Edison AARP Chapter 3446 Events
April 19: Paper Mill Playhouse – “The Sting”
April 24: Li Greci’s Staaten, Staten Island, NY – “Billion Dollar Trio” plus dancing and lunch – For information call Mary Ann at 732-287-3659
May 4: Hunterdon Hills – “Tapestry” Music of Carol King – Lunch and Show – For information call Rose at 732-738-8013
Various items for hospitals and nursing homes will be collected at the meeting, as well as canned food for MCFOOD. Be a guest at our meeting or visit our website at www.edisonaarp.org for additional information.
Ask the Rabbi
PERTH AMBOY/EDISON – On Wednesday April 11, Rabbi Sara Metz of Congregation Beth Mordecai of Perth Amboy will be at Menlo Park Mall food court (near Panera) at noon. Rabbi Metz will answer all questions asked and will also discuss current events and subjects of interest.
Student Art Showcase
PERTH AMBOY – Opening Reception on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Perth Amboy Center for the Arts. Featuring awesome artwork created by our awesome kids! They used art to express their feelings, foster hope and problem solve creatively! Perth Amboy Center for the Arts, 339 Reade St., Perth Amboy, NJ. Gallery hours M-F, 4-7 p.m. and by appointment. FREE and open to the public. Call 732-826-1690 x4305 for more information.
Dowdell Library April Events
SOUTH AMBOY – Experience Chinese Culture with Celebrate! The Year of the Dog event on Sunday, April 29 from 1:30-3:30 pm. Fun activities will be available for the whole family, starting at 1:30 pm sharp with a dazzling Lion Dance performed by students from the Edison Chinese School. A delightful traditional dance, fashion show, and music performance will follow. Art stations featuring Chinese painting, calligraphy and origami demonstrations will also be showcased. Attendees with food tickets will be treated to traditional Chinese refreshments at the conclusion of the program. Directions: www.dowdell.org
Celebrate National Library Week from April 9-14 with fun activities! Also, enter for a chance to win a gift basket simply by checking out materials when you stop in the library.
Olaf – Dowdell Library’s Book Buddy will return on Wednesday, April 11 from 3:30-4:30 pm. Please make him happy and read to him! Ages 0-100!
Join us for the Earth Day Party on Friday, April 20 from 3:30-4:30 pm. Plant a seed for Earth Day while learning about ways to help the environment.
Drop in for Preservation Day on Wednesday, April 25 from 11 am to 4 pm with your South Amboy photographs and documents to have us scan them for you. Help keep South Amboy history alive.
Learn how to make fast, fresh rice rolls and dipping sauce on Wednesday, April 25 from 11-11:30 am, just in time for Celebrate! Year of the Dog Celebration on Sunday, April 29 from 1:30-3:30 pm!
Take part in Children’s Book Day (El dia de los libros) April 30 from 3:30-4:30 pm. Come in for a craft and Bilingual Storytime as you listen to stories in Spanish/English!
Do you have knitting or crocheting questions? Stop by and enjoy working on your knitting projects while chatting with friends. Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. 6 – 8 pm.
To learn about upcoming library programs, sign up for the monthly eNewsletter at http://dowdell.org/newslettersignup.html
The Dowdell Library’s hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, and Saturday from 12 to 4 pm. For more information, please visit www.dowdell.org, or contact the Library at 732-721-6060 or comments@dowdell.org.
Bag Bingo: Michael Kors & Coach; Tricky Tray & Raffle & 50/50
PERTH AMBOY – St. John Paul II Parish: St. Stephen’s School, 500 State St., Perth Amboy. Friday, April 13, 2018. Doors open at 6 p.m. Kitchen will be open. Game Starts at 7:30 p.m. B.Y.O.B. $30pp. (12 bingo cards per game) Includes a ticket for door prizes. Complimentary coffee & cake. I.D. No. 387-1-39661; BL-1033; RL-4144; RL-4154. For more info call 732-826-1395 or 732-485-9367.
Smart Driver Course
SAYREVILLE – An AARP sponsored “A Smart Driver Course” will be held at the Sayreville Senior Center, 423 Main St on Friday, April 13 from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm. The cost is $15.00, for A.A.R.P. members and $20.00 for non-members. Payment is collected prior to the course in the form of CHECKS only made payable to “AARP”. Upon completion of the course, students receive a Certificate of Completion, which will entitle them to a 5% discount on the major portion of their automobile insurance premium for 3 years. Two points will be deducted from their Motor Vehicle record, if applicable. Pre-registration is required. This course is open only to those who have a New Jersey Driver’s License. To register, please call the Senior Center at 732-390-7058.
