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  • Curtain to rise on Monroe author’s play

    Jemma Nigh Productions will present several upcoming performances of “Sisters in Pain,” a satire by Monroe author Myra Danon. The schedule is as follows:  July 23 — 7 p.m., Mercer County Library, Twin Rivers Branch, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor;  Aug. 13 — 7 p.m., Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan;…

  • Country superstar is not ready to fold ‘em yet

    Kenny Rogers will hold concert in Ocean Grove on Saturday By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Country superstar Kenny Rogers will perform in Ocean Grove and Atlantic City this weekend, just after publicly announcing his first Christmas album in 17 years. PHOTO COURTESY OF WEBSTER PUBLIC RELATIONS Kenny Rogers is celebrating Christmas in July. The famed…

  • Golf benefit to support therapeutic program

    Aberdeen Township, in cooperation with Hazlet, Matawan and Holmdel, will serve as the host of a golf benefit on Aug. 17 in support of the Hazlet, Holmdel, Aberdeen and Matawan (H.A.M.) Therapeutic Recreation Program. The golf outing will be held at the Pebble Creek Golf Club, 40 Route 537, Colts Neck. Breakfast and registration begin…

  • Seniors plan trip to see ‘West Side Story’

    The Our Lady of Victories Senior Group is sponsoring a trip to see “West Side Story” at the Dutch Apple Theater in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on Aug. 19. The trip includes the theater ticket, buffet lunch, bus transportation, driver gratuity and snacks. To make a reservation call, Geri at 732- 257-4351.

  • Learn about square dancing at open house

    A Square Dance Open House will be held from 7:30-10 p.m. July 24 at the Croydon Hall Senior Center, 900 Leonardville Road, Leonardo. The event is sponsored by the Middletown Ramblers Square Dance Club, which invites attendees to see why square dancing is a great way to stay in shape, have fun and meet friendly…

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    RAY CHISTE Colorful zinnias bloom on a commercial flower farm in western Monmouth County on July 12.

  • House Tour set for this Friday in Ocean Grove

    OCEAN GROVE — The Historical Society of Ocean Grove will host the 47th annual House Tour from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 17. The selfguided tour will begin at the Historical Society of Ocean Grove Museum at 50 Pitman Ave. Transportation to tour stops will be available for this rain-or-shine event. View eight historic…

  • Victoria I. (Weber) Burlew

    Victoria I. (Weber) Burlew died on July 7, 2015, at Hamilton Place at The Pines at Whiting, Manchester Township, New Jerey. She was 97. She is happy to finally be home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born in Brooklyn, she resided in Old Bridge for 74 years until moving to Manchester Township in…

  • Pallone seeks hopefuls for service academies

    Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. (D-6) will host his annual U.S. Service Academy Day at 10 a.m. Sept. 26 at the Naval Weapons Station Earle, 801 Route 36, Leonardo. Presentations will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. The event will provide a forum for students who are interested in attending one of the prestigious U.S. service academies.…