New Track and Field at Kehler Stadium Approved by 75 Votes; Low Turnout

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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, December 16, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 115th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 16-115 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS New Track and Field at Kehler Stadium Approved by 75 Votes; Low Turnout

By ED COONEY Specially Written for The Westfield Leader DECEMBER 14 BOE SPECIAL BALLOT QUESTION: “The Board of Education of the Town of Westfield A bond referendum proposed by the in the County of Union, New Jersey is authorized (a) to construct improvements to the track and field at Gary Westfield Board of Education to fund Kehler Stadium, including site work; (b) to appropriate therefore $1,381,839; and (c) to issue bonds of the School the construction of a new artificial turf District to finance the project in the principal amount of $1,381,839. This project is not eligible for State support field at Kehler Stadium passed by a under the Educational Facilities Construction and Financing Act.” narrow margin of 75 votes in a vote Ward 1 W1-% Ward 2 W2-% Ward 3 W3-% Ward 4 W4-% Total Total-% held this Tuesday. Yes 416 62% 309 54% 278 44% 337 47% 1371 51% The final vote tally was 1,371 for No 258 38% 263 46% 358 56% 377 53% 1296 49% and 1,298 against the new field. The 674 572 636 714 2667 bond referendum also includes the replacement of the old running track at Total Voters: 2667 13% Turnout Kehler. Registered Voters: 20442 Includes Absentee Ballots: 31 Yes; 40 No Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader The cost of the field and track work THE FIRST “CheeBURGER”…At the pre-opening invitation of CheeBurger- is approximately $1.38 million, which also be offset by pledges from the that we can go forward with the the process of finding a contractor to Cheeburger on December 2, adjacent to the north side train station in Westfield, will be paid off over the 10-year life of Westfield Soccer Association, the project.” He remarked that the num- perform the construction approved waitress Lisa Baumgartner serves what may be the first burgers of the new the bond. WHS Boys’ Lacrosse team, Friends of ber of votes against the referendum under the bond referendum. A time- business to Pat Lipson, Marj Scariati, Karin Williams and Joanna Ryan. The average Westfield homeowner Girls Lacrosse, the local PAL league, was “about what we’d expected,” but table currently in place calls for con- will pay around $18 a year towards the and Friends of Westfield Track. that he was disappointed with “the struction to take place during the sum- bond. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Wil- extremely low turnout” among voters mer of 2005, with the new facilities The cost of the field and track will liam Foley said, “We’re very pleased supporting the project. being ready for usage for the fall sports Clock to Be Installed The school district will now begin season. Town Council Approves On Mountain Ave. Prospect Street Project In Mountainside By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL any additional money exceeding Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the cost of the clock would be do- Proposed by James Ward It was unanimously decided at nated to the borough’s rescue squad. Tuesday evening’s Mountainside According to the mayor, a letter By LAUREN S. PASS and sexual activity. Borough Council meeting that a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader showing details of the clock and the Mr. Rickert also said that a woman $1,000 deposit for a street clock to donation plates will be sent to all Developer James Ward got a green in her 30s, dressed in leather, has be erected in front of light Tuesday for his Prospect Street Mountainside resi- been seen hiding behind construction Valley National Bank dents. age restricted luxury condominium equipment with teenagers, and is as- on Mountain Avenue project when the Westfield Town In other business, the sumed to be a drug dealer. would be sent before mayor noted that be- Council voted unanimously to change He also said that because the houses’ the first of the year. the zoning in the area. cause of the major in- mail boxes are on the curb, if cars are According to Mayor creases given to the li- The property, which once housed parked in front of them, the post office Robert Viglianti, the Statistical Research, was zoned as a brary in the past two has the right not to deliver the mail. bank is donating the years mandated by the part of the Central Business District He asked that either a permanent po- land to erect the clock, (CBD), which disallowed residential state of New Jersey, the lice presence be on his street or that all of as well as $5,000 to governing body has units on the first floor. the no parking restrictions in the area be help finance the Three residents spoke in favor of decided to charge the removed so that his is not the only street $35,000 cost of the library for all Depart- the project, with Prospect Street resi- that has to deal with these problems. clock itself. dent Mary Greene calling it “respon- Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader ment of Public Works Mayor Gregory McDermott said FREE PARKING...Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Director Allison The mayor showed work that is done at the sible development,” and saying it was that while he empathized with Mr. O’Hara, Parking Director John Morgan and Downtown Westfield Corporation pictures of the clock to “perfect for Prospect Street.” library, and that the li- Rickert’s concerns, the council needs Director Sherry Cronin championed the cause of getting the Westfield Town those in attendance and brary must now pay for Mr. Ward told The Westfield Leader Council to bag parking meters through Christmas. Starbucks generously bagged to speak with the Board of Education noted the clock looks its own insurance that his next step will be applying for CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 100 meters on December 14. very similar to one in policy and other bills a demolition permit, adding he hopes Fanwood. He stated, to break ground in the spring. CLOCK...Mountainside previously taken care however, that will be getting a town of by the municipality. The council also passed an ordi- Adjustment Bd. Concerned About Mountainside’s clock clock on Mountain nance that prohibits loud noises from The mayor stated will have no chimes. Avenue similar to the that because of a for- mechanical equipment being oper- The mayor also clock in Fanwood. ated between certain hours, unless it mula mandated by the Developers Leaving Extra Space stated that this particu- state, the library must be given an is an emergency. lar clock can be found in Mount During the public portion of the increase of $60,000 in next year’s By DAVID GIALANELLA in new homes and encouraging resi- they could legally furnish a portion of Joy Pa. (between Elizabethtown budget. Last year, because of the meeting, Codding Road resident Andy Specially Written for The Westfield Leader dents returning to the board seeking the attic, but Mr. and Mrs. Francis main- and Lancaster). same formula, the library had a Rickert appealed to the council once Several lively discussions took place variances to convert it into livable space, tained that they would prefer to go The mayor said that he recently again for its help with Westfield High $49,000 increase. The mayor noted at Monday night’s meeting of the which exceeds the allowable amount. through with their plans as proposed visited the town and took pictures that the library did not ask for this School students parking on his street. Westfield Board of Adjustment. One Susan and Paul Francis appeared and withdrew their application. of its clock. He passed out several As he did several months ago, Mr. money and that he did not want to in particular dealt with what several before the board requesting a vari- Jonathan Littman of 825 New En- pictures, including the donation see this mandated increase “passed Rickert cited rude and lewd behavior board members said was a serious new ance that would allow them to finish gland Drive appeared before the board plates on the stem and base of the of the students; reckless behavior, “car on to the taxpayer.” issue in residential development. existing space in the attic of their requesting relief from several Land clock. The mayor noted that there Mayor Viglianti stated, “next year surfing” (when one person stands on The board raised concerns that de- home at 224 Brightwood Avenue. Use Ordinances that do not allow for were spaces for four $2,000 dona- the hood of the car while it’s moving) we will see this again, as velopers are leaving unfinished space The current ordinance requires that a proposed addition. The addition tions, of which two are already Mountainside is building $30 mil- only 3,600 square feet of the home’s would leave only 10 feet of space earmarked for Valley National Bank lion in new homes.” floor space be “habitable” (or “finished”). between the house and side property and the mayor and members of the Councilman Glenn Mortimer, BOE Mtg. to Appear The Francises’ proposed renovations line, where a distance of 15 feet is governing body. who is the council representative would exceed that limit by 298 square required. Mr. Littman claimed that Council members decided that for the library, stated that the li- feet. two other houses on the block already the four $2,000 plates would be brary was ready to pay for its $8,329 On Ch. 35; Odor Issue The home was built less than three have only 10-foot side yards. housed on the lower portion of the insurance bill and is creating a years ago, and a variance was never He added that he would use added stem and that above that, approxi- “sinking fund” to pay for all main- granted before construction of the attic space for storage instead of a mately a dozen or so $1,500 plates tenance to the library. He stated new house. new bedroom, which he believed would be available to businesses even with these new changes, the And CSA Discussed However, board member William would “please the board.” having close ties to the borough. money given to the library far ex- Heinbokel alleged that many builders However, board members explained In addition, space is also avail- ceeds the new bills the library will By BETSEY BURGDORF and seven parents. They have held are now constructing homes that leave that in previous meetings, the issue was able on the base of the clock, which be paying for. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader two meetings to date. Interim School space for renovations, in order that not the use of the space, but rather its could be split into four $1,500 do- In other business, two second The Tuesday night meeting of the Administrator Walter Rusak formed homeowners seek variances a few mass. Chairman Vincent Wilt said, nations, or designated for just one readings of ordinances will be held Mountainside Board of Education the committee “in order to get the years after construction. He said that “changing the bedroom to attic storage business at $6,000. It was also stated at next week’s regularly scheduled (BOE), held for the first time in the information out,” and bridge the in- he was concerned about “encouraging doesn’t change anything.” that $250 plates would be available meeting. Media Center at Beechwood School formation gap with the community. other builders” to do the same by grant- Both Mr. Littman and board mem- to residents wishing to donate to One will restrict signs and advertis- was videotaped and will air on Chan- Richard Worst, a parent as well as a ing the variance. ber Mr. Heinbokel agreed that the the project. The mayor noted that CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 nel 35. member of the committee, took the po- Board member Lori Duffy agreed, application process can be “frustrat- Board member John Perrin announced dium to praise the BOE, stating, “It is saying, “I’m really concerned about ing.” that LEW Corporation, an environmen- good to see things are moving forward.” the precedent we’ll be setting.” Lisa Riggs of 533 Birch Avenue tal testing company, explored the four Richard Barre, an independent au- Board members suggested finishing addressed the board, seeking permis- On-Street Parking Is Free classrooms and the roof in order to deter- ditor with Barre and Company, CPAs, the basement, and informed them that CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 mine the source of an odor plaguing the announced that the ending fund bal- school since last spring. ance was $1,832,367. An excess sur- In WF Through Christmas The ongoing investigation, which re- plus of $719,700, due to the additional cently led to the discovery of 58 feet of WESTFIELD –Beginning this In addition, free trolley service, spon- money collected from the dissolution week, the on-street meters in down- wet insulation on the roof of Beechwood fund, was included in that total. sored by the Downtown Westfield School, prompted the BOE to hire an town Westfield will be bagged. Meters Corporation (DWC), will pick up Board member Pat Knodel ques- were to be bagged yesterday, Wednes- environmental testing company to fur- tioned Mr. Vizzuso as to whether or passengers in the South Avenue train ther explore the source of the odor. day, December 15, and remain cov- station lot on Saturday, December not all the districts owing ered until Sunday, December 26, for LEW toured the classrooms and Mountainside money from the disso- 18, and Sunday, December 19, from the roof on December 4, and accord- 10 days of free, two-hour parking, noon until 3 p.m. lution fund have paid. Mr. Vizzuso courtesy of the Town of Westfield. ing to Business Administrator Paul reported that Springfield has not yet Parking in municipal permit lots is Vizzuso, “The report should be out Paying the meter fees in the lots, free every Saturday and parking any- made its payment but “the Spring- however, will still be required. by December 17.” field business administrator says the where in town is always free on Sunday. Mr. Perrin said, “The report will be “We hope the provision of free For a more complete listing of money should be coming shortly.” parking downtown during this holi- a validation of everything the district Mr. Vizzuso was praised by the BOE holiday activities in Westfield, please has done.” day season will encourage people to contact the DWC at (908) 789-9444, for his service to the board for the past come and enjoy the fabulous shop- Members of the BOE met yester- two years. Mr. Perrin stated that prior www.WestfieldToday.com or the day with Paul Otto, of Paul Otto Con- ping, entertainment and festive holi- Westfield Area Chamber of Com- to Mr. Vizzuso taking over the position day atmosphere in Westfield,” stated struction, to discuss why the insula- of board administrator, approximately merce, (908) 233-3021, tion on the roof failed. Until a deter- Mayor Gregory McDermott. www.WestfieldChamber.com. 26 budget items were in need of atten- Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader mination is made as to why it failed, tion. According to Mr. Barre’s report, READY TO ROLL...A trolley stands ready last Sunday morning in Westfield. no new insulation will be installed. only two line items needed attention The Downtown Westfield Corporation rented the trolley to provide free trans- PAGE INDEX An ad hoc committee to help solve and they were the result of mistakes portation for shoppers last weekend, December 11 and 12, and again this Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary...... 20 Real Estate .... 14-19 the odor issue was formed consisting made by the board treasurer. Saturday and Sunday, December 18 and 19, departing from the South Avenue Editorial ...... 4-5 Education...... 22 Classifieds...... 19 of three teachers, two BOE members CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Parking Lot, from noon to 3 p.m., making stops throughout the downtown. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-16 A&E ...... 23-24 Page 12 Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication WF’s Parking Woes End Up on NJ 101.5 By LAUREN S. PASS Leader. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader She told The Leader that she has “no Mary Walter took her nieces to the mov- problem with paying for parking” but she ies at the Rialto in Westfield, they had a bite has a problem with “scams.” to eat and then went home. Weeks later, a Attributing her ticket to a lack of signage summons came in the mail for an unpaid alerting drivers to the pay stations in lot 5, parking ticket from the Town of Westfield. Ms. Walter said she hopes the town will Ms. Walter was angry, there had been no take her $30, buy some wood and paint a ticket on her windshield when she got out of sign for the lot. the movie, and when she parked her car along “I will never step foot in Westfield ever the wall opposite Starbucks in Lot 5, she had again until they make signs,” she told The looked for a meter, or something telling her Leader. where to pay, but found nothing. Then she Ms. Walter also encouraged her listeners “got the little love letter in the mail.” to boycott Westfield until they made park- HAPPY HOLIDAY…Approximately 60 people celebrated in the north side Westfield Upon examination of the summons, Ms. ing more user friendly. MERRY CHRISTMAS…Members of the Westfield Knights of Columbus set up Walter realized the ticket was written within She said that she spoke with the Chamber the nativity display at the north side train station parking lot last Saturday in train station parking lot, where the Menorah was lit on the first night of Chanukah on Tuesday. Their dancing and singing was not dampened by the rainy evening. minutes of her arriving in the lot. She de- of Commerce and with the Parking Depart- celebration of Christmas. duced that “somebody watched us get out of ment before taking to the air. While she the car and ticketed me with out saying learned from her phone calls to town and the something.” calls into her show that she wasn’t the only Council OKs Prospect Street So the Monmouth Beach native took to person to have a problem, and Westfield Developers Leaving Extra the airwaves during her radio show on New wasn’t the only town people called to com- Jersey 101.5 two weeks ago, and she was plain about, she said the problems will flooded with calls for two hours. “Quite a continue until the merchants speak up. Space Concerns Adj. Board Project Proposed by Ward few people (who called in) did get scammed Ms. Walter’s show airs Mondays through CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 in Westfield,” Ms. Walter told The Westfield Thursdays from 7 to 11 p.m. on 101.5 FM. sion to leave an already constructed Monday’s meeting. on its plans for parking, and to examine architectural tastes, they could curb over shed in her home’s side yard, though “It’s just a rule – we can’t bend it,” the entire area. development. an ordinance requires that shed loca- said Chairman Wilt. Town Administrator James Gildea She added that the WHPC has a list BOE Mtg. to Appear on TV; tion be in the rear yard. Peter Tolias of 1157 Tice Place was said that the new portion of Codding of homes it feels have historic signifi- Several of Ms. Riggs’ neighbors ap- given approval to construct a six-foot Road, on which Mr. Rickert lives, has cance and could be designated as his- peared to say they have no problem high fence where only four-foot high not been turned over to the town, but toric. It is up to the homeowner to Odor Issue, CSA Discussed with the shed’s location. However, next- fences are normally allowed. Similarly, when it does the same parking restric- designate a home. She also said that door neighbor Elliot Budashewitz sub- Jonathan and Regina Walsweer of 728 tions that exist on the first portion of subdivisions need to be looked at be- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 mitted a series of photos illustrating the Saint Marks Avenue were given ap- Codding Road will be extended to the fore the character of Westfield is IMr. Rusak announced that progress Mr. Perrin said, “The simplest answer shed’s imposition upon his home, and proval to construct a six-foot high fence. new portion. changed forever. reports would be sent home with stu- to the question centers around the notion told the board that the shed is “probably Jennifer Maranz of 627 Salter Place Resident John Mancini asked how he Before the start of the meeting dents on Thursday, December 23. “I of a latent defect being a problem en- in the least desirable place on the prop- was given approval to construct an ad- could write a new ordinance that would Mayor McDermott asked each coun- thank you for your support. It’s a plea- countered after the contract was signed.” erty.” dition that slightly exceeds side yard, force developers to keep port-a-johns cil member to submit four to five sure to work here. Happy holidays,” he Negotiations with the Hartford Bond- All board members voted “yes” on a coverage and floor area ratio allow- at the rear portion of the property, as goals that they would like to see ac- concluded. ing Company are ongoing, and the BOE motion to deny variance to Ms. Riggs. ances. they are unsightly. He also said that he complished in 2005. He said that this Board member Carmine Venes ad- is seeking reimbursement for any addi- Jefferson and Kimberly Grahling of Richard Weinstock of 455 Grove is tired of paid contractors making so will help the council control the agen- dressed the board on an item on the tional work encountered as the result of 571 Topping Hill Road were given vari- Street, and Ron and Karen Fuller of 421 much noise on the weekends and in the das, rather than the agendas control- agenda approving payment in the firing contractor Ciro Randazzo. Addi- ances from several land use ordinances Beechwood Place were given approval evening. ling the council. amount of $37,798 for latent defects to tional work deemed to be a latent defect for their proposed addition. to replace existing front porches de- Resident Sharon Stockwell ques- The annual organizational meeting will the Musial Group, an architectural firm will be brought before Hartford and Board member Frank Smith approved spite violating front-yard setback ordi- tioned the council on what was being be held on Tuesday, January 4, at 7 p.m. hired for the Beechwood School project. reimbursement will be sought. by saying, “I think a real effort has been nances. done about the intersection of Pros- Referring to the payment made to the made to comply as much as possible.” Andrew Becker of 648 Willow Grove pect Street and Dudley Avenue since Musial Group, Mr. Perrin said, “They Returning applicants Marc and Kim- Road and William Trinkle of 877 Tice an accident with injuries occurred last kept an eye on the work as it progressed berly Benou of 564 Lawrence Avenue Place were given approval for addi- week. but they couldn’t see everything.” were asked to come back yet again tions that would normally violate simi- Mr. Gildea explained that after the The search for a Chief School Ad- because their revised plans were not lar ordinances. accident last week, where an unlicensed ministrator is still underway, with Board submitted 10 or more days prior to Marlene and Carlos Perez-Santalla driver ran the stop sign, traffic officers President Peter Goggi stating, “We have of 846 Shadowlawn Drive, Daniel spent time examining the intersection. gone through 30 resumes according to Swartz of 541 Elm Street, Scott and He said that a crossing guard, who was the adapted criteria. We have culled Erratum formerly a traffic police officer, will that group down to seven.” The Westfield Mara Zilberberg of 516 Kimball Av- In the December 9 edition of enue, and Domingas Kober of 137 now be at the intersection to help with The seven finalists will be invited to a Leader and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood traffic control and to monitor the traf- meeting with the BOE, with Mr. Goggi Times Greene Place all were granted variance , the caption describing the photo of on side yard ordinances so additions fic. reporting, “Once we go through inter- the youth athletic league representatives Mr. Gildea added that because traffic viewing, we will cull them down to two, omitted the name of Lois Hely of Friends of can go up. An application by Miriam Kulnis of calming measures are being looked at maybe three.” Girls Lacrosse. We regret the error. 671 Summit Avenue to place a central in the area of Franklin Elementary He also stated that, “We are not lim- air conditioning unit on the side of her School, that intersection will be in- ited as to when we can make an offer,” home was approved. cluded in the study area. referring to the fact that the candidates Matt Gaglioti of 419 Otisco Drive Betty List, the first female council- are able to start immediately and cur- Clock was given approval for an addition that woman in Westfield, who now chairs rent contracts are not an issue. slightly violates rear-yard setback or- the Westfield Historic Preservation “We hope to begin engaging the in- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dinances. Commission (WHPC), asked the coun- terviews maybe this week, but prob- ing of non-automotive goods at gasoline Michael Fernandez of 12 Sandra Circle cil to continue to look at limiting the ably next week,” Mr. Goggi reported. stations within the borough, and the other was asked to appear at another meeting size and scope of new construction. She Once the field has been narrowed will appropriate $144,0000 from the Capi- with proper records as his initial applica- said that 2004 marks the year when down, the BOE will send invitations to Westfield lost two of its oldest historic Brooks Crandall for The Westfield Leader tal Improvement Fund to resurface Mill tion was submitted over two years ago. STANDING UP…Don Cardiff of Scotch Plains stands next to a poster last meet the candidates to those who ex- Lane. The next meeting of the board of homes, and that while it is not the Saturday at Cooper Road Island in the township put up by the citizens’ group he pressed an interest. The next council meeting is scheduled adjustment will be held on Monday, responsibility of the municipality to heads, organized to stop development on the property. The group has scheduled The Mountainside BOE will meet for Tuesday, December 21, at 8 p.m. January 10. buy these homes or change people’s a rally Saturday, December 18, at 11 a.m. to heighten awareness of the issue. next on Tuesday, January 11. THE SOCCER, LACROSSE, FIELD HOCKEY, FOOTBALL, HOCKEY, TRACK...MOM AND DAD

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, December 16, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 47TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-47 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Cushing Road Subdivision Hearings to Continue in 2005

By FRED ROSSI homeowners association, in which standards set out in the new regula- Specially Written for The Times all five property owners would pay tions. A hearing on a major subdivision assessments to be used to maintain Board Chairman Joseph Doyle said application on Cushing Road in the detention system, could be trouble- that the costs involved in maintaining Scotch Plains will be continued into some if those homeowners whose any detention system had to be seri- the new year in order to give the properties did not house the deten- ously reviewed since it would be the applicant time to furnish members of tion systems defaulted on their as- property owners who would bear the the Township Planning Board with sessment payments. burden of such costs. information about the costs of a pro- After an informal consensus was “We have to be sensitive to the posed storm water detention system reached that the two homeowners homeowners,” he said. at the site. whose properties would house the Helltemp’s attorney Robert Kraus Helltemp LLC is seeking board detention systems should be made said any filtration system would be approval to subdivide four adjoining responsible for its maintenance via a costly, but was unable to provide an lots, two facing Terrill Road and two deed restriction the discussion turned estimate of the actual cost of any facing Cushing Road, into seven lots. to the specifics of the system itself proposed system. Single-family homes are presently and the expense involved in its up- Board Attorney Daniel Bernstein situated on the four lots. Helltemp keep. said it was the applicant’s responsi- proposes to retain the two Terrill Engineer Edward Dec described bility to provide these figures during Road homes, raze the two homes on what appeared to be a complex and the application hearing. Cushing Road, create a cul-de-sac potentially costly system for filtering “If we are to determine who should south of Cushing Road and create storm water runoff. He said the pro- pay (for maintaining the detention five new lots around that cul-de-sac cess was necessary to comply with system),” said board member Michael where five homes would be built. newly-issued state and federal storm Michalisin, “we need more informa- Benjamin B. Corbin forThe Times At the initial hearing in November, water management regulations. tion on the costs.” ONE LAST MEETING…After 63 years, the Women’s Club of Scotch Plains has dissolved. They held their last meeting at board members complained that Planning Board Engineer Thomas It is expected that the hearing will Giovanni’s restaurant in Plainfield on December 7. At their last meeting, the Women’s Club donated $13,000 to the Scotch Helltemp’s application was incom- Plains Rescue Squad. Pictured above are Women’s Club President Trish Reynolds, Vice President Edith Czeropski, Quinn felt there were other less-ex- resume at the board’s January 24, Secretary Vera Lukacovic, Treasurer Harriet Shaner, Scotch Plains Rescue Squad member Kim Rivera and other members plete because of a lack of specifics pensive systems that would meet the 2005 meeting. about drainage, the fact that the town- of the Scotch Plains Women’s Club. ship fire department had not submitted a report on the application, an unclear tree retention plan and uncer- Soccer Coach Tom Breznitsky Honored by SP-F BOE; tainty about the extent of the developer’s plan to widen some portion of Cushing Road in front of the to-be developed lots. SPFHS Principal Presents New Learning Initiative The board also raised concerns By MATT MARINO not only for his victory milestone, but careers his players have gone on to, the program is on the High School Test Preparation Program. Each com- about rainwater runoff across Cushing Specially Written for The Times also for his great interest in helping including teachers, lawyers, business- Proficiency Assessment (HSPA), a ponent has specific objectives in ad- Road, which is a border between At their meeting held last Thurs- students overall. men and coaches. This, said the coach, statewide test given to all high school dition to the overall objective of rais- Scotch Plains and Plainfield. There day, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood In fact, noted Dr. Choye, several of demonstrates the lessons learned in juniors. This program targets 103 jun- ing student test scores on the HSPA. are now two wetlands situated on the Board of Education presented a spe- the coach’s former players have be- athletics being applied to other areas iors currently attending SPFHS. Board member Trip Whitehouse Cushing Road lots that serve as natu- cial resolution to Tom Breznitsky, come teachers. in the students’ lives. “The primary goal of ‘Achieve Your expressed concern that within the ral detention basins. head soccer coach at “We are teachers, we are educa- Potential’ is to provide students with Class of 2006, one-third of the stu- At the second hearing on Monday Scotch Plains- tors, and we…know the lessons in additional opportunities to achieve dents were considered “at-risk” in evening, after Helltemp representa- Fanwood High athletics that are taught, are lessons success on the High School Profi- terms of performing well on the tives presented a revised site plan School. that are carried on throughout your ciency Assessment,” commented Dr. HSPA. calling for an underground detention Board members entire life,” stated Coach Breznitsky. Heisey. Dr. Heisey explained that the term system on the two properties along also listened to a pre- The board also heard a presenta- The program consists of several “at-risk” could be used in a number of Cushing Road, the discussion turned sentation made by tion from Dr. Heisey, which discussed components including Parent Engage- ways; in this case, it refers to students to the question of who would be re- Scotch Plains- “Achieving Your Potential” (AYP). ment, Counseling Support, Practice who did not reach the benchmark sponsible for maintaining the sys- Fanwood High Dr. Heisey explained that the focus of HSPA Administration and Evening CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 tem. School (SPFHS) Among the options discussed were Principal Dr. David Heisey and his staff the creation of a homeowners asso- concerning “Achiev- Fanwood Borough Council Honors ciation, composed of the five prop- ing Your Potential,” erty owners on the to-be constructed a new program at the cul-de-sac, that would jointly pay for high school aiming Former Councilman Charles Smith maintenance of the detention system; to increase test David B. Corbin for The Times having township public works per- scores on a state- By DAVID GIALANELLA A letter will be written by the bor- In new business, resolutions for tax RECEIVING CONGRATULATIONS…Raider Head Specially Written for The Times sonnel oversee its maintenance; and sponsored profi- Coach Tom Breznitsky receives congratulations from a ough to decline the sale of borough refunds, budget transfers and two making the two homeowners whose ciency examination. fan after gaining his 500th career victory after the Raid- When the Fanwood Borough Coun- property on Beverly Avenue as sought grant applications were passed. properties would house the detention Coach Breznitsky ers’ 2-0 win over Cranford. cil met for its last meeting of 2004 on by a few homeowners. A contract extension was approved systems responsible for its mainte- reached his 500th Tuesday night several dozen people A development is being proposed for construction of Fanwood’s new nance. victory this past November, an “We have had the benefit in public packed the room to witness the in that area, which some area resi- communication tower. Patrolman Councilwoman Paulette Coronato achievement which only two other education of these fine young men council’s commemoration of dents are objecting to. Brian Bartiromo of the Fanwood Po- noted that the township “has no de- coaches in New Jersey high school coming back to teach, either in our Fanwood resident Charles Smith, who Borough Attorney Dennis Estis is lice Department appeared before the sire” to oversee maintenance of the sports history can claim. system or in the surrounding sys- passed away in late November. appealing the U.S. Postal Services council to assure them that “the com- system. It was also pointed out that a Board member Tom Russo noted tems,” said Dr. Choye. Among many things, Mr. Smith requirement that all new develop- munication tower is going well.” that the vast number of sports pro- Dr. Heisey offered his congratula- was a councilman for three years from ments in Fanwood have centralized A contract was awarded for a 1,500- grams within the district, combined tions to Coach Breznitsky, adding 1969 to 1971 and served on several mail boxes. gallon truck-mounted sewer jet. It FW Recycling Center with the longevity of local athletics, that the success of the boys’ soccer committees. He was also a veteran Council members gave their year- will cost over $156,000. The current only magnified the coach’s achieve- program goes right back to the coach. and well respected throughout the end committee reports. sewer jet of the borough has been in Schedule Notice ment that much more. “When you have an excellent head community. Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell service for over 15 years. FANWOOD – The Fanwood “We’ve had a high school in our coach like Mr. Breznitsky, you are The council also honored Dennis noted a slight decrease in calls to A contract was awarded to Kupper Recycling Center will be closed district for almost 80 years…to say going to have success,” commented Hercel, Jr. for attaining the rank of emergency services. Associates for realignment of on Christmas Day, December 25 that one person is the most successful Dr. Heisey. Eagle Scout. Councilman Stuart Kline, filling in LaGrande Park in an amount not to and New Years Day, January 1. varsity coach in the history of the Coach Breznitsky acknowledged In other matters, the council dis- for Councilman Andrew Calamaras, exceed $26,100. The center will be open on school district is a tremendous the fact that he has worked with many cussed the Postal Service regulations, announced that all leaf pickup had Edison resident Stuart Weiss, Chair- Wednesdays, December 28 and achievement,” said Mr. Russo. talented players over the years. He solid waste disposal tipping fees and been completed, and that all streets man of the Inman Railroad Commit- January 5. Superintendent of Schools Dr. also agreed with Dr. Choye in that he a purchase request from homeowners and borough lots were swept. tee, addressed the council members. Carol Choye lauded Coach Breznitsky recognized the number of different for borough property. Councilman Jack Molenaar an- Mr. Weiss spoke in opposition of a nounced the upcoming reexamina- new/reactivated freight line system tion of Fanwood’s Master Plan that that is currently being proposed. Re- takes place every six years. activated lines would include one that Scotch Plains Township Property Named Councilman Joe Higgins noted that crosses Route 22 near the Flagship in “the December 5 holiday celebration Union. He also spoke of a proposed was a smashing success.” Summit-Linden line. Under old business, an ordinance Weiss claimed that the Port Au- Conservation Zone to Curb Development was adopted that limits principal uses thority of New York/New Jersey plans on any one lot. The ordinance does to increase shipping of freight con- By FRED ROSSI of Cooper Road between Heather the township Zoning Board of Ad- generator that will be located at the not prevent multiple use, but necessi- tainers by 75 percent in the near fu- Specially Written for The Times Lane and Wellington Downs. The justment on Thursday, January 6, it site and used in case of a power out- tates a use variance for multiple use. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 The Scotch Plains Township Coun- other half of the island is owned by would not be proper for council mem- age. The new tower will replace a 45- cil introduced an ordinance on Tues- AT&T and is currently the subject of bers to comment on the application or year-old structure that has become day to re-zone a portion of township- an application by a developer who for the township to make any type of outmoded and unable to service mod- owned property on the island on Coo- wants to build a home there. purchase offer for the property. ern communications equipment pres- per Road as a “C-Conservation” zone, The public hearing on the ordi- The council approved a bond ordi- ently used by local police, firefighters thus putting it off-limits to develop- nance will be held at the council’s nance amending an earlier bond ordi- and other emergency personnel. ment of any kind. Tuesday, January 11, meeting. nance to reflect an increase in the Mayor Marks told Mr. Muller that The zone designation, which was At Tuesday’s meeting, Don Cardiff, expected cost of the new communi- there will be an initial outlay of town- created four years ago, has resulted in a Wellington Downs resident who is cations tower at the south side ship funds to construct the new tower, several township-owned properties involved in fighting the development firehouse. but “in a few years, the town will be being redesignated. Most recently a application for the other half of the During the public hearing on the in the black” due to anticipated rev- parcel of land on Crestwood Avenue island, read a statement on behalf of ordinance, Ramapo Way resident enue from leasing the tower to cellu- was re-zoned earlier this year. neighborhood residents who would Albert Muller questioned the council lar phone companies. The property is a triangular-shaped like the township government to use about the reasons for the project it- Councilman Frank Rossi said that piece of land, about three-fourths of open space trust fund money or bond self, its costs and the impact on tax- other towns that have leased similar an acre in size, situated in the center funds to purchase the other half of the payers. space to cell phone companies have Cooper Road island so that it remains It was explained that the projected realized “tens of thousands” of dol- Fanwood Santa undeveloped. cost of the tower has increased from lars in annual revenue. Mayor Martin Marks said that, about $380,000 to $530,000 prima- The council also passed a resolu- Parade Notice given the pending application before rily because of the $50,000 cost of a tion urging local state legislators to FANWOOD – The Annual support the convening of a constitu- Fanwood Santa Parade will be tional convention to reform the prop- Brooks Crandall for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times held on Saturday, December 18 PAGE INDEX STANDING UP…Don Cardiff of Scotch Plains stands next to a poster last Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary...... 20 Real Estate .... 14-19 erty tax structure in New Jersey. starting at noon throughout the Noting that a task force is set to Saturday at Cooper Road Island in the township put up by the citizens’ group he borough. Editorial ...... 4-5 Education...... 22 Classifieds...... 19 heads organized to stop development on the property. The group has scheduled Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 13-16 A&E ...... 23-24 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 a rally on December 18 at 11 a.m. to heighten awareness of the issue. Page 12 Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION New Track and Field at Kehler Stadium Approved by 75 Votes; Low Turnout

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The with the Port Authority police, per- granite memorial sits at the end of a suaded his fellow officers to donate brick path just off the main entrance the cross for the monument, which to the high school on Martine Avenue was cut from a steel beam from the in Scotch Plains. World Trade Center. Present at the dedication were Ted’s The inscription on the monument fellow scouts from Troop 145 in Clark, reads, “In loving memory of those four officers from the Port Authority lost on the tragic day of 9-11-01. God Police Department; Sister Percylee Bless America.” CHRISTMAS TOYS FOR KIDS…Santa Claus arrived at the annual Westfield LASTING MEMORIAL…Eagle Scout Ted McKeown, center, is pictured with Fire Department Christmas party last Saturday. The children were delighted as Hart, Principal of Union Catholic; In her remarks, Sister Percylee Hart members of the Port Authority Police Department at the dedication of the Santa provided plenty of toys and listened to their holiday wishes. Ted’s family and students, faculty commended Ted for his initiative and September 11, 2001 memorial on the campus of Union Catholic High School. and staff from Union Catholic. desire to leave an everlasting mark on Union Catholic lost eight alumni his alma mater. She praised him for and parents of students during the his dedication and hard work in NJIT to Continue With State Grant Given to WF attacks. achieving his dream. Family for Medical Expenses CONTACT We Care Smart Gun Development NEWARK – Senators Frank fiscal business for 2005 into one pack- WESTFIELD – Acting Governor over $100,000. The fund does not Lautenberg (D-NJ) and Jon Corzine age and includes funding for higher Richard Codey announced nearly $4.3 limit coverage to specific diseases or Launches Annual Fund Drive (D-NJ), announced that $1 million in education, science research, home- million in grants from the Cata- diagnoses. The child must have been federal appropriations funding for land security and more. strophic Illness in Children Relief 21 years or younger when the medi- WESTFIELD – CONTACT We welcome to call the CONTACT hotline 2005 will go to accelerate the devel- According to the release, NJIT has Fund to help 159 families pay for cal expenses were incurred and fami- Care, the 24-hour crisis hotline, has at (908) 232-2880 to speak confiden- opment of a safer and more secure spearheaded efforts to develop a per- uncovered medical bills related to lies must be state residents. Expenses launched its annual appeal for finan- tially with a highly trained volunteer. personalized handgun at New Jersey sonalized handgun that can recog- their child’s illness. must have been incurred during a cial support. This year, one of the CONTACT We Care is a private, Institute of Technology (NJIT). This nize instantly and reliably one or more Joseph and Jennifer Colamedici of previous 12-month period, and ex- agency’s long-time supporters has not-for-profit social service agency level of funding is similar to that for preprogrammed authorized operators. Westfield will receive more than penses dating back to January 1998 offered to match every new dollar supported by the United Fund of 2004. Since spring of 2000, the project has $7,600 this year. The Colamedicies will be considered. raised. New donors to CONTACT Westfield and other United Way or- The funds are part of Congress’ come to be known as “smart gun.” were insured when they incurred un- For more information call 1-800- will have their contributions matched ganizations. It is affiliated with CON- 2005 omnibus appropriations bill. The New Jersey Legislature has awarded covered expenses for their son Jo- 335-FUND or visit www.state.nj.us/ dollar for dollar, while current do- TACT USA and Lifeline Interna- U.S. Senate passed the bill last week $1.5 million, since the project’s in- seph, now four, who has sensorineu- humanservices/catill/cicrf1.htm. nors will have the amount by which tional. It is certified by the American following its passage several weeks ception. ral hearing loss and required exten- they increase their contributions Association of Suicidology and is earlier by the U.S. House of Repre- sive speech therapy as well as physi- Mountainside Library matched similarly. part of a nationwide network of sui- sentatives. The bill wraps unfinished cian follow up. CONTACT Executive Director cide prevention crisis centers. Free Passport Photos “Every day, these families struggle Selling Panera Coupons David Owens describes the agency as Potential donors interested in hearing Math Task Force Offered for Children with medical and emotional issues MOUNTAINSIDE – The Friends Central New Jersey’s “mental health more about CONTACT services may that few of us can comprehend,” said of the Mountainside Public Library rescue squad.” call (908) 301-1899. CONTACT volun- Named by Governor WESTFIELD – The Union County Acting-Governor Codey. “They have will be selling discount coupons good Since 1975, CONTACT has offered teers are also available to speak with TRENTON – Acting Governor Clerk’s Office is offering free pass- enough to worry about without having for Panera Bread Company baked active, empathetic listening services to community groups about their volun- Richard Codey signed an executive port and identification photos for chil- to fear whether they can pay the bills. goods during December. people in various forms of distress. Indi- teer service and the agency’s mission. order establishing a Mathematics dren ages 16 and younger through the This is were government, in some Each coupon may be redeemed at viduals struggling with grief, depres- Tax-deductible donations may be Task Force charged with addressing end of the year, County Clerk Joanne small way, can ease their burden.” any area Panera location. Coupons sion, loneliness, thoughts of suicide, or sent to CONTACT We Care, Inc., the need to improve student perfor- Rajoppi announced. Families of any income may apply may be purchased at the library and other forms of personal crisis are always P.O. Box 2376, Westfield, NJ 07091. mance in math. The task force will be The photos can be taken at the main for assistance. To qualify, a child’s also from members of the Friends of under the direction of Department of Office of the County Clerk in Eliza- un-reimbursable medical and related the Library. Women’s Resource Center Education Commissioner William beth and the annex office in Westfield. expenses must exceed 10 percent of Each coupon strip costs $9 and all Librera and will address a variety of The normal processing fee for the the family’s income up to $100,000 fundraising proceeds will support the topics including teacher preparation photos is $7. and 15 percent of any excess income library collection and services. To Sponsor Spelling Bee and recruitment, teaching techniques The Westfield annex, located at 300 and student performance. North Avenue East, processes County AREA – The Women’s Resource nal team name, and the team with the Approximately 30 percent of stu- Identification cards, passport appli- Center will sponsor the 3rd Annual most original team costume (optional). dents in grades four and 11 failed the cations, swearings-in of notary pub- Donate Your Car Adult Team Spelling Bee on Sunday, All contributions and fees are tax- math portion of the statewide High lics, and clerk certificates. Normal January 30 at 4 p.m. at the Summit High deductible. Admission to watch the School Proficiency Assessment this annex hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. School, 125 Kent Place Boulevard. proceedings will be $5 and children year. The number of eighth graders Monday, Wednesday and Friday and The community wide adult spell- under six are free. failing totaled about 38 percent. 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By Senator Thomas Kean, Jr., Westfield WESTFIELD – Legislation spon- stated. “I am optimistic that this bill sored by Senator Thomas Kean, Jr., (R- will give towns the resources they 21), that would allow local officials to need to respond to specific problems determine where to place stop or yield regarding local streets.” signs at intersections without the per- The bill will also allow counties to mission of the Commissioner of Trans- set speed limits, designate no parking portation was signed into law recently. zones and cross walks, erect stop or Previously, only counties could place a yield signs and paint median and shoul- stop or yield sign at an intersection der lines on self-contained county roads without the prior approval of the state. without the prior approval of the New “Returning control of our local Jersey Department of Transportation. Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SURRENDER YOUR GUNS…At a press conference, Union County Prosecutor CONFUSING SIGNS…Pictured, left, the road sign at the South Avenue traffic streets to our hometown officials will Theodore Romankow calls for Plainfield residents to turn in their guns for food circle in Westfield may be in error and cause confusion for visitors. According to help make our streets safer,” Senator Skate Guards Wanted certificates. Pictured, left to right, are: Freeholder Chairman Angel Estrada, Mr. county and state highway maps, the sign should read East 610 (Union County) and Kean said. “Local officials are more Romankow and Sheriff Ralph Froehlich. South 648 (Union County). New Jersey State Route 510 is in Morris and Essex flexible and able to react in a more For Warinanco Rink counties and Route 509 is shown to terminate at the Westfield traffic circle. timely manner to changes in traffic ROSELLE – The Warinanco Ice Pictured, right, a screw is loose. The speed limit sign on busily traveled North patterns or traffic volume.” Skating Rink in the Roselle section Surrender Guns For Food Avenue in Westfield heading westward approaching the intersection with Broad This legislation would allow munici- of Warinanco Park is looking for skate Street is hanging upside down for several weeks since the roadwork was com- palities to designate by ordinance or guards. Any person over the age of 15 pleted on the South Avenue traffic circle. resolution any intersection as a stop or with ice skating experience may aply. Called For in Plainfield yield intersection without the approval The starting hourly wage is depen- ELIZABETH – This weekend is are hoping residents will take ad- of the State Commissioner of Transpor- dent on experience. Training will be the final opportunity of the year for vantage of the program. tation. The measure would also permit a provided to qualified candidates. county residents to turn in a hand- “I’ve assigned three veteran offic- municipality to erect stop signs within Weekends and some holiday hours gun, gun or a rifle in Plainfield. Law ers who are expert firearms techni- 500 feet of a school or playground. This are required, and schedules may vary. enforcement officials have already cians,” said Union County Police bill would only apply to streets that are Early morning, days and weeknights collected 23 weapons and paid out Chief Daniel Vaniska. “We know self-contained within a municipality. are also available. gift certificates for food and sport- there are citizens who have guns in “By eliminating two layers of red For more information, or to apply ing equipment. their house somewhere and have been tape at the county and state level our please call the Warinanco Ice Skating “How can we lose if guns, which looking for a safe way to turn the home towns will be able to adapt Rink at (908) 298-7849, Monday to might be discharged in an accident guns in without repercussions.” more quickly to unforeseen changes Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. or stolen and used in a crime, are “Last year,” said Mr. Romankow, in our neighborhoods,” Senator Kean and 6 p.m. turned in to be melted down and “15 of the 28 murders in the county destroyed?” asked Union County were committed with guns. In 2002, www.sg-cpas.com Prosecutor Theodore Romankow. 10 of the 15 murders were shootings The gun surrender program pro- and eight of 18 in 2001 involved vides gift certificates, good for up to guns. $50 for food or sports equipment. “In Union County last year, 479 Guns can be turned in at the Save A persons, including 143 juveniles, Life Today program in Plainfield at were arrested on various weapons the corner of Liberty and West Sixth offenses and about one quarter of Streets. The surrender site will be the arrests involved handguns. The open from 1 to 4 p.m., beginning office successfully prosecuted 176 TRAFFIC CIRCLE ROADS…From the Union County highway maps, the routes Saturday. persons on gun charges in 2003 intersecting the South Avenue traffic circle in Westfield are shown above. Not “We are using money our office and 157 the year before,” said pictured on the map is that New Jersey State Highway 28 is North Avenue east of received as part of a $23,000 grant to Chief of Detectives Robert the circle and is South Avenue west of the circle. combat gun violence, to ask citizens Buccino. to help us remove these guns from The monies used in the program homes and neighborhood streets,” are part of a Safe Neighborhoods • Criminal Defense - Federal & State said Mr. Romankow. Media Outreach Grant. The Prosecutor and Freeholder Chief Santiago said even if citi- • Civil & Employment Litigation Chairman Angel Estrada said the zens cannot bring the weapon, • DWI & Municipal Court program was rejuvenated from an wrapped in a paper bag and tied with idea that took place in the county in string, his department is willing to 1992. Mr. Romankow said New York offer pickup of the gun and delivery City officials tried a similar program service of a gift certificate. Resi- Law Offices Of several years ago and received more dents are urged to call the Plainfield For All Your Tax & than 10,000 guns. Police Division at (908) 753-3112 or ROBERT G. STAHL, LLC The county’s police chiefs and contact Captain Chris Hansen at the Financial Service Needs Plainfield Public Safety Director county police at (908) 654-9800 to Robert G. Stahl 220 St. Paul Street Jiles Shipp are behind the effort. make arrangements. Located at “There comes a point in time when Mr. Romankow acknowledged that Korey Kerscher Sarokin Westfield, NJ 07090 282 South Avenue, Suite 103 people have to take a stand and help the criminals are not the ones who Christopher M. Farella T: 908-301-9001 remove guns from homes and the Fanwood New Jersey, 07023 will turn over their weapons for a F: 908-301-9008 streets,” said Plainfield Police Chief voucher, but “by surrendering the Tel: 908-889-9500 Edward Santiago. 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The ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains WHS Student Asks What Happened Diction Deception Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association To Christmas and Music at Concerts Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is correct. Fanwood Business & Professional Association This past Monday, I, along with my mas carol performed by the sixth grad- The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey parents, attended the annual Winter ers. enough to discern this deception of dic- P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 Concert at Roosevelt Intermediate Maybe I’m being old-fashioned, or ig- tion? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 School, a performance in which I was norant in today’s multicultural environ- If you can guess one correctly – good once involved. Upon receiving the ment, but is it too much to expect a Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- night’s program pamphlet, it became genuine traditional Christmas song? Is it vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at evident, yet again, that Christmas was wrong for me to expect to see the word you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 not going to be featured in this year’s “Christmas” noted, maybe even just once free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. performance. on the program pamphlet? All words and correct definitions The sixth grade choral program opened I can easily find Hanukkah and come from the board game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte up with a Hanukkah song, followed by Kwanzaa, but where’s Christmas? Lately, Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR “Ragtime Holiday,” and Christmas was it seems the true meaning of Christmas Answers to last week’s arcane words. not mentioned until the third piece. En- has been lost. Why are we afraid to recog- 1. Thrasonical – Boastful or bragging Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo titled “Holiday Lights.” This was an nize it? COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION 2. Castanea – A genus or the common obscure anthem, pertaining to the “lights” It’s not about ragtime, it’s not about chestnut tree Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly of the holidays, although it is still some- lights, and it’s certainly not about Ja- 3. Excortication – Stripping off bark ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS what unclear what exactly the song cel- maica. Surprisingly (to some), Christmas 4. Tourbillion – A whirlwind; a fire- Ben Corbin ebrated. revolves around peace, love, and most work that rises with a spiral motion SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES Subsequently, the final piece of the importantly, the birth of Jesus Christ. sixth grade presentation was entitled “Ja- One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Adam Lorentzen IMPORTUOUS maican Noel,” the one and only Christ- Westfield High School 1. Of pressing value; important 2. Without a port or harbor 3. Pertaining to goods being brought Scotch Plains Resident to Stand Up into a country Holiday Parking Plan Excellent Step 4. Seizing an opportunity; responding correctly at the right time Against Cooper Road Development MISE Your front-page article (The Scotch Thankfully, the potential ill-advised 1. The staging of a play, including the For Everyone to Enjoy Downtown Plains-Fanwood Times, December 9) use of land is being fought by the ‘Save setting, arrangement of actors, etc. about the potential development of the the Island’ group led by Don Cardiff. I am 2. A slender dagger used in the Middle The Westfield Town Council, with the urging of A businessman knows that the customer always Cooper Road Island has stirred me to glad that he had the courage to stand up Ages the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and sup- come first. We believe this leads to goodwill and action. and begin the fight to save my street, 3. Mean; nasty Where is the regard for the neighbor- community, and neighborhood. If not for 4. In Old English law, an issue to be port of the Downtown Westfield Corporation, agreed encourages all to enjoy downtown Westfield in a hood? Safety? Wildlife? Where is the people like Mr. Cardiff, developers will tried to institute two-hour free street parking downtown in friendly environment. outrage as a developer tries to steal our continue the trend of buying and building PERRY Westfield for shoppers from Wednesday, December To us, it adds to the warmth of the Christmas spirit. peaceful, country-like community? without any regard for the consequences 1. Grayish blue My wife and I, along with many other on the neighborhood. 2. Jewelry; precious stones 15 through to Christmas. We salute this action. Free holiday parking in downtown Westfield was area residents, bought their homes be- When the reasons my family chose to 3. The fermented juice of pears Free holiday parking was first initiated in 1993 in addressed by The Westfield Leader in 1993 as re- cause of the beauty and serenity of the move to Scotch Plains were threatened, 4. A midieval catapult for hurling stones downtown Westfield, and later suspended in 1997. printed below. little patch of land known as the Cooper Mr. Cardiff had the courage to stand up SAXICOLINE Road Island. The destruction of the Island and fight. This Cooper Road resident 1. Hollowing out rocks, as some mol- at the hands of a developer could poten- promises to stand up with him. lusks Editorial from The Westfield Leader, November 4, 1993 tially ruin both with traffic accidents, Rob Rykowski 2. A word, phrase, idiom, etc. of En- flooding and the destruction of flora and Scotch Plains glish or Anglo-Saxon origin fauna. 