Cruise Nights on Broadway
SOUTH AMBOY – Come join DJ Richie the flash and crew for great cruise nights the third Wednesday of every month from June to October from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music from the ‘50’s to the ‘80’s. Trophies will be awarded – Bring the Family! For additional info please contact carshowsRus@gmail.com or Mike Toth at moth1@optonline.net or 908-930-3497. Sponsored by the City of South Amboy.
Raritan Bay Cruisers Car Show
WOODBRIDGE- Tuesdays from May 16 – Sept. 26 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Pizza Hut, Rte. 9, Woodbridge (Wal-Mart Parking Lot). Weather Permitting. Rock & Roll Music, Trophies, Kids Games, and Just Family Fun. For more info about Cruise Night Call 1-732-407-2396.
Best Summer Ever at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA
PERTH AMBOY – School is nearly out, and while kids typically burst into summer with a zealous energy, most parents can tell you it doesn’t take long for summer boredom to set in.
But boredom is banished at the RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA, where children can have their best summer ever thanks to a variety of programs and activities that stimulate both mind and body. “Children need an outlet to play and learn throughout the summer,” says Steve Jobin, President and CEO of the Y. “From summer day camp to swim lessons, the Y supports all children in the community and helps them discover their potential.”
The RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA in partnership with the Puerto Rican Association for Human Development Inc. provide a safe, affordable, and fun day camp for preschool, elementary school, and middle school youth. The camp experience is one of wonder and exploration. Camp is packed with activities that fill summer days and offer independence and adventure. At camp, kids live and learn the values of caring, honesty, faith, respect and responsibility.
Camp at the Y provides kids with adventure, healthy fun, personal growth and friendships that can take a so-so summer and turn it into a memory that lasts a lifetime. The Y’s camps provide a welcoming environment for kids where they can belong, build relationships, develop character and discover their potential.
To learn more, visit us at 357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy or contact us at 732.442.3632.
Book Sale
PERTH AMBOY – 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. Presently due to lack of shelf space we are NOT accepting any donations of books.
Visit us at the Brighton Ave. Community Center located at the corner of Brighton Ave. and Sadowski Pkwy. in Perth Amboy. The schedule is as follows: Saturdays June 10 & June 24. We will be there from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. (weather permitting). For more info, e-mail us at friendsofperthamboylibrary@gmail.com. Book Dealers are welcome. !!!!
Festa Di San Antonio
FESTA DI SAN ANTONIO on Saturday, June 10, 12 to 7 p.m. Italian food and desserts available (eat in/take out). Raffles and activities for kids. Please bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the parish food pantry. Good Shepherd Parish at Most Holy Rosary Church, 625 Florida Grove Rd., Hopelawn, NJ. Msgr. Gambino Hall – Elevator Service Available. Call 732-826-4859 for more information.
Flea Market
EDISON – Our Lady of Peace Church is having their Parish Flea Market on Saturday, June 10 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the OLP Parish Center, Franklin Ave & Amboy Ave in Edison. **If you are interested in being a vendor, call or text Michael at 732-221-0976 or e-mail him at mchundak@gmail.com.
YarnPlay Knit in Public (KIP) Day at Woodbridge Public Library
WOODBRIDGE – YarnPlay presents KIP Day (Knit in Public) Date: June 10. Time: 9:30 – 4:30 at the Woodbridge Main Library, 1 George Frederick Plaza, Woodbridge, NJ. Share your time with other knitters! Please bring your chair and work in progress. Please note that if it rains this event will be moved inside the Main Library.
World Wide Knit in Public Day was started in 2005 by Danielle Landes. It began as a way for knitters to come together and enjoy each other’s company. Knitting is such a solitary act that it’s easy to knit alone somewhere and sink into your work without thinking about all the other knitters out there. Neighbors could spend all their lives never knowing that the other knits. This a specific day to get out of your house and go to a local event (with your knitting in tow) just for you and people like you. Who knows you might even bump into your neighbor! Consider this a spark, to ignite a fire; getting all of the closeted knitters out into fresh air.
