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By LAUREN S. PASS relocation. Itlusbeen thecouncil'spolicy house was built around, or if it was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader not to approve a home demolition until destroyed to make way for the current On September 14, the Westfield the planning board or board of adjust­ home. Town Council approved a resolution ment makes a decision on the property. After Cyr decided that they did not allowing Robert and Joan Vivian to After much discussion and a want to purchase the house, the "remove and relocate a single family month's delay, with several council Vivians continued to quest for some­ home and demolish a car garage and members wary about the proposal, the one who wanted it. basement located at 1 According to the Kirkview Circle." Westfield Building The house, known Department, on Sep­ to some as the Squire- tember 16 a demoli­ Radley House and to tion permit was issued others as the Acken to Mr. Buontempo and House, was originally on September 27 the built in the 1700s. deed for the property Legend said that was transferred from British Troops the Vivians to Marga­ stormed the house dur­ ret Buontempo for ing the Revolutionary $1,325,000, just un­ War. The original der the $1,450,000 owner, Joseph Acken, asking price. known as “The Old Mr. Buontempo Rebel," ran out of the told The Westfield m n iK T iT C .. , , , BenpmjnB. Cortlin lor 7Jw Wusffio« Uwter house and into the field Leader this week that lNDUCTEES.-Several accomplished athletes from Westfield were recently inducted into the Westfield Athletic Hall of behind, but fooled the the historic portion of Fame, during a reception at the Westwood in Garwood. Among the inductees was former NFL player Dave Brown. soldiers into thinking the home is being dis­ he was in bed. They mantled, “and they're used bayonets to stab (theVivians)donating the bed, thinking they Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader it." He continued by Cause of Odor at Beechwood School were killing Acken. PRESERVING HlSTORY...The home at 1 Kirkview Circle, which was saying, “we’re doing In August. Mr. and built in the early 1800s, is being deconstructed and transported to what we’re supposed Mrs. Vivian told the Maine lor reconstruction. The portion of the home on the left hand side to do." town council that they of the photograph was built in the 1920s and is being tom down. A small guesthouse Identified to Be From Wet Insulation had sold the property to at the rear of the prop­ By BETSEY BURGDORF unit RTU-2. According to Mr. Reilly, builder Joseph Buontempo and the his­ resolution passed in an eight-to-one erty was completely demolished, as Specially Written far The Westfield Leader on the roof had some water collected approximately 58 linear feet of wet toric home to an auction company in vote, with Fourth Ward Councilman was the side of the house that held a in them, but RTU-2 had extensive At the Mountainside Board of Edu­ insulation was removed, at which time Maine, which was going to deconstruct LawrenceGoldman being the only “no.” sun porch and the master bedroom, amounts. A solution to the water prob­ cation (BOE) meeting on Tuesday, a foul smelling odor “issued forth.” the home and rebuild it in Maine. Cyr Auction in Maine originally which were all built in the 1920s. lem in RTU-2 was not discussed. November 23, Sean Reilly of Home Business Administrator Paul Because the large piece of property planned to deconstruct and move the Richard Bousquet, President of the Mr. Reilly was asked to identify Health Science presented his find­ Vizzuso asked Home Health Science is able to be subdivided into as many house, but upon inspection it was Scotch Plains-Fanwood Historical what was growing in the wet insula­ ings in regards to the odor issue at to do a complete search of the roof to as three lots, the council spent much learned that the house that currently Society, told The Leader that he was tion. He stated that the insulation was Beechwood School. He reported that look for any other possible problems. time discussing and debating whether stands was actually built in the 1830's. approached by the Vivians and of- tested for mold and bacteria. The or not to approve the removal and 36 feet pf wet insulation was found While completing the search, Mr. samples tested for mold did not show It is unclear as to whether the original CONTMUED OH PACE 12 mostly on the returns of the rooftop Reilly reported that all six RTU units an amplified state. Mr. Reiily con­ cluded that the odor is not the result of mold. He also stated that the tests Westfield Town Council Broaches for bacteria were what he called “TNTC" or too numerous to count. One of the bacteria discovered was a putrification bacterium. Municipal Parking Fee Rollbacks “I surmise that the odor given off By LAUREN S. PASS to refurbish the town’s old parking budget, and all of the user fees in by putrification bacteria is being cir­ Specially Written for The Westfield Leader meters in exchange for 300 spare town are being taken into consider­ culated and sent back into the class­ With Mayor Gregory McDermott parts. ation. He added that the parking fee room." Mr. Reilly said. “What we absent from the November 23 meet­ Mr. Gildea also reported that he increases were also to be used to have are putrified off gasses that are ing of the Westfield Town Council, had a “good discussion” with mem­ improve parking by way of lighting, getting vacuumed off or sucked into Second Ward Councilman Rafael bers ofWECARE (Westfielders Con­ landscaping and repaving, all of which the ductwork, but not the bacteria Betancourt served as Acting Mayor. cerned About Responsible Develop­ CONTINUED ON PACE 12 CONTINUED ON PACE 12 Town Administrator James Gildea ment) about revamping and relocat­ reported to the council that even ing parking. though the referendum to build a park­ Additionally, Mr. Gildea sard that Marsh Says Working ing garage failed, the town is still the meters will all be labeled as to working to improve parking. He said what hours parkers have to pay. Cur­ that with the South Avenue Circle rent meter hours are Monday through construction project completed, the Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Leaf Bag Alternative town gained at least eight new park­ Fourth Ward Councilman ing spaces on Westfield Avenue. Lawrence Goldman brought up the By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL day stipulation and would therefore CLOWNS—Westfielders Rebecca Wampler and Frank Fleischer clown around Specially Written for The Westfield Leader as tropical fruit. For the fourth consecutive year, they participated in the Macy’s He also reported that Parking Di­ fact that parking rates were increased not comply with the regulations. Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, interacting with millions of children rector John Morgan found someone over the years in anticipation of build­ At Tuesday night’s public meeting He noted that the DPW is also not and adults along the famous parade route. in upstate New York who was willing ing a garage. He said that now that the of the Westfield Town Council, Town “looking for a loophole” as the edito­ town will not be building, the council Engineer Kenneth Marsh addressed rial suggests, but that it is looking to should discuss whether it would be the public regarding an editorial pub­ the state to maybe “loosen up” on the Borough Receives Over $50,000 appropriate to roll back a portion of lished in last week’s edition of The regulations or find a way to use those fees. Westfield Leader regarding leaf “shared services" with other towns to Meter fees were raised from 25 pickup by the Department of Public ensure the seven-day time frame. cents an hour to 50 cents an hour. Works (DPW) in Westfield. He further stated that he has “one To Improve Youth Recreation Permit fees were raised twice since He stated that he “was taken back year to work on this” and that he 1999. bringing fees from as low as by the tone taken in the editorial and would be working with the county $180 a year to the current rate for all wanted to clarify some of the editori­ By KIMBERLEY BROADWEI.L ball fields and resurfacing the bursed from a New Jersey Depart­ engineer. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader als inaccuracies.” Deerfield tennis courts. permits to $702 a year. In other business, three ordinances ment of Transportation Grant. Mr. Marsh stated that because of Before the November 23 The mayor also read a resolution of First Ward Councilman Peter were unanimously passed upon first The mayor noted, “Many of our the Environmental Protection Mountainside Borough Council meet­ commendation for the Governor Echausse said that while he is open reading. roads have been redone in Agency’s Clean Water Act and the ing, Mayor Robert Viglianti presented Livingston High School girls’ varsity Mountainside, and much of the money minded regarding the discussion, he Ordinance 1842 will amend the Storm Water Regulations, leaves lett a check in the amount o f $52,400 lu soccer team, which came in first place is hesitant to move forward with that town's code regarding the operation for the roads have come from outside on the street for more than seven days Recreation Director Sue Winans from in the Union County Conference and right now. He said that the town is uf mechanical equipment, which cre­ of Mountainside.” starting October l, 2005 will be con­ the Union County Open Space Trust had a 21-1 record for the fall season. going to face increases in pension ates loud and disturbing noises. In other business, Council Presi­ sidered “yard waste,” and that it is Fund. During the meeting, members of and sewerage costs in next year’s According to a new section of the dent Werner Schon announced that unlawful to be left without contain­ The money, awarded by the Union the borough’s governing body passed ordinance it shall be unlawful for any the mayor and Borough Clerk Judy ment. He stated that because of this County Board of Chosen Freehold­ Ordinance 1082 on first reading, person to operate any machinery or Osty have signed an emergency drain­ WF Christmas Tree new regulation, a letter was sent out ers, was written for Mountainside’s which appropriated the sum of mechanical device which creates loud age agreement for parts of Route 22 to residents to “notify them and in­ Children's Recreation Trust Fund. $144,000 for the resurfacing of Mill Lighting Set for Sunday and disturbing noises outside a struc­ with the State of New Jersey. form them of the change.” According to the mayor, the money Lane. The money came from the capi­ WESTFIELD — The Annual ture or inside with the windows or According to Mr. Schon, the agree­ He noted that he wanted to keep will be used for the borough's batting tal improvement fund. Westfield Christmas Tree Lighting doors open between the following ment was made to help reduce flood­ residents informed of the change and cages, pitching machines, batting According to Mayor Viglianti, ceremony has been rescheduled for hours: Sunday through Friday, 8 p.m. ing from New Providence Road to stated that in no way does the DPW helmets, improvements to the base­ $130,000 of that money will be reim­ this Sunday. December 5 at 5 p.m. in to 8 a.m.. Friday to Saturday, 8 p.m. to Walnut Avenue. - recommend bagging, lie stated that the North Avenue TrainTstatton park­ 9 a.m. and Saturday to Sunday. 8 p.m. In other business, the govemine bcCnuSfc uf lire magnitude uf leaves ing tot. Santa will arrive on a fire to 9 a.m. body approved the appointment of that need to be picked up, especially truck to join Mayor Gregory Gas or electric powered lawn mow­ Brittney Bumpus as a receptionist/ in the first scheduled run, the stag­ McDermott in lighting the Christmas ers, chain saws, weed cutters, leaf secretary to the public works and nant leaves would exceed the seven building department and approved tree. CONTINUED ON PACE 12 James Debbie, 3rd to the position of Attendees are asked to remember communications officer for the po­ those in need by donating non-per­ lice department. ishable food items to the First United Methodist Church food pantry. The WF Residents Asked to Vote CONTINUED OH PACE 12 church’s youth group will provide hot chocolate and accept donations. Mountainside Tree The evening festivities will include Dec. 14 on Bonid Referendum a sing-along of traditional Christmas Polls will be open in Westfield (a) to construct improvements to Lighting Set Saturday carols with the Westfield Community on Tuesday, December 14, from 2 the track and field at Gary Kehler MOUNTAINSIDE The Annual Band. Santa will meet with the chil­ to 9 p.m. for Westfield residents to Stadium, including site work; (b) Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony dren. hand out candy cane treats and II vote (Yes or No) deciding the spe­ to appropriate therefore in Mountainside will be held this provide Christmas activity books. cial bond referendum proposed by $1,381,839; and (c) to issue bonds Saturday at 4:30 p.m. at the For further information, please call the Westfield Board of Education. of the School District to finance the Mountainside Borough Hall. the Westfield Area Chamber of Com- The bond referendum question project in the principal amount of mcrce at (908) 233-3021.______wording is: $ 1,381,839, This project is not eli­ “The Board of Education of the gible for State support under the Dwitf 8 CuiWn (or TTta Waathald Laddor HITTING THE BIG TIME AT GIANTS STADIUM...The Westfield PAL “D” Regional...... 2-3 O bituary...... 10 Real Estate.... 14-19 Town of Westfield in the County of Educational Facilities Construction offense and defense square off and get roars from the crowd of 76,000 people at E ditorial...... 4-5 Education___11 Classifieds...... 19 Union, New Jersey is authorized and Financing Act.” Giants Stadium during halftime of the Giants/Eagks flame. See story on page 15. C om m unity... 6-7 S ports...... 13-18 A&E...... 22-23 1 - ^ - - 5 — 8 P»g* 2 Thursday, December 2, 2004______gfyr Ifiggtfirth lir a her and Hie Scotch Plains - Fan wood TIMES A Watchung C ommunications , Inc. Puiucatton Shoot-A-Thon Fundraiser John Blasi Named as Set at WHS This Weekend New Lindabury President W ESTFIELD - The St. Helen's and it features a Shoot-A-Thon - WESTFIELD - Lindabury. commodate new attorneys. OYO Basketball program will he hold­ where each participant will shoot 100 McCormick & Extabrook announced The firm has also expanded the ing its Second Annual Shoot-A-Thon foul shots. Each participant will seek theelectionof senior shareholder John capability of its office in New York this Sunday. December 3. at the pledges, either a straight pledge of Blasi as president of the firm. He City. Lindabury presently employs Westfield High School. St. Helen's any amount o f money or on a per shot succeeds Richard Width, who served 46 attorneys and hopes to add 10-12 will have all 11 of its CYO learns basis. The pledges for this event will as the firm’s president for new lawyers within the next (Boys and Girls fourth - eighth grades) be shared between the St. Helen’s the last 11 years. year, participate in a fundraiser to support CYO Basketball program and the Mr. Blasi practices busi­ “We think John is the the "Helping Hands and Hearts" ser­ "Helping Hands and Hearts" program. ness law and estate and right person to lead the firm vice ministry at St. Helen's Church. All those businesses and/or individu­ trust planning and has been in executing its strategic Since I MB I. the Helping Hands and als interested in sponsoring a St. Helen’s with the firm since 1980. growth plan," said share­ Hearts ministry is an outreach pro­ CYO haskethall player or coach in this “1 am honored to be cho­ holder Robert Burney. “He gram that meets the spiritual, mate­ Shoot-A-Thon can kindly contactacooch sen to lead the firm through understands that growth is rial and financial needs of the St, or player or respond directly to Oliver a period of significant not itself an end, but a Helen’s local community. In addition Kima by email at oJcbna9comcast.net change in the legal mar­ means to improving our to the core services that have been with a pledge amount. ket." said Mr. Blasi upon service to clients. The offered since 1981. the program also A pledge can by entered up to the TOYS FOR KIDS...Coldwell Ranker in Westfield is collecting new, unwrapped, his election. "Our clients firm’s expansion must be provides Thanksgiving baskets to ap­ morning of the event. Pledges will he toys, which it will donate to needy ehllren throughout Union County. are growing both in size carefully implemented in proximately 200 needy families and John Blast collected after the December 5 Shoot- and in the scope o f their order to preserve those as­ approximately 3.000 Christmas gifts A-Thon. Checks can be made out to: business, and their need for sophisti­ pects of our practice -including our are donated ihrough other churches, St. Helen’s CYO Basketball and cated legal services is increasing. We trusted name and personalized, cost- schools and agencies. Coldwell Banker to Collect mailed to the following address: 185 must match this growth by continu­ effective service - that have made the The fundraiser is a productive one Tudor Oval, Westfield. NJ 07090. ing to provide all o f the legal services firm successful.” Toys for Children’s Services they require. We intend to accom­ Mr. Blasi, who was already a mem­ plish this by aggressively recruiting ber of the firm’s Executive Commit­ WESTFIELD - Every December, distributed to the Family and Increased Fines Discussed experienced attorneys in various ar­ tee, has built his practice by provid­ for the past 70 years or so. Family and Children's Counseling and Testing eas of expertise. We will also enhance ing business counsel and advice to Children's Services have collected Center of Elizabeth. The center is a our non-professional staff and our middle market businesses and orga­ For Failure to Secure Kids and distributed new toys, gifts and private, non-profit social service food for hundreds of needy children agency. technological capabilities." nizations and tax and estate advice to TRENTON - An Assembly com­ As part of its strategic plan, 137) would increase the current penalty throughout Union County. Kathy Shea, Faith Maricic, and individuals. He is the former chair­ mittee released legislation Assembly Lindabury recently leased an addi­ to fines of $100 for a first offense and Today, the agency serves up hi 2.000 Margaret Maguire are serving as Co- man of the Board of Trustees of Deputy Speaker Jerry Green spon­ tional 7,000square feet of office space $250 to $500 for subsequent offenses. individuals a year, half of whom are Chairwomen for the Westfield office Children's Specialized Hospital and sored to increase the penalties as "Child safety seats are proven to children. The great majority of these of Coldwell Banker and ask that all at 53 Cardinal Drive in Westfield. It continues as a member of that board. sessed to motorists who fail to secure now leases more than 33,000 square help minimize injury in an accident," youths iving in foster homes or city types of new unwrapped toys (puz.zles. He is also a Trustee of the Robert children in a safety scat. said Assemblyman Green. "Parents shelters, have been neglected or games, coloring books, stuffed ani­ feet at that location. The additional Wood Johnson Healthcare Corpora­ Under current law. any child under who don’t take the steps necessary to abused, or live in families with total mals. etc.) be brought to Coldwell space gives the firm the room to ac- tion. age eight and weighing less than 80 enhance their children's safety ought incomes at or below the federal pov­ Banker at 209 Central Avenue in pounds must use a child safety re­ to face steeper fines." erty line. Westfield. straint while m a moving vehicle. The Assembly Transportation Com­ In keeping with the holiday season. Individuals who are unable to come Quiet Zone Not Permitted Drivers failing to secure children face mittee released the measure 12-0. It Coldwell Banker Residential in with their toys may call (908) 233- fines o f $10 to $25. now goes to the speaker, who decides if Brokerage’s Westfield office is work­ 5555 to arrange for them to be picked Assemblyman Green's legislation (A- and w hen to post it for a vote. ing to collect new toys and books to up. The final date for toy collection is Until RR Rules Finalized he distributed to those in need. Wednesday, December 16. WESTFIELD - The Federal Rail­ final rulesare approved," Fourth Ward "We want every child to experi­ In advance, on behalf of Coldwell road Administration (FRA) has Councilman James Foerst said. Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. ence happiness especially during the Banker and family and Children's again delayed the implementation He continued by stating, "the plans holidays,” said Michael Scott, Man­ Services, we thank everyone for past of the rules allowing Westfield to for the Westfield grade crossing at “25 Years Experience” ager of the Westfield office. participation and hope for your sup­ impose a quiet zone at the tracks Rahway Avenue were submitted for Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer All gifts collected at the Westfield port and generosity for this year, along its border with Clark. Ac­ final approval back in June 2004. office of Coldwell Banker will be which is greatly appreciated. cordingly to the FRA, the depart­ Unfortunately, our repeated inquiries ment received approximately 1,400 to the FRA went unanswered. This F A M IL Y L A W comments on the proposed Interim announcement explains their failure Mark B. Boyd Final Rule. Analysis and consider­ to grant final approval for our pro­ Divorce * Domestic Violence ation of all comments delayed the posed supplemental safety measures." • Custody • Child Support publication of the final rule, which According to the FRA. the final was scheduled to be released last rule is scheduled to be issued in Janu­ month. ary 2005 and will be effective on The regulations arise from an act of April 1. • DWI * Criminal Defense Congress, which allows for munici­ ‘‘The m ayor and town council un­ ■ Business Disputes ■ Commercial Litigation palities to install “supplemental safety derstand the importance of this is­ measures" (SSM) at qualifying grade sue to the residents of the south Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor Attorney at Law crossings. The rules allow for the side. We have already calculated Former Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Labor implementation of "quiet zones" where the cost of the improvements and the train whistle would not have to be will begin the bidding process as Social Security Disability Appeals blown. The implementation of the soon as our plans are approved by Workers Compensation (908) 232-8T8r "quiet zone" was to have taken effect the FRA." stated Councilman Labor anti Employment Law on Monday, December 18. Foerst. "This process has lasted for The Town of Westfield has com­ nearly 10 years and I am very disap­ Westfield, NJ 24 Hours • 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 North Brunswick, NJ plied with the procedures established pointed that the effected citizens of (908) 233-9674 by the FRA. 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Thomas Kean, Jr, Assemblyman care and taking some simple steps to the moral, spiritual, and political Keep candies away from Christmas Eric Munoz., M.D., and Assembly- questions raised by the events of prevent fire or accidents. trees - Leave plenty of open space man Jon Bramnick, all legislators the Holocaust as well as to think "500 deadly home fires happen each around candles and place them so that of the 21st District, recently spon­ about their own responsibilities as December as a result of Christmas trees you can keep an eye on them. Don’t sored their annual trip to Washing­ citizens of a democracy.” catching fire. We can all take some easy leave candles burning unattended and ton D.C. for select high school se­ After their self guided tour, the steps to keep this from happening," said be sure all candles are blown out when niors. students were addressed by Henry Daniel Kelly, American Red Cross you are done with them. At the beginning of the school Greenbaum, a Holocaust survivor, health and safety expert. Protect your children from fire haz­ year, a letter was sent from the who had endured five years in vari­ According to the National Fire Pro­ ards- Never leave children unattended three legislators toeach high school ous concentration camps includ­ tection Association, four out of seven in a room with lit candles and always in their district requesting that the ing Auschwitz. home fires occur during December. keep candies, as well as matches and A RAINY HOMECOMING-Desplte the rainy weather thvday befon^Thankv giving, Westfield High School students participated in the annual Homecoming schools nominate two students to “Mr. Greenbaum gave a very poi­ January and February, and about half lighters, out of the reach of youngsters. Parade up East Broad Street. attend this annual trip. gnant speech about his experiences of these fires are caused by using Inspect fireplaces and wood stoves - The day started early for the stu­ before, during, and after the war,” candles and overloading electrical Have your chimney connections and dents. with the bus leaving from slated Dr. Munoz. “He gave a per­ circuits. The American Red Cross flues inspected by a professional and Westfield Memorial Pool at 7 a.m. spective that students could not recommends the following safety tips cleaned if necessary prior to the start of Kean, Bramnick Sponsor W hen the students arrived in W ash­ have experienced from readings or to help ensure a happy holiday season the heating season. Bum only wood — ington D.C. they were able to visit films. His emotional remembrances for you and your family this year: never hum paper, including discarded Anti-Sprawl Legislation the newly constructed World War will remain with students and my­ Keep Christmas trees fresh - Place gift wrap, or pine boughs. If you plan to II Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans self well into the future.” your tree away from heat sources and hang stockings on your fireplace, do WESTFIELD - State Senator Tho­ opportunity to have their concerns Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial “This was a wonderful opportu­ exits; water it daily. Make sure your not use the fireplace for fires. mas Kean, Jr. and Assemblyman Jon addressed." and spend some time in the Na­ nity that I am happy I look artificial tree is fire-retardant. Enroll in a First Aid, CPR and AED Bramnick, both representatives of Under this bill, a “superstore re­ tional Air and Space Museum. advantage of,” said Michelle Use electrical outlets and lights Course - Although these tips can help District 21. are prime sponsors of an tailer" is defined as a store or stores After lunch, the students headed Kuppersmith, a senior at Westfield carefully - Check tree lights each prevent an emergency, it is also im­ anti-sprawl bill. being developed under a single project over to the National Holocaust Mu­ High School “This trip enabled year to make sure they are still in portant to be prepared should an emer­ Under their proposed legislation, having greater than 130,000 square seum. which was the underlying me to gain a belter understanding good condition. Never overload elec­ gency situation arise. To enroll in a municipalities would have to con­ feet of buildable area. motivation for the trip. The mu­ of the tragedy and how and why it trical circuits. FirstAid, CPR or AED course, con­ sider the potential effects of approv­ “We feel that all municipalities that seum presents a narrative history took place.” Decorate only with flame-retardant tact the Westfield/Mountainside ing the construction and operation of will be directly impacted should have of the Holocaust by using more Overall. 27 students and six or non-combustible materials -Avoid Chapter of the American Red Cross superstore retailers on neighboring a voice and not just the municipality than 900 artifacts as well as 70 adults attended the trip. Schools using candles during parties. Check (908) 232-7090. municipalities. in which the store will he built," As­ video monitors and four theatres, that participated were Chatham “These superstores have a dra­ semblyman Bramnick said. utilizing a wide range of primary matic effect on the surrounding re­ High School, Cranford High This bill was recently introduced source materials to educate visi­ School, Kent Place School, Mount Ferguson Announces Bill gion," noted Senator Kean. “It is and has been referred to the Senate tors. Saint Mary Academy, New Provi­ only right that municipalities that Community and Urban Affairs Com­ "The National Holocaust Mu­ dence High School. Roselle Catho­ will be impacted by the construc­ mittee and the Assembly State Gov­ seum serves as this country’s me­ lic High School, Roselle Park High Including Funds for County tion of these superstores have the ernment Committee. morial to the millions of people School, Summit High School, WASHINGTON - Congressman dence and convict those guilty of murdered during the Holocaust," Union County Magnet School, Mike Ferguson (R-NJ) announced serious crimes," Rep. Ferguson said. noted Senator Kean. “Students who Watchung Hills Regional High that the house approved a bill that “These federal dollars help to combat IRS Seeks Local Residents have the opportunity to visit this School, and Westfield High School. includes $100,000 for Union County and solve crimes." law enforcement and county pros­ Part of the funding is for the con­ ecutors tools. President George W. struction of a new forensic laboratory Who Did Not Rev. Checks Bush is expected to sign the legisla­ by Union County, an effort already AREA - The Internal Revenue and is available on the IRS home tion. planned for North Avenue in Service (IRS) is looking for New page. To use it, taxpayers enter infor­ “It’s essential that law enforcers Do You Have To Westfield. Jersey taxpayers who can claim their mation that includes their Social Se­ and county prosecutors have the tools Currently, the Union County share of 2,955 undeliverable refund curity number, filing status (such as they need to accurately evaluate evi- Prosecutor's Office sends any evi­ checks totaling nearly $2.6 million. single or married filing jointly) and Go To Court? dence for DNA analysis to a private The IRS can reissue the checks, which the refund amount shown on their Holiday Open House laboratory; however, the cost of these average $873, after taxpayers correct 2003 tax return. When the informa­ services limits access to this type of or update their addresses with the tion is submitted online, taxpayers To be Held in SP evaluation. To provide the forensic IRS. sec Web pages that show the status of JON M. BRAMNICK At Parker Gardens laboratory under construction with The IRS is looking to deliver checks their refund and, in some cases, in­ the capability of performing DNA to Kristen Wuest of Fanwood; structions to resolve potential account C e r t i f i e d C iv il T r ia l At t o r n e y SCOTCH PLAINS - Parker Gar­ analysis, Union County officials have Mohamed Elawdi, Erica Robinson issues. dens will hold its annual Holiday P e r s o n a l I n j u r y l a w said they will use the federal funding and Taffarie Laing of Scotch Plains; Taxpayers who have moved since Open House this Saturday, Decem­ to purchase special equipment to en­ and Desmond Obrien and Amy filing their last tax return can ensure ber 4 and Sunday, December 5, from BRAMNICK, RODRIGUEZ able this advanced form of investiga­ Meyers, Jefrey Green, Raymond Craft the IRS has their correct address by 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at which tion. and Rosemarie Deed. 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Wntfirld Art* Chamber of Commerce Panwood Business ft Profesrfonal Association The quest for true and lasting property It is my hope that the convention task The others are made up. Art you sharp Periodicals - Postage Paid a Westfield. New Jeney fcnodkals Piwtage Paid « Scotch Plains. New Jersey tax reform in New Jersey is heading to­ force will recommend that the constitu­ enough to discern this deception of dic­ P.O. Bos 250 • 251 North Avenue. Went p, (), p,,* jgg ward a crossroads. Earlier this year our tional convention address both spending tion? WesrtfWtl, N J. 07091 Scotch Ptaina, N J. 07076 recently resigned Governor James and taxing, hut that they should do so If you can guess one correctly - food Tele: (908 i 252-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • W eb: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 McOreevey outlined his plan to help long separately To intertwine the two would guess. If you get two - well-read indi­ suffering New Jersey residents who are invariably lead to special interests fight­ vidual. If you get three - word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at cursed with the highest property taxes in ing to preserve the tax dollars that are you get all four - You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 the nation. spent on them, which could cause a con­ free time! PC BUSHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. The former governor proposed and vention stalemate and we would lose the All words and correct definitions enacted a so-called “millionaire’s tax" chance to solve the property tax mess com* from the hoard game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte that allowed the governor to send out yet once and for all. Deception. ARE «nd tJH't ATION nmimnx MARKETING DIRECTOR another rebate check to a selected few Speaking of special interests, one of Answers to last week's arcane words. the biggest out there, the New Jersey Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo residents. In a meeting with the governor, 1. Jetton - A small metal counter used I pointed out that this program would do Education Association (NJEA) has common assistant publisher b spouts MARKETING A PRODUCTION in some card games nothing to lower property taxes and sug­ weighed in with their droughts. The NJEA 2. Pucelage - Virginity L auren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds R obert P. Connelly gested that any additional income tax has requested that the convention task 3. Facundity - Eloquence: readiness of ASSKiNNllfl m m m (HEKg MANAGER MANAGER. BUSINESS SYSTEMS raised should instead return to the com­ force actually recommend that the idea speech Ben C orbin munity from whence it came with a cor­ for a constitutional convention for prop­ 4. External - A day school SUBSCRIPTION PRICK SERVICES responding and mandatory reduction in erty tax reform be scrapped; and instead, One-year - $28 • Two-year - $52 »Three-year - $76 * One-year college (September to May) - $20 property taxes. that a special session of lbe state legisla­ HORTATIVE He would hear none of it. Governor ture he convened so that our representa­ 1. Bristled; standing erect McOreevey also proposed and enacted a tives in Trenton could solve the problem. 2. Pertaining (o an orchard or garden lowering of the cap on line item spending For years, legislators and governors in 3. To urge strongly or encourage increases for school boards and munici­ Trenton, both Republican and Democrat, 4. Having a lemhlc sound; sounding Enhancing Scotch Plains’ Website have all hut sat on their hands as New palities from 3 percent to 2.5 percent. dreadfully Ironically, this came at a time when the Jersey property taxes spiraled to the high­ LIVOR governor’s slate budget appropriations est in the nation. What makes the NJEA 1. Envy And TV Will Aid Communication went up 17 percent! With salary and ben­ think that now all of a sudden the politi­ 2. Resembling or of the color of lye; efits for teachers and police officers being cians in Trenton arc prepared to act? fat’s ashen the largest part of the corresponding school lake a closer look and see what the NJEA One matter that Scotch Plains officials should address, 3. Vigorous: very active or resurfacing projects could also he included. and municipal budgets, local officials are might he up to. For many years the NJEA. and it won’t cost taxpayers much at all, is a serious upgrade There was discussion during the fall municipal cam­ 4. Belief now grappling with the potential of firing better described as the teachers’ union POCOCURANTE in the ways the township communicates with residents — paign about the virtues of using volunteers to perform important staff members in order to meet and lobbyist, has been filling the cam­ 1. A mars* or swamp specifically via the township website and TV-34. certain functions for the local government, and turning the new mandate from Trenton. paign war chests of our state legislators at 2. Indifferent or apathetic The township’s official website, scotchplainsnj.com, the township website into a more useful and relevant Governor McOreevey also appointed alarming levels. Since the beginning of 3. Afflicted with gout has been up and running for several years, but today it source of information would be a great place to test this and convened a task force that would set this decade, they have already primed the 4. Dull: lissless provides about as much information as it did when it volunteer spirit. the parameters for a constitutional con­ political pump with several hundred thou­ ESPISCATION started. Much of the site has been under construction One cardinal rules for websites in general is that failing vention for property tax reform. The task sand dollars of campaign contributions. 