Category: Sentinel-EBS Calendar

  • Monroe Schools offers integrated preschool

    The Monroe Township school district is accepting applications for its Integrated Preschool Program to be held at Mill Lake, Barclay Brook and Oak Tree elementary schools during the 2008-09 school year. Parents will be able to register their child for one of the 2 1.2-hour morning or afternoon sessions. Youngsters participating in the program will…

  • Fire company plans June 28 block-party gala

    Monroe Township Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 will hold a Recruitment Day Block Party from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 28 outside the fire station, Harrison Avenue. The celebration will feature free food, soft drinks, children’s games and rides, fire equipment demonstrations and a DJ. Sparkey the Firedog and Robbie the Talking Fire Truck…

  • Indian cultural panel to host June 28 picnic

    The Indian Cultural Association of Monroe will hold its 2008 Picnic Get-Together beginning at 11 a.m. June 28 in grove 4 at Thompson Park, Monroe. The event will feature food and activities for all ages. All are welcome. Cost is $2 per person. For more information, call Jaimini at 732-322-9850 or Alpa at 732- 742-2282.

  • ‘The Italian’ first up at library film festival

    The annual Summer International Film Festival at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will begin on July 8 with 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. screenings of the Russian drama “The Italian.” The 2006 movie, which is rated PG-13, has a running time of 97 minutes. The film tells the story of 6-year-old Vanya,…

  • S.R. fireworks fest scheduled for July 2

    South River Parks and Recreation will hold its annual Fireworks Celebration on July 2 at Bill Denny Stadium, South River High School, Montgomery Street. Rain date is July 1. A refreshment stand, sponsored by South River High School girls sports, will open at 7 p.m. Hot dogs, popcorn and beverages will be available. Musical entertainment…

  • Registration under way for vacation Bible school

    The First Presbyterian Church of Sayreville is accepting registration for its vacation Bible school set for Aug. 17-22. A Dinner with the Disciples is set for 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Classes will continue 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 18-22. Sessions will be held in the Christian EducationBuilding behind the church, 172 Main St., Sayreville, across from Borough…

  • Spaces available for trip to casino, winery

    Our Lady of Victories Seniors will sponsor a July 13 bus trip to Showboat Casino, Atlantic City, and the Renault Winery, Egg Harbor. The bus will depart at 9 a.m. from the lower parking lot at OLV Parish, Main Street, Sayreville. Return will be at approximately 9 p.m. Cost is $45 and includes bus transportation,…

  • Salt-Marsh Hike next up at Cheesequake

    An interpretive Salt-Marsh Hike is set to begin at 1 p.m. on June 29 at the pavilion at Hooks Creek Lake, Cheesequake State Park, Old Bridge. Participants will discuss and view many of the salt-marsh plants and animals during the hike. Individuals ages 8 and up are invited to attend. Fee is the park-admission charge.…

  • Donor will match gifts to George Street theater

    Donor Ralph Voorhees recently offered George Street Playhouse, New Brunswick, a challenge grant in memory of his wife, Barbara. Voorhees will match all donations, dollar for dollar, to help the playhouse secure the funds it needs to balance its budget this year. All gifts made by June 30 will be counted toward the Barbara and…