The Women’s Association of Allentown announced the winners of its house decorating contest.
The grand prize winners are Dennis and Kathleen Brophy, 29 Galloping Brook Road. The “Most Illuminated” award went to Fred and Gloria Stacey, 22 Broad St. Maryann and Jim Ferdetta, 91 Allen Drive, had the “Most Religious” display. The “Whimsical” title went to Jeanette Fraulo, 1 Graham Road, and the “Most Traditional” decorations were displayed by Jonathon and Mary Rudin, 54 Heritage Drive. Les and Teri Martin, 91 Lakeview, had the “Most Artistic” holiday display.
The Women’s Association always welcomes new members. Meetings take place on the second Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Allentown Library. For more information, call Katie Pantages at (609) 259-3882.
Millstone women’s group to meet Jan. 26
The Millstone Township Women’s Organization is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1982, which currently has more than 40 members and is growing every year. The group consists of women of all ages who have a strong focus on community service. The organization is beginning its 24th year and has successfully raised and donated tens of thousands of dollars over the years toward various facets of the Millstone community. The group will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Millstone Community Center, Stagecoach Road/Route 524, Clarksburg section of Millstone. Township women of all ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Visit www.MTWO.org or e-mail info@mtwo.org.
Power wheelchairs now available free of charge
The Senior Wheels USA Program has power wheelchairs available for seniors and permanently disabled individuals at no cost. Call 1-800-246-6010.
Women’s club to host art and memorabilia auction
The Millstone Township Women’s Organization will host a fundraising art and memorabilia auction Feb. 25 at the Millstone Township Elementary School, Schoolhouse Road, Clarksburg
The art preview will begin at 7 p.m. and the auction will start at 8 p.m. More than 150 custom works of art, lithographs, etchings, watercolors, signed original oils, and documented sports, music and entertainment memorabilia will be available. Admission is $10 per person or $15 per couple and includes hors d’oeuvres, coffee and desserts. Proceeds will benefit various community projects and provide scholarships for local students. For tickets and information, call Christine, (732) 446-7737.
Book on local area is available in Allentown
In celebration of Allentown’s 300th year and Upper Freehold’s 275th year anniversaries in 2006, the Allentown-Upper Freehold Historical Society has reprinted Randall Gabrielan’s Allentown and Upper Freehold Township historical image book, originally published in 2001.
The books are available for $20 each at the Allentown Library, Allentown Barber Shop, Down Home Country, Hoffmann’s Bakery, Necessities for the Heart and Off the Wall.
Proceeds from the book benefit the Historical Society.
St. Joseph’s Church to host blood drive Jan. 29
A blood drive will be held at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 91 Stillhouse Road, Millstone, Jan. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drive will be conducted by Central Jersey Blood Center. All equipment is sterile, used only once, and is then discarded. Donors should eat before donating, and should bring identification with signature. Donations can also be made at the Howell Donor Center, Howell Plaza Shopping Center, Route 9 south at Aldrich Road, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 8 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information, call the blood center at (732) 842-5750.