1. Very particular; something outstand­ since its inception; as a result, there is no real information to keep them updated will lead to their becoming stagnant force is scheduled to release their report Could it be that the NJEA would prefer ing and recommendations any time now. to see the status quo on property taxes? available to residents about the township's history, the and, eventually, forgotten. Having a township website 2. The act of scaling fish There Is much speculation regarding what Could it be that if any changes are going 3. Sensitivity to art and beauty; good various land use boards, the public works department or that is useful, up-to-date and interesting to browse would the task force will recommend, and two to be made to the property tax system, that the tax assessor’s office. be a great way to communicate with Itx’al residents. taste significant issues have arisen that have the NJEA would prefer to see the benefi­ 4. Act of getting to the truth of any The site is obviously not updated on a regular basis: In a similar vein, TV-34, the township's local cable the potential to derail the effort for much ciaries of their political largess make the matter by strict inquiry Scotch Plains Day, which look place seven weeks ago, access channel, could also use an upgrade. The small but needed reform. changes as opposed to letting the resi­ and the summer concert series, which ended before Labor dedicated group of volunteers who operate TV-34 do First, there arc many advocating that dents of New Jersey overhaul the systen) Day, are still advertised on the site. The name o f the great work using older technology, and the township the potential convention not only deal via the constitutional convention and tmLetters to the Editor\ former township police chief is still listed in one section. government has been considering purchase new software with the way we raise revenue in this state November ballot referendum? 0 (M(More letters Pages 5, 9) J Take a look at other websites and the difference is that would upgrade the look and programming of TV-34 but also with how that money is spent. I believe the answers to the previous There is no question that how we raise questions are self-evident. Accordingly, obvious. Fanwood's site, www.visitfanwood.com, con­ at little or no cost to taxpayers. The state police would also revenue and spending are intimately re­ we should all be throwing our support tains a great deal of updated and helpful information on be linked to the station so they could post emergency lated to the property tax crisis in New behind a constitutional convention for borough events as well as government operations. information, such as Amber Alerts for missing children. Jersey. However, my feeling is that, even property tax reform that will separately SP Resident Calls For The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education website Early this year, representatives from a company that if we cut government spending in half discuss spending and revenue issues which Stand Against Building (www.spfkl2.org) provides similarly useful and up-to- provides enhanced production and programming services overnight (a nohlc endeavor), the manner will ultimately empower the citizens of date information. Other towns’ websites go as far as for local access cable television channels spoke to the in which we rely so heavily on the most New Jersey with the task of providing our On Undersized Lots posting the agendas and minutes of the meetings of the township council about their services and, more recently, regressive tax of all (property taxes) would state with the property tax reform we need still be grossly unfair. and deserve. Editor's note: This letter was origi­ council and various boards. Some sites include relevant met with the board of education. Mayor Martin Marks nally sent to the Scotch Plains Mayor and documents pertaining to important local matters such as and board officials have reacted positively to the possibil­ Township Council. a proposed development or other contentious issue. ity of upgradingTV-34. And the cost of doing so would be ******* There is enough going on in Scotch Plains these days to minimal to local taxpayers: an estimated $12,000 for Letters to the Editor I am writing because I have become justify a serious upgrade in the township's website. It start-up expenses and between $250-$ 1,000 per month, disheartened over the proliferation of might have been helpful this past year if, for instance, € building in our community. As a 20-year depending on the level of the upgrade. But there are funds residents and property owners were able to read the to cover most of these costs available from Comcast, the Past Mayor Says Don’t be Fooled, resident of Scotch Plains, I am dismayed detailed minutes and other relevant documents pertaining local cable provider, via a local franchising agreement over the building of “McMansions" on postage stamp lots. The attraction for me to the proposed Special Improvement District for the signed several years ago. Address Taxes by Expense Control to buy here 20 years ago was the appeal business district. A full or abridged version of the For a minimal cost. Scotch Plains could easily upgrade We can expect to hear a lot next year income tax. Each municipality, school of larger lots. What 1 see now is the sale township’s annual budget would also be useful to some as two of its most important forms of communication with about a constitutional convention, which district and county will be compelled to of older homes and subdividing property would listings of meeting schedules for the township township residents by improving its website and its local will address the level of local property rely more heavily on annual appropria­ to fit two or more houses where one once council, the planning and zoning boards, the environmen- television station while further utilizing the volunteer taxes in New Jersey. 1 have a short story, tions from the State Legislature to replace stood. ttil ooumussjtin-nud enlicr-grotips. Planned road closures spirit that is altfady alive and well jplptyp. and it may interest your readers. the loss of property tax receipts: ; : — When did the zoning laws,change? In 1976, while I was Mayor, of The agenda of SategOTemmm’ Is'hot fVhi'ti 'ctlir.it beuiiiW aeeeptuHje fii be W illi— '. ..ILIII T i l " !■____ We'stjield, GovwWif BjritWapfroirirdd me always in'fliheSMtli'thg rid& 'df^AbiiWtt able tditfeiefrito'-n rieighhof-’s feaMM&tn to a citizens' commission to study the towns like Westfield. Local governments because the houses are so close? Letters to the Editor need for an income tax in New Jersey. will have less control over their own af­ ‘Rateables’ are one thing, but the kind of The commission was stacked, of course, fairs. And, guess what will happen to the building going on in Scotch Plains is l to deliver the recommendation desired by gross income tax paid by the residents of ridiculous. Resident Praises the governor, and it did. well-to-do towns? Is anyone naive enough I believe you, as the governing body, Booster President Asks Public The New Jersey Gross Income Tax to believe the total tax bite will go down? need to take a stand against the building Progress at Westfield was enacted that year. The commission The only way to realistically attack the on undersized lots. also recommended the “cap" law as way To Support Kehler Field Bond growth in governmental costs is to ad­ Patricia Leonard Regal to control the growth of local and state dress the expense side, but I don’t hear Sr. Citizens Housing Scotch Plains I would like to take this opportunity to This project would convert Kehler Sta­ government expenditures by limiting the much talk about that. encourage The Westfield Leader, and all dium from a maintenance-needy grass A year of progress and adjustment -the annual increases in municipal, school, The local property tax is very unpopu­ other friends and supporters of Westfield field where, this fall, boys played six controversy over last year’s missing county and state budgets. This law was lar because it is the largest tax that most of Westfielder Disagrees athletics, to enthusiastically support the football games and girls' soccer played Christmas tree left me in an atmosphere meant to make the imposition of the gross us pay directly. Sure, it’s a bullet. But. it’s Board of Education's (BOE) bond refer­ three state sectional matches, to a state- of strained co-existence. income tax more palatable to the citizens cheap to collect, and very difficult to With Ratner on Circle, endum on Tuesday, December 14, to in­ of-the-art turf field where many more A lot of good things happened this year of the state. evade. Don’t like your big property tax stall a new running track and artificial turf boys and girls at WHS. and the youth thanks to Ruth Smith and her wise admin­ As I recall, I was the only member of bill? Don’t live ina big house: your choice! Agrees on Otherwise field at Kehler Stadium. recreation teams aspiring to be WHS stu­ istrative talent. Out of the dust, created by the commission to vote against this rec­ Hardship situations can be handled in lots Mr. Ratner (Letter to the Editor, No­ While I am a football guy myself, hav­ dent-athletes, will play a much greater one year of major construction, emerged ommendation. I didn't think it would work, of ways; constitutional conventions aren't ing played in high school and college, and vember-25 ) is dead wrong about the newly number of games in football, boys’ and the beautiful interior of 1133 Boynton and it has not. The growth in governmen­ necessary for that. • configured traffic circle on South Av­ being very mindful of the rich tradition of girls' soccer, field hockey and boys’ and Avenue Senior Citizen Housing Com­ tal expenditure has continued unabated; My advice: don’t be fooled. Most of enue. While admittedly causing increased championship football in Westfield, I must girls’ lacrosse. plex, and also of course, the great land­ the cap law has been amended innumer­ the folks pushing for a constitutional con­ delays at peak traffic times, the potential quickly add that this bond would give This new turf field promises to be a scaping with the gazebo we have been able times to provide for exceptions. vention are the same people who believe for serious accidents has been dramati­ Westfield much more than a new football welcome benefit to the entire Westfield enjoying for years. The lesson here is that devices or arti­ that expansion in the power and reach of cally reduced! field. As the father of girls who have heen athletics community. As we have seen We're also having the charitable angels fices to control government spendingdon’t state government is the default answer to The problem with the old configura­ enriched by great opportunities to partici­ from the success of some of the girl^ working on a large quilt (all done by hand) work. My prediction: if the constitutional our problems. tion was precisely what Mr. Ratner seems pate in the outstanding and fast-growing programs against which our teams con# for the Center of Hope “Cancer Care", and convention comes up with a means to programs for female student-athletes at Alexander Williams to lament— the disappearance of, namely peled this fall, like Ridge girls' soccer and collections for the food bank, etc. lower local property taxes, the difference that South Avenue eastbound flow was so Westfield High School (WHS) and the field hockey, for example, a turf field Westfield November/December holidays, where will be made up by an increase in the gross tangential to the Circle that cars were town’s feeder programs, I commend the becomes a tremendous asset to the school. love triumphs, dinners for whoever is alone traveling too fast and were not able or board (BOE) and WHS administrators to its teams’ and programs’ chances for or unable to go anywhere, financed, and willing to yield to traffic on the circle. and coaches, and the friends of girls' success, and to its community for youth more importantly, attended and served in Traffic entering circles is supposed to sports, for their efforts over the years to recreation events. MS Parent Praises School Play, Urges person, for the last 15 years, by our Execu­ enter at a right angle - trust me. I was bom achieve gender-equity in these programs. L-et's show the board that we appreci­ tive Director of both buildings, Ruth Smith. I view this bond referendum as another BOE Action on Important Matters and brought up in England where they are ate its recognition that it is time for At times you could even find Ruth Smith all too plentiful. important step in that gender-equity jour­ Westfield’s student-athletes and youth to cooking the dinners - that's what counts The production of the “King and I” was a full schedule. An enormous round of 11 do agree. hewCver, with Mr. Ratner's ney, as it will greatly expand the opportu­ have the benefits of this great asset in our very high on the scale of humanity. performed at Deerfield School last Thurs­ applause goes out to every one of them, nities for girls' teams to play at Kehler community. Let's vote “yes” for this bond observation about the- “no right turn” at The individual observation of the par­ day, Friday and Saturday evenings. For not only for their talent but for their time West Broad and regrettably with his com­ Stadium, and on a fast, reliable and iow- referendum on December 14, and ac­ ticular holidays in November and De­ those that missed the performance, it was management skills. ments about “Dubya." maintenance surface. tively encourage our friends to do the cember takes place in our heart. There is extraordinarily, magnificent. It was sim­ How can it be that something so benefi­ In a town where the value of improving same. Thank you. also transportation provided for anyone ply mesmerizing! cial to the students, teachers, parents and Telly Zaehariades our real estate is seen all around us, we as John Bennet. President wishing tb attend church services. From the outstanding performance of community be put together in such a short Westfield a community are being presented with the Westfield School Boosters Assoc. Thank you. Ruth Smith! Gabriel Rodrigues who played the King, period of time and be such a complete opportunity to greatly enhance the prime to the charming and captivating role of success? Yet, extremely important mat­ piece of sports real estate in Westfield. BOE Steering Committee member Sasha Schwarz Deacon Offers Thanks Westfield Anna, played by Kristen Morgan and ters such as the teachers' contract, the Samantha Steinberg, die story and trie musty classroom odor at Beechwood And Seeks Help For performance by one and all was truly a School and the still non televised Board night to remember. of Education (BOE) meetings continue to ‘Mini Food Drive’ It takes countless hours by all those move at a snails pace! I am writing to express our gratitude to who worked behind the scenes with cos­ Perhaps the "elected” BOE members all those who helped with the collection, tumes, program ads, tickets, refreshments, might learn a lesson or two in how to sorting and stocking of the food collected cast party and props. My deepest grati­ prioritize what's important. - Settle the for the Holy Trinity Food Pantry on Sat- tude is sent to all. Congratulations for a contract, televise BOE meetings and re­ urday, November 20th. A special note of job well done! solve the musty odor at Beechwood School. thanks goes to the ‘Scouting for Food For a number of us in the audience, it Drive’ sponsored by the Patriot’s Council was also a bittersweet moment as we Gary Whyte Mountainside of the Boy Scouts of America. thought about our good friend. Dawn Over the past year, we have seen an Ciasulli. She. for many, years, gave her ever-growing demand for food to sc time and taJmua the set design uf agreat Commissioner Requested ourneigZTtinnwd m yare referred number of performances at Deerfield ' government ana n School and at Governor Livingston High Jurisdiction to Help profit social service organizations her School. It's sad that Dawn is not with us Westfield and throughout Union Coui any longer. She left behind not only her Leaf Management While the holidays are usually the til legacy, but lasting memories that will The requirement to bag leaves next when we think of others, the food pai serve us well in many years to come. year may lead to a very destructive out­ is in constant need of donations throu Thank you to Elizabeth Perrin and come. Some citizens are already threat­ out the year. Wayne DeVico who gave their time and ening to cut down their trees to avoid the It is the generosity of small businei their talent in set design and construction. cleanup. This is a very short-sighted solu­ like Barasso Consulting, Curves , They added the perfect touch to a perfect tion. Westfield is known for its beautiful WBstfield Health and Rehabilitati performance. trees and the Tree Preservation Commis­ along with many individuals, which m We are proud of Topsy for her perfor­ sion (TPC) is doing everything it can to it possible tp respond to our clients mance. Molly Barber’s talents are enor­ protect them. The one thing we cannot dd Jour firm, organization or school we mous and her attention to detail was a is manage private trees. The TPC only has like to organize a “mini food drive' vital part of die program. jurisdiction over town trees, those along help us flu la the times between the di Our heartfelt thanks go to Jeannette the streets and in the parks. major annual drives (in November v Maraffi for serving as stage director and In order for die TPC to assist in manag­ Boy Scout*, w May with the I musical director. She managed to pot it all ing dm situation, the nee ordinance needs *jlcc end .in September with Ten: together and focused on the talent of so to be changed to give the TPC jurisdiction "nn-Ef), we would be happy to w many of the children. She nurtured those over all trees in town. Residents can assist with you. who were a bit shy, provided extra atten­ in this by contacting their town council '« __ - V<*r c®t dontacf Mary Mastersc tion and encouragement. Mrs. Maraffi members and asking them to gram us this 232-2311 or Deacon Tom Plu took a cast of sixty plus students and authority. Only by proper oversight can (90S) 232-8137 or send an e-nia molded them into a premier production. we promote the common good. Let’s wotk [email protected]. From homework to church and school together to preserve Westfield's trees. obligations, to sports activities, to boy Ronald Burkett, < - Church Of Uw Holy Trinity scouts and girl scouts, our children have WF Tree T W e ------AW/ Thursday, December % 2004 Union County News ------s WACC to Offer 2004 Thank You Citizens For Your if Resounding Vote of Confidence Christmas Ornament WESTFIELD - The Westfield Area come a home for the Westfield His­ C ounty Freeholder ______J Chamber of Commerce (WACC) an­ torical Society. Now, the society is nounces the arrival of the 2004 Chrisi- moving toward that vision - to re­ lhavcjutt rofldCwiuiutK: vuonnx'cni s as Plainfield so why isn't Plainfield con­ mas Ornament. The ornament fea­ store and rehabilitate the house for recCTl Lener to the Editor (November 25) sidered "central-? Mrs. Quattrocchi. you tures a sepia lone image of the his­ Mid her analysis of diis year's freeholder the archive collection and museum. and your friends better take a hard look at toric Reeve House, future home of the For 15 years, the Westfield Area election. As a candidate myaelf. 1 re- the numbers again. atved the same repqrt from the County Westfield Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce has offered Democrats continue to narrow the dif­ The ornaments are available C hat's office. It will probably surprise ference between ounclves and our oppo­ an annual ornament displaying his­ through the Historical Society by call­ no one that I draw a vastly different con­ nents in the “Republican” towns, we toric landmarks such as Arcanum clusion. continue to perform extremely well in ing Nancy Priest at (908) 233-81 lOor Hall, the Rialto Theater, the Miller Sherry Cronin at (908) 789-9444 Let me state that the numbers I quote Democratic towns. Your answer to this is Cory House, and the Train Station. here reflect the three on three'freeholder to cry foul, change the rules and demand Also, the ornaments are on sale at Many of these ornaments are still contest and not the Wohlrab-Peterson a district formula for freeholder elec­ the following locations around town: available at a reduced price. Please match-up. I did not receive any report or trons. Only three counties elect freehold­ CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS-JIm and Barbara Murphy of Copl^NosTon Bank of America. Downtown call the WACC at (908) 233-3021 for vote totals about that race ao. I cannot ers that way. Do you think Republicans in Westfield Cotporation and the Town comment on it. First, a Democrat (my­ N o ^ Avenuedk^lay this year's Annual Westfield Christmas Onumwnt for sale details. Moms, Ocean, Somerset or Monmouth by the Chamber of Commerce In support of the Westfield Historical Society. Bank on Elm Street, Robert Treat and self) was the leading vote getter in Scotch counties think the district plan is a good Mother* BabyCo.onQuimby Street, Plains (S227 to 5213). Republicans won idea? Weichert Sets Annual Rower Zone on Prospect Street anti in Garwood by fifteen votes, which I Every year, the voters of Union County, would consider a 'split'' all the voters, get to determine who will H Letters to the Editor ) Copies Now on North Avenue. Child Toy Drive Mrs. Quattrocchi was not even the top rwesent them as their elected county The cost ol lhe ornament i s $ 10 and WESTHELD -Weichert Realtors' vote getter in her hometown Her num­ officials. For the past ten years, the major­ Professor Provides Students' Thoughts a portion of sales will benefit the announces its 26th Annual Toy Drive. bers are wrong again in Springfield where ity of voters have chosen Democrats, Westfield Historical Society. The company ’s Westfield sales office I was the leader with 3408 votes to Mis regardless of the office. What could be “Each year the Westfield Chamber located at 185 Elm Street is partici­ Quattrocchi's 3068. Look at the more American than that? On NJ Free Needle Exchange Program produces an ornament featuring a Kenilworth numbers; a margin of 177 pating and will collect toys for distri­ On behalf of my running mates. l*d like Editor's Note: This lener. edited for prominent landmark in the town,” votes hardly constitutes a "win” for the ”1 know first hand what it is like to sec bution to financially and/or physi­ to thank the citizens of Union County for brevity, was sent to Governor Richard explained Richard Fromkin, chair­ Republicans. And if Roselle Park is cen­ their resounding vote of confidence. I do someone die from AID§. It is not a pretty cally disadvantaged children within Codey and copied to The Westfield Leader sight. I had to grow up in that kind of man of the Chamber's Board of Di­ the community. tral Union County, why isn't Roselle? my best to represent all of Union County, and The Times. Second, 1 must take issue with Mrs. not just Elizabeth or any other town. No «*••• environment. Why should the next gen rectors. “This year, we felt in light of Donations of new unwrapped toys matter how you look at the numbers, I eration. if we can prevent it? the Historical Society's efforts to re­ will be accepted through December In the weeks prior to leaving office, ex- Although we know dregs are had and believe the results bear me out. store and rehabilitate the Reeve House, Local charities will deliverthe toys to Govemor James McGreevey issued an it’s not right to condone them, users are executive order to allow for a free needle it would make the perfect addition to children during the holidays. Last County"? Berkeley Heights is as far west Dan Sullivan going to continue injections, whether you our collection.” Freeholder exchange program in the New Jersey cit­ make it sale or not. If they do not care, at year more than 35,000 toys were dis­ ies with the highest rates of H1V/AIDS. In least show them that we do!" — Natyra In 1985, the Reeve family donated tributed corporate/ wide by the effect, the executive order allows these Brooks. Jersey City their circa 1870's-era home on Moun­ Weichert program. Westfield Resident Says Leaf Bagging cities to provide free needles to drug users ***** tain Avenue to the town of Westfield Please drop off your donations at or to let people buy syringes without a “We will not be helping old drug abus­ with the intention that it would be­ the Westfield sales office. Is a Screwball State Regulation prescription. ers. we will be creating new ones. There I asked my business ethics students at is no good that can come out of this Each fall all residents receive their leaf or her own. Fairleigh Dickinson University in collection flyer. Neatly tucked into this executive order."— Justin Newsom, New ____ wake up ca Teaneck to prepare their thoughts on the Wesley Hall Nursery School year's version (and easily overlooked) Brunswick Westfield residents but for our elected issue. A summary of their comments fol­ ***** was a notice that as of Fall 2005 all leaves officials as well. Lets not wait until 2005 lows. "Any technique that would reduce HIV/ 1 East Broad St., Westfield must be bagged and can no longer be left to remedy this empty headed plan. Hav­ at the curbside. Note this regulation af­ Gerard Cleaves AIDS from spreading is something to (908) 233 - 9570 ing raked a lot of leaves over my 20 plus Westfield look forward to." —- Zeuryd Amaya, fects not only Westfield but the entire years living here in Westfield I know full ***** state in 2005. Passaic well this is a big job come every Fail. By “Needle exchange is just another way ***** This is part of the New Jersey that I mean clearing your property of to condone drug use, by making needles Deptartment of Environmental ‘GovemorCodey should not allow this leaves to the curbside for DPW removal. more accessible to those who would abuse needle exchange program Instead, the Morning & Afternoon Sessions for Ages 21/2 to 4+. Protection’s attempt to enforce new fed­ Being required to bag leaves is just as them. The Vancouver study in the 1990's eral stormwater requirements. This regu­ governor should focus more on campaigns Team Teaching by Experienced Teachers. impossible as it is for the town to clear the followed the same users for 10 years. The to end dreg use." —- Tina Chrisohoidis, lation only allows leaves to remain in the streets of leaves within a seven day pe­ startling results of the study were that street for a seven day period by which Cliffside Park Spacious Indoor & Outdoor Play Areas. riod. Knowing the leaf situation in deaths increased, the program users were ***** time they must be removed. If they cannot Westfield, it would mean spending a good twice as likely to contract HIV, and drug “The protagonists for needle exchange Lunch & Enrichment Classes Available. be removed within seven days, they must deal of our free time in the Fall bagging trafficking and other crimes increased be placed in approved paper bags for programs are unwittingly exposing their leaves. I doubt many of us would look Municipalities that are considering of­ communities to a non-scientlfic solution town pick up - no plastic bags allowed. forward to this task, for many of our older fering the exchange programs are playing The only other option to the home- into a vicious dilemma. The Pandora's residents it would be impractical and un­ with fire, but it will be the urban residents Box has far more nasty surprises. The owner will be to hire a private contractor healthy. who get burned.” — Karol Kowalczuk. We are entering our 53rd year of providing to dispose of the leaves. The town claims solution does not lie in facilitation of What then will be our alternative - to Clifton illegal activities. The answer lies in pre­ it is impossible for them to remove leaves ***** pay landscapers hundreds of dollars in venting access to dregs and syringes, quality programming for the pre-school childl from the street within the mandated seven fees to remove and dispose of the leaves, “I support the Syringe Exchange pro­ day period. So the resident will left on his/ intervening legally and medically treat­ in that case the leaves may as well be gram ordered from Governor James ing.” — Mahcen Hyder. United Arab green! My point is this new leaf bagging McGreevey as a proven method of stop­ Emirates regulation - needs to be bagged or at the Westfielder Calls for ping the transmission of blood borne ***** Open Registration very least amended. pathogens in the injecting drug using com­ "It is impossible for Governor Rollback of Fees The intent although good for the environ­ munity. McGreevey or any other governor fol­ Begins Feb. 7, 2005. ment places an unfair burden upon the Donna Shalala, Secretary of Health Now that town residents rejected the lowing him to end dreg use." — Matthew citizen. Can the leaves be mulched, per­ and Human Services in the Clinton ad­ Argenti, Trenton parking deck, the large parking fee in­ haps, but if you have observed the size of ministration, said: ‘A meticulous scien­ ***** creases of the past few years need to be many leaf piles throughout town this too tific review has now proven that needle Call Mon. - Fri, Between rescinded. These increases, which basi­ “1 am skeptical regarding the message sounds like an unworkable solution. If we exchange programs can reduce the trans­ that the state would be sending to the dreg 9 - 2 to Schedule a Tour cally amounted to a tax increase on remain within the confines of the regulation mission of HIV and save lives without permit holders, were generated to subsi- users. By providing them with needles, of our Facility. as it now stands my feeling is that private losing ground in the battle against illegal we are implying that it is all right to use an contractors mu^t tig, hired by the town to drugs.”’ — Imeld^Muca Cliffside Park ...... II to one of the local government illegal substance. Clearly that is not the assist the DPW m removing the leaves on a llliVl jfifi officials revealed that rescinding the message New Jtelr&y Wahls to send.’' i "J iUrfUi-J. u m ; timely basis. This would be similar to the “VeS,' the spread of TiLV in New Jersey Michael KroH. Fuiflawn large increases is not on the agenda way private contractors assist the town with has been tremendously high and an inter­ because permit holders have not been snow removal in the winter. vention is needed to solve the problem. speaking out on the issue. So, I am Bulk leaf removal is not a job for our However.providingclean syringes for drug asking that people who use the Westfield citizens. I would like to hear from others users does not solve the problem. Instead it train parking lots, or anyone opposed to on this issue, lest it be forgotten until the makes the usage of drugs more acceptable. large unnecessary tax increases, contact winds blow and the leaves fall in 2005. If As an alternative in supplying the commu­ our elected representatives, including we go along with a screwball regulation nity with clean syringes, rehab and trying the mayor, and ask that the parking fees like this we may find ourselves bagging to get the drug users off drugs completely be substantially reduced. snow in the not too distant future. would beabetter solution.”— Emmanuella Sam Kahn Pierre-Louis, Newark Michael Ince ***** [ATURALLYI Westfield Westfield great taste • fn /v/h /tr/c . / r . y / s W estfield W inter Stroll Sunday, December 5th 12-5PM

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North Avenue East Broad Street Elm Street Adler’s Jeweler’s Menina Lancaster's MotoPhoto The Leader Store Juxtapose Galiery Michael Kohn Jewelers American Shoe & Luggage Success Express Brummer’s Homemade Chocolates The Papery Prospect Street Classic Thyme The Green Room Many Clever Hands Casabella at Classic Thyme Anais Sole Funk & Standard Periwinkles Fine Gifts The Flower Zone Baron’s Drugs GAP Central Avenue Quimbv Street Nirvana Presidential Pen Anthology ----- GAP Kids -— Lenox Avenue M o thers Baby Co. Golden Bee Antiques Bittersweet Designs [new chicken caesar sarsdwic Island Trading Company Scott's Shoes U t your taste buds experience the joy of natural flavor at Panera Bread*. We're now serving flavorful, all-natural chicken. Chicken that is raised with an all-natural vegetarian diet clean water and plenty of fresh air. Try o u r new Look for the “Proud Sponsor o f the Education Fund' sign on the participating merchant's door ‘ 9 Chicken Caesar Sandwich, made with an all-natural chicken breast seasoned with ir.panera-nj.com J a pepper-mustard rub, Asiago-Parmesan cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions Babysitting available at the Westfield “Y ” on Clark Street and our classic Caesar dressing. At Panera Bread, all of our sandwiches and salads are made by hand using only fresh, natural ingredients. Better quality. Better taste. Every (toy at Panera Bread. The Education Fund Thanks these wonderful local stores who continually support our schools and our town

P lease patronize them on D ecem ber 5th and every shopping day. 4VILLE HACKFTTSTOWN SUCCASUNNA Special Thanks to The DWC, Coldwell-Banker Realtors, the Westfield Y, ITHERFORD HOBOKEN WATCHUNG Save $1.00 WATER NORTH BRUNSWICK O n A ny PARAMUS And the musical performers from the Westfield School District ISON WEST CALDWELL Signature Sandwich t W OOD PRINCETON WESTFIELD [ or Hot Panini Free Parking on Sundays JDbBS RAMSEY WEST ORANGE INGTON RARITAN WEST WINDSOR — “•sass.'crcrssr -I ETTE SHORT HILLS WOOD CUFF LAKE P » g « 6 2, 2004 g ll|f H lfgtfirlb llrn h rr and The Scotch PUins - fanwood TIMES A W atchuwc C ommunications, Inc. P ublication Miller-Cory Museum Plans Christmas Program Sunday

WESTFIELD — "Christmas — All to browse the gift shop, which carries Through the House." a celebration of a variety of toys, books, crafts, home­ the sights, sounds and scents of the made jellies and soaps. holiday, will take place from 2 to 4 Admission to the museum is $2 for p m this Sunday. December 5. at the adults. 50 cents for students and free Miller-Cory House Museum, located for children under age sis. at 614 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. On December 12, the museum will Visitors will see familiar Christmas present Gingerbread Sunday, a pro­ ornaments and leant theirorigins; learn gram designed for young children, from the significance of holiday plants such 2 to 4 p.m. There will be a fee of S3 per as the rose and chrysanthemum: hear child; adults may attend for free. the legend of the candy cane; see a For more information about the display of Nutcrackers and Christmas museum, its winter programs and jewelry, and enjoy refreshments. volunteer opportunities, please call They also will have an opportunity the museum office at (908) 232-1776. Kiwanis Club Posts Dates For Sale of Luminaries

