Luncheon to kick off ALR walk Aug. 12
      The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR) will hold a luncheon to kick off the Central New Jersey Walk With Us to Cure Lupus Walkathon Aug. 12. The luncheon is free and open to all with an interest in finding a cure for lupus. For more information, call ALR at 732-842-1607.
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Summer programs continue at library
      A variety of programs will be offered in August at the Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. A partial schedule is as follows: • Aug. 8 — 1:30 p.m., "Advances in Low Vision," with Dr.
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Bike ride will raise funds for cancer research
      Registration is under way for the oneday, 100-mile Century for the Cure Bike Ride set to begin at 7 a.m. Sept. 6 at Camp Riverbend, Warren. Event-day registration is planned for 6 a.m. Proceeds from the event, now in its fourth year, will benefit cutting-edge research at The Cancer Institute of N...
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Alzheimer's support group to hold meeting
      The Alzheimer's Disease Support Network of Middlesex County will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at the Piscataway Senior Center, Hoes Lane. For more information, call Mildred Potenza at 732-235-8400.
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Car wash will aid breast-cancer walk
      A car wash to benefit the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer is set for 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Milltown Municipal Building, Washington Avenue. A minimum donation of $5 will be accepted for cars; $7 for trucks and vans. For more information about the Avon Walk or to mail a donation, call Laura Cara...
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RCIA registration under way at church
      St. Mary's Parish, South Amboy, is accepting registration for any adult (age 14 or older) who is interested in preparing for baptism, First Holy Communion or confirmation. The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) begins with several weeks of inquiry sessions.
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Main Street Theatre will stage 'Seussical'
      The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will present its production of "Seussical, The Musical" at 8 p.m. on Aug. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 and 2 p.m. on Aug. 17 at the theater, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. The Aug. 17 date will feature an American Sign Language interpreted...
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Auditions on tap for Circle's 'Cinderella'
      Circle Players of Piscataway will hold auditions for its upcoming presentation of the children's show "Cinderella" by Ruth Newton at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 11 and 13 at Circle Playhouse, 416 Victoria Ave., Piscataway. The play will be directed and choreographed by Tina Lee and produced by Barbara Gianot...
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Event at Friday's will benefit St. Stan's
      St. Stanislaus Kostka School, Sayreville, will sponsor a Proceeds Night fundraiser on Aug. 13 at TGI Friday's, Route 9 north, Old Bridge. Participants should tell their server they are there to support St. Stan's. The restaurant will then donate 20 percent of each supporter's bill (eat in or take...
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Entertainment' books available at E.B. Library
      Monmouth County and Middlesex County "Entertainment" books are due to arrive the first week of August at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. The books, which are ready for immediate use, contain coupons and savings from local and national merchants. Cost is $25.
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Registration to begin for recreation programs
      The Sayreville Recreation Department will accept registration starting Aug. 26 for its fall preschool programs. Sessions will include "Mom and Me," "Little Kids Playtime at Kennedy Park," "Little Chefs" and "All by Myself." Interested individuals may register from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Mondays-Frid...
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Vendors, exhibitors sought for cultural fair
      The East Brunswick Human Relations Council is seeking craft vendors and exhibitors for the township's annual Our Community Is Fair cultural festival, set for noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 21 at the East Brunswick municipal pond, Jean Walling Civic Center. Rain date is Sept. 28.
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Flea Market planned at Jamesburg church
      The Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg will hold a Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 9 at its newly renovated facility, 175 Gatzmer Ave. For more information, call the church office at 732-521-1711 during business hours.
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Complimentary gas card will go to blood donors
      The Blood Center of New Jersey will sponsor a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 16 in the Society Hill Clubhouse, 400 Thames Drive, Old Bridge. All donors will receive a complimentary $15 gas card and a free cholesterol test. Cookies, treats, homemade goodies, coffee, tea and juice will b...
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School seeks vendors, crafters for bazaar
      The Cardinal McCarrick High School Eagle Parent Association will hold a Holiday Craft Fair/Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 13 in the parking lot at St. Mary's Elementary School, Augusta Street, South Amboy, adjacent to Cardinal McCarrick High School.
