Children's Specialized Hospital, the country's largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital, will celebrate the construction of its 10th and newest facility, PSE&G Children's Specialized Hospital-New Brunswick, with a Walk 'n' Roll set for May 19 in Johnson Park, Piscataway. Registration will begin at 9 a.m.

Walk courses are 1, 2.5 or 5 miles. Wheelchairs, bikes and wagons are welcome.

The public is invited. There will be free food, music and children's activities following the walk.

The new hospital will care for children affected by traumatic brain and spinal-cord injuries as well as special needs due to premature birth. The 60-bed inpatient center is expected to open in early 2008, joining Children's Specialized sites in Mountainside, the Toms River section of Dover, Fanwood and Hamilton.

To register for the walk, call (908) 389-5646 or log on to www.forchildrens.org.

Monday Morning panel will meet on May 14

The Monday Morning Advocacy Network of Middlesex County will hold its monthly meeting from 1-3 p.m. on May 14 at the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive.

Members will have the opportunity to address code-enforcement and traffic-safety officials from three municipalities in Middlesex County on the topics of building accessibility and the enforcement of accessible parking laws. Plans for an activity in June to deal with problems at the New Brunswick train station will also be discussed.

The meeting will feature a celebration honoring Larry Rivera on his retirement as director of the Middlesex County Office for the Disabled.

To register and/or for more information, call Anita at (732) 679-0393 or e-mail aclavering@netzero.com. For audio-visual accommodations, call David at (732) 549-0879. Middlesex County Area Transit consumers should call (800) 221-3520 for transportation to the meeting. NJ Transit Access Link consumers may call (800) 955-2321 (811 bus route).

Alzheimer's support group to meet May 17

The Alzheimer's support group will hold a meeting May 17 at 7 p.m. at Oak Woods Senior Building, 700 Woods Lane, Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick.

The workshop, "The ABCs of Caregiving" will be presented May 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at 3186 Route 27, Kendall Park section of South Brunswick. The free workshop is designed to assist individuals caring for an older adult in knowing when and how to intervene, and what resources are available. Seating is limited and registration is required.

To register or for more information, call Kathleen at (732) 651-2099 or Carol at (732) 355-9011, ext. 204.

E.B. affordable housing will be topic at seminar

The East Brunswick Community Housing Corporation will sponsor a seminar explaining the affordable housing opportunities in East Brunswick at 7:30 p.m. on May 15 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.

Affordable-housing options in the township include rental units, for-sale units and financial assistance including closing-cost and down-payment subsidies and first-time mortgage programs.

Admission is free of charge. Registration is not required. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, call (732) 390-6870.

Adults invited to Drum Circle Workshop

Richard Reiter's Spiritual Drum Circle Workshop is planned for 7 p.m. on May 12 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. The event, which is sponsored by the Friends of the Library, is open to all adults, regardless of the extent or the lack of their musical training.

According to Reiter, drumming together with a diverse group of people can reduce stress, bring individuals closer together and help participants celebrate life. A jazz musician, he studied African drumming in Senegal. In addition to leading a band and playing the saxophone, clarinet, flute and drums, Reiter is an educator and an Emmy-award-winning composer.

Registration is required. Drums will be provided; however, participants may bring their own drum. For more information and to register, call (732) 390-6767.

Cyclists sought for MS Bike Tour

The Mid-Jersey MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Coast the Coast Bike Tour is set for May 19 and 20. Cyclists may choose from a 25-, 50-, 85- or 170-mile tour. Proceeds from the event will raise money to fund research and programs to address the challenges of MS. For more information and to register, log on to www.mjcms.org or call (732) 660-1005 or (800) FIGHT-MS.

Villagers announces auditions for 'Tape'

The Black Box at Villagers Theatre will hold auditions for "Tape," a drama by Stephen Belber, May 14 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex, 415 Demott Lane, Somerset. Two men and one woman, age 20-35, are needed.

Show dates will run June 29 through July 15. The play will be directed by Elaine Wallace, produced by Tina Lee and stage managed by Jen Wagner, with lighting design by Paul Carver. Executive Producer of the Black Box is Jonathan Wierzbicki. For more information e-mail tina@villagerstheatre.com.

Registration under way for Garbarini golf event

Milltown Fire Department will present the fifth annual Charles Garbarini golf outing June 11 at Cranbury Golf Club, 49 Southfield Road, West Windsor. The shotgun scramble begins at 10 a.m.

Charles Garbarini was a Lieutenant with the New York City Fire Department, and was lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Cost is $135 per person, which includes donuts, coffee, lunch and buffet dinner. There will be prizes for winning teams, longest drives, closest to the pin, door prizes, and "Beat the Hunky." Proceeds benefit charities, and other causes requested by the Garbarini family.

Spaces are limited. For information, call Jules at (732) 803-8691, visit www.milltownfire.org.

Cleanup will raise

awareness of Darfur

The Committee on Conscience-New Jersey will sponsor a cleanup of Summerhill Road between Cranbury Road and Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, beginning at 8:30 a.m. on May 19.

