Reception planned for library photo exhibit
      "Gateway to the Shore," a photographic exhibit by Gail and Joe Tanski, will be on display March 2-April 3 at the Sadie Pope Dowdell Library, next to South Amboy High School, Harold G. Hoffman Plaza. Color and black-and-white prints will be on display.
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St. Bart's to mark start of Lenten season
      St. Bartholomew's Church, 460 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, will commemorate the beginning of Lent with events set for March 1. The exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will take place after the 12:30 p.m. Mass. A holy hour and vespers are set for 4 p.m., with the Rev. Thomas Walsh officiating. Fel...
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'Reptile World' coming to Samsel
      The Samsel Upper Elementary School PTO will present "Reptile World With Michael Shwedick" at 7 p.m. March 6 in the school gymnasium, 298 Ernston Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. The event will feature a selection of large, colorful and gentle reptiles, including soft-shell and snapping turtles...
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Spaces available at Giant Flea Market
      Vendors are sought for the St. Lawrence Church Giant Spring Flea Market set for 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 2 at the church, 109 Laurence Parkway, Laurence Harbor section of Old Bridge. Tables cost $20 each and are available for rental inside the parish hall and outside in the church parking lot. The...
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Early-learning center schedules registration
      Kiddie Academy of Spotswood, 410 Main St., will hold kindergarten registration 4:30-6:30 p.m. March 4. Parents will have the opportunity to meet the kindergarten teacher, review the curriculum and tour the school. Children must be 5 years old by Dec. 31, 2009, to enter kindergarten.
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Fish Fry on menu at Presbyterian church
      The Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church, 172 Main St., Sayreville, will sponsor a Fish Fry on March 6. Takeouts will begin at 5 p.m. Dine-in seating is scheduled for 5:30-7 p.m.; doors will open at 4:45 p.m. Tickets cost $12 in advance, $14 at the door (if still available). For more i...
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Community invited to March 9 Purim Fest
      Torah Links will present its Purim Fest 2009 celebration on March 9 at Churchill Junior High School, 18 Norton Road, East Brunswick. Guests should use the cafeteria entrance. There will be a maariv at 7:25 p.m. A megillah reading will follow at 7:40 p.m. A Chinese buffet and celebration will begin...
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Fun Day to feature healthy-living tips
      In an effort to help battle childhood obesity and get families on a healthy track, Middlesex County 4-H will host a Get Moving-Get Healthy 4-H Family Fun Day 2- 5 p.m. March 1 at the 4-H Center, Cranbury Road, East Brunswick.
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Trip to Lancaster, holiday show offered
      Our Lady of Victories Seniors will sponsor a two-day, April 22-24, trip to Lancaster, Pa., and the Pennsylvania Dutch country.
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Turf, ornamental seminar scheduled
      The Rutgers Cooperative Extension will present the 2009 Central Jersey Turf and Ornamental Institute on March 4 at Battleground Country Club, Millhurst Road, Manalapan.
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Dance team to host tricky tray, auction
      The Old Bridge School of Dance Jewels Competition Team will sponsor a Tricky Tray Gift Auction beginning at 1 p.m. March 1 at the South River Knights of Columbus Hall, 88 Jackson St. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Admission is $10 and includes a sectioned raffle ticket (a $5 value). Food and cold ...
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Tickets available for March 7 Casino Night
      The Immaculate Conception Fathers Club will host its fifth annual Casino Night 7-10 p.m. March 7 in the auditorium at Immaculate Conception School, 23 Manalapan Road, Spotswood. Doors will open at 6 p.m. The event will feature a variety of casino games, food, beverages and a DJ.
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Ordering under way for Easter Bake Sale
      St. Euphrosynia Belarusian Greek Orthodox Church, Whitehead Avenue, South River, is taking advance orders for its eighth annual Easter Bake Sale. Babka, pierogi, blintzes and chrusciki are available for purchase. Food pickup is scheduled for 3-7 p.m.
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Library will offer 'Prom Night Fantasy'
      Prom guru Yoel will present a "Prom Night Fantasy" program 6:30-8 p.m. March 5 at the Sadie Pope Dowdell Library, adjacent to the South Amboy High School, Harold G. Hoffman Plaza. The event will feature tips on fun, fashion and how to save money when preparing for the prom.
