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1/6 - 12/31
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The Spyder McGuire Scholarship Fund
Spyder McGuire gave so much to WJRZ as well as our community, let’s gives something back. Please donate to the Spyder McGuire Scholarship Fund, founded by the McGuire family to help students in Berkeley and Lacey Township High Schools. Please send checks payable to the Spyder McGuire Scholarship Fund to: Tom McGuire, P.O. Box 597, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734.
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3/4 - 12/30
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Morning Star Presbyterian Church Community Food Pantry
Community Food Pantry at the Morning Star Presbyterian Church, One Morning Star Way, Bayville, every Thursday from 1 to 4pm. Identification required. Call 732-606-9700 for more information.
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Every Thursday from 1 to 4pm,
at Morning Star Presbyterian Church, One Morning Star Way, Bayville
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6/9 - 10/27
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Downtown Toms River Farmers Market
Downtown Toms River proudly opens the 2010 Farmers Market on Wednesday, June 9th in Huddy Park from 11am to 5pm each Wednesday. This year, the first Wednesday of each month through October 27th, will celebrate a particular Jersey Fresh fruit, kicking off with luscious Jersey Fresh strawberries on June 9th. The Farmers Market is presented by Downtown Toms River and is sponsored by Comcast, New Jersey Natural Gas, United Water Toms River, Capone’s Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant, Extra Space Storage, Allen Consulting, and radio stations Magic 100.1 WJRZ and 95.9 WRAT. For further information, visit www.downtowntomsriver.com or call 732-341-8738.
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11am-5pm each Wednesday,
at Huddy Park
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6/24 - 12/31
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Gulf Oil Spill Relief Fund and Volunteer Registry
The National Wildlife Refuge Association has launched a Gulf Oil Spill Relief Fund and Volunteer Registry, with contributions tax-deductible to support local non-profit Refuge Friends groups along the Gulf Coast. With oil expected to severely impact critical wildlife refuge habitat in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida, funds and volunteers will be vital in supporting the efforts of local volunteer refuge “Friends” organizations. To donate to NWRA’s fund, register to volunteer, or learn about how oil will impact Gulf refuges and wildlife, visit http://www.refugeassociation.org/new-issues/delta.html.
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7/8 - 8/31
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Conserve water
United Water Toms River officials are urging customers to conserve water and cut back on outdoor usage during summer heat waves. For information or conservation tips, call 732-349-0227, ext. 3042 daily after 8am or visit unitedwater.com.
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7/10 - 7/31
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Feline Frenzy at the Jersey Shore Animal Center: Pick Your Price Adoption Fee
The Jersey Shore Animal Center is running Feline Frenzy from July 10th through July 31st for anyone looking to adopt a new member of the family. Feline Frenzy allows you to pick your own adoption fee price on all cats and kittens. A special free gift will be given to the first 50 adopters. For further information, call 732-920-1600 or visit www.jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org.
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n/a,
at 185 Brick Blvd., Brick
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7/16 - 12/31
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Be a voice for an abused or neglected child
Make a difference by becoming a court appointed special advocate and be the voice for an abused or neglected child. Become a Casa volunteer. Call Casa of Ocean County at 732-270-6803 or log onto www.oceancountycasa.org for more information.
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7/24 - 8/29
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Jersey Shore Animal Center Dog Washes
Come bring your little pal in to be bathed by a dedicated volunteer from the Jersey Shore Animal Center for only $10 a dog. All the proceeds go to benefit the animals at the JSAC. The washes will be held from noon to 3pm in the back parking lot at 185 Brick Blvd., Brick on the following dates: Saturday, July 24th and Sunday, July 25th, Saturday, August 28th and Sunday, August 29th.
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Noon-3pm,
at 185 Brick Blvd., Brick
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7/24 - 8/29
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Motorcycle Poker Run & Breast Cancer Walk
The Jersey Shore Beach Bunnies, a team of woman from the Jersey Shore who are dedicated to raising awareness and money for a cure for breast cancer, will be holding a Motorcycle Poker Run on Saturday, July 24th and a Walk for the Cure in Beachwood on Sunday, August 29th with the support of the Beachwood Police and Town Council. For more information, call Eileen Nogueras at 732-278-3840.
