Church to hold vacation Bible school in late Aug.
     St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 445 Old Post Road, Edison, is offering a free week of vacation Bible school from Aug. 28 to Sept. 1, 6-9 p.m., for 4-year-old pre-kindergartners to children who will be entering sixth grade in the fall. Space is limited. To register or for more information, call (732) 287
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Congregation Beth El offers weekly bingo
     Congregation Beth El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, conducts weekly bingo games on Wednesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome. Admission is $1 per person. Refreshments may be purchased. For details, call the synagogue at (732) 572-2766.
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Youngsters can go 'Buggy for Books' this month
     The Edison Public Library is holding registration in person or by phone for "Petland Discounts Presents: Buggy for Books." Preschoolers to 12-year-olds with parent/caregiver will be introduced to some creepy, crawly and scaly "book bugs" through Michelle and Brian Shank of Petland Discounts in South
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Center offers Friday-night discussions on spirituality
     The Eckankar Center holds public presentations and discussions on spirituality in everyday life Friday evenings from 8-9 p.m. at the center, 3 Lincoln Highway (Route 27), Suite 102, Edison. Topics include "The Amazing Toolbox of Life," "Accepting Spiritual Guidance," "Dreams: A Doorway to Heaven" an
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Summer Shabbaton planned for July 21, 22
     The Torah Links annual Family Summer Shabbaton will take place at 6:30 p.m. on July 21 and 22 at 18 Constitution Court,. East Brunswick.
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Kindergarten registration under way in Metuchen
     All Metuchen children who will have reached the age of 5 by Oct. 1, 2006, are eligible for kindergarten registration. Parents/guardians who have not yet registered their children should do so at their earliest convenience. Registration and medical forms are available at the Moss School office, 16 Si
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'Rainbow Fish' to swim its way around libraries
     The Edison Public Library is holding a "Rainbow Fish" contest - based on the books by Marcus Pfister - now until Aug. 31. Preschoolers to 12-year-olds can visit the children's department (junior room) every week to see if they can find the rainbow fish's hiding spot. It will be in a different place
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Men's drop-in basketball program in full swing
     The Metuchen Recreation Commission's Men's Drop-in Basketball program is held from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday evenings at the Edgar School gymnasium, Brunswick Avenue. The program is free of charge and open to Metuchen residents over 30 years old. Call (732) 632-8502.
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Families can 'paws' to read together in July
     The Edison Public Library is holding registration in person or by phone for "Families 'Paws' to Read Together," a four-week program featuring stories, simple activities, crafts and a video presentation. It is open to preschoolers through 12-year-olds and their parents/guardians, with adult participa
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Coast Guard Auxiliary offering boating courses
     The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 44, Sewaren section of Woodbridge, is offering boating courses during the summer. The new boating law, Assembly bill 2624, requires a boating license. Upon successful completion of the ABC course, students will receive certification and their N.J. State Boati
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'The Tempest' July 22 at Lake Avenue pond
     The Metuchen Cultural Arts Commission will present The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's Next Stage Ensemble's performance of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 7 p.m. July 22 at Tommy's Pond, Lake Avenue, Metuchen. Attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. For further information, cal
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'Seussical' next up for Plays-in-the-Park
     Middlesex County's summer theater, Plays-in-the-Park, will continue its 44th season of musicals with a production of "Seussical" set for 8:30 p.m. July 19-29 at the Stephen J. Capestro Theater in Roosevelt Park, Edison. There will be no performances on Sundays.
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Habitat for Humanity slates Aug. bicycle tour
     As a fundraiser, the Middlesex County Habitat for Humanity, a worldwide volunteer organization that builds affordable homes for families in need, is planning a bicycle tour, rain or shine, on Aug. 12. Helmets are required on all rides, and roads will be open to traffic so extreme caution must be use
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'Read Around Town' hits local TV network
     The children's department of the Edison Public Library has introduced "Read Around Town," a new television show for parents and youngsters that is available on Edison's local TV network, Channel 22. Because program dates vary, viewers are asked to check out the program lineup.
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Local teen explores tech industry at youth forum
     Ryan La Plaga, who will be a junior at Edison High School in the fall, was among the 700 outstanding high school students from across the United States and abroad who attended the National Youth Leadership Forum on Technology (NYLF/TECH) in San Jose, Calif., from July 9-17. Founded in 1992, NYLF is
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There's summer savings at church thrift store
     Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, continues its thrift store hours for the summer. It will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays; and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. It will be closed on Saturdays in August. The thrift store fea
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Edison Scrabble Club announces new hours
     The Edison Scrabble Club has changed the hours of its Saturday games at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., North Edison. Games will now be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays, and will still take place from 7-10 p.m. on Tuesdays. Registration is not required, and there is no
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Funeral home providing free bereavement support
     The Costello-Runyon Funeral Home, 568 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, continues to offer a bereavement support group. Ongoing sessions are 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, takes place at t
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