• Early-learning centers schedule open houses

    The Goddard Schools of Old Bridge, Sayreville and Spotswood will hold open houses 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 27-31. During their visit, children will have the opportunity to join in story time, create an art project and interact with other youngsters. A tuition discount will apply for those who enroll at the event. All are welcome…

  • Environmental panel plans watershed walk

    The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership (LBWP) will offer a watershed walk beginning at 9 a.m. July 25 in the northern limits of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens aquifer region, the South River Watershed, John A. Phillips County Preserve, at the end of Maple Street, Old Bridge. Brian Racin, LBWP Nature Walk Committee chairperson, will serve as…

  • Middlesex County Fair planned for Aug. 3-9

    The Middlesex County Fair will take place 5-11 p.m. Aug. 3-7, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 8 and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 9 at the fairgrounds, Cranbury and Fern roads, East Brunswick. Highlights will include rides and games; contests; food and shopping; and daily entertainment featuring Victoria Circus and its high-wire show, a comedy trampoline act,…

  • Anglican church will sponsor VBS

    St. George’s Anglican Church, 56 Main St., Helmetta, will offer a vacation Bible school (VBS) 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 10-14. Participants will discover “The Untamed Nature of God” and explore “Wildwood Forest.” For more information, call 732-521-0169 or log on to www.stgeorgeshelmetta.org.

  • Rummage Sale slated for four days

    Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, will host its annual Rummage Sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 26 and Aug. 2, and 5-8 p.m. July 28 and Aug. 3. The event will feature bargains on clothing, furniture, jewelry, housewares, toys, linens and more. For more information, call 732-545-6484.

  • ‘Tell No One’ to close library film festival

    The 2009 Summer International Film Festival at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will conclude on July 28 with 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. screenings of the French suspense thriller “Tell No One.” The 2006 movie, which is not rated, was directed by Guillaume Canet. Admission is free of charge. Reservations are not…

  • JFVS program to offer parenting guidance

    Jewish Family and Vocational Service (JFVS) of Middlesex County will present a free dessert reception and presentation, “Game On! Parenting in a Virtual World,” July 26 in Highland Park. Dana Werstein Parkoff, certified instructor, the Nurtured Heart Approach, will share insights into the structure of the video game and how parents can use the structure…

  • Worship center plans block party

    The New Life in Christ Regional Worship Center will sponsor a block party noon-5 p.m. July 25 at 3 Lawrence St., New Brunswick. The event will feature music, food, games, activities for children, door prizes and giveaways. A mobile health unit from Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick, will offer free health screenings noon-2 p.m.…

  • Tickets on sale for legion Pig Roast

    Sons of the American Legion Post No. 25 will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pig Roast 1-8 p.m. Aug. 1 at Milltown American Legion Hall, 4 JFK Blvd. The event, which will take place rain or shine, will feature the pig roast, beer, soda, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc. Donation is $25 per ticket, in advance only. Parking…

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