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BOE Recognizes Outgoing Board Lung Cancer Awareness Flag Raising, Perth Amboy 11/3/18 Members Obdulia Gonzalez & *Photo by Paul W. Wang Milady Tejeda for Their Service 11/15/18 Board of Education Meeting

PERTH AMBOY - The Fourth Annual Lung Cancer Awareness Flag Raising was held in City Hall Circle on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The event was sponsored by the United Messengers of Peace and led by Stephanie Márquez-Villafañe who also personally designed the flag.

Fire at El Boy Restaurant, 454 State St., Perth Amboy 11/18/18 *Photos courtesy of PAFD Facebook PERTH AMBOY - (L to R) Assistant Superintendent Dr. Vivan Ro- driguez, Outgoing Board Member Milady Tejeda, Superintendent Dr. David Roman, Outgoing Board Member Obdulia Gonzalez, As- sistant Superintendent Dr. Richard Chromey *Photo by Katherine Massopust By: Katherine Massopust Outgoing Board Member PERTH AMBOY – The Board Obi Gonzalez stated, “It’s been of Education recognized out- a journey – not a destination. going Board Members Obdulia I’ve gave of myself to the com- Gonzalez and Milady Tejeda. munity. As an educator, when Gonzalez did not seek reelec- we hang up that shingle, what tion and plans to spend more we left behind is an inspira- time with her granddaughter. tion. Nine years is a long time. Board Vice President Milady I’m ready for new adventures. Tejeda will go on to serve on It was difficult, this journey. the Perth Amboy City Council. As it turned out, it was very Superintendent Dr. David hard on the way, sometimes Roman thanked the outgoing with Board Members I agreed Board Members for their ser- and disagreed. It’s sort of a vice to the Community, “These good place to be. I’m excited two outstanding human beings to have Dr. David Roman on have integrity, respect, kindness board. I’ve seen things hap- in many different ways. I want pen. I congratulated Milady. to express my thanks as they go When you see your students on a new journey. I’m a better give back to the community, it educator because of this.” reaches back to you soon. We Outgoing Board Member came before the community Milady Tejeda stated, “When and take sides. I congratulate I started this journey, I neverStephanie Márquez-Villafañe thought there would be an end (who is Board Member-Elect). of it. The Board of Education She has learned so much. I think means so much to me. I’m a -betshe is going to bring to the table ter person because of this. I’ll her youth and will grow. I walk From PAFD Facebook be coming to Board Meetings as into the sunset of a different life. PERTH AMBOY - The Perth Amboy Fire Department responded to a reported explosion at 454 State a spectator. We were trying so I’ve been really busy. It’s been Street at 04:12 on 11/18/18. Units arrived, confirmed that an explosion had occurred and reported a work- hard to move forward. Because a wonderful journey. Ken Puc- ing fire with residents above still exiting. 12 occupants were safely removed. The fire escalated to 4 of you (Dr Roman), your staff, cio has done a wonderful job. alarms and was contained to the building of origin. Two tower ladders and numerous hoselines were used the Administration, everyone I have tremendous respect and to bring the fire under control. Responding units were E-3, E-1, E-4, T-2, C-5, C-1, C-3, C-9, C-2 & C-8. in a child’s life to say I love was for a him as well. I’ve appre- Mutual aid from Keasbey, Hopelawn, South Amboy, Fords, Port Reading, Sayreville, Iselin & Edison part of that. When I came tociated this you all and everyone in assisted on location along with the Middlesex County Fire Marshal’s Office. Middlesex, North Bruns - country, I adopted Perth Amboythis community. They’re worth wick, Colonia & Piscataway covered the city during the incident. The fire is currently under investigation as my City. I hope to continueit.” and crews are still operating awaiting the demolition crew to bring the building down to complete extin- to give support to make things Board Member Anton J. Mas- guishment. There were no civilian injuries and there were three firefighter injuries that were all treated happen. Thank you for this love and released from the hospital. we have here.” *Continued on Page 2 Check www.amboyguardian.com for Updated Election Results 2. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 Perth Amboy Gets New Garbage Truck If It’s Local - It’s Here! *Photo Submitted

PERTH AMBOY - Perth Amboy gets a new Garbage Truck. (LtoR) Councilman Fernando Irizarry, Councilman Fernando Gonzalez, Councilman Helmin Caba, Former B.A. Adam Cruz, Council President William Petrick, Councilman Joel Pabon.

New Elementary School Named 11/15/18 Board of Education Meeting By: Katherine Massopust school (on Seaman Avenue). We of our town and the stories of PERTH AMBOY – The com- had a meeting on August 14th it’s people alive. Rose Lopez mittee to name the new El- and on September 26th. Three was my 4th Grade Principal. She ementary School has come to names were nominated: Austin brought a lot of positive chang- a decision. The committee was Gumbs, Rose M. Lopez, and es to the school district.” headed by Board Member Lis- the Marcus & Rebecca Spring Board Member Obi Gonza- sette Lebron. School. Rose M. Lopez School lez said, “I knew Rose Lopez. The criteria to name the was the final vote. I would Ms. Lopez gave so much to our school was it must be named like to thank all the members community. It’s a wonderful after someone from Perth Am- and thank all who attended the choice.” boy, and the person must be de- meetings.” The Board voted unanimously ceased. Board Member Tashi Vasquez to adopt the name of Rose M. Board Member Lissette Leb- then added, “I thank the com- Lopez to the elementary school ron stated, “The Perth Amboy mittee. You realize all of the on Seaman Avenue and to report Board of Education accepted history (of Perth Amboy). It’sthe naming to the SDA (School applications for naming the new important to keep the history Development Authority).

BOE Recognizes Outgoing Board Members Obdulia Gonzalez & Milady Tejeda for Their Service 11/15/18 Board of Education Meeting a while to call her Obi. When power). Thank you so much for *Continued from Page 1 she started (on the BOE), we all the times we spent together. I went through a lot of bad times. also thank Dr. Richard Chrom- sopust stated, “I want to thank People took potshots at us. A ey and all my colleagues. I wish Milady Tejeda and Obi Gonza- lesser person would pack it in. you the best.” lez. They gave their hearts and You came every Thursday once Board Members Obdulia Gon- their time. God bless you and a month. You still were here.” zalez and Milady Tejeda were thank you.” Puccio continued, “Milady presented with plaques for their Board President Ken Puc- Tejeda - we will miss you. You service on the Board of Educa- cio stated, “I met Ms. Gon- will not be forgotten. We will tion. zalez when I was a Junior inmiss both of you.” There were no presentations. High School. Before I met Ms. Obi Gonzalez then added to No one spoke at either public Gonzalez, I didn’t even know her comments, “I thank Dr. portion. Board Members Junior I had a Guidance Counselor.Vivian Rodriguez. We worked Iglesia and Jesus Martinez were (The Counselor I had the first very2 hard that year (When the not present at the Board Meet- years never showed up.) It tookprevious superintendent was in ing.

Unofficial Election Results

Perth Amboy City Council-At-Large Perth Amboy Board of Education Alana Cueto 2703 - 13% Danielle Brown 2168 - 12% Vincent Makfinsky 2341 - 12% Beth Lieberman 1292 - 7% Joel Pabon Sr. 4672 - 23% Stephanie Marquez- William Petrick 3998 - 20% Villafane 2656 - 14% Anton J. Massopust 2852 - 16% Milady Tejeda 4234 - 21% Isamar Payano 2314 - 13% Marilou Villacis 2237 - 11% Kenneth Puccio 3089 - 17% Damaris Ramirez 2501 - 14% South Amboy Mayor Maria Rodriguez 1446 - 8% Fred Henry 1456 - 53% Peter Pisar 905 - 33% South Amboy Board of Education Brandon Russell 397 - 14% John Dragotta 1108 - 23% David Grasso 615 - 13% South Amboy City Council-At-Large Lynn Kasics 1121 - 23% Mickey Gross 1796 - 49% Thomas Seig 904 - 19% Christine Noble 1878 - 51% Paula Taggart 1110 - 23% November 21, 2018 * The Amboy Guardian .3

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EDITORIAL THE COMMUNITY VOICE

The AR-15 is not restricted Women Who Came Together for the Common Good Constitutional as it is not an “automatic gun”. Reform You can look this up on the In- A recent letter had a list of ternet to learn why it is so popu- complaints about President lar. Its features make it excellent Trump. Trump defeated a Bush for hunting packs of coyotes or for the nomination and a Clin- feral pigs; these are not a prob- ton in the election. This pre- lem in central Jersey. vented a dynastic succession. I recommend a Constitutional That letter was wrong to claim change to prevent a dynasty. Ban the brothers, sisters, spouse Trump didn’t curb use of “AR- 15 automatic guns”. Machine or ex-spouses, sons and daugh- guns have been restricted since ters of any President from be- coming President. the 1934 Firearms Act. Con- gress passes laws, not a Presi- dential decree. Ronald A. Sobieraj We Value Your Opinion Board Member and Council- Stephanie Márquez-Villafañe Board Member Obi Gonzalez woman-Elect Milady Tejeda Send Us a Response!

