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Painting ‘From the Soul’
“Meadow Court in October” by Lisa Hannick Beacon Fine Arts Gallery in Red Bank is hosting an exhibit of paintings by local artists Lisa Hannick and Sharon Hathaway. “From the Soul” will open with Meet the Artists receptions from 7-9:30 p.m. April 25 and 5-9 p.m. April 26. Hathaway’s passion for the American landscape has…
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Rutgers Day, Ag Field Day, Folk Festival offer fun for all
Rutgers Day will welcome new additions this year, including a parade along College Avenue, displays about Rutgers’ participation in the Big Ten conference and health sciences programming on Busch Campus. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 26, with programming taking place on the Busch, College Avenue and Cook/Douglass campuses in…
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Watchdog groups fear seismic testing ‘assault’
By KEITH HEUMILLER Cindy Zipf, executive director of Clean Ocean Action, and Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. (D-6) speak about the potential dangers of offshore seismic testing during a press conference at the Belford Seafood Cooperative in Middletown on April 16. MIDDLETOWN — Dozens of area advocacy groups and officials are seeking to delay a seismic…
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Keeping kids active once the school year ends
I n many ways, today’s kids have busier schedules than any previous generation of youngsters. Many extracurricular activities, including sports, require a nearly year-round commitment, and the dual-income household has landed many kids in after-school programs where kids tend to their schoolwork or engage in various activities that keep them from resting on their laurels.…
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Help your child transition from a crib to a bed
Much of a young child’s life revolves around adapting to new situations. Even when a routine is established, things can change and new skills must be learned. From moving from bottle to cup, to giving up a pacifier, to no longer using diapers or training pants, young children must tackle a lot of transitions. One…
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There is plenty for children to do, see and learn in the area
Check out these local businesses that cater to children and parents: Make it a summer for your child to explore, build new skills, stay active, and have fun at one of The Community YMCA’s summer day camps. From traditional outdoor day camps to specialty arts, sports and enrichment camps, the Y has something for every…
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Shrewsbury to host Earth Day cleanup
Shrewsbury Borough will hold an Earth Day Cleanup from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 26. Participants will meet 10 a.m. at the Borough Hall parking lot at 419 Sycamore Ave. Wear comfortable clothing and closedtoe shoes, and bring sturdy work gloves. Garbage bags will be supplied. Parents must accompany small children. Individuals and…
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Monmouth Boat Club hosts open house
The Monmouth Boat Club, 31 Union St., Red Bank, will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 24 to provide free sailboat rides, tours of the historic clubhouse and an introduction to the Adult Sailing Program. Adult Sailing classes are open to prospective sailors from age 18 and up. More information…
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Ceremony will honor Capt. Joshua Huddy
The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will hold a wreath-laying ceremony at noon on May 3, at the monument to Capt. Joshua Huddy at Huddy Park off Route 36 in Highlands. Following the ceremony a luncheon will be held at a local diner. According to a…
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