Thurs., May 10
”Mommy & Me Sing-a-long”: 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Allentown Library, 16 So. Main St., Allentown. Sing, shake and strum with Kim Yarson and her guitar. For more information call the library at 609-259-7565.
The Pleasure Horse Club of Central Jersey meeting: 7:15 p.m., Millstone Community Center, 463 Stage Coach Road, Clarksburg section of Millstone Township. Horse owners and enthusiasts alike are invited to share their enjoyment of the world of horses. Throughout the year, the club hosts fun family-oriented events, equine guest speakers and several “pleasure” horse trail rides. For more information, contact Marion at 732-866-1641 or go to www.PleasurehorseClubcj.webs.com.
Learn Garden Photography Tips: 7 p.m., Allentown Garden Club monthly meeting, Allentown United Methodist Church, 23 Church St., Allentown. Local artist and Allentown Garden Club member Erica O’Rourke will present a slide show of her work to provide tips on great garden photography. The public is welcome to attend this free program. For more information, go to www.AllentownGardenClub.org or call John Brandauer at 609-259-7640.
Fri., May 11
Free Night at the Movies (Outdoor): 7:30 p.m., Tantum Park, Meadowbrook Road, Robbinsville. The township recreation department and Robbinsville Little League present “Despicable Me”(PG) at about 7:30 p.m., or after the conclusion of the 6 p.m. game on Field 1. Bring a blanket or chair. The RLL concession stand will be open all evening for the purchase of food and drinks. For information, call 918-0002, ext. 120 or e-mail rec@robbinsville-twp.org.
Sat., May 12
Free Military Air Show: Gates open 8 a.m., close 6 p.m., Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. The U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds will showcase their world famous aerial demonstrations to the public at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst’s 2012 open house and air show May 12 & 13. For information on directions, parking and performances, go online to www.jbmdlopenhouse.com.
U.S. Equestrian Federation Trials for the Summer Olympics: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Horse Park of New Jersey, 626 Route 524, Upper Freehold. This event is open to the public and features three phases of competition: dressage (a form of “horse ballet”), cross country jumping, and show jumping in the arena. There will also be vendors, crafters, food, pony rides, 4H, a salute to veterans, prizes and more. Cost: $10 per car. For more info, go to www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.
New Egypt Day: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oakford Lake Park and the Presbyterian Church grounds on Front Street. The event, sponsored by Main Street New Egypt, Plumsted Township, and the Plumsted Business and Merchants Association, features face-painting, pony rides, inflatable rides, a trackless train, paddle boats on the lake, food, music, and vendors. Free admission, but a $6 per child wristband is required for unlimited kids’ activities. For more information, or to request a vendor application, contact Peter Ylvisaker at Main Street New Egypt at 609-758-7539 ext. 132, or e-mail peterylvisaker@aol.com.
Residential Document Shredding: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lakeview Drive and Oakford Avenue. Event provides residents and taxpayers with a safe way to recycle old documents and files. No more than six bags of documents per vehicle; no X-rays, floppy disks, CDs or file folders. For more information, call the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at 732-506-5047.
Sun., May 13
Free Military Air Show: Gates open 8 a.m., close 6 p.m., Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. The U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds will showcase their world famous aerial demonstrations to the public at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst’s 2012 open house and air show May 12 & 13. For information on directions, parking and performances, go online to www.jbmdlopenhouse.com.
U.S. Equestrian Federation Trials for the Summer Olympics: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Horse Park of New Jersey, 626 Route 524, Upper Freehold. This event is open to the public and features three phases of competition: dressage (a form of “horse ballet”), cross country jumping, and show jumping in the arena. There will also be vendors, crafters, food, pony rides, 4H, a medieval jousting demonstration (May 13 only), a salute to veterans, prizes and more. Cost: $10 per car. For more info, go to www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.
Tues., May 15
Horse Trailer Maintenance & Safety seminar: 8 p.m., Millstone Community Center, Stage Coach Road, Millstone. Guest speaker John “Yunch” Szabo from Hecht Trailers will speak at The Horsemen’s Association of Millstone Township (HAMT) monthly meeting. (Meeting begins at 7 p.m.) Refreshments will be served. The meeting is open to all. For more information, visit www.hamt.org.
