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Community Calendar for week of Sept. 7, 2016

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Farmers’ Market

Raritan Bay Area YMCA Farmers’ Market is back! Our outdoor Farmers’ Market is held in the YMCA’s parking lot at 357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ. Every Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., starting July 26. Fruits vegetables, plants and much more… Remaining Dates:
September 13, 20, 27
October 4, 11, 18, 25

Interested in becoming a VENDOR? Please contact Sholonda Chipepo at 732-442-3632 or by email at: schipepo@rbayymca.org.

Raritan Bay Cruisers Car Show

Starting on Tuesdays, May 10 – Sept. 27, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., weather permitting. Pizza Hut, Rte. 9, Woodbridge (Wal-Mart Parking Lot) Trophies awarded, plus one Cancer Trophy Award. For more info call 732-585-7365.

B-Men Mentoring Founder and Motivational Speaker Edison Jaquez Holds Book Signing for His Memoir, A Second Chance
Press Release 8/31/16
EDISON –The question of how to empower youth in underserved communities to become successful adults is a burning one, and Edison Jaquez has answers. Jaquez has devoted his life to serving and supporting the youth of New Jersey; he founded life-changing mentoring programs B-Men and BYOUtiful to provide young men and women with the skills and confidence that he needed when he was in their shoes. Jaquez knows the challenges they face, using his own journey to teach his mentees: “Don’t let your history define who you are.”  A Second Chance shares these lessons and the story of Jaquez’s transition away from a life of self-destruction to one of self-realization.  Readers have responded passionately to Jaquez’s powerful, human story, calling it “Simply an amazing, inspiring, life changing book.” His upcoming book signing is an opportunity for readers to meet the leader and motivational speaker, learn more about his life journey, and raise awareness for the invaluable mentoring programs Jaquez has brought to his community. The event takes place at Barnes and Noble, Menlo Park Mall, 55 Parsonage Rd., Edison. Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016 at 7 p.m.

Boys Scouts of America 2016 Award Dinner Honors Steve Jobin, President & CEO of the Raritan Bay Area YMCA 
Press Release 8/31/16
PERTH AMBOY – Steve Jobin, President & CEO of the RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA in Perth Amboy to be honored at the Boys Scouts of America Scouting… Vale la Pena! 2016 Service Award Dinner to be held on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at The Armory in Perth Amboy, NJ.
As a resident of Perth Amboy for twenty-three years and a former Boy Scout himself, Mr. Jobin continues to serve his community with a strong focus on youth development. Mr. Jobin shared that his experience as a Boy Scout has instilled a better understanding of what it means to be a participating citizen of his community. He has demonstrated this through his continued passion to give back to the residents of Perth Amboy. Whether at the Y, in the community, at an event or volunteering for a project, Mr. Jobin continues to earn his badges and remains committed to his lifelong work. He continuously lives out the values and the mission of the Y in assisting the community, helping to make Perth Amboy a better place to live, work and play.
Mr. Jobin has served the community as President & CEO of the Raritan Bay Area YMCA for the last 10 years and has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. Mr. Jobin ensures that individuals have access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive. Please help us CONGRATULATE Steve Jobin for his service and dedication to his community.

Annual Children’s Musical Showcases Singing, Dancing, Acting Along with a Live Band
Press Release
PERTH AMBOY – “Taste your words before you spit them out, ‘cause you can’t take them back,” – words from one of the songs in the kid’s musical production at Cathedral International. This annual fun event renders a timely message against bullying, highlights the power of words and promotes the value of faithful friends.
“Children, ages 4 through 15 have rehearsed all summer. They have sung, danced, and acted their hearts out as they prepare for this exciting performance,” stated Leslie-Ann Lukoma, the show’s production coordinator.
Everyone is invited to the two free performances of the children’s musical at 7:30 pm, Friday, September 9 and at 12 p.m., Saturday, September 10 at Cathedral International, 277 Madison Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861. A BBQ Blast will be served following the Saturday show with games, food, activities and fun for the children in the show along with family, friends and all attending guest.
All ages will enjoy the free show. Bring everyone. For more information, call (732) 826-5293 or visitwww.cathedralinternational.org.

