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Flemington architect updates without modernizing
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Wednesday January 07, 2009, 12:22 PM
TASTEFUL DESIGN -- The restoration of this building at the corner of Main and Mine streets, which houses Fusion restaurant, is just one of more than a dozen projects architect Chris Pickell has designed in Flemington.FLEMINGTON -- Eighteenth- and 19th-century builders had no way of knowing that their creations would someday need to accommodate things like indoor plumbing and Internet connections. Gracefully integrating modern necessities into historic structures has become a staple of architect Chris Pickell's business.
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Olympic equestrian is a new citizen
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday December 31, 2008, 2:52 PM
In a ceremony held recently in Newark, dressage rider Cesar Parra pledged his allegiance to the U.S. and became a citizen. Dr. Parra's Performance Farm has locations in Readington Township and Jupiter, Fla.
This rider, who represented his native Colombia at Olympic Games, World Equestrian Games, Pan American Games, and World Cup Finals, will now focus on representing the U.S. in international dressage competition.
Continue reading "Olympic equestrian is a new citizen" »Thrift stores ease hard times
by Renee Kiriluk-Hill / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 30, 2008, 1:14 PM
THE LORD'S CLOSET is now more of a showroom. Wally Crowley, founder of the Readington Township faith-based nonprofit, arranges the merchandise in his Route 22 store.The recession has collided with the environmental movement to replace the stigma of shopping at thrift or consignment shops with a sort of cachet. Donors are doing their part by recycling.
Continue reading "Thrift stores ease hard times" »The perfect gift
by Lillian Schupe / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 25, 2008, 6:04 AM
HORSES, both real and model, are a big part of Lillian Shupe's life now, but never a part of Christmas. Here she is with Yasmin Lee N, a Standardbred racehorse trained by her husband, Jim and her model of The Black Stallion.When I was in the fifth grade I read The Black Stallion by Walter Farley.
From then on I asked for a horse every Christmas. I knew it was a fruitless exercise but it didn't stop me from asking. Hey, one can always hope for a Christmas miracle.
Keeping Christmas: Memories help make the holiday
by Lillie Dorchak / Hunterdon County Democrat
Wednesday December 24, 2008, 11:47 AM
Skinny Santa
As a child living in Manhattan in the '40s, just after World War II, I had some great memories, and they all spring to life when I pull out the Ugliest Santa Claus of All.
Just after the war, Japan was recovering from a devastating defeat and lots of "Made in Japan" goods flooded our markets, among them a skinny Santa made of oil cloth stuffed with straw.
Continue reading "Keeping Christmas: Memories help make the holiday" »LINK fares to rise for 2009
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday December 24, 2008, 6:10 AM
Fares on the county LINK buses are set to increase beginning Jan. 2. Some will double. The Freeholders approved the new prices after a public hearing on Nov. 7. It's the first fare increase since 1990.
LINK ridership is up, said Pamela Pontrelli, director of Human Services, the county department that oversees the program. But she said falling revenues from state transportation funding and casino revenues have failed to keep pace with expenses, which are expected to top $4 million in 2008.
Continue reading "LINK fares to rise for 2009" »Ride 'em, Rabbi!
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Tuesday December 23, 2008, 2:34 PM
The spiritual leader of Chabad of Hunterdon, Rabbi Eli Kornfeld, challenges a mechanical bull at Sunday's Hanukkah party at HealthQuest in Raritan Township. The celebration also included a huge chocolate menorah. Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, will end Monday at dusk.
Family greetings at Christmastime
by Mary Heffner / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 23, 2008, 12:01 PM
FROM AGE 6, Mary Heffner drew the images that became her family's Christmas cards for 14 years.It's that time of year, when you open your mailbox and scattered among bank statements and sale advertisements are the large colorful envelopes of greeting cards.
Whether from distant friends and family, gracious real estate agents and attorneys, or someone surprising, there is no better way to say, literally, "season's greetings" than with a holiday card.
