Local rabbi to have role in NYC event
      Rabbi Dr. Bernard Rosenberg of Edison will represent the New York Board of Rabbis in his position as Holocaust chairman at the "Remembrance and Awareness" event in New York City commemorating the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht. The event will take place at 5 p.m. Nov. 9 at the New York Times Ce...
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Library to host children's film series
      The Edison library is hosting the following family-oriented film series, which is offered as part of a grant provided by Target stores. The program is for children of preschool age through grade six and their families. No registration is required.
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'Fowl' shooting contest Nov. 22
      Mayor Jun H. Choi, the Edison Council and the Edison Recreation Department invite the public to a "fowl shoot" to celebrate the Thanksgiving holidays, to take place at 10 a.m. at the Stelton Community Center, 328 Plainfield Ave., Edison. The event is open to all Middlesex County residents.
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Fall book sale to be held at Edison library
      The Friends of the Edison Public library will hold its annual fall book sale at the North Edison Branch Library from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 15 and from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 16. All are welcome to browse through gently used books of fiction and nonfiction.
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Neve Shalom Sisterhood event
      The Sisterhood of Neve Shalom, 260 Grove Ave., Metuchen, will hold a SisterhoodMembershipAppreciation Evening on Monday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. The event will feature dinner and entertainment provided by Gemini, who is a comedian, ventriloquist and magician. All sisterhood members are invited.
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Women's organization hosts support groups
      Women Helping Women, 224 Main St., Metuchen, sponsors the following support groups. • Coping with Separation and Divorce Group, Mondays, 7:30-9 p.m. • Personal Growth and Self-Esteem Group, Wednesdays, 7:30-9 p.m.
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Holiday bazaar set for Nov. 30 at YMCA
      The Edison YMCA, 1775 Oaktree Road, will hold its holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30. There will be a large selection of gift items such as personalized photo cards, gift baskets, baked goods and jewelry. There is a limited amount of space still available for vendors. Admission is free ...
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Ballroom and Latin dance lessons slated
      Valerie's School of Performing Arts of Edison, 8 Casey Ave. (across from Route 27 Pizza Hut), is offering a complimentary class of ballroom and Latin wedding dances 7:30- 8:30 p.m. Nov. 13. All over the age of 18 are invited, especially wedding couples.
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Edison students with disabilities identified
      The Edison Township Public School District has a responsibility to locate, identify and evaluate all resident students with disabilities who are in need of special education and related services, including students with disabilities attending nonpublic schools.
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YMCA offering child care after school
      The Ken Shirk YMCA Child Care Center, 445 Old Post Road in Edison, is now offering school-age child care and special programs including yoga, karate, woodworking and no-cook cooking. A licensed YMCA bus will pick up children after school from the Washington and Lindeneau schools. Children from oth...
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Historical society to hold presentation
      The Metuchen-Edison Historical Society invites the public to learn about the historic designation of the Metuchen post office at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Old Franklin School building, 491 Middlesex Ave. (Route 27), Metuchen.
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High school clothing drive Nov. 8
      The J.P. Stevens High School PTSO is holding a clothing drive to benefit Project Graduation. Residents are asked to donate unwanted clothing, shoes, belts, handbags, linens, bedspreads and stuffed animals, and place the items in plastic garbage bags, tied securely, and drop them off in front of ...
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Interfaith celebration slated for Nov. 25
      The public is invited to attend an interfaith Thanksgiving celebration at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Metuchen Reformed Church, 150 Lake Ave., Metuchen. Sponsored by the Metuchen-Edison Area Interfaith Clergy Association, the event will include an interfaith community choir, interfaith youth group, A...
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Services planned for Veterans Day
      The Edison Township Parade Committee has announced the times and places of services and ceremonies to be held on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, in Edison: • 8 a.m., services at all VFW and American Legion post homes • 8:30 a.m.
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NAACP to host forum on economy Nov. 13
      The Metuchen Edison Area Branch of the NAACP will host a forum at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Edison Jobs Corps Academy, 500 Plainfield Ave., Edison, to discuss the current state of the economy. Titled "The Economic Tsunami," the panel will includeDr. William M. Rodgers III, Vernon Stewart and Nicole Ha...
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St. Francis to hold dinner-dance Nov. 8
      St. Francis Cathedral Choir will host a Harvest Festival Dinner-Dance at 8 p.m. Nov. 8. The cost is $25 per person. There will be a catered hot food buffet, DJ and dancing, cash 50/50 raffle, and door prices. Attendees are invited to bring their own beer and wine. The event will be held at the St....
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Storytime offered for children with autism
      The North Edison Public Library, 777 Grove Ave., Edison, will hold a special story-time program for children with autism at 10:15 on Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. The program is open to children with autism living in Edison or registered at an Edison Township school. Space is limited, so participants must...
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Gift-wrap event to benefit Great Danes
      There will be a gift-wrapping event at the Barnes & Noble in Menlo Park Mall in Edison to raise money for the Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League. There will also be a Great Dane in the store. The gift-wrapping dates are Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Dec. 2...
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Thanksgiving service to be held Nov. 26
      St. James Church (Old White Church), 2136 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, invites all to attend a holiday evening service of "Happy Thanksgiving" at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26. Relatives, friends and neighbors are invited to celebrate as well. For more information, call 732-985-2023.
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Vendors sought for holiday bazaar
      The Edison Branch YMCA will hold its first annual holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30 and is seeking vendors for crafts, new merchandise and sports memorabilia.
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Neve Shalom to host auction Dec. 6
      Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen, will hold its annual Goods and Services Auction at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6.
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Winter Festival Parade set for Nov. 30
      The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 55th annual Winter Festival Parade at 2 p.m. Nov. 30. Participants will parade through downtown Metuchen, and all groups are welcome to march.
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Evening of music set for Nov. 14
      An evening of music will be performed by students of the Woodbridge Academy of Music at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Old Franklin School (BIL Clubhouse), 491 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen. Admission is free, and a light reception will follow. For more information, call Janena at 848-230-1258.
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Women's club to hold monthly meeting
      The Metuchen-Edison Woman's Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at The Heritage at Clara Barton, 1015 Amboy Ave., Edison. The program will feature "Candle Painting," by Christel Takacs. Guests are welcome, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call Mary 73...
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