Monday, October 8, 2012
Plus other notes about the federal holiday
Though Manchester's Township Council typically meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month, Oct. 8 isn't a typical day. It just happens to be Columbus Day, a federal holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492. So, council members will gather in the Municipal Complex courtroom on Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 6 p.m. for their first of two regular meetings this month. Also notable is that Manchester and Lakehurst schools are closed to students, though staff will have an in-service day. Township offices and the U.S. Post Offices will be closed, but branches of the Ocean County Library — including Manchester's — will be open for normal business hours. If you're looking for something to …
Although Columbus Day has stirred up controversy, it is still widely celebrated
Columbus Day is a federal holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492. Columbus Day was unofficially celebrated across the country in the 18th century but did not become a federal holiday until 1937, according to the History Channel. Although the holiday and Columbus have stirred up controversy, many celebrate to honor his achievements and Italian-American heritage. But many alternatives to the holiday have appeared in recent years. Watch the History Channel's video to learn more about Christopher Columbus and this holiday.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Events in and around Manchester this week
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Manchester's governing body will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 11
Manchester's Township Council will not have its first regular meeting of the month at its usual time on Monday, as this session has been scheduled a day later due to the Columbus Day holiday. The council will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. in the courthouse of the municipal complex on Colonial Drive. The agenda shows that the township, which operates on a fiscal year calendar running from July through June, will introduce the 2012 municipal budget. Other agenda items include approving new bus stops proposed by Academy Bus and authorizing a Green Acres grant. Meetings are usually held on the second and fourth Monday of each month, unless otherwise noted. In addition to state, county and local government offices, Manchester and …
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Events happening in and around Manchester this weekend
1. The Fall Festival at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, 615 Freemont Ave., Jackson, runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. A Halloween costume contest for pets will be held and a speaker will talk about Pitt Bull myths. As always, guests are invited to meet dogs and cats available for adoption. Call 732-657-8086 for additional information. 2. The Ocean County Italian Festival in Seaside Heights begins at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday on Grant Avenue. Foods, arts and crafts, and entertainment will be on-hand. Admission is free. More information is available by calling 732-477-6507. 3. Chariot Riders, a nonprofit horse therapy center with its Ocean County site in Manchester, 3170 Chariot Court, will host its Fall Barn Horse Show at 9 …
Martin
8:50 am on Monday, October 8, 2012
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