Sun., Jan. 20
Randy Now’s Man Cave Concert Series, 1910 Fruitgum Company, 7 p.m., Open Arts Stage Theatre, 146 Route 130 South, Bordentown. For tickets, visit www.mancavenj.com.
Mon., Jan 21
Father John Campoli of His Love Ministries will offer a Mass at 7 p.m. for healing at St. Mary Church in Bordentown. A collection will be taken for Father John and his ministry. Following the Mass will be individual prayer and Laying on of Hands for the sick. A reception will take place in the cafeteria. Call Pat Baylog at 298-4249.
Sat., Jan 26
& Sun., Jan. 27
St. Mary School, for prschool 3 through eighth grades at 30 Elizabeth St., Bordentown City, will hold an open house Sat. from 6 to 8 p.m. and Sun. 12:30 to 2 p.m. If you are unable to attend the open house, call 609-298-1448 to schedule a personal tour.
Thurs., Feb. 21
A Joanthan Richman BYOB concert will be held at 9 p.m. at the Consolidated Firehouse, 20 Crosswicks St., Bordentown Advance tickets are $15 online at www.mancavenj.com and at The Man Cave, 15 Park St., Bordentown..
Sun., Feb. 24
Bordentown City Cats host the thirds annual Alley Cats Charity Bowling Tournament to support ongoing animal rescue and adoption efforts at 1 p.m., at Papp’s Bowling Center, 244 Route 130 South, Bordentown. Registration is $20 and registration deadline is Feb. 16 at www.bordentowncitycats.blogspot.com.
Sat. & Sun.
June 1-2, 8-9
New Jersey Renaissance Faire, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine, Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd., Bordentown, entertainment, food and activities, including jousting, sword fighting, comedy, music and Valenzano Winery Meade Garden along with shopping at the Merchant Village of more than 50 fine artisans, including historical glass blowing, live forge and other crafts, trinkets and period clothing. Admission $20 per adult, $12 per child 12 to 6; children 5 and younger eat for free; discounts online and for attendees in costume. Additional information available at www.NJRenFaire.com or 888-864-8222.
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Bordentown Elks Lodge 2085 has bingo every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. There is a progressive jackpot, and food is available for purchase. The lodge has sandwich night every Wednesday from 6 to 8. Price is $6 per person. Lodge 2085 hosts a breakfast the third Sunday of every month from 8 to 11 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Special Children’s Committee.
Kindergarten Roundup is approaching for the Bordentown School District. Community members who have children who will be five years old on or before Oct. 1, 2013 are asked to visit http://www.bordentown.k12.nj.us to download registration information or contact either Clara Barton Elementary School or Peter Muschal Elementary School to obtain a registration packet. You can reach Clara Barton Elementary School by calling (609) 298-0676 ext. 3102, or Peter Muschal Elementary School by calling (609) 298-2600 ext. 4100.Visit http://www.bordentown.k12.nj.us and selecting either Clara Barton or Peter Muschal’s School Page.
St. Mary’s Senior Citizens Club meets second Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Parish Center, 45 Crosswicks St., Bordentown City.
Any parent who suspect his or child may be slow in developing language, social, motor or cognitive skills may be eligible for the Bordentown Regional School District’s preschool disabilities program. Contact Child Study Team at 609-298-0025, ext. 1135, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Bordentown Regional School District is offering a full-day, tuition-based early education program for children 4 or older. Burlington County Community Action Program is being accepted. Contact Louise Sullivan at 609-298-0025, ext. 1129, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for information.
The Dorothea Dix Unitarian Universalist congregation of Bordentown City offers classes for children every Sunday at 10 a.m., 39 Park St. Contact the group via www.ddixuu.com.
Every Wednesday night, St. Mary’s hosts a $1,000 bingo at 30 Elizabeth St., Bordentown City. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Call Tony at 609-540-9017 for information.
Church school classes for preschool through high school youth are being held at Christ Church, 130 Prince St., Bordentown. Call the parish office at 609-298-2348 or visit cctown.com to register.
St. Mary School, 30 Elizabeth St., Bordentown City, has established a fundraiser Market Day where roasts, snacks, breakfasts, lunch and meals for families can be ordered. Visit www.marketday.com to place an order and choose St. Mary School as the pickup location. St. Mary School receives 10 percent of the purchase. Pickup day is the first Wednesday of every month from 2 to 6 p.m. in the school hall. Email Mary Miles at [email protected] to place an order.
Bordentown Township Seniors plan a trip to Bally’s Casino every third Tuesday of the month. The cost is $25 and the return is $20. Be at the Senior Center by 8:30 a.m.; the return home is 6 p.m. For information and reservations call Chuck Klosinski at 609-298-2688 or Carol Panella at 609-298-4235. The club meets the first and third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Senior Community Center on Municipal Drive. Call 609-298-4396 for information. All township seniors age 55 and older are welcome.
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