Daylily Day will be held at Deep Cut Gardens, 352 Red Hill Road, Middletown, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 26. Early cultivars will be on display along with advice, handouts and catalogs. Bare root and potted daylily fans will be for sale while supplies last. The program is free; no preregistration is required. For further information, call 732-671-6050.

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Holiday Express received the Circle of Excellence Award for Community Service from the Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce on June 3. The award is designed to foster public awareness of the service and leadership that Holiday Express has demonstrated. Tim McLoone, founder of Holiday Express, accepted the award on behalf of the nonprofit group, which delivers music, food, gifts, financial support and friendship to those with the greatest need during the holiday season and throughout the year. Details: www.holidayexpress.org.

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First United Methodist Church, 103 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, invites all children to “Galactic Blast: A Cosmic Adventure Praising God!” vacation Bible school 5:30-8 p.m. July 18-22. Each galactic mission includes a Bible story along with music at Moons & Tunes, art projects at Cosmic Crafts, games at Rocket Rec, and a snack at the Astro Bistro. For details, visit: www.Cokesburyvbs.com/galactic-blast/fumoakhurst.

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The Eatontown Public Library, 33 Broad St., will hold a used book sale July 6-31. Find new and used books, DVDs, CDs, magazines and more. Details: 732-389- 2665.

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Having trouble finding work due to a prior arrest, transition from public assistance or other challenge? Get to Work, an employment and development program and support group, will meet 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Long Branch Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. Details: 267-258-0063 or visit kingdomfightersgearup. com.

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New Jersey Blood Services, which supplies blood products and services to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives. The blood service volunteer assists donors with registration, escorting and canteen duties, and to watch for post-donation reactions. Volunteers should be able to relate to the public, perform different jobs as needed and have the willingness to follow the rules. For details, contact R. Jan Zepka, manager of community relations, at 732-616-8741 or rzepka@nybloodcenter.org.

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The second annual Eastpointe Raising Hope, will be held from noon to 5 p.m. June 27 in the Eastpointe Shopping Center parking lot, Atlantic Highlands. Proceeds from rides, games and attractions, as well as raffles and silent auctions will all benefit the Hope for Children Foundation NJ. The day will include music, an inflatable slide, dunk tank and other rides, games, and attractions, in addition to raffles, silent auctions and giveaways.

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Children 10 and up who are looking for a creative and fun way to wind up their summer vacation can take advantage of a Performing Arts Workshop in Shrewsbury, 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 9-13. The workshop will culminate in a performance at Christ Church, Shrewsbury, on Aug. 14. The workshop will be conducted by Christine Psolka and Patrice Thornton, drama teacher and director at Middletown High School North. Enrollment is limited and must be received by July 9. The fee is $150. Forms are available at www.shrewsburyfoundationforthearts. org.

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The Guild of Creative Art, 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury, will host an opening reception 3-5 p.m. July 11 for “Landscapes/ Seascapes/Local Scenes.” The exhibit includes a variety of mixed-media artwork by many members of the guild. The exhibit will begin July 3 and end July 28. All are welcome. Details: 732-741-1441 or www.guildofcreativeart.org.

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Marilyn Runyon of Red Bank will present a program on her travels in South Africa at Old First Church, 69 Kings Highway, Middletown, 2-3:30 p.m. June 27. Sponsored by People to People International-Red Bank Chapter, the free program with refreshments is open to the public. Details: 732-758-8144.

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Want to know how New Jersey’s budget cuts will affect you? What will happen to New Jersey’s schools? Need answers and information? Ask your legislators directly 7 p.m. June 27 at Temple Shalom, 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen. Attending will be Assemblyman Samuel Thompson (R-13th District) and Assemblyman Declan J. O’Scanlon Jr. (R-12th District).

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