The Monday Morning Advocacy Network of Middlesex County will hold its next meeting from 7-9 p.m. on Oct. 16 at the East Brunswick Public Library, conference room 3, Jean Walling Civic Center Drive.

Topic will be "Getting Ready for the General Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 7." Guest speaker Beth Feehan of the NJ HAVA (Help America Vote Act) Coalition will offer an update on HAVA as the election approaches. Changes in voting as part of HAVA, such as new voters presenting identification at the polls, verified paper trails of votes cast, sound accommodations in electronic voting machines, and more will be discussed.

Other meeting topics will include candidates representing Middlesex County in this year's election; get-out-the-vote efforts and other related issues; plans for the Monday Morning Advocacy Network's November meeting at which accessibility will be discussed with code-enforcement officers from municipalities in Middlesex County; the panel's next accessibility tour; legislative updates; accessible-parking updates; and more.

The public is invited.

To reserve and/or for more information, call Anita at (732) 727-7791 or e-mail aclavering@netzero.com. For audio/visual accommodations, call David at (732) 549-0879. N.J. Transit Access Link consumers should call (800) 955-2321 (811 bus route).

Registration going on for Frost on Pumpkin

Registration forms are available for the 27th annual South River Frost on the Pumpkin 10K Road Race set for Oct. 29 at Dailey's Pond, Thomas and William streets.

All proceeds will be used to send developmentally disabled South River children to Camp Donna during the summer.

The day will include the 10K Road Race, the 1-Mile Health Walk or Run, and the Lollipop Race for children. Ghost runners (individuals who want to support the cause but do not wish to run in the race) also are invited.

The 10K race is open to males and females of all ages. Registration is $15 until Oct. 26, $18 from 7:30-9:15 a.m. on the day of the race. Start time is set for 9:30 a.m.

Registration fee for ghost runners is $9 in advance or from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on event day.

Individuals of all ages are welcome to participate in the 1-Mile Health Walk or Run. Registration is $5 until Oct. 26, $6 from 7:30-8:45 a.m. on day of the event. Start time is 9 a.m.

The Lollipop Race is open to youngsters up to age 11. Registration fee is $1 in advance or from 7:30-8:15 a.m. on race day. Start time is 8:30 a.m.

All events will take place rain or shine.

Advance registration checks, which should be made payable to Frost on the Pumpkin 10K Road Race, may be mailed to Frost on the Pumpkin Road Race, 49 Ferris St., South River, NJ 08882.

For more information, call Jim Genecki at (732) 257-4339 or log on to www.frostonthepumpkin.com.

Concert proceeds will aid Daniel Cunnius

A benefit concert featuring artists Spook Handy, Melvin McKnight, Virago, Jeff Mastroberti, Jung Wombats!, Bill Simmons, Bitter Herb and Tommy Anton is planned for 5-10 p.m. on Nov. 4 at Hummers Nite Club, 51 Main St., South River.

The event will be held in honor of Daniel Cunnius, a 48-year-old developmentally disabled man whose deficits make it difficult for him to function without assistance. All proceeds from the event will go to defray the healthcare bills resulting from his mental retardation. A trauma at birth left Cunnius without oxygen, which led to his mental retardation. Born and raised in New Brunswick, he was moved to a group home in Pennsylvania at the age of 13. Keystone Community Resources, Scranton, Pa., provides him with staff members who help him live as independently as possible. For more information on Keystone, call Gina Cola at (570) 348-1316.

The concert will feature a cash bar. Light refreshments will be served from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $30 per person for general admission. Additional monetary donations will be gratefully accepted. Individuals under age 21 will not be admitted.

For more information, call Hummers Nite Club at (732) 257-7207.

E.B. Road Races planned for Oct. 22

The 29th annual East Brunswick Road Races, featuring the running of the Kids Pumpkin Dashes, the John Ragone 5K Race, the East Brunswick 10K Race and the 1-Mile Fun Run/Fitness Walk, is set for Oct. 22 at Crystal Springs Family Aquatic Center, Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick. Race-day registration will begin at 11 a.m. Advance registration is set for noon to 4 p.m. on Oct. 21 at Brunswick Square Mall, Route 18, East Brunswick.

The day is sponsored by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield and held in cooperation with the East Brunswick Department of Recreation and Community Services and the Raritan Valley Road Runners.

Proceeds will go to the Daisy Foundation, an organization that provides education through recreation for approximately children and young people with disabilities.

