and of the Women’s Mr. Bauer received his Bachelor of cating to Westfield in 1997. Mr. Alterizio was a parts depart- Arts Degree in 1937 from Dartmouth Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Club of Westfield. She was predeceased by her hus- Anna Stofa Mihovch; a son, John ment driver with Ocean Chevrolet College in Hanover, N.H., and his band, Joseph George. She was predeceased by her hus- for 16 years. He had previously been Mihovch; a daughter, Jane Condon; four band, Henry Oscar Engelfried, in Master of Business Administration Mrs. George had worked for the a truck driver for Consolidated Laun- Degree from the Amos Tuck School grandchildren and a great-grandchild. 1998, and by a grandson, Jeffrey Westinghouse Electric Corporation in The funeral service was held on dry in Newark for 18 years. of Finance in 1938. Newark before retiring many years ago. Nickerson, in 1996. He served in the United States Monday, January 29, in the Zion Surviving are two daughters, Carol He earned a Bachelor of Law De- Surviving are many nieces and Army during World War II. gree from the Rutgers University Law Lutheran Church in Clark. Interment Smith of Grants Pass, Ore. and Nancy nephews. took place at Hillside Cemetery in He was also a member of the School and was admitted to the New The funeral service was held on Plum Tuthill of Mountainside; six Knights of Columbus Council in Metuchen. grandchildren and eight great-grand- Jersey Bar Association in 1942. Monday, February 5, from the Rossi Scotch Plains. Mr. Bauer was an active member Raymond W. Bauer Arrangements were handled by the children. Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, fol- Walter J. Johnson Funeral Home in Surviving are his wife, Marie lowed by a Mass at St. Bartholomew A memorial service will be held at Alterizio; two daughters, Donna Clark. 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, February Catherine D. Mason, 97, Was Active the Apostle Roman Catholic Church Memorial donations may be made Alterizio and Margaret Alterizio, and in Scotch Plains. Interment took place 10, at the Memorial Funeral Home, two brothers, Victor Alterizio and to the Zion Lutheran Church, 559 155 South Avenue in Fanwood. in Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Raritan Road, Clark, 07066. Phil Alterizio. With Local Church and Area Groups February 8, 2001 In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- A Mass was offered on Saturday, February 8, 2001 tions may be made to the Diamond- February 3, in St. Catharine Church Catherine D. Mason, 97, of Lake- band, Carl Holland Mason, in Janu- Florence M. Bremer, 80, Member Blackfan Anemia Foundation, P.O. in Seaside Park, following the fu- wood died on Monday, February 5, at ary of 1965, and by a son, William Box 1092, West Seneca, N.Y., 14224, neral from the Timothy E. Ryan Harrogate in Lakewood. Mason, and a daughter, Joan Shrier. to benefit one of Mrs. Engelfried’s Home for Funerals in Seaside Park. Born in Cranford in 1904, the Surviving are another daughter, Of St. Helen’s and Women’s Club great-grandchildren. February 8, 2001 February 8, 2001 daughter of Spencer and Florence Anne Hale of Westfield; nine grand- Florence Mary Bremer, 80, of Church, also in Westfield. Damon, she had lived there and in children and five great-grandchil- Westfield died on Friday, February She was predeceased by her hus- Scotch Plains and Westfield before dren. 2, at home. band, Francis Bremer, in 1999. Ann T. Berodyn, 83, Active With GOP; moving to Lakewood in 1989. A memorial service will be held at Born in Chicago, she lived in Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Mason was active with sev- Harrogate in Lakewood on Monday, Westfield for 45 years. Francine Bremer of Sacramento, Had Been Parishioner at Holy Trinity eral local organizations, including February 12, at 2 p.m. Private inter- Mrs. Bremer had been a secretary Calif. and Coletta Milan of Westfield; the Cranford Service League, the ment took place at Fairview Cem- at Torcon, Inc. in Westfield from a son, James F. Bremer of Westfield, Ann Theresa Damiecki Berodyn, band, Anthony J. Berodyn, in 1972. Cranford Dramatic Club and the etery in Westfield. 1972 until retiring in 1987. and four grandchildren. 83, of Haddonfield died on Thurs- Surviving are two daughters, Mary Bonnie Brae Home for Boys. During Arrangements were under the di- She was a member of the Women’s A Mass of Christian Burial took day, January 18, at Cooper Hospital Ellen Desmond of Philadelphia and World War II, she was a Gray Lady at rection of the Gray Funeral Home, Club of Westfield and a communi- place on Monday, February 5, at St. in Camden. Veronica Dorry of Baltimore; a son, Camp Kilmer. 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. cant of St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Helen’s Church. Interment was at Born on September 30, 1917 and Arthur Berodyn of Ocean Township, She was a member of The Presby- Memorial contributions may be Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. raised in Wilmington, Del., she had lived and a sister, Stella Wallace of terian Church in Westfield. made to the Cancer Institute of New Ruth Isler Arrangements were under the di- in Westfield for more than 25 years. She Farmington, N.Y. Mrs. Mason was a graduate of Jersey, 195 Little Albany Street, New Ruth Best Isler of Westfield died rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, later lived in Toms River for 10 years and A Funeral Mass was offered on Abbott Academy in Andover, Mass. Brunswick, 08901. on Wednesday, January 31, in 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. in Point Lookout, N.Y. before relocating Wednesday, January 24, at the Holy She was predeceased by her hus- February 8, 2001 Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- February 8, 2001 to Haddonfield in 1992. Trinity Roman Catholic Church in ter in Plainfield. Mrs. Berodyn was a member of the Westfield. Interment took place at Born in Newark, she had lived in Mary Dallas, 83 Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Thelma R. Villa, 80, Had Been Organist Union, Elizabeth and Clark before Mary Dallas, 83, of Rahway died in Westfield and was a member of the Arrangements were under the di- relocating to Westfield five years ago. on Sunday, January 28, in Rahway Republican Club in Toms River. rection of the Kain Funeral Home in At Willow Grove Presbyterian Church Mrs. Isler had been an assembler Hospital. While living in Point Lookout, she Haddonfield. with the Western Electric Company Born in West Point, Va., she had had been the chef for the Rectory of Memorial contributions may be Thelma R. Villa, 80, of Westfield Surviving are a son, Guy Villa, in Newark for 25 years before retir- lived in Westfield before relocating the Miraculous Medal parish. made to the American Cancer Soci- died on Friday, February 2, in the 3rd, four daughters, Carol Villa, ing 18 years ago. to Rahway 50 years ago. She was also a member of Christ ety, 410 White Horse Pike, P.O. Box Westfield Center, Genesis ElderCare Sherry Villa, Wendy Barone and Lori She was predeceased by two hus- Mrs. Dallas was a member of the the King Roman Catholic Church in 159, Haddon Heights, 08035, or to Network in Westfield. Foreman; seven grandchildren and bands, Jack Rockaway and Jerome Usher Board of the Bethel Baptist Haddonfield. the Interfaith Caregivers, P.O. Box Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in two great-grandchildren. Isler, and by a brother, Nathan Best. Church in Westfield. She was predeceased by her hus- 186, Haddonfield, 08033. Garwood, Cranford, Scotch Plains Services were held on Sunday, Surviving is another brother, Ber- Surviving are a son, John Wesley February 8, 2001 and Florida before moving to February 4, at the Dooley Funeral nard Best. Dallas; a daughter, Gloria Robinson; Westfield in 1987. Home, 218 North Avenue, West, in Graveside services were held on six grandchildren; nine great-grand- Donald J. Barry, 72, AT&T Retiree; Mrs. Villa was the organist at the Cranford. Interment was private. Friday, February 2, in the King children and a great-great grandchild. Willow Grove Presbyterian Church Memorial donations may be made Solomon Cemetery in Clifton. Funeral services were held on Coast Guard Veteran of World War II in Scotch Plains during the 1950s to the Willow Grove Jubilee Fund, Arrangements were under the di- Thursday, February 1, in the Bethel Donald J. Barry, 72, of Brick died He was a member of the Civil Air and 1960s. 1961 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, rection of the Menorah Chapels at Baptist Church. Interment took place She was predeceased by her hus- 07076. Millburn in Union. at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. on Monday, January 29, at home. Patrol of northern Vermont and a February 8, 2001 Born in Newark, he had lived in sailing and flying instructor in Nan- band, Guy Villa, in 1993. February 8, 2001 Arrangements were under the di- Westfield, Newport, Vt., North tucket, Mass. rection of the Jones Funeral Home in Joseph Yancey, 61 Rahway. Adams, Mass. and Rockaway Town- Surviving are his wife of 43 years, Jean Faulks, 77, Humane Society Member; February 8, 2001 ship before moving to Brick in 1986. Kathleen Mooney Barry; a son, Joseph Yancey, 61, of New York Mr. Barry joined AT&T in Basking Collin Barry; two daughters, Lisa Graduated Magna Cum Laude From Kean died on Thursday, February 1, at Leon Schanker, 85 Ridge in 1978 and had been em- Bakker and Marcia Monroe, and nine Calvary Hospital in the Bronx. Jean A. Mulcahy Faulks, 77, of 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in Born in Plainfield, he had lived Leon Schanker, 85, of Westfield ployed in the corporate accounting grandchildren. Westfield died on Monday, January English and library science. died on Wednesday, January 24, in department before retiring in 1989. A memorial service was held on there before relocating to New York 29, in Muhlenberg Regional Medi- Mrs. Faulks was a member of the 38 years ago. Union Hospital. He later was a part-time worker at Thursday, February 1, at the Brick cal Center in Plainfield. National Humane Society. Born in Elizabeth, he had lived in the New Jersey State Department of Presbyterian Church in Brick. Mr. Yancey worked for the United Born in Elizabeth, she moved to Surviving are her husband, Tho- States Postal Service for 30 years as East Brunswick before relocating to Unemployment. Arrangements were under the di- Westfield 35 years ago. mas E. Faulks; a daughter, Karen J. Westfield a year ago. He had earlier worked in broad- rection of the Silverton Memorial a supervisor in the Main Office on Mrs. Faulks had been an adminis- Faulks of Westfield, and a brother, 34th Street in Manhattan. Mr. Schanker had been a manager casting in northern Vermont, west- Funeral Home in Toms River. trative assistant for the Anchor Cor- Edward Mulcahy of Scotch Plains. with Ben Kosberg Paint Company in ern Massachusetts and Morristown. Memorial donations may be made Surviving are his wife, Miriam poration in Elizabeth for many years Services were held on Friday, Feb- Yancey; a stepson, Joel Thomas of Elizabeth before retiring. Mr. Barry served in the United States to the Alzheimer’s Association, 12 before retiring. ruary 2, in the Higgins and Bonner He was a member of the Cranford- Coast Guard during World War II and Roszel Road, Suite C201, Princeton, Las Vegas, Nev.; two daughters, Lisa She graduated magna cum laude Echo Lake Funeral Home in Marie Yancey of New York and Jen- Linden Lodge Knights of Pythias. was a member of American Legion 08540. from Kean University in Union in Westfield. He was predeceased by his wife, Post No. 21 in Newport, Vt. February 8, 2001 nifer Kay Yancey of Fort Meade, February 8, 2001 Md.; three sisters, Clara Page of Rita Schanker. Piscataway and Susie Fields and Surviving are three daughters, Mary Briddle, both of Plainfield; Bette Degenflardt, Marilyn Lococo three brothers, John Yancey of and Ronni Rosenberg; two sons, Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Plainfield, Charles Yancey of Eugene Schanker and Hal Roth, and Piscataway and Walter Yancey of 16 grandchildren. Caring & Courteous Service to the Westfield, and four grandchildren. Services were held on Friday, Janu- Funeral services were held on ary 26, in the Bernheim-Apter- Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Monday, February 5, at the Judkins Goldsticker Suburban Funeral Colonial Home in Plainfield. Chapel in Maplewood. February 8, 2001 The memorial period will be ob- served at the Degenflardt residence. Elizabeth Crookall, 86 February 8, 2001 Westfield Elizabeth Crookall, 86, of Apollo John R. Griffin, 89 556 Westfield Beach, Fla., died on Wednesday, John Robert Griffin, 89, of Fanwood January 24, in Brandon Regional died on Wednesday, January 31, at Avenue Hospital in Brandon, Fla. Overlook Hospital in Summit. 233-0255 Born in Harrison, she had lived in Born in Johnson, S.C., he moved John L. Dooley Kearny and Westfield before moving to Fanwood many years ago. to Florida 20 years ago. Mr. Griffin had been a crane op- Manager Mrs. Crookall had been a clerk erator with Volco Brass and Copper with Prudential in Newark before in Kenilworth for 35 years before retiring many years ago. retiring in 1977. She was a member of the American He was a deacon, usher and Trustee Red Cross in Kearny and Past Presi- at the Rose of Sharon Community dent of the Roosevelt School Parent- Baptist Church in Plainfield. Teacher Association in Kearny. Surviving are his wife, Susie Grif- Cranford She also was a member of the fin, and a sister, Alene Carr of Buf- 218 North Avenue Women’s Club of Arlington and an falo, N.Y. 276-0255 elder in the First Presbyterian Church Services were held on Monday, of Arlington in Kearny. February 5, in the Rose of Sharon Charles V. Dooley Surviving are her husband, Henry Church. Interment took place at Manager R. Crookall; two daughters, Jan Clark Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. and Susan Crookall, and two grand- Arrangements were handled by children. the Plinton Curry Funeral Home in Services were to be arranged. Westfield. February 8, 2001 February 8, 2001 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 11 Bertram Schwartz to Recall People of All Faiths Are Seeking China During World War II Ways to Give Back to Community By RABBI CHARLES KROLOFF WESTFIELD — “China During ner and flew over 50 missions in B- not fully fathom, our world is imper- World War II” will be Bertram 25s with the 14th Air Force in the Something very interesting is hap- fect. I believe that God expects us to Schwartz’s topic in a slide and lec- China-Burma-India Theater during pening in Westfield and in cities and be partners with the Divine in repair- ture presentation to the Westfield World War II. towns across America. Religion is ing or improving the world. Historical Society on Friday, Febru- He earned the Distinguished Fly- in! Religion is cool! That means that we must figure out ary 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the Commu- ing Cross, the Air Medal and four It doesn’t matter whether you are how to raise the level of education for nity Room of the Westfield Munici- battle stars, plus many other com- Jewish, Protestant, Catholic, Muslim all sectors of society. That means we pal Building, located at 425 East mendations, including the Kang Chan or Buddhist. It doesn’t matter whether must eradicate all traces of racism, Broad Street. Sheng-Li Chi-Nien Chang from the you are young or old, male or female, anti-Semitism and anti-feminism and Mr. Schwartz will discuss how little Republic of China. black, brown or white, rich, poor or eliminate stereotyping and prejudice is known by the general public about Mr. Schwartz, who spent 43 years in middle class, conservative or liberal. from ourselves and from our commu- the China-Burma-India Theater of solid state science and technology with There is — and has been for some nities. That means we must reach out Operations during World War II. Sylvania Electric, Hughes Aircraft and years — a resurgence of interest and to the aged and the infirm and to do so He will explain how important it Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, will participation in religious life. as messengers of God. was to keep China in the war, the also tell how in 1978 his scientific Membership in churches and syna- Your synagogue, church or mosque actions required to accomplish this background led to an invitation from gogues is generally up. Attendance offers creative, effective ways to be task and the early involvement of the People’s Republic of China to re- REDEEMER LEADERS…Officers of the Redeemer Lutheran Church and at religious services and educational God’s partner, to be part of a caring General Chenault’s Flying Tigers, as turn as a visiting scientist to lecture on School in Westfield were recently installed for the year ahead. They are, programs has escalated. And most community, and to leave this place a well as the many difficulties partici- semiconductor chemistry. pictured left to right: Doug Kelly, Assistant Treasurer; Mary Burke, Secretary; dramatic of all, people are asking little better than we found it. Perhaps pants encountered. The program is free and open to Sonja Burkett, President; Mike Kzirian, Vice President, all of Westfield, and questions they have never asked be- this is one reason why religion is Vic Dankis of Warren, Treasurer. For information about programs or the fore. Here are some of the queries touching so many lives today. Mr. Schwartz served as a Techni- the public. Light refreshments will worship schedule, please call (908) 232-1517. cal Sergeant, Radio Operator/Gun- be served afterward. which I hear most often: May God bless the good works of For what purpose have I been your hands and hearts. placed on earth? * * * * * Miller-Cory to Showcase Scotch Plains Baptist Church What is the meaning of my life? Rabbi Kroloff has been the spiritual Is there an Ultimate Power beyond leader of Temple Emanu-El since myself and, if so, what difference 1966. He is the author of “When Valentine’s Day Traditions Plans ‘Spiritual Adventure’ does that Power make? Elijah Knocks: A Religious Response Is there more to life than what I am to Homelessness” (Behrman House WESTFIELD – St. Valentine’s Day als are available in the museum’s gift shop. SCOTCH PLAINS – Members of services on Sundays at 11 a.m. The sensing and what is that “more”? will be celebrated at the Miller-Cory the Scotch Plains Baptist Church are Scotch Plains Baptist Church is lo- Publishers) and “54 Ways You Can Admission to the museum and its What happens to us after death? Help the Homeless” (Macmillan). He House Museum in Westfield this Sun- grounds is $2 for adults and 50 cents for planning to undertake a 50-day cated at 333 Park Avenue. For more What are my responsibilities to my day, February 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. The students. Children under age 6 are ad- “Spiritual Adventure,” entitled “See- information, please call (908) 322- is currently the President of the Cen- fellow human beings and to society? tral Conference of American Rabbis. last tour of the historic farmhouse, lo- mitted free. ing the Unseen Christ: How His Pres- 5487. Can I make a difference in the cated at 614 Mountain Avenue, will On Sunday, February 25, the mu- ence Transforms Life,” from Sun- begin at 3:30 p.m. seum will feature “The Indian Medi- Ketubah Unit Plans world? day, February 25, through Easter Among Jews, which is the com- Evelyn Kennelly of Westfield will cine Man.” Sunday, April 15. demonstrate how early Americans made For information about the museum, February 25 Dinner munity I know best, I am witnessing valentines using techniques of the pe- weekday guided tours, Showcase pro- Participants will work daily AREA – The B’nai B’rith Ketubah growing numbers who want to give riod. A variety of prepared valentines grams and a schedule of upcoming events, through Adventure journals, study- Married Couples Unit (40+) will meet something back to the society that will be on display for visitors to view. as well as opportunities for becoming a ing Scriptures and applying lessons for dinner at La Fonda Restaurant, has been good to them. The custom of exchanging valen- Miller-Cory volunteer, please call the through “action steps.” located at 120 Raritan Road (Route There appears to be a similar phe- tines was brought to America by the museum office at (908) 232-1776. During the upcoming program, 27) in Highland Park on Sunday, nomenon among other religious English settlers, although the occasion participants will examine eight ways February 25, at 5 p.m. groups: more men, women and chil- was not widely celebrated during the Gardenaires Plan in which people’s lives can be trans- The cost of the dinner is each dren who know that they have been 1700s. Lace papers and hearts produced Mystery Program formed by accepting Jesus Christ. individual’s share of the bill. Ketubah blessed and recognize that, in order in England and Germany often were Weekly sermons will be presented Unit is open to Jewish couples who to be fully human, they need to give assembled by hand and sold in America SCOTCH PLAINS – The monthly on these themes. Adults, teenagers during the 1800s. meeting of the Gardenaires, on Wednes- are age 40 and older. Non-members as much as they receive. and children will all have an oppor- are invited to join the group for the In Hebrew, we have an expression Volunteers dressed in authentic pe- day, February 28, at noon, will feature tunity to participate in Spiritual Ad- riod clothing will provide tours of the a mystery program. A clue is “Think dinner and to attend other events. known as tikun olam. It means to farmhouse and regale visitors with sto- Spring.” venture activities. To respond or for more informa- “repair the world.” Tikun olam ries of the past. The event will take place at the Scotch Anyone interested in becoming a tion about the group, please call teaches us that we are partners with A variety of Colonial reproductions, Hills Country Club on Jerusalem Road part of the eight-week program is Elaine at (908) 232-0062 by Friday, God in the on-going work of cre- crafts, cookbooks and educational materi- in Scotch Plains. invited to visit the weekly worship February 23. ation. For good reasons that we may Rabbi Charles Kroloff Welcomes Back to Westfield

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Mon-Fri:8:30am to 10:00pm Saturday: 8:30am to 6:00pm Morristown Memorial Hospital • Overlook Hospital, Summit • Mountainside Hospital, Montclair/Glen Ridge • The General Hospital Center at Passaic • Affiliates: Newton Memorial Hospital • Bayonne Hospital Sunday: 9:00am to 4:00pm CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 13 Check it out on the Web! Sports Section - Pages 13-17 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS FRANCAVILLA GETS 2ND; LEE, DECAMPO, LEO, MACKAY, REYES TAKE 5TH Raider Cousar Wins Second U. C Crown; Raiders Take 7th, Blue Devils Place 12th

