Category: Sentinel-EDM Calendar
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Prom fashion show, tricky tray auction on tap
The J.P. Stevens High School Project Graduation Committee will hold its annual Prom Fashion Show and Tricky Tray Auction on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria, 855 Grove Ave., Edison. Gowns and tuxedos will be supplied by Russell’s Bridal of Linden. Tickets are $5, available in advance or at the door. Refreshments…
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Kindergarten registration to be held this month
All Metuchen children who will turn age 5 by Oct. 1, 2005, are eligible for kindergarten registration, which will take place at Moss School, 16 Simpson Place, on the following dates: • Feb. 23 — 9-10:15 a.m. for last names beginning with G-J; and 10:15-11:30 a.m. for surnames beginning with K-M. • Feb. 24 —…
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Group forming for male survivors of abuse
Male survivors of sexual assault and abuse are invited to participate in a support group being organized this month for the Middlesex County area. The group aims to provide adult male survivors with a safe environment where they can learn to cope with the effects of abuse. All services are free and confidential. Meetings will…
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Improvement league to hold fund-raiser
The Borough Improvement League (BIL) of Metuchen is hosting its annual scholarship card party fund-raiser at 1 p.m. March 17 at the Metuchen Country Club, 244 Plainfield Road, Edison. All proceeds from the event will benefit the BIL’s annual scholarship fund, which awards $1,000 to a Metuchen High School (MHS) senior pursuing a career in…
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Vocal group from Pa. to perform locally Feb. 27
Turning Point, a select Christian vocal group of students from Eastern University in St. Davids, Pa., will perform its music at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Community Presbyterian Church, across from Edison High School. The program is free and open to the public. The group has been performing its Christian music for several decades.…
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JFVS announces elder care now available
The Jewish Family and Vocational Services of Middlesex County announce the availability of an elderly care program for those with memory loss and varying degrees of dementia. Transportation is provided. Fees are charged on a sliding scale. Program includes meals, snacks and activities. For more information, call (732) 777-1940.
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Local church announces its thrift store hours
Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, has announced its thrift store hours. The store will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. It features men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, knick-knacks, toys, jewelry and a “bargain…
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St. Francis Lenten series to be held each Thursday
The Most Rev. Edward T. Hughes, bishop emeritus of the Diocese of Metuchen, will conduct a six-part Lenten series on the Thursdays of Lent at St. Francis Cathedral, 32 Elm Ave., Metuchen. Hughes will be celebrant and homilist at the 12:10 p.m. Mass. Theme is “The Eucharist.” All are welcome.
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Jewish family service seeks volunteers, drivers
Jewish Family and Vocational Service of Middlesex County needs caring volunteers to work with older adults at its Cameo and Elderday programs. Both groups meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St., Edison. Programs include arts and crafts, music and dance (piano available), lectures and…