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Women's Connection fashion show Aug. 21
      Brunswick Women's Connection will hold a Mother & Daughter Fashion Show dinner 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 21 at The East Brunswick Chateau, 678 Cranbury Road. Speaker will be Robin Harnist, former combat specialist with the U.S. Air Force and fitness instructor. She will present "Throw Me a Lifeline! Mine'...
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Family-friendly comedian will entertain at library
      Comedian Buddy Fitzpatrick will perform his family-friendly act at 7 p.m. Aug. 9 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Admission is free of charge. All are welcome to attend. Fitzpatrick is a regular in New York comedy clubs and on Comedy Central. He has appeared in "T...
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Alisa Hadassah to hold Fashion Show
      The Alisa Chapter of Hadassah will present a Fashion Show Aug. 13 at Battleground Country Club, 40 Millhurst Road, Manalapan. Vendors will open at 11 a.m. Luncheon is set for noon. The event will feature the latest styles from Stein Mart. Cost is $36 per person. For reservations or information, c...
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Fundraisers
      Aug. 7, ongoing • Food Drive, sponsored by Provident Bank, in conjunction with the Middlesex County Food Organization and Outreach Distribution Services (MCFOODS) of the Middlesex County Emergency Food Network, at eight of Provident's Middlesex County branches: Woodbridge Center, Fords s...
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Red Knights ride to aid children's hospital event
      The Red Knights Motorcycle Club, New Jersey-Chapter 10, Spotswood, will hold its third annual Ride for the Children Poker Run on Aug. 10, beginning with 8-10 a.m. registration at the Center 18 Plaza/Burger King parking lot, Route 18 north, East Brunswick, just south of Rues Lane, across from the S...
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Tickets available for trip to Blue Claws game
      Knights of Columbus Council No. 2061, Sayreville, will sponsor a trip to the Aug. 16 Lakewood Blue Claws baseball game. The bus will depart at 5:30 p.m. from the council home, 775 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Refreshments will be available on the bus.
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Israeli comedy to close international film festival
      The annual Summer International Film Festival at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center, will conclude on Aug. 12 with 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. showings of the Israeli comedy "The Band's Visit." The 2007 movie, which is rated PG- 13, has a running time of 86 minutes.
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Quilters to meet for Aug. 11 Summer Supper
      The Molly Pitcher Stitchers Quilt Guild will meet for a Summer Supper on Aug. 11 at Neff Chapel, Old Tennent Church, Tennent Road, Tennent section of Manalapan. Doors will open at 7 p.m. The club is made up of quilters who share ideas and learn from speakers and from each other. Guests are welcom...
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Korean War veterans panel to meet in Monroe
      Korean War veterans and post-Korean War veterans have an active Korean War/Service Veterans Association panel, Central Jersey Chapter No. 148, in Monroe. The chapter will hold its next meeting at 10 a.m. Aug.
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Church to distribute book bags, school items
      The Abundant Life Family Worship Church (ALFWC), 259 George St., New Brunswick, will host its fifth annual Back to School celebration at 6 p.m. Aug. 27. Since 2004 the church's Community Outreach Initiative has collected more than 740 book bags filled with school supplies for students in prekinde...
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Tickets available for Steak and Chicken Night
      Sayreville Knights of Columbus Council No. 2061 will sponsor a Steak and Barbecued Chicken Night 6-9 p.m. Aug. 22 at the council home, 775 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. The menu will feature steak or chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, salad, dessert and coffee. Unlimited bee...
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Diabetes support group will meet at hospital
      The Raritan Bay Medical Center Marion Tanzman Diabetes Center will sponsor a free diabetes support group meeting 7:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 13 in Auxiliary Hall B and C, lower level of the Old Bridge Medical Arts Building, adjacent to the medical center, off Ferry Road, between routes 9 and 18. Individua...
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Altar Rosary Society to sponsor Peach Fest
      Holy Trinity Altar Rosary Society will host a Peach Festival and White Elephant Sale 1-7 p.m. on Aug. 23 at the Holy Trinity Parish Center, 100 Main St., Helmetta. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children age 10 and under.
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Book Sale to benefit exhibits, programs
      The East Brunswick Museum Corporation will host its fist Book Sale 1:30-4 p.m. Aug. 23 at the museum, 16 Maple St., in the Historic Village of Old Bridge, at the intersection of Main and Kossman streets and Old Bridge Turnpike, East Brunswick.
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