Tickets available for Wine-Tasting Social
      St. Bartholomew Columbiettes will host its first Wine-Tasting Social 7-10 p.m. Sept. 19 in St. Bartholomew's Parish Hall, 460 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Cost is $10 per person and includes tasting, snacks and dessert. Wine tasting and presentations will be by Marketplace Wine and Spirits, East...
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Golf-outing proceeds will aid rescue squads
      Volunteer rescue squads in nine New Jersey communities will receive proceeds from the fifth annual Chelsea Senior Living and Inglemoor Rehabilitation and Care Center Golf Outing set for Sept. 16 at Fiddler's Elbow Golf and Country Club, 81 Rattlesnake Bridge Road, Bedminster. Breakfast is schedule...
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Rummage Sale to aid yeshiva high school
      Moshe Aaron Yeshiva High School, South River, will hold a Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 14 at 34 Charles St., South River. Giftware, toys and gently used clothing will be available at bargain prices. For more information, call 732-613- 7460, ext. 17.
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Vendors needed for Sept. 13 Giant Yard Sale
      The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of East Brunswick and the St. Bartholomew Knights of Columbus will hold their annual Giant Yard Sale from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 13 in the parking lot at St. Bartholomew's Church, 460 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. The event will be held rain or shine.
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Fundraisers
      Sept. 4-13 • End-of-Summer Book Sale, sponsored by the Spotswood Public Library, during regular hours, at the library, 548 Main St. Interested individuals invited to preview a selection of "nearly new" books on art, architecture and design, biography and history, each selling for $5.
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Vendors are sought for Old Bridge Day
      The Old Bridge Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking vendors for Old Bridge Day 2008 set for Sept. 27. The event will feature amusements, food, crafts and live entertainment. For more information or to reserve, call 732-607-7940 or log on to www.oldbridge. com.
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Monroe Country Fair scheduled for Sept. 14
      The 20th annual Monroe Township Country Fair is set for noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 14 at Thompson Park, Perrineville Road. Rain date is Sept. 28. The event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Mother's Club and the Monroe Township Recreation Department.
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9/11 service to feature prayer, speech, song
      The township of Monroe will hold an Evening of Remembrance Community Candlelight Memorial Service beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at Memorial Tree Park, Prospect Plains and Half Acre roads, Monroe.
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Curtain to rise on Simon's 'Odd Couple'
      Villagers Theatre, a nonprofit center for the performing and cultural arts, will present its main stage production of the Neil Simon comedy "The Odd Couple" at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays, Sept. 12-28, at the theater, 415 DeMott Lane, Somerset section of Franklin.
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Pot Roast Dinner on menu at VFW
      Spotswood Veterans of Foreign Wars will sponsor a Pot Roast Dinner 3-7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the post home, 33 Daniel Road. Cost is $8 per person. Takeouts will be available. There will be a 50/50 raffle; winner need not be present to win. For more information and tickets, call 732-251-9862.
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Salon holds cut-a-thon for McDonald House
      Voi Salon & Spa, 253 Route 18 South, East Brunswick, will hold a cut-a-thon from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 29 to benefit the Ronald McDonald House, New Brunswick. The Ronald McDonald House provides families of critically ill children with meals and a comfortable place to stay while their love ones u...
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Donations sought for library yard/bake sale
      The Jamesburg Public Library, Gatzmer Avenue, is seeking donations for its upcoming yard and bake sale. Treasures such as those from residents' attics, garages and basements are currently being accepted at the library. The sale will take place on the lawn of the library from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Se...
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Dance troupe selling Shop-for-a-Cause passes
      Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre is offering Macy's Shop-for-a-Cause shopping passes to benefit charities across the United States. Patrons, who may use the shopping pass all day Sept. 20 at any Macy's store, will be eligible for special discounts, a drawing for a $500 Macy's gift card and more.
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Elks will pay tribute to 9/11 victims, families
      Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will hold a 9/11 tribute ceremony at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at the lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave. The public is invited to attend. The event will pay tribute to the fallen heroes, family and friends who were lost in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Refreshments will be ...
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Fall Fishing Derby scheduled for Sept. 6
      The borough of Helmetta will hold its Fall Fishing Derby at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 6. The derby will be held at Helmetta Lake, off John Street. For more information, call 732-521-4946, ext. 100.
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Home-based travel agent seminar coming to E.B.
      The Association of Home-Based Travel Agents will hold its next seminar at 6 p.m. Sept. 9 at the East Grand Buffet, 6 Edgeboro Road, East Brunswick. All travel agents and associates are invited. Membership is not required.
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Photo club schedules competition, lecture
      The Raritan Photographic Society is a photography club that meets twice a month, September-May. The club's first meeting of 2008-09 is set for 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, and will feature a photo competition.
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Vendor space available at Spotswood Family Day
      Vendors are sought for the Spotswood Drug and Alcohol Alliance Spotswood Family Day set for noon-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at Spotswood High School, Summerhill Road. Participating vendors will begin to set up at 9 a.m. Hot dogs, soda and cotton candy will be available. A car show will be held. The Spotswoo...
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Quarterback Club plans car wash, clothing drive
      The East Brunswick Quarterback Club will sponsor a fundraising car wash and clothing drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 13 at East Brunswick High School, Cranbury Road. Cost is $5 per vehicle. Used clothing, shoes, stuffed animals, linens, comforters, etc. (no household items or furniture), are so...
