Music Under the Stars
Hunterdon County’s FREE Summer concert series is underway at Deer Path Park, on West Woodschurch Road, in Readington Township (off rt. 523). The Thursday evening concerts run from 7:00–9:00PM. Picnics are encouraged; refreshments are available for sale (alcohol is prohibited in the Park). Concerts scheduled for July are listed here. Rain locations for all these concerts is Hunterdon Central High School, 84 Rt. 31, Flemington.

JULY 1: EMIL STUCCHIO & THE CLASSICS
Emil Stucchio and The Classics unique style puts them in a class of their own. They received their recording contract in 1959 and their first release “Cinderella,” hit the national Top 100. A certain kind of magic happens when The Classics step onto the stage and begin sailing from one song to another, such as “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me,” and “Somewhere.”

JULY 8: HUNTERDON HARMONIZERS
Comprised of more than 50 men from Hunterdon and surrounding areas, the Harmonizers have entertained audiences throughout the County for more than 20 years and have successfully competed in Barbershop Harmony Society events as far away as Indianapolis, Indiana. As a chorus they offer a wide variety of music sung in a cappella, close 4-part harmony.

JULY 15: RAGDOLL
Ragdoll is considered one of the best tribute groups on the circuit when it comes to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. With harmony second to none and the falsetto of the lead singer, Eddy Rezzonico, is a must hear. Come out and hear Ragdoll perform hits such as, “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Let’s Hang On,” and many more!
Movies in the Park
The Tewksbury Township Parks Committee is pleased to announce the 4^th annual Movie Night In The Park, at Christie Hoffman Farm Park, 108 Fairmount Road West (rt 512).

Gather the children, some blankets and chairs, and a few snacks, and come out to the park to relax and watch a movie on the big screen under the stars. Or come early and bring a picnic supper and a Frisbee.

Movies always start at dusk (about 8:00PM). The schedule is as follows:
• Saturday, July 17^th- Hachiko: A Dog Story, Inferno Distribution, (G)
• Saturday, July 31^st- Where The Wild Things Are, Warner Bros., (PG)
• Saturday, August 21^st- Monsters, Inc., Pixar, (G)
• Wednesday, September 1^st- Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs, Sony Pictures, (PG)

Titles are subject to change. For changes or cancellations, check the Tewksbury Township website. For more information about movies or the park, contact Shana L. Goodchild, at 439-0022 (ext 731).
Califon Fine Foods Serves Up a Little Night
Califon Fine Foods will extend its popular Saturday afternoon music series to include a dinner series on the last Friday of each month.

“Saturdays have been so popular that it seemed to be the logical progression to add more music,” said Califon Fine Foods owner Nancy Ivanyo. “We had the acoustic group Hatfield McCoy, which is headed up Jay Januzzi from Citizens Band Radio, as a trial in May and it sold out. We had to add a second show the next Friday because of customer demand, and that sold out too. People around here really seem to love what we’re doing.”

Doors open for the Friday night music series at 6:30PM. The dinners, which are BYOB and cost around $20 per guest, typically include appetizers and entree, but coffee and desserts are available as well. After 8:30PM, non-dinner patrons are welcomed to come inside or sit on the porch for the performances. Admission for non-dining guests is $5.

Tommy Fuller, who has written songs for Fleetwood Mac, was the featured performer at the June 25th Friday Night Dinner Series.

“He’s energetic and has a great stage presence,” said Ivanyo of the acoustic guitar player and singer.

In July, country singer Laurie Radzniak will share sets with blues artist Duane Chez.

Ivanyo says patrons can expect the addition of a second Friday night dinner series each month if the scheduled Friday night sells out. The Saturday Afternoon Music Series, which takes place every Saturday from 12:00–3:00PM, will continue indefinitely.

Califon Fine Foods is located at 52 Main Street in Califon. Call 908-832-6360 for reservations and schedule.
Praise Group Forming
A new praise group is now being formed and hopes to feature local talent in support of the area’s churches.  The idea is to bring the joy of Christ, using contemporary music in acoustic and amplified genres. 

If you have a talent in singing and/or playing an instrument, contact Rob Uhler.  “Sing to the Lord a new song!”
Live Latin Music in Flemington
Back in 2003 Pete Vazquez had a concept. His thought was to gather as many people as possible in front of his restaurant, feed them, and show them a block party similar to the ones he knew as a kid in NYC. As the only Latin Cuisine in Hunterdon County, it had to be big to attract people from all over. With the help of many community volunteers, this came true.

As a Puerto Rican, Salsa was the music Pete heard - all the time! “My mother had her radio tuned to "Radio WADO" (one of the first Spanish radio stations) most of the day, and it kept everyone in a good mood. My mother’s kitchen was very small and yellow with colorful tropical drapes and table cloths. On the walls were pictures of the home land and a cat clock with eyes and tail that moved in opposite directions. When we had a party (at least twice a month) my father, who sang and played the guitar, and my uncles would "jam" in the living room. Live music always brought the neighbors out of their apartments. They would drink, eat and dance till the wee hours of the morning and simply enjoy each other’s company. We were family. My inspiration for Salsa Night came from my mother’s kitchen. In 2003 I brought my mother’s kitchen to the streets of Flemington and Salsa Night was born!”

Salsa Night has bought diversity to the Flemington community and an opportunity for all of us to learn from each other’s cultures and backgrounds. “When I look into the crowd, my biggest exhilaration is to see people from every ethnic background enjoying the event. Black, White, Hispanic, Polish, German, Chinese, Italian...it doesn’t matter. We are one community. Salsa Night embraces all of Flemington and its visitors.”

