For more information, call (732) 404-1430.

Parade committee slates Memorial Day parade

The Edison Township Parade Committee is formulating plans for its Memorial Day parade, which will be held at 2 p.m. May 29 in the Stelton section of the township.

Any group or organization interested in participating should contact Evelyn Kraszewski, parade secretary, at (732) 548-4648.

Mental health panel

sets June 18 garage sale

NAMI-Middlesex, an affiliate of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, an organization for family and friends of the mentally ill, will hold its annual garage sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 18 at 316 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick.

Donations may be dropped off on Friday mornings at the garage sale site.

For more information, call Betty Golden at (908) 753-1753 or Dorothy Goldstein at (732) 846-9517.

Sacred Heart Carnival

planned for May 25-28

The annual Sacred Heart Parish Carnival will be held from 6-10 p.m. on May 25, 26, 27 and 28 in the church parking lot, located between Washington Avenue and Main Street, South Amboy.

The event will feature carnival rides and games. A food tent will offer homemade pierogi, stuffed cabbage, kielbasi, pizza, sausage with peppers and onions, hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries and more. Takeouts will be available.

Bracelet Night is planned for May 25. Theme nights include Polish Night, May 25; Italian Night, May 27; and All-American Night, May 28.

A 50/50 raffle will be held each night, and there will be a “super” 50/50 on May 28.

For more information, call (732) 721-0040.

Life Line Screening aims to reduce risk of stroke

Life Line Screening Radiology will be at Edison Elks Lodge No. 2487, 375 Old Post Road, on May 31 and St. Cecelia Parish, 45 Wilus Way, Iselin section of Woodbridge, on June 1 to screen residents in an effort to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Appointments begin at 9 a.m. Screenings are fast (10 minutes or less), painless and low-cost, and involve the use of ultrasound technology.

Life Line Screening Radiology is dedicated to providing the highest-quality imaging technology at an affordable rate. Its goal is to make people aware of an undetected health problem and encourage them to seek follow-up care with a physician.

Drama alums to reunite

for ‘Bye Bye Birdie’

In March 1995 the East Brunswick High School (EBHS) Drama Club presented “Bye Bye Birdie” as its annual spring musical. Now, 10 years later, the original cast members will return for two shows, 8 p.m. on May 27 and 28, on the stage at the high school, Cranbury Road, to celebrate the drama club and to raise funds for current students.

The show is being put together by producer and EBHS alumnus Jason Goldstein, class of 1998.

Tickets, which will be available at the door, cost $8 for the general public and $5 for students and senior citizens.

YMCA camp registration for preschoolers ongoing

The Metuchen Branch YMCA, 65 High St., is holding open registration for preschool day camp, which begins the week of May 31 and runs through Sept. 2. “Kinderkamp” for children ages 3-5 includes snack, a swim lesson and outdoor activities. Half-day and full-day sessions are available, as are before- and after-care options. Cost per child for five full days is $140 per week, with a $35 camp membership fee.

For 2-year-old preschoolers, a two-hour program will be held at the Presbyterian Church of Edison. Cost of “Y” Tots camp is $55 per week, with a $15 camp membership fee. Space is limited. For more information, call (732) 548-2044 or register online at www.metuchen-edisonymca.org.

Film night to feature Hitchcock classic

In conjunction with the Forum Theatre, the Metuchen Cultural Arts Commission will be sponsoring a classic film night at 7:30 p.m. May 26, featuring Alfred Hitchcock’s “North by Northwest,” starring Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint and James Mason. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $5, payable to the theater the evening of the show. Concessions will be available for purchase. The theater is located at 314 Main St. in Metuchen. Call the arts commission at (732) 632-8502 or e-mail Nancy Goldberg at ngoldberg@metuchen.com.

Job seekers support group meets every Thursday

The NOVA (New Opportunities for Vocational Advancement) Job Seekers support group — the vocational and employment services department of Jewish Family and Vocational Service (JFVS) of Middlesex County — meets every Thursday from 10-11:30 a.m. at the JFVS, 515 Plainfield Ave., Edison, to network and share ideas and contacts. For further information, call Diane Markowitz at (732) 777-1940 or e-mail d.markowitz@jfvs.org.

Metuchen Rotary Club slates Bowl-A-Thon

The Rotary Club of Metuchen is sponsoring its annual Bowl-A-Thon from 3-5 p.m. June 5 at Brunswick Edison Bowl, 1695 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Proceeds will benefit the Metuchen-Edison YMCA Fund for Tomorrow. For more information, call Mary Buglio at (732) 548-9770.

YMCA holding K-8 day camp registration

The Metuchen Branch YMCA, 65 High St., is holding open registration for children in grades K-8. The camp also offers a Leaders in Training program for young adults in grades 9-10. Specialty camps are available as well. Camp begins the week of June 2 and runs through Sept. 2. Cost per child for traditional camp is $190 per week, with a $35 camp membership fee. Cost for specialty camp is $200 per week. Before- and after-care are available. For more information, call (732) 548-2044 or register online at www.metuchen-edisonymca.org.

Metuchen readies for Memorial Day parade

The borough of Metuchen will hold its Memorial Day parade May 30, rain or shine, beginning at 10 a.m. from the Pearl Street parking lot. The parade will end at Memorial Park with a brief ceremony, featuring military speakers and guest soloist Patricia Nevius. The Memorial Day Parade Committee invites all veterans to join in the celebration and also encourages all Scouts and youth groups to march. The Metuchen High School band, under the leadership of John Morrison, as well as the Michael Aramondo and Kearny Caledonian Pipe bands will all perform. Many local veterans are slated to be present. Those with convertibles who are willing to provide transportation for a veteran can call the Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce at (732) 548-2964. For more parade information, visit www.metuchenchamber.com.

Kiwanis Club to meet two Tuesdays a month

The newly formed Edison Kiwanis Club will meet at noon every first and third Tuesday of the month at the Edison Job Corps, 500 Plainfield Ave. New members are welcome. Also, the club will host a Charter Night Dinner at 6 p.m. May 25 at the job corps. For more information, contact Gwen at (908) 781-6862.

Theater company to offer many children’s shows

Forum Theatre Co., Metuchen, has announced its 2004-05 schedule of productions for A Kid’s Forum, the company’s theater program for young and family audiences.

• May 7-June 11 — “Treasure Island,” based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson about a young boy’s adventure after he stumbles upon a map to find buried treasure. The production will feature performers using sign language and the spoken word.

A Kid’s Forum productions, which feature live music, are performed by professional actors. All musicals are recommended for children ages 2 and older. After each performance, cast members greet the children and are also available to sign autographs and pose for pictures. All seats must be reserved. Tickets are $12.50 for everyone, with discounts for groups of 20 or more. For tickets and show times, call (732) 548-0582 or visit the theater’s Web site at www.forumtheatrecompany.com.

Funeral home to offer free bereavement support

The Costello-Runyon Funeral Home, 568 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, is offering a bereavement support group. Ongoing sessions will be held every Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m. to noon, as well as Wednesday evening from 7-8:30 p.m. The program, which is free of charge, will take place at the funeral home.

Carol Burner, a certified grief recovery specialist, will facilitate the program. A professional with a master’s degree in counseling from Seton Hall University, South Orange, she has spent the past eight years offering individual and group counseling to clients suffering from significant and tragic losses. For more information, call the funeral home at (732) 548-0149 or Carol Burner at (732) 562-8565.