Tag: Long Branch
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Blood pressure screening available at library
The Long Branch Public Library will host a Free Blood Pressure Screening from 3-4 p.m. April 4 at 328 Broadway. The service is provided by the City of Long Branch Health Department and the VNA of Central New Jersey. A nurse will check your blood pressure and can answer general health questions in a quiet,…
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‘Butterfly Ball’ raises funds to help children fighting cancer
The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s fifth annual Butterfly Ball at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch was deemed a success as it raised awareness of the Foundation’s mission and funds for its many programs. According to a press release, hundreds of attendees enjoyed an evening of fine food, drink and Gatsby-themed entertainment on…
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Celebrate Library’s Centennial with a community service collection
To celebrate Long Branch’s Main Library’s 100th year serving the community of Long Branch, “100 things” will be collected each month to donate to community organizations. For the month of March dry snacks (chips, nuts, granola bars, jerky, etc.) will be collected for military personnel stationed abroad. All items will be donated to Eagles Up!…
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Easter event at Long Branch Elks Lodge
The Long Branch Elks Lodge #742 will hold a lunch with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt from 12 p.m.-3 p.m. on March 19 at 150 Garfield Ave., Long Branch. The cost is $8 for adults; free to all children 10 years old and under. The meal includes chicken nuggets, fries and drink.
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Program set for March 19 at library in Long Branch
A special program entitled “Introducing Services for Blind and Visually-Impaired Persons” will be held in the Community Room at the Long Branch Free Public Library, 328 Broadway, Long Branch, from 2-4 p.m. on March 19. All are welcome to attend. This program is free and open to the public. Liz Burns, Head of Readers Services at Trenton’s…
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How to borrow eBooks and audiobooks on mobile devices
Bring your device to the Technology Center at the Main Library, 328 Broadway, Long Branch, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on March 29 to learn how to download free eBooks and audiobooks on your tablets, smartphones and computers. Devices should be charged and ready to use, but please bring all cords and chargers. To download the free required…
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Purim Parade at library in Long Branch March 23
The Elberon Branch Library in Long Branch will celebrate Purim with a colorful parade on March 23. Children are invited to wear a costume, and parade around the library, playing instruments and making joyful noise as Purim music is played. Purim stories and crafts will round out the celebration of this fun-filled holiday. For more…
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Church slates Holy Week services
LONG BRANCH — St. James’ Episcopal Church at 300 Broadway will hold the following services during Holy Week. Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7 p.m. March 24; Good Friday Liturgy at 12 p.m. March 25; Holy Saturday Blessing of New Fire and Paschal Candle, Renewal of Faith and Promises and First Mass…
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Church Street School application continued
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH- Testimony continued last week on the conversion of the former Church Street School to 16-apartment style residential units. Traffic engineer John Rae, representing Jemal’s Church Street School, LLC, said during the Feb. 22 Long Branch Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing that the proposed use will produce significantly less…