Pasta Dinner
SOUTH AMBOY – Come devour a plate of pasta and meatballs. Includes: salad, garlic bread, dessert, coffee, and tea. Friday, April 13, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the South Amboy Elks #784, 601 Washington Rd. Cost: $10pp. For more info call: 732-727-7170.
Book Sale
PERTH AMBOY – Pick up a book or two ($.50 for paperbacks/$1 for hard cover) or select a “bag of books” for a price of only $5. We are now accepting 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: April 14 & 28. 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 Book Dealers are welcome. !!!!
75th Anniversary of Troop 53, BSA
FORDS – Troop 53, BSA, Our Lady of Peace Church, Fords, NJ is Celebrating their 75th Anniversary on April 14, 2018. All Troop alumni is asked to join us in celebrating 75 years of service and rededicate to the future. For more information contact troop53fordsnj@gmail.com.
NJ Elks’ Bikers Rally to Benefit Brain Injured Children
OLD BRIDGE – The New Jersey Elks will be hosting the 15th annual Bikers Rally Across America for Brain Injured Children on Saturday, April 14, 2018. The event will take place at the Old Bridge Elks Lodge (67 Old Amboy Road in Old Bridge, NJ) from 1-6 p.m. The rally is open to the public with a donation of $20 per person, and everyone is invited to enjoy live bands, DJ, food, and beverages. All proceeds will be donated to the Sayreville B.I.C. camp for brain injured children and the Camp ROBIN therapeutic recreation program in Old Bridge. Stark & Stark, a full service local law firm, is a sponsor of the rally and will be presenting fun giveaways as well as addressing various legal topics for attendees.
Four bands featuring an array of musical styles will be on hand to provide entertainment: That Metal Band (hard rock & classic metal), Death Metallic (Metallica tribute), Junkyard Dogs (classic rock) and City Hicks (country). Escorted rides to the rally point will be leaving at Noon from Elks Lodges in South Amboy, Cranford, Bayonne, Manville, Brick, and Pompton Lakes.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/2JjPpfg
Women of the Moose Vendor Fair
PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Vendor Fair at the Perth Amboy Moose Lodge, April 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come buy all your favorite products! Vendors wanted: Please email Jndcarpenter420@gmail.com for further information.
The Renee J. Bradley Foundation for Domestic Violence Scholarship Luncheon and Launch
PERTH AMBOY – The official launch of the Renee J. Bradley Foundation for Domestic Violence will take place on Sunday, April 15, 2018. The launch will be from 2pm-6pm and hosted at the Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center in Perth Amboy, NJ. This event is created to introduce the foundation to the community of Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas. This foundation will work with the local community leaders, churches and organizations to help bring an end to domestic violence. The foundation believes that strength, compassion, love and education are four major unlocking relationship-changing, life-saving keys.
*Proceeds will go towards the Renee J. Bradley Foundation Scholarship Fund; Ticket Donation will include lunch and raffle ticket entry for door prize.
Mikell’s Plot at the Kearny Cottage
PERTH AMBOY – There will be a signing of Mikell’s Plot new CD and poster on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 2 p.m. at the Kearny Cottage, 63 Catalpa Ave., Perth Amboy. With the purchase of $10, you will receive a pair of complimentary tickets for Mikell’s Plot performing at the Starland Ballroom on Friday, June 22, 2018 at 7 p.m. Mikell’s Plot drummer, Eddie the Elf – who owns the second largest drum set in the world – and who was featured in the May 2018 Issue of Modern Drummer Magazine will be there as well. Also, local author Donald Gavron will be at the Cottage signing his books.
Celebrate! The Year of the Dog – Presented by the Edison Chinese School
SOUTH AMBOY – The Dowdell Library of South Amboy and the Edison Chinese School will hold a FREE event at the Dowdell Library on Sunday, April 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fun activities will be available for the whole family, so mark your calendar! The “Celebrate the Year of the Dog” event will begin at 1:30 p.m. sharp with a dazzling Lion Dance performed by students from the Edison Chinese School. A delightful traditional dance, fashion show, and orchestral performance will follow. Moreover, art stations featuring Chinese brush painting, calligraphy and origami demonstrations will be showcased with several DIY crafts for children and adults. Attendees with food tickets will be treated to traditional Chinese refreshments at the conclusion of the program.
The library is adjacent to the South Amboy High School on John T. O’Leary Blvd. Directions: www.dowdell.org Free parking. For more information, please contact the Dowdell Library at 732.721.6060 or comments@dowdell.org.
