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Allentown Art Guild slates presentation
Artist D.J. Haslett will give a presentation on found-object art titled “Assemblage, Three Dimensional Ideas” at the Aug. 20 Allentown Art Guild meeting. Haslett will give a brief background on found-object artists Kurt Schwitters, Louise Nevelson and Joseph Cornell, along with discussing his inspiration and process for creating his own pieces, some of which will…
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Move a flamingo flock for Allentown library
The Allentown Public Library Association has kicked off its annual summer fundraising event. For a $35 donation, the association sends its flock of pink, plastic flamingos to any local address for three days. Those sending the flock can deliver a personal message or remain anonymous. For a $25 donation, homeowners can keep the flock off…
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Event for families affected by autism
The fifth annual New Jersey Shore Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place Oct. 2 at the Great Lawn, Pier Village, Long Branch. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work. The event offers a safe and fun day for families impacted by autism, including a 2- to 3-mile walk…
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St. Andrew’s Church celebrates 130 years
St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church in Jobstown will celebrate its 130th anniversary with a family mass at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 12. The church will also celebrate its anniversary with a picnic at Springfield Township Veterans Memorial Park from noon to 5 p.m. All are welcome to join in the day of fun, food and fellowship.…
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Learn about small business loans Aug. 20
Area small business owners and entrepreneurs will have an opportunity Aug. 20 to meet with representatives from several of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s top New Jersey lenders to discuss the availability of SBA-backed loans for their businesses or new ventures. The conference will be held 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Brookdale Community College,…
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American Girl Fashion Show coming in Oct.
Make reservations for the American Girl Fashion Show to benefit Special Olympics New Jersey starting Sept. 6. The fashion show will be held at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe Township at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Oct. 24. The show features girls, ages 5 to 12, wearing selections of American Girl clothing…
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MCAC to participate in national arts index
The Monmouth County Arts Council, located in Red Bank, has been selected by Americans for the Arts, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts, to be one of 100 communities that will participate in the inaugural Local Arts Index. These local arts agencies will be part of an 18-month research initiative that serves…
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Horse Park will host a country Hoe-Down
The Horse Park of New Jersey in Upper Freehold will present a “Good Ol’ Fashioned Country Hoe-Down” on Sept. 25. The event kicks off at 5 p.m. with live bands, featuring Jet Weston and His Atomic Ranch Hands, DJ Mark Country and line dancing instructor Debbie. There will also be a Wild West Show by…
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Riding High Farm schedules fundraiser
Riding High Farm, 145 Route 526, Allentown, will hold an indoor flea market and pet rescue fair in the barn from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25. Riding High Farm is a NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association) certified facility providing therapeutic horseback riding lessons to individuals with disabilities throughout Burlington, Mercer…
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