Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Dental practice to offer free care Feb. 5
Brunswick Smiles Family Denistry will offer free dental services to uninsured and underinsured children 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 5 as part of the American Dental Association’s “Give Kids A Smile Day.” Dr. Sonali Amin of North Brunswick and Dr. Ricken Patel, of both North Brunswick and South Brunswick, opened the practice in September at…
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February lectures include diabetes, medical tests
Dr. Aubrie J. Nagy, board certified in internal medicine and a member of Princeton HealthCare System, will present “Knowing The Correct Timing For Medical Tests” at 10:45 a.m. on Feb. 1 at the South Brunswick Senior Center Wellness Center, Route 522, Monmouth Junction. A free blood pressure check is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon…
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Valentine’s party for seniors is Feb. 11
A Valentine Party For Older Adults will be celebrated at 12:15 p.m. on Feb. 11 at the South Brunswick Senior Center, 540 Route 522, Monmouth Junction. Bill Calisanti will perform songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s. The cost is $2 per person.. Tickets may be purchased in the senior center office until Jan. 28.…
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Seniors invited to have lunch with school cast on Feb. 3
The South Brunswick Board of Education has invited the senior community to attend the 11th annual “Day With the Characters” on Feb. 3. “Hairspray” will begin at 10 a.m. at Crossroads North Middle School; transportation will be provided. Registration is due Jan. 25. Following the show, the main characters will join the seniors for a…
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Birders can contribute to backyard count on Feb. 13
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Middlesex County will hold their annual “Great Backyard Bird Count” from noon to 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 13 at Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, located at 42 Riva Ave., South Brunswick. The rain date is Feb. 14. Master Gardeners will offer free, guided tours led by advanced birders with “count sheets.”…
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AARP to offer free tax return preparation through April 7
The South Brunswick Library will offer free tax preparation for seniors and low-income individuals, beginning at 10 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 9-April 7, at the library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Through the AARP Tax-Aide Program, trained volunteers will prepare simple federal and state tax returns, e-filing only. Bring a copy of last year’s…
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Stewards will study the environment beginning Jan. 27
The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County will offer an Environmental Stewards Program at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 27-June 8 at the EARTH Center, in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave, South Brunswick. The program will introduce non-scientists to the science underlying key environmental issues in the Garden State. Leading authorities from academia…
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Music contest features anti-drug sentiment
New Jersey high school students who love music and who understand the dangers of substance abuse are invited to take part in the 2016 New Jersey Shout Down Drugs! music competition. Create a positive message about staying away from drugs and alcohol. The statewide concert on May 25 will feature county finalists at the Rutgers…
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CASA seeks new volunteer advocates for children
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Middlesex County has current openings for volunteers to advocate for children in Middlesex County who have experienced abuse or neglect. CASA volunteers, who are appointed by a judge, provide an independent voice for a child and speak for the child’s best interests. They research the child welfare case, meet…
