Musical Theater • July 30 & 31 at 8 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Blood Drive • July 30 from 1-7 p.m. – The Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Teen Gaming • July 30 at 2 p.m. – Teens are invited to enjoy a fun afternoon of Nintendo Wii or board games at the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Musical • July 30 & 31 at 7 p.m., Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. — See a production of “Footloose” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Singles • July 31 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Blood Drive • Aug. 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 267 East Smith St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Colombian Day Festival • Aug. 1 – DJ Mad, best known for the club anthem “Put Your Drinks Up,” will perform live at the Colombian Day Festival on Morris Ave., Elizabeth. The festival will run from noon-9 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Scott Michaels Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. – The Mahoney Brothers will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Vacation Bible School • Aug. 2-6 from 9 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host vacation Bible school. Donation: $5 per child, $10 per family. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Club Meeting • Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers will conduct a business meeting at the Carteret Community Center, Pershing and Cooke avenues. All widows & widowers welcome to attend. For info, call 1-732-969-2228 or 1-908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • Aug. 3 from 2 – 8 p.m. – What’s The Scoop, 410 Main St.,Metuchen, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

National Night Out • Aug. 3 from 5-7 p.m. – The Linden Police Department will host a National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 N. Wood Ave., Linden. Free food & t-shirts (while supplies last); win a boy’s & girl’s bicycle.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Elefta Hungarian Folk Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. – The One & Nines will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Musical • Aug. 6 & 7 at 7 p.m., Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. — See a production of “Once on this Island” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Blood Drive • Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Masons Lafayette Lodge #27, 1550 Irving St., Rahway, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Blood Drive • Aug. 7 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – St. James Church, corner of Rt. 35 S. & Main St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Octoberfest • Aug. 7 from 6-10 p.m.; Aug. 8 from noon – 6 p.m. – The Deustcher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will hold an Octoberfest event. Admission is $5 per day; German & American food will be available for purchase. Sat. music provided by The Adlers; Sun. music provided by Schwarzenegger Connection. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Flea Market • Aug. 8 from noon-5 p.m. – The Ladies Division of the Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host a flea market. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Concert • Aug. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Great Rootin’ Tootin’ High Falutin’ Puttin’ on the Ritz Novelty Band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Denny Laine, former lead singer for the Moody Blues, and Larry Chance & the Earls will perform a free concert on the front lawn of Jonathan Dayton High School.

Blood Drive • Aug. 10 from 1 – 7 p.m. – Linden Knights of Columbus Council #2859, 118 North Park Ave., will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Sandy Sasso’s Swinging Big Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Club Meeting • Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will conduct a business meeting at the Children’s Room of the Main Library, George Frederick Plaza, Rte. 35, Woodbridge. All widows and widowers are welcome. For info, call 1-732-381-3255 or 1-908-757-0515

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. – Readymade Backup will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Singles • Aug. 13 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers, Carteret Chapter, will hold an open dance at the American Legion Hall, 1155 Roosevelt Ave., Carteret. Live music & refreshments. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 1-732-969-2228 or 1-908-757-0515.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Dancing • Aug. 14 from 9:30 p.m. – midnight – Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County will host Dancing with the Singles for ages 45-60 at PJ’s Coffee, 315 Raritan Ave., Highland Park. Professional ballroom dancers will entertain and engage you in an interactive evening of dance. Until Aug. 10, cost is $15; afterwards, cost is $20. For info and registration, call Jennine at 1-732-494-3232 x 621.

Concert • Aug. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Joe Monchek Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. – Emil Stucchio will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Blood Drive • Aug. 16 from 3-8:30 p.m. – Osceola Presbyterian Church, 1689 Raritan Rd., Clark, will host a blood drive. For more info or to schedule an appointment, call the church office at 1-908-276-5300 or NJ Blood Services at 1-732-220-7000.

Blood Drive • Aug. 17 from 2-8 p.m. –The American Legion T. Nulty Post #471, 25 Brown Lane, Iselin will host a blood drive. To make an appointment, call 1-732-634-9119. Walk-ins welcome.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Perry Brothers Irish Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 19 from 6:30-9 p.m. – Enjoy a concert and Broadway Idol competition as part of the Broadway Summer Series at the South Amboy Train Station Plaza in front of City Hall.

Concert • Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. – No Discipline will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

German Biergarten • Aug. 20 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German biergarten. There will music by Richard Jordan, and 35 German theme cars will be on display. German & American food available to purchase. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Car Show • Aug. 21 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. – There will be a car show in front of City Hall, 50 Winfield Scott Plaza, Elizabeth. Rain date: Aug. 22.

Concert • Aug. 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. – Dominique & Julian will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. – Roadside Graves will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Rodeo • Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. – There will be an African-American Heritage Rodeo at 790 Trumbull St., Elizabeth. Admission $5 in advance, $7 at the gate. For info, call 1-908-351-4850.

Concert • Aug. 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Billion Dollar Sound will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. – Larry Chance & the Earls will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Blood Drive • July 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. – The Knights of Columbus Council 857, 130 Main St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Free Class • July 24 at 9 a.m. – Woodbridge Veterinary Group will offer a free dog behavior workshop, “100% Housebreaking and Home Freedom.” The people-only class will last approx. 90 minutes and be taught by a professional dog trainer. To register, call 1-732-750-2698.