By DAVID B. CORBIN that he is capable. His timing is had several battles on his journey to of Elizabeth in 4:53. Next, he rocked Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times perfect. He had a great tournament. I fifth at 125-lbs. In his first bout, Rahway’s Sean Horton to sleep in Raider senior Gary Cousar success- couldn’t be happier with him.” Leonardis was nearly pinned by 4:03 with a cradle then was edged, 3- fully defended his 189-lb. title at the Raider junior Lucas Francavilla, Cranford’s Chris Peneherrara in the 2, by Highlander Mike Fullowan. Union County wrestling tournament who placed second last year at 125, first period when he fell victim to a The remainder of the road was simple Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times held at Union High School on Febru- advanced to the 135-lb. finals be- Cement Mixer maneuver but he as he was awarded fifth via forfeit. A BUTTERFLY IN THE WAVES...Blue Devil Matt Vidovich glides through the ary 3. Once again, Roselle Park cap- fore dropping a 10-3 decision to fought back with two reversals, a In a few of the bouts, Leonardis water with his butterfly stroke. The Westfield boys won their 44th Union County tured the team title, totaling 236 points. highly-advanced freshman Charles swimming title in 45 tries. Scotch Plains-Fanwood, wrestling Mueller of Union. Seeded second, without the services of undefeated Francavilla defeated GL High- COPPA CAPTURES 200 & 500 FREE 215-pounder Matt Loomis, finished lander Eric Serrano, 6-1, then re- seventh with 94, Governor Livingston corded two takedowns and two placed ninth with 80 and Westfield, nearfalls before crushing Lou wrestling without 130-lb. Ethan Panetta of Roselle Park with a tight Blue Devil Boys Seize Powell, came in 12th with 60 points. waist and an arm bar in 5:17. Cousar wrestled like a man pos- Raider Charles Lee grabbed fifth sessed. Seeded first, after drawing a place in the 130-lb. class but hit a first-round bye, he pinned his way little road block early on. Wrestling U.C. Swimming Title through the tournament. First, he against Corey Walker of Linden, Lee Two years ago, the Scotch Plains- Coppa glided to victory in the 500 pinned Roselle Catholic’s Dan Pena was disqualified for inflicting an il- Fanwood High School boys broke with a time of 5:06.71, beating in 1:31 using a side-arm bar with a legal body slam. In the consolations, Westfield’s streak of 42-straight Raider Eric Swenson who finished tight waist combination. In the semi- he won his first bout by decision, Union County swimming titles – the second at 5:13.21. finals, he squashed Nick Jahn of A. L. then followed with a 13-3 majority longest in the nation of any high Blue Devil Ryan Bartholomew at Johnson in :55 using a leg scissors and decision over Cranford’s Anthony school sport. But on February 2 at :23.04 touched first in the 50 freestyle a half nelson. Then in the finals, Cousar Donofrio. After losing by decision to Dunn Center in Elizabeth, the Blue ahead of Raider Chris Smith at :23.42. practiced a takedown clinic before Rahway’s Gene Ronkiewicz, Lee Devils easily won their second- Blue Devil Sean Baran placed fifth at flattening Dave Peist of Cranford with received a forfeit to take fifth. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times an under-half nelson in 5:12. The Blue Devils did come up with ON HIS WAY TO A 2ND UC TITLE...Raider Gary Cousar, top, controls straight title by out-pointing second- :23.88. Cranford’s Dave Peist en route to his second Union County title. place Summit, 312-231. The Raiders The Raider foursome of Eric Earlier in the week, during a dual four fifth-place finishes and got an placed third at 211. Swenson, Ryan Hauptman, Steve meet against Union, Cousar was especially fine performance from 112- takedown and a two-point nearfall to found himself operating from a defi- Blue Devil sophomore Zach Swenson and Smith won the 400 caught in a quick pin. lb. sophomore Joe DeCampo. tie the bout at 8-8, forcing overtime. cit and explained, “Maybe I was off Coppa won two individual titles in freestyle relay with a time of 3:30.45 “I was on a mission. I wanted to DeCampo defeated Nick Dowling of Using an effective duck under, balance, but I just told myself that I freestyle events. First, he left Raider followed by the Blue Devils at keep the title and I had some rage New Providence, 6-2, then lost by Leonardis took Peneherrara to the had to get going and wrestle a full six Steve Swenson in his wake in the 3:31.56. Governor Livingston (GL) about my match with Stein,” ex- decision to tournament champion mat to claim the victory. minutes.” 200, taking first with a time of placed sixth at 3:50.52. Raiders plained Cousar. “I’m better than that.” Amin Queen of Elizabeth. In the In the quarterfinals, Leonardis was Blue Devil senior Justin Reyes 1:52.73. Swenson was second at Hauptman, Steve and Eric Swenson “He was a man on a mission,” wrestle backs, DeCampo received a tripped up by eventual champion earned fifth by pinning Linden’s 1:56.64 and Blue Devil Devin and Smith teamed to win the 200 pointed out Raider Head Coach Dave bye, then beat Marc Yospin of Brearley, Altay Vigilante of Brearley, but Corry Gary with a headlock in 3:36. Power took fifth at 2:00.24. Then CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Bello. “He’s now wrestling the way 9-4, making good use of a Guillotine quickly recovered to pin Neil Ezzell CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 maneuver. After dropping a 5-0 decision to Nick Zangari of Roselle Park, DESERIO PUMPS IN 15, DEVILS WIN 3RD-STRAIGHT DeCampo clamped Highlander Tim Vanderveer with a cradle in 4:06. With reference to his bout with Yospin, DeCampo said, “I work on Blue Devils Come From Behind, the Guillotine in practice and have some tough partners working with me which helps me with tough wres- tlers like him.” After placing fifth, DeCampo com- Defeat Ridge Hoopmen, 52-42 mented, “I felt that I wrestled well Highlighting the game for the Blue been junior Jay Cook’s having been throughout the tournament even against By STEVEN KRAKAUER Amin Queen. That helped my confi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devils was junior big-man Dan banned for two games due to un- DeSerio, who led his team in three sportsmanlike conduct. dence. I started finishing my shots.” To start the season 3-10 looks pretty “He had a great tournament. He poor in most people’s book. But when categories. He dropped 15 points, The Blue Devils, like many other that same team wins three games in stole four balls and came through times this season, played catch up wrestled well against Queen and with two big blocks. Additionally, ball most of the game and were down gained confidence. You could see his a row, things begin to look up. That’s improvement just over the course of DeSerio crashed the boards well, by just one point in each of the first David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times exactly the situation with the two days,” pointed out Blue Devil Westfield Blue Devils boys basket- finishing with 10 rebounds. three quarters. But when the final HAVING A FINE TOURNAMENT...Blue Devil 112-pounder Joe DeCampo, Westfield started a peculiar line- buzzer sounded, the story was differ- Head Coach Glen Kurz. top, controls New Providence Pioneer Nick Dowling and eventually places fifth ball team. On January 31, at Westfield Blue Devil junior John Leonardis High School, the Devils defeated up, with usual bench stars Adam ent. in the UC tournament. Ridge, 52-42, upping their record to Turner and Louie Mercer in the game Ridge junior Jeff Burns recorded 6-10. at the tip-off. One reason may have the first two points of the game and would prove to be a major offensive factor during the entire game. Burns fired in 20 points and scored all 12 of the Red Devils’ points in the third quarter. Red Devil Jon Morra, who scored two points, proved to be influ- ential under the boards as he grabbed 10 rebounds. The Blue Devils were thieves in the first quarter, robbing Ridge four times in the first four minutes. Un- fortunately, their turnovers were not converted as they managed only to put nine points on the board in the first while the Red Devils sank 10. The Blue Devils spread the scoring wealth in the second half. Juniors Mercer scored eight of his 12 and Co-Captain Jimmy McKeon netted five of his seven in the second half. Also in the half, junior Adam Turner scored all eight of his points. Steven Krakauer for The Leader and The Times Steven Krakauer for The Leader and The Times Blue Devil Jim McKeon Blue Devil Adam Turner Defensive thievery also played a CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 PENNELLA NETS 16, LAFORGE GRABS 8 REBOUNDS Cougars Creep Back to Claw Lady Raider Cagers, 48-42

By DAVID B. CORBIN Raiders a 10-4 lead. Next, fine inside a little paleness set in after the Cou- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times passing to Gillooly, who netted six gars scored 10 of the next 12 points, Complexions can change drasti- points in the quarter, gave the Raid- concluded by back-to-back three- cally in a game. Things were looking ers an 18-10 lead, although pointers from O’Donnell and Mel- rosy for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood O’Donnell managed to hit two of her issa Montalvo. High School girls basketball team at three-pointers. Then, in the second half, Cougar the end on the first quarter against The Raiders increased their lead to Head Coach Brian Chapman reorga- Cranford; however, faces turned 24-12 early in the second quarter, but CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 white as the Cougars crept back to win, 48-42, in Scotch Plains on Feb- ruary 1. First the Cougars nailed a barrage of three-pointers in the second quarter to narrow their deficit, then they successfully cut off the Raiders’ offensive scheme in the second half. “They were effective with their three-point shooting so we started playing them man-to-man,” said Raider Head Coach Brian Homm. “We did not play the way we should have played. They out-hustled us and out-played us. They deserved to beat us today.” Raider sophomore Lindsay Pennella and junior Erin Gillooloy were effective offensively with 16 and 12 points, respectively, and junior Kellie LaForge led in rebounds with eight. However, Cougar Lauren O’Donnell fired in 16 points – with four three-pointers – and Gillian Murray sank 13. The Raiders were in control in the first quarter and Pennella was blaz- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing. Within less than four minutes, MAKING SURE OF CONTROL...Raider Kellie LaForge makes sure that a she scored eight points to give the Cougar won’t steal her rebound. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Blue Devil Boys Seize U. C, Swimming Title CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 medley relay at 1:43.28 followed by Bartholomew was sixth at :59.68. the Blue Devils at 1:43.28. GL took TOP 10 TEAMS: fourth with a time of 1:54.24. 1. Westfield (W) 312, 2. Summit Westfield placed second in the 200 (S) 231, 3. Scotch Plains-Fanwood freestyle relay with a time of 1:35.51 (SPF) 211, 4. Plainfield (P) 79, 5. and the Raiders took fifth at 1:42.61. Oratory Prep (O) 76, 6. Governor Blue Devil Cliff Haldeman touched Livingston GL) 73, 7. Union (U) 69, second in the 100 freestyle at :51.45 8. New Providence (NP) 66, 9. Day- followed by Raider Smith at :51.46. ton (D) 51, 10. Cranford (C) 45. Devil Baran touched sixth at :53.91. INDIVIDUALS: Haldeman also touched third in the 200 medley relay - SPF (Ryan Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times 200 individual medley at 2:06.18 Hauptman, Steve Swenson, Eric BEGINNING THE RACE...Blue Devil Sam Gurdys, left, gets a good takeoff to followed by Eric Swenson at 2:08.86, Swenson, Chris Smith), 1:43.28 begin his race. 200 free - S (Spencer Matthews, Blue Devils John Chiesa at 2:11.9 Ryan Clark, Brandon Shea, Nick and Sam Gurdus at 2:14.9. Nagel), 1:33.37 BERKOWITZ SETS TWO RECORDS Steve Swenson finished second in 200 IM - Nagel (S), 1:59.47 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the 100 breaststroke at 1:02.52 fol- 50 free - Bartholomew (W), :23.04 MAKING A PASS TO NAJWA...Raider Lindsay Pennella, No. 33, makes a pass lowed by Blue Devils Matt Vidovich 100 fly - Jim Lawlor (NP), :55.65 to teammate Najwa Glover in the game against the Cougars. at 1:05.99, J.J. Sobala at 1:06.1 and 100 free - Lawlor (NP), :51.16 Devils Get 9th-Straight Colby Fagin at 1:08.01. Blue Devil 500 free - Coppa (W), 5:06.71 Vincent Shen touched third in the 200 free relay - Coppa (W), 100 butterfly with a time of :56.94, 1:52.73 Cougars Creep Back to Claw followed by Hauptman at :57.34, 100 back - Andrew O’Neill (O), UC Girls Swim Title :54.49 Sobala at :57.6 and Blue Devil Rob 100 breast - Nagel (S), :59.45 Lady Raider Cagers, 48-42 The 13th-ranked Westfield High A strong showing in the 500-yard Freundlich at :57.66. Shen also placed 400 free relay - SPF (Eric School girls swimming team was put freestyle turned the tide in favor of third in the 100 backstroke at :56.88. Swenson, Hauptman, Steve CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Hauptman was fifth at :59.31 and to the test by a strong group from the Blue Devils when Schwebel at Swenson, Smith), 3:30.45. nized his defensive scheme and it the final two minutes. Scotch Plains-Fanwood but prevailed 5:38.36, Chrissy Romano at 5:38.54 worked like a charm. The Raiders “They were effective defensively,” to capture its ninth-straight Union and Kolterjahn at 5:38.6 placed re- began to tire and their inside moves said Homm. “And we kind of ran out County title in Elizabeth on Febru- spectively second, third and fourth. were cut off. Murray penetrated in- of gas. We weren’t as quick as we ary 3. The Blue Devils totaled 250 G. L. Highlander Tara Finley placed side for four points and O’Donnell were in the first half. Lindsay was points to the Raiders’ 229. fifth at 5:40.42 and Raider Cameron sank five, including another three- hot in the first half and didn’t hit too However, it was Raider senior Dana took sixth at 5:40.89. pointer to give the Cougars a 13-6 many shots in the second half. We Berkowitz who grabbed the spot- Blue Devil Jenny Fowler placed edge and a 35-32 lead entering the got tired and that’s what happens light by breaking two Union County second in the 50 freestyle with a time fourth quarter. when you get tired.” meet records. First, she touched first of :26.04 closely followed by Raider Adding to the paleness, despite LaForge finished with six points, in the 200 individual medley (IM) Bassman at :26.05. G. L.’s Sandy many opportunities, was the Raid- Najwa Glover scored four points and with a time of 2:10.81, breaking the Zaeh placed fifth at 26.4. Fowler also ers’ inability to score in the final seized four steals and Katie Blom record of 2:11.26 set in 1981 by touched second in the 100 freestyle quarter. Outside shots were off the had two steals and two points. Betsey Leibers of Governor at :56.95 followed by Raider Sheffield mark and, despite getting the re- Gillooly and Pennella had four and Livingston. Her second record came at :57.96 and Zaeh at :58.07. bounds, the layups were also two rebounds, respectively, and in the breaststroke when she touched Blue Devil Kolterjahn also touched missed. Meanwhile, three “hail Meagan Reddington scored two first in 1:07.79, topping Blue Devil second in the 200 freestyle with a Mary” tosses down court by Cou- points for the Raiders who slipped to Brooke Smith’s record of 1:08.32 set time of 2:07.14 followed by Raider gar Katie Sands were converted to 10-8. Cranford improved to 9-8. in 1998. Cameron at 2:07.62, Devil Schwebel layups. Although too little too late, Cranford 10 12 13 13 48 Berkowitz also teamed with Jenna at 2:08.47 and G. L.’s Finley at 2:10.56. Pennella hit two three-pointers in Sc Plns-Fanwood 18 8 6 10 42 Bezrutczyk, Jen Bassman and Julia Blue Devil Romano finished third in Sheffield to take first in the 200-yard the 200 IM at 2:25.56, Jen Pflug of G. medley relay with a time of 1:57.75 L. took fifth at 2:27.92 and Blue Devil Raiders Get 2nd, Devils 10th and Bassman, Morgan Larkin and Vantosky followed at 2:28.14. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Pam Cameron to win the 200-yard Raider Bassman easily claimed WINTER CLASSIC BOWLING CHAMPIONS...The Westfield High School freestyle relay with a time of 1:45.25. first in the 100 butterfly with a time bowling team beat out 53 of the top teams in the state to win the prestigious Winter Westfield took second in the 200 of 1:03.08 followed by Jen Hand of Classic Tournament held at Carolier Lanes in South Brunswick on January 27. At U. C. Boys Track Meet freestyle relay at 1:48.14 and sixth in Union Catholic at 1:06.37, Raider Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Scott Villa, Matt Rothstein, Willy Masket, Plainfield High School boys track 7.2, took second in the 60-yard dash the 200 medley relay at 2:05.34. Larkin at 1:06.6, Emily Birkitt of G. Andrew Royston and David Louie; back row, Ryan Mench, Head Coach Mike at 6.5 and cleared 6’0” to take third Tirone, David Palma, Steve Jacobsen, Brian Sanders and Greg Ralph. and field team had too many guns for Governor Livingston took third in L. at 1:06.94 and Blue Devil Vantosky the Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys at in the high jump. Stephens’ time in the 200 medley at 2:00.53 and Union at 1:07.07. Larkin placed fourth in the Union County boys track and the 60 hurdles, tied former Scotch Catholic placed fifth at 2:05.13. the 100 backstroke with a time of Lion Hoopmen Slash Tiger Hoopmen Top field championships at Dunn Center Plains-Fanwood star Tony Davis, who The Blue Devil foursome of 1:05.65 followed by G. L.’s Karen in Elizabeth on January 31. The Car- set the record in 1982. Stephanie Kolterjahn, Suzanna Fowler, Bocian at 1:06.11 and U. C. Viking Highlanders, 50-41 Raider Boys, 62-53 dinals and the Raiders both won two Raider senior Mike Dixon, with a Alexa Vantosky and Jenna Fowler won Bridget Koza at 1:08.1. Pflug of G. The 14-1 Roselle Catholic High events but the Cardinals won the strong front 440, out-legged the 400-yard freestyle relay with a L. touched third in the 100 breast- School boys basketball team had to The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High title, totaling 63 team points and the Elizabeth’s Jason Rodriguez to cap- time of 3:55.77, just edging the G. L. stroke at 112.76. come alive in the fourth quarter to School boys basketball team put a scare Raiders placed second with 45. ture first in the 880 yards with a time Highlander foursome, who finished in TOP 10 TEAMS: secure a 50-41 victory over the Gover- in Linden with a strong third quarter Westfield placed 10th with eight of 2:09.5. Dixon also placed second 3:55.97. The Raiders placed fourth in 1. Westfield (W) 250, 2. Scotch nor Livingston boys in Berkeley surge but the Tigers sprinted in the points. in the one mile with a time of 4:46.8 the event at 3:59.99. Plains-Fanwood (SPF) 229, 3. Gov- Heights on January 30. Highlander fourth to defeat the Raiders, 62-53, in In December, the Raiders and behind winner Brian Styler of ernor Livingston (GL) 160, 4. Sum- Jason Gionta sank 14 points. Scotch Plains on January 30. Raider Elizabeth tied for first in the Union Cranford who crossed in 4:42.9. Keith public notice mit (S) 149, 5. Cranford (C) 98, 6. The Highlanders jumped to a 24-18 senior center Andrew Feeley led all County relays and Plainfield placed Savadel of Governor Livingston came New Providence (NP) 91, 7. scoring with 19 points. Greg Parker SHERIFF’S SALE halftime lead but the Lions crept back second just one point behind. This in sixth in the mile run with a time of Johnson (J) 82, 8. Oak Knoll (O) 70, scored 17 for the Tigers. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, in the third quarter to take a two-point 5:01. 9. Union Catholic (UC) 67, 10. Kent Down 35-26, the Raiders went on a time, the Cardinals were led by Chris CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, lead then blew it apart in the fourth. Stephens, who tied a meet record in Raider Bob Wallden continued to DOCKET NO. F-11532-99 Place (K) 58. Andrew Whitney scored 12 points, 15-8 tear in the third quarter to close to CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- the 60-yard hurdles with a time of dominate the county distant events FIRST PLACE: Doug Caruso hit for seven and John within two but the Tigers controlled the as he crossed first in the two mile TIFF vs. JOHN SILVA AND ANGELA 200 medley relay - SPF (Bezrutczyk, boards in the fourth. Senior Kerwyn SILVA, H/W, DEFENDANT. Tully added three. PUBLIC NOTICE with a time of 10:23.8 followed by CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Berkowitz, Bassman, Sheffield), Paynter netted 15 points, Mike Brennan 1:57.75 Roselle Catholic 10 8 17 15 50 sank eight, Steve Williams put in seven Cranford Cougar Styler at 10:41.2. DATED NOVEMBER 02, 2000 FOR SALE Gov. Livingston 14 10 10 7 41 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Westfield Blue Devil senior Matt OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 200 free - Jackie Feinthel (C) 1:59.49 and Kyle Adams and Ray Williams PLANNING BOARD By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- 200 IM - Berkowitz (SPF), 2:10.81 PUBLIC NOTICE both had two for the Raiders. Borchin crossed fourth in the event ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the at 10:52.7 followed by Raider Matt 50 free - Kendra Kennedy (J), :25.89 Planning Board of the Township of Scotch by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- SHERIFF’S SALE Linden (9-8) 18 17 8 19 62 100 fly - Bassman (SPF), 1:03.08 Plains will hold a public hearing on Wednes- Schimming at 10:58.9 and Governor ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Sc Plns-Fanwood 16 10 15 12 53 100 free - Lori Schneider (K), :56.53 day, February 21, 2001, at 8:00 p.m. in Livingston Highlander Matt Sidie at Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 500 free - Feinthel (C), 5:13.88 Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 430 sey on WEDNESDAY THE 21ST DAY OF DOCKET NO. F-10323-00 PUBLIC NOTICE 11:07.6. 200 free relay - SPF (Bassman, Park Avenue, Scotch Plains to hear the Site FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, Raider Derrion Aberdeen cleared TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Plan application of Shackamaxon Golf & afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Larkin, Cameron, Berkowitz), INC., PLAINTIFF vs. JUAN GOMEZ, ET PLANNING BOARD Country Club, 1607 Shackamaxon Drive, 6’2” to take second in the high jump ders must have 20% of their bid available in 1:45.25 AL, DEFENDANT. Block No. 11301, Lot No. 1, which proposes and teammate Mike Franzone took cash or certified check at the conclusion of 100 back - Kennedy (J), :59.06 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the the construction of an approximate 3,163 the sales. DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2000 FOR SALE Planning Board of the Township of Scotch fifth with a height of 5’10”. Aber- 100 breast - Berkowitz (SPF), square foot addition to an existing four-bay The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Plains will hold a public hearing on Wednes- deen at 8.1 and Franzone at 8.3 placed 1:07.79 garage/maintenance building. The following TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND NINE- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- day, February 21, 2001, at 8:00 p.m. in 400 free relay - (W) (Kolterjahn, S. variance is requested with this application: fifth and sixth, respectively, in the 60 HUNDRED TWENTY TWO & 51/100 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 430 ($128,922.51). Fowler, Vantosky, J. Fowler), hurdles. 3:55.77 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Park Avenue, Scotch Plains to hear the Section 23-3.5d(4): The property to be sold is located in the Waiver of Site Plan/Change of Use Applica- In the shot put, Highlander Marc ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 No structure erected in conjunction CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY tion of Deanna and Keith Harper for 1822 Felazzola dented the ground at Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- with a permitted golf course shall be 07114, County of UNION and State of New East Second Street, Block No. 1201, Lot PUBLIC NOTICE sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF located closer than 200 feet to a street 47’5.5” to take third. Westfield placed Jersey. No. 31.01 which proposes to use the pre- MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the or property line of the lot on which the fourth in the one-mile relay with a Commonly known as: 513 LIVINGSTON mises as a child care center. The file per- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS afternoon of said day. All successful bid- use is located. time of 3:50.2 followed by the Raid- STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ders must have 20% of their bid available in taining to this application is in the Office of Tax Lot No. 686.B a/k/a 686 in Block No. cash or certified check at the conclusion of the Planning Board and available for inspec- Proposed: 140.18 feet ers at 3:52.7. 3. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on tion during business hours. the sales. All interested persons may be present Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 MARCH 1, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in the Munici- Barbara Horev TEAM SCORES: The judgment amount is SEVENTY and be heard. The file pertaining to this feet wide by 100.00 feet long. pal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Secretary to the Board 1. Plainfield 63, 2. Scotch Plains- THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY application is in the Office of the Planning Nearest Cross Street: Fifth Street Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon- Township of Scotch Plains Fanwood 45, 3. Elizabeth 37, 4. SEVEN & 55/100 ($70,447.55). Board and available for inspection during Situated at a point on the northerly side- ing Board of Adjustment will hold a public The property to be sold is located in the 1 T – 2/8/01, The Times Fee: $18.87 Cranford 31, 5. Linden 29, 6. Roselle line of Livingston Street distance approxi- hearing to consider the following appeal: regular office hours. City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, Barbara Horev 22, 7. Rahway and Union 16, 9. mately 150.00 feet westerly from its inter- Melinda Salahi for a Temporary Operat- New Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE Governor Livingston 8.5, 10. section with the westerly sideline of Fifth ing Permit to allow the operation of a busi- Secretary to the Board Commonly known as: 638-640 South Park Township of Scotch Plains Westfield 8, 11. Summit 4, 12. Street. ness for computer entry, bookkeeping, etc. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 1 T – 2/8/01, The Times Fee: $29.07 Roselle Catholic 0.5. There is due approximately the sum of at the premises located at 24 Blue Ridge Tax Lot No. 1237 in Block No. 7. PLANNING BOARD ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN THOU- Circle (Block No. 15803, Lot No. 12), Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 Notice is hereby given that on February SAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY & 06/ Scotch Plains. Permission, if granted, is feet wide by 100 feet long. 28, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the Borough Hall of PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 100 ($137,430.06) together with lawful in- pursuant to Section 23-4.3 of the Zoning Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine terest and costs. Ordinance allowing for temporary permis- westerly side of South Park Street 475.00 feet Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood TOWN OF WESTFIELD There is a full legal description on file in sion not to exceed a period of one (1) year. Planning Board will hold a public hearing to from the northwesterly side of Sixth Street. Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was the Union County Sheriff’s Office. All interested persons may be present consider the appeal of Built Well Homes There is due approximately the sum of introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn and be heard. LLC for major and final re-subdivision (80-6) SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND THREE- meeting held February 6, 2001, and that the said Council will further consider the same for this sale. The file pertaining to this application is in and such other relief that the board may HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE & 87/100 final passage on the 20th day of February 2001, at 8:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, RALPH FROEHLICH the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- deem appropriate on the property at 1, 3, 5, ($74,381.87) together with lawful interest Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place SHERIFF ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch 7, 9, 11, 10, 8, 6, 4 Cottage Way, Fanwood, and costs. any person who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Plains, and is available for public inspection New Jersey also known as Block No. 26.01 There is a full legal description on file in said ordinance. Suite 201 during regular office hours. Lots Nos. 1-14 on the Fanwood Tax Map. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Bernard Heeney 7 Century Drive Linda M. 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This ordinance shall take effect after passage and publication as soon as, Free Estimates • Fully Insured PO Box 15626 Wilmington DE 19850 • Member NASD, SIPC and in the manner permitted by law. 1 T – 2/08/01, The Leader Fee: $85.68 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 15 No. 2 St. Joseph’s Sinks Blue Devil Swimmers Competing against the best can more promising is the fact that 21 of help raise the standards of a team. the kids on the team are either fresh- But sometimes a team must endure men or sophomores. some bruising before it can reach the One of that group, sophomore top of the heap. The eighth-ranked Vincent Shen touched first in the Westfield High School boys swim- 100-yard backstroke with a time of ming team played host to second- :59.49 then swam the leadoff leg of ranked St. Joseph’s on January 31 the winning 200-medley relay. Shen, and came up on the small side of a J.J. Sobala, Rob Freundlich and Ryan 96-74 score. Bartholomew won the event in The Blue Devils have a 7-5 record; 1:46.43. Shen also placed third in the however, all of their losses have come 100 butterfly at :57.02. from teams ranked higher – No. 2 St. Sobala touched first in the 100 Joseph’s, No. 3 Holy Spirit, No. 4 breaststroke with a time of 1:07.06 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bridgewater-Raritan, No. 6 Shawnee and Colby Fagin touched second at Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times IN A BATTLE WITH A FARMER...Raider Lucas Francavilla, front, tries to and No. 7 Christian Brothers. Even 1:09.1. Bartholomew took third in WORKING HIS BACKSTROKE...Blue Devil sophomore Vincent Shen works control Union Farmer Charles Mueller in the 135-lb. finals. the 50 freestyle at :24.15. Sopho- on his backstroke prior to the meet with St. Joseph’s. more Zach Coppa won the 200 freestyle with a time of 1:53.2 then placed second in the 100 freestyle at Raider Cousar Wins Second U. C. Crown; :51.65. Cliff Haldeman touched sec- Raider B’ballers Outlast ond in the 200 individual medley with a time of 2:07.11. Westfield Raiders Take 7th, Blue Devils Place 12th also placed second in the 200 freestyle Lady Tigers in Marathon relay at 1:37.82 and placed second A test of endurance and determi- a jumper with five seconds left to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 and third in the 400 freestyle relay nation was won by the Scotch Plains- knot the score. Then, in the next Reyes defeated Dan Zuniga of under half nelson and chin hook. 119: — Dan Appello (RP) md. Will with respective times of 3:45.03 and Fanwood High School girls basket- overtime, Gillooly rolled in a layup Rahway then advanced to the semi- Coughlin’s fortune ran out in the Banks (E), 17-5 3:50.41. ball team over Linden when the Raid- with seven seconds remaining to force finals with a 9-4 decision over Brian finals against Rahway’s Dan Garay, 125: — Vigilante (B) p. Nick Panetta ers outscored the Tigers, 7-1, in the the third overtime. Pennella sank Kennedy of A. L. Johnson. Reyes (RP), 3:01 who is ranked No 1 in the state in one 130: — Stefano Serraceno (B) md. third overtime to win, 66-60, in Lin- four points and Kellie LaForge hit was defeated by top-seeded Barry poll and No. 2 in another. Jim Garrison (RP), 17-3 Middlesex Edges den on January 31. Sophomore Lind- two free throws to secure the win. Stein of Union, who also was the Highlander Mike Fullowan fin- 135: — Mueller (U) d. Francavilla say Pennella netted 27 points and LaForge finished with four points tournament’s Outstanding Wrestler ished fourth at 125 with wins over (SPF), 10-3 Devil Matmen pulled down eight rebounds for the and Najwa Glover put in eight. Ashley in the higher weights, and by Shawn Jason Best of A. L. Johnson and Blue 140: — Bryan Garrison (RP) md. 10-7 Raiders. Scarletta scored 18 points, Quiana Kachnowski of Roselle Park. Devil Leonardis. Raider Derek Rob Mann (U), 10-2 A highly improved Middlesex High The Raiders jumped to a 27-15 Brewington sank 17 and Sharida Blue Devil junior Chris MacKay Francavilla, seeded second at 103, 145: — Verhoeven (C) d. Regenye School wrestling team got a scare lead at the half but watched it all slip Taylor added 11 for the 4-14 tigers. (GL) 10-3 received a forfeit to gain fifth, but he defeated Matt McManus of Westfield, from Westfield – also highly im- away by the final minute of the fourth SP-F 1413 5101257 66 did record victories over Paul Delaney 12-0, and Tom Murray of Cranford, 152: — Jeff Bubnowski (U) d. Dave proved – but held on to win, 36-34, in Racelis (Ra), 11-7 quarter. Junior Erin Gillooly, who Linden 6 9 11 16 12 5 1 60 of A. L. Johnson and hefty Joshwin 4-0, before dropping a 6-2 decision 160: — Greg Donofrio (C) tf. Jesse Westfield on January 29. Dan finished with 25 points, nailed a Clervoix of Plainfield. MacKay was to eventual winner Rob Dent of Campanelli (Ra), 16-1, 4:21 MacDonald (152), Chris Gismondi jumper with seconds remaining in defeated by Chris Tyne of Brearley Roselle Park. Afterwards, Francavilla 171: — Stein (U) p. Akeem Jackson (160) and Justin Reyes (171) all came regulation to send the game into over- Blue Devils Defeat and dropped a tight, 4-2, decision to was pulled from the tournament be- (E), 5:22 up on the winning end of very close time. Joe Giaccobi of Rahway. decisions. In the first overtime, Pennella sank “With big guys like that, I have to WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: Ridge Hoopmen outsmart them,” said MacKay of 103: — Matt McManus (W) won Clervoix. “He was pretty slow and forfeit CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 exposed his legs.” 112: — M.J. Makantis (M) p. Joe Bulldog Boys Bully major role. The Blue Devils out- Highlander Jon Regenye had a fine DeCampo, 5:24 robbed Ridge, 13-7. tournament and placed second in the 119: — Jake Kramer (W) p. Steve Blue Devils, 77-59 “We played good team defense Hompesch, 1:32 and we were able to stop their post 145-lb. class. Regenye was all over 125: — Sal Campanella (M) d. John The seventh-ranked Malcolm X. Union’s Mike Loughney and re- Leonardis, 13-6 Shabazz boys basketball team took game towards the end of the game,” corded a 15-0, technical fall in 3:30. 130: — Sam Campanella (M) p. the lead from the onset and main- said DeSerio. In the quarterfinals, he accumulated Eric Gale, 1:28 tained it to defeat Westfield, 77-59, Burns’ scoring run of 12 points in two nearfalls, two takedowns and a 135: — Archie Guliashvili (M) Vlad in Newark on February 1. Junior Jim the third quarter ended after the first penalty point to seize an 11-2, ma- Oukhymelenko, :40 McKeon pumped in 20 for the Blue 3:30 and the Blue Devils took over. jority decision over Blue Devil Dan 140: — Lee Tomasso (W) won for- Devils. Senior Jon Semenoro ignited his de- MacDonald, who later pinned feit The Bulldogs jumped to a 20-14 fensive play to get Westfield a big Loughney in 3:57. Regenye then 145: — John Harmer (M) p. Chris lead in the first quarter and extended lead in the fourth. Johnson, 4:43 “In the last couple games, Jon’s swamped Cody Hunter of New Provi- 152: — MacDonald d. Kyle Hamrah, it in each of the remaining quarters. dence, 14-2, to reach the finals. 8-4 Devonne Giles and Oscar Porter led really stepped up on defense. He Regenye held his own against re- 160: — Gismondi (W) d. Fred Shabazz with 24 and 21 points, re- really leads by example on the court turning U. C. champion Rob Schneider, 4-2 spectively. Eric Turner sank 14 points, with the energy he brings,” com- Verhoeven of Cranford. Late in the 171: — Reyes (W) d. Jamie Lalor, Dan DeSerio hit for 10, Jay Cook mented DeSerio of Semenoro. first period, Verhoeven scored a 9-7 scored six, Louie Mercer had four, Westfield lost to a very tough takedown but Regenye tied the bout 189: — Carl Franzetti (M) won for- Adam Turner put in three and Jon Malcolm X. Shabazz team on Febru- with a reversal. Verhoeven added an feit Semenoro added two for the 7-10 ary 1 and will host Union Catholic 215: — Mike Magliette (M) d. Mike Blue Devils. today at 4 p.m. escape and a takedown in the second Barbiere, 12-9 period then caught Regenye in a Ridge (8-8) 10 9 12 11 42 Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Hwt: — Chris MacKay (W) won Westfield 14 12 18 15 59 cradle for a three-point nearfall. In MAKING PREY OUT OF A HUNTER...Highlander Jon Regenye, top, ate up forfeit Shabazz (18-1) 20 15 25 17 77 Westfield (6-10) 9 9 12 22 52 the third period Verhoeven added a Pioneer Cody Hunter in the UCT semifinals. takedown and yielded an escape to come away with a 10-3 victory. cause of his seasonal bout total. 189: — Cousar (SPF) p. Peist (C), 5:12 Highlander 215-pounder Shawn “Derek has wrestled 24 matches 215: — Garay (Ra) p. Coughlin Coughlin, seeded second, received a so far this year, so we did not want (GL), :46 first round bye, then pinned John him to wrestle any more at this point,” Hwt: — Nate Mooney (RP) d. Mike Largest School in North Jersey Burdick of A. L. Johnson in 1:18. In explained Coach Bello. Lodato (U), 5-2 the semis, he decked Jose Base of Raider Matt DeNichilo at 125 THIRD PLACE: Come In and See Roselle Catholic in 3:06 with an pinned Horton of Rahway in 2:42 but 103: — Omar Carter (P) d. Jon was defeated in the semis by cham- Reedy (NP), 3-1 112: — Nick Zangari (RP) d. Jim PUBLIC NOTICE pion and lower weight Outstanding What the Latest Wrestler Vigilante of Brearley. Raider Coler (J), 3-2 TOWN OF WESTFIELD 119: — Nick Seeman (C) d. John Pete Civins placed sixth and recorded Ludington (Ra), 2-1 INVITATION TO BID two victories. Although not placing, 125: — Jason Best (J) d. 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(908) 753-8240 F • Tom Turnbull, Dir. MON–FRI 10 TO 6 • THURS 10 TO 8 • SUN 12 TO 5 • CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Shabazz Mesmerizes Lady Devil Cagers By FRED LECOMTE of the quarter. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The very talented Shabazz ladies With the regular season rapidly took complete control early in the drawing to a conclusion, the Westfield second quarter, controlling both sides High School girls basketball team’s of the boards, while penetrating in- high expectation for a good season side for the easy lay-up. Their out- was once more dealt a disappointing side shooting was near perfection as setback on January 31, when the 17- they forged ahead, 40-12, by half- 1 Malcolm X. Shabazz girls overran time. them, 80-20, in Westfield. Rattled, the Blue Devils had ball “We’re struggling,” noted Blue control problems in the second half Devil Head Coach Joe Marino just and Shabazz capitalized with disci- before tip-off. “We lost some tough plined play, controlling every facet David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times games, so now we’re basically trying of the game with hustle and excellent RECEIVING A VISUAL OBSTRUCTION...Raider Derek Francavilla, top, to work the best we can to execute shooting, netting 40 additional points gets a bit of a stiff arm from Blue Devil Matt McManus in his 103-lb. bout. and salvage the season. With just while allowing eight Westfield points. four games remaining, we’re trying Summing up the season thus far, to pick up some momentum going Westfield senior Jessica Meylor said, Ballweg Attains All-America into the county tournament. We have “It’s been really tough on us, we have been turning the ball over quite a bit, a lot of talent on the team. A lot! But thus our ball handling skills need for some reason we haven’t been Status Again in Girls Soccer improvement. Strength wise, the girls able to pull through. We just haven’t David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The National Soccer Coaches Asso- She has also lettered for the past four BATTLING FOR THE REBOUND...Blue Devils Lisa Venezia, No. 20, and hustle and have speed while their played up to our potential.” ciation of America (NSCAA)/Adidas has years in varsity basketball and is an Jessica Meylor, No. 34, battle for the rebound against Shabazz. spirits remain high. Again, we need Point guard, Jackie Cusimano put named Jessica Ballweg, a senior at Union editor of the yearbook. She is also active to reduce our turnovers, that’s been it this way, “It’s pretty much frustra- Catholic High School in Scotch Plains, a in the Service Club and the Big Brother/ killing us all year long.” tion right now. We’re on a losing member of the High School All-Ameri- Big Sister Program. In the first quarter, the young Blue streak and it doesn’t appear to get can team and the High School State In late December she participated with Cougars Quiet High School Girls Devils’ offense worked very hard much better. We came out really Player of the Year for New Jersey. She the U-17 national team that won the and were moving the ball around strong in the first quarter, then it all also won a spot on the Under-17 (U-17) Disney Soccer Showcase. As a member Raider Hoopmen Basketball Results effectively, slowing the pace to their just sort of fell apart. So losing by All-American Team. of the Under 19 National Team, she will benefit. Defensively, the Blue Devils such a wide margin is most upset- This marks the fifth time she has travel in early February to Las Vegas for The Cranford High School boys received such honors from the NSCAA, another tournament. Jessica is part of the basketball team came out firing with JANUARY 30: attempted to establish their tempo ting.” having claimed spots on three NSCAA/ pool of players that are competing for a a 23-12, first-quarter run and held on Elizabeth 50, Kearny 40 while scrambling and hustling up The Blue Devils look to have a Adidas All-American teams last year future place on the Women’s National to quiet Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 68- The 14-3 Lady Minutemen got 14 and down the court, and sitting back strong finish with four remaining (high school, U-17 and U-16). Jessica is Team. She will attend Santa Clara Uni- 57, in Cranford on February 1. Jun- points from Petrina Drayton. while staying in their zone. The Lady regular season games and the Union also a member of the Under-19 National versity. iors Mike Brennan and Steve Will- Kearny (8-8) 14 9 6 11 40 Bulldogs held a 17-8 lead at the end County Tournament. Women’s Team. iams led the Raiders with 13 points Elizabeth 12 12 19 7 50 During her career at UCHS, Ballweg each. led the Vikings to three Union County High School Boys Oak Knoll 45, Brearley 31 Tournament Championships. Cranford Kasim Rajahn led the Cougar Katie Cummings had 12 points, stopped them this year in their fourth charge by scoring eight of his 21 five steals and five assists and Kate time in the finals. Basketball Results points in the first quarter. Teammate Abramson scored 12 points for the The Star-Ledger, the Home News Tri- JANUARY 31: Mike Snyder added 16 points. An- 13-2 Royals. bune and the Courier News also named Shabazz 68, Cranford 66 drew Feeley scored nine points for Ballweg Player of the Year 2000. For the Brearley (5-8) 10 13 5 3 31 The No. 7 Bulldogs got a scare the Raiders, Kerwyn Paynter sank Oak Knoll 14 11 11 9 45 third straight year, she was selected to from Cougar Mike Snyder who net- seven, Kyle Adams hit for six, Ray the Associated Press New Jersey All- ted 27 points. Williams netted five and Brian Union 49, Irvington 37 State girls soccer team and for the fourth Schiller added four. Latissa Watson led the 14-3 Farm- year she made the first teams for the All Shabazz (17-1) 21 18 9 20 68 ers with 14 points. Union County Coaches selections and Cranford 13 17 13 23 66 Sc Plans-Fanwood 12 13 13 19 57 The Star- Ledger All Union County Cranford (10-8) 23 15 16 14 68 Irvington (12-5) 4 11 7 15 37 Irvington 58, Union 43 Union 13 15 13 8 49 Teams. For the third year she was se- Jim Nann scored 12 points for the lected to The Star-Ledger All-State First PUBLIC NOTICE FEBRUARY 1: Team. losing Farmers. Elizabeth 46, Irvington 25 Ballweg is a member of the National Union (8-9) 13 8 10 12 43 SHERIFF’S SALE Irvington (10-6) 8 14 15 21 58 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Shontae Hunter led the 15-3 Lady Honor Society, the Spanish Honor Soci- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Minutemen with 13 points. ety and has received the Academic Ex- FEBRUARY 1: DOCKET NO. F-15920-98 cellence Award while maintaining honor Plainfield 80, Kearny 39 Irvington 9 7 4 5 25 roll status throughout her high school ACCUBANC MORTGAGE CORPORA- Elizabeth 12 16 5 13 46 The No. 9 Cardinals displayed their TION, PLAINTIFF vs. EDGAR career. RODRIGUEZ, ET AL, DEFENDANT. Union 84, East Side 42 mean streak led by Jihad Muhammad, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, The 15-3 Farmers annihilated the who pumped in 29 points. DATED NOVEMBER 15, 2000 FOR SALE Lady Lions Shock OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Red Raiders and got 22 points from Kearny (8-10) 7 10 13 9 39 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Monique Blake. ALL-AMERICAN STATUS...Jessica Ballweg, a senior at Union Catholic High Plainfield (16-1) 27 21 23 9 80 School in Scotch Plains, is shown with her UC coaches Bill White, left, and Jim Vikings in Hoops ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale East side 9 14 7 12 42 Union 63, Newark East Side 60 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Union 18 32 23 11 84 Revel at the 54th Annual NSCAA Convention in Indianapolis. She was honored The 10th-ranked Union Catholic ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Mike Gluck netted 22 points for and received plaques designating her a member of the National Soccer Coaches High School girls basketball team the Farmers. