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SIDEBARLaughs From the court room to the lodge room, gavels are traditionally used - both symbolically and literally - to control and maintain order. UPBEAT NEWS knows about a certain Worshipful Master (Lodge President) Glenn Latshaw  of USS New Jersey Lodge in South Jersey who has had his share of bad luck with his gavel, snapping the head off of not less than 3 during his term of office.  This prompted a long-time friend and brother Mason to solve the problem by presenting the Worshipful Master with a Fisher-Price toy gavel belonging to the friend's 2-year-old son, Zachary, at a recent open Installation of Officers as a practical joke,  The  multi-colored toy was very sturdy, plus it gave  a  playful squeak with every use. Well, after everyone had their laughs, and the festivities were winding-down, the Master dutifully presented the toy gavel instead of the actual one to his District Deputy RW William J. Krassen as part of the honors given to such a person which allows the Lodge to be closed in an abbreviated manner.  The quick-thinking Deputy ceremoniously received it and then, after his closing remarks, summoned Zack to join him at the podium to retrieve his toy, but not without giving him the opportunity to grasp the handle with the Deputy to help close his Daddy's lodge with a final official squeaky rap! Have a funny story?  Share it with us.  Email the editor at UPBEAT NEWS by clicking here now!

SUN 4 - 18TH ANNUAL EAST BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY DAY - Sponsored by the East Brunswick Department of Recreation,  Brunswick Square Mall, Rt. 18, East Brunswick, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm  Community Day provides nonprofit organizations that benefit Township residents an opportunity to recruit members, distribute literature and demonstrate their talents. FREE!

SUN 4 - ANTIQUES APPRAISAL - South Plainfield Public Library will once again host Alan G. Snyder, a South Plainfield native, who will provide antiques appraisal to everyone on a first come, first served basis with a limit of two items per person.  Everyone is encouraged to attend. The program is free of charge and no pre-registration is required.  In case of inclement weather, the program will be held on Sunday, March 18th.

TUES 13 - BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING - South Plainfield Public Library, 7:30PM. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and get the latest inform-ation on the Library's present and future plans, including the proposed new Library building.

SAT 17 - ST. PATRICK'S DAY

SAT 17 - ODD FELLOWS & REBEKKAH'S ANNUAL CHARITY BALL - The East Brunswick Chateau, 678 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ.  1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.  All proceeds will benefit the New Jersey Arthritis Foundations.  Tickets are $29.00 per person and must be purchased in advance.  For tickets, contact Dan Lefever @ 732-266-4831.

SAT 17 - CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER - Sponsored by Musconetcong Lodge # 151 F.& A.M. Mt. Olive, NJ, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM at the Lodge, Rt. 46 at intersection of International Trade Center, Budd Lake, NJ  $20.00 per person  For reservations, call 973-347-2035.

SAT 17 - BLOOD DRIVE Sponsored by Madison Lodge, 170 Main Street, Madison, NJ. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Complementary Cholesterol Screening for all Blood Donors. ALL donors must present a signed or picture ID and know their SS#.  Also, please try to eat a meal before you donate. For more info call the BCNJ, 1-800-NJ-BLOOD, Ext. 140.

TUE 20 - DEADLINE FOR APRIL UPBEAT NEWS

TUE 20 - OSTOMY ASSOCIATION MEETING - The Somerset County Ostomy Association will hold their monthly meeting in Conference Rooms C & D of the Somerset Medical Center, Rehill Avenue, Somerville, NJ at 7:30 pm.  The meeting is free of charge and refreshments will be served.  For more information, call Ed Wheeler at (908) 534-7897.

FRI 23 - INTERNATIONAL PLAID DAY! - For more about this fun day, see the Homestyles page of this edition of UPBEAT NEWS.

SAT 24 - CHILD I.D. PROGRAM - Sponsored by Madison Lodge #93 F. & A.M.  170 Main Street, Madison, NJ.  Program will be in conjunction with the Madison Little League Baseball Parade and the Madison Elks Pancake Breakfast, only four houses away. There will be a pancake breakfast run at the Elks Lodge as a Little League fund raiser. The Elks building is four houses away from the Madison Masonic Temple on Main Street.- There is no charge for the ID Program which will provide a permanent record to parents of children to be used for identification purposes in case of emergency.  Parents and guardians are urged to bring their children to this important event.  For more information call 201-323-6265.

SUN 25 - PANCAKE BREAKFAST - St. John's Lodge #1 F. & A.M., 280 Boulevard, Mt. Lakes, NJ.  8 AM - Noon   Adults $4.50, Children $2.50  For more information, call 908-769-9116, Box 1

SUN 25 - CELTIC MUSIC JOURNEY - a musical program will be performed at the South Plainfield Public Library.  New Jersey musician Heather Mulvey will perform during the program.  She'll also give a brief history behind the songs she performs.  Everyone is invited to attend, and audience participation is encouraged throughout this 45-minute program which is presented free of charge and with no pre-registration required.

MON 26 - "A TASTE OF KINDNESS" - 15th annual fundraiser presented by Woman Aware, Inc. at Pines Manor, 2085 Route 27, Edison, NJ.  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Come and dine on soups donated by some of the state's finest restaurants, accompanied by breads, cheeses and desserts.  All proceeds will benefit the ELVES program to help children, the littlest victims of domestic violence.  Tickets are $40.00 in advance and $45.00 at the door.  Please RSVP by Monday, March 20th.  For information call Eve Hook at Women Aware (732) 249-4900.

