Rescue Squad Sponsors Third Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show - See page 7. South Plainfield «""**"*CAR-RT LOT"C-026 20 44 SP PUBLIC LIBRARY 2484 Plainfield Avenue serveS PbinfiekJ, NJ 07r080 -3531 VOL 13, NO. 45 Member New Jersey Press Association 60 CENTS SOUTH PU JULY 16, 2010 BOE Restores School^ e Officer Adult School, Detective Darby Retiring Freshman Sports By Libby Barsky picking on my kid.1 r Well, you wouldn't be By Libby Barsky Detective James called here if you didn't Darby is retiring from need to be. We don't Co-curricular activities, the Adult the South Plainfield get a lot of support High School and two secretaries, Police force after 25 along with other items which were years as a police officer. from the parents," he originally cut from the Board of He began his career said, adding when kids Education school budget adopted in get involved in gangs in Green Brook then April, will be restored based on ac- there's no direction came to South Plainfield tion taken at a special meeting held from home. in 1994, spending most on Monday. Cuts in state aid and of his career as a deco- further reductions by Board members requested the spe- rated detective in the cial meeting to discuss and vote on the department. the borough council return of programs and co-curricular During the 2009/ after the school budget programs so as not to overwhelm die was voted down result- 2010 school year De- Detective James Darby combined committee of the whole ed in the BOE's elimi- and regular board meeting scheduled tective Darby held the position of mtjon rf me posit,on for nm ycar School Resource Officer. His duties for this week. "My responsibilities [as school re- included patrolling the halls and source officer] are the security of the The school resource officer and after grounds of South Plainfield High buildings and the grounds. I inreract school activities, as well as a number School, the middle school, Grant with the administration within the of teachers, had been eliminated when School, and occasionally, he would guidelines of discipline and behavior. the 2010/2011 S53M school budget visit the elementary schools. It was I'm also here to let the kids be com- was introduced in April. After the vot- a position created as part of shared fortable around law enforcement," ers rejected the budget, the Borough services with the Borough of South Darby said of his job. He has also Council in May approved S1.25M Plainfield, whereby the Board of Edu- been a high school freshman baseball in further reductions. Since then, cation pays his salary and his benefits coach for many years. approximately $1.2M in additional come from the Soudi Plainfield Police fluids have been realized from savings Department. "It's more like being a counselor," m switching health insurance carriers, he said, holding a sheaf of folders. "I from retirements, and from tuition Darby is also enthusiastic about the make sure that the players are doing reimbursement from the state. A por- role of the video surveillance system their academic work before they get tion of that savings has already been Is it girls' night out? No, it's Tom Doyan and Al Hook performing a duo at that was installed this year. out on the baseball field because if used to restore some teacher aides Kennedy School's Annual Variety Show. For story, see page 12. "The best thing the district did they fail a class, they can't play." was install the video surveillance sys- positions, the director of technology But being the coach allows Darby a tem. It has aided us greatly. We can and a technology technician who had special connection to the students. monitor thcliallways," he said, and been scheduled to be laid off. 3rd Quarter Estimated gave an example of what die cameras "The kids know me with the coach- ing I've done. I'm a familiar face, but The board voted to restore all fresh- exposed. Fm also the face of authority. I don't man sports, winter track, competition Tax Bills Mailed July 13 "We recendy had a kid steal a cell think you have to be friends with the cheerleading, the swim team, the phone in the gym. We were able to kids, and you are here for a particular Adult High School for accreditation, monitor him from the time he took reason." two secretaries and co-curricular pro- State Budget Stalls 2nd and 3rd Quarter Tax Bills die cell phone until the time he threw grams, and they dedicated a maximum it in the toilet. 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Parents say, 'You're sity baseball team did as this year's that the district had "not called back Suggestion to Move Library Draws Criticism White Division Champions with a one teacher," alluding to a first grade season record of the most wins with teacher and a high school guidance 25 games. counselor who retired. A letter to the editor in last week's Members of the South Plainfield member been approached about the Although Detective Darby is retir- Observer submitted by the Shared Library Board of Trustees met on idea of the library relocating to the ing from the police force he doesn't Currently, the district is seeking Services Committee suggested that Tuesday and die letter was one of the BOE building nor were rhey asked want to leave his position as Resource new principals for both the high because the Roosevelt Administration topics discussed at the meeting. After to give their opinion. Most board Officer and would like to continue school and middle school. Building is currently underused, the reading the letter in the Observer^ members learned of the suggestion and be rehircd. library could relocate to that build- Board President Eric Aronowitz when it appeared in the Observer. "I like being here. I get along with ing and utilize two floors (second submitted a letter to the editor (see The Shared Services Committee, the kids. It keeps it on a different and third). The committee farther page two). however, did invite members of the level. I don't have to carry a gun and proposed that the BOE administrative No members of the library board library board to their next meeting a badge," he said. "It's tied to the staff relocate to the library's present were invited to the Shared Services on Wednesday, July 28. budget. I do think there is a need for site and went on to enumerate some Committee meeting when rhe sugges- In his letter this week, Aronowitz me to be here based on the amount of of the potential benefits to residents. tions were made, nor had any board (Continued on page 8) stuff we did. I'm constandy busy." In January Detective Darby took on the part time position of Residency Investigator, a position investigat- ing, identifying and monitoring the The Middlesex County Concerts arc held in Spring visit www.co.middlesex.nj.us. residence of students attending or Board of Chosen Freeholders' Lake Park Gazebo from 6:30 Next Up... seeking to attend schools in South free summer concert series to 8 p.m. and are open to the July 25: The Scott Mi- Plainfield. continues this Sunday, July public. For information, call chaels Quartet presents: Pop At the June 16 BOE meeting 18 with The Live Sounds of Jackie Neill, recreation super- Music through the Years- Darby was reappointed school re- Magic-Rich Aiello, conductor. visor, at (732) 745-3936 or Bob Slonim, leader. source officer for the 2010/2011 school ycar. To subscribe to the South Plainfield Observer call 908-668-0010 July 16,2010 Want to stay informed about the business of your Council and BOE? FYIr, . Council meetings air on Comcast Channel 96 bOCOUCjn Mondays at 7 p.m. BOE meetings air on Thurs- COUnCil days at 7 p.m. &BOE To purchase a complete copy of a council or BOE meeting, contact the Observer. (Check Comcast community bulletin board for last minute time changes.) C :•.;:. CM Meets twice a month on Mondays, 'except where noted. Borough Hall Council Chambers • Questions? 