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A 5k Run, Toys, Trains, and Purling Today on the Five Things You Must Know!

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  1. The First Annual 5K Run/Walk - - starts today with an 8 am check-in at the Retro Fitness of Woodbridge parking lot in Iselin. All proceeds will got to Autism Speaks.  For more info, call 732-855-8888.
  2. There's a train and toy show at from 10 am to 4 pm.   Admission for adults is $7 and children under 12 are admitted free.
  3. It's knit one and purl two at the in Metuchen from 1 to 4:30 pm. If you are having problems with a knitting or crocheting project, experts will be on hand to help. There will also be a tarot reader; the charge is is $20 for 15 minutes of time. Call first to make a reservation at 732-548-5442.
  4. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Volunteer Network is at the Old Bridge Library. For more info, email SCosgrove@pancanvolunteer.org
  5. Colonia High School presents a matinee of  today at 2:00pm.   Tickets are $5 for senior citizens, $10 in advance, and $14 at the door.  For more info, call 732-499-6507.

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