Mark your calendars and dust off your dance shoes! Saturday, July 17^th, on Historic Main Street in Flemington, between Mine & Capner Streets, starting at 4:00PM, the Borough of Flemington will host Flemington’s Salsa Festival. Free live music from New Jersey’s own David Cedeno and free dance lesson and performances from Griselle Ponce of House of Dance is sponsored by Platinum sponsors Shoprite of Hunterdon County and Web of Compassion. For more information, visit the Salsa Festival Web site.
57th Annual Antiques Show
Visitors to Pottersville this July 29^th–31^st will find some major alterations at the Pottersville Volunteer Fire Company’s 57^th annual Antique Show and Sale. There’s been a new addition to the little red firehouse, one large enough to house a brand new fire engine and add indoor space to their popular summer dining tent.

Appraisal services will be available all three days, from 1:00–5:00PM daily. Ken and Margaret Ward, fine jewelry specialists, will be onsite all three days. Jack Schwartz, personal property appraiser for estate liquidations, is scheduled for Thursday and Friday. Saturday, Martine White, with Bernards Appraisal Associates of Basking Ridge, will be available in the afternoon. There is a $5 fee for all items to be appraised. For more information, see the Fire Company’s Web site.

Lunch will be served each day from 11:30AM–2:00PM, and includes a variety of sandwiches ranging from Grilled Chicken and BLT’s to Fireman Burger Specialties. A buffet-style dinner is served from 5:00–8:00PM. Thursday means roast ham with raisin sauce, Friday, rounds of roast beef au jus, and Saturday, breast of turkey with sausage firehouse stuffing. Double desserts can be selected from freshly sliced peaches, ice cream, and homemade cakes. Prices: Adults $17, Seniors $16, and Children under 10 years $8.50.

The Firehouse is just off rt 512, in the heart of Pottersville. General admission is $6 per person, and parking is free. Proceeds from the event benefit the Pottersville Volunteer Fire Company. For more information, phone 908-669-1266 prior to the show dates, or 908-439-2544 during the show, or see the Fire Company’s Web site.

TAA Update -July
ETCH YOUR FAMILY INTO TEWKSBURY HISTORY
Last year, the Snack Shack was built at beautiful Oldwick Fields. to provide storage space and allow us to offer refreshments to athletes and guests. This year, we plan to install electricity to the shack. The TAA is an all-volunteer organization and we rely on our families and the community to help keep the program strong.

You can create your own place in Tewksbury history by purchasing a brick for a patio and walkway for the Snack Shack. Bricks are available in two sizes: 4" x 4" and 4" x 8". Use this order form (one form for each brick), and mail to:
Tewksbury Athletic Association
PO Box 209
Califon, NJ 07830.

TRAVEL SOCCER REFEREES NEEDED
The Tewksbury Soccer Club is seeking referees 14 years of age or older for the fall 2010 and spring 2011 seasons. Most games are played on Sundays with a few played on Saturdays. Referees gain a rewarding experience in the youth soccer program and are paid $25 – $50 per game. Travel soccer referees must pass the Grade 8 Referee course as offered by the NJ Referee Committee. For more information and to register for this course see the NJRC site. If you have any questions please contact Alan Gavornik.

WOMEN'S SOFTBALL
Registration is now open on the TAA web site for the women's softball league. Games are played every Thursday night, 6 pm at Oldwick Fields beginning in June and throughout the summer. For additional information, contact Program Manager Michelle Hofmann. Click here to register today.

MEN'S SOFTBALL
Registration is taking place online for the Men’s Softball league. Games are played Friday nights at 6:00PM at Oldwick Fields. The season runs through August. For more information, e-mail Chris Urbanski, or phone 201-563-8336.

CHESS CLUB
The Tewksbury Chess Club's Championship Tournament a.k.a. “March Madness” ended April 7^th, just in time for playoffs to begin.

The winner of the Tewksbury Chess Club for the 2009-2010 season is William Passera, who defended his title with a perfect 13-0 record. This is William's third title in the last four years.

Other winners include:
• Second Place: David Sherer
• Third Place: Kevin Sembrat, Jr.
• Fourth Place: C. B. Garrett
• Fifth Place: Spenser Sembrat
• Sixth Place: Stephen Therianos
• Seventh Place: Maya Romanenko
• Top 2 Grade Six: Mariel Sander, Destiny Dighton
• Top 2 Grade Five: Clay Grigg, Victoria Bigdelle
• Top Grade Four: Nicole Garrett
• Top Two Grade Three: Dean Campbell & Emma Mistele
• K-2 Section: Schafer Sembrat won by playoff over second place Erik Marran. Owen Mistele, Nickolas Burinsky and Benjamin Bigdelle round out the top five places.

The K-2 section of March Madness was won by Schafer Sembrat by playoff over 2^nd place Erik Marran. Owen Mistele, Nickolas Burinsky, and Benjamin Bigdelle round out the top five places. Martha Spaeth won top Grade One. Top 3 Kindergarten places went to Catrina Campbell, Sonia Marran, and Alexanda Van Epps.

The Tewksbury Chess Club meets Wednesday evenings at TES under the guidance of Master Scott Massey. Upcoming events are: May 7^th–Trophy Night, May 14^th–Massey takes on several children in a blindfold chess exhibition, and May 19^th the season’s last meeting and our One Night Tournament.

PARKING AND GARBAGE POLICIES
We want to remind you of the Township’s parking rules and our policies about garbage at the fields:

At TES, please park in the lower lot. The upper lot is reserved for handicap parking only.

At Christie Hoffman Farm, park on the grass to the left of the road only. The grass to the right of the road is the hay crop of a local farmer.