Drug Prevention Presentation
SAYREVILLE – The First Presbyterian Church of Sayreville is hosting a one-hour program presented by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey 15-Minute Child Break program. The public is invited to attend. We will be meeting at The First Presbyterian Church of Sayreville, 172 Main Street, Sayreville (across from Borough Hall) on April 19, 2018 at 7:00 pm. This is a one-hour multi-media presentation discussing the importance of the parent or caregiver’s role in substance abuse prevention; how to talk to children about drugs; signs of use and abuse to look for; current terminology; and trends of use. For more information contact: 732-257-6353.
Free Tree Seedlings for Sayreville Residents, Plus Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration & Park Cleanup
SAYREVILLE – Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. – 12 noon, Kennedy Park (rain or shine). Tree seedlings donated by New Jersey Tree Recovery Program. Hosted by the Sayreville Shade Tree Commission. Seedlings limited to five (5) per Sayreville resident. For more information contact Joyce Major at joyce.sayrevilleshadetree@gmail.com
Creative Art Contest for Sayreville Students
SAYREVILLE – April 27, 2018, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Sayreville Senior Center. Hosted by Sayreville Shade Tree Commission. Light refreshments will be served. We are looking for students to express what a tree means and represents to them. Whether a favorite tree, a memory involving a tree, the beauty of a tree, whatever the passion we want you to show us through art. We hope that this challenge inspires our youth to get involved and show just how amazing Sayreville really is.
Categories: Elementary (Grades K-5); Middle School (Grades 6-8); High School (Grades 9-12); Three Dimensional; Group Project (4 or more students). Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in all categories, except the Group Project. One winner will be selected for the Group Project.
Please notify the Shade Tree Commission by April 16 if you will participate or you need additional information at 732-814-9964, email: heather.sayrevilleshadetree@gmail.com or on Facebook:@sayrevilleshadetree
Amboy Bank Hosts NJ Senior Property Tax Freeze Workshops
OLD BRIDGE – As part of an ongoing commitment to assisting their communities, Amboy Bank has implemented a series of workshops to assist seniors applying for a New Jersey Senior Property Tax Freeze reimbursement. The Senior Tax Freeze program reimburses senior citizens for property tax increases. Amboy Bank has taken the initiative to host Senior Property Tax Freeze Workshops from April 17-27, where an Amboy banker will assist applicants with the necessary forms, answer questions, and review tax payment options. For specific dates and times, or for more information about the program, you can visit any Amboy Bank branch or call 877.222.6269.
Friends of Sayreville Public Library Events
SAYREVILLE – The Friends of the Sayreville Public Library present a BOOK SALE Saturday & Sunday, April 21 & 22, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. -Location: Sayreville Public Library, 1050 Washington Rd, Parlin.
A ReGifting SALE Saturday & Sunday, April 21 & 22, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Location: Sayreville Public Library.
A BUNCO NIGHT Thursday, April 26 6:30 p.m. – $10 donation-Location: Knights of Columbus 775 Washington Rd, Parlin.
Free Tree Seedlings for Sayreville Residents
Earth Day / Arbor Day Celebration & Park Cleanup
SAYREVILLE – Saturday, April 21, 9 a.m. – 12 noon, Kennedy Park (Rain or Shine). Tree Seedlings donated by: New Jersey Tree Recovery Program. Hosted by the Sayreville Shade Tree Commission. Seedlings limited to five (5) per Sayreville resident. For more information contact Joyce Major at joyce.sayrevilleshadetree@gmail.com
YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day
PERTH AMBOY—On Saturday, April 21, the Raritan Bay Area YMCA is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active at the annual YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day®, the Y’s national initiative to improve health and well-being for kids and families. Healthy Kids Day is an opportunity to ignite children’s imaginations so that they can imagine what they’ll accomplish this summer. The day-long event features activities to motivate and teach families how to develop and maintain healthy routines at home throughout the summer months. The Raritan Bay Area YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day takes place at 357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy NJ from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and features fun, active play, educational activities and giveaways. Healthy Kids Day encourages youth and families to awaken summer imagination and this cannot be done without proper nutrition. For more information, contact James Castillo at 732.442.3632 or visit www.rbaymca.org.
Meet the Author: Geoffrey Cook
PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library are happy to host Geoffrey Cook on Saturday, April 21 at 1:00 p.m. in the Children’s Room of the Perth Amboy Library located at 196 Jefferson St.
