• Holiday has some interesting history connected to it

    Americans have always given thanks — just not always in November. Giving thanks is a longstanding American tradition. However, few people realize that Thanksgiving hasn’t always been celebrated in November. Here are some interesting facts about the holiday: • During the American Revolution — long before Thanksgiving became a national holiday — the Continental Congress…

  • Donate, and give someone gift of hope this season

    Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for all the wonderful blessings God has bestowed upon us. We can be grateful for our families and friends, food on the table, and gainful employment. We may give thanks throughout the year, but Thanksgiving Day is a time when we all come together to appreciate all that…

  • A different kind of gallery opens

    by Susan Walsh McLean The Shore Women’s Abstract Gallery (SWAG) is a new space designed to exhibit the works of eight Shore-area abstract artists and to serve as a venue for members of SWAG. The gallery space is located in The Shoppes at the Arcade, 658 Cookman Ave. Working as a cooperative, SWAG’s artists will…

  • That’s a big hole to fill, so he’d better get shoveling

    Coda • GREG BEAN It sure didn’t take our governorelect long to start looking like someone had whacked him upside the head with a two-by-four, did it? There he was on the news last week after a meeting with the state treasury people, saying that things are even worse than he imagined. What everyone was…

  • Chabad Jewish Center Chanukah event Dec. 13

    Chabad Jewish Center of South Brunswick, North Brunswick, will host its annual Chanukah celebration 4 p.m. Dec. 13 at Pierre’s Ballroom, 582 Georges Road, Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick. The event will feature a magic show by master illusionist Shimi Illuzini, A menorah lighting, buffet dinner, Hanukkah treats and children’s activities. There will also…

  • S.B. Library to host open house, camera class

    South Brunswick Library Friends of the Library will sponsor a holiday open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 at 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. It will feature live music, a toy and game sale and refreshments. A digital camera class will be held 7-8:45 p.m. Dec. 7, Jan. 4 and Feb. 1.…

  • Dayton Coalition holiday lighting Dec. 6

    The Dayton Village Citizens Coalition will hold its seventh annual holiday lighting 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at the park next to La Taverna, 375 Georges Road, Dayton section of South Brunswick. Scouts will hang natural ornaments they have made beginning at 4 p.m., and singing begins at 4:30 p.m. A special guest will arrive to…

  • ‘Batteries Not Included’ workshop Dec. 3

    South Brunswick Parent Academy will host the workshop, “Batteries Not Included: Technology & Toys — Tune In and Stay Connected,” 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Crossroads North Middle School, 635 Georges Road, Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick. Just in time for holiday gift giving, the workshop will provide insight into what children know about…

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