• Library to host free classical concert

    The Middletown Township Public Library, in conjunction with the Monmouth Conservatory of Music, will present a free classical concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at the community room of the library at 55 New Monmouth Road. Violinist Katha Zinn and pianist Illya Filshtinskiy will perform works by composers Dmitri Shostakovich, Galina Ustvolskaya and Alfred Schnittke.

  • Holmdel Library to host November programs

    The following programs will be held in November at the Holmdel Library: Wheel of Color Science and Craft, 4:15 p.m. Nov. 4. Use ordinary kitchen ingredients to make washable paints, then use the paints to make leaf art. For grades K-2. Register at library. The Scarecrow’s Hat, 4:15 p.m. Nov. 18. Read a scarecrow story…

  • Church to hold craft sales on Nov. 1, 2

    The First Presbyterian Church of Matawan invites members of the community to an International Craft Sale and Café on Nov. 1, noon to 8 p.m., and Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 883 Route 34. Unique, handcrafted items made in the U.S. and developing regions of the world will be provided through SERRV,…

  • Talk on Judaism and Christianity Nov. 3

    First Baptist Church of Keyport will host Steven Alava Iichishin, a representative of Chosen People Ministries, who will present the program, “The Feasts of Israel,” at 10:45 a.m. on Nov. 3 at 45 Main St., Keyport. Chosen People Ministries, which was founded in 1894 by Hungarian Rabbi Leopol Cohn, emphasizes the Jewish roots of the…

  • Students spread anti-bullying message

    ABERDEEN — Students at Home Away From Home Academy, Aberdeen, pledged to spread kindness for a special cause: anti-bullying. The school collaborated with Bullying… We’re Kickin’ It, a national campaign designed to end bullying while encouraging positive behavior among young people. Kickin’ It provides tools to help improve the overall school climate and hosts programs…

  • ‘Women and Pocketbook Power’ presentation slated for Nov. 4

    SHREWSBURY — The Northern Monmouth County Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will present a special program, “Women and Pocketbook Power,” presented by Mary Gatta on Nov. 4. The program will be held at the Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury Church House, 350 Sycamore Ave., Shrewsbury. The public is welcome to join AAUW…

  • Elks Lodge to hold Nov. 9 comedy night

    The South Amboy Elks Lodge No. 784 Wildwood Committee will hold its second annual comedy show 7-10 p.m. Nov. 9 at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Buda the Comedian, Chris Covert, Stefan Romanyszyn and Joe Newman will perform. Tickets are $25 each; adults only. Patrons should bring their own snacks. There will be…

  • Vendor spaces open at Nov. 16 holiday event

    The St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will team up with the Spotswood Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for a Holiday Bazaar set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 16 at St. Peter’s Church, 505 Main St., and also at the Spotswood Firehouse, next to the church property. Proceeds will benefit both the church and fire department.…

  • DVD-conversion fundraiser to aid library

    A Digital Memories fundraiser to benefit the Monroe Township Library Foundation is set for noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 9 at the library, 4 Municipal Plaza. Innovative Document Imaging will be on hand. Individuals who have VHS tapes, 8 mm or 16 mm movies, photos, slides or photo albums they would like to have converted…

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