• Olympiad competition sparks interest in science

    By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer Maria Galkin and Ben Hong of Hammarskjold Middle School, East Brunswick, participate in the bottle rocket challenge during the New Jersey Olympiad State Finals Tournament held at Middlesex County College in Edison on March 10. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR EDISON — Dozens of middle and high school students filled…

  • Ladies’ night includes dinner and bingo

    Congregation Beth-El Sisterhood, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, will host a ladies’ night out, complete with a Chinese dinner and bingo party, at 6:15 p.m. March 30. For more information, call Jody at 732- 991-6063.

  • Metuchen Makery hosts grand opening

    The Metuchen Public Library will host the Metuchen Makery grand opening ceremony 11 a.m.-4 p.m. March 21. Last year, the library received a $50,000 grant toward creating science-related programs, and the Metuchen Makery will engage participants in programs centered on robotics, math and engineering. A range of activities will be available at the grand opening,…

  • Job seekers invited to attend workshops

    Metuchen Public Library will host a series of workshops for job seekers every Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon, mid-March to early April. The workshops will feature the services of the One-Stop Career Centers and provide information on the current job market. The One-Stop Career Centers provide free services to any unemployed resident seeking employment or…

  • Bishop will be recognized for commitment to education

    Bishop Paul G. Bootkoski METUCHEN — Bishop Paul G. Bootkoski of the Diocese of Metuchen will receive the St. John Neumann Award at this year’s Catholic School Education Dinner. The award, which is named for the “Father of the Parochial School System,” is given to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, commitment and dedication…

  • Passover cooking class slated for March 19

    The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will offer a hands-on Passover cooking workshop 7-9 p.m. March 19. Explore contemporary world flavors and new Passover recipes with Georgette Chinitz, formerly of Bistro Entrenous in Deal. The cost is $25 for members and $28 for nonmembers, and includes materials and recipes.…

  • West Side Story

    ASHLEY B. MONDRAGON The J.P. Stevens High School Theatre Co., 855 Grove Ave., Edison, will present “West Side Story” at 7 p.m. March 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28. Nearly 100 students are involved on stage and behind the scenes for this production of the award-winning musical. Tickets are $10 in advance; $13 at…

  • Edison Recreation plans Spring Egg Hunt

    Edison Recreation Department’s annual Spring Egg Hunt will be held at the Edison High School football field, off Boulevard of the Eagles, 1-3 p.m. March 21. If there is inclement weather, the event will be moved inside the high school. The event is free for children ages 3-10. Children will gather plastic eggs filled with…

  • Residents, officials ponder future of Towne Square

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent EDISON — With the Edison Towne Square project moving forward once again, residents and officials are eager to see how the development may play out. Project developer Hartz Mountain Industries first presented plans for the large mixed-use development on Route 1 south and Vineyard Road nearly a decade ago. The first…

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