Fri., May 18
”Spend Awhile on the Nile”: 7:30 p.m., Allentown Presbyterian Church (sanctuary), 20 High St., Allentown. A free ROCK choir musical performed by third- through sixth-graders. For more information, call 609-259-7289 or go to www.allentownpresbyterian.org.
Sat., May 19
Foxmoor Community Yard Sale: 8 a.m., Foxmoor recreation field between Washington and Hutchinson roads. No charge to set up. For more information, call Roland at 609-448-0171.
Senior Center Open House: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Robbinsville Senior Center, 117 Route 130 (entrance on Robbinsville-Allentown Road), Robbinsville. The festivities will include: DJ, giveaways, tours, refreshments, food, prize drawings, bocce and more! Everyone is welcome. Bring a neighbor, friend, or family member with you to experience all the activities available. For information, call the Senior Center at 609-259-1567 or e-mail ReneeB@robbinsville-twp.org.
Sun., May 20
”Spend Awhile on the Nile”: performances at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Allentown Presbyterian Church (sanctuary), 20 High St., Allentown. A free ROCK choir musical performed by third- through sixth-graders. For more information, call 609-259-7289 or go to www.allentownpresbyterian.org.
Hair of the Dog 5K Race: 10 a.m. Silver Decoy Winery, 610 Windsor-Perrineville Road, Robbinsville. Fundraiser benefits local animal rescue groups. Race fee is $25 by May 1 and $30 afterward. Dogs on leashes (non-retractable type) are welcome to walk and/or run in 5K. The public is welcome to watch the race and afterward enjoy wine, beer, music, great food, prizes/giveaways at Chesterfest on the winery grounds. No charge for public to watch race or attend Chesterfest. For more information, go to www.hairofthedog5k.com.
Tues., May 22
9th Annual Golf Classic: 1 p.m. shotgun start, Mercer Oaks, 725 Village Road,West Windsor. A fundraiser sponsored by the Robbinsville Education Foundation to fund a pre-engineering program at the middle school. Admission for individual golfers, which includes dinner and a buffet lunch, is $150. Dinner only is $50. For information go to the foundation’s Web site, www.refkids.org., or call Debbie Baer at 609-731-7951 or Jodi Stephens at 609-371-0071.
Wed., May 23
Bike Night: 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Byron Johnson Recreation Area, Ellisdale Road, Upper Freehold. Presented by the Upper Freehold Allentown Alliance to Prevent Alcoholism & Drug Abuse. Judging and awards will be given for American motorcycles and metric bikes. Music, food, beverages and vendors on site. Free admission, but donations welcome. For more information, call 609-570-5376.
Mon., May 28
Millstone Memorial Day Parade: 10 a.m. rain or shine (parade line-up begins at 9:15 a.m., Clarksburg Post Office). All residents and veterans are welcome to join the Millstone Township Veterans’ Memorial Council for a free barbecue at the Clarksburg Inn afterward. To participate in the parade, or to obtain more information, contact Bill Nurko at 609-443-1974.
Allentown Memorial Day Parade: 10 a.m., Main & High Streets, Allentown. Parade sponsored by the Allentown Lions’ Club and led by Grand Marshal Janice Schmitt. Event features active and retired military personnel, AHS Redbird marching band, Ancient Order of Hibernians bagpipe band and more. Bicycle decorating contest for children sponsored by the Allentown Business Community Association. For further information, go to www.allentownlions.com.
Plumsted Memorial Day Parade: 1 p.m., New Egypt. The parade starts at North Main Street and Bright Road, continues along Main Street and Jacobstown Road to Meadowbrook Lane where the march ends at the American Legion headquarters. The American Legion and other organizations will host the Memorial Day Services after the parade concludes. For information on participating in the parade, call Peter Ylvisaker at 609-758-7539, ext. 132.
Fri., June 1
Poetry Fundraiser: 7 p.m., Millstone Firehouse, 461 Stage Coach Road, Clarksburg. All proceeds benefit the Millstone Fire Company’s Ladies’ Auxiliary. Admission: $5. Participants in poetry readings are free. Refreshments included. For more information, call Laura Steeb at 908-415- 8330 or Laurasteeb@aol.com.
