The Medical Marijuana Industry
Education Event - Paterson, NJ June 5th and 6th 2010.

NJ Charity Walks Walk for Children in Foster Care NJIT Campus, Newark, NJ

by Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation
(Monmouth Junction, NJ)

Saturday, October 23, 2010
NJIT Campus, 164 Summit Street, Newark, NJ
Registration: noon The walk will begin at 1:30.
Registering for this event will enable you to create a team and set a team and personal goal. Raise $30 and you get a free t-shirt!

609-977-4880
http://www.fafsfoundation.org/events/8/

You are invited to join Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation (FAFSF) in this year?s Walk for Children in Foster Care in NJ. Funds will be used to support the programs and services of Foster and Adoptive Family Services. No pets permitted. This is a rain or shine event.

Tricky Tray to Benefit Pets in Need
Happy Tails Animal Rescue - 5/10 6pm - Paramus

by Michelle Rauch
(Paramus, NJ USA)

May 10 - Tricky Tray to Benefit Pets in Need - 6pm - Paramus, NJ (Elks Club Lodge) 6pm Doors Open - Top Prizes Include Lap Top, Furla Handbag and $500 Restaurant Gift Certificate.
Over 100 prizes available to win! Coffee and dessert will be served.

$12 in advance (includes a sheet of tickets) - pay through website; $15 at the door (includes a sheet of tickets).

Please go to the following link for more info and to register for these and other events:
http://www.happytailsrescuenj.com/newsandevents.html

Tricky Tray/ Basket Auction to benefit the Giving Network

Our Tricky Tray was voted in the top 5 in all of NJ last year! Come on back for another evening of fun - for a great cause!

All are invited to attend the annual Basket Auction (Tricky Tray) to benefit the Giving Network, a local charity that provides basic household items to the neediest members of our community. Giving Network is run entirely by volunteers.

Where: Manville VFW
600 Washington Ave (off Main St)
Manville, NJ 08835

When: Saturday, October 23, 2010 Doors open at 6:30 PM Drawing begins at 8 PM

Cost: $15 admission price includes great refreshments, coffee/tea, a sheet of 25 regular tickets and a ticket for door prizes

Advance admission for $15 per person is available. Payment must be received by 10/15. Please include an email address for confirmation.
To avoid the stress of finding a place to sit when you arrive... Purchase advance admission for 8-10 people & you can reserve a table!
Please send checks ($15 per person) to:
the Giving Network
45 North Gaston Ave
Somerville NJ 08876

Perfect girls night out or adult-family get-together! Bring your friends!
This is sure to be an evening filled with fun, prizes and laughter - all while helping a very worthy cause!

For more info, please visit: http://givingnetwork.bravehost.com/

Polo Match Fundraiser: Bring the Family, Bring the Fun, Bring the Hunt!

by Jaclyn Boruch
(Red Bank, NJ)

BGCM to host family tailgate at the colts neck polo club

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (BGCM) will be hosting “Bring the Family, Bring the fun, Bring the Hunt,” its first Family Tailgate party at the Colts Neck Polo Club on August 1, 2010. Parties may begin to arrive at 3 p.m, as the polo ...match will begin at 4 p.m and last till approximately 6 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Club’s Education and Graduation programs.


The Club will provide each tailgate with an 8’ table where patrons can dine, socialize or just relax with family and friends. This event is “BYO,” bring your own food, family, friends and fun. Family Tailgate tickets are $100 and individual tickets are $20 per person. Ticket includes one parking spot.


“We are excited that the Polo Club of Colts Neck opened up this opportunity to us. We’re always looking for new ways to involve the community and to raise awareness about the Club,” stated Development Director, Kelli Very. “We expect this to be a great end of the summer event and hope community members will join us.”


The BGCM expects nearly 200 attendees to enjoy a polo match for a day of Polo, support -more-Page 2of 2education programs and celebrate the Boys & Girls Clubs. All funds raised from the BGCM Family Tailgate continue with the BGCM mission to deliver educational programs directly to those who need us most in Monmouth County and to educate the public regarding the importance of the BGCM.


For more information about the “Bring the Family, Bring the fun, Bring the Hunt” tailgate event or to purchase tickets, please contact Meg at 732-530-0065 or visit www.BGCMonmouth.org/?page_id=49 .