TAA operates an “if you bring it, take it with you” policy regarding trash and water bottles at the township fields. Please take any stray items with you.

QUESTIONS?
Most questions regarding any TAA programs can be quickly answered by a visit to the TAA Web site

The TAA
Summer Soccer Practice
With the World Cup in play since June and due to climax on July 11^th, many budding soccer players are already getting fired up for fall, when most youth traveling and rec soccer programs will get underway. There’s no doubt soccer is growing in popularity in the US, and especially here in Tewksbury and the surrounding areas. Not only is it exciting—as many of us are witnessing with the World Cup on television—but it’s fun to play, a great way to exercise, and a sport that doesn't break the bank because it requires relatively little gear. Cleats, shin guards and a jersey or uniform are really all a child needs to play on a team.

I give summer “homework” to the teams I coach and the players who participate in my clinics. Kids who love soccer will love how this “homework” will keep up and improve their skills over the summer.
SIDE OF FOOT WALL PASS:
Using the side of the foot and walking, jogging or running the length of the wall at about a distance of 3 feet from the wall, pass the ball to the wall and back 10 times with the right foot and then 10 times with the left foot. I recommend 2 full sets. This simple exercise really improves short passing skills.

FRONT OF FOOT WALL PASS:
This practice skill uses the same motions as the Side of Foot Wall Pass except the ball should be kicked with the front of each foot 10 times. Again, two full sets are recommended. This exercise improves shooting skills and running passes.
IN/OUT OF SPACED OBJECTS:
Begin with three objects in a line spaced ten feet apart. Walk, jog or run – slalom style – taking the ball with the right foot along the objects and back again. Repeat the drill driving the ball with the left foot and try to increase speed as you go. After mastering three objects, try five objects in a line five feet apart. I would recommend 10 sets per day: 5 times on each foot. This seems simple, but it improves dribbling and speed while running with the ball.

REPETITIVE SIDE TO SIDE PASSING & TOE TAPS:
Standing, pass the ball back and forth from right foot to left foot for a total of 20 times on each foot. Do a full three sets. Then, stand in front of the ball and alternate touching the toe of each foot onto the top of the ball. Do 10 touches on each foot for a total of three sets. These exercises improve foot speed and control of the ball.

KEEPY UP:
This seems to be every child’s favorite drill and they do it without even knowing it’s a drill. This is basically ball juggling, where the object is to keep the ball off the ground with any part of the body (feet, knees, chest and head) except the arms and hands. Count the times the ball is “hit” and try to improve the score every day. This really improves technical ability and promotes comfort handling the ball.

Summer presents many opportunities to get ready for the fall season in a fun and non-competitive manner. My favorite? Neighborhood pick up games. There’s no better way to keep in shape and practice skills while having – a ball.
Ugo Atulomah
Ugo Atulomah is a former British pro soccer player who operates New Jersey Soccer Stars, which trains and coaches soccer players from 8 years through high school. He can be reached at 908-832-9180, or by e-mail
Children's Summer Acting Workshop
Oldwick Community Players is offering a 4-week summer acting workshop July 5^th-29^th. Through various acting exercises, students will learn how to use their bodies and voices to express themselves.

The Workshop Sessions will include: acting games, improvisation, Method Acting, building subtext for a character, preparing and performing monologues, and performing scenes.

The session will run Monday through Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30PM.

The workshop is geared to children ages 10 to 15.

Performance for family and friends will be on Friday and Saturday evening July 30^th and 31^st.

The location of the workshop is the High Bridge United Methodist Church Fellow ship Hall and the cost is $200.00. To sign up or for more information, e-mail today.
Wine Tasting to Benefit Mylestone Equine Rescue
Enchanted Woods Farm, on Farmersville Road, will hold a benefit for Mylestone Equine Rescue on August 7^th, from 5:00–9:00PM. This annual event will include a wine tasting by 56 Degree Wine in Bernardsville, appetizers and desserts, a silent auction, and live music by the Ellen Ryan Band.

Mylestone is a not-for-profit horse rescue, located in Philipsburg, NJ, dedicated to helping abused and neglected horses. MER works to educate the general public about the suffering and the sad plight of unwanted horses. They work with humane officials to remove the horses from abusive and/or neglectful situations, provide ongoing care for approximately thirty special needs horses, and place rehabilitated horses into qualified homes. Proceeds from the wine tasting go directly toward the daily care of these animals including: veterinary and dental care, specialized feed, farrier services, and nutritional supplements.

Admission to the event is by donation of $50 in advance, or $60 at the door. For more information, phone the rescue, at 908-995-9300.
Harvest Festival is on the Way
The 12^th Annual Tewksbury Harvest Festival is on the schedule for Saturday, September 25^th, from 12:00–5:00PM. Be sure to save the date, and watch future issues of The Tewksbury Times for full details about this fun-filled family event.
Fishing Fun
The Tewksbury Township PBA 386 would like to thank everyone who participated in their annual Fishing Derby at the Pascal Park.

It was a beautiful day for fishing. Reports for the largest fish caught and recorded ranged from 9½" to 10¾". Most fish caught were large mouth bass, sunfish, trout, and even a few catfish. A great time was had by all.

The PBA extends a special thanks to Dale Grover from Tewksbury Elementery School and Chris Lido from Whitemore Wildlife Sanctuary for their assistance. The members of the PBA look forward to seeing you next year.
Hunterdon Hills Garden Club Luncheon
The Hunterdon Hills Garden Club is about all things “green,” promoting awareness of environmentally-friendly gardening practices and helping gardeners find deer-resistant flowers. On April 29^th, the group turned its attention to another kind of green, that doesn’t grown on trees, by hosting a “Springtime in Paris” luncheon, chaired by Susan Thomas of Tewksbury.

