Event honors memory of Howell soldier

The second annual Toast to Dennis (formerly called Run with Dennis) will be held June 26 at the riverside home of Randy and Maureen MacDonald of Rumson.

1st Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II, U.S. Army, of Howell, was killed in action while deployed in Iraq on Nov. 19, 2005.

The Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial was created and founded in 2006 in order to honor Zilinski’s memory and spirit for life while improving the morale and welfare of members of the U.S. armed forces and their families.

The event also provides scholarships that invest in the future of high school students who embody the leadership qualities and community spirit of Lt. Zilinski. Details: www.runwithdennis.org.

Donations may be sent to: Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 35, Holmdel, NJ 07733.

A “Give a Pint, Get a Pint” blood drive will be held from 3-7 p.m. July 13 at the American Hotel, Freehold. Those who give a pint of blood will get a pint of beer and 25 percent off their next dinner at the Market Yard Grille. Details: 732-431-3220.