Tag: First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen
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First Lady of New Jersey attends abortion rights rally in Metuchen
METUCHEN – The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park on Middlesex Avenue has been a site where people have gathered over the years to express their First Amendment rights on a number of passionate matters. Most recently, a large crowd gathered to let their voices be heard during “The Bans Off Our Bodies…
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Dine Below the Line raises awareness about problem of food insecurity
Replenish, formerly known as the Middlesex County Food Organization and Outreach Distribution Services (MCFOODS), hosted its sixth annual Dine Below the Line hunger awareness event at First Presbyterian in Metuchen. In addition to raising awareness about the growing problem of food insecurity and showcasing food pantries, the event provided information on how to access them,…
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YMCA food drive reminds: Hunger Doesn’t Take a Vacation
By Gloria Stravelli Correspondent METUCHEN – The YMCA’s annual summer food drive is at the halfway mark, with one month to go to donate to help neighbors in need of food assistance. “Hunger Doesn’t Take A Vacation,” theme of the food drive, calls attention to the fact that even during summer months, families and individuals…
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Metuchen joins ‘Windows of Understanding’ art project, promoting awareness of social justice issues
The Metuchen Arts Council is joining the New Brunswick Community Arts Council, the Mason Gross School of the Arts and the Highland Park Arts Council in the fourth annual Windows of Understanding public art project. The Windows of Understanding Project is an initiative that unites local artists, organizations and businesses to promote compassion and awareness around…
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FPC of Metuchen to hold ‘No More Silence’ racial justice vigil on Sunday
First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen will hold a 30-minute vigil for racial justice, No More Silence, at 7 p.m. Sept. 20 on the front lawn of the church, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. Masks required. Follow social distancing guidelines. For more information, visit https://fpcweb.org/
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Car wash at First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen on Sept. 19
The First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen’s Youth Group will hold a car wash fundraiser from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 19, weather permitting, at the church, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. The car wash is free, but donations will be accepted.
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First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen to hold Fall Presbyterian Women Rummage Sale Sept. 27-28
First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen will hold its Fall Presbyterian Women Rummage Sale from 5-8:30 p.m. Sept. 27 and from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 28 in the church’s Social Center, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. Donations will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 23-26. Televisions and computers cannot be accepted. All…
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First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen to honor community members with awards
The First Presbyterian Church (FPC) of Metuchen will hold its second annual Food Pantry Community Service Awards at 3 p.m. Sept. 21 in the church’s Social Center, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. The award was developed to honor individuals who are making significant contributions to the community through their time, actions, talents and dedication to the…
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First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen to hold blood drive on Aug. 18
The First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen will hold a blood drive from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 18 in the social center auditorium, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter FPCM.