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n/a,
at Beachwood
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7/26 - 7/30
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Manahawkin United Methodist Church Vacation Bible Study
Manahawkin United Methodist Church is hosting a Vacation Bible Study program, July 26-30th, from 6-8pm at its facility located at 116 Stafford Avenue. All area children ages 4- entering sixth grade are invited to attend this free program. This year’s theme; “Route 254: What’s Your Destination” promises serious fun. Please register online at www.ManahawkinMethodist.org or stop in from 10 to noon M-F to pick up a registration form.
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10 to noon M-F,
at Manahawkin United Methodist Church, 116 Stafford Avenue
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7/31
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Michael’s Feat annual Family Picnic
The Michael’s Feat 10th annual Family Picnic to help families of seriously ill newborns will be held on Saturday, July 31st from 1 to 5pm at the YMCA Camp Arrowhead in Marlboro. For more details, visit www.michaelsfeat.org.
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1-5pm,
at YMCA Camp Arrowhead, Marlboro
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7/31
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Ducks Unlimited annual Seafood Dinner
The Sedge Island Chapter of Ducks Unlimited is having their 4th annual Seafood Dinner at the Bayville Elks on Saturday, July 31st. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $45, all you can eat- shrimp, crabs, clams, fish, and hotdogs and hamburgers for the land lovers. All proceeds benefit Ducks Unlimited (a nonprofit organization) and money will be use to help the gulf oil spill. Please call Kurt at 732-674-0087 to purchase tickets in advance.
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Doors open at 6pm,
at Bayville Elks
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7/31
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Annual Ride for Alzheimer’s
2nd annual Ride for Alzheimer’s 75 mile motorcycle ride through Southern Monmouth and Northern Ocean Counties, Saturday, July 31st. Proceeds benefit Alzheimer Respite Care Program, Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey. For more info, call Jim at 732-920-7633 or visit info@caregivervolunteers.org.
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at Through Southern Monmouth and Northern Ocean Counties
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7/31
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Gigantic Flea Market Fundraiser
Allaire Village, Inc is hosting the Gigantic Flea Market as a fundraiser for the Historic Village at Allaire on Saturday, July 31st from 8am to 3pm in the Show Field at Allaire State Park. For more information, contact the Allaire Village office during business hours at 732-919-3500 or visit their website at www.allairevillage.org.
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8am-3pm,
at Show Field at Allaire State Park
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7/31
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The Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse annual Art Show and Sale
The Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse, in conjunction with the Pine Shores Art Association, will hold its 2nd annual Art Show and Sale, Saturday, July 31st from 10am to 4pm. Proceeds will be used for the landscaping of the visitor center. There is no charge to view the art work.
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10am-4pm,
at Barnegat Lighthouse
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8/2
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Mte’s Jesus Shore, Faith and Family FREE Beach Day
Mte’s Jesus Shore, Faith and Family FREE Beach Day, Monday, August 2nd in Point Pleasant Beach at Jenkinson’s. Fun filled alternative for families, young adults, and people from all backgrounds to experience. Register online at www.JesusShore.com.
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at Jenkinson’s, Point Pleasant Beach
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8/7
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Annual LBI Longboard Classic
The Alliance for a Living Ocean is pleased to announce the 2nd annual LBI Longboard Classic will take place on Long Beach Island on Saturday, August 7th at the 110th Street surfing beach in Long Beach Township. To Sign up for the event or get more details, visit www.livingocean.org or call 609-494-7800.
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at Long Beach Island 110th Street surfing beach
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8/7
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Berkeley Community Arts Alliance Murder Mystery Dinner
Berkeley Community Arts Alliance presents a Murder Mystery Dinner, Saturday, August 7th at Adrian Hall in Ocean Gate. Dinner at 6pm and show at 7pm. Admission is $12 for adults and $10 for students/seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information, contact Beth Moore at berkeleyarts@yahoo.com or 732-814-4969.
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Dinner at 6pm, show at 7pm,
at Adrian Hall, Ocean Gate
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8/7
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Comedy Night Fundraiser to benefit the Southern Regional Alumni Association
The Southern Regional Education Foundation presents a Comedy Night Fundraiser to benefit the Southern Regional Alumni Association on Saturday, August 7th at the Holiday Inn, Rt. 72 in Manahawkin at 9pm. Tickets are on sale now. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Call 609-597-9481, ext. 4209 or visit https://southerngear.srsd.net for more information.
