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Choir sets auditions for holiday concerts
Philomusica, an auditioned adult choir, seeks singers for its Dec. 4 and 5 performances of “A Festival of Magnificats,” featuring works by Christóbal de Morales, Arvo Párt and Herbert Howells. Auditions will take place during Monday rehearsals, 7:30-10 p.m. Aug. 30, Sept. 13, 20 and 27, at the Unitarian Society, 176 Tices Lane, East Brunswick.…
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Vendors sought for Giant Yard Sale
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of East Brunswick and the St. Bartholomew Knights of Columbus will hold their annual Giant Yard Sale 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 12 in the parking lot at St. Bartholomew’s Church, 460 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. The event will be held rain or shine. Vendor spaces are available at…
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Parish to celebrate 125th anniversary
The Our Lady of Victories 125th Anniversary Dinner-Dance will be held 3-8 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Reception Center at St. Clement, 172 Freneau Ave., Matawan. The event will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, a dessert table and a five-hour open bar. A DJ will provide entertainment throughout the evening. Cost is $75 per person.…
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Tickets available for Elks Labor Day picnic
The East Brunswick Elks will sponsor its annual Labor Day Picnic 1:30-6 p.m., rain or shine, Sept. 5 on the grounds at the lodge, 21B Oakmont Ave. The event will feature hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage, corn on the cob, salads, desserts, tap beer and soda. Music will be provided by DJ Eddie. The horseshoe pits…
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fundraisers
Aug. 26-Sept. 11 • Book Sale, sponsored by the Spotswood Public Library, during regular hours, at the library, 548 Main St. Library closed Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4-6. Hardcover books, paperbacks, children’s books, VHS videos, audiocassettes. Massmarket paperbacks sell for 50 cents each or three for $1; hardcovers and oversize paperbacks, $1 and up; VHS…
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Peace movement to be focus of talk
Bob Narus, assistant director of the Coalition for Peace Action and former New York Times journalist, will offer a presentation titled “How the Peace Movement Can Be Successful” at the next meeting of the Coalition for Peace Action of Monroe Township planned for 10 a.m. Sept. 15 in the Monroe Township Municipal Building, Perrineville Road.…
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Event for families affected by autism
The fifth annual New Jersey Shore Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place Oct. 2 at the Great Lawn, Pier Village, Long Branch. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work. The event offers a safe and fun day for families impacted by autism, including a 2- to 3-mile walk…
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Tickets available for trip to Atlantic City
The Saints Peter and Paul Church Altar Society will sponsor a Sept. 23 bus trip to the Showboat Resort and Casino, Atlantic City. The bus will depart at 9 a.m. from the church parking lot, Whitehead Avenue, South River. Cost is $25, with a $30 slot-credit return. For more information and to reserve, call Elaine…
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Poker Run to aid disabled veterans Sept. 11
Sons of the American Legion Post No. 253 will host a Poker Run Sept. 11 beginning and ending at the post home, DeVoe Avenue, Spotswood. Sign in is set for 9-11 a.m. Proceeds will benefit Disabled American Veterans. The event, which will be held rain or shine, will feature food, beer, soda and live music.…
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