Club Meeting • July 25 at 10 a.m. – Chug Ivrit Hebrew Club will meet at a private Highland Park area home. Club members chat in Hebrew and read a short article or story. For info, call Rachel at 1-732-819-9298.

Benefit Concert • July 25 at 4 p.m. – The Music & Arts Ministry Benefit for Haiti Concert will take place at the Morning Star Community Christian Center, 1009 Chandler Ave., Linden.

Concert • July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Mark Heter & his band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 25 at 7 p.m. – Suzette Dorsey will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Blood Drive • July 26 from 2-8 p.m. – Ar-Ex Pharmacy, 370 New Brunswick Ave., Fords, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Teen Craft • July 26 at 2 p.m. – The Clark Public Library invites teens entering grades 6-12 to make a great-looking bracelet using simple knotting techniques. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Kids Book Club • July 26 at 4:30 p.m. – Kids entering grades 3 through 5 are invited to stop in the Clark Public Library to talk about their favorite read of the summer, preview some of the library’s newest books and enjoy a sweet treat. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Kootz will perform Jersey Shore-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Book Sale • July 28 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library are sponsoring a book sale at the library, 196 Jefferson St. For directions, call 1-732-826-2600.

Concert • July 28 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Marty & The Martians will perform classic & current cover rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Game Night • July 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host a game night. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Kids Craft • July 29 at 4:30 p.m. – Children entering grades 2-6 are invited to explore the work of surrealist artist Salvador Dali and create their own collage at the Clark Public Library. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 29 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Uncle Floyd will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Movie • July 29 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “The Lion King” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Blood Drive • July 30 from 1-7 p.m. – The Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Teen Gaming • July 30 at 2 p.m. – Teens are invited to enjoy a fun afternoon of Nintendo Wii or board games at the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Musical • July 30 & 31 at 7 p.m., Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. — See a production of “Footloose” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Singles • July 31 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Blood Drive • Aug. 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 267 East Smith St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Concert • Aug. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Scott Michaels Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. – The Mahoney Brothers will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Vacation Bible School • Aug. 2-6 from 9 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host vacation Bible school. Donation: $5 per child, $10 per family. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Club Meeting • Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers will conduct a business meeting at the Carteret Community Center, Pershing and Cooke avenues. All widows & widowers welcome to attend. For info, call 1-732-969-2228 or 1-908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • Aug. 3 from 2 – 8 p.m. – What’s The Scoop, 410 Main St., Metuchen, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

National Night Out • Aug. 3 from 5-7 p.m. – The Linden Police Department will host a National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 N. Wood Ave., Linden. Free food & t-shirts (while supplies last); win a boy’s & girl’s bicycle.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Elefta Hungarian Folk Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. – The One & Nines will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Musical • Aug. 6 & 7 at 7 p.m., Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. -- See a production of “Once on this Island” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Blood Drive • Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Masons Lafayette Lodge #27, 1550 Irving St., Rahway, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Blood Drive • Aug. 7 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – St. James Church, corner of Rt. 35 S. & Main St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Octoberfest • Aug. 7 from 6-10 p.m.; Aug. 8 from noon – 6 p.m. – The Deustcher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will hold an Octoberfest event. Admission is $5 per day; German & American food will be available for purchase. Sat. music provided by The Adlers; Sun. music provided by Schwarzenegger Connection. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Flea Market • Aug. 8 from noon-5 p.m. – The Ladies Division of the Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host a flea market. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Concert • Aug. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Great Rootin’ Tootin’ High Falutin’ Puttin’ on the Ritz Novelty Band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Blood Drive • Aug. 10 from 1 – 7 p.m. – Linden Knights of Columbus Council #2859, 118 North Park Ave., will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Sandy Sasso’s Swinging Big Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. – Readymade Backup will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Aug. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Joe Monchek Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. – Emil Stucchio will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Perry Brothers Irish Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 19 from 6:30-9 p.m. – Enjoy a concert and Broadway Idol competition as part of the Broadway Summer Series at the South Amboy Train Station Plaza in front of City Hall.

Concert • Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. – No Discipline will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

German Biergarten • Aug. 20 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German biergarten. There will music by Richard Jordan, and 35 German theme cars will be on display. German & American food available to purchase. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Concert • Aug. 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. – Dominique & Julian will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. – Roadside Graves will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Billion Dollar Sound will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. – Larry Chance & the Earls will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

SCOTCH PLAINS – Union County residents will be able recycle unwanted electronic equipment, such as computers and televisions, on Saturday, July 24, in Scotch Plains.

The recycling event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus of the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools, located at 1776 Raritan Road, near the John H. Stamler Police Academy.

All residents of Union County are eligible to participate at no cost. There is a limit of six electronic items per car.

Electronic equipment that will be accepted on July 24 includes computer monitors, hard drives, modems, keyboards, CPUs, mice, printers, scanners, speakers, televisions, VCRs, fax machines, telephones, and circuit boards.

All that residents need to do is drive to the site with their unwanted electronic equipment. Workers at the site will unload the vehicles.

Pre-registration is not necessary for this Saturday collection, but proof of Union County residency is required.

Refrigerators, washers and dryers, microwaves, and air conditioners will not be accepted.

A complete list of the materials that will be accepted on July 24 is available at the Union County Bureau of Planning and Environmental Conservation website: www.ucnj.org/recycle.

There are other local opportunities for residents to recycle electronic equipment. Visit www.ucnj.org/recycle for more computer and electronics recycling options.

