Bowne-Munro plans April 4 clothing drive
      The Bowne-Munro PTA will hold a clothing drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 4 at the school, 120 Main St., East Brunswick. Items sought include clothes, shoes, handbags, belts, sheets, towels, stuffed animals, etc. Donations should be placed in tightly tied plastic bags. The PTA will receive money...
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Nonfood-vendor space available at fair
      Nonfood vendors and others selling or displaying unique merchandise are sought for the 71st annual Middlesex County Fair set for Aug. 3-9 at the fairgrounds, Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. For more information or to reserve, call 732-416-1929 or log on to www.middlesexcountyfair. org.
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Residents invited to Nature Walk at park
      The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership (LBWP) will sponsor a Nature Walk beginning at 2 p.m. March 28 along the paths at Bicentennial Park, intersection of Riva Avenue and Hardenburg Lane, East Brunswick. Rain date is March 29.
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Comedy Night to raise funds for Irwin PTA
      The Irwin Elementary School PTA will host a Comedy Night April 3 at the Stress Factory, New Brunswick. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for dinner; the show will begin at 8 p.m. Headliner will be comic Vinnie Brand. Cost is $35 per person and includes buffet dinner, the show, tax and gratuity. For more...
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Egg hunt, hat contest scheduled for April 11
      The Monroe Township Mother's Club and the Monroe Township Recreation Department will hold their annual Egg Hunt and Bonnet/Top Hat Contest beginning at noon on April 11 at Dey Farm, Old Church Road, Monroe. The events are open to Monroe residents only. In case of rain, location will be the Monroe ...
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Curtain to rise on 'Annie Junior' in E.B.
      The Hammarskjold Drama Club will present its production of "Annie Junior" 7:30 p.m. April 2 and 3 in the East Brunswick Performing Arts Center at Hammarskjold Middle School, 200 Rues Lane. Tickets cost $5 per person.
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Mortgage crisis to be topic at forum
      The Jamesburg Borough Council will present a Mortgage-Crisis Forum 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 28 at Jamesburg Borough Hall, 131 Perrineville Road. The event is designed to provide educational information for citizens; explain the types of solutions available; and whenever possible, answer specific ques...
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Open house to mark salon's anniversary
      Creations Hair Design Studio, 469 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, will celebrate its third anniversary with an open house set for 1-4 p.m. March 29. The public is invited to attend. The event will feature discounts, prizes, a free massage demonstration, a free facial demonstration, a jewelry trun...
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Bunny to appear at Easter Egg Hunt
      American Legion Post No. 253, Devoe Avenue, Spotswood, will sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 11 a.m. April 5, rain or shine. The event, which is open to youngsters age 12 and under (must be accompanied by a parent), will feature games, crafts and a guest appearance by the Easter Bunny.
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Chelsea to host Easter Egg Hunt
      The Chelsea at East Brunswick, 606 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, will sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. April 4. Children ages 1-6 are invited to attend. Participants should bring a basket and their family. To reserve, call 732-651-6100.
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College seeks girls for monthlong tech camp
      Middlesex County College (MCC), Edison, is looking for high school freshman girls to attend TechXploration, a free summer camp program in which teen girls design, develop and construct a working model of a fairgrounds ride, visit a theme park to better understand how amusement park rides work and ...
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Donors needed for PTA blood drive
      The Barclay Brook/Brookside/Oak Tree PTA, Monroe, will host its sixth annual blood drive, in conjunction with the Blood Center of New Jersey, 2-7:30 p.m. March 30 at Barclay Brook School, 358 Buckelew Ave. Child care and homemade treats will be provided.
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E.B. church schedules Indoor Rummage Sale
      Aldersgate United Methodist Church will host a Church Indoor Rummage Sale 8 a.m.-1 p.m. April 3 in the white house next to the church, 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Proceeds will go to the church's Crisis Room, which offers food, clothing and financial assistance to needy families in Middlese...
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Seniors invited to free computer workshop
      The Middlesex County Educational Technology Training Center (ETTC) will host a free, hands-on computer workshop for senior citizens 9:30-11 a.m. April 3 in the East Brunswick Public Schools Administration Building, 760 Route 18.
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'Twilight' Party coming to library
      The Milltown Public Library, 20 W. Church St., will host a "Twilight" Party at 6 p.m. April 3. The library will remain open until 8 p.m. The event will feature trivia, contests and the movie. Tickets are available at the library.
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Clooney film on tap at Spotswood Library
      The Friends of the Spotswood Public Library will host a Movie Night at 7 p.m. April 3 at the library, 548 Main St. The film, which was directed by the Coen brothers, stars George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand and John Malkovich.
