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Library to host fall accessory swap
Those interested in clearing out their unwanted baubles, handbags, scarves and belts can bring them to an accessory swap at 10 a.m. Oct. 7 at the Atlantic Highlands Library, 100 First Ave. Marilyn Scherfen, a wardrobe consultant, will be on hand to help attendees with accessory picks. Items not chosen at the swap will be…
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Temple now offering ‘Mommy & Me’ class
The Early Learning Center of Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen, has announced open registration for its “Mommy & Me” class to be held from 9:35-11 a.m. on Oct. 15. The class will allow children to feel more comfortable in a preschool environment so that separation from a parent is less dramatic. Children will play,…
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Concert voices support of anti-bullying efforts
A celebrity charity concert will be held at 1 and 4 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church St., Middletown. All proceeds will benefit the anti-bullying campaign, “Bullying … We’re Kickin’ It!” The concert will feature former contestants of NBC’s television show, “The Voice,” celebrity chefs and other personalities, including actor Jose…
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Educational hayrides offered at park
Get into the spirit of the season with family friendly “Creatures of the Night” hayrides on Friday and Saturday evenings, from Oct. 11-26, at Huber Woods Park, 25 Brown’s Dock Road, Middletown. Hayrides leave at staggered times between 5-8 p.m. This light-hearted and educational twist on a Halloween hayride takes visitors through the park, and…
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Holmdel Library to host fall events
The following events will be held at the Holmdel Public Library: Atka, the Amazing Eskie, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 7. Meet Atka, the Eskie dog featured on Animal Planet’s “Dogs 101.” He will astound the audience with his circus tricks. For ages 3 and up. The event will be at the Holmdel Senior Community Center. School-Age…
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Library unveils new community space
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Matawan Mayor Paul Buccellato (l) and Aberdeen Mayor Fred Tagliarini (r) tour the new meeting space at the Matawan Aberdeen library with Library Director Kimberly Paone during an open house on Sept. 24. COURTESY OF LIBRARY MATAWAN — Members of the community have a new meeting space for events and…
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Bridge replacement underway in Red Bank
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer Work has begun on the Hubbard Bridge replacement project in Red Bank. A new span will be built slightly to the north of the current bridge that connects the borough to Middletown. Hubbard Bridge will remain open to traffic until January 2015. KEITH HEUMILLER/STAFF RED BANK — After nine years…
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Praise for Bean’s analysis of marijuana policy
This letter is in response to Greg Bean’s column, “Gov. Christie is No Supporter of Medical Marijuana in New Jersey” (The Hub, Sept. 5). Thank you very kindly for writing a sensible, reasonable and fair account of Gov. Chris Christie’s obstructionist marijuana policy. Your word choice “recalcitrant” is perfect. The governor has a personal bias…
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Golfer in crossfire of park’s usage policies
I write this as a follow-up to the article “Golfer Tees Off on New Policy at Cheesequake” (Independent, July 25) concerning Cheesequake State Park’s policy changes that prohibit anyone from hitting golf balls in an open field. A practical use, enjoyed mostly by seniors for over 25 years, was deemed too dangerous. Despite all efforts…
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