• Doreen A. MacIsaac Webster

    Mrs. Webster, 43, of Spotswood, died Feb. 21, 2012, in Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick. She was predeceased by a daughter, Emily Webster. Surviving are a son, Joseph D. Webster of Spotswood; her parents, Francis B. and Patricia A. Gillen MacIsaac, also of Spotswood; a brother, Christopher A. MacIsaac of Franklin Park; a sister,…

  • Catherine T. Barbano

    Mrs. Barbano, 90, of Monroe, died Feb. 18, 2012, in Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick. Surviving are four stepsons, Alfred Barbano of Langhorne, Pa., Harry Barbano, and his wife, Barbara, of Milltown, Michael Barbano, and his wife, Gail, of Atlanta and Peter Barbano of Kenilworth; a stepdaughter, Patricia Barbano Bertschy, and her husband, Robert,…

  • Keeping children with disabilities safe

    POAC Autism Services will host a free seminar, “Hidden Dangers and Keeping Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Safe in the Community, School and Home,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 12 at Spotswood High School, 105 Summerhill Road. The workshop will offer suggestions and strategies that can be applied immediately to increase safety and decrease risk…

  • Exhibit explores life of Emma Lazarus

    “Emma Lazarus: Voice of Liberty, Voice of Conscience,” a traveling exhibition opening at the Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple on March 11, traces Lazarus’ life, intellectual development, work, and lasting influence. Emma Lazarus was a fourth-generation American from a prominent Jewish family in New York City who is known for the iconic words of her 1883…

  • Photo

    A standing-room-only crowd watches as painter, cartoonist and educator Don Bloom presents “Artists Who Made Their Name During the Great Depression” on Feb. 26 at the East Brunswick Historical Society, Milltown Road. The program was the second installment of four in the historical panel’s series on the Depression. SCOTT FRIEDMAN

  • Toastmasters Club to meet March 8

    The Old Bridge Toastmasters Club will meet from 7 to 8:45 p.m. March 8 at the Old Bridge Public Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. This is a “learn-by-doing” public speaking club where attendees can hone your speaking, listening and presentation skills in a comfortable manner. Speaking projects may be completed from educational manuals according…

  • Senior center slates wellness, ‘Carousel’

    Spotswood Senior Center, 1 Arlington Ave., Spotswood, will host the following events: • VNA wellness nurse and free blood pressure checks, 1-3 p.m. March 14 • Special senior performance of “Carousel” by the Spotswood High School Drama Club, 7 p.m. March 14 • AARP Driving Course, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 17. Call the Spotswood Office…

  • E.B. Jewish Center will hold blood drive

    The East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, will hold a blood drive 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. March 11. For an appointment, call 800-933-2566 or email [email protected]. Include name, time desired, email address and phone number.

  • Sociable Singles will gather March 25

    Etz Chaim Sociable Singles will hold a meeting 1-4 p.m. March 25 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The event will feature discussion, socializing and refreshments. Admission is $5 per person. The group is designed for individuals ages 50 and above. New members are welcome. For information, call 609-655-5137.

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