Tag: Valentine’s Day

  • MacFarland third graders send valentines to Clare Estate residents

    MacFarland third graders send valentines to Clare Estate residents

    PHOTO COURTESY OF DAWN MEDICI   Dawn Medici, a third-grade teacher at MacFarland Intermediate School in Bordentown, decided to spread some Valentine’s Day cheer to the elderly residents at the Clare Estate. Her students made valentine puzzles, tissue paper flowers, cards with poems, and tea light heart decorated votives. Pictured in the back: Alana Smalls,…

  • Individuals with disabilities can attend Valentine’s Day Dance

    Individuals with disabilities can attend Valentine’s Day Dance

    Teens and adults with disabilities, plus their guardians, are invited to attend the Valentine’s Day Dance for individuals with disabilities, an evening filled with music, dancing, snacks and fun, from 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison. Admission is $5 per person thanks to sponsorships by the…

  • LOOSE ENDS 2/19: Valentine’s Day: Eleni and Ryan

    LOOSE ENDS 2/19: Valentine’s Day: Eleni and Ryan

    By Pam Hersh In honor of Valentine’s Day, I declare my love for something that has sustained and inspired me during the darkest days of the pandemic: my morning cup of coffee. I value not only the caffeine and flavor of the coffee that keeps me awake through countless Zoom meetings, but also the ritual…

  • Groom throws a surprise proposal and wedding at Matawan senior home

    Groom throws a surprise proposal and wedding at Matawan senior home

    MATAWAN–Commemorating 52 years of marriage, Atrium Senior Living of Matawan Resident Don Ostler surprised his wife Audrey Ostler with a vow renewal ceremony on Valentine’s Day. “The secret to a long, happy marriage is to always be respectful to each other, understanding and helpful. Honesty is key and to never go to bed mad at…

  • Improve your kissability for Valentine’s Day

    Improve your kissability for Valentine’s Day

    With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, many people are planning for their upcoming romantic dates. At Dental Cosmetic Center, we are celebrating all month by helping our patients improve their smile and increase their kissability for Valentine’s Day. In the spirit of romance, here are three ways to make yourself more kissable and an…

  • Couple gets engaged during Valentine’s Day party at South Brunswick Senior Center

    Couple gets engaged during Valentine’s Day party at South Brunswick Senior Center

    PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHRISTINE WILDEMUTH The Valentine’s Day party at the South Brunswick Senior Center on Feb. 14 took an unexpected turn. As the live band stopped playing, Charles Gunther of Kendall Park got down on bended knee and proposed to his girlfriend of 10 years, Dorothy Pohlman, also from Kendall Park. The answer was…

  • Give the gift of financial security for Valentine’s Day

    Give the gift of financial security for Valentine’s Day

    Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. This year, consider going beyond the flowers and chocolates – and think about providing financial-related gifts to your loved ones of all generations. For your spouse or partner, you can give the gift of greater financial security. And one way to do this is to maintain adequate disability and life…

  • A Toast to Love: Couples share secrets of a lasting marriage

    A Toast to Love: Couples share secrets of a lasting marriage

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK – When asked if he and his wife Irene ever had a memorable Valentine’s Day, Leroy Solderich said, “Sure I do. Look at how many kids I have.” Three couples who have been married for more than 60 years shared their stories of love just in time for Valentine’s Day, prior to a…

  • Old Bridge Library offers Valentine-themed events

    Old Bridge Library offers Valentine-themed events

    Highlights of Valentine-themed events at the Old Bridge Library include: Valentine Collages, 10 a.m., Feb. 1 – Adults are welcome to stop in for the weekly adult craft session, which will feature valentine collages using various paper and crafting supplies. Maker Monday: Valentine Crafts, 7 p.m., Feb. 4 – This session is geared toward children ages…