The event was a fund-raiser for the club’s scholarship fund, for students pursuing college degrees in agriculture, horticulture or environmental science. The luncheon and lecture was held at Fiddlers Elbow Country Club, in Bedminster, and drew 175 attendees from all over the region. The featured speaker was Derek Fell, internationally renowned garden expert and author of over 60 publications. Mr. Fell gave the audience a rare glimpse into Claude Monet’s garden, the subject of one of his most popular books. He also touched on the gardens of other French Impressionist painters, including Cezanne and Renoir.

The event also featured a silent auction, offering goods and services donated by local merchants and individuals, and demonstrations by floral designers Bernadette Mitchell and Mark Bryan. Mitchell, the flower designer for Fiddlers Elbow, demonstrated ichibana, the Japanese style of flower arranging. Bryan, of Hairy Mary Designs in Upper Black Eddy, PA, created arrangements using a combination of exotic flowers and flowers commonly grown in local backyards. The arrangements were available for sale, along with centerpiece arrangements, donated by local designers.

In June 2011, the club will again hold its popular garden tour, which has been a highly successful scholarship fundraiser for several years. For more details, see the club’s website.
Woman's Club Walk-a-thon Raised >$1000
The Woman's Club of Tewksbury held a "Walk for Tewksbury" on Thursday, May 20^th which raised more than $1,000 for the organization's scholarship fund.

"It surpassed all our expectations," said Woman's Club of Tewksbury member and event organizer Jean Frankel. "We had a great turnout, it was a lot of fun and the weather couldn't have been more beautiful."

The approximately fifty-five participants, who each made a donation of $25, walked either a one-, two-, or three-mile walk with exercise stations to do lunges, jump rope or jumping jacks set up along the way. The routes all began at the Tewksbury Municipal Meeting House in Mountainville and proceeded up Water Street and along Rockaway Road, with the longest walk reaching Hill & Dale Road.

Each participant was given a complimentary Woman's Club water bottle and a raffle ticket to win one of three prizes: a Miele vacuum donated by Marion and Scott Lombardi, wine donated by Tewksbury Fine Wines or a gift certificate to Gourmet Expressions in Mountainville.

"This was a great way to fund raise because we all got to do something for ourselves and our health while raising money for a good cause at the same time," said Frankel. "It was truly a win win situation for us all."
WCTT Awards Annual Scholarship
The Woman’s Club of Tewksbury Township (WCTT) awarded its annual scholarship to Matthew Bitters at their annual President’s Luncheon which was held June 1^st, at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club. His parents Chris and Janine Bitters watched as Education Chairperson Jean Frankel presented Matthew a check for $4,000 for his continuing education at American University, in Washington, DC, where he has been accepted into the School of International Service.

Each year, the WCTT awards a scholarship to a high school senior from Tewksbury who shows excellence in scholarship, citizenship—contribution to fellow students and the township—and financial need. All are considered equally in the Club’s choice of a recipient.

The Club raises funds throughout the year for this scholarship and for their dedication to Senior Citizens living in nursing homes in the area.

Members of the Education committee included Edel Freitag, Rachel Sperduto, Anne Diamente and Sonja Fesenmaier.
Kids Helping Kids
Tickets are now on sale for Dayspring Productions’ July 10^th, benefit performance! An afternoon of exciting music and dance performances by some of Hunterdon County’s most talented kids begins at 2:00PM, in the Hunterdon Central Regional High School Auditorium.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Proceeds from this performance will benefit CureSearch, a pediatric cancer research organization.

Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy this wonderful event in support of an important cause. For ticket sales or more information , phone 832-7733 during business hours, or 797-8227.

Dayspring Productions is a New Jersey non-profit organization registered and operating in Hunterdon County.
Tewksbury's Got Talent!
The Tewksbury Township PTA raised the roof and more than $5000 at their Tewksbury's Got Talent show on Friday, April 30^th, at Tewksbury Elementary School (TES).

The sold out event was attended by more than 400 TES students, family members and friends, and raised more than $5,000 from ticket sales, bake sales and a 50/50 raffle—which netted the winning Tewksbury family a $1,155 prize.

“It was a huge success,” said PTA president Jenny Gelson. “All of the kids had a blast and all the parents that I've spoken to have said how much they enjoyed it and how impressed they were with the acts. It was really just a great night.”

Tewksbury Elementary School’s five third grade and five fourth grade classes each performed an individual act which ranged from a third grade class-written song about Silly Bandz to a fourth grade class skit. A group of TES teachers performed a musical skit as well. Third grade teacher Camille Bristown and Technology teacher Kyle Rehrig co-hosted the talent show.

The show, was the brainchild of PTA member and mother of three TES third graders, Kristen Rinehart, to raise money specifically for “Project Block Out the Sun”—an effort to pay for curtains/window blinds for the school's Cafetorium.

Gelson said she hoped Tewksbury's Got Talent will become an annual event. "It gave so many kids their first opportunity to be on stage and perform. You could just see the excitement on their faces and the satisfaction from creating and delivering a good show. They were so proud of themselves. I would love to see it happen again.”
Hearts for Haiti
Tewksbury Elementary School (TES) held a month-long drive—which they called the Hearts for Haiti Campaign—that raised $2,565.50 to help people in Haiti devastated by the January earthquake, through the nonprofit group World Vision.

“I am tremendously proud of the kids and the staff,” said TES Principal James Miller. “They really put their heart and souls into this.”