Breakfast With Santa And The Boy Scouts

by Diana Valencia
(Bergenfield, NJ USA)

Mall lines for Santa too long? Don’t want to tackle the highway traffic? Boy Scout Troop 139 has good news for you. Bring the kids, pajamas and all, for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 11, between 7 AM and 11:30 AM, in Conlon Hall at 19 North William St., off East Main St., in Bergenfield. Visit with the Jolly Old Elf then enjoy pancakes, sausages, bagels, and beverages, or eat first and visit later. Admission is $5.00 per person; children under age 3 are free.
After breakfast, Dad can take the kids home so Mom can shop til she drops (or until 4:30 PM, whichever comes first) at the Flea Market & More. Dozens of vendors will sell arts, crafts, collectibles, clothing, toys, jewelry, candles, ham radio equipment, seasonal, and other unique items. Santa’s elves will gift wrap these purchases, or any others, for a nominal fee. Doors open at 7:30 AM. Show admission and parking are free.
Although its scouts hail from towns across Bergen and Hudson counties, St. John the Evangelist Church has chartered Troop 139 for more than 68 years. Scouting provides these boys, ages 11 to 18, with a program of personal growth through camping, hiking, outdoor adventures, and community service projects. Proceeds from Breakfast with Santa, the Flea Market & More, plus other fun(d)raisers support these activities.
For more information or vendor application forms, contact Diana Valencia at 201-446-0355 or email her at cecile033@aol.com.

Strut Your Mutt with Happy Tails Animal Rescue
May 16, Wood Cliff Lake

by Michelle Rauch
(Paramus, NJ USA)

May 16 - Strut Your Mutt with Happy Tails Animal Rescue at Wood Dale County Park in Woodcliff Lake NJ. Free Event! Dog Friendly - Please join us!

Sunday, May 16, 2010
10:00 AM
Wood Dale Park
Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Spend a fun-filled day helping raise money for pets in need. This is our biggest event of the year and it continues to get bigger each year. We rely on animal lovers like you to help make this day a huge success.

Enjoy a leisurely group walk around the pond, vendor booths, food, contests, demonstrations, entertainment, refreshments and more.

Contests include Best Costume and Best Doggie Kisser.

Click on Strut Your Mutt below to register. We will respond by sending you your "Strut Your Mutt" fundraising package. A valid email is required.

Please go to the following link for more info and to register for any of our upcoming events:
http://www.happytailsrescuenj.com/newsandevents.html

March of Dimes "Signature Chefs" Event

October 25, 2010 from 6P-9P at the Princeton Hyatt (102 Carnegie Center Princeton NJ 08540)

March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs event will take you on a culinary excursion featuring samplings of international flavors from the finest chefs and restaurants in Central Jersey. This tasting extravaganza is complemented by wine and spirits and accompanied by an array of unique and desirable auction items. This networking event is attended by approximately 350 guests, including executives from area corporations, public figures, food connoisseurs and members of the community.
Proceeds benefit the March of Dimes’ mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality through programs of research education community services and advocacy.

Ticket are $100.

Crafters Wanted!

CRAFTERS WANTED! 2nd Annual Arts & Craft Show sponsored by the Sgt. John F. Basilone Columbiettes on Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Ann's School, 29 Second Ave., Raritan, 08869, Rain or Shine, Prices range from $30 - $50, Contact Brenda 908-377-8703, broc13.1@juno.com or Laura 908-707-8535 or sdaniel123@aol.com.

Eleventh Hour Rescue's 5th
Annual Ice Cream Social
Rockaway, NJ

by Nicole
(NJ)

Pawsitive Experience and Eleventh Hour Rescue are hosting an ice cream social on August 7 from 11am-3pm to help raise funds for dogs who need a second chance at life due to illness, abandonment, neglect or abuse. Make your own ice cream sundaes with delicious Edys Ice Cream. Frosty Paws Doggie Ice Cream will be served for dogs. All dogs must be leashed and well-behaved. There will also be an agility course, games, keepsake photos, 50/50, Ask the Trainer, Candyland themed costume contest, dog caricaturist, food tent, and raffles. Prices are $4 for adults; $3 for children (10 and under). Free Frosty Paws for all dogs. E-mail IceCreamSocial@ehrdogs.org or visit www.ehrdogs.org for more information.

Plainfield Charity Pet Vendor Day

by Jill Pavel
(South Plainfield, NJ)

When: July 24th 2010 From 10AM to 5PM

Where: South Plainfield PAL, 1250 Maple Ave, South Plainfield NJ 07080

Why: Plainfield Area Humane Society is calling on all pet lovers to help support their first annual Vendor Day charity fundraiser. The PHS, a non-profit, no-kill shelter, is in desperate need of help to continue supporting the communities with caring for, rehabilitating, and medical treatment for stray, abandoned, and unwanted animals.

What: Vendor Day will feature pet and animal related vendors and groups, kid friendly, food, clothing, jewelry, crafters and more.

Admission: Adults & 11+: $2.00 donation per person.
Children under 10: Bring a can of animal food for free admission!

RAIN OR SHINE, indoor and outdoor.

Activities planned: Meet the Animals, face painting, balloon animals, carnival attractions and food, entertainment, door prizes, raffles and more.