3. A string of pearls Holiday Parking Plan Excellent Step 4. Living or growing among the rocks Scotch Plains Resident Appeals Letters to In Reviving Westfield’s Downtown Area To BOE to Halt Spending Increases the Editor It is hard to believe, but we are coming of their medical benefits, and it would The Westfield Chamber of Commerce, the Main those providing the wherewithal for the businesses of into another school budget approval cycle. result in an overall tax savings for the SP Group Requests Street Committee and the Town Council have agreed their employers to remain healthy. I recently checked Scotch Plains – homeowners. to allow free parking all day in the town’s central The relatively small loss in revenue to the town Fanwood Public School website and found Any salary increases should not ex- Council Action on they had already posted their assump- ceed the Consumer Price Index. Many of business district on Thursdays, Fridays and Satur- will be more than made up for in goodwill and tions and guidelines. us in the private sector have not even Cooper Road Island days from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve for holi- increased future business, we believe. Their assumptions are as follows: medi- received this amount. Editor’s Note: This letter was sent to day shoppers. We believe this is an excellent first All three groups should be commended for this cal benefits increase of 17 percent; dental No further staff increases, especially Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks and premiums increase of 10 percent; salary supervisors. Do more with less. This is copied to The Scotch Plains-Fanwood step in promoting what should be one of the finest year’s plan and other plans which have been tried in increases, which are estimated anticipat- how my employer and many others Times. central business districts in Union County. the past to attract shoppers back to Westfield. ing the conclusion of the contract nego- handled a staffing situation in tight times. ****** The emphasis in the plan, readers should realize, is This year’s program should be a major success tiations that will take place this month; Increase spending of $115,000 on tech- We represent a group of Scotch Plains further staffing increases; addition of an nology? Once again in times when money residents who reside near the “Cooper on promoting shopping and the retail business area. and, if so, we urge the council, in cooperation with additional supervisor; technology fund- is tight, our employers postpone any ad- Road Island” that is the subject of a vari- This means those using the free parking spaces should the business groups, to expand free parking to every ing increase of $115,000; anticipated spe- ditional spending on technology. ance application to allow the contract do so for only the time required to do shopping. Also, day of the week next year. cial education tuition for an estimated We no longer can afford to spend on purchaser to build a residential home on five students. state-dictated special education by pass- the property. It appears to us that the employees in the downtown businesses should not The businesses you build probably will be your Further: Principal and supervisor bud- ing the costs onto the over-burdened tax- Township of Scotch Plains is rapidly take free spaces all day, which can be better utilized by own. gets have been increased based on 2004- payers. Therefore, these costs must be changing from the rustic, rural, suburban 2005 enrollments; increase natural gas absorbed in the existing budget. community that drew us here to a commu- costs of 11 percent and increase electric- The increasing of supervisor budgets is nity of crowded over development. ity costs of 10 percent. unthinkable and goes against the recently After the township was ravaged by the The New MVC is the Best Of We are being forewarned and prepared passed Bill S-1701. This bill limits the use of flag lots, we now have applications for another massive tax increase come rise in the school budget and was objected pending on both the Cooper Road Island April 2005, when the public school bud- to by the school board. This partially and the Cushing Road Development. Governor McGreevey’s Legacy get is placed in front of the voters. explains the basis for their objections. We are aware of the Open Space Trust The above causes several comments. Increase in both natural gas and elec- Fund created by the township to preserve With the contract negotiations that will tricity rates — This may come as a sur- our open spaces. We are further aware Of all of the things that former Governor James sure-fire way to make sure no one is trying to get one shortly take place, I insist that our nego- prise to the school board but we experi- that the township is allowed to sell bonds McGreevey did, or tried to do, during his administra- over on them. Once they check your identification, tiators settle for a contract where our ence these increase as well and do not to raise additional funds to purchase un- tion, one thing shines out as a complete success – his you’re off to the next area, where your ID is checked employees contribute to their medical have the luxury of going into our employ- developed land in the township. benefits and dental programs — in line ers demanding more money. If the township offers to purchase the revamping of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). again, and your photo is taken for your new license. with that we who work day in and day out We must keep the following facts in Cooper Road Island, the applicant will At first it looked like it was going to be another The MVC has brought New Jersey into the 21st to pay our taxes enjoy. This would mean mind: The 2004–2005 public school bud- have a difficult time establishing the wasteful government project. The first thing the century. Everything is done digitally now, from your they would pick up a considerable portion get is $63,519,812. This is 64 percent of “negative” criteria he needs to obtain the the property tax bill. variance. Moreover we are advised that Governor did was change DMV to Motor Vehicle signature to your picture. And, if you don’t like it, In the last five years, the yearly prop- the New Jersey Supreme Court stated in Commission (MVC). Many of us scoffed, “a wolf in you can do it again! No more ugly license photos. Local College Student erty tax increases have been 6.68 percent, Allen versus Hopewell Township Zoning sheep’s clothing.” But no one is laughing anymore. The staff at the MVC has obviously been educated Seeks Girl Scout Items 9.04 percent, 9.11 percent, 5.26 percent Board, 227 N.J. (1988) that a board must At the MVC office in Springfield, where most of in customer service, and they’re applying it. and 7.61 percent. consider an offer made by an adjoining Many of us were lucky enough grow- I fear that based on the above assump- property owner when considering whether our local residents go, you are now greeted at the While the former governor may get credit for the ing up to be involved in the Boy or Girl tions by the school board, we are being a hardship exists for an applicant. door, directed to a service desk, and then directed to revamping of the system, the employees at the MVC, Scouts. We have memories of all the good prepared for a similar increase for the The court also inferred that where the the person you need to speak to. from the executives down, deserve a whole lot of times we had, and for most of us, those 2004–2005 budget year. applicant has a contract to purchase the memories include uniforms and badges. Members of the school board, please property with a contingency of variance For driver’s license renewal, the six-point identifi- credit for implementing the changes and keeping it I attend Dickinson College in Carlisle, consider the impact on the taxpayers. approval, the fair market value is the cation system may seem like a pain, but it’s a pretty running on a day-to-day basis. Pa., and myself and other members of Many of us can no longer afford any contract price. Alpha Phi Omega, a service fraternity, additional increases. Those residents that We, the residents around and near the have started a Girl Scout troop in a less have the same view — please let your Cooper Road Island, request that the coun- fortunate area of town. voices be heard. Talk to your neighbors, cil take immediate action to offer to pur- Since the Founding of Democracy, We have 15 girls ranging from six to 11 elected officials, school boards, news chase the property. Since the Open Space in our troop. However, the girls do not media, etc. Let them know before we are Act is already in use and, because the have enough money to purchase the uni- forced to move, curtail expenditures for variance hearing is scheduled for January forms and pins that we took for granted as housing, utilities, food, medicines, etc. 6, 2005, the council’s immediate action is American Citizens Have United scouts. In April, when the budget is up for necessary. Citizens’ groups, such as WeCare, Unite, StopTheTrain But is it really a sign of the times? Since the founding We are asking anyone who has old approval by the taxpayers, reject any in- On Saturday, December 18 at 11 a.m., Brownie or Junior vests, sashes, or pins to creases. It should be noted that this is my concerned Scotch Plains residents, which and now SaveCooperIsland, seem to be a sign of the of our country, citizens have united as a check against donate them to our troop. To make dona- personal observation and in no way re- already number over 100 and are growing times. government and to counter-balance powerful influ- tions, please call Eileen at (908) 232- flects the views of any other individuals daily, will hold a rally on the township The question is: Do these groups spring up as residents ences. 5188. Thank you so much! or organizations. side of the island. We hope you and your feel they have little say or have little power over issues We think the presence of citizens’ groups indicate that Al Muller fellow council members will attend and Eileen Gessner support this effort by your constituents. being thrust upon them by more powerful influences? At our democracy is still working as envisioned by our Westfield Scotch Plains the same time, do they feel that local government has little country’s founders. Don Cardiff, will or is not predisposed to effectively act in their behalf, To be unguarded, unaware and passive will surely land Scotch Plains with little likelihood of a satisfactory outcome? one in a foxhole dodging bullets or in a corral with a fence Westfield Resident Asks Town, Save The Cooper Road Island Group If so, is this too bad? too high. ‘Roll Back’ Commuter Permit Fees The issue of rolling back the parking residents of the town. Free Parking in Town, permit fee charged to commuters was If the council decides not to roll back raised at the November 23 Town Council the current fee, it will be because the It’s About Time! meeting. “sticker shock” of the increases are in the As I drove through town this morning, Historically, the Town of Westfield past and the commuters are now used to I couldn’t believe my eyes! The “Enjoy represented that the increased fees were paying in excess of $700 per year. the Gift of Parking” coffee cups on town being allocated to the capital budget in This would be bad fiscal and public parking meters was truly a dream come anticipation of the construction of a park- policy. The town council consistently rep- true. ing deck or decks. Since the deck is not resented that the reason for the increase As a resident of Westfield and an em- going to be built, the town has collected was to pay, in part, for the construction of ployee of a national retail chain in town, the revenue without incurring the cost. the deck and them to provide and addi- I am thrilled that we have finally gotten I can support the town using the accu- tional revenue source so that the deck on the bandwagon with complimentary mulated fees in the capital budget to pay would operate without town funding. That holiday parking. The number one com- for capital projects related to commuter position is no longer viable. plaint of shoppers in my store is about the parking. However, to keep the permit fees I would ask that the council demon- parking – “My meter is running out; I’m at over $700 per year in the absence of strate its good faith by reducing, if not in a hurry,” and, “This is why I don’t such specific improvements is tantamount rolling back, the current fee structure. come to Westfield (often)” are very com- to a tax on the commuters. If the town has Keith Firestone mon exchanges in my workday at the budgetary needs not related to commuter Westfield store. parking, they should be assessed to all the My advertising background made me think, what a fabulous marketing idea! The other part of me said, too bad the Ratner’s Rantings and Ravings Are town couldn’t just give the gift to us, without having someone else pay for it. Questioned by a Reader Once Again Bobbi Bedrick Tazbin Westfield His return after a long absence now has too preoccupied on their cell phones. me pacing the floor in anticipation of the Having been almost creamed dozens next Westfield Leader. Of course, I’m of times while in the circle by eastbound Deadlines referring to the most recent ranting and South Avenue drivers, I can applaud the General News - Friday 4pm ravings from Robert Ratner. His latest changes. I’m sure that police statistics in Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm polemic on the South Side circle is quite the future will bear out that this is a safer Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm amusing. It does, however, demonstrate arrangement. Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm his total ignorance of traffic engineering. As with his pontifications about the Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm Curves have long been used to slow election, Mr. Ratner continues to be more To Reach Us traffic, something much need for the speed concerned with his writing “skills” than demons traveling east on South Avenue. the truth. As another writer to The Leader E-Mail - [email protected] Likewise, the curve to the left is meant to pointed out, Mr. Ratner would benefit Phone - (908) 232-4407 make drivers look left into the circle at more from an open mind. For more information, see traffic coming from the left. And it actu- Joe Boscia www.goleader.com ally works, as long as the drivers aren’t Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2004 Page 5 Hope for Veterans Receives Jolly More Letters to the Editor Holiday Meals from Westfield Words cannot express the enormous grati- formation. Assemblywoman Stender Thanks tude felt by the 25 Hope for Veterans resi- The 75-bed facility, located on the Lyons dents when they learned that the Jolly Trol- Campus of the Department of Veterans ley of Westfield would be providing an all- Affairs New Jersey Health Care System, is Those Who Contributed to Food Bank out holiday meal on December 23. the largest transitional housing program for Thank you to everyone who gener- that, I thank you. Just two days before Thanksgiving, homeless veterans in the tri-state area. The ously contributed to the Community The Community Food Bank of New Cranford Family Services, Feast Catering first veterans moved into the Hope for Vet- Food Bank of New Jersey. This holi- Jersey is one of the state’s largest sup- and the Dries family volunteered to donate erans Program on September 20, 2004 and day season’s drive was an astounding pliers of groceries for charities, soup and prepare a traditional turkey day meal the facility is quickly filling to capacity with success because of supporters like you. kitchens, and food pantries. With your for the 25 Hope for Veterans residents. On 25 veterans currently in residence. The pro- We were able to gather several dozen help, we were able to reach many fami- that same day, the Jolly Trolley/Charlie gram will provide safe shelter for up to two bags of nonperishable foods such as lies in need. With just a little help, they Brown’s Regional Manager, John August- years coupled with recovery, employment peanut butter, jellies, soups, and canned will enjoy the holidays the way every- ine called and stated that not only would and case management services aimed at meats, collecting more items this year one should, with family and with they contribute side dishes to the Thanks- helping former servicemen and women than in years past! Many individuals enough to eat. United in our spirit of giving Day celebration, but he and manager break the cycle of homelessness and regain also generously contributed financial community service, we all help fight Frank Russo would prepare and cater an their independence. donations to our drive, surpassing total the battle against hunger. entire Christmas meal for the Hope for Developed in collaboration with the De- monetary donations for all previous My office takes great pride in acting Veterans facility on December 23! partment of Veterans Affairs (VA) New years. as a drop-off site for the Community Mary Alyce Torpy for The Westfield Leader and The Times In the process of contributing meals, Jersey Health Care System, Hope for Vet- New Jerseyans have long prided Food Bank of New Jersey. Thank you CHRISTMAS FOR VETS…Patients at Lyons Hospital decorate their Christmas many local donors sought information about erans entailed the renovation of a vacant themselves on being a kind, caring, again for your kind and generous sup- tree last week to start the festive season. The Jolly Trolley of Westfield will also the newly developed Hope for Veterans building on the Lyons VA Campus funded generous people who do everything in port. help these soldiers when the restaurant management serves an Italian Feast Transitional Housing Program and com- with public and private grants. their power to help their friends and With warm holiday wishes. dinner for 30 veterans on December 23. mented on the fact that they were unaware Once again, Westfield’s generosity is neighbors during the holiday season of the homeless veteran crisis affecting over greatly appreciated by our nation’s veterans Assemblywoman Linda Stender 8,300 vets in the State of New Jersey. and December 23 is eagerly anticipated. and throughout the entire year. Your District 22 gift helped keep that spirit alive and for Unfortunately, it is estimated that one out of The holidays can be a difficult time for Fanwood Junior League Seeks every four homeless individuals in the na- many. This dinner will serve not only to tion are veterans. provide a wonderful meal, but will increase Community Hope’s newly-opened Hope the spirits, camaraderie, and hope of our Women’s Business Clothes for Veterans Transitional Housing Program residents. AREA – The Career Closet of This year, the Career Closet has helps veterans overcome issues of alcohol- Happy Holidays and Best Wishes to the Junior League of Elizabeth- instituted “Blitz Days” in addition ism, substance abuse, mental illness and Everyone. poverty which have led to the large-scale Mary Alyce Torpy Plainfield (JLEP) has been hard at to private appointments. During the homelessness among former servicemen work dressing over 60 underprivi- Blitz Days, groups of women are Senior Case Manager and women. Please see Veterans Program leged women since September with brought to the Career Closet by the www.communityhope-nj.org for more in- interview appropriate clothing. agencies. Community Hope The Career Closet works closely The Career Closet is always look- with social service agencies ing for donations of new or gently throughout Union County such as used ladies’ professional clothing, the Urban League of Union County, shoes, jewelry, and accessories – NEIL SULLIVAN Union County Division of Social especially in larger women’s sizes. President, Westfield Mortgage Services, Workforce Advantage Anyone wishing to make a dona- and St. Joseph’s Social Service tion to the Career Closet, or any agen- Free credit evaluation and approvals Center. At the completion of the cies wishing to work with the Career Guaranteed closing costs training program, these women are Closet can call (908) 709-1177. New home purchases taken to the Career Closet for an Clients of the Career Closet must Construction loans afternoon of “shopping.” be referred by an agency. Women Refinances Junior League members outfit looking to join the Junior League the women in suits, dresses, shoes, and want more information can accessories and jewelry. Often, this visit www.jlepnj.org. will be the only interview appro- HOLIDAY HELPERS…Girl Scout Troop No. 067 of Wilson Elementary School priate clothing the women own. See it all on the Web! WESTFIELD MORTGAGE in Westfield made evergreen centerpieces for St. Paul’s Social Service Center’s The women leave the Career Closet 908-518-0800 Toll Free: 866-518-0800 soup kitchen in Elizabeth on Division Street. The troop also had made fall feeling positive about their new See it all in Color! www.westfieldmortgage.com centerpieces for the soup kitchen at Thanksgiving. Pictured, left to right are wardrobe and look forward to the Brownies: top row; Claire Rothfelder, Noor El-Sherbeini and Morgan Mascarich; interview process with a renewed www.goleader.com Equal housing lender. 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The last in the series of the All of the celebrations are open to with the arrival of the Belsnickel and in preparing a traditional German Advent Evening Prayer Services with everyone in the community. The a traditional German dinner cooked Christmas dinner over the open hearth. Communion will be held in the Chapel church is located at the corner of Moun- over the open hearth on Sunday, De- Visitors will have the opportunity to on Tuesday, December 21, at 7:30 tain Avenue and East Broad Street. cember 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. The last sample treats as prepared by the cooks. p.m.This will be a short, quiet reflec- tour will begin at 3:30 p.m. The museum’s gift shop offers tive service with Confirmands attend- FW Recycling Center Jack Petersen of Westfield will many items, including Colonial re- ing. portray the “Belsnickel,” a figure from productions, toys, cookbooks, reci- The Christmas Eve Family Service Tells Holiday Closings German folklore, who is said to visit pes, homemade jellies and more. will feature a children’s pageant at 5 FANWOOD – The Fanwood Re- the homes of children on Christmas Admission to the museum is $2 per p.m. in the Sanctuary. Youth members cycling Center will be closed on Eve. Children, especially those who adult and 50 cents per student. Chil- of the cast are added to the tableau until Christmas Day, December 25, and have been naughty, anticipate the ar- dren under six are admitted for free. the entire nativity scene is completed. will reopen on Wednesday, Decem- rival of the Belsnickel, a scary char- The museum will be closed on Sun- Children in the Special K’s, Good ber 29. The center also will be closed acter dressed in a cape of ratty old day, December 26, and Sunday, Janu- Patrick S. Cline and Miss Kathryn M. Solon News and Joyful Sound Choirs will on New Year’s Day, January 1, and pelts and worn clothes. He throws ary 2, 2005, and will reopen on Sun- participate as an angel choir, singing reopen on Wednesday, January 5. candies to the good children before day, January 9, 2005 at 2 p.m. with “Go Tell It on the Mountain” and Patrons are reminded that non-me- disappearing until the next Christmas “The Legend of La Befana – Italy’s “Glory to God.” tallic holiday wrapping papers are Eve. Santa Claus.” A portion of the offering from the recyclable, while metallic wrappings Costumed docents will greet visi- For more information about the Miss Kathryn M. Solon service will benefit the heat relief are not recyclable. tors and guide them through the his- museum, the winter schedule of events fund, which serves the needy of Christmas wrapping paper is con- toric farmhouse, while Deborah or volunteer opportunities, please call Westfield and Union County. sidered a mixed paper and should be Bailey of Westfield will present a the museum office at (908) 232-1776. To Wed Patrick S. Cline Special Candlelight Christmas Eve placed with usual catalogs, maga- Services with Communion will be zines and junk mail. Corrugated pa- Mr. and Mrs. Richard Solon of Gaithersburg, Md., to Patrick Steven held at 8 and 11 p.m. in the Sanctuary. per and other boxes, as well as plain All Saints’ Episcopal Church Westfield have announced the en- Cline, also of Gaithersburg. He is the The Chancel Choir will sing at paper bags, are all handled together gagement of their daughter, Miss son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Cline of both services, with the Knox Handbell as corrugated materials. Kathryn Michelle Solon of Cape May. Choir ringing bells in the earlier ser- The center is open to residents of Posts Christmas Eve Services A 2000 graduate of Westfield High vice and the Chancel Handbell Choir neighboring towns. Sales of the recy- SCOTCH PLAINS – All Saints’ At 10:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Bickfords Welcome School, the bride-elect was awarded appearing at the later service. The clable materials support approximately Episcopal Church, located at 559 Park the traditional Choral Eucharist will a Bachelor of Science degree in Be- congregation will join in traditional 20 non-profit groups from Fanwood, Avenue in Scotch Plains, will offer a be held, including a sermon by the Son, Henry Edward havioral Neuroscience from Wash- carols interspersed with the readings. Scotch Plains, Westfield and Plainfield. variety of Christmas worship services. Reverend Jane Rockman. Anthems Carolyn and Ted Bickford of ington College in Chestertown, Md. Two services are planned for Christ- and solos will be presented by the All Needham, Mass. have announced the this year. She is employed as a re- mas Eve, Friday, December 24. The Saints’ Choir, as well as Christmas birth of their son, Henry Edward search fellow by the National Insti- SP-Fanwood Kiwanis Offers Family Service at 5 p.m. will be a carols and a candlelit version of “Si- Bickford, on Sunday, November 21, tutes of Health Animal Center in Service of Lessons and Carols, along lent Night.” in Brookline, Mass. The mother is Poolesville, Md. Luminaries For Christmas with Holy Eucharist. On Christmas Day, Saturday, De- the former Carolyn Brandt. Her fiancé is a 1999 graduate of Youngsters from the parish will cember 25, and on the first Sunday Henry weighed 8 pounds and 6 Lower Cape May Regional High School and earned a Bachelor of Sci- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch p.m. on Christmas Eve. Many indi- read lessons that depict the Christ- after Christmas, December 26, the ounces and measured 21 1/4 inches Plains-Fanwood Kiwanis Club will of- viduals use this time to renew friend- mas Story, while the congregation church will celebrate Holy Eucharist in length at birth. ence degree in Physics and Education from Washington College in fer Christmas luminaries on Saturday, ships with neighbors and friends. will sing carols between the readings. at 10 a.m. with sermons by Reverend His grandparents are the late December 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and The cost of the luminary candle, The Junior Choir will sing special Rockman. Charles Henry Brandt, Jane Brandt Chestertown in 2003. He is employed as a high school physics teacher at on Wednesday, December 22, from 11 bag and sand is 40 cents. Customers music, under the direction of Organ- For more information, please call of Stewartsville and Koko and Ed a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fanwood Munici- should bring a container for the sand. ist-Choirmaster Michael Spassov. (908) 322-8047. Bickford of Sherborn, Mass. Albert Einstein High School in Mont- gomery County, Md. pal Garage, located across from the For more information, please call A June 2006 wedding is planned. Fanwood Library on North Avenue. Bill Lehman at (908) 518-0713. JUXTAPOSE The luminary tradition was brought to the area over 40 years ago by the Holiday Party, Trips GALLERY Lady of Lourdes Sets Byerts, who moved to Fanwood from the Midwest. 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The see, for Jews this is not the season place for learning. Unfortunately, Saturday, December 18, from 6:30 students include Natasha Carlos, of peace and good will. we have become afraid to learn to 10:30 p.m. in its downstairs fel- Jeff Greenlaw, Kevin Johnson, Willa The very last thing Chanukah is about other religions. We fear that lowship hall. Schaefer and Drew Skibitsky. about is peace. Chanukah is a cel- information erodes the separation Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. With These students will direct the ebration of a military victory, a of church and state. Thus we throw these concerts, local youth bands evening’s proceeds to benefit local commemoration of a minority able out the baby. Instead we keep the are showcased and provided a safe, charities that are conducting toy to keep its ethnic and cultural iden- bathwater. decent place to test their musical drives for needy families during the tity in the face of assimilation. How School is a place for learning, skills before their peers. The bands holidays. In addition, the toys will ironic that Chanukah – the festival not for religious celebration. If cel- will include The Bank Robbers, be delivered to local charities, such of rededication to Jewish identity ebrating Christmas is too contro- Chasing Monroe, Moraine, Post as the Salvation Army in Plainfield. — has become almost lost in the versial, add a menorah and a song Break Tragedy, For Helen, and The students also seek to compen- general season of “the holidays” about dreidels to the celebration. Skeeto. sate the youth bands for their per- and, I don’t even understand the (Re)discover Kwanzaa. Hope that Admission will be granted to formances. word, “Chrismukkah.” Ramadan falls in the right time of youth under age 18. The cost will be The First Baptist Church is lo- Once again the controversy is year. Stretch forward to the Chi- $5 at the door for those who bring cated at 170 Elm Street in boiling up over the place of reli- nese New Year; Diwali. If we are an unwrapped toy for charity. Those Westfield, across from Trader Joe’s. gious celebration in our public truly seeking to be equal to all without a donated toy will be ad- For more information, please call arena. In my opinion, this is a case religions, why does the party al- mitted for $10 at the door. (908) 233-2278 or e-mail where we have thrown out the baby ways occur on the day before Westfield High School students [email protected]. and kept the bathwater. Instead of Christmas break? Why not at the allowing members of our Jewish New Year? Tet? multicultural, multiethnic and var- I do not mean to be the Grinch iegated religious society to enjoy and steal Christmas. To the con- GROOVY GUITARS…Girl Scout Troop No. 660 of Washington Elementary whatever holidays may come at trary, as I and my congregation School in Westfield helped decorate guitars to promote the school’s annual RESIDENTIAL E N whatever time in the year, we try to seek to understand the true mean- fundraiser, the Washington School Show, Trouble in the 70s. All proceeds from P P ing of this celebration of the the play, which will be presented on Friday, January 28, 2005 at 8 p.m. and lump everything together in one xceptional gifts to bland celebration of “the holidays,” Maccabees’ victory, we are com- Saturday, January 29, 2005 at 2 and 8 p.m., will benefit the teachers and students. E and boil away all the history and pelled to stand up for the rights of inspire and delight that special all minorities whose voices may meaning until we are left with “Be someone this holiday season... nice to each other” and “It is better not be heard. “I'm a great to give than receive.” Surely these I hope, from the bottom of my HAPPY HANUKKAH are good messages, but as a com- heart, that all of the members of believer mitted participant in my own faith, the Christian community find deep MERRY CHRISTMAS Jack Georges I am sure that there is more to the meaning in this celebration of the University Collection Christmas of the practicing Chris- birth of Jesus. Let us celebrate in in luck, our homes and our houses of wor- FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS tian than just that. This handcrafted The chief strength of our Ameri- ship and, by all means, invite our and I find can public school system is that friends to celebrate with us. To- leather briefcase gether, in neutral space, let us then Terrill Road Baptist resolve to learn about each other, the harder lets important without preaching, without pros- documents travel Plans Holiday Services elytizing. I work, SCOTCH PLAINS –The Wor- * * * * * * * in style with its classic double ship Choir at the Terrill Road Bap- Rabbi Abraham is the spiritual the more gusset flap design, accented with tist Church (TRBC) in Scotch Plains leader of Temple Sholom, a Reform will celebrate the Christmas sea- congregation serving the Plainfields, solid brass hardware and a handy son by presenting the cantata “One I have of it.” Scotch Plains and the surrounding shoulder strap. Inside, you’ll find a Incredible Moment” this Sunday, communities. December 19, during the 10:45 a.m. Bottom Row Left to Right: Matthew P. Chemidlin; Peter J. Chemidlin, President; Fred leather lining with zippered divider worship service. ‘Christmas Carol’ Set J. Chemidlin, CEO; Joseph P. 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WESTFIELD — The Union takes place in a private home in Union Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah will The following evening, Monday, County Torah Center will present the County. sponsor a program focusing on “Yoga: December 20, at 8:15 p.m., the Sister- third in a series of lectures entitled In this class, called “The Struggle A Path to Physical Well-Being” this hood of Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah “In the Light of Kabbalah” on Thurs- Between Jacob and Esau In the Light Sunday, December 19, at 10 a.m. It will hold an “Evening of Jewish Folk day, December 23, at 7:30 p.m. of Kabbalah,” participants will ex- will take place at the synagogue, lo- Music,” featuring folksinger Mark This special series, for women only, plore the deeper significance of this cated at 111 Valley Road in Clark. Levy. Mr. Levy will perform from his presents insights from Jewish mysti- famous ongoing struggle and its rel- Nicole Mode, a Certified Yoga repertoire of Yiddish, Ladino, He- cism into the holidays and weekly evance to people’s everyday lives. Therapist and counselor who has op- brew and Russian favorites. Refresh- Torah portions. It is being presented For more information or to confirm erated Nicole’s Yoga Center in ments will be served. by educator Fruma Wilschanski of plans to attend, please call the Torah Garwood for 16 years, will explain the For more information on both pro- Crown Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. and Center at (908) 789-5252. principles and demonstrate the sci- grams, which are open to the public, HOLIDAY SHOPPING…Evergreen Elementary School in Scotch Plains hosted ence of yoga. The program is the latest please call Temple Beth O’r/Beth a Holiday Fair last Friday after school. Many students, parents and middle school in the Men’s Club’s ongoing “Main- Torah at (732) 381-8403. pupils volunteered their time, which contributed to the success of the day. The fair enabled youngsters to purchase holiday gifts at reasonable prices. Christine Dencker and Christine Hogan were the Co-Chairpersons for the event. Pictured, Calvary Lutheran Announces above, Parent-Teacher Association President Michele Blanck finalizes a sale with her son, Matthew Blanck. Christmas Service Schedule CRANFORD – The Calvary highlight the liturgy at the 7 p.m. Sports Program, Technology, Lutheran Church, located at 108 family service. Soprano Katie Eastman Street in Cranford, will hold Mertens will sing “Oh, Holy Night.” Christmas services designed for all The Children’s Choir also will sing. Goals to Be Discussed by BOE ages on December 24, 25 and 26. The 10:45 p.m. Candlelight Service WESTFIELD — At the Tuesday, available on Monday, December The Reverend Carol Lindsay, of Holy Communion will carry over December 21, meeting of the 20, in the Board Secretary’s of- Calvary’s pastor, will preside and from Christmas Eve into Christmas Westfield Board of Education, the fice at 302 Elm Street and on preach at all services. Music will be Day. The Senior Ringers hand bell choir agenda will include a discussion of www.westfieldnj.com/boe. provided under the leadership of Len- will perform, and the Calvary Choir the superintendent’s goals, technol- All Board of Education public Yin Jao, Director of Music. will sing selections by J. S. Bach. ogy, and the eighth grade sports pro- meetings are taped. They can be On Friday, December 24, the church A Festival Service of Holy Com- gram. The meeting will be held in seen on Channel 36 on Tuesdays at will offer three services. There will munion will be celebrated on Satur- Room 105 at 302 Elm Street at 8 p.m. 8 a.m., 3 and 11 p.m. and Thurs- be a young children’s Christmas Eve day, Christmas Day, December 25, at A complete agenda will be days at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Service at 4 p.m., with simple carols, 10 a.m. Ed Leicht of Cranford, tenor, the reading of the Christmas story will be the soloist. and placement of the nativity figures On Sunday, December 26, the by some of the children. The Alleluia church will offer one worship service Personal Injury. . . Choir, composed of four-, five- and at 10 a.m., a Service of Lessons and six-year-olds, will sing. Carols. Soloists Melissa Toddings, PERSONAL ATTENTION Christmas Eve services of Holy soprano, of Cranford and Peg Communion will be held at 7 and Bernhardt, mezzo-soprano, of 10:45 p.m. Traditional carols will Dunellen will be featured. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN had big guns in the way.” as I have in past seasons,” said Mineo, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Senior team captain Steve Mineo, who has the chance to break the all- Big-name wrestlers saturated the who will compete at 135-lbs this sea- time Raider career win record of 111 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School son, upped his three-year varsity record set by Derek Francavilla last year. wrestling team’s lineup last year. The to 87-12 by finishing 31-5 last year. “He’s going to have a phenomenal Raiders were beaten only twice, West Mineo, who has verbally committed season. He’s going to be the second kid Milford and Phillipsburg, and cap- to wrestle for the University of Mary- in Scotch Plains history to get over 100 tured the Union County (UC) crown, land, won his second Union County, wins, probably even surpass Francavilla the District 11 title and sent four District 11 and Region 3 crowns in a from last year. His leadership abilities wrestlers to the state tournament. This row and placed fourth at AC. are far more than any others I have year a few big names remain but, with “I’m looking forward to this season seen,” commented Scholz. Fred K. Lecomte (2003-2004 Season Archives) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 37 boys in the program, all the weight because I am not pulling as much weight PART OF THE BLUE DEVILS’ BALANCE…Senior guard Eric Hayes, No. 31 in left picture, and senior forward Bryan Senior Marc Fabiano, a district Power, with ball, along with senior Billy Hearon have been selected Tri-Captains of the Blue Devil basketball team. classes will be filled with spirited, champ at 189-lbs in 2003, finished scrappy wrestlers. UC Wrestling Analysis 16-10 at 215-lbs to up his two-year “We might have a couple of holes total to 37-17. This season, Fabiano POWER, HAYES, HEARON NAMED AS TRI-CAPTAINS here and there, like 171 and 189, but Set For December 23 hurts the scales at 234 pounds and we have some good candidates to The annual western and central will compete at heavyweight. wrestle off for the positions,” said Union County wrestling analysis will “He’s just massive! He is strong. Raider Head Coach John Scholz. appear in our next issue (December He is throwing everyone around. He’s Blue Devil Cagers Considered “Everywhere else, we are solid. We 23) of The Westfield Leader and The just manhandling all these kids and have guys who didn’t have a chance Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. coaches,” Scholz expressed. “He is to start at varsity last year because we going to have a great season, coming off a great football season with all the accolades he got, all-county, all- To Be ‘Good Balance’ of Boys conference.” Senior AJ Watson, who placed third By DAVID B. CORBIN ils will present a mix of veterans with into a well-oiled machine to do battle in the district at 145-lbs last year, is Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times several new faces on the courts this in the tough Watchung Conference. expected to compete at 152-lbs and Since four talented players gradu- season. The Blue Devils have called Last year, the Blue Devils recorded veteran senior Anthony Ferrante will ated from last year’s boys basketball for the services of senior Tri-Cap- the best season since 1977 – they compete at 145-lbs or 152-lbs. team that produced a fine 16-8 record, tains Erik Hayes, Bryan Power and were 16-9 in 2002 – and were com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 the Westfield High School Blue Dev- Billy Hearon to mold the newcomers petitive in nearly every game. Inter- estingly, the Blue Devils were burned, KLIMOWICZ EYES ALL-TIME SPF SCORING RECORD with down to the buzzer losses, in five of their eight defeats. Jan Cocozziello, Terrence Bryant and Tyshon Blackmon provided most of the offense while Joe Korfmacher, along Lady SP-F Raiders to Host with Cocozziello provided the ma- jority of the rebounds. All four have graduated, so the burden of scoring will rest on the shoulders of Hayes Shabazz in Hoops Opener and Hearon and control of the boards will rest on Power’s shoulders. By DAVID B. CORBIN Malcolm X. Shabazz tomorrow, De- positions,” said McBride. “Jen, Loni In his third year at varsity, Hayes, a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times cember 17, at 7 p.m. However, de- and Allie all can play point guard.” point guard, scored 272 points as a Little may appear to have changed spite having four veteran starters re- On February 3 of last year, sophomore and totaled 217 points with the starting lineup for the Scotch turning from a team that finished Klimowicz broke the all-time Raider last year while leading the team in David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains-Fanwood High School girls’ with a 22-6 record, according to first- girls’ scoring record of 1,228 points in assists with 61. BROTHER AGAINST BROTHER…Raiders Pat Mineo, back, and Steve Mineo basketball team before the Raiders year Raider Head Coach Lori a regular-season game against “He will be one of our top scorers,” work on their moves during a practice session. take to the court to host nemesis McBride the starting lineup, “is not Shabazz. Klimowicz presently has claimed Blue Devil Head Coach carved in stone.” 1,451 career points. This season, she Kevin Everly. Four-year starters, seniors Hillary may very well break the all-time Raider Last year, Power, a forward/center, DELDUCA, KRAMER, SHAFFER WILL MAKE NOISE Klimowicz (center), Jen Burke (point scoring record of 1,482 set by William added a lot of muscle under the board guard) and Maura Gillooly (forward) McCoy (1983-86). and grabbed 123 rebounds, but he along with senior Elizabeth Burke, the play setter, also had the also contributed 123 points for a 5.1 DeCataldo (guard) bring a lot of tal- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Blue Devil Wrestlers Have ent to the table and will be seeking to earn the Raiders their fourth-straight 20+ winning season, but junior Loni Looking for the Perfect Kaye and sophomores Allie Zazzali Holiday Gift or Stocking Stuffer? Low Numbers, Some Talent and Lauren Mains are expected to be vying for the starting guard positions. How about improving your golf game with By DAVID B. CORBIN ated but four wrestlers who have quali- no reason why he shouldn’t be down “There have been other players who Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times fied for the Region 3 tournament re- at the state tournament. He’s gotten have stepped up. Since I am a new Michael A. Kierner Finishing with anything near a .500 main to carry the load. closer and closer every year. Last coach, there is a clean slate and last PGA Teaching Professional record will definitely be a challenge This season, senior Co-Captain year, he was a round away. He’s as year’s starters must prove themselves. At Shackamaxon Country Club for this year’s Westfield High School Tom DelDuca will have the opportu- CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 There is good competition for the Purchase a gift certificate series of 3,4, or 5 golf nity to be in an elite class of wres- wrestling team. 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Blue those days, but once upon a time posted winning records two of the Jay Factor (Class of ’85), who was Devils Rachel Barrett, Jen Danielsson, Westfield was a giant in high school past three years under coach Kevin thrilled to be named to the squad but Kim Legones and Anne Siwulec, along basketball. Everly. The Devils were 16-8 last wondered how I could’ve left off a with Raider Samantha Gates, were The glory years started in 1958-59, year – the most wins since the 1977 tough guy like Mike Stagaard. Well, named to the All-UC Second Team. when captain Ken Hite, Bob Haines, team, with Boo Bowers and Spud Stags, Jimmy Tyler and Dan Gilday Raiders Samantha Carow, Christine Tom Gilson, Ray Bailey and Jerry Monroe, went 19-8 – and played state- were among those who just missed DeLuca, Cathy Harley and Allie Hoynes- Dick helped WHS post a 24-3 record ranked teams like Elizabeth, Linden selection. O’Connor, along with Blue Devils Ayn under coach John Lay and win its first and Scotch Plains-Fanwood very WHERE HAVE THEY GONE? Wisler and Meg Driscoll, were named to Union County Tournament title. tough. Despite the graduation of Jan When I was growing up in the All-UC Third Team. Haines scored a then school record Cocozziello, Tyshon Blackmon, Westfield, these were some of the 404 points while Bailey grabbed a Terrence Bryant and Joe Korfmacher, staples of life. Ask a kid today about Local HS Girls All-UC, then school record 347 rebounds. The Everly has returning captain Eric the Westfield White Diamond, the UCT semifinal between WHS and Hayes, Billy Hearon and Bryan Power one-theatre Rialto, the Rec, the Ex- Fred K. Lecomte (January 2004 Archives) for The Westfield Leader and The Times All-State Volleyball: Scotch Plains-Fanwood drew a as a solid nucleus. And last year’s cellent Diner, the Y’s bowling alleys, SHOOTING FOR THE ALL-TIME RAIDER RECORD…Raider center Hillary Union Catholic High School Klimowicz, No. 34., already owns the Raider girls’ all-time scoring record and “record” crowd of 3,580 to the Eliza- junior varsity was 19-4 and reached Charlie Cheats South Ave. Italian Deli, needs just 32 points to surpass the boys’ record of 1,482. standout Megan Conheeney received beth Armory. the county final. Echo Lanes, Columbus School, Grant All-Group 2 First Team recognition Three years later, Lay’s team went The Blue Devils open the 2004-05 School, the Glenview Manor or the in girls volleyball by The Star Ledger. 23-3, winning the Central Jersey season tomorrow at Linden, 4 p.m. old gym at the Y and you’ll probably Four Vikings, three Westfield High Group 4 championship before losing FEVER UPDATE get a weird look. Lady SP-F Raiders to Host School and one Scotch Plains- to Weequahic 55-52 in the state final. Final score: Pittsburgh Central In the 1950s and ’60s, they were Fanwood High School girl received Big Bob King and point guard Dick Catholic 49, Neshaminy 14. And, to among the “in” spots. Now, they are All-Union County (UC) honors. Myers (who scored a then-school be honest, the PIAA AAAA champi- (in order): a converted auto dealer- Shabazz in Hoops Opener Conheeney was also named All- record 38 points vs. Roselle Park) led onship game wasn’t that close. The ship building on North Ave., the multi- UC First Team as was teammate CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 the way, with help from forwards Vikings are ranked in the top six or theatre Rialto, a table tennis estab- Louise Gonzalez, who was also se- Jerry Post and Doug Carver, and guard seven teams in the country by several lishment, a new strip mall, kids play ability to bang in short jumpers and Park Convention Center. lected All-Group 2 Second Team, and Bob Whitaker. publications, and it’s easy to see why. rooms, a window business, a was particularly dangerous driving to “I’m not as worried about the op- Blue Devil Erin Roudebush, who also With the 6-foot-11 King rewriting They aren’t overly big, or overly fast megaplex for 24 or so movies, a couple the basket for a lay up when oppo- ponents as I am concerned with how was selected All-Group 4 Second the school’s scoring and rebounding … they remind me of the old Gary of houses, the town library, Charlie nents hung too closely to Klimowicz. our team performs. This (Shabazz) Team. Blue Devil Lizzy Myers and records almost nightly, WHS went Kehler-WHS teams. No penalties, no Brown’s restaurant and the racquet- Gillooly was devastating from three- will be a great test. We also play IHA Viking Paige Rusnock, who were 21-3 in 1962-63, capturing another plays for losses, precision blocking, ball courts at the Y. point range and will make opponents that is ranked in the top-two. We’ve named All-Group 2 Third Team, made UCT title (routing Roselle Catholic crisp tackling and they obviously It just shows that not all change is pay if they give her too much got good games to show us where we the All-UC Second Team. Blue Devil 65-45 in the final) before losing a 55- watched their films, cause they knew for the better. elbowroom. Last year, when the Raid- stand. We have a long way to go to Molly Williams, Viking Nicole 53 overtime thriller to SP-F in the everything Neshaminy was going to NOBODY ASKED, BUT … ers walked off the court with a, 65-43, play great basketball, as long as we Palumbo and Raider Kelli Kaskiw state tournament in Lay’s final game do, and when it was going to do it. There have been some spectacular victory over fierce rival Union Catho- are there in March,” said McBride. made the All-UC Third Team. as coach. Sophomore Bob Felter and Seven possessions into the game it 1-2 punches in WHS boys basketball lic to capture its first Union County senior John Bannon along with was 49-0 and PCC’s star running back history, including Jim Kane-Jim Tournament championship, Gillooly Whitaker and Carver were the other Eugene Jarvis, all of 5-foot-6, 165 Turpin, Terry Brady-Sam Mitchell, put on a show with four 3-pointers for Blue Devil Icemen Drop Two starters. pounds, had five touchdowns. Haines-Bailey-Hite-Gilson; Myers- a career-high 24 points. After some up and down years, and But you know what? It was well King, Goski-Novacek, Boo Bowers- Similar to last year, in order to win four different coaches in seven years, worth the trip, driving out to central Spud Monroe, Chris Rupp-Chris a North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 At Cron Hockey Tournament Neil Horne took over as coach in Pennsylvania. Hershey Stadium is Frerecks, Eric Lyght-Ron Shovlin, title, the Raiders must defeat some 1971-72, and his first year produced AWESOME, one of the three best Mike Comandini-Greg Prunty and rough customers, especially peren- By ANDREW GOLDMAN In the consolation bracket against the school’s only state basketball I’ve ever been at (Paul Brown Tiger Dan Deserio-Jay Cook, among oth- nial power Shabazz, the Meet of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Old Bridge, the Blue Devils, hungry championship, a 44-42 overtime win Stadium in Massillon, Ohio, and ers. But for my money, it’d be tough Champions winner last year. Last year, The Westfield High School Ice for their first win of the season, con- over Triton in the Group 4 final. That Phillipsburg’s Maloney Field being to find a more dynamic duo than the the Raiders flattened No. 10 Voorhees Hockey team continued its season tinued its great defensive play from 25-2 team got its offense from juniors the other two). And we (Neshaminy) 1965 combo of Bob Felter and Jerry in the semifinals, 76-54, and with two games in the Cron Tourna- the end of the West Essex game and Tim Goski and Scott Novacek, and had way more fans … and the ones Richards. Felter was a 6-5 center with Klimowicz demonstrated her versa- ment at Warinanco Rink in Roselle. held Old Bridge scoreless through senior Tom Pfeiffer. Seniors Steve who stayed were cheering S-K-I-N-S point guard moves, 3-point range and tility by sinking 26 points, pulling The Blue Devils’ first round game the first two periods. Westfield took a Reddy and Larry Simmons were solid SKINS! To the very end. And it was a great rebounder; the 6-2 Richards down 15 rebounds, swiping six steals against defending public school state 1-0 lead after senior Captain Brent two-way guys. really cool to see little kids dressed up was as good as it gets on defense, a and making six blocked shots. In their champion West Essex ended in a 3-2 Davis scored in the final minute of the The following year, Goski and in Heartbreak Ridge t-shirts and with great passer, pick-setter and capable final game, Shabazz rumbled to a 64- loss and their second game ended in a second period. However, Westfield’s Novacek were an awesome 1-2 punch, their faces painted – RED on their scorer. 49 victory to claim the sectional title. 4-2 loss at the skates of Old Bridge. defense collapsed in the third period while Bob Jester and juniors Jim right cheeks and SKINS on their left TRIVIA ANSWER Klimowicz bucketed 20 points, West Essex came out strong scoring as Old Bridge scored three goals in a Masters and Buddy Robinson rounded with a big GO on the forehead. You’ve Rick Barry scored 53 points for grabbed 11 rebounds and had four three goals in the first period to take a span of 38 seconds. out the starters on a 24-2 club that just gotta love fans like that. Roselle Park in an 80-77 overtime blocks while Gillooly pumped in 10 3-0 lead. Westfield, determined to make Freshman Jimmy Bender scored won its first 21 games before losing TRIVIA QUESTION victory over WHS during the 1959- points, including two from beyond 3- a comeback, played great defensively, his first high school goal to cut the in the county and state tournaments. Who holds the record for most 60 season. Barry, who went on to point range. shutting West Essex down the rest of Old Bridge lead to 3-2. The Blue That’s a combined 117-13 record points scored in a game at the WHS NBA fame and is the father of several The mix of four returning starters and the way and scored two goals to bring Devils failed to score and when they for those five years! The overall record gym? (Hint: He wasn’t wearing a current NBA players, hit 21 of 31 three hungry underclassmen will attempt the score to 3-2. However, the Blue pulled their goalie to attempt to tie the for that 15-year period was 236-110. blue and white uniform, but he was field goals and 11 of 14 free throws. to turn the tables on the Bulldogs tomor- Devils’ momentum was crushed when game, Old Bridge scored an empty Even at a time when the WHS swim- shooting his free throws under- Bruce Johnson’s Devil’s Den ap- row night. Then on Saturday at 2:15 they received a penalty and were forced net goal to finalize the scoring. Fresh- ming and wrestling teams were al- handed.) pears every Thursday in the Westfield p.m., the Raiders will face powerhouse to play shorthanded for the final two man Eric Zagorski made his first high ways among the state’s best, the WHS MORE ON ALL-TIME TEAM Leader. Contact him with comments Immaculate Heart Academy at Asbury minutes of the game. school start in goal for Westfield. gym rocked the best when the basket- Among the replies to last week’s or ideas at [email protected].

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By FRED LECOMTE Unfortunately, she did not have the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times statistics to back it up as in past years, Heart and determination defined but she was our offensive anchor.” the demeanor of the Westfield High Senior midfielder/forward School girls’ field hockey team this Michelle Markowski, a two-year var- season. Finishing with a 4-10-3 sity letter winner, was another ex- record, the Blue Devils were com- ample of a true team player according petitive in every game and never got to McFadden. “Whenever I asked her blown out. to move to another position for the Battling down to the wire, the Devil team, she never questioned why and girls’ suffered three heartbreaking was always very willing. She did a games in the last two minutes. Addi- commendable job.” tionally, several bad-hop bounces gave Seniors making major contributions David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times their opponents one-goal victories. include two-year letter winners, David B. Corbin (February 2004 Archives) for The Westfield Leader and The Times LOTS OF DETERMINATION…The Blue Devil girls field hockey team played ATTEMPTING TO TURN RUBBERY ARMS…Blue Devil Sam Kramer, top, with heart and determination this season. “They never stopped playing hard Kristen Materek and Lorena regardless of their record and that Zamarelli. Senior first-year letter attempts to turn Farmer Ryan Lockwood to his back in a 112-lb bout last year. was the most important thing this winners are: Rachell Carr, Allison Recording eight takedowns, Kramer won via, 21-5, technical fall in 5:50. season,” said Blue Devil field hockey Feldman, Camille Hausheer, Tara Viking Soccer Boys Enjoy Head Coach Maggie McFadden. Meagher, Emily Ortuso, Rebecca “They never looked back and every Shulman, Katherine Sloan, Elizabeth game was a new challenge to them. Werner and Nicole Zubizarretta. Blue Devil Wrestlers Have Banner Year, Finish 16-2-1 They loved the game, played hard The 2005 Devils will feature five and never allowed to let their team- key juniors including Tri-Captains Low Numbers, Some Talent By FRED LECOMTE velous attitude.” mates and coaches down.” Samantha Manetti, Rebecca DeFazio Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Seamon, junior sweeper Brian Sixteen Devil girls will graduate; and Justine Cassidy. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Joe DeOliveira, Head Coach of the Osbahr, senior Tri-Captain/midfielder however, many underclassmen expe- “The good news is that we have good as anyone else,” said Kurz. the state tournament. He’s got the Union Catholic High School soccer Mat Cunha and junior goalie Chris rienced playing time in key positions good coaches who are doing a good “We have a very small group. The ability to do it. This sport all comes team for 12 years, has enjoyed a ban- Varga were selected to the First Team and offer an optimist outlook next job in Molly Phelan at the JV level guys who are working are working down to hard work. Is he willing to ner season, finishing 16-2-1. The Vi- All-Conference. Additionally, year. and Ann Margaret Shannon at the very hard and they will be top con- put in the time to make sure he gets kings won the Mountain Valley Con- Seamon was named to the All-State “Our outlook is encouraging,” said ninth grade level,” summarized tenders for the district. I am looking himself there?” ference (MVC) title and were com- Central I Sectional team. As to the McFadden. “Field hockey is perhaps McFadden. “Of course we view next to go down to the state tournament Junior Co-Captain Andrew Shaffer petitive in the Union County tourna- departure of Cunha, DeOliveira said, one of the most athletic games you year as a rebuilding year and it puts us and make some noise,” said DelDuca. was a pleasant surprise last year. He ment (UCT) and the North Jersey “He’s a four year letter winner that is can play. It’s a little round ball that into the position of having to do a lot Senior Sam Kramer (112-lbs) placed second in D-11 at 160-lbs and Parochial tournament. very tough technically in his play. He needs to be hit while running, so you of teaching. Our athletic process here boosted his career record to 52-21 by finished with a 13-7 record. Shaffer Entering undefeated and seeded will be difficult to replace.” definitely require some athletic skills.” at Westfield High School is a good finishing 18-6 last season. In his wrestled over the summer and, this fifth in the UCT, the Vikings defeated Seniors Dave Korsicat and Tri-Cap- Of the soon-to-be graduates, se- one. There are many opportunities to sophomore year, he placed fourth in season, he will eventually be compet- Westfield, 2-1, but experienced de- tain Brian DeOliveira made a huge nior Jessica Roparts had a strong sea- participate in activities and sports the Union County Tournament and ing at 152-lbs. feat at the feet of the Union Farmers contribution. “Korsicat earned a spot son and earned her first varsity letter. programs. We have a great nucleus of second in D-11. Last year, he placed “I’m around 155 at the end of prac- in the quarterfinals. at the starting stopper position and “She was a very focused player, had middle school kids coming up and we second in both tournaments and lost tice, 157 on the way in. I have been “We were the better team and never lost it. He played excellent ball several outstanding games and made look forward to that.” only to two individuals in his weight going down consistently every prac- should of put them away in the first control with both feet and was a great some incredible saves,” said class – four times to talented Ryan tice. I will get there,” said Shaffer twenty minutes, however the goals passer. As to Brian, this is my last year McFadden. Local HS Boys All-UC, Wilson of Rahway. who added. “I got a lot of work in over did not come and in a game like this coaching a son. Three sons came Senior Tri-Captains, forward All-State X-Country: “I haven’t really grown too much the summer. We lifted almost every if you do not put a good team away it through playing for me, David, Marc Lauren Purdy, a three-year varsity but I put on a little muscle. I’m going day. I didn’t get as many matches that spells trouble,” said Oliveiri. and Brian. They were always support- letter winner who scored three goals, Westfield High School junior Jeff to take another shot at 112 for the I had hoped for. I only got 50. I really The Vikings won the MVC title, ive, regardless of some of the rough and forward/midfielder Emily Printz Perrella was selected to The Star Led- fourth year in a row,” said Kramer. “I want to make it to Atlantic City.” recording victories over Bound Brook, seasons we endured. They never turned and midfielder Elizabeth Trimble, ger All-State First Team, All-Group 4 lost to only two kids in my weight last “He’s looking tough in the room,” A.J. Johnson and Rahway. In the Paro- me down, always respected me as both two-year letter winners, had a First Team and All-Union County year, one was a heartbreaker in the stated Kurz. “After football, it’s tak- chial tournament, the top-seeded Vi- coach and never asked for special treat- presence on the field was quite clear. (UC) First Team in boys cross-coun- regions in the last eight seconds and ing him a little while to get his tech- kings received a bye then defeated St. ment. I really respected them for that.” “They did a marvelous job in each try. Six Blue Devils, two Union Catho- the others were to Ryan Wilson.” nique. He wrestled a lot over the Peters Prep, 4-0, in the quarterfinals DeOliveira added, “One important and every game. They were monu- lic Vikings and on Scotch Plains- “Sam’s been tough in the past. I summer so it shouldn’t take him too before falling to Don Bosco Prep in a player I must mention was senior Tri- mental in motivation, leadership and Fanwood Raider received All-UC rec- expect more of the same,” said Kurz. long to get back into his groove.” double overtime shootout. Captain Marco Messercola, a shared their maturity with the rest of ognition. “He set his goals. He wants to make Junior Colin Willard placed third “Our most memorable games came Westfield native. Although this young their teammates,” said McFadden. Perrella was also named Union in the district at 171-lbs and is vying against St. Peter’s. We put it all to- man suffered a season ending knee “Purdy was our mainstay for the past County “Runner of the Year” and Gridder Fabiano Gets with Dan Whitney for the position. gether and outplayed them from the injury, he was the key motivator on three years. There was no doubt that Blue Devil Head Coach Jack Martin “Last year, Colin made it to the opening whistle,” explained the sideline. What shocked me mostly she was the best player on the field. was named Union County “Coach of All-UC First Team regions and, hopefully, that will mo- DeOliveira. “Rahway always is ex- was when we won the conference. the Year”. Under head coach Mike Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tivate him to get back there this sea- citing for us because that’s were I His teammates picked him up and NJ Lax Will Hold McCabe, the Vikings won their first School senior football defenseman son,” said Kurz. coached youth soccer for ten years, raised him up high. They did not Mountain Valley Conference Valley Marc Fabiano was named to The Other wrestlers in the varsity lineup so those kids looked forward to play- forget how important he was to them.” Lax Cadet Classes Division title. Star Ledger All-Union County (UC) are: juniors Colin MacKay (119), Matt ing their best game against us and DeOliveira concluded, “With the The New Jersey Interscholastic Blue Devil Robert Broadbent re- First Team and the All-Group 3 Kamel (119), Mark Boyd (160), Joe they did,” attitude that has blossomed this sea- Lacrosse Officials Association will ceived All-Group 4 Second Team and Second Team in defense. Four Raid- Correa (160), Bob Mroz (189), Steve The Vikings outscored their oppo- son, an experienced group of return- be holding cadet classes for individu- All-UC First Team recognition and ers and two Westfield High School Cruikshank (215) and Zak Bullek nents, 60-15 and, perhaps, the big- ing players and junior varsity kids als interested in officiating boys’ la- Viking Brian Guteri received All- football players received All-UC (heavyweight). gest giant on the field was junior that experienced a 14-game win sea- crosse. Classes will be held through- Non-Public Third Team and All-UC honors. The Blue Devils will open with Mike Seamon who broke a school son, we expect to have another ban- out the state. Interested individuals First Team honors. Blue Devils Mike Blue Devils Marc Dowling and East Side tomorrow, December 17, in record scoring 31 goals. ner year. I had the pleasure and op- must be at least 18 years old and prior Gorski and Kris Kagan and Raider Bryan Power received All-UC Sec- Newark at 4 p.m. “He definitely is the best player portunity to enjoy a great season of playing experience is not required. Mike Miller received All-UC Second ond Team honors in defense and that I have coached since coming fabulous attitude among the players, For more information, please call Team honors while Blue Devils Jay Raider Justis Evans was selected to here,” said DeOliveira. “He’s a great from the beginning to the end of the Mike Tatch at (973) 366-1744 or e- Hoban and Ameer Rogers, Viking the All-UC Third Team. Raiders Leroy See it all on the Web! motivator, someone who leads by season. I strongly believe that is what mail [email protected] or visit Jon Pais and Raider Josh Zinman Anglin and Sean Smith received All- www.goleader.com example and an athlete with a mar- brings a winning spirit.” www.njiloa.org. received All-UC Third Team honors. 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16 Offices Throughout New Jersey Owned and Operated By NRT Incorporated Page 16 Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Raiders Are Going to Scrap, Make Things Happen on Mat CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 “He worked hard in the off-season. force at 215-lbs. “Marc is my wres- I see him placing in the counties and tling partner and I’m am just trying to the districts,” Scholz said of Ferranti. get better every day,” Giannaci said. “Watson is tough, great on his feet. “He is a strong kid. Nick put on He’s pulling it all together.” size. He is a great football player. He Sophomore Pat Mineo blasted onto is a workhorse. He doesn’t give up. the scene last year at 135-lbs, wrestled He is a person to reckon with,” said some heroic bouts – Roselle Park Scholz. dual meet and District 11 finals – and Freshman Trevor Canon looks to captured the district title. He fell one make some waves at 112-lbs or 119- bout short – being edged in overtime lbs. Sophomore Sal Gano, who just in the region semifinals – of making missed qualifying for the regions last

the trip to Atlantic City and finished year at 112-lbs, is expected to compete David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WORKING ON THEIR PLAYS…Blue Devil Billy Hearon goes in for a lay up as Bryan Power, No. 11, and Josh Gerkens watch how he makes out during pre- TAKING CONTROL…Tony Pafumi takes control for the Blue Devil PAL season practice. wrestling team.