Hearts for Haiti was introduced to students on January 26^th at a special Tiger Time assembly during which fourth graders performed a skit and sang special songs. The collection began the next day on January 27^th.

“Every class got a collection container and everybody who contributed—no matter how modest—got to make a heart,” said TES School Nurse and Hearts for Haiti coordinator Judy Piccolo-Torsky. “Fourth graders gave up their recess time all month to hang hearts.”

Hundreds of hearts now adorn the lobby and hallways of Tewksbury Elementaty School. According to Torsky, many parents matched the funds taken out of piggy banks, snack money, and allowances that their children donated.

The Hearts for Haiti Campaign concluded on Tuesday, February 16 at a special assembly where staff and students were encouraged to wear red, the color of caring and compassion.
TEF Raises $65,000
The Tewksbury Education Foundation (TEF) raised over $65.000 on Saturday, May 15^th, at their annual Barn Dance and Auction at the Brady Life Camp on McCann Mill Road near Pottersville. The event, which marked the organization’s 15^th—crystal— anniversary was attended by about 200 guests.

“It was truly a stellar night worthy of the fifteen year milestone,” said TEF President Bob Wittpenn. “The place looked magical. The atmosphere was electric. And most importantly, everyone had a lot of fun and raised a lot of money for our schools.”

The event featured dinner, dancing to the live music of Mobius Strip, a champagne cocktail bar, live and silent auctions and a 50/50 raffle. Betsy Olsen claimed the 50/50 cash pot, which totaled about $4,100.

The live auction raised over $20,000. Some of the dozen or so live auction items which commanded a lot of attention and competition were a handmade quilt comprised of self portraits of every one of Tewksbury Elementary School’s (TES) second grade students made by the students themselves and sewn together by parents ($2,750); two handmade garden planters with original artwork by children’s author and artist Dar Hosta featuring specialty touches by every TES first grade student ($1,400); a five course dinner for five couples in the city with wine pairing and transportation ($3,600); a week’s holiday on Bequia in the West Indies ($2,750) and two sets of Giants tickets with gourmet tailgate meals ($1,400 and $2,000).

The silent auction offered over 150 items representing a wide range of goods and services. Popular silent auction items included the opportunity for a child to be Tewksbury Elementary School principal for a morning and lunch out with real principal James Miller ($250); a fifth grade girls night out with Old Turnpike Middle School (OTS) teachers Nicole Amato, Catherine Dusault and Brittany Elder ($345); a host your own telescope night with two high powered telescopes and two professional astronomers from the Pearl Observatory ($500); a private cooking lesson for four and lunch with Tewksbury Inn chef Chris Quintile ($420); five individualized soccer training sessions with former British pro Ugo Atulomah and New Jersey Soccer Stars ($400); a massage a month for the next entire school year at the Body Balance Center in Pottersville ($490); and a progressive dinner for three couples at four historic Oldwick homes ($590).

“Our children are very fortunate to have so many parents, community members and local businesses—as well as Tewksbury Schools staff—committed to making sure they receive the best education possible,” said Wittpenn. “I sincerely thank everyone who contributed, participated and attended for making our crystal Barn Dance such a success.”

Wittpenn added that the support of Verizon Communications—which took on the role of title sponsor this year—contributed greatly to making the event so successful.

Since its inception 15 years ago, the TEF has raised over $1 million for Tewksbury Schools to fund privately what the public budget does not support. 100% of funds raised by the TEF directly supports Tewksbury Township Schools, students and teachers. It is through the TEF that Tewksbury Schools are afforded opportunities for cultural arts and science programs in classrooms such as poetry, theater and writers’ residencies; technology upgrades in the forms of smartboards in every classroom; staff development programs which make it possible for teachers to further their skills and talents through innovative literature, workshops, seminars and conferences; teacher mini grants and grants which allow teachers the opportunity to enhance their curriculum; and an endowment fund to ensure the high standards that have been set will endure for future generations of Tewksbury Schools students.
American Girl Fashion Show Now Casting Models!
Attention all American Girl Fans! Join Immaculate Conception School of Clinton for the 4^th Annual American Girl Fashion Show, featuring historical and contemporary girls clothing. They are currently casting models for the show to be held November 14^th, at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. Show times are 10:00AM, 1:00PM, and 5:00PM. Girls size 10 (height 52-56 inches) are needed to model.

For model applications, or more information, see the Fashion Show Web site, or e-mail the organizers.

Come show your sparkle and style!
Jr. Girl Scouts' Story Hour
On February 9^th, Junior Girl Scout Troop #215, consisting of eight girls—Kim Bischoff, Becca Frost, Abby Gilbert, Isabella Gonzalez, Kristina Hlinka, Maia Lewis, Kate Tweedie, and Lillian Vaz—held a Valentine’s Day story time at the Tewksbury Library, complete with books, crafts and holiday snack. The troop guided children as they made a special Valentine pin and flower for their special parent.

Then, on Wednesday, March 31^st, the Library again welcomed Junior Troop #215 to host a spring holiday story time for children 3-5 years of age. It was a sunny day, with a hint of spring in the air, as the girl scouts prepared their activities with springtime books, crafts and a special homemade treat. Each took turns reading to the group before they moved on to cookie decorating. “I really loved decorating my bunny cookie with lots of colored frosting. It tasted really good too,” said Jaclyn Sutch. Each child went home with a little bit of springtime; a special spring picture frame, a full belly and a few new stories to remember.

The initial idea came from Lillian Vaz, troop member, who wanted to do something in her community for children and reading. “I love reading and I love little kids, so I decided to combine them and reach out to the library because I knew they did story time.”

