Snyder’s Farm Pumpkin Patch Yields Engagement For Ocean Couple
Rebecca Russell thought she was going to Snyder’s Farm Oct. 23 to pick pumpkins. Turned out that she left with a rock. As in diamond ring. As in, engagement ring. Unbeknownst to Russell, her long-time boyfriend, Bobby Quinn, conspired with some friends, her sister and a cousin and Beth Savaryn, co-owner of the farm, to […]
Hot Dog Sunday Fundraiser Benefits Food Bank, PBA Local 154
An estimated 400 hot dogs were sold Oct. 23 during the annual “Hot Dog Sunday” benefit for the Franklin Food Bank and township PBA Local 154. The event, held at the Corner Cafe, corner of DeMott Lane and Amwell Road, was the beneficiary of pleasant weather and a steady stream of customers, said Frank Hasner, […]
‘Hot Dog Sunday’ Benefit For Food Bank, PBA Set For Oct. 23
“Hot Dog Sunday” benefitting the Franklin Township Food Bank and PBA Local 154 is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Corner Cafe and Grill, DeMott Lane and Amwell Road. On the menu are hot dogs and beverages for $1, and the PBA Burger for $2. New this year are veggie […]
Spring Hills Assisted Living Hosts ‘PawFest’ For Pets And Their Owners
The community is invited to Spring Hills Somerset Assisted Living, 473 DeMott Lane, for “PawFest” from 1-3 p.m. on Oct. 22. The family friendly event is highlighted by a costumed pet parade through the building, trick or treating for the pets and kids, and pictures and refreshments for all. Owners are welcome to dress up […]
6th Annual CanalFest Draws Crowd, Support For Food Bank
An estimated 3,000 people strolled down Market Street in East Millstone Oct. 15 for the 6th annual Delaware & Raritan Canal Festival. The event, featuring arts and crafts and food vendors non-profit organizations and a variety of musical acts, is a fundraiser for the Franklin Township Food Bank. Patti Sofran, head of the event’s organizing committee, estimated […]
Columbus Day Celebrated With Ice Cream Social At Regency
Residents at the Regency Jewish Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation center on DeMott Lane held an ice cream social to celebrate Columbus Day. The event was held in the facility’s Columbus Room, which features a rare Columbus sculpture panel. The panel, created by sculptor Frank Meiler, is one of 10 that were created. The panel, created […]
Township Officials: Leave The Clown Costumes On The Shelves For Halloween
The recent spate of “creepy clown” sightings has spurred township officials to ask parents to not buy their children clown costumes for Halloween. People dressed up as creepy clowns have been appearing in spots across the country. The sightings have been videoed and posted on social media sites. On Oct. 10, the Franklin Township Police Department […]
6th Annual CanalFest Set For Oct. 15
The 6th annual CanalFest, a fundraiser for the Franklin Township Food Bank, is set for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 15 at East Millstone Park, Amwell Road and Main Street in East Millstone. The event features live musical performances by the Gas House Gorillas, Swing Sabroso, The Band Called Fuse, and more acts on […]
Quail Brook Senior Center Schedule
625 New Brunswick Rd., Somerset (732) 563-4213 Open Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. All programs begin at 11:00 a.m. unless otherwise listed. Body & Brain Yoga with Lucy Pagnetti – Monday, 10:30 a.m. Body and Brain Yoga is a dynamic mind-body practice that combines stretching, flowing movement, deep breathing exercises and meditation […]
Spring Hills Somerset Observes National Assisted Living Week
National Assisted Living Week was commemorated Sept. 12 at the Spring Hills Somerset Assisted Living Center with a bell choir performance and games. Township Councilwoman Rox Sherman (D-Ward 2) presented a proclamation and the Ding Dongs Bell Chior of Spring Hills Somerset played patriotic music. After the ceremony, youth volunteers from St. Matthias Church played […]