October 15, 2009 RSS feed / Bulletin Board

Smith family, farm to be focus of lecture

Manny Alvarez and Ann Alvarez will offer a presentation on three generations of the Smith family, 1879-1998, at an event set for Oct. 18 at the East Brunswick Historical Society, 78 Milltown Road. More...

Library schedules enrichment program

A Reading Enrichment Program for students in grades 3, 4 and 5 is planned for 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Fridays, Oct. 23-Dec. 18, at the Jamesburg Public Library, Gatzmer Avenue. Participants will focus on reading a chapter book. More...

Dance to the oldies at Halloween event

A Halloween Oldies Dance is planned for 7:30-11:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815, 61 Pine St., Old Bridge. The event will feature music by a DJ and dancing to the sounds of the '50s and '60s. More...

Dinner proceeds to aid needy children

Trinity Presbyterian Church, East Brunswick, will sponsor a Wine-Pairing Dinner to benefit Project Child and Casa de Luz Orphanage, Dominican Republic, beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. More...

Fire-Safety Day set at Milltown store

Home Depot, 401 S. Main St., Milltown, will present a Fire-Safety Day noon-4 p.m. Oct. 18. The event will feature participation by the Milltown Police Department. More...

Library sponsoring contests for patrons

A Pumpkin-Weight-Guessing Contest and a Candy-Count Contest are going on at the Spotswood Public Library, 548 Main St. Both contests are free of charge and open to all Spotswood Library cardholders. For more information, call 732-251-1515. More...

Russian Festival planned for Oct. 24

Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church will sponsor a Russian Festival 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24 in the church hall, 9 Jeffrie Ave., South River. More...

Sociable Singles to meet in Monroe

The next meeting of Etz Chaim Sociable Singles is set for 1-4 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The gathering will feature discussions, socializing and refreshments. Admission is $5 per person. More...

Bike Tour to benefit Healthy Communities

The fourth annual Pedaling for Prevention Bike Tour, to support the Coalition for Healthy Communities, is planned for Oct. 18 beginning at Grove 4, Johnson Park, Piscataway. Registration for all events will begin at 9:30 a.m. More...

Essman to appear Nov. 10 at E.B. temple

Comedienne and author Susie Essman will share highlights from her new memoir "What Would Susie Say?" at an event set for 7 p.m. Nov. 10 at Temple B'nai Shalom, Fern and Old Stage roads, East Brunswick. More...

Tickets available for legion Pasta Night

Sons of the American Legion Post No. 25 will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pasta and Much More Night beginning at 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at the legion hall, 4 JFK Blvd., Milltown. More...

Daisy Walk, carnival scheduled in E.B.

The seventh annual Camp Daisy Walk in the Park and Halloween Carnival will begin at noon Oct. 25 in Bicentennial Park, Hardenburg Lane, East Brunswick. More...

Craft Show, Bake Sale scheduled for Oct. 17

The St. Thomas the Apostle HSA annual Fall Craft Show and Bake Sale is set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 17 in the school auditorium, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. The event will feature handmade crafts, baked goods, a tricky tray and a 50/50. More...

Library will offer programs for adults

The Monroe Township Library, 4 Municipal Plaza, has scheduled a variety of upcoming events for adults. The Saturday Review Book Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 17. Topic will be "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver. More...

Assistance sought in planning reunion

The East Brunswick High School (EBHS) class of 1970 will hold a 40-year reunion in August 2010. Organizers are attempting to gather contact information for class members. More...

Stuffed cabbage on menu at church

The First Reformed Church, 40 Thomas St., South River, will hold a Stuffed-Cabbage Dinner 4:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 24. The dinner will include stuffed cabbage, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, bread, dessert and beverage. More...

Roast Beef Dinner on menu at church

Trinity United Methodist Church, 815 Bordentown Ave., Sayreville, will host its annual Roast Beef Dinner 4:30-7 p.m. Oct. 25. Takeouts will be available after 5 p.m. More...

Residents invited to LBWP dinner meeting

The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership (LBWP) will sponsor its annual dinner meeting 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Milltown Senior Center, 60 Violet Terrace. The meeting will begin with a potluck supper. Guest speaker Dr. More...

Candlelit walking tours set at cemetery

The East Brunswick Museum will offer self-guided candlelit walking tours of historic Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Old Bridge Turnpike, near Rues Lane, East Brunswick, 5- 8 p.m. on Oct. 17 and 18. More...

Indoor Flea Market continues Oct. 24

St. Mary Church, South Amboy, will continue its Indoor Flea Market 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 24 in the school cafeteria, Stevens Avenue and Second Street, South Amboy. Numerous vendors will be on site. Food will be available. More...

Gift card will go to blood donors

Kohl's of Old Bridge, 1043 Route 9 north, will sponsor a blood drive 2-8:30 p.m. Oct. 22. Each donor will receive a $15 Kohl's gift card and a complimentary cholesterol screening. All donors must present signed or photo identification. More...

Crafters sought for Holiday Bazaar

The East Brunswick Friends of the Library is seeking arts-and-crafts vendors for its first Holiday Bazaar set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5 at the library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Rental cost is $30 per table. More...

Family Day, Car Show on tap in Spotswood

The Spotswood Drug and Alcohol Alliance Spotswood Family Day and Car Show is set for noon-4 p.m. Oct. 17 at Immaculate Conception School, Manalapan Road, Spotswood. Rain date is Oct. 18. The car show is sponsored by the Hollywood Nights Cruisers. More...

Haunted River Walk to benefit class of '10

The Joyce Kilmer School class of 2010, Milltown, will hold the seventh annual Haunted River Walk 7-9:30 p.m. Oct. More...