Goodwill and Dell have teamed up to recycle computers. Goodwill in Union County is located at 126 Route 22 West, Springfield 07081, next to Macy’s Furniture. Call Goodwill at 973-912-0156 for more details or visit their web site: www.reconnectpartnership.com.

Best Buy stores now offer electronics recycling, including TVs, computer monitors, DVD players and other consumer electronics. Visit their website (www.bestbuy.com/) for store locations, or call toll-free for information about electronics recycling: 1-888-237-8289.

Staples also offers a computer recycling program seven days a week. For more information, visit the Staples web site for store locations: www.staples.com.

An alternative drop-off program for recycling electronics equipment is available every Monday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at Newtech Recycling, located at 600-A Apgar Drive, Somerset; call 1-732-469-9774.

For more information about recycling events, call the Union County Recycling Hotline at 1-908- 654-9889.

Photo credit: Richard Drdul

TRENTON – Police agencies throughout New Jersey will be participating this summer in a pedestrian safety enforcement and education program designed to increase awareness about safely sharing the road, Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) Director Pam Fischer announced Thursday.

Known as “Cops in Crosswalks,” the federally-funded initiative places undercover police officers, posing as pedestrians, in marked crosswalks.  Motorists who fail to stop for the undercover officers are stopped and issued warnings or tickets by uniformed officers a short distance away.   The Division will be providing federal grants of $8,000 each to 13 police departments for the program, which will run from mid-July to mid-September.  In addition, towns receiving year-long pedestrian safety grants from the Division will also participate in this initiative, which has been run in towns throughout the state for the past two years.

Fischer noted that the initiative will also help to reinforce New Jersey’s pedestrian safety law, which was amended on April 1, to require motorists to stop and stay stopped for pedestrians in marked crosswalks.  Prior to the change, motorists were required to yield.

“By changing the language in the state’s 50-year old pedestrian statute from yield to stop, motorists now know that when they approach a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk, they must stop and remain stopped to allow that pedestrian to cross safely,” Fischer stated.  “The law also makes it unlawful for a vehicle to overtake or pass another vehicle that is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross.  It also infers that a motorist is at fault when there is a conflict between a vehicle and a pedestrian in a crosswalk.”

Pedestrians must also do their part under the amended law.  “It’s a pedestrian’s responsibility to take due care when crossing the street,” she said.  “That means that a pedestrian should never suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the roadway, where it is impossible for a motorist to stop.  Pedestrians must also obey all traffic signs and signals, including ‘walk/don’t walk.’   If a pedestrian does enter the roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or at an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, he or she must yield the right of way to all motor vehicles.”

Motorists violating the law face a $200 fine, plus court costs, and 2 points on their license.  They can also be subject to 15 days of community service and insurance surcharges.  Pedestrians failing to comply with the law face a $54 fine, plus court costs.

According to a recent Fairleigh Dickinson University PublicMind poll on driver attitudes and behaviors, nearly 95 percent of New Jersey drivers know that state law requires them to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk.

As part of the Division’s ongoing effort to educate the public about the amended law, an oversized palm card (similar in size to a traffic ticket) that outlines the changes, has been distributed to police departments. The card will be given to motorists and pedestrians as part of the effort.  This information has also been made available to high school driver education teachers and defensive driving program providers and will be detailed in the New Jersey Driver Manual to ensure that all novice and experienced drivers are educated about the law change.

In addition, the Division of Highway Traffic Safety is partnering with Downtown NJ, a statewide organization that works with elected officials, local businesses and community organizations to promote municipal downtown areas, to reinforce the pedestrian safety message in town centers.

“Pedestrian safety is an utmost concern to our members in Downtown NJ. Shopping districts, large and small, suburban and urban, rely on people to shop, dine, live and work there,” said Kathleen Miller Prunty, President, Downtown NJ and Downtown Director, Cranford.  “We are pleased that an emphasis is on people and not just vehicles. Many of our member communities have been proactive in making downtowns more pedestrian friendly. Downtown NJ is committed to working with the Division of Highway Traffic Safety to spread the word that keeping pedestrians safe is good business.”

“Foot track is vital to our downtowns, so we want to ensure that pedestrians travel safely while they’re patronizing local businesses,” Fischer said.  “That not only means that motorists must slow down and observe the posted speed limit in our downtowns, but pedestrians should always use marked crosswalks.  To help reinforce the crosswalk message, we have developed a decal that local businesses and municipalities can prominently display in their windows and storefronts, as well as on sign posts, benches, garbage cans, and even stencil on sidewalks.”

Fischer noted that since 2004, approximately 150 pedestrians have been killed and 6,000 injured annually in traffic-related crashes on New Jersey roadways.  The percentage of pedestrians killed annually in New Jersey, between 20 and 25 percent, is double the national rate.  In 2009, after a three-year downward trend, the number of pedestrian deaths statewide increased to 157.  As of July 12 of this year, 70 pedestrians have been killed in motor vehicle-related crashes statewide, as compared to 84 for the same time period last year.  Additionally, since 2004, more than 30,000 pedestrians have been injured in motor-vehicle related crashes statewide.

“While the return to a downward trend is positive, our goal has been and will remain, zero fatalities,” Fischer said.  “Initiatives such as the one unveiled today can go a long way in helping us achieve our goal.  Until then, we will continue to educate both pedestrians and motorists about the importance of always taking personal responsibility for their actions. Everyone using our transportation system, regardless of their mode of travel, shares the responsibility for ensuring their own safety.”

