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) 257-0910.

Theater group to stage

'Dial M for Murder'

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will present its production of "Dial M for Murder" at 8 p.m. on April 21 and 28, 2 and 8 p.m. on April 22 and 29, and 3 p.m. on April 23 in the Theater Space at Garden Friends, 3018 Bordentown Road, Parlin section of Sayreville.

Tickets cost $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students. A dessert, beverage and table seating is included in the ticket price.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 553-1153 or log on to www.smstc.org.

Youth group seeking

vendors for flea market

Vendors are sought for the Simpson United Methodist Church Youth Group Outdoor Flea Market planned for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 20 at the church, Route 516 and Owens Road, Old Bridge. Rain date is May 14.

Spaces cost $15 each.

For more information and to reserve, call (908) 705-3315 or (732) 679-7499.

Hazardous waste drop-off days scheduled

The Middlesex County Division of Solid Waste Management recently set the following household hazardous waste drop-off days schedule:

+ April 15 at the Middlesex County Highways Department, Apple Orchard Lane, off Route 130, North Brunswick;

+ May 21 at Middlesex County College, near the Mill Road entrance, Edison.

All collection times are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Household hazardous wastes which are improperly disposed of are identified as a danger to children and animals, a potential cause of groundwater pollution and a potential threat to garbage collection crews.

Acceptable materials that county residents may bring for disposal include, but are not limited to: pesticides/herbicides; flammable liquids; solvents; pool chemicals; used motor oil; oil filters; paints; car batteries; household batteries; antifreeze; propane tanks; fluorescent light bulbs (no broken bulbs); and asbestos. Residents who wish to bring asbestos (maximum 300 pounds) must register by calling (732) 745-4170.

Materials which will not be accepted are tires, explosives and munitions, infectious waste, unknown materials and empty containers.

The drop-off days are sponsored by the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders and are conducted in cooperation with the Middlesex County Department of Public Works-Division of Highways and Middlesex County College.

The events are open to residents of Middlesex County only and are free of charge. Items should be brought in clearly marked containers.

For more information on the hazardous waste drop-off days and on the county tire recycling program, call (732) 745-4170 or e-mail solidwaste@co.middlesex.nj.us.

Eating-disorders group

to meet at E.B. Library

The Eating Disorder Association of New Jersey holds a monthly support group from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of every month in the community room at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.

Individuals struggling with anorexia, bulimia, overeating and/or chronic dieting are welcome, as are family members and friends. The group is free of charge and open to the public.

For more information, call (732) 572-0461.

Library Friends to sell

books at flea market

The Milltown Friends of the Library will operate a book-sale table at the United Methodist Church Flea Market set for 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 13 at the church, 47 N. Main St., Milltown.

New and good-quality paperbacks and hardcovers will be offered at discounted prices. Books for children and adults will be featured.

For more information, call Adele Ronchetti at (732) 247-5926.

School volleyball game

to benefit MS research

The Spotswood High School History Club and Octagon Community Service Club will host their annual Volleyball Game to Fight Multiple Sclerosis (MS) from 6-8 p.m. on April 27 at the school, Summerhill Road. All proceeds will benefit the MS Research Foundation. In the last five years, the volleyball event has raised almost $25,000 to fight MS. Club adviser Frank Yusko is battling the disease. Admission is a donation in any amount for the MS Research Foundation. The public is welcome. Sponsors are sought.

Methodist women seek

vendors for flea market

Vendors are sought for the United Methodist Women of Trinity United Methodist Church Spring Flea Market set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 29 at the church, 70 Manalapan Road, Spotswood.

The indoor/outdoor event will take place rain or shine. Proceeds will benefit the Methodist Women's missions reservations. Inside table rental is $15. Outside spaces cost $10 each; vendors provide their own tables. For more information and to reserve, call (732) 251-1449.

Education panel sets used-clothing drive

The Milltown Education Foundation will sponsor a used-clothing drive from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 18, at the Borough Park gazebo, Milltown.

Items sought include clothing, shoes, belts, handbags and stuffed animals. Donations should be secured in plastic garbage bags for drop off.

Local artists sought for exhibit at Java Joint

Local artists are invited to exhibit their works, including painting, sculpture and photographs, at an art show planned for noon to 6 p.m. on May 20 at the Java Joint Cafe, Ticetown Square Plaza, Route 9, Old Bridge.

Participants will have the opportunity to display, discuss and sell their work, if they choose.

Interested individuals should call Mark Gambuzza, owner of Java Joint, at (732) 679-3004.

High school to sponsor Tea and Gift Auction

Cardinal McCarrick High School will host a Tea and Gift Auction beginning at 2 p.m. on April 30 in the school gymnasium, corner of Second Street and Stevens Avenue, South Amboy. Doors will open at noon. Admission is $10 per person. Seating is limited. Complimentary coffee, tea and dessert will be served. Guests may bring their own food. Call the school at (732) 721-0748, ext. 5.