Adults age 60 or above who are often worried and have noticed an increase in anxiety and tension in the past few months are invited to the Rutgers Mood Management Class, offered as part of a research study on anxiety at Rutgers University, New Brunswick. The program will teach participants how to make slight changes to thoughts and behaviors in order to obtain better control over moods and less negative emotion in daily life. The goal of the study is to discover if the class is as effective for older adults as it has been for young and middle-age adults. Participants will receive eight individual sessions, and also will be paid up to $100. The research team is looking for adults who are at least 60 years old; have experienced frequent, difficult-to-control worrying for the past few months; have had trouble sleeping and making decisions; have been exhibiting increased irritability, muscle tension, feelings of restlessness or the feeling of their mind "going suddenly blank"; are able to read, speak and write in English; and are able to attend eight sessions over the next few months and complete an MRI scan. Call the Rutgers Mood Management Program at (732) 445-1413.

Breakfast will benefit E.B. Daisy Recreation

The 23rd annual Ralph Lamo Memorial Breakfast, to aid the children of Camp Daisy, East Brunswick, will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 9 at the East Brunswick Hilton, Route 18, East Brunswick.

Proceeds will benefit individuals with disabilities who participate in the Daisy Recreation Program, sponsored and facilitated by the East Brunswick Division of Recreation and Community Services and the Daisy Association. The program is designed to promote the concept of education through recreation for the developmentally challenged.

Volunteers plan, prepare and serve the breakfast and clean up after the event.

The breakfast menu will include eggs, bacon, ham, home fries, pancakes, doughnuts, rolls, juice, coffee, tea and milk.

Tickets cost $10 for adults, $2 for children under age 10, and are available at the East Brunswick Recreation Office, Dunhams Corner Road; the township clerk's office in the East Brunswick Municipal Building, Jean Walling Civic Center; or at the door. Parking at the Hilton is free of charge.

For more information, call (732) 390-6797.

E.B. Woman's Club plans Charity Luncheon

The East Brunswick Woman's Club will hold its annual Charity Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 26 in a private home at 2 Margie Road, East Brunswick.

Participants are asked to make a main dish, salad or dessert, and to bring a minimum donation of $10 for the club's chosen charity, the fight against myelodysplastic syndrome, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.

Guests are welcome. For more information and to reserve, call Joyce at (732) 257-9233 or Pat at (732) 672-0184.

Italian American panel

to hold meet-and-greet

The Greater Old Bridge Chapter of the Unico National Italian-American service organization will hold a membership drive and meet-and-greet social from 6-7:45 p.m. on April 11 at the Sayreville Public Library, 1050 Washington Road.

Cake, cookies, coffee and other beverages will be served.

Unico is a nonprofit service organization that focuses on assisting the community for the better, fundraising for charities and scholarship programs, and enhancing, enriching and enlightening Italian-Americans about their heritage.

The panel's Old Bridge chapter includes and welcomes members from all Middlesex County and Monmouth County towns, including East Brunswick, Monroe, Marlboro, Manalapan, Middletown, Howell, Freehold Borough, Freehold Township, Colts Neck, Matawan, etc.

For more information, call Theresa Sicignano at (732) 360-1547 or Maria Soto at (732) 513-5022.

Knights, Columbiettes

to host Comedy Night

The St. Bartholomew Knights of Columbus and Columbiettes will sponsor a Comedy Night fundraiser beginning at 8:30 p.m. on April 22 in the St. Bart's Parish Hall, 460 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

Headliners will include comedians Rich Walker, Jim Dailakis and Jeff Pirami. Cost is $30 per person. For more information and reservations, call (732) 742-9767 or (732) 583-3595.

Sounds of pop music to be heard at library

The Monroe Township Library, 4 Municipal Plaza, will sponsor two upcoming musical performances.

Ron Gartner will offer popular songs at 2 p.m. on May 6 at the library. Free tickets will be available at the circulation desk beginning at 9:30 a.m. on April 10.

Ron Kraemer and the Hurricanes will perform at 2 p.m. on June 3. Free tickets will be available at the circulation desk starting at 9:30 a.m. on May 1. For more information, call (732) 521-5000.

OLV Tricky Tray planned for April 21

Our Lady of Victories (OLV) Parish will hold its second annual Adult Tricky Tray beginning at 7:30 p.m. on April 21 in the church's Monsignor Dalton Hall, Main Street, Sayreville. Doors will open at 5 p.m. The event is open to individuals age 18 and above.

Tickets, which are available for $8 each at the parish office, include admission, two sheets of prize tickets, coffee, tea and dessert. Dinner tickets may be purchased for $7 each, in advance only; deadline is April 7. Participants may bring their own food and beverage.

For more information, call the parish office at (732) 257-0077.

E.B. AARP schedules meeting, theater trip

The next general meeting of AARP East Brunswick Chapter No. 4855 will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 10 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.

Guest speaker Jan Allen will offer a presentation titled "Banking and Insurance."

The group's planned April 24 excursion to the Pirate's Bash Luncheon at the Renault Winery, Pomona section of Galloway, has been canceled.

