Alzheimer's caregiver support meetings slated       The Alzheimer's Association Monmouth Chapter will hold a caregivers support groups' meeting June 19 at First United Methodist Church, 91 W. Main St., Holmdel. Meetings will also be June 19 at Bayshore Hospital, 727 N. Beers St., Holmdel; and June 28 at Brighton Gardens, 620 Route ... More ... Cyclists raise $84,000 in Ride for Autism       Cyclists and volunteers in the seventh annual Ride for Autism June 9 helped raise approximately $84,000 for the Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community (COSAC). The ride began at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft section of Middletown. It was organized by Andy Abere, a M... More ... Health fair at area care center June 16       CareOne King James, 1040 Route 36, Atlantic Highlands, will host its first health fair June 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The free fair will features food, blood pressure screenings, and a chance to speak with more than 20 health care and other vendors. There will also be raffles, and giveaways. More ... Local families sought for exchange students       ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is seeking local host families students age 15-18 years that are coming to the area for the upcoming high school year or semester. The exchange students speak good English, are fully insured, and bring personal spending money. More ... Park System's raku classes begin June 13       The Monmouth County Park System will present "Steve Jaskowak: Raku Seminar" June 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Additional sessions will be July 25 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Aug. 18 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The seminar led by Steve Jaskowak is designed for all levels of potters and will teach process... More ... Auditions       New Jersey Repertory Theatre will hold auditions for its performance of "Broadway Under the Stars" June 14 and 15, 7-8:30 p.m., at Crossroads South Middle School, 195 Major Road, Monmouth Junction. Actors, actresses, singers and dancers ages 8 and older are welcome. Auditioners should come pr... More ... Holmdel candidates to kick off campaign June 15       Holmdel Democrats Janet Berk and Mike Sockol will hold a kickoff for the candidates' Township Committee campaign June 15 at 7 p.m. at an Ashlee Drive residence. Holmdel residents regardless of political affiliation are invited to attend. The event will feature refreshments, and music by... More ... 'Taxpayer Action Seminar' June 18       Americans for Prosperity Foundation will present a "Taxpayer Action Seminar" June 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Hazlet Public Library, Middle Road. Attendees will learn the tactics, facts and figures needed to make a difference for the principles of limited government, lower taxes and individual l... More ... 'Revival' exhibit now at Aberdeen gallery       U Frame It - Custom Picture Framing, 1007-O Route 34, Aberdeen, is exhibiting "Revival," photos by artist-photographers Koryn Morrissey and Realf Schermer through Labor Day. The show will exhibit large format digital and film images such as circus roses, New Jersey landscapes, and imag... More ... Temple students raise $2,200 for MDA       Students from Temple Shalom Nursery School, Aberdeen, raised more than $2,200. Nursery students raised thousands for Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) during a "hop-a-thon" held during May. Forty-three children hopped for two minutes and received $2,255 in sponsorship and match... More ... Vendors sought for canoe event, 'Sharkfest'       The Matawan Alliance is seeking vendors for the second annual "Canoe Carnival," June 23 from noon to 3 p.m. at Lake Lefferts Park, Ravine Drive (rain date June 24). Fees are $40 for nonfood and $60 for food vendors. Crafters and food vendors are also being sought for the second annual "... More ... Applications now taken for artistic fellowships       Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation has announced the availability of 2008 New Jersey State Council on the Arts individual artist fellowship guidelines and applications, with deadline for submission July 16 at 11:59 p.m. The Council on the Arts will hold technical assistance workshops to... More ...