Congratulations are in order to three Community Leaders Healthcare in Perth Amboy. At the young age of 20, Stephanie Márquez- Provider Villafañe can rightfully take her place as a newly elected Board CPR Class of Education Member. To put it PERTH AMBOY - Hackensack mildly, she has earned her dues. Meridian Health Raritan Bay Stephanie has always voiced her Medical Center-Perth Amboy, opinions because as a student she Nursing Your is providing an American Heart felt it was important to be heard. Association Healthcare Pro- She would constructively chal- Newborn/Baby vider CPR class Wednesday, lenge the Board of Education Talk-Breastfeeding December 5, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 Members when it came to issues p.m. at Raritan Bay, Centennial that she felt would be best for the /Infant Care Class Hall A, 530 New Brunswick students. PERTH AMBOY - Hacken- Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ. This Stephanie was the founder of Stephanie (Rodriguez) Márquez-Villafañe (far left) leads the Unit- sack Meridian Health Raritan class is for health care profes- the United Messengers of Peace. ed Messengers of Peace at their first open meeting at Perth Amboy Bay Medical Center-Perth Am- sionals. Participants will re- From the 11/21/13 issue of High School *File Photo 2013 at 8/15/13 United Messengers of boy, is providing a free Nurs- ceive certification in CPR for the Amboy Guardian: The Mes- Peace Meeting ing Your Newborn/Baby Talk- adults, infants and children and sengers of Peace, a student-run Breastfeeding /Infant Care class learn about ventilation devices, non-profit organization held lady with a old soul. der to outgoing Board of Educa- Tuesday, December 4, 6:00 p.m. automated external defibrilla- their first meeting at Perth- Am When Stephanie spoke at Board tion Member Obdulia (Obi) Gon- to 8:00 p.m. at the Raritan Bay tors and how to clear obstruc- boy High School on Thursday, of Education or City Council zalez who did not seek reelection Medical Center, Centennial tive airway in responsive and August 15. The group consists Meetings, she never held back after serving on the Board for 9 Hall A, 530 New Brunswick unresponsive patients. Cost is of Honors Students who want to her feelings. years. She has chosen to spend Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ. Diaper- $80.00 per person. Registration voice their concerns on the redef- Recently, this past year before more time with her granddaugh- ing, feeding, and sleeping will required, call Mary at 732-324- inition/elimination of the Honors she became an active candidate ter. Obi Gonzalez has served as be taught by a Certified Child5393, email michelle.norek@ programs in the Perth Amboy for the Board of Education, she a calming voice of reason as a Birth Educator. Registration hackensackmeridian.org or call Public School System. The stu- was instrumental in having the Board Member. required, call 1-800-560-9990 1-800-560-9990. Reference zip dents: Rafael Tafur, May Bileye, Council Meetings (because Before she was a Board Mem- and reference zip code 08861. code 08861. Stephanie Rodriguez (President the elevator was not working) ber, Gonzalez was a Guidance and Founder), Rosemary Nivar, moved to facilities that were Counselor at Perth Amboy High Henry Rosado, Haliee Baez, ADA accessible. School which made her a valu- Maternity Tour Maitta Harris and Randy Rivas Stephanie was also fortunate able Member of the Board. Beautiful all spoke. They presented their enough to have a strong mother Milady Tejeda has recently and Family Beginnings: feelings and concerns about how (Nilda Rivera) backing her up. served as Vice-President of the eliminating the Honors Programs Nilda knows that when Stepha- Board of Education. She has Health Accelerated in the early grades and grades 9 th nie wants to go for something, proven to be very popular with & 10th would affect them. there's no stopping her. the students, teachers, and ad- Information CB Prep Class Aside from the United Messen- Even though Stephanie had ministration and has attended PERTH AMBOY - Hackensack gers of Peace, Stephanie went on transferred as an out-of-district many school functions which Open House Meridian Health Raritan Bay to speak about issues involving student to Colonia High School highlighted the students in each PERTH AMBOY - Hackensack Medical Center-Perth Amboy, all the students as a whole, no where she graduated in 2016, she grade level. Meridian Health Raritan Bay is providing a free Beautiful Be- matter what program they were still attended the Perth Amboy As she joins the City Coun- Medical Center-Perth Amboy’s ginnings: Accelerated CB Prep in. Board of Education Meetings. cil, she will become a valuable Check out our Cribs: Maternity class, Wednesday, December At one Board of Education As a Board of Education Mem- bridge between both entities Tour and Family Health infor- 5, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Meeting Stephanie emphasized ber, this is only a natural contin- (the Board of Education and mation open house will be held Raritan Bay Medical Center, academic achievement was just uance of Stephanie's service to City Council). As Milady Tejeda Tuesday, December 11, at 7:00 Centennial Hall A, 530 New as important as athletic achieve- the community. has stated previously, she came p.m. Newly expectant parents Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, ment. I found her to be a young Congratulations are also in or- here as a teenager from the Do- are invited to tour and learn NJ. A certified childbirth edu- minican Republic and made the about the maternity unit’s mod- most of the opportunities that the cator/registered nurse with spe- ern comforts, designed to pro- cial training in labor, delivery United States offered to become vide a calm and relaxing birth- successful. and infant care will facilitate the ing experience. Participants are class. The class is intended for What all three of these women asked to meet in the main lobby have in common is that they wish those who already have children Published by Amboy Guardian LLC of Raritan Bay-Perth Amboy, the best for the students and the and need a refresher or for those P. O. Box 127 • Perth Amboy • New Jersey 08862 530 New Brunswick Ave. Reg- with limited time. Registration community as a whole. That's all istration required, call 1-800- (732) 896-4446 Email - [email protected] that we can ask for. 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Dec. 5 City Council, Business, 6 p.m. LIBERTY BAGEL CAFE...... 326 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. teers must be a Perth Amboy City Hall, N. Broadway. PUBLIC LIBRARY...... 211 FORD AVE. resident. For more information WED. Dec. 19 City Council, Regular, 7 p.m. ROOSEVELT’S DELI ...... 684 KING GEORGE’S RD. please contact 732-442-3430. SUPER DUPER DELI III ...... 