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Community mural art project final phase in Metuchen
The Metuchen Arts Council is currently accepting applications for Phase 4 (Final phase) of the public art project “Mud Making Madness,” the ceramic mural that will eventually cover the entire exterior of the block storage building at the Grove Avenue tennis courts. With “The Seasons” as the theme, each side of the building will reflect…
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CASA volunteers advocate for children
Individuals who are interested in volunteering as a court appointed special advocate will receive training that will teach them to advocate in court and in the community for the needs and rights of children in foster care. Volunteers come from all walks of life and professions, according to a press release from CASA for Children of…
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Manalapan library to present concerts in February
Two-time Grammy award winner Alan Broadbent and Trio featuring Harvie S will appear at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan, at 2 p.m. Feb. 19 for a jazz concert featuring music from Broadbent and other composers and arrangers of jazz. Broadbent, a composer and arranger as well as a jazz artist and…
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B’nai B’rith Ketubah Unit to meet for lunch Feb. 19
The B’nai B’rith Ketubah Unit (age 55 and up) will meet for lunch at 2 p.m. on Feb. 19 at Jade Dynasty, 925 Amboy Ave., Edison. The cost is the price of your own meal. Prospective member couples and singles are welcome to attend by calling Elaine at 908-232-0062 by Feb. 16.
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Brookdale Public Radio to hold open house Feb. 12
Brookdale Public Radio, 90.5 The Night, Monmouth County’s only public radio station, will hold its 2017 open house from 12-3 p.m. on Feb. 12 at Brookdale Community College’s ATeC Building, 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft. This free event is open to all. Attendees will be able to meet radio staff, tour the 90.5 The Night studios…
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Son killed, father critically injured during Old Bridge fire
OLD BRIDGE – A 68-year-old man was killed and his 89-year-old father was critically injured in a fire at their home in Old Bridge on Jan. 31. Joseph Berna, 68, was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after the fire erupted on the first floor of the single-family Judy Court home he shared with his…
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Englishtown Knights of Columbus mark 50 years of service
ENGLISHTOWN – The Englishtown Knights of Columbus recently marked 50 years of reaching out to the community and helping less fortunate individuals. The members of Prince of Peace Council 5903 held an anniversary dinner to mark the occasion and to pay tribute to the faithful and charitable men who came before them. Great food, great…
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After multiple burglaries on same day, police warn residents how to stay safe
EAST BRUNSWICK — The East Brunswick Police Department (EBPD) investigated four residential burglaries and three attempted residential burglaries on the same day. Between 4-11 p.m. on Jan. 28, several incidents were reported in the areas of Golden Pond Drive, Quaker Drive, Dorolee Drive and Crispen Lane. All seven houses had the electrical meters pulled…
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Art exhibit opening in Red Bank on Feb. 10
The opening reception for “Intuitive Nature: A Collection of Works” by Dawn DiCicco and Nancy Karpf, will be held from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. on Feb. 10 at Gallery 211, 2nd floor, 211 Broad St., Red Bank. Off-street parking is available. The exhibit will be on display through April 28. In their show, Monmouth County artists Dawn…
