Category: Sentinel-EBS Calendar
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Nominations sought for ‘unsung hero’ award
The Russell Berrie Foundation, Mahwah, announced that nominations for the 2005 Russ Berrie Award for Making a Difference will be accepted through Feb. 25, with awards presented in June at Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah. The awards range up to $50,000 and are bestowed on New Jerseyans who have made a significant difference in…
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Spouses of military get free fitness memberships
Ladies Workout Express, Central Shopping Plaza, 253 Route 18 south, East Brunswick, has joined with other Ladies Workout Express, Lady of America and Workout Express fitness centers in donating free memberships to the spouses of military personnel who have been deployed overseas. Effective immediately, individuals with spouses deployed overseas will have full use of the…
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Better IEPs to be topic at workshop for parents
The Special Education PTA (SEPTA) of South River invites parents to a free public workshop titled “Better Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)” set for 7-9 p.m. on Feb. 2 in the downstairs meeting room at the South River Public Library, 55 Appleby Ave. This event is designed specifically for parents to help improve their understanding of…
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Photography career now off the ground
Sayreville woman prefers bird BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer PHOTOSBY JOHN DUNPHY Adoree Nielsen, who recently launched a new photography business, has garnered local interest in many of her works. Her aerial photo of Main Street, Sayreville, (above) is on display at borough hall. At right, a recent aerial view of…
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Parents of adolescents invited to workshops
The East Brunswick Public Schools Student Assistance Program will present problem-solving workshops for parents of adolescents in grades 6-12 from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesdays in February in the media center at Hammarskjold School, Rues Lane. Refreshments will be served. Call (732) 613-6635. The schedule is as follows: • Feb. 2 — “You Have Questions, We…
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Exhibit, cruise offered by Milltown Recreation
Milltown Department of Recreation has announced the artist of the month for January is photographer Michael Chan, Milltown. Featured along with Chan’s photos will be poetry by Carl R. Miller, calligraphy by Thomas Schmauder, and paintings by Yi Yin. The exhibit will be at Milltown Borough Hall, Washington Avenue. Exhibit hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30…
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Mardi Gras party slated for Jan. 29
The St. Bartholomew Knights of Columbus and Columbiettes, East Brunswick, will sponsor a Mardi Gras party Jan. 29 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. at the auditorium at St. Bartholomew’s Roman Catholic Church, 470 Ryders Lane. The cost is $25 per person and covers an “all you can eat” dinner, beer, wine and soda, live music, and a…
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Lectures by Wellness Foundation Jan. 26, 27
The Wellness Education Foundation, East Brunswick, will sponsor a free lecture by James Lynch, M.D., Jan. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center. Lynch will present “Drug-Free Options for Thyroid Problems, Digestive Disorders, Fatigue, Arthritis, PMS/Menopause and Headaches.” The foundation will sponsor “Discover the Benefits of Acupuncture,…
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Oldies Dance Jan. 21 at American Legion hall
American Legion Post No. 253, Spotswood, will hold an Oldies Dance Jan. 21 from 8-11 p.m. at the Legion hall, Devoe Avenue. The cost is $7 per person for the dance, which will feature music of the ’50s and ’60s, coffee, cake, tea and cookies. For more information, call Tony at (732) 251-0970 after 7…