Cool Yard Sale
PERTH AMBOY – Saturday, Sept. 10, 178 Market St., Perth Amboy from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Comics – Superman, Spiderman, Batman & Others; Classic Movies on VHS; Toy Soldiers; Clothing; Assorted Items.

Free Diabetes Self-Management Program
PERTH AMBOY – Are you a person with Medicare living with diabetes or know someone who is? Perth Amboy Public Library has partnered with Quality Insights Quality Innovation Network and will be offering free six-week diabetes self-management workshops as part of the Everyone with Diabetes Counts (EDC) program. The free evidence-based workshops developed at Stanford University cover a variety of topics including preventing complications, setting goals, the importance of healthy eating and portion control, exercise, medication management, communicating with healthcare providers, dealing with stress and depression, and much more. The workshops will be taking place at the Perth Amboy Public Library at 196 Jefferson Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861. Workshops are on Tuesdays, August 23 to September 27, 2016, from 10 am to 12:30 pm. For more information or to register, call Jarmaine Williams at (732) 955-8168.

Half Way to St. Patty’s Day Dinner
SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Elks Drug Awareness Committee – Half Way to St. Patty’s Day Dinner (D.A.P.), at 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy on Friday, September 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Corn Beef & Cabbage (with all the fixings); $12.00 per person. Elks D.A.P. (Drug Awareness Program). For more Info call: 732-727-7170

Welcome Back Sunday
PERTH AMBOY – Welcome Back Sunday -Sunday, Sept. 11, at 10 a.m. service St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 188 Rector Street, Perth Amboy. Special Prayers for 15th Anniversary of 9/11, Blessing of the backpacks, and festive potluck coffee hour. All are welcome. For more information, call 732-826-1594.

Frog Hollow 5K Run & Health Walk
SOUTH AMBOY – The Frog Hollow 5K Run & Health Walk has will take place on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016. Proceeds will benefit the city of South Amboy’s Fire and First Aid departments.  There will be a free youth Fun Run, awards, t-shirts, post race picnic, and all day swimming and tennis for race participants. Entry fee is $20 in advance and $25 day of race. For more information or to download a registration form, go to www.froghollowswim.com or register in person at the club 7:30 AM on race day. Fun Run steps off at 8:30 AM and the 5K Run starts at 9:00 AM. The Frog Hollow Swim and Tennis Club is located on Ferris St. off of South Pine Ave. in South Amboy, NJ. For additional information call race director, Danny McCrone at 732-721-6592 or go to www.froghollowswim.com.

CASA of Middlesex County Seeks Volunteers to Help Abused and Neglected Children
NEW BRUNSWICK – Individuals interested in helping kids in foster care are invited to join Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Middlesex County for an information session on Monday, September 12 from 6-7pm. The session will be held at the CASA Office located at 77 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
CASA volunteers are appointed by a judge to speak for a child’s best interests.  They meet regularly with the child and research the child’s circumstances with the goal of securing a safe and permanent home for the child as quickly as possible. CASA volunteers come from all walks of life, with no special background needed.  Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and pass background checks.
If you are interested in volunteering and are unable to attend the information session, please  call (732) 246-4449, email info@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org or visitwww.casaofmiddlesexcounty.org/volunteer for more information and a volunteer application.

Register Now to Become a Licensed Practical Nurse Or Certified Nursing Assistant
Universal Training Institute
LPN Classes start September 12, 2016, Day & Evening
174 Jefferson St., 2nd Floor
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
732-826-0155
www.universaluti.com
“Stop Dreaming and Start Doing”

ENROLLING NOW!! FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY.  Openings still available for classes starting in September. Please call soon to reserve a space!

Poet’s Wednesdays
WOODBRIDGE
Sept. 14 – Ken Greenley
Barron Art’s Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, 732-634-0413, Free Admission.
Workshop 7 p.m.; Poetry Reading 8 p.m. -10 p.m.,
For more info, contact Poetry Director Deborah C. LaVeglia at 908-272-3141 or email: poetred@aol.com. Website: www.poetswednesday.com

BUSINESS MEET N’ GREETS for September 2016

 SEPT. 29, 2016 – POPULAR SPEED NETWORKING EVENT! YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS IT.
Cranberry’s Gourmet Café
10 Cedarbrook Drive, Cranbury, NJ 08512
(Cedarbrook Corp Park..Corner of Dey Road and Cranbury Road)
8:00-8:30am – Continental Breakfast – $13.00 net
8:30-10:00am – Speed Networking
RSVP: Must by SEPT. 26

