Category: Sentinel-EDM Calendar

The Model Train & Toy Expo will be held at St. Joseph High School, 145 Plainfield Road, Metuchen, on Jan. 10 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Children under 10 are admitted free with an adult. A special presentation will also be held at 11 a.m. by Frank Duke on “Questions on Model Railroading.” View numerous operating…

The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will hold duplicate bridge, led by Al Steinberger, director, from 1-4 p.m. every Wednesday, Jan. 5-Feb. 24. The fee is $8 for nonmembers. New players are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Sue Horwitz at 732-494-3232, ext. 3603.

Francophonie Metuchen will meet 7:45- 9:45 p.m. Jan. 5 at 243 Amboy Ave., Metuchen. Discussions are in French. Participation is free. Relaxed work meetings with moderate preparations and active participation in discussions are required. For more information, call Sam Van Chama, using French, at 732-767-9372.

On Jan. 6 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. will be the first meeting of the JCC Men’s Group at the Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County (JCCMC) at 1775 Oak Tree Rd., Edison. This new group is devoted to semi-retired and retired men who are looking for a meaningful social activity for relaxation, learning and friendly interaction…

Bishop Paul G. Bootkoski will open Holy Door at Metuchen Cathedral and celebrate Mass on Dec. 20. The Diocese has announced 10 Doors of Mercy in the diocese will be open to pilgrims throughout the year. The Diocesan commission was formed to find ways to celebrate the Year of Mercy in the local Church and…

Edison AARP Chapter 3446 will meet at noon on Dec. 21 for an annual holiday luncheon. The meeting will be held at The Forge Inn, 1002 Highway 9 North, Woodbridge. Entertainment will be provided by The Elderly Brothers. A trip is being planned to Doolan’s in Spring Lake on Dec. 31 for a New Year’s…

Neve Shalom announces alternative prayer and study experiences, in addition to the traditional service in the Sanctuary, will be offered on Jan. 9 at Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave. Metuchen. For more information contact Hazzan Sheldon Levin 732-548-2238, ext. 14 or email Hazzan@NeveShalom.net.

The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will offer a behind the scenes tour of the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City on Jan. 13. See production areas not seen by the general public and increase understanding of how the company works. The bus leaves the JCC on Oak…

Congregation Beth-El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, conducts bingo games on Wednesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Early bird is at 7 p.m. No outside food or beverages are permitted. For more information, call 732-985- 7272.