Interested individuals, who will meet at the Bagel Cafe, 647 Route 18, East Brunswick, are invited to pick up trash and raise awareness about the genocide in Darfur, Sudan. Participants should wear a T-shirt that makes a statement. The event will begin with a letter-writing campaign to local newspapers. Talking points will be provided.

For more information, log on to http://CoC-NJ.home.comcast.net or call Leslie at (732) 613-7263.

Spotswood Police offering

Junior Police Academy

The Spotswood Police Department is accepting applications for its third annual Junior Police Academy planned for 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20-27. Boys and girls entering grades 9-12 in the fall are invited to participate.

The weeklong academy, which will feature classroom instruction and hands-on learning, is offered free of charge. Space is limited.

Applications are available at police headquarters, 77 Summerhill Road.

For more information, call Sgt. Chris Bierman at (732) 416-1855.

Donors sought for

E.B. school blood drive

A blood drive in honor of Frost Elementary School fifth-grader Tara Stout, who is battling leukemia, is planned for 4-8 p.m. on May 14 at the school, 65 Frost Ave., East Brunswick. The event is sponsored by the Frost PTA.

Participants are sought to donate blood and/or to be tested to register their cells for bone-marrow donation. Call Jodi Mosseri at (732) 238-7115 or Anne Ward at (732) 432-7731.

S. River Elementary concerts May 10, 31

Students and band members from South River Elementary School will perform spring concerts beginning May 10 with students in third and fourth grades. Fifth-grade students will perform May 31, with both concerts at 7 p.m. at the cafetorium.

The concerts are under the direction of music teachers Joseph Vitaliano and Vincent Mazzilli. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Kidsworks will stage

'Rapunzel, Frog Prince'

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will present its Kidsworks production of "Rapunzel and the Frog Prince" at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on May 12 and 19 and 2 p.m. on May 20 at the Main Street Theatre in Garden Friends Early Learning Center, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville.

The play, written by Michele L. Vacca, is being produced by special arrangement with Chicago on Stage.

General-admission tickets cost $6 at the door.

Upcoming Kidworks Productions will include "Beauty and the Beast" on July 7, 8 and 14, and "Sleeping Beauty" on Sept. 8, 9 and 15.

For more information, call (732) 553-1153.

Donors sought for

E.B. school blood drive

A blood drive in honor of Frost Elementary School fifth-grader Tara Stout, who is battling leukemia, is planned for 4-8 p.m. on May 14 at the school, 65 Frost Ave., East Brunswick. The event is sponsored by the Frost PTA.

Participants are sought to donate blood and/or to be tested to register their cells for bone-marrow donation.

For more information or to volunteer, call Jodi Mosseri at (732) 238-7115 or Anne Ward at (732) 432-7731.

Fathers Club to hold

card game fundraiser

The Immaculate Conception Fathers' Club of Spotswood will sponsor a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament May 19 in the auditorium at Immaculate Conception School, 23 Manalapan Road, Spotswood. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the tournament runs from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m.

The event will feature licensed dealers and casino poker tables. Cost is $125 for "buy-ins," with "re-buys" at $50 during the first hour. Satellite games will be held. Payouts will be in the form of gift cards. Registration includes sandwiches, salads, beverages and dessert. Proceeds will be used for school technology improvements. For more information and to reserve, call (732) 626-0494.

Woman's club sets

installation dinner

The East Brunswick Woman's Club will hold its annual Installation Dinner at 6 p.m. on May 15 at the East Brunswick Chateau, Cranbury Road.

New members will be installed and honor-roll and 25-year pins will be awarded. The slate of new executive board members will be announced. Guests are welcome to attend.

Cost is $31 per person, with a choice of four dinner entrees.

For reservations or more information, call Rose at (732) 254-5294 or Virginia at (732) 565-0566.

Mill. Lions Doo-Wop Night May 12

The Milltown Lions Club will hold a Doo-Wop Night May 12 from 7:30-11 p.m. at American Legion Post No. 25, JFK Boulevard, Milltown.

The benefit will raise funds for the visually impaired. it will feature the oldies group "Sidewalk Serenade." Admission is $20 and includes snacks, and door prizes. There will be a cash bar.

For tickets or more information, call (732) 545-1177. Tickets are also available at Milltown ice Cream Depot, Washington Avenue.

Sponsorships available for Scouts' golf classic

Boy Scout Troop 3 will hold its first golf classic May 21 at 1 p.m. at Concordia Golf Club, Monroe. Hole sponsorships are still available.

The format will be four-man scramble, and the fee is $100 per player. Individuals may enter alone and will be placed on a team.

A dinner and prizes will follow the classic. Proceeds will help to send the Scouts to the 2010 National Jamboree in Virginia.

For more information, call Tom at (732) 723-5000.

Veterans sought for

Memorial Day event

East Brunswick Township invites all veterans to participate in the town's annual Memorial Day observance to be held from 1-4 p.m. on May 27 at the East Brunswick Civic Center.

