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Make sure you send us information on your upcoming event as far in advance as possible. All announcements are subject to review and editing.
Please note that some of the events may change an admission fee, and are subject to last minute cancellation and/or postponement without notice.
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BlueClaws National Anthem Tryouts
 The BlueClaws hold their 2010 National Anthem tryouts on Wednesday, March 24th at Monmouth Mall in Eatontown, from 6 pm - 9 pm. All interested performers must fill out an application in advance of the auditions. Applications are only available in the BlueClaws Executive Offices at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood and they must be returned by Friday, March 19th at 5 pm.
All National Anthem auditions will be performed a capella. Instruments will be permitted, but only those that do not require electricity. Singers can apply individually or as a group. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come-first-served basis and performance times are subject to availability. All applicants will be notified by phone regarding a prospective audition, but applicants are not guaranteed an audition.
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Easter Food Drive
The Manasquan Food Pantry seeks donations as they provide Easter dinner for 150 families. They are in need of hams (canned or fresh) and frozen turkeys and the staple groceries that make up a holiday meal. The Food Pantry is a non-denominational ministry of the Manasquan Ministerium, 12 churches in the communities of Manasquan, Brielle, Sea Girt, Spring Lake and Spring Lake Heights, and is supported by other local organizations. The Pantry is located at the First Presbyterian Church, 16 Virginia Avenue, Manasquan, and is open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am to 2 pm, and Thursday and Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm. Those needing assistance may call the Pantry at (732) 223-0898 during these hours to arrange to pick up food.
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Friday, March 12
Fish ‘n Chips Dinner
The Rotary Clubs of Beachwood-Berkeley and Lakehurst-Manchester host their 6th Annual Fish and Chips Dinner at the Beachwood Fire Hall in Beachwood from 5 PM- 9 PM in support of scholarships and other local efforts of community service. For tickets and information call 732-557-9934.
Family Fun Friday
The Sea Bright Recreation Committee kicks off its new Family Fun Friday program with a St. Patrick's Day celebration from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Sea Bright Gym (Borough Hall), Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright. Families are invited to enjoy traditional Irish food and drink, create special crafts projects, play games, and dance to Irish music. Admission is free if you wear green. Call 732-842-0099 x27 for more information.
Pasta DInner Fundraiser
The Berkeley Central Regional Co-Ed Cheerleading Squad holds a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser from 5PM - 7PM in Central Regional High School's Cafeteria to help the Squad go to Nationals. Tickets can be bought at Central Regional High School by calling 732-778-0212.
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Saturday, March 13
Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 26th Annual Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade starts at noon on the Boulevard in Seaside Heights. Rain date is Sunday, March 14.
4th Annual Stafford Children's Services Fair
The Stafford Township Arts Center hosts the 4th Annual Stafford Children's Services Fair from 10AM-1PM at the Arts Center located at 1000 McKinley Avenue in Manahawkin. More than 40 child-service vendors will be represented. Activities include demonstrations and hands-on activities, door prizes, giveaways, and children's activities. Register to become a vendor by February 19, 2010. Call 609-978-5700 X137 for more information.
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Sunday, March 14
Belmar Restaurant Tour
St. Rose Grammar School holds Belmar Restaurant Tour fundraiser from 11AM-4PM. Visit restaurants throughout Belmar and enjoy a delicious sampling of menu selections at each. Click belmarrestauranttour.com for more information.
New Beginnings Bus Trip
New Beginnings Cancer Support Group hosts its 6th Annual Bus Trip to Atlantic City’s Showboat Casino Fundraiser with the bus will be departing from Crystal Point in Point Pleasant at 8:45am and arriving back at Crystal Point at 6:00pm. For more information call 732-892-2783.
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Wednesday, March 17
Corned Beef & Cabbage
The Bayville Elks Lodge #2394, 247 Route 9 in Bayville serves corn beef to benefit children with cancer. Call 732-269-2954 for more information.
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Friday, March 19
Ocean Of Love Gift Auction
The Jackson Women of Today hosts its 19th annual charity gift auction at the Reception Center of the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel to benefit Ocean of Love. Guests will enjoy a three course dinner, complimentary wine and live music. For more information call 917-710-2139. or click jacksonwomen.tripod.com.
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Saturday, March 20
BlueClaws Fan Fest & Consignment Sale
The BlueClaws celebrate their 10th season with FanFest from 12noon-5PM at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood as individual game tickets go on sale. Enjoy free food and drinks, behind-the-scenes tours of the ballpark, and photos with the two BlueClaws championship trophies. BlueClaws Kids Club members can participate in a scavenger hunt and listen to The Story of Clawd, about the crab on the new BlueClaws logo. Plus, there will be a sale in the ClawsCove and basketball fans can watch second round NCAA Tournament games on the video board. Fans that bring in non-perishable food items (donated to Ocean County Hunger Relief) or gently used cell phones (donated to Cell Phones for Soldiers) will receive a voucher good for two tickets to an April home game. Click BlueClaws.com for more information.