908-226-7605 Agenda Meeting Public Meeting July 19 (moved from July 12) July 19 (moved from July 12) August6 August6 September? (Tuesday) September? All Agenda Meetings begin at 7 p.m. followed immediately by the Public Meeting, unless otherwise noted. Meetings of the Governing Body are held in accordance with the N.J. Open Public Meetings Act (N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq.) in the Council Chambers at 2480 Plainfield Ave. planningboard Meets second and fourth Tuesday of the month, "except where noted. Borough Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Questions? 908-226-7641 July 27, Aug. 10, Aug. 24, Sept. 14, Sept. 28, Oct 12, Oct 26, Nov. 9 Dec. 7. PLAINFIELDS' UNICO ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICERS-(L-R) Board of Directors members Victoria DeAugustine, Bettina Dubas and Dorothy Lodato; Recording Secretary Janet DeAugustine, Sergeant at Arms John DeAndrea, President zoning;: Anthony Bengivenga, First Vice President Michael Coiucci, Treasurer Rae Calvo, Christina Kozachek (standing in for Meets second and fourth Thursday of the month, 'except where noted. her mother. Second Vice President Connie Kozachek), Immediate Past President Robert Bengivenga, Plain-fields' Borough Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Questions? 908-226-7641 UNICO Founder and Chapter Expansion Director Renato Biribin. Seated is corresponding secretary Carol Bednar. July 22, Aug. 12, Aug. 26, Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 14, Oct 28, Nov. 11*, Dec. 9.* Not pictured: Board of Directors member Frank P. Licato and Chapter Counsel Robert Levinson. boarctofeducafion Meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Roosevelt Administration Gymnasium on Jackson Ave. In My Opinion Committee of the whole meetings: Aug.11, Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8.201V. Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 2 and March 30. Regular Public Meeting: July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 22, Oct. 20, Opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of the publisher, nor do we guarantee accuracy. Nov. 17, Dec. 15.2011: Jan. 19, Feb. 16, March 16, April 6. Dear Editor, would like to see a copy of the min- Submit Your Letters to the Editor: MRoeoestse voenltc eA dam minoinsttrha toionn W Beudinldeinsdga yosn aJatc 4k spo.mn A. ivne 2.nd floor conference room, terI irnea tdh we Jituhl yo b9v ieoduist iionnt eorefs tt hthe eO leAt-- u"Rteoso soefv ethlte S mcheoeotli npgro paots walh" iwcha st hdeis- S11e1n0d yHoaumr illetottner sB tlvod .S, oSuuthite P l1aBinf,ie Sldou Othb sPelravienr-, sovor from the Shared Services Com- cussed. It would appear that, based field, NJ 07080, or fax to 908-668-8819, or via mittee regarding the plans for the li- on the letter to the editor and the de- email: [email protected]. Deadline is Meets second Monday of the month at 7 p.m., 2nd floor conference room, brary. As president of the Library tail into which it went, the proposal Monday. 5 p.m. Letters must be accompa- Roosevelt Administration Building Board of Trustees, I am happy to see must have been considered prior to vneieridfi cbatyio an. nLaimmiet leatntedrs t etloep nhoon meo rneu mthbaenr 2f0o0r recreation: that there is interest on the long-term the meeting. I believe that it would words. We reserve the right to refuse a letter, MPAeLet sB uonildcien ga, mMoanpthle oAnv teh.e 7 s epc.omnd. Q Tuueesstdioanys ?o f9 th08e- m22o6n-t7h7, 1e6xcept July and August hstaavteu sa o fef wth eq uleibsrtiaornys; haobwouetv ethr;e Ip droo- hinavviete bmeeenm tbheres aoppf rtohper liiabtera rtyh ibngo atrod tjneouc met bdSeitur fboomfri sl cesltaitoerrnitsy i ssou nbrm oletint taegdt gh u,oa arnan nthdtee teo s ao lmimf peitu tsbhulie-b- posal of the Shared Services Commit- to discuss the proposal before it was cation. We do not accept anonymous letters. taxpayers: tee to move the library to the old considered, not after, particularly in Letters are strictly opinion. The Taxpayers Advisory Group (TAG) meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at Roosevelt School. light of the feet that me committee has Borough Hall, 2480 Plainfield Ave. at 7 p.m. Questions? 908-769-0786. As an initial matter, I would like to "volunteered" that the cost of any nec- posal would be considered in the same siteplan: know exactly who constitutes the essary renovation would be borne by manner as any other proposal sub- Meets once a month on the third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. Shared Services Committee and the library. mitted. To go forward with two sepa- July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov.16, Dec. 21 Additionally, I question the timing rate committees does not make much environmental:: of the committee's action. As every- sense. I also question where the Shared one is aware, the library hoard has com- Services Committee was when the li- Meets once a month (second Wednesday) Borough Hall Conference Room, 8 p.m. mitted itself to participating in the joint brary board was considering the move Questions? 908-226-7621 Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan, 12 2011 PAINTIN committee proposed by Mayor to the Montrose Avenue location. Butrico, which will study all possible Therefore, on behalf of the Library business^ options relating to a new library facil- Board of Trustees, we respectfully de- Meets once a month (first Wednesday) Borough Hall Council Chambers, 5 p.m. ity. It is my position, and that of the dine the invitation to attend the July fJdB Ihi'RocHaBltIeIHmBaBtiIvIieH truck route committee library board, that every possible op- 28 meeting of the Shared Services tion will be "on the table" during these Committee. We do, however, look for- Questions? 908-226-7605 732-877-8046 discussions. If the Shared Services ward to discussing its proposal within Committee wishes to submit its sug- the context of the joint committee to gestion to the joint committee, then be appointed by Mayor Butrico. PIsinflBld Bud Beresford - Owner, South Plainfield it certainly should do so. This pro- ERIC M. ARONOWITZ, PRESIDENT Licensed/Insured #13VH03572100 LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The South Plainfield Observer is published weekly on Fridays j Calling All Pet Lovers to thelll 3EFASAJV by G&G Graphics Inc. 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Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., Wednes- Reading is a lifelong activity and day at 6:30 p.m. and Thursday at Summer is in full swing, and there the New Jersey State Library and the 1:15 p.m. are story and craft times is no better time to get out for a hike South Plainfield Public Library are for ages four and up. Tuesday and at the great parks and preserves in partnering with the New Jersey Sports Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. is "Time Middlesex County. The Parks and Rec- and Exposition Authority to encour- for 2s & 3s," and Friday at 10:30 a.m. reation Department has recendy com- age readers to "Read Like a Library is Babynme. For the summer there will pleted an update of its park maps, in- Champion" during the South Plain- be no Monday morning movies, but cluding the addition of several new field Summer Reading Program by there will be movies for children ages trail maps. giving them the opportunity to win five and up on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. "Residents don't need to travel far tickets to IZOD Center events by log- Chess club is at 11 a.m. on Fridays. to find a great outdoor experience," ging in the books they read at www.nj Finally, there is Wii gaming at 10 a.m. said Freeholder Stephen J. "Pete" Sbrarychampions.org. Readers may on Saturdays. None of these require Dalina, chair of the county's Parks and win tickets to see The Wiggles on Tues- registration. Recreation Committee. "There are a day, Aug. 17; Sesame Street Live Sun- wide variety of trails available for ev- This week only on Saturday, July day, Sept. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 3; eryone from seasoned hikers to fami- 17 at 1 p.m. we are offering a class in Disney Live! Friday and Saturday, lies looking for a fun place to explore." Introduction to Japanese for students Nov. 12-13; and Disney on Ice Tues- entering grades five through 12. This "We are so proud to be able to pro- day-Sunday, Nov. 23-28. Discount one hour class will introduce one to vide our residents beautiful places to tickets for select IZOD Center family the Japanese language and you will spend quality time together," said Free- shows are also available at wwwJZOD learn about the writing system, basic Grand Knight Bill Butrico with Knight of the Year Joe McGeehan. holder Director Christopher D. cBeRnAteRr.Ycom by using the code LI- pthher apsreosg aranmd mbuotr ree.g Tishterartei oins niso r ecqoustir efdo.r Joe McGeehan Named Ropaefann osp. a"cOesu pr rpoavrikd es ypstleemnt ya nodf oopu-r portunities for active recreation and As part of our summer reading pro- In dosing, we need to remind all KOC Knight of the Year more passive pursuits, such as bird gram please remember that there are Grant School students that you are watching and hiking." weekly craft programs on Monday expected to participate in our Young nights. On Monday, July 19 the craft Adult Summer Reading Program. Grand Knight Bill Butrico pre- throughout the year; the St. Peter's Currently, there are over 15 miles will be a wooden fish and on Monday, When you return to school you will sented the 2010 South Plainfield by the Sea concert held at Sacred Heart of marked and maintained trails at July 26 it will be a giant crockodile. need to bring with you the booklet Knights of Columbus Knight of the Church, where over 300 dinners were county parks and preserves in Old Each craft costs a dollar per child and showing your summer reading, so you Year award to Joe McGeehan at the served; the St. Joseph's Day pastry Bridge, Monroe, East Brunswick and begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is re- need to come in as soon as possible to annual Knights of Columbus com- event which started two years ago; and South Brunswick. Residents can learn quired so that we are sure that we have register. munion breakfast held on June 13. the recent veterans' lunch, where surf about local Pine Barrens ecology enough for all. We request that you reg- For questions, contact the library McGeehan received the award for and turf was served to veterans of along the half-mile, self-guided, inter- ister at the library and pay the fee when at (908) 754-7885, visit www.south his countless support of the Knights World War II and the Korean and Viet- pretive trail at John A. Phillips Pre- registering. Thank you for your help in plainfield.lib.nj.us or stop by the li- council and its many activities held nam wars. serve in Old Bridge, or string together this process. brary at 2484 Plainfield Ave. across throughout the year. McGeehan also supports the a longer hike along Gravel Hill at the Thompson Park Conservation Area Miss Linda and Miss Mija will also the parking lot from borough hall. McGeehan is a Third Degree Knights Special Citizens Drive, as well in Monroe. Knight. Since becoming a Knight four as the Knights annual Trivia Night, fe Formed to Preserve years ago, he has supported the orga- and has helped in building the Labor Families will enjoy the rolling ter- nization as master chef for most of Day parade float. McGeehan can al- rain of the Tamarack Hollow Preserve Brans Footstones the group's fundraisers, as well as sup- ways be counted on to help at a mo- in East Brunswick, while the Mill Pond ported the Knights functions through- ment's notice and always with a big Trail in Davidson's Mill Pond Park in out the years. Some of the fundraisers smile. South Brunswick offers scenic views idiattijVahno.tiiee TclnAel aTm aalw SlKc lcnyihhotos ci utmntccT .otoehrehmehvf m amr ediTraePt cealnttih cleieslsanaeeetr ciaty mcwanksi uieiatsin nmelkdn l bga lnmvcdrebuehei ieanct uelV gopoclry r.rTaFfdoo Kn. 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When you see McGeehan around For more information, call Rick in the local cemeteries will display Anyone whn would like to p.ir- town, congratulate him on this very Lear at (732) 745-5988. the medallion I Designer deserving award. ••.;«;>;;;1-.-/::".-' -••;' . • : ' ; -i;,1 •/•;( t Bcrwccn Fall 2009 and Spring about this program should contact l Bagels 2010 Dennis Scalcra Jinl Trisch Dennis 'Scafcra at (908) 222^2683? Golden Acres Shopping Center 692 OakTree Aue., S. 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July 16 ticiAp amnotst ivstaatyio, mnaolt sivematienda ra tnod h efolpc upsaerd- theT hcoism emvuennti tyis DbOeQinI.g organized .by or Teom areilg iwstuemr, ccsapl@l (v9e0ri8zo)n 7.n5e7t-.2838 FeaDtheeurtbsecdh eLr anCel uinb Colfa rCk liasr kh,o l7d8in7g Coming Lip..... while conducting job/career searches the Tiger Sharks swim team coaches St. Stephen's Vacation an authentic German Biergarten on Oct 11-15 Indian Head Resort will be held on Saturday, July 17 from Mary and Jen Otlowski. . Friday, July 16 from 5:30 to 11 p.m. (Call the center for more info) 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Wednesday, Plainfield Humane Bible School (rain or shine). Mercedes Night-35 MONDAYS July 21 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. August 16-20 German theme cars to view. Open to Silver Sneakers 8:45 am The seminar is sponsored by Cen- Society Fundraiser the public; parking available. German Crocheting 9:30-11:30 am tral Career School, 126 Corporate July 24 The "Baobab Blast" Vacation Bible and American food available. Yoga 10:30 am School will be held at St. Stephen's Art Class 11:30 am Drive. Only 20 applicants will be ac- For information, call (732) 574- cepted. The Plainfield Animal Hospital and Lutheran Church, 3145 Park Ave., 8600 or visit www.deutscherdub.us. TUESDAYS Event Solutions are holding the first Monday through Friday, Aug. 16-20 Bingo , 10 am-2 pm Call (908) 412-8600 to reserve a Charity Day Fundraiser to benefit from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All ages wel- Women's Worship at Ladies Group 10 am seat or send an email to: www.central Plainfield Area Humane Society on come; pre-registration is required. WEDNESDAYS career.edu. Rose of Sharon Saturday, July 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 Register until July 26 by emailing Aerobics 8:45 am VBS at Crossroads p.m. at the PAL Building on Maple Michele at [email protected] or calling July 11 Computer...10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm Line Dancing 10:30 am Calvary Chapel Avenue. (908) 756-2537. Rose of Sharon Community Crocheting 1 pm July 19-23 groPuept sa,n kd iadn firmieanld rleyl,a tfeodo vde, ncdloortsh ianngd, SPHS Class of 1984 Cfiehludr, chw, il8l 2h5o Wld esitt s7 Sthu mSmt. einr 2P0la1in0- TTaHiU CRhSDi AYS 2 pm Vacation Bible School at Crossroads jewelry, crafters and more. Rain or 25th Reunion Women's Conference, "Women of Active Seniors 8:45 am Calvary Chapel, located at 104 New shine; indoors and out. Meet the ani- October 9 Worship," on Saturday, July 17 from Shopping Trip 9 am Era Dr., is coming quickly. Grab your mals, face painting, balloon animals, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Be a part of this Crafts Class 10 am ctoo whebaody thoa Stsa dadnled R boidogtse aRnadnc bhe Mreoadny- cmaernnitv, adlo aotrt rparcitzieosn, sr,a fffoleosd ,a nedn tmerotraein.