For more details or information about vendor space, please contact Jill Pavel at
732-423-7727 or spfundraiers@gmail.com

Kids' Fun Fair

(Medford, NJ)

Kids' Fun Fair September 18 & 19 to benefit the American Cancer Society (Relay for LIfe) of Medford & The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Activites include: Small carnival games/prizes, chinese auction, face painting, caricature artist, sand art, Alpaca animals, Hula-hoop contest and a bake sale. This event is being held at the 20th Annual Septemberfest Craft Show at Indian Acres Tree Farm in Medford, NJ 609-953-0087. www.indianacrestreefarm.com

An Event Extraordinaire with Mira Nair
North Brunswick, NJ

(somerset, NJ)

Sunday, May 23, 2010 at6:30 pm at the Ramada Inn in North Brunswick, NJ.
Bitiya a non-profit whose mission is to provide educational opportunities and basic facilities for every needy female child. We intend to maintain an environment that builds self esteem, develops every child to her highest potential, and instills the attitudes, skills, and knowledge necessary to become an independent, valuable, contributing member of a progressive society.

CONTACT We Care 35th Anniversary Gala
Judy Collins Honoree

SAVE THE DATE!
35th Anniversary Gala Set for November 11th

CONTACT We Care will hold its 35th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at the Shackamaxon Golf & Country Club in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The event will celebrate individuals and businesses speaking out to prevent suicide, advocating for quality mental health services, and enhacing the lives of individuals throughout the state.

This year’s honorees include:

* Music Icon Judy Collins
* Nobel Laureate John Nash and wife Alicia Nash
* Sylvia Axelrod, NAMI NJ
* James Lape, Trinitas Regional Medical Center

For sponsorship or ticket information, please contact Arlene Klemow at 908-301-1899 or Arlene.klemow@contactwecare.org.

1st Annual Deaf Mosaics Center
Spring Wine and Cheese Tasting to Benefit Deaf Community!!

Please join us , you will have the opportunity to taste some of the World's finest wines, hot and cold hor d'oeuvres, even chocolate, while helping us continue our efforts to provide services for Deaf community and making a difference in a deaf community.

Ticket price: Member $45.00 Non-Member $55.00 (please call to reserve your tickets !)

Location : Primo Glass and Candy's Cottage
533 Cookman Ave.
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Time? 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Contact information : 732-686-9990/ 732-719-6745 or email ceo@deafmosaicscenter.org

The evening will be accompanied by raffles, great food and live music, a tour in Glass Art Gallery/ Candy's Cottage. As our gift to you, every attendee will receive a giveaway to take home, and one lucky guest will walk away with an exciting Door Prize.

Www.deafmosaicscenter.org

BRINGIT! 1ST ANNUAL FILM SHORTS FESTIVAL.
Event Aims to Raise Funds for New Jersey’s Center for Food Action

by Jason Rosoff
(NY, NY)

NORTH BERGEN, NEW JERSEY – May 12, 2010 – BRINGIT!, a non-profit project benefiting the Center for Food Action (CFA) is seeking submissions from independent film and movie makers to compete in its 1st Annual Short Festival, being held Friday, June 25, 2010.

The event, designed by volunteers, was created to raise funds and awareness for the Center for Food Action’s programs and services, while also promoting creativity and innovative filmmaking about hunger. Last year alone, CFA distributed nearly $3 million in food - more than 47,000 food packages and provided homelessness prevention services to 1,400 households.

Artists are encouraged to explore their craft through five categories aimed at the organization’s core mission including Bread, Plenty, Everybody Eat, The Lucky Freegetarian, and “Mmm…” Through these themes, they will have an opportunity to explore hunger and life’s downturns through a creative medium.

“BRINGIT! is about cultivating local talent, supporting community causes and promoting awareness all in one event,” said festival organizer Aki Liao. “New York filmmaker Seyi, our head-of-selection, will be joining us to help us create an evening full of fun, excitement and creativity, while also shedding light to an important issue.”

All submission fees and proceeds will benefit the Center for Food Action, whose mission is to provide emergency food, rental and utility assistance, counseling, and advocacy to its neighbors in need in Bergen County and the Upper Passaic Valley.

The event, which includes a screening, awards ceremony and reception, will take place at The Watermark on the Hudson, 8100 River Road, North Bergen, New Jersey, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, to make a donation or to get involved, please visit www.bringitnj.org or contact festival organizer Aki Liao at 201-569-1804 Ext. 29 or info@bringitnj.org.

ABOUT THE CENTER FOR FOOD ACTION
CFA is a non-profit organization that provides emergency services to low-income individuals and families living in northern New Jersey and offers technical assistance to pantries and soup kitchens across New Jersey. To learn more about CFA, please go to: www.cfanj.org

Friendly's Halloween ‘Cones for Kids’ Fundraiser Supports Easter Seals Camps

by Alyson Balan-Altman
(Easter Seals New Jersey)

Help a Child Go to Camp Friendly’s and Receive Valuable Coupons!

Now through October 31, 2010, participating Friendly’s Restaurants will again offer the Trick-or-Treat coupons for a donation to Easter Seals Camp Friendly’s.

