Tag: Metuchen
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Second Baptist Church of Metuchen to hold weekend of events to celebrate new pastor
Second Baptist Church of Metuchen will hold the installation of its new pastor, the Rev. Dr. Carla T. Royster. An open reception will be held at 6 p.m. Sept. 27. Installation worship will be from 7-8 p.m.. Guests will be Pastor Thomas Roberts of Cherryville Baptist Church in Flemington, and The CBC Bell & Chime…
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Former Metuchen mayor Wernik remembered for his service
METUCHEN – A memorial bunting is draped outside Metuchen Borough Hall for one of the most significant figures in the borough’s history – Donald J. Wernik – who served as the borough’s 29th mayor. Wernik passed away at his home on Aug. 30. He was 94. A moment of silence was held for Wernik at…
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Learn how to attract birds to the backyard during Garden Club of Metuchen’s Oct. 7 meeting
“The Joy of Backyard Bird Feeding” is the topic of the Garden Club of Metuchen’s Oct. 7 meeting. The program will familiarize participants with how to use bird food, bird feeders, water and shelter to attract the widest variety of birds; and will give tips on making backyards bird-friendly. The presenter, Pete Axelrod, is an…
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Musician will close out Metuchen Rocks! Summer Concert Series on Sept. 14
Rhythm and blues musician Billy Hector will close out the Metuchen Rocks! Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Sept. 14 at the outdoor Summer Stage on the Plaza, located on the corner of New and Pearl streets in downtown Metuchen. The concert is free. For more information, visit www.metuchenarts.com.
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Children’s Art Carnival set for Sept. 15 in Metuchen
Galerie Westerhoff will hold its Children’s Art Carnival from 3-5 p.m. on Sept. 15 at the Westerhoff School of Music & Art, 5 Calvin Place, Metuchen. The free community event for all ages will include life drawing workshos, a 3D musical sculpture project, and arts and crafts. For more information, visit www.westerhoffschool.com or call 732-548-8680.…
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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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Special Torah study session to be held at Congregation Neve Shalom on Sept. 14
Steve Gross will conduct a special Torah study session on parshat Ki Tetze – “The Hated Wife, the Rebellious Son and How to Merit Long Life” – starting at 10:30 a.m. on Sept. 14 at Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. At 11:30 a.m. study members will join the rest of the congregation for…
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Eleven faith-based organizations to discuss immigration during program at Congregation Neve Shalom
Congregation Neve Shalom will partner with 11 other faith-based organizations for “Community Café: A Cross-Cultural Conversation, Getting to Know our Neighbors” from 2-4 p.m. on Sept. 22 at Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. There will be a panel discussion in which members of different faith and ethnic communities will speak about their individual experiences…
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Garbolino Memorial 5K set for Sept. 14 at Roosevelt Park
The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy will hold its annual Janice Garbolino Memorial 5K Run/Walk on Sept. 14 at Roosevelt Park in Edison in front of the Lakeview School. It will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. with post-race awards at 9:30 a.m. Rain or shine. This run/walk is held each year in…
