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Library’s story, science craft set for children
The Holmdel Library at 4 Crawfords Corner is offering “It Bounces” for children in grades K-2 at 4:15 p.m. May 19. Children can listen to a school-age story and create a science craft. Registration is required by visiting the library or calling 732- 946-4118. For more information, visit www.monmouthcountylib.org.
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Poricy Park to host May quilt show
Rebecca’s Reel Quilters of Poricy Park will present “Shore Points,” a professionally judged quilt show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 16-17 at Poricy Park, 345 Oak Hill Road, Middletown. More than 150 traditional and contemporary quilts will be displayed in the historic Murray Farmhouse, the Barn and two other park buildings. Guild members…
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Basie Awards return to Red Bank
RED BANK — Nominees have been announced for the ninth annual Basie Awards honoring excellence in high school theater in Monmouth County. This year’s ceremony will take place on May 21 at the Count Basie Theater, 99 Monmouth St. Twenty dramas and 26 musical performances were evaluated by the nominations committee. The awards recognize excellence…
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Hazlet Library has events for children
The Hazlet Library is offering programs for children in May at 251 Middle Road. Registration is required for each program by visiting the library or calling 732-264-7164. “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” for children age 5 and up will be at 4:15 and 4:35 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20. Practice reading to a certified therapy dog. Bring…
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Temple hosting food, wine festival May 17
The Sisterhood and Brotherhood of Temple Shalom of Aberdeen will host a food and wine festival at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at 5 Ayrmont Drive, Aberdeen. The special guest speaker will be Andrea Clurfeld, former editor of Zagat New Jersey and longtime food critic at the Asbury Park Press. Clurfeld will share her…
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‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign begins across the state
Local law enforcement officers will be aggressively pursuing drivers not wearing seat belts during the statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Through June 1, police will step up enforcement to ensure that drivers and passengers recognize the lifesaving value of seat belts. During the mobilization period, local police agencies will conduct a zerotolerance safety belt…
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Celebrate EarthShare New Jersey’s anniversary
EarthShare New Jersey has played a key role for 20 years in mobilizing individuals, businesses and environmental leaders to work together to protect the state’s natural resources and communities through volunteerism, workplace giving and sustainability campaigns. Following superstorm Sandy’s destruction and the ongoing recovery, spring provides the opportunity to celebrate our environment. Parks, waterways, marshland,…
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Personnel from the New Jersey Army National Guard, 1st Battalion, 114th Infantry, retire the colors at the conclusion of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Remembrance Day ceremony on May 7 in Holmdel.
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Parents boycott NJ ASK test
YOUR TURN DENISE TOUHEY GUEST COLUMN I t is test time for students across New Jersey. The NJ ASK is getting shelved at the end of the season because a new and improved national assessment — the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers — will be formally instituted in the 2014-15 school…
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