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The Central Regional Alumni Association is looking for the address of your soldier to send a 60 minute calling card to. Over 6000 old cell phones have been collected for a program called Cell Phones for Soldiers and over 13,700 calling cards have been donated. Cell phone donations are also being taken with many drop locations throughout the area. Please visit the website CRHS.info, then go to the alumni tab, email CENREG76@aol.com, or call Nancy at 732-606-6040 for more information.
Mary's Place, a center that focuses on the individual getting well and gaining strength to win the battle with cancer, is always seeking more volunteers to assist. If you would like to volunteer with Mary's Place, please go to the website and fill out their contact form: http://www.marysplacebythesea.org/. Donation checks can be mailed to: Mary's Place By The Sea, PO Box #86, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756.
Every year more than 15 million Americans have surgery. Most operations are not emergencies, which means that you’ll have time to learn about your operation and make certain it’s the best treatment for you. And you’ll have time to work with your surgeon to help make the surgery as safe as possible. Be active in your health care to ensure you receive quality care. To find out more about important questions to ask before surgery, visit ahrq.gov.
Nearly 26 million Americans suffer from diabetes, and 7 million are unaware that they're afflicted. Of that total, the more-preventable type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 to 95 percent of all cases. Take steps to prevent diabetes from progressing. Peel off the pounds, focus on fiber, exercise, eat three square meals, and get heart healthy.
ReClam the Bay speakers are now available for groups of all ages throughout Ocean County. Presentations address Barnegat Bay’s problems through a variety of hands on presentations designed so that all ages can understand the issues. The speakers can be contacted at 732-349-1152 and are available 7 days a week for groups of 15 or more. There is no fee for this service, an honorarium to help fund the work of ReClam the Bay is always welcomed. ReClam the Bay is a local non-profit environmental organization that promotes environmental involvement and education in a constructive and helpful way.
Guardian Angel Service Dogs, Inc. is a fully incorporated 501 (c) (3) organization whose mission is to provide education and raise awareness about the role of service dogs and the different types of assistance they may provide to persons with invisible health issues such as Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes, Seizure Disorders, Hypoglycemic Unawareness, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury and some spectrum disorders such as Aspergers or Autism. It is important for the public to know that people whose lives might be improved or even saved by having a service dog, may have a disability that is not visible. Individuals who struggle with invisible disabilities often will benefit from having a canine companion in their lives to enhance quality of life, provide hope, independence and peace of mind.
Guardian Angel Service Dogs, Inc. helps families find local resources to help offset the costs associated with the purchase and training of a service dog. In addition, Guardian Angel Service Dogs, Inc. will host fundraising and community programs to help spread awareness and grow their programs, thereby reaching more families and providing increased access to their services.
Financial contributions are welcome. to help sustain and grow these programs and provide a life-saving companion to someone in need.
For more information, visit www.GuardianAngelServiceDogs.org.
Living on a budget does not mean you have to miss out on the benefits of organic foods. Jennifer Klein, a registered dietitian, will discuss both organic and non-organic foods at four Ocean County Library branches and offer tips on how a person can fit organic foods into his or her budget. Klein will also teach cooking techniques and offer samples from a recipe made with organic ingredients.
The program will be offered at 2pm in the following branches:
Berkeley, 30 Station Road, Tuesday, April 10th
Manchester, 21 Colonial Drive, Thursday, May 3rd
Jackson, 2 Jackson Drive, Thursday, May 17th
Stafford, 129 N. Main Street, Tuesday, May 22nd
Registration is required for these programs. Telephone the branch or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org or http://ow.ly/9Xx89 to register.
LOOKING TO MAKE NEW BUSINESS CONTACTS OR FIND NEW BUSINESS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS? THEN STOP BY MONMOUTH COUNTY’S LARGEST BUSINESS & CONSUMER EXPO - THE 24TH ANNUAL EXPO OF THE GREATER OCEAN TOWNSHIP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ON WEDNESDAY EVENING MAY 16TH! SPONSORED BY 95.9 THE RAT AND MAGIC 100.1, GOLD COAST CADILLAC, NJ PRESS MEDIA SOLUTIONS AND OTHERS, THE EXPO WILL BE AT THE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED JUMPING BROOK COUNTRY CLUB IN NEPTUNE. ADMISSION IS FREE! IT’S SIMPLY THE B-E-S-T NETWORKING! DOOR PRIZES! SAMPLES OF LOCAL CULINARY TREATS! YOU COULD EVEN WIN A $2500 RADIO ADVERTISING PACKAGE ON EITHER MAGIC 100.1 OR 95.9 THE RAT! BE SURE TO STOP BY OUR BOOTH AND SAY HI! BRING LOTS OF BUSINESS CARDS! THAT’S THE BUSINESS & CONSUMER CHAMBER EXPO MAY 16TH FROM 5-7:30 PM! FOR DETAILS VISIT GOTCC.ORG OR CALL 732.660.1888. THAT’S 732.660.1888
Project Animal Worldwide invites you to the 1st annual "A World of Thanks" Benefit event, honoring Jerome Rosenthal and Daran Haber, MD on Friday, May 18th at 7pm. Guests will be served hors d’oeuvres and recieve a complimentary cocktail and a buffet dinner. There will also be a cash bar, gift auction and valet parking. Tickets are $75 a person. Please RSVP by May 5th. Visit http://www.projectanimal.org/ to register. For more information, contact Jean Greller at jean@projectanimal.org or call her at 732-890-9190.
