The Jersey Shore Association for Human Resources will host its annual legal seminar sponsored and presented by attorneys in the Jackson Lewis law firm from 8:30 a.m. to noon Nov. 10 at Jumping Brook Country Club, Neptune.
The registration fee for the seminar and a full buffet breakfast is $60 for JSAHR members, $90 for nonmembers, and $50 for those in (job) transition. Call Kathi Evans at 732-270-5204 to register. Approval for three credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification is pending.
Topics include recent court decisions impacting New Jersey employers, social media in the workplace, the impact of the National Labor Relations Board activities and decisions on all employers, and wage and hour issues. Richard Cino, Justin Cutlip, Jason Gavejian and Stacy Mikulik, attorneys in the law firm of Jackson Lewis, will be the presenters.
Marbles: The Brain Store, a specialty retailer with a smart collection of games, puzzles, books and software designed to stimulate and strengthen the brain, recently opened its third New Jersey location at Freehold Raceway Mall in Freehold Township. Marbles: The Brain Store works with experts in the field of brain health and wellness for product selection and divides its stores into sections focused on specific areas of the brain: coordination, critical thinking, memory, visual perception and word skills. For more information, visit www.marblesthebrainstore.com.
The New School of Monmouth County will host an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 29. Nestled in the heart of Holmdel, the New School of Monmouth County has successfully educated scores of children since 1969. At the New School of Monmouth County, small, multi-aged classrooms provide an intimate setting where students receive individualized attention from teachers, learn from each other, are responsible for each other, and gain a new perspective on what it means to belong to a group larger than just one’s peers. The school uses project-based learning which takes into consideration the input of students, allowing for a deeper understanding of the subjects being taught. The New School of Monmouth County welcomes those interested to speak to director Susan Chilvers and socialize with currently enrolled families along with some graduates. Details: 732-787-7900.
IHOP restaurants nationwide will celebrate Halloween a little early this year, offering children age 12 and under a free Scary Face Pancake as part of its “No Tricks — Just Treats” program designed to provide children with a safe and fun Halloween event. The “design-your-own” Scary Face Pancake includes an oversized signature buttermilk pancake with a whipped topping mouth and strawberry nose, served with two mini Oreo cookies and candy corn on the side to allow children to create their own Halloween hotcake. The Marlboro IHOP, 12 Route 9 north, (near Costco), will be participating in this program from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 28. Details: 732-617-9023.
tasti D.lite will hold a grand opening on Oct 29 at its location in Marlboro. tasti D.lite is a low calorie frozen dessert store that features more than 100 flavors, selfserve, as well as shakes, smoothies, crepes, cakes, hot and cold coffee drinks. Open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday until midnight, Sunday until 10 p.m. The store owners are Mike and Debbie Schreiber. Debbie is also the owner of the Party Bus. Mike is a businessman in the area. tasti D.lite is in the CVS shopping center at Route 9 south and Texas Road, Marlboro.
A Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours networking event will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 1 at Brunswick Bank and Trust Company, 444W. Main St., Freehold Township. All are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine, hors d’oeuvres provided by Solla Bella Restaurant of Jackson, and networking. Admission: $10 for chamber members, $15 for nonmembers. Details: 732-462-3030.
Tender Smiles4Kids, 122 Professional View Drive, Freehold Township, will host a Halloween candy buy back event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 2. People from all over are invited to bring unopened Halloween candy and receive $1 for every pound (up to 5 pounds per person) donated. Candy will be shipped toAmerican troops serving overseas. Details: 732-625-8080.
The Hire a Veteran Job Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9 in recognition of Veterans Day. Businesses or organizations seeking qualified men and women returning to the work force after serving in the military may rent exhibit tables at the event. Veterans will have an opportunity to seek employment directly from employers, attend employment-related workshops, and find out about personal services available to them. The Hire a Veteran Job Fair will be held at the Merri-Makers catering facility at the PNC Bank Reception Center, Exit 116 off the Garden State Parkway, Holmdel. Exhibit tables are available for $200 each to those employers seeking well-qualified men and women in the military who have returned home. The $200 fee will be donated to the G.I. Go Fund, a nonprofit troop support organization that helps military veterans and their spouses find jobs. Register online at WRAT.com or at MagicVariety.com to reserve a table.