FANWOOD - The Scotch Plains- a.m. and 3 p.m., and on Wednesday, Fanwood Kiwanis Club will hold its December 22. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. sale o f luminary' candles for 2004 Purchasers are encouraged to pick up Jt rrv and oene i.erold this month, featuring the theme “We their luminaries early. Support Our Troops " As always, all proceeds will be Luminaries, which are placed directed to the club’s charitable en­ M r ancfM rs. Jerome (Jerofcf across the front of homes on Christ­ deavors. such as scholarships for lo­ mas Eve to signify the lighting of the cal students; CONTACT We Care, way of the wise men to Bethlehem, the local libraries and many others. will again be distributed from the For more information or directions Fanwood Municipal Garage. to the Fanwood Municipal Garage, MR. AND MRS. GREGORY J. MURPHY The cost of the candle, bag and please call Bill Lehman at (908) 518- (She is the former Ms. Jessica Lentz) Mr. and Mrs, Jerome F. Gcrold of 1942 to 1945 in both the Asian and sand, which completes one luminary 0 7 13. People are asked not to call the Westfield celebrated their 60th wed­ European theaters. set, is 40 cents per set. Individuals are Municipal Garage or the Fanwood ding anniversary on Friday, Novem­ Mrs. Gerold had been employed asked to bring a container for the sand. Police Department. ber 5, with a weekend of activities by the Tennant Com pany of Linden, This year's sale will be held on the M s. Jessica L e n tz that were held in their honor. retiring in 1985, and is a past Matron three Saturdays before Christmas. Upcoming Carol Sing Mr. Gerold, known as Jerry, and of the Order of the Eastern Star. December 4, 11 and 18, between 9 the former Miss Imogene “Gene" Their family includes a son, To Aid Tiny Tim Fund Nash were married on November 5, W eds Jregory J. M urphy Greg, and daughter-in-law, Bar­ Cannonball House SCOTCH PLAINS - Carolers in 1944 at the First Methodist Church bara, who reside in Illinois, along Scotch Plains and Fanwood will stop Ms. Jessica Lentz of Woburn. in Rahway. with their son, Sean; a daughter. To Be Open Sunday had her sister, Mrs. Whitney Skumin by local homes next Thursday, De­ Mass., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. of Woburn, as her matron of honor. Prior to their retirement to Sandra, and son-in-law, Alex, who SCOTCH PLAINS - The Osborn cember 9, between 4 and 9 p.m, to Douglas Lentz, o f Woburn, was mar­ Greenville. S.C. in 1985. the couple live in Westfield, with their three Cannonball House, located at 1840 The bridal attendants included Mrs. sing holiday melodies. Area residents ried on Saturday. July 3. toGregory J. lived in Clark for 37 years and have children. Elizabeth. Alison and Front Street in Scotch Plains, will be Vicki Gerry. Ms. Christin Cahill, Mrs. are asked to leave porch lights on Murphy of Quincy, Mass. He is the been members of the First Baptist Nicholas, and a daughter, Sharon, open to visitors this Sunday, Decem­ Andrea McNamee and Ms. Kristyn during those hours. son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Murphy Church of Westfield since 1950. and her husband. Rob, who with ber 5, from 1 to 4 p.m. during the O'Brien, all of Woburn, Mass.; Ms. Donations will benefit the Tiny Tim of Westfield. Kathie Skerry ofMalden. Mass..Mrs. They moved back to Westfield in their son, Dakota, reside in Colo­ town-wide Holiday Celebration and Fund, a non-profit organization that The afternoon ceremony and Mass May of this year. rado. lighting of the Christmas Tree. Tina McCabe of Lincoln Park, Mrs. provides financial assistance to chil­ took place at St. Anthony Roman Catho­ Mr. Gerold had worked forCrisdel The Gerolds’ anniversary week­ Festive decorations will adorn the Maryanne Kazanis and Ms. Lauren dren in Fanwood and Scotch Plains lic Church in Woburn, with the Rever­ Construction before retiring in end was observed with various par­ circa 1760farmhousemuseum, which Siuda, both of Melrose, Mass.; Ms. who are in need of medical care and end Jim Hayes officiating. A reception 1985. He is a Mason and member of ties. including a reception in their is maintained by the Historical Soci­ Deb Kendall of Medfield, Mass., and cannot afford it. followed at the Atkinson Resort and the Lafayette Lodge in Rahway, and home attended by friends; a festive ety of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Ms. Tara Napolitanoand Ms. Michelle Contributions also may be made Country Club in Atkinson, N.H. previously was a member of the luncheon in their honor, hosted by There will be no admission charge. Rosatto, both of East Boston, Mass. directly to: The Tiny Tim Fund, P.O. Given in marriage by her parents, Lions Club of Greenville, S.C. their daughter Sandra, and a recep­ This will be the final activity at the Scott Murphy of Bridgewater and He served in the United Slates Box 181, Fanwood 07023. For addi­ Douglas and Janet Lentz, the bride Brian Murphy of Westfield were the tion at the First Baptist Church fol­ museum for this year. The house will tional information, please call (908) Navy during World War II from lowing Sunday services. reopen on Sunday, March 6, 2005. best men for their brother. 233-6513. Fanwood Library Posts Serving as ushers were Adam Lentz, the brother of the bride, and Christo­ www.sg-cpas.com Teen Group Activities pher Skumin. the brother-in-law of FANWOOD - The Teen group of the bride, both of Woburn, Mass.; the Fanwood Memorial Library will Mike Dickey and Ryu Saito of celebrate winter with several activi­ Westfield; Chris LaBrache. Jim ties. Hennessy and Jeff Croke, all of Those between the ages of 12 and Quincy, Mass.; John SheehyandChris 18 will receive a free prize book if Antonelli ofHoboken. and RobCroke they read three books and come to the of West Roxbury, Mass. library to discuss the books with Miss Hallie Carton of Atlanta. Ga„ Nancy Kipping, who is in charge of a cousin of the bride, was the flower teen programming. This offer is good girl. Bobby McLoughlin of Garden from now until Thursday. December City, N.Y., a cousin of the bride­ tyiu i*t the itemd . 30. groom, was the ring bearer. On Tuesday, December 28, at 3:30 A welcoming barbecue for family 7fJe da the tvonh . . . p.m.. the Teen group will hold its and friends was hosted by Mrs. Linda annual Pizza and a Movie holiday O' Brien, the bride’s aunt, at her home /tyad

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De­ The youngsters hope to raise $5,000 United Methodist Church (FUMC), FUMC holds church school activi­ cember 5, children participatingating in through the fair's proceeds and dona­ located at 117 1 Tenill Road in Scotch ties, for preschool through high school the Sunday school program at The tions in order to purchase animals Plains, recently recognized members youth, at 9:15 am . on Sundays, fol­ Presbyterian ChurchhinW in Westfield estfir will tha! will be distributed to poverty- of its 2004 Confirmation Class. lowed by a 10:30 a.m. worship ser­ sponsor a craft fair to raise funds for stricken families throughout the Five junior high and high school vice. Child care is available during Heifer International. world. students completed the series of morning worship services. The Heifer Craft Fair will be held This mission project was launched classes that began last spring, and In addition. FUMC supports the immediately following the 10:30a.m in September when Director of Chris­ were confirmed on October 24 Thev Chinese Language Ministry pro­ worship service in Assembly Hall at tum Education Kathy Genus intro­ include Tutan Hanciles. Alex grams. which include a worship ser­ the church, located at 140 Mountain duced the idea to the children and Bernhard, Samantha Hanciles, Kelly vice and English as a Second Lan­ Avenue. encouraged them to come up with Gajd/isz and MacKenzie Sizemore. guage classes, both held on Sunday ways to raise funds for the purchase Additionally. Erraton and Marion afternoons. Worship to Include of the animals. Dalrymple, Rommel and Pamela For more information, please call ADVENT CELEBRATION...St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located at 414 East Each class picked an animal to un­ Broad Street In Westfield, will present a Festival Servlet of Advent lessons and Magailancs and Kim Tsc. from the Pastor Sam Chong at the church of­ Sign Interpretation derwrite, and created different prod­ Carols on Sunday. December 12, at 11:15 a.m.The service will begin with a special communitiesof Plainfield and Scotch WESTFIELD - The 10:20 a.m fice, (908) 322-9222 or visit prelude at 11 a.m. In addition to hymns and carols, the service will include ucts and crafts associated with that Plains, were welcomed as new mem- www.scotchplains.aim/fumc. excerpts from Bach’s Magnificat. Handel's Messiah. Schubert’s Deutsche Messe, worship service at the First Baptist animal to sell at the fair. Students 1‘erjjotcsi ’s Magnificat and Trlt-niann’s Concerto for Three Trumpets. The service Church of Westfield, located at 170 learned about the animals they will also will feature S t Paul’s Parish Choir, pictured above, plus soloists with Elm Street, will include signing for help to purchase and the families that Willow Grove Men to Host instrumental accompaniment h> members of the New Jersey Symphony Orches­ the hearing impaired on Sunday. De­ will benefit from the project. tra and guests. The Reverend Andrew C. Hamersley, Rector of St. Paul’s, will be cember 5. Additionally this Sunday, adults the celebrant. The public Is invited to attend. For more information, please call Sign interpreter Ann Watson will and children of all ages arc invited to (908) 2J2-850b. extension no. 10. Breakfast and Author Talk stand before a front section of the attend a special intergcncrational ser­ church and sign the entire service for vice celebrating "All God’s Family" SCOTCH PLAINS-TheMcn'sGroup in Scotch Plains has invited men of all those who find it helpful. at the 10:30 a m. worship hour. of the Willow Grove PtesbytcrianChurch ages from the community to come to the Torah Center Reveals Series The church already routinely pro­ church on Saturday, December 11. front vides large print bulletins and hear­ Willow Grove Church 8 to 10 a.m. for a irec pancake and sausage ing aids that amplify the service, and Baptist Men to Meet breakfast, holiday fellowship and a pre­ Of Events Starting Tonight is seeking to make the worship expe­ Slates Advent Festival sentation of "Hail to the Presidents." rience even more inclusive. For ‘Grub With Guys’ SCOTCH PLAINS — The Willow After breakfast, Sid Frank will share WESTFIELD - The Union County On Saturday. December 11, front “We hope some of those in the WESTFIELD — Men from the Grove Presbyterian Church in Scotch some unique and little known facts Torah Center in Westfield has an­ 6:30 to 8 p.m.. the Torah Center and community who are deaf and hearing First Baptist Church of Westfield w ill Plains lias invited members of the com­ from his book "The Presidents: Tid­ nounced a series of events beginning the Chat Center of Millbum/Short impaired will visit us December 5 meet for "Grub with the Guys" on munity to attend its Advent Festival on bits and Trivia.” tonight. Thursday. December 2. with Hills will co-sponsor a "Chanukah and let us know if they find the sign­ Tuesday. December 7, at 6:45 a.m. at Saturday. December 11. from 4 to 7 p.m. Part of the nxtming festivities will be a “Chassidic Farbrengen" to be held on Ice" event at the Union Sports ing helpful and the worship meaning­ the Scotehw ood Diner. Route 22. East, This family event will include the annual Christmas gift exchange. Any­ at 8 p.m. in honor of Yud Tes Kislev Arena in Union, located on Route 22. ful,” said Senior Pastor Dee Dee in Scotch Plains. Newcomers are crafts, movies and stories, followed one interested in participating is asked to (the 19th day of Kislev). West, next to Best Buy. Turlington. welcome. by pizza and dessert and a special bring a gift, not exceeding $10 in value, A farbrengen is an informal event Participants will skate to Jewish “We will consider sign interpreta­ Participants may dress for busi­ closing program. Interested individu­ and will receive one himself. A gift may in which people gather to celebrate music while watching a spectacular ice tion every week if there is a need for ness or in casual clothes, depending als arc asked to make their reserva­ he funny, serious or practical in nature. their Judaism by means of song, sto­ tions by Friday. December 10, al­ mertorah being lit in the center o f the it," she added. on where they w ill be headed after­ Interested nten are asked to make res­ ries and words of inspiration. rink. Refreshments will be served. The though reservations are not required. For more information or directions to wards. For more information, please ervations by Thursday. December 9. but Rabbi Dovid Sholom Pape will lead cost is $ 10 per person, including skates. The Willow Grove Church is lo­ the church, please call (908) 233-2278 or call (908) 233-2278 or e-mail also will be welatme without a reserva­ the Farbrengen, discuss the history of Finally, the Torah Center and cated at 1961 Raritan Road. To make email [email protected] [email protected] tion. For more information or to make the Chabad-Lubavitch movement and Gcsher will present a Chanukah show reservations for the Advent Festival reservations, please call Paul at (908) share stories of the Lubaviteher entitled "Lights," on Tuesday, De­ or for more information about the I 'fhe Chelsea at Fanwood i t pleased to host a: 322-7892, August at (908) 889-5948 or Rebbes. This program is free and cember 7. at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, church, please call the church office. the church office at (90S) 232-5678. open to the public. December 9, at 6:30 p.m. on Comcast Monday through Friday, at (908) 232- Reservations also may be e-mailed On Sunday. December 5, the center Cable Channel 26. 5678. Individuals also may e-mail to [email protected]. The church will present a Chanukah Jew ish Story Gesher is the organization that pro­ Holiday Craft [email protected] or visit is located at 1961 Raritan Road and is and Crafts Hour for children age three duced the hall-hour video, which is de­ www.scotchplains.eom/wgpc. handicapped-accessible. to five, front 12:3()to 1: 15 p.m. Young­ signed for Jewish children and non-Jews sters w ill listen to a story; leant about interested in a bit of Jewish culture. B a z a a r * * the holidays, and do an arts and crafts The Torah Center is located at 418 SEASONS Holiday Social project. Popular holiday songs also Central Avenue. For more informa­ Enjoy win* It cheese while (hopping for will be taught. The fee is $5 per child. tion on any of these activities, please festive craft*, hand painted item.*, hand­ Slated For December 14 call the center at (908) 789-5252. bag*, jewelry, wreath*, gourmet food* h Deacons to Conduct Caregivers to Meet much more. We'll e v e n wrap for you/// WESTFIELD - SEASONS, a sup­ through June, from 7:15 to 9 p.nt. in port group for divorced, separated the Activities Center Building in the Saturday Blood Drive On Monday Evening VH£W: Saturday, December 4 t h T 1M £ : 2 .0 0 p .m . - 4 0 0 p .m . and widowed individuals of all faiths, Annex at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic FAN WOOD - The deacons of the WESTFIELD - A support group including anyone who has experi­ Church, located at 16(X) Rahway Av­ Fanwood Presbyterian Church will for those caring for elderly or chroni­ W fffiB fi: C h e ls e a at fanwood enced the loss of a relationship, will enue in Westfield. hold a blood drive this Saturday, cally ill loved ones will meet at 8 p.m. hold a holiday social event on Tues­ Highlights include speakers and dis­ December 4. from 8:30 a.m. to 2 this Monday. December 6, in the Par­ Open to the Public - day, December 14. at 7:15 p.m. cussions on stress, self-worth, gratitude, p.m. in the church dining room. All ish Center of St. Helen's Roman Please join us for a fun afternoon of holiday shopping/ Through SEASONS, participants personality, spirituaiity.change. relation- donors are asked to bring a signed or Catholic Church on Lambertsmill are offered assistance in their journey ships, identifying passions and the dif­ picture form of identification. Road in Westfield. toward the healing of emotions and ferences between men and women. The Fanwood Presbyterian Meetings lake place on the first spirit via group discussions, guest For more information on the holi­ Church is located at 74 Marline non-holiday Monday of each month. speakers and social activities. day social or SEASONS, please call Avenue South. For more informa­ These are information and sharing THE CHELSEA Meetings are held every second AT FANWOOD Miekie Hamilton at (732) 381-7801 tion. please call the church office at sessions. 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He has Ptaim-Fanwood has affiliated with was associated with many of the “casually” mentioned to me that to make his own decisions regarding the Township of Scotch Plains Recre­ events that shaped the nation's des­ daddy and "Rita” (disguised name) pot usage when he is out of the house: ation Department this semester to tiny. A local estate set on 26 acres, it were playing mommy and daddy in your role is not to protect him. provide educational. cultural and his­ is a jewel complete with a 50-room our bed. In regard to his girlfriend sleeping tory-oriented trips for area residents. mansion, of which docents will give I’m afraid to confront my husband over, you have the right to set limits Individuals are invited to broaden a guided tour. The mansion will be because 1 know he will deny every­ regarding sleeping arrangements. their horizons by partaking in these especially exquisite with its holiday thing. Truthfully, I think he has been Here, too, your son has to make EduTravel opportunities, specifically decorations. On the glass porch, TEAM EFFORT.,.Local scouts, as wril as resident volunteers, helped set up more unfaithful in the past, and Rita is a bit than 4JW0 boots for the Friends of the Fan wood Memorial library'* recent book sale. decisions once he is out of the house, geared for family outings. These ex­ group members will enjoy tea with seductive with all men. The library support group reported the sale, which also featured toys, tapes and but he must respect your sense of cursions may be given as a gift for a sandwiches, petite scones, pastries As 1 do in most situations, 1 try to comfort at home. birthday, anniversary or upcoming videos, was its most successful ever - raising more than $3,000 to benefit the library. and clotted cream and jams There The Fan wood Memorial library Is located at North Avenue and TWotson Road. avoid confrontations, and I've always A Sad Senior Writes: What do holiday. A minimum of 15 registrants also will be time at Liberty Hall for believed in turning the other cheek you do when you feel that life is not is required for each trip to operate group members to walk the grounds and things will work out. But this fair? I’ve never been an upbeat per­ Enrollment is limited. EduTravel on their own and to browse the keeps bothering me, and the feelings son, but the older I get. the more reservations are not refundable but museum gift shop. Blood Drive Is Slated are gening worse. And, do I dare drag pessimistic I become. my son into this? Many o f my friends have moved or At Temple Emanu-El Answer: Avoiding confrontations passed away; I'm inpatient with many means avoiding healthy resolutions. young people who seem to be self- WESTFIELD — To assist New tary cholesterol screening will be You would have done better had you centered and want to get their needs NEIL SULLIVAN Jersey Blood Services, the Sisterhood available for all blood donors. dealt with your suspicions regarding met immediately. My children feel President, Westfield Mortgage and Men's Club/Brotherhood of Donors must be at least 17 years old your husband’s possible infidelities I’m too critical or bitter. Forget poli­ Temple Emanu-El in Westfield will and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. by being up front. tics or religion, I feel isolated; I’ve ■ Free credit evaluation and approvals jointly sponsor a bltxxl drive on Sun­ In order to sign up. individuals must Now is the time to talk to your been a good person all my life, and I ■ Guaranteed closing costs day, December 19. not have donated blood within eight husband and confront him with your don’t think I’ve gotten what I de­ ■ New home purchases The drive will be held in the weeks prior to December 19. son’s statements. Situations where serve. • Construction loans temple's Greifer Sacks Hall from 9 Participants are encouraged to eat avoidance and denial exist usually Answer: Since you mention that ■ Refinances a.m. to I p.m. Temple Emanu-El is a meal before donating. For more worsen with age (unlike wine). 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P umjcation Jane Smith, 86, Was Store Proprietor; DEATH NOTICE College Thistee, CSH Board Member — <^trituarie£ — Dorothy Koppenhoefer, 91, Loved Family; Jane Gordon Smith, 86, of Palm and the Board of Community Hope in Volunteer and Former U.N. Receptionist City, Fla, died on Saturday, Novem­ Parsippany. DEATH NOTICE Dorothy Fisgus Koppenhoefer. 91, many volunteer organizations. ber 27, at Martin Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Smith graduated from Elmira of Longwood, Fla. passed away on Dorothy will be remembered for South, in Stuart. Fla. College with a Bachelor of Arts de­ Donald W. Campbell, 99, Church Elder; Saturday, November 20. at her resi­ her kindness, her sense of humor, her Bom on May 14, 1918 in Eliza­ gree in 1939. dence. integrity, her astute business skills beth. she had lived in Westfield and Surviving are two daughters, Was Educator, Music Lover and Mason Bom July 29,1913 in Cincinnati, and her self-sacrificing nature. Mcndham before moving to Palm Kathy Atherton and Laurie Orth, both Donald Wesley Campbell, 99, Ohio, Dorothy graduated from the She was predeceased by her hus­ City three years ago. Clarion Normal School (later Clarion of Palm City, Fla.; a son. David Orth, passed away on Monday, November University o f Cincinnati in 1936, be­ band, Robert Koppenhoefer, several Prior to retiring, Mrs. Smith had University) in 1926 with a degree in also of Palm City; three granddaugh­ 29, at his residence in Westfield. coming one of the first women to earn years ago. been a proprietor for 35 years o f the education. He graduated from Clarion ters; two grandsons and a great- A Westfield resident for 47 years. a degree in commercial engineering Dorothy is survived by her two chil­ Jane Smith Shop in Mcndham, Normal School High School in 1923. grandson. Donald was bom in Clarion. Pa , the through a newly developed co-op pro­ dren, Kenneth Koppenhoefer of Westfield and Clinton. Services will he held in New Jersey Donald loved music and played the gram at the university. son of the late John Cuthbcrt Campbell saxophone in high school, in the Penn Longwood, Fla and Karen Costelloes She also was a former trustee for at a later dale. She worked as a secretary until and Ida Elizabeth Branfield Campbell. State Blue Band and the Cathaum of Winter Park, Fla, and by her grand­ Elmira College in Elmira. N.Y. and Arrangements are under the direc­ moving with her husband, Robert, to He lived in Pennsylvania for 39 years Movie Theatre Orchestra in college, children Natalya. Kristen and Kaitlin served on the board of Children’s tion of the Aycock Funeral Home in New York City in 1939. The couple and in Newark for 14 years before and in dance orchestras; O’Brien’s Koppenhoefer and MarcellaCostelioes. Specialized Hospital in Mountainside Stuart. Fla. also lived in Westfield for many years. moving to Westfield in 1957. Happy Six Orchestra, and the eight A memorial service will be held on In lieu o f flowers, memorial contri­ Dorothy served as a receptionist in An Elder at The Presbyterian member Pennwood Orchestra, in the Saturday, December 4, at 3 p.m. al the Dolores T. Woelz, 76 butions may he made to Children’s the delegates’ lounge during the open­ Church in Westfield, Donald also was 1920s. While a teacher at Clarion Village on the Green in Longwood. Fla D o lo res T. W oelz. 76, of Specialized Hospital, 150 New Provi­ ing of the United Nations headquar­ Past President of the Westfield Old Junior High School, he organized the Memorial contributions may be Manahawkin died on Sunday, No­ dence Road. Mountainside 07092. ters in New York. Guard and a member of the Senior junior high school’s first orchestra. made to the Children’s Home Soci­ vember 28, at her home. O e rx n tm ? 2004 Most of her life was devoted to her Citizens of Westfield and the Westfield Donald joined the Free and Accepted ety. 3535 Lawton Road, Suite 260, Bom in Elizabeth, she had lived family and the raising of two chil­ Adult School Board. Masons, Clarion Lodge No. 277 F & Orlando. Fla. 32803. there before relocating to Honora Pfeiffer, 93 dren. She also became involved in CtaMmtw 2, 2004 Donald was the husband of Evelyn A. M.. on November 1, 1926 and had Manahawkin 26 years ago. Honora ’’Nome" Brown Pfeiffer. Marion KammerCampbell, who died Surviving are her husband, Karl been a member for over 78 years. 93, a lifelong resident of Westfield, in 1992. He was the father of a son. His other memberships included G. Woelz; two daughters, Carla S. died on Monday. November 22, at her John B.; a daughter, Virginia L.; a Friends of the Westfield Library; Bovcr of Scotch Plains and Sandra residence. daughter-in-law, June Campbell; three ( Community!Area News M. McCormick of Shrewsbury, Newark Directors and Supervisors She was predeceased by her hus­ grandchildren and three great-grand­ Association, serving as President in Mass., and four grandchildren. band. Charles Pfeiffer, in 1984; a children. He had tw'o brothers and 1977; Newark YM-YWCA Commu­ Funeral services were held yester­ daughter, Lorraine Warden, in 2001, five sisters who have passed away. day, Wednesday. December I. at the nity Extension Committee; Newark and a granddaughter, Ellen Mulkecn, Donald was the Director of Refer­ Education Association; Penn State Operation Breadbasket Needs Calvary Lutheran Church in in 1985. ence and Research for the Newark Cranford. Alumni Association; Forest Hill Pres­ Surviving are a daughter, Bernice Board of Education for 29 years, from byterian Church, Newark; New Jer­ Arrangements were under the di­ Phillips; two sons, Charles "Rich” November 3, 1943 to February I, sey Education Association; New Jer­ Donations for Needy Families rection of the Memorial Funeral Pfeiffer and James T. Pfeiffer; nine 1973. He taught Research and Thesis sey Council of Education; New Jer­ Home, 155 South Avenue in AREA - “Operation Breadbasket" “It will take a significant outpour­ grandchildren; nine great-grandchil­ Writing and Educational Measure­ sey School Masters Club; New York Fanwood. is in urgent need of donations of ing of support in order to help all of dren. and a great-great-grandchild. ment at Seton Hall University in South City School Masters Club; Pennsyl­ Memorial contributions may be money and food in order to continue our needy families this year," Sheriff A memorial Mass will be offered at Orange in the spring o f 1957. vania Education Association; Ameri­ made to Young Life - Central Jersey. 11 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, December its mission of providing needy fami­ Froehlich said. "Year after year, the Earlier, he was a Research and Sta­ can Educational Research Associa­ 707 Willow Grove Road. Westfield 3. at the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic lies with food deliveries this holiday people and businesses of Union tistical Advisor at the State Depart­ tion and the Essex County Retired 07090. Church in Westfield. season. Union County Sheriff Ralph County have reached out to help their ment of Public Instruction, Harris­ Education Association. Dscwnt»r2. 2004 Froehlich said. Economic troubles neighbors in need. We are calling on Arrangements are by the Dooley burg, Pa.; Principal of Downingtown Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Colonial Home. 556 Westfield Av­ have led to lower-than-expected fi­ them to once again rise to the chal­ Junior-Senior High School, today, Thursday, December 2, at the Prayer to enue in Westfield. nancial donations, even as the num­ lenge this year." Downingtown. Pa.; a teacher of So­ Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Memorial donations may be made ber of families and senior citizens in Donors this year include Tuscan cial Studies at Connelsville High Street in Westfield. Funeral services The Blessed Virgin to Atlantic Home Care and Hospice, need has increased. Dairy, Shop-Rite, the Masonic Lodge School, Connelsville, Pa., and a will be at 11 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, PRAYER TO THE BLESSED 33 Bleeker Street, Millbum 07041. Also, due to management changes of Westfield, and the two unions that teacher of American History, Civics December 3, in the Chapel of The VIRGIN: (Never known to fail) December 2, 2004 and other issues, major corporate con­ represent Union County Sheriff’s and Latin at Clarion Junior High Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Oh most beautiful flower of Mount tributors of food and logistical sup­ Officers, PBA Local 108 and FOP School, Clarion, Pa. Burial will follow at Fairview Cem­ Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of port in the past may not be able to Lodge 103. Still, financial contribu­ WACC to Present Donald graduated w ith a Doctorate etery in Westfield. heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son make the same commitment this year. tions are less than half of what they in Education in January of 1936 and In lieu of flowers, donations may of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist Retirement Planning Sheriff Froehlich said. usually are at this point in the season. a Master of Science degree in 1930, be made in his memory to The Pres­ me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the With its annual “Operation Bread­ Boxes of donated and purchased food WESTFIELD - The Westfield Area both from Penn State. He earned an byterian Church in Westfield, 140 Sea, help me show me herein, you Chamber of Commerce (WACC) has A.B. degree in Education from Penn basket,” the Union County Sheriff’s are assembled and delivered in the week are my mother. Oh Holy Mary. Mountain Avenue, Westfield 07090. Office gives hundreds of boxes of partnered with UBS Financial Ser­ State in 1929 and graduated from December 2. 2004 before Christmas. The “baskets" typi­ Mother of God, Queen of Heaven vices to offer a program on retirement food to residents in need during the cally include about$100 worth offood, and Earth! I humbly beseech you geared toward small business owners. holiday season. Sheriff Froehlich including turkeys and chickens, orange from the bottom of my heart to The workshop will be held Tues­ started "Operation Breadbasket” with juice, milk, bread, eggnog, butter and succor me in this necessity. There day, December 7, at 9:15 a.m. at the Sanguiliano Named Small a handful of colleagues when he was more. To contribute money, food or arc none that can withstand your UBS Financial Services offices, lo­ an Elizabeth police officer in the 1 960s labor to "Operation Breadbasket," power. Oh, show me herein you cated at 109 North Avenue. It will run and expanded it countywide after he please call the Union County Sheriff's are my mother. Oh Mary, con­ for approximately one hour. Bus. of the Year by Aetna was first elected Sheriff in 1977. Office at (908) 527-4450. ceived without sin. pray for us who A light continental breakfast will have recourse to thee. Holy Mother, SCOTCH PLAINS - Sanguiliano time, labor and products to surround­ be served. WACC members may par­ U JestR eid R ecM ation S te n ts I place this cause in your hands Garden Center & Florist, a Scotch ing towns and community groups. ticipate at no charge. There is a $10 j (3X). Holy Spirit, you who solve Plains-based company that offers gar­ The business is actively involved in Holiday Concert: The Annual fee for non-members. 361 South Avenue, East. Each 10 all problems, light all roads so that dening and landscaping products and the “Adopt a Highway” program in Holiday Concert is scheduled for In this workshop. Derik Liberatore, week session is 30 minutes in length, I can attain my goal. You w ho gave services, has been chosen as Aetna’s Scotch Plains. Wednesday, December 15, at 7 p.m. a small business retirement specialist and includes six students per class. me the divine gift to forgive and Northeast Region Small Business of in the Edison Intermediate School with Lord Abbett. will offer the latest Sanguiliano Garden Center & Flo­ Winter session begins on Monday, forget all evil against me and that the Year for 2004. rist chose to direct the Aetna donation auditorium. The concert will feature facts about cost effective plans for' January 10, for second and third in all in-tClOAWftmy Ttle yoti arc fn recognition of its business achieve­ the Westfield Community Band and business owners and employees. Par-1 graders. Class times; 4, 4:30 or % with me. I want in this short prayer ments and commitment to its local corti- the EdisoaBroadway Singers. Music ticipants will find out how they can p.m. Cost: $145. to thank you for the things as you munity, Aetna will donate $10,000 to ter. Many members of the Sanguiliano of the season will be performed. Area save more money for their retirement Atlantic City Trip to Bally’s: Sat­ confirm once again that I never the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. family have been impacted by can­ residents are encouraged to come needs and save money on taxes. urday, February 12, 9 a.m. to 8:30 want to be separated from you in Northern New Jersey Chapter. cer-related illnesses. out and join in the holiday spirit. For more information or to reserve p.m. Enjoy a day at the casinos, eternal glory. Thank you for your Sanguiliano Garden Center & Flo­ Created to highlight the extraordi­ Admission is free. a space, please call the Chamber of­ shopping, or just sight seeing. Cost; mercy towards me and mine. The rist came into being when three family nary strengths, achievements and 12-week pro­ fice at (908) 233-3021. Bowling League :THs $26 per person. Bus departs 9 a.m. person must say this prayer three members started the company si x years community involvement of local gram began September 27. It is being Rent: Thursday, March 3, at 8 consecutive days. After three days, ago. Today, sibliiigs Peter, Maria and small businesses, Aetna's Small Busi­ held Mondays at 3.50 p.m. at Linden p.m. This Tony and Pulitzer Prize­ the request will be granted. This See it all on the Web! Jennifer Sanguiliano run the business. ness of the Year contest is open to Lanes forages five to 14. The cost is $6 winning Broadway musical features | prayer must be published after the Community involvement is an im­ organizations that currently offer an per week, payable at the lanes. an energetically eclectic score that ' favor is granted. D.K. www.goleader.com portant part of the company's phi­ Aetna Small Group (ASG) health 3rd Annual Family Bowling accompanies the emotional story of losophy, and the Sanguilianos donate benefits plan. Night: A fun afternoon of bowling love and loyalty among struggling will be offered Saturday, January artists in New York’s East Village. 15, at 2 p.m. It will be held at Linden Location: State Theatre. New MASTER Lanes. Fee: $10.75 per person. In­ Brunswick. Cost: $64 per person. (O /^j/ow Offering the New cludes two hours of bowling and Bus departs 7 p.m. MEMORIALS shoe rental. (Snack bar will be open Kodo Drummers: Wednesday, for business). Please register by Fri­ Willow View Mausoleum, 5 2 4 Central Avenue March 16, at 8 p.m. “If there is such day, December 31. a thing as perfection in music, Kodo Westfield, NJ Offered to Westfield w f / tK Unique Cd&cept in Night Place: comes as near to it as any group in (908) 233-2350 students in grades 6 through 8 on the world,"proclaimed The Boston the following Friday nights, from Globe. Exploring the limitless pos­ Memorial ProtSYrtifes. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Edison Inter­ sibilities of the traditional Japanese < W m ediate School: D ecem ber 17, drum, Kodo is forging new direc­ January 21, February 18, April 15 tions for a vibrant, living art form. and May 13. Fee: $3 at the door. Location: State Theatre. Cost: $60/ Designer • Builders affine Teen Center: The Teen Center is per person. Bus departs at 7 p.m. MONUMENTS open on most Friday evenings dur­ Kirov Orchestra: Friday, April 1, ing the school year between the MARKERS at 8 p.m. Valery Gergiev, conduc­ ) eauty, Dignity «Sl Peace ■>> hours of 7 and 11 p.m. for all tor; Irina Mataeva, soprano; Olga MAUSOLEUMS Westfield High School students. Borodina, alto, and The Dessoff (Closed during Night Place dates). Overlooking Bunnell Pond. / ' G ... Lettered •Cleaned Choirs perform Mahler: Symphony The center features pool tables, No. 2 (“Resurrection”). Location: family Lots, Single Graves, Niches Community. Mausoleums ^ :V < & , Tim Doerr ping-pong tables, air hockey tables, NJPAC, Prudential Hall. Cost: $62 Faithfully Serving the Public Since 1868, on 105 Picturesque Acres. ■ ' video games, large TV and VCR per person. Bus departs 7 p.m. Bruce Bauer with movies, complete stereo sys­ Please register for the above pro­ (established 1939) tem, vending machines and more! grams at; Tile Westfield Recreation /Jairview Cemdcrti Piano: Learn basic piano skills Department, 425 East Broad Street Nonprofit • Nonsectarian C / Also: 300 Rt. 37 East in reading music and playing melo­ For further information, please cal 1 the 1100 East Broad Street • Westfield, NJ 9 0 8 -2 3 2 -0 7 8 1 Toms River, NJ dies on electronic keyboards from Westfield Recreation Office at (908) (732)349-2350 instructors of the New Jersey Work­ 789-4080 or visit westfieldnj.net/ shop for the Am Claeses located at tcmmhall'rccrcatioii.