Geoffrey’s book, Veronica and the Volcano, is an exciting adventure story. Ten-year old Veronica lives in a high-tech, gadget-filled house on the slope of an active volcano. When she leaves on a quest to find rare white volcanic pearls, she leads everyone into a series of incredible adventures.The book is geared for grades 4-6, with educational elements. It is designed to stir young readers’ interest in science while entertaining them.
Books will be available for purchase. For more information on Geoffrey, visit his website at www.geoffreycook.com
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For information, contact the Friends at (201) 381-1903, e-mail at friendsofperthamboylibrary@gmail.com, visit their website at folperthamboy.com or find them on Facebook.
The Friends 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.
Jammin for Jaclyn
SAYREVILLE – The 5th Annual Jammin for Jaclyn Benefit Concert will be held on April 21, 2018. 100% of the proceeds will go to Katya Hernandez and Chris Szatkowski, both fighting Cancer. Take note of our new LARGER Venue, Knights of Columbus in Sayreville 775 Washington Road, Sayreville. Wheel Chair accessible and more parking. Please join us for an Endless Hot and Cold Buffet and Continuous Live Bands. $25/pp Adults Only Please. Cancer does not discriminate. Anyone can be struck at any time, please help. Contact Denise Morgan at 732-525-9536 or email jamminforjaclyn@gmail.com for further information. If you would like to donate prior to the event, checks can be made to RJC Charities Inc. Mail to 292 Stevens Avenue South Amboy NJ 08879.
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A.C. Bus Trip – St. John Paul II Seniors
PERTH AMBOY – A trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City will be held on Wed. April 25, 2018. Cost $35 pp.; $25 back in slot play. Bus will depart from behind St. Stephens Church parking lot on Mechanic Street at 9:30 a.m. Call Bobbi to reserve a seat: 732-636-2867.
Creative Art Contest for Sayreville Students
SAYREVILLE – April 27, 2018, hosted by: Sayreville Shade Tree Commission at: Sayreville Senior Center from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Light refreshments will be served We are looking for students to express what a tree means and represents to them. Whether a favorite tree, a memory involving a tree, the beauty of a tree, whatever the passion we want you to show us through art. We hope that this challenge inspires our youth to get involved and show just how amazing Sayreville really is.
Categories: Elementary (Grades K-5); Middle School (Grades 6-8); High School (Grades 9-12); Three Dimensional; Group Project (4 or more students). Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in all categories, except the Group Project. One winner will be selected for the Group Project.
Please notify the Shade Tree Commission by April 16th if you will participate or you need additional information at: Phone: 732-814-9964; Email: heather.sayrevilleshadetree@gmail.com; Facebook:@sayrevilleshadetree
Tooling Around the Township
WOODBRIDGE – Tooling Around the Township is a program that organizes teams of local community volunteers to make repairs to the homes of senior citizens, disabled, and low-income residents unable to do so themselves or residents presently facing a financial hardship.
You and/or organization or business can play an important role in this annual community effort by volunteering a few hours of your time on Tooling day or by donating materials/supplies. Tooling Around the Township is Saturday, April 28. We Need: Volunteers – both skilled and unskilled. (Please complete VOLUNTEER Form on website)
Sponsors/Donations – you can support this project monetarily, by employee volunteers and/or donation of materials such as paint brushes, roofing materials, etc. (Please complete Sponsors/Donations Form on website.)
If you or someone you know fits the program criteria stated above and could use the help of this program or would like to volunteer, donate or be a sponsor, please call 732-602-6015. More information can be found on the Township’s website www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us or by emailing tooling@twp.woodbridge.nj.us
Scholarships Available – Apply by May 1
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omega Mu Zeta Chapter of Middlesex County is now accepting applications from qualified High School Students living in Middlesex County, for one of five general scholarship awards to be used towards tuition, books, and supplies. Download the application fromwww.omegamuzeta.com. Requirements are as follows: minimum grade point average of (GPA) of 2.5, and demonstrate leadership through extra-curricular activities and community service. All scholarship winners must attend the Zeta Youth Rocks Awards Ceremony on Saturday, June 18, 2018.
The completed application along with required documents must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, May 1, 2018, to: Scholarship Committee Chairperson c/o Trina Goodwin, 149 George Street, Plainfield, NJ 07062. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Trina Goodwin at goodwintrina@hotmail.com
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, May 3, 2018. Bus leaves 12 noon from the Perth Amboy Knights of Columbus, High Street, Perth Amboy. Cost $30 per person. Receive $30 back in slot dollars. For more info call Joe at 732-826-0819.
Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation Reception (previously Harbor Lights Ball) to be held on May 11
PERTH AMBOY – Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation is pleased to invite the community to attend the Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation Reception on Friday, May 11, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Grand Marquis in Old Bridge. Formerly known as the Harbor Lights Ball, the new format features cocktail-style flow, no formal table assignments, a delicious menu with an array of hors d’oeuvres and stations, music and dancing, 50/50 raffle and black tie optional attire. This premier fundraising event will benefit enhanced emergency services at Raritan Bay Medical Center – Old Bridge.
For more information on how to support the Raritan Bay Medical Center Reception, or to receive a formal invitation, contact executive director of Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation, Linda Hill, PharmD, at 732-324-5374 or email linda.hill@hackensackmeridian.org. Online registration is also available at HackensackMeridianHealth.org/RBMCReception.
A.C. Bus Trip–Holy Rosary Seniors
HOPELAWN – The Holy Rosary Seniors are sponsoring a trip to the Golden Nugget Casino A.C. Thursday, June 5, 2018. Bus leaves 9:00 a.m. from church parking lot. Cost $30. $20 back in play; $5 food voucher. Any questions: call Ronnie at 732-442-5252.
Save Money. Get Your Taxes Done for Free!
PERTH AMBOY – You can get your taxes done for free by IRS-certified volunteers at locations throughout the community. Income up to $65,000 in 2017. Save up to $300. The free tax sites also help eligible taxpayers claim important tax credits and refunds. Over $2,3000,000 in 2017! Some of the credits include:
• The Earned Income Tax Credit • Premium Tax Credit • Child/Childcare Credit
Get your tax return prepared at these locations; Call to schedule an appointment:
Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center, 1 Olive St., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 – 732-826-1690;
Perth Amboy Public Library, 196 Jefferson St., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 – 732-826-2600;
Hansen Building, 415 Fayette St. Perth Amboy, NJ 08861; Feb. 20, 22 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 732-442-0384;
Jewish Renaissance Foundation, 149 Kearny Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 732-324-2114, ext. 1111
Scholarships Available
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omega Mu Zeta Chapter of Middlesex County is now accepting applications from qualified High School Students living in Middlesex County, for one of five general scholarship awards to be used towards tuition, books, and supplies. Download the application fromwww.omegamuzeta.com. Requirements are as follows: minimum grade point average of (GPA) of 2.5, and demonstrate leadership through extra-curricular activities and community service. All scholarship winners must attend the Zeta Youth Rocks Awards Ceremony on Saturday, June 18, 2018. The completed application along with required documents must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, May 1, 2018, to: Scholarship Committee Chairperson c/o Trina Goodwin, 149 George Street, Plainfield, NJ 07062. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Trina Goodwin at goodwintrina@hotmail.com.
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Perth Amboy Free Public Library Offers Home-bound Delivery Service
PERTH AMBOY – If you can’t make it to the library, the library can come to you! The Home-Bound Program is a resource delivery service offered to all Perth Amboy residents who are temporarily or permanently confined to their homes because of illness, age or physical disability. Care facilities and nursing homes are also welcome to take advantage of this program. The service is absolutely free to join and use! Residents who do not currently have a library card will be issued one after successful sign-up of the home-bound application. To sign up for service call the library at 732-826-2600.
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.or
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.
Historic Surveyor General’s Office
PERTH AMBOY – The Historic Surveyor General’s Office, which is adjacent to Perth Amboy City Hall, is now open for tours. At one time, this structure was the meeting place of the East Jersey Board of Proprietors & housed their records. Presently the Surveyor General’s Office is displaying artifacts from the John Watson (1685-1768) archaeological site along with other items from Perth Amboy’s rich history. Perth Amboy history DVDs are also available. Free tours are available Mondays & Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Clubs, classrooms & groups are welcome. Come & view this newly restored building! For more information call William Kurzenberger: 732-826-0290 ext. 4862
DVRT Seeks Volunteers
PERTH AMBOY – The Domestic Violence Response Team is looking for volunteers. 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.
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.
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.
Bingo
SAYREVILLE – Feeling Lucky? Come enjoy a fun evening of coach bingo on Friday, February 9, 2018, for the second annual Middlesex County Association of Chiefs of Police coach bingo/tricky tray at St. Stanislaus School, 221 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Cost is $30 per person which includes 12 games of bingo (3 boards per game), coffee, tea, and dessert. There will also be a 50/50. All guests are invited to bring their own food and refreshments. For tickets please call Gina at 732-432-8361 or Joanne 732-254-1781. See you there!!
Christ Church of South Amboy Thrift Store and Services
SOUTH AMBOY – 1. Our Thrift Store is open: Tuesday 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 – 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.
