Sunday, February 24, 2013
A look back at the week in South Brunswick news.
NJ License Photos: No Smiling and No Wearing a Pasta Strainer on Your Head In a story that garnered national attention first reported by Patch, South Brunswick Police responded to the MVC facility on Route 130 in Dayton on reports that a man renewing his driver's license refused to remove the pasta strainer he was wearing on his head for his license photo. South Brunswick Dance Team Rocks UDA Nationals in Florida All four routines placed in the top ten. Von Thun Farms Honored for Fighting Hunger Monmouth Junction farm has donated more than 30,000 pounds of produce to Farmers Against Hunger. Future of South Brunswick Girls Hoops Looks Bright With Brown Amber Brown recently became the first middle school girls basketball player in South …
Friday, February 22, 2013
Two Purim celebrations highlight weekend events in and around South Brunswick this weekend.
Saturday CPR Marathon, 45 Henderson Rd, Kendall Park, 9 a.m. Practice CPR/AED protocols; enter to win a free CPR Anyime Kit. Sessions begin at 9 a.m., noon, and 3 p.m. Email ozzyh@optonline.net or call 732-297-6042 to guarantee your spot in class. Everyone age 10 and older is encouraged to attend. Central Jersey (geek) Culture Appreciation, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Ln, Monmouth Junction, 1:30 p.m. A group of friendly, open-minded, mostly 20 and 30-somethings whose interests run the gamut from Buffy to Doctor Who, comic books to Lord of the Rings, Cranium to Dungeons and Dragons and far more. The group gets together for board games, video games, movies, talking, etc. Meetings at the Library the first Sunday and fourth …
Sunday, February 17, 2013
A look back at the week in South Brunswick news.
South Brunswick Woman Receives Probation for Hit and Run at SBHS Shivangi Patel sentenced to one year probation for hit and run at South Brunswick High School that sent a 14-year-old student to the hospital. Dayton Man Pleads Guilty in $65 Million Income Tax Scam Former Dayton postal worker was charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States, theft of government property, and theft of mail by a postal employee. Smashburger Expanding in Area The Summerhill Square restaurant had its grand opening in East Brunswick on Tuesday, with another location on Route 1 in North Brunswick to open in April. Major Road Closed After Oil Truck Flips Over Driver suffered non-life threatening injuries after truck hit utility pole. Register for South …
Friday, February 15, 2013
Karaoke and library book sale highlight events in and around town this weekend.
Friday American Legion Post 401 Karaoke Dance, 148 Major Rd, Monmouth Junction, 8:30 p.m. American Legion Post 401 will host a Karaoke Dance on Friday, Feb. 15, beginning at 8:30 p.m. The Karaoke is free and open to the public. For information call 732-329-9861. Saturday Earth Center Bird Count, 42 Riva Ave, North Brunswick, noon. The Earth Center is hosting its sixth annual Bird Count on Feb. 16 from noon to 2:30 p.m., in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park in South Brunswick. Why February instead of a balmy spring day? Because they hold the event as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society. The event is open to all, and the Master Gardeners offer hot coffee, hot…
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
A list of possibilities to make your Valentine's Day one to remember.
For those who waited until the last minute to plan anything for Valentine's Day in South Brunswick, we've got you covered. Whether you want a quiet evening at a restaurant or something a little different like making your own wine, take a look at our suggestions. If you're looking for a quiet evening at home, click on the video to learn an easy recipe for a banana pecan caramel flambé you can make right in your own kitchen. Taking the less traditional route for a way to spend time with your significant other, try the Grape Escape. The Grape Escape is a winemaking school that offers a hands-on experience in winemaking while relaxing with friends and family. Courses are broken up into four one-hour sessions where customers participate in the…
Monday, February 11, 2013
Events in and around town this week.
Monday Fairy Tale Art Show (Children of All Ages), South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Ln, Monmouth Junction, noon. Dear young friends of South Brunswick, celebrate Youth Art Month and South Brunswick Reads' Fairy Tales theme by submitting an artwork between 2/11 to 3/15 for our Fairy Tale Art Show. Souvenir for every participant. For South Brunswick Library card holding families. A "South Brunswick Reads" program. Tuesday Winter Cheer Clinic, Crossroads North Middle School, 635 Georges Rd, Monmouth Junction, 6:30 p.m. An exciting way to introduce your child (Grades K-6) to cheerleading or to keep your cheerleader's skills sharpened. Clinic will be led by the league's head coaches, including the SBPAL Cheer Director. Clinic will …
Sunday, February 10, 2013
A look back at the week in South Brunswick news.
Final Cleanup of Sandy Aftermath in South Brunswick Township completing removal of trees that fell in non-troublesome areas during last year's storm. South Brunswick Students Achieve Dean's List at TCNJ Honors for local students at The College of New Jersey. Jughandle Ban Bill Passes Senate Committee Measure would prohibit any additional jughandles on roads or highways statewide. Saturday Mail Delivery to End, Postal Service Announces The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you? Police Searching for Suspects in Tuesday Evening Burglary Surveillance camera captured image of suspect vehicle in burglary at the Weatherhill Development. 'Guys and Dolls' Comes to Crossroads …
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Police report no major incidents; about 10 inches of snow falls on parts township.
10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 South Brunswick Police reported no major incidents during the overnight hours from the winter storm. About 10 inches of snow was reported in parts of the township. Police said public works personnel has been working around the clock to clear all 144 miles of South Brunswick roadways. Police are reminding motorists to remove all ice and snow from their vehicles before traveling on the roads. Fines for violating the new law range from $25 to $75, with fines increasing from $200 to $1,000 when injuries or property damage occur. Commercial motor vehicle drivers face fines ranging from $500 to $1,500 for each offense. The South Brunswick Public Library will be closed today due to the inclement weather. *** 3 p.m. Friday…
Friday, February 8, 2013
If we're spared the worst of the winter storm, here are some things to do in town this weekend.
Saturday Laboratory of Life: Middle School Science Fun, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Ln, Monmouth Junction, 2 p.m. This Laboratory of Life session focuses on exploring the five senses: taste, touch, smell, hearing, and sight. Through a variety of experiments you will be able to "sense" newfacts about the five senses that you probably didn't know before. Come and see how well you can perform in these experiments. CPR Marathon, St. Augustine of Canterbury School, 45 Henderson Rd, Kendall Park, 9 a.m. Come for a free CPR Marathon. Practice CPR/AED protocols; enter to win a free CPR Anytime Kit. Sessions begin at 9 a.m.; noon; and 3 p.m. Email ozzyh@optonline.net or call 732-297-6042 to guarantee your spot in the class. …
Monday, February 4, 2013
Preschool open house, book club, cheerleading clinic and more in South Brunswick events this week.
Monday Monday Night Book Club, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Ln, Monmouth Junction, 7:30 p.m. The Monday Night Book Club for Adults meets on the first Monday of every month in the Local History Room; follow the signs in the library to find this meeting room or ask at the Information Desk. Tuesday Open House, Sand Hills Preschool, 57 Sand Hills Rd, Kendall Park, 6:30 p.m. Preschool Open House. Register for the 2013 - 2014 school year with $50 off the first payment for new families who register at the Open House. Winter Cheer Clinic, Crossroads North Middle School, 635 Georges Rd, Monmouth Junction, 6:30 p.m. A 10-Week Winter Cheer Clinic, this is an exciting way to introduce your child (Grades K-6) to cheerleading or to keep …