For more information, please see http://www.wwkipday.com/yarnplay-knit-library/
Arrest of The Royal Governor & Outwater’s Militia Encampment
PERTH AMBOY – The annual re-enactment of the Arrest of Royal Governor William Franklin and Outwater’s Militia Encampment will take place at the Proprietary House, 149 Kearny Ave., Perth Amboy on Sunday, June 11, 2017. The Governor’s Arrest Performance: 1 p.m.; Militia Encampment Tours: 12 Noon to 4 p.m.; Militia Living History Demonstrations: 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. Following the Governor’s Arrest Performance – FREE Tours of the Museum – Light Refreshments – Gift Shop. For more information, call 732-826-5527 or email: info@thepropietaryhouse.org FREE Admission.
A.C. Bus Trip – Fellowship Circle of the Hungarian Reformed Church
PERTH AMBOY – Atlantic City Bus Trip to the Tropicana Casino on Sunday, June 11. Sponsored by the Fellowship Circle of the Hungarian Reformed Church, 331 Kirkland Place, Perth Amboy, NJ. Bus leaves the church at 12:00 Noon – 6 hour stay at Casino from when we arrive in AC. Cost: $30.00 per person ($25 slot play). Bagged lunch provided. To reserve a seat call: 732-261-8726.
20th and Final Drawing of Franklin D. English Scholarship
Press Release
SOUTH AMBOY – A $1000.00 Scholarship will be awarded by lottery to a South Amboy resident graduating in June 2017. Interested High School seniors can register for the drawing by mailing a copy of their acceptance from an institute of higher learning, College, or Technical Institute to the address below.
Please submit your acceptance letter by June 13, 2017.
The drawing will be held on June 15, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at The Dowdell Library. All applicants are welcome to witness the drawing. Past members of the South Amboy Lions Club are also Invited to attend the drawing.
Franklin D. English Scholarship
c/o Robert P. Pawlik
511 Augusta Street
South Amboy, NJ 08879
Alzheimer’s Education Event
PERTH AMBOY- Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center is having an Alzheimer’s education event Wednesday, June 14, 7:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, Room 16, 357 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861. Learn the signs, symptoms, prevention, treatment and caregiver resources for Alzheimer. Registration required, call 1-800-DOCTORS.
Acts of the Apostles Bible Study
PERTH AMBOY – Monday, June 12 at 7 p.m. or Wednesday, June 14 at 10 a.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 183 Rector Street, Perth Amboy. More information call 732-826-1594. Free event.
Come Sail Aboard the Tall Ship AJ Meerwald
PERTH AMBOY – New Jersey’s official Tall Ship will be calling Perth Amboy home from June 12 – June 18. “Come aboard we will be expecting you!” Evening Sails: June 12 – June 18: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Ticket Prices: $45 adult/$40 senior/$22 child; Saturday Family Sails: June 17 Morning: 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Ticket Prices: $25 adult/$20 senior/$12 child June 18; Afternoon: 1:30 p.m.- 4 p.m. Ticket Price: $35 adult/$30 senior/$25 child. Father’s Day Breakfast Sail: Sunday June 18: 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Ticket Prices $50 adult/$45 senior/$25 child. Location: Harborside Marina Perth Amboy, 2608 Front Street. Private sails and charters available! For information and ticket sales: 856-785-2060 or bayshorecenter.org
Mets Trip
WOODBRIDGE – Come and join the Woodbridge Township Recreation Department on a trip to Citi Field for the New York Mets vs. The Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Bus leaves the Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St., Woodbridge at 4 p.m. Game starts at 7 p.m. Fee: $65 – includes bus and Hall of Famer Mookie Wilson Replica road jersey. There are no refunds given once payment is received. Space is limited and is on a first come, first serve basis. To register for trip, stop by the WCC. For further information call 732-596-4048. If the game is rained out there will not be another bus trip. Your tickets will become rain vouchers.
Alzheimer’s Education Event
PERTH AMBOY- Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center is having an Alzheimer’s education event Wednesday, June 14, 7:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, Room 16, 357 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861. Learn the signs, symptoms, prevention, treatment and caregiver resources for Alzheimer. Registration required, call 1-800-DOCTORS.
Maternity Tour and Family Health Information Open House
PERTH AMBOY – Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center, monthly tour of Check out our Cribs: Maternity Tour and Family Health information open house will be held Wednesday, June 14, at 7:00 p.m. Newly expectant parents are invited to tour and learn about the maternity unit’s modern comforts, designed to provide a calm and relaxing birthing experience. Participants are asked to meet in the main lobby of Raritan Bay – Perth Amboy, 530 New Brunswick Ave. Registration required, call 1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677) and reference zip code 08861.
