Brick Garden Club to hold March 9 meeting
      The Brick Township Garden Club will meet 7 p.m. March 9 in the Cultural Arts Center, Herbertsville Road, Brick. The president will conduct a short business meeting to discuss upcoming events and trips for the club. The committees for the annual garden tour will also give reports.
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Auditions for Jersey Shore Idol to be held
      Open auditions for the annual talent showcase, "With a Difference," will be held 7:30 p.m. March 19 and 20 at Veterans Elementary School, Brick. Talent may include singers, dancers, musicians, comedy acts and specialty acts of all ages.
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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" for the first time this year on March 14. Other classes slated for 2009 will be presented on April 4, May 9, 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...
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Ladies auxiliary to host gift auction
      The Laurelton Fire Company No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary will hold its annual gift auction March 6 at the firehouse, Route 88 West at Olden Road, Brick. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the calling of numbers will begin at 8 p.m. Admission is $6 per person. For details, e-mail laureltonfireladies@yahoo....
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Day trips offered by Ocean County College
      Ocean County College, Toms River, is offering the following day trips. All ages are welcome. • Philadelphia flower show and lunch on the Moshulu, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 5 The fee is $129. • "Fiddler on the Roof" at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and lunch at the Theater Square...
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March 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 March. Registration is required unless otherwise noted. Call the library at 732-477-4513, ext. 2, or visit www.theocean-countylibrary.org for registration and details.
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PBA to hold 'Helping Hands' benefit
      The Brick Township Policemen's Benevolent Association (PBA) will hold its 20th annual "Helping Hands Benefit Basketball Game" at 7:30 p.m. March 27 at Brick Township High School, 346 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick. Tickets are $2 for children and $3 for adults.
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Historical Society to host 'History of Dolls'
      The Brick Township Historical Society will host the program "History of Dolls" to be held 7:30 p.m. March 10 at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Road, Brick. The featured speaker, Doris Studeman of Brick, will show a sample of dolls made of many different materials over the last 100...
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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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Business sought for Spring Job Fair
      Career, Employment and Counseling Services at Ocean County College (OCC) is seeking businesses to participate in its annual Spring Job Fair to be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 13 in the gymnasium, OCC Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River. Participating employers will review applications, conduct ...
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Football scholarships to be awarded
      The Brick Township Junior Sports League will once again award The Anthony F. Mancino Memorial Scholarships to eligible Brick Township High School football players who will graduate in 2009, based upon academics and need. Tony Mancino was a football player on three Brick Township High School state...
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Become a substitute teacher in two days
      The Department of School Relations at Ocean County College (OCC) is offering a two-day substitute teacher training workshop in March. The course will be offered from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. March 13 and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 14 in Room 017/Library, Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River. The Regi...
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Free job seekers club offered at OCC
      If you are out of work or want to change jobs, Ocean County College Career, Employment and Counseling Services sponsors a weekly job seekers support club. Meetings are held on Monday mornings from 9-10 a.m. in Room 104 at OCCs Center for Business Education and Training, 150 Brick Blvd., Brick. Ad...
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Brick youth group receives major award
      United Synagogue Youth (USY) of Temple Beth Or in Brick Township was the recipient of an award for the largest capital donation to Tikun Olam. The award was given at the USY International Convention, which was held in Washington, D.C.
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Ocean County College to offer Praxis Review
      Ocean County College will offer Praxis II Review sessions in March and April at the college's main campus on College Drive in Toms River. Reviews in general science, elementary education, social studies, middle school math and English language, literature and composition will be offered at a cost...
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Bar Association to offer scholarships
      The Ocean County Bar Association is accepting applications for its Memorial Scholarships, which are given annually to one or more Ocean County residents. Students who will be enrolled in an accredited law school for the academic year 2009-2010 may obtain an application by contacting Frank Dupignac...
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Flower market will recycle vases
      The Brick Flower Market is again offering its reuse/recycle program, which is designed to increase the life expectancy of the average vase, wicker basket, mug or assorted container. Its goal is to aid the recycling effort and to donate money to local charities.
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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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Brick Township Police Dept. Drug Hotline
      The Brick Township Police Department provides a "Drug Hotline" for citizens to report drug-related activity. The hotline was established as a means of providing the public with the opportunity to anonymously report drug activities in their neighborhood. It is answered and monitored by detectives a...
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Historical Society to celebrate new book
      The members and friends of the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave., Toms River, will celebrate their newest publication "When Cranberries Were King in Ocean County" from 1-4 p.m. March 14. All are invited.
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Chamber to hold networking lunch
      The Brick Chamber of Commerce is launching a new program to provide more intense networking opportunities for its members. The series, called "SMILE," will feature a variety of offerings for small groups of Chamber of Commerce members.
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Art contest to focus on parents and teens
      The New Jersey Department of Human Services (NJDHS) invites teens across the state to participate in its 14th annual Teen Media Contest sponsored by the Division of Family Development, focusing on parental responsibility. The statewide contest is open to New Jersey middle school and high school ...
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Brick High School to hold rummage sale
      Brick Township High School will host a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 28 in the west cafeteria, 346 Chambers Bridge Road. Items such as baby gear, books, movies, furniture, clothes, housewares, toys, games, outdoor needs, electronics, CDs, sporting goods and fashion accessories will be ...
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Jersey Shore Model Car Club to meet
      The Jersey Shore Model Car Club will hold its annual stock car night 7- 11 p.m. March 20. Models from other racing series will be on display as well as racing memorabilia. Members are of all skill levels and enjoy all aspects of plastic model building. The club meets on the third Friday of every ...
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Veterans' Foundation to offer scholarships
      Graduating high school seniors have until April 17 to submit applications and essays to qualify for one of two scholarships offered by the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation (NJVVMF).
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Apply now for Freedom Alliance Scholarships
      The Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund, Dulles, Va., is now accepting applications for its Freedom Alliance Scholarship. Deadline to apply is July 31. The scholarships are for children of U.S. service members who have been killed or permanently disabled in an operational mission or training accide...
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Herbertsville First Aid Squad needs members
      The Herbertsville First Aid Squad urgently needs new members. Volunteer to save a life and help a neighbor. All training is provided at no cost. For information, call 732-840-9116 or visit www.herbertsville.org.
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