We are so grateful for the love and support surrounding Robin's celebration of life. The service will begin promptly at 1:00 PM EST (GMT - 5). We kindly suggest arriving a few minutes early to find parking and a seat.
Here is all the information you need to join us, either in person or online.
We highly recommend using a GPS for the most accurate, real-time guidance to the church's exact location: 17 Oak Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840.
From the South (Philadelphia, West Chester, PA area):
Take I-95 North, which becomes the New Jersey Turnpike North.
Take Exit 10 for NJ-440 N/I-287 N/Metuchen.
Keep right and follow signs for CR-514 W/Raritan Center and merge onto Woodbridge Ave (CR-514).
Continue on Woodbridge Ave for about 1.5 miles.
Turn left onto Main Street.
Turn right onto Middlesex Avenue.
Turn left onto Oak Ave. The church will be a short distance ahead on your right.
From the North (Boston, Westchester, NY area):
Take I-95 South towards New York City, continuing onto the New Jersey Turnpike South.
Take Exit 11 for the Garden State Parkway South.
Follow the GSP South to Exit 131A for Route 27 South (Lincoln Highway) toward Metuchen.
Follow Route 27 South for about 2.5 miles.
Turn right onto Oak Ave. The church will be on your left.
Your comfort and presence are important to us. Parking is available at the church, and the building is accessible. Please see the notes and images below for details.
Street View: This view shows two designated handicapped parking spots in front of the building on Oak Ave.
Main Entrance (Steps): The main church entrance (grey building, left) has 3 steps with a handrail. Ushers will be inside to provide assistance.
Ramp Access (Fryer Hall): With a power chair, the easiest entrance is often the door to Fryer Hall (brick building, right). This door is usually locked, so please ring the doorbell or knock to get attention.
Aerial View: This view shows the two main entry areas from Oak Ave.
Ramp to Sanctuary: A ramp leads directly into the front of the sanctuary. Arriving early is helpful when using this entrance.
Fryer Hall Entrance: As noted, this entrance also has ramp access to the sanctuary level.
Back Parking Lot: Please be aware that entry from the back parking lot involves stairs. If stairs are a concern, we highly recommend entering from the Oak Ave. side.
If you run into any issues getting into the building or have specific accessibility concerns, please call Tom and we will get someone to assist you.
For guests traveling from New York City, the easiest route is via the Northeast Corridor Line train from New York Penn Station (NYP).
Recommended Trains for a 1:00 PM Service
The service will begin promptly at 1:00 PM. To ensure you arrive with time to settle, we invite you to consider one of the following trains:
Earlier Option: Train #3837 departs NYP at 11:10 AM and arrives in Metuchen (MET) at 12:10 PM.
Latest Option: Train #3839 departs NYP at 11:38 AM and arrives in Metuchen (MET) at 12:38 PM. This is the latest train that will allow you to arrive on time.
Please double-check the NJ Transit website for the most current schedule on the day of travel, as times can change. On weekends NJ Transit does not always meet their publish schedules and are often 5-10 minutes late
Discounts: NJ Transit offers reduced fares for seniors (62 and older) and individuals with disabilities. You can find more information on the NJ Transit website's Reduced Fare Program page.
Station to Church: The church is a 1/2-mile (10-15 minute) walk from the station.
Woodbridge Avenue & Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08837
Head southwest 43 ft
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Ave 121 ft
Turn right onto Main St 0.2 mi
Cross Middlesex Ave
Turn right onto Middlesex Ave at Burro Hall
Pass the Metuchen Public Library 0.3 mi
17 Oak Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Local Transport: If you prefer not to walk:
Metuchen Taxi: Located across the parking lot from the train station. You can call them at (732) 548-0051 or visit their website. Please be aware it may take 10-20 minutes for a driver to arrive.
Uber/Lyft: Both services are readily available in the Metuchen area.
For those who are unable to join us in person, the celebration of Robin's life will be live streamed. The stream will begin shortly before 1:00 PM EST (GMT -5).