November 20, 2008 RSS feed / Bulletin Board

Library Friends to host Silent Auction

The Friends of the Milltown Public Library will sponsor a Holiday Silent Auction 8-9 p.m. Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 22 at the library, 20 W. Church St. More...

Church slates Nov. 22 Holiday Mart/Bazaar

The Presbyterian Church of New Brunswick, serving North Brunswick, Milltown, Somerset, East Brunswick, Metuchen and New Brunswick, will hold its 14th annual Holiday Mart/Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. More...

Tricky Tray will aid animal-rights cause

The New Jersey Animal Rights Alliance will host its annual Tricky Tray beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 6 at East Brunswick High School, Cranbury Road. Doors will open at 6 p.m. More...

Craft, vendor show slated at Irwin School

The Irwin Elementary School PTA will sponsor a Fall Craft and Vendor Show from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 22 in the cafeteria at the school, Racetrack Road, East Brunswick, For more information, call Lisa Mazzeo at 732-390-2171. More...

'Honk' will begin Nov. 28 at Villagers

Kids on Stage will present "Honk," a musical based on "The Ugly Duckling" by Hans Christian Andersen, at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 28 and Dec. 5, 2 and 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 29 and Dec. 6, and 2 p.m. Nov. 30 and Dec. More...

Santa breakfast, Toys for Tots event on tap

The Level Club of South River and Philo Lodge No. 243 will sponsor their annual Breakfast With Santa and Toys for Tots Collection from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Philo Masonic Lodge, 120 Old Bridge Turnpike, South River. More...

Vendors sought for Dec. 7 One-Stop-Shop

The Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post No. 253 will host a One-Stop- Shop on Dec. 7 at the post home, 253 DeVoe Ave., Spotswood. Vendors are needed. For more information and to reserve, call 732-251-1221. More...

Event at Applebee's to benefit drama club

The East Brunswick High School Drama Club will sponsor a Dining-to-Donate fundraiser on Nov. 24 at Applebee's, Ryders Crossing Shopping Center, Milltown Road and Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. More...

Vendors needed for Dec. 5 holiday bazaar

The Milltown PTA is seeking vendors for its One-Stop Shoppe: An Evening of Holiday Shopping set for 6-9 p.m. Dec. 5 at Parkview School, Violet Terrace, Milltown. Price per table is $35. To reserve, call 732-227-9911. More...

Talent sought for Youth Open-Mic Night

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company is looking for individuals ages 20 and younger to take part in a Youth Open- Mic Night 7-10 p.m. Nov. 29 at the theater, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. More...

Fundraisers

Nov. 20 • Proceeds Night, sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes School, Milltown, 5-9 p.m., at TGI Friday's, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. Restaurant will donate 20 percent of each school supporter's check (eatin or takeout) to the school. More...

Christmas story set on church grounds

The 25th annual A Drive Through the Christmas Story, an outdoor display of 10 life-size Bible scenes including live costumed characters, animals and holiday music, will be presented 7:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays and 5-9:30 p.m. More...

Holiday Bazaar planned at church

A Holiday Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 22 at West Farms United Methodist Church, 153 Casino Drive, Howell. More...

'2 Days in Paris' next up at film fest

The annual Fall International Film Festival at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will continue on Nov. 25 with 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. More...

Event at Friday's will aid OLOL School

Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School, Milltown, will host a Proceeds Night fundraiser 5-9 p.m. Nov. 20 at TGI Friday's, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. More...

Chamber presents seminar Dec. 4

As part of The Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Seminar Series, SCORE counselor Bill Litchman will present "Writing an Effective Business Plan" Dec. 4 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. More...

Holiday grave blanket sale underway in S.R.

St. Mary's Altar Rosary Society, South River, is holding its annual Holiday Grave Blanket Sale. Cost is $23 for a 36-inch blanket decorated with pine cones, poinsettias and a bow. Orders are being taken through Dec. 6 after all Masses at St. More...

Community invited to interfaith service

South River Council of Congregations will hold its annual Thanksgiving Eve Community Service at 7 p.m. Nov. 26 at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 90 Leonardine Ave., South River. More...

Dinner to raise funds for lodge member

Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will sponsor a fundraising Spaghetti Dinner at 4 p.m. Nov. 23 at the lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave., to benefit member Joe Morrissey who has been hospitalized since October and is without health insurance. More...

Food, toy drive to aid needy local families

The Spotswood High School Octagon Community Service Club will conduct its annual Christmas Food and Toy Drive to assist needy local families beginning Dec. 1. More...

Knitting with Sandy Kandel Dec. 1 and 8

Learn how to knit or improve your skills Dec. 1 and 8 with Sandy Kandel at the East Brunswick Public Library. Beginners will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. and Intermediate/Advanced from 8 to 9 p.m. Class is limited to 30 per level. Adults only. More...

Tricky Tray will aid local theater group

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will sponsor its 14th annual Tricky Tray on Nov. 21 at the Sayreville Senior Center, Main Street. Doors will open at 6 p.m. The event will feature gifts and prizes. More...