Kids Dashes are set to start at noon. All participating youngsters will receive a ribbon and a free pumpkin to decorate.

The 1-Mile Fun Run/Fitness Walk will begin at 12:20 p.m. All finishers will receive a medal. Preregistered Fun Run participants will receive a free T-shirt and goodie bag.

The 5K and 10K races will go off at 1:05 p.m. and 1:20 p.m., respectively. Every preregistered 5K and 10K runner will receive a free T-shirt and goodie bag. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male finishers, female finishers, East Brunswick finishers and age-group winners.

The John Ragone 5K will have special meaning this year as Ragone, a well-known area coach and runner for whom the race was named in 2000, passed away this year.

The 5K and 10K races count for 500 points for USA Track and Field members.

There will be games and face-painting for children and post-race refreshments and entertainment for all. An appearance by WMGQ Radio representatives is scheduled.

Applications are available by logging on to www.ebrr.org.

Highland Park to celebrate fall season

The fifth annual Autumn in the Park event, to celebrate the spirit of the fall season in downtown Highland Park, is set for 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 19 along Raritan Avenue (Route 27) from Adelaide to Sixth avenues, rain or starlight.

The free event will feature live entertainment throughout the town, horse-and-carriage rides, hayrides and prize giveaways from many participating merchants.

Live musical performances will fill the town's sidewalks and storefronts. More than a dozen musical acts are scheduled, including Chef Dave and Nikita, The Noisy Neighbors, the John Bianculli Trio and Black Circle Symphony. Horse-and-carriage rides will wind through Highland Park's streets. Hayrides will follow Raritan Avenue. Israeli folk dancers will be on hand to perform and teach basic steps.

The Passport to Fun drawing will introduce participants to local retailers. By stopping in different downtown stores, individuals may enter the drawing to win gifts and prizes, all donated by participating businesses.

The event is sponsored by Main Street Highland Park, the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce, Unity Bank of Highland Park and the Home News.

For more information, call (732) 828-8444 or log on to www.mainstreethp.org.

Demo Night to defray Daly's medical costs

A Bounce Back Demo Night to benefit the Michael Daly Trust will be held at 7 p.m. on Oct. 20 at Our Lady of Victories Parish Monsignor Dalton Hall, Main Street, Sayreville.

The event will feature more than 12 vendors including Tastefully Simple, Home and Garden Party, Party Lite, the Longaberger Company, Creative Memories, Pampered Chef, Avon, Mary Kay, Tupperware, Stamp It Up! and Pocketbooks and More. Jewelry also will be available. All vendors have agreed to donate some or all of their profits in addition to merchandise or baskets for a raffle.

Admission is $5 and includes coffee and dessert. BYOB. Participants also may bring their own snacks. For more information, call Theresa at (732) 613-1622 or the OLV Parish Center at (732) 257-0077.

Dinner meeting next up

for environmental panel

The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership will hold its annual dinner meeting at 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 at the Milltown Senior Center, 60 Violet Terrace.

The partnership is a nonprofit, volunteer organization with environmental interests in East Brunswick, North Brunswick, South Brunswick, New Brunswick and Milltown.

The dinner meeting, prepared by members, is open to all interested residents and partnership members.

Guest speaker David Pringle of the New Jersey Environmental Federation will offer a presentation titled "Environmental Challenges Facing New Jersey: Open Space, Clean Water, Economic Growth and More." A question-and-answer session will follow. Pringle works full time on local, state and federal environmental campaigns regarding clean, safe and affordable water, prevention of health-threatening pollution and environmentally safe workplaces.

Call Alan Godber at (732) 846-4476 or the partnership office at (732) 249-5297, or e-mail contact@lbwp.org.

Families will build

scarecrows in Jamesburg

The Jamesburg Civic Association will sponsor the annual Jamesburg Family Scarecrow-Building event from 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 14 at Veterans Park, East Railroad Avenue.

Straw, twine, frames and ties will be provided. Participants should bring magic markers, old clothes, hats and head material to create their scarecrow. Finished works will be placed along West Railroad Avenue on stakes provided by the borough. Scarecrows may also be positioned at Lakeview Mansion.

Pumpkins for the borough Pumpkin Fest also may be picked up at Veterans Park during the scarecrow-building event.

For more information, call (732)-521-4105.

Elks to hold spaghetti dinner benefit Oct. 15

East Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 2370, Oakmont Road, will hold a spaghetti dinner benefit for Roxanne Guzman Oct. 15 from 2-7 p.m.