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C o n c e p t s f t Thought Beechwood School Students Learn Native Amer. Culture MOUNTAINSIDE - Native- Cultural Heritage." Franklin School to Be Focus Amcriean speaker and craftsperson. She explained to the children that, Beverly Friends visited Beechwood “ Yes, they did hum and kilt animals School in Mountainside to teach for food, but Indians use cveiy part Of TV-36 Show in December the students about the rich culture of the animal if they kill it. She WESTFIELD- Franklin Elemen­ 10 p.m.: Saturdays a( 10 a.m. and 7 of her native people added that deerskin was not only tary School, the largest elementary p.m.; and Sundays at 4 p.m. Wearing a long blue flowing used for warmth, hut to make moc­ school in Westfield, will be featured Dr. Mary Fleck, Principal of dress, customary to Cherokee In­ casins and when they cooked the in the "Focus on Our Schools" prii-pro­ Franklin School, describes the 25- dians. the students learned that deer meat they used the bones for gram on Westfield High School TV- minute program as a "wonderful Miss Friends is a protegee of the resourceful tools. Even rocks were 36 for the month of December. opportunity for the public to see late James “Long Bear" Reevay. a sharpened to make needles for sew­ From Tuesday. December 7,, to examples of the exciting and chal­ Leni Lenape Indian and former ing. Thursday. December 30. ihethe show lenging learning experiences at director of New Jersey Indian of­ The children enjoyed trying on will be broadcast on Tuesdays at 11 Franklin, as well as some of our fice. headdresses, touching bearskins and and 7 p.m.; Thursdays at 2 and unique extracurricular activities.' She is also a speaker for New were eager to learn a friendship Jersey State Council for the Hu­ dance from her Native-American EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS...Mrgha Redd, of Scotch llulas. Clay Austin of East Orange and Charlotte Greaney of Scotch Plains, right, help load a truck manities and has been visiting com­ heritage. with turkeys and canned goods collected at The Wardian-Hartrfdge School in panies as well as schools through­ Miss Friends staled, "No matter Edison for the Starfish Foundation in Plainfield. The PrekJ through grade II co­ out the state. how little or big you are, you leam educational independent school participates in an all school food drive at least Miss Friends believes in sharing to share and live in harmony with once a year to replenish Starfish's food pantry and supply for people in need. this heritage especially with young Mother Earth." She bid farewell These students in Ellen Ritz's fourth grade class were among the 4110 children and children through her workshop, en­ to the children and in her native teens, who donated this Thanksgiving. titled “ How to Share With The tongue "Wanishi," which means A Junkyard Christmas Carol Young Child Our Native American "thank you," Scheduled at Westfield High WESTFIELD - The Westfield play is the Fezzigwig's led by Dan High School (W H S) Drama Depart­ Fotz-Morrison and Jennifer Kujawski ment will present A Junkyard Christ­ as Mr. And Mrs. Fezziwig with m as Carol, an adaptation of the clas­ Rachael Leopold and James Hooper- sic tale by Charles Dickens' "A Hamersley as their children. Allison Christmas Carol,” but with a mod­ Siko plays theirgrow n daughter Belle, ern twist. who was the first love of a young Mr. The play's schedule run is Thurs­ Scrooge played by Nick Williams, day, December 9, at 3:30 p.m.. Fri­ Mike Bums is another young appren­ BUNDLE OF GENEROSITY Kindergarten and first grade students in Wash­ day and Saturday, December 10 and tice in the Fezziwig Company. ington Elementary School in Westfield helped supply and pack a large container 11. at 8 p.m. and a new matinee Scrooge's sister Fan is played by of food for a needy Westfield family for Thanksgiving. Included in their contri-contri­ performance on December 11 at 2 buttons Allison Simon and Chris Hild takes butions of food were placemats made by the children and a gift certificate for a p.m. turkey. Pictured, left to right, are first graders Allison Worms, Michael Jeffrey, the role of his nephew. Fred. Lyndsay and Jessica Guan who join kindergartner Ian Mueller in packing the last items All performances will be held in Ryan is Fred's wife, with Jessica prior to delivery to (hethe Westfield Human Services Department. the school auditorium, 550 Dorian Minsky playing the part of her sister. Road in Westfield. Maurice Blackmon plays Topper, a A play within a play. A Junkyard friend to Fred. , WF Bond Information Posted Christmas Carol centers on a busi­ Supporting cast members appear­ nessman arrested for tax fraud. He is ing as party guests, beggars, children sentenced to hours of community ser­ and junkyard inhabitants are Patrina CULTURE CLASS...Beechwood School students learned about the Cherokee On TV-36, Web, Newsletter vice and decides to produce a play Caruana, Kate Douglas. Will Indian culture from Native-American craftsperson Beverly Friends during a WESTFIELD — The Westfield as well as statistics regarding the in­ using homeless people who live in Eisenberg. Alex Forstenhausler. Bill recent presentation. Board of Education is publishing in­ crease of young athletes in Westfield. the local junkyard. Using the junk Geltzeiler. Sarah Gerber, Jeff Hoban, formation for residents regarding the The school board is asking the pub- found in the yard as props, the home­ Ellen Scariati, and Michael school district s bond referendum that lic to support a new running track and less put on their own rendition of A Tannenbaum. will be voted on Tuesday. December a synthetic turf field at the stadium to Christmas Carol. The set is designed and constructed 14, from 2 to 9 p.m. make better utilization of the field, to WHS drama teacher Joe Nierle. by WHS an teacher Roy Chambers Board Facilities Chairwoman Alice meet the increased demands for field who came up with the concept and with help from art class students. Hunnicutt prov ides an explanation for usage, and to provide a safe surface then adapted the novel into a script, Tim Mathews serves as stage man­ the bond in a presentation taped for on the running track. directs the play. Jake Brandman, a ager, with assistance from Greg television. It willbe broadcast fromTues- Several athletic organizations have student taking independent study in Ryan. Handling lights are Greg Ryan day, November 30. to Tuesday. Decem­ shown their financial support for the drama with Nierle. assists him as and Jaclyn Nicoil; props by Julia A KnowledgePoints Learning ber 14, on Westfield High School TV-36 project, pledging $190,000 to date. student director and by writing the Korn: costumes by Lauren Miceli Center is NOW OPEN in your on Tuesdays, at 1 and9p.m.:Thursdays th e combined track/field project is junkyard scenes, which are part of his and hair and makeup by Kayli at noon and 4 p.m.; Saturdays at noon estimated at $1,3 million. class project. Spialter. neighborhood. If your child is and 9 p.m.. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The board has also placed informa­ Ebenezer Scrooge is a miser who All tickets for the performances In the 15-minute presentation. Ms. tion at www.westfieldnj.com and in the detests Christmas. He is visited one are $7 for general admission/adutts of a Hunnicutt includes actual footage school district's newsletter EMPHASIS, Christmas Eve by his former part­ and $5 for children 12 and under. All challenge, we have the solution! takenofthe 18-year old running track which will be mailed to every Westfield ner, Jacob Marley. who died seven tickets for the children's Saturday ■rt'arkAve flve ■' Scotch Plains, NitNI0TW6 4* The Crachit Family is led by Zal H Spialteras Bob, Stephanie Christiano A FABULOUS FEAST... After their school-wide sing-along, Sydney VanOehsen SPECIAL COLLECTION...The stu­ as his wife with Alex Wronski, Call KnowledgePoints 908-322-1220 and Julia Dunlap from Wesley Hall Nursery School enjoy a thanksgiving feast dents in Susan Rosander's fourth grade with their friends in the Bunny Class. Oranges, grapes, turkey breast and fresh Suzanne Toriello and Georgia class at McGinn Elementary School in today and discover the cornbread made by the children were served. Located at 1 East Broad Street in Mierswa as the Crachit children, Pe­ Scotch Plains enjoyed collecting pet look of success in your Westfield in the First United Methodist Church, the school Is offering tours before ter, Belinda and Marthan. James Seipo food items for homeless pets. The chil­ February’s registration for the 2005-2006 school year. To schedule an appoint­ is Tiny Tim. dren donated all of the food to a local child's smile. ment, please call (908) 233-9570. Another prominent family in the animal shelter in time for the holidays. TREE TIPS: Every day can’t be a holiday. TZodt S a it - 76e “THuteicil 7«ed &t*t TOitAout By: Martin Schmiede, President But they can all be special. Schmiede Tree Expert Company

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■ ; w a r m f . s i a i .k f k She described the organization s — ...... 11 continued fron page r courmueo m o* pao& i — - “ '* Mm ft* t%* /*,tdtt membership as “very interesting fered the house. According lo Mr. ory r itself." will be incofporaied into higher grades SCOTCH PI A INS - The Scotch wfimen" that included college gradu­ Bousquet. the Vivians originally wanted The ViviVivians are now employing Wil­ "The source of the problem, as well in the future. Plains Woman's Club, a sisterhood ates and those who had careers $50,000 for the center, and oldest por­ liam Gould Architectural Preservation as the odor is concerned, has been The Tuesday, December 14 BOE spanning 63 years, will wind up its long 'While the club has continued Ui meet tion, of the house, and a private buyer of Connecticut lodeconstnict the house. identified,” Board member John Perrin meeting will be held al Beechwood tradition of service to the community monthly at the Scotch Hills Country wanted lo purchase the newer portion According to their website. said. He continued by saying that LEW School and it will be the first time the to attach to his historic home. with (he presentation of a special gift at Club in Scotch Plains, it has seen its www.traditional-building.com. the Corporation will start a thorough ami board will be using the newly pur­ The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Histori­ company “continues to rescue and of­ its holiday luncheon next week ranks decrease in recent years due to exhaustive analysis, which was set to chased audio/visuaj equipment. cal Society is working with the fer for sale endangered structures that With a dwindling foster of active begin on December 4, Mr. Goggi said, "It is doubtful we agt, infirmities and relocation of some Fanwood-Scotch Plain* Rotary Club to need lo be relocated." members, most of whom ate elderly, Paul Otto of Paul Otto Construc­ will actually televise that meeting. It members The club has also been un restore the Betsy Frazee House on the Each room is being catalogued in its will be a trial run." the club has decided to disband, its successful in attracting new members. property of the old Terry Lou Zoo. original state, and as the rooms are tion will investigate why the exterior officers confirmed earlier this week. Its ■'We've tried desperately." remarked Mr. Bousquet told The Leader that dismantled, sketches are made of where insulation failed miserably. Mr. Perrin final event will be the luncheon, to be Mrs. Czeropski, herself a member since his group offered the Vivians $30,(XX) each of the beams belong. said. hekl on Tuesday. December 7. at noon I9|2, noting that jobs and changing for the structure after it was examined Each beam is then numbered and "Until we can find out why it has at Gtovanna’s Restaurant in Plainfield. lifestyles among women have reduced and valued by experts. The society and lettered by room so that it can be recon­ failed, we are not going to allow any Leaf Bagging As part of this farewell. Club Presi­ the pool of prospective members. rotary were planning to use parts from structed. reinstallation of insulation,” Mr. CONTINUED FRON PAGE I " dent Patricia Reynolds will presen! a She told The Scotch Plains-Fanwood the Kirkview home to restore the Frazee Every part of the main house, includ­ Perrin concluded. blowers, chippers or shredders are check for $ 15.000 generated through Times Monday that, although the club House. ing the original wide lloorboards. will In other news. Board President outlined as "creating a loud and dis­ the organization's fundraising efforts is disbanding, it will continue to fund Mr. Bousquet, who specializes in re­ be transported to Maine at the Vivians' Peter Goggi announced "a tentative turbing noise." Also, any type of to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squ.nl the nursing scholarship of its current storing older and historic homes, explained expense agreement has been reached with the equipment used in construction, Bounded in 1941 with a mission of recipient through her graduation. that older lumber and other items have to The Vivians are currently planning for teachers." which is powered by electricity, air. promoting social welfare and social The Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s he found in order to restore them ptoperh. the structure to “be an addition to the He also reported on a bus incident gasoline or diesel fuel, is considered life in the community, the club in its Club, for those up to about age 40, He said that this could have been a "great house in Maine," that they purchased, the that happened two weeks ago involving machinery, which is loud and dis­ early days had more than 150 mem­ maintains a small yei vital member­ ease of sacrificing one historic home to junior Mr. Vivian told The leader. the driver for the PEAK program. The turbing. bers, who dressed forclubgalherings in ship and sponsors a variely of events save another." which he said has been done The senior Mr. Vivian, his two sons driver, an employee of Union County before, and two workmen from the William Added to the list are portable gaso­ hats and gloves, recalled Mrs. Reynolds, throughout the year, according to Mrs. Educational Services, passed a bus, Mr. Bousquet told The Leader that he Gould Company, are all working at the line powered electrical generators, a member of the club for several years Reynolds. She said these women rep­ which was stopped with its red lights had no contact with Mr. Buontempo site each day to carefully dismantle and electric powered circular or recipro­ and President for some three. resented "hope for the future" that on. He was pulled over and it was through any of the negotiations. preserve each piece. cating saws, air compressors or tools During that era. members were ac­ such groups will continue. determined there was a warrant for his On Monday morning. Mr. Bousquet “I am just glad that the Vivians have driven by compressed air. tively involved in such projects as roll­ The Scotch Plains Woman's Club arrest. The driver was fired and a new was informed by the Vivians' attorney taken the opportunity, at their own ex­ Ordinance 1843 is an amendment to ing bandages and fundraising for troops is part of the General Federation of driver took over the route last Monday. that the deal was no longer on the tabic pense, to preserve a piece of history. the town's Land Use Ordinance, which serving in World War II, according to Women’s Clubs, headquartered in Vice President Mary Beth and that the contractor currently But 1 wish the house was slaying in affects construction grade, yard, front First Vice President and Program Washington. D.C. In New Jersey, lo­ Schaumberg announced that Gover­ deconstructing the house would be tak­ Westfield," said Fourth Ward Council­ yard, side yard and back yard defini­ Chairwoman Edith Czeropski. cal clubs account for a total of 17,000 ing it lo Maine and possibly selling it man James Foerst. nor Livingston High School (GL) tions, as well as conditional uses for Throughout the years, the elub has members. Mrs. Czeropski said mem­ for the Vivians. would be initiating a new program for buildings or structures within die Cen­ conducted a variety of fundraisers, rang­ bers of the Scotch Plains club wish­ Robert Vivian. Jr. told The Leader ninth graders called Project Connect. tral Business District (CBD). The con­ ing from card parties to cake sales to ing to remain active may join chap that his “parents did not have to go to It is targeted towards students who are ditional uses will allow complying non­ fashion shows, to benefit the commu­ ters in Westfield and Fun wood. this extent to save the house," but that not eligible for the Honors program, nity. Its primary endeavor has been the Both Mrs. Reynolds and Mrs. they are doing so because of their love but do not qualify for basic skills help. profit chartered membership organiza­ awarding of an annual nursing scholar­ Czeropski reflected that, for longtime According to Mrs. Schaumberg. tions, residential public utility facili­ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 ties, certain cellular telecommunica­ ship to young women graduates of members, some of whom have been with Joseph J. Sobala, 19, of the group the program is intended for Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. the dub for 35 years or more, ils demise gets "lost in the shuffle.” . tions antennas and age-restricted multi­ MS Council Mountainside was arrested following family housing to occupy space within Additionally, theclubhasdonated food, means the loss of a social venue that had a motor vehicle accident investiga­ Block scheduling will be utilized, the CBD. Other portions o f the ordi­ clothing and services to those in need. been an integral part of their lives. - ...... ' CONTINUED FROM PAGE I — ■ ■ — tion in the 300 block of Prospect and math and science classes will be nance outline changes in the minimum "We regret the circumstances that ‘They will most miss the camara­ In otner business, councilman Street. Sobala is alleged lo have struck combined. The creators of the pro­ make this necessary after 63 years of derie," Mrs. Czeropski commented, Keith Turner announced that the bor­ a curb with his jeep, which then trav­ gram hope to engage students by al­ number of parking spaces in each zone service to the community," remarked adding that members have shared ough would sell a surplus police ve­ eled onto a property. There were no lowing more hands-on activities. district, as well as minimum numbers Mrs. Reynolds, noting that the group many activities and memories during hicle. injuries. "It will contain a lot more hands-on of off-street parking and loading spaces. is down to about a dozen active mem­ thccliub’s long history. "These women The vehicle, a 2001 Ford Crown Sobala was charged with driving stuff that is prohibited in a 40-minute It also outlines lighting requirements. ber,. “We want to thank the community have been together forever. It will he Victoria, has 72,601 miles. Those while intoxicated, refusal to take a period.” Mrs. Schaumberg said. Ordinance 1844 will provide a for their help and support over the yeats." quite a disappointment to close." interested in making a hid are asked breathalyzer test, leaving the scene of If the pilot program is successful, it handicapped parking space at 122 to contact the borough clerk. an accident and careless driving. He Livingston Street. Finally, it was announced that a was issued summonses and released. All three ordinances are scheduled gram in the amount of $8,468 has Michael O'Connor, 18, of Westfield for a second reading, which includes JUXTAPOSE GALLERY been awarded to the borough to assist was arrested after a motor vehicle Rollbacks public input, at the Tuesday, Decem­ Mountainside for its compliance in accident at Tuttle Parkway in which ber 14 meeting, which begins at 8 P resents the Stormwater Regulation Program. his vehicle allegedly traveled onto a ...... CONTINUED FROM PAGE I — — '■ ■ p.m. lawn. No injuries were reported. According to the mayor, the bor­ needs to be done in various lots. In other business, Allison O ’Hara, O'Connor was charged with driv­ ough, along w ith all other New Jer­ Councilman Goldman said that he Executive Director of the Westfield ing while intoxicated, possession of sey municipalities, must map all of was not in favor of making a hasty Area Chamber of Commerce, made a less than 50 grams of suspected mari­ decision, and he said that there are presentation of the town's 2004 holi­ its storm sewer drains. juana, leaving the scene of an acci­ plenty of uses for the money that the day ornament to the members of the The next council meeting is sched­ dent and careless driving. He was town has raised. town's governing body. uled for Tuesday, December 14. at subsequently released on his own re­ Councilman Echausse said that he According to Mrs. O ’Hara, the or­ 8p.m. cognizance. would rather wait to have the discussion nament features the Reeve House on during the budget process in the spring. Mountain Avenue because of the in other business. Acting Mayor Westfield Historical Society’s quest Betancourt reported that meetings will for accessing the historic home. .v'"- begin afterlhe new year with residents She stated that the ornament cae be and representatives from Keller and purchased at the Town Bank, Barit of Kirkpatrick to discuss what needs to America, Robert Treat or Chamber be done to improve eight intersections Offices. around town. The locations included In other business. Town Administra­ McKinley Elementary School; Wood­ tor James Gildea announced that on land Avenue; Franklin Elementary Monday, December 13, beginning at School; Clover and Central Avenues; 6:30p.m., a meeting regarding the Rec­ AyliffcAvenue; Lawrence, Dudley and reation Commission’s plan to replace Joanna Wezyk Walnut Avenues; and North Avenue the field on the comer of Lambert’s original oils and Tuttle Parkway. Mill Road and Rahway Avenue will be Mr. Betancourt asked that the coun­ held in the town’s Community Room in cil members who represent those the municipal building. All residents on view wards be present at the meetings and and field users are invited to attend. be involved in the process so that Finally, Mayor Gregory McDermott December 4-18 there is continual communication announced that due to inclement weather 10-5:30 Mon-Sat., 10-8 Thurs with the residents. last Sunday’s Tree Lighting ceremony He said that meetings will tell the was canceled. 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B , DAVID B. CORBIN Vnnn rv M lk lk n 1970 teams won 45-0 and 49-6, re­ The 1-9 Blue Devils totaled only spectively. Under Kehler, the Blue 28 yards (19 rushing. 9 passing) in Turkey was going to be much tastier Devils also won 34-0 in 1976 and 38- the first half but came back to record for running back Aaron Hale and his Oin 1977. In 1917, Plainfield blanked 104 yards on the ground and three Cardinal teammates when the Westfield. 39-0. They also beat yards in the air in the second half. Plainfield High School football team Westfield. 38-7, in 19%. Senior halfback Tom DelDuca car­ ripped Westfield, 40-0, at Hub Stine Hale, who scored the first three ried 11 times for 64 yards, including Field in Plainfield on Thanksgiving touchdowns, carried 21 times for 110 38 yards on a fake reverse that set up Day in the 100th showdown between yards, which included touchdown his team's only scoring opportunity, the two foes, which dates back to runs of five yards, four yards and one 1900. and also had a six-yard reception. yard, respectively. The 5-5 Cardinals Senior tight end Bryan Power had a The 40-0 drudging was the most had 146 total yards in the first half 16-yard run on a reverse that would points scored by one team since and had only 85 rushing yards in the later help set up DelDuca’s fake. Se­ Westfield won 42-25 in 2000 and the second hal f, but ai I of their four touch­ nior linebackers Marc Dowling and most lopsided victory since Westfield downs in the second half were set up Mike Finne recorded an eight-yard u i |xi/'nvr uri■ e-w n/v,,,, < • ______Fr»d Lacomta tot Thn L—dnr and Th* Tien— Head Coach Gary Kehler's 1969 and by Blue Devil fumbles. HI M . RV WILD DOGS A ETER TURKEY.. .The Raider “Wild Dogs" defense smothers a Mlnuteman running back during CONTINUED ON PAGE i t the Thanksgiving Day Classic. The Raiders defeated the Minutemen for the third straight year. LaFORGE HITS SMITH WITH 2 TOUCHDOWN PASSES Raiders Gobble Turkey, Stun Minutemen Gridders, 13-12

By FRED LECOMTE fensively, I thought we played pretty Specially Written far The Westfield Under and The Times touchdowns by Antoine Thompson good except in the beginning with and Gary Warren. Hurt but hungry “Wild Dogs" be­ those two long runs. Athletically, you “As seniors we knew this was our came very dangerous and the 11 th have to earn everything you get and last game and we had to come out ranked Elizabeth High School ('(Hit- they did it. They earned it and they feel strong. This is all we have and we hall team eventually realized it when good about themselves. It's likeChrist- wanted to come out on top," said Tri- host Scotch Plains-Fanwood, mas when you have little kids and they Captain Mare Fabiano. “We came out emerged with a 13-12 upset victory have happy faces." slow and down in the first half but we on Thanksgiving Day. Wide receiver Colin Weber hauled knew we could come back. Elizabeth Senior quarterback Dan LaForge in six passes for 75 yards and senior is a great team with many weapons, (7 carries, 8 yards) completed 11 of captain Mike DiNizo had three re­ but we were able to put pressure on 26 passes for 170 yards, including ceptions for 14 yards. The 6-5 Raid­ their quarterback, forced them to make respective touchdown (TD) passes of ers totaled 33 yards rushing on 24 mistakes and shut them down. Smith, 20 yards and 61 yards to senior wide carries. Lakiem Lockery and Nick the linemen, Justis Evans, DiNizo. receiver/safety Sean Smith. Senior Giannaci each rushed for 13 yards. GAINING BIG ON A REVERSE.. .Blue Devil Bryan Power, No. 15, tears around the left sidle on !rrevri^oV a76!yard gain! LaForge, Lockery, everybody, kicker Mike Baumwoll converted the The 9-2 Minutemen were held to 79 stepped up and did their job." tie breaking PAT in the fourth quarter. rushing yards but had first quarter CONTINUED ON PAGE IT MARY SHASHATY WAS THE LEADER OF THE PACK The Times of Scotch Plains- Fun wood and The Westfield Leader thank Raider statisticians: seniors Raider XC Girls Established Erin Gallagher, Elizabeth Stamler and Jeannette Franzone for their excellent contribution all season.

