• Student performers invited to audition

    The Hernandez Theatre Workshop (HTW), in collaboration with the city of South Amboy Recreation Department, will hold auditions for the upcoming production of “Once on This Island Jr.” 6:30-9:30 p.m. June 16 at the TASA (Teen Association of South Amboy) Building, 141 N. Broadway, South Amboy, across from City Hall. Parking will be available along…

  • Computer, writing class at library

    The East Brunswick Public Library will be offering several computer classes in June. Classes include Excel Basics, 7 p.m., June 15; Introduction to PowerPoint, 7 p.m. June 17; Microsoft Word III, 7 p.m June 24; Excel II, 9:30 a.m., June 26, and Interactive Web, 7 p.m., June 29. Classes are two hours long and limited…

  • MCC offers new nonprofit program

    The need for nonprofit organizations to raise funds is greater than ever, and a new program at Middlesex County College will give students the skills to enter this field, and give those in the profession new strategies and techniques. The program consists of five required courses and three electives. Students may enroll in each class…

  • Tickets on sale for Damato fundraiser

    The Sayreville War Memorial High School (SWMHS) class of 1988 will host a Night Out at the Ballpark fundraiser 7:05 p.m. June 19 at TD Bank Ballpark, Somerset section of Franklin. The event, which will feature a Somerset Patriots vs. Newark Bears game, will raise money for the Michael Robert Damato Memorial Fund. Michael was…

  • N.J. Blood Services seeking volunteers

    New Jersey Blood Services, which supplies blood products and services to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives. The blood service volunteer assists donors with registration, escorting and canteen duties, and to watch for post-donation reactions. Volunteers should have the ability to relate to the public, be able…

  • Scouts to sponsor holiday breakfast

    Jamesburg-Monroe Boy Scout Troop No. 54 will host a Father’s Day Breakfast 7 a.m.- noon June 20 at the Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg, 177 Gatzmer Ave. All proceeds will go to support the Deacons Food Cupboard, which is helping to feed 148 families in the Jamesburg, Spotswood and Helmetta area. The Cupboard recently moved into…

  • New E.B. memorabilia on exhibit at library

    The East Brunswick Historical Society is celebrating the 150th anniversary of East Brunswick Township with a new display of memorabilia during the month of June in the cases at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. The exhibit will include artifacts, newspapers and copies of works by local artists and by students at…

  • Bicycle Rodeo will ride into S.R.

    The South River Police Department will sponsor a Bicycle Rodeo and Public-Safety Day beginning at 9 a.m. June 12 at South River High School, Montgomery Street. Guests, who will celebrate bicycle safety and learn about the various public-safety services available in the community, will have the opportunity to ask questions, see emergency vehicles and meet…

  • Church carnival on tap for June 15-19

    The Immaculate Conception Church Carnival is planned for 5-11 p.m. June 15-18 and 4-11 p.m. June 19 on the church grounds, 23 Manalapan Road, Spotswood. The event will feature rides and games of chance for all ages; a beer garden; a food pavilion with specials (June 16, barbecued chicken; June 17, pulled pork; June 18,…

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