Taking a Peep Toward Easter

Valentines Day past, which means only one thing.

Easter candy is already on the shelves, including the ubiquitous marshmallow Peep.

The packages of yellow, blue, pink, purple and white birds and bunnies, along with the necessary Cadbury eggs, used to signal the start of the spring season—though the Peeps have since diversified (or bled) into other occasions.

Some argue the sugar-covered marshmallow birds are tasteless, textureless routes to a quick sugar high and an even quicker sugar crash. Others would prefer to put the candy through rounds of scientific tests.

Or, if you’re inclined to eat the things, there’s the question of whether to eat them fresh out of the package, or to let them dry out first, so they get hard, crunchy and apparently good. Your editor has never understood the latter option. But her sister and mother insist stale and crunchy is the only way to eat Peeps

So what’s the verdict, Hillsborough? Fresh Peeps or stale and crunchy?

Here’s what you need to know today:

1. You Need to Know It’s Toddler Time: The hosts Toddler Time for Twos and Threes at 10 a.m. today, where tots can get an introduction to the joys of books. You’ll need to call the Children’s Desk at 908-369-2200, extension 14 to ensure there are still available spots in the program.
2. You Need to Know It’s for Readers: The  hosts a program for . This week’s book is Ms. Turtle the Babysitter and children should read the book prior to the 4 p.m. program. Parents can register their children for it by calling 908-369-2200, extension 14.
3. You Need to Know About Fundraisers: The RoboRaiders hosts at Five Guys Burgers from 4 to 10 p.m. today, where the restaurant will donate 15 percent of your bill to the team. You’ll need , which you can when you order.
4. You Need to Know About Meetings: The Township Committee meets at 7:30 p.m. in the.
5. You Need to Know About Dinners: hosts its at 4:30 p.m. Friday at its Woods Road firehouse. It’s $11 for a dinner buffet that includes baked tilapia, fried cod, fried clams, fried shrimp, chicken fingers, pierogies, French fries, rice, veggies and more. Tickets are available at the door and cost $11.