Clinton Township Newsletter

4 M a r c h 2 0 1 5 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com C o n S i d e r B e a u t i f u L " t h e d o v e " h a L L f o r y o u r n e x t e v e n t ! Looking for a tasteful, elegant space to host your next event? Look no further than our beautiful, newly-renovated hall, "The Dove". Its soar- ing ceilings, topped with handsome wood arches, create a spacious, open feeling to the room. The neutral Tuscan-inspired color scheme will accent any décor you choose for your event. Several large bronze chandeliers provide abundant light for a glowing atmosphere. Whether using the hall during the day, with side light windows ushering in natural light, or in the evening with its softly lit wall sconces, "The Dove" sets the stage for a successful event. Speaking of stages, the hall boasts a raised dais to highlight your entertainment or speaker, or for use as a head-table area to seat the bridal party/guest of honor. With its own entrance under a covered portico, "The Dove's" entryway is perfect in case of inclement weather and is step-free and handicapped accessible. Whether your banquet is catered or home-cooked, we also have a large fully-equipped kitchen which can be utilized to prepare/reheat/serve a full meal onsite or for use by cater- ers. If you require space for a pre-reception cocktail party or to host a smaller event, please inquire about our "Entry Hall" which, with ample natural light and view of our "Sanctuary's" outstanding custom stained glass windows, is perfect for more intimate gatherings. Our lovely outdoor garden is ideal for photo ops. We also have ample parking and are convenient to Routes 78 and 22 as well as several hotels, restaurants and shops within a few miles. Whether it be a party or reception, funeral or baptism, the Church of the Holy Spirit's gracious social halls can meet your needs. Kindly contact our Church Office to inquire about space availability or to re- quest a tour at: support@churchholyspirit.net or call our main office at: 908.236.6301. Church of the Holy Spirit • 3 Haytown Road Lebanon, NJ 08833 • www.churchholyspirit.org/ "All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed." ~ Sean O'Casey 1 7 Q u e S t i o n S t o a S k a C o n t r a C t o r B e f o r e y o u r e m o d e L By Anne Thornton, President, MSI Plumbing & Remodeling If you're planning to remodel in 2015, please use this list of questions to interview contractors: 1. Who owns the business? 2. How long have you been in business? 3. Are you involved in the local Chamber of Commerce, other local business groups or a national trade association? 4. Are you licensed in New Jersey, as required? What licenses? 5. How many projects like mine have you completed in the last year? 6. May I have a list of references from those projects? 7. Can I visit a prior customer's job to see a finished product? 8. May I have a list of business referrals and suppliers? 9. What percentage of your business is repeat or referral business? 10. Does your company carry worker's compensation and liability insurance? (Make sure to get copies of their certificates of insurance.) 11. Will building permits be required for my project? (Most projects require inspections for building, plumbing, fire and electric. Some projects need to be submitted to your local Zoning and Health Department for approval as well.) 12. Who will be assigned as project supervisor for the job? 13. Who will be working on the project? Are they employees or subcontractors? 14. What is your approach to a project such as this? 15. How long will it take for my project from start to finish? 16. What kind of "unexpected" expenses are expected? 17. How do you handle the "dirty work" of dust containment? 18. Will you be providing a written contract with the following: • details of the job (including product specifications) • how change orders are handled • payment schedule • a 3-day right-to-cancel clause • written warranties • project start- and end- dates For more information, please visit us at our showroom, give us a call or visit us online. MSI Plumbing & Remodeling • 908.735.4438 • www. FindSolutionsOnline.com. h u n t e r d o n C o u n t y h i S t o r i C a L S o C i e t y March 15: Prize-winning photographer and public speaker Walter Choroszewski speaks about ABCs of DNA: Introduction to Genetic Ge- nealogy and Genomics at the Hunterdon County Historical Society's Spring meeting, Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 pm at the Flemington Pres- byterian Church, 10 East Main Street. The public is invited to attend. Refreshments are served. As a former science educator, Walter decodes the confusing science of DNA and translates it into common language. He shares his experience with DNA testing and explains how to discover the hidden treasures in your DNA. He also com- pares genetic testing companies and details how to find your genetic relatives, bio-geographical origins and much more. For over thirty years, Walter Choroszewski has been a leading advocate of New Jersey through the publication of eighteen photographic books, public speaking and popular programs he presents at schools. His 2014 book, Hunterdon in My Heart, celebrates the County's 300th anniversary. His book, New Jersey A Pho- tographic Celebration, was selected for the Official 300th Anniversary 101 Great New Jersey Book List under Art and Poetry. Choroszewski's photographs inspired the iconic state tourism campaign: New Jersey & You: Perfect Together and won him the first New Jersey Photo Journalism Award from Gov. Thomas Kean in 1989. His fine art prints and murals of New Jersey are included in many corporate, hospital and private collections. 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