Other Meet N Greets in September:

SEPT 13, 2016 – FIRESIDE GRILL & BAR
11:30-1:30PM
ROUTE 79, MARLBORO, NJ
ORDER OFF MENU (YOUR COST)

SEPT 15, 2016 – HAILEY’S HARP & PUB
5:30PM-7:30 PM
400 MAIN ST. METUCHEN, NJ
$15.00 INCL BUFFET

SEPT. 16, 2016 – COLONIAL DINER
7:30-9:30 AM
560 HWY 18 EAST BRUNSWICK NJ
$12.00 INCL FULL BKFST

SEPT. 20, 2016 – PAN ASIA
5:30-7:30 PM 2
JFK BLVD. SOMERSET, NJ
$15.00 INCL BUFFET/WINE TASTING

SEPT 21, 2016 – SUNNY PALACE
11:30-1:30PM
1069 RT. 18 SOUTH, EAST BRUNSWICK NJ
$13.00 INCL PLATED

SEPT. 21, 2016 THE BARGE
5:30-7:30PM
201 FRONT ST. PERTH AMBOY, NJ
$15.00 INCL FULL BUFFETT

SEPT. 22, 2016 GETTING AHEAD IN BUSINESS/WOODBRIDGE CHAMBER – PANTAGIS DINER
8:00AM-9:30AM
3126 WOODBRIDGE AVE. EDISON, NJ
$15.00 INCL FULL BREAKFAST

SEPT. 27, 2016 – SHLOKA
5:30-7:30PM
24 SOUTH ST. FREEHOLD, NJ
$15.00 INCL BUFFET

Please RSVP the day before each Business Meet N’ Greet to:milton@gettingaheadinbusiness.com or 732.306.0040.
Click onto: www.gettingaheadinbusiness.com for new updates. We are at 16 locations and looking to expand in other areas. If you know of a restaurant with a private room or would like to become a partner/sponsor please contact Milton.

NAACP Local Branches Host Community Prayer Power Vigil: Prayer for ACTION!
Press Release 9/3/16
CARTERET, PERTH AMBOY, RAHWAY, SAYREVILLE, SOUTH AMBOY, AND WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP – Two local NAACP branches unite with the faith community to join in Prayer for ACTION! The recent tragedies that our nation has faced with violence and the deaths of unarmed black men and women and law enforcement officers creates a greater sense of urgency for our faith communities to come together. It is incumbent upon our faith leaders and our congregations to leverage their power to create lasting change. The prayer vigil will be held on Friday, September 16, at the First Baptist Church located at 130 Sewaren Ave., Sewaren, NJ, beginning at 10 am
Clergy from congregations throughout the local area will focus on our civic leaders, families, community, unity, and much more. The vigil will also showcase local talent and present information on the new GOTV campaign and NAACP local branches.  This event is free! To register your congregation, contact us at infor@naacp-perthamboyarea.org.

POW/MIA Gold Star Mother’s Recognition Day
HOMDEL – With POW/MIA Gold Star Mother’s Recognition Day just around the corner, it is time to plan for your organization’s wreath at our annual ceremony at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation, 1 Memorial Lane, Homdel
This year’s ceremony will take place on Friday, Sept. 16, at 11:00 a.m.
If you are planning on participating, we ask that someone from your organization notify us no later than Monday, September 12, 2016. If your wreath is currently stored at NJVVMF we will need to retrieve it from storage – so the deadline is very important. We would also would appreciate knowing if you are placing a live or artificial wreath. For more information contact: Gerry Appel, Office Manager,
gappel@njvvmf.org or call 732-335-0033 ext. 100
As always, thank you for your support and dedication and we look forward to seeing you on this special day.

Fitness Class
SOUTH AMBOY – Tabata (Interval) Fitness Classes start on  September 17 on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. at Christ Church Memorial Hall, 210 Main Street, South Amboy. Price: 10 classes for $75. *Donation is nonrefundable. Total body workout.  Cardio and Strength training. Get strong, burn fat and gain confidence. Join Certified Personal Trainer Denise Morgan, for a fun filled, 50-minute full body workout. All you need is a set of light weights and a mat. Never forget your water!  For registration information please email Denise at healthandfitnesswithdenise@gmail.com or call 732-525-9536. Help Support Christ Church.

