The Solomon Schechter Day School of Raritan Valley, East Brunswick, still has sponsorship opportunities available for its primary fund-raising event of the year, "An Evening With Henry Winkler," set for 6 p.m. on March 22 at the East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane.

The fundraiser will feature the well-known actor, producer, director and best-selling children's author as he shares his story of struggle and triumph.

Despite dyslexia, Winkler received degrees from Emerson College, Boston, and the Yale School of Drama, New Haven, Conn., and has achieved great professional and personal success. Punctuating his anecdotes with humor, Winkler will speak about his careers, his education and his commitment to Judaism.

Solomon Schechter Day School of Raritan Valley is a private Jewish school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Fundraising bridges the gap between the costs of operating the school and tuition revenues.

Call Will Schafer at (908) 420-3313.

Youngsters invited to free-throw tournament

The South River Police Department, in conjunction with Ecko Unlimited and South River Policemen's Benevolent Association No. 62, will sponsor a Basketball Free-Throw Tournament for all school-age South River youngsters beginning at 10 a.m. on Feb. 17 in the South River Middle School gymnasium, Montgomery Street.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in each of six age categories and to the overall champion.

Waivers will be available at the door for walk-in participants on the day of the event; however, a parent's signature will be required. For more information, call Detective Jennifer Novak or Detective Joseph Grekoski at (732) 254-9002.

Concert series to begin at Church

Several musical events are planned for the 2007 Concert Series at The Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg, West Church Street and Gatzmer Avenue.

The schedule is as follows:

* Feb. 17 at 5 p.m. - Jeff Hoos, tenor;

* March 17 at 6 p.m. - Shea Velloso, organ;

* April 14 at 6 p.m. - Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing;

* May 19 at 6 p.m. - Patriotic Concert;

* June 2 at 6 p.m. - Choir Festival.

Admission to all concerts is free of charge; however, a free-will offering will be accepted. All proceeds will be used to fund the church's concert series and music program.

For more information, call (732) 521-1711.

Family Pasta Night scheduled at OLOL

Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School, 44 Cleveland Ave., Milltown, will hold a Family Pasta Night from 1-7 p.m. on Feb. 18.

Dinner will include pasta, meatballs, sausage and peppers, salad, bread, beverages, dessert, coffee and tea. The event also will feature music and raffles.

Tickets cost $11 for adults, $5 for children age 12 and under, and are available in advance at the OLOL Church Rectory, 233 N. Main St., or on the evening of the event at the door.

For more information and to reserve, call Geri at (732) 940-4402 or e-mail AMGFIG@verizon.net

Sacred Heart HSA plans Lenten Fish Fry

The HSA of Sacred Heart School, Cedar Street, South Amboy, will host its annual Lenten Fish Fry from 4-7 p.m. on Feb. 23 in the school cafeteria (Walnut Street entrance).

Dinner will include sandwich, fries, salad, dessert and a drink. Pizza, tuna fish sandwiches, fish sandwiches and pierogi also will be available.

To reserve, to order takeout food and for more information, call Sister Mary Anne at (732) 721-0899.

St. Patrick's Day gala next up at O.B. VFW

The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 7508 will sponsor its annual St. Patrick's Bash beginning at 6 p.m. on March 3 at the post home, 17 Bordentown Ave., Old Bridge. The event will include a corned beef dinner, free beer and soda, entertainment and dancing. Donation is $15 per person. Tickets will be sold in advance only; no tickets will be available at the door.

For more information and to reserve, call Sue Totten at (732) 251-7371.

Gala to raise funds for Rett syndrome research

A Silent Angels Gala to benefit the International Rett Syndrome Association (IRSA) will be held at 6:30 p.m. on March 10 at the Westmount Country Club, West Paterson. Robin Turner will be the honored guest. The event will feature dinner, dancing, a silent auction, a raffle and more.

Tickets cost $150 per person. IRSA has earmarked all proceeds from the event to fund Rett syndrome research.

For more information and to reserve, call Leslie Greenfield at (732) 462-8476 or e-mail leslieg@optonline.net.

Learning center to offer free youth sessions

Kiddie Academy Child Care Learning Center, 410 Main St., Spotswood, will sponsor two free upcoming programs for youngsters. Sessions will feature a story, crafts and other activities. Preschoolers are invited to attend classes from 10-10:45 a.m., Feb. 28-March 28. A program for youngsters ages 6-10 is set for 4:15-5:15 p.m., March 8-April 19. Class will not meet on April 5. Both programs are free of charge. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call (732) 251-2686.

Bereavement group forming in Monroe

Jewish Family and Vocational Service (JFVS) of Southern Middlesex County, Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe, is forming a new bereavement group.

Individuals who have experienced the loss of a spouse or significant other are invited to join. A licensed clinical social worker will lead the group.

For information or to register, call JoAnn Cohen at (609) 395-7979.

Township clarifies recycling schedule

East Brunswick officials are notifying residents this week that, due to a scheduling change, all recycling districts will be collected exactly as stated in the township's Recycling and Solid Waste Calendar. Residents must check the calendar to determine their recycling collection day.

Megilla reading, Purim Spiel next up at temple

Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center, Cornell Avenue, will hold its Reading of the Megilla service, including the annual Purim Spiel with entertainment by the Matzoh Ball Band and a presentation by the temple's religious-school students. Purim gift baskets, which congregants send to each other, may be ordered through the temple office until Feb. 21. Call (732) 251-1119.

Yo-yo champ to display winning ways

Pat Cuartero, the reigning yo-yo world champion, will demonstrate his artistry from 7-8 p.m. on Feb. 16 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. After the program, yo-yos will be available for purchase and adjusted to each owner's height. The 25-year-old Cuartero, the winner of the Sport Ladder Division at the 2006 World Yo-Yo Contest in Orlando, Fla., has been featured on several television programs including ESPN's "Cold Pizza."

Visit www.ebpl.org or call (732) 390-6789 or (732) 390-6767.

Fish-Fry Dinners on menu at Elks lodge

Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will offer its annual Fish-Fry Dinners on Fridays, Feb. 16-April 6, at the Elks lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Dinners will include broiled or fried seafood, a salad bar and dessert. Takeout orders will be available. Call the lodge at (732) 521-2180.

PTA to present casino night, basket raffle

The Milltown PTA will host A Knight of Chance fundraiser from 7 p.m. to midnight on March 3 at the Farrington Manor, East Brunswick. The event will combine a casino night and basket raffle. Admission is $100 per couple, $60 per person, and will include $100 play money per person; games such as craps, roulette, blackjack and video horse racing; and raffle baskets featuring sports tickets, theme baskets, spa baskets, televisions, cell phones and more. Proceeds will go to a mobile computer lab for Joyce Kilmer School, Milltown. E-mail pandaknightspta@hotmail.com or log on to www.milltownpta.org.

Tickets available for St. Stan's Fish Fry

St. Stan's HSA will hold its annual Fish Fry from 4-7 p.m. on Feb. 23 in the St. Stanislaus Kostka School cafeteria, 221 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville.

Dinners will include filet of flounder; vegetable; choice of baked potato, fries or haluski (noodles and cabbage); beverage; and dessert. In addition, the kitchen also will offer a-la-carte pizza, macaroni and cheese, clam chowder, mozzarella sticks and haluski. Tickets cost $12 per person. Advance order is strongly recommended; only a limited amount of tickets will be sold at the door on the day of the event. Tickets may be purchased in advance after all Masses at St. Stan's Church on Feb. 17 and 18 or by calling the parish office at (732) 254-0212.