Category: Sentinel-EBS Calendar
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‘Polar Express’ Party en route to S.R. Library
Youngsters are invited to a “Polar Express” Party set for 7 p.m. on Dec. 20 at the South River Public Library, 55 Appleby Ave. The event will feature activities, photos, cocoa and a reading of Chris Van Allsburg’s “The Polar Express.” Participants may wear their pajamas. Registration is required. For details and to reserve, call…
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‘Messiah,’ hand bell concerts set at church
The Music at St. Mary’s concert series at St. Mary’s Church, Augusta Street, South Amboy, will feature two upcoming holiday events. The St. Mary Choral Society and Chamber Orchestra will perform George Frederick Handel’s “The Messiah” at 7 p.m. on Dec. 18. The Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir will offer a concert at 11 a.m. on…
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Library Friends selling coupon savings books
The Friends of the Spotswood Public Library, 548 Main St., is selling “Hometown Savings 2005” books containing discount coupons from many local retailers and large, chain merchants in Spotswood, East Brunswick, South River, Milltown, Monroe and Old Bridge. Coupons expire on Dec. 31, 2005. Cost is $18. All proceeds benefit the Friends and will be…
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Volunteers sought for JFS winter programs
The Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Southern Middlesex County is in urgent need of volunteers during the winter months. Opportunities are open to deliver Kosher Meals on Wheels and to serve as office receptionists and hosts or hostesses for JFS morning groups. For more information and to volunteer, call Jennifer at (609) 395-7979, Tuesdays-Thursdays.
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South River PTA has Calloway Value Cards
The South River Middle School PTA is selling Calloway Value Cards. The cards may be used every day for one year for discounts at selected local restaurants and other stores. Cost is $10. For more information and to order, call Lucille Dowd at (732) 254-6247 or Debbie Cseh at (732) 254-3758.
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Baby-sitter’s training scheduled for January
Boys and girls ages 12-18 are invited to attend a Baby-Sitter’s Training Course, certified by the American Red Cross, from 7-9:15 p.m. for four consecutive weeks beginning Jan. 3. The East Brunswick Division of Recreation will sponsor the event. Participants will use lifelike infant and child mannequins during the nine-session training program. Students will be…
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SARA seeks volunteers, offers cats for adoption
Summit Animal Rescue Association (SARA) Inc., offers cats and kittens for adoption at Petco of Old Bridge, Route 9 and Ernston Road, from noon to 5 p.m. on alternate Saturdays. Upcoming date is Dec. 18. Adoption fee is $75. An application is required. SARA also is seeking volunteers to aid in the care, feeding and…
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Bereavement group accepting new members
A bereavement group, sponsored by Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Southern Middlesex County, is now accepting new members. The group, which is conducted by a licensed clinical social worker, meets monthly in Monroe. For information or to register, call JoAnn at (609) 395-7979.
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Goddard School to host Dec. 18 blood drive
The Blood Center of New Jersey (BCNJ) will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 18 at the Goddard School, 1480 Englishtown Road, Old Bridge. Complimentary cholesterol screenings will be provided for all participants. Donors, who must present signed or photo identification and know their Social Security number, are asked…
