FOHL book fair, author event Nov. 14, 15
     The Friends of Holmdel Library (FOHL) will host a book fair and author event Nov. 14 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Barnes & Noble at The Commons at Holmdel, Route 35.
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Seminar for support of military families Nov. 20
     The American Red Cross, Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES) will hold an informational seminar Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jersey Coast Chapter, 1540 W. Park Ave., Tinton Falls.
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Movers and shakers
     Veronica Yankowski staff Julia Hamwi (l), Victoria Chipman and Beverly Yow participate in Baby Ballet at Tatum Park, Middletown, on Monday.
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‘Cut-a-Thon’ to benefit area family Nov. 16
     Sanzio Salon and Day Spa, Pine Valley Plaza, Route 34, Matawan, will hold a "Cut-a-Thon and Nail-a-Thon" Nov. 16 from noon to 5 p.m. to benefit the family of a 5-year-old Aberdeen girl with an inoperable brain tumor.
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‘Exploring the Great Outdoors’ opens Nov. 25
     Monmouth Museum will present the exhibition "Exploring the Great Outdoors: Sports and Recreation in Original Illustrations from Children’s Books" Nov. 25-Jan. 11.
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Sweet victory
     ELAINE VAN DEVELDE Middletown Mayor Rosemarie Peters gives her victory speech after being declared the unofficial winner in the Township Committee race Nov. 4. Township Republican Chairman Peter Carton looks on while holding the vote tallies.
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String quartet at Brookdale Nov. 16
     Brookdale Community College, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown, will host the Corigliano String Quartet Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. The Monmouth Arts Foundation Chamber Music Series event will be held at the Brookdale Performing Arts Center’s main theater Tickets are $20, and $5 for students...
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Matawan Rec. to meet, slates holiday lighting
     The Borough of Matawan Recreation Commission will hold its next meeting Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at the municipal community complex, 201 Broad St. The public is invited to attend.
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AHA now seeking Heartsaver nominees
     The American Heart Association (AHA) is currently seeking nominations for its fourth annual American Heartsaver Awards, slated for Feb. 3.
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Calendar sales to benefit homeless animals
     The Monmouth County SPCA is offering its New Beginnings Alumni Calendar for 2004. The calendar features the Monmouth County animal shelter’s "happy tails" — adoptees — in photographs taken by pet photographer Kim Levin.
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Community Bulletin Board
Monmouth Civic Chorus to perform Nov. 22
     The Monmouth Civic Chorus will open its 55th season Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. with a preview of its new CD, "Grace Notes," and a performance of "Filius Prodigus" by Marc-Antoine Charpentier.
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Flu, pneumonia clinic at church Nov. 16
     Trinity Episcopal Church, 18 Ryers Lane, Matawan, will host a flu and pneumonia vaccination clinic Nov. 16 from 1-3 p.m. The clinic will be given by The Visiting Nurse Association of Central New Jersey, Red Bank.
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Memorabilia, all-sport card show Nov. 15
     Holmdel Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 will hold an all-sport card and memorabilia show on Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Holmdel Firehouse, Route 520. The show will feature cards, new and vintage supplies, and autographs. Admission is free.
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180 now accepting new clients for programs
     180, Turning Lives Around, Hazlet, has announced it is now accepting new clients for three counseling programs.
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Bell ringers needed for Salvation Army campaign
     The Salvation Army is currently seeking volunteers for its annual red kettle campaign, which will begin mid-November. Individuals are needed for four-hour shifts at area locations.
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St. Stepanos food festival slated for Nov. 15, 16
     The St. Stepanos Women’s Guild, 1184 Ocean Ave., Elberon section of Long Branch, will hold its 15th annual "Armenian Food Festival" Nov. 15 from noon-8 p.m., and Nov. 16 from 12:30-6 p.m.
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Six Flags to hold food drive to aid homeless pets
     The Popcorn Park Zoo in Forked River and Six Flags Great Adventure, Route 537 in Jackson, have joined together for a "Winter Lights" and Thanksgiving event to help feed some homeless pets in the area.
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Applications for student workshops due Nov. 21
     The Arts and Education Center, New Brunswick, is now accepting applications for auditions for its Master Artists Workshops in the Schools program. The program will be offered in Monmouth County at high schools in Aberdeen, Eatontown, Keyport, Long Branch and Matawan.
