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? Patch AM: Major grant boosts conservation efforts at Scudder Preserve
Happening soon: Come experience the digital SAT, and know your strengths/weaknesses! on the Middletown Patch calendar

Coffee in hand, Middletown? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ??
In today's newsletter:
- Major grant boosts conservation efforts at Scudder Preserve
- Exciting soccer matchups in Middletown today
Also on today's calendar: Come experience the digital SAT, and know your strengths/weaknesses! and 13 more events.
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Today's riddle: What do you call a powerful prehistoric explosive? ? (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Middletownfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 70 and low of 57 degrees.
- Monday: Partly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 74, low: 61.
- Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon shower, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
? News we're reading
? Scudder Preserve in Middletown to Flourish with $500K Grant (tworivertimes.com) ? A $500,000 grant will enhance Scudder Preserve in Middletown, transforming it into a conservation refuge and educational space. The funding will support ecological restoration and community engagement, benefiting local residents and wildlife alike.
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? Boys soccer: Results, recaps, photos and links for Saturday, Sept. 20 (nj.com subscription) ? Soccer fans in Middletown can look forward to exciting matchups today, including Toms River East facing off against Middletown North and Colts Neck competing against Middletown South. These games are part of the ongoing soccer season in New Jersey.
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? Upcoming Events in Middletown
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? Featured events ?
- Come experience the digital SAT, and know your strengths/weaknesses!
Huntington Learning Center Middletown, 2011 NJ-35, Middletown Township
10:00 am - Hackensack Meridian Health Virtual Hiring Event - Security Officers
1945 NJ-33, Neptune City
10:00 am - Thompson Park
Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Rd,
7:00 pm - Sea Bright Day
Sea Bright Municipal Complex, 1099 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright
2:00 pm - "Fight Like Rachel" A Kids Self Defense Seminar
Bayshore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 1444 NJ-36, Hazlet
9:00 am - bloom: an immersive self-love expo
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel
2:00 pm - Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!
Pilgrim Baptist Church, 172 Shrewsbury Ave, Red Bank
7:00 pm - The Wag's Halloween Spectacular
Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church St, Middletown Township
7:00 pm
Sunday September 21
Wednesday September 24
Friday September 26
Saturday September 27
Sunday September 28
Monday September 29
Saturday October 4
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Other local events
- John Padovano coffeehouse performance
1st Cup Coffee , 96 First Ave , Atlantic Highlands
2:00 pm - Cracking the Code: Why the SAT & ACT Still Matter
Middletown Township Public Library , 55 New Monmouth Rd , Middletown Township
6:30 pm - Lincroft Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Blood Drive
Lincroft Bible Church , 790 Newman Springs Rd , Middletown Township
1:00 pm - Fall Meditation Series
34 Shrewsbury Ave , Red Bank
9:30 am - Color & Connect: A Morning of Creativity in the MTPL MakerSpace
Middletown Township Public Library , 55 New Monmouth Rd , Middletown Township
10:00 am - Chair Yoga
Blue Moon Yoga , 827 Broad St , Shrewsbury
11:30 am - Head, Heart & Hormone Connection
Middletown Township Public Library , 55 New Monmouth Rd , Middletown Township
1:00 pm - "Little Portugal" Cookbook Signing: A Culinary Evening with Chef Lauren Covas
Fourchette , 132 Broad St , Red Bank
6:00 pm
Sunday September 21
Monday September 22
Tuesday September 23
Thursday September 25
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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? Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Italian Festival 9.20.25 3rd & Morris Avenues, Spring Lake ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
- Avon Day 9.20.25 Municipal Building, Avon-By-The-Sea ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
- Howell Day 9.20.25 Soldier Memorial Park, Howell ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
- Photos: Middletown North plays Red Bank Catholic in Shore Conference football... (X: AsburyParkPress)
- Checking in from Count Basie Park for another edition of Friday Night Lights at the Shore! Resurgent powerhouse 3-0 Red Bank Catholic (@CaseysSports)... (X: JakeMatson)
- RWJBarnabas Health posted a job opening for Housekeeping Worker in West Long Branch. Apply here.
? Nearby News
Fair Haven- Is the Hype of Attending Your Local Farmers Market Worth It? (tworivertimes.com)
- 7 Must-Visit Indie Bookstores at the Jersey Shore (wobm.com)
- No. 11 RBC blanks Middletown North to stay unbeaten (nj.com)
- Activists, Officials Renew Opposition to NESE Pipeline at Bayshore Rally (tworivertimes.com)
- Stockton and Brookdale Strengthen Transfer Opportunities (tworivertimes.com)
Ok Middletown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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