It has been said that “there is no real substitute for books in the life of a child,” and this troop knows it. “Their first visit was such a success, we loved having them back,” stated Carol, the librarian. “The little ones were so engaged as they listened to the troop.” Carol went on to say that she “was pleasantly surprised by the troop’s efforts in planning the whole thing out,” (the first time), “and requested them back for more.”

For more information about Story Hours, phone the Tewksbury Library, at 439-3761.
TTA Welcomes New Members
The Tewksbury Trail Association (TTA) is a nonprofit community organization devoted to supporting a vibrant equine community and preserving the rural atmosphere and natural beauty of Tewksbury Township. Members of the association, equestrians and other horse lovers, work diligently to maintain and expand over 100 miles of riding trails within our township.

The TTA also hosts various special events throughout the year including an Annual Trail Pace, Bi-Annual Barn Tour, monthly Sunday Group Rides, Annual Holiday Party, Clinics and Guest Lectures. The organization is currently developing its own Web site (www.TTA-NJ.org) which should be up and running in the very near future.

New members, who need not own horses, are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming involved in the TTA or learning more about who we are, please contact Vivian Roberts*.

*Please note, to protect the privacy of residents, The Roseco Press maintains a Web policy against posting the home phone numbers of individuals. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Clothing Drive
Come put your junk in the trunk. The Califon School Clothing Drive is raising funds for a playground. Clothing or accessories (hand bags, belts and shoes), and any soft household items (bedding, curtains, kids toys, stuffed animals), are acceptable (hard-surfaced kids toys are the one exception to the soft-only rule). The organizers will turn your donated items into 12¢ a pound for the school.

Bagged items may be dropped off at the Lower Valley Presbyterian Church (445 rt 513), behind Happy Face Nursery School, in Califon. Leave items in the shed behind the playground.

Financial donations are also welcome. Checks payable to “Califon School” may be sent to:
Kim Rodgers
443 Route 513
Califon, N J 07830
For more information, e-mail the school contact person, Joan Nitti.
Historic Pottersville Throws
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Pottersville Fire Company is offering unique, custom-designed, 100%-cotton throws for sale. The 50"x70" woven throws feature tapestry renderings of historic Pottersville landmarks, and make wonderful gifts for friends or family with a tie to Pottersville.

The throws cost $45 each, and are available in Hunter Green, Cranberry, or Delft Blue, on a natural background. To place your order, send a check for the correct amount to:
Pottersville Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary
PO Box 56
Pottersville, NJ 07979
25 Years for Master Gardeners
The Rutgers Master Gardener Association of New Jersey recently celebrated its 25^th anniversary at their annual conference, held at Douglass Campus Center of Rutgers, the State University. In 1984, the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Master Gardener program was initiated to assist the County Extension offices meet their goals of increasing the public’s horticultural skills, environmental awareness, and stewardship, through research-based education. In Somerset and Hunterdon counties, the first class of Certified Master Gardeners graduated in 1992.

The New Rutgers Master Gardener Class currently in training ends in March. The next class session will begin in Fall, 2010. If you are interested in gardening and volunteering in your community, and would like information about joining the next class, contact the Hunterdon Extension Office, at 788-1338 (select Option 4 of the phone menu).
MACNJ Meets Monthly
The Macintosh Association of Central New Jersey (MACNJ) is a (non-profit) certified Apple User Group. MACNJ provides an opportunity for Apple computer users to share experiences and exchange information about applications and hardware.

Information on the next meetign was not available, but MACNJ usually meets on the 2^nd Saturday morning of each month, from 9:00AM-12:00PM, in the first floor Music Room of Voorhees High School.

For directions, or more information, see the MACNJ web site.
"The Link" Connects the County
Need to get to the Hunterdon Medical Center but you'd rather not drive yourself? Interested in a day of shopping in Flemington outlets or downtown stores, but don't want to spend half the day hunting for parking spaces? The Link may be what you're looking for.

The Link is Hunterdon County's transportation system. With two county-wide "loop" routes, a Flemington shuttle, and dial-up, on-demand service, The Link is a flexible way to get you where you're going in Hunterdon County.

For information on routes, schedules, and dial-up service, check out The Link's Web page.
Equestrian Committee
Did you know that Tewksbury Township has an Equestrian Committee? Their mission is to elucidate and maintain the equestrian lifestyle in support of the Master Plan’s goal of preserving Tewksbury Township as a rural community.

We’re here to be a liaison between horse people and the township, answer questions, and address concerns which horse people in Tewksbury may have, and serve as a sounding board and voice for the equestrian community.

The Committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:30PM, at the Municipal Building in Mountainville; meetings are open to the public.
Sally Ike, Charirman
Events at Whittemore
SCOUTING PROGRAMS
Scouting programs are available at the Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary. Scouts can work on badge requirements, learn about nature, or enjoy a hike through the Sanctuary. Programs are directed by Naturalist Jim Newquist. The cost is $25 per troop. For more information, phone 439-0022, ext. 724, or 439-1202.

The Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary is conveniently located at 7 Rockaway Rd., Oldwick. For directions or more information, phone 439-0022, ext. 724, or 439-1202.

Parks Committee Notice
The Tewksbury Parks Committee would like to remind you that while enjoying the Parks with your pet it is a Town Park Regulation that you pick up after your pet and that all pets be leashed. Those violating this are subject to a summons for Disorderly Conduct and a possible fine. In the spirit of Tewksbury courtesy, we also ask you to be neighborly and remind anyone not practicing picking up after their pet to please ask them to show respect to all users of the Parks and pick up after their pet. If you see something, say something.
Tewksbury Parks Committee
SHHRC
SHHRC MISSION
The Somerset Hills Handicapped Riding Center (SHHRC) is a non-profit, charitable organization, dedicated to improving the lives of physically, emotionally, and cognitively challenged adults and children, through diverse equine assisted activities.