WF’s Fitzpatrick Gets WF PAL Opens Blue Devil Cagers Considered All-County in X-C Wrestling Season To Be ‘Good Balance’ of Boys Thomas Fitzpatrick of Westfield The Westfield PAL wrestling was named by The Star-Ledger to team opened its season last week CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 the First Team, All Hudson County with a tri-meet at Roosevelt Middle points-per-game average. for Cross-Country. Fitzpatrick is a mentally sound.” School against Newton and “He is very strong and plays good Rounding off the group will be sophomore at St. Peter’s Prepara- Randolph. Troy Skibitsky, Chris- defense. He has a good jump shot,” tory School in Jersey City. He started sophomore guards Tom Bonard and tian Barber, Tony Pafumi and said Everly. Mike Venezia. “I look for him to do his running career at Holy Trinity Willie Johnson had wins. Sam Hearon, a guard, came off the Interparochial School in Westfield. some scoring. He’s a good athlete,” Reichbach and Ricardo Johnson bench last year to contribute 84 points Everly said of Venezia. “Tom is a both had two wins on the day. Matt and 54 assists. He also was stingy playmaker and he has good defensive www.goleader.com Barber and Matt Albano had wins defensively and, this season, he is skills.” in exhibition bouts for the team. expected to contribute more in the “It’s a nice balance of kids, three scoring column. seniors, three juniors and two sopho- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Fred K. Lecomte (February 2004 Archives) for The Westfield Leader and The Times “He plays very good defense and mores. When you have a nice mix, Weichert TWIST AND TURN…There is no way of escaping this Navy ride by 130-lb Steve he takes the ball hard to the basket,” that way you have experienced kids NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Mineo who demolished Mendham’s Bill Hall in a technical fall in 3:11 in the North Weichert BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, PROCUREMENT commented Everly. “Billy, Bryan and every year,” said Everly. Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 quarterfinals in February of 2004. Erik all got playing time and are used SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et As to how this nice mix will fare in seq., in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- to what goes on in the Watchung Union County and the Watchung tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 1/6/2005 and opened and read for: with a 24-6 record. at 119-lbs or 125-lbs. Senior Dakim Conference.” Conference, Everly said, “It’s a wait Gaines should do quite well at 130-lbs. DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS AND ASBESTOS REMOVALCONTRACT 5-2004 Competing at 140-lbs this season, Adding to the mix are junior center and see situation. You never know ROUTE 1 & 9/35 SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP OF WOODBRIDGE Mineo commented, “I got a little big- Other experienced wrestlers are Dave Tom Bottini and junior 6’5” forward/ what you got until you get out there DeNichilo, Ricky Olsson (125/130-lbs) MIDDLESEX AND UNION COUNTIES ger. I grew a lot. I had a great fresh- center Josh Gerckens. and play. We have basketball players FEDERAL PROJECT # NH-0033 (227) man year but I have matured a lot. I’m and Rashawn Strong (160-lbs). He’s a big kid, a strong kid and is who work hard, are very competitive DP # 04139 looking to do better things.” “I know certain teams are strong a good rebounder,” Everly said of and want to do the best thing.” Pursuant to NJSA 52:32-44, For Federal aided projects, bidders must be registered “Just building off his excellent sea- this year. There are going to be three Bottini. “Josh Gerckens is smart. The Blue Devils open at Linden with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, prior to the time of son last year and getting him out of or four teams bidding for the counties He anticipates well and is funda- tomorrow, December 17, at 4 p.m. contract execution. Appropriate proof of registration should be provided to NJDOT as the region this year is our number 1 and district. It all depends on the soon as possible after receipt of the Notice of Award. matchups. I know we are going to do Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S 34:11-56.48 et seq. goal,” said Scholz. “He did condi- (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, tioning on the off-season, plus wres- well,” said Scholz. Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. The Department, in accordance with Title VI tling in the Nationals helped him. I “We did a lot of work in the fall, Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R.., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant definitely foresee him making the running and lifting, led by myself and to such Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business a few other seniors,” said Steve Mineo. enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not states. Bring both Mineos down!” discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, color, sex , national origin, or Junior Nick Giannaci, who wrestled “We may not have as many big name handicap in the contract award. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of junior varsity last year, will be quite a kids as last year but we have kids who P.L. 1975, c. 127 NJAC 17:27. Drawings, specifications, and bid documents may be are going to scrap and make some- inspected or obtained for a fee of $15.00, for full size drawings, at the NJDOT PUBLIC NOTICE thing happen.” Engineering and Operations Building 1st floor, Trenton, New Jersey 08625 during business hours. Names and addresses of prospective bidders for this project may be TOWN OF WESTFIELD The Raiders plan to make some- acquired by telephoning 609-530-8585 during business hours. Their fax number is 609- PLANNING BOARD thing happen when they host Kearny 530-4503. 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435 south avenue west, westfield, nj 908-233-0997 (right by the Circle) fax: 908-518-7770 Visit our website at www.DelectableEdibles.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2004 Page 17 Westfield Recreation Events 3rd Annual Family Bowling $26 per person. Bus departs 9 a.m. Recent Home Sales Night: Join us for a fun afternoon of Rent: Thursday, March 3, at 8 bowling on Saturday, January 15, at p.m. This Tony and Pulitzer Prize- Marilyn and George Yarbenet to Nancy McCool to Leonides 2 p.m. Bring family and friends, the winning Broadway musical features more the merrier! Held at Linden Jonathan and Lori Friedman, 115 Oak Macalinao and Maria Resurreccion, an energetically eclectic score that Tree Pass, $845,000. 760 Fairacres Avenue, $630,000. Lanes. Fee: $10.75 per person. In- accompanies the emotional story of cludes two hours of bowling and James and Elizabeth Perrin to Needle Point Homes, L.L.C. to love and loyalty among struggling Cendant Mobility Financial Corpo- James and Rita Riccardi, 33A shoe rental. (Snack bar will be open artists in New York’s East Village. for business). Please register by Fri- ration, 723 Clark Street, $680,000. Woodbrook Circle, $940,000. Location: State Theatre, New Cendant Mobility Financial Cor- Robert and Joan Vivian to Marga- day, December 31. Brunswick. Cost: $64 per person. Golf: Our popular golf class is poration to Peter Vietes and Lisa ret Buontempo, 1 Kirkview Circle, Bus departs 7 p.m. Carletta-Vietes, 723 Clark Street, $1,325,000. for ages eight to 14 and held at Oak Kodo Drummers: Wednesday, Ridge Golf Course in Clark with $680,000. Gurson and Jacqueline Berse to March 16, at 8 p.m. “If there is such Anthony Rubino and Susan Rubino Michael and Robin Ince, 1219 Bou- teaching pro, Bill McCluney. This a thing as perfection in music, Kodo popular course will be given on to Darren and Suzanne Kimelman, levard, $770,000. comes as near to it as any group in 621 Girard Avenue, $569,000. Frank Di Giovanni to David Muzii, Tuesdays on the following dates: the world,”proclaimed The Boston April 12, 19 and 26, and May 3. Kathleen Klahr to D. Villane Con- 190 Cottage Placce, $420,000. Globe. Exploring the limitless pos- struction, L.L.C., 428 Palsted Avenue, Ernest and Cynthia Ladas to Victor Course times are from 4 to 6 p.m. sibilities of the traditional Japanese Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times $275,000. and Kari Lynn Velazquez, 230 Mas- Fee: $88 drum, Kodo is forging new direc- VISITING TOWN...Doug Forrester, GOP candidate for governor in 2005, Spring Golf Camp: Join Bill Taplynn Dugan to The Roman sachusetts Street, $659,000. tions for a vibrant, living art form. stopped in Westfield with his wife to greet fellow Republicans and to provide Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity, McCluney for an informative and holiday greetings. Pictured above, from left to right, are: Senator Thomas Kean, Location: State Theatre. Cost: $60 512 Westfield Avenue, $639,900. See it all on the Web! hands-on camp for ages eight to 14. per person. Bus departs at 7 p.m. Jr. (R21), Andrea Forrester, Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R21) and Phil Morin, Held the week of April 4. Details to Chairman of the Union County Republican Committee. Irmgard Behlau to Nicole Winters, The Temptations and the Four 775 Fairacres Avenue, $507,500. www.goleader.com follow. Tops: Sunday, March 13 at 7 p.m. Karate: Our karate classes are Two of Motown’s best-loved groups for ages five and older, and are held team up for a memorable State The- at Karate N’ Motion in Westfield. atre evening! They guarantee a OLDWELL ANKER Classes are beginning and interme- soul-stirring stroll down memory C B diate level and are held for 10-week lane. Cost: $65 per person. Bus sessions on Thursdays or Saturdays. departs 6 p.m. Happy Holidays Opportunity Knocks Winter dates will be available. Please register for the above pro- Night Place: Offered to Westfield grams at: The Westfield Recreation students in grades 6 through 8 on the Department, 425 East Broad Street following Friday nights from 7:30 to For further information, please call 9:30 p.m. at Edison Intermediate the Westfield Recreation Office at School: December 17, January 21, (908) 789-4080 or visit February 18, April 15 and May 13. westfieldnj.net/townhall/recreation. Fee: $3 at the door. Teen Center: The Teen Center is open on most Friday evenings during the school year between the hours of 7 and 11 p.m. for all Westfield High School Students. (Closed during Night Place dates). The center features pool tables, ping-pong tables, air hockey tables, video games, large TV and VCR with movies, complete stereo system, vending machines and more! Piano: Learn basic piano skills in reading music and playing melo- There is no better time than the Holidays to express dies on electronic keyboards from my appreciation for your business and friendship. Help- instructors of the NJ Workshop for ing families find and acquire the home of their dreams Garwood . . . Why throw your money away renting when you can the Arts. Classes located at 361 enjoy your own home? Currently used as a legal two family, this South Avenue, East. Each 10-week has always been, and will continue to be, the most sat- session is 30 minutes in length, and precious Cape Cod is strategically located within walking distance of includes six students per class. Win- isfying aspect of my service to each of you. NYC Train & Bus. Collect rent now and when the time is right, this ter session begins January 10 for 8 Room charmer would make a beautiful one family. (WSF1098) second and third graders. Class times: 4, 4:30 or 5 p.m. Cost: $145. May the spirit of the season fill your heart with You can’t go wrong at $359,900! Total Toning: Let Maureen peace and joy! Kobrin get you in shape for the Call Faith Immediately to take advantage of this Unique Opportunity! holidays! Classes are held on Mon- Or visit my website at www.NJTopHomes.com days and Thursdays from 7:30 to Hye Young Choi For a Property Brochure. 8:30 p.m. in the Municipal Build- ing Community Room. 10 classes are offered per session, and ses- COLDWELL BANKER Faith A. Maricic sions are continuous. Late fall ses- 908-301-2029 (Direct Line) sion is held from October 21 to RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE November 29. Fee: $65/session. Westfield Office • 209 Central Avenue Visit my Website at: www.NJTopHomes.com (908) 233-5555 ext. 165 for Virtual Tours and Property Brochures Atlantic City Trip to Bally’s: Sat- (908) 301-2015 - Direct © 2004 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is aregistered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. urday, February 12, 9 a.m. to 8:30 [email protected] p.m. Enjoy a day at the casinos, An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT, Inc. shopping, or just sight seeing. Cost: Westfield Office 209 Central Avenue 908-233-5555

WESTFIELDSpecial Warmth $459,000 WESTFIELDNew Construction $865,000 Situated on a 60’x120’ property, this charming three bedroom, two full bath expanded Cape Cod has a Situated on a quiet dead-end street, this fabulous new 3200 sq. ft. farmhouse styled colonial will have all lot of ambiance. The first floor offers a master bedroom with a walk-in closet, main bath, kitchen and the amenities for today’s buyer. Beautiful mahogany front porch enters into the grand open foyer. The living room. The second floor has one bedroom and a den. Enjoy the family room in the full finished classic open flow features a sun filled living room, formal dining room, grand eat-in kitchen which opens basement w/laundry room. A huge fully fenced back yard. Easy commute to NYC, parkway. (052009992) into a spacious family room w/woodburning fireplace. In addition, there is a library/office or bedroom, a full bath & 2 car garage. Master bedroom w/private bath plus 3 additional bedrooms, main bath & laundry. (052009714)

WESTFIELD Lovely Split Level $499,900 WESTFIELDBright Colonial $429,000 Lovingly maintained & updated 4 BR, 2 full bath Split w/finished basement on expansive 79’x142’ property. Remod- Original 1920’s Colonial on a large corner property. Three bedrooms and one bath. Living room with woodburning eled kitchen opens into the dining area for an inviting family get together. Anderson French sliders from dining area fireplace, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and breakfast nook, den, mudroom. High ceilings with original chestnut to deck, newer bath, maintenance free exterior. Plus a wonderful yard featuring a patio w/basketball hoop, built-in trim and hardwood floors. Great potential. (052009834) gas grill, fully fenced yard. Minutes to GSP for easy commute. Call for private tour today! (052009723) Page 18 Thursday, December 16, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Children’s Specialized Expands Services FW Plaza FANWOOD – On December 6, the spoke to the crowd and stated, “Like Children’s Specialized Hospital most people, I chose to come to Fanwood Plaza facility, located at Fanwood Plaza because of the inti- 313 South Avenue, hosted an open mate, person centered way my family house. Attendees of the event were was treated. Now with the beautiful able to tour the entire facility while expansion, we thankfully can con- observing the ribbon cutting and pre- tinue to enjoy that feeling of a small- sentation of the proclamation by individualized setting but with the Deputy Mayor Paulette Coronto of added bonus of an increased variety Scotch Plains. of services.” Another presentation of the procla- During the ribbon cutting, her son mation was televised live at the town Zachary helped cut the ribbon with council meeting on local access Chan- Deputy Mayor Coronto. nels 34 and 35 on December 14. Expansion of services at Fanwood Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The open house was in recognition Plaza was made possible by the help DOING THE RIGHT THING…Starbucks of Westfield had the right idea when of the expansion of services in the of JMK BMW, Kohl’s and Congress- it came to being shopper friendly during the holiday season. Starbucks assumed Educational and Outpatient Fanwood man Ferguson. the cost and bagged 100 parking meters in town on December 14. Plaza center. Expansions include Child Key donations include this past Study Teams, Feeding Team Evalua- summer’s JMK BMW especially cre- Scotch Plains Recreation Events ated Children’s Specialized Hospital tions and Ambulatory Care Services. Senior Line Dancing: With these expansions in place, charity driven program of $100 for Taught by provide educational, cultural and Children’s Specialized Hospital is every purchase or lease of a new or Sandy and Lou Smehil. The class history-oriented trips for area resi- able to treat more children. The highly certified pre-owned vehicle. will be held Wednesdays, Decem- dents. Individuals are invited to WestfieldNew Listing $499,900 trained friendly staff at Children’s These donations were specifically ber 1 through February 9 (no class broaden their horizons by partak- Specialized Hospital continuously geared towards the expansion and January 12). Classes are held in the ing in these EduTravel opportuni- Move right into this lovely home with hardwood floors sends families home pleased with the construction of the new learning cen- Towne House in Green Forest Park ties, specifically geared for family from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fee outings. These excursions may be located in a quiet neighborhood. This home boasts 3 bed- outstanding services in mind. The ter for children with learning dis- Fanwood Plaza expansion will only abilities at Fanwood Plaza. The ini- is $15 for residents, $20 for non- given as a gift for a birthday, anni- rooms, 1 full and 2 half baths, sliding doors that open to continue to show why Children’s tial plan was to raise over $50,000, residents. Register in the Recre- versary or upcoming holiday. A the deck and a fenced-in yard. Grade level family & laun- Specialized Hospital is the number but ended up exceeding $64,000. ation Office in the Municipal Build- minimum of 15 registrants is re- one Pediatric Rehabilitation hospital Congressman Mike Ferguson and ing on Park Avenue. quired for each trip to operate. En- dry rooms, basement recreation room, new central air con- in the United States. Kohl’s “Care for Kids” continues sup- The Community School of Scotch rollments limited. EduTravel res- ditioning & underground lawn sprinkler system. Located Lisa Zimmerman, who is on the port and involvement also raised a con- Plains-Fanwood has affiliated with ervations are not refundable but the Township of Scotch Plains Rec- may be transferable to another per- within walking distance to Tamaques Park. WSF1077 executive board for the Learning Dis- siderable amount of money towards mak- abilities Association of Scotch Plains ing this worthwhile expansion possible. reation Department this semester to son if the trip has a waiting list. and Fanwood and a parent of two Susan Checchio children who have been patients at Patrick McMahon Sales Associate Children’s Specialized Hospital, is extremely happy with the patient care Named to Honor List NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award 1998-2003 Direct Line: 301-2014 and extended services. Most of all, WESTFIELD – Patrick E-mail: [email protected] she loves the Children’s Specialized McMahon of Westfield was named www.suechecchio.com Hospital staff and is forever grateful to the Dean’s Honor List at Louisi- ©2004 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT, Inc. for the services they have provided ana Tech University in Ruston, La. for her two children. for the fall quarter. WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 At the open house, Ms. Zimmerman PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE IS hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Township Council of the ! ! Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- day, December 14, 2004 the following ordinances entitled: AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUNDAY MARCH 27, 2005 IN THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS AN ORDINANCE AU- THORIZING THE EXCHANGE OF TITLE TO LOT 5 IN BLOCK 7302 FOR LOT 7 IN BLOCK 7303. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 2-20-31 OF CHAP- TER IV OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ENTITLED FIRE DE- PARTMENT, ESTABLISH- MENT AND REGULATIONS. "#$%$&'(&)'(*+,%,("'%'#-$$("./$++'-%0)$(,1'$*2"%$)$'"("(&'%%,3"# were adopted on second and final read- "#,)"++')'+$)4$'5)"(&3,5)-$*),,.# 635%%'(*2,'%3-'# &,5).$7"+$( ing. -$'5"35%.,%*"(&# 2"(*,2)$'.$(#'(**$#"&($)'//,"(.$(#),5&,54$ TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Barbara Riepe -'+70')*3$'5)$#'+,1$)$*/,)+%$'*"(&,'%')&$+$*')*$+74 ,(1$("$(%0%,+'$* Township Clerk ,($'%3-%,+73),.)'(7%"(+,,%4 1 T - 12/16/04, The Times Fee: $26.52 33$)$*'8 6 '%%9693,)'('//,"(.$(,):,"(5#',5)/$(,5#$4)"(+"/'%#(%04 COLDWELL BANKER There’s No Place Like Home For The Holidays!