Singles • July 17 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. Admission: $15. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Blood Drive • July 18 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. – St. Genevieve R.C. Church, 200 Monmouth Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 18 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The George Krauss Memorial Band, led by Barbara Santoro, will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 18 at 7 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Singles • July 18 from 7-11 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will hold an open dance at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Morrisey Ave., Avenel. Light refreshments; all welcome. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757-0515.

Teen Craft • July 19 at 2 p.m. – Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to use old magazines and junk mail to create a beautiful beaded necklace or bracelet at the Clark Public Library. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Songs & Stories • July 20 at 3:30 p.m. – Children ages 5 and up are invited to enjoy songs and stories with professional storytellers at the Clark Public Library. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 20 at 7:30 p.m. – Neil & The Diamonds, a Neil Diamond tribute band, will perform at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Zydeco-A-Go-Go will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 22 from 7:30-9 p.m. – Enjoy songs of the 60s and 70s as part of the Broadway Summer Series at the South Amboy Train Station Plaza in front of City Hall. Bring a lawn chair.

Concert • July 22 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The 1910 Fruitgum Company will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Hocus Pocus Magic will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Blood Drive • July 22 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. – The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad, 875 Raritan Road, Clark, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Bubble Trouble • July 22 at 7 p.m. – Children are invited to enjoy an amazing evening of bubbles at the Clark Library. As a finale, one kid will be placed inside a bubble. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Blood Drive • July 23 from 1-7 p.m. – The Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Teen Gaming • July 23 at 2 p.m. – Teens are invited to enjoy traditional board games or Nintendo Wii video games at the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Blood Drive • July 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. – The Knights of Columbus Council 857, 130 Main St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Club Meeting • July 25 at 10 a.m. – Chug Ivrit Hebrew Club will meet at a private Highland Park area home. Club members chat in Hebrew and read a short article or story. For info, call Rachel at 1-732-819-9298.

Benefit Concert • July 25 at 4 p.m. – The Music & Arts Ministry Benefit for Haiti Concert will take place at the Morning Star Community Christian Center, 1009 Chandler Ave., Linden.

Concert • July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Mark Heter & his band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 25 at 7 p.m. – Suzette Dorsey will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Blood Drive • July 26 from 2-8 p.m. – Ar-Ex Pharmacy, 370 New Brunswick Ave., Fords, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Kootz will perform Jersey Shore-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 28 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Marty & The Martians will perform classic & current cover rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Game Night • July 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host a game night. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Concert • July 29 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Uncle Floyd will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Movie • July 29 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “The Lion King” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Blood Drive • July 30 from 1-7 p.m. – The Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Musical • July 30 & 31 at 7 p.m., Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. — See a production of “Footloose” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Singles • July 31 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Concert • Aug. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Scott Michaels Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. – The Mahoney Brothers will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Vacation Bible School • Aug. 2-6 from 9 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host vacation Bible school. Donation: $5 per child, $10 per family. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

National Night Out • Aug. 3 from 5-7 p.m. – The Linden Police Department will host a National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 N. Wood Ave., Linden. Free food & t-shirts (while supplies last); win a boy’s & girl’s bicycle.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Elefta Hungarian Folk Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. – The One & Nines will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Musical • Aug. 6 & 7 at 7 p.m., Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. -- See a production of “Once on this Island” at the South Amboy Middle/High School Theatre, 200 Gov. Hoffman Plaza. For tickets, call 1-732-910-7006.

Concert • Aug. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Great Rootin’ Tootin’ High Falutin’ Puttin’ on the Ritz Novelty Band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Sandy Sasso’s Swinging Big Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. – Readymade Backup will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Aug. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Joe Monchek Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. – Emil Stucchio will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Perry Brothers Irish Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 19 from 6:30-9 p.m. – Enjoy a concert and Broadway Idol competition as part of the Broadway Summer Series at the South Amboy Train Station Plaza in front of City Hall.

Concert • Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. – No Discipline will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. – Dominique & Julian will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.
Concert • Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. – Roadside Graves will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Billion Dollar Sound will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. – Larry Chance & the Earls will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Blood Drive • July 10 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. and July 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Country Western Night • July 10 from 3-10 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host a country western night with live music by the Thunderhill Band. A $5 per person donation is requested. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Live Music • July 10 at 7:30 p.m. – Eldad Tarmu will perform original jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Blood Drive • July 11 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. – The Turkish Community Center, 1 Ethel Road, Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Francene Kane & Her Gentleman Friends will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 11 at 7 p.m. – The Cameos will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • July 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Zydecco A-Go-Go will perform Mardi Gras Linden-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 14 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Meta & The Cornerstones will perform reggae and African music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Robert Murdock Tribute Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Club Meeting • July 14 at 7 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will hold a business meeting in the children’s room of the Main Library, located at George Frederick Plaza, Rte. 35, Woodbridge. All widows and widowers are welcome. For info, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • July 15 from 2-8 p.m. – The Theodore Roosevelt Masonic Lodge, 82 Elm St., Carteret, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 15 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Cindy Marro Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Kurt Gallagher Sings will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • July 15 at 8 p.m. – Andy Rothstein and Friends will perform a jazz / rock fusion concert at the Barron Arts Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-634-0413

Movie • July 15 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “UP” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

German Biergarten • July 16 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German Biergarten with German and American food available for purchase. No outside food permitted. Live music and 35 German theme cars will be on display. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Singles • July 17 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. Admission: $15. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Blood Drive • July 18 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. – St. Genevieve R.C. Church, 200 Monmouth Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 18 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The George Krauss Memorial Band, led by Barbara Santoro, will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 18 at 7 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Singles • July 18 from 7-11 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will hold an open dance at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Morrisey Ave., Avenel. Light refreshments; all welcome. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757-0515.