650 KING GEORGE’S RD. City Hall, N. Broadway IN HOPELAWN: *Check our website www.amboyguardian.com for updates on KRAUSZER’S...... 683 FLORIDA GROVE RD. Kearny meeting times and places IN LAURENCE HARBOR: HOFFMAN’S DELI ...... 5 LAURENCE PKWY. Cottage Open IN MORGAN: PERTH AMBOY - Come visit SOUTHPINE LIQUORS ...... 467 S. PINE AVE. IN PARLIN: the historic home of Commo- DAD’S ROYAL BAKERY...... 3290 WASHINGTON RD. dore Lawrence Kearny. The IN PERTH AMBOY: Cottage is located at 63 Catalpa 1ST CONSTITUTION BANK ...... 145 FAYETTE ST. ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER ...... 178 BARRACKS ST. Ave, Perth Amboy, and is open ALAMEDA CENTER ...... 303 ELM ST. on Mondays and Thursdays Please Submit Your Events AMBOY CHECK X-CHANGE ...... 321 MAPLE ST. from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and the AMBOY EYE CARE ...... 94 SMITH ST. ANDERL & OAKLEY PC ...... 309 MAPLE ST. last Sunday of the month from to [email protected] ANITA’S CORNER ...... 664 BRACE AVE. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. by appointment. THE BARGE ...... 201 FRONT ST. C-TOWN ...... 272 MAPLE ST. The Kearny Cottage needs your CEDENO’S PHARMACY ...... 400 STATE ST. help. Anyone interested in join- CITY HALL ...... 260 HIGH ST. ing the Kearny Cottage Histori- COPA DE ORO ...... 306 SMITH ST. DUNKIN DONUTS ...... 587 FAYETTE ST. cal Society please contact 732- EASTSIDE DRY CLEANERS ...... 87 SMITH ST. 293-1090. We are on the web! ELIZABETH CORNER ...... 175 HALL AVE. www.KearnyCottage.org FAMILY FOOT CARE ...... 252 SMITH ST. FU LIN ...... 79 SMITH ST. HY TAVERN ...... 386 HIGH ST. Historic Surveyor INVESTOR’S BANK ...... 598 STATE ST. JANKOWSKI COMMUNITY CENTER ...... 1 OLIVE ST. JEWISH RENAISSANCE MEDICAL CENTER ...... 272A HOBART ST. General's Office KIM’S DRY CLEANERS ...... 73 SMITH ST. PERTH AMBOY - The His- LAW OFFICES ...... 708 CARSON AVE. toric Surveyor General's Office, LEE’S MARKET ...... 77 SMITH ST. LUDWIG’S PHARMACY ...... 75 BRACE AVE. which is adjacent to Perth Am- MITRUSKA CHIROPRACTIC ...... 788 CONVERY BLVD. boy City Hall, is now open for PETRA BEST REALTY...... 329 SMITH ST. tours. At one time, this structure PETRICK’S FLOWERS ...... 710 PFEIFFER BLVD. was the meeting place of the POLICE HEADQUARTERS ...... 365 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. PORTUGUESE MANOR ...... 310 ELM ST. East Jersey Board of Propri- PROVIDENT BANK ...... 339 STATE ST. etors & housed their records. PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 196 JEFFERSON ST. Presently the Surveyor Gener- PUERTO RICAN ASSOCIATION ...... 100 FIRST ST. QUICK CHEK ...... 853 CONVERY BLVD. al's Office is displaying artifacts QUICK STOP DELI ...... 814 AMBOY AVE. from the John Watson (1685- QUISQUEYA MARKET ...... 249 MADISON AVE. 1768) archaeological site along QUISQUEYA LUNCHEONETTE ...... 259 MADISON AVE. RARITAN BAY AREA Y.M.C.A...... 365 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. with other items from Perth RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER ...... 530 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. Amboy's rich history. Perth SANTANDER BANK ...... 365 CONVERY BLVD. Amboy history DVDs are also SANTIBANA TRAVEL ...... 362 STATE ST. available. SCIORTINO’S RESTAURANT ...... 473 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. SHOP-RITE ...... 365 CONVERY BLVD. Free tours are available SIPOS BAKERY ...... 365 SMITH ST. Wednesdays, Thursdays & -Fri SUPERIOR DINER...... 464 SMITH ST. days from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 SUPREMO SUPERMARKET ...... 270 KING ST. TORRES MINI MARKET ...... 403 BRUCK AVE. p.m. Clubs, classrooms & TOWN DRUGS & SURGICAL ...... 238 SMITH ST. groups are welcome. Come & WELLS FARGO ...... 214 SMITH ST. view this newly restored build- ZPA ...... 281 GRACE ST. IN SAYREVILLE: ing! BOROUGH HALL ...... 167 MAIN ST. SENIOR CENTER ...... 423 MAIN ST. Proprietary SUNNYSIDE RESTAURANT ...... 111 MAIN ST. IN SEWAREN: PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 546 WEST AVE. House Open SEWAREN CORNER DELI ...... 514 WEST AVE. PERTH AMBOY - The Pro- IN SOUTH AMBOY: prietary House, the last official AMBOY NATIONAL BANK ...... 100 N. BROADWAY BROADWAY BAGELS ...... 105 S. BROADWAY Royal Governor’s residence BROADWAY DINER ...... 126 N. BROADWAY still standing in the original 13 CITY HALL ...... 140 N. BROADWAY colonies, is open every Wednes- COMMUNITY CENTER ...... 200 O’LEARY BLVD. KRAUSZER’S ...... 200 N. BROADWAY day from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., KRAUSZER’S ...... 717 BORDENTOWN AVE. for tea and tours. Tea is served PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 100 HOFFMAN PLAZA SCIORTINO’S HARBOR LIGHTS ...... 132 S. BROADWAY in our atmospheric candle-lit SOUTH AMBOY MEDICAL CENTER...... 540 BORDENTOWN AVE. wine cellar, and includes our de- WELLS FARGO BANK...... 116 N. BROADWAY licious homemade desserts and IN WOODBRIDGE: CITY HALL ...... 1 MAIN ST. assorted teas. A $10 donation, MAIN ST. FARM ...... 107 MAIN ST. $5 for children under 12, covers NEWS & TREATS ...... 99 MAIN ST. both the tea and a mansion. REO DINER ...... 392 AMBOY AVE. ST. JOSEPH’S SENIORS RESIDENCE ...... 1 ST. JOSEPH’S TERR. Although the house is still in the process of being restored, some rooms have been newly decorated. Go back in time and learn about William Franklin Attention! Our Newspaper is available at and other residents of the house. Deadline for Print Ads: It’s a perfect way to spend a Shop-Rite, Perth Amboy at the Courtesy Counter! pleasant afternoon. The gift 7 p.m. Thursday shop is also open. Safety Announcement From Mayor Wilda Diaz Groups are welcome, although Regarding the Recent Incidents in NYC and NJ Office Hours: reservations are required for groups over six people. The We are taking safety precautions in the City of Perth Amboy, em- Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Proprietary House is located at phasize that it is important: 149 Kearny Ave., Perth Amboy, IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!! NJ. Tel. 732-826-5527 E-mail: Report Suspicious Activity - Be Vigilant - STAY ALERT! Thurs. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Do not think that any call or report is too small [email protected]. Fri. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Follow us on our website, www. Don’t allow the actions of a few dictate your quality of life theproprietaryhouse.org and or/ FOR ALL EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 9-1-1 Facebook. FOR ALL NON-EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 732-442-4400 6. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 Lung Cancer Awareness Flag Raising, City Hall Circle & St. Peters Parish House, Perth Amboy 11/3/18 *Photos by Paul W. 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Congratulations Lady Warriors!!! *Photos & Article Submitted by Junior Iglesia