For each $1 donation, you get 5 coupons for free Kids Cones plus a coupon for $5 off a $25 purchase at Friendly’s (redeemable from November 1st- December 31st).

Dollars raised will benefit benefit Easter Seals camps for children and adults with disabilities, such as Camp Merry Heart in New Jersey.

To find a participating Friendly's restaurant near you, visit the Events page at www.eastersealsnj.org.

Support Wildlife and our Environment
at the Wine and Wildlife Festival May 22, 2010

by Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
(Medford, NJ)

Like good food and wine? Love animals and want to help support their chance to live in the wild? Believe we should be conserving wild spaces? Come support the largest multi-species wildlife rehabilitator in New Jersey. Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge is hosting its annual Wine and Wildlife Festival on May 22, 2010 between 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wine tasting, fabulous food, incredible auction items, live animals, and back by popular demand...beer tasting! Musical entertainment provided by BLUESBOX DELUX - voted best blues band of 2009 by Courier Post readers. RSVP by May 12th. $50 per person or $40 discounted tickets are available prior to May 1st. Call us at 856-983-3329 for info or tickets.

June 4th Basket Bingo & Vendor Fair to
Help the Animals, Boonton Elks Lodge

by PASS
(Parsippany, NJ)

The PASS (the Parsippany Animal Supporters Society) Volunteers will be hosting a “Basket Bingo & Vendor Fair” to be held Friday, June 4th at the Boonton Elks Lodge, Grand Ballroom, 125 Cornelia Street, Boonton.

Doors open at 6:00 pm - for shopping at our Vendor Fair - plenty of wonderful opportunities to find "just what you've been looking for". Basket Bingo starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets (must be 18 or over) $15.00 includes 3 Bingo cards for each round of Bingo for a total of 10 games with chances to win wonderful baskets of prizes! 50/50 Raffle - - Refreshments will be served!

Reservations must be made in advance - Either pay via PayPal (order on-line) or contact camillefrumolt@yahoo.com or call (973) 285-0980 to pay by check.

Meet Our Vendors: Avon - Beaded Jewelry, Key Chairs & Badges - Cookie Lee - Designer Handbags - Jewelry by Diane - Lockwood Farms - Mary Kay - Pashmina scarves, pocketbooks, jewelry & accessories by Nazia Zaidi - The Occasion Department 56 - Pampered Chef - Pet Boutique by Cheryl & Chris - Sensoria Products inspired by nature & science - Sentsy - Silpada Sterling Silver Jewelry - Swarvorsky Jewels - Tastefully Simple - Tupperware

The funds raised from this fun evening will support the various programs which enable PASS to continue our focus on animal welfare issues including medical care as well as spay and neuter service for the homeless animals in our community and surrounding neighborhoods.

For more information, please email info@pass4pets.org and put “Basket Bingo” in the subject line, or call us at 973-402-PETS box 4.

Or visit us at www.pass4pets.org and click on the Activities page and select Events.

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PASS, is an all volunteer, non-profit group of citizens. Our Goals are (1) dedication to the improvement of animal welfare, (2) by supporting efforts to place unwanted animals in caring homes, (3) and other animal welfare initiatives.

Pie In The Sky

by Kara Casey
(Philadelphia)

This Thanksgiving help us make PIE IN THE SKY our most successful fundraiser ever by becoming a seller or organizing a team of sellers to be a part of THE BAKE SALE FOR BETTER HEALTH. Your service will make this bake sale a success by helping to raise the funds needed to nourish our neighbors in need. You can fill your stomach and your heart with these baked goods from MANNA because for every pie and cake sold you will help MANNA deliver nutritious meals to clients throughout the region.

MANNA improves the quality of life for hundreds of people coping with life-threatening illnesses throughout the Philadelphia region, by providing nutritional meals and counseling, completely free of charge.

Sign up as a seller at www.mannapa.org or call 215-496-2662.

Sign up by October 1st and sell until November 19th

The Run for Lesley

The Run For Lesley
Please join us for this wonderful Poker Run.

Date: Sunday, September 26, 2010
Time: Registration opens up at 9:00 am
Starting Point: North Jersey Customs/Route 53/Denville NJ
End Point: Morris Plains VFW/Route 53/Morris Plains NJ

This Poker Run was created to benefit Lesley Dalton and her family. Lesley has been fighting cervical cancer for 2 1/2+ years, the family has been overwhelmed financially and needs our help.

We have a wonderful day planned that will include super food by Ronnie's All American BBQ, music, vendors and of course a beautiful ride through scenic Morris County. Prizes galore and great friends to boot.

If you can't ride, please consider sponsoring a
"ghost rider".

For full details visit http://www.northjerseycustoms.com

100% of the proceeds will go directly to the Dalton family.