Veterans need not be East Brunswick residents to participate.

For more information, call (732) 390-6797 or log on to www.east-brunswick.org.

Orchestra of St. Peter by Sea in concert June 8

Church of the Sacred Heart, 56 Throop Ave., New Brunswick, will begin the celebration of its 125th anniversary year with a kick-off concert featuring the Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea conducted by the Rev. Alphonse Stephenson June 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased at the parish center.

For more information, call Ron at (732) 821-8189, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Advance tickets offered

for St. Stan's Carnival

Discounted ride tickets and advance 50/50 raffle tickets for the upcoming 2007 St. Stan's Carnival to be held on the St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish grounds, MacArthur Avenue and Main Street, Sayreville, may be purchased at several area locations according to the following schedule:

+ prior to Sunday-Afternoon Bingo at St. Stan's Parish, noon to 1:30 p.m. on June 3, 10 and 17;

+ prior to Tuesday-Night Bingo at St. Stan's Parish, 6-7:30 p.m. on June 5, 12 and 19;

+ Foodtown of South Amboy, Bordentown Avenue, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 9;

+ Sayreville Seafood and Deli, Washington Road, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 16 and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 17.

For more information, call the parish office at (732) 254-0212.

Sons of Italy invites guests to May 15 dinner

The Order of the Sons of Italy, Sgt. John Basilone Lodge, will serve a homemade dinner at 6:30 p.m. on May 15 at the Imperial Music Center, 48 Appleby Ave., South River.

The meal will include salad, escarole, bean and pasta soup, lasagna with ricotta cheese or plain pasta with sauce, coffee and cake.

Cost is $9 per person. For more information, call (732) 238-0310 on the day of the event.

Slide tour of ballparks

next up at E.B. Library

"Batter Up: A Photographic Tour of Legendary Baseball Parks" is set for 7-9 p.m. on May 11 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.

Stanton Green, professor of anthropology at Monmouth University, West Long Branch, will offer a slide-photograph tour of some of America's best-known and most-loved baseball parks and an examination of the country's obsession with the sport. A question-and-answer session will follow. The program is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, call (732) 390-6767 or log on to www.ebpl.org.

Dining at Applebee's

to aid EBHS Bowling

The East Brunswick High School (EBHS) Boys and Girls Bowling Teams Parents Association will sponsor a Dining to Donate fundraiser from 4 p.m. to closing on May 18 at Applebee's of Milltown, Milltown Road and Ryders Lane.

Diners who eat in or take out should present a Dining to Donate flier at the restaurant. Applebee's will then donate 10 percent of supporters' bills to the teams. The flier must be presented for the donation to count.

For more information and to obtain a flier, call Jo Ann Hage at (732) 821-1212.

Candidates to appear at

Monroe GOP meeting

The monthly meeting of the Monroe Township Republican Club will be held at 7:30 p.m. on May 17 at Garvey's Restaurant, Spotswood-Gravel Hill Road, Monroe.

The meeting is designed to hear members' concerns about Monroe in preparation for the upcoming election. Monroe mayoral candidate Tom Nothstein and Township Council candidates Karen Scarpa and Carlos Lopez will be on hand.

Current and new members are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, call Tom Nothstein at (908) 217-9190.

Jamesburg Dems

to meet on May 17

The Jamesburg Democratic Club will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. on May 17 at Liso's Country Cafe, 49 E. Railroad Ave., Jamesburg.

Participants will meet with fellow borough Democrats to discuss events in Jamesburg.

New members are welcome to attend.

Molly Pitcher Stitchers

to sponsor Tricky Tray

The Molly Pitcher Stitchers Quilt Guild will hold a Tricky Tray during its monthly gathering on May 14 in Neff Chapel at Old Tennent Church, Tennent section of Manalapan. Doors will open at 7 p.m.

Prizes will include various items for quilting, such as books, patterns, fabric, tools and finished quilt tops that only need to be quilted and bound. For more information, call Gail at (732) 679-9627.

Belarusian Festival coming to South River

St. Euphrosynia Belarusian Greek-Orthodox Church, South River, will hold its annual Belarusian Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 23 at the Belarusian-American Center, 284 Whitehead Ave., South River.

The event will feature ethnic food and music, tricky trays, prizes, baked goods and more. For more information, call Tanya at (732) 516-8661.

OLOL 'Proceeds Night' events May 10, 24

Our Lady of Lourdes School (OLOL), Milltown, will host two "Proceeds Night" fundraisers May 10 and 24 from 5-9 p.m. at TGIFriday's Restaurant, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. The establishment will donate 20 percent of each check (eat-in or take-out) to OLOL. Diners must present a flyer to the donation to count. Call the school office at (732) 828-1951 or visit www.ololschoolnj.org.

Pancake Breakfast planned at legion post

Sons of the American Legion, American Legion Post No. 25, 4 JFK Blvd., Milltown, will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake and Much More Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon on May 20.

Donation is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10. Free parking will be available across the street from the post home. For more information and directions, call (732) 828-7125.