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WESTFIELD OFFICE • 209 CENTRAL AVENUE • 908-233-5555 WESTFIELD OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2004 Page 19

BED PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE HELP WANTED EVALUATORS New Visco Memory Foam, Westfield Law Firm with prestige RECREATION DIRECTOR JOBS LOTS OF JOBS!! Queen mattress set in plastic. location has two offices available CLASSIFIEDS Fanwood Recreation Commission A legitimate Shopping company Value $1500. Sell $425. for separate rental or to be rented is seeking a qualified individual requires evaluators in Can deliver (732) 259-6690 together. Secretarial space and HOUSE CLEANING HELP WANTED as a Recreation Director. The Springfield, Union and North common office usage and services SARA CLEANING SERVICES VOLUNTEERS NEEDED position is part-time throughout Bergen to audit Businesses. available. Call: the year to plan, organize, direct NO FEES TO PAY!! BEDROOM SET Good references - Reliable Westfield Volunteer Rescue Managing Partner Squad seeks persons willing to and evaluate program activities Apply online and start today at: (908) 233-9000 English speaker 7 pc. Cherry, bed, chest, dresser CALL = (973) 277-2320 train as Emergency Medical and facilities. Send resume with www.secretshopnet.com & mirror and night stand. New in Technicians. No prior exp. references to: Fanwood box. Value $2200 sell $925. WESTFIELD VICTORIAN Administrator, 75 North Martine AUTO FOR SALE needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., PUBLIC NOTICE (732) 259-6690 Northside turn-of-century min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. Avenue, Fanwood, NJ 07023. 1991 Buick Skylark - GREAT com- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Victorian Wrap-around porch. coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or muter car! Clean/runs well, HELP WANTED DINING ROOM Light, airy, lots of windows. 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- BOND ORDINANCE WORKING AC, PS, PW, PD, AM/ STATEMENT AND SUMMARY Lovely, desirable street near elem ents of school children. Childcare REAL ESTATE, Agents at All wood set, hand carved FM Cassette, NEW breaks, NEW The bond ordinance, the summary terms pedestal table, 6 chairs, hutch/ school, library, downtown, trains. reimbursement available! Burgdorff ERA are breaking all 5 BR incl master suite w/ sitting muffler/pipes, Inspection is records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate of which are included herein, has been buffet. Retail $8000. Sell $2900. Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. finally adopted by the Township Council of area. 2.5 baths, lge kitchen w/ CURRENT.Please e-mail Jim at: firm has training classes starting Can deliver (732) 259-6690 [email protected] 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. the Township of Scotch Plains, in the bkfst nook/lge banquet, 1st fl soon. Scholarships available. County of Union, State of New Jersey on Call the Recruiting Team at laundry rm, family rm w/ circular or call (732) 801-3200 Call 1-866-BURGDORFF or December 14, 2004 and the 20-day period DINING ROOM (908) 233-2500 for details of limitation within which a suit, action or stairs to basemt play rm/office, www.burgdorff.com\careers OFFICE SUITE FOR RENT proceeding questioning the validity of such Beautiful cherry set, table, hutch backyard brick patio & water HELP WANTED ordinance can be commenced, as pro- & buffet, 6 chairs. Sacrifice. $1275. garden. $825,000. WESTFIELD. Prime location, BOOKKEEPER - PART TIME vided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to Real Estate: Thinking of making a Can deliver (732) 259-6690 By appt. (908) 654-0138. center of town, in modern Westfield Law Firm seeks run from the date of the first publication of elevator building. 750-1150 sq change? Prudential NJ Properties this statement. Copies of the full ordi- experienced individual with nance are available at no cost and during VACATION RENTAL ft. Adj parking and NY trains. is now interviewing for full time DINING ROOM real estate agent positions, computer skills. Fax resume with regular business hours, at the Clerk’s of- Naples, Fla. at “Falling Waters” Please call (508) 228-3030 or work experience and salary fice for members of the general public who Country French oak 54" rnd table, email: [email protected] Westfield Office. Call Margie request the same. The summary of the opens 54 x 84, two arm chairs, condo. 2 Bdr, 2 Bth, pool, tennis, (908) 232-5664, ext. 103. requirements to: terms of such bond ordinance follows: four side chairs, hand-carved, rush 10 min. to beach. $2800/mo. or Hiring Partner PUBLIC NOTICE (908) 233-5612 TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE seats. A+ cond. (732) 381-6828. $8000/3mos. Call owner DRIVERS WANTED TO APPROPRIATE AN ADDI- (610) 489-2079 or (908) 232-0632 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY TIONAL SUM OF $150,000 CHANCERY DIVISION HOME DAILY & WEEKENDS! PUBLIC NOTICE FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ANTENNA\TOWER AT KENMORE DRYER MATTRESS AND BOX UNION COUNTY Based in NJ. CDL&A, DOCKET NO. F1307903 Good MVR, exp req., TOWN OF WESTFIELD THE SOUTH SIDE FIRE Moving, must sell. Kenmore Elite CAP File No. 7355-03 PLANNING BOARD HOUSE (CO. NO. 2) IN, BY Queen pillow top. Name brand, Ability to read a map. AND FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF electric dryer, less than one year Notice is hereby given that the Westfield new in plastic $140. Can Deliver. NOTICE TO REDEEM SCOTCH PLAINS, IN THE Schwartzy’s Trucking Planning Board at its meeting on Monday old. Excellent condition. Originally COUNTY OF UNION, NEW (732) 259-6690 FUNB CUST/TTEE C/O PLY- (866) 867-4400 December 6, 2004 memorialized the fol- $475. $250 obo. (206) 898-9927. JERSEY, TO MAKE A DOWN MOUTH SPV 2, INC. VS. DOU- lowing Board action taken at the special PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE GLAS E. ROBINSON, HIS PIANO LESSONS meeting on November 15, 2004: PUBLIC NOTICE HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS MATTRESS SET 04-20(V) A & R WESTFIELD LINCOLN TO FINANCE SUCH ADDI- TOWN OF WESTFIELD SONAL REPRESENTATIVES TEACHING SINCE 1970 PLAZA, LLC, ONE LINCOLN TIONAL APPROPRIATION Ortho plush Full size, new in BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND THEIR OR ANY OF plastic with warranty $120. THEIR SUCCESSORS IN (908) 889-4095 PLAZA, BLOCK 3104, LOT 1, AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE Notice is hereby given that Westfield RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- SEEKING PRELIMINARY AND ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICI- (732) 259-6690 Board of Adjustment adopted Resolutions EST; LILLIAN V. ROBINSON, FINAL MAJOR SITE PLAN PATION NOTES IN ANTICI- at its December 13, 2004 meeting for the HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVI- BABYSITTER NEEDED APPROVAL. APPLICANT PATION OF THE ISSUANCE following applications heard at its Novem- SEES AND PERSONAL REP- SEEKING APPROVAL TO OF SUCH BONDS. ber 8, 2004 meeting: Experienced, loving and reliable CONVERT THE SECOND AND PUBLIC NOTICE RESENTATIVES AND THEIR Purpose(s): Supplemental funding for babysitter needed for 6 & 9 yr old. THIRD FLOORS OF THE EX- The Young Men’s Association of OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- the replacement of the antenna\tower at TOWN OF WESTFIELD ISTING BUILDING FROM Westfield, 422 East Broad Street, Block SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND Mon,Tue,& Fri 3-6 pm. Start in the South Side Fire House (Co. No. 2) in, BUSINESS OFFICES TO Public Notice is hereby given that the 3901, Lot 2. Applicant proposes to con- INTEREST ; MARIA S. Jan. Must have car. by and for the Township. EIGHT (8) RESIDENTIAL CON- ordinances as follows was passed and struct additions and alterations to the ex- FLORES, M.D.; COUNTY OF Call (908) 789-3433 DOMINIUM UNITS WITH THE Appropriation: $150,000 adopted by the Town Council of the Town isting First Church of Christ Scientists, ESSEX; STATE OF NEW JER- PNC BANK BRANCH FACIL- Bonds/Notes Authorized: $142,500 of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on erect a storage shed, make changes to the SEY; STATE OF NEW JER- LIVE-OUT SHARED NANNY ITY CONTINUING TO OC- Grants (if any) Appropriated: -0- December 14, 2004. parking lot and other various site related SEY CUPY THE FIRST FLOOR. AN Section 20 Costs: $70,000 Bernard A Heeney improvements, and intends to use the TO: DOUGLAS E. ROBINSON, HIS Exp. person to care for 2 infants ADDITION TO HOUSE AN EL- Useful Life: 10 years Town Clerk building, including the basement, for child HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL (AM/PM) & 3 y o (PM) 8AM-6PM, EVATOR IS ALSO PRO- Barbara Riepe care as well as other Y.M.C.A. run pro- GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1842 REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR POSED. Approved with condi- Township Clerk grams and functions. Approved with con- M-F, Fanwood, start end of Feb. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN tions. Township of Scotch Plains ditions. THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; LILLIAN Refs, non-smoker, driver’s license Kenneth B. Marsh County of Union William & Patricia Fitzpatrick, 695 WESTFIELD CHAPTER 14 V. ROBINSON, HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, req’d. Call Eva (908) 322-8183 Secretary State of New Jersey Dorian Road, seeking permission to erect “OFFENSES MISCELLA- DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- or Susan (973) 387-0431. 1 T - 12/16/04, The Leader Fee: $26.52 1 T - 12/16/04, The Times Fee: $47.43 NEOUS” BY ADDING A NEW a 2 ½ story addition contrary to the require- SENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF SECTION THERETO DEAL- ments of Sections: 11.06E5 of the Land THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE ING WITH THE OPERATION Use Ordinance. Approved with condi- AND INTEREST OF MECHANICAL EQUIP- tions. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order MENT WHICH CREATES John & Kathleen Anton, 119 Hazel made on DECEMBER 2, 2004, the Supe- LOUD AND DISTURBING Avenue, seeking permission to install a rior Court Fixed JANUARY 20, 2005 be- TREE TIPS: NOISES deck on the back of the property contrary tween the hours of nine o’clock in the to the requirements of Section: 12.04F2 of forenoon and four o’clock in the afternoon, GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1843 Spruce - The Christmas Tree Favorite the Land Use Ordinance. Approved with prevailing time, at the office of the Tax AN ORDINANCE AMENDING conditions. Collector of the CITY OF PLAINFIELD, THE LAND USE ORDINANCE Margaret & Richard Hammill, 211 Park located at 515 WATCHUNG AVENUE, OF THE TOWN OF By: Martin Schmiede, President Street, seeking permission to install a PLAINFIELD, NJ 07061, as the time and WESTFIELD AT SECTION chain Link fence around the perimeter of place when and where you may pay to the Schmiede Tree Expert Company 2.11, DEFINITIONS; M AND N, their household contrary to the require- plaintiff the amount so found due for prin- SECTION 2.17, DEFINITIONS; ments of Section: 13.02D5 of the Land cipal and interest on its certificate of tax T TO Z, SECTION 11.25, CBD Use Ordinance. Approved with condi- sale as follows: The most commonly-used One of the most frequent fun- Despite all their problems, CENTRAL BUSINESS DIS- tions. TAX SALE CERTIFICATE #000811, TRICT, SECTION 17.02, MINI- Christmas trees are the spruces. gus infections that plague the spruce trees bring great pleasure Kevin Kennedy, 1555 Lamberts Mill covering LOT 9 BLOCK 726 on the tax MUM NUMBER OF OFF- People like these trees for their spruces is cytospora canker. It and true beauty to many people. Rd., seeking permission to erect a new duplicate of the CITY OF PLAINFIELD. STREET PARKING AND single-family dwelling utilizing the existing Total amount required to redeem is precise pyramidal shapes and is an ailment giving us great con- When decorated with bright LOADING SPACES, SECTION foundation for a portion of the new dwell- $25,466.92, together with interest from 17.03, LOCATION OF RE- dense foliage. cern as it does not respond to any lights and colored balls at Christ- ing. Applicant seeks variance from Sec- AUGUST 25, 2004 and costs. QUIRED PARKING SPACES, tion 12.03D and 11.04E.6 of the Land Use And that unless, at the same time and Spurce trees can be identified treatment. The rosin oozing mas time, spruces are holiday SECTION 17.10, ILLUMINA- Ordinance. Approved with conditions. place, you or one of you redeem by paying from other evergreens by their from the branches and trunks re- treats for all who see nature it- TION OF PARKING AND Ross Rosen, 166 Mountain Avenue, the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, LOADING AREAS, SECTION short stiff needles. When viewed infects new limbs, causing them self in their greenish-blue seeking permission to use the building for then you, and each of you shall be de- 18.02, LIST OF CONDITIONAL the offices of one full time acupuncturist barred and foreclosed of and from all right at close range, most are square to die one after another. needled branches. USES, ZONES WHERE PER- and a second part-time acupuncturist work- and equity of redemption of, in and to the MITTED, AND AT ARTICLE in shape although feeling round Spurce trees also have sev- Every lawn should be graced ing approximately 20 hours per week in- lands and premises above set out and 18, CONDITIONAL USES, IN and sharp to the touch. Differ- eral insects as their enemies. by a spruce tree. cluding their support staff and permission described in the complaint and every part ORDER TO PERMIT AGE- to use a portion of the basement for such thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested entiating between various vari- Spider mites, gallaphids and RESTRICTED MULTI-FAMILY use as well as permission to erect a free with an absolute and indefeasible estate HOUSING ON THE GROUND eties of spruce trees can be more pine weevils have been quite de- standing sign. Applicant seeks variance of inheritance in fee simple in said lands FLOOR AS A CONDITIONAL from section 11.11, 12.04C and 16.04 of and premises. difficult, sometimes requiring an structive to the spruces. These USE IN THE CBD ZONE DIS- the land use ordinance. Approved with Anything to the contrary notwithstand- indentification key. bugs can be controlled with TRICT conditions. ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Many native types of spruce modern insecticides and GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1844 Jane Zito, 474 North Avenue, East, the entry of final judgment including the AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND seeking permission to install a sign on whole of the last date upon which judg- come from our country’s moun- systemics while the fungus in- THE TOWN CODE OF THE each side of the building and over the front ment is entered. tains. Among the most popular fections cannot be cured on TOWN OF WESTFIELD door contrary to the requirements of Sec- Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. domestic species are the Colo- these evergreens. CHAPTER 13, “MOTOR VE- tion: 16.04E3a & 16.04E3b4 of the Land Attorney for Plaintiff HICLES AND TRAFFIC” BY Use Ordinance. Withdrawn. CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. rado blue spruces. Their distinc- Spruces are also shallow- AMENDING CERTAIN PRO- Lori A. Boyd, Secretary One Gatehall Drive tive bluish-green colors make rooted. Occasionally ice pock- VISIONS THEREOF Board of Adjustment Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1 T - 12/16/04, The Leader Fee: $48.96 1 T - 12/16/04, The Leader Fee: $55.08 1 T - 10/16/04, The Leader Fee: $64.26 these trees stand apart from other ets form between the trees’ roots plants. There are also several im- and the surrounding soil. This ported varieties preferred for or- can be caused by alternating namental planting. These in- freezing and thawing weather clude Norwegian, Serbian and conditions. Winds may make Kay Gragnano Oriental spruce trees. trees with these ice conditions Ornamental spruces are not to fall. Sales Associate without their problems. They do Spruce trees are like people. SCHMIEDE TREE WESTFIELD OFFICE not adapt as well from their for- They need more care as they est environments as others do to grow older. Although spruces EXPERT CO., INC. 209 CENTRAL AVENUE residential properties. As they may require more attention than 908-233-TREE 908-233-5555 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE age, they tend to lose their bot- do other species, they are not tom branches, destroying sym- alone in their needs for special metry. reviews. PAID BULLETIN BOARD

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Peter Metz; her sons, Michael and Barbara Ann Douglas Pattyson, 62, along with her grandchildren Andrew Received Papal Knight of St. Gregory Mountainside, N.J., born in Birming- Peter Metz; her brother, John Miller was a 24-year resident of Monroe, Douglas Pattyson, Julia A. Pattyson ham, Ala. in 1921, passed away in her and his wife, Peggy Miller; her sister- Conn. until she entered eternal rest and Katie V. Pattyson. Charles G. Smith of Fanwood died Additionally, Mr. Smith was a home on December 13, 2004 in the in-law, Peggy Miller; her daughters- on December 3, 2004 in her Barbara is also survived on Friday, November 26, at the Rob- trustee of the Newark Jaycees and the company of her loving husband of 55 in-law, Denise Shekerjian and Phyllis home. by her sister-in-law Kathy ert Wood Johnson University Hospi- Boys Club of Newark. He served on years, and her two sons, after a long Pollack, and her grandchildren, Luke Mrs. Pattyson was born Oden and brother-in-law tal of Rahway. the advisory council of St. Elizabeth bout with cancer. and Matthew Metz and in Hazelton, Pa. to Robert Michael Flagg Pattyson. Born in Newark, he moved to Hospital in Elizabeth from 1962 to Ruth graduated from Sarah and David Metz. M. Douglas, Sr. and Julia Barbara was a gifted Fanwood in 1961. 1972 and was director and charter Auburn University and She is remembered by Wichie Douglas on January craft enthusiast specializ- Mr. Smith had been the manager of president of the Seton Hall Univer- received a master’s de- all as a most loving and 16, 1942. Barbara’s mother ing in handmade quilts, Ironbound Glass Works in Newark sity Alumni Association. gree in microbiology generous person. predeceased her. needlepoint and country for 12 years before retiring in 1990. Mr. Smith was an adjunct student from Vanderbilt Uni- A memorial service A Cranford native, Bar- cross-stitch. Barbara’s Previously, he was Vice President of advisor at Pace University and a versity. She served in will be held at the Com- bara graduated from home was seasonally ap- the Fidelity Union Trust Co. in New- former director of the Essex County the American Red munity Presbyterian Cranford High School in pointed with decorations ark. Chapter of the American Red Cross. Cross in Europe during Church of New Jersey in 1959. Barbara that enriched the atmo- He graduated from Drake Business He served on the advisory committee World War II, where Mountainside, Deer was employed as a secretary Barbara Ann sphere and excelled as a College in Newark and from the for the United Way of Essex County she met her husband. Path and Meeting for CPA John Manger Douglas Pattyson homemaker. Motherhood, American Institute of Banking in and the YM/YWCA of Newark. A prodigious reader, House Lane, on Satur- through high school and con- wife, friend, and personal- 1957. Mr. Smith earned a bachelor’s He was director of the Essex Bank- Ruth was very active in Ruth Lacey Metz day, December 18, at 2 tinued her position after graduating. ity defined her. degree from Seton Hall University in ing Association and committee chair- her community, serv- p.m. A reception will Barbara is survived by her devoted Barbara was a parishioner of Saint South Orange in 1962. man of the New Jersey Bankers Asso- ing as a founding member and Elder follow at the home of Ruth and Peter husband of 41 years, Brian H. Jude’s Church in Monroe. A United States Army veteran of ciation, and a financial consultant to of the Community Presbyterian Metz, 1009 Mary Allen Lane, Pattyson of Westfield; her father Rob- A memorial service was held at World War II, he also served with the the Archdiocese of Newark. Church of Mountainside; President Mountainside. ert M. Douglas, Sr.; brothers Bob and Saint Jude’s Church on December 9. Merchant Marine in the Mr. Smith addition- of the Deerfield School PTA, and as Arrangements are by the Gray Fu- Jim and sister Joan Pagano and their In lieu of flowers, contributions South Pacific. ally was a trustee at a member and Chairwoman of the neral Home, 318 East Broad Street in spouses and children. can be made to the Alzheimer’s Asso- He received the Papal St. Bartholomew the Mountainside Juvenile Conference Westfield. Barbara is the mother of Brian D. ciation of Connecticut, 96 Oak Street, Knight of St. Gregory Apostle Roman Committee. In lieu of flowers, the family has Pattyson, Kimberly Ann Pattyson, Hartford, Conn., 06106, (866) 363- by Pope Paul IV in 1971, Catholic Church in For many years, she was a volun- asked that memorial contributions be Mark A. Pattyson and her daughter- 6679. an honor bestowed by Scotch Plains from teer at Overlook Hospital and made to the Children’s Specialized in-law, Deborah A. Dizenzo Pattyson, December 16, 2004 Archbishop Bolan of the 1968 to 1984. He was Children’s Specialized Hospital. She Hospital Auxiliary, 150 New Provi- Archdiocese of Newark. a member of the also was a co-founder and first trea- dence Road, Mountainside, N.J. Robert L. Bunting, 76, Was Executive; Mr. Smith was a Re- church’s Holy Name surer of the Plainfield chapter of Habi- 07092. publican councilman in Society, a Eucharis- tat for Humanity. She was a member December 16, 2004 ‘Y’ President Served on Rescue Squad Fanwood from 1969 to tic minister and a of the Westfield Garden Club and a 1972. He also was vice member of the Catho- prize-winning orchid grower. She Another Obit Robert Lloyd Bunting, 76, of at the Plainfield Country Club. chairman of the lic Golden Agers. loved the symphony and theater. Westfield died on Friday, December Mr. Bunting was a United States Fanwood Planning He was a past presi- Ruth is survived by her husband, on Page 21 10, at his residence. Army veteran, having served two tours Board from 1966 to Charles G. Smith dent of the Parent- Born in Hackensack, he was raised of duty in Korea and receiving the 1969, and a former pub- Teacher Association of DEATH NOTICE in Hasbrouck Heights. He had also Korean combat medal. lic safety commissioner in Fanwood. St. Bartholomew and Union Catholic lived in San Rafael, Calif. and in Surviving are his wife, Marilyn He was chairman of the Selective High School in Scotch Plains. Edith M. Mott, 80, Former Nurse; Kalamazoo, Mich. before moving to Peterson Bunting; three sons, Robert Service Board in Union County from Surviving are his wife, Edna Smith; Westfield 37 years ago. Bunting, Jr. of Westfield, Kevin 1981 to 2001, and a registered lobby- a daughter, Pamela Caton; three sons, A graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson Bunting of Richmond, Va. and Greg ist for the State of New Jersey Repub- Glenn Smith, Gordon Smith and Enjoyed Serving Her Community University, Mr. Bunting had been Bunting of Atlanta, Ga., and eight lican National Committee Sustaining Christopher Smith, and nine grand- Edith Marie “Edie” Mott, 80, died Edie also enjoyed gardening. employed with the Everlasting Valve grandchildren. Member (Century Club) since 1972. children. Company in South Plainfield for 33 The funeral was held on Tuesday, Monday, November 22, at her home She was predeceased by a brother, A member of the Knights of Co- A Mass was offered on Monday, in Deerlake Village in Brevard, N.C. Charles Mott, Jr., of Westfield, and a years, retiring as President in 1999. December 14, from the Memorial lumbus Father Nelligan Council in November 29, at St. Bartholomew She resided in Brevard for six years. sister, Carole Mott Cornell of La He received a Distinguished Service Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in Scotch Plains, he also belonged to the Apostle Church, following the Award from the ABMA (American Fanwood. A Mass followed at St. Born in Cranford, Edie was the Crescenta, Calif. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. funeral from the Rossi Funeral Home eldest child of the late Charles Irwin Surviving are a sister, Betty Mott Boiler and Manufacturing Associa- Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in 10122 of Scotch Plains-Fanwood; in Scotch Plains. Mott and Edith Marie Moore Mott. Vetland and her husband, Ted, of tion). Westfield. Interment took place at American Legion Post No. 209, and Memorial donations may be made He had been President of the Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. A 1942 graduate of Cranford High Panama City, Fla.; a brother-in-law, the American Merchant Marine Den- to the Fanwood Rescue Squad or the School, Edie had been a licensed prac- Edwin Cornell of La Crescenta, Ca- Westfield YMCA, a Boy Scout leader Memorial donations may be made nis A. Roland Chapter. Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Greater tical nurse at the Children’s Country lif.; a sister-in-law, Joan Tomasulo Mott and a volunteer with the Westfield to the Westfield Foundation, P.O. Box New Jersey, 117 Kinderkamack Road, Rescue Squad. He also was a mem- 2295, Westfield 07090. Home in Mountainside. She later be- of Westfield; several nieces and neph- Maria Cirillo, 74 Suite 104, River Edge 07661. came a licensed beautician, working ews, and her closest friends, Kay Ster- ber, golfer and former board member December 16, 2004 December 16, 2004 Maria Agnone Cirillo, 74, of at the Mountainside Beauty Salon for ling and Chet Holmlund of Brevard. Westfield died on Sunday, December over 40 years. A memorial service was held on Charles Grillo, Jr., 78, UNICO President; 12, at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Gloria L. Fox, 78 Active in the Brevard community, Saturday, December 11, at the First Center in Plainfield. Gloria L. Fox, 78, of Severna Park, she belonged to the Women’s Auxil- United Methodist Church in Brevard. Founded Organization For Handicapped Born in Castel Di Sasso, Italy, she Md. died on Saturday, December 11, iary of Veterans of Foreign Wars; was In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- Charles A. Grillo, Jr., 78, of Research. came to the United States in 1956 and at her residence. a volunteer Christmas bell ringer for tions may be made to The Bread of Life, Westfield died on Tuesday, Decem- Mr. Grillo also was a founder of the settled in Westfield. Born on March 7, 1926 in Wilson, the Salvation Army, and prepared food 248 South Caldwell Street, Brevard, N.C. ber 7, at his home. Association for Advancement of the Mrs. Cirillo had worked as a seam- N.Y., where she was raised, she had at The Bread of Life. She also was 28712 or The Salvation Army, Post Of- Born and raised in Summit, he had Mentally Handicapped and the first stress for Markay Bags Inc. in also lived in New York City for 10 years involved with the Brevard Little The- fice Box 1614, Brevard, N.C. 28712. lived in Berkeley Heights before com- President in the Central Jersey area. Plainfield for 10 years, retiring in and then in Westfield for 40 years. ater and the Brevard Music Center. December 16, 2004 ing to Westfield in 1975. Surviving are his wife of 47 years, 1966. She then became a homemaker. Mrs. Fox was a homemaker. Mr. Grillo was President of the Patricia Dunn Grillo; two daughters, She was predeceased by a sister, She was predeceased by her hus- Rochal Holding Company in Rosemary Grillo and Alycia Grillo; Ester Bencivenga. band, Allan Fox. Yvonne Watts, 70, Was Social Worker; Westfield since 1988. From 1960 to two sons, Charles A. Grillo, 3rd and Surviving are her husband of 45 Surviving are a daughter, Judith F. 1988, he had been the owner of the Christopher Grillo; a sister, Rosemarie years, Gennaro Cirillo; a daughter, Fletcher of Severna Park, Md.; a Helped Alzheimer’s Patients’ Families Color and Curl Salon in Scotch Plains Battis; a brother, Robert Grillo, and Cathy Pericolo; a sister, Gina DiDario; brother, David Hazen of Las Vegas, Yvonne C. Watts, 70, of Westfield at the Westfield/Mountainside Chap- and won many hairstyling competi- four grandchildren. three brothers, Joseph Agnone, John Nev.; two sisters, Carolyn Carter of died on Friday, December 10, at the ter of the American Red Cross in tions. Services were held on Friday, De- Agnone and Patsy Agnone, and a Lockport, N.Y. and Barbara Gouviea Berkeley Heights Nursing and Con- Westfield. A United States Army veteran of cember 10, at the Dooley Funeral grandson. of Elmira, N.Y.; three grandchildren valescent Center in Berkeley Heights. A graduate of Miami High School, World War II, he fought in the Battle Home, 218 North Avenue, West, in A Mass of Christian Burial was and a great-grandchild. Born in Providence, R.I., she had Mrs. Watts received her undergradu- of the Bulge. Cranford. offered yesterday, Wednesday, De- A funeral service was held yester- lived in Miami, Fla. before moving to ate degree from Miami University, He was a Past President of UNICO Memorial donations may be made cember 15, at the Holy Trinity Ro- day, Wednesday, December 15, at the Westfield in 1960. where she was a member of Delta of Westfield and served on the Na- to Atlantic Hospice, 33 Bleeker Street, man Catholic Church in Westfield. Barranco & Sons P.A. Severna Park Mrs. Watts had been employed as a Zeta Sorority. She then graduated tional UNICO Board of Mental Health Millburn 07041. Entombment followed at Fairview Funeral Home in Severna Park, Md. social worker at the Cranford Hall from Boston University, earning her December 16, 2004 Cemetery in Westfield. Memorial contributions may be Nursing Home and the Cranford master’s degree in social work. Arrangements were by the Dooley made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, Health and Extended Care Center in She was predeceased by her hus- MASTER Michael Barattucci, Jr. Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, Cranford for many years before retir- band, Robert N. Watts, in 1985. Michael A. Barattucci, Jr., 47, of enue in Westfield. Md. 21401. ing in 1988. Surviving are two daughters, MEMORIALS Scotch Plains died on Tuesday, De- December 16, 2004 December 16, 2004 She also worked finding loving Valerie Ball of Avon, Colo. and Jaja cember 7, at his home. homes for special needs children at Martin of Bremen, Me.; two sons, 524 Central Avenue Born in Plainfield, he lived most of Seamus Dolan, 40, Worked in Marketing; Spalding For Children in Westfield. Robert H. Watts of Port Colden and Westfield, NJ his life in Scotch Plains. She was responsible for the initia- David G. Watts of Oceanport; a sister, Volunteer For Children’s Liturgy Group tion of Montessori programs in New Claudette Barker of Jacksonville, Fla., (908) 233-2350 Mr. Barattucci was employed as a sheet metal worker and as a plumber’s Seamus Colm Dolan, 40, of Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth Jersey and ran the first support group and 12 grandchildren. assistant with his father, the late Fanwood died on Tuesday, Decem- “Betsy” Boguszewski Dolan; two for families of Alzheimer’s patients A memorial service was held on Michael A. Barattucci, Sr. ber 7, at Muhlenberg Regional Medi- daughters, Rachel Dolan and Sarah Tuesday, December 14, at the Gray Surviving are his wife, Karen cal Center in Plainfield. Dolan; his parents, John Dolan and Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street Brown Barattucci; a son, Keith Born in New York City, he had Eilish Monahan Dolan, and three Henrietta Maddox, 91 in Westfield. Designer • Builders of fine Barattucci; a daughter, Valerie lived in Norwood and then Monmouth brothers, Sean Dolan, Patrick Dolan Henrietta K. Maddox, 91, of Memorial donations may be made to a local chapter of the Alzheimer’s MONUMENTS Barattucci; his mother, Shirley Junction before moving to Fanwood and Brendan Dolan. Narvon, Pa., formerly of Westfield, Barattucci; his grandmother, Marion in 1995. The funeral took place on Satur- died on Sunday, December 12, in Association. MARKERS Millwater, and a sister, Sherry Mr. Dolan graduated from Rutgers day, December 11, at the Memorial Narvon after a brief illness. December 16, 2004 MAUSOLEUMS Tomasso. College in 1986 with degrees in eco- Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue Mrs. Maddox was born in New Funeral services were held on Sat- nomics and finance, and was an ac- in Fanwood. A Funeral Mass was Paltz, N.Y., the daughter of the late William Loges, Sr., 72 Lettered • Cleaned urday, December 11, at the Memorial tive brother and alumni of the Chi Psi offered at St. Bartholomew the Henry and Helen Ditzel Koping. She William D. Loges, Sr., 72, of Spring Tim Doerr Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in fraternity at Rutgers. He was for- Apostle Church. Interment followed was a homemaker and a member of Hill, Fla. died on Friday, December Fanwood. Interment followed at the merly employed as a marketing rep- at the Hillside Cemetery in Scotch St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Eliza- 10, at his home. Bruce Bauer Somerset Hills Memorial Park in resentative with Mobil Oil. Plains. beth and the Calvary Lutheran Church Born in Jersey City, he had lived in (established 1939) Basking Ridge. He was a member of the Fanwood Memorial contributions may be in Cranford. Newark, Irvington, Madison and then Memorial contributions may be Republican Club and a volunteer with made to the Dolan Scholarship Fund, Her husband, James W. Maddox, in Fanwood for 26 years before mov- Also: 300 Rt. 37 East made to the Scotch Plains Rescue the Children’s Liturgy Group at St. in care of Gail Price, Esq., 50 Tice died in 1975. ing to Spring Hill last year. Toms River, NJ Squad, P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Boulevard, Woodcliff Lake 07677. Surviving are a daughter, Linda, Mr. Loges had been employed with (732) 349-2350 07076. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. December 16, 2004 and her husband, Steven Ziegler of Reheis Chemical in Berkeley Heights December 16, 2004 Perkasie, Pa.; a son, James, and his before retiring in 1998. wife, Beth Goldberg Maddox of Jer- He was a United States Navy vet- sey City; four grandsons, Christo- eran of the Korean Conflict. pher Hall, Brian Hall, William Surviving are his wife, Dolores Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Maddox and Lewis Maddox; a great- Gaska Loges; three sons, William D. Serving Westfield and Cranford Area granddaughter, Bella Shain, and sev- Loges, Jr., Steven Loges and Michael eral nieces and nephews. Loges; a daughter, Lynn Monschke, For Over 108 Years Caring & Courteous Service to the Services will be private. Interment and three grandchildren. will take place at Fairview Cemetery Funeral services were held yester- With Dignity and Respect for all Faiths Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 in Westfield. day, Wednesday, December 15, at the Arrangements are with the Eckenroth Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South Home for Funerals in Terre Hill, Pa. Avenue in Fanwood. Westfield In lieu of flowers, contributions Memorial donations may be made 556 Westfield Avenue may be made to the American Cancer to Hernando Pasco Hospice, 12260 Society, P.O. Box 2245, Morristown, Cortez Boulevard, Brooksville, Fla. 233-0255 N.J. 07962-2245. 34613. December 16, 2004 December 16, 2004 Gray Funeral Home John L. Dooley Manager NJ License # 4100 318 East Broad Street Westfield, New Jersey William A. Doyle, Manager Cranford 218 North Avenue New Jersey License Number 2325 276-0255 Charles V. Dooley Manager NJ License # 3703 908-233-0143 908-276-0092 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, December 16, 2004 Page 21 Education of Westfield Vends Red Cross Seeks Donations ‘A Celebration of Community’ Of Kids’ Clothing and Toys WESTFIELD — A special book viding resources to enhance pro- COUNTY – The American Red off by Monday, December 20. entitled “Westfield, A Celebration grams for students of the Westfield Cross Tri-County Chapter has re- Any groups or individuals who of Community,” is being offered for Public Schools. quested that donations of new are interested in doing a collection sale and exclusive distribution The book is available for $25 children’s clothing or new un- of items for the holidays and who are through the through the Education Fund of wrapped toys to support local fami- seeking an organization to distribute Education Westfield and can be shipped for lies in need during this holiday them is asked to call the Tri-County Fund of additional cost. Limited copies are season. Chapter of the American Red Cross Westfield, also available for sale at The Town Items may be dropped off at one of at (908) 756-6414, extension nos. 21 Inc. Book Store on East Broad Street and two locations: Red Cross offices at and 24. This hard- the Downtown Westfield Corpora- 203 West Jersey Street in Elizabeth The Tri-County Chapter provides cover coffee- tion office on Elm Street. or at 332 West Front Street in service to 22 municipalities in Union, table edition For book orders and additional Plainfield. All items must be dropped Somerset and Middlesex counties. features the information, please contact the Edu- photography cation Fund of Westfield at EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE…Eight Mount St. Mary Academy students of a renowned photographic artist, [email protected] or were named Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars. Pictured, left to right, Walter Choroszewski, who has pro- (908) 317-9813. are: front row; Kaitlin Ryan, Emily Dura, Shannon McVeigh and Alexandra duced numerous books and calen- Smith; back row, Sarah Ramteke, Clare Gallagher, Director of Guidance Patricia dars on the state of New Jersey for Kathryn Solon Receives Bixel, Stephanie Mok and Sara Traynor. over 20 years. The book features his journalistic Bachelor of Science Bloustein Scholars Announced vision, capturing the beauty and WESTFIELD – Washington Col- charm of the community of lege in Chestertown, Md. has reported Westfield. This special edition is that Westfield resident Kathryn So- At Mount St. Mary Academy filled with over 100 beautiful color lon received a Bachelor of Science photographs of Westfield today and degree in Psychology with depart- WATCHUNG – Mount Saint Mary Bloustein Scholars are also eligible supplemental photographs from the mental honors at the college’s 222nd Academy in Watchung announced for $1,000 annual scholarships if they Westfield Historical Society. commencement ceremonies. that eight students, Sarah Ramteke, attend a New Jersey college or uni- The proceeds from the sale of In addition, Kathryn received the Clare Gallagher, Stephanie Mok, Sara versity full-time. The grants are not “Westfield, A Celebration of Com- Psychology Department Award for Traynor, Kaitlin Ryan, Emily Dura, based on financial need. munity,” will enable the Education showing outstanding promise in the Shannon McVeigh and Alexandra The New Jersey Higher Education Fund of Westfield to continue pro- field of psychology. Smith were named Edward J. Student Assistance Authority offers Bloustein Distinguished Scholars for these scholarships to encourage these the 2005-2006 academic year. high-achieving New Jersey students in CELEBRATING 15TH ANNIVERSARY...Six sets of parents bonded after years of New Jersey colleges and universities. sitting in the stands watching their sons play baseball for Westfield High School. Every Bloustein Scholars place in the top year since their sons’ graduations, the Hobbies, Cognettis, Infantinos, Cassidys, Obituaries (Continued) 10 percent of their classes and have a Acting Governor Richard Codey Mackos and Marsha Sheldon have come together the first week of December to minimum combined score of 1,260 or “recognizes that investing in our stu- reminisce and give spirited updates on their children. Pictured, left to right, are: are ranked first, second, or third in their dents will ensure the future economic Marsha Sheldon, Gail Cassidy, Virginia Macko, John Macko, Lynn Cognetti, Tom George T. Skaperdas, 90, Held Patents; class, as of the end of the junior year. prosperity of the state.” Cassidy, Frank Cognetti, Ed Hobbie, Jerry Infantino and Ann Marie Infantino. Was Chemical Engineer and Manager George Theodore Skaperdas, 90, chusetts Institute of Technology. of Westfield died on Monday, De- Mr. Skaperdas published numer- The Westfield Leader - The Times cember 13, at his home. ous papers and articles pertaining Serving the Town Since 1890 Born in New York City, he moved to his field and also held various with his family at age one to Montreal, patents. PO Box 250 • Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Canada. He returned to the United He was a member of the American Tele - (908) 232-4407 • Fax - (908) 232-0473 States as an adult in 1939 and lived in Institute of Chemical Engineers, the Westfield since 1964. American Chemical Society and The Leader • The Times Between 1940 and 1967, Mr. Sigma Xi. He also was a former New Subscriber • Renewal Skaperdas had been employed as a member of the Holy Trinity Greek One Year - $28 • Two Years - $52 • Three Years - $76 chemical engineer by the company Orthodox Parish Council of (September - May) formerly known as Pullman Kellogg. Westfield. College $20 From 1967 to 1973, he served as its Surviving are his wife, Hope Name manager of pilot plant development. Strezou Skaperdas, and two sons, Address In 1974, he was moved up to man- Theodore George Skaperdas of ager of process engineering, and from Montreal, Canada and Peter George City State ZIP 1975 until his retirement in 1979, he Skaperdas of Scotch Plains. Phone # was Director of coal development. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and Payment Cash Check Charge Following his retirement, he served 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, Decem- as a consultant for a number of years, ber 16, at the Gray Funeral Home, CC # working on projects in Australia. 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Exp. Date He received his bachelor’s degree Funeral services will be held at 11 in engineering from McGill Univer- Signature a.m. tomorrow, Friday, December Subscriptions Are Pre-Paid and Are Non-Refundable sity in 1936, his master’s degree in 17, at the Holy Trinity Greek Ortho- chemical engineering in 1938 and dox Church. Interment will take place [email protected] • www.goleader.com his Doctorate in Chemical Engineer- at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. We Reach People... Not Driveways! ing in 1941, both from the Massa- December 16, 2004 Goods & Services You Need!