Education panel slates Oct. 21 fashion show

The East Brunswick Education Foundation annual Fall Fashion Show will be held at 6:30-9:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at the East Brunswick Chateau, Cranbury Road. More...

Club schedules Oct. 19 'Christmas Child' talk

The Junior Woman's Club of the Greater Brunswick Area will sponsor a discussion titled "Operation Christmas Child" at 8 p.m. Oct. 19 at the United Methodist Church Friendship Hall, Main Street, Milltown. More...

Luncheon, ads to aid U.S. troops overseas

Consumers and businesses are invited to join East Brunswick AARP Chapter No. 4855 in supporting U.S. overseas military and their families by attending a fundraiser luncheon set for noon-4 p.m. Nov. More...

Residents invited to meet firefighters

The Brookview Volunteer Fire Company, East Brunswick Fire District No. 3, will host an open house 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Colonial Oaks Firehouse, intersection of Dunhams Corner Road and Church Lane, East Brunswick. More...

Public invited to 'Wounded Warriors'

The Spotswood High School History Club will present a program titled "Our Wounded Warriors" at 2:45 p.m. Oct. 22 in the media center at the high school, Summerhill Road. The event will feature wounded warriors from the current and past conflicts. More...

'Scouts of Harlem' to be shown Oct. 17

Scout Troop No. 54 of Jamesburg-Monroe will sponsor the New Jersey premiere screening of "759: Boy Scouts of Harlem," a film by Jake Boritt and Justin Szlasa, 7 p.m. Oct. More...

Conklin Methodist to commemorate 150th

Conklin United Methodist Church, 82 Main St., South River, is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2009. The highlight of the celebration will be an Anniversary/Homecoming Worship set for 4 p.m. Oct. 18. More...

District offering special-ed services

The Child Study Team for the Milltown School District is seeking to identify preschool age and school-age students who are in need of special-education and related services, as well as students with disabilities, regardless of the severity of the d More...

'Heavenly Harps' coming to library

More than two dozen harpists will perform in "Heavenly Harps" set for 1:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. More...

Dinner to benefit children with cancer

Prodigal Foundation Inc. will host an all-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner 4-8 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Hungarian American Citizens Club, 95 Port Reading Ave., Woodbridge. More...

Tickets on sale for Dining for a Cause

East Brunswick Mayor David Stahl will host the township's first Dining for a Cause community fundraiser beginning at 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at the new East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. More...

Walk for Autism Oct. 18 in New Brunswick

Douglass Organization for Occupational & Related Educational Services (DOORS), New Brunswick, will present the Jan Handleman Memorial Walk for Autism that will take place 10 a.m. Oct. More...

Marching-band event scheduled at MTHS

The Monroe Township High School (MTHS) Marching Band/Color Guard will hold its third annual U.S. Scholastic Band Association (USSBA) Band Competition at 6 p.m. Oct. 17 on the football field at the high school, 1697 Perrineville Road. More...

PTA to sponsor Oct. 17 flu clinic

The South River Primary School PTA will hold a flu clinic, "Let's Fight Flu Together," 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 17 in the multipurpose room at the school, 22 David St. More...

Sign-ups under way for Frost on Pumpkin

Registration forms are available for the 30th annual South River Frost on the Pumpkin 10K Road Race set for Oct. 25 at Dailey's Pond, Thomas and William streets. More...

Confidential tip line inaugurated in E.B.

The East Brunswick Department of Public Safety recently established a confidential tip line to receive information from concerned citizens regarding criminal or suspicious activity. More...

Ticket sale to benefit scholarships, charities

The East Brunswick Woman's Club is selling tickets for the 8 p.m. Nov. 20 performance of "Guys and Dolls" at Playhouse 22 in the new East Brunswick Community Arts Center, Cranbury Road. More...

Meeting to shed light on N.J. verified voting

Irene Goldman and Stephanie Harris of the Coalition for Peace Action of Princeton will lead a discussion titled "Will Your Vote Count? More...

Rosary society seeking flea-market vendors

Vendors are sought for the St. Bernadette's Altar-Rosary Society Flea Market set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 24 in the church's O'Dea Hall, Princeton and Villanova roads, Parlin section of Old Bridge. Refreshments will be sold. More...

Activities planned at senior center

A variety of programs are offered at the Monroe Township Senior Center, 1 Municipal Plaza, in the Monroe Municipal Building, Perrineville Road. Regular activities at the center include: • line dancing — 10 a.m. More...

Rib Fest to raise funds for veterans, charity

The Level Club of South River and Philo Masonic Lodge No. 243 will hold a Rib Fest 1-5 p.m. Oct. 17 on the picnic grounds at the Masonic Temple, 120 Old Bridge Turnpike, South River. More...

Junior youth group to sponsor food drive

The Spotswood Reformed Church Junior Youth Group will hold a Drive-Thru Food Collection for CUP, the local food bank, noon-3 p.m. Oct. 18 in the church parking lot, 429 Main St. More...

Residents invited to meet candidate

Independent Milltown Borough Council candidate Randy Farkas will appear at a meet-and-greet 3-5 p.m. Oct. 18 at Lucky's American Café, Main Street, Milltown. Residents are invited to speak with the candidate. Coffee and tea will be served. More...

EBHS to host Oct. 22 marching-band event

The East Brunswick High School (EBHS) Marching Band will present its annualMarching Band Competition and Food Drive beginning Oct. 22 at Jay Doyle Field at the high school, Cranbury Road. More...

Korean War Vets seeking CDs, DVDs

Central Jersey Chapter No. 148 Korean War Veterans is collecting music CDs and current or classic DVDs for the recreation/ entertainment department at the New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home at Menlo Park, Edison. More...