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Benedict Arnold is focus of historic lecture series
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Sunday December 21, 2008, 6:59 AM
CLINTON -- The Red Mill Museum Village will start the New Year with a new lecture series focused on "Turning Points in the American Revolution." On Tuesday, Jan. 13, General Benedict Arnold will be the topic of the presentation by historian and battlefield guide Richard Bellamy. Lectures are held at the Clinton Community Center on Halstead Street, starting at 8 p.m.
Washington's Crossing 2008
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Saturday December 20, 2008, 6:39 AM
BRAY'S COMPANY, Hunterdon County Militia, will be among the troops crossing the Delaware on Christmas Day. This hardy band appeared Sunday for the dress rehearsal. They are (first row, from left) John Lerchbacker, Sal DeSapio, Tuck Hartpence, (second row) Mark Gall, Mike Kuzma, Bob Albrecht, Len Coulson and Jack Lerchbacker. If conditions are right, they and a host of other re-enactors will cross from Pennsylvania to New Jersey on Christmas, with drills and ceremonies beginning at 1 p.m. in -- where else? -- Washington Crossing Park.
Arts and crafts show at Renaissance Plaza
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Friday December 19, 2008, 1:55 PM
On Sunday at 11 a.m., Roman Jewelers in Renaissance Plaza in Flemington will host a fine arts and crafts show. The event is free and artists will answer questions about their work until 4 p.m. Susan Roseman, owner of the Riverbank Arts Gallery in Stockton, directs the show of Hunterdon and Bucks county artists. Among them will be children's book illustrator Dar Hosta of Raritan Township, at left, and ceramist Lisa Naples of Doylestown, Pa. Other exhibits planned are pottery, fine furniture, paintings, metal works, bead work, rugs and knitting. Call 237-1223 for more details.
Garden Club makes Gov's house sparkle
by Mary Heffner / Hunterdon Observer
Tuesday December 16, 2008, 4:15 PM
Audrey DiMarcello, Barbara Lewis and Loretta Kayne join other members of the Hunterdon Hills Garden Club in decorating Drumthwacket, the Governor's mansion for the holiday season. Governor Corzine can visit a 'Winter Wonderland' just by visiting his library. Joining history with the holidays, Drumthwacket, the official governor's residence in Princeton, has decked its halls and opened its doors to visitors this season.
The holiday open house is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 and Wednesday Dec. 17. Using seasonal plants and flowers, High Bridge-based Hunterdon Hills Garden Club was one of many New Jersey garden clubs that helped decorate each room of the mansion in this year's "Peace On Earth" theme.
Keeping Christmas memories and traditions
by Lillie Dorchak / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 16, 2008, 12:56 PM
Assignment Editor Terry Wright shows off his candle collection.Prodigy pooch seeking AKC obedience crown
by Sue Sharpe / Hunterdon County Democrat
Saturday December 13, 2008, 6:34 AM
LEBANON TWP. -- Tyler, a 4-year-old black Labrador retriever, is a non-stop "clown and goofball" at home, according to owner Petra Ford. But the township resident is confident that her plucky pup will turn into a top dog when the two complete on Dec. 13 and 14 at the American Kennel Club National Obedience Invitational in Long Beach, Calif.
Continue reading "Prodigy pooch seeking AKC obedience crown" »Lt. Monroe will cross Delaware
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Thursday December 11, 2008, 11:27 AM
On Saturday re-enactors will march, read Tom Paine's words, cross the river and fire cannon during the 23th annual re-enactment of Monroe's Crossing, starting at noon in New Hope and ending when the last of the troops row across to Lambertville.
Continue reading "Lt. Monroe will cross Delaware" »NJN-TV features black-light show
by Renee Kiriluk-Hill / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 11, 2008, 6:53 AM
LAMBERTVILLE -- It's hard to understand the city elementary school's black-light theater production, String of Pearls, unless you've seen it. Then, chances are good that you'll walk away, like school board President Steve Wolock has, uttering descriptions like "very creative, very artistic. The music is interesting. It's thoughtful and artistic. It's not like a typical kid's show... it's performance art."
