Park System's ceramics workshops begin Nov. 8
     The Monmouth County Park System will offer a ceramic workshops for children age 5-8 and parents, beginning with "Autumn Serving Plate" Nov. 8 from 4-5:30 p.m.
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Hazlet announces Halloween parade contest winners
     Hazlet Recreation has announced the winners of its Halloween parade contest. Julianna Thorn and Brooke Balacco took first and second prize, respectively in the age category of zero to 11 months.
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Clothing drive underway at BCC to benefit NAMI
     Psi Beta, the psychology national honor society for community and junior colleges, is holding a Winter Warm-Up Clothing Drive through Nov. 14 at Brookdale Community College, 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown.
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Veterans Day parade in Hazlet Nov. 12
     Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4303, Hazlet, will sponsor the third annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 12 at noon. The parade will begin at Airport Plaza, follow down Middle Road to the rear entrance of Veterans Park, 1776 Ave., Hazlet. For more information, call Recreation at (732) 566-3898.
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Zilinski II Memorial run/walk Nov. 12
     The first annual "Lieutenant Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial 3.5 Mile Run/2 Mile Walk" will be Nov. 12 at PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel. Registration is from 8 to 9 a.m., a ceremony and tribute to Zilinski will be held at 9:15 a.m., the start of the run and walk is 10:30 a.m., and a post-run and -wal
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St. Catharine Churchto hold parish retreat
     St. Catharine's Roman Catholic Church, 108 Middletown Road, Holmdel, will present "A Parish Retreat: A Time of Grace" Nov. 11-15.
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Veterans Day ceremony in Holmdel Nov. 11
     Holmdel Office of Parks & Recreation, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 5918 will host the annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Memorial Circle in front of Town Hall.
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Free films at Matawan library during November
     The Matawan Aberdeen Public Library, 165 Main St., Matawan, will show free movies during November, beginning with "Take the Lead" Nov. 13. "Memoirs of a Geisha" will be shown Nov. 20, and "Unfinished Life" Nov. 27. All are at 2:30 p.m.
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Gift auction at Keyport church Nov. 12
     Episcopal Church of St. Mary the Virgin, 8 E. Front St., Keyport, will host a gift auction Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. The event will feature baskets, door prizes, a mystery gift, and 50/50. There will also be sandwiches, desserts, coffee and beverages served.
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Vendors sought for St. Joseph's craft show
     St. Joseph's School, 376 Maple Place, Keyport, is seeking vendors for its annual "Christmas Carousel" craft show Nov. 11 at the Betty Madden Memorial Auditorium. New space is also available this year. To reserve a space, call (732) 264-2350.
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Reservations now taken for trip to see 'Annie'
     Matawan Recreation is now accepting reservations for a trip to "Annie" at Madison Square Garden, New York City, Dec. 30 with the bus departing at 10 a.m.
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Church to present 'Night of Laughter' Nov. 16
     Trinity Episcopal Church, 18 Ryers Lane, Matawan, will present "A Night of Laughter" Nov. 16, 6:30-10:30 p.m., at Sterling Gardens (formerly Merri-Makers Magnolia Inn), Route 79, Matawan.
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LPC announces youth group, holiday activities
     The youth group at Lincroft Presbyterian Church (LPC), Everett Road and West Front Street, Lincroft section of Middletown, will hold an outreach project Nov. 9 at the church. The senior high Johnsonburg retreat will be Nov. 17-19. A Thanksgiving outreach will be Nov. 19, and a Christmas party and co
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Newcomers' Club Ladies Night Out set for Nov. 15
     The Middletown Newcomers' Club (MNC) will hold Ladies Night Out Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. at Jacques Reception Center, 500 Palmer Ave., Middletown. The event will feature hors d'oeuvres, dinner, soft drinks and coffee. Attendees will also be able to shop from a variety of items provided by 25 vendors to rai
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N. Centerville Auxiliary day of shopping Nov. 12
     The North Centerville Ladies Auxiliary Volunteer Fire Company, 372 Middle Road, Hazlet, will host a day of shopping Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will feature several crafters and vendors offering an assortment of products.
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Vendors sought for school's shopping event
     The Beers Street School PTO is seeking vendors and crafters for its annual "Shop Till You Drop" event Dec. 6 from 6-9 p.m. at the school at 610 N. Beers St., Hazlet. For information or an application, call Vicki at (732) 203-1434 or e-mail turntogold@gmail.com.
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Vendors sought for St. Joseph's craft show
     St. Joseph's School, 376 Maple Place, Keyport, is seeking vendors for its annual "Christmas Carousel" craft show Nov. 11 at the Betty Madden Memorial Auditorium. New space is also available this year. To reserve a space, call (732) 264-2350.
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