Join Monmouth Medical Center pharmacistMonicaHariparsad, PharmD., 1 p.m. July 28 at SCAN Learning Center in the Monmouth Mall, Eatontown, for a program focusing on dosing, side effects, possible drug interactions and how to medicate with overthe counter drugs safely. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Advil, Aleve and Aspirin, will be addressed. Program is for those 50 and older. Registration required. Call 732-542- 1326.
***** Phil Benson of Ocean Township is recreating the Tour de France in central New Jersey by riding 2,247.5 miles in 21 days to support LIVESTRONG, Lance Armstrong’s charitable foundation. Benson, 64, who has completed over 50 marathons and the Hawaii Iron Man Triathlon, says this is the most grueling endurance test of his life. To follow his progress on the tour or to donate to LIVESTRONG, visit www.philbenson.blogspot.com or use the convenient link from Central Jersey Bank’s home page at www.cjbna.com.
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Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 26 on the Great Lawn at the Long Branch boardwalk.
MOCEANS Center for Independent Living Inc., which serves citizens with disabilities in Monmouth and Ocean counties, will honor Mayor Adam Schneider, Administrator Howard Wolley, Fire Official Kevin Hayes, Recreation Director Carl Jennings, and Public Works Director Fred Migliattio for their support. Details: 732-571-4884.
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The Wonder Bar in Asbury Park will host a benefit for Holiday Express noon to 6 p.m. July 25. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. Also, enjoy a reduced-price menu, cash bar and plenty of giveaways and raffles. For more information about Holiday Express and the bands, email ahadar@holidayexpress. org or call 732-544-8010.
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A free Lunch ’n’ Learn for Long Branch Senior Center members will be held noon to 1 p.m. July 26 at the Long Branch Senior Center. Martin P. Michalewski, M.D., will discuss “Advanced Treatment Options for Women: Urogynecology and Gynecology Solutions for Incontinence, Fibroids and Uterine, Bladder or Rectum Prolapse.” Lunch will be provided following the program. Preregistration is required for this event. Details: 732-571-6542. Membership is free and open to all Long Branch residents age 60 and older.
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St. Jerome Catholic Church, 254 Wall St., West Long Branch, will hold a prayer vigil 7- 8 p.m. July 26 in honor of the feast of St.Ann. All are invited. The service will close with Benediction. Light refreshments will be served following the vigil.
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Jersey Shore Rose Society, an affiliate of the American Rose Society, will meet Aug. 28 at the Kensington Court Community Room, 864 Shrewsbury Ave., Tinton Falls, at the following times: 12:30-1:30 p.m. (beginner clinic conducted by consulting Rosarians); 1:30-3:30 p.m. (main meeting, Tom Mayhew, rose judge and consulting Rosarian from the Philadelphia Rose Society will discuss photographing roses). Free. Details: 732- 688-4282, 732-836-9084 or www.jsroses.com/map.html.
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Jim Michaels, a certified tai chi instructor, will be at the Long Branch Senior Center 9- 10 a.m. July 27 to demonstrate the basics of tai chi and balance. This demonstration is free of charge and open to Long Branch Senior Center members. Membership is free and open to all Long Branch residents age 60 and older. Details: 732-571-6542.
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The Boardwalk Art Show will be held for the eighth year in historic Ocean Grove on July 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. The entries are varied and include oil and acrylic paintings, pastels, watercolor, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, photographs, paintings on floor cloths, jewelry, etchings and paper collage. Details: 732-774-1391 or visit www.oceangrovenj.com.
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NJ Blood Services, which supplies blood products and services to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives. Volunteers should have the ability to relate to the public, be able to perform different jobs as needed and have the willingness to follow the rules. Details: R. Jan Zepka, at 732-616-8741 or rzepka@nybloodcenter. org.
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“Hello Dolly” will be performed 8 p.m. Aug. 4 at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center at the JCC of Greater Monmouth County, 100 Grant Ave., Deal. A pre-theater private Jewish singles mixing and mingling will be held at 7 p.m. in the JCC library. The cost is $23 by Aug. 2 or $25 at the door. Mail your check to JCCWM, 100 Route 9, Suite 7 Manalapan, NJ 07726. To pay online, visit www.jccwm.org and click on Singles.