Tag: South Amboy
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South Amboy PBA tree lighting honors line of duty deaths during 2018
PHOTO COURTESY OF JAMIE NOREK South Amboy PBA Local 63 held its second annual Line of Duty Memorial Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 6, commemorating all law enforcement officer and K9 line of duty deaths for 2018. Each ornament is a handmade plastic tile with the officer’s name, photo, agency and end of watch…
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Collegium Musicum to present holiday concert at Christ Episcopal Church in South Amboy
Collegium Musicum will present a holiday concert at 3 p.m. on Dec. 16 at Christ Episcopal Church, 220 Main St., South Amboy. Paul Conrad on piano and Alexei Yavtuhovich on violin will present the works of Bach, Handel, Wieniawski, Bartok, Saint-Saens, Kreisler, de Saracate and Piazzolla. The concert is open to the public. Suggested donation…
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Sayreville High teacher charged with sexual contact with students
A Sayreville War Memorial High School teacher has been charged with engaging in inappropriate conduct with several high school students. Eric Pieklo, 50, of South Amboy, the Woodshop teacher at the school, was charged on Dec. 7 with four counts of endangering the welfare of a child in the second degree, and five counts…
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South Amboy Elks to hold roast beef dinner on Dec. 14
South Amboy Elks Lodge 784 will hold a roast beef dinner from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 14 at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Menu includes sliced roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, dessert, coffee and tea. Cost is $12 per person, or $7 for children ages 5-7. Proceeds benefit the Peer…
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Basketball fundraiser to benefit former firefighter battling cancer
The Friends of South Amboy will hold a fundraising event on Dec. 15 at South Amboy Middle High School to support a lifelong South Amboy resident in his fight against Stage 4 colon cancer. Chris “Stretch” Szatkowski is a former volunteer firefighter, U.S. Army veteran and correctional police officer who was diagnosed with metastatic disease…
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South Amboy Elks to hold breakfast with Santa
The South Amboy Elks will hold a pancake breakfast with Santa from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 16 at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, sweets, coffee, tea and juice. There will be activities and gifts for the children. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Proceeds…
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South Amboy Elks to hold Howley Game Night
The South Amboy Elks will hold Howley Game Night at 7 p.m. on Dec. 8 at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Bring your own snacks. Light food will be served mid-way. Entry fee is $7. First race begins at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Elks’ building fund. For more information, call 732-727-7170.
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Christ Episcopal Church to hold ‘A Christmas to Believe In’
Christ Episcopal Church will hold “A Christmas to Believe In” from 3-6 p.m. on Dec. 15 in Memorial Hall 257 Fourth St., South Amboy. Parking is at 210 Main St. There will be an appearance by Santa, dance and vocal performances, and light refreshments. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. Unwrapped toys will be…
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South Amboy to hold home decorating contest, train ride during holiday season
SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy Recreation Office is inviting residents to take part in its holiday events. First will be the Holiday Home Decorating Contest. First place will receive $200 for the best decorated house. All homes that wish to participate must be decorated by Dec. 12. Judging will take place on Dec. 14.…