AAUW seeks donations of books
      The American Association of University Women's Freehold Chapter is currently accepting book donations for its annual book sale. With the exception of Reader's Digest and textbooks, all book donations are appreciated. Contact Joan at 732-431-2297 for drop-off instructions.
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Open Hearts for Open Door Food Pantry
      Jeanne Yaecker, director of the Freehold Open Door Food Pantry, recently accepted a check for $7,310 from St. Rose of Lima Parish, Freehold, on behalf of pantry. St. Rose of Lima Church Finance Committee Chairman Alec Taylor presented the proceeds to Yaecker, which were raised for Open Door during a collection that took place the weekend of June 6-7.
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CentraState program will address H1N1 flu
      CentraState Medical Center will present a free educational session called "H1N1, A Panel Discussion—What You Need to Know, Questions and Answers" 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Star and Barry TobiasAmbulatory Campus, West Main Street, Freehold Township.
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Participants for craft & vendor fair sought
      A vendor and craft fair hosted by the Aldrich School PTO will be held at the school located at 615 Aldrich Road in Howell from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14. Crafters and vendors are still needed. Details: 732- 865-2048.
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Local Girl Scout troop will hold coat drive
     Manalapan Girl Scout Junior Troop 331 seeks donations of gently used coats and jackets of all sizes for its coat drive. The coats will be delivered to local needy families.
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Mayor's Charity Ball slated for Nov. 14
      The Manalapan Arts Council (MAC) will host the third annual Manalapan Mayor's Charity Ball at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Battleground Country Club, Manalapan.
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Red Horse Gallery to host Michael J. Turner
     In recognition of October as Disability Employment Awareness month, a “meet the artists” reception for Michael J. Turner will be held 6-8 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Red Horse Gallery for artists with disabilities located withinArc Resources Unlimited in the upper level of the Freehold Raceway Mall, Route 9 south.
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Breakfast will honor police and first-aiders
      The volunteers of the Colts Neck Fire Department and First Aide Squad will be honored with a pancake breakfast at the Colts Neck Community Church from 8 to 11 a.m. Nov. 14. The family-friendly event will also feature equipment demonstrations, scene photos and more.
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YMCA October Family Fest changed to Oct. 24
      The YMCA's annual October Family Fest and Vendor Craft event, which was postponed due to poor weather, will be held Oct. 24 (rain date Oct. 25) from noon to 5 p.m. at Camp Arrowhead, 521 Route 520, Marlboro. Admission is $5 per car. The event will include hayrides, pumpkin painting, moon bounce, face painting, refreshments, games and more.
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Fall boutique to be held at CentraState
      A fall boutique hosted by CentraState Associated Auxiliaries will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 24-25 at the Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, 901 W. Main St., Freehold. There will be 50 vendors selling items and services that include designer shoes, antiques, scrubs, makeup and skin care, gold and silver buying, clothes, toys, books, memorabilia and more.
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Local resident appointed by Gov.
      Darlene Regina of Freehold was appointed to the Governor's Advisory Commission on Construction Industry Independent Contractor Reform by Gov. Jon S. Corzine Oct. 2.
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Datebook
      • The watercolor works of award-winning artist Sandra Kunz of Freehold will be on display through Nov. 8 at The Paint Place, 605 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park. Gallery hours are noon to 6 p.m. daily, closed on Tuesday. Details: www.thepaintplacenj. com.
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Religious school for adults begins Oct. 27
      Congregation Kol Am will kick off its Religious School for Adults Oct. 27 with the first of 14 discussions to be led by Rabbi Brooks Susman, with "Adam & Eve, Lets Talk About Sex.
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