A “Networking Extravaganza” featuring a free business card exchange and speed networking will be hosted by the “Fore Your Success” BNI chapter from 7-8:30 p.m. June 9 at the Knob Hill Golf Course clubhouse, Manalapan. The event will include appetizers and light fare, door prizes and raffles, plus a cash bar. For details or to RSVP, [email protected]. Bring business cards for networking.
Lynn Mele of Millstone Township has announced the grand opening of Zumba fitness classes to be held at the Freehold Township Independent Fire Company No. 1, Siloam Road, Freehold Township. Zumba fitness classes will be offered on Monday and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. beginning June 6. Free gifts will be given to the first 50 people, plus door prizes and more. Single class price is $10, but reduced rate class cards will be available starting at $7 per class if registering for 20 classes, $8 if registering for 10 classes. Details: 908-692- 5589. Mele, a licensed Zumba fitness instructor and a nationally certified group fitness instructor and personal trainer, has been working in the fitness industry since 2004.
The owners of Batteries Plus of Manalapan, 100 Route 9 north, Manalapan, have joined the “Time to Care” campaign. The battery retailer has teamed up with USA Cares, a nonprofit organization that helps post-9/11 military service members, veterans and their families with basic financial needs.
The “Time to Care” campaign’s goal is to raise awareness about all USA Cares efforts, and the Jobs for Vets program in particular, by helping to raise funds to help veterans get placed back into the work force after serving the nation.
FromMay 24-30, Batteries Plus of Manalapan will be donating $5 of each regular and lifetime watch battery replacement to USA Cares, and accepting “in-kind” donations from customers which will benefit USA Cares.
Batteries Plus will also be contributing $1 for every person who “likes” the Batteries Plus Facebook page and “supports” the USA Cares Jobs for Vets Cause page – up to $25,000. For more information, visit http://tinyurl.com/5unmoa8.
“Veterans are near and dear to Batteries Plus’ heart,” said Phillip Thompson, the owner of the Batteries Plus in Manalapan. “Many of our franchisees are veterans and many of our stores employ veterans. They are a valuable addition to the Batteries Plus family because of their strong work ethic, loyalty and discipline.”
Batteries Plus is the nation’s largest and fastest growing battery retailer, selling more than 50 million batteries per year, according to a press release.
UK Hair Company is celebrating its grand opening at 4240 Route 9 south, Howell (Candlewood shopping center). The hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday by appointment . UK Hair Company’s owners and founders, Jo and Jennifer Hendley (formerly of Metro Hair Salon, Marlboro,) and
Martin Dring (former owner of John Martin Hair Company, East Brunswick) say they have created a salon based around the concept that hair is a medium for an artist to create a shape, style and color that is both specifically crafted for, and individually suited to, a single client’s own hair, taste and sense of style. UK Hair Company invites the public to receive a complimentary consultation with any staff member, or to schedule an appointment, by calling 732- 961-7997.
MOCEANS Center for Independent Living Inc. is a nonprofit organization that offers a variety of programs and services to people with all types of disabilities in Monmouth and Ocean counties. The organization’s mission is to support and promote choice, independence and self-determination in the lives of all people with disabilities. Consumer services and programs include, but are not limited to advocacy (individual and systems); independent living skills training; information and referral; and peer support.
The organization offers personal assistance services to people with a permanent physical disability who need assistance with personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation and shopping.
The organization’s self-advocacy program assists special education students with transitioning and preparing for a productive life after graduation.
Anyone with a disability may take advantage of the organization’s programs and services. In addition, directors are reaching out to the Hispanic population. Staff members are available to assist individuals who speak Spanish. For more information, call the Monmouth County office 732-571-4884 or the Ocean County office at 732-505- 2310, or visit www.moceanscil.org
Investors Savings Bank has announced the addition of retail banking veteran Shari Scaramuzzo of Freehold as assistant vice president and branch manager of the bank’s new Freehold location at 21 W. Main St. in Downtown Freehold. The branch opened on April 19. Scaramuzzo will oversee branch growth and business development. Prior to joining Investors, Scaramuzzo spent 18 years with Sovereign Bank in positions that included branch manager and sales performance consultant. Investors Savings Bank, headquartered in Short Hills, is a fullservice community bank that has been serving customers since 1926.
The Freehold Networking Group Chapter of Business Networking International (BNI) will host a fundraiser and networking event to benefit the disaster relief efforts in Japan. The benefit will be held from 7-10 p.m. June 30 at Bella Vista Country Club, Marlboro. Tickets are $20 per person and include a cocktail buffet-style reception, DJ entertainment, a gift auction with prizes and giveaways and an opportunity to network with professionals in the local community. For tickets, event information or to sponsor a table or make a donation, call 973-207-6834. BNI is a business-networking organization that offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals with exclusivity.