- of S1o9u8t4h wPlialli nhfoielldd aH 2ig5hth S rcehuonoilo Cn loasns sapnioriintuteadl plelaacde wofo srpkisrhitoupals ,r epfrreesahcmhienngt,, CEoxmerpcuitseer Cla1s0s a m, 11:30 am1,: 11:500 p pmm day through Friday, July 19-23 from Donation: $2 (adults & 11 and Saturday, Oct. 9 at Leon's Catering relaxation and ran. Conference fee: FRIDAYS 6:45 to 9 p.m. Closing ceremony and up); children under 10: bring a can Hall in Berkeley Heights. The cost of $35. Bingo 10 am-2 pm picnic will be held on Sunday, July of animal food for free admission. $60 per person includes dinner and For information, call (908) 561- Daily Activities: Morning coffee, pool, 2v5is iat t w12w:3w0. cpro.mss. rRoaedgsisctaelrv oanryli.nceo mat/ at. F(7o3r 2m) o4re2 3in-f7o7r2m7a toiorn e, mcaalill J islpl Pfuanvdel opeOnr gbaanr.i zDerrse sasr eis a ctatesumapl.ting to reach 9070. caerxdesrL,cu ibsnoeca,h ra dSr etg,ra vTmeadie C sMh,i ,oc oynomdgapayu -atFenrrid dc aclayrs.asftess., Crossroads/Homchtml. Be sure to fill [email protected]. out to all families and classmates in an Upscale Singles out a form for each child. Join us for Little Treasures to effort to obtain current locations and Dance Party Cavlils (it9 w08w) w7.5s4o-u1t0h4p7l afionrf imelodrne j.incofom or worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. addresses in the hopes to contact as Hold Open House many graduates as possible. If you are, July 11 Community Pool or someone you know is, a member Senior Center is open daily 8 a.m. July 24 of the class of 1984, forward this in- Steppirf Out Singles is hosting an 4 p.m. Closed Saturdays & Sundays. Charity Swim-A-Thon upscale singles dance party on Satur- Little Treasures Learning Center, formation to Lisa Petroziello Carone day, July 17 at 8:30 p.m. at Wood- July 22 2177 Oak Tree Road in Edison, will at [email protected] or Bill Price at bridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 120 The community pool across from hold an open house on Saturday, July bprice31 @hotmail.com. Wood Ave. South, Iselin. $15; ages Blackrose to Perform 24,10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Full time infant the PAL Building on Maple Avenue through kindergarten programs and Out of Town 40 and up; no jeans/sneakers. July 11 will sponsor a swim-a-thon in For information, call (732) 656- memory of former swim coach Robin summer camp for ages four through A Strike Against 1801 or E-mail info@steppinout-sin Blackrose, a band playing classic Cone. All proceeds will be donated to eight in a state-of-the-art setting. With gles.com. rock and roll music and today's hits, advanced curriculum taught by certi- Cancer will perform at Stagehouse, Restau- S&nior fied staff and low child to teacher ra- Through August 27 duCret School of Art rant, 366 Park Ave.i in Scotch Plains tios, Little Treasures is there to provide on Saturday, July 17 at 10 p.m. No Center your child with the best in quality edu- Prodigal Foundation, Inc., in con- Student Showcase cover charge. cation a learning center has to offer. junction with the Woodbridge Bowl- July 11-August 14 For information and a virtual tour, ing Center, is sponsoring "A Strike Woodbridge WOWs v3i2si2t 4w.ww.LTLC.net or call (908) 769- AAguagiunsstt 2C7a bnectewr"e eena c6h aFnrdid 8a yp .tmhr. oAungyh 21 Ayo munuglt ia-wmaerddi-aw sihnonwincga saer toisft ws soerlekcst ebdy Open Dance Wednesday, Aug. 11 child or parent from Middlesex County from the Annual Juried Student Ex- July 18 Seniaotr t hCeenter VSachcoaotilo An t BWibelseley aiisnf fgeen.c tRtietedleg dbis ytt orcaa tthniorceneer rfmereqaeuy gi praeamdrt.eicsi opfa tbeo awnld- ht7hi0be3i st W uamta ttmhcehe udr nuegCx hAreivbt eiSt. cianhto PSolwal ioanfifn iAe Glrdta wlbleeilrgli iebnse-, ersW oopoednb rdiadngcee ,W Siudnodways , OJurl yW 1id8o,w 7-- 12 to 2:30 p.m. July 26-30 To register, call the Prodigal Foun- ninign gr eScaetputridoany f,r oJumly 5 1 to7 w7 ipth.m a. nE xohpiebni-t H11a lpl,. mM. oartr iTsehye AKvneig.,h Atsv eonfe Cl. oRluemfrebsuhs- Tickets are $15 Wesley's Vacation Bible School will dation at (732) 636-9200, email re- runs through August 14. ments. $10 members; $12 guests. 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Thoa Le, Collin Lynch, Joanna Mar- organization, is calling on all pet The event is sponsored by several lo- ston, Brian McCarthy, Kate Mc- lovers to help support its charity fund- cal businesses including the newly Pilgrim Covenant Church is offer- wonderful resources for learning- Laughlin, Yasmeen Mighty, Chloe Ng raiser on Satruday, July 24 at the PAL formed Tri-County Chamber of ing a skills enrichment program dur- imagination and curiosity. 3Bridges is building on Maple Avenue. The Plain- Commerce, KC's Korner, Thievon- Britmey Papa, Harsh Patel, Ishti ing the month of August for children a dream of three educators-Gina field Area Humane Society, a no-kill Wright Consulting Group, Frank's Patel, Jason Pelaez, Carol Pennington, who have completed first through fifth Birath, Rosie Bayak, Chris Sienkie- shelter, is in desperate need of dona- Automotive, Don Duffy of Padgett Kristy Percario, Annemarie Pezzolla, grade. lewski-who collectively have a total tions to continue supporting the Financial and One Step Body Personal Jessica Pietschker, Michael Polizzano, The program, run by 3Bridges, is of 63 years of educational experience communities with caring for, rehabili- Training. Jonathan Prins, Maggie Quintanilla, dedicated to providing enrichment for with children and adults. Their phi- taabtainngd,o annedd m, eadnidca ul ntrweaatnmteedn t afonirm staralys., undAedrm 1is0s icoann i esn $te2r f ofrere a dwuilttsh; ach dilodnrae-n . nMa aRttohdewrig Rueesze Mndoer, eZl,a Lrai zRbieztvhi , RBorimano- cthheilidr rcehni ladnrde nfa smuicliceese wd hino wscihsho tool. T hehlpe lcoresaotpivhityy , ilneacronripnogr satyteless aimnda sgkiinlla btuioilnd,- PAHS performs animal control ser- tion of a canned animal food. They are Heather Scofi, Inan Sikel, Monica program is designed to strengthen read- ing into their curriculum. vices for the towns of Green Brook, also accepting paper towels, animal Spooner, Sabershah Syed, Olivia ing, writing, math and study skills. Pilgrim Covenant Church is located Tarnawska, Ryan Temple, Jessica Uhl, North and South Plainfield and Mid- toys, dog and cat food and other sup- Pilgrim Covenant Church and at 3121 Park Ave. For more informa- Joseph Waldrop, Amy Zinsky, Julia dlesex. Several recent rescues and life- plies that the shelter needs desperately. 3Bridges are working together because tion or to register, call Gina at (908) Zipp saving medical services have depleted For more information about the they believe that all children have two 723-2566. emergency funds. event, vendor space, or if you would Seventh Grade High Honor Roll Charity 'Vendor Day will feature pet like to donate, please contact Jill Pavel Matthew Belanger, Vincent Butrico, Future Stars [email protected] or (732) Melanie Cheng, Moriah Garcia, Imrin Sacred Heart 423-7727. Preschool Cfvurcfi WE DO THE JOB "RIGHT" THE 1ST TIME! Has Openings 149 South Plainfield Ave. South Plainfield, NJ RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL The Future Stars Preschool Pro- Rev. John Paul gram is proud to announce that open- Alvarado, Pastor ings are still available in our programs. Our EHi program (preschool expan- Mass ScfietfuCe: sion program) is looking for four year- Saturday Mass 3:00 cun., 5:00 p.m. old students who reside in South Smutty 9:00,11:30 a-m. Plainfield to attend a free, five-afternoon SERVICE CHANGES & UPGRADES We Are Service Experts Daity 9:00 cum. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday a week program. Acceptance will be •• AD/rCye Lr inLeinses •• RGe.Fce.Cs.sI.e dC/iFrcluuoitrsescent Lighting ResSidpeenctiaialilz. inCgo minm Aelrlcial 7:00 p.m. Monday (Cfturcli), Thursday {Parish Center CnapeC) contingent upon income eligibility. • Exhaust & Ceiling Fans • New Construction/Additions & InHustria) Work For more information, call the •• SPpoao l &W Jiraincugzzi Wiring •• SPularngte M Pariontteecntaonrsce Service Property Managers Hoty Days 6:30 a-m., 9:00 a-m., 7:00 p.m. Adult School at (908) 754-4620, ext. • Correction of Code Violations • Landscape Lighting Love Us! 