Library panel slates July 10 Art Auction
      The Monroe Township Public Library Foundation will hold its live Art Auction at 7 p.m. July 10 at the Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza. A preview is set for 6 p.m. Walltodo Ltd., of New York, will conduct the event, which will showcase framed original oils, signed and numbered limited editions, serigraphs, lithographs, sports memorabilia and more.
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Wolverines seeking golfers and sponsors
      The Monroe Wolverines will sponsor its third annual Golf Outing beginning at 1 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Concordia Golf Club, Monroe. Check-in will be at noon. Hot dogs, chips and soda will be served. A buffet dinner, including prime rib and lobster, will follow at the Cambridge Inn, Summerhill Road, Spotswood. Prizes will be awarded at the dinner.
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Free summer concerts slated at county parks
      The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders' free summer concert series will continue with upcoming performances in four county parks. All concerts are free of charge and open to the public.
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Event at Applebee's to aid fire auxiliary
      The Ladies Auxiliary of Spotswood Enterprise Hook and Ladder Company will sponsor a Dining-To-Donate fundraiser during lunch and dinner hours July 16 at Applebee's of Milltown, Ryders Crossing Shopping Center, Milltown Road and Ryders Lane.
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Belarusian Festival on tap in South River
      St. Euphrosynia Belarusian Church, South River, will hold its 10th annual Belarusian Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 18 at the Belarusian-American Center, 284 Whitehead Ave., South River. The event will feature Russian food, music, dancing, a Chinese auction, raffles, children's games, prizes and more.
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Bully-prevention workshop scheduled
      Brill's Karate, 508 Main St., Main Street Marketplace, Spotswood, will present a Bully-Prevention Class 5-6 p.m. July 9. The free event will focus on physical, mental and cyber bullying. Participants will learn simple strategies to help diffuse and resolve bullying problems.
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Tickets on sale for legion Pig Roast
      Sons of the American Legion Post No. 25 will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pig Roast 1-8 p.m. Aug. 1 at Milltown American Legion Hall, 4 JFK Blvd. The event, which will take place rain or shine, will feature the pig roast, beer, soda, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.
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Vendor slots available at O.B. Salt Water Day
      Vendors are sought for the Old Bridge Salt Water Day set for 3 p.m.-dusk Aug. 8 on the Laurence Harbor beachfront. Rain date is Aug. 15. The event will feature amusements, food, crafts, fireworks and live entertainment. For more information and to reserve a space, call 732-742-9212 or log on to www.oldbridge.com.
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'Senior Jeopardy' on tap in Spotswood
      The Spotswood Office on Aging, 1 Arlington Ave., will host a "Senior Jeopardy" event at 1 p.m. July 14. The format of the program, presented by NCAAD of Middlesex County, will resemble the television game show. Categories will include nutrition, substance abuse, healthy aging, depression and stress management. Audience members may form teams to increase the competition.
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Milltown rec sponsors programs and trips
      The Milltown Department of Recreation will sponsor a variety of upcoming events and programs open to residents and nonresidents. A summer tennis clinic is under way. Interested individuals, ages 3-adult, may choose from the remaining available sessions: July 20-30 and Aug. 3-13. Cost is $135 for each session.
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POAC will offer workshop at library
      Parents of Autistic Children (POAC) will present "The Power of Play: Social Skills for Children with Autism or Developmental Disabilities" at 7 p.m. July 13 at the South River Public Library, Appleby Avenue.
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Snakes, birds, reptiles will visit E.B. Library
      Outragehisss … Pets will offer a live animal show, featuring exotic snakes, reptiles, birds and more at 1 p.m. July 16 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Participants will learn what makes each animal special, where it comes from and what it eats. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Library to offer free computer program
      A free "Tutoring for Basic Computer Skills" program, set for 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Mondays and Thursdays through August, will begin July 13 at the Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza. Participants will learn computer basics, including setting up an email account, search engines and web applications.
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Etz Chaim to sponsor July 12 Magic Show
      Congregation Etz Chaim Monroe Township Jewish Center will present a Magic Show 2-4 p.m. July 12 at the Monroe Township Community Center, Monmouth Road. The event will feature clowns, magic, illusion, juggling and more. Tickets are free of charge for children ages 12 and under, when accompanied by an adult. Admission is $5 for adults.
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Barbecue to support Helmetta youngster
      A Get on Track With Zach Buckaroo Barbecue to benefit Zachary Nemeth, a 2- year-old Helmetta youngster who was born with multiple disabilities, cannot swallow and is developmentally delayed, is set for noon-7 p.m. July 19 (rain or shine) on the grounds at the East Brunswick Elks Lodge, 21B Oakmont Ave. Line-dance lessons will be offered noon-1 p.m.
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Showtime
     Above: Scott Randolph (l-r), Kris Longwell and Wesley Loon rehearse a scene from "Fade Out at Clo-Achers" last week at the East Windsor Library. The original comedy by Monroe residents Myra Danon and Meryl Berness steps beyond the security gates of an active adult community known as Clo-Achers to observe the interactions and chicanery among its mature and not-somature residents. Shows run July 10-26 at the Empire Diner Restaurant Dessert Theater, 4135 Route 9 north, Freehold Township. Tickets are $20; $18 for seniors. Dessert and coffee are included. For tickets, email berdanhand@gmail.com or call 609-443-1320 or, after 5 p.m., 908-208-2750. Right: Leslie Hochman runs through a scene from the play.
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