Donation- Rider $20.00 Passenger $15.00
North Jersey Customs
415 East Main Street
Denville, NJ 07834

The Shrine of St. Joseph Fundraiser: Barbeque Ribs & Steak Dinner

The Shrine of St. Joseph First Annual Barbeque Ribs & Steak Dinner

When: Saturday, June 26 — 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Where: The Shrine of St. Joseph, 1050 Long Hill Road, Stirling

Take a break from making dinner, and enjoy a delicious and fun time with your whole family… come to The Shrine of St. Joseph’s first annual fundraiser: Barbeque Ribs & Steak Dinner! You can enjoy a sit-down dinner, or do quick and easy take out.
This event will be held rain or shine. Due to a limited seating area, no strollers please.

Menu and prices:
• $25 adult steak or ribs dinner
• $15 adult hamburger or hotdog dinner
• $8 children (12 and under) hamburger or hotdog dinner
Dinner includes: salad, french fries, dessert, soda, coffee and tea.

Advance tickets recommended. Please mail your check (payable to: The Shrine of St. Joseph) to: The Shrine of St. Joseph, 1050 Long Hill Road, Stirling, NJ 07980. If mailing a check, please note “BBQ” on the envelope. Mailed checks must be received no later than the Wednesday preceding the event. Or email denoblack@hotmail.com for ticket information.

Musical Theatre at the Old Bridge YMCA

Music & Art Academy presents
Musical Theatre Shows
at the Old Bridge YMCA
1 Mannino Park Dr. Old Bridge, NJ 08857

On Sunday, May 16, 2010
Show 1:
Cinderella and The Wizard of Oz
12:00 pm 2:00 pm
Show 2:
Les Miserables and Cabaret
2:30 pm 4:30 pm

Admission:
10 per person, per show
Ages 3 & under are Free
Ages 3-6 are $5.00

Now on sale at Old Bridge YMCA
For further info call : (732) 727-0704
(50% of sales being donated to the YMCA Strong Kids Scholarship Program)

Netcong PTA - Beefsteak Dinner Fundraiser - Oct. 2nd

by Netcong PTA
(Netcong, NJ, USA)

Netcong PTA Beefsteak Dinner

Saturday, October 2nd, 6-10 PM
St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus, Rt. 46 E, Netcong NJ 07857

Adults Only - $35.00 per person.
Price includes all you can eat filet mignon, Entertainment, beer, soda.
There will be a raffle drawing for donated items.

For tickets please email netcongschoolpta@yahoo.com . Reserve your table today!
NO TICKETS will be sold at the door.

This event is being sponsored by the Netcong Elementary School PTA. All proceeds will benefit Netcong School trips and cultural arts programs.

Liza Minelli Concert to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County

Liza Minelli at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park
Friday June 18, 2010 at 8:00 pm.

to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County.

Tickets are still available!

Call the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (732-530-0065) for more information or visit http://www.livenation.com/.

NJ Charity Walks -- Walk for Children in Foster Care Ocean City NJ

by Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation
(Monmouth Junction, NJ)

September 12, 2010
501 Atlantic Ave. (off 6th and the Boardwalk), Ocean City, NJ
Registration: noon The walk will begin at 1:30.
Registering for this event will enable you to create a team and set a team and personal goal. Raise $30 and you get a free t-shirt!

609-977-4880
http://www.fafsfoundation.org/events/6/

You are invited to join Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation (FAFSF) in this year?s Walk for Children in Foster Care in NJ. Funds will be used to support the programs and services of Foster and Adoptive Family Services. No pets allowed. This is a rain or shine event.

Coffee House Jazz & Blues at the
Old Bridge YMCA

Old Bridge YMCA
presents
Coffee House
(coffee & dessert will be served)
featuring Chuck Lambert, Jazz & Blues singer

Saturday, May 15th
7:30 9:30 PM
$10.00 per person
at Old Bridge YMCA, 1 Mannino Park Dr., Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Ages 18+ only*
* Babysitting: $3.00 per child
reservation required, limit 30 children
Tickets on sale now at Old Bridge YMCA (732) 727- 0704
Proceeds to benefit the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign

JEMMS Foundation Bowl-a-thon, Sunday June 27, 2010

by Laura
(Middlesex County)

The JEMMS Foundation is having a Bowl-a-thon Fundraiser on Sunday June 27, 2010 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. This event will be sponsored by Majestic Bowling Lanes located at 525 Rt. 9 N. Hopelawn, NJ. The cost is $10.00 per person and includes 3 games of bowling & free rental shoes. (No outside food or drink is permitted.) For more information please contact Lisa Metzger at 732-850-4156 or email metzgerl@ymail.com

The JEMMS Foundation was founded in loving memory of 16 year old Jennifer Elizabeth Metzger who was killed in a car accident. The vehicle in which Jennifer was a passenger in was driven by a reckless speeding teenage driver who lost control. Jennifer was coming home from Majestic Lanes that night on May 14, 2009. She loved bowling and was currently on the Colonia High School Bowling Team when she died. The JEMMS Foundation is a Scholarship Fund that will benefit all High School Bowlers in the Greater Middlesex Conference who want to further their Education after High School. Please come out and support the JEMMS Foundation and do what Jennifer loved to do.........bowl!

