Clinton Township Newsletter

2 8 F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 0 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M h U n t e R d o n C o U n t y l i b R a R y ' s U p C o m i n G e V e n t s Please register as these programs will fill! Visit the Library's Events Calendar at: www.HCLibrary.us. Dates, times and details are subject to change. See you at the Library! Come to the Library and enjoy our programs! 314 Rt. 12 Bldg#3, Flemington , NJ 08822 | 908.788.1434 Feb 5 Classical Pianist Paul Bisaccia 7 pm Feb 6 Taxes and Retirement for Small Business Owners 1 pm Feb 11 Digestive Health 7 pm Feb 13 Pianist Fred Miller: 1892-1919 Era 2 pm Feb 13 On the Big Screen Movie Series (Please call for title) 6 pm Feb 19 Italian Tenor Moreno Fruzzetti 7 pm On Going: Knitting Club Drop In Mondays 10:00 am on Lower Level n o R t h C o U n t y b R a n C h l i b R a R y ' s U p C o m i n G e V e n t s Feb. 1 Elvis! Concert w/Robert McArthur Sat. 2pm Feb. 2 Meditation w/Umesh Bhatia Sun 2pm Feb. 4 Yoga & Meditation w/Jane Schear Tues 12noon Feb. 5 Sierra: The Nature Fix: It's not all fun & games Kimberly Borin, EdD Wed 7pm Feb. 8 Oscar Nominated Movie Call for Title Sat. 2pm Feb. 11 Book Group: Snow Falling on Cedars Tues 7pm Feb. 13 Singing Bowls w/Bill Noren Thurs 7pm Feb. 15 Jaime/Nancy & Big Lou concert w/Jaime DeJesus Sat. 2pm Feb. 18 National Plant Society: The Highlands Rediscovered Tues 7pm Feb. 20 Hypnosis for 2020 Resolutions w/Susan Lembo Thurs 7pm Feb. 21 Oscar Nominated Movie Call for Title Fri 2pm Feb. 22 Oscar Nominated Movie Call for Title Sat. 2pm Feb. 25 NCB Garden Club: Bees w/Layce Gebhard Tues 7pm Please register as these programs will fill! Call 908.730.6135 or visit the Library's Events Calendar at: www.HCLibrary.us. Dates, times and details are subject to change. See you at the Library! Come to the Library and enjoy our programs! 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, NJ 08809 Main Phone: 908.730.6262 | Reference: 908.730.6135 Mon, Fri, Sat, 9 am - 5 pm Tues, Wed, Thurs, 9 am - 9 pm Victor A. Rotolo is a long-time resident of Clinton Township and the founder of Rotolo Karch Law. Call Rotolo Karch Law today: 908.534.7900 to discuss any legal situation confronting you. Your half-hour consultation is free of charge! Their attorneys and staff are ready to serve your legal needs. Rotolo Karch Law • 502 US 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833. www.RotoloKarchLaw.com P r o t e c t i n g Y o u r s e l f f r o m c o m m o n c o l d W e a t h e r i n j u r i e s I enjoy a change of seasons; winter, however, can be problematic. Winter's adverse weather conditions bring an increased risk for injury but, by taking a few precautions, you can increase your chances of getting through the season unscathed. Frostbite, hypothermia and dehydration are common exposure-related injuries that can be life- or limb-threatening. Children, the elderly and those who work outdoors are most susceptible. Frostbite attacks exposed skin and extremities, particularly fingers, toes, nose and cheeks, while hypothermia affects the brain and occurs when your core body temperature falls below normal levels. Although dehydration is more often associated with hot weather, it can occur quickly and easily in the cold, too. To lessen the risk of these injuries: 1. Pay attention to weather forecasts, including the "wind chill" factor. 2. Dress in layers that can be removed if you overheat. 3. Wear moisture-wicking fabrics closest to your skin. 4. Avoid tight-fitting clothes that hinder circulation. The best precaution is to limit your time outdoors if possible but, if your work requires you to be outside, wear protective clothing and take advantage of warm rest areas. Workers who suffer cold weather injuries as a result of their job may be eligible for benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages under Workers' Compensation Insurance. These are not the only cold weather risks winter brings. Snow, freezing rain, ice and high winds make driving more hazardous. According to AAA, almost half a million accidents and more than 2,000 fatalities each year are attributed to adverse weather conditions; 17% of these accidents are attributed to snow and sleet and 13% to icing. It's important to keep your vehicle in good working condition this time of year, paying special attention to tires, lights and wipers. Fill your gas tank and washer fluid and carry extra food, water, blankets and an emergency kit in case you get stuck. Other driving safety precautions include: • reducing your speed; • keeping a safe distance from other vehicles; • increasing speed gradually when approaching a snow-covered or icy hill. Stay safe and remember, Spring is just around the corner! – Victor Rotolo

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