MOMS Club
Thursday, Jan. 13 The Moms Offering Moms Support group will meet at 9 a.m. Meet and socialize with other local moms from the Bordentown, Florence, Fieldsboro and Mansfield area.
Children are welcome and refreshments will be served. Call 499-0601 for more information.
"The Laramie Project"
Thursday, Jan. 13 through Saturday, Jan. 15 Bordentown Regional High School will present "The Laramie Project," a play by Moises Kaufman and the members of the Tectonic Theater Project, at 8 p.m. Jan. 13-15 (tickets $7) and also at 2 p.m. on Jan. 15 (tickets $5).
This production is not recommended for young children. Information and tickets are available at 298-0025, ext. 1322.
Centennial dance
Saturday, Jan. 15 North Hanover Township’s Centennial Country Dance celebrating 100 years in 2005 will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight at the New Egypt Elks Lodge, 105 Lakewood Road, (Route 528), New Egypt.
Tickets are $5 per person (ages 5 and older). For information or to reserve tickets, call Sue Yakelewicz at 758-4789 or 977-8970. Tickets will be available at the door, but to guarantee your spot, contact Sue Y. to reserve tickets. Call Melissa Ranalli at 758-2522, ext. 30 for centennial details.
Free throw championship
Saturday, Jan. 15 The Florence Knights of Columbus will sponsor the third annual Free Throw Championship at 2:30 p.m. at the Florence Middle School gym.
The contest is open to boys and girls ages 10 to 14 in the Florence community. Contact Pete Darata at 499-1366 for entry forms and registration information.
Baseball/softball registration
Registration for the 2005 Bordentown Little League baseball and softball season will be held at the Carslake Community Center:
Saturday, Jan. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, Jan. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon
Call John Kent at 291-0068 with questions about registration, ages, etc.
All-you-can-eat breakfast
Sunday, Jan. 16 The Holy Name Society of Holy Assumption Parish’s all-you-can-eat breakfast will be held from 8:15 to 11:30 a.m. at McGrath Hall, adjacent to the school.
The menu includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, oven roasted potatoes, orange juice, rolls and coffee. The breakfast is $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens and $3 for children. Kids 5 and younger eat free.
Free throw contest
Monday, Jan. 17 The annual Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Mary’s School, Bordentown.
The contest is open to boys and girls ages 10 to 14 of any denomination. All contestants will receive a certificate of participation and a K of C patch. The highest scorer for each age level will receive a plaque. All winners at each age level are eligible to advance to the district competition in Burlington slated Saturday, Jan. 29.
Call John Dilts at 424-0219 for details.
BRHS orientation
Wednesday, Jan. 19 An orientation program for parents of incoming ninth-graders at Bordentown Regional High School will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the high school.
The program is designed to acquaint parents/guardians with the academic and co-curricular offerings at BRHS and to familiarize them with the mechanics and timelines of the scheduling process. It will begin in the cafeteria with departmental, program and activity/club displays, and guided tours of the high school. At 7:30 p.m., a presentation is slated and refreshments will be served.
Parents/guardians of prospective students are invited to attend this open house and are encouraged to bring their children. Contact Frederick D’Antoni at 298-0025, ext. 1102 for details.
Women’s class
Thursday, Jan. 20 Moorestown resident Arlita Winston, Bible study teacher, will be the speaker for a women’s class at 7:30 p.m. at the Fountain of Life Center, 2035 Columbus Road, Florence Township.
The daughter of missionary parents, Ms. Winston will share her memories of growing up in different Asian cultures.
The class is free and open to the public. A love offering will be taken. Call 499-2131 or go to www.flcnj.org for details.
Trash or treasure
Friday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 22 Trinity United Methodist Church’s monthly sale will be held on the second floor of the education building, 339 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Valentine and Easter items, electrical appliances, games, and stuffed animals will be featured.
Sauerkraut and pork dinner
Saturday, Jan. 22 The Jacksonville Presbyterian Church will hold its annual homemade sauerkraut and pork dinner at the Jacksonville Community Center, Jacksonville-Jobstown Road, next to the firehouse.
Prices are $13 for adults and $5 for children younger than 12. Reservations are required. Call Doris Nelson at 298-5956 for details. There will be half-hour seatings between 4:30 and 7 p.m.
Veterans’ meeting
Saturday, Jan. 22 The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter New Jersey 899 regular monthly meeting will be held at 1 p.m. at the Bordentown Township Senior/Community Center building next to the municipal complex.
Meetings are open to all veterans and citizens who support veterans and our troops overseas. Visit www.vva899.org for more information about what we do to help veterans and their families.
Family Movie Night
Thursday, Jan. 27 Family Movie Night at Trinity Untied Methodist Church, 339 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown, will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost is $2 per person and the next event will be held Tuesday, Feb. 24.
Doo-wop dance
Saturday, Jan. 29 The Oldies Doo-wop Dance will be held at the American Legion Post 39, 112-124 Fourth Ave., Roebling, from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Cost is $20 per person and there is a limit of 100 people. Music, door prizes, catering by Chidrello’s and a cash bar will be featured. Call DJ Chris at 951-8449, 586-4106 or 890-7673 for reservations.
Scholarships
Deadline of Tuesday, Feb. 1 Springfield Township School and Community Education Foundation Inc. is offering $500 scholarships to a graduating high school student who presently or formerly resides in the community and attended the Springfield Township School District.
The goal of the scholarship is to support youth in post secondary educational endeavors. Applications are available from the main office of the Springfield Township School or your high school’s guidance office. Call 723-2479, ext. 811 for more details.
Library programs
The following events will be held at the Bordentown Branch Library, 18 Washington St., Fieldsboro.
Tuesday, Feb. 1 Why do you love? Who do you hug? Toddler Time "Hearts and Hugs" will be held at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers 18 to 36 months old are invited to enjoy stories, songs and make a lovely craft.
Tuesday, Feb. 8 V is for valentine and children ages 3 to 5 are invited to celebrate this day of love with stories, songs and a holiday craft at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 8 A valentine and craft session will be held at 6:30 p.m. Children ages 4 to 7 are invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day with stories and a craft.
Flea market
Saturday, Feb. 5 The Friends of St. Mary’s School will hold a "Souper Flea Market" from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in St. Mary’s School hall and yard in Bordentown.
Tuna salad and egg salad sandwiches, hot dogs, and soup will be featured. A large selection of articles, including clothes, will be on sale from many vendors.
Tables are $10 each. Call Sally at 298-7768 for details or to reserve a space.
Crossing guard jobs
The Bordentown City Police Department is accepting applications for the position of crossing guard. Part-time and full-time positions are available.
Anyone interested in working while the kids are in school, having off when they have off from school and making a few bucks is welcome to come to police headquarters, 324 Farnsworth Ave., for an application.