Continue reading "NJN-TV features black-light show" »Three classic tales on Franklin's stage
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday December 10, 2008, 6:12 AM
QUAKERTOWN -- The Franklin Theatre Works offers three timeless, poignant tales adapted as one-act plays this holiday season: O. Henry's The Gift of the Magi, Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Match Girl, and Margery Williams' The Velveteen Rabbit. The company features more than 60 youngsters, first grade through high school.
Continue reading "Three classic tales on Franklin's stage" »Seasonal magic back at Glassman house
by Mary Heffner / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 09, 2008, 12:04 PM
ALL UNDER ONE ROOF are four holiday villages, 12 Christmas trees and every decoration south of the North Pole. Karolee Glassman of Clinton Township will open her home to the public on two Sundays -- Dec.14 and 21, accepting donations for Woodlands Wildlife Refuge.CLINTON TWP. -- Forget about walking city blocks in sub-freezing temperatures to see a unique Christmas display. You don't have to travel far from home to see one that rivals Rockefeller Center.
Continue reading "Seasonal magic back at Glassman house" »Balloon nativity benefits child
by Patrick Pizzuti / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 09, 2008, 6:15 AM
HOLD ONTO THAT CAMEL! A nativity scene crafted with balloons starts to take shape at Clinton Presbyterian Church. It opens to the public after the parade tomorrow as a fundraiser for young Luke Hartrum, critically injured last year when he was hit by a car. Getting the balloons in place Sunday are (from left) associate pastor Becci Curtis and youth members Mackenzie Holmsburg, 15, of Annandale and Ben Prakopcyk, 15, of Bethlehem Township. 'Wonderful Life' as radio play
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Sunday December 07, 2008, 6:01 AM
SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS -- Nick de la Motte of Frenchtown rehearses sound effects for It's a Wonderful Life -- The Radio Play, the fourth annual River Union Stage holiday offering, adapted from the Frank Capra classic film, with actress Allison Piazza of Upper Black Eddy, Pa. It's a Wonderful Life, the heartwarming movie featuring George Bailey, a struggling young banker who sacrifices his dreams and ambitions to protect Bedford Falls, his hometown, against the machinations of greedy, grasping Henry F. Potter, is being produced as a 1940s-style radio play by River Union Stage professional theater company as its fourth annual contribution to the holiday season.
Towns making plans to light the season
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Saturday December 06, 2008, 11:29 AM
Several towns have announced public tree-lighting ceremonies.
Flemington's tree lighting ceremonies will take place at the Veterans' Monument on Main Street tomorrow at 7 p.m. It is hosted by Cub Scout Park 61. The Cub Scout who sold the most popcorn during the pack's annual fundraiser will have the honor of turning on the lights. The ceremony will also include a carol sing-along, and Santa Claus is expected to arrive by fire truck at about 7:30 p.m.
Continue reading "Towns making plans to light the season" »Artists' sons keep the flame aglow
by Lillie Dorchak / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 04, 2008, 10:39 AM
Happy memories of their parents are shared by the Devil brothers, Nick (left) and Jeff. Jeff holds 'Cranberry Christmas,' a book written by his parents and is being released as an animated television movie Monday night.TEWKSBURY TWP. -- Authors Harry and Wende Devlin wrote books for kids, and now their own kids are dedicated to giving those tales new audiences.
We'll all get a chance to see the result on Monday at 7:30 p.m. and again Saturday, Dec. 13 at 12:30 p.m. when the ABC Family Channel (Channel 50 on Comcast), airs the Devlins' book Cranberry Christmas as an animated holiday treat for the whole family. It features songs written and sung by Barry Manilow.
Steal this idea: Frenchtown author starts network to feed neighbors
by Warren Cooper/ Hunterdon Observer
Tuesday December 02, 2008, 3:02 PM
Elizabeth Gilbert, author of 'Eat. Pray. Love.', is leading Frenchtown Feeds Frenchtown. Gilbert, with help from friends like Susan Freddie (right) provide baskets to their neighbors in Frenchtown who agree to fill them with non-perishable food donations to the Frenchtown Food Pantry. Each week Gilbert and Freddie pick up contributions by the basket-full and hope this simple effort is replicated in towns throughout the region. Week after week, tens of thousands of Americans lose their jobs or fall victim to the recession in other ways and join the ranks of those struggling to make ends meet. Food banks across the nation are unable to keep up with demand. Even in wealthy Hunterdon County some people are barely hanging on.