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Manor Thanks to John and Cheryl Thank you to Recteation Director Papa for the dinner preparation as Kevin Hughes and staff for allowing well as Cherry and Jeff Marcoux die use of the pool, Principal Steve who provided invitations; Coaches Novak, Assistant Principal Kevin Guida, Battista, Mosca and Darby for Hajduk, teachers and staff' for theit the wonderful presentation for each attendance, and parent volunteers Su- player; the support of parents and zanne Butrico, Maria Butrico, George Don Hunsinger for attending all the Hogan, Sue Czarnik, Dianne Sheaf- games and taking pictures of the stu- fer, Laura Maino, Lynn Lapolla, Lisa dents. Thank you to Superintendent Abate, Cynthia Maher and Eileen and Jose Negron, Athletic Director Mike Kyle Brady. The PTO supplied lunch, Buggey and Principal Dr. Ken May drinks and snacks along with a special for their attendance. Thanks to Bob treat of Italian ice by Aunt Pammy. Bors for all his help and guidance. The eighth grade dinner/dance was Eighth Graders Share One Last Dance The Adiletic Booster Club Letter held on June 18 at the high school. Winner dinner was held June 10 at Thank you to Principal Steve Novak, the North Plainfield Italian American Vice Principal Kevin Hajduk, teach- their middle school education and the Club. Thanks to the Athletic Booster ers, Jeff and Renee from Sodexho beginning of their upcoming high Club for hosting the dinner for seniors and Mary Cameron. The cafetena school careers. who lettered over the course of dieir was transformed into a patty room Some graduates wore semi-formal four years at SPHS. Thank you to with glitter and balloons. The dance attire and others casual summer wear. Mickey Wmblevski, President Barbara room was equipped with a disco ball After being greeted outside by Whitefket and booster club members and streamers with music provided middle school teacher Joe Blondo, for all the work and preparation for by deejay John Limyansky Food and students signed in and received a the dinner. Michael Boyle and Blaire drinks were provided by Bob Boyle ticket for either a Polaroid photo Houston were the 2009 graduate of die Boyle Memorial Foundation key chain or magnet. Principal Steve speakers. Guest speaker was Charles and Ferraro Foods along with the Novak welcomed students as they Ferrara, Jr., Franklin Township direc- South Plainfield Middle School PTO. entered the cafeteria. tor of athletics and 2009 N. J. Athletic Students received framed pictures of Director of die Year. Black canvas bags themselves and their friends. Thanks After dining on a buffet meal, the with the Tiger logo and blankets with to parent volunteers Suzanne, Adam students moved to the second cafete- sports logos were given to die stu- and Jerry Butrico; Maria, Charlie and ria for dancing to die music of deejay dents as gifts. Thank you to Athletic Christine Butrico; Sue and Nicole and teacher, John Limyansky. Director Mike Buggey and Principal Miller; Tree, Jim and Olivia Olano; The dinner dance was sponsored by Dr. Ken May for your attendance. Kelly McLaughlin; Eileen, Jack and the Middle School PTO, which paid Kyle Brady; Mattie Mahtadi; Tammy for die DJ, film, magnets, decorations Graduation took place on June 22 Vincent and her husband; Mike Gren- By Patricia Abbott and food. The chicken, pasta and bie Boyle said, "The students were so in the auditorium and was televised nier; Carol Macchia; Theresa Dunn sauce was donated by Bob Boyle. excited to attend their memory mak- into die gym due to the threat of bad and Jen Pellegrino. The graduation The middle school graduates gath- Over 200 students attended the ing eighdi grade dinner dance and weather. Thank you for a wonderful ceremony was held in the SPHS ered in the South Plainfield High event which has been held for more they should all be proud for the way ceremony by Principal Dr. Ken May, auditorium on June 21. Congratula- Assistant Principals Errico, Richkus School cafeteria on June 18 for a than 25 years. the reptesented the South Plainfield tions to Principal Novak, Assistant and Cirigliano, and senior class advi- final celebration to mark the end of Middle School PTO President Deb- Middle School." Principal Hajduk, class advisors Joe sors Diana Joffe and Michelle Fugazi. 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Twin City Pharmacy (908) 756-7500 285 Durham Avenue, Bldg. 6,5uite 2B, South Plainfield Corner of Durham Avenue & Helen Street ?08 Park Ave., South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (Next to Aldi's Markc July 16,1O2O •To subscribe to the South Piainfield Observercall 908-668-0010 By Ronald G. Rios, Chairperson, Committee of Public Health & Education MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT Boost Fun in the Sun byDecreasingRisk Summer weather means lots of fun is melanoma. This form of cancer is in the sun and hours lounging on the more dangerous, especially among beach, but too much unprotected ex- young people. Additionally, about posure to the sun's ultraviolet rays can 65 to 90 percent of melanomas are cause skin damage and even cancer. caused by exposure to ultraviolet With the right precautions, you can (UV) rays. still enjoy fun in the sun while greatly Signs and symptoms of melanoma DJ Stick Shift Eddie provides the musical entertainment at South Piainfield Rescue Squad's third annual reducing the chance of developing may include a change in the shape, Car, Truck and Bike Show on July 11. skin cancer. color or size of an existing mole. Rescue Squad Holds Third Annual Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) Melanoma also may appear as a new rays from the sun can cause imme- mole. By checking your skin regularly Car, Truck and Bike Show diate effects, such as sunburn, and you can detect melanoma early. This long-term effects, such as skin cancer. is where knowing your ABCs are Understanding the UV index can help important. Here is what you should The South Piainfield Rescue awarded trophies. House Tavern & Tap provided food you prevent damage to your skin and watch for: Squad held its third annual Car, Trophies were paid for by a do- and door prizes. Music was provided by knowing the signs and symptoms • A-asymmctry: The shape of one Truck and Bike Show on July 11. nation from McCriskin-Gustafson by local deejay, Stick Shift Eddie. of skin cancer you can readily detect half of the mole does not match the The show drew in 101 registered Home For Funerals. Over 24 rescue squad members changes to your skin. other. vehicles and raised over $3,400 for The show was sponsored by volunteered their time and effort to The UV index provides a daily • B-border: The edges of the mole the squad at a much-needed time. the local businesses that advertised ran the show in addition to their forecast of the expected risk of over- are often ragged, notched, blurred or Top trophies were awarded to Jo- in the event book. Printing of the commendable service to die squad. exposure to the sun. The scale is from irregular in outline; the pigment may seph Iaione of Bridgewater for "Best event book was donated by Presto On behalf of all die squad mem- one to 11 +; one being low and 11 + spread into the surrounding skin. of Show Car," to Nick D'Grazia of Printing. bers and especially our patients, we being extreme. From exposure level • C-coIor: The color of the mole Middlesex for "Best of Show Truck" Sponsors of food and drinks would like to thank all the vehicle six through 11+ (High-Extreme) is uneven. and to Mel Tomci of South Piainfield included Sal's Spirit Shoppe, Frei- owners for their participation and protection against sun damage is • D-diameter: There is a change in for "Best of Show Bike." The mayor hofer's Bakery, Bett-A-Way Bever- support. Without them there would needed. Here are some effective size in the mole, usually an increase. and council and chief of police also ages and Restaurant Depot. Brick not be a show. strategies: If you have questions or concerns • Wear a wide-brimmed hat and about skin moles, it is important to sunglasses. talk to your doctor. • Use sunscreen SPF 15+ or On Saturday, July 17, the Middle- higher. sex County Public Health Depart- • Wear clothing to protect exposed ment will participate in "Choose Your skin. Cover," a statewide initiative that • Seek shade between 10 a.m. and promotes risk education and skin can- 4 p.m. cer screening. This year public health You can view the daily UV index- staff will be at the Milltown Pool in in your area by visiting the follow- Milltown and Crystal Springs Aquatic ing website: www.epa.gov/sunwise/ Center in East Brunswick. 