Free knitting classes offered at library
      The Sewaren library, 546 West Ave., Sewaren, holds free knitting classes on the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. Attendees should bring their own yarn (Lion Brand — Jiffy recommended).
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Woodbridge Elks host semi-weekly flea mkt.
      The Woodbridge Elks Lodge No. 2116 holds a flea market with over 60 vendors every Tuesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. (weather permitting) at the Woodbridge Elks, 665 Rahway Ave. (across from the Trinity Church). For more information, call 732-634-2123.
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Volunteer needed for butterfly garden
      The Sewaren Free Public Library, 546 West Ave., Sewaren, is looking for someone who loves to garden and has some spare time to volunteer to take over the upkeep and maintenance of the butterfly garden. If interested, please call the library at 732-634-7571.
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Tickets available for Elks lottery
      New Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 324 is sponsoring a Mega 50/50 Lottery through Dec. 12. The Elks' share of the proceeds will go to charities representing veterans and children with disabilities. The winning ticket will be drawn at 9 p.m. Dec. 12 at the lodge, 40 Livingston Ave. Winner need not be pr...
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Guys and Dolls' coming to E.B. stage
      Playhouse 22 will present its production of "Guys and Dolls" 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. on Sundays, through Nov. 22, at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. The musical stars Christopher Pica as Sky Masterson, Debbie Lingel as Sarah Brown, Michael Sundburg as ...
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School to host vendor shopping fair Nov. 12
      Ford Avenue School No. 14 PTO will present a "Ladies Night Out" vendor shopping and craft fair 7-9 p.m. Nov. 12, in the school's all-purpose room, 186 Main St., Fords. Proceeds from the fair will fund student activities throughout the 2009-10 school year, such as assemblies and field trips.
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Colonia Hadassah meeting Nov. 17
      Colonia Hadassah's membership recognition meeting will be held Nov. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. Guest speaker Ilse Loeb will present a program on "Hidden Children of the Holocaust," including a film.
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Nominees sought for SWMHS Hall of Fame
      The Sayreville War Memorial High School (SWMHS) Hall of Fame Committee is seeking nominations from the public for the school's 2010 annual awards program. Nominees must be graduates of SWMHS who have made outstanding contributions to their profession, community or organization.
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Free knitting classes offered at library
      The Sewaren library, 546 West Ave., Sewaren, holds free knitting classes on the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. Attendees should bring their own yarn (Lion Brand — Jiffy recommended). Size 10 knitting needles are required, and attendees may either bring their own or purchase them at t...
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Auditions planned for 'Catch Me if You Can'
      The Main Street Theatre Company will conduct auditions for its upcoming production of "Catch Me if You Can" 7-9 p.m. Nov. 9 and 10 at the Main Street Theatre, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Callbacks and special appointments are set for Nov. 11.
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Submission deadline Nov. 13 for SBA awards
      The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Newark, is seeking nominees for various awards to be given during National Small Business Week May 23-29. Deadline for submissions is Nov. 13.
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B'nai B'rith couples will meet for dinner
      The B'nai B'rith Ketubah Married Couples Unit (age 40-plus) will meet for dinner at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Ria-Mar, 25 Whitehead Ave., South River. The cost of the dinner will be divided evenly among those attending; bar bill will be separate. Prospective members are welcome.
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Tickets available for Lions Doo-Wop Show
      The Milltown Lions Club will hold a Doo-Wop Show, featuring the group Remember When, 7:30-10 p.m. Nov. 14 at American Legion Post No. 25, JFK Boulevard, Milltown. Donation is $20 and includes the show, snacks and dancing. There will be a cash bar. The benefit will raise funds for the visually imp...
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MCC Saturday hours slated for Nov. 7
      Middlesex County College (MCC), Edison, has announced Saturday hours 8:30 a.m.- noon Nov. 7 at the enrollment center, financial aid, bursar's office, the testing center, admissions, the registrar's office, student activities, academic advisement and the bookstore.
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Rutgers Hope for the Warriors 5K Nov. 7
      Rutgers Army ROTC will host a 5K run/walk for the Hope for the Warriors Foundation at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 7 at Grove 4 at Johnson Park, Piscataway. Hope for the Warriors seeks to ensure that the sacrifices of wounded and fallen warriors and their families are never forgotten nor their needs unmet.
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Jewish Experience' lecture Nov. 9
      The American Jewish Experience Lecture Series, presented by the Jewish Historical Society of Central Jersey, completes its 12th consecutive year with a lecture by Ruth Marcus Patt titled "The Jewish Experience in California." The lecture will be held Nov. 9, at 10 a.m. at the Monroe Township Jewi...
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Senior Citizens Club activities schedule
      The Colonia Senior Citizens Club, 250 Inman Ave., Colonia, will host the following activities: Nov. 5, "Retirement Stinks" at The Fiesta in Wood-Ridge; the cost is $63. Nov. 17, a Thanksgiving luncheon. Dec. 15, Christmas dinner-dance at Ariana's Grand, 800 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge.
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Veterans Day services Nov. 11 in Avenel
      The Avenel Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7164 will hold its annual Veterans Day services Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at 60 ParkAve., Avenel. The general public is encouraged to attend. There will be light refreshments following the services. For more information, call 732-636-9615.
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Chicken barbecue to be held at church
      The Woodbridge United Methodist Church, 69 Main St., Woodbridge, will hold a chicken barbecue at the church hall on Nov. 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children under age 12. For information, call 732-225-0580 or 732-634- 0559.
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Holiday craft fair to take place Nov. 7
      The Woodbridge Hills Active Adult Community will host a holiday craft fair at the clubhouse on Route 1 south, Iselin,, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A variety of vendors will be on hand. For more information, call 732-283-7075.
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Elks essay contest for fifth-graders
      The Woodbridge Elks Lodge No. 2116, 665 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, is sponsoring an essay contest for all fifth-graders in Woodbridge Township. This year's theme is "The American Dream — What Is It?" Essay must be no more than 250 words, typed or printed legibly, and submitted to the lodge on...
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Barron Arts Center announces schedule
      The Barron Arts Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, has announced its upcoming dates for PoetsWednesday. All readings of featured poets begin at 8 p.m. The readings are free, and everyone is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served courtesy of Wegmans Food Market in Woodbridge.
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Tricky Tray' to be held Nov. 6 in Iselin
      The "Tricky Tray" at St. Cecelia School, 45 Wilus Way, Iselin, will be held Nov. 6, just in time for some holiday shopping. This year's theme is "At the Hop." The doors open for entry at 5 p.m., prepackaged ticket bundle sales begin at 5:30 p.m., and the auction starts at 8 p.m.
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Clothing drive at Wbg. church Nov. 7
      The First Presbyterian Church of Woodbridge, 600 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, will host a fall used clothing drive Nov. 7, from a.m. to noon. Volunteers will be collecting clean, used clothing, linens, bedding, shoes, stuffed animals, etc. Donations help benefit the church and the children in many w...
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