• Author to speak, sign books at library

    Author Shobhan Bantwal will discuss her life and her books, and then hold a book signing at 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Edison Public Library, 340 Plainfield Ave. Her latest book, “The Sari Shop Widow,” takes place in Edison. A copy of the book can be bought at any Edison Public Library. Tickets are…

  • ESL classes for adults offered in local area

    Literacy Programs of New Jersey (LPNJ) is now accepting registration for the following fall programs: Adult ESL classes: • Sept. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Pilgrim Covenant Church, 3121 Park Ave., South Plainfield; • , Sept. 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Woodbridge Rainbow Academy, 458 Amboy Ave., Woodbridge; • Sept. 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the…

  • Ed. 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…

  • NAACP health forum set for Sept. 10

    The Metuchen Edison Area Branch of the NAACP will present a forum titled “The Deadliest Diseases of African Americans.” The event will be held 7-9 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Edison Job Corps Academy, 500 Plainfield Ave. Presenters will include author, radio and television talk show host Derrick DeSilva Jr., M.D.; Sharol A. Lewis, M.D.,…

  • Monthly meeting set for women’s club

    The Metuchen-Edison Woman’s Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at The Heritage at Clara Barton, 1015 Amboy Ave., Edison. The program, titled “Tastefully Simple,” will be presented by Cassie Catenaro. Also, plans for the Metuchen Fair on Oct. 3 will be discussed. Guests are welcome, and light refreshments will be…

  • 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…

  • Metuchen townwide garage sale Sept. 12

    The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce will hold the 20th annual Fall Townwide Garage Sale Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The rain date is Sept. 13. There will be hundreds of homes involved. Just look for the balloons. Maps and participant lists may be picked up Saturday at Boyt Drugs, 411 Main…

  • American Legion to hold flea market

    The American Legion Auxillary, Unit 65, of Metuchen, will hold its semi-annual flea market Sept. 12 (rain date Sept. 13) in the Pearl Street parking lot. Vendors must bring their own tables and chairs; tents are permitted. Vendors looking to reserve space and for more information may call Maryann at 732-622- 128l.

  • Fall rummage sale Sept. 11, 12

    The First Presbyterian Church, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen, will hold its 31st annual fall rummage sale 6-9 p.m. Sept. 11 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 12. There will be gently used, and sometimes new, men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, with every size and type of clothing from sleepwear and casual wear to business…

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