Registration going on for Frost on Pumpkin
      Registration forms are available for the 29th Annual South River Frost on the Pumpkin 10KM Road Race set for Oct. 26 at Dailey's Pond, Thomas and William streets. The day will include the 10KM road race, the one-mile health walk or run, and the lollipop race for children.
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Jewish congregation presents events
      • The Education Committee of the Jewish Congregation of Cocorda, located at Perrineville and Prospect Plains roads, will present a conversation between two friends at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29, titled "Judaism and Hinduism." Cantor Eli Perlman and Ravi Vendantam will contrast their respective religi...
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E.B. Senior Center to host craft fair
      The East Brunswick Senior Center craft fair will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 1 at Jean Walling Civic Center Drive. Featured are holiday gifts and decorations, handmade quilted articles, knitted and crocheted baby items plus homemade baked goods. For more information, call 732- 390-6896.
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Kids' bingo night to benefit Project Grad.
      A children's bingo event will be held Oct. 24 at Memorial School, 115 Summerhill Road, to benefit Spotswood High School class of 2009 Project Graduation. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and calling starts at 7 p.m.
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Halloween events for the whole family
      The East Brunswick Public Library is hosting Halloween events for the entire family. • Special Halloween Craft, 11 a.m. Oct. 24, ages 5 and up. Visit the library on your day off from school for a special Halloween craft.
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Haunted River Walk to benefit class of '09
      The class of 2009 of the Joyce Kilmer School, Milltown, will be holding the sixth annual Haunted River Walk, 7-9:30 p.m. Oct. 24, 25, 30 and 31 at the Mill Pond Park entrance at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Main Street in Milltown, adjacent to the Milltown Rescue Squad.
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Group for caregivers to start Oct. 24
      The Interfaith Network of Care (INC) will be conducting a support group for caregivers that will meet monthly starting Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. in the INC office, 62 S. Main St., Milltown. This program will include mutual support, as well as psycho-educational and spiritual components. Participation is ...
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Exhibition highlights 'N.J.'s Gilded Age'
      A new exhibition, "New Jersey's Gilded Age: Opulence, Struggle and Innovation," has opened at the Cornelius Low House Museum. The museum is located at 1225 River Road, Piscataway.
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Nov. 2 concert to observe Kristallnacht
      A concert with the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht will be held 4 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Kristallnacht, or "The Night of Broken Glass," took place Nov. 9, 1938.
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County to break ground for ball field
      Middlesex County residents are invited to a ground-breaking ceremony for a new sports field complex on the North Brunswick-Milltown border at 12:30 Oct. 25 at the Little League field off Elkins Road in Milltown.
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South River curfew 9 p.m. on Oct. 30, 31
      The Borough of South River will institute a curfew starting at 9 p.m. on Oct. 30 and Oct. 31 for all persons 16 years of age and under. In previous years the borough has experienced numerous acts of malicious mischief during the night of Halloween and the prior night, known as "mischief night," p...
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Applicants sought for free S.R. preschool
      The South River school district will be providing a free full-day preschool program beginning September 2009. Eligibility requirements are: must be a resident of South River; must qualify for the free- or reducedlunch program; must be 3 or 4 years of age by Oct. 1, 2009. The program may be located...
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Medical Web sites workshop Oct. 28
      Miguel Figueroa, a Network Services Coordinator of National Network of Libraries, NYU Langone Medical Center, will present a workshop on "MedlinePlus," an internet health database, 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at the East Brunswick Public Library. This program is free and open to all. Registration is recommende...
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Street fair panel seeks participants
      The Jamesburg Street Fair Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at Jamesburg Borough Hall, Perrineville Road. Meeting participants will help in the planning of the 2009 Jamesburg Street Fair. New members are welcome and encouraged to attend this meeting.
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Monroe Animal Hosp. costume contest set
      Monroe Animal Hospital will hold its first pet costume contest 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 1 at the hospital, 179 Prospect Plains Road. All pets — dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, rabbits, turtles, etc. — are welcome and do not need to be a current client.
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Halloween parade at library Oct. 31
      The Monroe Public Library is hosting a Halloween parade at 10 a.m. Oct. 31. Kids of all ages can come march and trick-ortreat at the library. A costume contest will also be held. Registration not required and the event is free and open to all.
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Church collecting donations until Nov. 1
      The Presbyterian Church, 175 Gatzmer Ave. in Jamesburg, is collecting used clothing until Nov. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. On weekdays, drop-offs may be made 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the new Gatzmer Avenue entrance.
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E.B. Special Education PTA to meet Oct. 27
      The East Brunswick Special Education PTA (SEPTA) will hold its monthly meeting Oct. 27 at the East Brunswick Public Library in the meeting room area. Attendees will be given the opportunity to meet and talk with all candidates running for township office. Child care is available for the meeting. R...
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American Legion to host Halloween party
      The Spotswood American Legion Post 253 Ladies Auxiliary on DeVoe Avenue is holding a Halloween party 1-4 p.m. Oct. 26. All are welcome. The cost is $5 per child 13 years or younger and includes a craft, music, food, games and costume contest. Advance tickets are recommended, call 732-251-1221.
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Celtic music at E.B. Library Nov. 1
      Jodee James will perform music of Wales and other Celtic lands at the East Brunswick Library at 7 p.m. Nov. 1. This event is free and everyone is welcome to attend.
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Fifth annual coat drive has begun
      The fifth annual coat drive, sponsored by Dr. Debra DeMarco of Monroe Chiropractic Care, Jamesburg, has begun and will continue through Dec. 19. Clean, new or gently used coats will go to Jersey Cares, a nonprofit group that aids needy families in New Jersey.