Concert • July 20 at 7:30 p.m. – Neil & The Diamonds, a Neil Diamond tribute band, will perform at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Zydeco-A-Go-Go will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 22 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The 1910 Fruitgum Company will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Hocus Pocus Magic will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Blood Drive • July 22 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. – The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad, 875 Raritan Road, Clark, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Blood Drive • July 23 from 1-7 p.m. – The Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Blood Drive • July 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. – The Knights of Columbus Council 857, 130 Main St., Woodbridge, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Club Meeting • July 25 at 10 a.m. – Chug Ivrit Hebrew Club will meet at a private Highland Park area home. Club members chat in Hebrew and read a short article or story. For info, call Rachel at 1-732-819-9298.

Benefit Concert • July 25 at 4 p.m. – The Music & Arts Ministry Benefit for Haiti Concert will take place at the Morning Star Community Christian Center, 1009 Chandler Ave., Linden.

Concert • July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Mark Heter & his band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 25 at 7 p.m. – Suzette Dorsey will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Blood Drive • July 26 from 2-8 p.m. – Ar-Ex Pharmacy, 370 New Brunswick Ave., Fords, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Kootz will perform Jersey Shore-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 28 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Marty & The Martians will perform classic & current cover rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Game Night • July 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host a game night. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Concert • July 29 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Uncle Floyd will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Movie • July 29 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “The Lion King” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Blood Drive • July 30 from 1-7 p.m. – The Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Singles • July 31 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Concert • Aug. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Scott Michaels Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. – The Mahoney Brothers will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Vacation Bible School • Aug. 2-6 from 9 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host vacation Bible school. Donation: $5 per child, $10 per family. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Elefta Hungarian Folk Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. – The One & Nines will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Great Rootin’ Tootin’ High Falutin’ Puttin’ on the Ritz Novelty Band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Sandy Sasso’s Swinging Big Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. – Readymade Backup will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Aug. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Joe Monchek Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. – Emil Stucchio will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Perry Brothers Irish Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. – No Discipline will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. – Dominique & Julian will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. – Roadside Graves will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Billion Dollar Sound will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. – Larry Chance & the Earls will perform as part of Carteret’s “Concerts by the Bay” series in Waterfront Park. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Deverin Community Center, 100 Cooke Ave., Carteret.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the RaymondWood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

STATE – The heat wave has affected New Jersey commuters who rely on NJ TRANSIT trains. Over the past 24 hours, the agency has experienced an increase in locomotive problems related to the extreme temperatures.

NJ TRANSIT’s fleet of ALP-46 locomotives is equipped with temperature sensors that are designed to protect the equipment from damage caused by extreme heat. When the internal temperature aboard the locomotive reaches 130-135 degrees, the locomotive will automatically shut down to prevent damage, officials said. This situation can occur when the ambient (outdoor) temperature is high for prolonged periods, as with the current heat wave.

To prevent these weather-related locomotives issues, NJ TRANSIT is shutting down the equipment during layovers at endpoint terminals and turning down air conditioning systems when train sets are not in service. Despite these efforts, a number of trains were impacted during the evening commute of Tuesday, July 6.

Several trains were cancelled or combined (i.e. stops were added to express trains to accommodate customers affected by cancellations). For example, Northeast Corridor train 3969 was combined with a cancelled local train, number 3869. Unfortunately, the combined train 3969/3869 became disabled without air conditioning just east of Elizabeth at 6:33 p.m.

The crew was able to restore power for about a minute at 6:51 p.m., making it possible to move the train into Elizabeth Station where passengers could exit to the platform. NJ TRANSIT Police and local fire services were dispatched to ensure that passengers were accommodated at the station.

Due to earlier cancelled trains out of New York, there was not adequate capacity on passing Northeast Corridor trains to accommodate all customers, and an empty rescue train was dispatched to Elizabeth. The rescue train arrived at 7:37 p.m. and departed at 8:18 p.m, making combined stops en route to Trenton, where it arrived at 9:36 p.m.

Other trains during this timeframe encountered delays due to congestion from the transfer of passengers, as well as other equipment problems. NJ TRANSIT announced the cancellation of nine trains today due to the number of locomotives that have been removed from service.

Customers are strongly encouraged to check njtransit.com for the latest service information before starting their trip.

The following is a list of train cancellations as of 11:30 a.m.:

• Morris & Essex train 6343, the 4:43 p.m. departure from New York. (Passengers to train 6643, departing New York at 4:50 p.m. and making all local stops.)
• North Jersey Coast Line train 3441, the 6:52 p.m. departure from New York. Customers for Raritan Valley Line train 5749 should board Northeast Corridor train 3977 (7:03 p.m. from New York). The RVL train will hold for this connection. North Jersey Coast Line passengers should board train 3279, departing New York at 7:08 p.m. and making all local stops.

To accommodate customers affected by train cancellations, certain express trains will make local stops. As a result, these trains will arrive at their destination 10-20 minutes later than scheduled.