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I will sociation has announced the retire- ing and spending time with family and she has received many awards includ- Barbara Friedman has been an miss everyone." ments of Maria Campagna, Deirdre friends. ing the Governor's Teacher Recogni- educator for 26 years, 19 of which Joanne Gurske has been the vocal Falato, Barbara Friedman and Joanne Deirire (Dee) falato was the South tion Award, South Plainfield Teacher have been in South Plainfield. She music teacher at John E. Riley School Gurske. Plainfield High School Careers/Coop- of the Year, NJCIECA Central Coor- retired as a special education teacher for the past 38 years. During that time Maria Campagna has been a first erative Education and Career Educa- dinator of the Year, NJCIECA State in a self-contained class at John F. she also taught at Franklin, Kennedy grade teacher at John E. Riley School tion Programs teacher. She has been Coordinator of the Year and Kennedy School. She also taught spe- and Roosevelt. She received both her for the past 22 years and an educator in the district for 24 years, but has NJCTECA Program of the Year. cial education at Franklin and Riley undergraduate (1972) and graduate for 25. She received her undergradu- been an educator for a total of 36. She is involved in many commu- prior to Kennedy. (1979) degrees in music from Mont- ate degree in education from Brook- Her previous educational positions nity service activities, which include Friedman received her undergradu- dair State. lyn College in Brooklyn and a gradu- included special education-resource her membership in the South Plain- ate and master's degrees in special edu- Her professional memberships in- ate degree in early childhood educa- room, employment orientation for field Business Association and South cation from Kean College. She has an clude the Music Educators National tion from Rutgers University, Gradu- special needs, technology for children, Plainfield Chapter of UNICO. Her additional certification in elementary Conference, NEA,. NJEA, MCEA and ate School of Education. and cooperative industrial education volunteer activities include UNICEF, . education/early childhood from Kean. SPEA. For the past 20 years she has Her professional associations in- for handicapped. Besides her 11 years New Jersey Special Olympics and In addition to NEA, NJEA, SPEA been a member of the Scotch Plains clude the SPEA, NJEA, MCEA, of employment at SPHS she also Shelter and Animal Rescue for Jersey and PTSO she has been an advisor for Rescue Squad. In conjunction with NEA, American Association for Uni- taught at Somerset County Voca- Shore Animal Shelter. She is also the student council and a member of this community service she is also a versity Women, and the Association tional and Technical Schools and environmental commissioner for the Kennedy's Sunshine and Leadership member ofNew Jersey First Aid Coun- for Supervision and Curriculum De- Somerset County Technical Institute Township of Toms River and is in- Committees. cil. In 2007 she was honored as Vol- velopment. She has been a member for 2Vi years. volved with environmental groups in Friedman notes that it has been a unteer of the Year at the Scotch Plains of the South Plainfield Board of Ad- She received a BA from William Ocean County. She has coached high pleasure to work in South Plainfield. Mayor's Charity Gala. She was also a justment for 15 years. Campagna has Paterson University as teacher of the school varsity Softball and basketball "My students have taught me to be a recipient of the Governor's Teacher served as a mentor and cooperating handicapped and an M.Ed. (through and college fencing. better teacher and person. My step- Recognition Award as Riley School's teacher at Riley School and was se- a fellowship) from the same univer- Falato has a home on the bay in brother, Eddie, was my inspiration to Teacher of the year. In her spare time lected Riley's Teacher of the Year (The sity Falato is a member of New Jersey Ortley Beach and loves boating, wave- become a special education teacher. Gurske loves to do needlework- Governor's Teacher Recognition Pro- Cooperative Education Association runners, crabbing, walking, biking, He did a good job. I love my job. See upcoming issues of the Ob- gram) in 2000-2001. and New Jersey Technology Educa- the boardwalk, and of course the Best wishes to all the staff, teachers server for more retirements. Grant School Announces 2010 Fourth Period Honor Roll High Honor Roll ob Alba, Lanae Ali, Alexandrya Bar- Gennifer Huber, Christa lazzetta, Piedilato, George Pittenger, Bryan las Spadavecchia, Drew Spahn, Kirsty Kevin Adams, Thalia Alfaresa, Jose rios, Nicholas Battista, Yunitta Behari, Tatiana Ishod, Gavin Jones, Kevin Dominic Pontevedra, Meagan Praul, Sperr, Justin Spry, Ryan Stankan, Arrabla, Trevor Bali, Jason Belanger, Vanessa Borja, Miranda Bourbeau, Jones, Krista Kaczka, Patrick Kapolka, Kelsy Prins, Abigail Ramirez, Mark Emily Sukenik, Sydni Surowiec, Ja- Ashli Bell, Andrew Bisgaard, Surindra Michaella Butrico, Kyle Bythell, Vin- Jenna Karcher, Jouni Khalaf, Kayla Ramjatan, Daniel Romotowski, Ja- son Sutherland, Nicolea Sutor Boodhoo, Cristian Butrico, Samuel cent Cano, John Carone, Andrea Khan, Tazmeen Khan, Andrew Kop- meer Robinson, Jaime Rochotte, Jus- Tahirshah Syed, Tomasz Tamawski, Campbell, Gabriella Cangjalosi, Sarah Castillo, Lindsay Celentano, Alejandro chak, Christopher Kuberiet tin Rochotte, Pablo Rodriguez, Maxi- Michaela Therattil, Ellie Tom, Danny Cargill, Hemanth Chiluka, Sydney Cepeda, Joshua Chavez, Daniel Cher- Anthony Lacasale, Joseph Lacasale, milian Rohrer, Sara Roman Ttieu, Stephanie Velez, Katherine Vill, Christian, Leon Dass, Katherine Do- rez, Amanda Ciardiello, Jack Cochrane, Stephanie Lacasale, Charles LaDelle, Natalie Romano, Alyssa Russo, Vita Viran, Sandra Vordzorgbe, Asa- linski, Jamie Donate, Ziad Elmasry, Jonathan Conrad, And Cortez Och- Michael Lampasona, McKenzie Lar- Nicholas Ruzicka, Angela Sanchez, dullah Waheed, Sarah Walsh, Kyle Nicholas Farinella, Megan Forster, oa, Brian Csobor, Brian Cullen, Gina sen, Jason Le, Elizabeth Lee, Brianna Brittany Santos, Jean Sapini, Nicho- Whalen, Lea Wietrzkowski, Talia Wil- Melissa Gallant, Carlos Gil, Jake Cummings, Tyler Curtis, Gabriella Leonard, Thomas Licato, Benjamin las Scalera, Camryn Schaeffer, Saman- son, Zachary Wolpin, Steven Yancha- Giordano, Ryan Hu, Adanna Ibeku, Cusick Lundy, Ethan Lyte, AUianna Makow- tha Schulkes, Pooja Sindha, Kara Slat- panta, Reece Young, Arnold Zavala, Chace Jones, Elijah Koyongian, Caleb Megyn Decarlo, Jessica Deepan, ski, Richard Marcovecchio, Jared tery, Cody Soper, Kevin Soper, Nicho- Emily Zawadski, Nicole Zultowski Kuberiet, Kim Lam, Tony Le, Law- Cassidy DeGrazio, Kyle DelPaoli, Marks, Ryan Marston, Krishna Manes, rence Lenau, Christopher Maszczak, Lindsey Diamant, Jenna Dickerson, Shanaya Martinez, Nicholas Matos Megan McDermott, Camila Mos- Nicholas DiFrancesco, Anthony Do- Emily Mazellan, Ceara McCormick, Suggestion to Move Library Draws Criticism quera, Claire Nagel, Helen Nguyen, an, Amanda Duffy, Ryan DuHamel, Mary McNeil, Adia Menendez, Jailyn Melissa Novak, Timothy Nuber, Jac- Alexander Egatz, Habiba Elbastawsisi, Mitchell, James Moore, KiianMorgan, (Continued from page 1) next Shared Services Committe meet- quelynn Orellana, Ever Orellana Huner Estevez, Paige Ewing, Marian- James Munoz-Morales, Bianca Mur- writes that although he is "happy to ing. Castro, Taylor Parajon, Karan Patel, na Fahmy, John Fallet, Madison Faus- celo, Naome Nabi, Liam Nagel, Jes- see that there is interest in the long- '1 felt highly insulted in the way it Neel Patel, Raj Patel, Reina Patel, tini, Isiah Feeley-Sudeall, Dianne Fer- sica Neal, Rebecca Ng, Julia Nguyen, term status of the library," he had some was presented to the residents by way Daniel Persaud, Nicholas Plate, Emma raro, Sabrina Fisher, Gregory Forbes, Steven Nguyen, Naomi Nieves, Adri- questions, such as the