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 Robert Fuchs of Vandaceous Orchids will be the guest speaker at the July 12 meeting of the Deep Cut Orchid Society. There will be a member show table and refreshments. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Monmouth Reform Temple, Tinton Falls. There is no charge. Details: 732-536-6215.

 The Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District Board of Education will hold a committee of the whole/regular board meeting at 7:30 p.m. July 12 at 54 Main St., Englishtown. The meeting was originally scheduled as a workshop meeting. The public may participate. Action may be taken.

 Allaire annual summer crafters’ market, featuring more than 125 craftsmen and artisans, demonstrations and food, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9 (rain date July 16) at the Historic Village of Allaire, Route 524 (Atlantic Avenue), Wall Township. Admission is $5 per car. Proceeds will benefit Allaire programs. Details: 732-919-3500.

 A charter fishing trip with Good Will Hook and Ladder (Freehold Fire Department) will depart from Point Pleasant on the Miss Michelle on July 17 from 3-8 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. The price is $75 per person. Reservations: 609-208-0489.

 Author Carey Wallace will discuss her debut novel, “The Blind Contessa’s New Machine,” at 10:30 a.m. July 20 at the Marlboro library, Wyncrest Road.

 Freehold High School class of 1991 is planning a reunion for July 22 at the American Hotel, Freehold Borough. The price per person is $60 and includes dinner and dancing. A cash bar will be available. For more information about the Freehold High School class of 1991 reunion, search Pam Novack Kleschinsky or Sally Kane Otero on Facebook.

 Bethel AME Church, Freehold, will host a dinner and dance gala from 8 p.m. to midnight July 8 at the Knob Hill Golf Club, Manalapan. Tickets for the semi-formal event are $70 per adult; $30 for young adults (12-20); and include a three-course meal, DJ, live entertainment ad door prizes. Call 732-462-0862 or 917-543-5276 for tickets.

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