The BlueClaws will also host the Jersey Shore Kids Consignment Sale in the batting cage. Parents can, in advance, bring in youth clothing, toys, games and more through JSKC and receive a portion of the proceeds. Visit NJShoreKids.com for more information.
St. Partick’s Dinner
The Bayville Volunteer Fire Company holds its annual St Patrick’s Day Party at their firehouse located at 645 Route 9 in Bayville starting at 7PM. Enjoy a traditional dinner plus entertainment from Bullzeye. Call 732 904 8874 for more information.
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Saturday, March 27
Breakfast With The Bunny
The Herbertsville Fire Company the Ladies Auxiliary hosts a pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 9AM-11AM. Call 732-840-6669 for more information.
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Sunday, March 28
Pancake Breakfast
Harmony Lodge No. 18 Free & Accepted Masons hosts a Pancake Breakfast from 8am-12pm at their lodge located at 110 Rt. 37 West in Toms River. Call 732-240-4835 for more information.
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Saturday, April 3
8th Annual Ship Bottom Sprint for Life
The Sprint for Life is a 5K Run/Fitness Walk benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Registration starts at 10:00 am at the Ship Bottom Boat Ramp W. 10th St. and Shore Ave Ship Bottom. Race starts at 12:30pm. For more information click shipbottomsprint.com.
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Saturday, April 17
Believe In Yourself Foundation Fundraiser
The Believe In Yourself Foundation holds a fundraiser for Robbie Drescher at the Brick VFW from 3PM-7PM with food, live music and more. Rob is a 14 years old with family in New Jersey who has recently been paralyzed due to complications during a spinal cord surgery. For more information call (732) 477-8730.
180 Turning Lives Around Annual Spring Gala
180 Turning Lives Around holds their annual Spring Gala at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel. Call (732) 264-4360 ext. 4233 or click 180nj.org for more information.
Taste Of Spring
The Brick Rotary Foundation holds their Taste of Spring food, beverage & gift auction at Woodlake Country Club located at 25 New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood from 6PM-9PM to benefit several Ocean County charities. Tickets can be purchased at OceanFirst Bank’s Brick Branches located at; 385 Adamston Rd., 321 Chambers Bridge Rd., or 70 Brick Blvd or by calling (732) 785-0015.
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Sunday, April 18
BlueClaws 5K
The BlueClaws will partner with the Ocean Running Club, Jersey Shore Running Club, and the Jersey Shore Council of Boy Scouts of America for their 2010 5K Race and One Mile Fun Run at FirstEnergy Park. The Fun Run begins at 10 am and the 5K will follow at 10:30. Both races will end right on the field. Further, all participants will receive a ticket to that day’s BlueClaws game (1:05 pm) and a BlueClaws 5K t-shirt. Click BlueClaws.com or call 732-901-7000 option 3 for more information.
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Saturday, April 24
MCCAC Gala
The Monmouth County Child Advocacy Center holds its black tie Gala at Trump National Golf Club in Tinton Falls starting at 7pm. Call 732-580-8327 for tickets.
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Sunday, April 25 - Saturday, May 1
Act! Speak! Build! Week
Coastal Habitat for Humanity in Spring Lake Heights holds Act! Speak! Build! Week with a variety of events including a run, poverty dinner, paper house campaign, sleep out and toy building block build. For more information call 732-974-2422 ext. 111.
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Friday, May 7
Golf Outing
The St. Joseph/Monsignor Donovan High School Annual Alumni holds its Golf Outing, hosted by the Griffin Football Association at Cream Ridge Golf Club in Cream Ridge. Proceeds will fund scholarship and tuition assistance programs for MDHS students and will provide the opportunity to endow students who are in need of financial assistance.
For more information call (732)349-8801, x 2434.
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Saturday, May 15
Walk For Life & Breath
The Goddard School on Lacey Road in Forked River host the American Lung Association’s Walk For Life & Breath starting at 9AM. Help make a big difference in the fight to cure lung diseases such as asthma and to promote lung health. Register online at mrsnv.com/evt/home.jsp?id=2380 or call (609)971-0051.
Benefit Car Show
The Monsignor Donovan High School PTA hosts a Benefit Car & Craft Show on the St. Joseph’s Parish Fields at the corner of Whitty and Old Freehold Roads in Toms River from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be a variety of awards presented; classic motorcycles are also welcome. For more information call 732-929-9748 or click mondonhs.com.
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