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Library to celebrate 95th anniversary
      The Sadie Pope Dowdell Library, adjacent to South Amboy High School, Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, will hold its 95th anniversary celebration 7-9:30 p.m. March 9. Winners of the community Bake-off Competition will be announced at 7 p.m. while guests enjoy contest entries. Gail and Joe Tanski's photogr...
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Camp Open House on tap in Spotswood
      Kiddie Academy of Spotswood, 410 Main St., will host a Summer Camp Open House 4-6 p.m. March 5. The early-learning center offers camp programs for toddlers to 12-year-olds. Field trips, swimming and in-house activities are available. Academic tutoring also is offered.
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Legion seeking vendors, crafters
      Vendors and crafters are sought for the American Legion Auxiliary No. 211 Vendor and Craft Show set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18 at the post home, MacArthur Avenue, Sayreville. Rental-space cost is $25. Flea-market vendors are not sought.
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Curtain to rise on 'Urinetown' at EBHS
      The East Brunswick High School Drama Club will present the musical "Urinetown" at 7 p.m. March 6, 7, 13 and 14 in the Joseph J. Sweeney Auditorium at the school, Cranbury Road. The musical, written by Greg Kotis and directed by Scott Langdon, is a comic tale of greed, corruption, love and revolut...
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Fundraisers
      Feb. 26 • Proceeds Night, sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes School, Milltown, 5-9 p.m., at TGI Friday's, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. Restaurant will donate 20 percent of each supporter's check (eat-in or takeout) to the school. Diners must present event flier for donation to count. Fo...
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Assistance available for postpartum issues
      The New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services wants residents to know that help is available for women in Middlesex County who are suffering with postpartum depression.
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St. Pat's Oldies Dance on tap in Old Bridge
      A St. Patrick's Day Oldies Dance is planned for 7:30-11:30 p.m. March 14 at Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815, 61 Pine St., Old Bridge. The event will feature music by a DJ, an Elvis impersonator and dancing to the sounds of the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s. Dinner, tap beer, soda, coffee, tea an...
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Buddy Game Day planned for Feb. 28
      The Fast Break Basketball Association will hold its second annual My Buddy: My Pal Game Day 9:15-11:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at Chittick School, 5 Flagler Ave., East Brunswick. The event will feature the organization's "buddies" displaying their newly developed skills on the basketball court.
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Lyme disease to be focus of film, talk
      LymeQuest, a Lyme disease and tickborne diseases patient-support and advocacy group that meets in New Brunswick, will present a Film/Book Event 1-4 p.m. March 8 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.
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Parents of disabled get free job-search aid
      The Family Support Center of New Jersey (FSCNJ), 2516 Route 35, Manasquan, a clearinghouse for disability information, is offering the parents and caregivers of the developmentally disabled an opportunity to schedule free computer drop-in hours for employment searching and research.
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Teen programs coming to library
      The Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, is offering a variety of programs for teens during the month of March. • Pi Eaters Math Group — Tutors will offer teens free help with math 10 a.m.- noon on Saturdays and 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.
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Camp fair planned for March 1 at MCC
      A camp fair showcasing the summer program at Camp Middlesex will be held 1-4 p.m. March 1 in the Technical Services Center on the Edison campus of Middlesex County College (MCC).
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Lenten Fish Dinners to begin at St. Mary's
      St. Mary of Ostrabrama Church, South River, will hold Lenten Fish Dinners 5-7 p.m. March 6, 13, 20 and 27 and April 3 in the St. Mary's School cafeteria, Jackson Street, South River. Takeouts will be available beginning at 4 p.m.
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Country Breakfast set at Masonic lodge
      Milltown Masonic Lodge No. 294, 30 N. Main St., will host its annual All-You-Can- Eat Country Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 8. The menu will include pancakes, eggs, potatoes, sausage, bacon, coffee and juice. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 12. Tickets will be available ...
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Congressman to host town-hall meeting
      Rep. Rush Holt (D-12) will hold a townhall meeting at 2 p.m. March 7 at the East Brunswick Senior Center, Jean Walling Civic Center. The meeting, with an emphasis on the economy, is designed for residents to share their concerns about issues affecting them and the community.
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Crafts and More Show planned for March 7
      The St. Thomas the Apostle HSA annual Spring Crafts and More Show is set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 7 in the school auditorium, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. The event will feature handmade crafts, a bake sale, tricky trays, a 50/50 and select vendors.
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