Category: Sentinel-EBS Calendar

  • Donors needed for area blood drives

    New Jersey Blood Services, a division of New York Blood Center (NYBC) is asking for help in maintaining an adequate supply of all blood types, especially O negative, the “universal” blood that can be transfused into anyone in an emergency. Current inventory is running below the desired target level for all types. The upcoming blood-drive…

  • Restaurant event to aid track teams

    The East Brunswick High School (EBHS) track and field teams will host a fundraiser 2- 6 p.m. Dec. 20 at Chipotle, 609 Route 18, East Brunswick. Diners should bring an event flier, display it on their smartphone or tell the cashier they are there to support the cause. More than 50 percent of the proceeds…

  • Children’s book author to visit library

    The Old Bridge Library will continue its Local Author series with a presentation by children’s book author Carmen Rubin at 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at the library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. The Manalapan-based Rubin, who is known for her works including “The Gifted Guitar” and “Ashti Meets Birdman Al,” will read from…

  • Bill Turner to perform at Elks’ NYE party

    The East Brunswick Elks will present Bill Turner & Blue Smoke at its New Year’s Eve Party, beginning at 8 p.m., on Dec. 31 at the lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave., East Brunswick. There will be a cocktail hour with hot and cold hors d’oeuvres followed by a hot buffet with salad, chicken Francaise, glazed ham,…

  • Seniors offering trip to Resorts Casino, A.C.

    Jamesburg Senior Citizens will host a Dec. 28 trip to Resorts Casino, Atlantic City. Sign-in is set for 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the Jamesburg Senior Center, 139 Stevens Ave. The bus will depart at 11 a.m. Cost is $25 per person and includes transportation and a $25 return in slot play. All are welcome to attend.…

  • Woman’s group to gather Jan. 12

    The East Brunswick Woman’s Club will meet 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 at East Brunswick Fire District No. 1, Civic Center Station, 303 Rues Lane. There will be a business meeting, followed by refreshments and a tricky tray. All are invited to attend. Prospective members are always welcome. For more information, call Laura at 732- 254-5742.

  • Event at café to assist S.A. youngster, family

    The Chamber of Commerce serving Old Bridge, Sayreville and South Amboy will hold a community fundraiser to benefit Wyatt Scott, a South Amboy youngster diagnosed with neuroblastoma, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 19 at Love Is All You Knead Café, 112 N. Broadway, South Amboy. Proceeds will go to help make Christmas happier for Wyatt and…

  • Holiday events ongoing in E.B.

    The East Brunswick Department of Recreation, Parks and Community Services is sponsoring and participating in several holiday drives and activities throughout the month of December. Toys for Tots collections are ongoing through Dec. 18 at East Brunswick Water and Sewer, 25 Harts Lane. Santa and his firefighting reindeer friends from the East Brunswick fire districts…

  • Adult Craft Night scheduled at library

    The Sayreville Public Library, Washington Road, will present the next installment in its Adult Craft Night series 6-8 p.m. Jan. 14. Theresa Chuntz will lead participants in making a Piece of My Heart Mirror using puzzle pieces, glitter and wooden-heart mirrors. For more information or to register, email Alaina at alainad@lmxac.org; call 732-727-0212, ext. 25;…