Poetry readings, writers conference at college
     The center for visual arts at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft section of Middletown, will host a reception for its annual student art show 4:30-6 p.m. April 27. Artwork by students will be displayed at the gallery through May 5. Gallery hours are weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more info
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Peter M. Bry clinical training April 28
     CPC Behavioral Healthcare, Middletown, will sponsor the Peter M. Bry clinical training April 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel.
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Reservations due April 29 for Atlantic City trip
     St. Mary's Travel Group, New Monmouth section of Middletown, will sponsor a trip to "Swing, Swing, Swing" at Sands Casino, Atlantic City, May 15 from 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Prepaid reservations must be made by April 29.
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Church slates tai chi class, dinner concert
     Holmdel Community United Church of Christ (HUCC), 40 Main St., will offer "A Taste of Tai Chi," an eight-week course, 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays beginning May 2. Tai chi chuan is a martial art system. No previous experience is required, and all ages and levels of fitness are welcome. Attendees must wear loos
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Little, Lucas speakers at Matawan GOP meeting
     The Matawan Republican Club will host a meeting May 3 at 7 p.m. at the Buttonwood Manor, Route 34, Matawan. Freeholder Anna Little and freeholder candidate Andrew Lucas will be the guest speakers at the event. Babysitting service is available. To RSVP, call Tom Fitzsimmons at (732) 804-5789.
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Deadline to apply for Lions scholarship June 2
     The Middletown Lions Club is offering three $500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors residing in Middletown, with application deadline June 2. Scholarships will be based on financial need, academic merit, extracurricular activities and community service. For an application, call (732) 615
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Chief issues tips to follow for warm weather
     Middletown Township Chief of Police Robert Oches wishes to remind residents to exercise caution when walking on the roadway. Since warmer weather is soon to arrive, pedestrians should keep to the side of the roadway and walk facing traffic.
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'Wiz' at Matawan Middle School April 28-30
     Matawan Aberdeen Middle School, 469 Matawan Ave., Cliffwood section of Aberdeen, will present "The Wiz" April 28 and 29 at 8 p.m., and April 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 each. For tickets or more information, call (732) 290-2850, ext. 5522.
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Green Meadows Children's Farm to open May 5
     Hazlet Recreation Commission has announced Green Meadows Children's Farm, Middle Road, will open May 5 and be open daily through June 9. Tours are given every 15 minutes from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays, and until 2 p.m. weekends (farm closes at dusk).
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Middletown Garden Club to hold plant sale May 4-6
     Middletown Garden Club RFD, will hold its annual plant sale May 4 and 5 from 4-7 p.m., and May 6 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Little Red Schoolhouse, Middletown-Lincroft an Dwight Roads, Middletown.
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Center announces blood drives scheduled for May
     Central Jersey Blood Center, Shrewsbury, has announced the following local blood drives:
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'Covering/Uncovering' opens at gallery April 29
     Lisa Ficarelli-Halpern will be exhibiting paintings and works on paper, titled "Covering/Uncovering," April 29-May 21 at The Mitchell Sanborn Gallery, 46 W. Front St., Keyport. An opening reception will be held 5-7 p.m. April 29.
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