• This week’s photo assignment: Fundraising & special events

    Sparky, described by owner Helena Levenson as “incredibly cute, soft and cuddly,” helped to fill an “empty nest” in East Brunswick with the love that only a dog can give. Greater Media Newspapers readers may submit photos via email to [email protected]. READER SUBMITTED PHOTO BY HELENA LEVENSON/StringFly@GMNews Last week we asked for your pet photos…

  • College-planning sessions at E.B. library

    East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick, will be hosting a college-planning workshop series. A parent/student information session will take place 7-7:30 p.m. Oct. 2. The session is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the dynamic career coach and hear about the three other workshops in the series. Space…

  • Sept. 29 walk/run to benefit needy

    The Our Lady of Victories Conference of St. Vincent de Paul will be participating in the National Friends of the Poor Walk/Run on Sept. 29 beginning at 10 a.m. at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park in South Amboy. All walkers and runners are welcome. All funds raised will benefit those in need, served by the OLV…

  • Computer training offered for residents

    Registration is under way for the East Brunswick High School Technology Education Community Service (EBTECS) Club’s free personal computer training for East Brunswick residents. Members of the club (formerly known as the East Brunswick High School Computer Club) will offer participants one-on-one training in computer applications (Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and new technologies including…

  • Quickbook class to be held Sept. 29

    East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick, will be hosting “Introduction to Quickbooks – Level 1” on Sept. 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will provide an introduction to the small business financial software, and is designed for beginners. Space is limited. Tickets are $50 each. Advance registration…

  • Milltown Day planned for Oct. 6

    The 15th annual Milltown Day is set for 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 6 in Borough Park, JFK Boulevard and Violet Terrace, next to the community pool. New this year to the family event will be a pumpkin-carving and decorating contest, a petting zoo and pony rides. Other activities will include an arts and crafts expo,…

  • OLOL Fall Festival on tap for Sept. 28-30

    Our Lady of Lourdes School will hold its seventh annual Fall Festival, rain or shine, 5-10 p.m. Sept. 28, noon-10 p.m. Sept. 29, and 1-6 p.m. Sept. 30, on the grounds at the school, 44 Cleveland Ave., Milltown. The family event will feature food, including ethnic treats and home-baked goods; boardwalk games; “Build-AScarecrow”; trackless train…

  • Open Mic Night scheduled for Sept. 28

    The South Amboy Columbian Club Open Mic Night is set for 8 p.m. Sept. 28 at the club, 308 Fourth St. Interested individuals are invited to bring their talent and their “fan club.” Amateurs are welcome. Instruments will be available. Performers and listeners are welcome to attend.

  • Library hours adjusted for roof project

    The East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, has changed its hours while a new roof is installed. The library will now be open 1-9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Weekend hours will remain 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Library Director MaryEllen Firestone said the project could take approximately four weeks, barring any weather-related…

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