Residents at Kensington Court, Tinton Falls, partnered with cadets from the United States Military Academy Preparatory School at Fort Monmouth to supply toys for families in need. The cadets not only picked up the toys but also took time out to visit with Kensington Court residents and make the holiday a special one for them.

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The Atrium at Navesink Harbor, 40 RiversideAve., Red Bank, will host a documentary film festival beginning Jan. 7 with “Spellbound.” The Atrium will supply the popcorn and candy at the event that is part of the Red Bank Documentary Film Series. Noted film critic Joan Ellis will introduce each movie and lead a discussion afterwards. All movies are free, and shown at 7 p.m. “The Day After Trinity” will be shown Feb. 18, and “The Good Fight,” March 18. “Inheritance” finishes up the series April 22. To RSVP, call 800-842- 2480.

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The marketing staff in the department of advancement and communications at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) has received three 2010 Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE II) Accolades Awards for publications. Carole Walker, Tinton Falls, a contributing writer, was one of the recipients. They were chosen by professionals in the advancement profession awards and were given to the group for its creative planning, writing and production of print publications.

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SCAN Learning Center, Monmouth Mall, Eatontown, is offering a 10-week special TV production class for individuals age 50 and older noon-2 p.m. Fridays, beginning Jan. 15. Attendees will be able to enrich their interest in TV or the theater during the course. The class will include instruction and hands-on studio activities. Participants will create shows that will be broadcast to more than 450,000 homes in Monmouth and Ocean counties. The first two classes may be taken without having to make a commitment. For more information, call Charles Burke, instructor, at 732- 938- 2481 or visit www.scannj.com.