Colonia H.S. PTO to host harvest festival
      The Colonia High School PTO will hold a harvest festival Oct 18, 12-4 p.m. at the high school, 180 East St. The fair will include vendors, pumpkin decorating, homemade pies and more.
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Jazz & Sketch Night slated in Woodbridge
      The Woodbridge Mayor's Arts Committee will host a Jazz and Sketch Night 7-10 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Knights of Columbus hall, 130 Main St., Woodbridge. There will be a live model, live jazz and cash bar. Draw or listen to music. Entry fee is $10. Call 732-634-4500, ext. 4500, or contact Jim Sullivan...
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Vendors sought for pre-holiday market
      The First Congregation Church will hold a flea market on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the church, located at 539 Barron Ave. in Woodbridge. The church is currently seeking vendors. An eight-foot table costs $25. A six-foot table costs $20. Call Debbie at 732-634- 6895 for more i...
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New online course gives drivers a 'brake'
      A new online defensive driving course is now available to all New Jersey drivers. The successful completion of the interactive course will take two points off your driver's license and provide a three-year discount on your auto insurance. Sign up at www.driversgoonline. com.
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Y hosts 'Crop 'Til You Drop' benefit Oct. 18
      The Woodbridge YCMA at the Woodbridge Community Center is holding a fundraiser from 6 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Oct. 18. The fundraiser is a scrapbooking event with a chocolate theme. Admission is $25 per person. Reserved tables are available for groups of 4 for $80.
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Domestic violence team volunteers sought
      The Woodbridge Township Domestic Violence Response Team is seeking new members. Any interested persons who want to make a difference in the lives of domestic violence victims will be asked to fill out an application form. A criminal background check and an interview are part of the process.
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AARP Chapter 3869 has new schedule
      The Woodbridge AARP Chapter 3869 will hold meetings at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at St. Andrew's Church Hall, 244 Avenel St., Avenel.
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Ross Street School to hold Vendor Night
      The first annual Vendor Night is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Ross Street School, 110 Ross St., Woodbridge. There will be door prizes and over 15 vendors, ranging from the Pampered Chef to Pocketbooks to Crystals jewelry. There will also be a bake sale to raise money for the students at ...
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'Cause for Paws' day of food & fun Oct. 19
      Supporters of the Woodbridge Animal Shelter will host "Cause for Paws," a day of food, fun and games benefiting the Woodbridge Animal Shelter, on Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine.
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Widows or widowers dance to be held
      Woodbridge Widows or Widowers will hold an open dance 7:30-11:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Elks lodge, 665 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge. Light refreshments will be served, and everyone is welcome. Admission is $10 for members, $12 for guests. For more information, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757- 0515.
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'Dinner Around the World' event Oct. 18
      Trinity Episcopal Church, 650 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, will host its third annual "Dinner Around the World" 5-8 p.m. Oct. 18. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste a variety of authentic international foods. No admission fee; there will be a charge of $3.50 per portion. For further informa...
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Halloween party, show Oct. 24, 25
      Circle Players will present Halloween "Halloween Hair-Raiser 2," an evening of one-act shows 8 p.m. Oct. 24 and 25 at the playhouse, 416 Victoria Ave., Piscataway. Each evening of performances will be followed by a party, with food and drink and prizes given for the best costume. All patrons are e...
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Halloween party, haunted house slated
      Mayor Jun H. Choi, the Edison Township Council and the Edison Recreation Department will host a Halloween party at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison, Oct. 25 from noon to 3 p.m. A colorful costume contest will begin at 1 p.m. for children from age 2 through eighth grade.
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