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Doors at 8pm, show at 9pm,
at Holiday Inn, Rt. 72 in Manahawkin
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8/8
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Congregation B'nai Israel of Toms River Open House
Congregation B'nai Israel of Toms River, a Conservative, Egalitarian Synagogue, will be holding an Open House for new members on Sunday, August 8th from 10am to noon. Meet the Rabbi, Cantor and Education Director as well as many members of the Board. For directions, please call 732-349-1244.
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10am-noon,
at 1488 Old Freehold Road, Toms River
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8/8
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American Legion Post #493 Fundraiser
"PARROTBEACH," A Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band "LIVE" on Sunday, August 8th from 2 to 6pm at the outside Tiki Bar of American Legion Post #493, 420 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor. For further info, call 609-296-9771.
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2-6pm,
at 420 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor
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8/10 - 8/15
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Festival of the Sea, A Carnival of Fun
Festival of the Sea, A Carnival of Fun, Tuesday, August 10th thru Sunday, August 15th, 6 to 10:30pm nightly (weather permitting) at St. Francis Parish & Center Grounds, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township. Six nights of fun for all ages. Pay one price per person to ride all the rides all night long.
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6-10:30pm nightly,
at St. Francis Parish & Center Grounds, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township
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8/14
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Annual Walk for Alzheimer's
2nd annual Walk for Alzheimer's 5K Walk, Brick Reservoir, Herbertsville Road, Brick, Saturday, August 14th. Proceeds benefit Alzheimer's Respite Care Program of Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey. Info and sponsor sheets: 732-505-2273; info@caregivervolunteers.org.
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at Brick Reservoir, Herbertsville Road, Brick
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8/15
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Annual Car and Classic Apparatus Show
Breton Woods Fire Dept. Station 21 presents their 1st annual Car and Apparatus Show on Sunday, August 15th from 11am to 4pm at Windward Beach Park in Brick. For questions or info, email bwfdcarshow@yahoo.com.
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11am-4pm,
at Windward Beach Park, Brick
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8/17
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Howell Chamber of Commerce Lunch and Learn Summer Seminar Series on Finances
Howell Chamber of Commerce Lunch and Learn Summer Seminar Series on Finances at Prince of Peace Church, 434 E. Aldrich Rd., Howell, Tuesday, August 17th, 11:30am to 12:30pm. For further information or to RSVP, call 732-363-4114 or visit www.howellchamber.com.
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11:30am-12:30pm,
at Prince of Peace Church, 434 E. Aldrich Rd., Howell
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8/17 - 8/19
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Indoor Labyrinth Walk at St. Thomas Aquinas Church
The Secular Franciscans of St. Francis of Assisi Parish on LBI
are sponsoring an Indoor Labyrinth Walk at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 2nd & Atlantic Avenue, Beach Haven, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, August 17th, 18th, 19th, 10am-7pm. The Labyrinth is a path of prayer, a walking meditation that can become a mirror of the soul. It is a spiritual act of pilgrimage, a metaphor for life s journey. For more information, please call 609-597-8540.
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10am-7pm,
at 2nd & Atlantic Avenue, Beach Haven
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8/18
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U.S. Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary Open House
The U.S. Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary present their 7th annual Open House on Wednesday, August 18th at U.S. Coast Guard Station, Barnegat Light, 601 Bayview Ave., Barnegat Light. The event runs from 10am until 3pm and is free of charge.
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10am-3pm,
at U.S. Coast Guard Station, Barnegat Light, 601 Bayview Ave., Barnegat Light
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8/20 - 8/22
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25-Year Reunion Weekend for the Toms River High School South Class of 1985
The 25-Year Reunion Weekend for the Toms River High School South Class of 1985 will be held the weekend of August 21st. Alumni can choose to attend any or all of three activities. If you are an alum of the TR South Class of ’85 Alive, please go to http://home.earthlink.net/~dmateik/TRHSS85Alive for more information and to register. Deadline is July 25th. Questions, comments, or contact information for classmates who have not received an invitation in the mail? Email 85alivereunion@comcast.net.
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8/22
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Lacey Democratic Club annual Picnic
The Lacey Democratic Club will hold its annual Picnic on Sunday, August 22nd from noon until 4pm. This free event will be held in Gille Park on Manchester Avenue in Forked River. For more information, email Barbara Rivolta, Publicity Chair at barbara.rivolta@comcast.net or call 609-693-9317.
