MHS invites MEMS eighth-graders to orientation
      The administration, staff and students of Manalapan High School invite all eighthgrade students from Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School (MEMS) and their parents to a special orientation, Jan. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Manalapan High School, Church Lane, Manalapan.
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Agency, college benefit from bill
      On Dec. 18 the U.S. House of Representatives, with the support of Rep. Rush Holt (D-N.J.), passed the Fiscal Year 2008 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which includes $292,000 for the Jewish Federation of Greater Monmouth County's Age in Place initiative and $243,000 for Brookdale Community College's ...
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Students invited to enter poster contest
      "Water is Life" is the theme for the 2008 poster contest sponsored by the Freehold Soil Conservation District and the New Jersey Association of Conservation Districts. Students in second through 12th grade in Middlesex and Monmouth counties are encouraged to explore how important water is in our ...
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Conservation Poster Contest to focus on water
      "Water Is Life" is the theme for the 2008 Conservation Poster Contest sponsored by Freehold Soil Conservation District and the New Jersey Association of Conservation Districts. Students from Middlesex and Monmouth counties are invited to explore how important water is to everyday life - in homes...
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Datebook
      • The American Association of University Women, Freehold branch, will meet Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Barkalow Middle School, Stillwells Corner Road, Freehold Township. Nicole Romaine of 180 Turning Lives Around, Monmouth County's women's shelter, will describe the organization's work.
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Manalapan Battleground Prep Orchestra auditions
      The Manalapan Battleground Prep Orchestra is seeking new members for the junior orchestra and the advanced string ensemble for the upcoming season. Musicians ages 9 and over who are proficient in strings, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, horn and percussion may audition. Those au...
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Liberty Oak Chorus seeks new members
      Liberty Oak Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, seeks women who like to harmonize a cappella in the barbershop style. Those who enjoy singing and performing Broadway show tunes and popular music are encouraged to attend Guest Night at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9 at St.
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Freehold Elks selling 2008 Entertainment Books
      Freehold Elks Lodge No. 1454 Women's Auxiliary is selling The Entertainment Book 2008 as a fundraiser. This year's book contains old favorites and new offers. The cost is $25. Contact Sandy Taylor at (732) 462-2647 to purchase books.
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Antiques and collectibles auction slated for Jan. 12
      Morganville United Methodist Church, 215 Conover Road, Marlboro, will host its annual antiques and collectibles auction Jan. 12. The preview will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the auction commencing at 11 a.m. Quality consignments are welcome. Ten percent of the buyer's premium will benefit the church.
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