• ‘New Brain’ at Edison Valley Playhouse

    The Edison Valley Playhouse will present “A New Brain,” with music and lyrics by William Finn, on Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 5-20, at 8 p.m. By the Tony Award-winning authors of “Falsettos,” “A New Brain” is an energetic, sardonic, often comical musical about a composer during a medical emergency. Ticket are $20 for adults and…

  • Book review Nov. 8 at Sisterhood of Beth-El

    The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth-El in Edison will host a book review of “The Fruit of Her Hands,” the story of Shira of Ashkenaz, by Michelle Cameron on Monday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 p.m. The author will also join the group for a discussion of her book. Books will be available to purchase that evening,…

  • I need another woman in my life, and her name is Siri

    CODA GREG BEAN There we were, sitting around on the night before Christmas Eve, shooting the breeze and trying to figure out what to do about dinner. Someone suggested pizza, and that sounded pretty good. Where was the closest pizza place? Did they deliver? My youngest son, who lives in the town where we were…

  • Aasif Mandvi to perform Nov. 12

    The commentator for “The Daily Show,” Aasif Mandvi, will be performing his show, “Behind the Scenes of the REAL Fake News,” as a benefit for Women HelpingWomen. It will take place on Friday, Nov. 12, at Mirage Banquet Hall in Edison. For more information, call Anne Safran Dalin at 732-887-5229.

  • Fall rummage sale in Edison Nov. 14

    The Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El will sponsor its fall rummage sale Sunday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St., Edison (across from JFK Hospital). There will be clothing, housewares, linens, books, toys, etc. For more information, call the temple office at 742-549-4442.

  • Cub Scout Vendor Basket Bingo Nov. 6

    Cub Scout Pack 12 of Edison will present Vendor Basket Bingo on Saturday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church, 100 Seymour Ave, Edison. Prizes include various gift certificates and baskets from AutoZone, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, PartyLite, Mary Kay, Longaberger, J.R. Watkins and many more. Vendors are still being accepted for table…

  • Upcoming teen programs at Met. Lib.

    The Teen Advisory Board of the Metuchen Public Library announced the following events to be held at the library, 480 Middlesex Ave.: On Sunday, Oct. 31, at 2 p.m., there will be a Halloween film screening of “The Corpse Bride.” This program is open to the public — adults, teens, and pre-teens. Refreshments and Halloween…

  • ‘Scarecrows on Main’ in Metuchen Oct. 29

    The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce announced its newest event in downtown Metuchen: ”Scarecrows on Main.” Beginning on Oct. 29, Main Street Metuchen will host a crazy display of scarecrows. Chamber members have agreed to decorate a scarecrow to reflect their business or organization. Can you guess which scarecrow belongs to your favorite merchant or…

  • Local artists showcase their work Nov. 3

    On Wednesday, Nov. 3, three local artisans will showcase their creations and will talk about how they got started, their inspirations and the materials they use. There will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions. (Please note that presenters will not be teaching how to do needlework/ crafts.) The program will start at…

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