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- FEBRUARY 2: Association of America (NSCAA)/Adidas High School All American Team and was stunned, 42-32, by a fine Roselle sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF Governor Livingston (10-6) 56, the high school state Player of the Year for New Jersey. She also won a spot on East Side (10-8) 12 14 18 11 5 60 FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Catholic team, in Roselle on Febru- the Under-17 (U-17) All-American Team. Union (9-9) 3 6 26 20 8 63 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Roselle (5-11) 28 ary 2. The Lions with the help of ders must have 20% of their bid available in The Highlanders broke it wide open K.K. Foster, who sank nine of her 18 FEBRUARY 2: cash or certified check at the conclusion of early with the leadership of Jen High School Boys points, broke through the Vikings’ Roselle 72, Governor Livingston the sales. Calabrese, who netted nine of her 21 Lady Vikings Chill The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED defense for 16 points in the fourth 38 TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- points in the second quarter. Meagan Wrestling Results quarter. Jesse Holly fired in 23 points for DRED SIXTY FOUR & 25/100 Butler scored 11 points and Maya Crusader Cagers the 12-2 Rams and Doug Caruso JANUARY 31: The 14-2 Lions gave the Vikings a ($125,564.25). Monroe sank nine. sank 10 for the Highlanders. Municipality: Elizabeth Defense did its job once again as the Cranford (10-3-1) 62, Linden 10 dose of their own medicine as they Street Address: 10 West End Place Roselle 9 4 7 8 28 14-1, 10th-ranked Union Catholic WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: held them to just three points in the Gov. Liv. (6-10) 7 7 13 11 38 Tax Lot No.: 1560 Gov. Livingston 15 18 11 12 56 High School girls basketball stopped 145: — Rob Verhoeven (C) p. first quarter but the Vikings crept Roselle 8 13 23 28 72 Tax Block No.: 13 the A.L. Johnson Crusader girls in Alvarado Fernandez, :27 back to trail by just one at the end of St. Mary’s (Elizabeth) 64, Roselle Approximate dimensions: 150.90 feet by 160: — Greg Donofrio (C) md. 35.50 feet by 159.15 feet by 36.50 feet. PUBLIC NOTICE their tracks, 56-10, in Scotch Plains the third. Shrita Smith scored 14 Park 33 Nearest cross street: Murray Street. on January 30. Shrita Smith and Jackie Shawn Colvin, 17-6 points for the 14-2 Vikings while Jim Massero netted 11 points to There is due approximately the sum of BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Huber both provided the Vikings with Lauren Huber and Stephanie Green PLANNING BOARD Bound Brook (9-8-1) 42, Brearley lead 16th-ranked St. Mary’s. ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR THOU- 11 points. 31 (10-10-1) each added six points. SAND NINETY TWO & 85/100 Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- The game was virtually over after the Roselle Park 12 4 8 9 33 ($134,092.85) together with lawful interest NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF KEY BOUTS: Union Catholic 3 10 12 7 32 St. Mary’s (17-0) 16 23 12 13 64 and costs. FANWOOD after public hearing granted first quarter when the defense-minded 103: — John Caemmerer (BB) md. Roselle Catholic 9 9 8 16 42 There is a full legal description on file in approval to International Freight Transport Vikings got an explosion of points from Ryan Yospin, 12-3 FEBRUARY 3: the Union County Sheriff’s Office. for a use and parking variance on the prop- Huber – three three-pointers – and their 112: — Mark Yospin (B) md. Dave Bridgewater-Raritan 72, Plainfield The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn erty at 88 South Avenue, New Jersey being offense and blanked the Crusaders, 28- Shubick, 15-7 Santo Provides Big 63 this sale. Block No. 56 Lot No. 10. 125: — Altay Vigilante (B) p. Aziel The 11th-ranked, 15-1 Panthers RALPH FROEHLICH Documents pertaining to this application 0. The Vikings also shutout the Crusad- are available for public inspection at the ers in the final quarter, 8-0. Madrid, 1:52 Boost for Lycoming got 21 points from Jamar Casey to SHERIFF 135: — Stefano Serricino (B) p. PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & Borough Hall during normal business hours. Melinda Rosado, who had three WILLIAMSPORT, PA - Katherine stun seventh-ranked, 17-2 Plainfield. SALTZMAN Mr. John Kitts points, led the Vikings in rebounds Brad Galeta, 3:20 International Freight Transport Santo of Scotch Plains and a graduate of Plainfield 7 25 18 13 63 A DIVISION OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE with nine. Kenyail Johnson and Roselle Park 41, Rahway 36 Union Catholic High School has played Bridgewater 13 18 21 20 72 905 North Kings Highway 430 Mountain Avenue Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Murray Hill, New Jersey 07974 Stephanie Green both sank eight The Panthers prevailed in this clash a key role for the Lycoming College North Hunterdon 47, Scotch CH-755684 (WL) Attorney: Steven J. Burke, Esq. points, Amy Snyder scored seven and of Union County titans. women’s basketball team both as a starter Plains-Fanwood 46 Younghans, Burke & Sahaj on and off the bench. 4 T - 2/1, 2/8, 2/15 Andrea Keller had three while Hope KEY BOUTS: Raider Steve Williams nailed six & 2/22/01 Fee: $171.36 141 Elmer Street Loeffler, Jessica Ballweg and Lauren 103: — Bob Dent (RP) p. Ryne Santo has been healthy for 15 games Westfield, New Jersey 07090 this season and has started in three games. of his 12 points in the fourth quarter 1 T – 02/08/01, The Times Fee: $18.87 Huber each added two. Luddington, 4:25 PUBLIC NOTICE 125: — Dan Appello (RP) p. Sean The junior guard is averaging 5.1 points but Chad Hegstum’s basket in the Johnson (1-15) 0 4 6 0 10 per game and is third on the team in final three seconds helped 12-4 North SHERIFF’S SALE Horton, 2:53 PUBLIC NOTICE Union Catholic 28 9 11 8 56 160: — Jesse Campanelli (Ra) p. assists with 31 in just over 17 minutes Hunterdon avoid the upset. Andrew SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, per night. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE Garry Taluba, Feeley sank 15 points and Adam DOCKET NO. F-5398-00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 215: — Dan Garay (Ra) p. Chris Bendik scored eight. CITI MORTGAGE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE Lott, 4:30 PUBLIC NOTICE MELVIN SHAFFER AND ANNA C. DOCKET NO. F-13747-96 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Sc. Plns-Fanwood 10 15 6 15 46 North Hunterdon 10 9 16 12 47 SHAFFER, H/W, DEFENDANT. THE CHASE MANHATTAN BANK F/K/A CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHEMICAL BANK, PLAINTIFF vs. DOCKET NO. F-16261-98 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DATED SEPTEMBER 26, 2000 FOR SALE JOSEPH A. DORSAINVIL, ET ALS., DE- IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. FENDANT. TIFF vs. DUMAS MARTINEZ AND OLIVIA SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-11024-00 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MARTINEZ, HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, HOMESIDE LENDING, INC. F/K/A SHERIFF’S SALE ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-10480-00 BANC PLUS MORTG. CORP., PLAIN- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK, TIFF vs. AMERICO PINTO; UMBELINA CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. PLAINTIFF vs. LIBRADO NIEVES, ET AL., PINTO, ET AL, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-14061-99 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, WMC MORTGAGE CORP., PLAINTIFF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 21ST DAY OF by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2000 FOR SALE vs. HARRISON RAMSEY, ET AL., DE- FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- DATED NOVEMBER 15, 2000 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. FENDANT. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ders must have 20% of their bid available in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 14TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution to me directed I shall expose for sale DATED NOVEMBER 14, 2000 FOR SALE cash or certified check at the conclusion of FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. the sales. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale SEVENTY ONE THOUSAND EIGHT- cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR & 89/100 the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of sey on WEDNESDAY THE 28TH DAY OF MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ($171,854.89). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- The property to be sold is located in the FIFTY SIX THOUSAND FIFTY FOUR & The judgment amount is NINETY SIX afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 21ST DAY OF CITY of ELIZABETH, County of Union and 16/100 ($156,054.16). THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED SIXTY ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the State of New Jersey. All that certain land and premises situated FOUR & 64/100 ($96,664.64). cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- It is commonly known as 218-220 LIN- in the City of Elizabeth, County of Union, The property to be sold is located in the the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED ders must have 20% of their bid available in COLN AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- State of New Jersey, being more particularly CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOUSAND EIGHTY cash or certified check at the conclusion of SEY. described as follows: 07206, County of UNION and State of New THREE THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED SEVEN & 78/100 ($132,087.78). the sales. It is known and designated as Block No. Lot No. 498; Block No. 12 on the Tax Map Jersey. SEVENTY & 78/100 ($103,470.78). The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is SEVENTY 13, Lot No. 714 W13. of the City of Elizabeth. Commonly known as: 325 SECOND The property to be sold is located in the CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of EIGHT THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED The dimensions are approximately 46.42 Nearest Cross Street: Fairmont Av- AVENUE AKA 329-331, ELIZABETH, City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, UNION, and the State of New Jersey. EIGHTY FIVE & 08/100 ($78,585.08). feet wide by 161.88 feet long (irregular). enue. NEW JERSEY 07206. New Jersey. Tax LOT NO. 555 BLOCK NO. 12. DOCKET NO.: F-14061-99 Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- Approximate Dimensions: 33.00 feet Tax Lot No. 1157.A a/k/a 1167.A in Block Commonly known as: 238 Pine Street, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1037 MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth easterly line of Lincoln Avenue, 650.22 feet by 145.00 feet by 33.00 feet by 145.00 No. 5 a/k/a 6. Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206. JEFFERSON AVENUE A/K/A 1037-1039 COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW from the northeasterly line of Magie Avenue. feet. Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 Tax Lot No. 460 in Block No. 1. JEFFERSON AVENUE, ELIZABETH, JERSEY Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID Being more commonly known as: feet wide by 39.25 feet long. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 NEW JERSEY 07201 STREET & STREET NO.: 658 South TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS. 619 Jefferson Ave. Nearest Cross Street: Glen Zamorski feet wide by 100 feet long. Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Park Street AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202 Drive. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the west- 145.00 feet wide by 30.00 feet long. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM Pursuant to a municipal tax search Situate at a point on the easterly sideline erly side of Pine Street 300.00 feet from the Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the BLOCK NO.: 1242 LOT NO.: 7 PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- dated 9/26/00, of Second Avenue distance approximately southerly side of Third Street. EASTERLY side of JEFFERSON AV- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 FEET BY TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- Subject to: Taxes for 4th quarter of 2000 60.75 feet southerly from its intersection There is due approximately the sum of ENUE, 450.00 feet from the NORTHERLY 100 FEET NEYS. in the amount of $972.58 due 11/1/00; with the southerly sideline of Glen Zamorski ONE-HUNDRED NINE THOUSAND side of ALINA STREET. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 50 feet There is due approximately the sum of water to 8/21/00 $379.50 open & penalty. Drive. EIGHT-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO & 46/ There is due approximately the sum of from 7th Street. ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE THOU- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of 100 ($109,832.46) together with lawful in- ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY NINE THOU- There is due approximately the sum of SAND FOUR-HUNDRED TWENTY SIX & TWO-HUNDRED TWENTY SIX THOU- ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY THREE terest and costs. SAND SEVEN-HUNDRED TWELVE & 86/ EIGHTY TWO THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- 55/100 ($183,426.55) together with lawful SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED NINETY FOUR THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED NINETY SIX There is a full legal description on file in 100 ($139,712.86) together with lawful in- DRED FIFTY TWO & 40/100 ($82,452.40) interest and costs. & 92/100 ($226,894.92) together with lawful & 86/100 ($123,696.86) together with lawful the Union County Sheriff’s Office. terest and costs. together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. interest and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. this sale. ZUCKER GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH ATTORNEYS SHERIFF SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, SHERIFF SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLC HILL, WALLACK, ATTORNEYS AT FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. PO Box 1024 ATTORNEYS AT LAW CHARTERED Suite 300 LAW Suite 201 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Suite J 737 Stokes Road 293 Eisenhower Parkway 202 Carnegie Center 7 Century Drive 1-908-233-8500 406 Lippincott Drive P.O. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 17 Local Martial Artists Earn Westfield Y Girls ‘A’ Win Medals Internationally Season Swimming Finale On January 5-12, Karate World Stu- preparation needed to bring your body to The Westfield Y Girls “A” team com- Smith and Katie Morgan finished sec- dents; Dana Caruso, Kristin Shallcross, it’s peak performance. My husband is a pleted its dual meet season in grand style ond and third. Roxanne Dunn, Jared Dunn, and Master great motivator, he helps me stay on by defeating Summit YMCA, 106-102, 8U Kyle Higgins (20.57) and 11-12 Jeff Dunn competed at the Good Will track,” explained Roxanne. on January 27 at Wallace Pool. Lisa Rauch (30.59) notched backstroke Marial Arts Games held in Cancun, Fifth Degree Master Jeff Dunn of Westfield opened with a one-two fin- victories for the Devilfish while 9-10 Mexico. This tournament was an inter- Westfield competed in the Master’s Di- ish in the 9-10 Individual Medley by Alexsandra Fragna, 13-14 Kir Selert and national meet, consisting of martial art- vision and brought home a Silver. Jeff Elizabeth Hawkins (1:17.82) and Megan 15-18 Morgan Larkin each placed sec- ists from various styles such as Kung Fu, has been training for 26 years and has Rauch, which was followed by a second ond. In the butterfly, 9-10 Elizabeth Karate, Woo Shoo, Moo Duk Kwan, and owned and been the Chief Instructor at from 11-12 Lisa Rauch. Lisa Zhang Hawkins (34.43) won her second event Tae Kwon Do. It gave each competitor a Karate World in Kenilworth for 10 years. (2:33:69) scored another Westfield win of the day and Neda Simaika (1.09.78) chance to compete against different styles “I’m very happy with my competi- in the 13-14 200 IM and Jen Bezrutczyk took the 13-14 100 fly. Second place other than their own. tors. I’m thankful to have such dedicated placed second in the 15-18 200 IM. finishes were scored by 8U Kate “We’ve competed at the local and students representing me, my school, The Devilfish captured three firsts in Heffernan and 11-12 Kelly Peeler. national circuit for years, It’s nice to and the United States. They always make the freestyle events from 8U Kathleen Westfield capped the butterfly with a compete abroad. We always welcome me very proud,” said Master Dunn. O’Neill (38.04), 11-12 Kelly Peeler one-two finish by 15-18’s Kerry Hart new challenges. It’s a great experience (59.89) and Jenny Fowler (2:10:75). In (2.33.78) and Jen Bezrutczyk. meeting people from different parts of the breaststroke, (8U) Elaine Anderson Winning medley relays were the 8U the world. This year we met a lot of new WBA Basketball (22.82) and 9-10 Devan Giordano (41.12) team of Anderson, Heffernan, Higgins Canadian friends,” said Roxanne Dunn. PRACTICING THEIR FORM...Members and staff at Karate World in and 13-14 Kir Selert (1.13.22) each won and O’Neill, the 9-10 team of Rauch, First Degree Black Belt, Dana Caruso, League Results: Kenilworth practice their form at the shore. their events while 11-12s Darrell Ann Giordano, Hawkins and Kuska, and the 17, of Cranford won a bronze medal in 13-14 team of Lisa Rauch, Selert, her division. Jared Dunn, 5, of Westfield Red Hot Devils 22, Leprechauns 16 Shackamaxon Hosts Simaika and Lizzie Trimble. was in a 10U division. Although not Stingers 14, Eskimos 10 placing, he was commended on being Fanwood Flames Record Benefit Golf Outing Westfield Yoga Offers the youngest competitor. SIXTH GRADE: “It was a lot of fun, maybe next time (As of January 27) Community Access Unlimited has The ‘Pilates’ Method TEAM W L announced that their 8th Annual Golf The Pilates method of conditioning was my teacher Mrs. Pantano can come,” Red Hot Devils 4 0 said Jared. Four Straight Hoop Wins Outing will be held on Monday, June 4 developed by Joseph Pilates some 90 years Leprechauns 2 2 at Shackamaxon Golf and Country Club Second Degree Black Belt Kristin Stingers 2 2 ago and has been endorsed by physicians The 7th grade Fanwood Flames re- drilled in 15 points to lead Fanwood to a in Scotch Plains. This outing will in- ever since. The Pilates method is a unique Shallcross, a 10-year student at Karate Eskimos 0 4 corded victories over Cranford, Edison, 52-34 win over Springfield. World and a Jr. Olympic and Pan Ameri- clude a fun-filled day of golf, buffet system of stretching and strengthening ex- Liberty 9, Sting 8 Branchburg and Springfield last week to The 6th grade Flames scored victories brunch, followed by a cocktail hour, ercises that tone, strengthen, streamline and can Gold Medalist, won a silver and Sparks 22, Comets 10 raise their record to 12-5. over Madison Rec, 57-45, and Green bronze medal. dinner reception, and auction. realign the body without bulking it up. Mystics 26, Rockers 11 The Flames downed Cranford Rec, Brook, 74-30, to raise their record to 6- Community Access Unlimited pro- The Pilates method also will dramati- Third Degree Roxanne Dunn of 52-25. Lance Thomas led the way with 6. Against Madison Rec, Jamell Grace Westfield brought home the Gold. FIFTH GRADE: vides community-based support ser- cally improve one’s posture, flexibility 24 points and Sean Young popped in 10 was led with 22 points. Gibbs and Jimmy vices to people with disabilities, giv- and balance. Pilates mat exercises unite “I was truly amazed with this win. (As of January 27) points. D.J. Garrett and Brian Halpin Spaeth pumped in 15 and 13 points There were some strong competitors in TEAM W L ing them the opportunity to live inde- body and mind to enhance physical and Mystics 4 0 connected for eight and six points, while apiece. Jason Giamboi and John Acito pendently and lead normal and pro- emotional well-being. my division this year. When they an- Bobby Blabolil had 11 assists. Next the had strong games and hit for four and nounced my name as the Gold Medalist Comets 2 2 ductive lives as citizens integrated into According to Joseph Pilates, “In 10 Rockers 2 2 Flames scorched Edison, 59-42. Tho- two points, respectively. Against Green the community. sessions you will feel the difference, in 20 I felt numb. Although it’s great winning Sparks 2 2 mas netted 20 points and Ashton Gibbs Brook, Grace and Gibbs fired in 22 a medal what counts is the trading and Anyone who would like to partici- you will see the difference, and in 30 you Sting 1 3 and Young pumped in 17 and 12 points, points each. Spaeth and Brian Hessemer pate as a golfer, a tee sponsor, or to will have a whole new body.” Liberty 1 3 respectively. drilled in 17 and six points. donate an item or service for this event, Area residents are encouraged to come PUBLIC NOTICE The Flames burned Branchburg, 56- The 8th grade Flames dropped a, 40- PUBLIC NOTICE should contact Lesley Donato, Event and train with former Olympian and Na- SHERIFF’S SALE 40, and Thomas led with 23 points. Young 38, heartbreaker to Readington then fell Coordinator, at (908) 354-3040. tional figure-skating champion, Lisa SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE hit for 12 points while Ricky Lisojo had to Edison, 47-22, and Springfield, 50- Uliano, and begin working towards a toned CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 10 points and three steals. Then, Young 40. Gavin Ford and Rob Moskal pumped PUBLIC NOTICE and defined body. DOCKET NO. F-19609-97 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, in six and five points, respectively, COUNTRYWIDE FUNDING CORPO- DOCKET NO. F-17766-98 PUBLIC NOTICE against Readington. Ford led with six SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE RATION, A NEW YORK CORP., PLAIN- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE points against Edison. Against Spring- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TIFF vs. OSCAR A. SOSA AND NANCY CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. SHERIFF’S SALE field, Grace, Moskal and Tony Curry CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE SOSA, HIS WIFE; IN TRAINING HEALTH OLEGARIO ORTEGA (A/K/A OLEGARIO SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, sank 10 points each. DOCKET NO. F-1062-99 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SPA, DEFENDANT. C. ROMAN) & SILVIA ORTEGA (AKA S. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO., CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MEDINA), DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-10470-00 PLAINTIFF vs. OMAR TANGARIFE, ET DOCKET NO. F-12700-00 DATED NOVEMBER 15, 2000 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., PUBLIC NOTICE AL, DEFENDANT. FLEET MORTGAGE CORP., PLAINTIFF OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED NOVEMBER 21, 2000 FOR SALE PLAINTIFF vs. DIEGO A. MOLINA, ET CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, vs. EFSTATHIOSMALETOS; DENIS LEWIS; By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. AL., DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE DATED OCTOBER 26, 2000 FOR SALE JESUS MARMOLEJOS, DEFENDANT. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale DATED DECEMBER 01, 2000 FOR SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DATED NOVEMBER 28, 2000 FOR SALE ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-16371-98 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORA- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale TION, PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL PAZ, ET ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- AL, DEFENDANT. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, sey on WEDNESDAY THE 21ST DAY OF ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- DATED JULY 25, 2000 FOR SALE OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ders must have 20% of their bid available in MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale cash or certified check at the conclusion of afternoon of said day. All successful bid- THIRTY FOUR THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED ders must have 20% of their bid available in by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- the sales. ders must have 20% of their bid available in DRED THIRTY SIX & 08/100 ($134,436.08). THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED SIX & cash or certified check at the conclusion of ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED cash or certified check at the conclusion of The property to be sold is located in the 16/100 ($100,306.16). the sales. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- EIGHTEEN THOUSAND THREE-HUN- the sales. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH DAY OF DRED FIFTY ONE & 09/100 ($118,351.09). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED of New Jersey. