May 2008
Public Invited to Schoolhouse Belfry Dedication, May 10 at 4 pm
For updates about parking, etc., check “Branchburg Blog” in the left-hand column, and cable TV channel 14—The reconstructed belfry on the historic 1873 South Branch School (Little Red Schoolhouse)…
Girl Scout Project Brings Movie Makers to Branchburg
The efforts of a local girl scout working on her Gold Award almost six years ago helped give Branchburg a taste of big-time showbiz last month. The unlikely string of events came to light after a fully equipped movie crew…
SHS Wins “World’s Fastest Robot” Honors
When engineer/entrepreneur Dean Kamen, inventor of the Segway personal transporter and founder of the biggest robotics competition in the world says you’ve built the “world’s fastest robot,” it must be true.…
Crowded Slate for June 3 Primary Election
The primary election in Branchburg on June 3 will be an interesting one. It’s been a long time since so many candidates, parties and organizations were on the ballot at the municipal level.…
Upcoming Events
Charity Auction—May 2—At Bridgewater United Methodist Church on Country Club Rd. Doors open at 6 pm for browsing, live and silent auction event begins at 7 pm. Supports youth service trips to work…
Bowers, Petrelli, Ambrus Win BoE Election, Budget Defeated
In the Branchburg Board of Education and Budget election on Apr. 15, the school budget was defeated and long-time member Patricia Bowers kept her seat as the top vote getter. Also elected was former member Zoltan Ambrus…
Pond Work Going Out For Bid
The ducks and fish of Branchburg are delighted that the Township Committee has voted to request bids to dredge and improve the pond at White Oak Park. Built in the 1960s with a depth of six to eight feet, the pond has…
Township Unveils New Communications Tool For Residents
The township has set up a new tool designed to increase communication between the residents and local government. The GovDelivery computer program “will allow residents to sign up for email alerts to township…
Wayne Daniels At Work
Wayne Daniels, senior historic interpreter at the Old Barracks Museum in Trenton, and “Branchburg, Naturally” columnist was recently caught by camera hosting another group of about 150 students from…
“Balloons in June” Are On The Way
The Somerville High School PTO is getting ready for the fourth annual “Balloons in June” fundraiser, so get ready to order. Hundreds of bright and shiny orange “Ville” balloons will once again be displayed all over…
Pedometers Reveal Teachers’ Footsteps at Old York
School Notes
Rotary to Raffle Necklace on May 7
Open House at Silver Saddle Swim Club is May 17 & 18
Rec Reminder: Theater Production, Downhill Race
Learning Express Fun Includes Frog Naming
Sixth Graders Collect Pennies for Peace
Sign Up Now for Ville QB Club Golf Outing
Opportunities for First-Time Home Buyers
Students Practice the Art of Persuasion
Branchburg Briefs
Local Connection to “Homerun for the Homeless”
Sharing Safety
Register Now: In-Town Soccer Looking To Fall Season
County Surplus Sale is this Month
Annual Woman’s Club Banquet is May 15
Famed Business Experts to Present Seminar at Midland
Cub Scout Registration Night is May 16
Hart Wins All-Around State Championship
“In Balance” Celebrates First Year With Free Festival
“Helping Hands” Club Helps St. Hubert’s
Rescue Squad Offers Deal on Patriots Tickets
“Best of Branchburg” Honors Those Who Make A Difference
Tennis Association Announces Youth Clinics
Polo Classic is June 14
URWA Seeks Volunteers for History Project
Ignite! Church: A Non-Traditional Church for Young Adults
Branchburg Newsmakers
Health Dept. Reminds Us That Vaccines Aren’t Just for Kids
Branchburg Misses Beloved Youth Pastor and Advocate
Sixth Member Joins Leap Year Honor Roll
SHS Scoop: Not Much April Foolishness At The Ville
Drama Club Brings Imagination to Stony Brook
Branchburg Library Needs Your Donations
The Lilt of Irish Laughter
Branchburg Naturally: Just a Little Off the Top and Sides, Please
Many Kids’ Arts Programs At RVCC This Summer
Along the South Branch: The Shadow Over Branchburg
Hillsborough Hop 5K is May 31
Spartan Notes: Lata Stays Busy With MADD, Bears, Fashion, Sports, Reunions and a Garage Sale
What They Went For
This Month in Branchburg History
Branchburg Corn
The Word From The Bird
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PARK AT FARM FOR BELFRY EVENT
—The dedication of the restored belfry on the South Branch School (Little Red Schoolhouse) is set for Saturday, May 10 from 4 – 5:30 pm. There will be old-fashioned “school lunch” refreshments, “wooden nickel” momentos, an opportunity to pull the clapper on the the old school bell, historical displays and talks and much more. Parking for the event will be at the old Kanach Farm Stand (River Lea Farm), on South Branch Road, about 1000 feet from the school. The Board of Education has graciously donated the use of a shuttle bus which will loop between the schoolhouse and the farm stand parking area. Passenger drop-offs and pick-ups will be allowed at the school, but cars must be parked at the farm stand. If you want more info, email belfry.event@gmail.com or call Bill Haduch at 908-526-9621. See you there!