SHHRC provides adaptive horseback riding lessons, equine-assisted physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and an integrated summer day camp (for children with and without disabilities). SHHRC currently serves more than 140 riders each year, and has a corps of more than 300 active volunteers. The organization receives no state or federal funding, and relies solely on the generosity of individual supporters to fulfill its mission. For m ore information about SHHRC’s programs, phone 439-9636.
Tewksbury Seniors Welcomes You
MONTHLY MEETINGS
The Tewksbury Township Senior's are looking for new members to join their Group. Both men and women 60+ are welcome to join this friendly group for conversation and a wide variety of activities and projects. The Seniors Group meets on the 1^st Wednesday of each month, in the Pottersville Firehouse, at 10:30AM.

If you are interested in joining as a member, or just want to check out the present group, stop by the Firehouse some Wednesday.
Eye Openers
Flemington Eye Openers is a support group for the visually impaired and blind, and is currently seeking new members. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 11:00AM in the Community Services Building (Extension Center), on route 31, in Flemington. The Link shuttle bus can provide transportation to meetings (for scheduling and other information about The Link, phone 800-842-0531, or see their Web site).

Eye Openers activities include trips, guest speakers, luncheons, and various events throughout the year. A phone chain is offered to help interested members keep in touch. For more information, phone Jean Carhart. (Please note, the Roseco Press has a Web policy against posting the phone numbers of individuals.)
Horse Sense -July 2010
Years ago, I developed a horse cookie recipe, which I will now share, since my oven has been long cold, and I figure this is not really fair to our Tewksbury horses. My own horses never rebuffed the expensive products available at your local tack shop, but other owners have commented that theirs can be finicky. Not with these cookies!

Make certain that all ingredients are fresh; grains can spoil easily in summer heat and humidity. Treats are meant to be occasional. This baking project could be fun for children, so be cautious not to let them feed an excessive amount at any one time, to avoid digestive upset. Trainers warn that “hand-feeding” can be a bad practice, encouraging horses to become “mouthy” and possibly nip hands. I like to drop treats into my horses’ food bins.
Horse Cookies Recipe:
• Mix together:
1½ cups unsweetened applesauce
½ cup molasses
1 cup Grape Nuts® cereal
1 cup “quick cook” oatmeal
• Let set ½ hour in a cool area of the kitchen.
• Add:
1 cup fine corn meal
1 cup oat bran
Additional 1 cup oatmeal
About ½ - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (all natural is best)
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• Mush all together and let set another ½ hour. The mix should be stiff but still wet (it depends on the brand of applesauce). If it seems too dry, add more oil or applesauce. If very wet, add more oats.
• Form dough into little balls (I use a rounded tablespoon measure as a scoop) and roll them in KOSHER salt (regular salt melts into the dough). Place on ungreased cookie sheet and gently flatten with the bottom of a glass.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 30 - 35 minutes. They should be firm but not too dry. The recipe makes about three dozen cookies.

The cookies will dry out if not covered, and will go stale like regular cookies. I use mine within a week. Again, do not overfeed, but instead share with friends! They make great gifts.
Kathleen Stiles
Kathleen Stiles is a student of Veterinary Technology at Purdue University. You can reach her by e-mail
Horse Sense - May 2010
WELCOME SPRING! BUT BE CAREFUL.
The arrival of spring should carry an emphasis on smart animal husbandry practices at your home or wherever you keep your horse. With the rise in insects and often excessive rain, there are many seemingly innocuous things that could be hazards to your horse.

Do not think, "oh, it’s a horse, so the stable is going to be dirty". This is potentially dangerous reasoning. Many diseases can be prevented by general cleanliness and good stable management in conjunction with proper vaccination and de-worming. Insect control is important too. If the stable is unclean, this will be difficult. Mosquitoes and flies can carry dangerous diseases, and while you cannot get rid of all of them, take steps to reduce the populations:
• Protect with a safe topical insecticide.
• Use an exterminator, barn sprays, or hang simple "fly catchers".
• Keep areas clean in your horse’s stall. Make sure that his feed and water buckets are routinely scrubbed.
• Standing pools of water should be emptied to discourage breeding of mosquitoes, the common carriers of the West Nile Virus.
• Especially during warm weather, stalls should be emptied, disinfected, and re-bedded periodically.
• Do not leave stable lights on at night as they attract insects.

Many diseases are spread, not only within your herd but also to neighbors’ animals, by poor horse-keeping practices. Avoid allowing your horse to graze in particularly wet areas of your property. Potomac Horse Fever sources in snails; there are reports that intermediate hosts might carry it as well. Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis is thought to be spread by opossum. If the animal is running into your barn at night, feed could be contaminated. Protect your hay and grain against marauders to prevent these serious illnesses. Insects falling into feed or buckets can also act as contaminants.

Addressing another springtime issue, stable manager Michael Rucci of Tewksbury suggests that as we now have to cut the grass of our fields, allow approximately four days after mowing for the grass clippings to disintegrate. Cut grass ferments very quickly, possibly causing colic and founder from ingestion. Rotate the use of your paddocks if your tractor leaves clippings on the ground. And remember that fresh spring grass is high in sugar content. Introduce your horse to it slowly to prevent similar dangers.
Kathleen Stiles

Kathleen Stiles is a student of Veterinary Technology at Purdue University.
Michael Rucci is the owner/manager of Woodsedge. 908-655-6268.
Horse Sense - March 2010
IT’S TIME FOR VACCINATIONS
Even though snow is still falling, your horse’s spring vaccinations should be scheduled now. The so-called ‘spring’ and ‘fall’ vaccines are misnomers; we should probably refer to them as ‘late winter’ and ‘late summer’ shots. There is physiological evidence that an early vaccination schedule may be advisable. Waiting until it is actually spring may not allow your horse enough time to establish necessary immune responses or allow boosters to protect your horse through the seasons.

