Clinton Township Newsletter

7 O c t O b e r 2 0 1 4 h o W t o c o m m I t t o F I t n e s s by Amy Lara-Lowrey, RN, Lifestyle Fitness Consultant Commit to be fit at any age starts by understanding fitness and answer- ing several questions before starting. Fitness is a habit that is inclusive of committing to exercise and eating well. There isn't any one exercise routine or eating plan that is fit for everyone. Through the decades many have started exercise programs swearing that they would commit to fitness and health while on their journey to succeed. Statistics proved that many were not as successful as planned. Reasons behind the failing were due to the lack of knowledge and/or asking the right questions before starting any exercise program. I have chosen five questions that seem to be the beginning phase of starting a fitness program and can be utilized by all fitness enthusiasts of any age group. So when you decide to "commit to be fit," ask yourself the following questions and write down your answers. Your personalized answers will help find your path while on your journey to fitness commitment. 1) What are your goals? Can you visualize your goals? • Being able to visualize your goals will more than likely help you reach your goals. 2) Are you ready to make the commitment? • Healthy lifestyle changes occur when one is ready to commit to a fitness routine. 3) What time of day do you have your highest energy level? • Studies have shown that exercising when you're at your optimum energy level helps you to stay committed to your exercise routine. 4) Are you self-motivated or do you need encouragement? • If you are a self-motivator, then finding the right routine and time is not a problem for you... Keep up the GREAT work! • If you're not self-motivated, try the buddy system, find a group fitness class that peaks your interest, or connect with a Personal Trainer to encourage you to meet. 5) Do you have a Support System? • Studies have shown that individuals with positive support from family members and friends help keep the commitment to positive lifestyle changes. Bring this article into one of our Wellness Center locations and enjoy a complimentary 1 day guest pass to try us out! Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center locations: Whitehouse Station: 537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Clinton: 1738 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ 08809 r a I s e d B e d s F o r B u m p e r c r o p s : p r e p a r e n o W F o r n e x t s p r I n g Saturday, October 8, 12:30 pm, NCB Library, 65 Halstead St., Clinton Sometimes you can toil in your garden and still not get your ideal results, especially when growing root crops. A raised bed can be the solution you are looking for to avoid any backbreaking work. Come learn about the benefits as well as how to develop a rich soil and obtain bumper crops year in and year out, which will save you effort and money over the long run. Marleny Franco will discuss the various types of beds, production, cost involved, how some vegetables thrive and produce over and above regular flat ground and additional benefits that you may not be aware of. She will also discuss closing the garden and getting ready for spring. Marleny Franco has an MS in Plant Physiology from Rutgers University. She is the founder/owner of Grace Enhancement & Landscaping LLC, a unique, women-owned firm located in northern NJ, focusing on organic landscaping and the creation of natural landscapes. c o u n t y c l e r k ' s c o r n e r B y m a ry h . m e l F I , h u n t e r d o n c o u n t y c l e r k • 9 0 8 . 7 8 8 . 1 21 4 Vo t I n g I n F o r m at I o n : The General Election is Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Polls are open from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. • Tuesday, October 14 is the last day to register to vote to be eligible to vote in the November General Election. The Hunterdon County Board of Elections (located on the 3rd floor in the Historic Court House, 71 Main Street, Flemington) will be open until 9pm the evening of October 14 for registration. • In New Jersey, any voter can now vote by mail in any election. You do not need a reason to vote by mail. Don't feel like going to the polls? Simply vote by mail or apply in person at the Clerk's office. Now there is no excuse not to vote! • Mail-in Ballot applications are available from the County Clerk. In order to receive your ballot by mail, the application MUST be received in the County Clerk's office by Tuesday, October 28, 2014. You're also welcome to apply in person for a ballot up until 3:00 pm on Monday, November 2. In addition to our normal 8:30 am-4:30 pm hours, the office will remain open Tuesday, October 14 until 9:00 pm , 7:00 pm on Thursday, October 30 and the following Saturdays from 9:00 am-1:00 pm: October 4, October 18 and November 1 to accept walk-in applications. • Passport staff will also be available during the expanded hours to assist and process passport applications. Photos may be taken on-site and no appointment is necessary. • Under the law, if a voter requests and receives a mail-in ballot, but does not return or deliver the ballot to the County Board of Elections, he or she can vote by provisional ballot at their polling place. • The Ballot includes choices for US Senate, House of Representatives, County and Local offices along with the Annual School Election. There will also be two State Questions for your consideration. • Please visit the website for information for Military and Overseas Voters. Ralph Waldo Emerson said: "Those who stay away from the election think that one vote will do no good. Tis but one step more to think one vote will do no harm." Voting is both a privilege and a responsibility. Remember, every vote counts. Make your voice be heard. pa s s p o r t I n F o r m at I o n – e x pa n d e d Fa l l h o u r s Regular Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Saturday, October 4 from 9:00 am-1:00 pm Tuesday, October 14 until 9:00 pm Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 am-1:00 pm Thursday, October 30 until 7:00 pm Saturday, November 1 from 9:00 am-1:00 pm • Planning a winter break vacation? Requirements have changed. Effec- tive June 1, 2009, ALL U.S. citizens must present a passport book, passport card or other travel document approved by the U.S. government to enter the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land borders and seaports of entry. Our knowledgeable staff is here to process your passport application. We NEVER require an appointment, take the best passport pictures in the county and offer passport friendly hours. The forms and additional information are available online at www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/countyclerk.htm. Please call our office at: 908.788.1221 with any questions. a h u n t e r d o n 3 0 0 t h c e l e B r at I o n e V e n t "Searching the Search Room" Encore Saturday, November 1 "Searching the Search Room" is back. The course will be offered on Saturday, November 1, from 9:00 am-1:00 pm in the Hall of Records. This event is part of the exciting Hunterdon 300th Celebration Calendar. Registration is limited so please visit www.hunterdon300th.org to register. There is no cost to attend. Find out how to trace your property ownership, search for liens, easements or right-a-ways or do some research on your family tree. My staff and I are here to serve you. If you have any suggestions and/or comments, please contact me directly at: 908.788.1214 or by email at: countyclerk@co.hunterdon.nj.us. Sincerely, Mary H. Melfi, County Clerk p o l I s h n I g h t s a t u r d a y o c t o B e r 2 5 The Polish American Citizens Club is hosting a Polish Night at Liberty Hall, 29 Kline Blvd. in Whitehouse Station on Saturday, October 25. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Cost is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for children (ages 5 – 12). The menu will include pierogies, kielbasa and sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, pot cheese and noodles, salads, iced tea, lemonade, coffee and dessert. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Reservations required. Please call: 908.534.6230.

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