We Care Hunger Walk
PERTH AMBOY – We Care Hunger Walk on Saturday, September 17. Help raise money for local food pantries. Registration 9 a.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 183 Rector Street, Perth Amboy. More information call 732-826-1594.

Architectural History Guided Tour
PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House, The Royal Governor’s Mansion Announces a Special Event – Architectural History Guided Tour on Sunday, Sept. 18, at 2:00 p.m. Purchase your tickets in advance for a first-time journey through the centuries. Restoration Architect & Historian William S. Pavlovsky will guide you through this architectural treasure of the 18th & 19th centuries, listed in both the State & National Registers of Historic Places. In addition to museum rooms, the tour will include Proprietary House’s exterior and historic indoor spaces never before open for public viewing the Royal Governor’s Bedroom, the Guestroom in which Benjamin Franklin slept & the 1809 Wing’s Grand Ballroom. Space Is Limited!!! Tickets now on sale on a first – come, first-served basis. Admission: $30 per Person; $25 for Members. To purchase tickets contact The Proprietary House Association – Phone: (732) 826-5527 or E-mail: info@theproprietaryhouse.org, Address: 149 Kearny Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861. All funds raised will benefit ongoing restoration and operation of the Proprietary House’s Museum.

POW/MIA Program
EDISON – On Sunday, Sept. 18, at 2 p.m. at Menlo Park in Edison will hold a POWMIA Program for the Veterans. The District #8 will put on the program for all Veterans. This program is for Veterans missing in action during the wars. Everyone is welcome for this program. Light refreshments will be served. For more info call 732-264-3041.

Time Capsule to Be Unearthed
SOUTH AMBOY – Please join us in opening our 1996 time capsule at 6 p.m. on Sept. 19 (Rain Date: Sept. 20) at South Amboy Middle/High School, 200 Governor Harold G. Hoffman Plaza., South Amboy, NJ 08879. Light refreshments to be served.

Second Reunion of Old Friends
PERTH AMBOY – ZPA Hall, 281 Grace Street, Perth Amboy. Saturday, September 24 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Catered Buffet – Cash Bar – Music & Dancing & Prizes. Tickets are $55.00 pp. Check or Money Order. Tickets available from committee: Hilda Williams -732-442-2505; Sara Hunley – 732-261-1148; Shirley Jones – 732-442-3629; Patricia Bowers – 732-697-1124; Faye Robinson -732-439-6268.

A.C. Bus Trip – St. John Paul II Seniors
PERTH AMBOY – There is a trip to Resorts Casino, Atlantic City every fourth Wednesday of the month. The next trip is September 24, 2016. Cost $30 pp.; $25 back in slot play. Bus  will depart from behind St. Stephens Church parking lot on Mechanic Street at 9:45 a.m. Call Bobbi at 732-636-2867 to reserve a seat and for more information.

BBQ Showdown
SOUTH AMBOY –  BBQ Showdown Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016 (3rd annual)  from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park,1 Keenan Way, South Amboy. Join the city of South Amboy and iRun New Jersey for the return of BBQ Showdown, the hottest BBQ festival in central New Jersey. Held at the beautiful Raritan Bay Waterfront Park. BBQ Showdown features the best gourmet BBQ food vendors in the area with plenty of retail vendors and exhibitors. There will be live music on stage all day, with the local bands. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, families, friends and most of all, your appetites! Free admission. Vendors Needed! Arts and crafts vendors wanted. Direct sales vendors wanted. To request vendor information or application; sponsorship information; or to schedule a consultation please call or email. For more info Contact Diana St. John at 855-478-6888 or email moc.yesrejwennuri@ofni Event Website: http://www.irunnewjersey.com

