Category: Suburban Calendar

  • Chronic fatigue lecture set for Aug. 15 in E.B.

    Chronic fatigue lecture set for Aug. 15 in E.B. The Wellness Education Foundation, East Brunswick, will sponsor a free community lecture on chronic fatigue syndrome at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 at Borders Books and Music, MidState Mall, Route 18, East Brunswick. Matthew J. Speesler, M.D., will offer sharing, support and information on a medical…

  • Drug, alcohol council honored for publications

    The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) of Middlesex County, which has been providing prevention services in Middlesex County since 1980, has been awarded the Apex 2002 Award of Excellence in two categories. The organization received awards for its work on its 2000 annual report, "Building Healthy Communities," and their newly designed Web…

  • O.B. Library to screen documentaries from PBS

    The Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, will screen several documentaries from the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) series "Point of View" in the large library meeting room during July and August. There will a staff-led discussion after each presentation. Mai’s America, set for 1 p.m. on July 31, follows Mai,…

  • Members sought for new O.B. library crafting club

    Members sought for new O.B. library crafting club The Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, is considering starting a crafting club. Individuals of all ages, abilities and interests in arts and crafts are welcome to join. Interested individuals should call Tim at (732) 721-5600, ext. 2313.

  • S.A. panel to hold fund-raiser for 2003 parade day

    The South Amboy Parade Committee will host a fund-raiser for its 2003 Parade Day. The fund-raiser will be held from 3-7 p.m. on Aug. 3. Location has been set at the Dugout Sports Café, 200 S. Stevens Ave., South Amboy. Cost is $25 per person for food, beer, wine and soda. For more information, call…

  • Church will sponsor vacation Bible school

    Old Bridge Baptist Church, 21 Kossman St., East Brunswick, will host a vacation Bible school from 6:30-8:45 p.m., Aug. 12-16. Classes for all ages, preschool to adult, will be available. There will be games, crafts and free snacks every evening. For more information, call (732) 257-7959 or (732) 679-4452.

  • County hazardous waste drop-off day scheduled

    County hazardous waste drop-off day scheduled Middlesex County residents may drop off their leftover pesticides, household cleaners, chemicals, batteries and other household hazardous waste from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 21 at the Old Bridge Public Works Yard in the township municipal complex, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Acceptable items include adhesives; aerosol…

  • Summer camp

    Mariela Batista (top l) and Katie Pentek draw designs during one of the programs at the weeklong camp. PHOTOS BY FARRAH MAFFAI Theresa Hyslop inserts the end piece of her firefly during the crafts session last week at the summer camp of Our Lady of Victories Church, located on Main Street in Sayreville. At right,…

  • Old Bridge schedules summer concert series

    Old Bridge schedules summer concert series The Old Bridge Cultural Arts Committee is presenting a free township summer concert series at Geick Park, Route 516. All concerts are set to begin at 7:30 p.m. In the event of rain, shows will be moved to the Old Bridge Ice Arena, Route 516. The remaining concert schedule…