Clinton Township Newsletter

1 8 S e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 7 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com R a r i t a n H e a d w a t e r s A s s o c i a t i o n ( R H A ) , i n c o n j u n c t i o n w i t h M S I Plumbing, is providing well water testing for residents of Clinton Township. If your household water comes from a private well, it is not tested by any state or local authority. Well water tests can be expensive, but Clinton Township residents may have their drinking water tested for coliform bacteria and nitrates for $60. Additional testing options are also available. The well-testing kits contain easy-to-follow instructions and containers approved by a state-certified laboratory. Kits may be purchased Monday, September 18 through Friday, September 22, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at MSI Plumbing, 1109 Route 31 South, Lebanon. Water samples may be dropped off at MSI's offices on Monday, September 25, from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. No cash will be accepted; checks only. For further info., contact Mara Tippett at 908.234.1852, ext. 401 or email: welltesting@raritanheadwaters.org. Safe drinking water is essential to good health, and testing well water at a certified lab is the only way to know whether water from a private well is safe. Both human-caused and naturally occurring contaminants are often found in private wells. Nitrates and bacteria, which can lead to immediate and serious health conditions, may be found in well water as a result of a poorly performing septic system or a nearby agricultural source. Two naturally occurring elements, arsenic and radon, are also commonly found in well water in northwestern New Jersey. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends that all homeowners test their well water for contaminants annually. About Raritan Headwaters Association: Since 1959, RHA has been working to address water quality issues and has served as an effective advocate for conservation throughout the 39 communities in Hunterdon, Morris and Somerset Counties that make up the Raritan Headwaters watershed region. The 470 square mile watershed plays a critical role in meeting the demands of more than 1.5 million residential, commercial, agricultural and municipal water users within the region and beyond, into NJ's urban areas. To learn more, visit: www.raritanheadwaters.org or call: 908.234.1852. i s y o u r d r i n k i n G W a T e r s a f e ? Clinton Township Residents May Have Their Well Water Tested in September B R U S H I N G V I O L E T S i s a N e w J e r s e y Chapter of the Society of Decorative Painters. We offer classes and seminars with both local and national teachers. Members also participate in community service projects. We welcome all levels of painters to come and join us! We will h o l d o u r n e x t m o n t h l y meeting on Wednesday, September 6 from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm at the Clinton Presbyterian Church, 91 Center Street in Clinton. There will be a short business meeting followed by a painting program. Guests Welcome! For more information, please visit our website at www.Brushing-Violets. com or call Cindy at: 908.526.3958. For more information about the Society of Decorative Painters, visit: www.DecorativePainters.org. Brushing Violets Your full circle of care Briteside Adult Day Center provides day care for older adults (age 55+) who require supervision to maintain their health and safety. While you are at work, running errands or simply taking a much-needed break, Briteside offers a safe, comfortable place for your loved ones. 16 Sand Hill Road Flemington, NJ 08822 908-782-8080 HunterdonHealthcare.org/Briteside NCB Library Seed Exchange Our seed exchange has included seeds from Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, Botanical Interests, Burpee Seed, Hudson Valley Seed, and Stokes. It also includes seeds donated by local gardeners who wish to reduce, reuse and re-cycle, share with fellow gardeners, and/or preserve heirloom varieties. Commercial seeds are kept separate from the home-grown seeds. Before you purchase your seeds next winter, be sure to check what seeds are available for you to take. This summer and fall, please consider if you have any seeds that you would like to donate. Donated seeds can include partially-used new seed packets or properly harvested seeds. The Seed Share is an honor system. All seed material is free and available for non-commercial purposes. No guarantees are made regarding seed labelling or viability. For more information, please call the North County Branch Library at: 908.730.6135. n Reach Over 14,000 Local Consumers Monthly n Change Your Message Monthly n Have Your Ad Designed – Free! n Run a Small Article (about 150 words) – Free! n Have your ad linked to your website at: www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com email us at: Want your message seen by over 14,000 readers? When you advertise in the Clinton Township Newsletter you can: ctnl@comcast.net "He who opens a school door, closes a prison." ~ Victor Hugo

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