BBQ Charity Fundraiser for Plainfield Area Humane Society

by Jill Pavel
(South Plainfield, NJ)

EVENT SOLUTIONS is proud to host a fundraiser for the PLAINFIED AREA HUMANE SOCIETY

At KC’s Korner!
“A DAY WITH THE DOGS”

When: October 10th 2010 From 12PM to 5PM

Where: KC’s Kroner, 100 Oak Tree Ave, So Plainfield NJ

MUSIC, FOOD, Facepainting, Raffles, & Bring your furry friend (on leashes)

Admission: $25.00 per person
Ages 10 and under $15.00

RAIN OR SHINE

For more information visit to our website: www.youreventsolutionsllc.com

Or contact Jill Pavel at 732-423-7727 or spfundraisers@gmail.com

Oktoberfest
Red Bank 2010

by Judy Musa
(Middletown, NJ, USA)

Oktoberfest Red Bank (www.OktoberfestRedBank.com) kicks off at 12:00 p.m with O'Zapft is! - tapping of the keg with Red Bank Mayor Pasquale Menna - at the Elks Lodge on 40 W. Front Street on Sunday, September 19, 2010.

This family-friendly Oktoberfest benefits the educational programs and library of the non-profit German School of Monmouth County (www.germanschoolmc.org).

Featuring a just-landed-from Germany band, authentic German buffet and beer, pretzel toss, beer stein races, games for kids, 50/50 and more, buy your tickets in advance - $25/adult, $10/child at info@germanschoolmc.org.
Limited tickets at the door: $30/adult, $10/child. Beer sold separately at the bar.

Grand Opening Reception - Arts Unbound Pop-Up Store!

by Kai Cole
(Maplewood, NJ)

As part of a yearlong celebration of its tenth anniversary, Arts Unbound, a non-profit organization for artists with disabilities, is opening a Pop Up holiday gift store in Maplewood Village to recognize over 20 talented artists with disabilities whose work with be on display and for sale. The store, titled, The Gift of Art, will officially open on Thursday, November 18th from 6 – 9 PM with a ribbon cutting ceremony, live music and refreshments. The public is encouraged to attend. Jewelry, handcrafted journals, greeting cards and gift products for all ages and at affordable prices will be featured in the store. Artists will be on hand throughout the season for demonstrations. The store is located directly across the street from the train station at 147B Maplewood Ave.

FREE and open to all! Great music, food, and raflle prize!

Kids Korral Day at Indian Acres Tree Farm.

September 25, 2010 11am - 4pm
Indian Acres Tree Farm
111 Tuckerton Rd, Medford, NJ 08055
Come on out and enjoy a fun day on the farm while helping a great program raise money. All the money for the pony rides and face painting will go towards this great charity along with a portion of the ticket sales for the pumpkin picking wagon rides, moon bounce, barrel train ride and hoppity hop race track. This farm also has a wonderful free play area, goats and alpaca's to feed. Experience this all while enjoying apple cider donuts and listening to music from a local DJ.
Kids Korral's very own program ponies will be here to provide rides from 12 pm - 3 pm.
Kids Korral exists for the purpose of offering children with special needs the opportunity to participate in horse-assisted activities and obtain the benefits derived through therapeutic horsemanship while experiencing the freedom, joy and fun of riding one of God?s greatest creatures: The Horse!
Money raised will directly benefit the riders/program in the following ways:
purchase of adaptive riding equipment; obtaining therapeutic training tools for use in each session; partial/full scholarships; acquisition of volunteer training aids..and more. Questions or directions contact Tracy LaRosa at (609) 556-4590

The Arc of Monmouth Walkathon

by Carol
(Tinton Falls, NJ)

THE 12TH ANNUAL STEP UP FOR THE ARC WALK

This May will mark the 12th Annual Step Up For The Arc Walk, our second most important fundraiser. The event will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Liberty Park II, West Park Ave, Tinton Falls. Walking trails are stroller and wheelchair accessible!



Last year there were over 250 walkers of all ages and almost 100 volunteers drawn from local high school service clubs, sports teams, boy and girl scouts. The Step UP For The Arc Walk is a family oriented day of fun, food and music. There are balloon animals, crafts, carnival games, a DJ, FREE breakfast and lunch as well as great prizes and T-shirts for the walkers, give-away bags with M & M’s and coupons. No fee to enter but a $40 donation gets you a t-shirt.



Everyone can develop their very own web page and e-mail it to prospective sponsors. Visit www.arcofmonmouth.org , click "Walk" for instructions on how to set up your page and get started. Sponsors and volunteers are always needed. The Arc depends on YOU! Call Development for a registration brochure, 732-493-1919, ext. 122 today!