Photo credit: James Jordan

AREA – Some traditional New Jersey Independence Day events have fallen victim to budget cutbacks, but there are still plenty of opportunities to celebrate the 4th of July.

Independence Day commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Pa. on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.

Woodbridge’s Independence Day festival will get started at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 2, at the Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park on the Sewaren waterfront. Live music by the Party Dolls will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a fireworks display after sunset. For more information, call 1-732-602-6045.

Plainfield’s fireworks are also scheduled for Friday, July 2, at 9:30 p.m. at Cedarbrook Park. The city’s 87th annual Independence Day Parade will be held on Front Street starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 3. For more information, call 1-908-753-3097.

Sayreville’s Independence Day celebration begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 3, at Kennedy Park on Washington Road. There will be food, music and rides – even an apple pie baking contest – before the fireworks get underway at 9:30 p.m. In case of rain, the celebration will be held on July 5.

Enjoy rides and games Carteret’s Independence Day festival on Saturday, July 3, at Waterfront Park. Carteret High School’s show band will kick off the fun at 5 p.m., followed by Bobby and the Jets at 7 p.m. The fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

After a hiatus caused by construction projects, fireworks are again part of the Independence Day celebration for residents of Highland Park and New Brunswick. On Saturday, July 3, Highland Park will hold a concert in Donaldson Park at 6:30 p.m. The fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. New Brunswick will also hold a concert at Boyd Park

Celebrate Independence Day in New Providence on Saturday, July 3, with a kids show starting at 8 p.m. on South Street near Springfield Avenue. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.

East Brunswick will celebrate Independence Day and the township’s 150th anniversary on Sunday, July 4, at the Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, from 5-10:30 p.m. There will be rides, games and children’s activities, along with a concert by the Nerds at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. For more information, call 1-732-390-4044.

Cranford’s Independence Day festivities kick off at 8 a.m. in Nomahegan Park. One of the highlights of the day is the Firecracker 4 Miler, a premier road race that attracts more than 1,000 runners. There will also be canoe races, rides and attractions, food vendors and fireworks. For more information, call the recreation department at 1-908-709-7283

Clark will also offer a range of children’s rides and games in front of the municipal building on Westfield Avenue on Sunday, July 4, from 4-8 p.m. The fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m.

Springfield’s July 4th celebration begins at 5 p.m. at Meisel Avenue Park. There will be rides and games, plus a concert featuring The Toys and 1910 Fruitgum Co. beginning at 7:30 p.m. before the fireworks get underway. A $5 per person donation is suggested.

Mountainside’s fireworks display will begin at dusk on Sunday, July 4, in the fields behind Our Lady of Lourdes and Deerfield School. Ice cream will be distributed courtesy of the Mountainside PAL. In case of rain, the fireworks will be held on Monday, July 5.

Elizabeth’s fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, at Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park. For more information, call the Department of Recreation at 1-908-820-4222.

Monroe Township’s 4th of July celebration in Thompson Park begins at 5 p.m. on Sunday, with fireworks at dusk.

The Metuchen Cultural Arts Commission will present the Brio Symphonic Band in an Independence Day concert on Sunday, July 4 at 5:30 p.m. on the lawn of Metuchen High School, located on Grove Avenue. In case of rain, the free concert will be move inside to the high school’s auditorium.

Enjoy free rides and fireworks at the Memorial Field, Ashland Road in Summit on Monday, July 5. The fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. For information, call the Summit Department of Community Programs 1-908-277-2932.

Locals of Perth Amboy dressed in colonial garb traditionally read the Declaration of Independence and ring a replica of the Liberty Bell at the Proprietary House, 149 Kearny Avenue, the 18th century mansion of William Franklin, the last royal governor of New Jersey. The city and museum are again planning a July 4 event; call 1-732-826-5527 for information.

Hoboken, a prime location for viewing the annual Macy’s fireworks show over the Hudson River, will present a Fourth of July Festival along Frank Sinatra Drive between First and Seventh streets from noon until 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 4.

Enjoy baseball and fireworks with the Somerset Patriots at TD Bank Park in Bridgewater on Friday, July 2 and Saturday, July 3. The Patriots will take on the Lancaster Barnstormers at 7:05 p.m. each night, and a fireworks display will follow the game. For more information, call 1-908-252-0700

The New Jersey Jackals will also have fireworks following their 7:05 p.m. game on Friday, July 2 against the Sussex Skyhawks at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University. For information, call 1-973-746-7434. The Skyhawks will have their own fireworks display following their 6:35 p.m. game on Saturday, July 3 against the Brockton Rox at Skylands Park in Augusta. For information, call 1-973-300-1000.

Blood Drive • July 3 from 1-7 p.m. – Menlo Park Mall, 100 Menlo Park Drive, Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Singles • July 3 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale dance at the renovated Crowne Plaza Edison, 2055 Lincoln Highway (Route 27), Edison. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. Admission: $15. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Club Meeting • July 5 at 7 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers will conduct a business meeting at the Carteret Community Center, Pershing and Cooke aves. Light refreshments; all widows & widowers welcome. For info, call 1-732-541-2174 or 1-908-757-0515.

