By Bradley Koltz
Congratulations are in order. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has recently awarded the distinguished Platinum EXCEL Award designation to the Human Resources Management Association of Princeton (HRMA) for its scope of work in 2011.
HRMA is a significant resource to schools, non-profits and the business community in Princeton. Their work over the last year has included helping high school students in Ewing participate in their workforce readiness program, supporting Rider College students and students at the College of New Jersey who are interested in careers in human resources, assisting professionals who need retraining with their Careers In Transition program, and teaching courses in human resource management certification at Mercer County Community College to help local human resource professionals acquire or retain their credentials.
The HRMA of Princeton is an affiliate of SHRM that serves the greater Princeton area. Although based in Princeton, their 220-plus members work for companies across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRMA of Princeton is a local resource for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management. Find out more about the Human Resources Management Association of Princeton at http://hrma-nj.shrm.org.
Events
Minds and Manners Preschool opens at the Rambling Pines Day Camp. Bonnie Martin, formerly of Hopewell Country Day School will be heading Minds and Manners which is located at the Country Day School’s former location in the classrooms of Rambling Pines on Route 518, just off Route 31 at the Hopewell/ East Amwell border.
Minds and Manners offers developmentally appropriate programs for full or half day, with flexible schedules. Call them to schedule a tour at 609-649-4214 or stop by their Open House on Saturday, May 5, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. You can also email for more information at [email protected].
Houston Chronicle computer columnist, author and Macintosh computer expert Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus will be meeting and greeting the public at Creative Computing, located at 423 Wall Street in Princeton (across from the Princeton Airport) on Tuesday, May 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 609-683-3622 for more information.
The 33 Barber Shop Blood Drive will be on Saturday, May 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Bloodmobile will visit them at 1629 Route 33 in Hamilton. To sign up, contact 33 Barber Shop at 609-586-1996. Be sure to eat within 4 hours of donating blood and remember to bring a photo I.D.
Amwell Auto & Tire is holding a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 12, from 10 am to 3 pm, featuring free food, fun, prizes, giveaways and entertainment. Visit them at 626 Route 206 in Hillsborough or call them at 908-281-4337 for more information.
Cole Brothers Circus is coming to North Brunswick on Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20th on Milltown Road, next to Devry University. The event is sponsored by the North Brunswick Fire Company #3. Packet Media Group will be giving away several pairs of tickets through the centraljersey.com website. Visit www.centraljersey.com/circus for more information.
The New School of Music, Kingston is now accepting registrations for summer and fall, offering complete musicianship at the piano for all ages and stages. Visit them online at www.nsmspiano.org, in person at 4543 Route 27 in Kingston, or call 609-921-2900 to learn more.
Welcome
Dr. Ron Mandel is excited to open an office in Lawrenceville at 3836 Quakerbridge Road. His philosophy is to spend at least 20 minutes with each patient and make a personal call to everyone he has treated that day each evening. Call his office at 609-586-8888 or email them at [email protected] to learn more.
Doing good
Washington Elementary School students in Robbinsville recently heard from Roma Bank employees about the importance of saving as part of the ABA Education Foundation’s Teach Children to Save program.
The Teach Children to Save program uses lessons that bring together real life and classroom learning, incorporating hands-on scenarios and children’s experiences to help them understand the basic principles of using money wisely.
Lessons explore saving, budgeting, prioritizing and more.
Check out Roma Bank’s website at www.romabank.com, where they have a Kids Corner where Dollar the Dragon teaches children through interactive games and activities about money, banking, budgeting and saving.
From May 1 to 31, Learning Express Toys of Hamilton is hosting a “My Favorite Teacher” contest.
Children ages 6 to 13 who wish to recognize a remarkable teacher in their lives are asked to write a short essay explaining why they believe their teacher deserves the admirable title of “Favorite Teacher.” The child who writes the winning essay will win a $150 savings bond, and the teacher will win a $100 gift card to Learning Express Toys.
Visit Learning Express in Hamilton at the Shoppes at Hamilton, 549 Route 130, Suite 441 in Hamilton.
Don’t forget Mom!
Santino’s Pizza & Restaurant, Robbinsville, is now accepting reservations for Mother’s Day, May 13th. They will be open at 1 pm and will have their regular menu plus dinner Specials. Visit them online at www.santinoristorante.com, call 609-443-5600, or just stop by at 1240 Route 130 South in Robbinsville.
Green Knoll Grille is having a Mothers Day Special including a three course dinner with appetizers, salad and entree. Visit them at 645 Route 202/206 in Bridgewater or call 908-526-7090 for more information.
Roman Jewelers in Flemington now has The New Garden Party Collection. Buy three beads and get Mom a sterling silver bead free. They’re at Bridgewater Commons Mall. Call them at 908-575-1242.
If you’re in the Monroe area, Applegarth Country Florist has a lot of great deals on Mother’s Day flowers with delivery options. They are located at 337 Applegarth Road in Monroe. Visit them online at www.applegarthcountryflorist.com or give them a call at 609-655-0405.
Perennial Home in Hightstown has a number deals on gifts for Mother’s Day. They are located at 119 West Ward Street in Hightstown. Check out their website at www.perennialhome.com or give them a call for more information at 609-448-8830.
The Blue Rooster Café in Cranbury is having a special Mother’s Day brunch menu with flowers. They are located at 17 North Main Street in Cranbury. For more information, visit them online at www.blueroosterbakery.com or give them a call at 609-235-7539.
If you’re a local business doing something new, interesting, good for the community, or just want to let our readers know about a new product or service, please contact General Manager Brad Koltz at [email protected].