According to area veterinarians, the standard spring vaccinations are the following: Eastern and Western Encephalitis, tetanus, influenza, rhinopneumonitis, and West Nile Virus. And then, approximately two weeks later: botulism, rabies, and Potomac horse fever. The administration of the vaccines in two doses avoids overwhelming the horse’s immune system.

Some veterinarians recommend a vaccination schedule beginning in March, with August boosters of many of the shots, especially if environmental conditions have been conducive to the proliferation of the offending organisms. Just because the vaccines are termed ‘spring’ does not mean that the threat of infection disappears after the season is over. In recent years, there have been incidents of suspected PHF variants during the early New Jersey autumn, even in spring-vaccinated horses, reinforcing the importance of protecting against the organisms before frost can kill them.

Once your horse receives the vaccines, trainer Michael Rucci recommends a day or two of rest, turnout, or very light work to avoid stressing his system. The horse may experience some local soreness, typically in the neck, where intramuscular injections are most often administered. He also might seem a little ‘off’ from the physiological effects of the vaccines, just as a human might after an influenza shot. He could run a slight fever. Incidents of more serious effects, such as colic, are reportedly rare; consult your veterinarian.

Some owners feel they can skip these vaccinations, rationalizing that their horses rarely leave their properties. However, many of these diseases are spread by insects or other hosts. You owe it to your neighbor and your horse to vaccinate.
Kathleen Stiles
Kathleen Stiles is a student of Veterinary Technology at Purdue University.
Michael Rucci is the owner/manager of Woodsedge, he can be reached at 908-655-6268.
Horse Sense - February 2010
This is the first of what we hope will be an ongoing column on horse care and other equine issues. As always, we are seeking new contributors. If you would like to write a "Horse Sense" column (or anything else for The Times,) please e-mail us. - editor

WINTER COMFORTS
Uncomfortably cold days arrived early this winter and have so far persisted without much relief. This cold, with the resulting frozen ground, creates conditions which require special care to keep your horse healthy and comfortable. Horses that live outdoors will usually grow an adequate coat; heavy enough to tolerate NJ’s winter temperatures. However, the outdoor horse must be able to get out of the wind. A shed with a southeast exposure is the best way to achieve this wind relief.

The outdoor horse also requires additional hay and grain throughout the winter to maintain their body temperature, as well as a daily, fresh water source. It is very important that horses drink adequate water when the weather is cold. Filling buckets with warm water or using a water heater helps prevent freezing and encourages your horse to drink enough water to keep him/herself healthy.

If your horse is stabled inside, you may choose to blanket him. Layering the blankets is best. The outside layer should always be waterproof and, for safety, be equipped with leg straps. Layering allows blankets to be added or removed as the temperature changes. You have to be sure that you remove all blankets periodically to straighten and smooth the layers. It is imperative to check your horse’s overall condition and watch for “blanket rubs” caused by shifting blankets.

Body-clipped horses turn-out should be delayed until mid-morning, and cold horses do like to come in by mid-afternoon, before the wind kicks up and the sun begins to set. Throwing some hay into your paddocks replaces the nonexistent grass, and a warm bran mash one evening a week keeps a horse’s digestive tract moving.

Finally, if the weather or other problems have kept your horse inside for a few days, take special care when you first let him out. A horse that has been inside for a few days is very likely to run and play as soon as he is turned loose. Check the pathways for ice, and be sure to release the horse away from deep frozen ruts.

Although winter can be a challenging time for those of us who care for horses and ponies, with a little extra effort our equine friends will welcome spring both happy and healthy.
Kathy Kunsman

Kathy Kunsman is owner and trainer at Glen Eden Farm, 76 Hill & Dale Road. You can reach her by e-mail.
BSA Troop 199 Seeks Alumni
To celebrate the 50^th Anniversary of Boy Scout Troop #199 there will be a picnic on Saturday, June 19^th, starting at 5:00PM, in the Pavilion at Christie Hoffman Farm Park. All current Troop families and Troop alumni are invited! Bring your best stories from past days in Troop 199 and any old Troop 199 memorabilia.

If you can attend, RSVP to Eileen Klauser.
Nationally-Recognized Musicians at TES
Through the Merck Educational Enrichment Program of Raritan River Music and the Tewksbury Education Foundation (TEF), renowned violinist Tim Fain and guitar duo Newman & Oltman brought the music of Vivaldi and Bach to Tewksbury Elementary School's (TES) kindergarten on Friday, May 7^th.

The captivated five- and six-year-old audience witnessed up close and personally how music can relate emotions, speak for characters, and tell stories, and were treated to a portion of the performance the three classical musicians would perform the following evening at the Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church, in Stewartsville, as part of the Raritan River Music concert series.

“If you give kids something to sink their teeth into, they’ll keep their focus with it for a long time,” said guitarist Michael Newman. “This is the twentieth year we’ve been doing these school programs in Hunterdon County, and it’s always encouraging to see how enthusiastic the kids are towards music.”

"I think it was a fantastic program," said TES Kindergarten teacher Elizabeth Kohan. "I think how they brought it down to the kids' level was wonderful, and you could just see how the kids responded."