Clinton Township Newsletter

2 1 a u g u s t 2 0 2 5 Frank F. Apgar & Sons Septic Tank Cleaning Family Owned Business Annandale 908.735.5248 www.ApgarSonSeptic.com S Av e t h e d At e F o r t h e 2 7 t h h A n n uA L t e W k S b u r Y h A r v e S t F e S t i vA L S e p t e m b e r 2 7 , F r o m 1 2 : 0 0 - 5 : 0 0 p m The Tewksbury Harvest Festival will be held Saturday, September 27, (rain date: Sunday, 10/5) from 12:00 to 5:00 pm at beautiful Christie Hoffman Farm Park in Tewksbury. Admission is $25 per car, $5 walkers & bikers, and benefits the Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad. The annual festival, a highly anticipated fall event in northern Hunterdon County, has been drawing crowds of approximately 3,000 people from Tewksbury and surrounding communities for an afternoon of food, music, shopping, free activities, and fun for 27 years. This family-friendly festival at scenic Christie Hoffman Farm Park is scheduled to include ten food trucks, forty or more antique and unique art/craft/gourmet food vendors, a silent auction, a beer garden with local craft brews and hard cider (ABC# 130729) and two live bands! Local favorite Duke Band will perform a mix of classic rock and pop covers from 12:00-2:15 pm. From 2:45-5:00 pm, Jessie Bardwell & the Noble Brothers will bring a toe-tapping mix of country-rock to the stage. Free activities include the Kids Zone, with a petting zoo and pony rides, games, and more; hayrides; fire trucks; and plenty of other fun activities! Free popcorn and cotton candy will be provided by area Scout troops. For an updated list of vendors and a schedule of events, or for more information, go to: www.TewksburyHarvestFest.com or visit us on Facebook at: tewksburyharvestfest. Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue (TFARS) is a 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1990 to provide free emergency medical and rescue services to the residents of Tewksbury Township. The all-volunteer squad responds to more than 300 emergencies annually and relies on the surrounding community for its support. Christie Hoffman Farm Park, which is made up of more than 200 acres of preserved farmland and includes horse trails and sports fields, is located at 108 Fairmount Road West, Califon, NJ 07830. It provides a beautiful setting for a day of play, shopping, food, and fun for kids and adults alike. For more information on this perennial Hunterdon County favorite, please contact Georgia Woodruff at: harvestfest@ tewksburyrescue.org. Combined, Anthony P. Kearns and Victor A. Rotolo have been serving the local community for over 60 years. Call Kearns Rotolo 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. Kearns Rotolo Law . 502 US 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833. www.KearnsRotoloLaw.com Working Together to Protect what's Important to You Criminal Law ~ Family Law ~ Personal Injury Municipal Court ~ DUI ~ Wills & Estates Tony Kearns Vic Rotolo 908-534-7900 S t u d e n t A t h L e t e S : p r e p A r i n g F o r A S A F e S e A S o n It seems like summer only started yet in just a few weeks some student athletes will be returning to school for preseason training. As parents we know that most sports come with inherent risks of injury, but we want to keep our children as safe as possible. Research shows that injuries decrease by 55% when prevention measures are followed. Below are some healthy practices that can benefit all athletes preparing for their season. Hydration – Consuming fluids frequently helps reduce the risk of muscle cramps and heat-related illness. Skip the energy drinks, though; the extra caffeine can interfere with muscle recovery and disrupt sleep. Nutrition – Well-balanced meals and snacks fuel the body. When considering what to eat, think carbs for endurance, protein for strength and recovery, and color (i.e., fruits and vegetables) for nutrients and fiber. Note to parents: if your athlete eats everything in sight after practice, chances are they weren't sufficiently fueled earlier. Rest – Long and frequent breaks – in the shade, when possible – are especially important during these waning days of summer when the heat index can still spike. Recovery – After the season, take a break from organized sports to allow both your body and mind to recover. It's recommended student athletes not play the same sport for more than eight months of the year to allow the muscles stressed during the season to recover and others to develop. Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs – These exercises should not be avoided as they help reduce injury risk, enhance performance, and improve recovery. Sports-Specific Equipment – Helmets, pads, mouthguards, goggles and other safety equipment are designed to support and protect the body parts most vulnerable to injury depending on the sport. Good condition and proper fit are important here. Keep an Eye on the Sky – In the event of a lightning storm, common this time of year, avoid using electronic devices, including phones, and steer clear of concrete. And, the most important advice parents can share – winning at all costs is not what's important; effort and progress are. – Anthony Kearns

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