Category: Sentinel-EDM Calendar
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Basketball club shoots for competitive new players
The New Jersey Rising Stars Girls Basketball Club is looking for players for its upcoming spring and summer Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) program. Competitive players ages 11-18 are welcome to attend open gyms that began in early February. For details, call John Spiess, program director, at (732) 287-5488.
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Preschool open house slated for Feb. 26
Wesley Pre-School, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, is holding an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 26. Two, three and five half-day sessions are available for September enrollment. For more information, call (732) 738-0885.
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Local church announces 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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Men’s drop-in basketball program in full swing
The Metuchen Recreation Commission’s Men’s Drop-in Basketball program is held from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday evenings at the Edgar School gymnasium, Brunswick Avenue. Open to Metuchen residents who are over 30, the program is free of charge. For further information, call the commission at (732) 632-8502.
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Local AARP chapter lines up meeting, trips
The Edison AARP Chapter 3446 will hold its next meeting at 1 p.m. Feb. 14 (Valentine’s Day) at the Edison Job Corps, 500 Plainfield Ave., where the Magic Mirror group will perform skits that address contemporary issues. Dues will also be collected, and new applications are being accepted for those New Jersey residents who belong…
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Animal Rescue Force is seeking volunteers
Animal Rescue Force, East Brunswick, is seeking volunteers to work one Saturday or Sunday per month at the group’s adoption centers located at the Route 18 Flea Market, East Brunswick, and at the Englishtown Auction. Responsibilities will include walking dogs, cleaning crates and talking to the public. For more information, call (732) 257-7559.
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College plans auditions for Neil Simon comedy
Auditions for the Middlesex County College (MCC) Performing Arts Department’s upcoming production of the Neil Simon comedy “Laughter on the 23rd Floor” will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Feb. 15 and 6-9 p.m. on Feb. 16 in the Studio Theater on the MCC Edison campus. Roles are open for seven men and two women.…
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Citizens Police Academy gears up again in March
The Metuchen Police Department will be conducting a 12-week Citizens Police Academy program for borough residents beginning in March. The interactive program is designed to educate participants about department procedures, guidelines and responsibilities. Topics covered include an overview of the department’s organization and structure, recruitment, training and day-to-day operations. Participants will be given the opportunity…
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Local church to host second annual turkey dinner
The Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, is holding its second annual turkey dinner from 5-9 p.m. Feb. 26. Entertainment will be provided by DJs Dingo and Nes. Cost is $12 for adults; $7 for children ages 5-12; and $1 for children ages 4 and under. Tickets are limited. To purchase, call the…