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State DRED THIRTY THOUSAND ONE-HUN- MARCH A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the The property to be sold is located in ELIZA- THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND SEVEN- It is commonly known as 822 Emerson of New Jersey. DRED THIRTY FIVE & 34/100 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- BETH, in the County of UNION, and the HUNDRED SIX & 82/100 ($137,706.82). Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey. It is commonly known as 148 Fulton Street, ($230,135.34). ders must have 20% of their bid available in State of New Jersey. The property to be sold is located in the It is known and designated as Block No. Elizabeth, New Jersey. DOCKET NO.: F-10470-00 cash or certified check at the conclusion of Commonly known as: 641-643 GARDEN CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of 10, Lot No. 602. It is known and designated as Block No. 2, MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth the sales. STREET, FORMERLY KNOWN AS 641 UNION, and the State of New Jersey. The dimensions are 40 feet wide 100 Lot No. 539. COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED GARDEN STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW Tax LOT NO. 836 BLOCK NO. 8. feet long. The dimensions are 37.50 feet wide 100.00 JERSEY TWENTY THOUSAND THREE-HUN- JERSEY 07202. COMMONLY KNOWN AS 524 JACK- Nearest cross street: Situate on the feet long. STREET & STREET NO.: 678 Maple DRED SEVENTY & 98/100 ($120,370.98). Tax Lot No. ACCT#: 407, in Block No. SON AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- southwesterly line of Emerson Avenue, Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- Avenue COMMON STREET ADDRESS: 130 WARD; 6 FKA LOT NO. 6, BLOCK NO. SEY 07201. 380.00 feet from the southeasterly line of westerly line of Fulton Street, 175.00 feet TAX BLOCK AND LOT: Broadway, Elizabeth, New Jersey 407 Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Verona Avenue. from the southeasterly line of Second Street. BLOCK NO.: 4 LOT NO.: 922 TAX LOT AND BLOCK NO.: LOT NO. Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 40 120.05 feet wide by 33.33 feet long. Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES, Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 FEET BY 49 BLOCK NO. 2 feet wide by 110 feet long. IRREGULAR Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE municipal liens, amount due is available in the 200 FEET DIMENSIONS: 25 feet by 100 feet Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the NORTHWESTERLY side of JACKSON SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM PLAINTIFF’S Sheriff’s Office or from plaintiff’s attorneys NEAREST CROSS STREET: 959.10 NO. OF FEET TO NEAREST INTER- NORTHERLY side of GARDEN STREET, AVENUE, 350.00 feet from the NORTH- ATTORNEYS UPON WRITTEN REQUEST upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. feet from Summer Street SECTION: 325 feet from First Street distant 285 feet from the EASTERLY side EASTERLY side of MARY STREET. TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of of MAPLE AVENUE There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED FORTY THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED FORTY FOUR THOU- There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED FORTY FIVE THOU- ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY EIGHT THOU- TWO-HUNDRED NINETY TWO & 99/100 EIGHT-HUNDRED NINETY NINE & 93/ SAND SEVEN-HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY SIX THOU- SAND THREE-HUNDRED EIGHTY SAND FIVE & 12/100 ($168,005.12) to- ($120,292.99) together with lawful interest 100 ($240,899.93) together with lawful in- & 79/100 ($144,784.79) together with lawful SAND EIGHT-HUNDRED TWENTY TWO EIGHT & 44/100 ($145,388.44) together gether with lawful interest and costs. and costs. terest and costs. interest and costs. & 64/100 ($126,822.64) together with lawful with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. this sale. this sale. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, STERN LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA & SHERIFF SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLC NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LLC CHARTERED WRIGHT, ATTORNEYS AT LAW FRANK J. 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LOCATION! LOCATION! New Upscale Salon LOCATION! Each Office Independently Owned & Operated Just Opened Fanwood - Scotch Plains Office Seeking Experienced Hair Immaculate 2-story SCOTCH PLAINS 256 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ 07023 (908) 322-7700 Visit us at www.burgdorff.com Stylist and Colorist Colonial near Brunner School & Scotch With Following Plains/Fanwood High. 1st Floor FR, 2 fpls, CAC, built-in Sylvan pool, prof. landscaping & more. $499,000. 300 South Avenue Garwood,NJ 908.232.7550 GREAT PARKING PUBLIC NOTICE RESIDENTIAL LAND BOARD OF EDUCATION Two contiguous lots totaling 3.2 acres, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY NOTICE TO BIDDERS across from Watchung Reservation in Sealed proposals will be received by the MOUNTAINSIDE. One lot fronts on cul- Board of Education of the Westfield School District, Union County, New Jersey, at the de-sac & one is wooded and has a pond. Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey, for the following 20 miles from NYC. $749,800. supplies, equipment or services: BID FOR: B 02-03 INDUSTRIAL ARTS SUPPLIES WESTFIELD FOR THE 2001-2002 SCHOOL YEAR New Listing! This Classic Center Hall Colonial is ideal for NYC BIDS DUE: commuters or those who love the convenience of being able to FEBRUARY 26, 2001 AT 12:30 P.M. The bids will be received at the Adminis- walk to beautiful downtown Westfield. Built in 1986 by Surene tration Building 302 Elm Street, Westfield, Builders, this quality home offers a desirable floor plan & New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the time indicated, and then publicly opened generous closet space. Warm & charming, this handsome four and read aloud. Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath residence has been impeccably maintained Bids must be in strict compliance with specifications. Bids must be made on the and tastefully decorated. The eat-in Kitchen boasts cherry proposal forms in the manner designated. cabinetry that opens onto a Family Room with a raised hearth, Proposals must be endorsed on the outside of the sealed envelope, with the name of brick fireplace. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, crown the bidder, the bidder’s address and the molding, & CAC all add to the value of this exceptional home. name of the supplies, equipment, or services for which the bid is submitted. It is Offered at: $429,900 understood and agreed that proposals may Call quickly for your appointment. be delivered before the time or at the place specified for opening. The Board of Educa- tion assumes no responsibility for bids mailed This One Won’t Last!!! or misdirected in delivery. The Board of Education of the Town of Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, reserves the right to accept or reject any • Burgdorff President’s Council 1999-2000 and/or all bids for the whole or any part and • #1 Realtor, Westfield Office 1995-1999 waive any informalities in the interest of the Board of Education. No bid may be with- • Gold Level, NJAR Million Dollar Club 1998-2000 drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening thereof. • [email protected] Bidding shall be in conformance with the applicable requirements of N.J.S.A.18A:18A- 1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School Westfield Office • 600 North Avenue, W. • (908) 233-0065 Contracts Law”. 2820 Offices Throughout New Jersey Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). By order of the Town of Westfield Board of Education, Union County, New Jersey. Robert A. Berman Board Secretary 1 T – 2/8/01, The Leader Fee: $44.37 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 19 Weichert, Realtors Awards Flip 10 ~ Dramatix Salon Announced for December Sees Tremendous Growth WESTFIELD – Weichert, Real- served on the education committee. tors’ Westfield Office Branch Man- Mr. Bamrick, who lives in Scotch ager Harvey Tekel has announced Plains, also has 15 years of automo- Over Past Two Decades the names of Sales Associates who tive sales and leasing experience. have received office awards. Brenda Putzer won the office’s top SCOTCH PLAINS — First estab- allow their muscles to unwind from Niki Fry has won the December producer award for the month of lished in 1980 as a one-operation by the daily stresses of life. office award for outstanding achieve- December. Cathy Miro, Flip 10 Nail Salon in Beginning as a solo operation, Flip ment. Ms. Putzer also was honored for Scotch Plains has continued to grow 10 ~ Dramatix now has four nail Ms. Fry is a repeat member of the New the greatest number of resale mar- over the past two decades. technicians, two hair and color pro- Jersey State Million Dollar Club and keted listings in her sales region, During the past two years, the sa- fessionals, two receptionists, and an Weichert’s Million Dollar Sales and comprised of 14 offices in Morris, lon has undergone tremendous esthetician, message and bodywork Marketed Clubs, most recently in 1999. Essex and Union Counties. growth with the addition of the professional. A licensed real estate professional, A licensed real estate professional Dramatix Hair Salon, run by Robin They have stayed on the cutting Ms. Fry has fashion design experience, since 1986, she is a member of the Lillo, who has over 20 years of hair edge by offering such upscale items having worked for European and Greater Union County Association styling and color experience. as facials, massages, waxing and tan- American designers including Yves of Realtors. She is a company Buyer Changing locations over the ning, in addition to their nail and hair St. Laurent, Emanuel Ungaro, Jones Specialist, qualified to act as the years, Flip 10 ~ Dramatix Full services. New York and Phillips Van Heusen. single point of contact throughout Service Salon now occupies one The Flip 10 ~ Dramatix Full Ser- She is a graduate of Drexel Uni- the homebuying process for buyers of the largest locations in the vice Salon is open Monday starting BUSINESS IS BOOMING...The staff of Flip 10 ~ Dramatix Full Service Salon versity in Philadelphia, having earned who wish to use the services of township’s downtown business dis- at noon, Tuesday through Friday start- take a moment out of a another busy day for the Scotch Plains downtown a bachelor’s degree in design. She Weichert’s affiliated mortgage, in- trict. Its present storefront is lo- ing at 9:30 a.m. and Saturday begin- business. has lived in Westfield for 12 years, surance and title companies. She is a cated directly across from the Vil- ning at 8:30 a.m. The salon is open where she is a member of the representative for Weichert’s His- lage Green and gazebo. late on Thursday and Friday eve- Westfield United Methodist Church. toric Homes Division, specializing A full service salon, customers nings. 12 Holly Cohen, a longtime resident in vintage homes and properties of can enjoy a soothing facial or, with Off-street municipal parking is Visit our iPIX of the Westfield area, has won the historical significance. the help of “Body Renew” Massage available behind the salon. New Jersey Virtual Home Tours on December office award for the great- Among her many accomplish- & Body Treatments, customers can Properties est number of sales. ments are membership in Weichert’s public notice www.PruNewJersey.com They are the most recent additions Million Dollar Sales and Marketed public notice BOARD OF EDUCATION BOARD OF EDUCATION to Ms. Cohen’s list of career accom- Clubs and the 1998 New Jersey State WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY plishments. She ranks among the top Million Dollar Club. WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY NOTICE TO BIDDERS 2 percent of Weichert’s 7,500 sales Ms. Putzer recently moved to NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received by the associates as a member of the 1999 Plainfield from Westfield. Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education of the Westfield School Board of Education of the Westfield School Ambassador’s Club. Ms. Cohen is a A former resident of Fanwood, she District, Union County, New Jersey, at the District, Union County, New Jersey, at the consistent top producer who repeated serves home buyers and sellers in Union, Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey, for the following as a member of the New Jersey State Somerset and Middlesex Counties. Westfield, New Jersey, for the following supplies, equipment or services: Million Dollar Club and her résumé Mr. Tekel also announced that supplies, equipment or services: BID FOR: BID FOR: also includes Weichert’s Million Dol- Gareth Farmer has joined the Westfield B 02-02 COPY DUPLICATOR PAPER B 02-01 GENERAL SUPPLIES FOR lar Sales and Marketed Clubs in 1999. Office as a Sales Associate. FOR THE 2001-2002 SCHOOL YEAR THE 2001-2002 SCHOOL YEAR Her career achievements earned A licensed real estate professional, BIDS DUE: BIDS DUE: her a place in Weichert’s 100 Sales Mr. Farmer previously worked for FEBRUARY 26, 2001 AT 11:00 A.M. FEBRUARY 26, 2001 AT 11:30 A.M. The bids will be received at the Adminis- and 100 Marketed Clubs. the United States Postal Service. A The bids will be received at the Adminis- tration Building 302 Elm Street, Westfield, Ms. Cohen, who is licensed in New real estate investor, he resides in tration Building 302 Elm Street, Westfield, Just Listed New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, South Plainfield. time indicated, and then publicly opened Sure to please, 3 Bedrooms2 1/2 Bath pristine and spacious ranch time indicated, and then publicly opened also holds a New Jersey broker’s li- and read aloud. and read aloud. on beautiful cul-de-sac street. Just painted, many recent Bids must be in strict compliance with cense. She is a member of the Westfield, public notice Bids must be in strict compliance with improvements.Visit our ewbsite for a virtual tour. Price $549,000. specifications. Bids must be made on the Greater Eastern Union County, specifications. Bids must be made on the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS proposal forms in the manner designated. proposal forms in the manner designated. Middlesex, Somerset and North Cen- PLANNING BOARD Proposals must be endorsed on the outside Proposals must be endorsed on the outside tral Jersey Associations of Realtors. of the sealed envelope, with the name of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the of the sealed envelope, with the name of Linda Weimer of North Plainfield the bidder, the bidder’s address and the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch the bidder, the bidder’s address and the Have Millions of name of the supplies, equipment, or ser- has won an office top listing award Plains will hold a public hearing on Wednes- name of the supplies, equipment, or services for which the bid is submitted. It is day, February 21, 2001, at 8:00 p.m. in vices for which the bid is submitted. It is for the month of December. understood and agreed that proposals may Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 430 understood and agreed that proposals may It is the most recent office award for be delivered before the time or at the place Buyers Tour Your Park Avenue, Scotch Plains to hear the be delivered before the time or at the place specified for opening. The Board of Educa- Ms. Weimer, a consistent top pro- Minor Subdivision application of Ginger specified for opening. The Board of Educa- tion assumes no responsibility for bids mailed ducer whose achievements include Pitaccio for 1760 Rahway Road, Block No. tion assumes no responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected in delivery. Home 16001, Lot No. 42, which proposes to sub- or misdirected in delivery. membership in Weichert’s Million The Board of Education of the Town of divide the existing lot into two lots. The The Board of Education of the Town of Dollar Club and the New Jersey State Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, following variance is requested: Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, Million Dollar Club in 1999. reserves the right to accept or reject any 24 Hours a Day... reserves the right to accept or reject any Section 23-3.4A-Para. A, Col. 4-Lot Width: and/or all bids for the whole or any part and She has been a licensed real estate and/or all bids for the whole or any part and waive any informalities in the interest of the Lot No. 42 waive any informalities in the interest of the professional since 1994. She is a Board of Education. No bid may be with- Board of Education. No bid may be with- ... through professionally produced moving member of the Middlesex and Greater Required: 160 feet drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the Proposed: 135.24 - existing date set for the opening thereof. Union County Association of Real- date set for the opening thereof. panoramic views. Make your home stand Bidding shall be in conformance with the tors and the Garden State Multiple Applicant will also seek any other vari- Bidding shall be in conformance with the applicable requirements of N.J.S.A.18A:18A- ances or waivers deemed necessary applicable requirements of N.J.S.A.18A:18A- out on the Web! Call today for details. Listing Service (MLS). 1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School by the board. 1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School Kevin Bamrick has won an office Contracts Law”. Contracts Law”. The file pertaining to this application is in Bidders are required to comply with the re- top listing award for the month of Bidders are required to comply with the re- the Office of the Planning Board and avail- quirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). 215 North Ave., West December. quirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). able for inspection during business hours. By order of the Town of Westfield Board By order of the Town of Westfield Board Westfield • (908) 232-5664 A licensed real estate professional Barbara Horev of Education, Union County, New Jersey. of Education, Union County, New Jersey. for four years, Mr. Bamrick is a Secretary to the Board Robert A. Berman An independently owned & operated franchisee of The Robert A. Berman ® Township of Scotch Plains Board Secretary REALTOR Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., with other offices member of the Greater Union County Board Secretary 1 T – 2/8/01, The Times Fee: $26.52 1 T – 2/8/01, The Leader Fee: $44.37 throughout New Jersey Association of Realtors, where he 1 T – 2/8/01, The Leader Fee: $44.37

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ONE FLOOR LIVING THE SEARCH IS OVER WESTFIELD $499,000 SCOTCH PLAINS $399,000 MOUNTAINSIDE - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ranch. Level Prop- SCOTCH PLAINS - 9 room custom split on builder’s acre, This beautiful Victorian home in a wonderful location This beautiful, mint condition home boasts 4/5 Bedrooms, erty, CAC, 2 car garage, great new Kitchen. Call for more info. spacious rooms, fpl, 2-attached garage, 2-1/2 Baths, new tim- boasts 9 rooms, 5 Bedrooms and 1½ Baths. This home 2 full Baths & attached garage and features an Eat-in $429,000 (052-NEW) berline roof, deck leading to prof. landscaped grounds. No rea- also features a large wrap around porch with screened Kitchen, an enormous (20’x25’) Great Room with ca- enclosure, Master Bedroom with double & single clos- thedral ceilings and skylights, large (25’x16’) Master sonable offer refused. Call for more info. $419,000 (052-7503) ets, large Eat-in Kitchen, 1st floor Laundry, Formal Din- Suite including a Master Bath with Jacuzzi and skylights. ing Room, 100 amp electrical service, all on a large 50’ This home also features central air conditioning, a full BUY FOR $2560 x 200’ lot. finished basement with fireplace and Powder Room. WESTFIELD - $359,000 WESTFIELD - $349,000 New Listing! Classic Colonial style home New Listing! Presenting a nicely updated, set on deep property within walking dis- expanded split level home with three Bed- tance to town and transportation. This 8 rooms, one full and one half Baths. This room, 4 Bedroom home has beautifully home features an oversized state-of-the-art restored chestnut woodwork, entry vesti- Kitchen with skylights, Family Room off bule, Eat-in Kitchen with dishwasher and the Kitchen, Living Room with fireplace, gas range, formal Dining Room, Living hardwood floors, picture window in Liv- Room with fireplace and one car detached ing Room, butler’s pantry, cove moldings, garage. The roof was replaced in 1990 and built-ins in den, 100 amp electric service, COLONIAL APPEAL INDIAN FOREST the heat is radiator hot water. Call today and central air conditioning. Call today for SCOTCH PLAINS-Call today to see this wonderful 4 Bedroom, WESTFIELD-Gracious expanded Ranch on sprawling prop- SCOTCH PLAINS $339,000 SCOTCH PLAINS $275,000 3.5 Bath home featuring new windows, & cedar Impressions vi- erty, 5 Bedrooms, 3-1/2 Baths. Make this elegant home yours. for further information! further information! nyl siding. In ground pool, brick fireplace, new driveway with New Listing! Grade level Split home on cul-de-sac in New Listing! Custom built Cape Cod style home offers Call for more info. $825,000 (052-7650) move-in condition offers 4 Bedrooms & 1½ Baths. This 4 Bedrooms, 2 full Baths and attached garage. This home belgian block. Central vac. 2 zone CAC, finished Rec. Room in home features an interior recently painted, hardwood features an In-law Suite, Living Room with fireplace, basement. Plus more. Call for appointment. $475,000 (052-7538) floors except in Family Room & basement, central air Eat-in Kitchen with Pantry, loft above In-law suite, hard- conditioning, full finished basement with Rec Room and wood floors, central air conditioning, 220 volt electric Office. service, and electronic air cleaner. Judy Bell, Jerry Bonnetti, Fran Comstock, Janet DeFiore, Barbara Doherty, Tammie Hamill, Carmen Imgrund, William Jordan, Brian Kastner, Jennifer D. Love, Roger Love, Kelly Micklo, William Moffitt, Karen Roman, Genoveva Smith, Janet Sonntag, Lauren Stravach, Miriam Tedesco, Cheryl Wilkinson, Carol Wood Each Office Independently Owned And Operated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