DVRT Seeks Volunteers
PERTH AMBOY – The Domestic Violence Response Team is looking for volunteers. Open Registration Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, contact: Detective Liza Capo, Perth Amboy Police Department at: 732-324-3815 or DVRT Coordinator Damaris Ramirez at 732-500-5758 or Pastor Bernadette Lopez at 732-213-1537. Pick up an application at the Perth Amboy Police Department.
Movies @ Main: Denzel Washington
WOODBRIDGE – The Woodbridge Main Library will present a late Spring/early Summer Film Series, scheduled each Friday at 2 p.m., that will spotlight the diverse and award-winning roles of Denzel Washington. On June 16 we will watch The Manchurian Candidate, an updated version of the classic 1962 political thriller with Denzel Washington, Meryl Streep, Live Schreiber, and Jon Voight. Fences, based on August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, directed by and starring Denzel Washington will be shown on June 23.
These films are free and no registration is required. Our films are sponsored by the Friends of the Libraries of Woodbridge Township. Light refreshments are provided by the Woodbridge Library Foundation. The Woodbridge Public Library is located at 1 George Frederick Plaza, Woodbridge, NJ.
Raffle
PERTH AMBOY – Saint John Paul II Parish Raffle, 490 State St., Perth Amboy NJ; Tickets $20 Each.
1st Prize – 2017 Honda Civic
2nd Prize – Flat Screen TV 65” – Donated by Toshiba
3rd Prize – Laptop, 15” 8GB – Donated by Zevallos/Skrocki Home for Funerals
4th Prize – Portable Electric Generator – Donated by United Poles Federal Credit Union
5th Prize – Apple Watch – Donated by St. John Paul II Parish “Señor de los Milagros”
6th Prize – Apple IPad, Air 2, 9.7 inch/16GB – Donated by Julio’s Auto Repair
7th Prize – $300.00 Gift Card – Donated by Flynn & Sons Funeral Home
8th Prize – Snow Removal – Donated by Petra Best Realty
9th Prize – Canon Digital Camera EF-S 18-55MM f/3.5-5.6 IS, – Donated by Quisqueya Restaurant
10th Prize – X Box One 500GB – Donated by K&K Project
TO BE DRAWN Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at Saint Stephen’s School Auditorium.
No substitutions of the offered prizes may be made. No cash will be given in lieu of the prize. Must be 18 YRS. or older to participate. Winner need not be present. Winner is responsible for all federal and state tax. All proceeds will benefit Saint John Paul II Parish.
I.D. No. 387-1-39661; RL – 4091
Book Fair Fundraiser
Press Release
PERTH AMBOY/EDISON – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library are teaming up once again with Barnes & Noble of Menlo Park for a day of fundraising on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Story times for this event start at 11:30am and will continue throughout the day. Student artwork from Perth Amboy High School will be on display. Books from the Perth Amboy Schools Summer Reading List will be available for purchase. Stop by and have a Friend gift wrap your Father’s Day purchases.
A percentage of net sales will go to the Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library. You must present a valid book fair voucher or mention participation in the book fair at the register prior to making your purchase. Vouchers will be available in-store or by contacting the Friends at friendsofperthamboylibrary@gmail.com.
If you cannot make it to the store, visit BN.COM/bookfairs
from June 17 to June 22 by entering Bookfair ID 12153086 at checkout.
The Friends of the Perth Amboy Library encourage the love of reading and independent learning, play a role in community involvement, sponsor special programs, raise funds for special projects, equipment and materials in excess of the general Library budget.
Barnes & Noble is located at 419 Menlo Park Mall in Edison. The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Mother’s Guild Tricky Tray
PERTH AMBOY – Sunday, June 18. Doors open at 3 p.m. auction starts at 5p.m. Admission $5 per person, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 183 Rector Street, Perth Amboy.
Bus Trip – Holy Rosary Seniors
HOPELAWN – Holy Rosary Seniors sponsoring a bus trip to Mount Airy Casino on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. Includes a 3:30 p.m. show, “The Music of Mamma Mia,” lunch buffet, $10 slot play and bus. Cost is $70 a person. Bus leaves church parking lot at 10:00 am. For more details please call Ronnie 732-442-5252.
