Free Health Services
The County of Union, NJ announces the expansion of its Prescription Drug Discount Purchasing Program to include any county resident. Residents may call 1-800-733-8546 for more information.
New Jersey Medical School of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ is offering FREE Mammograms and Exams for women ages 40-64, who have no health insurance, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. For more information call 973-972-7007.
Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center offers FREE Mammograms and Exams to women ages 50 to 64, who have inadequate health insurance. Call Marge at 908-237-5409 for more information.
The Radiological Society of North America (RONA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR) offers a patient education web site with information about radiology tests and treatment. Visit www.RadiologyInfo.org
MedicAlert Foundation offers free information on MEDIC ALERT bracelets and necklaces. Call 800-IDALERT or visit www.medicalert.org
The New Jersey HIV/AIDS hotline is now available 24-hours a day, everyday to answer general questions concerning HIV/AIDS. If you have questions, help is just a phone call away at 1-800-624-2377.
The New Jersey Poison Control Center has specially trained personnel available, toll-free to assist you 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. For free phone stickers, magnets and educational information, call 1-800-222-1222
Volunteer Opportunities
The Greater Somerset County Chapter of the American Red Cross is looking for Volunteer Drivers to transport the Elderly and Disabled to medical appointments. This program runs Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. For details call 908-725-2217, Ext. 232.
Women Aware, Inc. is currently seeking Court Advocate Volunteers to assist their legal advocates in Middlesex County Superior Family Court. Volunteers will receive 40-hours of domestic violence training as well as on the job training with the legal advocates in the court system. Bilingual Spanish a plus. If interested, please call 732-937-9525.
Life Source Services Hospice, Paramus, NJ is looking for new volunteers to assist patients and their families. Hospice is dedicated to caring for patients who are terminally ill. For more information call 888-865-5103.
Announcements
Attention: New Jersey residents in need of affordable telephone services. Verizon is offering a service called Communications Lifeline and Link Up America. This offers eligible consumers discounted local phone service. For eligibility and enrollment, call NJ Shares at 888-337-3339. Because, in an emergency, who can afford not to have a phone?
Check it out! Under a new federal law, consumers are entitled to a Free copy of their credit report once every 12 months. Log on to www.annualcreditreport.com or call 877-322-8228.
Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County is an organization that provides Free, Confidential, One-On-One Tutoring to adults who cannot read. Call 908-725-5430 to set up an appointment or to become a tutor.
U.S. Small Business Administration will provide its quarterly newsletter "SBA New Jersey" online to interested NJ small business owners and entrepreneurs. Please visit http://web.sba.gov/list to register.
Community Events
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ will host a Free 7-Week Class, "Beginner Hebrew," beginning Sunday, October 19th, 10:00 am. For more information call 973-779-7248.
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ will host a Free 6-Week Class, "How To Walk In Abundant Life," beginning Sunday, October 19th, 10:00 am. For more information call 973-779-7248.
United Methodist Church, 8 Broad Street, Branchville, NJ invites you to a candlelight "Remembrance Service," honoring those who have recently passed away on Friday, November 14th, 7:30 pm. For more information call 973-948-3749.
NJ State Bar Foundation, 1 Constitution Square, New Brunswick, NJ will host a free public seminar, "Everything You Always Wanted to Ask About Special Education: Parents' & Schools' Rights and Responsibilities," on Wednesday, November 19th, 7:00-9:00 pm. For more information, call 1-800-FREE-LAW or visit www.njsbf.org
Bible Baptist Church, 31 Passaic Ave., Hasbrouck Heights, NJ invites all Moms-to-be and Moms with children through kindergarten age to join on the "Monorail - Growth Adventure," Thursday, November 20th, 7:00 pm. Come be refreshed and inspired. Childcare is provided by reservation only. For more information call 201-288-4139.
Vroom Street Church, 153 Vroom St., Jersey City, NJ will sponsor a Fall Concert - "Giving Thanks," on Saturday, November 22nd, 7:00 pm. For directions and information call 201-332-7841.