Church Activity • Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 6-29, from 10 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will hold a summer mini-camp. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Blood Drive • July 6 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. – The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad, 875 Raritan Road, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Sand Fun • July 6 at 3:30 p.m. – Children entering grades 1-6 are invited to listen to beach stories and create their own sand art at the Clark Public Library. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 6 at 7:30 p.m. – The 1910 Fruitgum Company will perform 60s nostalgia-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Soap Making • July 7 at 2 p.m. – Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to create their own soaps at the Clark Public Library. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 7 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Ready in 10 will perform original rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Wait Wagner and the Serenaders will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Estate Planning Basics • July 7 at 7 p.m. – Free lecture on making wills at the Union Public Library on Morris Ave. For info, call 1-908-851-5452.

Family Movie • July 8 at 6:30 p.m. – Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • July 8 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Chatham Community Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Kids in Motion will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Blood Drive • July 9 from 2-8 p.m. – Woodbridge Center Mall, 250 Woodbridge Center Drive, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Blood Drive • July 9 from 2-8 p.m. – Colonia Fire Dept., 250 Inman Ave., will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Singles • July 9 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows or Widowers, Carteret Chapter, will hold an open dance at the American Legion Hall, 1155 Roosevelt Ave., Carteret. Live music & refreshments. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 732-969-2228 or 908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • July 10 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. and July 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Country Western Night • July 10 from 3-10 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host a country western night with live music by the Thunderhill Band. A $5 per person donation is requested. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Live Music • July 10 at 7:30 p.m. – Eldad Tarmu will perform original jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Blood Drive • July 11 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. – The Turkish Community Center, 1 Ethel Road, Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Francene Kane & Her Gentleman Friends will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Zydecco A-Go-Go will perform Mardi Gras Linden-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 14 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Meta & The Cornerstones will perform reggae and African music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Robert Murdock Tribute Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Club Meeting • July 14 at 7 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will hold a business meeting in the children’s room of the Main Library, located at George Frederick Plaza, Rte. 35, Woodbridge. All widows and widowers are welcome. For info, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • July 15 from 2-8 p.m. – The Theodore Roosevelt Masonic Lodge, 82 Elm St., Carteret, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 15 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Cindy Marro Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Kurt Gallagher Sings will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Movie • July 15 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “UP” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

German Biergarten • July 16 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German Biergarten with German and American food available for purchase. No outside food permitted. Live music and 35 German theme cars will be on display. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Singles • July 17 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. Admission: $15. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Concert • July 18 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The George Krauss Memorial Band, led by Barbara Santoro, will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Singles • July 18 from 7-11 p.m. – Woodbridge Widows Or Widowers will hold an open dance at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Morrisey Ave., Avenel. Light refreshments; all welcome. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 732-381-3255 or 908-757-0515.

Concert • July 20 at 7:30 p.m. – Neil & The Diamonds, a Neil Diamond tribute band, will perform at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Zydeco-A-Go-Go will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 22 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The 1910 Fruitgum Company will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the show, Hocus Pocus Magic will present a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Club Meeting • July 25 at 10 a.m. – Chug Ivrit Hebrew Club will meet at a private Highland Park area home. Club members chat in Hebrew and read a short article or story. For info, call Rachel at 1-732-819-9298.

Benefit Concert • July 25 at 4 p.m. – The Music & Arts Ministry Benefit for Haiti Concert will take place at the Morning Star Community Christian Center, 1009 Chandler Ave., Linden.

Concert • July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Mark Heter & his band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • July 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Kootz will perform Jersey Shore-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 28 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Marty & The Martians will perform classic & current cover rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Game Night • July 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host a game night. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Concert • July 29 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Uncle Floyd will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Movie • July 29 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “The Lion King” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Singles • July 31 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Concert • Aug. 1 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Scott Michaels Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Vacation Bible School • Aug. 2-6 from 9 a.m. – noon – First Presbyterian Church of Iselin, 1295 Oak Tree Road, will host vacation Bible school. Donation: $5 per child, $10 per family. For info, call 1-732-283-1188.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Elefta Hungarian Folk Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 5 from 7:30-9 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Centennial Park, Springfield Ave. in New Providence. Before the main event, there will be a kids’ show beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. – The One & Nines will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Great Rootin’ Tootin’ High Falutin’ Puttin’ on the Ritz Novelty Band will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Sandy Sasso’s Swinging Big Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. – Readymade Backup will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Aug. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Joe Monchek Quartet will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Perry Brothers Irish Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. – No Discipline will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. – Bernie Goydish’s Jersey Polka Stars will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Tim Gillis Band will perform a free concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, O’Leary Blvd. South Amboy. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.
Concert • Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. – Roadside Graves will perform at the Senior Center, 15 Center St., Metuchen.

Concert • Aug. 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. – The Billion Dollar Sound will perform a free concert at Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge. For info, call 1-732-745-3936.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Social Dancing • June 25 from 7:30-11:30 p.m. – Enjoy social dancing at the Bayway Polish-American Club, 625 Pulaski St., Elizabeth. $9 cover, no minimum. For info, call 1-908-355-3131.

Blood Drive • June 26 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Masons Lafayette Lodge, 1550 Irving St., Rahway, will host a blood drive. For an appointment, call 1-800-933-2566. Walk-ins welcome.

Rummage Sale • June 26 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Oak Tree Presbyterian Church, 445 Plainfield Rd., North Edison, will hold a trash & treasure sale. For info, call 1-732-549-4178.

Reptile Program • June 26 at 2 p.m. – The Clark Public Library will host “Snakes n Scales,” an interactive and informative program with live river reptiles for children ages 4 and up. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Singles • June 26 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans / sneakers. $15 admission. For info, call 1-732-656-1801.

