In Brief

CentraState will host Peddlers’ Market

The Associated Auxiliaries of CentraState Healthcare System will sponsor a Peddlers’ Market on the campus of Centra-State Medical Center, Freehold Township, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 20. The fund-raising event will feature crafts and antiques. Interested vendors should call Geri, (732) 617-2251 for reservations. The cost is $35 per space.

In addition to the traditional market items, the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Department will be on hand with the I-Dent-a-Kid program; CentraState’s Emer-gency Services will promote seatbelt safety; "HELP" labels (Helmet Emergency Labeling Program) will be offered for bicyclists of all ages; and CentraState’s Health Awareness Center will offer free blood pressure screenings.

Spaces still available for YMCA yard sale

The YMCA of Western Monmouth County, Freehold Township, will sponsor a yard sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 13 on the grounds of its facility on East Freehold Road. Spaces are still available. Details: (732) 462-0464, Ext. 21.

Howell’s Easter egg hunt was a winner

Howell Parks and Recreation, Building and Grounds Department, had weather on its side for its annual Easter egg hunt held recently.

Approximately 550 children, ages 2-7, collected eggs and met the Easter Bunny at Oak Glen Park under bright, sunny skies. Every child left with a prize and a smile. Helene Schlegel, director, credits its success to program coordinator Patricia Allen and her staff.

The Golden Egg winners for children ages 2-3 were John Antonides, Brian Coakley, Katherine Russo and Brett Zajac. The winners for ages 4-5 were Brian Flynn, Robert Casini, Emily Cofrancisco and Karra Osler; and for ages 6-7, Matthew Milich, Brianne Glennon, Anami Patel and Alex Zoubra.