Edison AARP Ch. 3446
Chapter 3446 will meet on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 11:30 am. The meeting will be held at The Pines Manor on Rte. 27 in Edison, and will feature the annual installation of officers for the coming year, as well as a presentation of the “Community Service Award” to a deserving member for outstanding service to AARP and the community. Following the ceremonies, a deli buffet will be served, along with a musical performance from instrumentalist Bill Herring.
Upcoming Events:
June 23: AARP Driver Safety Program – For information, call Bob at 732-885-1789.
Sept. 15: Li Grecis, Staten Island, NY – For reservations, call Mary Ann at 732-287-3659.
Oct.17: Lakeside Manor, Hazlet, NJ – For reservations, call Mary Ann at 732-287-3659.
For additional information on the chapter or upcoming events, visit our website at www.edisonaarp.org.
St. Stan’s Carnival 2017
Press Release
SAYREVILLE – St. Stan’s Annual Carnival will be held at the parish carnival grounds on Main St. & MacArthur Ave. in Sayreville. Dates are Wed, June 21 & Thu, June 22 from 6-10 pm and Fri, June 23 & Sat, June 24 from 5-11 pm. (June 21 – June 24)
There will be at least 14 rides for kiddies through adults. Pre-sale ride tickets and Super 50/50 raffle tickets will be sold prior to the carnival at the following locations: Sat., June 3 behind Sayreville Boro Hall 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sat., June 10 in front of St. Stan’s School at the Knights of Columbus Flag Day Ceremony from 10-11:30 a.m.; Fri., June 16 in front of Sayreville Seafood & Deli, 141 Main St., from 4-7 p.m.; Sat. June 17, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. in front of St. Stan’s School; before Bingo at St. Stan’s School from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thurdays, June 1, 8 & 15; before Bingo at St. Stan’s School from 12-1:30 p.m. on Sundays, June 4, 11 & 18 and at the parish office (Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Tues. evenings, 6-9 p.m.). Tickets are available in the church lobby before and after all Sun Masses.
The Carnival will feature games of chance with fabulous prizes for all ages. Some of the games – Las Vegas “Money” Wheel for adults; nightly 50/50s, our Super 50/50 and a special eight grade parent’s fundraiser.
FOOD: Fabulous food tent, featuring a wide variety of Polish-ethnic and American homemade foods, including a mouth-watering seafood area; Spezzi’s Main Street Cafe; B&T’s Barbecue Ribs; Friday fish fry; scrumptious desserts and our beer garden, featuring domestic and imported beers, along with wine.
ENTERTAINMENT: Wed., June 21 – Thunder 106.3 FM Country Radio Station from 6-8 p.m. followed by Magic 98.3 Radio Station from 8-10 p.m.; Thur., June 22 – DJ Bob Cherney from 6-8 p.m.; 8 – band to be announced. Fri., June 23 – “Alumni Night”, East Brunswick School of Rock, live music from 6-8 p.m. followed by All in One, live music from 8-11 p.m.; Sat., June 24 – Time After Time, live music from 6-8 p.m. followed by The FOG, live music from 8-11 p.m.
Ukrainian Cultural Festival
PERTH AMBOY – The 5th Annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 12 noon to 9:00 p.m. on the parish grounds of Assumption Catholic Church at 686 Alta Vista Pl, Perth Amboy, NJ. The festival will feature church tours, entertainment, dance shows of traditional Ukrainian dances at 2:00 and 4:00 pm, money and baskets raffles, vendors, traditional Ukrainian food/beer and delicious desserts. The live music band, “Anna Maria Entertainment” will play outdoors from 5-9 p.m. Admission to the festival is FREE. For more information, call 732-826-0767 or visit us atwww.assumptioncatholicchurch.net.
City-Wide Yard Sale
SOUTH AMBOY – All South Amboy Residents can participate at no cost just by displaying balloons at their home to alert shoppers! No Registration Necessary! Please contact events@southamboynj.gov Or Jaclyn Kelly at 732-525-5965 with any questions. Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Yard Sale
SOUTH AMBOY – Sacred Heart Church on 531 Washington Ave. South Amboy is having a big yard sale in conjunction with the South Amboy City-Wide Yard Sale on Saturday June 24, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain or Shine. Household and kitchen items, lamps, framed pictures, purses, toys, baby items, books, CD’s video games, sports equipment will be accepted. Donations will be taken on the following days before and after all Masses: June 3 & 4, June 10 & 11, June 17 & 18. Donations can be dropped off at Memorial Hall. Clothing, shoes, bedding, food, and furniture WILL NOT be accepted, Volunteers will be needed to set up, clean up, and man the tables. For more information, call the Parish Office at 732-721-0040.