timing of the of a letter to the editor before it was Regan, Scott Riccardi, Seth Santos, Alexandria Frontz, Matthew Gallant, an Nurse, Glenn O'Bryant, Olivia committee's suggestions since the presented to us," commented board Owen Sprigle, Joshua Stasenko, Olivia Cristian Garcia, Nicholas Gavilanes, O'Leary, Grace Ochoa, Sarah Oehler, mayor is in the process of forming a member Donna Egan. "Before it was Stragapede, Michael Tran, Miguel Nicole Goitiandia, Lucas Gonzalez, Jessica Ortiz, Kimberly Ortiz-Samayoa committee to help find a new loca- made public, a member of the com- Velez, Ashley Veliz, Anna Williams, Neil Mervin Gonzalez, Gabriela Anthony Palmeri, Jocelyn Paredes, tion for the library mittee should have contacted a mem- Kyle Wong Guerrero, Grace Hageman Sebastian Paredes, Ravi Patel, Riya The committee will consist of two ber of the board." members from the library board, two No member of the Shared Services Ishani Haldar, Daniel Hedden, Patel, Elie Paul, Dion Pender, Ajay from the borough council and two Committee attended the library board Honor Roll Stephanie Heim, Taylor Henry, An- Persaud, Nikolas Peterson, Jason residents. He said that further sugges- meeting on Tuesday evening. Library Aiden Adamson, Lisa Affinito, Jac- thony Hernandez, Rebecca Horvat, Petriello, Nicholas Pezzolla, James tions made by the Shared Services board members noted their absence, Committee should be addressed to the saying they felt they had been left out newly formed committee and added of the loop during the committee's You Asked For It! that he does not plan to attend the planning and decision making process. Commercial & Residential Air Conditioning & Heating LENNOX I Sales - Service - Installation Up to $3900 I New Heating j in rebates and • & Air Conditioning tax credits! {System installation! 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Heiss. Author August 15) or to get information on advertising in this issue, Ldiiqk Ualley Railroad call (908) 668-0010. Across New Jersey Documenting the dynamic history of the railroad from its birth in 1875 through its closing in 1976,.. J^i SouPPIainfielfl Observer Never before seen vintage photographs from private collections of local residents and historical societies... And stories of those who worked and traveled the Lehigh Valley Railroad. the 6e6t o/QjoulA )8>lai/nfield'Since Y997 Makes 0 To purchase a copy ($21.99), visit the Observer, great gift. i Boulevard or call 908-668-0010. i no ffamiton July 16,2010 • To subscribe to the South Plainfield Observer call 908-668-0010 Sports Obituaries Rose M. (Bengivenga) Quinn; seven children, Gina Tava, Chris Tava, Billy Fodor, Caity Fodor, TIGER SHARKS By Cheryl Nagel-Smiley Reinmann, 80 Alexandra "Boo" Fodor, Steven Sulewski and Siever Sulewski; four Tiger Sharks Whip Water Wrats of Middlesex Rose M. (Bengivenga) Reinmann siblings, Patricia Taber, John, Robert passed away on Wednesday, July 7 in and Ronald Sulewski and many nieces the Haven Hospice within JFK Medi- and nephews. The South Plainfield Tiger (13/14) placed third. (9/10), Brianna Tang (11/12) and cal Center in Edison. • Funeral services were held at Mc- Sharks Swim Team won Breaststroke was Samantha Soto (13/14) "placed sec- Born and raised in Plainfield, Rose Criskin-Gustalson Home For Funerals. their second meet of swum by the girls. In ond. Jenna Yan (9/10), Megan was one of 10 children born to the In lieu of flowers-, donations in his the season at the the eight and under category McDermott (11/12) and Theresa late Antonio and Carmela Bengivenga. memory may be made to the Haven Middlesex Community Kristy Tam and Shannon Yan Gustafson all placed third. She resided in Plainfield before set- Hospice, 65 James St., Edison, N.J. Pool on June 30 with a score of 146- placed second and third while in Taking first place in the freestyle re- tling in Dunellen 60 years ago. 08820. 130. the 9/10 age group Jenna Yan and lays were: (8 and under) S. Yan, J. Rose was a dedicated wife, mother Sweeping the IM events with first Chandler Carter also placed second and Yan, Makoski and Tam; (13-18): and grandmother. She enjoyed being place ribbons were Mark Stanik (10 third. First place swimmers were Cullen, Soto, Huber and Valentino. with her family and a homemaker for Timothy Waugh, 49 and under), Daniel Galarza (11/12), Brianna Tang (11/12) and Allison The only medley relay to take first most, of her life. She was also a long- and Anthony Gurrieri (13-18). Huber (13/14). Samantha Soto also place were the 9-12 boys of Tang, time communicant of St. Mary's Timothy Waugh died suddenly on Brendan Tang ako placed second in placed second in the 13/14 age group. Galarza, P. Stanik and M. Stanik. Church in Plainfield. Friday, July 9 at home. the 10 and under age group for the Maggie %lentino was the only older Placing first in their heats were: She is predeceased by seven siblings, Bom in Summit, Tim was raised in same event. swimmer to place with a second place Patrick Osadarz (100 free); Courtney Ralph, Joe, Michael, Christina, An- Scotch Plains and lived in Westfield Not to be outdone by the boys, red ribbon. Smith (50 breast); Evie Peregrin (10Q toinette, Angelina and Lena. before moving to South Plainfield 10 the girls also swept the longer freestyle Freestyle events gave blue ribbons fly); Madison Faustini (100 breast); Surviving are her husband of 62 years ago. events by taking first place. Those to Andrew Galarza (9/10), Daniel Elizabeth Chiu (25 free); Ellen Zinsky years, Robert "Bob" Reinmann; two An excellent wood craftsman, he swimmers were Chandler Carter (10 Galarza (11/12) and Marcel Green (100 back); Stephanie Chiu (50 daughters, Robin Perez and husband worked for Fairmount Custom and under), Megan McDermott (11/ (13/14). Brendon Tang (9/10) and back); Erin Barnett (25 breast) and Al of North Carolina and Renee Cald- Crafters in Chatham. Prior to that Tim 12) and Emily Piekarski (13-18). Anthony Gurrieri (15-18) placed sec- Amanda Pina (25 back). eraro and husband Lenny of Somer- worked for N.J. Hardwoods in Darlene Fung (10 and under) and ond, while Paul Stanik placed third The Tiger Sharks will be featuring a set; two sisters, Mary DeFillippis and Plainfleld. Maggie Valentino (13-18) placed for the 11/12 age group. The only Swim-A-Thon in memory of former Florence Beck and four dear grand- Mr. Waugh was an avid bicyclist and third in the same events. eight and under boy to place was coach Robin Cone. It will be held at children, Doug, Angela, Kim and was a member of the Morris Area Free- The boys swam butterfly and tak- Dominick Faustini with a third place., the community pool at 5 p.m. on Haley. wheelers Road Touring Club. On a ing.first place were Mark Stanik (9/ Backstroke brought some compe- Thursday, July 22. Entry fee is $20 Funeral services were held at Mc- regular basis Tim enjoyed riding over 10), Paul Stanik (11/12) and Marcel tition for the girls with Ali Huber (13/ and all funds collected will go to the Criskin-Gustafson Home For Funerals. 