Registration deadline Nov. 3 for 'Turkey Bowl'
      The "Turkey Bowl" and Jason's Dreams for Kids, Red Bank, has limited availability for its annual Thanksgiving weekend fundraiser Nov. 24 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Thompson Middle School, 1001 Middletown Lincroft Road, Middletown. Registration deadline is Nov. 3.
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Winter directory available from Park System
      The Monmouth County Park System will release the winter issue of its directory Nov. 1. It features details about special events and nature, recreation and sports programs for December-February. Registration for winter programs begins Nov. 7 at 8 a.m. The issue is available at most county parks an...
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Mat. Italian American Association seeks members
      The Matawan Italian American Association invites men and women of Italian descent to join the organization. The group meets monthly at Yesterday's Restaurant, Hazlet. For more information, call (732) 264-2489 or (732) 583-9340.
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Auxiliary seeking vendors for craft show
      The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hazlet Fire Company No. 1 is seeking vendors for its craft show, scheduled for Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Price is $25 for an 8-foot space. To reserve a space, call Linda at (732) 264-1863.
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Register for Recreation's 'Mad Science' by Nov. 2
      Hazlet Recreation will sponsor a eightweek "Mad Science" program for children in grades one through three beginning Nov. 5 from 4:30-5:30 p.m., with deadline to register Nov. 2. Classes will cover "Detective Science," "Kitchen Chemistry," "Movie Effects," and other topics. Fee is $96, with a $15 ...
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Holy Family Society annual craft fair Nov. 3
      Holy Family Altar and Rosary Society will hold its annual craft fair Nov. 3 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Holy Family School, Hazlet. Admission is free. There will be more than 200 tables of crafts and new merchandise, hourly 50/50s, a super 50/50, breakfast, lunch and snacks.
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Book sale at Hazlet Library slated for Nov. 3
      Hazlet Township Library Committee is sponsoring a book sale on Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library, 251 Middle Road. The sale will feature gently used paperback, hardcover and children's books. For more information, call the library at (732) 264-7164.
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Members sought for local teens support group
      A support group headed by local mothers to refresh social skills for girls age 12- 14 is seeking members from the local area. The group will help daughters refresh social skills, and regain confidence and self esteem. Activities will concentrate on cultural awareness, new trends and nutrition.
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Films, military archive, concerts at library
      Middletown Township Main Library, 55 New Monmouth Road, will show three classic World War II films during November, beginning Nov. 2 with "Air Force" starring John Garfield, John Ridgely and Gig Young. "The Guns of Navarone" with Gregory Peck and Anthony Quinn will be shown Nov.
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Adopt a Pet
      Adoption fees: Adult dogs - $100; puppies up to 4 months - $140; adult cats - $60, or two for $90; kittens up to 4 months - $120; purebred adult dogs and cats - $150; purebred puppies and kittens - $180 (All fees include: spay/neuter, ear cleaning, nail clippers,
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Center announces blood drives for November
      Central Jersey Blood Center, Shrewsbury, has announced the following local blood drives: • Nov. 4 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at St. Benedict's Roman Catholic Church, 165 Bethany Road, Holmdel • Nov. 5 from 5:30-9 p.m. at new Monmouth Baptist Church, 4 Cherry Tree Farm Road, Middletown ...
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Bike-a-thon at Holmdel church slated for Nov. 3
      Holmdel Community Church, 40 Main St., Holmdel, will hold a bike-a-thon Nov. 3 beginning and ending at the church. Registration will be from 9-9:30 a.m. There will be a 20-mile scenic route through Colts Neck, Holmdel, Tinton Falls and Lincroft, or a shorter route on the bike trails of the Monmou...
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Globetrotters, open house scheduled at Brookdale
      Brookdale Community College (BCC), Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown, will hold an open house for prospective students, families and friends Nov. 8 at 10 a.m., with reservations requested by Nov. 1.
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WWII commemoration at Brookdale Nov. 4
      The center of World War II (WWII) studies and conflict resolution at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft section of Middletown, will honor America's veterans at a "65th Anniversary Commemoration, 1942: The Year of Turning Points," Nov. 4 from 3-5 p.m. at Warner student life center.
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Swing era dance at Gibbs Hall Nov. 9
      The Brookdale Community College center for World War II studies and conflict resolution will hold its annual dinner Nov. 9 from 7-11 p.m. at Gibbs Hall, Fort Monmouth, Eatontown. The event will feature swing era music performed by Brookdale's Big Band, with vocals by Barbara Baron. It will also f...
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Calvary Cuties to hold mock fashion show
      The Calvary Cuties of Calvary United Methodist Church, Third and Osborn streets, Keyport, will present a mock fashion show Nov. 3 from 1-4 p.m. Tickets are $3, which includes refreshments. For tickets, call Barbara at (732) 290- 7651.
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Park System offers ceramics classes this fall
      Monmouth County Park System is offering an array of classes at its creative arts center at Thompson Park, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown. Openings still exist in several programs. Adult ceramics will be offered Thursdays from 9 a.m.-noon, Nov. 1- Dec. 13, $66 per person (no c...
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Blacksmith demonstration at Holmdel farm Nov. 11
      Monmouth County Park System will hold free activities at Longstreet Farm, Longstreet Road, Holmdel, during November, beginning with a blacksmith demonstration Nov. 11 from 1-3 p.m. A cookstove demonstration will be Nov. 17 from noon-2 p.m.
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'Understanding Memory Loss' at library Nov. 1
      The Alzheimer's Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter will present "Understanding Memory Loss," a free educational program for family caregivers Nov. 1 from 11 a.m.-noon at Middletown Public Library, 55 New Monmouth Road, Middletown.
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'Sounds of World Music' at meeting house Nov. 4
      Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, 1475 W. Front St., Lincroft section of Middletown, will welcome Badal Roy & Friends performing "Sounds of World Music," Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. Badal Roy is a leading tabla or Indian hand drum players. The ensemble includes bansuri bamboo flute, soprano saxophone, p...
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Vendor Day at Leonardo First Aid Nov. 3
      Leonardo First Aid Building, Viola Ave, Leonardo section of Middletown will host a Vendor Day Nov. 3 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Donation is $2. For more information, call (732) 291-8650 or e-mail LFAevents@aol.com.
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Elks blood drive, spaghetti dinner Nov. 7
      The Middletown Elks, 251 Church St., Belford section of Middletown, will hold a blood drive Nov. 7 from 6-9 p.m. All donors will receive a free T-shirt, and there will also be a spaghetti dinner. Donors must be in good healthy, age 17 and older, and weigh at least 120 pounds. Donors must present a...
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Manna House 20th anniversary event Nov. 4
      Manna House, Cliffwood Beach section of Matawan, will hold a 20th anniversary celebration Nov. 4 at Addison Park (formerly Garden Manor), Aberdeen. The luncheon will feature fashions by Karen's Boutique, Spring Lake. There will also be a raffle of a flat-screen TV, and an auction of theme baskets...
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Jolly Mouse Craft Show to be held Nov. 3
      Lloyd Road School, Aberdeen, will hold its 23rd annual Jolly Mouse Craft Show Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature pictures with Santa, vendors offering handmade crafts, a bake sale, 50-50, and a gift auction. Free babysitting will be available.
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