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Matawan-Aberdeen library to host September events
The following programs will be held at the Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library in September: After Hours Music: The Kootz Band Sept. 13, 7 p.m. Members of The Kootz hail from Essex, Bergen, Union, Passaic, Sussex and Monmouth counties. They continue to hone their repertoire of covers of classic rock, pop and blues tunes from the late…
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‘Karen Starrett: Current Paintings’
“Beginnings That End” A n exhibit of paintings by Karen Starrett is at the Oyster Point Hotel, Red Bank, through Sept. 1. “Dark, decisive lines intertwine with a ‘happy’ color palette, reflecting ways that struggle and joy are an integral part of the human experience,” Starrett said of her “Current Paintings” exhibit. Starrett, of Ocean…
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August 2013: Full steam ahead!
“Life is a garden: Dig it.” — unknown Gotti Kelley GREEN SCENE Having survived the giant, sweaty embrace of July’s heat, cooler fall temperatures are on the horizon, creating an ideal planting season for trees and shrubs. Once planted, these will be part of your landscape for decades, so choose wisely and take the long…
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Flapjack fundraiser for Middletown Democrats
A pancake fundraiser to support the Middletown Democrats will be held 8-10 a.m. Sept. 7 at Applebee’s, 1183 Rt. 35, Middletown. Tickets are $10 and will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and coffee, tea or juice. Tickets will be available at the door and checks can be made payable to Middletown Democrats. For more information…
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Fundraiser to benefit fight against childhood cancer
MIDDLETOWN — Area residents will team up with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the fight against childhood cancer for a walk on Sept. 21 on the grounds of Port Monmouth Elementary School. The goal is to raise at least $10,000 to support the mission of St. Jude’s Comprehensive Cancer Center. The rain-or-shine event will…
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‘Strengthening Families’ program available
MIDDLETOWN — Beginning in September, Barnabas Health Institute for Prevention will host “Strengthening Families,” a free, 14-week education program for Monmouth County parents, grandparents and guardians. The weekly sessions will be held in Middletown beginning 6-8 p.m. Sept. 11 for those with children in third and fourth grades. The “Strengthening Families” education program will teach…
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Saturday in the Park 5K takes place Aug. 31
HOLMDEL — Nearly 500 female runners and walkers are expected to participate in the 20th anniversary Saturday in the Park 5K, dubbed “Women Taking Steps to Help Women,” at Holmdel Park on Aug. 31. The event will raise funds for organizations that provide essential services to women and their children in Monmouth and Ocean counties.…
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Festival set for this weekend
HOLMDEL — The annual St. Benedict Catholic School and Church Festival will be held Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30 to Sept. 1. A long-running community tradition, the festival has been expanded to three days this year. There will be thrill rides and children’s rides, trailer games, children’s activities, live entertainment and a fireworks show by…
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Aberdeen bolsters rules governing solicitors
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer ABERDEEN — The Township Council will add provisions to rules governing solicitors, including a “no-knock” policy that would allow residents to sign up to prevent solicitors from knocking on their doors. According to Township Manager Holly Reycraft, the new policy would also regulate enterprises that canvass by making sure solicitors…
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