Author: MARY HELEN FINK
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One-man exhibit at Metuchen Library Gallery
The Metuchen Library Gallery, 480 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, will hold a two-month solo exhibit by local artist Michael Greenhouse. The opening reception of the show is from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. on March 6, and will be on display throughout March and April. A life-long educator, Michael taught Sociology at Middlesex County College from 1971 until…
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Fundraiser gala “Recipe for Success” set for March 14
The Joe Romanowski Culinary Education Foundation (JOCEF) will hold its third annual fundraiser gala “Recipe for Success” at the Navesink Country Club, 50 Luffburrow Lane, Red Bank, on March 14. Funds raised at JOCEF’s “Recipe for Success” are used for scholarships for students of the Culinary Education Center, the collaboration between Brookdale Community College and…
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The Shrewsbury Chorale welcomes Guest Conductor
The Shrewsbury Chorale, a mixed chorus serving Monmouth County, welcomes Neil F. Brown as the guest conductor for upcoming March and June concerts. Mr. Brown has a Bachelor of Music degree from Oklahoma Baptist University and a Master of Music degree in choral conducting from the University of Kansas. He is certified as a Teacher…
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Temple schedules class in Edison
Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St. Edison, will hold “Get Festive,” a new adult education class taught by Rabbi Victor Appell, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. March 3–April 14. It will explore the history of Jewish holidays and how they are celebrated. The cost is $36 per person for the course. For more information, contact Dara Winston at 732-549-4442, ext.…
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Monmouth County’s camp/swim directory available Feb. 26
The Monmouth County Park System will make its Camp/Swim Program Directory available at most parks and online beginning Feb. 26. Online and phone registrations for summer camp and swim lessons will begin at 12 p.m. on March 6. To register by phone with a credit card, call 732-842-4000, ext. 1. To register online, visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com. After March…
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Blood drive slated for March 13
The Social Concerns Ministry of Our Lady of Peace Church, Fords, will sponsor its annual blood drive from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on March 13. The blood drive will be held at the Parish Center located on Franklin Avenue off of Amboy Avenue, Edison. There will be a complimentary cholesterol screening. For more information, call 732-738-7940…
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St. Matthew School student registrations open Feb. 25
St. Matthew School will accept new student registrations from 9-11 a.m. and 6-8 p.m. Feb. 25 at 100 Seymour Ave., Edison. The school teaches children in preschool and grades K-8. For more information, call 732-985-6633 or visit www.stmatthewtheapostle.com/school.
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French club to hold March 1 meeting
Francophonie Metuchen will meet from 7:45-9:45 p.m., March 1, at 243 Amboy Ave., Metuchen. Discussions are in French. Participation is free. Relaxed work meetings with moderate preparations and active participation in discussions are required. For more information, call Sam Van Chama, using French, at 732-767-9372.
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Temple to hold annual book fair
Temple Emanu-El, 100 James Street, Edison, will hold its annual Jewish Book Fair for Children and Adults, March 4-11. Just in time for Purim and Passover, it will include a great variety of books for people of all ages. For exact times, call the temple office at 732-549-4442.
