Announcements

   South Brunswick residents are reminded that there will be no garbage or recycling picked up on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. All material will be picked up the day Wednesday, Jan. 2.
   Christmas trees will be collected by the Public Works Department between Jan. 2 and Jan. 18. Trees must be free of adornment, bags and metal items, including stands, and should be placed at the curb of single-family residences. Residents living in multi-family developments should place trees next to the most convenient dumping enclosure.
   Questions may be directed to South Brunswick Public Works Department at 732-329-4000, ext. 7260.

* * *

   The South Brunswick Commission on Women annually recognizes the efforts and contributions of women to the South Brunswick community. Recipients will be honored at the Women’s Leadership Conference on Saturday, Feb. 23 at South Brunswick High School, Ridge Road.
   Nomination forms can be found at the library, municipal center lobby, senior center and the community center on New Road.
   Nominations must be received by 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 18 and should be sent to Dolly Massaro, 14 Sandpiper Lane, Dayton, NJ 08810.

* * *

   The National Guard is asking for donations of picture frames, candy, games, disposable cameras, books, bath items and more to send to American troops overseas.
   All items must be new.
   Donations can be delivered to Pierre’s of South Brunswick, Georges Road, during normal business hours through Jan 18.
   For more information, call 609-631-9988.

* * *

   A display celebrating Kendall Park’s 50th anniversary is being prepared for the South Brunswick Public Library.
   For the display, items such as sales brochures for the Nassau and Imperial houses are being sought.
   Photos from the early days of Kendall Park are also accepted.
   All original documents and photographs will be copied and then returned to their owners.
   If anyone can contribute items pertaining to the first 1957 houses, leave a message for Ceil Leedom at 732-329-4000, ext. 7286.

* * *

   The exhibit “All Creatures Wild & Tame” will be on display at the South Brunswick Municipal Gallery, Route 522, through Jan. 4. The exhibit will feature paintings, photographs and other images of our furry, featured and four-legged animal friends.
   Gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 weekdays.
   For more information, call 732-329-4000, 7635 or e-mail [email protected].
VFW 9111 of South Brunswick will host a spaghetti dinner at the post’s home, Henderson Road, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25.
   The menu includes spaghetti, salad, meatballs and dessert. $8 donation per person.
   For more information, call 732-297-9823.

* * *

   An Alzheimer’s support group meets the third Thursday of every month at The Oak Woods Senior Building, Woods Lane, at 7 p.m.
   For more information, call Kathleen Ostertag at 732-651-2099 or Carol Cover at 732-355-9011, ext. 204.

* * *

   Panic Relief Inc. is a registered non-profit educational corporation located in Monmouth Junction. Programs are held Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on teleconference calls.
   Learn how to manage and control panic attacks, anxiety and stress. To participate, or to receive more information, call 732-940-9658 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.

* * *

   Tuesday’s Children, a non-profit organization that provides services and support to children who lost a parent in the Sept. 11 attacks, is seeking Princeton-area mentors for these children, one of whom is a South Brunswick resident.
   The program pairs the children, ages 6 to 16, with specially trained adult role models who will support the children’s emotional and development needs, and help them build the confidence and skills they need to reach their potential.
   For more information, or to volunteer to be a mentor, contact Jennifer at 212-319-3988 or jennifer@tuesdayschildren.

* * *

   The Arts Commission is seeking volunteers to donate their time to facilitate mailings or help with events.
   Anyone interested in volunteering should call 732-329-4000, ext. 7635 or e-mail [email protected].

* * *

   The South Brunswick MOMS Club is a non-profit organization for mothers. In addition to providing support to mothers who choose to stay at home to raise their children, the club also participates in service projects.
   Once a month, the club’s members meet to create blankets for children in need. The blankets can be sewn and crocheted, and are donated to Project Linus, which can be found at projectlinus.org.
   Members of the club and their children will visit the senior center on the first Wednesday of the month. Children and seniors will interact with activities such as reading books, playing games and making crafts.
   For more information about the MOMS club, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.momsclub.org.

* * *

   South Brunswick Arts Commission maintains an artist registry from which artists may be selected for exhibition or performance. Artists must complete a form and provide examples of works.
   Organizations seeking visual performance and literary artists may review the registry by appointment. Senior Center exhibitors are selected from the registry.
   Applications for registry and exhibits are available at the Municipal Building, library, recreation department and senior center, or may be obtained by contacting the Arts Commission, either at 732-329-4000, ext. 7635 or [email protected].