Category: Suburban Calendar

  • Self-defense program for women April 24

    Women can master the basic techniques for fending off an attacker by attending “Great Escapes & Quick Releases: An Introduction to Self-defense for Women” 6:30-8 p.m. April 24 at the Sayreville Public Library, 2010 Washington Road, Parlin. Participants will learn basic jujitsu techniques using little to no strength. (Wear a Tshirt, sweatpants and socks.) Open…

  • Library invites teens to make rainbow art

    The Old Bridge Library is inviting teens in grades 6-12 to make rainbow art 6-7 p.m. April 18. Participants will make fantastic rainbow art using a myriad of materials. No registration is required; this program is free and open to the public. For further information about library programs, call the Youth Services desk at 732-721-…

  • E.B. VFW schedules Good Friday dinner

    East Brunswick Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 133 Men’s Auxiliary will host a Good Friday dinner 6-8 p.m. April 6 at the post home, 485 Cranbury Road. The meal will feature a fish dinner, soup (clam chowder) and dessert. The cost is $9 per person. For more information, call 732- 254-9674 or visit www.vfwpost133.org/.

  • St. Stan’s will offer new bingo games

    St. Stanislaus Kastka Roman Catholic Church, 221 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville, will host a new starburst bonus bingo game in the school auditorium on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) and on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. (doors open at noon). The kitchen will be open. Details: 732-254-0212.

  • Tattoo event will benefit pet adoption

    Rabbits Den Tattoo Parlor, 120 North Main St., Milltown, will host a Friday the 13th tattoo event from noon to 10 p.m. April 13. The occasion will benefit the Sayreville Pet Adoption Center (SPAC). Tattoos selected from a sheet of original custom artwork will be available for $30. Half of the event’s proceeds will be…

  • OBHS committee sells flower baskets, plants

    The Old Bridge High School Scholarship Committee is taking orders for flower baskets, pots and flats, and herb and vegetable plants. Items range from $5 to $23. The items are being sold in advance of Mothers Day and could also be used as garden projects. Contact [email protected] or call Joanne at 732-690-5610. Net proceeds will…

  • Art show will benefit local medical center

    Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation will present its annual art show, “Inspirations: A Celebration of Art and Spring,” 6-8 p.m. April 19 at Raritan Bay Medical Center, 530 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy. The evening will include a wine tasting by Joe Canal’s Discount Liquor, passed hors d’oeuvres, unique art available for purchase, live music…

  • Alumni path bricks ordering deadline set

    The Alumni Path Foundation is ending the sale of the engraved bricks honoring the alumni, staff and students of Old Bridge on April 7. Anyone who would like to be part of this historic event must have their orders in by that date. Orders can be placed online at www.leaguelineup.com/alumnipath. The engraved brick walkway will…

  • O.B. library will hold practice SAT exam

    The Old Bridge Public Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, will hold a free unofficial practice SAT exam from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 11. The exam is open to students in grades nine and up. Students will receive detailed feedback on their results. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Teen Page…