In Brief

N.J. Horse Park to host driving event

The Garden State Horse and Carriage Society will hold its eighth annual Combined Driving Event from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. May 13-14 at the New Jersey Horse Park, Route 524, Upper Freehold.

Events will include driven dressage, which tests the obedience of the horse and the accuracy of the driver; an obstacle course, often referred to as "cones," where meticulous accuracy is required; and a cross-country marathon, which tests stamina, courage and agility. There will also be vendors, antiques, gifts, crafts, art, clothing, food and more.

Parking is $5 and includes a program of the events. Admission is free. For more information, call Helene Dunn, (732) 446-6245.

Nursery school now accepting applications

The Roosevelt Community Nursery School is currently accepting applications for the fall session. The school offers classes Monday through Thursday from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and, depending on enrollment, may be able to offer Fridays in the fall. The school will also undergo renovations for the next school year.For more information, call (609) 426-9523.

Safety course to teach canoeing, kayaking

"Canoe and Kayak," a course sponsored by Millstone Township Community Education, will be held in May. The class will provide basic canoe or kayak training in two one-hour sessions.

Session one will be classroom instruction, including safety equipment, basic strokes and boat rescue. Session two will take place on the water at Assunpink Lake. Instruction and equipment will be provided by Paint Island Canoe and Kayak, Bordentown. The classroom session will be held on May 15 or May 16. The lake session will be determined later.

The fee is $60 and class size is limited. For more information and registration, call (732) 446-2990, Ext. 12.

Riding club to host event in Allentown

The Handicapped High Riders Club at Riding High Farm, Allentown, will host a Family and Friends Day from noon to 4 p.m. June 4, rain or shine. Admission is free. The event will provide an opportunity for families to learn more about the program, and will offer demonstrations, pony and carriage rides, kite flying, music, games and more. There will also be a chance auction drawing for children and adults at 3 p.m.

HHRC, on Route 526, serves four surrounding counties from its location in Allentown. For more information, call (609) 259-3884.

Youth camp will be offered at horse farm

The Standardbred Pleasure Horse Organization will sponsor a Harness Horse Youth Camp at Double T. Farm, Clarksburg, on May 28. To register, call Maggi Romano, (732) 866-1848.