St. George's Church, 56 Main St., Helmetta, NJ will sponsor a Special Healing Mission Service on Friday, November 21st, 6:00 pm and Saturday, November 22nd, 9:00 pm, with guest speakers Jack and Anna Marie Sheffield. For information and registration call 732-521-0169.
Christian World Adoption, will host a Free International Adoption Seminar held a Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, PA on November 22nd, 10:00 am. For details and free registration visit www.cwa.org or call 843-425-0459.
NJ State Bar Foundation, 1 Constitution Square, New Brunswick, NJ will host a free public seminar, "Bullying In the Workplace," on Saturday, November 22nd, 8:30 am-2:00 pm. Continental breakfast and free lunch. Advance registration is required. To register or for more information, call 1-800-FREE-LAW or visit www.njsbf.org
First Baptist of Westfield, 170 Elm St., Westfield, NJ will host a Concert that will increase understanding of those dealing with disabilities, on Sunday, November 23rd, 1:00 pm featuring David Michael Carrillo. Reservations for a light lunch or more information can be obtained by calling 908-233-2278 or visiting www.fbcwestfield.org
First Presbyterian Church, 255 Harding Rd., Red Bank, NJ will present a musical concert, "The Creation," on Sunday, November 23rd, 7:00 pm. A reception will follow. For more information call 732-747-1348.
St. James Episcopal Church, 2136 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ will hold a Thanksgiving Eve Service on Wednesday, November 26th, 7:30 pm. All are welcome. Call 732-985-2023.
First United Methodist Church, 48 West High St., Somerville, NJ invites area residents to celebrate the holiday season at the 13th Annual Family Christmas Concert on Sunday, November 30th, 4:00 pm. Refreshments will be served. Call 908-526-4507 for more information.
Boy Scouts of America, Venture Crew 63, Stewartsville, NJ will host a Safety Break on Wednesday, November 26th and Sunday, November 30th, 1:00-10:00 pm at the I-78 Westbound Rest Area near mile marker 8. Drivers and their passengers can take a break from driving and have something to eat and drink. Hot dogs, coffee donuts, bagels and hot chocolate will be given out. For more information call 908-454-1313.
Sayre Woods Bible Church, 2290 Highway 9, Old Bridge, NJ will present the 25th Anniversary of "A Drive Through the Christmas Story," an outdoor display of life-sized Bible scenes including live characters, animals, holiday music and a running storyline by way of special CD within your car. Also available in Spanish. This will begin on November 28th-December 7th, 7:30-9:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. For details call 732-679-5989.
First Reformed Church, 529 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ invites you to their Drive Thru Nativity on Sundays, 5;30-8:00 pm beginning December 7th-14th. Visitors may view six scenes from their cars by following the candlelight road. Entrance is located on the south side of the Church between the Manse and Friendship Hall. For directions and additional information visit www.firstreformedchurch.com
Calvary Temple, 1111 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ invites you to celebrate Christmas with a heart-warming musical, "Time for Christmas," beginning the weekends of December 5th and 12th. Free tickets needed to reserve seating. You are also invited to attend the Christmas Eve Celebration at 7;00 pm and New Year's Eve Celebration on December 31st, 10:00 pm. Call 973-694-2938, Ext. 481 for details.
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ invites you to celebrate the Festival of Lights on Friday, December 12th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, December 13th at 11:00 am. All welcome; bring food! For directions and information call 973-709-9466, Ext. 6.
High Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 681 High Mountain Rd., North Haledon, NJ will hold its "Living Nativity," Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th at 6:30 pm. This will feature live actors, music, animals and audience participation. Children may pet animals after the show. Refreshments will be served indoors after event. For details call 973-427-2575.
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ invites all singles to a Hanukah celebration and fellowship on Saturday, December 13th, 7:00-10:00 pm. Come and warm up with a cup of coffee/hot cocoa. Bring a dish, snack or soda. For more information call 973-709-9466, Ext 7 or visit bethisraelworshipcenter.org
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ invites you to special Messianic Christmas Celebration Services on Friday, December 19th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, December 21st at 11:00 am. Call 973-709-9466, Ext. 6 for more information.