Holiday drama pulls heartstrings
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Thursday November 27, 2008, 6:39 AM
DAD'S HOME for the holiday! The Spencer Family, a.k.a. TV's the Waltons, are happy that dad Clay Spencer has made it home to celebrate with his many children. The heartwarming The Homecoming will be presented Dec. 5-7 at Whitehouse School. The players are, left to right, Phoebe Torsilieri, Andrew Plinio, Tommy Auriemma, Terrie Copeland, Damian Quinn, Mary Rose Pomykacz, Audrey Looby, Tom Johnston, Stephen Johnston and Bailey Cooper.The Homecoming is the heartwarming, holiday drama which inspired The Waltons, the popular television series about a depression-era family. The story is set at Christmas, as the family awaits the father's return home from an exhausting job in a distant town.
Continue reading "Holiday drama pulls heartstrings" »Hindu Temple group will look elsewhere
by Veronica Slaght / Hunterdon County Democrat
Wednesday November 26, 2008, 4:25 PM
READINGTON TWP. -- The group that wanted to build the county's first Hindu temple here has decided to look elsewhere. That's according to attorney Lloyd Tubman, who represented Hindu Sanatan Dharma Seva Mandal's application to the township's Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Ms. Tubman said she doesn't know if the group is considering other sites in Hunterdon.
Continue reading "Hindu Temple group will look elsewhere" »Sacred & secular meet in Symphonia concert
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday November 26, 2008, 2:33 PM
LAMBERTVILLE -- The Riverside Symphonia kicks off the holiday season with "Secular and Sacred, a Musical Celebration of Christmas." While enjoying the glorious timbres of Christmas and its traditional melodies, discover how secular and sacred musical traditions blend during this special season.
Continue reading "Sacred & secular meet in Symphonia concert" »Dickens Days in Clinton offer music, drama, fun
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday November 26, 2008, 12:51 PM
CLINTON -- Dickens Days welcome holiday shoppers to Clinton this Friday through Sunday with horse-drawn carriage rides and a variety of musical and dramatic performances.
The town's annual tree-lighting ceremony, featuring caroling by the Clinton Methodist Church choir, is set for Friday at 6:30 p.m. Santa will arrive on a fire truck.
Continue reading "Dickens Days in Clinton offer music, drama, fun" »Harmonizers offer a Christmas variety
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Tuesday November 25, 2008, 2:23 PM
The Hunterdon Harmonizers will present their annual holiday show, called this year A Christmas Carol - Humbug in Four-Part Harmony.
The one-night event will be Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 and 7 p.m. at Delaware Valley High School, 19 Senator Stout Rd. in Alexandria Township.
Continue reading "Harmonizers offer a Christmas variety" »Hispanos coat drive helps hundreds
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Tuesday November 25, 2008, 11:41 AM
Volunteers from the North Hunterdon High School Spanish Club help Hunterdon Hispanos distribute coats in Clinton on Nov. 17 with Jim Robinson of Embarq, whose organization collected a truckload of gently used outerwear for those in need.About 200 people from diverse backgrounds in Clinton, Fleming-ton and Lambertville benefited from a coat drive Hunterdon Hispanos recently completed.
The effort drew together a number of organizations, including Embarq, Provident Bank, North Hunterdon Rotary Club, Solebury School Spanish Club, Cordis Corp., a Johnson & Johnson Co. and members of the public who dropped their donated coats off at Lackland Self Storage.
Continue reading "Hispanos coat drive helps hundreds" »39th annual antiques sale at Hunterdon Central
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Monday November 24, 2008, 6:41 AM
RARITAN TWP. -- The 39th annual antique show at the Hunterdon Central High School field house is set for Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 29-30. Hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
Sixty primitive and country dealers will show antiques including fine country furniture, folk art, antique quilts, estate jewelry, stoneware, basketry, antique prints, books, tools and glassware.
Continue reading "39th annual antiques sale at Hunterdon Central" »
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