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Giant Yard Sale coming to South River
      The Level Club of South River will hold its semiannual Giant Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 6 at the Masonic Temple, 120 Old Bridge Turnpike, South River. Rain date is Sept. 7. For more information, call Robert Szegeti at 732-390-5732.
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Touchdown Club to hold Sept. 6 car wash
      The Spotswood High School Touchdown Club will sponsor a car wash from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 6 at Spotswood High School, 105 Summerhill Road, Spotswood. Proceeds will benefit the football program. Cost is $5 per car.
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Alzheimer's caregivers will gather for support
      Raritan Bay Medical Center will sponsor an Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Caregivers Support Group meeting from 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 8 in Auxiliary Hall C, lower level of the Medical Arts Building, adjacent to the hospital's Old Bridge division, Ferry Road, between routes 9 and 18.
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Tickets available for networking party
      The Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Largest Networking Party 5-8 p.m. Sept. 16 on the roof of the Hyatt Regency New Brunswick. The event will feature networking, food and music. More than 1,500 guests attended the event last year.
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Prospective members invited to artists meeting
      The Suburban Artists Guild (SAG) of Central New Jersey will hold an open membership meeting at 1 p.m. Sept. 12 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, Ryders Lane. A light luncheon will be served. Adult artists of all ages and levels, beginner to professional, are welcome...
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Bariatric weight-loss support group to meet
      Raritan Bay Medical Center will sponsor a Bariatric Weight-Loss Support Group meeting 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 18 in Centennial Hall at the hospital's Perth Amboy division, 530 New Brunswick Ave. The meeting is designed for individuals who have had weight-loss surgery, are contemplating weight-loss surg...
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Players, sponsors sought for Cooper Classic event
      The Cooper Classic golf outing to benefit the Chris Cooper Scholarship Fund is planned for Sept. 15 at Cruz Farms, Farmingdale. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. Shotgun start is set for 12:30 p.m.
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Reformed Church sets car-wash fundraiser
      The First Reformed Church, 40 Thomas St., South River, will hold a car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 6 in the church parking lot. Participants should use the parking-lot entrance on Leland Street. Rain date is Sept. 13. Call the church office at 732-257-1994 for more information.
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Car wash scheduled for Sept. 14 in Jamesburg
      A car wash will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Sept. 14 at the Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg, 175 Gatzmer Ave. The event is a fundraiser for the church's Christian Education Committee.
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Vendors, crafters sought for Heritage Day
      The South River Municipal Alliance is seeking vendors, crafters and exhibitors for its 12th annual South River Heritage Day celebration set for noon-5 p.m. Sept. 27 on Montgomery Street, next to South River High School. The event, which will take place rain or shine, will be held indoors in case ...
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Artist's exhibit at mall gallery opens Sept. 15
      VSA arts of New Jersey, New Brunswick, will present an exhibit by Christina Symanski Sept. 15-Nov. 14 at Red Horse Gallery, upper level at Freehold Raceway Mall. An artist's reception will be 6-8 p.m. Sept. 18. Symanski was an art teacher at Warnsdorfer Elementary School, East Brunswick. She was ...
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Women's group to make ceramic honey dishes
      The Women's Circle of Bris Avrohom of Old Bridge will host a workshop at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at the home of Dina Kanelsky. Participants will design ceramic honey dishes that will be fired and returned in time for use during Rosh Hashanah. For reservations and more information, call 732-316-7600, e-...
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Hospital auxiliary sets Paris Fashions Sale
      The Raritan Bay Medical Center Old Bridge Auxiliary will sponsor a fundraising Paris Fashions Sale from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 12 in Auxiliary Hall B and C, lower level of the Medical Arts Building, adjacent to the hospital's Old Bridge division, off Ferry Road, between routes 9 and 18.
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Public invited to YMCA health, wellness lectures
      Michael E. Rothman, M.D., medical director of MC Wellness and Aesthetics, East Brunswick, will offer a series of talks for the Activate America lecture series at the Raritan Valley YMCA, 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick. Dr.
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Health fair to feature free medical screenings
      Raritan Bay Medical Center, Old Bridge and Perth Amboy divisions, and the Filipino- American Association will sponsor a free health fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 6 at St. Ambrose Church, Throckmorton Lane, Old Bridge.
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Tickets available for Alborada performance
      The Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway, will present the Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre in a performance of the cross-cultural "Spain Meets Ireland: The Celtic Connection" at 8 p.m. Sept. 19.
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Israeli art, N.J. photos coming to E.B. temple
      A Festival of Israeli Art is planned for Sept. 11-14 at Temple B'nai Shalom, Fern and Old Stage roads, East Brunswick. The show and sale, which comes direct from Safrai Gallery, Jerusalem, will feature a collection of 1,500 works of art by 100 wellknown Israeli artists. Original oil paintings, wat...
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Hungarian exhibit, lecture series slated
      The Carl Lutz Foundation, the American Hungarian Foundation, the Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey and the Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County will sponsor an exhibit and lecture series titled "Carl Lutz and the Legendary Glass House in Budapest: The Swiss Vice- Consul Who Resc...
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September computer classes on tap at library
      Computer training classes will be held at the newly renovated training center at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Classes are two hours in length. Registration is now going on.
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RCIA registration under way at church
      St. Mary's Parish, South Amboy, is accepting registration for any adult (age 14 or older) who is interested in preparing for baptism, First Holy Communion or confirmation. The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) begins with several weeks of inquiry sessions.
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