July 13, 2018

1. ALERT: Milling and Paving of Probasco Road between Route 33 and Twin Rivers Drive North Continues, and is expected to be completed by July 23, weather dependent. The project, performed by low bidder Richard T. Barrett Paving Company of Trenton, New Jersey, is funded in part by a $260,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation grant awarded to East Windsor Township. Residents in work areas should take note of any posted parking restrictions. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.
2. ALERT: Improvements to Maple Stream Road between Brooktree Road and Oak Creek Road and Heathwood Drive between Maple Stream Road and Dutch Neck Road Are Ongoing with Concrete Repairs to Curbs, Aprons and Handicapped Ramps. Thereafter, the roadway will be milled and paved, and the entire project will be completed by the end of August. The project is being performed by low bidder, S. Brothers, Inc. of South River, New Jersey. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.
3. East Windsor Holds "Family Night in the Park" on Saturday, July 21 at 7 P.M. at Etra Lake Park Featuring a Large Screen Showing of the Movie "Coco." Coco features young Miguel, who despite his family's generations-old ban on music, dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead. After meeting a charming trickster named Hector, they embark on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Prior to the start of the movie, there will be inflatable rides, games, and vendors. In the event of rain, date is July 22.
4. Smashburger Has Reopened under New Ownership and Management in Windsor Center at the Intersection of Route 130 South and Route 571. Smashburger is known for its "smashed seared and seasoned" to order "craft your own" burgers, along with a varied menu which includes grilled chicken sandwiches, salads, an array of signature sides including sweet potato fries, fried pickles and crispy brussel sprouts, and hand spun Haagen-Dazs shakes. The restaurant also offers localized burgers in each market based upon regional flavors. The new owners also operate nine other locations including five in Pennsylvania and four New Jersey locations in Glassboro, Maple Shade, Marlton and now East Windsor. Smashburger joins other businesses including Aldi, Retro Fitness, Ross Dress for Less and Staples in the revitalized modernized Windsor Center, at the corner of Route 130 and 571. Current store hours are 11 A.M. to 10 P.M., daily. For more information, visit their website at www.smashburger.com.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov, joined by Smashburger owners and managers, cuts the ribbon for the grand reopening of Smashburger under new ownership in Windsor Center at the intersection of Route 130 and Route 571. Pictured (from right to left) are: Matthew Santucci, general manager; Daniel Hill, owner; Mayor Janice S. Mironov; Gene Giordano, owner, and Allie Hughes, Smashburger regional manger.
   
5. Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program, Sponsored by East Windsor Township and Funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, Continues on Saturday, July 21. The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. The program continues on Saturday, July 21 from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. at Disbrow Hill Park (during "Family Night in Park" event). Other sessions will take place as follows: Tuesday, August 7 from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. at East Windsor P.A.L. complex, 30 Airport Road (during National Night Out) and Thursday, September 13, from 3 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the East Windsor Police/Court Building, 80 One Mile Road.
6. Volunteers Invited to Join Womanspace Domestic Violence Victim Response Team. East Windsor Township Police, in collaboration with Womanspace, is recruiting volunteers who work in conjunction with the police to provide support, information and referral at the time of a domestic violence situation. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, possess a valid driver's license and access to transportation, and submit to a background investigation, including fingerprinting. Bilingual individuals are encouraged to participate. An 80-hour mandatory training course is provided and scheduled to begin Wednesday, August 1. Applications are available at the East Windsor Police/ Court Building (80 One Mile Road) or visit www.womanspace.org . For more information, contact Detective Joseph Gorski at (609) 448-5678, ext. 231.
7. East Windsor Holds "Satisfaction" Rolling Stones Tribute Concert on Sunday, July 29 at 6 P.M. at Etra Lake Park. "Satisfaction/The International Rolling Stones Show" is a tribute in their 16th year with over 3,000 performances, whose performers showcase the most authentic cast and costuming of its kind. All time song favorites highlighting the show will include: "Start Me Up", "Just My Imagination", "Brown Sugar", "Honky Tonk Woman", "I Can't Get No (Satisfaction)", "Gimme Shelter", "Wild Horses", "Ruby Tuesday", and many more rocking hits. All of the free summer concert and family night series is made possible by the generous donations of many area businesses. If inclement weather, the program will be moved indoors to the East Windsor Regional School District Hightstown High School auditorium. In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 pm the day of the event.
8. "National Night Out" Set for Tuesday, August 7, from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. at the East Windsor PAL Complex, 30 Airport Road. This annual fun educational Township event, sponsored by Mayor Janice Mironov and Council Members in conjunction with Chief of Police James Geary, features crime watch information, emergency services equipment, music, booths and displays by area groups and businesses with information and giveaways supporting the National Night Out theme. Area community groups and businesses who wish to offer support, participate or host a booth can contact Det. Joseph Gorski at (609) 448-5678, ext. 231, or gorski@ewpd.com.
9. CALENDAR: East Windsor Holds "Real Diamond" Tribute to Neil Diamond Concert on Sunday, August 12 at 6 P.M. at Etra Lake Park. This 11-piece professional band is dedicated to the faithful re-creation of the live Neil Diamond experience. Note-for-note renditions of many of his greatest hits will include: "Cherry Cherry", "Holly, Holly", Kentucky Woman", "Cracklin Rosie", "Sweet Caroline", "America", "Love on the Rocks", and many more. All of the free summer concert and family night series is made possible by the generous donations of many area businesses. If inclement weather, the program will be moved indoors to the Melvin H. Kreps Middle School auditorium. In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 pm the day of the event.
10. East Windsor Township held a highly successful Recycling Day on Wednesday, July 11. The Next Recycling/Paper Shredding Event Is Scheduled for Saturday, September 22 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. at the East Windsor Senior Center (40 Lanning Blvd).