The Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence (HFEE) held its Spring Dinner Dance themed “Shoot for the Stars” on April 17 at the Grand Marquis in Old Bridge. Over 250 guests raised more than $55,000 to support the organization’s goal to bring a stateof the-art World Language Lab to the Holmdel School District. The event showcased the musical talent of members of the Holmdel High School jazz ensemble under the direction of John Koryat.
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A family square dance will be held 7:30- 10 p.m. May 21 at the Croydon Hall Senior Center, 900 Leonardville Road in Leonardo. Couples and singles welcome. Donation is $3. Children under 18 are free but must be accompanied by a parent. Refreshments will be provided. No experience needed. For more information and directions, call Betty at 732- 291-1188 or visit www.middletownramblers. org.
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Come out to the Lakewood Airport, 1900 Cedar Bridge Ave., from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 15 for National Learn to Fly Day. Join the Monmouth Area Flying Club for an introductory flight ($50) and learn what it takes to become a pilot. Details: the Monmouth Area Flying Club at membership@flymafc. com.
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Calvary United Methodist Church, Third and Osborn streets, Keyport, will hold a penny auction at 2 p.m. May 15. Donation is $5 and includes refreshments. Details: call Barbara at 732-290-7651.
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Newman Springs Dental Care is offering two $1,000 scholarships for Middletown Township high school graduating seniors planning a career in health care, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, chiropractic, physical therapy, and others. Applications are available at high school guidance departments and via email: scholarship@DrFriedman. biz. Applications must be received by May 27. Details: 732-741-6444 or www.NewmanSpringsDentalCare.com.
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The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter presents “Defining Dementia,” a free educational program for family caregivers, 6:30-7:30 p.m. May 26 at Brighton Gardens of Middletown, 620 State Highway 35 south. This program offers a better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other related disorders. To RSVP or for details: call the Alzheimer’s Association at 973- 586-4300.
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Holmdel Historical Society will present Richard Patterson, executive director of Old Barracks Museum, as the guest speaker at 7 p.m. May 18 in the Holmdel Senior Community Center, 4 Crawfords Corner Road. Patterson will present “The Common Soldier of the Revolutionary War.” Meetings are free and open to the public. Details: www.holmdelhistory.org or 732-946-2743.
The Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) Foundation and the Matawan Aberdeen 12U All-Star baseball team the Huskies will hold a yard sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 20 at 2 Cherry Hill Road (off Telegraph Hill Road) in Holmdel. Bag sale on May 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. To donate or for more information, call Darlene at 908-770-4769. All proceeds to benefit the SJS Foundation and the Huskies’ trip to Cooperstown.
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The Aberdeen Township Recreation Department has scheduled a July senior citizens trip to Philadelphia for a cruise on the spirit of Philadelphia. Nonresidents may sign up after the May 25 resident deadline. Cost is $39 for residents and $44 for nonresidents and includes a two-hour cruise, lunch and entertainment. Details: 732-583-4200, ext. 129.
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Faith Reformed Church, 215 Middle Road, Hazlet, will host a spaghetti dinner 4- 8 p.m. May 22, with all proceeds to go to the Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry Building Fund. Cost is $8, $5 for children, and includes pasta with meatballs, salad, dessert and beverage. Details: Faith Reformed Church 732- 888-0200.
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The Paper Moon Marionette Theatre at the First Avenue Playhouse, 123 First Ave., Atlantic Highlands, presents “Pinocchio” 2 p.m. May 15 and every Saturday through Aug. 7. Tickets are $9. Weekday performances are available for groups. Details: 732- 291-7552 or ww.firstavenueplayhouse.com.
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The Middletown Lions Club is offering two $500 scholarships to Middletown residents, based on financial need, academic merit, extracurricular activities and community service to graduating seniors. Contact your high school guidance office, the Middletown Lions Club, Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 75, Middletown, NJ 07748, or 732-615-0510 for an application. Deadline is May 21.
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Starbucks has partnered with Sylvia’s Children, a 501(c)3, to help raise funds for children in Africa. Sylvia’s Children is conducting a clothing drive at Starbucks locations in Matawan and Middletown through June 15. Items accepted are all types of usable and wearable clothing for all seasons, shoes, handbags, belts, small hard and soft toys, linens, draperies, comforters and small rugs. For a complete list visit www.sylviaschildren. org. For details, visit the website, call 732-946-2711 or email Sylvia@sylviaschildren. org.
Join the Holmdel VFW Post 5918 and the Holmdel Township Committee at 10:30 a.m. May 31 as they honor those who have served in all wars. The ceremony will be held at the Memorial Circle in front of Holmdel Town Hall. All are invited. Refreshments will be served. Details: call the Office of Parks & Recreation at 732-946- 2820, ext. 1225, or email [email protected].