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Diocese to begin senior Bible study
The Diocese of Metuchen Office of Family Life will sponsor an eight-week Bible-study program for seniors (above age 55) beginning Sept. 23 at the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center, 146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway. A nominal $5 fee is requested. Emphasis will be on the New Testament and the letters of St. Paul. Winifred Klimek, M.A.,…
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Thanksgiving Day trip to New York City
The Edison Recreation Department is offering a bus trip to New York City on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 26. The bus will leave Edison at 5:45 a.m. to view the parade at 9 a.m. The bus will depart from New York City at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the conclusion of the parade and should arrive back…
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Edison libraries to host book clubs
The Edison Public Library will host the following book clubs: Sept. 30 at 2 p.m., Willa Cather’s “Death Comes for the Archbishop” at the Edison Main Library, 340 Plainfield Ave. Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m., Janet Evanovich’s “Finger Lickin’ Fifteen” at North Edison Branch Library, 777 Grove Ave., Edison. And, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m.,…
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Workshop on grant writing set for Sept. 23
Applications for arts grants to fund projects taking place January through December 2010 are now available through the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Applications must be submitted online no later than midnight Wednesday, Oct. 21. Signature pages, Americans with DisabilitiesAct forms, and all support materials must be postmarked or brought to the commission’s office…
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Metuchen YMCA to sponsor events
The Metuchen Branch YMCA, 65 High St., Metuchen, is sponsoring the following upcoming events: • Oct. 9: Oktoberfest at the Platzl Brahaus. View colorful foliage while working up an appetite for a four-course family-style dinner. Bus will depart from the Metuchen municipal pool parking lot at 8:30 a.m. Fee: $72 per person. • Nov. 1:…
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Metuchen Auxiliary Police officers needed
The Metuchen Police Department and the Metuchen Auxiliary Police are looking for Metuchen residents interested in becoming volunteer police officers for the borough. No prior training is necessary; training will be provided. The Auxiliary Police, consisting of both men and women, work with the police department to reduce hazards, assist police officers with patrols of…
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MCC Fall II programs begins Sept. 28
At Middlesex County College, a special Fall II program of accelerated courses begins Sept. 28. Courses are offered day, evening, and through the Internet, as well as at various locations throughout the county. “This is the perfect opportunity to take a class in an area that interests you, or to start your college career,” said…
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Edison Public Library offers basic computer classes
The Edison Public Library will present basic computer classes designed for seniors, the technically challenged and for people who are just learning computers. The classes are hands-on training and have limited seating. The following classes are available: Computer Classes for Seniors: • Sept. 29 at the North Edison Branch Library, 777 Grove Ave. at 2…
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Sign-up has begun for Edison Kids Fun Clubs
Edison Recreation is holding registration for its Kids Fun Clubs for resident children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Clubs begin Oct. 5 and will be held after school on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturday mornings in the community centers. Classes to be offered are Beads, Beads, Beads; Brainy Games; Breakfast 4 Champions; Chess; Creative Cookies &…
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