• Author Micol Ostow to be at Edison temple

    Author Micol Ostow will come to Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St., Edison, on Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11:15 a.m. to speak about her life and work. Her novels examine diversity and identity and are relevant to all young people as they face the challenge of self-discovery on their journey to adulthood. The author visit is…

  • Hospice volunteers sought to help others

    VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of the New Jersey Shore is recruiting compassionate people to be hospice volunteers in Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex and Somerset counties. Hospice volunteers give their time to terminally ill patients and their caregivers during a critical time. In orientation classes, they are trained in listening skills, family dynamics and the right words…

  • Cong. Beth-El to offer membership program

    On Monday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m., the Sisterhood and Men’s Club of Congregation Beth-El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, will have a paid-up membership program featuring The Knudniks, a Klezmer band. A dairy Italian dinner will be served, followed by a chocolate fountain for dessert. For more information, call 732-985-7272.

  • ‘Day With Santa’ Dec. 5 at OLP School

    With Christmas around the corner, it’s time to think about Our Lady of Peace School’s annual “Day with Santa.” The school is located at Amboy Avenue on the border of Edison and Fords. This year, the event will take place on Sunday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the church cafeteria. This…

  • Granny’s Cellar craft show set in Spotswood

    The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Spotswood, will host its annual Granny’s Cellar Holiday Craft Show 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Nov. 27 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 28 at Immaculate Conception School, Manalapan Road, Spotswood. The event will feature approximately 75 crafters displaying and selling handcrafted merchandise. Admission is $2 for adults; children will be…

  • Holiday trip to NYC slated for Dec. 11

    The Edison Recreation Department is offering a bus trip to see the 2010 version of the “Christmas Spectacular” at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The $65 fee includes transportation by bus to New York City, orchestra seating for the 9 a.m. show, and four hours of free time to enjoy the holiday…

  • Vendors sought for Christmas bazaar

    On Saturday, Dec. 4, St. Helena’s HSA, 950 Grove Ave., Edison, will hold a Christmas bazaar in the school auditorium from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a fee of $15 for the first table and $5 for each additional table. Interested vendors should contact Kathy Penelope at 201-390-5053.

  • Edison Menorah Lighting on Dec. 2

    Mayor Antonia Ricigliano, the Edison municipal council, and the Edison Recreation Department will be joined by community, family and friends at Edison’s annual Festival of Lights Celebration on Thursday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. This special holiday event is once again being staged inside the Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road,…

  • Wine seminar at N.J. Expo Center Nov. 30

    Riedel Crystal of America will present “A Unique and Fascinating Wine Seminar with Maximilian J. Riedel” on Tuesday, Nov. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at the N.J. Convention and Expo Center, Main Ballroom entrance, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison. There is limited availability. Tickets are $75, which includes a four-piece Vinum XL tasting set. Tickets will not…

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