Category: Independent Calendar

  • Seniors’ club accepting reservations for trips

    Reservations and deposits are now being accepted for the Hazlet Township Senior Citizens Club’s trip to the Tropicana, Atlantic City, set for Feb. 3 and 4. The cost is $90 and covers two buffets, a show, and two $10 comps. Reservations are also being accepted for a trip to Pine Grove Dude Ranch, Kerhonkson, N.Y.,…

  • ‘Ramanessin End-to-End Hike’ slated for Dec. 4

    The Holmdel Environmental Commission will sponsor a “Ramanessin Brook Greenway End-to-End Hike” Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or a half-day option from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (rain or shine). The free walk will begin at the shelter building at Holmdel Park and continue the entire length of the greenway from Phillips…

  • ‘Alternative Christmas Fair’ at Holmdel church

    Holmdel Community Church, 40 Main St., will hold an “Alternative Christmas Fair” Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Items for sale include tree ornaments, gift labels and Christmas cards, with proceeds benefiting Heifer Project International. The children of the church will perform a Christmas pageant Dec. 12 during the 10 a.m. service, and all are welcome.…

  • Holiday bazaar at Calvary Church Dec. 4

    Calvary United Methodist Church, 41 Osborn St., Keyport, will hold a holiday bazaar Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event will feature Christmas items, a white elephant table, toys, games and other items. For more information, call the church, (732) 264-1492.

  • Breakfast With Santa Dec. 4, 11 and 18

    Keyport Business Alliance will host a breakfast with Santa Dec. 4, 11 and 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at IHOP, Keyport Stop Plaza, routes 35 and 36. Selections from the children’s menu will be specially priced at $2.99, and parents may order from the adult menu. Parents are welcome to bring cameras. Reservations are…

  • ‘The December Dilemma’ at temple Dec. 12

    Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen, will present “The December Dilemma,” a discussion focusing on the issues faced by interfaith families, Dec. 12 at 10 a.m. The free program is open to the public. For more information, call Vanda at the temple, (732) 566-2621.

  • Church to sponsor tree for the homeless, cookie walk

    Trinity Episcopal Church, 18 Ryers Lane, Matawan, is conducting its “Tree for the Homeless” effort through Dec. 14. Donations of mittens, gloves, hats, scarves and socks are accepted, and may be dropped off at the church. The church will hold its annual “Cookie Walk” and Christmas fair Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.…

  • Reservation deadline Dec. 11 for singles party

    Victory Christian Singles will hold a singles Christmas party Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m.. Reservations are required by Dec. 11. The party will be held at St. Clement’s Banquet Center, 172 Freneau Ave., Matawan. The cost is $30 per person and includes an “all you can eat” dinner buffet, Christian music by the Crosstones, and…

  • Poricy Park ‘Leftovers Hike’ slated for Nov. 26

    Poricy Park will hold a “Leftovers Hike” Nov. 26 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The free hike will explore the park and end at Murray farmhouse, which will be open for informal tours. The park’s annual holiday shop will also be set up at the Annex. No registration is required. “Looking for the Past: Artifacts from the…