Trenton Downtown Association

Who is a patriot and who is a traitor? These questions were at issue yesterday at a performance of "Judged by History," part of the Patriots Week celebration.

To Victoria Grubb, who immigrated to the United States from Liberia 15 years ago, becoming an American citizen always meant she could have a say. Yesterday, Grubb's voice gained new strength when she was sworn in as a new American.

Tea will be served tomorrow at Gallery 125 in Trenton, along with pastry and patriotism. This is Patriots' Week and in addition to the seminars and re-enactments that are drawing history buffs into the city, the politically-charged subject of tea will get its due thanks to food historian Stacy F. Roth.

The rebel spirit of the American Revolution resonated yesterday with a stirring address by former New York City Mayor David Dinkins, who honored those who dared to speak out and act against injustice and challenged those in the present to build on this noble principle.

In Trenton this week, visitors can get a look inside parts of the State House few people ever see, listen to readings that fueled the Revolutionary War and learn how the Masons played a part in America's formation.

It has been said that black history is American history. So why wait until February to explore the contributions black Americans have made to the story of America?

Hit: The beginning of Patriot's Week activities in Trenton. A family-oriented series of re-enact ments, lectures and tours celebrating the historic events of late 1776, events that shaped American history. For more information, call 1-877-PAT-WEEK or visit www.patriotsweek.com.

Santa isn't the only notable figure to pay a visit to the area every Christmas. Gen. George Washington and his troops also are seasonal regulars.

Mikael Miller put on a little too much weight in her teens and decided to work it off through exercise. The results got her hooked. Now she wants to help others take charge of their waistlines and muscle tone.

With 5 days of festivities, Patriot's Week promises to attract thousands to Trenton