K of C 100th Anniversary Dinner
SOUTH AMBOY – On Sunday, June 25, Msgr. John F. Brady Assembly 676 Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus celebrate their 100th anniversary with a 12 Noon Mass at Sacred Heart Church followed by dinner at 2 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus 308 Fourth St. South Amboy. Cost of dinner is $30. Reservation deadline is June 9, 2017. For more information, call Les at 732-721-0812.
A.C. Bus Trip – St. John Paul II Seniors
PERTH AMBOY – There is a Trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. The next trip will be held on Wed. June 28, 2017. 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 to reserve a seat: 732-636-2867.
Book Sale
WOODBRIDGE – The Robert E. Lee CWRT and Research Center will be having a book sale on Saturday, July 1. Dozens of top quality books will be priced to sell. Some topics available will be personalities, battles, medicine and weapons, just to name a few. The library is located in the Mercatili Building on 94 Green Street in Woodbridge. Enter through the side doors which are off the driveway, and look for room 104. The sale will run from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Looking forward to seeing you! Stop by, peruse, chat and while you’re there, enjoy our light refreshments.
Live Music
PERTH AMBOY – Live Music every Saturday night at 8 p.m. at Al Cibelli’s Night Club, 1096 Convery Blvd., Perth Amboy. Dark Harvest – July 1; Mikell’s Plot – July 15. Music in the downstairs lounge. Must be 21 to enter and drink. Extra parking across the street.
Independence Day Celebration 2017 – Celebrate Our Stars and Stripes
PERTH AMBOY − Spectacular sights and sounds will fill the evening sky over Perth Amboy’s waterfront as the “City by the Bay” is going to present New Jersey’s most extraordinary fireworks display during its 2017 Independence Day celebration. The fireworks display is one of the many special events, cultural activities and programs for business that Perth Amboy Business Improvement District (BID) is presenting this year.
Perth Amboy and South Amboy are jointly staging the fireworks, which are renowned for their size, scope and sound, on Monday, July 3. The theme is “Americana,” and the event includes a slate of pre-show family activities, as well as a magnificent musical program that is simulcast by WMAQ-FM during the fireworks.
The fireworks extravaganza and preliminary events are free and open to the community and their guests. Visitors are invited and there is room for all. The program’s expenses are paid with funds raised from generous individual contributions and sponsorships from corporations, and small businesses as well as nonprofits. Companies and individual can make a donation to the fireworks at Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes, which raises funds, plans and helps present the event. Many groups and individuals volunteer their time to help the BID make these programs and events a worthwhile. Generous support is provided by Perth Amboy’s municipal departments and local schools and such key groups as PARTNER, Horizon, Jewish Renaissance Foundation and NJSHCC.
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, July 6, 2017. 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.
Sweet Sounds of Summer
FREE Concerts by the Bay. Enjoy the Garden State Symphonic Band, directed by Chris Pederson. A Perth Amboy Tradition. Celebrating our 110 years. Every Sunday from 3-5 p.m., July 9-August 27. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs.
Directions: NJ Route 35 to Smith Street. East to waterfront. Then right one block to Bayview Park. In case of rain, concerts will be held at the McGinnis School on State Street between Smith & Market Streets. A Perth Amboy Tradition.
Kearny Cottage Historical Association Berry Festival
Saturday, July 15. Flea Market – $10 per space (Bring Your Own Table). Civil War Re-enactors. Black Powder Demonstration. Berry Refreshments Available. Rain Date, July 22.
Frog Hollow 5K Run & Health Walk
SOUTH AMBOY – Frog Hollow Swim and Tennis Club’s 40th annual 5K Run and Health Walk will be held Sunday, Sept. 10. 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 + $3.25 sign-up fee. Registration ends Sept. 8, at 11:59 p.m. For more information or to download a registration form, go to www.froghollowswim.com.
Stories From Perth Amboy
PERTH AMBOY – Stories From Perth Amboy by Katherine Massopust is available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front St., Perth Amboy or in Fertig’s Uniform Store, 195 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy For more info call Katherine at 732-261-2610 or call the Barge at 732-442-3000 – or Fertig’s at 732-442-1079 – A Great Gift! Get it now along with Then & Now: Perth Amboy!