Themselves as County Elite “We beat a very, very good football team. 1 watched them on film and they By DAVID B. CORBIN 21:25. Two years ago in this meet, our Of the Raiders' 11 girls, the leader scared me all week. Maybe they’re Specially Written for The Westfield Under and The Times second girl ran 22:13 andour seventh of the pack was senior Mary Shashaty better than us, but they weren’t a better Much has changed in two years for girl ran 24:15," said Koegel. “Seven who placed third in the UC race at team than us today.” said Raider Head the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High of the nine girls ran personal records 19:47, a Raider Senior Class Record Coach Steve Ciccotelli. “Our kids made me feel proud because how hard School girlscross-country team. Prior (PR’s), and all nine ran season bests. for Warinanco Park dual meet course. ,w n » Weetheld Leader and The Timet to 2003, the Raiders were among the 1 give the Westfield girls credit. They Laura Harrison placed seventh with a they play and never give up. That is HAULING IN A PASS...Raider receiver Mike DiNizo, No. 5, had three receptions many victims of the always-strong really came after us and they ran us PR time of 20:27 (second SPF all- what's so good about this group. De- for !4 yards against the Minutemen. Westfield cross-country girls. This hard to the end. We wanted to make time). Liz Elko took 10th with a PR season, however, the Raider girls sure that we beat Westfield straight time of 20:32 (fourth SPF all-time). brought home their biggest trophy up in the scoring, as well as having a Sam Gates placed 11th with a PR ever, the Union County (UC) Cham­ faster top-five average time and beat­ time of 20:33 (fifth SPF all-time). Westfield Lacrosse Club pionship. ing them in standard dual meet scor­ Allie Hoynes-O’Connor finished 16th The Raider girls, who snapped the ing. We did all three.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Spring Registration Blue Devils’ dual meet winning streak at 88 and nine-year reign as Watchung Conference (WC) champions last The Westfield Lacrosse Club announces registration year, also repeated as WC champions - ©tje (Ernies and finished the regular season, 9-0. for Spring 2005 for boys and girls in grades 3-8. But the UC title was the prize. Serving the Town Since 1890 “It was both a tremendous feeling PO Box 250 • Westfield, New Jersey 07091 and a huge relief,” said Raider Head Tele - (908) 232-4407 • Fax - (908) 232-0473 Pick up a registration form at Lax.com or The Leader Store Coach Jeff Koegel. “I have come in second six times in my previous seven ' “The-Leader” □ Th “Times \ or go to www.westfieldlacrosse.com . years (twice with the girls and four D N ew Subscriber * □ Renewal times with the boys). I think this year was the first year that I really went □ One Year - $28 • □ Two Years - $52 • D Three Years - $76 [ Register by January 15, 2005 and receive a $20 discount home from this meet satisfied. 1 had a College $20 (September - May) | off the registration fee. the individual boys’ county cham­ Name______I pion in 2000, 2001 and 2003, but Address______| could never quite get the team title. Mail completed forms and checks to: My boys lost by seven points in 2000 City_ . State. ZIP_ Westfield Lacrosse Club and two points in 2001, and my girls Phone#_ lost by four points last year. Last year, P.O. Box 2903 we went in as the favorite, but we Payment. .Cash .Check -Charge didn’t get the job done. These chances CC #_ Westfield, NJ 07091-2903 don’t come around very often, and Exp. Date. one of our main goals for the entire season was to win the county cham­ Signature______Questions? pionship." ^ Subscriptions Arc Pre-Paid and Are Non-Refundable Two years ago, the Raiders came in Call Lois Hely, Girls Division Head, at 233-3960 sixth, and were not a factor. This [email protected] • www.goleader.com or Rich Werner, Boys Division Head, at 789-3482. season, “We had nine girls under , ______W e Reach People... Not Driveways!

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By SHUCK JOHNSON As Powder Puff Champions WriamM TV WruftrU ln * r m i TV H an Rick McGinley. the all-time touch­ backs are Bob Davis ’73 and Chuck Schmidt Selert, Dave Tomalonis and By DAVID B. CORBIN Senior girls Head Coach Tom defense held. Then with 2:03 left of down leader at Westfield High School Hood ’65. Chris Wojcik. Hnnn Aw TV IVirjVV I n * , .mi TV Tmwi DclDuca said, “We tried to get our the half, on a fourth down from the with 46, did his senior paper on the The punter is Steve Cheek ’94, The next induction will be the Mon­ Unusual finishes continued to haunt teams pie-organized. We have four 33, junior Katie Read received the history of WHS football. Included K.C. Knobloch ’77 handies the kick­ day before Thanksgiving of 2006. (he annual Powder Puff game be­ different offenses to try to get every­ handoff on a nifty reverse play and was his selection of an all-time ing, and EdGalauski ’61, Keith Davis NOBODY ASKED, BUT tween the Westfield High School se­ body in the game. We have several scampered into the end zone. The Westfield team, from the turn of the ’73 and Frank Kelly ' l l are the return If Westfield ever did leave the niors and the WHS juniors on Thanks­ running backs. We are going to domi­ conversion failed keeping the score at century through I950, the year he specialists. Special teams would in­ Watchung Conference, the Greater giving Day Eve. nate. beat them on offense, beat them 6-0 in favor of the juniors. graduated. The team, based primarily clude: Bill Bryant ’61, Charlie Clark Middlesex Conference would be more Last year in the waning minutes of on defense," The seniors quickly answered with on players he had grown up watching ’64, Jerry Hendershott '64, Doug convenient, but here’s one vote for the game, the juniors, now seniors, In the seniors' first series, Onishi a huge run by Brittany Vella down the or who had the most written about Murphy ’66, Paul Byrne '68, Rick the Blue Devils to join the Skyland walked off the field for a conference. ran the ball effectively with the ex­ left sideline to the one-yard line where them in the local papers, looked like Baldwin ’74, Jay Factor ’84, John Conference. There are many similar With the scored tied, 8-8, quarterback Brook Bernstein this: Fox ’90, Mike Mroz '00, and the type/size schools to WHS in that the seniors alertly hiked the plunged into the end zone to Ends Fred (Dutch) Hohenstein Dowlings, Brian ’96, Todd ’98 and league - Hunterdon Central, hall and Laura Pietruski tie the score as the half ended. (’ll) and Gerry McGinley ’47, tack­ Marc '04. Bridgewater-Raritan, Watchung Hills, galloped 94 yards for the Senior Mikala Tidwell had les Ad Ulbrich ’28 and Max Glasser Love to hear your comments and North Hunterdon - but the main rea­ TD to pull off a 14-8 vic­ a fine kickoff return to the '23, guards Dom Sisto '4 1 and John selections (remember, no two-way son would be that every other year, tory. Stunned and a bit an­ junior 45 to begin the third Chironna '45. center Mack Rickerson players). WHS would get to play at gered, thcjuniorspiled their quarter but, once again, the (’24), backs Lee Waring ’3 1, Frank Phillipsburg’s Maloney Field, on TRIVIA QUESTION entire team at the goal line. junior defense held tight and, Ketcham '32, Pump Vella '36. Roy Route 22 West. That’s not only the The Recreation Field at Gary Kehler So did the seniors. Sensing after throwing the senior backs Marsh '13 and Mac Chattin ’ 19. home o f the winningest team in N.J. Stadium scoreboard is named after a breach of the rules, the for losses, took over posses­ His second team was ends history (WHS is No. 2), but Maloney Randy Ellis. Who is he? officials called the game. sion at the senior 38-yard line. Kjellrriark ’19, Jim Kane '41 and is the coolest place in the state to HALL OF FAME This year, the seniors From there, Amanda Gross Jack Rogers '40, tackles George watch a football game. And it’s within Now that the sixth class has been scored with 1:08 remain­ broke loose around the right (Scarby) Howarth ’ 13 and Dick Jeske a stone’s throw o f Toby’s Cup, among inducted into the Westfield Athletic ing in the game to tie the side and sped to pay dirt. Gross '42, guards Watson Ambruster '28 the best hot dogs anywhere. Hall of Fame, it’s time to start thinking game 14-14. After keeping also carried for the two-point and Ray Poole ’ 13, and backs Dorset! NUMBERS GAME about the 2006 dinner. To be eligible, the juniors spinning in the conversion to put the juniors ’23, Ted Vreeland '42. Rick Hillier No. 42 has been permanently re­ an athlete must have graduated in 2001 mud, time ran out and the in front, 14-6. ’42, Jim Turpin "41 and Floyd Beane tired by Major League Baseball, to or earlier, a coach must be retired to be game was decided by a coin Senior Kate Judd took mat­ 4 1. (Interestingly, there was no men­ honor Jackie Robinson, the first Afri­ David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leederend The Times eligible. Forms for consideration are toss. The seniors won. COVERED IN MUD...Senior Annie Onishi had a few rolls ters into her own hands and tion of Rick McGinley.) can-American to play in the big available at the WHS Athletic Depart­ Prior to this game, senior in the mud during the Annual Powder Puff football game. made a huge gain by gallop­ That got me to thinking, who would leagues. Many professional, college ment. Or you can type up your own Annie Onishi, who was her ing to the junior 36 where be on my all-time WHS team, at least and high school teams have “retired" ception of a slip in the mud. which information sheet about an athlete and team’s star last year with a 56-yard quarterback Lauren Nolan looped from 1960 through this year, the years the uniform of former greats. Is it touchdown run and the two-point caused the ball to be turned over to send it to the WHS Athletic Depart­ around the left side and into the end I've been following the Blue Devils. time for WHS to do the same? ment. or email it to me (address at conversion, recalled last year's mis­ the juniors at their own 19-yard line. zone with 1:09 remaining in the game. So ... on offense, we’ll use an unbal­ The number that jumps out at me is fortune and said. "That was really, The senior defense held tight and bottom of column). If you think some­ Judd scored the two-point conversion anced line: Gary Kehler’s old double No. 14. It was worn by Dom Urciuoli really cheap. I can't believe it came even sacked the quarterback for a body should be in the WAHF, put their to knot the score at 14. wing-T in the first and third quarters: (Class of .’33), all-time great Gerry down to that. It was heartbreaking. five-yard loss as the first quarter name up for discussion. After a coin toss at midfield went in the Joe Freeman-Les Zorge single (Red) McGinley (’48), Bob Brewster I'm still having trouble getting over ended. For those who weren’t there, the the seniors' favor, the Class of 2005 wing in the second and fourth quar­ (’68), All-stale quarterback “Broad that, constant nightmares - with a In the second quarter, senior safety sixth class included: Lee Hale (WAHF was the declared winners. ters. Defensively, we’ll line up in a 5- Street” Joe Monninger (’71), Roger chuckle.” Shasha Sharif recorded an intercep­ president), Russell “Boo" Bowers, Juniors 14 2-4. Here's my team, with their se­ Brewster (’83) and most recently by As to this year's game, she said, tion at midfield, but the feisty junior the late Pat Cumming Stuhler, Dave Seniors 14 nior season listed: Brian Butts (’03). "They probably know our strengths. Brown, trainer John D’ Andrea, Rich Offense: wide end Dwight Winn Other strong numbers - off the top They probably know our weaknesses. Gottlick, Darren Hertell, John Kerr, ’61 and Frank Ritter ’73 (messenger of my head - are 12 (Ted Vreeland, We had one, one-hour practice of Jim Ohaus, DanaZonnevylle Wooley, ends), guard Jim Zitch ’70. center Loren Rodewig, John Brown), 13 preparation. We are just going to wing the 1986-87 boys lacrosse teams and Bob Harvey '70, guard Pete Braun (Floyd, Beane, Jack Walther, Charles it. This is not the NFL. We are out the 1988 girls soccer team. '60. tackles Tom Langton '98 and Schrope), 24(JimThrpin, Bill Bryant. here to have fun and we are all friends. Making the event even nicer was Greg Weiss '61, tight end Marty Rudy Brown, Chuck Hood), 29 (Ron That's the point of Powder Puff!” having so many of the former in­ Howarth ’62. Back field (fTrst and third Hall, Paul Byrne. John Byrne), 34 The junior girls appeared primed ductees come in from all over the quarters): QB Joe Monninger ’70. (Joe Goski, Drew Viglianti, Frank for a tough muddy battle and so did country to be in attendance. Among LH Butch Woolfolk ’77. RH Jay Kelly, Paul Leifer), 40 (Rick Head Coach Jesse Garfinkel. "My those were: Jackie Booth, Owen Isbrecht '63. FB Glen Kehler '74; McGinley, Dwight Winn, Erwyn quarterback is Sam Zucker. She's got Brand. Pete Braun, Chris Campbell, second and fourth quarters; TB Rudy Lyght) and 81 (Neil Chamberlin, Jay a good arm. At running back we have Walt Clarkson. Merilyn Diamond, Brown '64, FB Jim Kovacs ’61, BB Factor, Jason Yarusi). Mariam Becker-Cohen. She’s very Bob Duncan Jr., Krissy Jeremiah. Owen Brand '77 and WB Brian Anybody have any additions or fast. I'd like to see her open up the Kathy Luckey, Lois McCoy, Matt Ciemniecki ’96. other numbers that could be consid­ field a bit. At wide receiver we have McDonough, Gerry McGinley, Defense: end Mark Jackson ’72, ered for retirement? Katie Read who has great hands. We Michelle Mollard, Greg Moore. Rick tackle Bret Schundler ’76, guard Rick TRIVIA ANSWER got two practices. We had 50 or 60 Sampson, Rob Schmalz, Kim Sampson ’77, tackle Bill Backus '66, Randy (Goober) Ellis was a defen­ show up and I was able to teach them end Dave Morash ’62, linebackers sive tackle on the 1961 and ’62 foot­ some plays. I kept the play names Bob McNally '76 and Matt Daly ’01 ball teams that went 16-1-1 under nice, short and easy so they could See it all on the Web! (with Frank Jackson ’69 and John new coach Gary Kehler. understand them.” Kerr '71 on goal-line situations).cor­ Bruce Johnson's Devil s Den ap­ "He really took charge. He got See it all in Color! David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ners Lumont Turner ’98 and Bruce pears every Thursday in The Westfield everybody,together. He' sa great team GETTING READY FOR THE SNAP.. .The junior girls offensive line sets tip for Jester '74. safeties Dwight Davies Leader. 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liy DAVID B. CORBIN hearts out that game." A>««y n» IW ttan In sectionals, they thumped The lady Blue Devils made it to the Edison, 5-1, and edged Columbia, Defining the Westfield High School semifinals of the Union County Tour­ 1. beforere being toppled, 3-0, by girls soccer team's season would sim­ nament (UCT), played in the North physicalI Watchung Hills squad. ply be put, “a tale of two seasons". Jersey. Section 2 Group 4 finals and Instrumental in the great tumaroum The Blue Devils, who finished 13- finished with a 13-6-3 record. In the was the quiet leadership and apparent 6-3, had a rocky, 1-3-2 start to begin UCT, the Blue Devils defeated Lin­ skillful play of Gio Palatum. who the season, but came back well to win den, 3-0, and third-seeded Union tied for the team lead in points with the remainder of their regular-season Catholic, 2-1. before being stopped, 1 2 -8 goals, 4 assists. games with the exception of an early 3-0 by then unbeaten, unscored upon "She nad lethal shot. She was more loss to Pingry and a tie late in the Governor Livingston. of a leader hy example on the field. season. Their turnaround may have Referring to the Union Catholic She worked hard. She made excellent come before tournament time, but it victory, Egan said. "We actually got decisions with the hall. If you don't became evident with a 1-0, victory the sixth seed, which put us in a very get out of the way wi th her shot, you over Cranford on October 25 and a, are going to be hurting." said Egan. 2-2, tie with Scotch Plains-Fanwood "Her comer kicks, not only are they on October 27. good, but they are consistent." “We started out with a very tough Senior sweeper Emily MacNeil HI 1IING 3 HE Bit. TIME A3 GIANTS STADIUM...The Westfield PAL "I)" offense and defense mix It up and got nwi season - tough teams - from Sep­ from the crowd of 76.IHKI people at Giants Stadium. was the soul of the backlield but also tember 11 until October 2. It was a scored three goals and had three matter of confidence. I had to put assists. Her powerful kicks from the some girls in some key positions. backfield drastically helped change They held out and had a nice turn­ the momentum of a game. WF PAL ‘D’ Grid Kids Gain around. We were nervous that we “She had an excellent free kick. wouldn't even make it to the play­ She kicked the kicks that were from offs. We were below 500. We lar away. She got some goals from worked our way back. We lost to them and also had one from a cor­ Scotch Plains and tied Cranford Memories at Giants Stadium ner kick. She managed to play the then we came back to tie Scotch long ball and give us a quick transi­ By DAVID B. CORBIN long wait in the hus. Was he concerned Plains and beat Cranford," said Blue tion.” Egan pointed out. terback and recover fumbles." Devil Head Coach Katie Egan who Sfeiiulh h mien fee The tted/teU leadei unit The Tune, about the rain? “Yes! I was afraid if 1 Senior Aly Ludmer led the team Anthony Amatucci, who handled added. “The biggest turnaround More than gaining yardage took snapped it (the ball) and it slipped, with nine goals and had three as­ the bus experience well by catching a came after Pingry. We beat East place at Giants Stadium in East Ruth­ everybody would get mad at me." - • sists. Senior Danni Fried netted six snooze, said what he liked best about Side, which we knew we could win, erford on November 28, Thanks to the "We were in the bus for at least two goals and an assist. Sophomore Erin his position as a defensive tackle, “I but we had a very big win against graciousness of Director of Youth Pro­ hours.” said wide receiver Brad McCarthy put in eight goals. like to hit people and recover fumbles." Kearny. That was the catalyst that grams Beth Roche, staff and security Erickson, who seemed not to be rattled "She is one of the fastest kids on As promised, I p.m. came, "The started our whole winning streak. D»vW B. Corbin lor The Leader and The Tlmee personnel, the Westfield PAL “D" foot­ by the possibility of rain, "I like the Senior sweeper Emily MacNeil the team if not the fastest." said Bubble" was available and the “D” ball team got the opportunity of a rain but I don't like being in front of Kearny knocked the girls out last Egan of McCarthy. team look that opportunity to view season in the sectional semifinals at lifetime by performing during half- a billion people. " good position, being the underdog, Senior Stephanie Bridgmen con­ the first half on the wide TV screens. home in the stadium. The girls really time of the Giants/Eagles game. "I kept on talking to my friends and really having nothing to lose. We tributed two goals and four assists, Just before halftime, the sun emerged wanted revenge. They played their Memories were also gained prior we played some games," said left came out the better team that day." senior Megan Kealy had four goals and the drying process had begun. to the game, beginning wilh the 10 defensive end Michael Carlino. As to and senior Lauren Campo had a goal At halftime. Westfield PAL “D” a.m. hus departure from Tamaqucs his thoughts of performing at the sta­ and three assists. Sophomore Gillian emerged on the field. An offensive Park in Westfield. Enduring a deluge, dium. he said, "I like to hit the quar­ CONTINUED ON M W IS Kape had a goal and a team-leading the bus arrived at Giants Stadium five assists. around 10:40 a.m. "We had very few kids who had Expecting to transfer immediately zero points on the season, which is to "The Bubble" - a massive domed good because everybody is scoring, enclosure with tables, chairs and tele­ everybody is assisting," said Egan. vision screens to view the game - Blue Devil senior Tara O'Donohue "Murphy’s Law" came into play. Un­ and junior Lauren Sinnenberg shared fortunately for the "D" team, "The the goalkeeping duties and combined Bubble" was already Occupied hy an­ SfiP for nine shutouts. other organization and there would % Looking ahead to 2005, Egan said. be no vacancy until I p in. “Our biggest strength is going to be Because of the heavy rain, the 49 our speed and our experience in goal. PAL youth (ages 10 and 11) in full Lauren has played in big games since uniforms, six coaches, a photogra­ she was a sophomore. We are going to pher and one reporter/photographer have some inexperience defensively were to be confined to the hus for because we are losing Emily. I am more than two hours. It was handled going to have to shift some people amazing well despite the anticipation ------— an.—,,.,..», airl iai llta.i.i 11 II lr ■ ■ ir~ —-... ----- ■...... maround u u n u UUIbut Ihaving lU V Illg , LLauren*« in there is of their halftime performance. be an asset. 11 ’ " _ D«vid B. Corbin lor The Westfield Leader and The Tlmee A BIG SWIFT KICK...Senior Gio P ^ u ^ o .^ ^ n iT O rrfS rK W q u f f® ^ “It was.gpuitlg, ffsUty loud an*! fopf, , NERVOUS ANT1UBATK3N.. .The Westfield PAL *«” football players and so I was getting annoyed,” said often . Palatucd scored eight goals and had four assists. [hat will play to our strength. 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at 21:07 and Christine DeLuca came Harley crossed 20th with a PR 2 1:19 in 17th with u PR tim e of 21:07 ( 12th SPFall-time). Stephanie Ricea (ninth SPF all-time). Sam Carow finished 24th with a PR time of finished IHth with a PR time of 21:21 (tied for 13th SPF all-time). 21:09 (10th SPF all-time). Cathy The Raider top-five average was 20:29.2, a school record on that WF PAL “D” Roster course by 15 seconds. "When we got back to the school, Chris Albanese. Anthony I had the nine girls sign the bottom Amatucci, Kevin Anderson, of the trophy with a black Sharpie. Nicholas Arnold, Colin Barber. They’ll all be gone in a few years, Daniel Berke, Daniel Bigelow. and I'll be gone in 2036 or so. but I RECEIVING THE HIKE...BIue Devil quarterback Mike Patella, No. 17. receives Ryan Bohrod. Nicholas Calello, don '(want anyone to not know about the hike and looks to hand the hall to a running back. Michael Carlino, Zachary Chodor. whom these girls are and what they Michael D’Antico, John Dooley, did." said Koegel who added. "Our Brendan Dugan, Patrick Dyer, seniors have been the heart of the (iK ITIN t, rtlK OIRI ON THE CAME...The Westfield trader and The Times Ryan Elliot, Brad Erickson, Nicho­ team, and it was only fitting that Cardinals Rip Westfield, 40-0, Sports Editor/ Assistant Publisher Dave Corbin, left, discusses details or the name las F.rtman. Richard Fletcher. Tho­ they led us to victory, leaving their with Westfield PAI. “0 ” football team Head Coach John Dugan. mas Flanigan. Taylor Friss, Brian mark as the first team ever in school Fritz, Alec Clarrity, JP Gilmartin. history to win the girls' county In 100th Football Showdown Jake Harris, Patrick Johnson, Wil­ cross-country championship." CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 liam Johnston, Michael Kalimtzis. The Raiders also placed in the top Kyle Kania, Michael LaFace. John WF PAL ‘D’ Grid Kids Gain five at the North 2 Group 3 State sack and sophomore linebacker Tyrell circuited in the second half beginning Lan/ano, Ryan Marsh. Marc Sectional Championship to qualify Simmons recorded a tipped punt. with a fumble of a punt snap at the one- Ma/zucco, James McCrea, Alex for the NJSIAA Group 3 Champi­ Running primarily behind huge yard line. Hale slid in for the touch­ Memories at Giants Stadium McHugh, Nathan Mitchell. onship. 320-pound tackle Eugene Monroe, down. Thirty seconds later, with 2:36 Michael Mondon, Jackson CONTmUEO FROM PAGE IS "We had two disappointments last who will playing for the University of left in the third quarter, another O'Leary, Justin Ricardo, Joseph year - not winning the county meet Virginia next fall, the Cardinals Westfield fumble on their own three team and defensive team look the Werner around the right side and Rinaldi, Dillon Rolnick. Thomas when we were favored and not mak­ marched 55 yards, ending with Hale's gave the Cardinals the ball where Elijah near end of the held and another the third one was a 37 sweep around Ross, Frankie Scalera, Troy ing it out of a loaded sectional race five-yard touchdown run with 7:23 Ivey rumbled in for the touchdown. offensive and defensive team took the left side to Werner," explained Skibitsky, Austin Slifer. Brandon to the group meet. We made up for left in the first half. The two-point The Blue Devils got the ball at their the far end of the field. Each group Dugan who added that the defense Vassallo, Timothy Walsh, Paul both of them. I would love nothing conversion attempt failed. own 35 and drove to the Plainfield 12 ran approximately 12-15 plays and made, "Excellent hits!" Werner and Alexander Williams. more than to build this program up The Cardinals engineered a 67- after DelDuca's 38-yard run around performed with the proficiency of a The near side offense had one touch­ Head Coach John Dugan and As­ to the point where it is perpetually yard touchdown march, highlighted the right side. After fullback Rich well-schooled group of "Mini Pros". down when quarterback Patrick Dyer sistant Coaches Sam Vassallo, Fred successful like Westfield. It would by quarterback James Felton's 35- Stewart carried for three yards, The crowd of nearly 76,(XX) fans re­ passed to Patrick “Major" Harris for Scalera, Barry Amatucci. Manny be great if this attracted more girls yard pass completion to Jamal Elder Simmons had an eight-yard carry to sponded with roaring applauses on the score. John Landzano had two Carlino and John Ricardo. to the program,” said Koegel. at the seven-yard line. Two plays later. set up a first-and-goal from the one. every big play. big-yardage runs, Brandon Vassallo Hale slipped in from the four with Plainfield held for three plays and, on The offensive team on the far ran an eight-yard sweep and Joe 9:18 left in the half. fourth-und-goal. Cardinal Corey side of the field headed by Head Rinaldi had a crushing three-yard The Blue Devils’ mental focus short- Tucker picked up a fumble at the four Coach John Dugan made it to the bash. Defensively, J.P. Gilmartin, All-Union County Gymnastics and raced 96 yards for the touch­ end zone three times. “One was a whose mother works for the NFL. PUBLIC NOTICE down. play that we mimicked after the had an interception and Ryan Elliott TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Giants, W'e call it the Manning had two quarterback sacks. First & Second Team Results: "We knew we had to run the reverse first to set up the fake, so once I saw waggle. The quarterback (Nate "Great defense and offense! And N O T IC E is hereby given that at a meet­ VAULT: Second Team: 1. 8.54 Olivia Cathcart ing of the Township Council of the Tow n­ a couple guys bite on Bryan, I knew I Mitchell l skates to the right and J.P. Gilmartin had a key interception First Team: 1.9.22 Tiffany Lewis (Eliza­ ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council had a good 30 yards or, at least, get a has three options. He can throw to to stop us," said Coach Sam Vassallo. beth), 2. 9.12 Jessica Greenwald, Chambers in the Municipal Building of one of three receivers or he can run Before departing for Westfield, the (Union), 3. 9.01 Andie Sablosky (Day- said Township on Tuesday, November first down," said DeiDuca. "We all ton/Brearley), 4.8.82 Claire Macdonald lie), 5. 8.35 Lisa Madonia (Dayton/ it in and he found Brendan Dugan PAL "D" team and staff presented 23, 2004, there was introduced, read for thought we were in on three of the (Westfield), 5. 8.69 Marissa Rusln Brearley), 6.8.29 Jackie DeJohn (Scotch the first time, and passed on such first four plays. Everytime. someone’s wide open in the end zone. The Beth Roche with a large team picture (Clark), 6. 8.62 Katie Zaleski (Scotch Plains-Fanwood) reading, the following ordinance: second one was a 38 sweep to Paul autographed by all of the "Mini Pros". Plains-Fanwood) head was partially over." FLOOR EXERCISES: AN ORDINANCE PERMIT­ What appeared to be an uninten­ Second Team: 1.8.53 Kate Breuninger First Team: 1,9.19 Greenwald (Union), TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON (Scotch Plains-Fanwood), 2.8.48 Alyssa 2. 9.17 Lewis (Elizabeth), 3. 8.86 SUNDAY MARCH 27, 2005 IN tional onsides kick was fumbled by Weichert Lewandowski (Union Catholic), 3. 8.4 Macdonald (Westfield), 4. 8.82 Zaleski THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Westfield and the Cardinals recov­ Laurel Devlin (Scotch Plains-Fanwood), (Scotch Plains-Fanwood), 5.8.8 Zalutko PLAINS. ered at the Blue Devil 47. Three plays 4. 8.38 Jessica Zalutko (Dayton/ Dayton/Brearley), 6. 8.67 DeJohn Brearley), 5. 8.38 Jackie Reilly (Union), Scotch Plains-Fanwood) PURPOSE: Allows any organization to later. Ken Howard sped 34 yards for 6. 8.33 Jessica Sussman (Westfield) conduct games of chance (raffle) on Sun­ the final touchdown. The two-point Second Team: 1. 8.66 Rusln (Clark), 2. day, March 27,2005 provided steps are conversion was good. UNEVEN BARS: “8.64 * Amanda ( g j f “ Diaz (Westflelr"■ tfield), 3. 8.58 taken to secure a license for same. “I didn't want to go out this way in First Team: 1. 9.4 Lewis (Elizabeth). 2. Sablosky (Dayton/Brearl 4. 8.55 A public hearing for same will be held on 8.95 Sablosky (Dayton/Brearley), 3.8.91 Lewandowski (Union Catholic), 5. 8.5 Tuesday, December 14,2004 at 8:00 p.m. football, but we have to bounce back Greenwald (Union), 4. 8.83 Zaleski Madonia (Dayton/Brearley), 6. 8.46 Paul Stillwaggon in the Council Chambers of the Municipal from adversity. 1 know 1 will remem­ (Scotch Plains-Fanwood), 5.8.73 Rusin Jenna Skoller (Westfield) Building, or any time and place to which a (Clark), 6. 8.5 Macdonald (Westfield) ber this all my life but you can’t carry ALL-AROUND: meeting for the further consideration of this with you the rest of your life. I Second Team: 1. 8.4 Zalutko (Dayton/ such ordinance shall from time to time be First Team: 1. 36.97 Lewis (Elizabeth), have to move on from it," said Brearley), 2. 8.3 Devlin (Scotch Plains- 35.75 Zaleski (Scotch Plains-Fanwood), adjourned, and all persons interested will Patricia Cornish Fanwood), 3.8.25 Lewandowski (Union 3. 35.7 Greenwald (Union), 4. 35.49 be given an opportunity to be heard con­ DeiDuca. Catholic), 4. 8.15 Annie Smith (Scotch Macdonald (Westfield), 5. 34.53 cerning such ordinance. Very disappointed but certainly not SCOTCH PLAINS TWR - Completely landscaped 10 room contemporary w/5 BRs, 4 P lains-FaFanw nw oood), od), 5. 8.09 NaNatalie Sablosky (Dayton/Brearley), 6. 34.42 A copy of same may be obtained from defeated in life, Dowling said, “I’m f09V,Am

