Clinton Township Newsletter

4 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 7 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com www.MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com 1109 Route 31 South, Lebanon New Jersey Licensed | Master Plumber #8722 908.735.4438 your remodel experts! Water Conditioning & RO Systems Sewage Ejector Pump Service & Replacement Kitchen Sink & Dishwasher Installation Emergency Sump Pumps Maintained & Installed Battery & Water Backup Sump Pumps Repair & Installation Of Toilets & Faucets Fix And Repair Clogged Fixtures & Drains Gas Piping Design, Repair & Installation Water Pipe Repair & Maintenance Emergency Leak Repair And Automatic Alerts Ice Maker Lines Repaired & Installed Generac Generators Installed & Maintained Full Remodeling Services H O L I D AY S A F E T Y T I P S by Anne Thornton, President, MSI Plumbing & Remodeling The holidays are a time for celebration and that means more cooking, home decorating, entertaining and an increased risk of fire and accidents. Following these guidelines will help make your holiday season safer and more enjoyable. HOLIDAY DECORATING & LIGHTING: • Choose decorations made with flame-resistant, flame-retardant or non-combustible materials. • Keep candles away from trees, decorations and other combustible materials. • Carefully inspect new and previously used light strings and replace damaged items before plugging lights in. Do not overload extension cords. • Before using lights outdoors, check labels to be sure they have been certified for outdoor use. Plug all outdoor electric decorations into circuits with ground fault circuit interrupters to avoid potential shocks. • To hold lights in place, string them through hooks or insulated staples, not nails or tacks. Never pull or tug lights to remove them. Make sure all the bulbs work and that there are no frayed wires, broken sockets or loose connections. • Keep children and pets away from light strings and electrical decorations. • Turn off all light strings and decorations before leaving the house or going to bed. TREES: • When purchasing an artificial tree, look for the label "Fire Resistant." • Check live trees for freshness. A fresh tree is green, needles are hard to pull from branches and when bent between your fingers, needles do not break. • When setting up a tree at home, place it away from fireplaces, radiators or portable heaters. Place the tree out of the way of traffic and do not block doorways. • Cut a few inches off the trunk of your tree to expose the fresh wood. This allows for better water absorption and will help to keep your tree from drying out and becoming a fire hazard. • Be sure to keep the stand filled with water, because heated rooms can dry live trees out rapidly. • Make sure the base is steady so the tree won't tip over easily. For more information about safety tips, remodeling and improving your home, please visit us at our office, give us a call or visit us online. MSI Plumbing & Remodeling, 908.735.4438. www. MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com. Christmastime in Downtown Clinton! Santa's workshop will once again be located on the terrace of the Hunterdon Art Museum, which will be displayed throughout the holiday season for all to enjoy. Dates to remember: The Annual Clinton Christmas Parade takes place on December 1 at 7:00 pm -- don't miss this beloved event! Late night shopping on Candlelight Night is Thursday, December 14, from dusk until 9:00 pm. Don't miss the Lighting of the Clinton Menorah at the Hunterdon Art Museum Terrace, also on December 14 at 6:30 pm (article on page 20 of this issue)! All of these events are sponsored by The Guild of Clinton. The Guild of Clinton is a not-for-profit group that was formed in 1972 and consists of more than 70 local merchants and business owners. Their goal is to promote our unique village and all that it has to offer to residents and visitors alike. To find out more, visit: www.ClintonGuild.com. I m m A c u L A T E c O n c E P T I O n c H u r c H P r E S E n T S O r c H E S T r A O F S T . P E T E r B Y T H E S E A D E c . 1 0 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, Immaculate Conception Church (316 Old Allerton Road, Annandale) is proud to be hosting a Christmas concert on Sunday, December 10, 3:00 pm featuring Rev. Alphonse Stephenson and the Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea. Local maestro and beloved priest Father Alphonse has been delighting audiences as the conductor of this magnificent orchestra for more than thirty years! The orchestra is comprised of forty-two professional musicians and features three captivating soloists. Tickets for the concert will be available after all Masses in the narthex of the Church and weekdays at the Parish Office. Donation is $40, Balcony ticket cost is $30, Student (21 years and younger) ticket cost is $25. Questions? Please call 735.7319. For more information, please visit: www.iccannandale.org. We hope to see you there! Get an amazing workout in 20 minutes once a week – the fastest, most effective way to increase muscle strength and build muscle mass. Enlightened Exercise SuperSlow ® Strength Training 20% OFF ANY PACKAGE For New Clients Only C U S T O M PA I N T F I N I S H Transformations for Your Cabinetry & Furniture • D E S I G N 9 0 8 . 8 3 2 . 6 0 3 2 T E W K S B U R Y

• Cover