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Artist’s work depicts the human experience
The Barron Arts Center is presenting an exhibit featuring the works of Armenian born artist Sassoon Kosian through Oct. 20. A reception for “Sassoon Kosian: Works of Art” will be held 7-9 p.m. Oct. 15, with light refreshments available. Reservations are required. Growing up in Armenia, Kosian had a keen interest in modern art and…
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Record number of seniors turn out for fitness walk
EDISON — More than 500 participants warmed up, danced, attended health screenings and walked around the lake in Roosevelt Park Sept. 25 as part of Middlesex County’s annual Senior Health and Fitness Walk. In celebration of Active Aging Week, the walk is co-sponsored by the Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services, along with…
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Fall festivities
Shaan Swam, 8, of Edison, shows off an earth-friendly message on his painted face at the Edison Wetlands Association’s Fall Fest 2013 on Sept. 28 at Triple C Ranch and Nature Center. PHOTOS COURTESY OF EDISON WETLANDS ASSOCIATION Darren Rist (l) and Glenn Zervas entertain the crowd at Edison Wetlands Association’s Fall Fest 2013 on…
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JCC sets author talk and lunch for Oct. 15
Author Vincent Parrillo will discuss his book, “Guardians of the Gate,” 10:30 a.m. Oct. 15 at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, as part of the Nosh ’N’ Knowledge series. Based on actual facts, this novel tells the tale of the provocative occurrences that took place on Ellis…
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Tot Trot, Youth Fun Run scheduled for Oct. 13
The Child Care Services branch of the YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy will host the fifth annual Tot Trot & Youth Fun Run on Oct. 13 at Metuchen High School. This charity event will help support community families with scholarship assistance when they are unable to pay the full cost of child…
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Congregation Beth El offers weekly bingo
Congregation Beth El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, is again offering weekly bingo games at 7 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Play includes a 50/50 raffle, big jackpots, a powerball game and more. Refreshments may be purchased. For more information, call 732-985-7272.
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Young-adult author to visit area library
The Metuchen Public Library will kick off Teen Read Week at 2 p.m. Oct. 13 with a visit with Paul Volponi, author of 11 young-adult novels that confront issues all teens face on their journey to adulthood. All are welcome. Volponi’s talk will be followed by a Q-and- A session. Paperback books will be available…
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Residents invited to get a ‘Taste of Woodbridge’
By AMY ROSEN Staff Writer With so many restaurants operating in Woodbridge, it may be difficult to decide which to visit for a nice meal. Those interested in sampling selections from up to 28 local restaurants may attend the Taste of Woodbridge event to be held 6- 9 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Woodbridge Community…
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Edison Recreation sets Atlantic City trip
The Edison Recreation Department is offering a trip to the Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City on Oct. 14. The bus will leave at 9:45 a.m. from the Edison Municipal Complex, 100 Municipal Blvd., Edison. Attendees will be able to spend six hours at the casino before arriving back in Edison at 8…
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