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ invites you to its Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Service on Wednesday, December 24th, 7:30 pm. For details call 973-709-9466, Ext. 6.
Beth Israel Worship Center, 11 Railroad Ave., Wayne, NJ invites you to a New Year's Eve Worship & Celebration Extravaganza. Enjoy worship, communion, refreshments and fellowship on Wednesday, December 31st, 7:00 pm. For directions and information call 973-709-9466, Ext. 6.
Whiting Bible Church, 95 Lacey Rd., Whiting, NJ will hold Bible School, every Sunday, 10:00-11:00 am. Classes for all ages, including college students and adults. For details call 732-350-9290 or visit www.whitingbiblechurch.org.
First Congregational Church, 539 Barron Ave., Woodbridge, NJ invites you to it "Church Reading Circle," discussing Rick Warren's "Purpose Driven Life." Every Thursday at 7:30-8:30 pm. For details call 732-634-0582.
Monmouth Worship Center Assemblies of God, 176 Route 79, Marlboro, NJ will hold a Grief Support Group on Sundays, 10:00-10:45 am. For more information call 732-332-9600.
Flemington Assembly of God, 434 Route 202 North, Flemington, NJ will host Bilingual (Spanish & English) Community Outreach Services. Services will be held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. For directions or more information call 908-782-5232 or visit www.flemingtonassemblyofgod.org
Middlesex Presbyterian Church, 1190 Mountain Ave., invites older adults for Lunch, Fellowship, Hymn Singing and Scripture Reading on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm. All are welcome! Call 732-469-4498 if you would like to attend.
Evangelical Free Church, 11 Lambert Rd., Blairstown, NJ welcomes you to attend Family Night held Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm. There will be Boy's Brigade, Pioneer Girls, Adult and Junior High workshops and the Church library will be open. Nursery provided. For details call 908-362-8979.
Monmouth Worship Center Assemblies of God, 176 Route 79, Marlboro, NJ continues to sponsor Seminars on Aging: The Challenges of Caring for Loved Ones and Our Own Aging Process, Wednesday evenings, 7:30 pm. For more information call 732-332-9600.
Calvary Temple, 1111 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ offers a variety of Nurture Groups where you can come and find support, encouragement and answers for the issues of life. Offering Divorce Care, Anger Management, Grief share, Fear busters, Financial Breakthrough, Turning Point (substance abuse), Abused Women's Class and coming in January, Divorce Care for Kids, on Thursdays. For times of group meetings or more information call 973-694-2938, Ext. 252.
Nassau Christian Center, 26 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ announces a cutting edge, new service designed specifically for University and College students as well as the young at heart every Sunday, 9:45 am. Meal will be served afterward and free Chamber Street Garage parking available. Call 609-921-0981 or visit www.worship@nassauchristian.org for more information.
The Church of Grace and Peace, 1563 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River, NJ announces the opening of Healing Rooms. Prayer is available for healing every Monday night, 7:00-9:00 pm. For directions or more information call 732-349-1550 Ext. 201.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), designed to meet the needs of mothers of children ages newborn to 5 years old will meet the 1st Tuesday of each month, 9:15 am at the Middlesex Presbyterian Church, 1190 Mountain Ave., Middlesex, NJ. Light refreshments served. For more information call 732-469-4498.
Willow Grove Presbyterian Church, 1961 Raritan Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ will offer Free Stretches for Health Class every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am. For details call 908-232-5678 or visit www.willowgrovechurch.org
Grace Evangelical Free Church, Milton, NJ presents, "Grace Coffee House," on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Enjoy contemporary music, stories and a children's devotional and movie time for ages 1-12 years. For more information call 973-697-2400 or visit www.gefcnj.org
The Church of Grace and Peace, 1563 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River, NJ invites you to join a 13-week Grief Share Recovery Support Video Seminar and Support Group, Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, September 11th - December 11th. For directions or more information call 732-349-1550 Ext. 204 or visit www.griefshare.org
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