Category: Independent Calendar
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Park system’s summer trips begin July 7
The Monmouth County Park System will offer various trips this summer beginning with a trip to the Kutztown (Pa.) German Festival July 7 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is $39 for transportation and festival admission. The festival features demonstrations of folk life and crafts skills, various foods, and a farmers market. A trip…
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Talk on ‘Struggle of the Jewish People’ July 8
Young Israel of Aberdeen, 479 Lloyd Road, Aberdeen, will welcome author and professor Dr. Eugene Narrett, presenting “Struggle of the Jewish People from Bar Kokhba to Israeli Independence” July 8 at 8 p.m. For more information, call (732) 583-6262 or visit www.YIaberdeen.com.
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Auditions
Allegro!, a choir comprised of 32 men and women, has openings for tenors, baritones and basses. Rehearsals are held at the Presbyterian Church, Manasquan. Details: Wende Deppeler, (732) 528-5945. Women of Song, a female vocal group, is seeking sopranos and altos. The group performs a variety of music. Rehearsals are held Friday mornings in the…
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Vendors, crafters sought for ‘SharkFest’
The Matawan Alliance is seeking sponsors and vendors for the second annual “SharkFest,” July 21 from 4-9 p.m. at Terhune Park, Main and South Streets (rain date July 22). Fees are $75 for nonfood and $95 for food vendors. Handcrafted items only are requested from crafts vendors. The free event will feature guest presenter Dr.…
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Blood drive at Matawan church July 10
New Jersey Blood Services will conduct a blood drive 3-8:30 p.m. July 10 at Most Holy Redeemer Church, 133 Amboy Road, Matawan. Blood and platelet donors must be at least age 17, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good general health. New Jersey Blood Services also offers a college scholarship program for students…
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Knights to hold breakfast, ‘Summertime Dinner’
St. Joseph’s Council No. 3402 Knights of Columbus, 54 Route 35 north, Keyport, will hold a “Second Sunday” breakfast July 8 from 8:30-11 a.m. The menu will include omelets, eggs, french toast, pancakes and other items. The cost is $5, $4 for seniors and children younger than age 10, and free for children younger than…
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Hazlet ‘Concerts in the Park’ begins July 10
Hazlet Recreation is presenting “Concerts in the Park” this summer, beginning with The Party Dolls July 10. The Soul Cruisers will perform July 24, the Classics Aug. 14, and The Infernos Aug. 28. The free concerts will be held at 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 1776 Union Ave. Attendees should bring chairs and blankets,…
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The Arc of Monmouth walk raises $40,000
The Arc of Monmouth’s ninth annual “Step Up for The Arc” walk held recently raised approximately $40,000 for individuals with cognitive disabilities. The event was held at Liberty Park II, Tinton Falls. Students and staff at St. Rose Elementary School, Belmar, also held a mini-walk at the school, which raised approximately $5,000 for The Arc.…
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Keyport Rec to show ‘Happy Feet’ June 28
The Keyport Recreation Committee will host an outdoor movie night of the film “Happy Feet,” June 28 at 8:30 p.m. at the football field at Keyport High School (rain date July 2). The movie about dancing penguins will be shown on a two-story screen with Looney-tunes cartoons shown in advance. “The Star Spangled Banner” will…