Merlin's KIDS Golf fore Autism!

by Jeanne
(Waldwick, NJ)

Monday, October 4, 2010
Montammy Golf Club
Route 9W
Alpine, NJ

Join us for golf and a reception with celebrities, including a Silent Auction. Or join us just for the reception, which includes; open bar, gourmet dinner, entertainment, Awards Ceremony and valet parking.
Golfers will:
Start the day practicing their swing at the driving range before
they hit the green
Participate in a putting contest
Enjoy breakfast
BBQ provided on holes #4 and #9
Shotgun start
Then end the day with a gourmet dinner, open bar, reception &
awards, music and Silent auction

Register online by September 20 - Space is limited.
http://www.merlinskids.org or call 201.788.3882

Paws for Pancakes
at IHOP, Boonton, NJ on May 19th

by PASS
(Parsippany, NJ)

PASS (Parsippany Animal Supporters Society) says to "Come hungry, leave happy", knowing that you've helped homeless animals by enjoying a family meal at IHOP.

Where: International House of Pancakes - IHOP
304 Wooton Street, Boonton, NJ

When: Wednesday, May 19th
All day (7:00 am - 10:00 pm) - dine-in only

A portion of your order will go to help PASS if you tell your server that you are participating in the PASS fundraising event.

Enjoy everything from pancakes to crepes, burgers to hearty dinners.

They even have senior specials, a kids menu and "IHOP for Me" menu with entrees under 600 calories.

Don't forget to mention the PASS promotion when ordering and turn in your participation slip when you order. To print a copy of the participation slip - visit www.pass4pets.org, click on the Activities page and select Events.

For more information call 973-402-7387, Box #4.

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PASS, is an all volunteer, non-profit group of citizens. Our Goals are (1) dedication to the improvement of animal welfare, (2) by supporting efforts to place unwanted animals in caring homes, (3) and other animal welfare initiatives.

Blue Moon Bark Ball--Jersey Shore's First Fur Ball for People and their Pooches

by inBLOOM events pr
(Long Branch, NJ)

PURR'N POOCH FOUNDATION FOR ANIMALS HOSTS THE JERSEY SHORE'S FIRST "FUR" BALL FOR PEOPLE AND THEIR PUPS

Join the Purr'n Pooch Foundation for Animals this fall at the Blue Moon Bark Ball, the Jersey Shore's First black-tie optional gala for people AND their pooches! Hosted by Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch, NJ, the"Fur Ball" fundraiser will take place on Saturday, October 9th, from 6-10pm, with proceeds supporting New Jersey's neediest animal rescue organizations. Enjoy signature "Blue Muttini" cocktails and open bar, surf and turf dinner, dancing with music by East Coast favorite, the Eddie Bruce Band, auctions of unique and luxurious prizes for you and your pet and a King and Queen of the Ball Awards. Tickets are $200 per person and canine companions are free. Table reservations, journal advertisements, and sponsorships are available. Visit www.purrnpoochfoundation.org to purchase tickets online as reservations are limited. Contact Event Co-Chair Jean Hager at (732) 693-3080 for more information.

Beauty and the Beach Run/Walk

by Rebecca
(Long Branch NJ)

This scenic 5 mile race along the ocean is all about the ladies and what makes us feel good about ourselves. It is a super flat course with a great post race party to follow. As women who run, we wanted to create a race that would allow women to do what they do best, set goals and exceed them. This would make a great first race or first 5 miler or a race you hope to set a new Personal Record (PR). Sign up early and you can join us for running clinics in September and October along with a free 8 week training plan to help you prepare for the big day.

The event is a fundraiser for Aslan. Aslan Youth Ministries is an organization dedicated to helping children, one child at a time. Aslan is a non-profit organization headquartered in Red Bank, NJ serving urban youth and their families in Monmouth County. The Kids in the program work the finish line and hand out the finisher pendants to each of the participants.

Mass Effect Marathon for Child's Play Charity

by Katherine Valenti
(Denville, NJ)

On November 26th, the first annual Mass Effect Marathon video game marathon will set out to play Mass Effect, have fun, and donate money to the Child’s Play Charity.

Visitors are encouraged to come watch a team of gamers play through Mass Effect 1 & 2, and donate money through the site to Child’s Play, a charity that donates over a million dollars to Children’s Hospitals worldwide every year.

The Mass Effect Marathon is a video-gaming marathon broadcast live on the internet by g33kWatch, a group of gamers who provide news and podcasts about the geek community. For three days straight, the group will be playing Mass Effect 1 and Mass Effect 2 consecutively. Mass Effect is a series of games developed by BioWare, and distributed by Electronic Arts. They follow the adventures of Commander Shepard as he travels the galaxy, fighting against the villainous Collectors and Reapers. Throughout the game, players are present choices of morality that determine whether Commander Shepard is viewed as a Paragon, or Renegade.