Proceeds will assist the Guzman family burdened with medical bills and daily living expenses as a results of Roxanne's vehicle that was struck broadside by a school bus in South Brunswick in November. She is recovering from the accident that has left her with physical and neurological trauma with short term memory loss and paralysis.

Cost is $10 per person, and free for children age 6 and younger. For tickets, call Denise at (732) 673-3468.

Church choir, orchestra to perform Mozart work

The Church of the Immaculate Conception Choir Soloists and Orchestra will present Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Requiem" at 8 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 18 South St., Spotswood. The performance will honor the Rev. Harold L. Hirsch. Suggested donation is $15.

Craft fair on agenda

at E.B. Senior Center

The annual East Brunswick Senior Center Craft Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the senior center, Jean Walling Civic Center Drive.

The event will feature holiday gifts and decorations; handmade quilted articles; knitted and crocheted baby items, afghans, etc.; and homemade baked goods.

For more information, call the center at (732) 390-6896.

Two-day rummage sale coming to E.B. temple

The East Brunswick Jewish Center Sisterhood will sponsor a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 29 and 9 a.m. to noon on Oct. 30 at the synagogue, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick.

Clothing, household items, toys, books, small appliances and more will be offered.

For more information, call (732) 257-7070.

Crafters sought for Rosary Society bazaar

Crafters are needed for the St. Bartholomew's Altar Rosary Society Craft Bazaar set for 5-9 p.m. on Nov. 10 in the church hall, Ryders Lane, East Brunswick.

Table-rental prices are $25 and $30.

For more information and to reserve, call Lucy at (732) 846-4771.

Children's learning

styles to be discussed

Rick Ellis, a childhood educator and developmental specialist, will offer a presentation titled "The Learning Styles of the Young Child" at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 19 at Children's Choice Learning Center of East Brunswick, 46 W. Ferris St., behind the new Lowe's shopping center.

Discussion will Topic will be the differences between boys and girls in terms of brain structure and learning needs.

Reservations are required. Space is limited. Baby-sitting services will not be available.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 613-4488.

Interfaith Network

to celebrate 10th year

The Interfaith Network of Care (INC) will mark its 10th anniversary with a gala celebration set to begin at 6 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the East Brunswick Chateau, Cranbury Road.

The event will feature dinner, dancing and door prizes. A cash bar will be available.

Cost is $60 per person. Reservation deadline is Oct. 15.

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

INC is a network of volunteers from various congregations, agencies and the community who are trained to respond personally to the everyday needs of homebound individuals and their caregivers.

SRHS class of 1941

to celebrate at reunion

South River High School (SRHS) class of 1941 will hold a 65th reunion at 1 p.m. on Oct. 19 at Camillo's Restaurant, 31 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville.

Each participant will be responsible for his or her own expenditures.

For more information, call Helen Scupp at (732) 257-7477 or call (732) 254-5147.

Rosary society seeking

vendors for flea market

Vendors are sought for the St. Bernadette's Altar Rosary Society Flea Market set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 4 in the church's O'Dea Hall, Princeton and Villanova roads, Parlin section of Old Bridge.

For more information and to reserve, call Joan at (732) 721-6399.

Milltown store to host

Oct. 14 Fire Safety Day

Home Depot, 401 S. Main St., Milltown, will present a Fire Safety Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 14.

The event, which is designed to raise awareness of home fire safety and safety in general, will feature participation by the Milltown Police Department, a children's workshop with craft projects for youngsters, games, prizes and refreshments. Emergency response vehicles will be on site.

For more information, call (732) 432-0500.

Monroe Republicans

will meet on Oct. 18

The Monroe Township Republican Club will hold a meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 18 at Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180, Railroad Avenue.

A former Monroe tax assessor will offer details on the upcoming reassessment and how it will affect residents' taxes. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Tom Nothstein at (908) 217-9190.

MTHS Yard Sale

on tap for Oct. 14

The Monroe Township High School (MTHS) PTO will sponsor a Yard Sale Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 14 in the parking lot at the high school, Perrineville Road.

Vendors are invited to sell their treasures. Spaces cost $10 each.

Proceeds will help support the PTO scholarship fund. For information or to reserve a space, call Cheryl at (732) 416-0143, e-mail cherallamby@Comcast.net; Kathy at (732) 446-1709, e-mail Kathy623@Comcast.net; or Emily at (732) 521-5239, e-mail bik39@comcast.net.