Quilting Club • June 28 from 10 a.m. – noon – The Triangles & Squares Quilting Club meets in the Ayers Room of the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Craft • June 28 from 2-3:30 p.m. – The Clark Public Library’s children’s department will hold a craft session for teens entering grades 6-12. Create your own tie-dye shirt using Sharpie pens. Participants should bring their own t-shirts. To register, call Erin at 732-388-5999.

Quilting Club • June 29 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. – The Patches & Stitches Quilting Club meets in the Ayers Room of the Clark Public Library. For info, call 1-732-388-5999.

Pirates Program • June 29 at 3:30 p.m. – Children entering grades 1-6 are invited to set sail for a high seas adventure at the Clark Public Library. Learn to talk like a pirate, enjoy pirate stories, crafts and a fun treasure hunt. Registration required; call 1-732-388-5999.

Concert • June 29 at 7:30 p.m. – The Robert Murdock Band will perform British Invasion-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • June 30 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Falu will perform south Asian fusion music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Movie • July 1 at 8:31 p.m. – Watch “The Birds” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Blood Drive • July 3 from 1-7 p.m. – Menlo Park Mall, 100 Menlo Park Drive, Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Club Meeting • July 5 at 7 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers will conduct a business meeting at the Carteret Community Center, Pershing and Cooke aves. Light refreshments; all widows & widowers welcome. For info, call 1-732-541-2174 or 1-908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • July 6 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. – The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad, 875 Raritan Road, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 6 at 7:30 p.m. – The 1910 Fruitgum Company will perform 60s nostalgia-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 7 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Ready in 10 will perform original rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Blood Drive • July 9 from 2-8 p.m. – Woodbridge Center Mall, 250 Woodbridge Center Drive, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Blood Drive • July 9 from 2-8 p.m. – Colonia Fire Dept., 250 Inman Ave., will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Singles • July 9 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows or Widowers, Carteret Chapter, will hold an open dance at the American Legion Hall, 1155 Roosevelt Ave., Carteret. Live music & refreshments. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 732-969-2228 or 908-757-0515.

Blood Drive • July 10 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. and July 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Country Western Night • July 10 from 3-10 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host a country western night with live music by the Thunderhill Band. A $5 per person donation is requested. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Live Music • July 10 at 7:30 p.m. – Eldad Tarmu will perform original jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Blood Drive • July 11 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. – The Turkish Community Center, 1 Ethel Road, Edison, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Concert • July 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Zydecco A-Go-Go will perform Mardi Gras Linden-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 14 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Meta & The Cornerstones will perform reggae and African music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Blood Drive • July 15 from 2-8 p.m. – The Theodore Roosevelt Masonic Lodge, 82 Elm St., Carteret, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566.

Movie • July 15 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “UP” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

German Biergarten • July 16 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German Biergarten with German and American food available for purchase. No outside food permitted. Live music and 35 German theme cars will be on display. For info, call 1-732-574-8600.

Concert • July 20 at 7:30 p.m. – Neil & The Diamonds, a Neil Diamond tribute band, will perform at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations.

Benefit Concert • July 25 at 4 p.m. – The Music & Arts Ministry Benefit for Haiti Concert will take place at the Morning Star Community Christian Center, 1009 Chandler Ave., Linden.

Concert • July 27 at 7:30 p.m. – The Kootz will perform Jersey Shore-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • July 28 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Marty & The Martians will perform classic & current cover rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Movie • July 29 at 8:26 p.m. – Watch “The Lion King” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Joboanno & The Godsons of Soul will perform as part of the National Night Out Against Crime event at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. Aztec Two-Stop will perform folk rock music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Concert • Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m. – David Cedeno & His Salsa American Orchestra will perform Latin-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. – The Woodbridge Summer Concert Series continues at Main Street and School Street. McPeake will perform Irish folk music. In case of rain, the show will be moved to Woodbridge Middle School, 525 Barron Ave. Call 1-732-602-6045 after 3 p.m. for change of venue information.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Bradford Hayes will perform jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. – The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform Motown-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. – The Bronx Wanderers will perform a Frankie Valli & Dion DiMucci tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 26 at 7:39 p.m. – Watch “The Princess Bride” (Rated PG) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Concert • Aug. 31 at 7:15 p.m. – Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra will perform polka-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 7 at 7:15 p.m. – Jersey Sound will perform golden oldies-style music at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Movie • Aug. 12 at 7:59 p.m. – Watch “Hannah Montana- The Movie” (Rated G) at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 9 at 7:16 p.m. – Watch “The Maltese Falcon” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Movie • Sept. 23 at 6:53 p.m. – Watch “Invaders From Mars” at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden.

Live Music • Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. – Red Reyne will perform original folk, rock and blues at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Concert • Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. – Verdict will perform music of the islands at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – 52nd Street will perform a Billy Joel tribute show at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Concert • Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. – Dara & Frank will perform as part of Fire Prevention Night at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, 400 North Wood Ave., Linden. In the event of rain, call 908-474-8604 after 4 p.m.

Live Music • Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – Pam Purvis and the Blue Skies Band will perform smooth jazz at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.

Live Music • Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. – Trysette will perform original folk and rock at the Salem Roadhouse Café, 829 Salem Road, Union. Admission: $15. Includes gourmet coffees, teas, snacks & dessert. A portion benefits local charities. For info, call 1-908-686-1028.