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 The Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, will present “Make it! Nautical Necklaces” at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 22. Supplies will be provided for this free class for adults 18 and older. Details: 732-928- 4400 or www.theoceancountylibrary.org

 The Immanuel Bible Church soup kitchen will serve dinner from 5-6:45 p.m. Sept. 21 at 1244 West Farms Road, Howell. Details: 732-431-0299 or www.ibcnj.org

 The Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, will present “Make it! Beeswax Candles” at 2 p.m. Sept. 26. Supplies will be provided for this free class for adults 18 and older. Details: 732-928-4400 or www.theoceancountylibrary.org

 The Howell Library, 318 Old Tavern Road, Howell, will host a free college financial planning workshop at 7 p.m. Sept. 22. Chuck Drawbaugh, founder and president of College Funding Associates, Rumson, will speak. Details: 732-938-2300.

 Saint Monica’s Knights of Columbus Council 11529, Jackson, will hold its ninth annual rubber duck race at 11 a.m. Oct. 17 at Pine Park, Lakewood. Adopt a rubber duck for $10 and have a chance to win prizes while supporting local charities. The event will also include food, face painting and games. Corporate and individual sponsorships are available. Details: 609-458-8810.

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