• Registration going on for spring golf league

    Monroe residents and their friends are invited to take part in the Monroe Township Recreation Department Spring Golf League set for Tuesdays, April 5-Oct. 4, at Clearbrook Golf Club, Clearbrook Drive, Monroe. First tee-off time is 4 p.m. Interested individuals must register in advance by calling the Monroe Township Community Center at 732-723-5000. Greens fee…

  • ‘Comedy of Errors’ runs through April 8

    The Middlesex County School of Performing Arts will continue performances of William Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors” at 7 p.m. March 31, April 1, 7 and 8 in the theater at the east end of the school’s East Brunswick campus, Rues Lane. Each performance will run for 90 minutes. Tickets cost $12 for general admission in…

  • Four Aces, comedian to perform in Monroe

    The Greenbriar at Whittingham adult community, Monroe, will present The Four Aces and comedian Ross Bennett in a performance set for 8 p.m. April 9 at the Richard P. Marasco Performing Arts Center, Monroe Township High School, Perrineville Road. The Four Aces are known for hit records including “Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing,” “Three Coins…

  • Spotswood students seek gowns to be donated to those in need

    SPOTSWOOD — Two students at Spotswood High School are organizing a prom gown collection in order to help girls who can’t afford their own. Jessica Corrente and Emily Johnson decided to help others their age after reading a magazine article about Ashley Greene’s mission. The “Twilight” actress is the spokeswoman of DonateMyDress.org, a national campaign…

  • Tickets on sale for April 2 Casino Night

    The Spotswood Education Foundation will sponsor an April Fools’ Casino Night April 2 at Spotswood Knights of Columbus Hall, Crescent Avenue. The event will feature a variety of casino games including roulette, craps, blackjack, poker and Texas Hold ’Em; food; and beer and wine. Raffle prizes will include a 42- inch flat-screen LED TV, tickets…

  • Pierogi, babka at church bazaar April 9

    Sts. Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church will hold its spring bazaar 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 9 in the church hall, 9 Jeffrie Ave., South River. Homemade ethnic food (pierogi, babka, kasha, borscht and more) and religious and ethnic items will be available for sale. Other highlights include gift basket raffles and church…

  • County Democrats seek candidates

    The Middlesex County Democratic Organization will be endorsing candidates for state Senate and Assembly at the Middlesex County Democratic Convention at the Pines Manor, Edison, at 7 p.m. April 5. Democrats living in Middlesex County who would like to be considered for state Senate or Assembly must send their résumé, letter of intent and copy…

  • South River board OKs budget amid dissent

    Budget is up 2% after plan to convert three positions to part-time is scrapped BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER — After some discussion, the Board of Education adopted a 2011- 12 budget that carries a school tax increase of $131 on a home assessed at the borough average of $83,313. Voters will decide…

  • Comedy Night on tap at Elks lodge

    East Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 2370 will sponsor an “adult” Comedy Night April 8 at the lodge, 21B Oakmont Ave. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. The show will begin at 8 p.m. Headliner will be comedian John Jennings. Tickets cost $25 per person; price includes dinner buffet…

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