Pledge of Allegiance at the Twin Lights
WOODBRIDGE – Though summer is just a memory you can still visit the shore and one of Jersey’s historic lighthouses and museums: Navesink Twin Lights in the Highlands. Come join the Historical Association on September 26, Monday, for a discussion of “The Pledge of Allegiance at the Twin Lights” an award winning documentary produced and directed by Fred Frintrup. This film is the recipient of the 2016 Best Documentary Short of the Garden State Film Festival as well as the Best History Documentary of the Telly Awards in 2016. The HAWT meeting begins at 7 pm in the Woodbridge Main Library (downstairs). Light refreshments will follow the program. For further information contact brendavelasco@twp.woodbridge.nj.us

POW/MIA Program
SAYREVILLE – The Ladies Auxiliary and the Post Commander of #4699 Post will hold a POW/MIA Program on Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the post home in Sayreville, NJ at Jernee Mill road. POW/MIA is a program for members missing in action during the wars. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more info call 732-264-3041 thank you.

Perth Amboy High School Class of 66 Celebrating 50th Reunion
PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy High School Class of 66 will be celebrating their 50th Reunion on October 1 at 7 p.m.  The reunion will take place at the Pines Manor, located on Route 27, Edison. This will be a great opportunity to reconnect with classmates, share a wonderful milestone and dance the night away!  The cost of the reunion is $85/per person.  If interested, mail a check payable to:  Paula Pavlonnis; 59 Forrest Street; Metuchen, NJ 08840. The committee is also planning a tour of the “Halls of Ivy” as well as a Sunday Brunch (pay your own tab if you go). For more information, please call Dotti Chiera 732-859-5669.

Author Visit
PERTH AMBOY – Jordan and Joelle Hernandez will be reading their book “Twin Tales: Sasha and Sophie go to School!” on Saturday, October 1, at 11 a.m. at the Perth Amboy Free Public Library, 196 Jefferson St., Perth Amboy. Sponsored by the Friends of Perth Amboy Free Public Library. This event is free, but we are asking parents to register their intention to attend so they and their children can be accommodated comfortably. These books are geared toward children 4 to 7 years of age. Please call the friends at 201-381-1903 or email at friendsofperthamboylibrary@gmail.com Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Edison AARP Ch. 3446
October 3-5, 2016: Boston, MA Package – Call Bob at 732-885-1789 for information. October 12, 2016: Octoberfest at Doolans, Spring Lake – Call Mary Ann at 732-287-3659 for information. Canned food and miscellaneous items for veterans, hospitals, and nursing homes will be collected at the meeting.  New socks will also be collected for children at NJ Institute for Disabilities in Menlo Park. For additional information on the chapter or upcoming events, visit our website at www.edisonaarp.org.

A.C. Bus Trip – San Salvador Seniors
PERTH AMBOY – The San Salvador Seniors are sponsoring a bus trip to Caesar’s Casino in AC on Thursday, October 6, 2016. Bus leaves 12 Noon from the Perth Amboy Knights of Columbus, High Street, Perth Amboy. Cost 30 pp. Receive $30 back in slot dollars. For more info call Joe at 732-826-0819.

Tricky Tray
WOODBRIDGE – The Catholic Daughters of the Americas #769 is holding its Annual Tricky Tray Charity Fundraiser on Saturday, October 8, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St. James Church (lower level), Main St and Amboy Ave., Woodbridge NJ. Admission $10 (no refund) includes coffee, tea and desserts. Grand Prizes – Flat Screen TV, Coach Bags, Wine baskets, Gift Cards and much MORE! Doors open at 12:30 p.m. For Tickets/Reservation call Mary Ellen O’Connor 908-294-0146 or pay at the door.

Pink Ribbon Gala

PERTH AMBOY – “Celebrate Perth Amboy – Pink Ribbon Gala” is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring its Second Annual “Pink Ribbon Gala”.  It is scheduled to take place on October 15, 2016 at the Cornucopia – St. Charles Vessel, 401 Riverview Drive, Perth Amboy, NJ.  The cost of the ticket is $125.00 per person.  The cost includes dinner and dancing.  The donations are tax deductible.

The gala is a formal attire event. The attendees may wear Pink or Black ONLY.

The event honors “Mary’s Place by the Sea” which is a non-profit organization located in Ocean Grove, NJ.  “Mary’s Place” provides an innovative approach to caring for women with cancer during and after treatment.  It provides a comfortable place for women to rest during their cancer treatment.  The services provided to guests of “Mary’s Place by the Sea” include:  Reiki Therapy, Oncological Massage, Spa Services, Guided Meditation, Yoga, and Nutritional Counseling.