Sat., June 2
Garden State Debate League Tournament: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Stone Bridge Middle School, 1252 Yardville-Allentown Road, Upper Freehold. The public is invited to watch 80 students from six middle schools, including Stone Bridge, compete. For more information about the Middle School Debate program sponsored by Claremont McKenna College, go to http://middleschooldebate.com/index.htm
Sun., June 3
6th Annual Clambake Fundraiser to benefit the Millstone Township Open Space & Farmland Preservation Council: Wagner Farm Park, Millstone. First seating 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; second seating 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Eat-in or takeout). Tickets cost $30 for adults and $10 for children (limited kids menu) if ordered by May 21; $35 for adults after May 21. To purchase tickets or become a sponsor of this event, contact Lori Maher at 732-446-4249 et 1103 or e-mail L-Maher@millstone.nj.us.
Sat., June 9
Robbinsville Community Festival: 2 p.m., Community Park, West Manor Way & Gordon Road, Robbinsville. Children’s amusements, games & contests, “prize alley,” a food court, pony rides, entertainers, and much more fun for the whole family. Live music all day featuring the Princeton School of Rock, RHS Marching Band, the Billy Walton Band and the Ernie White Band. Fireworks display at night to cap the festivities. Free admission. Rain date: Sunday, June 10. For information, go to www.robbinsville-twp.org/ccs_files/documents/Spring-SummerNews%202012.pdf.
Thurs., June 14
Rabies Clinic: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Millstone Township Public Works garage, 899 Perrineville Road. For information, call 732-446-3402.
Sun., June 17
Fishing Derby: 8 a.m. to noon, Town Center Lake Gazebo, Lake Drive, Robbinsville. The Robbinsville Municipal Alliance against Alcoholism and Drug Abuse presents the first annual Father’s Day Fishing Derby at the lake, which will be fully stocked with fish. (Catch and release). Prizes for the biggest fish and most fish caught will be awarded. Food and drink will be provided throughout the day at a nominal cost. For information, call 609-918-0002, ext. 120.
Continuing events
Books Wanted: The Friends of the Plumsted Township Library is collecting gently used books for its book sale in November. Donate fiction, nonfiction, large print, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, audio books and puzzles. No videotapes, Readers Digest condensed books, magazines, or encyclopedias. Drop off between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month — May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 1, and Oct. 6 — at the Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road. Do not leave items if no one is present. For more information, call 609-758-0009 or 732-580-5600 or e-mail plumstedfriends@verizon.net.
The Robbinsville Municipal Alliance against Alcoholism and Drug Abuse works to combat substance abuse through education and by creating a forum for shared ideas among the many hands of government that touch lives affected by drugs or alcohol. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at 1 Washington Blvd., Robbinsville. For information, e-mail Shaina Ciaccio at shainaciaccio@ymail.com.
Weekly senior games: Plumsted Senior Outreach Services, Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Plumsted Municipal Building lower level via elevator, 121 Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Play a different game every week including Scrabble, bingo, board and card games and dominoes. For further information, call 609-758-2241, ext. 111, and leave message.
Mid-day Toastmasters Club: 11:30 a.m., second and fourth Tuesdays each month at Robbinsville Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Allentown-Robbinsville Road., Robbinsville. For information, contact Jim Samuel at db2guy@yahoo.com.
Good Neighbor Fund: assists area residents with emergency needs such as utility, rent and medical bills. To make donation, mail check payable to the Good Neighbor Fund in care of Allentown Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 122, Allentown, 08501.
Plumsted TNR Committee: 7-10 a.m., Plumsted Trap, Neuter and Return Committee every Sunday at the New Egypt Flea Market, 933 Route 536, New Egypt.
MOMS Club of Upper Freehold/Allentown: first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Allentown Presbyterian Church, 20 High St.; for information, contact Barbara Nissinger or Jen Domen at ufamomsclub@hotmail.com.
Millstone MOMS: 10 a.m., MOMS Club of Millstone Township, second Thursday of each month; for information, contact Melanie Sullivan at 732-851-5559 or melansulli@yahoo.com or www.millstone.nj.us/Moms_Club.html.
Discussing books: 6:30 p.m., Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, first Wednesday of the month; registration can be done in person, by phone at 609-758-7888 or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org.
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