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
Proprietary House Open
PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House, the last official Royal Governor’s residence still standing in the original 13 colonies, is open every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., for tea and tours. Tea is served in our atmospheric candle-lit wine cellar, and includes our delicious homemade desserts and assorted teas. A $10 donation, $5 for children under 12, covers both the tea and a mansion.
Although the house is still in the process of being restored, some rooms have been newly decorated. Go back in time and learn about William Franklin and other residents of the house. It’s a perfect way to spend a pleasant afternoon. The gift shop is also open.
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 E-mail: info@proprietaryhouse.org. Follow us on our website, www.theproprietaryhouse.org and or/Facebook.
$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.
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 Mondays 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.
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
Volunteer Drivers Needed For Meals on Wheels Program
HIGHLAND PARK – Jewish Family Services of Middlesex County (JFS) is in need of volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound senior adults in the Highland Park area for the Kosher Meals on Wheels Program. The program delivers meals Monday – Friday mornings. A commitment of at least 2 days per month for regular volunteers is required. Also seeking substitute drivers who can fill in as needed throughout Middlesex County. Must have valid driver’s license. Please contact the JFS Volunteer Coordinator for more detailed information at 732-777-1940 or visit www.jfsmiddlesex.org under the Volunteer Tab.
Become A Member of the South Amboy First Aid & Safety Squad
SOUTH AMBOY – Serve the Emergency Medical Needs of Your Community! A Unit of A.R.C. If you are at least 16 years old and have a few available hours in your day each week to give to others, contact us at Southamboyfirstaid.org or call (732) 721-1005. South Amboy First Aid Squad serves our residents 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days-a -year. The squad is an independently run private organization, completely staffed by dedicated volunteers and supported by tax-deductible donations. Join your fellow residents with service to our community. Neighbors Helping Neighbors! All training courtesy of the South Amboy First Aid Squad. See how a little bit of your time can benefit so many. Become A Volunteer Member Now! South Amboy First Aid Squad – PO Box 328 – South Amboy, NJ 08879.
Exploring Law Enforcement
NEW JERSEY – Get your hands on the challenging field of Law Enforcement. Law Enforcement Exploring offers young men and women ages 15-20 the chance to experience law enforcement career opportunities. For information about scouting contact Will C. Adams Office# – 973-765-9322 ext. 234; Cell# – 732-540-5936 or email: will.adams@scouting.org Join Now!
Bingo
PERTH AMBOY – Magyar (Hungarian) Reformed Church Hall, 347 Kirkland Place, Perth Amboy (Shuttle service from church parking lot on Wilson Street from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.) $1,000 BINGO on Mondays. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m. Kitchen will be open. For more info: Call 732-442-7799 or 732-261-8726.
Sayreville/South Amboy Police Auxiliary Members Wanted
SOUTH AMBOY/SAYREVILLE – Attention South Amboy / Sayreville Residents: The Sayreville Police Auxiliary is seeking new members to join its volunteer force. If you are interested in a future in law enforcement and have a desire to serve your community, this is a great opportunity! Interested applicants must be 18 years of age or older, be able to pass a criminal background check and possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license. Interested applicants can download an application from: www.sayrevillepoliceaux.org
Bingo
SAYREVILLE – FEELING LUCKY! Get out of the house and off the couch – come enjoy an evening or afternoon playing Bingo. St. Stan’s Parish, 225 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville – has Bingo each Thursday evening, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and games beginning at 7:30 p.m. We also have Sunday afternoon Bingo each week, with doors opening at 12 Noon and games beginning at 1:30 p.m. Our kitchen is open for great homemade lunch and dinner specials along with a nice selection of snacks to munch on. Please call our Parish Office at (732) 254-0212 for more info. See you there!
Christ Church of South Amboy Thrift Store and Services
SOUTH AMBOY – 1. Our Thrift Store is open: Tuesday, 12 p.m. until 3 p.,. and Thursday, 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. All are welcome to shop.
2. Please join us for Mass and Fellowship on: Saturday, Service at 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, Service at 9:00 a.m. Fellowship follows our 9:00 a.m. Mass. Christ Church is located at 257 Fourth Street, South Amboy. The entrance for parking is on Main Street.
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.
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.