To purchase tickets, contact Raquel Roche (732) 586-2799 or mail your check to:  “Celebrate Perth Amboy – Pink Ribbon Gala”, P.O. Box 1905, Perth Amboy, NJ  08862. Tickets may also be purchased online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-pink-ribbon-gala-tickets-24298835471

PRAHD 30th Annual Roberto Clemente Gala
Friday, October 21, 2016
Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
515 Route 1 South, Iselin, NJ
6:30pm – 11:30pm
A message from our Gala Co-Chairs: PRAHD is a tremendous asset to Perth Amboy. Its exceptional management works tirelessly to stretch every dollar donated to care for our community’s most vulnerable. We are deeply honored to chair this year’s PRAHD gala. Join us as we celebrate this year’s honorees.
– Harry and Caroline Pozycki

Trip to Sands Casino – Holy Rosary Seniors
HOPELAWN – Holy Rosary Seniors Bus Trip to Sands Casino – Tony Orlando Holiday Show – Thursday, December 1, 2016. Cost: $60 – Includes $20 Back In Play, Bus And Tip + The show at 2 p.m. Bus leaves church parking lot (625 Florida Grove Road, Hopelawn) at 10 a.m. and arrives back approx. 7 p.m. Anyquestions, etc. please contact Ronnie Dematteo at 732-442-5252.

DVD/Media Drive
SOUTH AMBOY – The Sadie Pope Dowdell Library is having a DVD/Media Drive. Please place your unwanted DVDs, Blu-Ray, CDs, and video games in good condition, into the collection boxes at the Dowdell Library, or Madura Pharmacy Your contributions will be donated to the Dowdell Library to help enhance its current collection. Larger collections call Grace at 732-721-6592 for pick-up Thank you for your support! This on-Going Collection Drive is sponsored by the Dowdell Library Foundation, Inc.

3D Printer News
SOUTH AMBOY – Every Thursday from 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at the Dowdell Library, 100 Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, South Amboy, adjacent to South Amboy Middle High School. Stop in and watch our 3D Printer In action! New design every week! For more info call 732-721-6060 or email comments@dowdell.org or go to www.dowdell.org

Minecraft & Agar.io
SOUTH AMBOY – Minecraft & Agar.io 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Dowdell Library, 100 Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, South Amboy, Refreshments! For more info call 732-721-6060.

$100 Groceries for $40 or Less
PERTH AMBOY – The Jolin Food program is designed to provide families with nationally branded food products at wholesale prices. On behalf of the Cathedral’s Community Development Corporation, the Jewish Renaissance Foundation’s AmeriCorps is helping to promote the Jolin Food Box. Order by the 2nd Tuesday of the month online or by phone and pick up by the 3rd Saturday of the month. Go to  https://jolinfoodbox.com to place your order online or call 732 826 8207 and ask for Juana Kearney.

Book Drop/Book Sale
PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library have established a use for the books you have read and would like to recycle!!!  Drop off your books . . . pick up a book or two ($.50 for paperbacks/$1 for hard cover) …or select a “bag of books” for a price of only $5.  Please no text books or reference books.  Visit us at the Brighton Ave. Community Center located at the corner of Brighton Ave. and Sadowski Pkwy. in Perth Amboy.  The schedule for the next three months is as follows:  Saturdays, July 23rd, August 13th (CLOSED!) August 27th, September 10th, September 24th, October 8th, October 22nd, November 12th, December 10th. We will be there from 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.  (weather permitting). For more info, e-mail us at friendsofperthamboylibrary@gmail.com

Ask the Rabbi
EDISON – “Ask the Rabbi” with Rabbi Saks from Congregation Beth Mordecai of Perth Amboy, in the Menlo Park Mall food court, every Wednesday from 12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. All questions will be answered. Everyone is invited to ask.

Have You Volunteered Lately?
PERTH AMBOY – The first and biggest benefit AmeriCorps VISTA members get is the satisfaction of incorporating service into their lives and making a difference in their community and country. The intangible benefits alone, such as pride, satisfaction and accomplishment are worthwhile reasons to serve.  There are other benefits as well including awards, job and education certifications, professional development, and more. For more info call the Jewish Renaissance Medical Center, 275 Hobart Street, Perth Amboy.

