“Brain Games: Keep the Mind Sharp,” an interactive presentation, will be offered at 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Plumsted Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Games and exercises will be played that stimulate and exercise different areas of the brain to help increase memory. Register in person or by phone at 609-758-7888.
Kind Heart Rescue, a sanctuary for homeless dogs and rabbits, is accepting donations of treats and new or gently used toys for bunnies and dogs. All donations will go to dogs and rabbits waiting for new homes. Donations can be dropped off at 3 Hyacinth Court, Cream Ridge. For additional information, go to www.kindheartrescue.com.
The Western Monmouth County Newcomers Club, a social women’s organization, seeks new members. Women searching for a new social outlet may join the members at one of the club’s monthly events. New members need not be new to the area. R.S.V.P. to 732-513-9776.
Equine veterinarian Dr. Laura Parisio of Colts Head Veterinary Services, Clarksburg, will present “Vaccinations in the Horse — What Every Horse Owner Needs to Know for Disease Prevention” at the Feb. 14 meeting of the Pleasure Horse Club to be held at the Millstone Township Community Center, 463 Stagecoach Road, Millstone (between the Millstone firehouse and the Clarksburg Inn). Entrance is in the rear of the building. The meeting will begin at 7:15 p.m. All horse owners and enthusiasts are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. Details: www.pleasurehorseclubcj.webs.com or 732-866- 164.
Learn About Chinese New Year at 4:15 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Allentown Library, 16 S. Main St., Allentown. Families and children are invited to find out all about the folklore and customs of the Chinese New Year with traditional stories, food and crafts. Open to all ages. Register at the library. Details: 609-259-7565.
Be My Valentine, a Valentine’s Day celebration with sentimental stories and a craft, for children ages 5 and up, will be held at 4:15 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Allentown Library, 16 S. Main St., Allentown. Register at the library. Details: 609-259-7565.
The winter session of Dancing by the Peddie Lake, a four-week class offering instruction in swing, fox trot, waltz and Latin dancing, will be held at 112 Etra Road, Hightstown. Classes will begin on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22 and continue for four weeks. Beginner classes start at 7:30 p.m., and intermediate classes begin at 8:30 p.m. Class size is limited. The cost is $56 per person for the four-week session. Candace Woodward-Clough, former director of the Ballroom Dance Department of the New York Health and Racquet Club, will be the instructor. Advance registration is required by calling 732-995-4284 or send an email to [email protected].
Stones, water and plants — the design elements of classic and modern Japanese gardens — will be the focus of the Feb. 7 meeting of the Allentown Garden Club. Brandon Forsht and Drew Sodo Hanson of the Boukakuan Japanese Tea House and Garden will lead a photo tour of some of the great gardens of Japan. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the Allentown Methodist Church, Church Street (next to LaPiazza). All are invited to attend. Details: Terry Brown, 609-259-0334.