Category: Sentinel-EDM Calendar

  • Prom fashion show and 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 7:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. J.P. Stevens is located at 855 Grove Ave., Edison. Gowns and tuxedos will be supplied by Russell’s Bridal of Linden. Tickets are $5, available in advance…

  • Canal will be topic at Sierra Club meeting

    The Raritan Valley Group of the Sierra Club (Middlesex and Somerset counties) will host Canal Society of New Jersey historian Linda Barth at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 at the Unitarian Society of New Brunswick, 176 Tices Lane, East Brunswick. Barth will discuss the 70-mile Delaware and Raritan Canal, which spans an area from New…

  • 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…

  • 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.

  • 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.…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Library patrons can thank troops overseas

    Throughout February, patrons who visit the Edison Library will have the opportunity to write a thank-you letter to U.S. troops overseas. Prepared forms will be available at each branch’s circulation desk. At the end of the month, completed letters will be forwarded overseas. For more details, visit the children’s room or call the main library…

  • Teaching seminar to address new pathways

    An information session on the “New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey” will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 10 at Jewish Family & Vocational Service of Middlesex County, 515 Plainfield Ave., Suite 201, Edison, for those who are considering teaching as an alternate career. The seminar is free. To register, call (732)…