• Embrace each other’s traditions, holidays

    This letter is in reference to two previous letters to the editor commenting on the article titled “Interfaith Families Embrace Holidays” that appeared in the Dec. 18 issue of the Sentinel. While some religious Jews and Christians frown upon mixing traditions, everyone should know that both Hanukkah and Christmas originated from the pagan solstice celebration.…

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    STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR A man passes shops in downtown Red Bank on Jan. 7 during winter’s coldest week yet.

  • Young at heart

    Emily Cugini waits for a school bus to transport her family to see “Penguins of Madagascar” during Grandparents Day Out at the Monroe Community Center on Dec. 29. PHOTOS BY JOVELLE TAMAYO Above left: Joan Spennato watches proudly as her grandson, Ryan Cier, smiles for a photo after winning the centerpiece prize, a penguin pillow.…

  • Tickets available for Super Bowl Breakfast

    American Legion Post No. 214 will hold its annual Super Bowl Breakfast 8 a.m. to noon on Feb. 1 at the post home, 264 Whitehead Ave., South River. The menu will include eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, home fries, coffee, tea, juice and cake. The cost is $8 per person for adults and $4 for children…

  • Jamesburg library offers amnesty in January

    Fines on overdue books at the Jamesburg Public Library, 229 Gatzmer Ave., will be erased during the month of January with the donation of one can of unexpired food per $1 fine. Collected items will be given to the Deacon’s Food Pantry in Jamesburg.

  • Lions will sponsor Pancake Breakfast

    The Milltown Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast 8-10 a.m. Jan. 24 at Applebee’s, Ryders Lane, Milltown. Proceeds will benefit the visually impaired. The menu will feature pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Donation is $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under.

  • Curtain set to rise on ‘Bye Bye Birdie’

    Joyce Kilmer School, West Church Street, Milltown, will present its production of “Bye Bye Birdie” at 7 p.m. Jan. 22, 23 and 24. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $4 per person and will be available on a first-come basis. For more information, call the school at 732-214-2370.

  • ‘Art of Don Bloom’ on display at temple

    The East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, is showcasing an exhibition titled “Form and Color: Art of Don Bloom” through March 22 in the synagogue’s new art gallery. A free opening reception is planned for 2-4 p.m. Jan. 25.

  • DeSarno neighbor honored for heroism

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer SAYREVILLE — Main Street resident Edward Gordon was honored at a Borough Council meeting for assisting in the rescue of members of the DeSarno family during an early morning fire that claimed their home in December. Reported at 3:19 a.m. Dec. 29, the fire left six members of the…

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