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Curtain to rise on 'Music Man Junior'
      The Appleby School Drama Club will present "The Music Man Junior" at 7 p.m. April 2 and 3 and 2 p.m. April 4 at Spotswood High School, Summerhill Road. Tickets cost $5 each and are available at Appleby School, 23 Vliet St., Spotswood.
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Harp, violin music will fill E.B. Library
      The East Brunswick Arts Commission and the East Brunswick Public Library will present two upcoming concerts at the library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Musician Elaine Christy will perform "Encore! The Heavenly Harp" at 3 p.m. March 29.
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Lenten Fish Fry planned for March 27
      The Men and Women of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will hold a Lenten Fish- Fry Dinner 5-7 p.m. March 27 in the parish hall, 90 Leonardine Ave., South River. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for youngsters ages 5-12.
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Attorney to shed light on wills, elder law
      The East Brunswick Adult and Community Education Program will present a seminar titled "Wills, Probate and Elder Law" 7-8:30 p.m. March 30 at East Brunswick High School, Cranbury Road. Presenter will be attorney Kenneth Vercammen of Edison.
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Job-assistance workshops planned
      The Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County, the Jewish Family and Vocational Service, the Jewish Social Service and community synagogues will offer an employment-assistance program, "The Employment and Networking Tool Kit," 7:30 p.m. March 30 at Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston A...
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Local theatre troupe to offer youth classes
      The Main Street Theatre Academy, a subsidiary of the Main Street Theatre Company, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville, is now registering students for the 2009 spring semester of its Theatre Classes for Kids, set for Saturday mornings April 4-May 9.
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Church to present job-security seminar
      "Strategies To Hold on to Your Job," a seminar designed to offer practical advice and specific techniques for keeping jobs and improving job security in good times and bad, is set for 7:30-9 p.m. March 30 at United Methodist Church at Milltown, 47 N. Main St.
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DPW event open to county residents
      The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders will sponsor a Department of Public Works (DPW) event 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or until the truck is full March 28 in the parking lot at the Milltown Municipal Building,Washington Avenue.
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Children to take part in events at library
      The Monroe Township Public Library will offer several upcoming events for children. A "Scavenger Hunt" program, set for March 29-April 4, is designed to help youngsters discover the activities and services at the library. To begin their search, participants should stop at the youth services de...
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Event at Applebee's to benefit Project Grad
      South River High School Project Graduation will sponsor a Dining-to-Donate fundraiser 11 a.m.-closing April 1 at Applebee's, Ryders Crossing Shopping Center, Milltown Road and Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. Diners should present a Dining-to- Donate flier at the restaurant.
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Adults invited to lectures, workshops
      The East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will host several upcoming adult workshops and lectures. The events are sponsored by the Friends of the East Brunswick Library. "Open Public Forum Series: Healthcare Reform" is set for 2-4 p.m. March 28.
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Milltown Lions sets Pancake Breakfast
      The Milltown Lions Club will sponsor its annual Pancake Breakfast 7:30 a.m.- noon March 29 in the cafeteria at Our Lady of Lourdes School, Cleveland Avenue, Milltown. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children up to age 10. Proceeds will benefit the visually impaired.
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Blood drive slated for April 5 in E.B.
      IQRA Community Services Inc., East Brunswick, will hold a blood drive in collaboration with the Blood Center of New Jersey at 1 p.m. April 5 at East Brunswick Congregational Church, 402 New Brunswick Ave. There will be separate arrangements for men and women.
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Vendor, crafter slots available at event
      Vendors and crafters are sought for the South River Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market set for 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18 at the post home, 31 Reid St. Rain date is April 19.
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Fundraisers
      March 26 • 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 supporter's check (eat-in or takeout) to the school. Diners must present event flier for donation to count. F...
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Nominees sought for for rec/parks award
      The township of East Brunswick is accepting nominations for the 2009 Friends of Recreation, Parks and Community Services Award.
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Sociable Singles to gather in Monroe
      Etz Chaim Sociable Singles will hold a meeting 1-4 p.m March 29 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The gathering will feature discussions, socializing and refreshments. Admission is $5 per person. All are welcome to attend.
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Library will mark 20th birthday April 1
      The Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza, will celebrate its 20th anniversary 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m. April 1. Patrons are invited to stop by during library hours for light refreshments.
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Producers seek cast members for musical
      Auditions for the upcoming the Main Street Theatre Company production of "The Music Man" are set for 7 p.m. March 30, 31 and April 1 at the group's theater, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Callbacks will take place at 7 p.m. April 2.
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