Press Release PERTH AMBOY- Congratulations to our athletes, the Lady Warriors for winning the State of New Jersey Commissioners Cup. This is a highly competitive tournament. 24 teams around New Jersey must play and win every game to be the commissioners cup champion. One game loss and you are out. This is the first time in the history of Perth Amboy a U12 girls team won the State Cup. Congratulations Lady Warriors!!!! You made history!!! Congratulations to the coach Carlos Basurto and all the Lady Warriors parents for supporting our young athletes’ accomplishment! November 21, 2018 * The Amboy Guardian .7

BID's Kick-Off for Small Business Saturday *Photo by Bob Rinklin for the Perth Amboy BID Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) Celebrates Its Grand Opening By: Manuela A. Jimenez, M.A in Educational Leadership PERTH AMBOY—On Friday, October 26, 2018, Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) held a ribbon cutting ceremony, in order to celebrate the school’s inauguration. The event occurred roughly a month after beginning classes; and was widely attended by the commu- nity. MCSCS, is a Kindergarten through 5 Grade school, cur- rently serving students in grades K through 2; and will expand PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Business Improvement one grade level per academic District (BID) held an event for local retailers and companies as year. part of the kick-off for Small Business Saturday®, which occurs This event symbolized the on November 24. Retail Sales Specialist Rocky Romeo (holding achievement of a collabora- Shop Small® sign) encouraged local merchants and businesses to Think Big as they prepare for the holiday shopping season. tive effort, that started in Fall of 2017. To ensure this accom- The BID Directors Jason Conway and Gary Rumpf as well as plishment, a group of devoted BID Executive Director Junel Hutchinson reminded local resi- dents and visitors to make their seasonal purchases at Perth Am- staff members, teachers, and community members, worked boy’s retailers, businesses and restaurants. collectively in order to establish Middlesex County STEM Char- ter School (MCSCS). A school Amboy Bank Draws Winner for Sayreville with the mission to provide rig- orous science, technology, engi- Branch Renovation Sweepstakes neering, and math curricula in a *Photo Submitted by Amboy Bank diverse and nurturing environ- ment to spark students’ interest at early ages in STEM careers. With the goal of improving the quality of education in the City of Perth Amboy, MCSCS’ Chief Education Officer, Dr. Namik Sercan, perceived the school’s ribbon cutting inaugural cer- emony, as the beginning of a reputable educational trajectory in the city of Perth Amboy. Dr. Sercan stated that “ad- dressing the educational needs of the students and parents is the key to the socio-economic growth and wellbeing of our township, Perth Amboy, N.J”. He envisions that MCSCS will be able to emulate the success order to thrive, he said, after ex- ten times unable to find suitable of its sister-school, Central - plaining the school’s mission, prepared candidates in the Unit- SAYREVILLE - Amboy Bank Sayreville branch manager, Bur Jersey College Prep Charter ton Wilkins, congratulates Beth Gavin as the grand prize winner , and curriculum initia- ed States. School (CJCPCS); the recipient of Amboy’s month-long grand opening sweepstakes. Gavin won tives, Dr. Sercan; reassuring the Therefore, she stressed the im- of many academic awards, in- Perth Amboy NJ community portance of having the STEM a 50” VIZIO Smart LED television. The sweepstakes celebrated cluding the 2016 National Blue- - that the school will thrive. Charter school in the City of Amboy’s branch renovation at 412 Washington Road in Sayre Ribbon Award for educational ville. The bank is continuing to welcome new clients with spe- To conclude his speech, Chief Perth Amboy, “this is the only excellence. Education Officer, Dr. -Ser STEM-based school in the area; cial deposit offers. “Middlesex County STEM Founded in 1888, Amboy Bank, a full-service commercial bank can, culminated by gratefully and it will provide the youth Charter School will continue - thanking all of the stakeholders with more opportunities to lead with 23 offices in central New Jersey, prides itself on quality ser to provide students with ex- vice and responsiveness. They have been voted “Best Bank in whom believed and supported in STEM based fields, in the cellence in education through Central Jersey” for the past 20 years in a row. MCSCS’ vision from the - be 21st century,” she said, “and collaboration and support,” in ginning; the honorable Perth know that the children of City Amboy N.J City Mayor Wilda of Perth Amboy is enriching,” Diaz, the MCSCS Board of Mayor Diaz added. Trustees, Perth Amboy City Ad- Furthermore, Mayor Diaz re- ministrators, MCSCS’ business sponded by asserting the youth “Wassail, Wine & Song” at The Proprietary House partners, and the general public that she believes they are the fu- who attended the school’s inau- ture of tomorrow. “That’s why guration. you deserve this educational op- “To know that we are pre- portunity; I like that the school paring out young people start- provides a small student-to ing from kindergarten through teacher ratio; I think that is so grade 5, in the areas of science, important,” she said. technology, engineering, and Mayor, Diaz concluded her math is remarkable,” the honor- speech by encouraging current able City Mayor, Wilda Diaz, MCSCS community members said, in support of MCSCS. to informing other families in Mayor Diaz, said that MC- the community about the school SCS is a great improvement for “you guys need to get the word the community, as many com- out there, for more families to panies in the United States are be able to have access to this PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House, the Royal Governor’s Mansion, will welcome the holiday forced to recruit international great educational opportunity, season with “Wassail, Wine & Song” on Saturday, December 8th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $20 engineers because they are of- in the years to come,” she said. per person, $15 for members. (Adults only - must be at least 21 years old.) Renowned heritage musician, Jim Kurzenberger, will perform seasonal tunes in the colonial brick & stone wine cellar. Tours of the historic mansion, lavishly bedecked for the holidays by the Royal Garden Club and Museum Volunteers, will also be offered. Wassail (spiked punch), Mulled Wine, Hot Cider, Egg Nog & Desserts. Museum Gift Shop. For information contact PROPRIETARY HOUSE ASSOCIATION – Phone: (732) 826-5527; E-mail: WWW.AMBOYGUARDIAN.COM [email protected]; Address: 149 Kearny Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861 8. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 Christmas Cemetery Crosses and Grave Blankets SOUTH AMBOY – The Sa- cred Heart Altar Rosary Society will offer embellished cemetery crosses for purchase during the weekends of November 17th & 18th and November 24th & 25th. The cost is $9 for one cross or $15 for two. Decorated grave blankets for $25 may be ordered at this time. They are by order only. Samples will be on display. Saturday sales and orders will be from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday from Tom's Tax Tips 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of Memorial Hall, 529 Washington Five Annual Tax Essentials Ave., Blankets will be available Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. for pickup in Memorial Hall on The more things change the more they stay the same. This is es- Saturdays. December 1 from 9 pecially true when it comes to reviewing your tax situation. Mark a.m. to 12 noon and 3 p.m. to your calendar to review these essential items each year to ensure 5 p.m. and Sunday, December Sayreville Mayor Kennedy O’Brien’s you are not missing something that could cause tax trouble when 2nd from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. For Quarterly Birthday Breakfast for Seniors more information, call Virginia you file your tax return: *Photos Submitted 1. Required minimum distributions at 732-721-1521. If you are 70½ or older, you may need to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from your retirement accounts. RMDs need Cake Sale to be completed by Dec. 31 every year after you turn the required PERTH AMBOY - St. John's age. Don't forget to make all RMDs because the fines are extreme- Orthodox Church will be hold- ly hefty if you don't - 50 percent of the amount you should have ing their Annual Cake Sale. withdrawn. Cakes are $12 Each and are 2. Your IRS PIN Walnut, Poppyseed, Prune/Le- If you are a victim of IRS identity theft you will be mailed a one- kvar, Apricot, and Raspberry. If time use personal identification number (PIN) as added security. you would like to place an order You can expect to receive your PIN in the mail sometime in De - please call (732) 826-7067 from cember. Save the PIN as it is required to file your Form 1040. If Dec. 3 thru Dec 6, 2018 from you would like to sign up for the PIN program, you can do so on 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please the IRS website. Note that once you are enrolled in the program, call early before the quota is there is no opt out. A PIN will be required for all future filings with filled. Pick will be on Dec. 12 & the IRS. 13 at 404 Division Street, Perth 3. Retirement Contributions Amboy, NJ after 2:00 p.m. You may wish to make some last-minute contributions to quali- fied retirement accounts like an IRA. This can be $5,500 for- tra ditional or Roth IRAs plus an additional $1,000 if you are 50 or Hungarian older. Contributions to traditional IRAs need to happen by April 15, 2019 to be deducted on your 2018 tax return. Home-Made 4. Harvest Gains and Losses Profits and losses on investments have their own tax rates from 0 Nut Rolls Sale percent to as high as 37 percent. Knowing this, make plans to con- WOODBRIDGE – Sponsored duct an annual tax review of investment moves you wish to make. by the Lorantffy Women’s Guild This includes: of the Calvin Hungarian Re- o Understanding investments held longer than one year formed Church, Woodbridge, have lower tax rates as long-term capital gains. NJ. Each individually hand o Trying to net ordinary income tax investment sales rolled. Made with the best in- with long-term investment losses. gredients, each weighing 1lb. o Making full use of the annual $3,000 loss limit 8oz. Available in: English Wal- on investment sales nut, Poppyseed, Prune-Lekvar, Timing matters with investment sales and income taxes, so having Apricot, and Raspberry, Pump- a year-end strategy can help lower your tax bill. kin-Cheese. Price: $17 each. 5. Last-Minute Tax Moves Orders accepted by: Thursday, While your last-minute tax move opportunities may be limited, November 29, 2018. Orders will here are a few ideas worth considering: be available for pick-up at the o Make donations to your favorite charities to maximize Fellowship Hall of the Church. your itemized deductions. 