Food Stamps Assistance
PERTH AMBOY – Every Wednesday there will be a Food Stamps Assistance Program 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.:  JRF’s Family Success Center families to come in and meet with a representative from the Community Food Bank of NJ to assist with food stamps application and eligibility guidelines. For additional information please call 732-638-5063 or visit our office located at: 149 Kearny Ave. Perth Amboy (Rear of Proprietary House).

HIV Support
PERTH AMBOY — Raritan Bay Medical Center is sponsoring an HIV support group meeting on Monday’s at 6 p.m. Anyone diagnosed with or caring for someone infected with HIV is welcome to attend.    Meetings  are  held  at  the hospital’s  Perth  Amboy Division, New Brunswick Avenue. To register or for more information, call (732) 324-5022.

Volunteer Firefighters Needed
PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Fire Department: Volunteer Division needs members. Accepting men and women ages 18 years or older.  Volunteers must be a Perth Amboy resident.  For more information please contact 732-442-3430 or 732-324-3505.

Kearny Cottage Open
PERTH AMBOY – Come visit the historic home of Commodore Lawrence Kearny. The Cottage is located at 63 Catalpa Ave, Perth Amboy, and is open on Mondays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and the last Sunday of the month from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. by appointment. The Kearny Cottage needs your help.  Anyone interested in joining the Kearny Cottage Historical Society please contact 732-293-1090.  We are on the web!   www.KearnyCottage.org

Do You or Someone You Know Have Old Photographs or Documents?
The Kearny Cottage Historical Society is looking for old photos and documents of Perth Amboy, South Amboy, Woodbridge, Fords, etc. (local area) for an archiving project. Your photos and documents will be scanned into digital format and returned to you. For more info please call 732-293-1090

Tea Room Open
PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House is now open every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for tea and tours.  The tea room has reopened, serving their usual delicious homemade cakes and assorted teas.  Hostesses Dot, Helen and Joanne are back to greet you.  A $7.00 donation includes both the tea and a tour of the mansion.  Although the house is still in the process of being restored, some rooms have been newly decorated, and we have acquired several pieces of antique furniture, including a 1700’s desk and game table. The gift shop is also opened. A visit to the tea room is the perfect way to spend a pleasant afternoon. Groups are welcome, although reservations are required for groups over six people.  The Proprietary House is located at 149 Kearny Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ. Tel: 732-826-5527. Email: Info@proprietaryhouse.org.

Connections Program Seeks Volunteers
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – The Connections Program of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen, a voluntary child to adult match program is seeking adult volunteers to provide a positive friend relationship to children and youth that has suffered a loss or has special needs.  These children reside in Middlesex County and Franklin Township and are in desperate need of a positive role model.  Adult Volunteers are being sought to make a difference in the lives of children and youth through one-to-one activities.   Any individual 18 years old or older, of any ethnic, religious or economic background, who is interested in making a positive impact on a child’s life is eligible to become an adult volunteer mentor.   All adult volunteers will be screened, receive training, staff support and other services as needed.   If you are interested in learning more about the Connections Mentoring Program, please contact Jeanette Cullen at (732) 738-1323.

Notice: Community Announcements or “Shorts”
The Amboy Guardian is committed to serving the community. However, due to the rising cost of print publication, we are forced to now charge a small fee for community announcements in our print version. We will provide one complimentary short paragraph or “short” per event. After your event “short” is published for one week, there will be a $5.00 fee per week charge for each additional “short” published pertaining  to that particular event. For those who pay for a display ad, there will be no fee for additional shorts pertaining to the event in the paid display ad. To our regular loyal advertisers who hold community events, your “short” announcements will remain complimentary. Effective 1/1/16. Thank you.
Carolyn Maxwell, Owner/Editor/Publisher
Katherine Massopust, Asst. Editor/Writer/Layout
The Amboy Guardian.

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We are taking safety precautions in the City of Perth Amboy, and emphasize that it is important: IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!!
Report Suspicious Activity – Be Vigilant – STAY ALERT! Do not think that any call or report is too small. Don’t allow the actions of a few dictate your quality of life.
FOR ALL EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 9-1-1
FOR ALL NON-EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 732-442-4400