Tag: South Amboy

  • Christ Church to offer scholarship to college-bound student

    Christ Church to offer scholarship to college-bound student

    Christ Episcopal Church of South Amboy will award one $500 scholarship to a college-bound student who exemplifies volunteerism and commitment to the community. To be eligible, students must reside in the South Amboy/Sayreville area and write an essay, no longer than 500 words, describing how he/she serves the community and how that service has helped enrich…

  • Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Society to hold clothing drive April 27-28

    Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Society to hold clothing drive April 27-28

    Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Society will sponsor a used clothing drive from 3-5 p.m. on April 27 and from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 28 in Memorial Hall, across from the church, 529 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Gently used clothing, winter coats, shoes, belts, purses, linens, bicycles and toys will be collected. For…

  • South Amboy Elks to hold Brunch with Easter Bunny

    South Amboy Elks to hold Brunch with Easter Bunny

    South Amboy Elks will hold Brunch with the Easter Bunny from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 14 at the Elks lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Breakfast will include an omelet station and a carving station. Cost is $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 6-9, or free for children under 6. For…

  • YMCA of MEWSA to present awards during annual dinner

    YMCA of MEWSA to present awards during annual dinner

    The YMCA of MEWSA (Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy) will honor several community members during its annual dinner. The recipient of the Charles S. Edgar Memorial Award is Jan Grayzel. This award is given to an individual who has greatly served the youth of the community, exemplifies community spirit, has contributed to the community…

  • Sacred Heart society to sell palm crosses

    Sacred Heart society to sell palm crosses

    The Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Society will offer palm crosses for purchase from 3:30-5:30 p.m. March 30 and April 6, and from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 31 and on April 7 in front of Memorial Hall, 531 Washington Ave., South Amboy. The cost is $8 for one cross or $15 for two.…

  • South Amboy Elks to hold fish frys during Lent

    South Amboy Elks to hold fish frys during Lent

    The South Amboy Elks will hold a fish fry from 6-8 p.m. Fridays during Lent, through April 19, at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Menu includes fried or boiled fish, shrimp, scallops, clams and sandwiches, in addition to French fries, coleslaw, soup, dessert, coffee or tea. Weekly specials…

  • Colonia Learning Center receives 4-star quality rating

    Colonia Learning Center, an affiliate of the YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy (MEWSA) and the first Star-Rated learning early childhood program in Woodbridge, received a 4-star rating for its successful completion of the rigorous, research-based Grow NJ Kids quality rating program. Grow NJ Kids is New Jersey’s Quality Rating and Improvement System…

  • Holistic approach at YMCA of MEWSA prepares children for life

    Holistic approach at YMCA of MEWSA prepares children for life

    At Y day camp, we are here to make your children feel welcome: to help them quickly realize this is a place where they belong and can be themselves, try new things, make new friends and be a part of something great. We’re here to surround every child with support, guidance and fantastic chances to…

  • Sacred Heart Church to hold tricky tray on April 26

    Sacred Heart Church to hold tricky tray on April 26

    Sacred Heart Church will hold its second annual tricky tray on April 26 in Sacred Heart’s Memorial Hall, 531 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Doors open at 6 p.m. First ticket will be drawn at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per person, which includes coffee, tea and dessert. Bring your own food and refreshments. Prize tickets…