94 N. James St., Woodbridge. o Consider contributions of up to $100,000 Please use Ross Street Entrance. from retirement accounts to qualified charities All orders must be paid in full if you are older than 70½. upon ordering. Please call: Flor- o Make tax efficient withdrawals from ette Pastor 732-636-2868. Pick- retirement accounts if you are over 59½. up date and time: Friday, De- o Delay receipt of income or accelerate cember 14, 2018 from 12 noon expenses if you are a small business. to 4 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall. o Take advantage of the annual $15,000 gift-giving limit. Understanding your current situation and having a plan will make Fresh for a smooth tax filing process and maximize your tax savings. Hungarian Kolbasz Sale WOODBRIDGE - Kolbasz made by the members of the Home for A Hero Calvin Hungarian Reformed Church of Woodbridge, NJ on Homeownership Info Session Friday, December 14, 2018. PERTH AMBOY - The Perth Amboy Housing Authority is Place your orders with Au- looking for a veteran to help realize the dream of homeowner- drey Marciniak, 732-494-1431; ship! To qualify, household income must be at least $35,000 Price: $5.50 per lb. Deadline and cannot exceed these maximums based on the number of for order: Sunday, December 2, people in the household. Interested persons MUST attend one 2018. Orders may be picked up SAYREVILLE - Those who have birthdays during each quarter are of two orientation meetings at 881 Amboy Ave on November on the day of the sale between invited to a birthday breakfast with the Mayor, and the oldest & 28th from 6pm-8pm or December 1st, from 10 a.m-12 p.m. To 12 noon and 4 p.m. Use Ross youngest get to make a wish & blow out the candles on the cake register, please contact Eugenia Hill: (732) 826-3110 ext. 631. Street entrance. If you are - or Today they ranged in age from 62 to 96!! Packets of candy favors Deadline to submit application: December 18, 2018 5:00 pm. dering Nut Rolls, you can also were handed out by John Mooney on behalf of the Riverton Project. Lottery Drawing: January 11, 2019 12:00 p.m. place your order for Kolbasz at Photos above: Party held on November 15th. the same time. November 21, 2018 * The Amboy Guardian .9 Friends of Tribute to Stan Lee Perth Amboy Free Public Library Meeting PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of Perth Amboy Free Public Li- brary are having a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 at 6 p.m. at the Perth Amboy Free Public Library (Children's Li- brary), 196 Jefferson St. Every- one is welcome to attend. For more info, call 732-261-2610. Book Sale PERTH AMBOY - Pick up a book or two ($.50 for paper- Creator of Stan Lee *AP Photo Reed Saxon backs/$1 for hard cover) or se- lect a “bag of books” for a price of only $5. Presently, we are not By: Anton Massopust III a normal life without having accepting donations of books. As everyone has heard, one to use their powers. Ben was Visit us at the Brighton Ave. of the greats has passed away. stuck in a rocky form. What Community Center located at Just like Walt Disney, Jim does one do when one is stuck the corner of Brighton Ave. and Henson, and Fred Rogers, an- like that? That is what Stan Sadowski Pkwy. in Perth Am- other has joined their ranks: Lee wanted to explore. boy. The schedule is as follows: Stan Lee. For those of you After that success, he helped Saturday: Dec. 8th. We will be who don't know his name, he create a modern there from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. is the ambassador to comic medieval knight who uses (weather permitting). For more books: a writer and the cre- gadgetry to fight against info, the e-mail us at friendsofper- ator of Marvel Comics. weapons that he had created. [email protected] Born in New York City, The Mighty , the Book Dealers are welcome. !!!! Stan spent his life with his and Ant-Man, a revamped mother and father and his kid and bring- The Amboy Guardian brother and love to read. He ing them together in a group Book Fair was inspired by many of the called The . And of Gift Guide Issues are Coming Out greats as a young man and he course, his magnum opus: Fundraiser Starting Next Week went to join the Army dur- “The Amazing Spider-Man,” PERTH AMBOY/EDISON - The Friends of the Perth Amboy ing World War II. He was a a character that nobody The Issues Will Be: member of the signal Corps. wanted. The editor told him Free Public Library are teaming Two big things happened to he was crazy and said people up once again with Barnes & 11/28, 12/5, 12/12 & 12/19 him after that: he met his wife are afraid of spiders and you Noble of Menlo Park for a day don’t know anything about of fundraising on Saturday, No- Call for Our Special Rates and then he got involved with th Timely or Atlas Comics. The teenagers. They’re sidekicks. vember 24 from 10am – 6pm. Story times for this event start Deadline is Friday 11/23/18 company eventually became Heroes are perfect. But once at 11:30am and will continue Marvel. again, his loving wife told for the 11/28/18 Issue throughout the day. Student art- Like a lot of other writers, him, “Well, put it on the shelf. work from Perth Amboy schools Call Carolyn 732-896-4446 he worked in comic books. So, there was a book they He was frustrated by just re- were about to cancel called, will be on display. In addition, Friends volunteers will be avail- Katherine 732-261-2610 peating the same stories and “The Amazing Fantasy,” a able to gift wrap your purchases. mostly during this era, popu- twilight zone or O'Henry like A percentage of net sales will lar culture was reserved for book that would have a twist Total Joint go to the Friends of the Perth Always Caring. children. Stan Lee wanted to ending. The great Jack Kirby drew the cover and Steve Amboy Free Public Library. Always Here. Replacement write something a little dif- You must present a valid book ferent, giving superheroes as Ditko supplied the art inside. PERTH AMBOY - The Jew- Education Session Then the legend was born. fair voucher or mention par- ish Renaissance Medical Cen- though they appeared in the ticipation in the book fair at the PERTH AMBOY - The Human modern world. He was about Spider-Man changed every- ter provides primary health and Motion Institute at Hackensack thing - not just comic books register prior to making your preventive services to you and to quit, but his wife said to purchase. Vouchers will be Meridian Health Raritan Bay him, “Why don't you write but for everything else. Mar- your family. We have been an Medical Center-Perth Amboy, vel Heroes made their way available in-store or by contact- active participant in the Perth to your story your way?” ing the Friends at friendsofper- is sponsoring a free Total Joint With that, his editor wanted from comic books to cartoons Amboy Community and offerReplacement Education session [email protected]. If a group of superheroes that to television, even teaching care for infants, children, teens, Friday, December 7, 8:00 a.m. kids to read with the public you cannot make it to the store, adults, and seniors. We strive to were inspired after the Jus- visit BN.COM/bookfairs and to 9:00 a.m., at Raritan Bay, 530 tice League. He came up with television show, “The Electric provide the best services for you New Brunswick Ave. The ses- Company.” enter Bookfair ID 12458741 and at your family and to make his own brand of superheroes checkout. sion is intended for patients who called The Fantastic Four: As most fans sure that every service provid- have been scheduled for joint know, Stan Lee has appeared The objective of Friends of the ed is to your satisfaction. As a Sue, Reed, Johnny, and Ben Perth Amboy Library is to pro- replacement surgery or for those in every Marvel movie since JRMC medical patient, if you're who would like to learn more who were a group of explor- mote the mission and services feeling sick or have an urgent about joint replacement. Regis- ers who wanted to beat the its beginnings. I love the of the Perth Amboy Library scene with him and Tobey (non-life threatening) medi- tration required, call 1-800-560- Russians to the Moon. They - Maguire as he says to Spider- through advocacy as well as calfi problem, we're here to help. came back with Cosmic nancial and programming sup- 9990. powers, so they decided to Man: “One man can make a Make your appt today at (732) port by raising funds through 376-9333 or visit us at 275 Ho- dedicate their lives fighting difference.” Enough said. various fundraisers including First Aid Course We are his children because bart Street. wrongs and helping people book sales which take place PERTH AMBOY - Hacken- he touched every single one with their fantastic powers. throughout the year and the “Weight Loss sack Meridian Health Rari- of us whoever either read a The difference between these Barnes & Noble book fairs. The tan Bay Medical Center-Perth Heroes