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The Minutemen hit pay dirt with It was a great pass and I just snatched two touchdowns early in the first quar­ it away from the defender." ter. The first, a 32-yard end-around Later, LaForge passed to Smith 10 Soccer Devil Boys Sight trot by Thompson at 6:21. but the yards beyond the line of scrimmage. extra point failed. The second came From there. Smith was off to the races with 4:17 remaining when Warren to complete the 61-yard TD play. Promising 2005 Season rumbled 47 yards to TD. The two- Baumwoll’s PAT conversion was per­ point conversion failed. fect with 3:08 remaining in the game. By DAVID B. CORBIN "I was proud. We played tough "We talked about the plays that hurt Specially Written far T7k WeUfieU Ltaier and The Times "We ran a sweep around the out­ through to the end." said Kapner. us at halftime." said Ciccotelli. “We side," explained Smith. “I was wide Westfield PAL “C” football team recently won the Goals were difficult to come by for Suhuriwn Youth league Super Bowl title. Pictured, left to right, are: kneeling; What kept the Blue Devils close in made some adjustments and some pro­ open and saw a perfect pass coming in the Westfield High School boys soc­ tection because they were blitzing us. 17?.ristIf r Jiarhtr’-t<>,in Hlzhenr> -M cG o v ern , Alex Gordon. Jack Bauduin. all of their games this season was the whole way. although I was kind of Mikey Osborne. Matt McF.voy, Craig Callahan. Tony Pafumi, Brandon Ruhl. Brian cer team this season and so were senior goalkeeper Jeff Greenlaw who We had nothing to lose and we created nervous. Once the ball landed securely, victories; however, much better things totaled 144 saves, many of them spec­ some things. Dan made the right reads s f ,lne’. ^ tnck BerRin' Pe*er Mebane, Matt Alhano, Peter Ondi. Arts Psvholos and 1 was happy. I could not be more proud standing. Mltth Young. Daniel Kerr. Cach John Tingling, Coach seem to be on the horizon. The Blue tacular, and was the team ’s Most Valu­ and our kids responded. We settled of my team. I love these guys.” Pete Ondi, Hayden Kopser, Erik Gozdiesld, Coach Rorv Ruhl, Dan Wkkens. Chris Devils suffered in the win column able Player. down and got it done.” On the Minutemen's next posses­ Neylan, T. Brand, Tom Snyder. Jey Yingiing, Matt Buccino. Tim Donovan, Chris this year finishing with a 2-12-3 "He was the best on our team. He In the fourth quarter, LaForge topped Mannino, Michael Giacone. Keving Kessler, Tim HobHtzeU, Steven Reiss, Nick sion. a fumble on the 15-yard line was record, but with the addition of sev­ only had two shutouts but he aver­ off a march with his 20-yard touch­ Matthews Dan Ptattiitsky, Head Coach Mike Giacone. JP Githens. Coaches Owen recovered by Raider Evans to secure eral members from a superb junior aged seven saves forevery score given down pass play to Smith with 5:34 left. Brand and Ed Stravach. Not Pictured: Connor Slifer and Jack Kephart the victory. varsity (JV) squad, the 2005 season up. He kept us in most games," said "We ran three streaks down the field "We knew we had to play a great could be quite a turnaround. Kapner. and threw it up for grabs," said Smith. game against the No. 9 team in the This year's squad did not score a "We worked on how to bring the ball Westfield PAL ‘C’ Captures This year's undefeated JV squad state and it was the last game of our goal until their sixth game of the topped rival Scotch Plains-Fanwood down in practice and it came in handy. lives in Raider blue for some of us,” season, which ended in a 1-1 tie. twice during the regular season then said Tri-Captain Kevin Urban. “We Senior striker Brady Lau scored that PUBLIC NOTICE League Super Bowl Title battled them to a 0-0 tie in overtime to knew that if we kept it close we would first goal and finished with four of the become Co-Champions at the Union BOROUGH OF FANWOOD have a chance because we’ve been The Westfield's PAL “C” football only one first down for the remainder Blue Devils’ 10 goals while adding County JV Tournament. The JVs fin­ PLANNING BOARD playing great ball the second half the team defeated Millbum, 12-0. at Poly of the half. two assists. ished with a 13-0-2 record. Prep High School in Brooklyn to be­ Notice is hereby given that the P LAN ­ entire year. We had a great pass rush, Millbum went to a passing game Despite not having a stellar year, the “Alex Schmidt (JV coach) did an NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF come the Super Bowl champions of good coverage, no blown mistakes early in the second half, but was Blue Devil boys hung close to their incredible job with the JVs. He was F A N W O O D after public hearing on No­ the Suburban Youth Football League vember 23, 2004 granted approval to K-9 except for those two runs in the first stopped by comerbacks JP Githens Watchung Conference and Union (he captain of our 1995 team that (SYFL). Westfield PAL “C” finished Guardians, L L C for a site plan on the half. It came down to great play call­ and Hayden Kopser. Millbum's of­ County opponents and gave it their all. played in the State Group 4 finals," 10-1 with seven shutouts. property at 43 South Avenue, Fanwood, ing, great pass protection from the fense gained a total of only 10 yards in “It was obvious. The Watchung Kapner pointed out. New Jersey being Block 55, Lot 7. On the third play of the game, Tony offensive line, big plays by our wide the second half. Conference was extremely tough,” The blend of this year's JVs, “as­ Documents pertaining to this applica­ Pafumi intercepted Millbum’spassand receivers and great passes from In the fourth quarter, with blocking commented Blue Devil Head Coach suming they continue to play well,” tion are available for public inspection at ran for 35-yard touchdown. After a Borough Hall during normal business LaForge. We knew that if we beat from fullback Pafumi and hallback Craig George Kapner. "Scotch Plains played said Kapner, with four sophomores delay of game against Westfield, the hours. them it would be a great feather in our Callahan, and running behind Giacone for the Group 3 championship and led by defender Chris Mattes, who all Mr. Stanley Fink, Esq. attempt for an extra point was no good. cap and we did it.” and Matthews. T. Brand chipped away 5- Kearny and Linden played in the state got a lot of varsity playing time, should Fink, Rosner, Ershow-Levenberg, LLC “It’s all about team effort,” added In Westfield's first offensive pos­ 6 yards a play for an 80-yard drive. 1093 Raritan Road sectionals. Cranford played in the work well next year with team Tri- Evans. “It started out with the offen­ session, T. Brand exploded behind With less than two minutes left, states sectionals also. We were under P.O. Box 858 Michael Giacone and Nick Matthews Captains Tommy Taylor, Jeff Clark, New Jersey 07066 sive and the defensive line and I think Westfield turned a third-and-eight play a lot of pressure." for a 35-yard run. Westfield later Thomashow and Kyle Fleming to For we did a great job today. We just into a 20-yard gain to the five on a What was even more impressive produce a winning season. Mr. Steven Parker wanted it more, flat out, and it showed brought the ball to the 20-yard line, quarterback bootleg around the left was the tenacity of the Blue Devils in K-9 Guardians on the scoreboard.” but failed to convert to the first down. side by Michael Stravach. Two plays their final four games - a 1-0 loss to 2249 Sunrise Court With tremendous play by defensive Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 later. Brand swept right, getting a key Linden, a 2-1 loss to Cranford, a 1-0 See it all on the Web! Elizabeth 12 0 0 0 12 end MattBuccinoand linebacker Craig 1 T -12/2/04, The Times Fee: S21.42 Sc. 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FSPY ‘A’ Swim Girls Outdo a p Summit YMCA Swimmers The Fanwood Scotch Plains Piranhas won the medley relays at YMCA girls “A” swim team de­ 11-12 and 13-14. feated the Summit YMCA on No­ Other strong performances were: vember 21 in Scotch Plains The Carolyn Maguire, Kelsey Milo, Piranhas will compete in the First Maggie Gousman, Erin Rossi, Annie Frost for <9U) hosted by FSPY on O’Halloran. Kristen Henkels and December 5. the Holiday Classic at Meaghan Gartner. Rutgers University on the weekend of December 10 and the West Point U-ll Juventus Sweeps Holiday Invitational in New York the weekend of [December 17. Montgomery Tourney In individual medley. 11 -12s After having finished the regular Stephanie Baliko and Anne Maguire season in first place in their division placed 2-3. 13-14 Meaghan Gaynor of the Mid-New Jersey Soccer Asso­ uxik second, while 15-18s Amanda ciation. Westfield Juventus entered Dickson and Darrell Ann Smith , D«vW B Corbin foe T7* W— tIMd Lm d * »nd Thm Tim— the Montgomery Thanksgiving Tour­ HOOP HEAVEN CHAMPS...The Atlantic Arsenal basketball club recently won Shackumaxon Golf Pro Michael Kierner placed 1-2. nament and swept through the com­ the Hoop Heaven Playoff crown. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Joey In freestyle, 8U Sarah Cronin and petition. Kacmarsky, Sam Bufensky. Peter Cozzi, Scott Miller, Terry McKenna and Jordan Toczynski; hack row. Coach John Toczynski, Clayton Johnson, Ryan 9-10 Micaela Lyons each touched In the regular season the offense second. 13-14 Ariana Lyons took first Hess, Coach Mark Cleere, Greg Thomson. Sean Slburn. Coach Jim Sibum and Shackamaxon Pro Discusses showed great determination by scor­ PJ Vigilante. as did 15-18 Amanda Cameron. ing a total of 30 goals. The defense, Piranhas scored high in breast­ not to he overshadowed, allowed only Hitting Shots into the Wind stroke to take the lead. 11 -12s five goals all season. This teamwork Stephanie Baliko. Anne Maguire and prepared them for the tallies seen for Atlantic Arsenal Outlasts By MICHAEL KIERNER choose a 5-iron and choke down on Kelsey Rossi swept. 13 -14s Meaghan SfH' i.tlli Written fi>r the Weufuld I ruder and The Time) their tournament first place finish. the grip. Remember it is breezy, so Gaynor and Kaitlin McGeehan went Juventus entered the tournament Ridge, Wins Hoop Heaven If you are having trouble hitting swing easy. Take a normal paced 1-2 as did 15-18s Kelly M orris and (November 26 and 27) knowing they golf shots into the wind there are swing hut one that is a bite shorter. Maria Borowski. In backstroke. 9- needed to win all four games to finish The Atlantic Arsenal Basketball 3-pointer to give the Arsenal the lead. three concepts that you might want to f inally, the last concept is to move 10 Micaela Lyons took third, with in first place. The competition was Club outlasted Ridge to capture the Jordan Toczynski followed with some try to help you when it is windy. the hall back in your stance. Move the 11 - 12s Kelly Gajdzisz and Rebecca strong with two of the teams flighted Fall Playoff crown at Hoop Heaven in stellar assists. Greg Thomson was The first concept is one of the most ball back in your stance about two Dunn going 2-3. Mary Henkels led a two and three levels above them. Whippany. The win rounded out a huge underneath sinking three big simple golf sayings, "when it is bree/y, inches but keep your hands forward. sweep at 13-14 ulong with Nicolle The defense held tight, yielding perfect 10-0 season. hoops. Scott Miller made a couple swing easy." The tough part about this This position will de-loft the club, mak­ Colucci and Liz Hawkins. 15-18 only five goals while the offense Ridge flew out to an early 16-7 beautiful assists. concept is that human instinct pleads ing a 7-iron more like a 5-iron. The ball Amanda Cameron and Jillian scored the 18 goals needed to win all lead. After a few adjustments, the Up by 10 points with under six for the player to swing harder and w ill not travel as far as a normal 5-iron Murphy finished 2-3. the games. Coaches Matt Felix and Arsenal settled into their normal minutes to play, the Arsenal looked to faster. This could lead towards disas­ shot but it will fly lower and that is the In the butterfly. 11-12 Jessica Steven Schapow along with trainer rhythm. Joey Kacmarsky hit a pair of be coasting. Ridge rallied with two ter. We know harder and (aster are not goal. Hopefully these concepts will Colucci look second. 13-14s Janene Adrian Borrows gave the boys the buckets early, including one from 3’s and four free throws to evaporate a good combination in golf even under help you next time it is windy. Senafonte, Danielle Atcachunas and education and the encouragement to behind the arc. Sean Sibum rallied the lead. The Arsenal regained the normal conditions. Under w indy con­ Michael Kierner is the Head Teach­ Allison Hagan swept with 15-18 do what was needed to have fun in the the Arsenal to within one with less lead with two buckets from Ryan ditions it iseven worse. A player should ing Professional at Shackamaxon Golf Amanda Dickson taking second. The game while also winning. than 10 minutes left in the half. Hess in the final 2 minutes. learn to swing with normal effort or & Country Club. For more informa­ Clayton Johnson and Scott Miller Kacmarsky's free throw with less than even choke down on the grip and swing tion about lessons, please call (VOX) pumped in hoops and Sam Butensky 30 seconds remaining upped the lead more conservatively. 233-3989r made a pair of spectacular shots. to three. A last second shot, defended This simple saying relates directly Down by one at the half, the Arse­ well by Johnson, fell short to secure to the second concept. Try' to create a Shooting Stars Down nal caught fire. Kacmarsky hit a big the win. lower hall flight. If the ball flight is high, then the ball will lend to float in SP-F Galaxy, 3-2 the air and it will fall short of the The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Gal­ green or (airway. A simple way to axy soccergirls played the Remington create a lower ball flight with an iron Shooting Stars, whom they had previ­ is to select a stronger club. If the shot ously tied. This time, the Stars pulled is a 7-iron under normal conditions out a 3-2 victory. Curly Redfield tended goal and St. Anthony Hoops played aggressively in the first half. Terry Clarke, Anna Sophia Rivero and Tip-Off Dinner Set Joanna Walker played defense, with JERSEY CITY - St Anthony High Justine Valdes and Haley Regan at School will be celebrating the open­ midfield. Caitlin Carroll and Victoria ing of basketball season for 2(K)4 with Karakis played forward. a Tip-Off Dinner, being sponsored by Carroll netted the first goal w ithin the Alumni Association and held at the the first two minutes. Valdes and Regan school on Friday, December 10. start­ made many attempts on goal. Later, ing at 6:30 p.nt. the Stars scored to tie the game, then Coach Bob Hurley will introduce added a second goal to take a 2-1 lead. the team and comment about the an­ Before the half. Regan made more ticipated season. Guest speaker, Adrian attempts. Wojnarowski - Sports Writer for The Clarke assumed goalkeeping du­ SUBURBAN LEAGUE CHAMPS...The Westfield PAL “A” football team re­ Record and author of a forthcoming ties in the second half. Walker, Rivero cently became Suburban League Champs. The “A” team included; Drew Bergin, book called "The Miracle of St An­ and Amanda Schroder played defense. HEADING TO A HIGHER LEVEL...Seton Hall Prep Basketball Coach Bob Jordan Johnson, Frank Lewis, Nick DeFreitas, Tony Dilorio, JiHaad Billups, TJ thony" will be talking about the book Valdds and Regan played midfield, e arrell, top, met with three of his returning starters to celebrate their signing with Mruz, David Babetski, Kevin Murphy, Brett DeFazio, Evan Paulen, Ricardo and jthynned .publishing date; March. while Ucdfieidanclearroll played tor- mA)or universities during the recent NCAA signing period. The Pirates enter the Johnson, Chris Rhodes, Brandon Rolnick, John Gilmartin, Matt Stroup, Nick ward. JuifaEIFthe wTiifle. the s fltC sw o n picked in the $ta|K25 in USA Today toyr«»!easi« forecast. Jttord AndRttr Tickets for the event are $25 avail­ scored their third goal. Valdes and' ftwnr, left, front Westfield has signed wmUMfSnrd t5 W B K w B f i l l i B & able through the school. Please call Redfield made several attempts. Later. l hns Andrews, center, from South Orange will head to Yale. University and 6’9” Michael Clark, Chris Jacob, Matt Reiss’ Craig Dyer, Chris Sheehan, Derek center Brandon Costner from Montclair has signed with North Carolina State (201)653-5739. Valdes scored the second Galaxy goal. Wanfned James Diddell, Mike Tamofsky and Ryan Gradel. Coaches were Fred University. DeFazio, Paul Harbaugh, Scott Selert and Pat Ferro.

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For eight years, this small sought for terminally ill. abused and group of sheriff's officers has done suffering children through •'nee of a tremendous job in helping them. I Hope," a program sponsored by Union call on everyone in Union County County Sheriff’s Officers. Toys and who can lend a hand to please join clothing for terminally ill, abused and in this effort," Sheriff Ralph suffering children arc needed this Froehlich said. holiday season. Donations of cash Contributions of money (tax-de­ are also being sought. ductible), toys and clothing can be Now in its 9th year, "Tree of Hope" sent to: Tree of Hope. P.0. Box 4, provides gifts for children with ter­ Kenilworth, N.J. 07033. For more minal illnesses, who have been vic­ information, call Sgt. Marianne timized by domestic violence, and Hopko at (908) 527-4440. WALKING TOUR...Girl Seoul Troop No. 660 of WretIMd loured the town. whose lives have been affected by They vMted poller headquarters and the Are station, donated food, and visited the HIV/A1DS. September 11 Memorial and the Revolutionary War Cemetery. The girts art Union Catholic High pictured In front of the plaque that was dedicated by the Daughters of the “At this time of year, the suffer­ American Revolution In 1924 honoring Westfield men who fought in that war. ing of children is especially poi- School to Hold T ree Pictured, left to right, art: Front row, Kyra Sagal. Hailey Dobnstewlez, Wirhaela Lighting Tuesday VOLUNTEER A WARD...Carolyn Fleder, left. President of the United Way of Tropeano and Kelly Vasel, and hack row. Michaela Nles, Jennv Tresnan, Samantha Area Residents Invited Doles. Brianna Vlrzl and Madeleine l.ane. SCOTCH PLAINS — Union Westfield, thanks former Board Trustee Marilyn Gulotta for her role In the Catholic High School in Scotch Plains Prudential CARES grant which recently was bestowed upon the United Way of To Menorah Lightings Westfield. Temple to Resume will illuminate its Tree of Lights on Search the archives of The In WF, SP and CF Tuesday, December 7. at 7 p.m. in the Westfield Leader and The Scotch Healing Services WESTFIELD — The Union main foyer of the school, located at Plains-Fanwood Times at: FANWOOD-Temple Sholom will County Torah Center has announced 1600 Marline Avenue. WF United Way Receives golcader.com/search resume its monthly healing services that a Menorah Lighting ceremony Sponsored by the Parent Guild, this on the first Saturday of every month, will take place at the Westfield train event has been an annual holiday Prudential CARES Grant with the next session scheduled for station on North Avenue on TUesday. celebration at Union Catholic for the December 4 at 7 p.m. in the Fanwood PUBLIC NOTICE December 7, at 7 p.m. past six years. All are invited to at­ WESTFIELD - Marilyn Gulotta. Carolyn Fleder. President of the Presbyterian Church Dining Room. The Scotch Plains Menorah Light­ tend. who has dedicated 14 years as a vol­ United Way of Westfield Board of TOWN OF WESTFIELD All arc welcome. PARKING ADMINISTRATION ing will be held on the Village Green The ceremony offers people a unteer to the United Way of Westfield, Trustees, said, “We are grateful to “Whether you seek healing for on Sunday, December 12, at 5 p.m. means to honor and remember, in a has received a $250 grant for the Marilyn for her tireless efforts in car­ INVITATION TO BID yourself or a loved one, for a physical The Cranford Menorah Lighting visible way, relatives and friends who Westfield non-profit organization. ing for the community through the Sealed proposals will be received by the illness or an emotional one, it is our will take place across from the mu­ have passed away. Individuals are Ms. Gulotta is a senior software United Way of Westfield, and we Town of Westfield In the Council Cham ­ hope that coming together as a com­ bers at the Municipal building. 425 East nicipal building near the gazebo on invited to purchase dove ornaments system programmer for Prudential thank her for her continued dedica­ munity can help us all reach a little Broad Street. Westfield. New Jersey on Thursday, December 9, at 6 p.m. that hang on the tree. Names of those Financial and was recognized by the tion to this mission.” Monday. December 20. 2004 at 10:00 further towards God," said Shira There will be live music, refresh­ to be memoralized will be inscribed a m prevailing time for the following: company for fulfilling a minimum of Nafshi, Student Cantor. ments and "Chanukah Gelt” for ev­ on each dove. 40 hours of volunteer service at the PARKING PAY STATIONS eryone in attendance at these events. PUBLIC NOTICE Following the Tree of Lights cer­ United Way of Westfield. Proposals must be delivered at the place Chanukah will begin on Tuesday. emony, all in attendance will be in­ Through Prudential’s CARES Vol­ Recent Home and before the hour mentioned in a sealed INVITATION TO RE-BID December 7, at sundown and con­ vited to carol through the halls of the unteer Grants program. Ms. Gulotta envelope marked "Parking Pay Stations” FO R T H E tinue through Thursday, December Sales bearing the name and address of the bid­ REPLACEMENT OF ROOF AT school to the auditorium, where a received praise for her community der. addressed to the Tow n of Westfield, WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY 15. For more information, please call Christmas concert will take place. service and a financial award for her 425 East Broad Street. Westfield, New WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY the Torah Center at (908) 789-5252. Union Catholic's Concert Choir and charitable organization. L & Jersey, and must be in the office of the Sealed proposals will be received by the Chorus, Band and Gospel Choir will Tow n Clerk on or before the hour named. In her 14 years of volunteer work at Ronald and Laura Nobile to Rich­ Town Of Westfield in the Council Cham ­ Bids must be accompanied by a pro­ PUBLIC NOTICE perform seasonal songs. the United Way of Westfield, she ard and Christine Bertoni, 175 Lin­ bers at the Municipal Building, 425 East posal guarantee in the form of a certified served as a member of the Budget Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at TOWN OF WESTFIELD coln Road, $930,000. check, cashier's check or bid bond in an PUBLIC NOTICE 10:00 a.m. prevailing time on Tuesday, Review and Office and Automatic Brad and Christine Rothenberg to amount of 10% of the total bid. payable to Public Notice is hereby given that an December 14. 2004 for the following: the Tow n of Westfield. Bidders must be in ordinance of which the following is a copy BOROUGH OF FANWOOD committees, as well as chairperson of Donald and Barbara Sanderson. 628 compliance with all provisions of Chapter REPLACEMENT OF ROOF AT was introduced, read and passed on first PLANNING BOARD the By Laws Review Committee. Due Kimball Avenue, $567,000. reading by the Council of the Tow n of 127 pi 1975 supplement for the law against WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LI­ Please take notice that on December to term limitations, 2003 marked Ms. Westfield at a meeting held November 30, Garrett and Donna Falzone to Todd discrimination (Affirmative Action). Bid­ BRARY 15, 2004 at 7:30 PM at the Fanwood 2004, and that the said Council will further Gulotta’s last year as a full member and Laura Porter, 701 Girard Avenue. ders statement of ownership, as required Borough Hall, located at 75 North Marline The work under this Proposal shall be consider the same for final passage on the of the United Way of Westfield Board $600,000. by Chapter 33 of the Public Laws of 1977, Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Plan­ completed within 30 (thirty) calendar days 14th day of December 2004, at 8:00 p.m., must be submitted with all bids. ning Board will hold a hearing on the o f Trustees. John and Linda Pashko to The from the signing of the Contract and in­ or as soon thereafter as said matter can be Bidders must submit valid State of New application ot the undersigned. The prop­ cludes furnishing all labor, materials and reached, in the Council Chambers, M u­ David Ritter and Frances Ritter, Re­ Jersey Business Registration Certificate. erty in question Is located at: 90 Montrose equipment necessary to complete the work nicipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Submitting Public Notices: vocable Trust, 310 North Euclid Av­ Specifications and proposal forms must Avenue, Fanwood. New Jersey, also in accordance with the Contract Docu­ Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and enue, $710,000. be examined and picked up at the Westfield known as Block 24 Lot 23, as shown on the goleader.com/legals ments. Th e Contract Documents lor the place any person who may be interested Police Department, Parking Division, 425 Fanwood Tax Map, owned by Philip & Alvin and Rosanne Skopp to Sean proposed work may be procured on or therein will be given an opportunity to be East Broad Street. Westfield. New Jersey Ethel Paoietti. after Friday, December 3, 2004, at the heard concerning said ordinance. Powers and Christine Weiss, 801 07090, Monday through Friday between The applicant requests 6 teat x 12 feet PUBUC NOTICE the hours of 8:30 a m. and 4:30 p.m. office of the Tow n Engineer, Public Works Bernard A Heeney North Avenue, West, $313,750. Center, 959 North Avenue West, Westfield. bathroom addition, which Is in violation ot TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Th e Mayor and Council reserve the right Tow n Clerk Thomas Dibari and Tracy Cutler- New Jersey, 07090, during regular work­ Section 184-110E(5) of the Fanwood Land PLANNING BOARD to reject any and all bids, also waive any Dibari to Michael Ryan and Megan ing hours. G E N E R A L O R D IN A N C E N O . 1844 Use Code Variance Requested: Side Yard informality if it is deemed advisable so to AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Setback; Permitted: 10feet; Present: 12.36 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the McCarthy Ryan, 549 Fairmont Av­ Proposals shall be in writing on the forms Planning Board of the Township of Scotch do. THE TOWN CODE OF THE feet; Proposed: 6.36 feet. enue, $595,000. 1 T - 12/2/04, The Leader Fee. $36.72 furnished and must be delivered at the Plains will begin their December 1 3, 2004 place and before the hour above men­ TOWN OF WESTFIELD The applicant will also seek such other CHAPTER 13, “MOTOR VE­ relief as may be determined necessary at scheduled Planning Board Meeting at 7:00 Ruth Poliak to Stephanie and Dean tioned, and must be accompanied by a p.m., in Council Chambers, 430 Park Av­ Faragi, 731 Castleman Drive, PUBLIC NOTICE certified check or Bid bond payable to the HICLES AND TRAFFIC” BY the public hearing based upon review of AMENDING CERTAIN PRO­ the application or amendment(s) to the enue to hear the continued applications of: $579,900. TOWN OF WESTFIELD Town of Westfield in the amount equal to at least ten percent (1 0% ) of the base VISIONS THEREOF application. M & M Real Estate/Holowka for Raritan James Masterson to James Hall, Th e file pertaining to this application Public Notice is hereby given that an amount of the bid, but not less than $500.00 B E IT O R D A IN E D by the Town Council Road and Frank Street, Block 16202, Lots 924 Harding Street, $482,500. Is svsllsble for public Inspection during ordinance of which the following is a copy nor more than $20,000.00. Each bid must of the Town of Westfield in the County of 5 & 6 requesting minor subdivision ap­ normal business hours (9 A M - 2 PM) from Louise Cannon to Todd and Alison wa6 introduced, read and passed on first also be accompanied by a Surety Com­ Union that the Code of the To w n of proval for three (3) lots with no variances. reading, tbeQpuriPU ot |he Tow n ol the Secretary of the Planning Board at the pany Certificate 6tating that said Sujety Vgwtjield, Chanter . ,13, "Mffipr Mqhietea Reynders, 638 Carleton Road, Westfield at a meeting held November 30, Company will provide the bidder with the Administration Office o f th e Borough of •$600,000. ... arnoB oriT teld Traffic" be afr>enpl®?,in,tfi

