Datebook

• A spaghetti dinner will be served by the Women’s Auxiliary of Freehold Elks Lodge 1454 Sept. 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the lodge, 73 E. Main St., Freehold. The cost is $7 for adults, $5 for age 12 and under. Details: (732) 431-8707 (after 4 p.m.).

• Society of Christian Writers, Monmouth County chapter, will meet Sept. 11, 3-4 p.m. at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan. Details: www.njscw.com or Janet Alario (732) 845-3291, FaithHopeLove843@aol.com.

• Olde Monmouth Garden Club will meet Sept. 11, 4-6 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 200 Park Ave., Freehold. Details: Miranda, (732) 878-6379.

• ASPEN (Asperger’s Syndrome Education Network) will meet Sept. 15, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters, Manalapan. Sheila Gilstein will speak about social skills. Details: (732) 446-7610.

• Free tai chi classes will be offered by Monmouth County Park System, Sept. 15, 6:30-7:15 p.m., and Sept. 23, 5:45-6:30 p.m., both at Dorbrook Activity Center, Route 537, Colts Neck. Register at (732) 842-4000, ext. 1.

• Venture Crew 18 will hold an open house Sept. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima parish center, Freehold. The organization encourages members to enjoy the outdoors and participate in the community, and is open to anyone of high school age. Details: Jim Brown, (732) 780-7421.