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PUBLICATION WHS, SPFHS Pupils Concepts & Thought Learn More About First Marking Period Honor Roll Reported Accounting Careers AREA – Certified Public Accoun- By Roosevelt Intermediate Principal Carey tant Michael LaForge visited WESTFIELD – Stewart Carey, Prin- Robert Anderson Tracy Landon Nicole Aloupis Kathryn Millen Westfield High School (WHS) on cipal of Roosevelt Intermediate School Elise Annis Jaclyn Laspata Elizabeth Antonelli Anna Morton November 17 and Scotch Plains- in Westfield, has announced the names Jacob Archambault Dalton Mack Kimberly Berke Shannon Murray Fanwood High School (SPFHS) on of seventh and eighth graders named Hayley Baker Grace Mackenzie Samuel Berse Taylor Murtishaw November 19 to discuss career op- to the Distinguished Honor Roll and Ryan Baker Brian Maehl Ryan Brown Mairead O’Boyle Evan Bakst Olivia Magnanini Ariel Burns William Scott Perry portunities in accounting. Regular Honor Roll for the First Mark- David Ballan Eric Mandelblatt The presentation was part of the Julia Burns Edward Purcell ing Period of the 2004-2005 academic Patrick Baudhuin Drew Margolis Jack Camillo Philip Queller statewide “Pay It Forward” program, term. Tyler Becker Stephen Marino Michael Carpetto Anne Re initiated by the New Jersey Society DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Daniel Berman Thomas McKeown Spencer Cassidy Casey Reimlinger of Certified Public Accountants GRADE 7 – 92 STUDENTS Mia Brody Nicholas McAlister Tara Castellone Christopher Rhodes Jacquelyn Buckman Sara Nelson (NJSCPA), to alert students to the Christin Aswad Gabriella Larosa Kristina Chabrier Christiana Ricciuti Sadie Burgdorf Luke Nobile range of career opportunities avail- David Athenson Suzanne Lemberg Amanda Chang Nicole Rosenberg Rebecca Castaldo Alexandra O’Brian able to those who pursue an account- Katherine Bange Ian MacKenzie Vasilis Chantzis Joshua Schwartz Marc Cervantes Patrick O’Brien ing degree. Scott Bernstein Molly Maher Harry Choi Katherine Sheridan Danny Choo Corinne Parsloe Stephanie Bogin Margaret Malaspina Meredith Clark Jacob Shiffman During the month of November, Sara Connery Jill Pate Katie Brennan Andrew Marino Aaron Davidson Melissa Shulman more than 100 members of the John Crisan Patrick Porta Meghan Brody Amanda Markowski Christopher Delafuente Eriene-Heidi Sidhom NJSCPA returned to classrooms, Tara Criscuolo Beau Preston Maximilian Bryk Laura Marvin Daniel Dickstein Amanda Simmons such as those at WHS and SPFHS, to Katherine Davidson Wade Preston Abigail Burton Lauren May Lauren Farrell Maxwell Sugarman Mitchell Dornfeld Amanda Rhodes discuss accounting careers with over Christopher Castelo Colin McKevitt Elizabeth Fredas Daniel Sullivan David Dubinsky Kyle Ripperger 5,000 high school students. Amanda Centrella Mary McKevitt Amanda Garfinkel Marguerite Sulmont Christopher Dunstan Thomas Rivell A REAL LIFESAVER…More than 30 Westfield Public School employees partici- The standards mandated by account- Gabrielle Cerami Matthew Meserole Brian Goncalves Ravi Tamboli Carolyn Dyer Jaraad Rogers pated in a training session to learn how to provide emergency cardiac care with an ing reforms and related legislation have John Thomas Colucci Gregory Mitchell Eric Hagstrom Katherine Taylor Seth Egert Amy Roggenburg Automatic External Defibrillator now available in each school building. Tamaques contributed to an increased demand Andrew Cordeiro Samuel Mumford Tara Handza Patrick Tresnan Joshua Ettinger Evan Rosenburgh Elementary School Principal Michael Cullen, left, and McKinley Elementary School Alexander Cruz Grace Mustard Brian Hart Ross Tucker for accounting professionals. Lia Fagan Michael Rosin second grade teacher Melissa Bryan learn proper lifesaving techniques under the Tyler Cusick Daniel Nash Molly Hudelson Alexandra Tunis The “Pay It Forward” program fo- Connor Farley Chloe Rothenberg direction of a certified instructor from Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Geena DeRose Maria Niemiera Gabrielle Jakub Mark Vander Schaaf cused on the widespread recognition that Benjamin Fine Emily Sawers Michael Eilbacher Charlotte O’Brien Matthew Karnofsky Stephanie Wang accounting provides a foundation for William Foltz Maxwell Schuster Carly Erman Kathleen O’Neill Ethan Krell Peter Williams Melissa Ford Justin Schwartz many business careers. The program’s Jonathan Erman Michael Oster Jason Lipshutz Alan Workman Rachel Friedman Samantha Seib AED Equipment Placed presentations included videos, fun facts, Sharon Faktor Gaffney Peterson Maria Lomaka Michael Zhu Maximilian Fusaro Julian Seltzer and an overview of the range of choices Michael Fietkiewicz Anna Powell Catherine Macguire Tara Zierler Bridget Gallagher Adam Sherman available after graduation. David Fishman Megan Ramage Taylor Manetti Steven Zilberberg Erin Gallagher Connor Shields Leah Geoghegan Katie Ramire In All WF Public Schools Andrew Gates William Sickles REGULAR HONOR ROLL AP Scholar Awards Nicholas Gilligan Kevin Ramos Hannah Gelb Dillon Smith GRADE 8 – 110 STUDENTS Michael Gismondi Adam Reich Brian Gelinne Jared Smith Neil Amato Daniel Ludlum WESTFIELD — An Automated Michael Bukowsky and Sally Susan Heyder; Received by Local Sarah Glickstein Megan Reilly Andrew Gialanella Meredith Smith Robert Angus Gregory Luppescu External Defibrillator (AED) has been • Jefferson Elementary School: Emily Goodman Amy Rosenfeld Ellen Gormley Reid Smith Steven Anzalone Amber Marie Lutey placed in every Westfield Public School Jeanne Munoz, and George Kaler; Delbarton Students Sophie Greene Lauren Ross Jordan Graham Andrew Storcks Julian Applebaum Kyle Marsh • Edison Intermediate School: Bob MORRISTOWN – Two members William Gretsky Michal Sagal building, as a result of the full support Michael Greco John Taylor David Babetski F. William Mascarich, 3rd Chang Hee Han Christopher Salemme of the Parent-Teacher-Student organi- Sanders, David Duelks, Joe Shepard, of Delbarton School’s Class of 2005, Catherine Green Matthew Teese Trevor Barnes Nicholas Mavrogiannis Emily Harris Andrew Sauerwein zations and the Board of Education. Michael Altman and Carlo Papa; James Wade of Westfield and Michael Kyla Grodzka Christopher Tomasso Melissa Barton Andrew Monroe Kelly Hering Justin Snyder “Implementing the AED program pro- • McKinley Elementary School: Ken Leighton of Scotch Plains, have re- Kerrington Hall Diana Vasel Sara Birkenthal Daniel Morse Lauren Hughes Joshua Solomon vides the necessary equipment to pro- Miller, Melissa Bryan, and Joe Paradise; ceived the Advanced Placement (AP) Jordan Harries Cody Vassallo Max Blum Gregory Mucci Halli James Julia Spiridigliozzi vide emergency cardiac care throughout • Administration Bldg: Margaret Scholar with Honor Award. Joseph Heisler Denis Virzi Peter Boyes Lauren Nemiroff David Kabakow Daniel Sproull the district,” stated Margaret Teitelbaum, Dolan, Trish Cheek, and Rob Anderson; James and Michael received the dis- Connor Hewett Peter Waddell Nicholas Breza Elaheh Nozari Elizabeth Kamel Darla Stabler Coordinator of Health Services for the • Tamaques Elementary School: tinction by earning an average grade of Dylan Hirtler Emily Weeks Amy Brown K. Nicole Papadopoulos Jill Kandigian Graeme Stahl Michael Cullen, Jerzy Romaniecki, at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and Chelsea Hughes Matthew Weintraub Morgan Bunting Julia Partenope Westfield Public Schools. Laura Kenny Kelly Sullivan grades of three or higher on four or Ryan Ingram Austin Wenta Erin Cahill Kiran Patankar Employees from each building vol- Jennifer Buccino, Jeanne Jensen, and Sean Kilcullen Jake Sussman Ryan Jennings Emily Williams Martha Cain Matthew Pogue unteered to be on an emergency team Hector Garcia; more of the AP exams. Robyn Knapp Kamal Tamboli Brett Johnson Jacob Williams Shelby Carlin Alexander Powell and recently were certified in CPR and • Wilson Elementary School: Mel- John Williamson, a Berkeley Heights Ann Knisely Scott Thien Samantha Kaufman Rosina Wissell Kristen Caruana Matthew Printz AED during a full day in-service with issa Balsamello, Sal Scicolone and resident and a member of Delbarton’s Class Joseph Kramkowski Diana Venezia Casey Kerkhof Matthew Woods Jane Cederroth Thomas Purcell instruction provided by Newark Beth Jaime-Lyn Garnecki; of 2004, earned the AP National Scholar Stephanie Kuntz Yixiao Wang Panos Chantzis Caroline Raba Israel Medical Center. • Westfield High School: Barbara Award by receiving an average grade of Josephine LaCosta Evan Weinberg Alex Zepka The certified CPR and AED volun- Philpot, Kathy Luckey, John Petruccelli, four or higher on a five-point scale on all AP Michael Cifelli Eric Rachman Zachary LaPorta Ariel Weingarten DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Rebecca Clapp Samuel Rackear teers include: Principal Robert Petix, and Suzanne examinations taken, and grades of four or GRADE 8 – 71 STUDENTS • Roosevelt Intermediate School: Jacobus. higher on eight or more of the exams. REGULAR HONOR ROLL Dylan Clark Ryan Ragoza GRADE 7 – 113 STUDENTS Michael Abbattista Joseph McGrath Abigael Clarkson Justin Ramalho Kathy Hollinger, Hose Illa, and Mike “This program can save lives,” noted Another member of the Morristown- Kathryn Abbruzzo John McGrory Lindsay Anderson Ryan Krasnoo Cameron Clausen Matthew Reiss Fackleman; Ms. Teitelbaum. “It has been proven to based school’s Class of 2004, Rahul Philip Cohen Elizabeth Rich • Franklin Elementary School: Prin- be a lifesaver in other districts, and I’m Mehta of Berkeley Heights, was one of Nicole Cruikshank Samantha Roscigno cipal Mary Fleck, Barbara Piatkowski, very pleased that we now have the AED’s 28 students to qualify for the AP Scholar Westfield Education Assoc. Mark Doherty Rachel Rosenberg and Michael Clarke; available in every one of our schools, as Award by completing three or more AP Craig Dyer Marissa Rothfelder • Washington Elementary School: well as in the administration building.” exams with grades of three or higher. Matthew Fechter Hannah Rubin To Award Two Scholarships Sean Finn Raisa Rubin Margaret Flannery Elizabeth Schoenbach WESTFIELD – The Westfield Edu- ment and at WEA members’ respective Andrew Flood Kyle Sexton cation Association (WEA) will award schools throughout the district. Charles Fraites Connor Sheehan two $1,000 scholarships to high school The deadline for both scholarships is Amy Frattarola Kimberly Shoback Every day can’t be a holiday. Anne Fruchtman Dara Silverman graduates. February 15, 2005. Matthew Block, Chairman of the Scholarship applications will be Caitlin Glackin Cassandra Simcox WEA Scholarship Committee, will evaluated on a variety of criteria in- Alexandra Gockel Charles Solan present the scholarships at Awards Night cluding grades, SAT scores, involve- Jessie Goldstein Todd Souders But they can all be special. Natalie Golikov Caitlin Steele ment in school-based activities and at Westfield High School (WHS). Christopher Graf Lauren Sullivan The WEA Scholarship Committee community services. Applicants will Kelsey Greenfield Michael Tormey and the Executive Council will select also have an opportunity to express Anthony Gregory Alex Vendetti Being surrounded by people who care doesn’t have to two members of the WHS Class of their personal opinions regarding edu- Ivy Harrigan Nicholas Vicinio 2004 for this year’s $1,000 award. cational policy and practices in society. Kyle Hayden David Warner end with the holidays. The Barry Judd Memorial Scholar- Six finalists will be invited to a personal Dylan Heneck Samuel Waxtel ship will be presented to a WEA interview before the final selection. Scott Howard Andrew Wenta member’s child who plans to continue Funds for these scholarships are raised Christopher Jenkins George Wharam For more than 20 years, Sunrise Senior Living their education at an accredited institu- by donations made by WEA members. James Kazazis Sean Wicks tion of higher learning. Scholarship Committee members in- Bitnari Kim Jamie Wisiewski has provided a variety of living arrangements, Both scholarship applications are clude Dr. James Moriarty, Carol Stivitski, Emily Kline Christopher Yeager available at the WHS Guidance Depart- Janice Sheridan and Matthew Block. Daniel Klizas Julianne Yee Charles Laird Patrick Younger personalized assistance and care from people who Michael Lessner Daniel Zavaro Commended Scholars Told Elizabeth Lisooey Arielle Ziering recognize that each senior is unique. Dan Liu Jordyn Zucker At Westfield High School Our resident-centered approach puts seniors first, WESTFIELD – The National Merit SAT/National Qualifying Test during Margaret Tice Inducted Scholarship Corporation has named 18 their junior year. presenting them with options to match their members of Westfield High School’s Each year, the Chicago-based National Into Phi Theta Kappa (WHS) senior class “Commended Schol- Merit Scholarship Corporation recognizes WESTFIELD – Margaret Tice individual needs and wishes. By offering amenities ars” in the 2005 National Merit Scholar- and commends approximately 35,000 of Toms River, formerly of Westfield, ship Competition. students throughout the nation for their was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa and services, delicious meals, stimulating activities To mark the occasion, WHS Princi- exceptional academic promise. International Honor Society. We’re offering you and pal Dr. Robert Petix presented Letters “The National Merit Scholarship Mrs. Tice is the daughter of and scheduled group outings, we work every day of Commendation from the National Program is a highly competitive one, Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Baton of your senior loved one the best gift Merit Scholarship Corporation to the of the season…Peace of Mind to improve your senior loved one’s quality of life. and we are proud of the performance Westfield. Margaret and her hus- following seniors: of our students in this program,” com- band, John, are the parents of Jeffrey Bayne Rebecca Mason mented Dr. Petix. Matthew and Christopher. Samuel Brenner Suzanne Merkelson “Being designated a Commended A special education teacher in the Caroline Cariste Katharine Okamoto Scholar is an appropriate way to honor Toms River school system, Mrs. Tice Amanda Cohen Brian Oxman and celebrate the commitment of these is a 1985 graduate of Westfield High Carina Don Kayli Spialter 18 seniors to scholarship and academic School. 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Book NookWith Marylou Morano Picture, Elementary Books Local Student Will Celebrate Flourished Throughout 2004 Local Student Will Celebrate By MARYLOU MORANO down on Milk Street. Who will set it Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times right again? Read “The Moon Came New Year’s With Symphony A great year for children’s literature, Down on Milk Street,” an easy-to- WESTFIELD – Ellie Tanji, a stu- Fence Me In.” Most recently she played 2004 has offered excellence in elemen- read picture book that was written and dent at Roosevelt Intermediate School in “Big Jule” in Guys and Dolls at the tary school-aged chapter books and illustrated by Jean Gralley and pub- Westfield, will be featured at the Westfield Westfield Summer Workshop. picture books. lished by Henry Holt and Company. Symphony Orchestra’s Ellie also sings in the For example, Harcourt Children’s Charlesbridge Publishing recently (WSO) New Year’s Eve Sixth Grade Chorus at Books published a 60th released “Drift Upon concert, Music of the Roosevelt Intermediate Anniversary edition of a Dream: Poems for Night: the Broadway and has taken piano les- “The Hundred Sleepy Babies” by Hits of Andrew Lloyd sons from Shuang Guo- Dresses,” the timeless John Foster and Webber and Stephen Wroe for the past 5-1/2 tale of tolerance for Melanie Williamson. Sondheim on Saturday, years. It was Guo-Wroe others, kindness and It is a great collection December 31, at 7 p.m. compassion by Eleanor of lullabies and sooth- who brought the stu- Estes. A Newberry ing verse ideal for at The Presbyterian dent to the attention of Honor Book in 1944, those quiet hours and Church in Westfield. her husband, WSO “The Hundred bedtime routines. The talented student Music Director David Dresses” contains a Epossumondas will join the professional Wroe. “letter to the readers,” doesn’t have hair on WSO musicians and Maestro Wroe stated, written by the author’s his tail and he wants four singers from the “I was quite impressed daughter, Helen Estes. to know why. Mama New York stage on New with the musical gifts of Will Parish’s boring vacation at his tells him the tale of why this is so in Year’s Eve. The concert this young singer when grandma’s beach house suddenly becomes “Why Epossumondas Has No Hair” will highlight selections she auditioned for me. I an adventure when he releases a genie written by Colleen Salley and pub- from the Lloyd Webber Ellie Tanji am very pleased to show- named Homer, while read- lished by Harcourt hits Phantom of the case Ellie at our holiday ing his mother’s copy of Children’s Books. Opera, Evita, Sunset Boulevard, Aspects concert.” “The Arabian Nights.” If your first grade of Love, and Jesus Christ Superstar. Ellie said, “I want to give a big thank Now, staying at grandma’s teacher is an alien who MCKINLEY EXPRESS…Students and staff from McKinley Elementary School in Sondheim shows featured in the concert you to David Wroe for giving me this doesn’t seem so bad in “The steals children’s teeth, will include Sweeney Todd, Company opportunity.” Genie in the Book” by what do you do when you Westfield wound their way through the downtown as they traveled to the Rialto Theatre to see The Polar Express. and A Little Night Music. The WSO recommends that audience Cindy Trumbore and pub- have a loose tooth? Read Ellie will perform “The Last Man You members purchase tickets early as the lished by Handprint Books “Mrs. Watson Wants Your Remember” with one of the professional New Year’s Eve concert has been a sell-out of Brooklyn. Teeth” by Alison McGhee singers. Newberry Honor and published by McKinley Students, Staff for several years in a row. Award winner Carolyn Harcourt Children’s The 11-year-old had her first stage Tickets are $25 for general admis- Coman’s “The Big House” Books. It’s a very sensitive experience at the age of 7 with the sion and $50 for preferred seating. debuted this year. It is a book and not scary at all. View The Polar Express Westfield Summer Workshop’s “Musical Concert tickets may be purchased di- humorous tale about a So, it is great for younger Theatre” class. She has been singing and rectly from the WSO by calling (908) brother and sister whose children. dancing ever since. 232-9400 or visiting the office at 224 WESTFIELD – Around lunchtime students’ understanding of the impor- Currently, she trains with the Westfield East Broad Street, Westfield. $25 gen- parents are sent to prison Lois Ehlert, a Caldecott in downtown Westfield on December 3, tance of the elements of fiction found in for embezzlement. Ray Honor-winning artist, has Young Artists’ Cooperative Theatre eral admission tickets are also available students and staff from McKinley Elemen- literature; to note contributions that illus- (WYACT) under the direction of Cynthia and Ivy are determined to get them written “Hands: Growing Up to Be An tary School took a police-escorted stroll trations and animation make in story tell- at the following WSO ticket outlets: released. This Front Street Books offer- Artist.” An interactive picture book, it’s hard from their school building on First and ing; to compare and contrast the book Meryl. Her already impressive list of Lancaster, Ltd. and Town Book Store ing will have children chuckling out to say which will enchant a child more – the West Broad Streets to the Rialto Theatre with the screenplay; and to build school stage credits includes McKinley Kapers, in Westfield, Martin Jewelers in loud. pictures or the text. It has been published by to see the popular new holiday movie, The community spirit by highlighting the and WYACT’s Spring Cabaret tribute to Cranford; and Beautiful Things in For picture books, the moon came Harcourt Children’s Division. Polar Express. importance of trust friendship, and be- Cole Porter in which she soloed on “Don’t Scotch Plains. The group, comprised of over 300 stu- lieving in one’s self. dents, and over 45 teachers and staff saw the On the way back, when asked how they 1 p.m. show at the Rialto, taking up two enjoyed the experience, one of the students ‘Christmas Carole Musical’ WF, SP and Fanwood Pupils whole theaters. When the movie was over, exclaimed, “The movie was awesome! An- ‘Christmas Carole Musical’ their police escort led them back to their other student enjoyed the trip because the school building in time for dismissal. pupils formed a human train while travel- Will Be Presented in Clark Earn AP Scholars Distinction Claudia Andreski, McKinley Principal, ing to the theater. Will Be Presented in Clark EDISON — Lisa Lentz, College receiving an average grade of at least invited the entire school to the movie with “Yeah,” another student shouted, “the CLARK – A “Christmas Carole inside and outside of the church, will Counselor at The Wardlaw-Hartridge 3.25 on all AP Exams taken and grades the following goals in mind: to enhance the McKinley Express!” Musical” will be presented on Sunday, offered on Wednesday, December 22, School in Edison, has received notice of 3 or higher on four or more of these December 19, at Union County Bap- at 7 p.m. at UCBC. Family and friends that 14 students from the independent exams. The school’s honorees are Eliza- tist Church (UCBC), located at the will sing Christmas carols and worship school in Edison have earned the desig- beth Levine of Fanwood and William Trumpeteer Rinaldi Joins Clark Circle in Clark. in this 17th century setting without nation of AP Scholar by the College Kim of Westfield. Howie Campbell, an acoustic-gui- electricity. Board in recognition of their exceptional Six students received the AP Scholar tar Gospel artist from Virginia, will The original church bell, which origi- achievement on the college-level Ad- designation after receiving grades of 3 or NJWA Music Studio Staff provide special music. The refreshment nated in a West Indies Island church, vanced Placement Program (AP) Exams. higher on three or more AP Exams. WESTFIELD — Professional mu- on Keys, the Little Opera Company of program will begin at 10 a.m., fol- will be rung before and after services. Students took AP Exams in May 2004 These students are: Zakiya Boyd (Class sician and music educator Philip New Jersey, the Westfield Summer lowed by a performance of Christmas The bell was brought to Rhode Island after completing challenging college-level of 2004, Sydney Briggs of Edison, Mel- Rinaldi has joined the staff of the New Workshop, the Westfield Fencing Club, music by the UCBC Praise Band at as a factory bell and was purchased in courses at their high schools. The College issa Dupont-Reyes of South Plainfield, Jersey Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) the Musical Theater Workshop, the 10:45 a.m. Later, children from the 1894 before being brought to the dedi- Board recognizes several levels of achieve- Sean Gough of North Plainfield, Ashley Music Studio as a trumpet instructor. Alphorn Workshop, the Full Count church will present an Advent drama. cation of the Bethlehem Union Chapel ment based on a student’s performance Harris of Scotch Plains and Jessica A graduate of Jazz Band, and the NJWA Concert Christmas carols will compliment that year. on AP exams. O’Connell of Plainfield. New Jersey City Band, please call (908) 789-9696 or the program throughout as the audi- For more information about the Six students qualified for the AP Scholar The College Board’s Advanced Place- University with a visit the main office on East Broad ence participates. church’s services and musical, please with Distinction Award by earning an ment Program offers students the oppor- Bachelor of Arts Street. A Candlelight Service, to be held call (732) 574-1479. average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP tunity to take challenging college-level degree in Music, Exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher courses while still in high school and to Rinaldi has on five or more of these exams. receive college credit for successful perfor- taught private These students from the Class of 2004 mance on the AP Exams. Only 17 percent lessons and has are: David Altszuler, Andrew Mathew, of the more than one million high school conducted mu- Gabrielle Moore, Jasmine