Comedians to perform

Oct. 13 in Monroe

The Greenbriar at Whittingham adult community, Monroe, will present comedian-singer Angela LaGreca at 8 p.m. on Oct. 13 at the Richard P. Marasco Performing Arts Center, Monroe Township High School, Perrineville Road.

Opening act will be comedian-magician Lee Bayless.

Tickets cost $13.50 per person.

For more information and to reserve, call (609) 395-0404, ext. 220 or 221.

Curtain to rise on 'Finian's Rainbow'

The Concordia Players will present the musical fantasy "Finian's Rainbow" at 8 p.m. on Oct. 13, 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 14, and 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 15 in the Concordia Clubhouse, Monroe.

Tickets cost $8 per person.

For more information, call (609) 860-1617.

Fire auxiliary schedules Oct. 20 Vendor Night

The Jamesburg Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will sponsor a Vendor Night beginning at 7 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the firehouse, 82 W. Railroad Ave.

The event will feature a variety of merchandise including candles, home products, decorative items, jewelry, toys and more. There will be refreshments and prizes.

Corpus Christi seeking

vendors for garage sale

Vendors are sought for the Corpus Christi School Indoor Garage Sale planned for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 21 at the school, 60 David St., South River. Plans call for 70 vendors to participate. The kitchen will be open, and there will be a bake sale, 50/50s and a holiday table featuring new items. Rental fee is $15 per table. For more information and to reserve, call (732) 254-0655.

Haunted House set

for weekends in E.B.

The Middlesex County 4-H Teen Council will sponsor a fundraising Haunted House 7-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 28 at the Middlesex County 4-H Center, Cranbury and Fern roads, East Brunswick. Admission is $2 per person. Proceeds will go to 4-H Project GIFT, a free day of holiday shopping for Middlesex County families in need. For details, log on to http://co.middlesex.nj.us/extensionservices/4hclubs_directions.asp.

Restaurant event

to raise funds for Elks

Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will sponsor a Lunch or Dinner Fundraiser on Oct. 13, 14 and 15 at Big Ed's BBQ, 2316 Route 130, Dayton section of South Brunswick. Big Ed's will donate 15 percent of supporters' bills to Jamesburg Elks charitable activities. The 15-percent donation will apply to dining in the restaurant, at the bar or for takeouts. Fundraiser fliers may be picked up at the Elks Lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave., or from Bill Orpin at Corinthian Capital, 30 W. Railroad Ave.

Youngsters invited to

new library book club

The Milltown Public Library, 20 W. Church St., will sponsor the first meeting of its J Book Club from 7-8 p.m. on Oct. 12. Milltown residents in third-sixth grades are invited to attend. Participants will receive snacks and a book to take home. For more information, call (732) 247-2270.

St. Ambrose HSA seeks

holiday show crafters

Crafters of homemade merchandise are sought for the St. Ambrose HSA Holiday Craft Show set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 11 at the school, Throckmorton Lane, Old Bridge.

Cost is $28-$30 per space, plus one donated item for the auction table.

For more information and an application, call (732) 607-9319.

Tickets available for

'Doo-Wop Music' event

The Sayreville Main Street Players will sponsor an "Afternoon of Doo-Wop Music," starring The Echos with The Mellow Drones and The Yamees, at 3 p.m. on Oct. 29 at the Sayreville Main Street Theatre, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. Tickets cost $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Admission includes a beverage and dessert. For more information, call (732) 553-1153.

Fish Fry scheduled

at Sayreville church

The Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church, 172 Main St., Sayreville, will sponsor a Fish Fry from 5:30-7 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the church. Takeouts will be available at 5 p.m.

Advance tickets cost $12 per person. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door at a cost of $14 each.

For more information and to reserve, call (732) 257-6353.

South River church slates Oct. 13 Vendor Night

Corpus Christi Church, James Street, South River, will hold a Vendor Night 6-9 p.m. Oct. 13 in the church hall. More than 23 vendors will participate. The event will feature merchandise for holiday shopping. Food will be available. For more information and directions, call the church office at (732) 254-1800.

Blue-Trail Hike next up at Cheesequake

A Blue-Trail Hike will begin at 1 p.m. on Oct. 15 at the Cheesequake State Park Interpretive Center, 300 Gordon Road, Old Bridge. Participants will learn about the native plants and animals in the park. The program is open to all ages.

For more information, call (732) 566-3208.