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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Prescription savings cards now available
     The township of Middletown has announced the formation of the Middletown Township Prescription Savings Card program, which enables Middletown residents to receive discounted pricing on prescription mediations at no cost to the township.
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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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Deadline for nominations for SBA awards Dec. 10
     The U.S. Small Business Administration is currently seeking nominations for its Small Business Week Awards, with nomination deadline Dec. 10. Winners will be honored May 7.
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For a good cause
     MARK KSENIAK Courtney Caftyn plays the slots at the second annual “Casino Night,” sponsored by the Dr. Stanley Nichols Pediatric Auxiliary of Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, at the Garden Manor, Aberdeen, Nov. 15.
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Tickets now available for temple’s comedy show
     Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen, will welcome rabbi and comedian Bob Alper in a show to be held on Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. The show will also feature comic and ordained minister, the Rev.
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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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Tickets now available for winter solstice event
     The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County (UUCMC) will celebrate the winter solstice, Dec. 19 and 20 at 8 p.m.. The events will be at the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 1475 W.
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Donations for ‘Tree for Homeless’ now accepted
     Trinity Episcopal Church, 18 Ryers Lane, Matawan, is accepting donations for its "Tree for the Homeless" through Dec. 1. Mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, underwear and T-shirts are needed to donate to Roosevelt Park Homeless Shelter.
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Kiwanis Club food drive to begin Nov. 29
     The Kiwanis Club of Holmdel will conduct its 18th annual Christmas food drive Nov. 29, and Dec. 6 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Nov. 30, and Dec.
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MJMOM meeting, boutique Nov. 25
     The nonprofit Mid-Jersey Mothers of Multiples Inc. (MJMOM) will hold its next general meeting Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. at the Jackson Street Firehouse, Matawan; the doors open by 7:40 p.m.
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Volunteers sought for holiday assignments
     The Volunteer Center of Monmouth County, Oakhurst section of Ocean Township, is seeking volunteers to prepare foodstuffs for delivery, and loading and unloading in the neighborhoods receiving delivery.
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Advance tickets for house tour on sale
     Advance tickets are now available for the annual Candlelight House Tour sponsored by the Keyport Business Alliance. The event will be held Dec. 13 from 4-9 p.m.
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Vendors sought for St. Clement’s craft fair
     Vendors are now being sought for the annual "Christmas Craft Fair" sponsored by St. Clement’s Altar-Rosary Society. The fair will be Dec. 6 from 9 a.m.
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Registration for Arts High School due Nov. 21
     Audition applications are now available for the Monmouth County Arts High School program, with application deadline Nov. 21. The program is open to gifted and talented students in grades nine through 12.
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Community Bulletin Board
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.
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Shore serenity
     CHRIS KELLY All was quiet on the Sandy Hook bay on Monday.
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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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North Centerville
‘Male Revue’ Nov. 21
     The North Centerville Volunteer Firehouse, 372 Middle Road, Hazlet, will present a "Male Revue" Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. (show time 9 p.m.). The cost is $20 per person or $150 for a table of 10, and individuals must be age 21 or older to attend.
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Grant allows increase in auto safety enforcement
     The Middletown Township Police Department was recently awarded an Occupant Protection Program "Ticket or Click 2003" grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety.
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     CHRIS KELLY staff Middletown’s Fairview Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization hosted a fun run Thursday at the school to raise money for a seriously ill band instructor.
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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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Applications for student workshops due Nov. 21
     The Arts and Education Center, New Brunswick, is 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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Hit me!
     MARK KSENIAK John Gizzi waits to play the next hand at the second annual Casino Night, sponsored by the Dr. Stanley Nichols Pediatric Auxiliary of Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, at the Garden Manor, Aberdeen, on Nov. 15.
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Holmdel parent-teacher conferences scheduled
     Holmdel Township Public Schools will hold parent-teacher conferences Nov. 20, 21, 24 and 25, with schools operating on half-day schedules on the dates.
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Music program focuses on early childhood dev.
     Temple Beth Ahm, 550 Lloyd Road, Aberdeen, is now accepting registration for its winter session of Music Together, to begin in January.
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Brookdale slates concert, lecture, auditions, play
     Brookdale Community College radio station 90.5 The Night will present singer Erin McKeown Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. at the college’s Performing Arts Center’s (PAC) experimental theater, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown.
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Patrol aims to remove DWI drivers from roads
     The Bayshore Task Force has announced it will coordinate a "saturation patrol" to combat "driving while intoxicated" (DWI) Nov. 26. Local towns on the force are Aberdeen, Hazlet, Holmdel, Keyport, Matawan and Middletown.
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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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‘Holiday 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 p.m.
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Governor approves $1.5 million for food banks
     Gov. James E. McGreevey recently approved $1.5 million for food banks in New Jersey, including the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
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Alumni sought for MRHS school reunion
     Matawan Regional High School will hold a reunion March 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Pete’s Grande Terrace, 7940 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Fla. All alumni are welcome to attend at $100 per person.
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Old Glory
     MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Several flags hanging at the Holmdel Road bridge over the N.J. Parkway felt the force of a strong wind Friday morning.
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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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Bay scene
     CHRIS KELLY staff Not a creature was stirring in the marshes of the Sandy Hook bay Monday.
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Purchase tickets for ‘The Producers’ by Nov. 28
     Hazlet Recreation Commission will sponsor a trip to "The Producers" Jan. 25 at noon (show time 3 p.m.) at St. James Theater, New York City.
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Still waters
     CHRIS KELLY staff A fall day on Sandy Hook found the waters calm and not a tourist in sight.
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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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Stork Club
     Susanne and Michael Rosenthal of Marlboro announce the birth of their daughter, Mayzie Finch, Oct. 4 at St. Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick.
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