Nirody, Max- students in almost 15,000 secondary sic clinics in area well Radomsky and Vishnu Ravi. schools worldwide who took the AP Ex- Philip Rinaldi elementary and Two students achieved the AP ams performed at a sufficiently high level secondary Scholar with Honor designation for to merit the recognition of AP Scholar. schools. He has instructed school marching bands in Fair Lawn, Bayonne, Weehawkin, North Rockland and Union. Rinaldi has appeared with various 2004 2004 groups and entertainers such as the 2004 New Jersey Pops, Connie Francis, The Temptations, The Duprees, the Ross Colombo Show, the Ocean Pops, the Essex County Summer Players, the Image Credits TBD, Image Credits TBD, Union Symphony Orchestra and the Image Credits TBD, Medieval Times Dinner and Tourna- ment. His experience also includes perfor- mances in many musical theater pro- Image Cedits TBD, Image Cedits TBD, ductions, among them Anything Goes, Image Cedits TBD, Crazy for You, How to Succeed in Business, Annie, West Side Story, South FASHIONING ART Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Oliver, Bye, Bye Birdie, The Music Man, Grease, Smokey Joe’s Café, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum HANDBAGS BY JUDITH LEIBER and Carousel. Among his professional member- PROUD EIS PARTICIPANTS…Participants from Edison Intermediate School in Westfield, pictured, left to right, are: Adviser Karen Marcus, Henry Zhang, Nick ships are those in the Music Educators’ Chartrain, Tim Woods, Robert O’Rourke and Seton Hall Prep Team Advisor and National Conference and the Interna- Mathematics Department Chairman Joseph Boland. tional Association of Jazz Educators. The Music Studio offers private vo- cal and instrumental music lessons for EIS, St. Bartholomew Pupils children as well as adults at two Westfield locations: 150-152 East Broad Street and 361 South Avenue Participate in Tournament East. The facility also offers areas musi- WEST ORANGE — On Saturday, Annual Pirate Open Academic Tour- cians an opportunity to play in various December 4 in West Orange, the aca- nament. ensembles, bands and orchestras. demic teams of Edison Intermediate In this ninth annual event, the largest For more information on the Music School (EIS) in Westfield and St. in its history, 22 middle schools from all Studio or other NJWA programs such Bartholomew’s Interparochial School over Northern New Jersey each sent teams as Kids ‘n’ Arts, Creative Arts Work- in Scotch Plains made their way through of four boys (plus alternates) to test their shops, Knitting and Crocheting, Kids five rounds of competition with a 4-1 skills in mathematics, English, science, record to the Semi-Final Round at geography, history, current events and Seton Hall Preparatory School’s Ninth general knowledge. Two from Galilee CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 On view through February 27 the piece by Angela Filippi, playing the “Crabby Lady,” a character we iscover more than 170 exquisite handbags that have all stumbled upon every holiday Drepresent the ultimate in craftsmanship and design season. Effective staging and lighting of 15 in this dazzling exhibition. Cherished by celebrities and or so angels with Gabriel who sing, collectors, and carried by every First Lady since Nancy “Gloria In Excelsis Deo” reveal a pow- Reagan, these handmade treasures aren’t just American erful scene. Rotation of the turntable again presents a stark yet convincing icons of fashion and style — they’re stunning works of art. humble stable with the chorus’ voices blending like the celestial beings they play. The playbill states that this story presented in word and music is ulti- mately the story of all of us who, “like 49 Washington Street in Newark’s Downtown/Arts District Joseph and Mary, have hopes, dreams 973-596-6550 Wed–Fri Noon–5pm, Sat–Sun 10am–5pm and plans for our lives.” Torn Curtain’s www.NewarkMuseum.org Suggested Admission: Adults $5, Children & Seniors $2 message is that “all you ever wanted is ST. BARTHOLMEW PARTICIPANTS…Pupils who participated in the tourna- found in Him.” Fashioning Art: Handbags by Judith Leiber is organized by the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC This inspiring music with the Chris- ment from St. Bartholomew Interparochial School in Scotch Plains, pictured, left to Clockwise from upper left: Minaudiére inspired by Gerson Leiber painting with crystal rhinestones, 1992, Collection of the artist; right, are: Adviser Mary Clare Levins, Evan Schoendorf, Steven Berger, James tian message is presented with energy, Minaudiére inspired by op artist Bridget Riley with jet beads and crystal rhinestones, 1992, Collection of the artist; “Hollywood” Livingstone, Angelo Cerimele and Seton Hall Prep Team Advisor and Mathematics creativity and talent to warm the heart minaudiére crystal rhinestones and onyx lock, 1978, Collection of the artist; Gold chatelaine, 1998, Collection of the artist Department Chairman Joseph Boland. for not only this season, but eternity. 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A&E Editor Accepts Position As Community Relations Manager At Barnes & Noble, Philadelphia By MICHELLE HELEN Le POIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times On the evening of December 7, a fresh, new chapter of my life unfolded Crowds Swarm Classic Thyme in WF when I was offered the position of Community Relations Manager at Barnes & Noble in Philadelphia. And, while a part of this Linden girl’s heart will always be fond of Westfield, I couldn’t be more thrilled to forge ahead to what I know will be an exciting adventure, both personally and professionally. To Meet Food Guru Arthur Schwartz Since 1994, when I was hired as a freelancer for The Westfield Leader and Since 1994, when I was hired as a freelancer for The Westfield Leader and By MARYLOU MORANO Get Outta The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, I have been appreciative of the By MARYLOU MORANO this helps to develop tradition. With- Ruth Eckle of Springfield, who has Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times out tradition, we have no soul.” recently struck up an email corre- opportunity to pursue my love of journalism fresh out of college. Here, I WESTFIELD got my first big break from the WESTFIELD — Restaurant re- Matthew Siroty, 3, waited patiently spondence with Schwartz, stood in The House Corbin family and learned from viewer, cookbook author and radio talk in line with his father, David Siroty of line for longer than a half-hour to By CAROL F. DAVIS the ground-up, wearing many dif- show host, Arthur Schwartz met over 200 Westfield, for a chance to meet meet him, but agreed it was well worth Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ferent hats and acquiring skills I adoring fans on Sunday when he appeared Schwartz and to have a copy of “Arthur the wait. On Saturday, December 18, “And in the volume of my at Classic Thyme in was once too timid to learn. years, Schwartz’s New York City “He’s got his pulse on everything from 2 to 4 p.m., Linda Ward will In fact, I came to The Leader/ Westfield to autograph Food” signed for his grand- that has to do with food, including the be in The Town Book Store of Where all my thoughts and copies of his newest book, Times with absolutely no knowl- acts shall be, parents. restaurants of New York City,” she Westfield to promote her picture edge of PageMaker, Photoshop and acts shall be, “Arthur Schwartz’s New edge of PageMaker, Photoshop and The page whereon your name “We are giving the book to enthused, adding, “He’s a legend.” book, Professor Angelicus Visits most of the major computer appli- York City Food.” my wife’s parents tonight as a For more information about Arthur the Big Blue Ballall. The Professor is cations necessary to do this job. And appears Although the line of Shall be forever sealed to me…. Hanukkah present,” the el- Schwartz, go to his website at an alien, and wants to go home. despite all of my nail-biting, Gail people waiting to meet der Siroty explained. www.thefoodmaven.com Parents and educators will find the Corbin sat me down and walked me Howe’er, our hands no more him moved steadily shall touch, story a creative tool to discuss envi- through every single aspect of layout throughout the after- ronmental values with children. and design. She encouraged creativ- We’ll go our ways, the world noon, Schwartz held ity and even taught me to set up is wide.” Call (908) 233-3535 for informa- short, private conversa- tion about this book signing. those long and winding honor roll tions as each fan stepped listings every semester! — Paul Laurence Dunbar up for an autograph. * * * * * * * Throughout the seven years, He also generously answered There will be two worthwhile my parents, Ellen and Charles questions about cooking in general, events at Plainfield’s Crescent Av- Le Poidevin, offered endless encouragement, especially when I was as well as his personal life, including enue Presbyterian Church, located faced with staunch criticism and mocked because I expressed my at 716 Watchung Avenue. On Satur- Catholic faith and values in editorials. They gave me my backbone, kept his recent departure from New York City’s WOR radio, where for 13 day, December 18, the Plainfield me strong and regret-free. They listened to all of my frustration and Symphony and New Jersey Concert helped me understand that, no matter how hard you try, you can’t years he was the host of “Food Talk,” a show that addressed food and Opera will present a Messiah Sing. change the world or people’s minds, you can only pray for them. In addition to the Christmas Section And, although I will be living less than two hours away from them, I will restaurant related subjects. never be a stranger, but I will always be their daughter. I intend to make “It was time to go,” Schwartz stated of the Messiah, there will be a special them proud. simply in answer to the repeated in- version of “The 12 Days of Christ- Without the unconditional support and unwavering faith of my quiry, then announced he is returning mas” and a carol sing. Join choir and boyfriend, John Cicalo, I would not have the courage to turn this new to radio on Tuesday, January 18, at 11 symphony members for an evening chapter in my life. He has cheered me on, not from the sidelines or at a.m. on WWRL, 1600 AM. The of celebration beginning at 7:30 p.m. a distance, but stood right beside me every step of the way and gave announcement was met with cheers. Admission ranges from $2 to $10. me the courage to take this leap of faith into the future. “Arthur Schwartz’s New York City Next, on Sunday, December 19, at 3 To all of the Arts & Entertainment writers – Marylou Morano, Kerrianne Food” is Schwartz’s fifth cookbook. p.m., the New Jersey Concert Opera Spellman Cort, Carol Davis, Susan Dougherty, Brad Tinfow and Michael In addition to writing, he lectures and will present Opera Favorites, a per- Goldberger – your shared vision for the A&E section kept me afloat. Each formance of arias and ensembles from teaches cooking in the New York City Andrew Martone for The Westfield Leader and The Times of you remained devoted to learning more about the creatively brilliant area and at his own cooking school at SIGNATURE OF TASTE...Arthur Schwartz, restaurant reviewer, cookbook author great operas, sung by soloists from community around you and strove to bring those stories to the newspapers’ Tunato Seliano, a farm-inn located in and radio talk show host, signs copies of his book, “Arthur Schwartz’s New York City this year’s 2004 seasons. Tickets are readers. I will miss each of you, but believe that you are each amazingly southern Italy. He is also a food, res- Food” at Classic Thyme in Westfield. $5 to $20. talented and that you will continue to dazzle and amaze the readers for many years to come with your critiques and insightful interviews. taurant and recipe marketing consultant. * * * * * * * All of my thanks to Publisher Horace Corbin, Assistant Publisher Dave People came to meet Schwartz from Friday and Saturday evenings, Corbin, Advertising Manager Fred Lecomte, Advertising Assistant Mike as far away as Valley Forge, Pa., accord- WF, SP, BH Music Students December 17 and 18, visitors to Bartiromo, Rob Connelly, Karen Hinds, Lauren Pass, Ben Corbin and all ing to David Martone, C.C.P., owner Liberty Hall Museum on Morris freelancers, part-time staff and interns for their teamwork and boundless energy. of Classic Thyme. Avenue in Union will experience Leader/Times Community Editor Suzette Stalker, who has sat across “The calls began early this morning, Perform at NJWA Recital five different styles of Christmas: from my desk for the past year and a half, taught me everything I needed asking how long the line was,” he said. the Dutch tradition of St. Nicholas to know about editing copy and keeping my chin up all at the same time! “Arthur Schwartz’s New York City WESTFIELD – On November 14, Arts (NJWA) Music Studio in Westfield of 1774, English 12th Night of Up until my last day at the newspaper, I was still learning from her. No one Food” is a book that is long overdue,” students of Dr. Theodore Schlosberg performed at a recital at The Presbyte- 1800, “The Night Before Christ- is more meticulous and selfless. I will miss her dearly. continued Martone. “A book such as at the New Jersey Workshop for the rian Church in Westfield’s Parish Hall. mas” of 1848, a Victorian Christ- Westfield authors Dr. Stephen DeFelice and Dr. Peter Kalellis have been Westfield residents Tim Woods mas of 1899 and a World War II incredible mentors to me over the years. Dr. DeFelice kept my eyes fixed on TAKE THE STAGE (trombone), Dhruv Tikku (piano), holiday of 1942. Museum staff in my professional goals, while Dr. Kalellis shared his spirituality and personal Amber Johnson (piano), Ryan period clothing will help uncover anecdotes with me at times when they were needed the most. Lombard (violin), Sophie Hurwitz the origin of many of the rich tradi- I have learned so much about the public relations industry and education Two From Galilee Inspires (violin), Emily Posyton (violin), Zoe tions of the holiday season. Tickets from Lorre Korecky in the Office of School and Community Relations for Pappas (violin), Stephanie Riordan are $10 to $12, but you’ll need a the Westfield public school district. Through Lorre, I grew to appreciate and Evangel Church Audiences (violin), Julia Kuzman (piano), An- reservation. Call (908) 527-0400. understand how vital it is for the Westfield community to foster the potential drew DeLouisa (piano), Kieran of some of the best and the brightest students in the state. * * * * * * * Kudos always to the members and leaders of the Westfield Art Association, By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY while minor musical strains indicative Windorf (viola), Brendan Eng (vio- Kudos always to the members and leaders of the Westfield Art Association, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Across the road, a modern version who have demonstrated and produced some of the most amazing artwork I of Hebraic music play in the back- lin), Leslie Bartsch (French horn), of Victor Herbert’s operetta, Babes in will ever witness. With every year, I watched the talent of the members grow SCOTCH PLAINS — Christmas ground. Conor Sheridan (piano), Sean Bohrod Toyland, suitable for the whole fam- and I can appreciate how they have challenged themselves and the commu- evokes all types of emotions: faith, When Mary and Joseph enter and (piano), Amanda Marcotollio (trum- ily, will be at Kean University’s Wilkins nity at large through admirable outreach programs – especially at the doubt, hope, indifference, joy and frus- sing, they are the best of Disney-type pet), Katrina Carlin (violin), Danielle Theatre on Friday, December 17, at 7 Westfield Senior Housing Complex. tration. All of those feelings and more voices. Kristina Genova, a 19 year-old Fields (viola), and Nikki Lee Marks p.m. What a delightful way to begin To the leaders of the community theater organizations and musical are expressed in the musical, Two from Rahway resident, is breathtaking in (cello) performed. the holiday experience. Tickets are ensembles – especially Cynthia Meryl of the Westfield Young Artists’ Galilee, produced by Torn Curtain at every song. With just the right amount Scotch Plains musicians Matt $14 to $20. Call the Box Office at Cooperative Theatre, Inc. and Maestro David Wroe of the Westfield Scotch Plains’ Evangel Church last of poignancy, wistfulness and longing, Forman (trombone), Hugo Demps (908) 737-SHOW, or purchase online Symphony Orchestra – I wish you the best in carrying these profoundly weekend. By the end of the Saturday Genova delivers her portion of the (violin) and Katie Buchbinder (flute) at www.wilkinstheatre.com. talented groups into the future. night performance, the audience was duet, “All I Ever Wanted” with Joseph, joined Berkeley Heights resident Eric * * * * * * * May God shine His blessings upon all of those whose lives I have reached enveloped in a blanket of joy. Marc Perrella, who matches her inten- Jacobson (cello) at the recital. during my years at The Leader/Times. On Saturday, December 18, at 7 Torn Curtain, a group comprised of sity. They convince the audience of Attended by parents and guests of p.m., Antioch Chamber Ensemble As I write this farewell, so many different memories come to my mind. members from a number of area their joy of finding a special love. the participants, the recital included First, I came to Westfield as a little girl who bought her shoes at Epstein’s will present An Antioch Christmas. churches, has been delighting the com- One of the best moments in Act I is the students’ interpretation of music The concert will feature your favorite Bootery and her greeting cards at Jeanette’s. Then, I came as a wide-eyed munity with their Christmas produc- by composers such as Rimsky- journalist, pounding the pavement of a quaint Colonial town. Now, I leave the Annunciation with “Mary’s Prayer” holiday carols and anthems, includ- tions for 14 years. and the “Angel’s Announcement.” Korsakov, Tchaikovsky, Suzuki, ing the women singing Benjamin you with a heart filled with fondness for a place that made me an honorary Handel, Bach, Mozart, Brahms, resident and friend. And this year, quite a production it Edmund Nalzaro, a local singer whose Britten’s “Ceremony of Carols,” ac- is! From the opening number of “To- biography includes being in Broadway’s Chopin and others. companied by Merynda Adams on Michelle H. Le Poidevin can be temporarily reached at day in Galilee” to the finale of “All I Miss Saigon, plays Gabriel with mag- “I was impressed with the high qual- 223 Birchwood Road, Linden, New Jersey 07036. the harp and Dan Foster on the organ. Ever Wanted,” 85 cast members from nificence. ity of the performance,” said Dr. Afterwards, stay for a holiday dessert the Calvary Tabernacle of Cranford, Other memorable moments include Schlosberg. “It is gratifying to experi- reception in the parish hall of Calvary Evangel Chapel of Bridgewater and the Mary’s mother and father, Hannah and ence student growth, from the begin- Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Evangel Church of Scotch Plains flood Joachim, well played by Liz Leadenham ning player in kindergarten to the Avenue in Summit. Tickets are $30. advanced one in high school. This For more information, please visit transition should give each child a www.antiochonline.com. great sense of pride and accomplishment.” LOCAL STARS WESTFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NEW YEAR’S EVE CONCERT Carmelo Tartivita of Fanwood Friday, DEC. 31, 2004, 7pm Publishes ‘Nanchang Diary’ Presbyterian Church in Westfield FANWOOD – Fanwood Tartivita hopes readers will resident Carmelo Tartivita, discover the importance of formerly of Westfield, re- adopting “internationally, do- MUSIC OF THE NIGHT cently published “The mestically and locally to help Nanchang Diary: The Adop- other children find their for- ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER tion of Victoria Santina ever families.” and Huang He Ping Tartivita.” “The Nanchang Diary” is In his book, Tartivita de- available online at STEPHEN SONDHEIM tails his journey to China to Barnesandnoble.com, adopt his daughter, which Publishamerica.com, and was filled with “the joys and Amazon.com. Conducted by Selections from fears of new parenting, and coupled To reach Tartivita, please email DAVID PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, with the excitement of a foreign cul- [email protected] or call (908) 322- Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times ture.” 0488. WROE EVITA, SUNSET BOULEVARD, PRECIOUS CHILD...At the finale of Two from Galilee, Marc Perrella, playing Joseph, sings to baby Jesus “All I ever wanted is found in you.” A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, Featuring the stage levels and areas of the Scotch and Bob Olsen (the show’s director). Surrealist Paintings on Tap WEENEY ODD OMPANY Stars S T , C Plains sanctuary turned stage to pro- Their “Going through the Motions” from the and more duce a magnificent sound as the chorus echoes Tevye and his wife’s, “Do you At Arts Guild of Rahway Broadway of angels, townspeople or the wise men’s love me?” from Fiddler. The lyrics ring Stage servants. true for any married couple that has AREA – Surrealist paintings by Ellen The plot line isn’t exactly the tradi- Call (908) 232-9400 for tickets experienced those sweet/sour moments Angelastro, Val Dyshlov, Philip Shimko tional Christmas story of the birth of and Lee Allen Wells will be exhibited at Or visit any of our ticket outlets: in their own marriage. Olsen’s voice is the Jesus Christ, but with of poetic especially rich and luxurious. the Arts Guild of Rahway from Wednes- WESTFIELD: license, a few twists are introduced. Act At the opening of Act II, the turn- day, January 12, to Friday, February 4. Westfield Symphony office I primarily is the love story of Mary and table set piece rotates to reveal the three A special reception will be held on Lancaster Ltd. • Town Book Store Joseph. The Biblical version doesn’t tell wise men’s observatory. A little shtick Sunday, January 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Evalyn Dunn's Gallery of a longstanding friendship of the two among the trio of Roy McMillan, Chris the gallery, located at 1670 Irving Street RAHWAY: who are betrothed, nor does it say that Marinello and Dan Edwards is light in Rahway. Union County Arts Center Joseph is a young man. It makes for an hearted, quirky and a welcome change According to Arts Guild Proprietor interesting hook. from the stogy manner in which the Lawrence Cappiello, Angelastro’s works CRANFORD: Martin Jewelers Reminiscent of the Fiddler on the sages are usually presented. are “colorful, painterly landscapes filled TRULY SURREAL...This image by SCOTCH PLAINS: Roof score, the taped music by Robert A real tearjerker of melodious pre- with flowers and trees with faces and Ellen Agnelastro will be exhbited at the Beautiful Things Sterling and Karla Worley uses tam- sentation is found in “Say a Prayer” by hybrid imagery in a Cubist-influenced Arts Guild of Rahway. bourines, violins and a full symphonic Perrella on the death of his father. style.” recognizable things and biomorphic accompaniment. Russian-trained artist Dyshlov, ac- WWW.WESTFIELDSYMPHONY.COM Some of Perrella’s pianissimo high notes imaginings.” The voices of the leads are not only are heartbreakingly beautiful. When cording to Cappiello, also infuses Cub- “Moody landscape-type images with live but lively in their presentation and Gabriel (Nalzaro) appears to Joseph as ism into his images, which are “repre- a blank white shape superimposed on interpretation. The first song, “What the messenger of comfort, he again sentational but stylized.” the top” is how Cappiello describes are you waiting for, Joseph?” is so very wows the audience with his dramatic, Shimko, a recent Master of Fine Arts Wells’ artwork. This program is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey typical of parents looking for a wife for powerful announcement. degree recipient from Montclair State State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the For more information about the ex- National Endowment for the Arts their darling son. Bachelorettes use cute Light moments are sprinkled into University, allows his images and ob- hibition or other Arts Guild programs actions to vie for Joseph’s attention Continued on Page 23 jects to “hover on the line between and classes, please call (732) 381-7511.