• Novak to present fun take on decluttering

    Novak to present fun take on decluttering

    A program titled “How to Have a Clutter-Free New Year” is planned for 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 18, 2017, at the Sayreville Public Library, 1050 Washington Road. Organizing expert and author Jamie Novak will offer a humorous presentation on learning where to begin, what to do first and how to stay motivated to get out from…

  • Advance tickets on sale for Pocketbook Bingo

    Advance tickets on sale for Pocketbook Bingo

    The annual Sayreville Middle School PTO Pocketbook Bingo is planned for Jan. 28, 2017, at the school, 800 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for advance-ticket holders, 6:30 for those without tickets. Games will begin at 7:30 p.m. Discounted advance tickets cost $30 and include admission and 12 bingo…

  • Dentist collecting holiday toys for needy children

    Dentist collecting holiday toys for needy children

    Dr. Mariana Blagoev of Bright Smiles Dental, 1145 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville, is holding a holiday toy drive for needy children in the community. Members of the public are encouraged to drop off new, unwrapped or lightly used toys during regular hours at the dentist’s office through Dec. 21. All items collected will…

  • Community invited to YMCA open house

    Community invited to YMCA open house

    The Old Bridge YMCA, 1 Mannino Park Drive, will hold an open house 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 7, 2017. All community members are invited to attend. Visitors will be entered into a raffle to win a free three-month membership. Representatives from membership, fitness, aquatics and summer camp will be on hand to answer questions and give…

  • Entrants sought for holiday house-decorating contest

    Entrants sought for holiday house-decorating contest

    The Monroe Township Recreation Department is sponsoring its annual holiday house-decorating contest for township residents. Judging will take place in the evening, Dec. 23-Jan. 2, 2017, depending upon the weather; entrants are asked to leave on their lights in order to be judged. Winners, who will be notified by telephone following the judging, will be…

  • Youngsters to offer Nativity play at church

    Youngsters to offer Nativity play at church

    The children of Christ Episcopal Church, 220 Main St., corner of Main and Broadway, South Amboy, will present “Go and Tell,” a play about the Christmas Nativity, 9 a.m. Dec. 18. Holy Eucharist also will be offered. For more information, call 732-721-6262 or log on to www.christchurchsouthamboy.com.  

  • New care facility to assist those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia

    New care facility to assist those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia

    HOLMDEL — Millennium Memory Care has opened the doors of its newest residential care facility at 92 Stillwell Road in Holmdel. The facility specializes in helping those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or challenging behaviors. Residents who exhibit aggressive behavior; have a tendency to wander; are susceptible to falls; are resistant to care; shout and curse are welcome…

  • St. Stan’s schedules New Year’s Day Bingo

    St. Stan’s schedules New Year’s Day Bingo

    St. Stanislaus Kostka Church will sponsor its New Year’s Day Bingo beginning at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 1 at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 225 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville. Doors will open at noon. The kitchen will be open during the event. For more information, call the parish office at 732-254-0212.

  • She’s tough, she’s smart and she’s got it

    She’s tough, she’s smart and she’s got it

    By Paul Hall Washington, D.C., is a place that can swallow those who don’t have a thick skin. Let’s be honest: Many of the biggest decisions aren’t made as simply as voting thumbs up or down on legislation. Countless individuals work around the clock to persuade elected officials to cast votes on one particular side.…

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