County park system to host seasonal job fair
      The Monmouth County Park System will host its seasonal employment job fair at the Hominy Hill Golf Course Clubhouse, 92 Mercer Road, Colts Neck, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 5. Seasonal employment opportunities within the Park System run 3-9 months .
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Used book donations sought for book sale
      Donations of used books are being accepted by the Freehold area branch of the American Association of University Women for its annual book sale in 2008. Adult and children's fiction and nonfiction books are being sought. Textbooks and encyclopedias will not be accepted. Proceeds of the sale will help fund local and national scholarships and educational projects.
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Breakfast with La Befana in Matawan Jan. 6
      The Italian American Association of Monmouth County will hold its third annual Breakfast with La Befana, Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the banquet center at St. Clement's Church, Route 79, Matawan. The cost is $20 per adult and $10 per child (ages 3-11).
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Free power wheelchairs for seniors and disabled
      The Senior Wheels USA program makes available power wheelchairs for senior citizens and the permanently disabled at no cost to the recipient, if they qualify. The power wheelchairs are provided to those who can no longer walk safely or self-propel a manual wheelchair, and who meet the additional guidelines of the program.
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Local student named All-American Scholar
      Victoria Guadagno of Manalapan was named an All-American Scholar At-Large in English by the United States Achievement Academy. Her name will appear in theAll-American Scholar yearbook, which is published nationally. A student at Freehold Township High School, Guadagno was nominated by her teacher, Whitney Gemo.
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Applications taken for Dare to Imagine Awards
      VSAarts of New Jersey (VSA/NJ), New Brunswick, is seeking nominations for the third annual Dare to Imagine Awards, with nomination deadline Jan. 7. Recipients will be announced in February and honored at a May ceremony. The awards honor adults who have made a positive difference in the life of an individual or individuals with disabilities.
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Manalapan Battleground Prep Orchestra auditions
      TheManalapan 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 auditioning should prepare a solo piece and practice 2-3 octave major scales.
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Howell Township plans New Year's Eve party
      Howell Township will host a New Year's Eve party at Our House Restaurant, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. The evening will consist of a cocktail hour, full dinner prime rib buffet, open bar, champagne toast and more at a cost of $80 per person. Live music will be provided by Kindred Souls. Adults age 21 and over are welcome to attend.
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Auditions
      Guild Theaterworks Inc. will hold auditions for a February production of the historical musical "1776." Two non-singing roles for adult males and the part of Rutledge are open. The production will be presented at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove. Call (732) 477-6274 for an audition appointment and information.
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Datebook
      • The Howell Historical Society will hold its annual holiday open house on Dec. 29 from 1-4 p.m. at the McKenzie Museum, 427 Lakewood-Farmingdale Road, Howell. Refreshments will be served. All are invited. Details: (732) 458-2459.
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