Warnsdorfer vendor night set for Dec. 4

The Warnsdorfer Elementary School PTA will hold a vendor night at the school, 9 Hardenburg Lane, at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4. Several vendors will have merchandise available for holiday shopping. For more information, call 732-613-1165. More...

Rec sponsors trips to shows, Macy's parade

The Milltown Department of Recreation will offer several upcoming trips. All events are open to borough residents and nonresidents. A bus trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City is planned for Nov. 27. More...

Fifth annual coat drive continues

The fifth annual coat drive, sponsored by Dr. Debra DeMarco of Monroe Chiropractic Care, Jamesburg, has begun and will continue through Dec. 19. More...

Sweetness of Giving to honor Nissenblatts

Temple B'nai Shalom, East Brunswick, will hold a Sweetness of Giving Gala to honor Dr. Michael Nissenblatt and Marlene Nissenblatt on Nov. 22 at Excelsior Caterers, Manalapan. The event will feature a silent auction, dining and dancing. More...

Leni Lenape event scheduled at park

A program featuring a look at Leni Lenape traditions will begin at 1 p.m. on Nov. 23 at the Cheesequake State Park Interpretive Center, 300 Gordon Road, Old Bridge. More...

SRHS class of '88 plans 20th reunion

The South River High School (SRHS) class of 1988 will hold a 20-year reunion beginning at 7 p.m. Nov. 22 at Ria Mar Restaurant, South River. The event will feature food, cocktails and dancing. Cost is $75 per person, and one guest is allowed. More...

Sons of Norway to host Scandinavian Bazaar

Sons of Norway Noreg Lodge, Marlboro, will sponsor its 28th annual Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 22 and 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 23 at the Old Bridge Township Municipal Center, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. More...

Unwanted jewelry to raise funds for SEPTA

The East Brunswick Special Education PTA (SEPTA) will team up with National Estate Jewelry Buyers of East Brunswick for a fundraising event set to begin at 7:30 p.m. Dec. More...

Cash for gold event will aid Little House

The Little House Association will hold a Turn Your Unwanted Gold Into Cash fundraiser 2-4 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Little House, 12 West George St., South River. More...

Tickets on sale for Breakfast With Santa

The Fathers Club of Immaculate Conception Church will host its annual Breakfast With Santa 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 7 in the Immaculate Conception School auditorium, 23 Manalapan Road, Spotswood. More...

OLOL offers tickets for Evening of Giving

Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School is still offering tickets to the Simon Evening of Giving at Menlo Park Mall, Edison, set for 7-10 p.m. Nov. 23. Event tickets cost $10 each; $7 of the cost directly benefits the school. More...

'Jersey Shore Jam' benefit Nov. 23

The non-profit organization Bridges of Peace will host a "Jersey Shore Jam" benefit concert at The Headliner in Neptune City, Nov. 23, from 3 to 8 p.m. Headlining the show is Gary U.S. Bonds and the Roadhouse Rockers. More...

OLOL seeks vendors for Christmas Festival

Vendors are sought for the Our Lady of Lourdes School Christmas Festival set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 at the school, 44 Cleveland Ave., Milltown. A $50 fee will reserve a 6-foot table. The event will offer a day of holiday shopping and food. More...

'Homenajes' next up for Alborada dancers

The Piscataway Cultural Arts Commission will host the premiere of Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre's "Homenajes," a tribute to the works of Federico Garcia Lorca, Jose Greco and Maria Alba, at 7:30 p.m. Dec. More...

Community invited to interfaith service

The East Brunswick Clergy Council will hold its 33rd annual interdenominational Thanksgiving service at 8 p.m. on Nov. 25 at the Unitarian Society, 176 Tickes Lane, East Brunswick. The community is invited. All are welcome. More...

Rosary society holds pierogi, blintz sale

St. Stanislaus Kostka Rosary Altar Society, Sayreville, is holding a Fresh Pierogi and Blintz Sale for the holidays. Pierogi cost $4.25 per dozen. Blintzes cost $4.50 per package. Various fillings are offered. Order deadline is Dec. 1. More...

S.R. PTA to sponsor Nov. 22 flu clinic

The South River Primary School PTA will hold a flu clinic 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 22 in the multipurpose room at the school, 22 David St. More...

Street fair panel to meet Nov. 25

The Jamesburg Street Fair Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 25 at Jamesburg Borough Hall, Perrineville Road. Meeting participants will help in the planning of the 2009 Jamesburg Street Fair. More...

Tickets on sale for 'Rashomon' at MCC

The Middlesex County College (MCC) Performing Arts Department will present performances of the classic play "Rashomon" at 8 p.m. Nov. 20, 21 and 22 and 2 p.m. on Nov. More...

PTA seeks donations for clothing drive

The PTA of Memorial Elementary School, East Brunswick, will sponsor a Used-Clothing Collection Dec. 1-5. More...

Sociable Singles to meet Nov. 30

Etz Chaim Sociable Singles will hold a meeting 1-4 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The gathering will feature discussions, socializing and refreshments. Admission is $5 per person. More...