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Library seeking volunteer gardener
The Jamesburg Public Library, 229 Gatzmer Ave., is looking for an individual to manage the flowerbed on the library property. Another volunteer mows the grass and controls the weeds. For more information or directions, call 732-521-0440.
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Fit for a president
PHOTOS BY MATT DENTON Above: White House Chef “Woody” Raber gets ready to demonstrate his skills during the “Evening With the White House Chefs” program at the East Brunswick Jewish Center on Aug. 2. Left: Guest White House Chef Guy Mitchell addresses the crowd. Below: Former White House chefs demonstrated their skills, prepared White House…
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Flash mob makes moves to help children with autism
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer During a flash mob performance aimed at raising awareness and funds for autism, the members of Hope4Spandana move in synch to Bollywood and American pop beats. EDISON — Flash mobs have been taking the world by storm for more than a decade, with shoppers or pedestrians often surprised and entertained…
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Consider eye exam at back to school time
I am writing to commend Gov. Chris Christie for recently declaring August “Children’s Vision and Learning Month” in New Jersey. The goal of this observance is to help educate parents and teachers about the critical link between good vision and effective learning. It is that time of year again when we, as responsible parents, prepare…
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NATHAN ROSMAN A serene evening just before dusk, overlooking the Navesink River at Riverside Park, Red Bank, on Aug. 12.
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Columbiettes seek vendors and crafters
The Columbiettes of Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus Council No. 4907 will sponsor its Flea Market/Craft Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 29 in the church parking lot, Manalapan Road, Spotswood. Fee is $15 per space. Vendors and crafters are sought. Home-party vendors are welcome. For more information and to reserve, call Rose at 732-251-4864.
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Tickets on sale for Special Strides raffle
The board of trustees at Special Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Monroe, is sponsoring a raffle to benefit Special Strides and the Steven Werthan Memorial Fund. Raffle winner will receive a $5,000 Amazon gift card. Special Strides is a nonprofit organization devoted to improving the lives of children with physical and developmental challenges. Donations will help…
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Chagall lecture, film on tap at JFS
The Wilf Campus for Senior Living will present a film and lecture on French-Russian artist Marc Chagall 10-11:30 a.m. Aug. 25 at Jewish Family Services (JFS) of Middlesex County, 52 Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe. Guest speaker will be Maurice Mahler, art professor, Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Admission is free of charge. Coffee and bagels will…
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Youngsters may receive Slurpee coupons
The East Brunswick Police Department has partnered with 7-Eleven stores to hand out free Slurpee coupons this summer. Through Operation Chill, township police officers “ticket” youngsters who are caught in random acts of kindness, good deeds or positive community activities with free Slurpee coupons. Appropriate “offenses” might include helping another person, wearing a bicycle helmet…
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