Clinton Township Newsletter

4 a u g u s t 2 0 2 5 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 A S p A c e t o c r e A t e : L e A d i n g d i Y F r A n c h i S e A r W o r k S h o p n o W o p e n i n c L i n t o n ! Local Entrepreneur Launches Newest AR Workshop Location to Offer In-Person Workshops, Retail Shopping, DIY-To-Go Kits and More! A crafty new concept opened their doors early this summer, and they are getting to know the area's most creative DIY-ers! AR Workshop, the leading DIY workshop franchise, complete with walk-in CraftbAR, in-person workshops, a retail shop, the new AR Workshop is located at 5 Leigh Street in downtown Clinton. The new store is owned and operated by local entrepreneur Jenn LeGates. As a life-long creative, Jenn was looking for a business ownership opportunity that aligned with her passion for creativity. When she learned about AR Workshop, she immediately fell in love with the classes, products and offerings. "Whenever I am stressed, I turn to my creative side as an outlet, and that has really helped me. I wanted to help others do the same," said Jenn. "I'm excited to bring AR Workshop to the community because I'm given the opportunity to empower people through their creativity." Stop in the store to check out this great new creative space, visit online at: www.ARWorkshop.com/Clinton, or call: 908.297.2781 for more information. 2 0 2 5 e h m A n n h i S t o r Y A WA r d p r e S e n t e d t o e L i A S d e p e p p o b Y t h S Elias De Peppo was the recipient of the fourth Annual Ehmann History Award presented by the Tewksbury Historical Society in memory of Elsie Ehmann at the Sixth-Seventh Grade Award Ceremony on Friday, June 13. It is given to a seventh-grade student at the Old Turnpike School, Tewksbury, in recognition of his curiosity, passion, strong interest in and dedication to studying New Jersey and local history. The Award was presented by Melissa Ehmann, daughter of Elsie Ehmann, at OTS's Annual Award Ceremony. In response to his award, Elias told the Historical Society that "I was so happy to receive this award. I enjoy learning history because I want to learn the truth about the world in which I live." Elias is the son of John and Jamie De Peppo, who expressed gratitude "for allowing them to share in this honor. We were thrilled to see Elias receive this very special recognition. We thank you, your family and the Tewksbury Historical Society in this joyous event." d o n ' t m i S S i t – t h S h o L d S i t S " e n d o F S u m m e r " t A g S A L e A u g u S t 3 0 ! The Tewksbury Historical Society's "End of Summer" tag sale will be held on Labor Day weekend, Saturday, August 30. It takes place at the Oldwick Carriage House, 5 James Street, Oldwick, 08858 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Society will be selling cleaned quality items, in working operation. Antiques, furniture, art work, chinaware, crystal, silver, housewares, garden items, costume jewelry and linens will be some of the available merchandise. Among the items that will not be sold are electronics older than three years, clothing, books and children's toys. Treasures abound for all ages! THS items, available year-round, will also be for sale. Anyone interested in volunteering at Society functions may call: 908.832.6734 or email: tewksburyhistorynj@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! "Creativity is more than just being different. Anybody can plan weird; that's easy. What's hard is to be as simple as Bach. Making the simple, awesomely simple, that's creativity." ~ Charles Mingus "Creativity involves breaking out of established paerns in order to look at things in a different way." ~ Edward de Bono

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