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Also on today's calendar: Back To School Prayer Rally and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Edison Invites Residents to Explore Minnie B. Veal Community Center (patch.com) — Edison residents are encouraged to drop by the Minnie B. Veal Community Center on Saturday, September 12, for an open house showcasing its programs, staff, and facilities. With tours, family activities, refreshments, and giveaways, the event offers an easy way to learn how to get involved locally without needing to register in advance.
2. Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing: 9/3/2026 (insidernj.com) — Edison residents can look forward to the town's annual Diwali celebration, highlighted in this statewide political and civic news briefing. The roundup also touches on issues like AI data centers, local government debates, and community projects across New Jersey, giving Edison readers a quick sense of how their town's festivities fit into the broader statewide news landscape.
3. Edison Annual Diwali Festival Returning to Papaianni Park, Vendor Applications Available (tapinto.net) — Edison's annual Diwali festival is set for Saturday, November 7 at Papaianni Park, and vendor spots are now open on a first-come basis. Local businesses and nonprofits can choose from several booth types and prices, but must secure health and fire permits and pay all fees before approval. If you want to sell food, crafts, or services, now's the time to apply.
4. Friday Night Big Central Roundup: Cranford stops Bernards' long streak; Rahway upsets Summit; JP Stevens is 2-0 for first time in over two decades (cjsportsradio.com) — High school football fans in Edison will notice Woodbridge's 14-8 road win at Edison and JP Stevens' rare 2-0 start after a home victory in North Edison. The roundup breaks down key Big Central Conference games, streaks that ended, standout performances, and where local teams like Piscataway, Metuchen, and South Brunswick now stand heading into next week.
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