• "Risk Factors of Heart Disease," a free lecture, will be presented by cardiologist Dr. Joseph Clemente, Feb. 18, 7 p.m. at Freehold Gardens Hotel, Gibson Place, Freehold Township. To register, call Meridian Health Line, (800) 560-9990.
• Life After Divorce, a nonprofit support group that emphasizes socialization within the group and issues that may arise living as a single person, will meet Feb. 18 (every Wednesday) at 7:15 p.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters, Manalapan. Details: (732) 786-8425.
• An authentic Polish dinner will be served by Freehold Elks Lodge No. 1454 Feb. 20 from 6-8 p.m. at the lodge, 73 E. Main St., Freehold. The cost is $10 and the menu offers pierogi, kielbasa, stuffed cabbage and homemade dessert, coffee or tea. All are welcome. Details: (732) 431-8707.
• Garden State Horror Writers will meet Feb. 21, 11 a.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters, Manal-apan. At noon, Don D’Auria, a senior editor at Leisure Books, will offer tips for writers on how to navigate the world of mass-market publishing. Guests, new members are welcome. Details: (973) 625-9512.
• Young Widow-Widowers social group will host its ninth anniversary dinner party Feb. 21, 7-11 p.m. at Old Orchard Manor, Route 71, Long Branch. The cost is $40 per person for dinner, cash bar and DJ. Details: (732) 870-9310.