and what happened comic book or seen one of Friends assist the library and Surgery: Amboy, is holding a First Aid at the time was that the Fan- Marvel’s movies or cartoons. the community through Library course Wednesday, December tastic Four didn't always get So, all I have to say -is: ExPrograms which include author The Facts” 12, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., in WOODBRIDGE - The Center along. Reed, Sue, and Johnny celsior Forever! visits and the Museum Pass Pro- Centennial Hall A, 530 New could walk around and have for Bariatric Surgery at Hack- Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, gram currently available at the ensack Meridian Health Raritan Library. The Friends have do- NJ. Learn basic first aid train- Bay Medical Center is holding ing to manage many medical nated books to the Children’s- li a free seminar “Weight Loss brary and several public and pa- and traumatic injuries. Partici- Surgery: The Facts” Tuesday, pants will practice using gloves, rochial schools in Perth Amboy. December 11, 6:00 p.m., at Barnes & Noble is located bandaging, and using an Epi- Please Submit Your Events to the Medical Pavilion in Wood- nephrine pen (trainer). Cost is at 55 Parsonage Rd. in Edison. bridge, 740 US Highway 1, The Friends of the Perth Amboy $80.00 per person. Registration [email protected] Iselin, NJ. Center for - Bariatrequired, call Mary at 732-324- Free Public Library is a regis- ric Surgery Medical Director tered 501(c)(3) non-profit - or Karl Strom, M.D., will discuss 5393, email michelle.norek@ hackensackmeridian.org, or call At Least 2 Weeks ganization. Visit us at folperth- the benefits of weight loss- sur amboy.com or at our Facebook gery. Registration required, call 1-800-560-9990 and reference zip code 08861. Before Your Event page. 1-800-560-9990. 10. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 Christmas Tea Edison AARP Annual Tree PERTH AMBOY – The Kearny Chapter #3446 will Cottage Christmas Tea will be Lighting and on Sunday, December 2, 2018 Meet November 19 (alternate date in case of snow EDISON - The next meeting Holiday Fire/ - December 16) from 2 p.m. to of the Edison AARP Chapter 4 p.m. at the Kearny Cottage, #3446 will be held on Mon- Rescue Parade 63 Catalpa Ave., Perth Amboy. day, November 19 at 1:00 PM.SOUTH AMBOY – The An- Enjoy holiday music by Dennis at: THE ELKS #2487, 375 Old nual Tree Lighting and Holiday Nanton. A suggested donation Post Road, Edison, NJ. Sub- Fire/Rescue Parade will be on of $5.00 would be appreciated sequent meetings will be held Friday, November 30, at 6 p.m. at special events held at the Cot- the 3rd Monday of each month at the train plaza. Entertain- tage. at 1:00 p.m. Our meetings are ment, Free Refreshments and of lively and interesting. course, Santa! (Rain Date: Sat- November’s meeting will in- urday, December 1, 2018). clude a presentation by the Edi- son Police Department’s Com- Holiday Home munity Service Officer Keith Jackson. Officer Jackson will Decorating give us pointers on what to do if we are caught in an active Contest Law Office of shooter event. SOUTH AMBOY - Enter South During the month of Novem- Amboy’s “Holiday Home ERALIDES E. CABRERA ber, we collect new unwrapped Decorating Contest!” The first- holiday gifts for our veterans place winner wins a $200 prize! Abogado Hoedown Buffet (both men and women) which Contact the Recreation Office: SOUTH AMBOY – The South we will deliver to the Menlo 732-525-5965 for additional Specializing In Amboy Elks, 601 Washington Park Veterans Hospital. Gifts information. All homes must Rd., South Amboy. is having may include sweatpants, sweat- be completely decorated by De- • Immigration a Served Hoedown Buffet shirts,on diabetic socks, deodor- cember 12, 2018. th November 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 ant, body wash and other like We are bilingual and have offices at: p.m. Buffet includes: Chicken, items. Holiday 708 Carson Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 Ribs, Baked Beans, Macaroni & Each month we also ask our Cheese, Corn, Corn Bread Des- members to bring nonperishable Trolley Tour Phone: 732 - 826-5020; Fax: 732-826-6646 SOUTH AMBOY – Have a ert, Coffee & Tea. $15 pp Kids food items which we donate to 1201 E. Grand St., Unit 3A, Elizabeth, NJ 07201 under 8yrs $7. For more info Holly, Jolly Holiday riding in Phone: 908-351-0957; Fax: 908-351-0959 the Food Bank of Middlesex call 732-727-7170. County. Thus far this year we South Amboy’s trolley on a tour of South Amboy featuring Email: [email protected] have collected 2250 pounds of historical sites as well as the food. contest winner and runners up Museum Pass On Monday, December 17th in the “Holiday House Deco- we will be hosting a gala holi- rating Contest.” Tours will be Program day luncheon at the beautiful PERTH AMBOY - The Friends given on Friday, December 14, Pines Manor, 2085 Route 27 of the Perth Amboy Free Pub- 2018 starting at 5:30 p.m. Con- in Edison. Excellent food, mu- lic Library have generously sic, dancing and door prizes tact Jaclyn: 732-525-5965 or provided FREE passes to some will highlight the day. The cost email kellyj@southamboynj. - gov to reserve your seat starting of the area’s most popular mu is $35 for members and $45 on November 14, 2018. Seating seums! Museum passes offer a for guests. For more informa- great way for family and friends tion please visit our website at is very limited. First come, first to experience educational and served. Open to South Amboy cultural fun. WWW.EDISONAARP.ORG. Residents Only. Trolley Rides Picking Up and Returning Pass- /Outdoor events are subject to es: Passes can be picked up at cancellation due to inclement Ring Out 2018 At the the Circulation Desk. Patron NJ Estate Tax weather. must present the library card Sadie Pope Dowdell Library! under whose name the pass Law, Wills, & was reserved. Only Adult pa- Press Release tia, a general term for memory Estate Seminar Stroke Support trons whose cards are in good Press Release SOUTH AMBOY — Winter is loss and other forms of cogni- standing will be able to check Group nearly upon us, and with it the tive decline serious enough to WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP out Museum Passes. Passes are - Please join guest speaker Ken- PERTH AMBOY - Hackensack season for food, festivals, and interfere with daily life. On good for a total of three days Meridian Health Raritan Bay family fun! Round out your Monday, December 10, from neth Vercammen, Managing At- and are NOT renewable. Pass- torney from Kenneth Vercam- Medical Center-Old Bridge and 2018 with a December to re- 6pm to 7:30pm, the Dowdell es can be returned at the Circu- Raritan Bay-Perth Amboy is - will host a workshop on Al- men & Associates, as he presents member at South Amboy’s Sa lation Desk or at the Book Drop - providing stroke support group die Pope Dowdell Library! “Wills, Estate Planning & Pro zheimer’s Residential Options. after hours. bate” at the Woodbridge Main meetings for stroke survivors, As always, the Dowdell is host Attendees will learn more about Late, Lost or Unreturned Pass- Library on November 27 at 7pm! their families, and caregivers to a number of ongoing pro- the process of selecting a new es: There will be a $5 amount This seminar will focus on the Thursday, December 13. At- grams and events! Between De- home for themselves or their late fee each day the pass is past following: tendees have an opportunity cember 1 and 7, stop in to cre- loved one through an overview 1. NJ Estate Tax & NJ Veterans to connect with and learn from ate holiday cards for our armed of care settings and introduction due. The maximum fine will not exceed $25.00. Passes not re- Tax stroke experts as they provide forces. Your heartfelt letters will to key options worth consider- turned within 14 days after the 2. The 2019 changes in Federal guidance to help survivors and be sent to on-duty soldiers de- ing. Registration is required! due date, will be presumed lost Estate and Gift Tax their families maximize their ployed around the globe. And, of course, join us for our and borrowers charged the full 3. Power of Attorneys quality of life and navigate Need help troubleshooting or ‘Tis the Season Community replacement cost. 4. Living Wills survivorship. Meetings will learning to use your computer, Holiday Open House on Mon- 5. Administering the Estate/ Pro- Replacement costs for items include new discussion top- phone, tablet, e-reader, or other day, December 3 from 6pm to bate/Surrogate device? Swing by the library! 