NOTES

Fraser Bird and Josh Even, students at Seashore School in Long Branch, used heat to differentiate the chemical reactions of three different substances, winning a medal for their team in Science Olympiad 2009. They were part of a team of Seashore fifth- and sixth-graders who took first place in two events and second place in three events at the competition, which challenged students' physical and cognitive abilities. The event was held April 22 at Park Middle School in Scotch Plains. *****

The Eatontown Lions Club will support the Jersey Shore Running Club at its Sandy Hook Lighthouse 5K Fun Run/Walk for the Blind at 9:30 a.m. May 2. Entry fee is $25 and includes a T-shirt, and all proceeds will benefit the N.J. Blind Citizens Association's Camp Happiness. For more information, call Frank at 732-542-7741.

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The Monmouth County Wellness Education Center will host a presentation on headaches 7 p.m. May 4 at the center at 236 Second Ave., Long Branch. Registration is required, and refreshments will be provided. For reservations, call 732-229-1649.

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The Greater Shore Concert Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 5 at Reformation Lutheran Church, 992 Broadway, West Long Branch. The 50-plus-piece orchestra is composed of area residents and will perform marches, show tunes and classical music. The public is invited. A free-will offering will be collected. Refreshments will follow the concert. For more information, call Debbie at 732-229-9180.

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Long Branch Public Library, 328 Broadway, will welcome Gene VanSeveren, author of "Medical 9-1-1 … At the Mercy Of," 1 p.m. May 9. He will give tips such as how to investigate a hospital's credentials to alternatives to nursing homes. Book proceeds benefit the Montel Williams MS Foundation. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 732-222-3900 or visit the website at www.lmxac.org/longbranch.

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The Asbury United Methodist Church, 61 Atlantic Ave., Long Branch, will hold a roast chicken dinner 6 p.m. May 13. Cost is $7, and $4.50 for children age 12 and younger. For reservations, call Leona at 732-531-4376.

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The ladies auxiliary of the Long Branch Italian American Memorial Association (IAMA) will hold a garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at the IAMA headquarters, 195 West End Ave., Long Branch.

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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 26 will hold a boating safety course 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. May 2 at Shrewsbury Hose Company No. 1, 783 Broad St., Shrewsbury; and May 16 at Irwin's Marina & Yacht Brokerage, 1 Marine Park, Red Bank. A class will also be 6-10 p.m. May 28 and June 2 at Monmouth Beach Cultural Center, 128 Ocean Ave. Individuals successfully completing the course will be eligible to receive a State Boating Safety Certificate. Cost of any course is $55 and includes textbook. To sign up, call 732-613-4558.

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Shrewsbury Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 9 at the former Brokers 3, Route 35, Shrewsbury (opposite The Grove). Offered will be annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and geraniums. New this year is "Garden in a Box," featuring in one container a collection of shade and/or sun plants that grow well together. There will also be container gardens with a variety of plants, and perennials grown by club members. The fundraiser benefits the club's civic projects, such as maintenance of plants at borough hall and the Allen House. The public is welcome. For more information, call 732- 530-0677.

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Christ Church Shrewsbury, Route 35 at Sycamore Avenue, will present History Day at Christ Church May 2 and 3. A graveyard tour will be 10-11:15 a.m. May 2 priced at $15. A stained glass lecture will be noon-1 p.m. May 2, and is free. Free church tours and a historic objects tour will be 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 2, and noon-5 p.m. May 3. For more information, call 732- 741-2220 or visit www.christchurchshrewsbury.org.

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The second annual "Save a Sato Amateur Dog Show & Fundraising Event" will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 9 at Monmouth Regional High School, 1 Norman J. Field Way, Tinton Falls. The event will feature Elwood, the world's ugliest dog, as its special guest. There will also be an agility course, veterinary specialists, and shelters offering animals for adoption. For more information, call 732-542-1170.

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The Eatontown Lions Club will support the Jersey Shore Running Club at its Sandy Hook Lighthouse 5K Fun Run/Walk for the Blind at 9:30 a.m. May 2. Entry fee is $25 and includes a T-shirt, and all proceeds will benefit the N.J. Blind Citizens Association's Camp Happiness. For more information, call Frank at 732-542-7741.

*****

The Greater Shore Concert Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 5 at Reformation Lutheran Church, 992 Broadway, West Long Branch. The 50-plus-piece orchestra is composed of area residents and will perform marches, show tunes and classical music. The public is invited. A free-will offering will be collected. Refreshments will follow the concert. For more information, call Debbie at 732-229- 9180.

*****

The Monmouth County Wellness Education Center will host a presentation on headaches 7 p.m. May 4 at the center at 236 Second Ave., Long Branch. Registration is required, and refreshments will be provided. For reservations, call 732-229- 1649.

*****

Long Branch Public Library, 328 Broadway, will welcome Gene VanSeveren, author of "Medical 9-1-1 … At the Mercy Of," 1 p.m. May 9. He will give tips such as how to investigate a hospital's credentials to alternatives to nursing homes. Book proceeds benefit the Montel Williams MS Foundation. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 732-222- 3900 or visit the website at www.lmxac.org/longbranch.

*****

The Asbury United Methodist Church, 61 Atlantic Ave., Long Branch, will hold a roast chicken dinner 6 p.m. May 13. Cost is $7, and $4.50 for children age 12 and younger. For reservations, call Leona at 732-531-4376.

*****

The ladies auxiliary of the Long Branch Italian American Memorial Association (IAMA) will hold a garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at the IAMA headquarters, 195 West End Ave., Long Branch.

*****

Fraser Bird and Josh Even, students at Seashore School in Long Branch, used heat to differentiate the chemical reactions of three different substances, winning a medal for their team in Science Olympiad 2009. They were part of a team of Seashore fifth- and sixth-graders who took first place in two events and second place in three events at the competition, which challenged students' physical and cognitive abilities. The event was held April 22 at Park Middle School in Scotch Plains.