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Chittick School PTA clothing drive Oct. 25
      The Chittick School PTA is sponsoring a clothing drive 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 25. The school is located at the corner of Old Bridge Turnpike and Flagler Street, East Brunswick. Items may be dropped off curbside at the Flagler Street entrance.
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Spotswood Bus trip to Atlantic City Nov. 9
      The Spotswood Fire Dept. and Ladies Auxiliary are sponsoring a bus trip to Showboat Atlantic City Hotel & Casino Nov. 9. Cost is $30 with $25 return. Reserve a ticket by calling 732-251-3460 and leave a message for the auxiliary. Arrive at 8 a.m. for coffee and doughnuts at the firehouse before de...
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EBEF Fall Fashion show Oct. 29
      The East Brunswick Education Foundation is holding its annual Fall Fashion Show Oct. 29 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the East Brunswick Chateau. Providing the fashions and accessories for this year's event is Rachel's, located at the Hidden Lakes Towne Center in North Brunswick. The evening includes ...
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Spotswood PTA food drive Oct. 25
      Spotswood PTA will be holding a food drive Oct. 25 for National Make a Difference Day. All nonperishable food items can be dropped off to Brian's Lawnmower, 188 Manalapan Road, Spotswood, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 25. This event is in memory of Spc. Michael Gonzalez who lost his life in Iraq in August. A...
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Halloween party Oct. 26 at Jamesburg Elks
      The Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will be hosting a Halloween party 2-6 p.m. Oct. 26 for children 11 years of age and under. There will be games, costume contest, food, fun and prizes. For more information, contact the lodge at 732-521-2180.
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Bike tour to highlight watershed Oct. 25
      The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership is sponsoring its eighth annual "Waterwheels Bicycle Tour" Oct. 25. The original date was rescheduled due to Hurricane Hannah. The tour is a fun, informative 26-mile ride with optional add-on loops to Plainsboro Preserve, spotlighting the natural and hist...
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EBJC Sisterhood sets rummage sale
      The East Brunswick Jewish Center Sisterhood will hold a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26 and 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 27 at the synagogue, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Children's and adult clothing will be available, along with shoes, toys, household items and other merchandise. For more ...
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Spotswood VFW to hold Halloween party
      A Halloween party will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 25 at the Spotswood Veterans of Foreign Wars post, 33 Daniel Road. The cost is $18 and includes buffet, beer, wine and soda, DJ, dancing and a costume contest. Call 732-251-9862 for more details.
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Identity theft workshop at JFVS
      The Women's Center at Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County (JFVS) is holding a workshop Oct. 30. Alan S. Borack of Net Bank Audit will do a workshop on "Identity Theft: How to Protect Yourself." Borack will discuss what individuals can do to protect against identity theft and ...
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Daisy Walk, carnival to take place Oct. 26
      The sixth annual Camp Daisy Walk in the Park and Halloween Carnival will take place in Bicentennial Park, Hardenburg Lane, East Brunswick. The event, sponsored by the Daisy Association, raises funds to support existing recreation programs and develop new programs for people with disabilities.
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East Brunswick rabies clinic set for Nov. 1
      East Brunswick is holding a free rabies clinic for cats and dogs Nov. 1 at the Public Works Garage, 4 Harts Lane. Cats only will be vaccinated from 11 a.m.- noon, dogs and cats from noon-3 p.m. All cats must be in a carrier and all dogs must be on a leash. Licenses will not be issued.
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Stuffed cabbage dinner Oct. 25
      The First Reformed Church at 40 Thomas Street in South River will be having a Stuffed Cabbage Dinner fundraiser 5-7 p.m. Oct. 25. Dinner includes stuffed cabbage, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, rye bread, dessert and beverage. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under age 10. Call Ellen at...
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Halloween show runs Oct. 25-30 in Parlin
      Main Street Theatre Co. will present its halloween musical, "Which Witch is Which," at 12 and 3 p.m. Oct. 25; 3 p.m. Oct. 26 and 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the theater, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin.
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E.B. Hadassah honors members Oct. 29
      East Brunswick Hadassah presents a Paid-Up Membership Gala featuring a fashion show By Rachels of North Brunswick Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Boutiques will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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Music class for children Tuesdays
      The Monroe library is offering Music with Pat McKinley, a musical program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, at 11:45 a.m. Oct. 28, Nov. 18 and 25. Registration is not required and the program is free and open to all.
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Vendors sought for Monroe H.S. yard sale
      The Monroe Township High School PTO is holding a yard sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 25 at the high school parking lot on Perrineville Road. Space costs $10 in advance, $15 on day of event. Donations will support the scholarship fun.
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South River Class of '87 reunion Nov. 29
      The South River High School Class of 1987 has planned a reunion for November 29th at the Portuguese Fisherman in South River. For details, payment information, or to get on the contact list for future reunions contact Linda (Schmidt) Greco at lrgreco@ gmail.com or 732-803-6213. Advance payment is...
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Jamesburg H.S. to hold 60-yr. reunion
      The Jamesburg High School class of '48 will hold its 60-year reunion Oct. 24 at the Chateau in East Brunswick. There will be a social hour and hors d'oeuvres from noon to 1 p.m. followed by a sit-down luncheon until 4 p.m. The cost is $55. Any alumni who have not received a notice may contact Luc...
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Sociable Singles to meet Oct. 26
      Etz Chaim Sociable Singles will hold a meeting from 1-4 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The gathering will feature discussions, socializing and refreshments. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, call 609-655-5137.
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Our Lady of Lourdes night at TGIFriday's
      Our Lady of Lourdes School, Milltown, will host a proceeds night fundraiser 5-9 p.m. Oct. 23 at TGIFriday's restaurant on Route 1 south in North Brunswick. TGIFriday's will donate 20 percent of each check (eat-in or take-out) to OLOL.
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