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      Bulletin Board May 21, 2009  RSS feed
      June programs and events at library
            The Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, has announced its schedule of free events and programs for the month of June. Registration is required unless otherwise noted. Call the library at 732-477-4513 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary. org for registration and details.
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      Eye Openers seeks volunteer drivers
            The Eye Openers of Point Pleasant/Brick, a support group for the blind and visually impaired, is seeking volunteers to drive members to and from semimonthly meetings in Point Pleasant Beach. To volunteer, call George Brown at 732-892-5117 or Anne Moran at 732-785-5527.
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      'Paws 4 a Cause' will take place May 30
            The eighth annual 'Paws 4 a Cause" dog walk benefiting the homeless animals at the Jersey Shore Animal Center will be held from 1-4 p.m. May 30 at the Ocean County Park, Route 88, Lakewood. The rain date will be June 6. Water stations will be available for humans and canines along the trail. Pets must be licensed, have up-to-date vaccinations and be leashed at all times.
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      Parking permits, beach badges on sale
            The Brick Township Recreation Department has announced that season beach badges and season parking permits for summer 2009 are now on sale in the Brick Recreation Department. The price for season badges is $25 if purchased prior to June 15. After that date, the price increases to $30 for season badges.
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      Computer club seeks volunteer guest speakers
            The Greenbriar Computer Club, Brick, is issuing a call for presentations to individuals wishing to speak at future meetings of the club and the community.
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      First aid squad is in need of new members
            The Herbertsville First Aid Squad urgently needs new members. Volunteer to save a life and help your neighbors. All training is provided at no cost. For information, call 732-840-9116 or visit www.herbertsville.org.
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      Library to close May 25 for Memorial Day
            All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday and will resume normal branch hours on May 26. All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed on Sundays during the summer.
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      Church to offer soup kitchen
            The First Baptist Church of Laurelton, 1836 Route 88, Brick, will serve a soup kitchen on the last Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. All are welcome. There is no charge.
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      Library to be closed June 5 for training
            All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed June 5 for a staff in-service training event and will resume normal branch hours June 6. The library website, www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and its databases will be available during that time. For further information, go to www.theoceancountylibrary. org or call 732-349-6200.
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      Boating safety course dates scheduled
            U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 16-05 of Brick will be presenting "About Boating Safety" on June 6 and Oct. 3. Classes will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and all will be held at the Brick Civic Plaza. 270 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick.
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      Autoimmunity support group offered
            Autoimmunity support group meetings will be held in conference rooms A and B at the Ocean Medical Center, 425 Jack Martin Blvd., Brick, on May 17, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23 and Sept. 27. All meetings will have CART and certified interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing. Those attending are asked to bring a dish or refreshment to share.
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      Apply now for Brick lifeguard jobs
            The Brick Township Recreation Department is accepting applications for summer employment for lifeguards for Brick Township's three ocean beaches. Lifeguards must be 16 or older and certified in CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation), first aid, AED (automated external defibrillator) and oxygen.
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      Birthday celebration for Pinelands Alliance
            The Pinelands Preservation Alliance (PPA), the environmental nonprofit, is celebrating its 20th birthday all year long and the public is invited to attend. PPA will take time this year to look back and build on its accomplishments over the last 20 years. They will hold a membersonly birthday bash at the Bishop Farmstead, Southampton Township, on July 25 (rain date of Aug.
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      Choral fundraiser will be held May 28
            The Garden State Philharmonic will present its fifth annual choral fundraiser, a benefit dinner and gift auction that supports the Philharmonic's music performances and educational programs. This year's event, "Cheek to Cheek: An Evening of Love Songs," will be held 6 p.m. May 28 in the Versailles Ballroom of the Ramada Inn, 2372 Route 9, Toms River.
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      Car show, garage sale seek participants
            The Brick Morning Rotary Club seeks participants for its third annual car show and garage sale sell-a-thon. Both events will be held June 20 at Brick High School, 346 Chambers Bridge Road. The fee for an 8-by-10 foot space at the sell-a-thon is $20. Participants must supply their own tables and no liability insurance is provided. Set-up will begin at 7 a.m.
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      Vendors needed for H.S. flea market
            A flea market to raise money for a senior scholarship will be hosted by Brick Township Memorial High School from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 30 in the school's parking lot, 2001 Lanes Mill Road. Space is available for vendors, crafters, sales reps, clubs or anyone thinking of having a yard sale.
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      Garden Club will visit Morris Arboretum
            The Brick Garden Club is sponsoring a trip to the Morris Arboretum of The University of Pennsylvania on June 2. The trip includes a 1 1/2 hour docent tour and a gourmet sandwich lunch in a reserved tent area. The cost for the bus, admission and tour is $50.
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      Church, hall open for social events
            The historic First Baptist Church of Laurelton, 1824-1836 Route 88, Brick, offers an affordable place for a wedding or for renewal of vows. The church's social hall is also available for showers, receptions and parties. To reserve a date or for additional information, call 732-840-1505.
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      OCC to offer jobsearch workshops
            The Department of Continuing and Professional Education at Ocean County College is offering the following • "Job Search Workshop with Résumé Writing," offered 9-11 a.m., Tuesdays, May 5-26 or 6-8:30 p.m., Wednesdays, June 3- 24 at the OCC Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River. The cost is $52. This program reveals the secret of an effective resume.
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