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Shania Blue, a kindergartner at the Morris Avenue School in Long Branch, was selected as a winner in the Monmouth Judiciary's Law Day 2008 Poster Contest. Shania was presented with the award May 2. Pictured: Shania's art teacher Dr. Verdadeiro, Shania and Mrs. McMahon, her kindergarten teacher. The Ocean Grove Historical Society will hold aMemorial Day weekend auctionMay 23, with the preview at 4 p.m. and the auction at 6 p.m. at theYoung People's Temple, Pilgrim Pathway and McClintock Street. Featured items include china, glass, Hummel figurines, photos, books, Christmas items, furniture and other items. Refreshments will be available. A list of auction items is available for $3. Absentee bids are accepted. For more information, call 732- 774-1869.
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NeptuneAmerican Legion Post 346 will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremonies 9 a.m. May 24 at its post home, 21 Gully Road. The service will be led by Commander Dan Hall, Chaplain Ed DeNoble, and the Post 346 Color Guard captained by Jon Palmer. Formore information, call 732- 222-4519.
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"Songs by Favorite Composers" will be presented by the Shrewsbury Chorale at 8 p.m. June 7 at Christ Church Middletown, 90 Kings Highway. Tickets are $25, $20 for students and seniors, and $10 for children younger than age 12. Discount tickets are available by advance order. For information, call 732-776-5276 or visit www.shrewsburychorale.org.
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The documentary "Shadows of Shadow Lawn" will be presented by the Deal Historical Society at 7:30 p.m. June 9 at Deal Borough Hall, Roseld and Norwood avenues. The filmdepicts ghostly occurrences at Monmouth University, West Long Branch. Filmmakers Tom Hanley and Patrick Perrotto will speak at the free event. For more information, call Diane at 732-502-0759.
Sen. Sean Kean, Assemblyman Dave Rible and Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini have announced the launch of the joint Web site www.njshoreteam.com. The site provides the public with a central place to easily communicate with representatives and find community resources and information. Users will be able to access official documents such as the notary public application, and obtain information on upcoming events, news, photos, bills sponsored by the legislators, constituent services, and helpful links and resources. For more information, call 732-974-0400.
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Mark of Excellence Remodeling, Long Branch, and The FarmHouse on Broadway Boutique will hold a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 21 (rain date June 22) at The FarmHouse, 952 Broadway, West Long Branch. The fleamarket/benefit will feature an open house, items from several area vendors, a garage sale ofMark of Excellence items, sidewalk sale of Farm- House items and a barbecue.All proceeds will benefit Habitat. For more information, call Danielle at 800-734-3737.
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The Italian American Memorial Association (IAMA), 195 West End Ave., Long Branch, will hold a spaghetti dinner 5-7 p.m. May 30, and the last Friday of each month. Cost is $7, $4 for children age 4-12, and free for children age 3 and younger for the "all you can eat" dinner. For more information, call the IAMA at 732-222-9750.
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New Jersey Repertory Company, 179 Broadway, Long Branch, will present "Girls Night Out," May 30 at 7 p.m. The event will feature a performance of NJ Rep's new comedy, "WomenWho Steal" written by CarterW. Lewis, champagne, door prizes, chocolates and other foods. Tickets are $50 per person. For tickets or more information, call 732- 229-3166, ext. 104.
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Eatontown Lions Club will host its 10th annual "PhilWellingtonMemorial Golf Outing," June 16 at the Suneagles Golf Course, FortMonmouth, Eatontown. Registration is required by June 1. Tee time is 1 p.m., and fee for golf and dinner is $140 per golfer. There will be awards, dinner and prizes. Proceeds benefit Fisher House Foundation for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and Veterans' Administration medical centers, and Lions sight-related projects and charities. To register, call John at 908-675-6229 or visit www.eatontownlions.org.











