OnMay 14, seventh- and eight-grade students fromthe Long BranchMiddle School’s LeadershipAcademy took a trip to the State Police Headquarters andMuseumin Trenton to learn more about the police force. The students learned how to dismantle a bomb, how to decide whether or not a hazardousmaterial was present in the air and were able to check out the physicalmake-up of the state police helicopter. Pictured: Paul Commodore, Sean Ku Kim and Curtis Gunter. A bowling party to benefit the homeless animals housed at the Monmouth County SPCA, Eatontown, will be held June 5 from 2-5 p.m. at Strathmore Bowling Alley, Route 34, Matawan. The event, sponsored by Better Homes Realty, New Homes Division, will feature gift baskets, a 50/50, and jewelry bazaar by Barkingdales. Cost is $15 per person and includes three games of bowling, a pitcher of soda and a bucket of popcorn. For tickets or information, call 732-670-7669 or e-mail [email protected].
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The Saint Jerome Roman Catholic Church on Wall Street in West Long Branch is hosting a yard sale on church grounds from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 7. A rain date for the event is scheduled for June 14.
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TheWanamassa Elementary School in Ocean Township is expected to host a blood drive June 9 in order to assist three district students who have been diagnosed with leukemia. Those interested in participating in the blood drive can contact Debi Ianucilli at 732-531-5600, ext. 3202, during the day and at 732-768-9400 at night.
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The Coastal Monmouth Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse is scheduled to hold a meeting at 10:30 a.m. June 9 at the Long Branch Public Library on Broadway.
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The St. Luke’s United Methodist Church is hosting a quilting group to make patchwork 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 7 at the church on Broadway. The event costs $8 and includes lunch, dessert, tea, coffee and a patch pack. For more information, call 732-222-1341.
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The Deal Historical Society will present “Shadows of Shadow Lawn” 7:30 p.m. June 9 at Deal Borough Hall, Roseld and Norwood avenues. The film documentary depicts ghostly occurrences at Monmouth University. Special guests will be filmmakers Tom Hanley and Patrick Perrotto, who will lecture and answer questions about their experiences. The public is invited to attend this free event. For more information, call Diane at 732-502-0759.
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The Wellness Community, Eatontown, will present “Woman to Woman: An Intimate Discussion” 6:30 p.m. June 11. A light dinner will be provided. The open discussion with Dr. Mindy Wiser-Estin, gynecologist, and Victoria Perry, LCSW, will be on managing the psycho-sexual concerns experienced by many women. The free program is open to women with cancer, their female family members, caregivers and friends. Seating is limited and attendees are asked to RSVP to 732-578- 9200.
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The support group Pathway to Heal will meet 7 p.m. June 12 and 26 at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, 3 New Court St., West End section of Long Branch. The group is for adults seeking a new life after a major loss or change in life. Attendees share common problems and issues. For more information, call 732-483-0360, ext. 12.
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Long Branch City Councilman Brian Unger has relaunched an updated Web site with news of his latest policy initiatives and policy positions expressed at city hall or in public forums. The site is www.councilmanbrianunger.org. Residents may also e-mail Unger at fitzunger@yahoo or call 732-870-9065.
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Monmouth Beach Cultural Center will present “Paintings on Screens” by Pat Halsey, “Roses 2008” by Frank McDonough, and watercolors by Joan Sinclair through June 21. Exhibited June 25-July 13 at the center at 128 Ocean Ave. will be photos by Natasha Gosselin and Robert Schultheis, and paintings by Emilia Misiura and John Schultheis. Center hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, and admission is free. For more information, call the cultural center at 732-229-4527.
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