100 miles in one day Tim also partici- Green (13/14). Andrew Galarza (9/ 14) being the only South Plainfield Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foun- pated in the High Point to Cape May 10) and Ian Muhlgeier (15-18) swimmer to take a first place, but Kristy dation. Organizing the event ire Bike Tour which covered nearly 300 placed second, while Enzo Butrico Tam (eight and under), Darlene Fung coaches Mary and Jen Otlowski. Steve Sulewski, 51 miles. Tim was also a great admirer of the outdoors and he made rime for Registration for SPGA Tournament Ends July 23 Steve Sulew* hiking, kayaking, showshoeing, cross ski passed away country skiing and camping. on Sunday, July Predeceased by his father, Robert, he The South Plainfield Golf Associa- Lunch will be provided from noon place in the tournament. You can reg- 11 in the Haven is survived by his mother, Dorothy of tion (SPGA) has announced that this to 1 p.m. There is a shotgun start at 1 ister for the tournament at www.spga. Hospice within Scotch Plains; a brother, Robert Waugh year's South Plainfield Open will be p.m. Dinner and awards will be from org or print out and mail the entry JFK Medical and wife Deon Vaughan of Suttons held on Thursday,'August 5 at Gam- 6 to 8 p.m. Food and beverages will form. Center in Edi- Bay, Mich.; and by a dose cousin, David bler Ridge Golf Club. This is the 16th be provided throughout the tourna- Corporate sponsorships are avail- son. Housed of South Plainfield. annual golf tournament held for the ment. Prizes will be awarded for low able and all proceeds from the event Steve was Funeral arrangements are under the benefit of the South Plainfield High team score, longest drive, closest to support the activities of the SPHS born and raised direction of the McCriskin-Gustafson School Golf Team. The tournament the pin, closest to the line and a spe- Golf Team as well as the college schol- in Plainfield Home For Funerals. A memorial ser- will be a scramble format. cial hole-in-one prize. arship program. Each platinum spon- and had resided vice celebrating Timothy's life will be The entry fee of $115 includes Registration and payment are due sorship includes this year's tourna- Steve Sulewski in Piscataway held at a later date at the First Baptist greens fee, golf cart, prizes, food and by Monday, July 23. Players are en- ment entry fees for one foursome. before settling in South Plainfield in Churdi in Westfield. beverages. Check-in is at 11 a.m. couraged to sign up early to secure a Gold, silver, bronze, hospitality and the early 1990s. beverage sponsorships are also avail- A local chef and caterer,. "Unde It's no secret that the key to able. Sponsorship information is also Steve" as he was known to so many available on the web site. began his cooking career at the former In Memoriam building a successful business For more information about the Medici's Restaurant in South Plain- tournament, sponsorships and entry ANTHONY EDWARD SINGH includes consistent advertising. forms, contact Mike Alvarez at (732) Bfieolbdb. yH e& hMadar wy'os rkine dP iastc atthaew afoyr manedr Happy Thirteenth Birthday 259-0591, Dick DeAndrea at (908) could often be found cooking at KC's In Heaven 755-1700, Matt Ward at (908) 754- corner or The Polish National Home, 7-19-1997 12-25-2000 4766 or visit www.spga.org. both in South Plainfield. In addition, Uncle Steve had been the owner and Call 908-668-0010 for information on frequency discounts. operator of the South Side Lunch- the Observer..J)elivering the best of South plainfleld Since 1997 TlOMETOWNHERO? eonette and was best known for his lemon chicken. SMND'A-PLATTM, Additionally, he served as the sexton Hillside Cemetery at Wesley United Methodist Church We will send to any in South Plainfield for over 20 years Regarded as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the East home o beautifully and was a member of the Polish Na- arranged and wrapped Scotch Plains tional Home and the Dunellen Sons Assorted Sandwich Tray "of The American Legion. Uncle Steve with two of our homemade * 49 908.756:1729 salads-Any Day-Any Time. also loved the long tradition of how Labor Day was celebrated in South www.1iillsidecemetery.cnin 908-755-IIIRO (4376) Plainfield from the parade in the mom- Some people only dream of It is far easier for your family if you plan ahead ing, to the food and festivities in the angels. We held one. afternoon, and fireworks in the Sadly Missed, evening. - Mommy & Daddy His is predeceased by his parents, The Singh, Guzenski, Spohn, 0VTHPLAINFIELD Helen and John. 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Erickson, Dir. • N.J. Lie. No. 4798 To subscribe to the South Plainfield Observer call 908-668-0010 July 16,2010 How Can I Protect My Child From Cyberbullying? SCHOOLBOARD A year ago, many did not know • Teach your children-"Be Kind at home. When the school gets in- what cyberbullying was. Today, par- Online" is a proactive message par- volved, it is more likely that the bully's The following took place at a spe- Palestine and Jennifer Pugia; approval ents all over the country are concerned ents can share with their children. It's parents will become aware of the prob- cial public meeting of the Board of of 2010/2011 hourly salary sched- about it, and want to know what to an important first step towards edu-lem aiid help to resolve the situation Education on June 29. A public hear- ule-substitutes, part time staffand stu- do to prevent it. Surveys indicate that cating children about the way they positively for all the students affected. ing was held inviting members of the dent assistants as per the 2009/10 around half of all children are victims should treat others online. If your child is ever threatened with public to submit comments. guide; approval of Future Stars pre- of cyberbullies at some point during • Give your kids tools to protect harm, contact your local police. • Approve the revised school cal- school teachers salary and preschool their time in school, and 11 percent themselves-The message shared with "We know far more about the endar and paid holiday list for the aide guides for 2010/2011 year as per of children have been bullied in the children: "Don't respond. Tell your causes and devastating results of 2010/2011 school year. the 2009/10 guide; extra auricular last 30 days. The Internet provides a Mom. Make a copy," gives kids ex- cyberbullying than we ever did, and it • Reappoint Russell Mattoon as staff payment for 2009/10 school year free and anonymous tool for bullies actly the information they need to is incumbent upon everyone in a supervisor of technology effective July including side bar salary agreements to heap on the abuse. make sure they can protect themselves child's life-parents, friends and school 1 for the 2010/2011 school year and for 2009/10. "Our kids' online lives can some- and an action plan forp arents if there officials-to take a role in halting and Aracelli Gil-Pedreschi as high school • Approve Assistant Superinten- times be a mystery to parents," said is abuse. preventing cyberbullying," Hoal Spanish teacher; accept the retirement dent Dr. Lorraine Cella's one year con- Mary Kay Hoal, COO of Yours * Get their school or law enforce- added. "The Internet is an integral part of John Limyansky as middle school tract from July 1, 2010 to June 30, phere.com, a positive place for kids ment involved-After the most recent of all our lives, and the benefits for math teacher effective July 1; approve 2011 and Business Administrator Rich online. "Whether it's because they set trouble in Massachusetts that finds Internet savvy kids are boundless, but the appointment of Ranee Abbruz- Guarini's contract from July 1, 2010 up multiple profiles on social net- school officials being named in law- there can be a very concerning dark zese as high school social studies teacher, to June 30, 2011 and approve his working sites and hide them from their suits because of the assertion that their side to our children's online interac- parents or because not every parent is inaction led to the suicide of 15-year- tions. We need to eliminate those pres- temporary replacement for Heather letter of resignation effective July 1, technologically savvy enough to see old Phoebe Prince, parents may find sures so our children can reap the ben- Jorgensen while on leave of absence; 2011. what is going on, it's important for teachers and guidance counselors will efits of living in a world made smaller transfer Paul Rafalowski from high • Approve travel expenditures, de- every parent to know how to tell if be more proactive in halting or pre- by the Internet, and promote an school jnath teacher to the middle posit of funds in the State Unemploy- their children are victims of cyber- venting the bullying of their students. Internet culture that focuses on the school effective September 1 replac- ment Insurance account and NCLB bullies, and how to prevent it and stop Many bullies are victims themselves, wonders of the online world, and not ing Martin Smith. 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