The Jackson Memorial Jaguar Marching Band is continuing its year long fundraising efforts for the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, CA. They will be having an Art/Gift Basket Auction on Friday, May 18th at the Jackson Mills Fire Company #44, 465 N. County Line Road, Jackson, with proceeds benefiting the Jackson Memorial Band Travel Fund. Preview: 6pm, Auction: 7pm. For ticket sales, contact Theresa Belling at 908-692-4647. If you would like to donate, contact Patti Rechel at 609-668-3744.
Join the movement. The New Jersey Metro Chapter’s Bike MS “Coast the Coast” Ride is Saturday & Sunday, May 19th & 20th, raising money to fund research and programs to address the challenges of multiple sclerosis. Destination, a world free of MS. For more information or to register or volunteer, log on to njm.nationalmssociety.org or call 732-660-1005.
2nd annual Bow Wow Meow Bananza Yard Sale, Saturday, May 19th from 8am-4pm at the Associated Humane Soceity at 2960 Shafto Road, Tinton Falls. All proceeds benefit the cats and dogs at the shelter.
Don’t miss the 5th annual Community Day at Ocean Medical Center, 425 Jack Martin Blvd., Brick, Saturday, May 19th. Festivities kick off at 8:30am, with a 5k Run/Walk and prizes awarded to race participants. There will also be a kid’s race at 10am. Enjoy food, entertainment, raffle prizes, and health screenings all day until 12:30pm. For more information visit, www.oceanmedicalcenter.com/communityday.
Come join Belmar Mayor Doherty and Council members volunteer in a massive makeover cleaning up parks and streets in town.
Mayor Matt Doherty stated, “The Belmar Makeover will be held from 9am until noon on Saturday, May 19th, rain or shine." Volunteers are asked to meet at Belmar Elementary School on Main Street, between 11th and 12th avenues, at the school steps. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied with and an adult. Department of Public Works Superintendent, Michael Campbell will arrange for supplies that will be needed for the cleanup, including bags and gloves. This is a great opportunity for students to satisfy their Community Service Hours.
Volunteers will be given assignments at the following locations:
Participants are advised to dress for working outdoors. All participants will be entered into a drawing to win a season Belmar Beach badge and other prizes.
If you have any questions, please call Belmar Department of Public Works at 732-681-0452.
Forget Me Not Family Fun Day, Saturday, May 19th at Island Heights Fire Company, 15 Lake Avenue, Island Heights from 11am to 3pm. For more information, please contact Danielle or Melissa at 732-269-2775.
Knights of Columbus 3rd annual Poker Run for Children with Special Needs, Sunday, May 20th. Registration time 9:30-11am, party until 5pm. Registration starts at Knights of Columbus, 1065 Cedar Bridge Ave. Pre-register by May 15th for $15 for rider, $10 for passenger. Day of $20 for rider, $15 for passenger. Go to www.koc836.com for form and more info, or call 732-477-9875.
Spring is here and it's time to get those kids outside on their trikes, bikes and scooters, all for a good cause. Join the fun at Jake's Branch Park on Double Trouble Road on Sunday, May 20th from 10am to noon for the 3rd annual Toms River Trike-A-Thon. Any money raised will go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Special Guests include Dora, Boots, Snazzy Jazzy Face Painters, Beachwood Fire Trucks, plus t-shirts and awards for finishers. A great time for the whole family!
Monmouth Council Boy Scouts is hosting a free Open House, Sunday, May 20th from 10am to 2pm at Quail Hill Scout Camp on LaValley Drive in Manalapan. Boys in Kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to learn about scouting and particpate in games, crafts and even BB and Archery. Also take a camp tour. Call 732-536-2347 or go to www.BeAScout.org to find a Scout unit in your town.
