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Dowdell Library to hold city-wide 3D design contest
The Dowdell Library of South Amboy is holding an art competition using 3D printing technology. Using the library’s 3D printer or 3D pens, community members of all ages may enter the art competition through June 15. Entries must be entered within one of the following categories: the waterfront, pets or a floral theme. Age categories will range…
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K of C sponsors free throw contest in Howell
The Father Cetkowski Council of the Knights of Columbus (Howell/Jackson) is sponsoring the annual Basketball Free Throw Contest. All boys and girls ages 9 through 14 are invited to participate. The competition will be held Jan. 21 at St. Veronica’s School Gym, which is located on Route 9 in Howell. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m.,…
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Old Bridge Library provides genealogical research tools
OLD BRIDGE – The Old Bridge Public Library will now offer patrons additional genealogical research tools with free access to Heritage Quest. The online site contains ancestral and historical sources for more than 60 countries, with coverage dating to the 1700s. It offers birth, baptism, marriage, death and Census records from more than one billion names…
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Top 10 movies of 2016 as film critic law mandates, I must make a top 10 list
By Paul Hall I’ve discussed this on radio and television appearances through the years and it is true — film critic law mandates the creation of a top 10 list every year. So with that law in mind, and because it is fun — I give you my picks for the best movies of 2016.…
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2016 wins and losses for New Jersey’s land and water
By Michele S. Byers The year 2016 ended with a mixed environmental record for New Jersey. While there were a few true gains, there were many losses and some mixed outcomes. Perhaps the best environmental news of the year was the final passage of state funding for preserving parks, natural areas, farmland and historic sites…
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‘This Magic Moment’ performance and dessert slated Jan. 10
Various Sounds of Music – “This Magic Moment” performance will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, with dessert at 1 p.m., at The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Rd., Edison. Harvey Rich, Patrice and Doreen entertain and educate with songs of the 50s and 60s. The cost is $10…
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Revisit the past with ‘1950s Music, News and Trivia’ Jan. 10
David Aaron will present “1950s Music, News and Trivia” at 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 10 at The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County (JCCMC), 1775 Oak Tree Rd., Edison. When the Big Band Era came to an end during the late 1940s, popular music by singers took over America’s musical preferences. Songs on the radio…
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Duplicate Bridge offered
Duplicate Bridge with Al Steinberger, director, will be offered every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Rd., Edison. The cost per session is $6 for JCCMC members; $8 for nonmembers. Come with a partner or by yourself. New players are always welcome. Light refreshments will be…
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Live Well @ The JCC – Zumba Gold classes scheduled
The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Rd., Edison, will offer Live Well @ The JCC – Zumba Gold with Instructor Peggy Potter from 9-10 a.m. from Jan. 3-March 29. Zumba Gold is geared towards the active older adult and the deconditioned exerciser. This aerobic program is inspired by various styles of…
