Category: Sentinel-EBS Calendar

  • Donations sought for wounded soldiers

    The Veterans Council of Monroe and Jamesburg plans an April 18 bus trip to Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C. Local residents will have an opportunity to donate new items for the hospitalized wounded soldiers. The veterans will deliver the donations to Walter Reed. Among the items sought are weightlifting gloves, electric razors, pillows,…

  • Congressman to discuss environmental issues

    Rep. Rush Holt (D-12) will present “Sustainable Living in New Jersey: A Discussion with Rush Holt” at 7:30 p.m. on April 12 at the East Brunswick Senior Center, Jean Walling Civic Center. The discussion will focus on environmental issues. Residents throughout the region are invited to attend.

  • Event at Friday’s to benefit OLOL School

    Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School, Milltown, will host a Proceeds Night fundraiser from 5-9 p.m. on April 26 at T.G.I. Friday’s, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. The restaurant will donate 20 percent of each school supporter’s check (eat-in or takeout) to the school. Diners must present an event flier for the donation to count.…

  • Historical Society to host local sculptor’s exhibit

    The East Brunswick Historical Society will present the works of sculptor Edmund Spiro from 2-4 p.m. on April 15, May 13 and June 16. Spiro, of East Brunswick, works with wood, steel and a combination thereof, to create new expressions. His works have been seen in numerous galleries, shows and museums, and he has been…

  • Vendor space available for April 21 flea market

    Vendors are sought for the United Methodist Women of Trinity United Church Spring Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 21 at the church, 70 Manalapan Road, Spotswood. Indoor table-rental cost is $15 per table. Outside spaces cost $10 each; outdoor vendors must provide their own tables. For more information…

  • River cleanup planned for Earth Day in So. River

    The South River Environmental and Shade Tree Commission will sponsor its second annual River Cleanup and Arbor Day Tree Planting from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Earth Day, April 22, at Grekoski Park, Whitehead Avenue, South River. The event is designed to increase environmental awareness and help the local habitat. Entertainment and refreshments will…

  • First ladies to be focus at woman’s club event

    The East Brunswick Woman’s Club will hold its next monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on April 10 at The Chelsea of East Brunswick, 606 Cranbury Road. Guest speaker Feather Schwartz Foster, author of “Garfield’s Train” and “Ladies: A Conjecture of Personalities,” will discuss first ladies from Martha Washington to Mamie Eisenhower. Guests are welcome. For…

  • ‘Magical Thinking’ next up for book group

    The East Brunswick Public Library Book Discussion Group will meet at 7:30 p.m. on April 11 and 1 p.m. on April 12 at the library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Topic of discussion will be “The Year of Magical Thinking” by Joan Didion. All adults, whether regular, occasional or new members, are invited to attend. Refreshments…

  • Car wash to raise funds for Monroe Cub Scouts

    Cub Scout Pack No. 3, Monroe, will hold a car wash fundraiser beginning at noon on April 22 at St. Peter’s Church, Main Street, Spotswood. Proceeds will help fund several of the Scouts’ family events and activities. All donations will be accepted. For more information, call John Wallentine at (732) 656-0068.