Laxers for Legrand. Trilogy and Black Dragons Elite Lacrosse are sponsoring a Benefit Lacrosse Clinic, featuring professional lacrosse players, Mitch Belisle or Ned Crotty, to benefit The Eric LeGrand Patriot Saint Foundation. Top college coaches, players, sports memorabilia, prizes, vendors, food and fun. Sunday, May 20th from 1 to 6pm at St. Paul's Church, 714 Herbersville Rd., Brick. Register at www.BlackDragonsEliteLacrosse.com.
The Meals on Wheels program in Ocean County, (CSI) will be holding a Fundraiser Dinner-Dance at the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company Hall, 15 Kettle Creek Rd., Toms River, on Sunday, May 20th from 5 to 9pm. Community Services Inc. of Ocean County (CSI), a corporation of St. Andrew UMC, Toms River, has been operating the Meals on Wheels program in Ocean County since 1974. Tickets can be purchased for $50 online at www.csimow.org or by calling Dave or Mary Van Deventer at 732-255-3704.
The Central Regional Alumni Association is holding their 5th annual Golf Outing on Thursday, May 24th at the Cedar Creek Golf Course in Bayville. There will be a continental breakfast and golf registration at the Cedar Creek Restaurant at the golf course at 7am followed by best ball. A luncheon will immediately follow (approx. 1pm) at Yesterday’s Restaurant in Bayville. The fee for golfers is $85 before April 1st and $90 for late registration. This includes a golf cart, continental breakfast and the luncheon, which includes beer and wine. Non golfers are welcome to come for $30 per person. There will also be an assortment of prizes along with the 50/50 raffle drawing at 3pm. If you would like to purchase 50/50 tickets, attend the golf outing or luncheon, please call Cheryl at 732-269-4700 or email CENREG76@aol.com. Otherwise, mail your check with a self-addressed stamped envelope to CRAA, PO Box 150, Bayville, NJ 08721.
3rd annual Race to Educate 5k Race/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run, proudly presented by the Freehold Area Running Club, will be held on Saturday, June 2nd at Howell Middle School South. Registration begins at 7:30am. For more information, call 732-905-1110, email RaceToEducate@yahoo.com or visit www.TheRaceToEducate.com.
Bare Wires Surf & Skate Surf/Bodyboard Contest to benefit “To Write Love On Her Arms” on Saturday, June 2nd in Spring Lake at the South Pavilion Surfer’s Beach (corner of Atlantic Ave. & Ocean Ave). All proceeds will be donated to the non-profit organization “To Write Love On Her Arms”(twloha.com), a group committed to help teens deal with the many issues of growing up in today’s world. The ages of the contestants will range from high school seniors and younger. Event info can be found at www.barewiresurfshop.com or by calling 732-359-7780.
The Purr'n Pooch Foundation will host "Paws” for a Cause Day at Pier Village Festival Plaza at One Chelsea Ave., Long Branch from 8am-3pm on Saturday, June 2nd. Sponsored by The City of Long Branch and Pier Village, "Paws” for a Cause Day features many free pet friendly activities for families and their pups. Guests can also raise a paw for animals by making donations to support the mission of the non-profit Purr'n Pooch Foundation for Animals. The day will begin with the Purr’n Pooch 5K Classic Run/Walk at 8am. For more information, visit www.purrnpoochfoundation.org. Businesses or organizations interested in participating in the day’s activities as a vendor or featured charity are requested to email savelives@purrnpoochfoundation.org.
Latino Community Springfest and Health Fair
Saturday, June 2nd
11am-5pm
Lakewood Town Square
To reserve a table and send representatives to this event, please email Monica Guerrero at info@lakewoodlcc.com.
Join the fun on Saturday, June 2nd for the 6th annual Fundraiser supporting the local no-kill animal shelter, Rescue Ridge, 2-7pm at The Headliner, 1401 State Route 35 South, Neptune. Rescue Ridge is funded completely on donations and is run strictly by unpaid volunteers. These volunteers work tirelessly to save, care for, and love these animals who the rest of the world has forgotten about. The event features an array of entertainers, giveaways and prizes for all ages. 100% of the proceeds go to the animals that Rescue Ridge fosters, providing food, shelter and medical supplies. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door for adults & $10 per child. To order tickets, contact Kelly Erickson at 732-974-5738 or e-mail kellyerickson@optonline.net.
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Friends of Dottie’s House will host their 13th annual Golf Classic on Monday, June 4th at Eagle Ridge Golf Club to benefit women and children who have survived domestic violence. Come out for a fun-filled day of golf while supporting a great cause. The event will feature a raffle for 3 amazing golf packages. For more information, please visit http://friendsofdottieshouse.org/golf2012/golf2012pp.php or contact Nicole Yannelli at 732- 295-7380.
