Wednesdays
Free Acoustic Open Mic Night and Poetry at Star Subs and Café in the Buckley Plaza 621 Route 130, Hamilton, will be hosted Wednesdays at 7 p.m. by American Idol contestant Bri Lobue. Audience and musicians are welcome. 609-333- 1230.
Fri., March 14
Storybooks in Action will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Come watch the animated version of a storybook and make a craft. For children ages 2 and up; children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult. Online registration begins on Feb. 28. Register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” Call 609-259-2150 with any questions.
The Robbinsville Education Foundation will hold its 11th annual Casino Night benefit at John Henry’s Stone Terrace in Hamilton Township. Tickets are $75. Visit www.refkids.org. The evening’s format will begin at 6 PM with a Hors d’oeuvres reception.. The recognition of the honoree will be at 6:30 PM followed by a buffet supper, and casino event. The evening will include a “Texas Hold ‘Em” poker tournament sponsored by Lighton Industries.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at 3:30 p.m. at Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Craft stations and a special treat to make and eat. Ages 4-10. Register either at the library, online ( http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
Mon., March 17
Movie Night: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2,” at 6:30 p.m. at the Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Rated PG. Please register either at the library, online ( www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
Tues., March 18
Kids’ Music Round will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. This is a music and movement class for children, 6 months and up, accompanied by an adult. Online registration begins on March 4.Register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” Call 609-259-2150 with any questions.
Victorian Magic at 2:30 p.m. at the Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. The NJ Theatre Alliance’s Stages Festival presents actor/magician Robert Aberdeen performs sleight of hand tricks, illusions, ventriloquism and more. The fun only increases with audience participation, so join us. Suitable for ages 4 and up. Register either at the library, online (www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
Tues., March 18
The Horsemen’s Association of Millstone Township (HAMT) meets at 7 p.m. at the Millstone Community Center on Stagecoach Road (next to the firehouse). Ken Thoman from the Monmouth County Parks will speak about trail development, descriptions and maintenance. We invite all who have an interest in horses to attend the meeting and learn about upcoming trail rides and other activities. Visit www.hamt.org.
Wednesdays
March 19, 26
Volunteers from AARP will offer Tax Help at Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Appointments are every half hour, with the last appointment at 12:30. Bring last year’s completed forms. Appointments are required. To register call 259-2150.
Sat., March 22
The Plumsted Business and Merchants Association will be holding a Spring Business Expo from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event is open to members and nonmembers. Cost: $40 for a table for members and $50 for nonmembers with a 50% discount for a second table. Registration forms will be available on-line beginning in February or you can email [email protected] and one will be sent to you – please provide full mailing address and name.
Drop in for a Spring Creation Station from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Children of all ages accompanied by an adult are invited to join us to create spring themed projects. Registration is not required.
Wed., March 26
Darrah Carr Irish Dance at 7 p.m. at at the Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Darrah Carr Dancers share Irish history, traditions and costumes through Irish dance. Lucky volunteers can join dancers on stage. Ages 5 and up. Register either at the library, online (www.theoceancountylibrary.org ), or over the phone. (609-758-7888).
Fri., March 28
Toddler Tunes will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. This music program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. Online registration begins on Mar. 14.Register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” Call 609-259-2150 with any questions.
Pasta Fest Family Dinner , sponsored by the Rotary Club of Robbinsville-Hamilton Sunrise, will take place from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Nottingham Ballroom, 200 Mercer St., Hamilton Sq. The event includes a Super 50/50, door prizes and live entertainment. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12; tickets are available at the door or by calling 609-584-7624. The fundraiser supports the club’s scholarship program for local students. Visit rhrotary.org.
Sat., March 29
Author, editor, and professor Lloyd Gardner will offer a new look at the 1932 Lindbergh kidnapping case, drawing on police and FBI files, at “The Case That Never Dies” at 2 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events.” Call 609-259-2150 with any questions.
Join Paper Bag Fun from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Children of all ages accompanied by an adult are invited to drop in and create paper bag faces. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.
Sun., March 30
The New Egypt Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will hold its annual chicken salad/bake sale and vendor show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New Egypt Firehouse on Main Street. Pre-orders for chicken salad must be placed by March 21. Costs are $6.50 a pint and $13 for a quart. For sale information, call Sarah Jo at 609-758-3260 or Debbie at 609-738-2241. For information on the vendor show, call Kim at 609-947-9883.
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 April through October, with the exception of July, 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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