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Noon-4pm,
at Gille Park, Manchester Ave., Forked River
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9/4
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Berkeley Township Post 9503 Veterans of Foreign Wars Labor Day Picnic
Berkeley Township Post 9503 Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold a Labor Day Picnic on Saturday, September 4th from 1 to 5pm at 383 Veterans Blvd.,
Bayville. Open to the Public. Tickets available at the Post.
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1-5pm,
at 383 Veterans Blvd., Bayville
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9/12
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Community Medical Center annual Dog Walk for Cancer
Community Medical Center is seeking vendors for the 7th annual Dog Walk for Cancer to be held Sunday, September 12th from 10am to 4pm at Ocean County Park, Route 88 in Lakewood. The vendor fee is $50, and all vendors must donate an item for the gift auction being held in conjunction with the Dog Walk. To learn more about vendor opportunities or to participate in the Dog Walk, contact Tracie Barberi- Matthews at 732-831-0203 or Renee Shriver at 732- 673-1848.
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10am-4pm,
at Ocean County Park, Route 88, Lakewood
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9/18
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Jersey Shore Animal Center annual Hogs 4 Dogs Motorcycle Poker Run
The Jersey Shore Animal Center is hosting their 2nd annual Hogs 4 Dogs Motorcycle Poker Run on Saturday, September 18th at Harley Davidson/Buell of Ocean County. Sponsorships are available. Registration is from 8:30-9:30am and the event concludes at 12:30pm. For further information, visit www.jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org or call Pat or Jaime at 732-920-1600.
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Registration: 8:30-9:30am and the event concludes at 12:30pm,
at Harley Davidson/Buell of Ocean County
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9/18
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Lacey Elks Back to School Dance
Lacey Elks is holding a Back to School Dance for 5-8 grade students on Saturday, September 18th at their lodge located at 900 Beach Blvd., Forked River. Admission is $10 and includes two tickets for a slice of pizza and soda. For more information, call Ed at 609-384-5887.
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at 900 Beach Blvd., Forked River
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9/25
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World War II~Words and Music presented by the Traveling Literary Theatre Troupe
The Friends of the Beachwood Library invite you to attend a one hour presentation by the Traveling Literary Theatre Troupe on Saturday, September 25th at 2pm. This presentation will move your spirit with true accounts from those who served during World War II and by those who lived through this war. The presentation will take place at the Beachwood Community Center, 147 Compass Avenue, Beachwood and it is appropriate for ages 14 and older. For further information or to register for this event in-person, visit the Beachwood Branch Library at 126 Beachwood Blvd., Beachwood, by phone at 732-244-9176 or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Registration begins September 4th.
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2pm,
at Beachwood Community Center, 147 Compass Ave., Beachwood
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10/9
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Lacey Elks Special Children's Committee Mardi Gras Charity Ball Fundraiser
Lacey Elks Special Children's Committee is holding a formal Mardi Gras Charity Ball Fundraiser, Saturday, October 9th from 6 to 11pm. Tickets are $40 per person and be can purchased by calling 609-384-5887 or at the lodge.
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6-11pm,
at 900 Beach Blvd., Forked River
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10/14
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Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue annual Fall Gift Auction Fundraising Affair
Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue of Keyport will be holding its 4th annual Fall Gift Auction Fundraising Affair at the Reception Center at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel on Thursday, October 14th. For more information, call 732-765-8378.
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at Reception Center at PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel
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10/16
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Silverton Volunteer Firehouse annual Fall Festival & Motorcycle Poker Run
Silverton Volunteer Firehouse 3rd annual Fall Festival & Motorcycle Poker Run, Saturday, October 16th. 60 to 80-mile motorcycle/classic car Poker Run (registration from 9 to 11am at the firehouse, 15 Kettle Creek Road, Toms River. Community Festival from 11am to 5pm. If you wish to be a community vendor, please contact John via email at johnaddalia@gmail.com.
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9am-5pm,
at Silverton Volunteer Firehouse, 15 Kettle Creek Road, Toms River
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10/24
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Jersey Shore Animal Center Holiday Traditions Gift Auction
The Jersey Shore Animal Center is hosting an exciting Holiday Traditions Gift Auction on Sunday, October 24th at the Brick Elks Club on Old Hooper Avenue. Tickets are $15 and you get your first 25 bidding tickets for free. For further information, visit www.jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org or call Pat or Jaime at 732-920-1600.
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at Brick Elks Club, Old Hooper Avenue
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