Category: Suburban Calendar

  • Entries are being sought for photo contest

    Freehold Soil Conservation District is sponsoring a photo contest for those who can capture subjects that promote the beauty and uniqueness of the natural environments found in Middlesex and Monmouth counties. Wildlife, landscapes, natural resources, agriculture, people interacting with the environment, waterscapes, etc., are all suitable subjects. The following prizes will be awarded: $200, first…

  • Fundraiser to benefit resident’s cancer fight

    A Baskets for Brian Egan fundraiser will be held at 8 p.m. June 28 in the Lourdes Center at St. Bernadette’s Church, Villanova and Princeton roads, Parlin section of Old Bridge. Egan, a resident of Old Bridge, has been diagnosed with leukemia. All proceeds will be used to defray the cost of his medical expenses.…

  • Event at Friday’s to aid St. Stan’s School

    St. Stanislaus Kostka School, Sayreville, will sponsor a fundraiser on July 9 at TGI Friday’s, Route 9 north, Old Bridge. Participants should tell their server they are there to support St. Stan’s. The restaurantwill then donate 20 percent of each supporter’s bill (eat in or takeout) to the school.

  • Indian cultural panel to host June 28 picnic

    The Indian Cultural Association of Monroe will hold its 2008 Picnic Get-Together beginning at 11 a.m. June 28 in grove 4 at Thompson Park, Monroe. The event will feature food and activities for all ages. All are welcome. Cost is $2 per person. For more information, call Jaimini at 732-322-9850 or Alpa at 732-742-2282.

  • Spaces available for trip to casino, winery

    Our Lady of Victories Seniors will sponsor a July 13 bus trip to Showboat Casino, Atlantic City, and the Renault Winery, Egg Harbor. The bus will depart at 9 a.m. from the lower parking lot at OLV Parish, Main Street, Sayreville. Return will be at approximately 9 p.m. Cost is $45 and includes bus transportation,…

  • Salt-Marsh Hike next up at Cheesequake

    An interpretive Salt-Marsh Hike is set to begin at 1 p.m. on June 29 at the pavilion at Hooks Creek Lake, Cheesequake State Park, Old Bridge. Participants will discuss and view many of the salt-marsh plants and animals during the hike. Individuals ages 8 and up are invited to attend. Fee is the park-admission charge.…

  • O.B. Library trustees will meet on July 9

    The Old Bridge Library board of trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on July 9 at the Old Bridge Central Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. The public is welcome to attend. Formal action may be taken on agenda items or other matters that come before the board.

  • County to sponsor paper-shredding event

    The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders will hold a free mobile papershredding event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until the truck is full) on June 28 in the parking lot at the Spotswood Municipal Building, 77 Summerhill Road. County residents are invited to recycle their old documents and confidential files safely, while…

  • O.B. Office on Aging sets programs for seniors

    The Old Bridge Office on Aging will offer a variety of upcoming programs. All sessions will take place at the George Bush Senior Center, Old Bridge municipal complex, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, unless otherwise indicated. The July schedule is as follows: • July 3 – Independence Day program with the Blue Shades Wind Ensemble;…