Here's Patch's annual round-up of the best holiday light displays in Matawan, Aberdeen, Old Bridge, Sayreville, Hazlet and nearby:
Anyone who brings in a new, unwrapped toy will receive a free small McCafé beverage, Nov. 20 - Dec. 11:
This is the second year the school district will do the event, and it is seeking gift donations from the community.
Patrolman Peter “Pete” Benedict died unexpectedly in October 2023 at his home in Old Bridge Township.
We've rounded up our favorite spots in the state:
At Matawan Regional High School. There will be music, vendors, attractions and hayrides. Sign your car up now to participate:
We rounded up our favorite spots near Matawan for apple picking, pumpkin picking, corn mazes and more:
Aberdeen's Independence Day fireworks were rescheduled to July 11, and the weather is looking all good for Friday night fireworks.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Matawan-Aberdeen:
Due to Tuesday night's predicted heavy rain, Aberdeen Twp. announced Tuesday morning its fireworks are now postponed to Friday, July 11.
Students had the rare opportunity to watch the helicopter land, meet U.S. Navy helicopter pilots, ask them questions and tour the chopper.
Matawan-Aberdeen residents have their choice to see fireworks in either New Brunswick or Long Branch, and other events across the state:
The meaning of the holiday season was on display Tuesday night at Matawan Regional High School:
The New Jersey Poison Control Center offers safety tips for the holidays.
Every December, South Amboy resident Tony Gonzalez sets up a mailbox to Santa at his home, and his wife writes a personalized letter back.
The McDonald’s in South Amboy will host a Winter Wonderland from 12 - 2 p.m. Dec. 21. Free and all are welcome.
Who has the best light displays in Matawan-Aberdeen? Email carly.baldwin@patch.com and let us know the address.
There are lots of chances for kids to meet Santa in Matawan-Aberdeen this December:
It's time to drive around and look at the lights! The 2024 round-up of the best holiday lights in Aberdeen, Old Bridge, Hazlet and more:
Every year, foodborne illness causes 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths according to the CDC.
Giving Tuesday is Dec. 3, and we picked our five favorite Matawan-area charities. All are always looking for money, volunteers or your time:
Don’t let Halloween end in a nightmare
The Winter Wonderland Holiday Feast will be Dec. 17, and the school district is seeking cash donations to make it happen for local families:
Aberdeen Township has so many fun - and free! - events planned this October for families to celebrate the great holiday of Halloween:
Here are our favorite places to pick pumpkins, pet farm animals and take a tractor-trailer hayride this fall near Matawan-Aberdeen:
The trunk or treat will be held Oct. 19 at Matawan Regional High School from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. You must register your car in advance:
Drop off old costumes this week. Get a ticket to attend the swap this Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Freneau Woods Park Visitor Center in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen's Independence Day party is Tuesday, 6-10 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. But park at Cliffwood Elementary and take the shuttles:
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Matawan and Aberdeen:
Tips for holiday boating safety
Due to heavy rain this Saturday and predicted for next weekend, they just changed the date of the egg hunt:
Sometimes the best way to help yourself is to help others:
Santa Claus and giveaways will be at the McDonald's on 970 Rt. 9 in South Amboy from 12 - 2 p.m. December 17.
Time to drive around and look at the lights! Here's our 2023 round-up of the best holiday light displays in Monmouth County:
Here is everything planned in Matawan-Aberdeen to celebrate the 2023 winter holidays:
There’s a good reason twinkling holiday lights and colorful displays make us feel good, according to mental health experts.
The Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company will hold a meet and greet with Santa on Dec. 10, and more:
It's still early, but here are our picks to get the best Christmas trees in and around Aberdeen:
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