Family Fun — So Much to See at New Jersey’s Museums

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Walk through the doors of New Jersey’s world-class museums, and find yourself transported into an arts and cultural mecca of learning and discovery. Explore our acclaimed special exhibitions and enriching programs for children and adults. Newark The Newark Museum is New Jersey’s largest museum, offering outstanding collections, programs and educational resources in its multi-building campus located in … Continued

New Jersey Baseball: A Lesson in Our History

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From Alexander Cartwright to Derek Jeter, some of baseball’s most important figures have ties to the Garden State. Alexander Cartwright is the father of baseball. In 1845, he developed the basic rules of the game as we now know it. On September 23, he organized the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club of New York. The members of the … Continued

Happy Birthday, New Jersey! 350 Years and Counting

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By Susan Heckler We may complain and point out all of her faults, but New Jersey is looking pretty good for 350 years old. 1664 is the year today’s state began to be called New Jersey, although in an earlier form. King Charles II of England awarded the Isle of Jersey to his brother James, … Continued

The Malvern School Celebrates “The Week of the Young Child”

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WHEN: April 6-12, 2014 WHERE: The Malvern School Locations in PA: Collegeville, Downingtown, Frazer, Glen Mills, Horsham, King of Prussia, Lionville, Malvern, Montgomeryville, Newtown Square, Oaks, Richboro, Royersford, Upper Gwynedd, Warrington, West Norriton. Locations in NJ: Erial, Freehold, Marlboro, Medford, Voorhees, Washington Township. WHAT: The Malvern School will host a fun-packed, week-long celebration to honor … Continued

CentraState Offers Healthy Interactive Cooking Class for Kids and Parents

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CentraState Healthcare System is offering the interactive nutrition program, Kids Cooking for Kids, for children and their parents on Wednesday, March 19, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Conference Center, 901 W. Main Street, Freehold. As part of the fun-filled evening, kids will be treated to a cooking demonstration by the … Continued

The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival Brings Emerging Teen Artists from All Around Monmouth County to Brookdale's Campus in Lincroft

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“The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival is an exceptional experience for emerging teen artists of all disciplines to come together in a creative atmosphere of workshops, evaluations and community,” said Mary Eileen Fouratt, Executive Director of Monmouth Arts. “The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival is the only event of its kind in the county that brings together … Continued

CentraState Offers Healthy Interactive Cooking Class for Kids and Parents

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CentraState Healthcare System is offering the interactive nutrition program, Kids Cooking for Kids, for children and their parents on Wednesday, March 19, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Conference Center, 901 W. Main Street, Freehold. As part of the fun-filled evening, kids will be treated to a cooking demonstration by the … Continued

Millstone Welcomes Thunder

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By: Susan Heckler Did you hear about the Thunder on Super Bowl weekend? There is Thunder and then there is Thunder. Both teams competing in the Super Bowl had mascots named Thunder. The Seattle Seahawk’s is a hawk named Taima which means “thunder.” The Denver Bronco’s mascot is a beautiful purebred Arabian gelding named Thunder. … Continued

In the Burbs – What's Happening

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What’s Happening at the West Windsor Arts Center? By: Susan Heckler The West Windsor Arts Center opened its doors Sept. 25, 2010 and has been a welcome addition to the communities nearby. Housed in a renovated Fire House, the organization brings arts programs to the community. They successfully collaborate with several West Windsor-based community and … Continued