A trip to see "By George, It's George Gershwin" at the Adam Todd Luncheon Cabaret, Byram, is planned for May 23. The event will include a cabaret show, lunch and homemade desserts. A cash bar will be open.

Departure time and place are to be determined.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 238-5678.

Healthy Kids Day set

at new YMCA facility

The Raritan Valley YMCA will hold its annual Healthy Kids Day celebration from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 8 at the facility's new location,144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick. The community is invited to attend.

The day will feature an Easter Egg Hunt, facility tours, entertainment, snacks, health and wellness information, mini sports sessions, exercise classes, game booths and more. Directors and staff will be available to speak with parents about summer day camp and day care.

The YMCA will dedicate its childcare center to Sen. Barbara Buono (D-18), who was responsible for obtaining $3.9 million from the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority for the construction of the new Raritan Valley YMCA facility. Situated on four acres, adjacent to township's Tices Lane Park, the 25,000-square-foot building is home to a growing childcare center and a future wellness center. For more information, call (732) 257-4114.

Public invited to dance

to music of big-band era

The Imperial Dance Band will play music of the big-band era at a dance set for 7:30-11 p.m. on April 22 at the Imperial Music Center, 48 Appleby Ave., South River.

The event will feature dancing and light refreshments.

Cost is $17 per person in advance, $20 at the door. Checks may be mailed to the Imperial Music Center, 48 Appleby Ave., South River, NJ 08882.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 254-5862.

Interfaith Network

to host wine tasting

The Interfaith Network of Care will hold a wine tasting fundraiser from 6-9:30 p.m. on April 22 in the auditorium at St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, 323 Elm Ave., Metuchen.

The event will feature six wines from around the world, cheese and door prizes. Debbie Miller Nelson will be the moderator.

Tickets cost $40 per person.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 247-1655.

Mr. Ray to appear in

April 30 temple concert

The Early Childhood Learning Center of Temple B'nai Shalom, Fern and Old Stage roads, East Brunswick, will present children's entertainer Mr. Ray in concert at 2 p.m. on April 30

For more information, ticket prices, and to reserve, call (732) 251-4300, ext. 227.

Dancing to the oldies

on tap in Old Bridge

Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815 will host an Oldies Dance beginning at 8 p.m. on April 21 at the council home, 40 Pine St., Old Bridge.

The event will feature dancing to the music of the '50s and '60s. Soda, cake, coffee and tea will be served. Dances are held on the third Friday of every month. Singles are welcome.

Admission is $8 per person.

For more information, call Tony at (732) 251-0970.

Pancake Breakfast on tap for Lions Club

The Sayreville Lions Club will hold its annual Spring Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon on April 9 at Sayreville War Memorial High School, Washington Road. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children. Tickets will be available at the door or from Lions Club members.

Youngsters will play Teddy Bear Bingo

American Legion Post No. 253 will sponsor a Children's Teddy Bear Bingo beginning at 1 p.m. on April 9 at the post home, DeVoe Avenue, Spotswood. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m.

Admission is $5 and includes 10 playing cards. All are welcome. Participants should bring their own markers or crayons. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

For more information, call (732) 251-1030.

Community invited to

Egg Hunt With Bunny

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick, 635 Cranbury Road, will hold an Egg Hunt With the Spring Bunny at 10 a.m. on April 13.

The event is free of charge. The community is invited.

For more information, call (732) 257-8406.

Sale to benefit theater, Garden Friends E.L.C.

A Community Yard Sale/Bake Sale/Flower Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 15 at the Garden Friends Early Learning Center (E.L.C.), 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. The event will be held rain or shine.

Proceeds will benefit the Garden Friends Early Learning Center and the Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company.

The Easter Bunny will visit during the event.

Vendors are sought. Spaces cost $10 each (participants bring their own table) or $15 each (table will be provided).

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 316-5350 or (908) 812-6052.

Partylite fundraiser to aid Mother's Club

The Monroe Township Mother's Club will host a Partylite Candle fundraiser at 7:30 p.m. on April 20 at the First Aid Hall, corner of Monmouth Road and First Avenue.

The public is welcome. Refreshments will be served. A percentage of all sales of Partylite candles and accessories will be donated to the Mother's Club to assist in its many endeavors throughout the community. For more information, log on to www.monroetownshipmothersclub.com, e-mail mtmcnj@aol.com, or call Nicole at (732) 521-9026.

Summer open house set at E.B. nursery school

Kiddie Academy of East Brunswick, Cranbury Road, will celebrate the Week of the Young Child by hosting a Sneak Peak Into Summer Open House from 4-6 p.m. on April 6. The event will feature a magic show, art activities and healthy refreshments. Admission is free of charge. Call (732) 257-8406.

East Brunswick PBA slates April 8 Egg Hunt

East Brunswick Policemen's Benevolent Association (PBA) No. 145 will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. on April 8 at Hammarskjold School, 200 Rues Lane, East Brunswick. Rain date is April 9.

The event will feature prizes and an appearance by the Easter Bunny.