Tag: Metuchen
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First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen names senior pastor
METUCHEN – The First Presbyterian Church (FPC) of Metuchen announced that the Rev. Dr. Fred Garry will serve as its senior pastor and head of staff. Garry was elected by FPC’s congregation on Oct. 7. His official start date is Nov. 13. Garry served as a minister in the Presbyterian Church since 1994. He has acted as…
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Women’s Club to hold discussion on identity theft
The Metuchen Edison Women’s Club will hold a presentation by Sharon Johnson of AARP about how to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Heritage at Clara Barton, 1025 Amboy Ave., Edison. For more information, call Laurel at 732-742-6946. This event is free and open to the public.
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Indian American Foundation to honor war force veterans
The Indian American Foundation will hold Salute to a Veteran on the occasion of Veterans Day from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 11 at VFW Post 3117, Recreation Hall, 53National Road, Edison. Cocktail hour will be held from 3-4:30 p.m., followed by an address by dignitaries from 4:30-5:30 p.m., and a seated dinner for veterans and guests…
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Congregation Neve Shalom to hold Yoga Shabbat on Nov. 3
Congregation Neve Shalom will hold a Yoga Shabbat service at 10:15 a.m. on Nov. 3 at the temple, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. Bring a yoga mat or a towel. Chair modifications will be available if needed. At 11:30 a.m., attendees will join the congregation for Musaf. For more information, contact Wendy Kushner at [email protected].
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First Presbyterian Church to hold Hallow Fest on Oct. 28
The First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen will hold a Hallow Fest from 7-10 p.m. on Oct. 28 at the church, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen. Frightening sequences may scare younger children. Tickets cost $5. Bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry. All proceeds benefit the youth’s annual Habitat for Humanity mission.
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Metuchen Democrats will run unopposed in November election
METUCHEN — Democrats in Metuchen are running unopposed in the upcoming November election. Mayor Jonathan M. Busch is seeking the one year un-expired term of former Mayor Peter Cammarano. Former Councilwoman Sheri-Rose Rubin and newcomer Jason Delia are seeking the two open, three-year term seats on the Borough Council. Councilwoman Allison Inserro and Councilman Ronald…
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Middlesex County invests $3.5 million to create Metuchen Arts District
METUCHEN — Some $3.5 million of endless opportunities lie ahead as Metuchen officials move forward with the creation of the Metuchen Arts District. Middlesex County Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios joined Metuchen Mayor Jonathan M. Busch on Oct. 6 during the Metuchen Country Fair to announce the county is allocating a $3.5 million grant from…
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Metuchen police looking into concerns about traffic and speeding around Newman Street
METUCHEN — Police are looking into residents’ concerns of traffic and speeding in and around the area of Newman Street, and will take whatever action is necessary, according to Police Chief David Irizarry. Neighbors Sheera Stern and Michelle Hornby attended the Borough Council meeting on Oct. 1 and shared their concerns before Mayor Jonathan Busch…
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Students inducted into Middlesex County College Honor Society
Eighty students were recently inducted into the Middlesex County College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. Area students include: Valeria Orihuela of the Avenel section of Woodbridge; Emil Hathaway and Anthony Ottaviano of the Colonia section of Woodbridge; Nicola Laurie, Deitric Murphy, Jean Reger and Theresa Sawicki of East…
