Clinton Township Newsletter

8 n o v e m b e r 2 0 2 2 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 d o n ' t m i s s t h e C l i n t o n t o W n s h i P P t a C l o t h i n g d R i V e 2 0 2 2 WHEN: Friday, November 18, 3:00 - 6:00 pm and Saturday, November 19, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm WHERE: Clinton Township Middle School, 34 Grayrock Road ACCEPTED ITEMS: Clean, wearable clothing (men's, women's and children's - any size/season), shoes, belts, handbags, hats, scarves, backpacks, household linens (curtains, bedding, towels, pillows, sleeping bags), stuffed animals, baby accessories. Donated toys must be able to fit into a 24" X 24" box. We cannot accept the following items: CDs, DVDs, VCR, books, electronics, home decor, appliances, exercise equipment, pots/pans, baby gear, hard toys, board games. Drive to the front entrance of the school and volunteers will unload your donations for you. No need to even get out of your car! Please have donations in well-tied plastic bags. Tax receipts are available. The PTA earns money per pound of donated items. This is one of our biggest fundraisers. Proceeds from this event support educational programs, assemblies and other activities sponsored by the Clinton Township PTA. Donations are NOT shredded. Items collected go to A&E Clothing, a for-profit company that collects unwanted clothing and other items and resells them in the U.S. and developing countries. By providing such services to non-profit organizations, they create jobs for people in the U.S. and abroad. They help local communities and economies in emerging countries as well as helping our country become greener and cleaner. Check out www.ClothingDrive.net for more information. TEENS: Earn service hours by volunteering to work this excellent fundraiser! For more information or to volunteer, please contact Tiffany Mulick at: tiffany_tinghino@yahoo.com or text: 201.370.2464. Thanks so much for supporting the Clinton Township PTA! t h e k e y t o … W i n t e R m a R k e t C u R b a P P e a l Whether you're buying or selling a home this winter, keep in mind that a house with year-round curb appeal has added value - so relatively inexpensive enhancements are well worth the time and investment. For sellers, a few tweaks to your home's exterior can increase interest and snag potential buyers. If you're in the market to buy, your future home will benefit from these winter curb appeal tips: Clear snow and ice – Open paths provide safe access to entrance ways and give a clean-cut alpine aesthetic to your home. Remember to use salt to de-ice your driveway, steps, and landings. Add exterior lighting – A great way to enhance your home's curb appeal at night is to use soffit or up-lighting to showcase its architectural features. You can also use outdoor lights to accent shrubs, trees, or other landscaping on your property. Maintain your lawn – While your grass may no longer be growing, it's still important to keep your yard tidy. If necessary, give your lawn a trim, use an edger to define boundaries, and remove any fallen leaves, sticks, or other debris. Clean Gutters – A clogged gutter can often be seen from the street and may deter buyers. To maintain curb appeal and prevent damage to your roof, hire a professional to clear your home's guttering. Add winter décor – Use evergreens, pine cones, lanterns, wreaths, etc., to add a more welcoming feel to your home's outdoor entryway. As a local area expert, I'm always available to discuss current market trends or provide you with a FREE valuation of your current home. Call me to discuss further. – Jenifer Santoro, Weichert, Realtors: 908.293.7207. "A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue but the parent of all the other virtues" ~ Cicero "Be thankful for what you have, (and) you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough" ~ Oprah Winfrey

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