Edison & Iselin Indian Community Events
The vibrant Indian community in Edison, Woodbridge and Iselin organizes various events throughout the year.
Makara Sankranti in January, Vasant Panchami/Saraswathi Puja/Maha Sivaratri in February, Holi and Ugadi in March, Sri Rama Navami in April, India Day Parade in August, Ganesh utsav festival in September, Raas Garba, Dasara and Diwali Fireworks in October/November, Ayyappa Mandala Puja, Dhanurmasam, Christmas and New Year's festivities in December are just some of the events you can expect in and around Oak Tree Road.
Local organizations like TIE and public libraries in Edison, Iselin, Metuchen & Woodbridge also host SAT/ACT Prep classes, STEM & Math tutoring, Yoga sessions, Coding & Robotics classes, immigration & naturalization services like preparing for citizenship exam, interview and filling up the forms for the benefit of students, teens, youth, immigrants and adults.
Entry to most events is usually free but do check with the organizers beforehand especially in the light of Corona Virus closings. And some events like immigration services and Math tutroing may require prior registration.
No Hindu festival, Yoga fitness, SAT / ACT classes and events currently due to COVID-19 pandemic.
July 5, 2020
Guru Poornima
Where: Sriram Hindu Temple 10 Carlton Rd Metuchen, NJ 08840When: July 5, 2020
Contact: 848-260-0707 Temple closed for Covid
July 5, 2020
Guru Poornima
Where: Shirdi Sai Hindu Temple 465 Lincoln Hwy Iselin, NJ 08830When: July 5, 2020 Temple closed for Public
Contact: 732-283-1800
August 3, 2020
Raksha Bandhan
Where: Sriram Hindu Temple 10 Carlton Rd Metuchen, NJ 08840When: August 3, 2020
Contact: 848-260-0707 Temple closed for Covid
August 3, 2020
Rig / Yajur Upakarma, Rakhee
Where: Shirdi Sai Hindu Temple 465 Lincoln Hwy Iselin, NJ 08830When: August 3, 2020 Temple closed for Public
Contact: 732-283-1800
August 12, 2020
Krishna Janmashtami
Where: Sriram Hindu Temple 10 Carlton Rd Metuchen, NJ 08840When: August 12, 2020
Contact: 848-260-0707 Temple closed for Covid
August 12, 2020
Krishna Janmashtami
Where: Shirdi Sai Hindu Temple 465 Lincoln Hwy Iselin, NJ 08830When: August 12, 2020 Temple closed for Public
Contact: 732-283-1800
August 22, 2020
Ganesh Utsav
Where: Sriram Hindu Temple 10 Carlton Rd Metuchen, NJ 08840When: August 22, 2020
Contact: 848-260-0707 Temple closed for Covid
August 22, 2020
Ganesh Utsav
Where: Shirdi Sai Hindu Temple 465 Lincoln Hwy Iselin, NJ 08830When: August 22, 2020 Temple closed for Public
Contact: 732-283-1800
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Free Museum Pass
Free Pass to Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
What: Free general admission for up to six people to Intrepid Museum and Growler submarine,valid library card required
Museum Address: One Intrepid Square, 12th Ave and W 46th St New York, NY 10036
Where to Pick-up Pass: Metuchen Public Library 480 Middlesex Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840
Contact: 732-632-8526 for more details & to reserve your pass
Free Pass to Guggenheim Museum
What: Admission for four adults, half-price tickets for additional guests & free for children under12-yrs, valid library card required
Museum Address: 1071 Fifth Avenue at 89th St New York, NY 10128
Where to Pick-up Pass: Metuchen Public Library 480 Middlesex Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840
Contact: 732-632-8526 for more details & to reserve your pass
Oak Tree Rd Farmers Markets
Edison Farmers Market (Seasonal)
June 16, 2019 - November 24, 2019
Where: 925 Amboy Ave Edison, NJWhen: Sundays June 16, 2019 - November 24, 2019 8AM-2PM