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NOTICE OF SALE of one percontum < 1 % ) The interest payable with respect to each Bond on any one date TOWN OF WESTFIELD, complete the final Official Statement, the successful bidder must furnish on behalf of the wilt be evidenced by a single rate of interest Not more than one rate may be named tor IN THE COUNTY OF UNION. NEW JERSEY underwriters of the Bonds the following information to Bond Counsel and the Town by Bonds of the same maturity. There is no limitation on the number of rates that may be facsimile trans mission or overnight delivery received by Bond Counsel and the Town $5,135,000 GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS named If more than one rate of interest is named, no Interest rate named lor any maturtty may be less than the interest rate named for any prior maturity Each proposal submitted within 24 hours after the award of the Bonds (a) Initial offering prices or yields (expressed (Book-Entry Only) (Bank-Qualltled) as percentages), (b) selling compensation (aggregate total anticipated compensation to tor al1 o' 'he Bonds ottered and the purchase price specified must not be less than (Non-Callabla) the under writers expressed in dollars), (c) the identity of the under writers il the $5,135,000 nor more than $5,136,000. The Bonds will be awarded to the bidder on (Parity Bid) (Surs-BId Surely Bond) successful bidder is part of a group or syndicate and (d ) any other material information whose bid the total loan may be made at the lowest net interest cost, such net interest necessary for the final Official Staf ement. bul not known to the Tow n (such as the bidder's daled cost shall be computed, as to each bid. by adding to the total principal amount of Bonds purchase of credit enhancement) It shall also be the obligation of the successful bidder December 15, 2004 bid tor (which shall be alt of the Bonds offered) the total interest cost to maturity in to furnish to D TC an under writer's questionnaire and the denominations of the Bonds not accordance with such bid and by deducting therefrom the amount of premium. If any. bid, The Tow n of Westfield, in the County of Union, a municipal corporation of the State of less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the delivery of the Bonds which premium shall not exceed $ 1 ,000. No proposal shall be considered which offers New Jersey, (the "Town"), hereby invites E L E C TR O N IC BID S VIA P A R ITY AND Concurrently with the delivery of the Bonds, the officials of the Tow n who will have to pay an amount less than the principal amount of Bonds offered for sale or under which S E A L E D P R O P O S A L S tor the purchase of its $5.135,000 General Improvement Bonds the total loan is made at an interest cost higher than the lowest net interest cost to the executed the final Official Statement wiil deliver to the purchaser of the Bonds a certificate dated December 15. 2004 (the “Bonds"). stating that, to the best of their knowledge, the preliminary Official Statement did not as Tow n under any legally acceptable proposal T h e Town reserves its right to reject ail bids, ELECTRONIC BIDS VIA PARITY AND SEALED PROPOSALS will be received and of its date and as of the sale date, and the final Official Statement did not as of its date and any bid not complying with the material terms of this notice will be rejected The Town publicly opened and announced by the Chief Financial Officer in the Municipal Building. and does not as of the dale of delivery of the Bonds, contain an untrue statement of a reserves the right to waive detects it deems non-material, in its sole discretion. 425 East Broad Street. Westfield. New Jersey 07090 on December 16. 2004 at 11 00 material fact or omit to state a material fact required to be included therein for the purpose o'clock A M (local time). The successful bidder must piay accrued interest from the date of the Bonds to the date of delivery No interest will be paid upon the deposit made by the successful bidder The for which the preliminary Official Statement or the final Official Statement is to be used The Bonds comprise an issue of bonds payable on August 15 in each year (without the or neces-sary to make the statements therein, in light of the circum-stances under which right of prior redemption) as follows: Bonds will be authenticated by the Chief Financial Officer, acting as Bond Registrar/ Paying Agent tor the Bonds they were made, not misleading, provided such certificate shall not include consideration $250,000 in the year 2005. of information supplied by, or which should have been supplied by. the successful bidder Sealed proposals should be addressed to the undersigned Chief Financial Officer and for the Bonds. $275,000 in the year 2006. enclosed in a sealed envelope marked on the outside “Proposal tor Bonds” A good faith The Town has agreed in its bond resolution adopted on November 30. 2004 to provide $350,000 in each of the years 2007 and 2008. deposit (the “Deposit") in the form of a certified, treasurer's or cashier's check drawn upon or cause to be provided, in accordance with the requirements of Rule 15c2-12. (i) not later $355,000 in the year 2009. a bank or trust company or a Financial Surety Bond In the amount of $102,700, payable than seven months after the end of the Tow n's fiscal year (presently December ) $385,000 in the year 2010. to the order of the T O W N O F W E S TFIE LD , is required for each bid to be considered If 3 1 certain annual financial information and operating data, including audited financial $425,000 in the year 2011, a check is used, it must accompany the bid or be received by the undersigned Chief statements for the preceding fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending $455,000 in each of the years 2012 to 2016. inclusive, and Financial Officer prior to the opening of bids. If a Financial Surety Bond is used it must December 31, 2004), (if) timely notice of the occurrence of certain material events with $470,000 in the year 2017. be issued by Financial Security Assurance Inc., 350 Park Avenue. New York. N Y 10022 respect to the Bonds and (ill) timely notice of a failure by the Town to provide the required and such bond must be submined to the Town prior to the opening of bids. The Financial T o the extent any instructions or directions set forth in P A R ITY conflict with this Notice annual financial information on or before the date specified in (i) above. Surety Bond must identify each bidder whose Deposit is guaranteed by the Financial of Sale, the terms of this Notice of Sale shall control. For further information about Th e successful bidder's obligation to purchase the Bonds shall be conditioned upon Its Surety Bond If the Bonds are awarded to a bidder utilizing a Financial Surety Bond, then P AR ITY, potential bidders may contact i-Deal L L C at 1359 Broadway 2nd Floor New receiving, at or prior to the delivery of the Bonds, in form and substance reasonably that bidder (the “Purchaser') is required to submit Its Deposit to the Town in the form of York, N Y 10018. telephone (212) 849-5021 satisfactory to the successful bidder, evidence that the Town has made the continuing a cashier's check (or wire transfer of such amount as instructed by the Tow n) not later The Bonds shall be issued in registered form by means of a book-entry system with no disclosure undertaking set forth above in a written agreement or contract for the benefit than 3:30 p.m. (local time) on the next business day following the award if the Deposit physical distribution of bond certificates made to the public. O ne bond certificate for each of the Bondholders and the beneficial owners of the Bonds. is not received by that time, the Town may draw upon the Financial Surety Bond to satisfy maturity will be issued to The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York (“D TC ”) The approving legal opinion of Bond Counsel wilt be furnished without cost to the pur­ the Deposit requirement. No interest on the Deposit will accrue to the Purchaser The and immobilized in its custody. The book-entry system will evidence ownership of the chaser. The preliminary Official Statement contains a discussion of the provisions of the Deposit will be applied in part payment for the Bonds or to partially secure the Tow n from Bonds in the principal amount of $1,000 or any integral multiple thereof, with transfers of Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), with respect to the exclusion any loss resulting from the failure of the Purchaser to comply with the terms of its bid ownership effected on the records of D TC and its participants pursuant to rules and from gross income for Federal income tax purposes of the interest on the Bonds and a Award of the Bonds to the successful bidder or rejection of all bids is expected to be procedures established by D T C and its participants. The successful bidder, as a description of the opinion of Bond Counsel with respect thereto. The Tow n has made within two hours after opening of the bids, but such successful bidder m ay not condition to delivery of the Bonds, shall be required to deposit the bond certificates with covenanted, to the extent permitted by the Constitution and laws of the State of New withdraw its proposal until after 3:00 p.m. (local time) of the day of such bid-opening and D TC , registered in the name of Cede & Co., its nominee. Interest on the Bonds will be then only if such award has not been made prior to the withdrawal. Jersey, to comply with the provisions of the Code required to preserve the exclusion from payable on each February 15 and August 15. commencing August 15. 2005 (each, an gross income of interest on the Bonds lor Federal income tax purposes. There will also 11 is anticipated that C U SIP identification numbers will be printed on the Bonds, but “Interest Payment Date"), in each year until maturity, and principal of the Bonds will be be furnished the usual closing papers neither the failure to print such number on any Bond nor any error with respect thereto payable, at maturity, by payment of immediately available funds by the Bond Registrar/ The Town has designated the Bonds “qualified tax-exempt obligations" within the shall constitute cause for a failure or refusal by the successful bidder thereof to accept Paying Agent to D T C or its nominee as registered owner of the Bonds. Transfer of meaning of Section 265(b)(3) of the Code and will represent that it reasonably expects delivery of and pay for the Bonds in accordance with its contractual obligations arising principal and interest to participants of D TC will be the responsibility of D TC . Transfer that neither it nor its subordinate entitles will issue more than $ 0.000.000 ot tax-exempt from the acceptance of its proposal tor the purchase of the Bonds. All expenses in relation 1 of principal and interest to beneficial owners will be the responsibility of the D TC obligations in the current calendar year. to the printing of C U S IP numbers on the Bonds shall be paid for by the Town, provided, participants and other nominees of the beneficial owners. The Town will not be If the Bonds qualify for issuance of any policy of municipal bond insurance or however, that the C U SIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of said numbers responsible or liable for such transfers of payments or for maintaining, super-vising or commitment therefor at the option of a bidder, any purchase of such Insurance or shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the successful bidder reviewing the records maintained by D TC , its participants or persons acting through such commitment therefor shall be at the sole option and expense of the bidder and any The Bonds shall be delivered on or about December 29 , 2004 at the office of Rogut participants. increased costs of issuance of the Bonds resulting by reason of such insurance, unless McCarthy Troy LLC, Cranford, New Jersey ("Bond Counsel"), or at such other place as In the event (a) D T C determines not to continue to act as securities depository for the otherwise paid, shall also be paid by such bidder. Any failure of the Bonds to be so insured may be determined by the successful bidder and the Town. P A Y M E N T FO R T H E Bonds or (b) the Tow n determines that continuation of the book-entry system of evidence or of any such policy of insurance to be issued, shall not in any w ay relieve the purchaser BONDS AT THE TIME OF ORIGINAL ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY SHALL BE IN of its contractual obligations arising from the acceptance of its proposal for the purchase and transfer of ownership of the Bonds would adversely affect the interests of the IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FUNDS. beneficial owners of the Bonds, the Tow n will discontinue the book-entry system with of the Bonds A preliminary Official Statement has been prepared and Is available at D T C . If the Tow n fails to identify another qualified securities depository to replace D TC , Th e successful bidder will be required to furnish, prior to the delivery of the Bonds, a www.IDealProapectus.com or may be obtained from the undersigned. Chief Financial the Tow n will deliver replacement bonds in the form of fully registered certificates. certificate acceptable to Bond Counsel setting forth information with respect to the Bonds Officer, Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street. Westfield. New Jersey 07090 The Bonds are general obligations Of thfe ToWrt dhd «rq secyr'Bq’Uy a^dcW ll of the full including the “Issue price" of the Bonds within the meaning of Section 1273 of the Code Tolat«haoofNo/(eQBy 7a»-40»7. EtttriBnUfce prefimlriafy Official Statement is deemed to faith 6nd crddit of the-Tdw n iwr the payment pffncipffl fWj& p T.'g p o lfe interest bei aiYWiel offlrtafi statement’ , 'as oLHs drrte, vviOlftllhd nHaartlrtg'Bf'Rdfe 1Sc2-12 OfThe °' ** TPWhyoUriW- OfThe Town of (y y e ^ te ld .'ta fS F y r^ N w i thereon. The Bonds are payable, if not paid from other sources, from ad valorem taxes Securities and Exchange Commission (“Rule 15c2-12"), but is subject to (a) completion to be levied upon all the real property taxable within the Town without limitation as to rate Dated: November 30, 2004 • ■ . , with certain pricing and other informa-tion to be made available by the successful bidder or amount. for the Bonds and (b) amendment. The preliminary Official Statement, as so revised, will /s/ Liy-Huei L. Tsai Each proposal submitted must name the rate or rates of interest per annum to be borne constitute the "final official statement" By the submission of a bid for the Bonds, the Chief Financial Officer by the Bonds bid for, and the rate or rates named must be a multiple of 1/8th or 1/20th successful bidder contracts for the receipt of a reasonable number of copies of the final Town of Westfield ^ County of Union, New Jersey Official Statement within seven business days of the award of the Bonds In order to I T ' ^2/04. The Leader______^ ______Fee: $323.34

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD zone district, of Section 17.02, Minimum Number of Off-Street Parking and Loading FLOOR IN THE CBD DISRICT Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was Spaces, is amended to read as follows: introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Tow n of Westfield at Notwithstanding that residential building units are permitted only on the second or third 5. C B D zone district. One (1) space for each three hundred (3p0) square feet of floor of a building in the CB D district, age-restricted multi-family housing shall be a meeting held November 30, 2004, and that the said Council will further consider the gross floor area of the principal building shall be required, subject, however to the same for final passage on the 14th day of December 2004, at 8:00 p.m., or as soon permitted on both the uppers floors and the ground floor in the C B D district, but only if all provisions of 17.02G.2 below, except that age-restricted m^lti-family housing of the following requirements are complied with. These provisions are intended to permit thereafter as said matter can be reached, in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, permitted as a conditional use in the district shall be subject only to the require­ 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person who this use in an appropriate location as a transitional use between the retail core of the ments for the number of parking spaces based upon utilization as set forth in central business district and residential areas outside the district. may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said Subsection C below. ordinance. A. Location. The subject property for any such development shall be located on the Bernard A Heeney Section 6. Paragraph 2 in Subsection G, Exemptions, reserved future parking, of west side of Prospect Street in the C B D district, but shall not be located within one Tow n Clerk Section 17.02, Minimum Number of Off-Street Parking and Loading Spaces, is amended hundred (100) feet of the right-of-way of Broad Street. by revising the open paragraph to read as follows: GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1843 B. M inimum lot area. There shall be a minimum lot area of twenty thousand (20,000) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND USE ORDINANCE OF THE 2. W aiver of parking requirements in C B D district. In the C B D zone district only, square feet TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT SECTION 2.11, DEFINITIONS; M AND N, in the event that an application for development is unable to comply with the SECTION 2.17, D E F IN ITIO N S ; T T O Z, S E C T IO N 11.25, CBD CENTRAL required number of off-street parking spaces, the provision of a deficient number C. M inimum lot frontage. There shall be a minimum lot frontage of one hundred and BUSINESS DISTRICT, S E C T IO N 17.02, MINIMUM NUMBER OF OFF- of off-street parking spaces may be approved without a hearing by the Planning twenty-five (125) feet STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES, S E C T IO N 17.03, LOCATION Board when the applicant demonstrates to the Zoning Officer that the proposed D. Mlntmum side yard. The minimum side yard shall be as required in the CB D OF REQUIRED PARKING SPACES, S E C T IO N 17.10, ILLUMINATION OF development results in either a decrease, no change or an increase of no more district, except that the minimum side yard adjacent to any residential zone district PARKING AND LOADING AREAS, S E C T IO N 10.02, LIST OF CONDI­ than ten (10) spaces in the deficiency of the number of off-street parking spaces boundary shall be twenty (20) feet. TIONAL USES, ZONES WHERE PERMITTED, A N D A T A R T IC L E 18, from that which exists or existed with the most recent development on the site. CONDIVONAL USES, IN ORDER TO PERMIT AGE-RESTRICTED MULTI­ Notwithstanding the foregoing, this Paragraph 2 shall not apply to an application E. Minimum rear yard. The minimum rear yard depth shall be twenty (20) feet FAMILY HOUSING ON THE GROUND FLOOR AS A CONDITIONAL USE for development for age-restricted multi-family housing. If the applicant demon­ / F. Maxim um building height. N o principal building shall exceed the maximum of IN THE CBD ZONE DISTRICT strates that the change in the deficiency is as set forth above, the following shall four (4) floors, exclusive of any basement floor or covered parking area located apply: B E IT O R D A IN E D by the Tow n Council of the Tow n of Westfield, that the Land Use beneath the building and elsewhere below normal grade, or forty (40) feet, Ordinance of the Tow n of Westfield be and it is hereby amended at Section 2.11, Section 7. Paragraph 5 in Subsection B, Yard location of parking areas, of Section ) whichever is less, provided that a height of up to forty-three (43) feet shall be Definitions; M and N, Section 2.17, Definitions; T to Z, Section 11.25, CBD Central 17.03, Location of Required Parking Spaces, is amended to read as follows. A permitted if the facade of that portion of the building over forty (40) feet in height is set back from the facade of that portion of the building less than forty (40) feet Business District, Section 17.02, Minimum Number of Off-Street Parking and Loading 5. C, CBD, GB-1, GB-2, GB-3 and 0-3 Zones. Off-street parking areas are Spaces, Section 17.03, Location of Required Parking Spaces, Section 17.10, Illumina­ in height a horizontal distance not less than one foot for each foot of building height prohibited in the front yard and street side yard; parking areas shall only be over forty (40) feet. tion of Parking and Loading Areas, Section 18.02, List of Conditional Uses, Zones Where permitted in the side yards and rear yard, provided however, that covered parking Permitted, and at Article 18, Conditional Uses, as follows: structures accessory to and on the same property as age-restricted multi-family G . Maxim um Improvement coverage. No more than ninety percent (90%) of the lot area shall be covered by improvements Section 14 Section 2.11, Definitions; M and N, is amended to add a new subsection U, housing that is permitted as a conditional use in the C B D district shall be permitted entitled "normal grade,” to read as follows to be located beneath the building containing said housing and elsewhere below H. Maximum density. The density shall not exceed fifty (50) dwelling units per acre normal grade without limitation as to the yard location. of the lot provided, however, that no development on any lot shall exceed a total U . Normal grade. The newly established grade after construction, exclusive of any of thirty-five (35) dwelling units, regardless of the lot area. tilling, berming, mounding, excavating, curbing, retaining wall or other feature that Section 8. Subsection B, Illumination levels; standards, in Section 17.10, Illumination alters the grade at the perimeter of the structure from the grade in the general of Parking and Loading Areas, is amended to read as follows: I. M inim um buffer depth. Within the side and rear yards, except for any side yard vicinity of the structure. In the event that construction includes such filling, berming, B. Illumination levels; standards. The following provisions set forth the required where the building is permitted to abut the side lot line, there shall be provided a mounding, excavating, curbing, retaining wall or other feature which so alters the maintained horizontal illumination for general parking and pedestrian areas, end planted buffer at least ten (10) feet in depth. Said buffer shall be planted with shrubs grade, normal grade shall be construed to be the grade that would exist u/Mw it for other vehicle use a< tJ foi cuvoitwi parking facilities. at toast Six (6) feel hiyii at t/iw time oi piannng, dui may also be required to include such features. shade trees or other trees of greater height as determined b y the Planning Board 1 General parking and pedestrian areas (open parking facilities). S ec tion 2. Section 2.17, Definitions, T to Z, is amended by revising Subsections N or Board of Adjustment, as applicable, at the time of any required site plan review. through R to read as follows. Footcandles Maximum J. Screening oi parking. 11 parking spaces are located beneath the building, such Level of (Minimum on Uniformity Ratio parking shall be enclosed by walls designed to screen such parking from the view N. Yard. A space located between a lot line and that portion of the nearest principal Activity pavement)' (Average:Minimum) building or principal structure located above normal grade on said lot. For of the street and any abutting property except for necessary wall openings tor vehicular and pedestrian access. purposes of compliance with this chapter, the dimensions of all yards required by High 0.9 4:1 this ordinance shall be measured perpendicular to the lot line. Medium 0.6 4:1 K. Vehicular access. Access to the subject property shall only be permitted from Low 0.2 4:1 Prospect Street. As part of any required site plan approval, the Planning Board or O . Yard, front. A space extending across the full width of any lot and lying between the front lot line and that portion of the nearest principal building or principal 2. Vehicle use areas (only) (open parking facilities). Board of Adjustment may impose reasonable traffic controls, including but not limited to turning restrtetions at the access driveway, designed to minimize the structure located above normal grade on said lot. On a comer lot, the front yard Footcandles Maximum amount of traffic from the development using residential streets in the area. shall be as defined above, but shall be located between that property line having Level of (Minimum on Uniformity Ratio the lesser frontage and the nearest principal building on said lot. Activity pavement) ’ (Average:Minimum) L. O ccup an cy restriction. All dwelling units within the development shall be - T - restricted to occupancy by at least one person Ilftv-fiY- <■«' P. Yard, rear. A space extending across the full width of any lot between the rear lot -ttiflfa- ~2M- frVbdBNton, no children under the age of eighteen (18) years shall Ira permitted to une and mat porttoi i u? imr nearest principal P0fTmng 67~^fcipaTsrrucrure located ~ Medium 1.0 . a- 4. above nonnat ...... ru iiju . . r a j , u,ms on a permanent pasts. Appropriate restrictive Low 0.5 4:1 covenants shall be imposed upon the development to ensure compliance with Q . Yard, side. A space located between the front yard and rear yard on a lot, and 3- Covered parking facilities (interior levels of decks, parking beneath build­ these age restrictions and with the “housing (or older persons" exemptions o( the between the side lot line(s) and that portion of the nearest principal building or ings). Federal Fair Housing Act. 42 U S C 3601, et seq. principal structure located above normal grade on said lot. O n a comer lot, there shall be one (1) side yard and one (1) street side yard. D ay Night M. Affordable housing com ponent. The development shall Include at least one Footcandles Footcandles Maximum dwelling unit meeting the definition of “affordable housing" in § 2 04! for every eight R. Yard, street side. A space on a corner lot located between the front yard and rear (Average on (Average on Uniformity Ratio (8) total dwelling units, or fraction thereof, provided in the project (i.e.. one lot line on the lot, and between that property line having the greater frontage and pavement)2 pavement) Average.Minimum) affordable unit for every nine market-rate units) In the alternative, the developer that portion ot the nearest principal building or principal structure located above shall tie required to pay a tee in lieu ol providing such unit? within the development normal grade on said lot. General parking and It the development includes affordable housing units wtthln the development, such pedestrian areas 5 4:1 units shall be required to comply with all applicable requirements for inclusionary Section 3. Subsection C, Conditional uses and structures, ot Section 11.25, CBD Ramps and comers 10 4:1 Central Business District, is amended to read as follows: developments as set forth in the substantive rules ot the New Jersey Council on Entrance areas 50 4:1 Affordable Housing in effect at the time of issuance of building permits for the C. Conditional uses and structures. The following conditional uses and structures Notes: development If the development pays a fee in lieu of Including such units within shall be permitted in the C B D district only if they comply with the appropriate 1 Although the footcandles are stated as minimum illumination levels at any the development, the amount of the fee shall be four thousand three hundred regulations for such uses or structures in Article 18: point, the average illumination levels shall also not greatly exceed the levels seventy.five dollars ($4,375.00) for each dwelling unit in the development, to be 1. non-profit chartered membership organizations; resulting from applying the maximum uniformity ratio to the minimum illumina­ paid prior to the issuance of building permits and which shall be placed by the Tow n 2. residential type public utility facilities; tion level. For example, if the minimum illumination level at any point is 0.6 into an affordable housing fund, which fund shall be used by the Town for affordable housing activities 3. certain ceMuiar telecommunications antennas as set forth in Article 18,-.and, footcandles, and the maximum uniformity ratio Is 4:1, the average illumination 4. age-restricted multi-family housing on the ground floor of a building level for the area shall not greatly exceed 2.4 footcandles (0.6 x 4 * 2.4). Section 11. All ordinances or parts of ordinances that are in conflict with or inconsistent 8 Sum of electric lighting and daylight. Section 4. Paragraph 10 in Subsection D, Prohibited uses and structures, of Section with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are in such conflict or 112.5, C B D Central Business District, is amended to read as follows: Section 9. Section 18.02. List of Conditional Uses. Zones Where Permitted, is inconsistent Except as herein amended and supplemented, the Town of Westfield Code amended by adding and inserting a new Subsection Q, to read as follows: remains in fuH force and effect 10. residential use of any kind other man those uses as permitted in Subsections A and C above. Existing nonconforming residential buildings or structures shall not be Q . Age-restricted multi-family housing on the ground floor in the C B D zone district Section 12. Each part ot this ordinance is independent ot the remainder, and the extended or enlarged for use relating to a business, unless the first floor is used holding ot any part to be unconstitutional, void or ineffective for any cause Shan not be Section 10. Article 18, Conditional Uses, is hereby amended by adding and inserting deemed to affect the validity or constitutionality of any other sections or parts thereof entirely for business use; a new Section 18.21 entitled. Age-restricted Mult-family Housing, to read as follows: Section 5. Paragraph 5 in Subsection B. Minimum number of parking spaces in each Section 13. This ordinance shall take effect immediatety upon passage and publication ft 1121. AGE-RESTRICTED MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING ON THE GROUND as required by law. 1 T - 12/2/04, The Leader______Fee: $412.06 2,2004 griu- IWretfirlh 3KpBea­ The story told on stage is that of the Performances will be held at 1 and $14. Tickets for groups of 20 or more the Symphony Orchestra, the String con Hill Jazz Ensemble will take young girl, Ti Moune. Raised by poor 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, are $ 12 each. Ensemble, Strolling Strings, the Full place on Friday, December 10, 8 peasants, she falls in love witha mem­ at East Brunswick High School, 380 For tickets or more information, Count Jazz Band and the Little Op­ p.m. at the Watchung Arts Center. jl ber to the island's upper class. She Cranbury Road in East Brunswick. era Company of New jersey. please call (9732) 254-3233. The nine-member group, complete leaves her home and traditions to Ambcr Sizemore, Ashley Gonzales, Shan­ Kids n Arts, for children ages three with a vocalist, is led by local tenor follow her dream and finds both love non Gomes and Denise Home are the story­ POPCORN to fiytx offers sessions on .Tuesdays, tellers in Once on this Island. and baritone saxophonist Marty WfdJifvMYs orTnttrraays, beginning and d.^pyjntnM 'Vl. J v» v_». iU l M.4 Eigen, and was formed earlier this I he shows book and lyrics "are wnt- denuc experiences and social enjoy­ year to play the music of the Dave on Tuesday, January 4, at 9:30 a.m. or ten by Lynn Ahrens, with music by Nhritohal Treasure: 12:30 p.m. I hese two-hour classes, ment for its members. Pell Octet. The center is located on Stephen Flaherty, the creative team be­ taught by Valerie Pineda and Diane Once on This Island is the third the­ the circle in W atchung, at 18 hind Ragtime and Seussical. Burk am, focus on encouraging stu­ atrical endeavor o f the BSU. The first Patriot Games Stirling Road. Admission is lim­ Once, on this Island is set in the production was Raisin in 1999 and was dents to express their talents in art, One Popcorn, Poor« Two Popcorns, Fair» Three Popcorns, Good » Four Popcorns. Excelled]/ ited to the first 100 seats sold at French Antilles, and the musical score music and drama. followed by The Wiz a year later. $13 each. Call (908) 753-0190 or is characteristic of the lively rhythms of Paige explained, “By providing an By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER You see, one of the keys to the plunder may Creative Art Glasses, also taught by 2 POPCORNS e-mail [email protected]. the Caribbean. or may not be written on the back of said Burkam, will begin on Saturday, Janu­ opportunity for BSU members to per­ ******* 1 he upbeat dance numbers will be Anyone who says they can figure out the document. And Ben’s former partner in the ary 8, for 10 weeks. Students in kinder­ form in these shows, students are intro­ performed by the.SPFHS Raider Dance clues in National Treasure before third gen­ pursuit of antiquarian relics, having of late Blue Velvet isn’t just the name garten and first grade will attend at 9 duced to the world of musical theatre eration scavenger hunter Benjamin Franklin Team, choreographed by Gipson. switched his allegiance to the dark side, isn’t of a cult-film, but a hit tune from a.m., second to fourth graders at 10 within the context of their own culture Gates (Nicolas Cage) explains them to us Musical coaching is assisted Brenda beneath filching the parchment to see what it the 60s by Bobby Vinton. Even if a.m., fifth to seventh graders at 11 a.m. and offer a chance to experience what piecemeal is either clairvoyant or a big liar. But says on the flip side. Kay-Kucin. it’s been awhile since you’ve lis­ and seventh to ninth graders at noon. is a new creative art for some.” then in all fairness, don’t go entirely by me. So, Yankee ingenuity being what it is, Ben Members of the cast include the sto­ tened to the music, you can still see A new course being offered at the Over the past 15 years that Paige has The slightest complication in the assembly has no option but to steal the document rytellers Denise Horne, Danielle Porter, instructions of an IKEA coffee table will send this legend in concert. The Union Workshop this winter is Knitting and been the organizations advisor, the BSU before the scurrilous Ian (Sean Bean) beats Amber Sizemore and Ashley Gonzales. me out of the room crying. him to it. Maybe it’s because Ben quotes them County Arts Center in Rahway Crocheting. Classes start on January has offered its members activities such as Rolanda Franklin is Tt Moune, with So it follows that any sleuth tale requiring so well. But we’re sure Jefferson et al would will feature the crooner on Friday, Sat 1 p.m. for children over the age of tours to historically Black colleges, Troy Morgan and Danielle Wyatt as her more than the tracking of a breadcrumb trail have approved of his plan.. .you know, when December 3, at 8 p.m. See the man 10, and at 2 p.m. for adults. The Kwanzaa celebrations, cultural dinners puts me philosophical. Imagining myself to father and mother. The gods and god­ in the course of human events. Billboard magazine calls the “most instructor for this course is Janet and other events for Black History Month. sound like Rex Harrison’s Professor Henry desses that influence events are por­ But skip all that for a moment. The film has successtul love singer of the ‘Rock- Hrindo, Arts and Crafts II depart­ 1 ickets for the performances are $8 Higgins, I rhetorically inquire: Why do some no problem doing so as it relegates the history trayed by Emily Everson, Cara Hurley, Era.’” If you’re quick, there may ment chair at the Westfield Summer and may be purchased from any cast folks thrill so in the serpentine challenge of stutt to convenient window dressing. The Clarissa Lyons and Kashari Slaughter. still be tickets. Call (732) 499- Workshop. member or are available at the door. signs, hints and secret codes? Having stiff not caper is the real thrust, producer Jerry figured out the meaning of life, I’ve more than 8226. Prices range from $50 to The Musical Theater Workshop, Bruckheimer style. It was Bruckheimer who enough on my plate. But enough about me. said, “We