Category: Sentinel-EDM Calendar
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There’s summer savings at church thrift store
Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, continues its thrift store hours for the summer. It will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays; and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. It will be closed on Saturdays in August. The thrift store…
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‘Books Come Alive’ at library read-a-thon
The Edison Public Library will be sponsoring a “Books Come Alive” read-a-thon next month for children in grades one through six. Youngsters who participate in the program will be supporting the work of the Literacy Volunteers of Middlesex, based in South River, as they collect donations from family members, friends and local store owners. Prizes…
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Center offers Friday-night discussions on spirituality
The Eckankar Center holds public presentations and discussions on spirituality in everyday life Friday evenings from 8-9 p.m. at the center, 3 Lincoln Highway (Route 27), Suite 102, Edison. Topics include “The Amazing Toolbox of Life,” “Accepting Spiritual Guidance,” “Dreams: A Doorway to Heaven” and “Past Lives: Have You Lived Before?” For more information, call…
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‘Keep Kids alive, drive 25’ signs available
The Metuchen Police Department has begun a safety campaign titled “Keep Kids Alive, Drive 25.” The plastic 18-by-24-inch signs have the “Keep Kids Alive Drive 25” slogan printed on both sides. They may be loaned out for free for two to three weeks at a time to borough residents who are interested in participating in…
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‘Jungle of Jersey’ swings into libraries on Aug. 11
The Edison Public Library will hold registration in person or by phone beginning July 31 for “The Jungle of Jersey,” which is being sponsored by the Friends of the Edison Public Library. Presented by Piccirillo Sciencetelling, the program is open to children ages 4-12 with parent/caregiver. It will be held at 10 a.m. Aug. 11…
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Families can ‘paws’ to read together in July
The Edison Public Library is holding registration in person or by phone for “Families ‘Paws’ to Read Together,” a four-week program featuring stories, simple activities, crafts and a video presentation. It is open to preschoolers through 12-year-olds and their parents/guardians, with adult participation required. Adults must register all children in the family who plan to…
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Coast Guard Auxiliary offering boating courses
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 44, Sewaren section of Woodbridge, is offering boating courses during the summer. The new boating law, Assembly bill 2624, requires a boating license. Upon successful completion of the ABC course, students will receive certification and their N.J. State Boating Safety Certificate, which allows individuals to operate a personal water…
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‘The Tempest’ July 22 at Lake Avenue pond
The Metuchen Cultural Arts Commission will present The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble’s performance of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” at 7 p.m. July 22 at Tommy’s Pond, Lake Avenue, Metuchen. Attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. For further information, call the Metuchen Recreation Commission at (732) 632-8502 or e-mail [email protected].…
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‘Seussical’ next up for Plays-in-the-Park
Middlesex County’s summer theater, Plays-in-the-Park, will continue its 44th season of musicals with a production of “Seussical” set for 8:30 p.m. July 19-29 at the Stephen J. Capestro Theater in Roosevelt Park, Edison. There will be no performances on Sundays. The box office will open at 5:30 p.m. on performance days. Patrons must bring a…
