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      Bulletin Board July 23, 2009  RSS feed
      Palma to sing classics, oldies Aug. 1
            Patsy Palma will be joined by some of his musical friends in a concert set for 8 p.m. Aug. 1 at the Main Street Theatre, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. The evening will feature classic standards and golden oldies. Light Italian and American fare will be on sale at the theater café.
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      National Night Out to honor local hero
            The Spotswood Police Department will hold its National Night Out: America's Night Out Against Crime, honoring hometown hero Army Spc. Michael L. Gonzalez, 5-8 p.m. Aug. 4 on the grounds of the Spotswood Municipal Building, Summerhill Road.
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      Blood drive planned for Aug. 1 at church
            St. Thomas the Apostle Church, in cooperation with Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815, will hold a summer blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 1 in the parish auditorium, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. Donors must be between the ages of 17 and 75, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in reasonably good health.
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      School seeks members for advisory council
            New members are sought for the Our Lady of Lourdes School Advisory Council (SAC), Milltown, which was organized in July 2006 to share in the governance of the parish school. The council was charged by the Diocese of Metuchen to make recommendations to the pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and the principal of Our Lady of Lourdes School in areas pertinent to the school.
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      Tickets on sale for legion Pig Roast
            Sons of the American Legion Post No. 25 will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pig Roast 1-8 p.m. Aug. 1 at Milltown American Legion Hall, 4 JFK Blvd. The event, which will take place rain or shine, will feature the pig roast, beer, soda, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.
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      Worship center plans block party
            The New Life in Christ Regional Worship Center will sponsor a block party noon-5 p.m. July 25 at 3 Lawrence St., New Brunswick. The event will feature music, food, games, activities for children, door prizes and giveaways. A mobile health unit from Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, will offer free health screenings noon-2 p.m.
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      JFVS program to offer parenting guidance
            Jewish Family and Vocational Service (JFVS) of Middlesex County will present a free dessert reception and presentation, "Game On! Parenting in a Virtual World," July 26 in Highland Park.
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      'Tell No One' to close library film festival
            The 2009 Summer International Film Festival at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will conclude on July 28 with 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. screenings of the French suspense thriller "Tell No One." The 2006 movie, which is not rated, was directed by Guillaume Canet.
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      Rummage Sale slated for four days
            Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, will host its annual Rummage Sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 26 and Aug. 2, and 5-8 p.m. July 28 and Aug. 3. The event will feature bargains on clothing, furniture, jewelry, housewares, toys, linens and more.
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      Anglican church will sponsor VBS
            St. George's Anglican Church, 56 Main St., Helmetta, will offer a vacation Bible school (VBS) 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 10-14. Participants will discover "The Untamed Nature of God" and explore "Wildwood Forest." For more information, call 732-521-0169 or log on to www.stgeorgeshelmetta.org.
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      Middlesex County Fair planned for Aug. 3-9
            The Middlesex County Fair will take place 5-11 p.m. Aug. 3-7, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 8 and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 9 at the fairgrounds, Cranbury and Fern roads, East Brunswick.
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      Environmental panel plans watershed walk
            The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership (LBWP) will offer a watershed walk beginning at 9 a.m. July 25 in the northern limits of New Jersey's Pine Barrens aquifer region, the South River Watershed, John A. Phillips County Preserve, at the end of Maple Street, Old Bridge.
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      Early-learning centers schedule open houses
            The Goddard Schools of Old Bridge, Sayreville and Spotswood will hold open houses 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 27-31. During their visit, children will have the opportunity to join in story time, create an art project and interact with other youngsters. A tuition discount will apply for those who enroll at the event.
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      Spotswood H.S. class of 1979 sets reunion
            The Spotswood High School class of 1979 will hold a 30-year class reunion 7-11 pm. Oct. 3 at the Cambridge Inn, Spotswood. Cost is $50 per person and includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, beer, wine, soda and dessert. Music will be provided by a DJ.
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      'Ladies of Luxury' coming to library
            "Ladies of Luxury," a free program on America's first women millionaires, will be presented at noon July 31 at the Spotswood Public Library, 548 Main St. The performance, featuring Kati Bedow Brower and Diane Warn-Farris of Local Commotion, is an hour-long visit with two wealthy, self-made 19th-century women, Madam C.J. Walker and Annie May Turnborough.
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      Senior well-being to be topic at church
            Bobbi Guseman, assistant administrator of the Reformed Church Home, Old Bridge, offer a presentation titled "Prevention: The Key to Health and Well-Being for Seniors" 7 p.m. at the First Reformed Church, 40 Thomas St., South River.
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      Songwriters to go behind the music
            "Nashville-Style in the Round," a program offering an inside look at professional musicians and their work, is set for 7-9 p.m. July 30 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.
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      Participants sought for home-arts event
            The Middlesex County Fair Association invites county residents to participate in the Home-Arts Festival at the Middlesex County Fair set for Aug. 3-9 at the fairgrounds, Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. Home-arts categories include photography, art, vegetables, fruits, flowers, crafts, sewing, needlework, knitting and crochet, woodworking, baking and canning.
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      Rosary society seeks flea-market vendors
            The St. Thomas Rosary Society, Old Bridge, is seeking vendors for its 19th annual Giant Flea Market set for 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 12 in St. Thomas the Apostle Church parking lot, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. Spaces cost $15 each, $25 for two. Table-rental fee is $5 per table.
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      Wellness fair set at library, senior center
            The East Brunswick Public Library and the East Brunswick Senior Center will hold an Adult Prime-Time Wellness and Lifestyle Fair 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1 at the senior center and at the library, both Jean Walling Civic Center. Free blood-pressure, osteoporosis and blood-sugar screenings will be offered at the senior center.
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      Monroe writers' play runs thru July 26
            Berdanhand Productions is continuing performances of "Fade Out at Clo-Achers," an original play by Monroe residents Myra Danon and Meryl Berness, through July 26 at the Empire Diner Restaurant Dessert Theater, 4135 Route 9 North, Freehold.
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      VFW ladies auxiliary to gather on July 28
            The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4699, Sayreville, will hold its next monthly meeting at 8 p.m. July 28 at the post, Jernee Mill Road, Sayreville. The meeting will offer an opportunity to voice ideas on ways to help U.S. soldiers overseas.
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      SWMHS class of '89 plans Oct. 17 reunion
            The Sayreville War Memorial High School (SWMHS) class of 1989 will hold a 20-year reunion 7 p.m.-midnight Oct. 17 at Ria Mar Restaurant, South River. The event will include a buffet, beer, wine, sangria and entertainment. Ticket price is $75 per person before Aug. 1, $80 per person after that date.
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      Free concert on tap July 24 at Corner Café
            Vocal entertainer Bob Orlowski will appear in a free concert set for 8-10 p.m. July 24 at the Corner Café located in Body and Soul, 79 E. Railroad Ave., Jamesburg. Orlowski specializes in the style of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Nat "King" Cole and other "crooners.
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      Senior Connections to meet at Forsgate
            The Residence at Forsgate, 319 Forsgate Drive, Monroe, will host the next Seniors Connections speed-networking event 8-10 a.m. July 29. The purpose of the Senior Connections meetings is to allow professionals in the eldercare market to meet on a regular basis, network, exchange ideas and learn new information. Admission is free of charge.
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      Fishing Derby planned in Monroe
            The Monroe Township Recreation Department will hold its annual Fishing Derby for Monroe residents from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 11 at Molders Fish Farm, John Wall Road, Monroe. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Hooks, bobbers and worms will be provided. Participants must bring their own fishing poles. The free event will include refreshments and prizes.
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