Sat., Nov. 9
Bully Prevention will be held at 2 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Join The Bully Expert of Hamilton, and learn the first steps to take when confronted with a bully. Find out what children should and should not do when they are being bullied. Parents will have the opportunity to role-play with their children and learn some hands on self defense that can be used as a last resort. For children ages 5-10. Parents must be present. Online registration begins on Oct. 26 at www.mcl.org.
Mon., Nov. 11
The New Jersey Cranberry is the topic of a 7 p.m. program at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Cranberries were known by many names, such as bitter berry, bear berry and the marsh apple. Native Americans used them as food, medicine, and dyes long before the European settlers arrived. Learn their important history and sample some cranberry desserts . Please register either at the library, online ( http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
.Thurs., Nov. 14
The Allentown Garden Club will hear Pinelands Nursery owner Don Knezick discuss the benefits of using local seed source plants in large scale restoration projects as well as in residential landscapes. The 7 p.m. meeting will be at the Allentown Methodist Church on Church Street next to LaPiazza. All are welcome. Visit AllentownGardenClub.net, or call president Terry Brown at 259-0334.
Diabetes: Are You At Risk? at 7 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Nancy Rhodes, RN, MA, CDE, and Sandra Byer-Lubin, MS, RD, CDE, will show you how to lower your risk for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes, how to reduce the complications of diabetes, and how to incorporate low-glycemic foods into your diet. You can also take the American Diabetes Association’s risk quiz. Register online at http://www.mcl.org/www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events.” Call 609-259-2150 with any questions.
Fri., Nov. 15
The New Egypt Elks will host a handbag bingo at 7:30 p.m. at 105 Lakewood Road, New Egypt. Tickets are $30 for 10 games of bingo. 732-567-4895.
Sat., Nov. 16
Blood Drive, sponsored by the Millstone Township Girl Scouts in conjunction with the Central Jersey Blood Center. Donations can be made from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Millstone Township Community Center, Route 524, Clarksburg. All donors will be automatically entered into a sweepstakes to win a pair of tickets to the Super Bowl on Feb. 2 at MetLife Stadium. For official contest rules or to make an appointment, go to www.cjbcblood.org and use sponsor code 6175. While appointments are preferred, walk-ins are welcome. For information visit http://www.millstone.nj.us/events/blood_drive111613.pdf .
Plumsted Township is offering a free rabies clinic for dogs and cats from 9 to 11 a.m. at the New Egypt Firehouse, 59 Main St., New Egypt. Dogs should be brought on a short leash while cats must be in carriers or pillowcases. Bring pet’s last rabies certificate or current license. Participants do not need to be a Plumsted resident for their pet to receive a vaccination. Call 609-758-2241, ext. 131.
Mon., Nov. 18
Puppet Show: “A Bad Case of the Stripes” by David Shannon, will be performed at 2:30 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. All Camilla Cream wanted to do was fit in- but she had developed a rare and bad case of the stripes, causing her to change colors and patterns. Everyone was stumped — until a lady with a handful of lima beans set Camilla right. Presented by the OCL Puppet Players. Ages 3-6. Please register either at the library, online (www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
”Man of Steel,” will be screen 6:30 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Rated PG – 13. Please register either at the library, online ( http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
Tues., Nov. 19
At Geeks and Gadgets our library IT department geeks will help you figure out your gadgets — iPad, eBooks, Mac, PC, tablets — from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Bring in your electronic devices for troubleshooting, and get consumer tips if you’re considering purchasing a new computer or device. Registration is not required, but for best service, we suggest you email your questions to mailto:[email protected]@mcl.org at least a few days before the event. Call 609-259-2150 with any questions..
Recurring events
Winter storytime sessions at the Allentown Library. Stories, songs and fun activities every Thursday at the library at 16 S. Main St., Allentown. No registration required.
The schedule includes Good Morning Storytime from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. for ages 3 and under with a parent or caregiver (siblings welcome); Preschool Storytime from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for ages 3 to 5; and Family Storytime from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. for all ages.
For more information, call the library at 609-259-7565.
Weekly senior games. Plumsted Senior Outreach Services, Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m., Plumsted Municipal Building lower level via elevator, 121 Evergreen Road.
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 a message.
Senior exercise classes, sponsored by the Plumsted Senior Outreach Service, at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the lower level of the Plumsted Municipal Building, 121 Evergreen Road.
All new participants are required to submit a doctor’s permission form. To register, call 609-758-2241, ext. 111.
Mid-day Toastmasters Club. Meets 11:30 a.m. second and fourth Tuesdays each month at Robbinsville Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Allentown-Robbinsville Road. Contact Jim Samuel at [email protected].
The Good Neighbor Fund assists area residents with emergency needs such as utility, rent and medical bills. To donate, mail a check payable to Good Neighbor Fund in care of Allentown Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 122, Allentown, 08501.
Plumsted TNR Committee. Plumsted Trap, Neuter and Return Committee every Sunday 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., New Egypt Flea Market, 933 Route 536, Plumsted.
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 [email protected].
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 [email protected] or www.millstone.nj.us/Moms_Club.html.
Discussing books. Meets 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.
Book collection. Every first Saturday of the month from May through October the Friends of the Plumsted Township Library will be collecting used books for future book sales. Fiction, nonfiction, large print, children’s, CDs, DVDs, audio books and jigsaw puzzles are accepted. Do not donate soiled, mildewed items. Videotapes, Readers Digest condensed books, magazines or encyclopedias are not accepted.
Drop off books behind the Plumsted Township Library on Evergreen Road the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Do not leave items if no one is present.Call 609-758-0009 or 732-580-5600 or email [email protected].
Veterans wanted. The Robbinsville American Legion Post 530 meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Robbins House, 245 Windsor Road, Windsor, 08691. If interested in joining and becoming involved or if you just want to take a look, call Mel Boyce at 609-306-1496 for more information.
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