By Lorraine Sedor, Columist
The next Art in the Park garden session takes place this Sunday, July 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at 20 Evans Drive.
Artists of all skill levels are invited to set up their easels and take advantage of the views this property has to offer. From formal gardens, to yard structures and a spectacular view of the lake, this Art in the Park destination has something for everyone.
Please be sure to bring all your own supplies. Art in the Park is free, but only open to working artists.
The Helene Cody Cranbury 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will take place on Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. on Main Street. Applications are available at Town Hall, Cranbury Library, 1st Constitution Bank, Cranbury Library, Cranbury School, PHS and Princeton Running Store.
Applications can also be downloaded from: www.cranburytownship.org — click on News and then Cranbury 5K Helene Cody Memorial Run and www.prs.k12.nj.us — click on Princeton High School and then Helene Cody Memorial Run. Runners can also register on-line at www.RaceForum.com/Cranbury
Eagle Scout candidate, Greg Carroll is reinstating this race for his Eagle Scout Project with all of the net proceeds directed to the Helene Cody Foundation. The Helene Cody Foundation seeks to inspire youth to volunteer, to better their communities and themselves.
To be a volunteer at this race or for any questions, please contact Greg Carroll at [email protected] or 409-9682. If your business or family would like to be a sponsor of this race and have your company logo or name on the back of the T-shirt, please contact Linda Cody at 609-655-1770.
I recently had the opportunity to catch up with Maplewood Avenue resident Joan Smith, who was not only a proud parent, but a proud neighbor, too!
Joan wanted readers to know about two young women who live on Maplewood, both 2009 PHS graduates. In the past year Dana Sahli achieved the highest award a girl can earn in scouting, the Gold Award. To earn the award Dana needed to complete specific activities in career exploration, community service and self-awareness. Her awarded winning project took place on Cranbury Day last year, when Dana held canoe races on Brainerd Lake. She enlisted the support of the community and fellow scouts, honing her leadership skills in the process. Dana will be attending Gettysburg College in the fall.
Down the street from Dana, Jessica Charwin was busy completing EMT certification. The Cranbury First Aid Squad accepts teen members in two categories, full membership for those 18 and older and a cadet program for 14 to 17 year olds. The certification process includes 130 hours of training plus CPR certification and familiarity with equipment and vehicles. Joan Smith said that the training Jessica completed included a winter rescue simulation. Jessica will be attending Tulane University in the fall.
Joan and Dale Smith recently visited son Gavin to celebrate a milestone. Gavin earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of New Hampshire.
Their son Quentin is out in Washington State where he is a senior graphic arts designer. Quentin has returned to graphic arts after having been lead vocalist for the punk group Vaux for nine years.
Thanks, Joan, for all the good news!
BERDANHAND PRODUCTIONS presents Fade Out at Clo-Achers, a comedy about life in an active adult community. It will be produced at the Empire Diner Restaurant Dessert Theater, 4135 Route 9 N., Freehold, from July 10 to July 26, weekends. Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 seniors, $20 general admission — dessert and coffee included.
For more details, call 609-443-1320 or 908-208-2750; or e-mail [email protected].
Residents can reach Ms. Sedor by phone at 609-655-3386, by e-mail at [email protected] and by mail at 32 Evans Drive, Cranbury, N.J. 08512.