Category: lifestyle/the_princeton_packet
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Dinky move is trivial
Stuart Kerachsky of Princeton So all of the fuss about moving the Dinky station is about a possible walk comparable to the “trek” from Small World Coffee to the Princeton Public Library? (See the story in The Princeton Packet last Friday). We focus on the most trivial things. The proposed move of the station…
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Johnson Park traffic safety
Richard M. Glazer of Lawrence The article in The Princeton Packet last Friday (“Johnson Park school traffic risks addressed”) implied that passing on the right using the right hand turn lane is illegal. I do not believe that it is illegal. The New Jersey Driver Manual (page 38 of the 1999 edition) states: “In…
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FINE ART & ANTIQUES: Many prefer appraisals at home
I often joke that during some in-home appraisal visits, I feel the need to transform from Dr. Lori to Dr. Phil. By Dr. Lori Special to The Packet Recently the popular “Dear Abby” advice column printed a letter from a woman who had a very good experience during an in-home appraisal. The writer…
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‘Tribute to Women’ 2008 on March 6
YWCA Princeton to honor 10 on 25th anniversary of program Standing, from left: Dr. Shirley M.Tilghman, M. Katherine McGavern, Jaye Hewitt Semrod, Patricia M. Hart, Shirley Satterfield, Jane Kelly, Esq., Anne O’Neill, and Michele Tuck-Ponder. Sitting, from left: Dr. Patricia C. Donohue, Karen Jezierny, Marcelline Baumann, and Dr. Lydia Mallett. Ten women from businesses,…
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Sunshine Week in New Jersey
Jessica Burns of League of Woman Voters The New Jersey Foundation for Open Government (NJ FOG) is hosting a celebration of Sunshine Week in Trenton on Tuesday, March 18. The event will include a panel discussion on local government transparency practices and policies in New Jersey and the presentation of the NJ FOG Lift…
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Note of thanks from gala
Alice St. Claire-Long of Princeton, Liz Murray of Hopewell As co-chairs of this year’s gala benefiting Princeton University Art Museum’s education and outreach initiatives, we are delighted to acknowledge the many individuals and businesses that came together on February 9 to celebrate the arts. “Carnevale! Masterpieces & Masquerade” was a festive evening enjoyed by…
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Supporting Casey Lambert
James Floyd of Princeton I am delighted that Casey Lambert, who served with distinction on Township Committee several years ago, has decided to run again for the term that begins January 2009. I have known Casey for a longtime and have admired her ability to get things done. She was an outstanding member of…
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BOOK NOTES: Dr. Seuss spreads the joy of reading
With several recognized children’s books to his credit, Theodor Geisel became outspoken about the deplorable nature of children’s reading books, which he thought did more harm than good. By Joan Ruddiman Special Writer March 2nd marks the 104th birthday of Theodor “Ted” Geisel who as the beloved Dr. Seuss turned kids on to reading.…
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Food supply is not safe
Ivan Slotsky of Princeton Last Sunday’s recall of 143 million pounds of beef by the U.S. Department of Agriculture should provide a loud and clear wakeup call that federal inspection is not adequate to ensure a safe meat supply. This largest meat recall in U.S. history was actually brought on by an animal rights…
