• Jazz Shabbat musical event on tap at temple

    Temple B’nai Shalom, 15 Fern Road, East Brunswick, will host its free Jazz It Up Musical Shabbat for prospective members Aug. 21. A wine-and-cheese reception will begin at 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services, including vocals and instrumental music, are set for 7 p.m. A live-jazz dessert reception will follow the service. For more information, log on…

  • ‘Anything Goes’ coming to stage

    The St. Thomas Players, in collaboration with GB Productions, will present the musical “Anything Goes” 8 p.m. Aug. 6, 8, 13 and 15 in the auditorium at St. Thomas the Apostle School, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $16 for adults, $14 for seniors and students. For tickets…

  • Facarile-Saldana

    Christine Facarile and Miguel Saldana Christine Facarile, daughter of Robert and Suzann Facarile of East Brunswick, became engaged to marry Miguel Saldana, son of Miguel Saldana of South River and Angelita Grentz of South River. Christine, an East Brunswick High School graduate, received her bachelor’s degree in education from Kean University, Union. She is employed…

  • Residents return home; investigation into fire begins

    By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer A fire was burning for days at the DCH Collision Center on Livingston Avenue in North Brunswick since first igniting around 2:30 a.m. on July 22. HOTO COURTESY OF KEN TERNLUND NORTH BRUNSWICK — Residents who were evacuated due to a massive warehouse fire in North Brunswick last week finally…

  • School supplies sought for needy youngsters

    East Brunswick Community Services is sponsoring a Backpack and School Supply Drive for needy families through Aug. 14. All donated items must be new. For more information, log on to www.eastbrunswick.org or call the rec office at 732-390-6797.

  • Youngsters invited to Aldersgate VBS

    Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, will present its 2015 vacation Bible school (VBS), “Everest: With God’s Help, Recognizing and Conquering Challenges Children Find in Their Daily Lives,” 9-11:30 a.m. Aug. 3-7. Sessions are open to youngsters from babyhood (with a parent or guardian) through those who have completed fifth grade. Cost…

  • Vets receive tribute rifles at VFW convention

    PITTSBURGH — VFW Commander in-Chief John W. Stroud was presented with a Henry Repeating Arms Military Service Tribute Rifle during the joint opening session of the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ 116th National Convention held in Pittsburgh. Anthony Imperato, president of Henry Repeating Arms, Bayonne, presented the rifle on July 20 to thank Stroud for his…

  • Fishing Derby planned for Aug. 11 in Monroe

    The annual Monroe Township Recreation Fishing Derby is scheduled for 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 11 at the lake in Thompson Park, Monroe. The event will take place rain or shine. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Hooks, bobbers and worms will be provided. Participants must bring their own fishing poles. The free event will…

  • Diablo Sandwich to perform July 30

    The township of East Brunswick will continue its Outdoor Summer Concert Series with a performance by The Diablo Sandwich Band set for 7 p.m. July 30 outdoors at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. Rain location is the arts center’s indoor theater. Concertgoers are invited to bring blankets or lawn chairs. Admission…

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