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Dulcimer, pomander programs at Poricy Park
     Poricy Park, Oak Hill Road, Middletown, will present a hands-on dulcimer program Nov. 16 from 1-2:30 p.m. Folk musician Bonnie Leigh will give the free program at the nature center.
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Holiday Express black-tie gala slated for Nov. 23
     Holiday Express, Tinton Falls, will hold a "fun-raising" gala Nov. 23 to help 50 children’s hospitals, homeless shelters, hospices and soup kitchens in the tri-state area this season.
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Film internships available for spring semester
     Applications are now being accepted for internships for students enrolled in film, television and communications degree programs. The internships are available from the Educational Advisory Board of the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission.
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Registration under way for ‘True Love Waits’
     Registration is now under way for a "True Love Waits" program scheduled at Providence Baptist Church, 49 Kennedy Ave., Cliffwood section of Aberdeen.
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Church to hold Colonial service, Christmas fair
     Holmdel Community Church, 40 Main St., will hold a "Colonial Thanksgiving Service" Nov. 23 at 10 a.m. The service will be a re-enactment featuring a tithing man, members in Colonial costumes, and a historical sermon.
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Plucking strings
     MARK KSENIAK Joe Orlando of The Cryers holds a note on his guitar during a concert at the Performing Arts Center at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, on Friday.
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Footloose
     VERONICA YANKOWSKI staff Mara Campolattaro and Lindsey Cleary take a break from their ballet class Monday morning in Tatum Park, Middletown.
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Tickets now available
for Wayne Newton show
     Tickets are now available for Hazlet Recreation Commission’s trip to the "Wayne Newton Holiday Show — Las Vegas Style" Dec. 4 at the State Theatre, New Brunswick.
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Soulful Friends dinner discussion Nov. 19
     Soulful Friends will hold a dinner discussion Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at Yummy Terra Christa’s Restaurant, Main Street, Matawan.
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Stage presence
     MARK KSENIAK Paul Fosgreen (l-r), Joe Orlando and Pam Hanlon jammed for the crowd at the Performing Arts Center at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, on Friday.
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Korean War Veterans to meet Nov. 15
     The Hong Song Chapter of the Korean War Veterans Association, West Keansburg section of Hazlet, announced that Jack Slattery has been nominated as the group’s commander for the coming year.
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Tiny dancers
     Veronica Yankowski staff Girls in the Baby Ballet’s advanced class, taught by Jamie Lougee, practiced Monday morning at Tatum Park, Middletown.
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Campaign to focus on danger of date rape drugs
     180, Turning Lives Around in Hazlet, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the New Jersey State Police recently held a press conference at Harry’s Roadhouse, Asbury Park, to unveil "Keep an Eye on Your Drink," a new public awareness campaign.
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‘Future Planning & Investment Fair’ Nov. 13
     The Arc of Monmouth, 1158 Wayside Road, Tinton Falls, will celebrate National Family Caregivers Appreciation Month during November by hosting a Future Planning & Investment Fair.
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Chorale to open season with ‘Gloria’ Nov. 22
     The Arcadian Chorale, Matawan, will open its 11th season with "From Heaven on High" Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. Founder Marina Alexander will direct the chorus in its performance at First Presbyterian Church, Route 34 and Franklin Street, Matawan.
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Auditions for ‘Bus Stop’ Nov. 21, 23
     Monmouth Players will hold audi­tions for "Bus Stop" Nov. 21 and 23 at 8 p.m. at the Navesink Library Theater, Sears and Monmouth avenues, Navesink section of Middletown.
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Irish Federation ‘Winter Dance’ Nov. 16
     The Irish Federation of Monmouth County, Hazlet, will hold its "Winter Dance" Nov. 16 from 6-10 p.m. The event will be at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No.
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The Arc honors area businesses, individuals
     The Arc of Monmouth recently honored several individuals at its covered dish supper and awards presentation held in early October.
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Middletown Historical Society to meet Nov. 17
     The Middletown Township Historical Society will hold its next meeting Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. at the Seabrook-Wilson House, Port Monmouth Road and Wilson Avenue, Port Monmouth section of Middletown.
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‘Light Spectacular’
to open Nov. 21
     PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, will present its sixth annual "Holiday Light Spectacular" Nov. 21-Jan. 4. Hours are Sunday-Thursday from 5-10:00 p.m.
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