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A look at what's going on around town this week.
Over the next week, you'll have a chance to hear some great music from local high school students who have been putting in work to bring you an enjoyable concert. You'll also be able to see a well known play in Hillsborough over the next seven days. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-The Board of Education will be holding its meeting at the Auten Road Intermediate School at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-It's recycling day in Hillsborough. Residents are reminded to place materials at curbside either the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your collection day. Wednesday-Community…
There are a lot of different events taking place at the library this week. They span from a St. Patrick's Day theme to some scientific fun. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-A program discussing the magical and medicinal legend and lore of herbs and spices will be led by Kathryn Weidener in the Hillsborough Public Library's Program Room A at 7 p.m. Tuesday-"Seasons," a sibling harp and hammered dulcimer trio, will perform Irish music in the West Wing of the Hillsborough Public Library at 7 p.m., providing a perfect primer for St. Patrick's Day. Wednesday-The Neshanic …
A school production of a Broadway hit is just one of the things you can spend your time on over the next seven days. It's also recycling day this week. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-A women's self defense class will be taught at 7 p.m. in Program Room A of the Hillsborough Public Library. Different aspects of victimology, as well as defensive moves, takedowns, kicking and punching will be discussed. Tuesday-It's recycling day in Hillsborough. Remember to place materials at curbside either the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your collection day.  Wednesday-…
Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-The Hillsborough High School varsity ice hockey team plays Bayonne in the first round of the Public A state tournament at Protec Ponds Ice Skating Center at 4:15 p.m. Tuesday-An art and photo exhibit of the four seasons at Leonard J. Buck Garden in Far Hills will be showcased from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday-Let your young children say happy birthday to Dr. Suess. Children ages 4-6 can enjoy stories and cake at Lord Stirling Park Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Advanced registration and payment is …
If you haven't seen the Hillsborough varsity ice hockey team compete yet this year, this week gives you a high-quality opportunity to do that. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-The Hillsborough High School ice hockey team plays in the Skyland Cup at 4 p.m. at Bridgewater Sports Arena. Tuesday-It's recycling day in the township. Remember to place materials at curbside either the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your collection day.  Contact the Recycling Center at 732-469-3363 for further information. Wednesday- A guided walk through the winter woods will be held…
It's school budget season, and the best way to be informed is to see the information discussed first-hand. The Board of Education's meeting is one of two school orientated events that lead off the next seven days. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-The Hillsborough Board of Education will be holding its meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Auten Road Intermediate School. Tuesday-The Auten Road Intermediate School Home and School Association will be holding a meeting at 7 p.m. at the school. Wednesday-Lord Stirling Park Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge will be …
If you have youngsters who want to participate in Jr. Raiders football and cheerleading, it's time to sign them up. You can also donate to those in need while doing so on one of those days. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday-It's snowed enough the last few weeks, so you might as well put it to good use. Cross country skiing is available on the trails of Lord Stirling Park Environmental Education Center daily, so head over on this day between 8 a.m.–5 pm Tuesday-It's recycling day in Hillsborough. Make sure to place materials at curbside either the night before or no …
A pancake breakfast to benefit the Hillsborough High School baseball team is just one of the things you can do over the next seven days. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday–This is your final day to bring your live Christmas trees for recycling to North Branch Park in Bridgewater. The Somerset County Park Commission has been accepting all natural trees for recycling during the month of January, and this is the last opportunity to do so. Make sure the trees are undecorated and bring them to the northern end of the parking lot near the lighted ball field. Tuesday–The …
A policy on legal services will be up for first read at the Board of Education's meeting to start out the week, while you can end your work week by watching one of the most talked about movies from last year. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday–The Hillsborough Township Board of Education will hold its meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the cafetorium of the Auten Road Intermediate School. A policy on legal services will be up for first read. If ultimately approved, one of the changes will be the assistant business administrator will review legal bills rather than the finance …
While school's out on Monday to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Hillsborough High ice hockey team will face off against Hunterdon Central. Later in the week, a public meeting will be held for the proposed changes to the Somerset County sewer service. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday—The Hillsborough High ice hockey team faces Hunterdon Central at Pro Tech Rink in Somerset at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday—Hillsborough High School hosts the Orchestra and Strings concert from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday—Friends of the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter will meet at the Bridgewater…
Hillsborough High School will be the site of the Somerset County Wrestling Championship on Saturday, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The semifinals will be held at 1:30 p.m., followed by the consolation finals at 5:30 p.m. and the championship rounds at 7 p.m. Here's a look at what else is happening this week: Monday—The Hillsborough Board of Education will meet at Auten Road Intermediate School at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday—The Hillsborough High girls basketball team hosts North Hunterdon at 7 p.m. Wednesday—The Hillsborough High ice hockey team faces Hunterdon Central at Pro Tech Rink in Somerset at 4:15 p.m…
Looking for something to do this week? Start the new year with these activities: Editor's Note: This story has been corrected to reflect the time of the Planning Board reorganization meeting and the regular Planning Board meeting that will follow it. Monday—Predictions for 2011 will be discussed at the Hillsborough Senior Center at 11 a.m. Tuesday—The Hillsborough Township Committee annual reorganization meeting will be held at the municipal complex at 7 p.m. Wednesday—The Hillsborough High Winter Arts Festival, which began Tuesday, continues with a showcase of artwork created by …
With students home from school and New Year's on the horizon, here's a look at things to do this week: Monday—With most events cancelled due to the blizzard, grab a sled and head to the nearest park. Where's the best place in town to slide down a hill? Let us know, maybe we'll see you there. Tuesday—The Hillsborough Township Committee holds its final meeting of 2010 at the municipal complex at 7:30 p.m.  Wednesday—The Hillsborough High Holiday Tournament for boys and girls basketball begins with the freshman championship game at 9 a.m. The tournament continues throughout the day, …
Looking for something to do this week? Here's a list of activities for each day: Monday—The Hillsborough Senior Center will host Christmas Around the World at 11 a.m. Tuesday—The Grand Staff Ensemble, comprised of Hillsborough School District teachers and faculty members, will present its annual holiday concert at Auten Road Intermediate School at 7 p.m. Wednesday—Members of the Neshanic Garden Club  visit the Hillsborough Library and create centerpieces with children in grades two through five from 4 to 5 p.m. Registration is online or by calling the children's desk at 908-369-…

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