FRI 30 - ROCK DARFUR NOW - South Plainfield Chapter of Help Darfur Now presents a concert featuring 4 local bands to raise money for the situation in Darfur.
PAL Building, Maple Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ   7:00 PM  $5.00 per person. For more information, see article in this issue of UPBEAT NEWS by clicking here.

FRI 30 - OASIS LOUNGE AT SALAAM- Salaam Shrine invites Shriners and non-Shriners alike  their ladies and friends to the official Grand Opening of this great new monthly social event in a casual lounge atmosphere. Come mingle with friends and enjoy complimentary hot and cold snacks, music, widescreen TV and games.  Cash bar.  $12.00 donation per person.  Proceeds from this event do not support Shrine Hospitals, only Shrine Center operations.  RSVP by Monday, March 26th to Jose Chia at 973-402-4774 or e-mail jusport66@hotmail.com

SAT 31 - ORTHOPEDIC CARE SCREENING - Presented by Salaam Shriners of Livingston, 369 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue (Rt. 10), Livingston, NJ.  9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
A no-cost screening clinic to identify children in our area who can benefit from the expert orthopedic and burn care provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children.  All care provided at Shriners Hospitals is absolutely free of charge.   Appointments required, call 973-992-1111.

SAT 31 - ANNUAL ITALIAN NIGHT - Presented by Salaam Shrine Motor Corps - Wingerter Hall, Salaam Shrine Center, .369 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue (Rt. 10), Livingston, NJ.  6:30 pm  Fine Food, Drink, Door Prizes and Music for your enjoyment.  Tickets $25.00 per person.  Proceeds from this event do not support Shriners Hospitals for Children.  For Tickets Call Paul Westdyke, ( 973) 423-0277.

SAT 31 - BLOOD DRIVE - Sponsored by Brunswick Square Mall - 755 Route 17 South, East Brunswick, 11:30 am - 4:00 pm.  The Bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.  Complimentary Cholesterol Screening for all donors.  For more information call The Blood Center of New Jersey toll-free at 1-866-968-2265.  All donors must present signed or picture ID.  Also, please try to eat a meal before you donate blood.

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SAT 7 - EASTER FOR KIDS! - Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 151 Milltown Road, East Brunswick  9:00 am - noon.  Children are invited to this one-day event where they will learn that Easter is not bunnies and eggs,  but Jesus' resurrection.  Give your children the gift of learning about Jesus this Easter. Bible stories, Crafts, Songs and Fun. Call 732-254-1207 or e-mail OurSaviorsLutheran@verizon.net to register.

TUE 8 - HAPPY EASTER

SAT 14 - FESTIVE GREEK NIGHT - Salaam Shrine Arab Patrol annual Greek night.  Enjoy authentic Greek food, homemade pastries, Greek dancing and plenty of Greek hospitality.  Doors open at 6:00 pm, Dinner at 7:00 pm. $30.00 per person.  RSVP by April 4 to James Iancone 732-906-1871. 

FRI 20 - DEADLINE FOR APRIL UPBEAT NEWS

SAT 21 - ARBOR DAY

SAT 21-28 - CLEANUP WEEK IN SOUTH PLAINFIELD (See Information in box below)

SUN 22 - PANCAKE BREAKFAST - St. John's Lodge #1 F. & A.M., 280 Boulevard, Mt. Lakes, NJ.  8 AM - NOON   Adults $4.50, Children $2.50  For more information, call 908-769-9116, Box 1.
 

A SPECIAL NOTICE FROM THE
SOUTH PLAINFIELD RECYCLING PROGRAM

 
A SPECIAL NOTICE FROM THE
SOUTH PLAINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY

Throughout March, the South Plainfield Library will follow its usual schedule of children's programming.  "Storytime" programs for age 3 & over are held on Tuesday mornings at 10:30, Wednesday evenings at 6:30 and Thursday afternoons at 1:30.  Time for 2's and 3's" for children age 2 & 3, is held on Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 10:30 and Thursday evenings at at 6:30.  "Books & Babies", for children 3 and under, is held on Friday mornings at 10:30.  Each program lasts about an hour; no pre-registration is needed.  For more information, call (908) 754-7885 and ask for Miss Linda or Miss Mija.

The Library is now offering books on MP3 players.  Each title includes a player, a battery and a set of earphones.   Both adult and juvenile titles are available: each title may be borrowed for two weeks.  For more information, please stop by the Circulation Desk.

We at the Library are looking for some help to teach craft programs for adults.  Programs may be scheduled for once a month, both daytime and evening hours are available.  Programs may also be scheduled on a one-time basis, or as an ongoing series.  If you are interested, please call the Library and ask for Millie.

During the winter months, the Library may need to close due to inclement weather. If this happens, closing announcements will be made over radio stations WAWZ (99.1 FM), WCTC (1450 AM) and NJ 101.5 FM. Information will also be posted on the Library's website and on the websites for WCTC and NJ 101.5.

South Plainfield Free Public Library is located in the South Plainfield Municipal Complex at 2484 Plainfield Ave. in South Plainfield, NJ. For more information, please call us at (908) 754-7885 or visit our website at www.southplainfield.lib.nj.us.

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