Clinton Township Newsletter

4 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 4 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com e n j o y t h e m a g i C o f t h e S e a S o n a t t h e t h e at R e at R a R i ta n V a l l e y C o m m u n i t y C o l l e g e The Theatre at RVCC • 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ 08876 Box Office: 908.725.3420 • theatre@rvccArts.org • www.rvccArts.org/ The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCCArts), a com- munity-based, non-profit performing arts center, presents a wide range of cultural programming by professional touring companies of regional, national and international stature. Providing affordable entertainment and educational programming to the college and the community, RVCCArts strives to be a meeting place of diverse ideas and art — a cultural centerpiece — providing a central location where college and community, teacher and learner can come together and share the transforming experience of live performance. Each season the theatre presents the Major Artists series; three series for kids and their families, TinyTots (2+), the Sampler Series (4+), the Family Series (8+); and School-Time Performances, a series of educational field trip events for preK through grade 12. In addition, the theatre offers two mid-week series for an adult audience, Tuesdays with Stories and Club28. These events are designed for a smaller audience, in an intimate setting, and each includes post-show discussion with the artists. Remember, tickets and gift certificates make great holiday gifts! f i n d y o u R a n C e S t o R S t h R o u g h t h e f a m i l y h i S t o R y C e n t e R i n C l i n t o n The Family History Center in Clinton and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints are offering free personalized help to those looking for information on their ancestors. All skill levels are welcome; there is access to a large database of records. For hours and directions, call: 908.284.1740. R o u n d V a l l e y R e C R e a t i o n a R e a ' S w i n t e R n a t u R e h i K e S December 7: Bird Walk–9:00 am to 11:00 am • No fee to participate • 908.236.6355 Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot Join NJ Audubon Society members, on 3\4 mile flat trail loop where you could see an American Coot or Rind-necked Duck. Then take a short drive to the swimming pond where abundant waterfowl enjoy the early spring serenity. If you have a field guide and binoculars we suggest you bring them. December 21: Solstice Hike– 4:00 to 6:00 pm $2.00 fee for ages six and above • 908.236.6355 Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot Hike Round Valley in the gathering gloom of the shortest day of the year. Learn the significance of this day to ancient people and how they observed it. Pre-registration recommended. y o u n i V e R S i t y o f m u S i C a n d a R t S Offering added convenience to Clinton Township families and stu- dents, Flemington-based YOUniversity of Music and Arts--formerly known as Hunterdon Academy of the Arts--recently opened a new location in Lebanon (Oasis Commons, 148 Main Street). When it comes to high quality music instruction, this school has been Hunterdon's most trusted source since 1981. Over the past 33 years the institution has evolved greatly, aligning its innovative teachings with current developments in educa- tion to meet students' changing expectations and deliver outstanding services to families across Hunterdon, Warren and Somerset counties. The school's holistic combination of programs, which focus on personalized music instruc- tion and wellness classes, is truly YOUnique and central to its core mission: to inspire students to discover their individual paths to a happier, healthier and more successful life. When will YOU join us? For more details, call us at 908.782.4943 or visit: www.HunterdonAcademyOfTheArts.com u n i t e d w a y ' S " h o l i d a y h a n d S " p R o g R a m "The difference you have made with just a few gifts is more than you will ever know. I fully intend to return the favor and help a family in need when I get back on my feet." This quote is from one of the many thank you letters to generous donors who supported United Way of Hunterdon County's Holiday Hands program, which served more than 2,500 individuals in 2013. Getting involved in Holiday Hands is easy. United Way will match individuals or organizations with a family and/ or individual and provide their wish list. Unwrapped gifts and/or gift cards are brought to the United Way of Hunterdon County's office by December 6, 2014. Gift cards are always needed, especially for individuals and families that are not "adopted". If you, your company or your organization are interested in learning more about adopting a family or volunteering this holiday season, please contact Amy Andersen at: 908.782.3414, ext. 24 or: amy@uwhunterdon.org. United Way of Hunterdon County, 4 Walter Foran Blvd., Suite 401, Flemington, NJ, 08822. S i g n u p t o m a K e a d i f f e R e n C e i n t h e l i f e o f a C h i l d The Fresh Air Fund needs your help next summer to give more New York City children the opportunity of new experiences and lasting friendships in Hunterdon County! Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund has provided free summer experiences for more than 1.8 million New York City children. Sign up to become a volunteer host and discover what many families in the area have already learned – a Fresh Air summer is one that makes a difference. On first time visits to host families, Fresh Air children are six to 12 years old and stay for one to two weeks. Fresh Air children experience simple pleasures like running barefoot through the grass or gazing at star-filled skies. For more information, please contact Susan Prisco at 908.418.7267 or susmarpri@embarqmail.com and Jody Berkowitz at 908.803.2902 or jodyberkowitz@gmail.com. Also, visit us online at www.FreshAir.org. " l i g h t S o f l o V e " S h i n e a t h u n t e R d o n m e d i C a l C e n t e R For over 26 years the Lights of Love program has been a time-honored tradition at Hunterdon Medical Center. Since its inception, this pro- gram has raised $622,000 which allows Hunterdon Medical Center to continue to provide excellent healthcare for our community. Each year the Lights of Love evergreen tree, located on the front lawn of the Hunterdon Medical Center campus, is illuminated with thousands of lights representing gifts received from donors all over the country to honor or memorialize their loved ones. Once again it is time to think about the people who mean the most to us. You can do this by making a $20 tax-deductible donation to the Hunterdon Medical Center Foundation requesting that a "light of love" be placed on the "Lights of Love" Tree. In addition, you can make a larger donation in which shining ornaments will be placed on the tree. These levels include: Circle of Love - $500, Candlelight - $250 and Starlight - $100. For additional information and to make a donation, call the Hunterdon Medical Center Foundation at 908.788.6498 or visit https://hunterdonhealthcare.thankyou4caring.org. h u n t e R d o n C o u n t y t R a n S f e R S t a t i o n p a S S e S The 2015 Hunterdon County Transfer Station Passes will be available starting January 1, 2015. Please call the Clinton Township Clerk's Office if you would like one mailed to you or you can pick up your pass. If you have any questions, please call the Clerk's Office at 908.735.8800. t o y S f o R t o t S C o l l e C t i o n The Recreation Depart- m e n t i s c o l l e c t i n g t o y s through Monday December 15. The collection box is on the 1st floor of the Municipal Build- ing. Please stop by and drop off a gift for a child in need.

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