are in the transportation business. $65. directed bv veteran Broadway actor There is the less curmudgeonly filmgoer to We transport viewers from one place to an­ ******* Juan Pineda, will begin on Thursday, Winnie the Pooh Gang to Star consider. So as this movie’s cockamamie leg­ other.” So they roll out the computer for some Frelinghuysen Arboretum is fea­ January 13, and run for 10 sessions, end has it, when they weren’t too busy fight­ Mission Impossible type derring-do, make turing a holiday treat for the entire from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Intended for ing the British, the Founding Fathers man­ with the gunplay, and even toss in a few car j students ages 10 to 18, this course In Dickens’ Christmas Carol aged to amass and hide an extraordinary sum chase scenes. Oh, John Adams, thou hast family this season. Gingerbread will focus on scene preparation, audi­ or booty, first discovered and passed on to crossed a double line. W onderland is the “sweetest and them by the Knights Templar. That’s curious most charming creations” by pro- ; tion and performance preparation, CRANFORD —- '1 he Cranford in Mctuchen. Elizabeth Howard and There are occasional pauses for j in itself. You see? Good thing I wasn’t one of poritification, usually coming from Ben in the fessional pastry chefs, some a bit solo and ensemble work and acting Dramatic Club (CDC) will present Art Kusiv are producers. them. What treasure? I’d probably still be form of some historic confection meant to out of the ordinary, and you can training. Winnie the Pooh: A Christmas Carol The role of Pooh is handled by Bill back in the cabin churning butter. I can’t look advertise the length and breadth of his knowl­ see them all through Sunday, De­ The Westfield Fencing Club will for its annual Children’s Theatre the Chamis and Jake Forrestal plays Chris­ for treasure. How about that tallow I still have edge. Sometimes it’s even accurate. cember 12. Although admission is start its winter session on Wednesday, weekend of December 10 to 12. topher Robin. CDC veterans John to make? Boy, some Revolutionaries have the Now, with all due deference to Clio, the free, the suggested donation is $1. January 5, at 6:30 p.m. for beginners Pooh will perform the parts of the Duryee, Kevin Kessler, Madge Wittel, life. Muse of history, fiction-laced accounts of the and 7:30 p.m. for intermediate fenc­ Ghosts of Christmas-Past, Present, and Alan Gershenson, Marc Ricci and Debby Nonetheless, see this movie and at long last past as an instructional device can be fun, as The arboretum is located at 53 East Hanover Avenue in Morris ers. Saturday classes begin at 9 a.m. Future as He visits Rabbineezer Scrooge Bassin round out the cast of Pooh s pals. you’ll know what that eye in the pyramid on well as an effective tool for stirring an appre­ our money means, what the Masons have to on January 8 for beginners and 10 and takes him on a journey that changes Performances will be held on Friday, ciation for the noble discipline. Witness Rob­ Township, and information is avail­ do with the birth of this nation, and what’s ert Lawson’s children’s book, Ben and Me a.m. for intermediate students. him forever. Along the way, children December 10, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, able by calling (973) 326-7600. behind all those other historical rumors. Or at (1939), incidentally also produced by Disney No tasting the display. Coaches include Ron Margulis, Paul will meet Jacob Meeyorley, Tigger December 11, at 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 least that’s what the trailers for director Jon Cratchet, Kanga Cratchet, Piggy dim, as an animated film in 1953. It’s an eyewitness * * * * * * * p.m. and Sunday, December 12, at 1:30 Turteltaub’s adventure yam would lead you account of the inventor-patriot’s life as told by n and Owl Fezriwip as rhev help and 4:30 p.m. to bdkve. Nod A mouse, lcaidiug in Di. Franklin's three- The Jewish Community C euta C oncert C h o ir Rabbineezer learn the true meaning of Tickets are $8 for all ages and can be More likely, you’ll have a new query to add cornered hat. of Central New Jersey’s Scotch the holidays. to your list of nagging unknowns. How could : CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 reserved at (908) 276-7611 or at Witty and wise, if memory serves it’s a Plains campus will present a Fam­ Sandi Pells and Mike Marcus, both the filmmakers construct such a convoluted perfect example of historic license put to The senior added, “The teachers www.cdctheatre.org, and are general ily Hanukkah Festival on Sun- j longtime CDC members, direct the plot, pepper it with intricacies galore, land it in legitimate purpose. Much less perfect, mostly are extremely professional and helpful admission. Tickets will also be avail­ the most elaborate of sets ancl still manage to day, December 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. production. Musical director Paul able at the door. because it lacks a genuine, inviting sense of in driving us to prepare for the fu­ leave us just as confused as when we started? whimsy to match its fanciful premise, Na­ Make a Hanukkah present for | Farinella wrote the music and lyrics for The theater is located at 78 Winans Working from a story first penned by Jim someone on your list, taste the ture.” the show. Paul Whelihan wrote the trona/ Treasure’s stretching of the truth gets to Avenue in Cranford, off Centennial Av­ Kouf and written for die screen by Cormac be a bit of a gimmicky nuisance. famous JCC latkes, and see a thrill- Choir newcomer and sophomore book for the show, which was origi­ enue near Exit 136 of the Garden State Wibberley, the director merely taxes all the Illustrating the movie’s sophomoric pen­ ing magic show by area illusionist Chloe Zeitounian added that last year, nally produced at the Forum Theater Parkway. questions, tosses them into a feature-length chant for making far-fetched connections and Brad Ross. It’s $6 for adults and $9 j blender he calls a film, and then simply poses when she was a member of the fresh­ venturing a symbolic meaning at just about for kids. Call (908) 889-8800 ore- i them again. Hence, while our interest in this man chorus, she always admired the every juncture, Ian Howe is British, same as mail [email protected] for more in- j greatest, most profound secret of them all may this country’s original badI guvsguys. He He even cxsalk n q QlT he.W T.i$ Cawt>a;ft CI>aM - ri idgn t t r ptqucfft y -f ^ fe: • formation. The JCC it loawd 11>/1 Iwxnazi I . ------J ihiifei $ sumaJric with one ofKjngo] George’s 1591 M a rtin * A, gttUtug wf die T«iwB tcgtiiua, wii^i we ir generals, our hero, on the other band, bars “In some cases,” she said, “when presented with is a rather typically outlandish ate same last moniker as Colonial General date is December 12. you work hard you might lose your ‘Music in a Sacred Place adventure yam. Gates. Get it, get it? ******* Mixing a little touch of Indiana Jones with love o f something, but that’s not the C R A N F O R D - The Ninth Annual vocal offerings; That’s about all 1 get. No real problem, The annual Christmas Tree ‘Music in a Sacred Place" concert series will just a smattering of that spirit of 1776gives us though. While Ben and his tsvo sidekicks, case with the Concert Choir. You work • March 13, at 4 p.m. - Trinity’s Choir Lighting and Nature Craft Show the character of Beniamin Franklin Gates. goofy technogenius Riley Pode (Justin Banha) kick off with an Advent program by the will mark the Lenten season with choral will be held on Sunday, December hard at it and you only love it more.” Adult Choir of Trinity Episcopal Church And true to form despite all the movie’s and the pulchritudinous Abigail Chase (Diane meditations on the Passion. inconsistencies and far-flung theories, Nicolas 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at ; on Sunday, December 12, at 4 p.m. The • April 10, at 4 p.m. - MarkTrautman of Kruger), recently acquired document expert Cage is somewhat of a saving grace. from the National Archives, proffer hese Watchung Stables. Santa arrives at church is located at North and Forest Av­ New Brunswick will offer an organ redtal. Oh, he’s been much better. But all the enues in Cranford. harebrained associations ad nauseam, you have 1 p.m. to listen to your holiday Queen o fArts • May 1, at 4 p.m. - The Plainfield same, whether passionate for opera and Cher, a choice. Take them seriously and risk being Each performance will be followed by a dreams, the county tree will be lit corm nuEO f r o m p a g e a Girichoir of Grace Church, under the di­ as was his baker in the enchanting Moon­ considered a fool by most of society. Or, reception in Sherlock Hall. A $ 10 donation at 5 p.m., and special gifts will be Don’t forget to leave room in your rection of Domccq Smith, will perform. struck (1987), or gung-ho as the patriot per­ simply subtract all the pretentious gohbledy- is suggested. The series will dose with Trinity’s annual sonified in this mediocre variation on an available for purchase at the craft : tummy for the New Year's Feast, be­ gook they’ve managed to wrap in the Ameri­ show. All items are either made The Evensong presentation is of a can­ Strawberry Festival and Pops Benefit Con­ Easter egg hunt, he remains comfortably cred­ can flag and go with the flow. cause “Season's Greetings" has reci­ tata by Dietrich Buxtehude entided "Re­ cert, celebrating its 10th year, on Sunday, ible. Oxymoronic as it may sound, even his That’s right. J ust look at the pictures. Sec it from natural materials or are na­ pes for Scrambled Eggs with Goat joice, Bdovcd Christians." June 5, at 3 p.m. The concert will be held flimflam man in Matchsdck Men (2003) for die formulaic action flick that it is. Who’s ture-themed. There will also be a Cheese, Rocky Road Cola Bars for The following perfumers are scheduled in Sherlock Hall. Homemade ice cream convinces us that he sincerely believes in what to stop you? It’s a free country. And if Ben variety of entertainment, activi­ he’s doing. He is an engaging presence. the kiddies sitting up, waiting for the during the 2004-2005 season, with con­ and shortcake with fresh strawberries will Gates and company are successful in their ties, and refreshments. The event certs ndd on Sundays: be saved. Thus, although he is completely surrounded mission, we’U stfll have written proof of tt. takes place, rain or shine. There is ball to drop, Puffed Eggnog Pancake by pretend history, Cage’s Ben Gates strikes •January 16, at 4 p.m. - vocalist Richard The non-profit, sdf-supporang concert no admission fee, but bring along for the morning after, and Frozen us as an altruist worth following. Which we Hobson; scries relies on the generosity of its patrons. National Treasure, rated PG. is a Buena somecanned goods or unwrapped do, from due to due, as he and his cohorts Vista Pictures release directed by Jon Oreo Fudge Squares. • February 6, at 4 p.m. - Yale Spizzwinks. toys for donation to area charities For more information, please call the church attempt to unearth the fabled fortune whilst Tuneltaub and stats Nicolas Cage, Diane It’s okay. You can start your diet in the second oldest a cappclla singing group at (908) 276-4047 or visit also keeping the Declaration of Independence Kruger and Sean Bean. Running time: 100 Witch ung Stables is located at 1160 2005. in the nation will entertain with varied wsvw.trinitychurchcianfbrd.com. from failing into evil hands. Summit Lane in Mountainside. A W atchunc C ommunications, Inc. P usucation »nd The Scotch Plain, - Fan wood TIMES Thursday, December 2, 2004 Page 23 Art Reception Slated For Joanna Wezyk WESTFIELD - A solo show lot For more information on Wnyk'i renowned an 1st Joanna Wezyk will be artwork and a full biography, please held at Juxtapose Gallery, located at 58 visit www.joannawexykart.com. WHS Concert Choir Wins Praise Elm Street in Westfield. Over 25 new Juxtapose is a multimedia gallery works will be displayed from Satunlay, December 4, to the end o f die year. Following Veterans Day Ceremony The show, Wexyk’s third By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN at the gallery, will open with He added that WHS Principal Dr. ral Arts Society performances, a con­ SfiwmUy Wrmtn tor TV VTWtoto Irmirr and The Juno an evening reception for Robert Pctix was “very supportive” cert with the New Jersey Youth Sym­ WESTFIELD O n Veteran sDay, guests, critics and media rep­ of the group's participation from “an phony in Princeton two years ago, performances of “The Star Spangled resentatives on December 4 administrative point o f view," and and Mid-Day Musicales concerts ar­ Banner and "The Battle Hymn of from 4 to 7 p.m. that the ensemble even received a ranged by Dr. Barbara Thomson of the Republic” by the Westfield High Providing a portal to times special police escort to attend. the First Congregational Church in School (WHS) Concert Choir past, Wezyk recreates lavish Mathews explained that the WHS Westfield as examples of such ven- amazed members of the community Conceit Choir is comprised of ap­ scents from Polish mansions who gathered for the dedication of and castles, scenes from her proximately 76 students, who are cho­ T m not a big proponent of com- the Korean War Memorial built by own childhood. Her use of sen by audition the year before. .peting _ againstit otnei ier school choirs. I Kevin Dcvancy as part o f his Eagle color, reminiscent of the Director of the WHS Choraleers, never reallytall saw the purposepurposi in that Scout project. French Fauve painters, ex­ Sharon Reynolds, also assists in guid- he said. would rather focus on cites the stillness o f her can­ vas, yet the scenes also con­ vey a sanctity found in the works of Dutch 17th cen­ tury artist Johannes Vermeer. Informally titled “From Krakow to Amsterdam," the show will feature paintings Brownie Dessert inspired by Polish and Dutch No time to baker Fry this brownie* interiors, landscapes and pi idtl i ng-vvhipped cream dessert that florals. can be assembled minutes before it’s During a recent working time to eat it. You’ll need store- holiday in Europe, Wczvk bought brownies, two boxes of pre- visitea the hometowns of COMFORTABLE INTERIOR...This oil painting many artists whose works by Joanna Wexyk is one of mxny pieces displayed »t macle chocolate pudding, canned cherries and whipped cream (either have been influential to her. Juf,,t poLlc1?? llc7 in reception including Vermeer’s “Delft, ” “ hel“ for thc an,,t on Saturday, December 4. ! freshly made or from a can). ( rumble brownies into bite-sized Mondrim’s “Utrecht,” and 4 t0 7 P r­ bits and place them in the bottom of Rembrandt’s “Laden.” offering original art, custom framing, a deep, preferably clear, howl. Spoon The show will reflect inspirations art consultation, appraisal and restora­ pudding over brownies. Add a layer she found there. tion, and unique gifts. The gallery fea­ of cherries and top with whipped Wezyk studied at Krakow Academy tures thc original oils and watercolors cream. Continue layering until you of Fine Arts in Poland, one of the oldest of Wezvk, Elizabeth Estivalet, Don reach the top of the bowl, ending art schools in Europe. She works al­ Hatfield, Dorothy Ganck and with whipped cream on top, gar­ most exclusively in oil, depicting a Emmanuel. Mschdk HrWn le Fcndrvtn for The WatHeld l a d a and TV Timet variety of subjects, including florals, nished with a few of the cherries. In EARLY MORNING RUSH,..Member.hip to the Westfield High School C o n cen K o ir'p ict Limited edition lithographs, scri- ured above, requires very portraits, still lives, and her favorite, graphs, iris graphics and etchings by the event you don’t eat every bit of it morning rehearsal. The sophomores, juniors and seniors who auditioned for membership are led by William Mathews, pier before you serve it, tuck it into the far right, back row, and Sharon Reynolds, pictured beside Mathews to the left. interiors. Bracha Guy, Claude Fauchere, Daniel refrigerator for safekeeping until it s Wezyk has had morethan 100 groups Gerharn, Marilyn Simandoe, Dorothy time to show your guests. 1 his deli­ “We got the invitation to perform ing the concert choir. having the students perform great and solo shows. Until recently, she Fagan, Andre Burrc and Georgio Ferrari cious creation can be made far free if from Kevin about a week before the Currently, these selected sopho­ music the way the composers meant showed her paintings exclusively in are also available. Additionally, Juxta­ you use fat-free brownies, fat-free ceremony,” Choir Director William mores, juniors and seniors are pre­ it to be performed." Soho’s Ambassador Galleries. However, pose is thc area’s exclusive gallery for chocolate pudding made with far- Mathews told The Westfield Leader paring two concerts for December Before early morning rehearsal at now, she is represented by a number of Helen Frank’s whimsical etchings. and Die Scorch Plains-FanwoodTimes. galleries on the East Coast, including free (skim) milk and thawed fat-free during which they will perform WHS on November 22, Emily Juxtapose is open late on Thursday “He came in and asked if he could Vivaldi’s “Gloria.” In the spring, the three in New Jersey. frozen dairy topping. Greenberg, President of the WHS evenings. For more information on the have about two or three of the kids ensemble is slated to perform Her works are also part of the perma­ gallery or the show, please call Juxta­ Concert Choir, told TheLeader/Times perform,” recalled Mathews. “I asked Braham's Liebes Lieder Waltzes. nent collections of both American and pose Gallery Owner Gerri Gildea at him, ‘How about 75?’ “We don’t do a lor of festivals like that the ensemble is “not just a choir Polish museums. (908) 232-3278. It just isn’t Christmas unless f Kevin's m other, Susan, said the other school choirs,” said Mathews. and more than just singing during the bake Christmas cookies. This year, scout was so overwhelmed by the “I prefer to find places they (stu­ first period,” but involves a solid com­ in addition to the traditional sprit/.. offer, which, according to Mathews, dents) can go and sing as parr of a mitment that requires focus and dedi­ chocolate chip, peanut butter and fulfills one of the group’s greatest concert series.” He offered the Cho- cation. Q }ncjnuc(j on Pigc 22 j thumb print cookies. Fm going to missions — community outreach. Queen of Arts | be making cookies that contain a “At Kevin’s request, we also per­ candy surprise inside. formed Amazing Grace,” said Craft Projects. Books, and Patterns Prepare peanut butter or sugar Mathews. At the beginning of the Next Mid-Day Musicales For All the Year Round cookie dough. Roll dough around an year, hesaid,, the singers practice three /—T f /» _ amvtappcd HervKv k‘s> nr other standards: " ~ ~ small piece oi candy, like miniature: ncr," “Ameri• s a fe ! SJkfted for D ec. 8 Cookie Deck the Halls With Snickers bur. Roll until dough com ­ “God Bless America,” while the WESTFIELD— The First Congre­ area. His performances range from clas­ pletely covers the candy. Place two Veteran’s Day version of “The Star gational Church o f Westfield will con­ sical to jazz, commercial to rock. He is inches apart on ungreased cookie Spangled Banner” sprung from three tinue its Mid-Day Musicales concert currently principal clarinetist with the Boughs of Craft, Cook Books sheet and bake at 350 degrees until different arrangements, series with a program by soprano New Jersey State Opera, the Opera at the bottom of the cookie turns golden By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN white and silver. Meredith Hoffmann-7 homson, clari­ Florham, the Colonial Symphony, the Specially Written for The Wotfield Leader and Ihe Times brown. Ifvou haven’t rime to prepare Author Sara Perry begins SAGE and Golden Age netist William Shadel, and pianist Bar­ Westfield Symphony, and the Deep any dough, those prepared rolls of Every Christmas, crafting and cook­ “Christmastime Treats: Recipes and bara Thomson on Wednesday, Decem­ Creek Symphony. cookie dough also wort wdl. Leave a ing go hand in hand - or mitten in Crafts for the Whole Family” Reveal Concert Date ber 8, at noon. He has performed and recorded with few of these out for Santa, and he’s mitten, depending on how cold it is. (Chronicle Books, 1999, $ 14.95) with SUMMIT - SAGE Eldercare and These free, half-hourconcerts present the New York Philharmonic and the sure to leave you something special Chronicle Books has published mul­ a personalized introduction about the the Golden Age Club will present Mu­ professional musicians from the tri­ Metropolitan Opera under the direc­ in your Christmas stocking! tiple titles related to both interests, holidays, as well as tips for cooking sic For All Seasons in concert on Friday, state area and beyond in classical, jazz, tion ofLeonard Bernstein, Pierre Boulez, while scrapbooking company and crafting with kids. December 10, at 11 a.m. at the Summit and world-music performances. Karl Bohm, Eric Leinsdorf and others. Sassafrass Lass has just released a new Perry invites readers to try their Whether you favor tradition or Recreation Center, located at 100 Mor­ All three performers are well-known He has performed with Luciano line of products that hands at crafting modern convenience there are many ris Avenue in Summit. to area audiences. Pavorotti, Placido Domingo, and make archiving holiday ways to add delicious holiday des­ Refreshments will be served and the Hoffrnann-Thomson has appeared Marilyn Horne. decoupage Christmas memories a true joy. balls, a Frosty the serts to vour table. And don’t count program will be open to the public. as Pamina in The Magic Flute with the On Broadway, Shadel has performed In Lou Siebert Snowman snowdome, the calories. Allow you rself to honor Music for All Seasons is a non-profit Stony Hill Players, as Annchen in Der in Merlin, Zorba, Gypsy, Steel Pier, Big Pappas’ “The Christ­ as well as sugar n’ spice the holiday spirit by enjoying sea­ organization, the professional musicians Freischutz and Laetitia in Menotti’s Deal, in Dancin' as an onstage soloist, mas Cookie Deck: 50 coconut snowballs to sonal specialties without worrying of which promote appreciation of mu­ The Old Maid and the 77i/e/with New and appeared in a Viennese production Delicious Holiday munch on while sip­ about your diet. After all, isn’t that sic and its role in healing. For more Jersey Concert Opera, and will appear of West Side Story. He has shared the Confections," which is ping Christmastime whar New Year’s resolutions are for? information, please call Suzanne Lyon with them again inis spring as Adele in stage with Henry Mancini, played and packaged like a deck of Chai or spiced cran­ at (908) 273-5550, extension no. 22. Johan Strauss’s Die Fledermaus. recorded with Glen Campbell, and ac­ cards in a keepsake box, berry-apple cider. Best Other operatic roles include Donna companied Johnny Mathis, Perry I the author details of all, those winter Anna in Don Giovanni in Canada and Como, Marvin Hamlisch, Maureen scrumptious recipes for mornings will be deli­ Germany, and Anne Truclove in The McGovern, Natalie Cole, Rosemary traditional and innova­ cious it you drizzle Auditions Set for Christies Rake's Progress with Opera McGill. Clooney, and Tony Bennett. tive cookies, including some jamberry maple Hoffrnann-Thomson has also ap­ For many years, Shadel has been the Lebkuchen, Embossed syrup on gifts-from- peared as soprano soloist in the Brahms, lead woodwind player at the Garden Macadamia Stars, the-gride-griddle " pancakes. Witness for the Prosecution Mozart, and Faufe Requiems, Orff's State Arts Center. He appeared in a Double Butterscotch- Yummy. Carmina Burana, the Haydn Lord town Hall recital in New York where Pistachio Bars and deli­ WESTFIELD — Director Maurice • Carter, Chief Clerk - 30s or older; “Homemade Nelson Mass, the Rutter Magnificat, The New York Times critic compared cate Norwegian Lace Yummy Christmas cookies from Moran of Westfield Community Play­ • John Mayhew, solicitor — 30s or Christmas: Creative the Vivaldi Gloria, and the Handel his performing to that of Kreisler and Cookies. “The Christmas Cookie Deck. ” ers (WCP), is holding auditions for older; Crafts for Sa-nta’s Messiah. She has performed many re­ Caruso. Each study card is the Agatha Christie murder mystery • Inspector Hearne - 30s or older; Elves” (Chronicle citals in the New York Metropolitan Thomson has concertized extensively covered with brilliant photographs of Witness for the Prosecution. The open • Dr. Wyatt, police surgeon - 30s or Books, 2003, $9.95) features a super­ region and Pennsylvania. in the United States and Europe, and the desserts by Frankie Frankcny, while casting call is for Sunday, December older; unique built-in pouch bursting with Last November, she was the third has been critically acclaimed for her the back of the cards feature the recipe, 12, and Tuesday, December 14, at 7 • Thomas Clegg, Scotland Yard fo­ metallic and decorative papers to use prize winner in the Palm Beach Atlan­ technique, musicianship, and ability to j serving suggestions and p.m. in the WCP Theater at 1000 rensic assistant - 30s or older; in projects such as the tic National Vocal Competition in West communicate. As an organist, she has sometimes a nugget of North Avenue, West, Westfield. • Mysterious Other Woman - recommended festive Palm Beach, Fla., and last February, she performed across the United States and history The show will open at 8 p.m on blonde late tfenc, early 20s; (amity albums, photo received the Young Artists Encour­ in Austria, Germany, Holland, France, No matter what Saturday, March 5, 2005 and con­ • Various jurors, guards and barris­ frames or celebration agement Award” from the New Jersey Italy, and Yugoslavia. hand you're dealt, you'l tinue on Friday and Saturday eve­ ters. invitations. District o f the Metropolitan Opera’s Her performances have included re­ always come out a win­ nings, March II, 12, 18 and 19. Several roles will be doubled. Shiny Bright Star annual National Council Auditions. citals at the Cathedral of Notre Dame ner, especially if you For audition scripts and other infor­ Funding has been made possible in Soaps, one of the nic­ This winter, Hoffrnann-Thomson, a in Paris, the Riverside Church and Trin­ bring these tempting mation, please call Linda Giuditta at part by the New Jersey State Council est projects in this graduate o f Cranfotd High School and ity on Church Wall Street in New York, treats to holiday par­ (908) 232-8934. on the Arts, Department o f State, a book, can be assembled McGill University, will participate in the National Presbyterian Church and ities. The principal cast requirements are: partner agency of the National Endow­ in a decorative tin pail The Sarasota Opera Young Artists’ Ap­ the Kennedy Center in Washington, | “The Christmas • Leonard Vole, the accused - 30s; ment of the Arts, through a grant ad­ and wrapped with a prentice Program in Sarasota, Fla. D.C., the Sacred Heart Cathedral Ba­ Cookie Deck" was pub­ • Romainc Hedger Vole — 30s, a ministered by the Union County Divi­ colorful holiday ribbon Shadel is one o f the leading musi­ silica in Newark, and the Methuen lished by Chronicle foreign woman of “great personality, for ideal gift sion o f Cultural and Heritage Affairs. cians in the New York Metropolitan Memorial Music Hall in Methuen, but very quiet" (German and Cock­ Booksin2004,$13.95. Shiny Bright StarSoap. from Wh.'pupaLrchoHhe Mass. K*tno nir-ba/J H n m r m a n p I h m r m a c 1 ‘ . . . ney accents); ThOfftsOn has been a guest soloist for on a snowy evening • Janet Mackenzie, Scottish house December €oneeffs“Sef ivauonai convention or the Associa­ not induce boredom if you own “52 keeper - 50s or older (must affect Finally, bakers and chefs (new and old) tion of University Composers in Mem­ Christmas Activities” by Lynn Gor­ accent); will find endless ideas in “Season’s Greet­ phis, the Festival Maria Schutz, Aus­ don (Chronicle Books, 2004, $6,95). • Sir Wilfrid Robarts, Queen’s Coun­ ings: Cooking and Entertaining for By Westfield Glee Club tria, and the Evangelische Friedenskirche A whimsical snowman graces the cover cil - 30s or older; I hanksgii ittg. (Yhrmmasand New reary’ in Vienna. She was a finalist in thc of this deck of activities, which in­ • Mr. Meyers, Queen's Council - bv Madent Sorosky, with photography by W E STF IE L D - The Westfield Glee Paul’s sound has been upgraded after prestigious International Congress of cludes instructions for crafting clay 30s or older; Geoffrey Niisen. The book costs $19.95. Club, under the direction of Thomas the church underwent major renova­ Organists’ Organ Playing Competition bells, cookie paint, a mini snowstorm, • Greta, Sir Wilfrid’s typist - 30s or WJiiic it is a little late for Thanksgiv­ Booth, will perform 80th year concerts tions. and has recorded for Spectrum Records, Advent calendar, glitter angel and gra­ older; ing, test these out year-round for next on Saturday, December 4, at 8 p.m. at Voice o f America, Radio Bremen (Ger­ The special artists at each concert ham cracker cottage. year’sfeast: Gingerbread-Yam Pudding, Calvary Lutheran Church in Cranford, many), and Vermont Public Television. are Carol Bayard and Thomas Booth, Scrapbooking company Sassafras Orange-Chutney Glazed Cornish Hens and on Sunday, December 5, at 4 p.m. at Each concert is followed by a soup Drumming Circle with vocal selections and the popu­ Lass has presented The Westfield with White and Wild Rice Stuffing, St. Paul s Episcopal Church in Westfield. and sandwich luncheon available in the lar audience requests played by Leader and The Scotch Plains- Pumpkin-Praline Chose Tan. What George Lachenauer is the piano ac­ church’s social hall for $5. On Tap in Fanwood Booth. Fanwood Times with a generous pack about those leftovers? Try the Thai- companist, while Ken Phillips will add The First Congregational Church is FANWOOD - Thc Internet The public is invited to attend. In­ o f its new Jingle Bell Rock and Teal Inspired Turkey Salad. percussion. located at 125 Elmer Street in Westfield. i Lounge, located at 256 South Av­ terested men, women and student sing­ Appeal line ofarchival products. Pre­ Som etof the book's best Christmas The procession and “Medieval Gloria’ For more information, please call (908) enue in Fanwood, will host a Drum­ ers are invited to speak to a Gleo Club serving Christmas photos and memo­ recipes are Shrimp with Vodka Dip, will begin a varied program of seasonal, 233-2494. ming Circle Night on Sunday, De­ member regarding resumed rehearsals rabilia has never been more festive Oyster Chowder, Chocolate Mousse sacred, popular music and a touch of Funding for these concerts has been cember 12,at7:30p.m.Thcreisno j on Monday, January 17. with the sturdy cardstock, die-cuts, Ice Cream Ball, Cranberry Daiquiris, humor with the arrangements of “PD.Q. made possible in part by the New Jersey cover charge for the event. Tickets for both concerts are avail­ alphabet stickers and transparent Steamed Gingerbread Pudding with Bah." The mak ana female singets will For more information on the ;! able from members and at the door for Sure Council on the Arts, Department Jingles stickers. Everything is retro Creamy Vanilla Sauce, and Roast introduce an arrangement by Booth of of State, a partner agency of the National lounge’s schedule of events, please a $15 donation for adults and $12 for with, , these . folks. . -Jingle Belt Rock in- . Breast o f Turkey with Cranberry- (call (908) 490-1234 or visit “Have Yourself a Merry Li trie Christmas.” students and senior citizens. Endowment for the Arts, through a gram dudes red, burgundy, green, and Teal Gr« n pepp<.rcorn Sauce. www.theinternctlounge.com. While the two church locations are For more information, please call administered by the Union County Di­ Appeal boasts white or rurquo.se, gray. Continued on Page 22 k known for good acoustical quality, St. Dale Juntilla at (908) 232-0673. vision o f Cultural and Heritage Affairs. 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