8pm! Learn more about the li- are as follows: Lost museum 6. Avoiding unnecessary expens- ics each month, Q&A sessions with experts, and connections Our ongoing Digital Café pro- brary, including our plans for pass: Full cost of the pass. Re- es to available resources. Light the coming year, while enjoy- placement costs vary according Attendees will receive compli- gram offers tech assistance three refreshments will be served and times weekly: Mondays and ing our signature holiday punch to the museum and listed on the mentary brochures. This event is Wednesdays from 12pm to 2pm, and other refreshments. Adults catalog record for each muse- free and open to all. No registra- meetings will be held in English and Thursdays from 6:30pm to can unwind during our “Holiday um. Pass Case: $1 tion is required. and Spanish. The meetings will 8pm. Pampering with Essential Oils” Museum Passes available: Kenneth A. Vercammen is an be held in Suite 101, 2 Hospital As we move from pumpkin session while kids, tweens, and • American Museum of Natu- Edison, Middlesex County, NJ Plaza, Raritan Bay-Old Bridge, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., and spice to ginger spice, add a teens participate in a Make-It- ral History, New York, NY | trial attorney who has published little zest to your life with the Yourself party including craft free admission and 1 free ex- 125 articles in national and New Centennial Hall B, 530 New Jersey publications on business Brunswick Ave., Raritan Bay- Dowdell’s special December and tech activities! We’ll alsohibit or show programs! Cook up something be announcing prize winners for • Grounds for Sculpture, and litigation topics. He often Perth Amboy, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 lectures to trial lawyers of the - our Local Business Photo Con- Hamilton NJ | pass admits 4 p.m. Registration is required, scrumptious at the library’s bi American Bar Association, New monthly Culinary Workshops! test! You don’t want to miss out people call 1-800-560-9990. • Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Jersey State Bar Association and At this month’s adult culinaryon our largest event of the year! Middlesex County Bar Associa- event, unwind from work, Comments, queries, com- Museum, New York, NY | pass admits 6 people tion. Learn more about him @ school, shopping, planning, and pliments? Please visit www. www.njlaws.com. If you would meal prep by decorating holi- dowdell.org, or contact the Sponsored by the Friends of Ads Sell! Perth Amboy Free Public Li- like more information about this day-inspired cocoa peppermint Library at 732-721-6060 or topic, please call 732-634-4450 brary. www.folperthamboy.com Call Carolyn cookies. (Need we even men- [email protected]. The or visit woodbridgelibrary.org tion our festive ambient music?) library is located off ForJohn more information, please The Woodbridge Main Library 732-896-4446 Alzheimer’s disease is the O’Leary Blvd, adjacent to Southcall the Perth Amboy Free Pub- is located at 1 George Frederick most common cause of demen- Amboy Middle High School. lic Library: 732-826-2600. Plaza, Woodbridge, NJ. November 21, 2018 * The Amboy Guardian .11 HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!! Thanksgiving Renovation House PERTH AMBOY – Thursday, Nov. 22: Senior Citizens 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; General Pub- lic 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Alexander Jankowski Community Center, 1 Olive St. Holiday Stroll WOODBRIDGE – In Celebra- tion of Small Business Satur- day, Holiday Stroll on Main Street – Lighting Up Wood- bridge with Mayor John E. Mc- Cormac. View Merchants Holi- day Window Decorations on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Attractions include: Family Friendly Entertain- ment – Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Holiday Carolers, DJ, Special Performances, Crafters, Vendors, and a Visit from Santa Claus! A Night Out – Special Menus from participating res- taurants during the Holiday Stroll. Giveaways! Prizes! Stop by for a Free Entry. Please bring a donation of canned foods and new toys to those in need! Sponsored by the Woodbridge Recreation Department. 12. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 This Week in World War II A.C. Bus Trip Pets of the Week San Salvador Seniors 75 Years Ago PERTH AMBOY - The San Sal- vador Seniors are sponsoring a bus trip to Caesar’s Casino in By: Phil Kohn. Dedicated to the memory of his father, GM3 AC on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018. Walter Kohn, U.S. Navy Armed Guard, USNR, and all men and Bus leaves 12 Noon from the women who have answered the country’s call in time of need. Perth Amboy Knights of Co- Phil can be contacted at [email protected]. lumbus, High Street, Perth Am- On the Eastern Front, German troops retake Zhytomyr, in west- boy. Cost 30 pp. Receive $30 ern Ukraine, on November 19, 1943, as Soviet forces withdraw. back in slot dollars. For more In the Gilbert Islands, carrier aircraft from U.S. Navy Task Force info call Joe at 732-826-0819. 50, commanded by Adm. Charles Pownall, conduct raids over Mili, Tarawa, Makin and Nauru islands, as a prelude to land- Sands Casino ings there. In all, four carrier groups — comprising 11 aircraft carriers, 5 battleships and 6 cruisers, as well as destroyers and Bus Trip submarines — are involved in the action. Holy Rosary “Operation Galvanic” — attacks on the Tarawa and Makin Atolls, in the Gilbert Islands, on October 20 — marks the begin- Seniors Sully Brownie HOPELAWN – Holy Rosary - ning of U.S. Navy Adm. Chester Nimitz’s drive through the Cen Seniors is sponsoring a bus trip tral Pacific. 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In Germany, the RAF gives Berlin its worst pound- ing so far, with more than 2,300 tons of bombs dropped on the city in less than 30 minutes. In Lebanon, the French High Com- Tommy Manchitas missioner orders the release from prison of the nation’s presi- dent, prime minister and cabinet members, all of whom had been jailed earlier in the month. The action ends the French Mandate A.C. Bus Trip These kittens were fixed as part of a TNR program thanks to Whis- and marks Lebanon’s independence. kers Rescue. They're so frisky, playful, curious, and lovable. Sully, Tarawa and Makin Atolls are cleared of Japanese defenders and St. John Paul II Brownie, Tommy, and Manchitas are looking for a home of their secured by American forces on November 23. Back in the U.S., own. Please ADOPT a kitty. 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Bus will depart from to adopt or for more info. ordnance dropped on it in 1943 alone. behind St. Stephens Church Japanese submarine I-175 torpedoes and sinks the American parking lot on Mechanic Street escort carrier USS Liscome Bay off Makin Atoll on November at 9:30 a.m. Call Bobbi to re- 24, claiming the lives of 54 officers and 648 enlisted men of the serve a seat: 732-636-2867. ship’s complement of 916. Among the dead is Cook Third Class Have a Special Pet? Doris “Dorie” Miller, the first African-American awarded the Navajo Navy Cross (for gallantry during the attack on Pearl Harbor in E-mail us your Pet Photos to AmboyGuardian@ 1941). The U.S. Navy Department announces that very few Jap- Code Talkers gmail.com with Pet of the Week in the Subject anese are left alive in the Gilbert Islands. On Tarawa, only 100 Press Release 10/12/18 line and explain why your pet is special. Please Japanese have been taken prisoner out of a garrison of 4,836. Of WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP - the 100, only 17 are soldiers. On Papua-New Guinea, Sattelberg The Woodbridge Main Library include Name and Phone# for verification. falls to the 9th Australian Division. Berlin is reported as a “sea presents Navajo Code Talkers, of flames” this morning from bombings, with casualty estimates hosted by former US Marine Roast Beef put at between 8,000 and 10,000 killed. officer and Vietnam combat- vet ESL Literacy Rangoon, Burma, is bombed by American heavy bombers on eran, Don Buzney on Tuesday, Registration Dinner November 25. U.S. aircraft operating from bases in China raid November 20, 2018 at 7 PM. SOUTH AMBOY – There will Don will explore the critical targets on Japanese-held Formosa. A destroyer action off Cape Fall 2018 be a Roast Beef Dinner at the role a thousand-year-old lan- South Amboy Elks #784, 601 St. George, New Ireland — to the northwest of Bougainville — guage played in winning the Press Release 8/16/18 results in the Japanese being routed, losing three destroyers out WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP - Washington Ave. on Friday, war in the Pacific, during World th of five. The action also brings an end to the “Tokyo Express,” as English as a Second Language Dec. 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 War II. Don will trace the- ori p.m. Menu includes: Sliced Japanese night-time resupply missions had come to be known. gin of their language, its spe- (ESL) conversation groups and beginning instruction will be of- Roast Beef, Mashed Potato, cific use during the war, and thefered at all Woodbridge Town- Green Beans, Tossed Salad, way in which the coded mes- ship Libraries from September Dessert, Coffee, and Tea. Cost: sages were transmitted without - $12pp; kids 5-7yrs - $7. All pro- ever being detected by enemy 2018 through May 2019. In struction and ESL Conversation ceeds to will benefit the Peer soldiers. SkillUp Middlesex Group leaders will be provided Leadership Program. Don is the creator and host in partnership with LiteracyNJ, MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County offering over 4,500 Courses of “The Veterans Corner,” a (https://literacynj.org/), a state- Movies @ Main Through Free Online Learning Platform. 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Bonus: public awareness of veteran is- Main Library. Also available November to December. Titles - Visit the Industry Certification page to choose from 130+ Certifica sues. Don is also a former crew to English language learners in include Ocean's 8, American tions (Exam Fee May Apply) member of the SS United States Register Today at www.middlesexcountynj.gov will be Beginning ESL group Hustle, and Going in Style to and worked for the Navajo Na- instruction at the Fords Branch name a few. Free popcorn and • Free of Charge tion in New Mexico, where he • Manage your own online training Library. light refreshments are served at • Flexible, self-paced learning of essential workplace skills has had many interactions with For more information about each showing. Friday Novem- • Courses to train for industry-recognized certifications the Navajo Code Talkers. ESL classes at Woodbridge ber 30 December 7, 14, 21 @ • Pass courses with 80% or higher to earn a completion certification The Woodbridge Main Library Public Libraries, LiteracyNJ 2 p.m. The Woodbridge Main • Download and print your completion certificates is located at 1 George Freder- or classes offered in theLibrary area, is located at 1 George • Certifications for your resume that provide new interview talking ick Plaza, Woodbridge, NJ. For please contact Melissa Bernstein Frederick Plaza, Woodbridge, points more information please call of LiteracyNJ, 732-906-5456, NJ. For more information please • Professional development 732-634-4450 [email protected]. call 732-634-4450. November 21, 2018 * The Amboy Guardian .13

