Category: lifestyle/the_princeton_packet
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SLURP! at Blue Point Grill
A scenes from Blue Point Grill’s annual slurp-out, the Oyster Bowl, a Super Bowl Sunday benefit for Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s fight against breast cancer. Would you believe that nearly 6,000 Long Island oysters met their doom in Princeton? Staff photo by Adam Grybowski
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THE 40-70 RULE: Broaching concerns with aging parents
Your dad’s neighbor just called to tell you that your 79-year-old father sideswiped his parked vehicle and nearly hit a child standing nearby. Was it an isolated slip-up or a sign that it’s time for your dad to think about giving up his car keys? More important, how do you begin the discussion…
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CLICK HERE TO TALK POLITICS: It’s Primary Day in NJ
Packet Moderator The polls opened at 6 a.m. in New Jersey and will remain open until 8 p.m. Have you voted? How was the turnout at your polling place? Share your thoughts and observations here
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A GRAND AFFAIR: Mercer’s Irish extend an invitation to a gathering of the clans
Princeton attorney Jack McCarthy III continues his father’s commitment to the Friendly Sons and Daughters of St. Patrick, Mercer chapter, which will be presenting their annual dinner at the Hyatt Regency Princeton on March 13. ‘The Irish are proud of their heritage,’ Mr. McCarthy says. ‘We’re friendly, hospitable and like to have a good time,…
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A GRAND AFFAIR: Mercer’s Irish extend an invitation to a gathering of the clans
By Rich Fisher The Packet Group The Irish-American community is recognized for an array of celebratory traditions — be it from kilts to corn beef, shamrocks to step dancers or beer to bagpipes. But the reputations they embrace most proudly are that of good times and good will. Both qualities will be displayed…
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IN THE KITCHEN: A little bit of heaven for a chocoholic
By Faith Bahadurian Special Writer Over the years I have taken various friends and relatives to the annual Chocolate Show in Manhattan (www.chocolateshow.com). They’ve all enjoyed it, but I think the friend who accompanied me last November hit an all-time high on the Chocolate Rapture Index. Of course, this is a woman — who…
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Sen. Obama’s vision for America
Afton L. Hassett of West Windsor During President Kennedy’s inspirational inaugural address he invited us to, “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.” With these words a new sense of responsibility, patriotism and empowerment was born. In recent years, little has been asked…
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Inspired to support Barack Obama
Dan Preston of Princeton I’m supporting Senator Barack Obama in New Jersey’s presidential primary on Feb. 5 because I believe he’s the candidate who can inspire the most people to participate in our civic life. America’s greatness depends on our ability to work as one, and our society has suffered for far too long…
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IN VINO VERITAS: Champagne — a state of mind
By Leslie Cramer Special Writer The consistent libation of choice suitable for any event or occasion is champagne. Champagne is the life of the party at jubilant events in general, including weddings (and divorces), the birth of children, anniversaries, special occasions in general, and the launching of ships. Champagne has a decided celebratory status…
