FoodBank's 'Culinary Classic' slated for May 5
      The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, Neptune, will hold its 17th annual "Culinary Classic" May 5 from 5-9 p.m. at The Mill, Spring Lake Heights.
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Wellness Community special events begin May 8
      The Wellness Community (TWC), 613 Hope Road, Eatontown, will present "The Benefits of Exercise for PeopleAffected By Cancer"May 8 from noon to 1 p.m. Special guest will be DonnaLyn Giegerich, cancer survivor and triathlete. Ahealthy cooking program will be held May 7 and 14 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Reservations are required.
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Training class for park volunteers May 17
      TheMonmouth County Park System is seeking volunteers for its trail maintenance corps to help preserve the 100-plus miles of trails within the system. Afree training session will be heldMay 17 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, Georgia Tavern Road, Howell.
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Annual 'Step Up for The Arc' walk May 17
      The Arc of Monmouth, Tinton Falls, will hold its 10th annual "Step Up for The Arc" walk May 17 at Liberty Park II, Tinton Falls. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and the walk at 10 a.m. There is no fee to register, but walkers are encouraged to donate $50 or more and receive a T-shirt.
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Stroke screenings to be offered May 16-23
      The American Stroke Association will hold "StrokeAlert!" stroke risk screenings statewide May 16-23. The assessments are designed to educate the public about stroke, its warning signs and risk factors, and preventative steps. Family history will be reviewed, personal risk factors discussed, and patients will receive assessments such as blood pressure and pulse checks.
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Audubon Society field trip at Allaire May 3
      Monmouth County Audubon Society will host its annual field trip to Allaire State Park, Wall Township, May 3 from 8:15 a.m.-noon beginning in the park's parking lot (rain or shine). Attendees may see migrants such as the scarlet tanager, rose-breasted grosbeak, flycatchers and almost 15 species of warblers.
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Deadline May 2 to apply for EMACC scholarship
      The education foundation of the Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce (EMACC) has announced its 2008 scholarship program, with deadline to file May 2 for one of the $1,250 scholarships. Students entering junior or senior year of college, adults returning to college and individuals pursuing vocational interests are eligible to apply.
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Basie Foundation ladies golf classic May 12
      The Count Basie Theatre Foundation will hold its annual ladies golf classic May 12 at Colts Neck Golf Club. Registration and a continental breakfast will be at 7:30 a.m. Three ways to participate will be offered: a clinic and range work for individuals new to golf, an intermediate level with a clinic followed by a nine-hole scramble, and a competitive 18 hole.
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Photography contest winners announced
      The fourth annual high school student photography competition sponsored by the Ocean Camera Club attracted 738 photographs from 326 students representing 29 high schools throughout Ocean and Monmouth counties. The judging was held April 5 at Lakewood High School.
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CPC's 'British Invasion of Rock and Roll' gala May 3
      CPC Behavioral Healthcare, Eatontown, will recreate the "British Invasion of Rock and Roll," at its 44th benefitMay 3 at Navesink Country Club, Navesink section of Middletown. The gala featuring the music of The Beatles by BeatleMania will honor the partners of WithumSmith & Brown, Red Bank. The partners include Ivan C. Brown, Holmdel;AndrewA.
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NOTES
      The borough of Red Bank is seeking counselors for its summer fun camp program. Applicants must be 18 or older, and submit to a background check. Camp dates are weekdays June 19-Aug. 15. Camp hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with additional hours available for aftercare. For more information, call Red Bank Recreation at (732) 530- 2782 or e-mail Tomora at redbankrec@comcast.net.
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