5 Things to Know Today in Manalapan: Labor Day 2012

1. Chance of Rain: Today will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature around 83 degrees. There will also be a 40 percent chance of rain. Tonight, the chance of rain remains and the sky will stay mostly cloudy. The low temperature  will dip to about 67 tonight.

 

2. Happy Labor Day!: Labor Day is more than just a day off from work. Oh wait, no it isn’t. The entire purpose of Labor Day is to pay tribute to all of the hard work contributed by American workers. The observance first began over 100 years ago and it stemmed from the labor movement. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Sept. 5, 1882. What are you doing this Labor Day?

 

3. What’s Closed Today?:

• Manalapan Township offices will be closed, as well as all state and federal offices.
• All banks (except for T.D. Bank) will be closed and all U.S. financial markets are closed.
• All post offices will be closed, there will be no mail delivery.
• The will be closed.

4. New Twist on Steak: Switch up the standard barbecue routine with a highly original, extremely delicious steak recipe for Labor Day! 
 

5. Free Kids Meals at Applebee’s: in Manalapan is offering a Labor Day special today. With the purchase of each adult entree you will receive up to two free kids’ meals. The kids’ meals are valid for children 12 and under. For more information, click here.