Substance abuse impacts society on multiple levels. At Daytop New Jersey, “every kid deserves a chance.” Join Daytop New Jersey in combatting substance abuse and honoring New York Jets owner Woody Johnson for his tireless support of treatment programs at their annual Gala at Metlife Stadium on Wednesday, June 6th. All proceeds benefit Daytop New Jersey, a 501 (3) (c) organization that provides treatment to adolescents in need. Visit daytopnj.org for tickets.
American Idol's Constantine Maroulis ("Rock of Ages") headlines Bickford Theatre Benefit Fundraiser on Saturday, June 9th at 8pm, "Life Upon the Wicked Stage: Broadway's Greatest Villains, Thieves & Ladies of the Evening." This gala evening for NJ's non-profit Morris Museum, features nearly a dozen Broadway stars saluting the WICKED side of Broadway. $65, $125 & $250. Call 973-971-3706 or visit morrismuseum.org for tickets.
Volunteer Auxillary Adoption Bus, Big Easy Akita Rescue, German Shorthair Pointer Rescue, Boxer Rescue and Feline Friends in a day of adoptions. There will be a bounce house and face painting for the kids and a gift raffle for adults. The whole family will enjoy spending time together as they meet the pets needing a forever home and add a member to their family. Sunday, June 10th from 11am to 3pm at 574 Fischer Blvd., Toms River.
The 13th annual Tom Giannattasio Jr. Memorial Golf Outing, sponsored by Pioneer Hose Fire Company No.1 will be held on Monday, June 18th at Lakewood Country Club. Tee time is 1:30pm. Cost is $140 per player, which includes green fees, cart, driving range, lunch, refreshments, dinner and awards. Registration and lunch will begin at noon. The purpose of this fund is to raise money to financially assist all firefighters and EMS personnel at their time of need because of sickness or medical conditions. The fund also awards a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior of Brick Township High School and Brick Memorial High School in memory of Tom Jr. To register to play, become a sponsor, or for further information, call 732-477-8959 or visit www.TomGJrMemorialFund.com.
The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation will be hosting the 2012 Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Festival this year in Middletown, Point Pleasant and Long Branch. Celebrate legendary & contemporary jazz and blues music during the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Festival 2012 Summer Series. This event features 3 days of live music, food, crafts and good company in Middletown on July 7th at the Middletown Arts Center; Point Pleasant on July 21st at Riverfront Park in Point Pleasant; Long Branch on August 25th at the Great Lawn at the Promenade in Long Branch. The Festival is produced annually by a completely volunteer non-profit organization, The Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation. The proceeds from the festivals help fund education, scholarship and outreach programs. For food and service and crafter information, applications and booth possibilities, please contact Doris at Vendors@JSJBF.org or Crafters@JSJBF.org or call Doris at 732-933-1984. For sponsorship opportunities and information, please contact Jen Smiga at Sponsors@JSJBF.org or call Doris at 732-933-1984.
The Southern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (SMCC) will hold their 10th annual Golf Outing on Monday, July 16th. This year’s event will benefit Sylvia’s Children, a 501(c)3 that supports a the Mbiriizi Advanced Primary and Day Care school in Mbiriizi, Uganda. The golf outing is being hosted by Spring Lake Golf Club. The outing will start at 11:30am and feature a lunch and dinner, a putting contest, a shotgun tee-off, cocktails and an awards ceremony. Special guest, former heavyweight boxer Gerry Cooney, will be on hand throughout the day and will be golfing with a group of participants. Golfers can register for $245 per person. For more details, please call 732-280-8800 or visit www.smcconline.org.
The 11th annual Brick Municipal Awareness Committee Golf Tournament takes place on Monday, July 23rd at the prestigious Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Lakewood Township. Your participation in this event will help B-MAC continue their mission of providing valuable and beneficial substance abuse education and awareness programs to the youth of our community. There are a number of sponsorship opportunities available. Deadline is 7/6. Should you have any questions, please call Dan Santaniello, B-MAC Coordinator, at 732-262-1165 or email dsant@twp.brick.nj.us, or Madeline Iannarone at 732-262-1076 or email @miannarone@twp.brick.nj.us.
Community Medical Center will hold the 9th annual Paws for Cancer on Sunday, September 16th from 10am to 4pm at FirstEnergy Park, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws. The event attracts animal lovers, cancer survivors and supporters. Proceeds benefit the J. Phillip Citta Regional Cancer Center, Community Medical Center cancer programs and services, including local pet therapy programs. The monies pay for the costs associated with pet and cancer patient therapy. For more information, contact Tracie Barberi-Matthews at 732-831-0203 or email dogwalkforcancer@yahoo.com.