Novena to St. Rita Prayer to St. Jude Novena to St. Jude

O holy protectress of those who To be said when problems arise Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, Senior Scene art in greatest need, thou who or when one seems to be de- faithful servant and friend of shineth as a star of hope in the prived of all visible help, or for Jesus, the Church honors and midst of darkness, blessed Saint cases almost despaired of. invokes you universally, as Rita, bright mirror of God's Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, the patron of difficult cases, Happenings grace, in patience and fortitude faithful servant and friend of Je- of things almost despaired of, Perth Amboy thou art a model of all the states sus, the name of the traitor who Pray for me, I am so helpless in life. I unite my will with the delivered our beloved Father and alone. Intercede with God TUES. Nov. 20 Market Square Seniors, 1 p.m., will of God through the merits into the hands of His enemies for me that He bring visible Presbyterian Center, Market St. of my Savior Jesus Christ, and has caused you to be forgotten and speedy help where help • Good Shepherd Tuesday Seniors (HS) 12:30 p.m. in particular through his patient by many, but the Church honors is almost despaired of. Come Msgr. Gambino Hall, Florida Grove Rd. wearing of the crown of thorns, and invokes you universally, as to my assistance in this great WED. Nov. 21 Good Shepherd Wednesday Seniors, 12:30 p.m., which with tender devotion the patron and invokes you uni- need that I may receive the Msgr. Gambino Hall , Florida Grove Rd. thou didst daily contemplate. versally, as the patron of hope- consolation and help of heav- • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. Through the merits of the holy less cases, of things almost de- en in all my necessities, tribu- • Holy Trinity Seniors, 1 p.m., Virgin Mary and thine own spaired of. Pray for me, I am lations, and sufferings, par- Church Hall, Lawrie & Johnstone St. graces and virtues, I ask theeso tohelpless and alone. Make ticularly - (make your request THURS. Nov. 22 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., obtain my earnest petition, pro- use I implore you, of that - parhere) - and that I may praise Family Life Center, Madison Ave. vided it be for the greater glory ticular privilege given to you, God with you and all the saints MON. Nov. 23 St. James Golden Girls, 10 a.m., of God and my own sanctifica- to bring visible and speedy help forever. I promise, Oh Blessed Fellowship Hall, Commerce St. tion. Guide and purify my in- where help is almost despaired St. Jude, to be ever mindful TUES. Nov. 27 Market Square Seniors, 1 p.m., tention, O holy protectress and of. Come to my assistance in of this great favor granted me Presbyterian Center, Market St. advocate, so that I may obtain this great need that I may - re by God and to always honor • Good Shepherd Tuesday Seniors (HS) 12:30 p.m. the pardon of all my sins and ceive the consolation and help you as my special and pow- Msgr. Gambino Hall, Florida Grove Rd. the grace to persevere daily, as of heaven in all my necessi- erful patron, and to gratefully WED. Nov. 28 Good Shepherd Wednesday Seniors, 12:30 p.m. thou didst in walking with cour- ties, tribulations and sufferings,encourage devotion to you. Msgr. Gambino Hall , Florida Grove Rd. particularly (Here make your Amen. G.S. age, generosity, and fidelity • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. down the path of life. (Mention request) and that I may praise THURS. Nov. 29 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., God with you and all the elect your request.) Family Life Center, Madison Ave. Saint Rita, advocate of the im- forever. I promise, O blessed possible, pray for us. St. Jude, to be ever mindful of Salvation Army South Amboy Saint Rita, advocate of the help- this great favor, to always honor MON. Nov. 26 Sacred Heart Seniors, 12 Noon less, pray for us. you as my special and power- Christmas Memorial Hall, Wash Ave. Recite the Our Father, Hail ful patron, and to gratefully en- WED. Dec. 5 South Amboy Seniors, 12 Noon, Mary, and Glory Be three times courage devotion to you. Amen. Kettle Bell Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave. each. K.M. & C.M. Thank you, Saint Jude G.S. Ringers Needed MON. Dec. 10 St. Mary’s Seniors, 12 Noon, PERTH AMBOY – Salvation Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave. Army Christmas Kettle Bell Ringers are needed. Full time seasonal job; $9.00 per hour, 5 days per week (Tuesday thru Attn: If Your Club changes its Saturday) from 11 a.m. to 7 Schedule due to the Holidays or if you have p.m. from November 23, 2018 thru December 24, 2018. Need Community Events to Submit Answers to have Social Security and Please give us two weeks advanced notice! State ID. The Salvation Army From Puzzle of Perth Amboy is located at 732-896-4446 or 732-261-2610 On Page 15 433 State St. For more info con- [email protected] tact: 732-826-7040.

LOOKING BACK

Stories From Perth Amboy PERTH AMBOY - Stories From Perth Amboy by Katherine PERTH AMBOY - Children's Play circa 1950's. Massopust is available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front *Photo Courtesy of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library St., Perth Amboy or in Fertig’s Uniform Store, 195 New This photo was restored under a grant from the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy For more info call Katherine to the Kearny Cottage Historical Association. at 732-261-2610 or call the Barge at 732-442-3000 - or Fer- tig’s at 732-442-1079 - A Great Gift! Get it now along with Then & Now: Perth Amboy! 14. The Amboy Guardian * November 21, 2018 SERVICE DIRECTORY Call Carolyn @ 732-896-4446 Tell Our Advertisers

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PERTH AMBOY - NOT A BAR, the Building up until re- PERTH AMBOY - Historic Corner building on a busy intersec- EDISON - Rte. 1 South to Woodbridge Ave towards cently was used as a bar/lounge, the building is now vacant, tion, building includes a Restaurant on the 1st level, and two 3 Highland Park left on Fox Road 1 Bedroom plus extra located in the downtown business district, many different bedroom aparts, total of 3 units, there is also another room with room, 1st Floor, centrally located to downtown Highland two rooms separate from the apartments that is similar in size to possible business ideas! please bring your imagination, plen- Park and New Brunswick, commuter train and theatre ty of paid parking across the street, Trendy area with heavy a small studio, however it is not a legal studio, owner uses the nd district. Close to all major highways, Rutgers University foot and vehicle traffic.$359,900 space as storage, along with many closets on the 2 floor, 5 park- ing spots, sold as is. Buyer must conduct their own due diligence and hospitals. Association fees include heat, taxes, water, on use of property, current use is a Latin Restaurant with 1 soda sewer, ground maintenance and pool. Sold As-Is Condi- refrigerator, 1 double oven, 1 commercial grade refrigerator, 2 tion. $68,000 fryers, 1 grill, mobile warmer for catering, 2 freezers, dishwash- er, slicing machine, triple sinks, 2 separate men's and women's bathroom, full bar, area with stools along with multiple tables and chairs, come see the property and let your future dreams become a reality with your own restaurant! Showing starts April 2nd 2018, both apartment unit rent for $1400 each, total. $2800 monthly plus whatever you decide to rent out the restaurant for or keep it yourself and run your own business! $479,900

PERTH AMBOY - STUDIO APT. NICE UNIT W/15FT. CEILINGS. CUSTOM BUILT LIBRARY STYLE WOOD WALL UNIT WITH ROLLING LADDER. TONS OF STORAGE(ATTIC) WITH A FEW CLOSETS.$89,900 PERTH AMBOY - Commuters dream. Massive town- home, with some water views. Courtyard entrance, 2 parking spots in the underground garage. 3 levels, 3 bed- rooms, 3 bathrooms!!! A must see!!! $249,900

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