Category: Suburban Calendar

  • On Campus

    On Campus Meghan McKenna, daughter of Cheryl and Dr. Harold McKenna of Old Bridge, recently earned a bachelor of science degree in nutrition and dietetics from the University of Rhode Island, Kingston. While at the university, she served as a tour guide and a member of the Student Alumni Association. A 2000 graduate of Red…

  • Senior Chai schedules meeting and luncheon

    The next meeting of Senior Chai, a program of Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Southern Middlesex County, will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. on July 13 at the Jewish Congregation of Concordia, 20 Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe. The event will feature a kosher luncheon. Meeting participants will receive a flower planting to take home. Donation…

  • Middle Grades reading club to meet on July 19

    The Middle Grades Book Discussion Group will hold a meeting at 7:30 p.m. on July 19 at the Old Bridge Main Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Youngsters in fifth-eighth grades will discuss "Molly Moon’s Incredible Book of Hypnotism," by Georgia Byng. Books will be provided. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required. Interested individuals…

  • Music/art classes set for children with autism

    Parent/child workshops in music/movement and art for children with autism or autistic behaviors will be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, July 20-Aug. 25, at Elks Lodge No. 324, New Brunswick. In addition, art workshops will be offered July 24-Aug. 28 at the College of St. Elizabeth, Morristown. The program, now in its 20th year, is…

  • American Legion sets

    July 16 Oldies Dance Spotswood American Legion Post No. 253 will sponsor its monthly Oldies Dance from 8-11 p.m. on July 16 at the post home, Devoe Avenue, next to the lake. The event will feature dancing and listening to the music of the ’50s and ‘60s. Admission is $7 per person and includes soda,…

  • Bereavement group forming in Monroe

    Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Southern Middlesex County, Concordia Shopping Center, Monroe, is forming a new bereavement group. The group, which is designed to provide support and guidance, will be conducted by a licensed clinical social worker. For information or to register, call JoAnn Cohen at (609) 395-7979.

  • Tickets available for

    July 11 trip to A.C. The Sayreville War Memorial High School Band Parents Association will sponsor a July 11 trip to the Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City. The bus will depart at 9:30 a.m. from the school parking lot, Washington Road. Return will be at approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost is $22 per person,…

  • Vendors, crafters needed for S.R. Heritage Day

    Vendors, crafters needed for S.R. Heritage Day The South River Municipal Alliance seeks crafters and vendors for the 10th annual South River Heritage Day celebration set for noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 18 on Montgomery Street in the borough. The event, which will take place rain or shine, will feature rides for children, a DJ,…

  • Boomer, Scout displays at Monroe library

    The Monroe Township Library, 4 Municipal Plaza, is now displaying baby boomer memorabilia courtesy of exhibitor Susan Grotyohann through July 28. The memorabilia consists of old toys, Little Golden Books, Barbie dolls, and other items. Cub Scout Park No. 105, sponsored by the Jamesburg Elks, will have a scouting display at the library July 30-Aug.…