Tuesday, December 4, 2012
A perfect way to get into the spirit of the holidays takes place this Friday.
In the mood for a free holiday concert? You couldn't do better than the special music fest planned for this Friday. The Singing Boys of Pennsylvania and their sister group, the Keystone Girls Choir, will take their talents to the stage at Woodbridge Middle School on December 7, at 7:30 pm. Founded in 1970 as the Pocono Boy Singers, the Singing Boys of Pennsylvania has performed at thousands of recitals over the years in 48 states and several foreign countries. The company is comprised of singers ages 10 to 14 who will perform a variety of holiday classics and other tunes for the audience's listening pleasure. The concert, hosted by the Barron Arts Center, is free. Reservations aren't required. For more information, call 732-634-0413. …
40.559421
-74.27897
Woodbridge Middle School
525 Barron Ave, Woodbridge, NJ
/articles/pennsylvania-choirs-to-perform-at-free-christmas-concert
751358
/locations/8295187
It's a great day trip, but it's even more special during the holidays.
If you've never been to East Jersey Olde Towne, you don't know what you're missing. This architectural treasure, located in Piscataway, is a collection of colonial-era buildings and reproductions, brimming with the history of Central Jersey. It's also a perfect spot for celebrating the holidays as our Founding Fathers did in the days of yore. This year, they'll be holding special seasonal activities this Sunday, December 9, from 1 pm to 4 pm. The day's holiday schedule includes: 1 to 2 p.m. -- Stories and Flavors from Jewish Winters Master Storyteller Rivka Willick returns with an all new mix of traditional and modern tales that span the globe. After the program, listeners are invited to taste some of the kosher treats mentioned in the…
40.5147
-74.47765
1050 River Rd, Piscataway, NJ
East Jersey Olde Towne
/articles/east-jersey-olde-towne-holds-holiday-fest
/locations/8295582
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Canadian Turkeys, carving the lobster and a turkey the size of a dog.
No need to worry about conversation topics around the Thanksgiving dinner table. Let your guests fill up on this Thanksgiving fun facts. Follow Woodbridge Patch on Facebook, Twitter and sign up for the daily newsletter.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Techies will love the almost unlimited options available this holiday season. With so much to choose from, Patch is here to help.
Techies will love the almost unlimited options available this holiday season. From affordable tablets to the newest cell phones, there is sure to be winner on this year’s list of the hottest in all things techie. Small tablets are becoming a major selling point as consumers look for options packed in smaller packages. Apple has dominated the larger tablet industry with its iPad, and the iPad 4 will be released Nov. 2 with a starting price of $499. But competition is heating up in the smaller tablet market, with four worthy competitors vying for market share. Gaming systems are continually being updated and reconfigured. If there’s a gamer on your list, maybe a new system is high on their list. eReaders are turning paperback enthusiasts …
Saturday, November 17, 2012
New study finds two-thirds of respondents expect to spend same amount as 2011.
The percentage of consumers who plan to sustain or increase their holiday spending in 2012 when compared to 2011 is growing, according to a recent survey by the NPD Group. The survey saw increases in respondents who plan to spend “About The Same” or “More” and a decrease in those who plan to spend “Less”: Survey Response 2012 2011 “Plan to Spend More” 10% 9% “Plan to Spend about the Same” 67% 64% “Plan to Spend Less” 23% 27% An article in the Baltimore Sun quoted NPD’s chief industry analyst Marshal Cohen as seeing “a light at the end of the tunnel with more consumers telling us they plan to 'spend about the same' and less planning to 'spend less.'" While the survey results paint a somewhat rosy picture for retailers such as Target, Sears…
Friday, November 16, 2012
Woodbridge, show the world how we do Thanksgiving up right! Let's see your recipes and holiday pix. We'll post them on Patch!
Everyone should have something they're thankful for on Turkey Day. For some people, it's the old traditional staples of canned cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, and candied yams with marshmallows. For others, it's trying something new and different. And for some people, they liked the new stuff so much it's become their new holiday tradition. What recipes are you thankful for on Thanksiving? Post and share them if you have the best dessert in town, or a side dish that is really awesome. If you're shy, email your recipes to me, deborah.bell@patch.com. I'l make sure I post them before Thanksgiving to give other readers a chance to check them out. And if you have a Thanksgiving feature of your groaning board full of T-Day treats, or of …
As you look over the list of gifts you need this holiday season, an unsettling feeling starts. How will I pay for all these gifts? How about homemade gifts?
Gift-giving is meant to be a time for sharing how much you appreciate others, but rising prices and tight budgets take the feel-good vibes right out of gift-giving traditions. This year, take the money stress out of the holidays by turning to homemade gifts. Homemade gifts are a great way to show you appreciate someone while also adding a personal touch. Gifts don’t need to be expensive to be special. Get the family involved in the fun and you will be creating memories while making unique gifts for those who mean the most in your life. Patch explores the homemade holidays in hopes that you will find something to inspire you to enjoy the season more. Healthy options: Pack energy in a jar with healthy snacks like energy bars, dark chocolate…