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WESTFIELD Talking Business Messercola Bros. Building Co., enue, $220,000. Inc. to John T. and Karen Phillips, John Marino to Brendan Mcnamara 111 Hamilton Avenue, $540,000. and Maureen Mcnamara, 1356 The Westfield law firm of * * * * * Myra S. Winer to Anthony and Graymill Drive, $365,000. Lindabury, McCormick & Dr. Jeanine B. Downie, a board Debra Cerami, 181 Lincoln Road, Jeffrey Kowalczyk to Thomas Estabrook was named the Mid-Size certified dermatologist who was in $500,000. Marta and Melissa Stryker, 2089 Company of the Year by the Union practice in Westfield before opening Estate of Raymond F. Obrock to Princeton Avenue, $250,000. County Chamber of Commerce at her own office, appeared on “The Craig and Bonnie Glover, 11 Carol Joyce Gardner to Franklin Silva, the Chamber’s 89th annual dinner View” with Barbara Walters on ABC Road, $385,000. 408 Jerusalem Road, $226,000. held on Wednesday, January 24, at Television on January 17. She dis- Gary and Joan Fox to Michael L. FANWOOD L’Affaire in Mountainside. cussed the latest medical, surgical and Donna S. Canavan, 854 Guillermo Alvarez to Stephen With 38 attorneys on staff, and laser treatments for scars and Shadowlawn Drive, $602,000. Drost, 146 North Avenue, $326,000. Lindabury, McCormick & Estabrook keloids. William and Rita Villane to Steven Jose Berrios to Wei Liao and is the largest general practice law She is the director of the Image Pomerantz, 753 Clarence Street, Meichun Pan, 2 Gere Place, firm in Union County. Dermatology in Montclair. Dr. $550,000. $272,500. The Chamber also recognized Brownie has also appeared on Fox Peter J. Angelo to Richard B. and Carl Acosta to Julius Remenar and Toresco Enterprises, owners of Live, Good Day New York, Comcast Julie Fetter, 541 First Street, Jennifer Havard, 68 Portland Avenue, Autoland, and J. Vero & Associates, Network’s “On Call” and News 12 $277,500. $241,000. Hye-Young Choi a marketing firm, as large and small New Jersey as a medical consultant. 123 South LLC to Westfield New Edward Davis to Eric Horgan and companies of the year, respectively. Cheryl Horgan-Stein, 79 Hunter Av- Media Center, LLC, 123 South Av- * * * * * enue, East, $630,000. enue, $335,000. Westfield resident David M. SCOTCH PLAINS Joseph Grebe to Scott Smith and Hye-Young Choi Named Wildstein, a shareholder with the Deidre Davis to John Marino and Emily Smith, 160 North Avenue, Woodbridge-based law firm of Lorraine Marino, 30 Harwich Court, $360,000. Associate of Year in Town Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, has $218,000. Frederick Maichow to Louis been selected for The Best Lawyers Irene Perello to Janet Manfredonia Zambrio and Christine Zambrio, 39 in America. and Robert Friscia, 345 Cook Av- Waldon Road, $227,000. For Seventh Straight Year Published since 1983, Best Law- yers is a referral guide to the legal Enrichment Foundation Funds WESTFIELD — The Westfield consecutive year Ms. Choi has earned profession. office of Coldwell Banker Residen- this title. Mr. Wildstein concentrates his tial Brokerage has announced that “Being the best in any office is a practice in the area of family law. He Projects in Classrooms Hye-Young Choi has achieved the major accomplishment for an asso- received his law degree from the coveted position of “Top Associate ciate,” stated Michael Scott, Seton Hall University School of SCOTCH PLAINS – Annually, the to supporting educational opportuni- of the Year.” This marks the seventh Westfield Office Manager. School of Law and holds a bachelor’s Enrichment Foundation of Scotch ties for students in the community. “To maintain that excellence for degree from Lafayette College. Mario C. Gurrieri Plains-Fanwood, Inc., awards grants In addition to awarding grants to public notice seven years and to remain number 1 * * * * * * * * * * to teachers for developing creative and teachers, the Foundation also presents in our company’s best office is an The law firm of Dughi, Hewit and an annual award to recognize an indi- BOARD OF EDUCATION enriching learning opportunities for WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY amazing accomplishment,” said Mr. Palatucci has named Mario C. students in Scotch Plains-Fanwood vidual or individuals who have made Scott. “Hye-Young is also one of the Gurrieri outstanding contributions to the devel- NOTICE TO BIDDERS of Westfield as a partner in schools. top five sales agents among the 3,000 the firm. Bernadette Hoyer, Pre-K Title 1 opment of youth and the support of Sealed proposals will be received by the currently associated with Coldwell Mr. Gurrieri, a Columbia Univer- Teacher at Brunner Elementary School, educational opportunities in the com- Board of Education, Westfield, New Jersey, Banker New Jersey, as well.” is one of this year’s grant recipients. munity. at the Board of Education Office, 302 Elm sity Law School graduate, has prac- Street, Westfield, New Jersey, 07090, at Mr. Scott said Ms. Choi’s success ticed law 28 years at Snevily, Ely, Her project, “Building Bridges Be- Foundation President Sally 11:00 A.M. (Prevailing Time) on February can be attributed to her extensive knowl- tween School and Home,” features Hogan may be contacted at (908) Williams & Gurrieri in Westfield. 20, 2001 at which time bids will be opened edge of the real estate business and her He specializes in all aspects of take-home kits that invite children and 889-4361 for additional informa- and read aloud for: “extraordinary personal skills.” family members to read a book selection about the Foundation. Tax de- “WINDOW REPLACEMENT AND family law matters including divorce tion and engage in related activities ductible donations to aid the orga- RELATED WORK AT EDISON IN- “She knows the market she serves issues such as custody, visitation, using a variety of materials. nization in continuing its work are TERMEDIATE SCHOOL, REAR in-depth and treats every client with a alimony, child support, division of SECTION, R-2022” delicate balance of sensitivity, caring The Enrichment Foundation of welcome. Donations may be mailed Plans and Specifications will be available assets, post divorce issues, pre-mari- Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Inc. is a non- to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood En- on February 9, 2001. and understanding,” Mr. Scott stated. tal agreements, palimony situations richment Foundation, P.O. Box 621, Plans, Specifications, form of bid, con- Even while serving a large client profit organization that is dedicated to David M. Wildstein and mediation. fostering educational excellence and Scotch Plains, 07076. tract and bond for the proposed work and base, Ms. Choi managed to achieve a Mr. Gurrieri has been a member of other Contract Documents thereto, as pre- 100 percent Customer Service Satis- pared by M. Disko Associates, are on file in Bernadette M. Stoecker, an em- the Union County Early Settlement their offices at 151 Sumner Avenue, faction rating for 2000. She was the ployee for the Rossi Funeral Home Arbitration Panel since its inception SUSAN CHECCHIO Kenilworth, New Jersey 07033, and may be number one agent in Union County in Scotch Plains, has been re-ap- 20 years ago. Sales Associate examined at the office of M. Disko Associ- four times in the past 10 months and pointed to the Board of Mortuary The law firm has offices in Cranford ates during normal business hours. led her office in the total number of NJAR Million Dollar Club - Silver 1998 - 2000 Bidders will be furnished with a copy of Science of New Jersey by outgoing and Marlton. homes successfully marketed. Governor Christine Todd Whitman. the Plans and Specifications by the Engi- * * * * * E-mail: [email protected] neer, upon proper notice and payment of a James G. Trautwein, an Allstate check for $60.00 Sixty (dollars), payable to Kindergarten Parent Faith Maricic Earns M. DISKO ASSOCIATES, said cost being New Jersey Insurance Corporation the reproduction price of the documents Westfield Office Orientation Meeting NJAR Gold Award agent with the Westfield office, is and is not returnable. among an elite group of Allstate 209 Central Ave. Proposal forms (as contained in the Speci- WESTFIELD — Faith Maricic and Planned in SP-Fanwood agents who recently earned the title (908) 233-5555 fications) provide for the awarding of all the Carol Tener, sales associates at the ext. 199 work to the lowest qualified bidder under a SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Burgdorff ERA Westfield office, have of Personal Financial Representa- single contract. Plains-Fanwood school district has earned the coveted New Jersey Asso- tive. The guaranty accompanying the bid shall scheduled a Kindergarten Parent Orien- A Metuchen resident, he will now be given in the amount of ten percent (10%) ciation of Realtors (NJAR) Million tation Meeting for Wednesday, March be able to provide his customers with OPEN HOUSE -SUNDAY, FEB. 11, 1-4 p.m. of the bid and may be given at the option of Dollar Sales Club Gold Achievement the bidder by a Certified Check, or Bid Bond 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of variable annuity, variable life and 104 BLOOMINGDALE AVENUE Terrill Middle School. Award for production of over $10 from a reputable insurance company. million in 2000. mutual fund products, in addition to All bidders must be prequalified in accor- The purpose of the meeting is to re- traditional life insurance products. dance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, as Ms. Maricic achieved a total pro- view the Kindergarten Inventory and He received his new title after pass- amended by Chapter 188, Laws of 1968 as duction volume of more than $11.8 highlight aspects of the Kindergarten ing a series of securities license ex- set forth in Instructions to Bidders. Curriculum. million for the year. Labor in connection with the project shall This is the third consecutive year ams and completing an extensive be paid not less than wages as listed in All interested parents, nursery school Allstate training curriculum. In ad- Prevailing Wage Rate Determination, pur- Ms. Maricic has been recognized personnel and community members are dition, Mr. Trautwein has also been suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey invited to the session. with the NJAR Gold Achievement Laws of 1963, or the U. S. Department of Award. She has qualified for the appointed with the broker dealer, Labor Wage Determinations, whichever are public notice Allstate Financial Services, LLC. higher for each class of labor. NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 14 Bidders are required to comply with the re- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS times and she and Ms. Tener are quirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). PLANNING BOARD among a select group of sales associ- Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, in compli- ates in the NJAR Distinguished Sales tion for a period not to exceed Sixty (60) days ance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Club. from the date of the opening of Bids for the that the Master Plan Review Committee of purpose of reviewing the bids and investi- the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch A real estate professional for 14 gating the qualifications of bidders, prior to Plains will hold a public meeting on Mon- years, Ms. Maricic has been ranked Cranford-This charming cape cod located close to schools offers 4 Bedrooms awarding of the Contract. day, February 12, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., in as one of the top sales associates in and 2 full Baths. Living Room, Dining Room, hardwood floors, updated The Board of Education reserves the right Conference Room No. 202, second floor, the state and the number one sales Kitchen, and first floor Family Room provide the perfect setting for your to reject any or all bids if in its judgment the Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch public interest will be served by so doing. Plains, for “Across the Table” discussions associates in the Westfield Office for family. Offered for $319,000. WSF-0050 By order of the Board of Education, concerning the Draft for the Revised Master six consecutive years. Additionally, Westfield, New Jersey. Plan for the Township. she is a member of the Burgdorff Robert A. Berman Barbara Horev ERA President’s Council, which rec- Board Secretary Secretary to the Planning Board Sales Associate 1 T – 2/8/01, The Leader Fee: $56.61 1 T – 2/08/01, The Times Fee: $15.30 ognizes the company’s top 17 sales associates. Ms. Tener has qualified for the NJAR Million Sales Club 16 times in Westfield Office her real estate career. 1994 – 2000 209 Central Ave • (908) 233-5555 James G. Trautwein [email protected]

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Cranford -Spacious Center Hall Colonial INDIAN FOREST featuring an entrance WESTFIELD-Quality home in a gracious setting. Formal Living Room foyer, living room with WESTFIELD $910,000 and Dining Room. Kitchen and Family Room both have fireplaces. 4 fireplace, formal din- Quality NEW ENGLAND Colonial in Wychwood near Echo Lake C.C. golf course. Bedrooms, 21/2 Baths, Library on ground level. A lovely Florida Room ing room,Eat-In Charm and elegance, this home offers 4 Bedrooms, 3-1/2 Baths, beautiful FR Kitchen and attached add. w/Dutch doors to terrace w/elec. awning. MBR w/luxurious Bath w/ lrg overlooking deck w/hot tub all on almost 1/2 acre of land. A Must See soak. Tub, cozy Library w/corner frplc, DR w/bay, LR w/frplc & wood storage $649,000 WSF 0036 Family Room. 4 large Bedrooms and a master Bath. A finished base- and Kit with sep Brkfst Room. New ’98 CAC, updt plumb & elec. 2 car garage, ment with plenty of storage space completes this wonderful home. beautifully landscaped yard. WSF-9187 Offered at $429,000 TH OPEN HOUSE • SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 • 1-4PM 17 ALLENBY LANE, SCOTCH PLAINS Scotch Plains Beauti- ful Center Hall Colo- nial located on a quite cul-de-sac in Woodland Estates. Enter into a formal entrance foyer and notice 9' ceilings leading into sunny Liv- SCOTCH PLAINS $625,000 GRACIOUS LIVING ing Room on one side Sunny, spacious 4 Bedroom Ranch, 3-1/2 Baths. Updated gourmet Kitchen w/ WESTFIELD-Set on a cul de sac and in and a Dining Room, on center Isle, EI Area. MBR Suite w/Bi-Ins, Jacuzzi Bath. LR w/beam Cathedral walking distance to Franklin School. Tradi- ceiling. DR w/slider to deck, FR w/frplc. Full Basement w/Rec Rm, Bath, BR. the other. This house features a very large Family tional home in beautiful setting with a spa- Office, Inground Pool/Gazebo 2 car Room, Eat-ln-Kitchen with an island bar and but- garage on a quiet Cul de Sac. Short walk cious entrance hall leading to Living Room, lers pantry. 4 Bedrooms master Bedroom with a to Elem & Middle Schs. Dining Room, Kitchen and Family Room w/ sitting area. Much more Offered at $549,000 Westfield Office Fplc. 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, Rec. Room 209 Central Avenue with lots of storage. $645,000 WSF 0037 (908) 233-5555 ext #169 Ann M. Lacey-Castaldo www.westfieldnjhomes.com Carla Capuano Sales Associate Sales Associate Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. 908-233-5555Ext 146 Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. NJAR Million Dollar Club 1987-1995, 1998-1999 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, February 8, 2001 Page 21 Boy Scout Sunday Observance Woman’s Club to Hear Talk To be Held at Baptist Church By Classical Studies Professor SCOTCH PLAINS — Boy Scouts scouts will also set up displays about WESTFIELD — “Florence – The author of seven books, the from Troop No. 104 of Scotch Plains their organization in the church’s Cradle of the Renaissance” will be latest of which is “A Catholic’s Guide will participate in the annual obser- Fellowship Hall. The congregation the topic of Professor Frank J. to Rome,” Professor Korn spent a vance of Boy Scout Sunday on Feb- will be invited to join the scouts for Korn’s slide presentation to the year at the American Academy in ruary 11 at the Scotch Plains Baptist refreshments and to see the displays Woman’s Club of Westfield at the Rome as a Fulbright Scholar during Church, located at 333 Park Av- after the service. club’s General Meeting on Mon- 1969-1970. He was awarded the enue. During the worship service, day, February 12, at the First Con- Princeton Prize for Distinguished The scouts will provide a color church member and Scout Master/ gregational Church of Westfield on Teaching in 1982. guard for the presentation of the Leader Cleveland Bowser will be Elmer Street. Hostesses of the tea following the United States and Christian flags. honored. He has served youth in Professor Korn, who is Assis- program will be members of the As part of the service to honor the Scotch Plains for more than 20 years tant Professor of Classical Studies Woman’s Club’s Art Department. scouting program, the congregation by leading and supporting the at Seton Hall University in South Guests are always welcome to will be invited to participate in recit- township’s scouting program. Orange, will give his talk follow- attend Woman’s Club meetings, and A DAY OF BEAUTY…Students from the European Academy of Cosmetology ing the Pledge of Allegiance and the For more information, please call ing the club’s business meeting at are asked to call (908) 654-3946 for in Union recently visited the Sage Spend-A-Day adult day health center in pledge to the Christian flag. (908) 322-5487. 1 p.m. further information. Berkeley Heights and treated clients to manicures and hair styling. Pictured Led by scout Timothy Lee, the receiving manicures, left to right, are: Josephine Pellicone of Scotch Plains, Dorothy Sliva of Maplewood and Jean Cifelli of Mountainside. The students, Rutgers Cooperative pictured left to right, are: Yumari Vazquez, Natalie Rosa and Janina Jerez. To Present Class TURN OF THE CENTURY COLONIAL Business Women to Hear On Food and Nutrition WESTFIELD – Rutgers Coopera- tive Extension of Union County will Talk by Ophthalmologist offer a new foods and nutrition class entitled “Eat Well for the Health of AREA – The Berkeley Heights/ ence in advanced corneal procedures It” on Tuesday, February 20, from 7 Clark/Westfield Business and Pro- and has been performing Laser Vi- to 9 p.m. at the Union County Ad- fessional Women’s (BCW/BPW) sion Correction surgery since its ap- ministration Building, located at 300 monthly dinner meeting will be held proval in the United States. North Avenue, East, in Westfield. on Tuesday, February 20, at the Holi- BCW/BPW is part of BPW/NJ and The class will update participants day Inn, located at 36 Valley Road in BPW/USA. The organization pro- concerning the latest information on Clark. motes professional growth, individual nutrition and will help them evaluate Networking will begin at 6:30 p.m., development, personal empowerment their personal dietary intake and then with dinner to start at 7 p.m. Non- and legislative awareness. plan for needed changes in their diet members are welcome to attend. Advance reservations are recom- to maintain a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Marta Lopatynsky, a board- mended. The cost of the dinner is $22 The cost of the class is $5 for certified ophthalmologist specializ- per person. The deadline for making materials. To register for this class, ing in corneal and refractive surgery, reservations is Friday, February 16. please call Cathy Forsythe at (908) will speak about Laser Vision Cor- For reservations and information, 654-9854. rection. She has extensive experi- please call Gerry at (908) 276-9502. All Rutgers Cooperative Exten- sion classes are open to the public without regard to race, religion, color, Westfield Board of Health national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, mari- tal status or status as a special dis- Announces Meeting Dates abled veteran or veteran of the Viet- WESTFIELD – During the An- March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, nam era. nual Reorganization meeting of the September 10, October 1, November Westfield-Situated on a wide tree-lined street this restored Center Hall Dutch Westfield Board of Health, held on 5 and December 3. There will be no Colonial invites you onto its duel-entry wraparound porch. Step through the January 18, the following meeting meetings in February, July or August. Holy Trinity Seniors original chestnut front door into the generous entrance hall. French doors schedule was established for 2001: All of the meetings will begin at To Meet February 12 connect the Living Room to a Family Room addition with its two separate Meetings will be held on Mondays, 5:30 p.m., with the exception of the WESTFIELD – The monthly meet- entrances to the large Kitchen. Sized for entertaining, the Dining Room has a September meeting, which is sched- ing of the Senior Social Club of the corner cupboard with leaded glass and a walk in bay with diamond paned Interfaith Singles uled for 5 p.m. They will be held in Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church windows. Completing the first floor are a mud/utility room, separate Kitchen Reveals Calendar the Administrative Conference Room in Westfield will be held on Monday, dining area, and new powder room. of the Westfield Municipal Building, February 12, at 1:30 p.m. in the The second floor, which is accessable by both a front and back staircase, has located at 425 East Broad Street. Of February Meetings gymnasium/auditorium of the el- five Bedrooms, extra closet space, and two full baths. The third floor boasts a WESTFIELD – Interfaith Singles, Donald Seeley Spends ementary school. Attendees are asked guest Bedroom with full Bath as well as an oversized storage room. a support group for single adults over to use the side entrance on First Call John for details. Offered at $1,095,000 WSF 0041 age 45, holds weekly discussions on Semester at Sea Street. A speaker from the Westfield Fire successful single living. Continental WESTFIELD – Gettysburg Col- John Aslanian breakfast is available and a $2 dona- Department will discuss home safety, tion is requested. lege in Gettysburg, Pa. reported that especially for the elderly. Sales Associate Westfield Office Meetings will be held on Sundays, Donald Seeley of Westfield is partici- On Monday, March 19, there will 2000 NJAR Million Dollar Club 209 Central Avenue February 11, 18 and 25, from 9 to pating in the University of Pittsburgh’s be a bus trip to “The Brownstone” in Silver Level (908) 233-5555 10:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, “Semester at Sea” program during West Paterson for a luncheon and located at 170 Elm Street in Westfield. the spring 2001 semester. entertainment. In addition, St. Patrick For further information, please call Donald is a member of the Class of will be honored at the club’s regular Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. (908) 889-5265 or (908) 889-4751. 2002 at Gettysburg College. meeting in March. COLDWELL BANKER& E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE

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REALTOR¨ © 2000 Coldwell Banker Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, February 8, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Fanwood’s Kevin St. Onge To Join Symphony Auction FANWOOD – On Saturday, Feb- Orchestra (NJSO) to benefit young ruary 24, Fanwood resident Kevin New Jersey musicians. Serving as St. Onge will take part in an auction, the ticket sales chairperson on the hosted by the New Jersey Symphony auction committee, he has taken on the task of increasing ticket sales for this event. David Cayer to Discuss The auction will commemorate the 26th Anniversary of its Young ™ GrGrGreat Jazz VVeat ocalistsocalistsocalists Artists Auditions. Since 1975, this POPCORN program has nurtured and encour- & WESTFIELD – Great jazz vocal- aged the next generation of artists by ShadoShadoShadow of The VVw ampirampirampireee ists will be featured in the next event of providing them with a supportive the Westfield Lecture Series, to take place environment in which to display their on Thursday, February 15, at 7:30 p.m. A MetMetA hod to His Madness The lecture, accompanied by historic accomplishments. This season, four young finalists By Michael S. Goldberger recordings, will be presented in the Par- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent ish House of The Presbyterian Church in from the competition will perform with the NJSO on Wednesday, March Westfield, 140 Moun- 3 popcorns tain Avenue. The event 21. ture comforts of their Berlin studio to humble is free. Featured auction items include an Shadow of The Vampire brazenly flirts and realistic locations in Czechoslovakia. The discussion will overnight fishing adventure, several with both sides of your brain — enchanting Murnau’s eager assistants, who wear long survey the history of weekend getaways and walk-on roles one lobe and confounding the other. lab coats and address him as Herr Doctor, The sensible you dismisses as absurd this have their curiosity aroused, but that’s all. jazz vocalists, from the on “The Practice,” “Law & Order,” They’re used to the unorthodox and creative pioneer singers of the and “Frasier.” The auction will be fanciful faux docudrama about the making of the silent horror classic, Nosferatu (1922). wiles of their artistic boss. And though some 1920s to a sampling of held from 7 to 11 p.m. on February After all, it’s too farfetched, not to mention an emit a note of anxiety when Willem Dafoe as today’s young stars. 24 at Mayfair Farms in West Orange. affront to the memory of those film pioneers the hideous Schreck makes his first appear- David Cayer The event will include For tickets or further information, it chronicles. But the more adventurous you is ance, they are for the most part too self- rare film clips and re- please call Mindy Cohen and Rebecca infatuated with the implausibly outlandish obsessed to immediately realize what has cordings of classical performances by Stark at (908) 322-1100. premise that fuels director E. Elias Merhige’s alighted in their midst. Only Udo Kier, as Bessie Smith, Louis Armstrong and Fats haunting homage to filmmaker F.W. Murnau. producer Albin Grau, looks on at the hideous Waller. Just bring on the insanity, sez you. You specter and blankly opines, “He’s not from Taped performances by Billie Holi- don’t mind the liberties screenwriter Steven Reinhardt’s company.” day, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and Katz takes. If it’s the director’s contention that The audience isn’t quite so nonchalant, as Betty Carter will be presented as well. Local Residents Audition the German expressionist at the center of his well they shouldn’t be. Dafoe’s physical and David Cayer, who will present the For Scholarships at NJPAAACCC tale was able to achieve realism by actually emotional re-creation of the pointy-eared program, teaches American Studies and hiring a 400-year-old vampire to play the title monster that Max Schreck brought to life (or Music at Rutgers University. He also NEWARK –Residents from role, who are you to argue? death, depending on your take) is frighten- Fanwood, Mountainside, Westfield and This is certainly among the strangest back- ingly accurate. serves as co-editor of the Annual Review Remember though, technically this isn’t of Jazz Studies, published by the Rutgers Scotch Plains participated in a 12-hour day stage sagas ever told. As the film opens, John Malkovich’s Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau, al- Dracula. Bram Stoker’s wife wouldn’t sell Institute of Jazz Studies. of auditions for scholarships and openings the movie rights. So they called him Count in its acclaimed arts training programs at the ready Berlin’s acknowledged film genius, The Westfield Lecture Series is spon- tells the cast and crew his plan. Max Schreck, Orlock/Nosferatu and made minor story sored by the Westfield Foundation and New Jersey Performing Arts Center changes. Mrs. Stoker sued anyway and, after (NJPAC) on Sunday, February 4. SWEET SOUNDS…Harpist Joanne Christine Hansen of Mountainside per- his title player and the penultimate The Westfield Y. In upcoming months, formed for the residents and patients of Runnells Specialized Hospital of Union Stanislavskian, will appear only for his scenes, a successful run, Pan Graf Films wound up two film directors will discuss and present These youngsters included Laine and then always in full makeup. Oh...and it’ll burning all the prints (of course, boot copies Bonstein of Fanwood, Greg Trimmer of County, Berkeley Heights. Her performance was part of a series held at their work. Runnells through the Music For All Seasons Program of Scotch Plains. The only be at night. survived — yup, even then). But no matter, The series is made possible by the Mountainside, Victoria Fosdal and Reputedly, he cut his, er, acting teeth, in the even if you’ve never seen the original — Adam Biner of Scotch Plains and Gilad program provides therapeutic performances for those who are usually unable Union County Board of Chosen Free- to hear live, top quality, professional music. The series was made possible great Max Reinhardt’s acting troupe. And everyone instantly recognizes who this chill- holders through a HEART Grant admin- Edelman, Alicia Fairfax, Nina Subhas, then further ruffling his company’s feathers, ingly back lit demon is. Lindsay-Rose Sinclair and Kevin Ander- through the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders’ HEART Grant istered by the Union County Division of Program. the director whisks them away from the crea- For no vampire movie retrospective be- Cultural and Heritage Affairs. The Feb- son of Westfield. gins without startling images of this ghastly ruary program was developed and funded granddaddy of them all. Utterly despicable, he smirks with unholy satisfaction, amused by the New Jersey Council for the Hu- by his shockingly repellent self. manities, a state partner of the National Westfield Symphony Orchestra to Recognize Dafoe has a great time with the stunningly Endowment for the Humanities. Antique ShoShoAntique w, SaleSalew, lurid role. And check out the digit extensions. For more information, please call Dave There isn’t a receptionist in the Greater Met- Mueller at The Westfield Y, (908) 233- Slated in Chathamhamham Westfield Foundation at 2001 Gala in March ropolitan Area has anything on this Nosferatu. 2700, Extension No. 233. Equipped with those legendary long finger- CHATHAM – The Chatham WESTFIELD — The Westfield There will also be a 50/50 raffle. are $25 each. Tickets are available nails, pallid and soiled by centuries of skull- United Methodist Church will hold Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will Tickets to the 2001 Gala will be now and will be on sale at the duggery, delightful Willem exploits this sym- its 45th Annual Antique Show and Craft, Collectible commemorate The Westfield Foun- $150 per person and raffle tickets WSO’s office at (908) 232- 9400. bolic prop for all its freakish worth. Sale at the church, 460 Main Street dation at the WSO’s annual gala, Clutching these finger fangs to his breast ShoShoShow On TTw apapap on Tuesday, February 20, from 11 the way a Geisha might nuzzle her fan, he a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Wednesday, “Swingin’ on a Star,” on Saturday, imbues his monster with a strangely offset- CLARK – The Rosary Society of February 21, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 3, at 7 p.m. at The Hilton at Barefoot in The Park to Begin ting coquetry. But in trying to understand St. John the Apostle Roman Catholic Approximately 36 dealers will ex- Short Hills. him, don’t mistake his curious vanity with the Church in Clark/Linden will sponsor The Westfield Foundation has mortal variety. This isn’t the sad, old, roman- a Flea Market, Craft and Collectible hibit a variety of antiques including ticized vampire who longs for human love or furniture, clocks, oil paintings, dolls, provided funding to the WSO since This Weekend at CDC Show Indoors/Outdoors on Sunday, CRANFORD – A trio of talented Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the ultimate peace of death. February 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. textiles and decorative accessories 1984 through various grants pro- There is no moment of Homo sapien on two floors of the church, with viding educational programs, con- performers, Amy Lane Watson of Montclair State University. He writes, warmth within this cold-blooded fiend. To The event will take place in the Clark Fanwood, Alan Niebuhr of Belleville directs and has studied voice and Municipal Building, 430 Westfield elevator accessibility. certs and equipment. The most no- underestimate or attempt to ingratiate your- and Carolee Ashwell-Pross of dance professionally. Mr. Niebuhr self with him is a sign of weakness. After Avenue, Clark. Over 75 qualified The donation of $5 will allow un- table educational program, the limited visits to the event. A lun- Metuchen, will take the stage in Neil will portray Paul Bratter, Corie’s curdling your blood with fear, he will bite dealers will vend new and used mer- WSO Caravan, brings symphonic you. In short, he is the essence of uncompro- chandise. cheon and dinner are also slated. Simon’s Barefoot in The Park, be- husband. performances personally con- ginning this weekend, February 9 Ms. Ashwell-Pross, who will play mising evil. Sound a little like your boss? ducted by Music Director and Con- and 10 and continuing on February widowed homemaker Ethel Banks, Gosh, what some of us put up with for a great 401K plan. ductor David Wroe to schools, 16, 17, 23 and 24 at the Cranford has been acting since her sophomore Other players have just about as much fun nursing homes and facilities for Dramatic Club (CDC). year in high school. She holds a with their portrayals, especially John the physically and emotionally Ms. Watson has been perform- Bachelor of Science Degree in Com- Malkovich in his studious depiction of the handicapped. ing on stage since age 8 and gradu- munications/Broadcast Journalism F.W. Murnau persona. It is Berlin....Europe “The Westfield residents are for- ated with a Bachelor of Arts De- and Drama. between the wars. Cabaret and all that. And gree in Theater Production from She has performed in A Little Night thus aside from being a great director, com- tunate to have a symphony of such the University of Delaware. She is Music, Cabaret, I Love My Wife, pletely and effetely full of himself, he is an high caliber,” said Dr. Gerald J. flirting with the idea of forming Lovers and Other Strangers, and Steel imbiber of his era’s decadence. In a way, he is Glasser, Westfield Foundation her own theatre company some- Magnolias at local theaters. the other monster. The kind that contends Chairman of the Grants Commit- society should sanction his behavior. Surely day. She will portray Corie Bratter, All performances will be held at 8 he must be accorded dispensation for his tee and President of the Board of the bubbling newlywed, in the p.m. All tickets are $15. Tickets and social trespasses by virtue of the inestimable Trustees. “The Westfield Founda- CDC production. further information are available by good his vision will do for mankind. tion is honored to assist The Mr. Niebuhr has performed in Eq- calling (908) 276-7611. The CDC is The difference is, Malkovich’s Murnau is Westfield Symphony Orchestra in uity Summer stock in La Cage Aux located at 78 Winans Avenue in not inherently evil. Convinced of his mission, Folles and Master Class. He holds a Cranford. the film pioneer has appointed himself the its efforts to bring the world’s keeper of posterity. greatest music home to the And in his zeal to preserve on celluloid this Westfield community.” vampire-turned-method actor extraordinaire, The Westfield Foundation, Musical Club Schedules he winds up biting off more than he can chew, to coin a phrase. founded in 1975, is a tax-exempt Eventually, the film’s two forces go at alliance of individual funds estab- Valentine’s Day Program loggerheads. The climax approaches. The lished by local citizens to provide sparks fly. Man against beast, with a pretty financial and other support for com- girl, actress Greta Schroeder (Catherine munity needs. The foundation is WESTFIELD – The McCormack) as Nosferatu’s heart’s desire, Musical Club of Westfield thrown in for good measure. Naturally, or one of the more than 550 commu- will convene in the sanctu- rather, unnaturally, the cast and crew are not nity foundations across the coun- ary of the First Baptist immune to the cataclysmic fallout. The blood try. Many of the funds are held as Church, 170 Elm Street, flows. The body count mounts. permanent endowments. Westfield on Wednesday, Yet in an operatically self-effacing statement about the towering arrogance of art, the “The Westfield Symphony Or- February 14, at 1 p.m. cameras keep rolling. Whew! Pretty nutty chestra is grateful for all of the Program Chairwoman stuff. Westfield Foundation’s support Edna Borchers has an- Thinking what price glory, such sang- nounced that first violin over the past sixteen years,” said froid has us abashed. But hey, none of this is Lubove Schnable, second true, is it? Well, not all of it, right? Schreck Stephen E. Barcan, WSO Board of violin Vivien Lopez, viola lived until 1936 and made a few more films. Trustees President. “The various Victor Bauer, cellist Leo And yes, he had been with Reinhardt. Won- grants have provided the Westfield Wang, and bass viol Wil- der if Actor’s Equity knew he was a vampire? Symphony Orchestra with the op- liam Holaday will perform Anyway, if he has any living relatives, what portunity to perform and teach Johann Sebastian Bach’s THEY’VE GOT RHYTHM…The Musical Club of must they think of this outrageous conten- Westfield will convene in the sanctuary of the First tion? DISCOURAGING HATRED…During the last week of February, Union County music to all ages.” “Concerto for Two Vio- College will host “Overcoming Hatred/Creating Community,” a series of events lins,” Vivace, Largo ma Baptist Church, 170 Elm Street, Westfield on Wednes- Insofar as the golden boy is concerned, he open to the community dedicated to creating a more civil society through an The Swingin’ on a Star gala will nontropo and Allegro. day, February 14, at 1 p.m. for a wonderful program is credited with influencing a very young understanding of the roots of hatred. From Monday, February 26, to Thursday, be an evening of excitement as Mezzo-Soprano Barbara of varied music selections. Carolle-Ann Mochernuk Alfred Hitchcock when he studied under him March 1, an Art and Photography Exhibit will be on display in the Tomasulo Art guests swing dance to the tunes of Krause, accompanied by and Paul Kueter, duo-pianists, will perform. in Berlin. Eventually making it to Holly- Gallery in the Kenneth MacKay Library. The works are on loan from the New wood, he had notable success with Fox, and Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and Marie-Danielle Mercier at in the South Seas continued his Jersey State Museum in Trenton and the Harezma Foundation Collection. The Artie Shaw performed by the piano, will sing “Una voce groundbreaking work with location filmmak- pieces, similar to the one pictured above, will depict the Holocaust and other Michael Mark band. fa,” Catavina from “Il Barbiere di Siviglia” will include “I Got Rhythm,” “Love ing. A little while later, F.W. Murnau’s still examples of persecution. by Gioachino Rossini and “Let My Song Walked In,” “Fascinating Rhythm,” The gala will include gourmet young life and brilliance were snuffed out by Fill Your Heart” and “When I Have Sung “My One and Only,” “S Wonderful,” a car accident in California. dinner, cocktails, a silent as well as The Westfield Lecture Series Thursday, February 15th My Songs” by Ernest Charles. and “Rhapsody in Blue.” Hence it is apparent that director E. Elias live auction featuring the humor of Duo-pianists Carolle-Ann Hospitality Chairwoman Margaret Merhige’s preposterously unconventional Presents: @ 7:30 pm Jon Bramnick, who is fast becom- Mochernuk and Paul Kueter will play Smith will be assisted by Chhabi paean to this filmmaker captures not the de- David Cayer, Professor at Rutgers Parish House ing Central New Jersey’s definitive “Duetto” by Felix Mendleson and Biwas, Elizabeth Montag, Marianne tails of his life, but rather the spirit and shad- University & Co-Editor Presbyterian Church “Gershwiniana,” a group of songs ar- Kriman, Mary Stanke and Ms. ows of his being. And though he took his art auctioneer for notable charitable seriously, one suspects he was cynic enough of the Annual 140 Mountain Avenue ranged by Mr. Kueter. This program Borchers. Programs will be distrib- causes. uted by Caroline Holt, Carolyn Kramer to agree that Shadow of The Vampire makes Review of Jazz Studies Westfield, NJ and Aaria Hunton. for bloody good fun. For more information about the pro- * * * * * gram, please call (908) 241-6210. For Shadow of The Vampire, rated R, is a Lions details about membership, please call Gate release of a Saturn Film directed by E. Great Jazz Vocalists Membership Chairwoman Evelyn Elias Merhige and stars John Malkovich, Bleeke at (908) 232-2173. Willem Dafoe and Catherine McCormack. (including rare clips of jazz Running time: 91 minutes. artists such as Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn and Betty Carter)

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By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN and breads will be mesmerized by souri. Boasting more of a cartoony, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times each generous chapter and the ac- church cookbook type of volume, the Every Easter, my mother and I go companying photography which is variety of recipes is extraordinary. through the usual scramble of find- top quality. Eggs laced with Louisiana hot & ing the perfect pickled egg recipe to Specially ordered by the sauce, jalapeños, and traditional pick- sate my father’s craving. Smithsonian Institute and notable ling spices may be chosen among His doctor, who constantly advises bookstores nationwide, this cook- other recipes with orange zested eggs, him to “trim the fat” so to speak book contains more than basic reci- red and green peppers, and even would rather have us scour for low pes and pretty pictures, but an abun- string beans and cinnamon sticks. fat recipes. dant history of the milling and bread Clayton points out the nutritional In Aussie Survivor, Only StrStr, ongongong Mom has a love/hate relationship making industry and poetry. This value of the oval-shaped wonders with baked goods. She loves to eat qualifies the volume as a true and reminds the reader of how eco- them, but goes into a cold sweat coffeetable book that anyone can nomical the product may be as well. WWWill Outwit, Outlast, Outplay when trying to translate a homemade pick up and get an education from. While the laminated cover of this A Romance With Baking, Karol publication is cleverly cartooned with By STEVEN KRAKAUER ing around. Also, sorry gramps, a plucky little hen on the front, it is Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Redfern Hamper and Shelley but it’s your time to go. Odegard, Redfern Books, hardcover, not as attractively packaged and du- WESTFIELD – You want to rable as the aforementioned volumes. Look for Rodger Bingham and $50.00. know the truth about “Survivor?” Mike to get kicked off next. * * * * * Ultra-Violet’s Pickled Egg Cookbook: Take it from me. For those of you Jerri-haters, Finally, more than 40 pickled egg Plucky Prescripts from the Show-Me Some people call me a big fan, don’t worry, the woman solely recipes are ready for the savoring State, Violet S. Clayton, laminated others call me obsessed, but you responsible for Kel’s early exit will thanks to Violet S. Clayton of Mis- paper cover, $16.95. can call me the self-proclaimed be gone with her cooking buddy Survivor Genie. Keith Famie very soon. This chef heart-wrenching tales of cancer, food Last year I predicted, during addictions and survival. She becomes Episode Two, who the final three the lead character of the tome and contestants would be on Survivor we want to learn from her. Island in Palau Tiga. My choices? “If you need encouragement,” Hall First place — Sean (fifth), second writes, “I want to encourage you. No place — Rudy (third) and third problem is too big for God.” Her place- Richard (first). philosophy certainly applies to the For this year’s series, which takes simplicity of her recipes, how “budget-friendly” her suggestion are, and place in Australia, I will improve how much time each takes to pre- on my Survivor prophecy ability. pare. Here are my predictions. Hall covers all of the bases: appe- Third Place tizers, soups, salads, side dishes, en- Nick Brown. This young trees, and sweets. All 274 pages con- Harvard grad student has got it bread recipe. tain full tables of nutritional informa- going for him. He’s smart and Our problems were solved with a tion, so there is nothing to hide and strong, and lays low enough not to trio of cookbooks which recently everything to gain from a regimen of annoy people. And for all you reached offices of The Leader/The healthier eating. Times. ladies out there, he’s also a model. ADIOS...Deb Eaton and Kel Gleason There could not be three cook- Second Serving of Busy People’s When the teams merge, he’ll be get the boot on CBS’ second install- Low-Fat Recipes, Dawn Hall, Cozy the victor in many Immunity Chal- ment of “Survivor.” Who will be books more diverse than “Second the ultimate survivor? Leader/ Serving of Busy People’s Low-Fat Homestead Publishing, Inc., hard- lenges. One mistake will be his cover, $15.95. Times reporter Steven Krakauer Recipes,” “A Romance With Baking,” ticket out of Australia. has the answer. and “Ultra-Violet’s Pickled Egg Cook- * * * * * Second Place book.” One author hails from Ohio, Karol Redfern Hamper and Shelley WESTFIELD WATERCOLORIST… “The Irish Influence,” a water- Elisabeth Filarski. She’s a beau- another from Seattle, and the last Odegard of Seattle share the credits on the beautifully photographed 310- color painting by Lydia Brunelli tiful young New Englander who, from Missouri. of Westfield, won an Honorable from the first episode where she The pen of Dawn Hall, who scribed page baking cookbook and Mention in the professional cat- the 240-recipe volume, “Second Serv- coffeetable book “A Romance With helped lug the group’s crate to her egory during the 34th New Jer- vigorous stick gathering, was an ing of Busy People’s Low-Fat Reci- Baking, A Millennium Dedication to sey Senior Citizens Art Contest pes,” spills over with experience and the American Flour Milling Industry.” and Exhibition held recently at obvious ally. Her respectable per- personal anecdotes. She starts off Anyone who becomes easily en- the Monmouth County Library sonality and reasonable demeanor with the award-winning author’s tranced by a smorgasbord of pastries Headquarters in Manalapan. should last her at least into the merger. Expect to see her emerge as the “civil” one of the group. Sample Some of Bachs Worksorksorks First Place Jeff Varner. Is it just me, or is Contrasting Works for WSO this guy completely Richard-esque? During WWDuring estfield Bach Festivalalal He wants to win, he wants to win bad. Just seeing him make gag- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 WESTFIELD – The public is cor- Tickets will cost $50 for the series or were pushing full force on stage, were of the lesser, supportive parts created ging noises while trying to cause dially invited to attend a concert series, $20 each for the concerts on Friday and to no avail. an imbalance in ensemble sound. One the other team to lose immunity can’t even make rice, how is he “The Westfield Bach Festival,” on the Saturday, with a $30 fee for the Sunday The piece was well received by the horn sitting in either the third or fourth shows the absolute extremes this supposed to make it through Tribal last weekend in February during which concert. audience, who appreciated the vigor position, came in early in an attack guy will go to. He’s a complete Council? participants can sample the master- Tickets for the complete series only in which the piece was played, but had towards the end of the piece. contestant. He has a black belt in The issue of Alicia Calaway is pieces of Johann Sebastian Bach at will be available at The Classic Basket, the acoustics been more in sync with In the final analysis, acoustics are Tae Kwon Do, was captain of his one that definitely takes some con- three different churches. Lancaster, Ltd., Periwinkles, Betty this orchestral music, the walls would half the battle. The Union County Arts college cheer team, is a former The Planning Committee for the Gallagher Antiques, First Congrega- sideration. We haven’t seen much have come down. Center is truly a gem of a hall, originally bartender and salesman, and has a of this Kucha member, but what festival consists of the music directors tional Church, First United Methodist The Brahms Symphony No.4 was created for vaudeville style acts. How- degree in journalism. Oh, and he of the five churches: Charles Banks of Church, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, we have seen is that she’s a rat and the true musical jewel of the evening. ever, there are some acoustical prob- started his own company. not to be trusted. Say goodbye to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Rives Cassel Holy Trinity Catholic Church and The The Brahms was attacked with a vigor lems in the hall that can be amended to Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Down the stretch he might not Alicia after the merger. of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Trent and fire that in fact saw two second respond more effectively to the special be well liked, but, trust me, he’ll Johnson of First United Methodist Admission to individual concerts can violins literally snapping their strings, needs of symphonic music. The soft-spoken Kimmi Church, James Simms and David be purchased at the door. make his first of many millions on Kappenberg reminds people of and a dozen others sending numerous First, an acoustical cloud is needed “Survivor.” Drinkwater of The Presbyterian Church The Westfield Foundation has strands of bowhair flying. to direct upper and middle string sec- another gentile from New Yowk, in Westfield, and Barbara Thomson of awarded a generous grant to present The treacherous waters of the first tion sound outwards. In addition, ris- The Other Survivors Fran Drescher. Oy vey! Kimmi acted First Congregational Church, all of this series. Since the grant and ticket movement, with its many tempo and ers are needed for the woodwinds, The lowdown on the not-quite- brave in gobbling down her giant Westfield. prices will only cover a portion of the mood changes improved with each horn and trumpet sections in addition as-successful contestants worm in Episode Two, but her The concerts will be presented at expenses, financial contributions are measure. Principal horn player Sharon to the end stands of the upper string Look for Kucha tribe to lose vulgar talk and annoyance alone three different churches over the course welcome. To make a contribution, Moe did a stellar job with accuracy and sections. the next couple Immunity Chal- will get her knocked out early into of the weekend. please call Mr. Cassel at (908) 233-4996. tone, but in several sections did not Lastly, and most importantly, all of lenges, as they are a much weaker the merger. •Concert 1 -- The first concert is a complete musical phrases and ideas. the gaps, or “sound vacuums” need to team physically. From the pre- “Mad Dog” Maralyn Hershey will program of chamber music on Friday, Timpanist Barry Centanni was con- be closed behind the orchestra. This views of next weeks show, it have to leave Australia prematurely. February 23, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s sistent and excellent throughout the can be done by extending or amend- looks like Michael Skupin is ap- If she were only a little younger Episcopal Church. This concert will FrankensteinFrankensteinFrankenstein whole work. ing the current acoustical shell, which proaching a Jack from “Lord of she would have had a chance to include among other works, Several musically savvy of the will create a more solid sounding board the Flies” state of mind. Not quite win it all. Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 4 and 6. evening commented that Maestro for the orchestra. the kind of guy you want hang- Colby Donaldson, on the other •Concert 2 -- The second concert is CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 Wroe’s second movement in particular The Westfield Symphony Orchestra hand, has the physical strength to an Organ Marathon on Saturday, Feb- ture.” Christopher Bentivegna was was astounding. This is a truism. De- defines passion in music. This can only ruary 24, at 3 p.m. at First Congrega- spite several sections of intonation be commended and enthusiastically take home the million, yet his non- phenomenal as the monster, with existent survival smarts will exit tional Church. The program will in- a glorious voice and the perfect problems, specifically referring to the supported. They are an orchestra who, EditorialEditorialEditorial clude five organists, Mary Lou Stevens slightly flat Second clarinet in the along with their talented Maestro, de- him around Episode 7. combination of rage and childlike Finally, mom Tina Wesson will at 3 p.m.; Mr. Cassel at 3:30 p.m., Mr. curiosity. doubled section at the opening of the serve to excel and are certainly a testa- Drinkwater at 4 p.m., Mr. Johnson at second movement, the movement was ment to vigor, enthusiasm and finesse. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 only stay as long as kind hearts are Talent like this is hard to come pantry, turning the brass door- around number 6. 4:30 p.m. and Ms. Thomson at 5 p.m. by. Keep that boy! stylistically, one of the best that could The next appearance of the Westfield have been heard. Symphony Orchestra will be in a pow- Amber Brkich will probably Each organist will play for a half hour. A fully staged version of Fran- knob and peeking into the This program is designed for attendees Highlights went on to included many erhouse concert to be held on Satur- make it to the number 5 spot, if she kenstein, the Musical will be pro- room. Sometimes, I hope to to come and go at their leisure. clear, concise and musical solo sec- day, March 10, at The Presbyterian see him turn around with a can remain inconsequential. Fi- •Final Program -- The final produced this coming April at The tions by Principal clarinet William Church in Westfield at 8 p.m. nally, leave it to the 7-footer to gram is on Sunday, February 25, at 7:30 Park Performing Art Center in Jer- Shadel. Special risers will be newly installed toothy grin and tell me not to place in the final four, but eventu- p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. sey City, and all systems are go to Horn sound in particular, which for the orchestra, which will feature look at my valentine because ally Mitchell Olson will turn too This gala concert, featuring the Westfield begin the long and arduous task reflected well off the shell, was excel- Ryo Goto, younger brother of world he’s still putting on the finish- nice and he’ll come back to his Bach Festival Chorus, Soloists and Or- of getting New York producers lent. But, they overshadowed the string renowned violinist Midori, in the beau- home state of New Jersey. chestra, will include Cantatas Nos. 51 interested in the project. If these sections, who could not compare in tiful Bruch Violin Concerto in G Minor, ing touches. The scent of saw- and 80 and a concerto for two three gentlemen have as much volume, despite their push for sound. the Symphony Breve by Scarmolin, dust still emanating from the * * * * * harpsicords. patience as they do talent, I’m sure While the horns were playing at and the formidable Symphony No.6 of room, I whisper instead, To send your predictions or For more information, please visit that we will all be hearing from proper volume and sounded even Tchaikovsky. “Happy Valentine’s Day, Pop- opinions about Steven’s www.Frankenstein, the Musical in the better in their highlighted solo sec- For tickets, please call (908) 232- choices, please write westfieldbachfestival.homestead.com. not too distant future. tions, of which there are many, some 9400. Pop. We miss you.” [email protected].

Concert I: Concert II: Brandenburgs! Pulling Out All the Stops: The Ducal Chamber Players Bach Organ Marathon

Friday, February 23, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 24, 3:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church First Congregational Church 414 East Broad Street 125 Elmer Street

Program: Organists: Trio Sonata in G Major Mary Lou Stevens (3:00 p.m.) Brandenburg Concerto #6 Rives Cassel (3 :30 p.m.) French Suite #5 in G David Drinkwater (4:00 p.m.) Brandenburg Concerto #4 Trent Johnson (4:30 p.m.) Barbara Thomson (5:00 p.m.) Concert 111 Westfield Bach Festival Gala Concert Westfield Bach Festival Chorus, Soloists, and Orchestra Andrew Megill, Conductor Sunday, February 25, 7:30 p.m. Program: The Catholic Church of the Concerto in C Major for Two Harpsichords Holy Trinity Cantata No. 51: Jauchzet Gott in alien Landen Westfield Ave. and First St. Cantata No. 80: Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott 908-233-4996 These concerts have been made possible in part by a generous grant from The Westfield Foundation. Tickets for the individual concerts (2-23: $20, 2-24: $20, 2-25: $30) available at the door.. Advance tickets for the series only ($50 for all three concerts) are available from The Classic Basket, Lancaster, Ltd., Periwinkle’s, Betty Gallagher Antiques, Visit us online at http:\\westfieldbachfestival.homestead.com

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By DAVID PALLADINO Création du Monde, which fea- picts the creation of the world Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tured the Umoja Dance Company from four lumps of clay earth, WESTFIELD — Another dy- clad in African garb dancing their from which the vegetation and Take the Stage namic concert was hosted by the traditionally influenced rendition living beings were formed. The WITH KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Westfield Symphony Orchestra of the creation of the world. dance culminated in the last two (WSO) under the direction of Mae- In keeping with the theme of beings completing a fertility “dance Frankenstein, the MusicalMusicalhe stro David Wroe this past week- this season’s program, “Space of desire.” end at the Union County Arts Cen- Odyssey 2000-2001,” La Création More classically traditional, but ter (UCAC) in Rahway. du Monde, which is not performed certainly in contrast to the other Has Enough Punch to Make In a well-assembled concert often, was selected. two pieces in the repertoire, the highlighting contrasting musical Composer Darius Milhaud vis- orchestra turned to Franz Liszt and It On GrGrIt eat White WWeat ayayay styles along with a special dance ited New York City in the early his tone poem Les Préludes. group, the WSO has offered yet 1920’s and was exposed to jazz The music of the tone poem, By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT School, and later, actor/writer Jeff another special event. music in Harlem. Upon later re- championed by Liszt, is a genre Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Jackson joined Mr. Cohen and Mr. When attempting to throw a ceiving a ballet commission in that attempts to depict a person, Christy TTTChristy urlingtonurlingtonurlington EDISON — Years ago, when the Baron, completing the team that party where significantly contrast- France, which was to depict a story or even an idea among other theater community first heard that would now seriously turn Fran- ing personalities are present, one scenario based on a story by Blaise things. The genre was controver- a new musical was in develop- kenstein, the Musical, into a vi- must use prudence. The party can Cendrars illustrating a primitive sial when it first appeared on the (1969- )))(1969- ment about a jive-singing plant able, legitimate production. either be a true event, or a total view of the African origins of life, scene and was vehemently op- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN that eats people, people were skep- This past weekend, theater lov- disaster. The careful thought and Milhaud developed this jazz influ- posed by the third composer of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tical. Roughly around the same ers were treated to an exclusive programming by Maestro Wroe enced piece. the evening, Johannes Brahms. Model Christy Turlington’s beauty time, the world of Broadway was staged reading of Frankenstein, however, paid off big time. The piece, orchestrated for just The orchestra, which waited in was so striking to officials at The buzzing with high hopes for a new the Musical, at Plays in the Park in Contrasting pieces included under 20 orchestral musicians in- the wings during the first piece, Metropolitan Museum of Art in New musical that involved singing and Edison. Directed and produced by Hungarian Franz Listz’s tone poem cluding saxophone, lasted about was not quite warmed up for the York City that they insisted on using dancing cats. Mr. Jackson, the reading was beau- Les Préludes, the Symphony No.4 20 minutes. Normally performed opening of the Liszt. The writing her visage to create 120 casts of it for A plant that sings and eats tifully presented with a remark- in E Minor by the German Johannes in a more traditional ballet style, in this large piece demands a big their mannequins. people? Dancing cats? Move ahead able cast and professional, elegant Brahms and Frenchman Darius the African style dancing and col- sound from the orchestra. The Born in Walnut Creek, Calif., nearly two decades, and Little Shop drawings (by Joe Caramagna and Milhaud’s jazz influenced La orful dress were fascinating to WSO made it happen, but the Turlington was always riding high – watch. seams were slightly strained for on horseback, that is. The Maestro Wroe pointed out be- various reasons. supermodel, who is engaged to actor/director Edward Burns, was dis- fore the piece that the dance de- Note that this particular work is covered by a photographer while a strong piece, which requires a participating in a horseback riding strong orchestra — which Westfield competition. has. Anyone familiar with Les While her parents were uneasy Pen & InkInkPen Préludes or history, may know about giving the reigns over to the that the heroic strains were often modeling industry, they eventually heard during World War II in the relented and Turlington landed her German Wochenschauen. first job with store chain Emporium Handmade VVHandmade alentines: Scrap Boarddd So, if the piece is not played in Capwell. Catching the eye of Eileen a fashion similar to at least a Ford of the famed Ford Modeling Or Rich Satin, Theyryryre All HeartHearte Messerschmitt Bf-109F-3 in shriek- Agency in New York City, she was ing hunt mode, no orchestra will sent to Paris under a contract. Un- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN pull it off convincingly. In fact, fortunately, she was not received Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Russian orchestras often double well. Just before Valentine’s Day, my grandfather would rarely be many sections of the orchestra for Ford refused to give up on the this showpiece. then 16-year old Turlington. Before found in a Hallmark store, picking out the perfect, overpriced graduating from high school, she card. Instead, he would hide himself in his basement workshop. The four basses and six celli, along with the truncated upper graced Vogue magazine in the U.S. Amid the sawdust, the jars of nails and drawers of tools, he would string section did not seem like and gained worldwide recognition busily paint, calligraphy, cut and sketch. with her ads for Calvin Klein’s Eter- enough in the UCAC. Trumpets, nity fragrance and Maybelline Cos- On Valentine’s Day, my grandmother who were pushing full force, were metics. Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The Westfield Leader and The Times not received well in the hall due to SO GOOD, IT’S SCARY...Composer of Frankenstein, the Musical Mark and I would be presented with large More than just a pretty face, cardboard hearts, rich in maroon, the constraints of the acoustical Turlington earned a degree in phi- Baron, right, and his friend Vito, man all of the operations during a situation on stage. reading of the production at Plays in the Park in Edison. embossed with his meticulously losophy and literature, with a con- For specific example, the first centration in Eastern philosophy. scrolled messages and decorated major brass fanfare motif came She is also a shrewd business of Horrors and Cats are as much a Chris Yoo), that were projected on with cherubs and arrows in silvery through a bit stiffly because of the woman, partnering with fellow part of one’s theater vocabulary as a screen above the performers. paint. lack of resonance for the brasses supermodels to establish worldwide Oklahoma and The Sound of Mu- A staged reading is often an They were presents money could in the hall. Because of this acous- eatery The Fashion Café. sic. Surely, in today’s ever-chang- exercise for the playwrights. Us- tical imbalance, due to placement Opening up in an anti-smoking ing and highly judgmental world ing trained actors, the authors view never buy. of the shell, the high ceiling be- commercial during which she re- of theater, playwrights and com- their work and see for themselves Sometimes, however, Gram yearned hind the orchestra, the heavy tap- calls her father’s death from lung posers must truly be innovative where there is need for improve- for the store-bought variety with the estries in the proscenium, and lack cancer, Turlington also captures the and diverse when it comes to cre- ment. What looks like one thing computer-generated scrolling and the pic- of acoustical cloud to direct sound consciences with her participation in other worthy organizations. ating that next big hit. on paper can be very different tures of roses that looked like they had been sprinkled outwards, the musical phrases, Often, a playwright may look to when performed live, and the performed correctly, sounded curt, Proceeds from her calendars go the classics for inspiration. The purpose of a reading is to see what with fairy dust. But, for my grandfather, who valued every penny, with no resonance to fill the hall. toward the American Foundation success of Broadway shows such is working within a piece and also there was no better way to say “I Love You” than to craft your own The full efforts of the orchestra for El Salvador which aids the as Les Miserables and the recent country’s poor. Turlington also what is not. message. and trumpets in particular, who speaks on the behalf of Fashion Jane Eyre prove that you can cre- The staged reading of Franken- “He would sign them, ‘Your husband, Michael,’” my grand- Continued on Page 23 atively expand on a piece that has Targets Breast Cancer and People stein, the Musical, was profession- mother recalled this Saturday afternoon. She laughed, “Like I had for the Ethical Treatment of Ani- been indelibly etched into our ally presented and had virtually mals. memories. nothing that I would have cri- another husband! He would be downstairs working away and I How about Frankenstein? With tiqued in my little feedback flyer knew…” the success of such dark, Gothic that was inserted into the pro- All of those valentines are now bundled in folders with the rest musicals such as The Phantom of gram. It is a work in progress, so a of his letters and notes of advice. There are a couple of store- Keepsakes the Opera and Jekyll and Hyde, review from me at this point would bought Christmas and birthday cards tucked in there too, but they why indeed, not Frankenstein? The be inappropriate. A Craft Project Guide beauty of music joined with one of However, I will say that there is don’t mean a thing. Because, although he can’t be here every the greatest horror classics of all enormous potential here, and Mr. Valentine’s Day, he says “I Love You,” over and over again each time — the very notion has Broad- Cohen, Mr. Baron, and Mr. Jack- time we unearth the treasures. way smash written all over it. son are definitely on the right I pass the cellar workshop as I retrieve some groceries in the This is exactly what inspired VVValentine VValentine ictoriaictoriaictoria track. Continued on Page 23 Plays in the Park Producing Direc- The remarkable cast included tor Gary P. Cohen, to begin devel- Ed Carlo, Christopher Bentivegna, 5. Affix the white bands atop the oping his very own take on the Susie Paplow, Nathan Parker, black shoes. Mary Shelley tale. With a love of Gerard Lebeda, Zachary Cohen, 6. Piece together her dress, arms musical theater and also a fascina- and hands at the end of the dress Jackie Niell, Joe Vierno, Kathleen sleeves. Put the buttons in the cen- tion for the macabre, Mr. Cohen Campbell, Joe Riley and Michele ter of the dress. began his journey with Franken- Project by Michelle H. LePoidevin Crefeld. Accolades to all. By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Put the socks/shoes at bottom of stein, the Musical in 1997. Joined Okay, I lied. There is one thing Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the dress and her head at the top of by composer, Mark Baron, the two that I would have written on my WESTFIELD – Creating loveable the dress. (See figurine to the left). men created the first draft a year little comment sheet. Please, figurines like Valentine Victoria with 7. Begin forming very thin, long later. please, please don’t ever cast any- Sculpey clay has limitless possibili- pieces of the Yellow clay. Twist the An introduction to the piece was one else in the role of “The Crea- ties. You can turn her into a pin or clay gently to make curly looking first presented at Cranford High Continued on Page 23 a necklace charm. But, Victoria has hair. Arrange atop her head until a found her home leaning on a gel full head of curly hair is formed. candle on my desk here at The 8. Using more Lilac Pearl, form a bow to fix atop her curls. NEW JERSEYS OLDEST Westfield Leader and The Times. 9. Finally, use the Red Hot Red COMMUNITY THEATER This clay figurine is an ideal craft clay and form a small ball. Indent • • project for Valentine’s Day, which the top of the ball with your index will make it’s appearance next week. finger to form a heart. Place it in Don’t panic. There’s plenty of time The Cranford Dramatic Club Proudly Presents... her hands. • to buy flowers and candy, but mak- 10. Using the pin, affix black • ing a Victoria for your sweetheart is seed beads on their side (not like Neil Simon’s Classic priceless and a timeless keepsake. this –o) to make the eyes. 11. Create ridges and decorative • You’ll Need: dots around the heart and dress to BarBarBarefootefootefoot • Sculpey III Clay in the following give the piece texture. Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times HITTING THE BIG TIME...Local residents Maria Woodford and Alex colors – 12. Place in 265-degree oven for • Radus, collectively known as Duende, opened for the legendary *Lt. Pink Pearl 1102 10 minutes to cure and harden the In The PPIn arkarkark Woodstock performer Richie Havens on Sunday, February 4, at The *Lilac Pearl 1004 figurine. Don’t worry, it won’t hurt • Crossroads in Garwood. The duo will meet up with Havens and Scotch *Red Hot Red 583 her! Plains blues performer Al Madison in mid-March at The Crossroads. *Yellow 072 13. Once piece is finished and • Relive the fun and comic vitality of this *White 001 cooled, glaze with enamel. look back at the wild 60’s *Black 042 **To make a pin, attach a jewelry • Black Seed Beads pin to the back before placing in Clear Nail Enamel the oven. • **To make a necklace, thread a Fri, February 9,16, & 23, 1 pin thin cord through her neck and • form a loop before baking. Saturday, February 10, 17, 24 1. Begin by molding a quarter- • sized ball out of the Lt. Pink Pearl Reserved seating tickets only $15.00 • clay for the head. Form two smaller How to Reach A&E balls for her hands. Set them aside. A&E Editor 2. Use the Lilac Pearl for the [email protected] • Box Office (908) 276-7611 body and arms. For the body, mold Mastercard and Visa accepted a pear-shape. For the arms, mold Classical Music Correspondent • two smaller pear-shape pieces. 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