Viewers are asked to donate money via the masseffect.g33kwatch.com website, and as the dollar total rises, the players will change the final outcome of the games. Donations will actually determine what the final game ending will be when the marathon is completed. Viewers are encouraged to participate by e-mail, Twitter, or by live internet chat, where they can ask questions of the players, make requests, vote in online polls that will determine how the games are played, and entering to win prizes. To view the gaming marathon, donate money, or find more information, please visit masseffect.g33kwatch.com.

G33kWatch is a central hub that provides news, convention reviews and journalistic perspective about anything and everything related to the geek community. The majority of the information is done via podcasts, which can be downloaded at www.g33kwatch.com.

For more information, or to talk with other members of g33kWatch, please contact:

Joseph Valenti – masseffect@g33kwatch.com

Walk To Cure Juvenile Diabetes Walk Oct 17, 2010

by TINA
(NJ, USA)

Come out and join my team call Hope For the Kids for the Walk to Cure Juvenile Diabetes.
It will take place at Medco Corporate Headquarters, 100 Parsons Pond Dr, Franklin Lakes, NJ, on Sunday October 17, 2010,@ 9:00 am .

You can also can create your own team or be a regular walker that day. That day will have entertainment for the whole family and food. So come out and support a great cause. For more information about this walk contact the local chapter Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at 201-568-4838. On the day of the walk you can say you are here for team name (Hope for The kids) or you can say, you are here for yourself. . Do not forget to register online @ www.jdrf.org. Locate the walk by dropping down and pick the state of NJ, then pick the Bergen/ Passaic walk. From there you can pick our team name Hope For the Kids or do your own.

If you would like to support our team, follow Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) link to make a online donation: http://walk.jdrf.org/support.cfm?id=87814939

ZUMBATHON at the
Old Bridge YMCA

Saturday, May 22, 2010
12 pm - 4 pm
4 hour fun-filled, calorie-burning, fitness party + bake sale + assorted vendors

at Old Bridge YMCA
1 Mannino Park Dr., Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Members: $10 before 5/8; $15 after 5/8
Non Members: $15 5/9-15; $20 after 5/15

All proceeds are going to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign
(732) 727-0704

Texas Hold-em Poker Tournament -To Benefit Kids

by Frank
(Freehold)

TEXAS HOLD'EM POKER TOURNAMENT
Friday, November 12, 2010
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Includes a dinner buffet and $6000 in chips if you register by November 5; after November 5th price is $125 per person with dinner buffet and $5,000 in chips.
Prize awarded for 1st place winner.

Hosted by The Sunrise Optimist Club of Freehold
A 501c3 community service organization dedicated to
supporting and bringing out the best in kids.
Our House Restaurant
420 Adelphia Road, Farmingdale
Info: 732-780-2406
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., first card will be dealt at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $100

Christmas In July Tricky Tray - Animals in Need

by Thomas Waespy
(Hawthorne NJ)

Saturday, July 10, 2010
Tricky Tray Sponsored By
Animals Need You
Location:
Garfield Elks Club
65 Lanza Ave
Garfield, NJ

Doors Open: 6:30 pm
Drawing: 8:00 pm
Admission: $7.00 / $3.00 children
*Children Welcome*
HANDICAPPED_ACCESSIBLE: Yes
NO ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD
TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR
$7- Admission includes coffee, cake, snacks,
25 tickets to small table and a door prize ticket.
All proceeds go to the spay/neuter of stray cats & dogs,
and the feeding and veterinary bills of sick, injured, homeless animals.
Prizes include 45-55 large prizes, 125 med sized prizes,
a mystery prize, a large food basket, 50/50 and much more.

More Info:
973-420-2981
website: http://www.animalsneedyou.rescuegroups.org

Rock the River

by Jennifer Conners
(Voorhees, NJ)

Join Lilo's Promise for a southern style BBQ and live music with "The Real Feel" on the beautiful Mullica River as we raise funds to help homeless dogs. Come dance away the afternoon or just relax & enjoy the musical stylings of the The Real Feel as you take in the incredible view and amazing sunset!
Saturday, September 25th 4pm-9pm (Rain date 9/26)
Sweetwater Riverdeck, Sweetwater, NJ 08037
Tickets: $40 (BBQ, Draft Beer, Wine & Specialty Drinks from 4-7pm) Raffles, Prizes & More!
Please call for tickets: 856-207-7818

Miniature Golf and Silent Auction Benefit For The FoBAS Cozy Cottage Cat Adoption Center

Enjoy a fun night of 18 holes of indoor miniature golf, games, silent auction, sandwich supper and more to benefit the cats at the FoBAS Cozy Cottage Cat Adoption Center. This exciting event will be held Sunday, October 17, 8:00 – 10:00 pm at Monster Golf, 49 E. Midland Avenue, Paramus.

Tickets are only $25.00 each, advance sales only. E-mail fobas@me.com - or order and pay for tickets using the “Donate Now” button on our website. http://web.mac.com/epowley Hole sponsorships are also available at $35 each for those who wish to honor a current companion or in memory of a companion who has “passed over the Rainbow Bridge.”


FoBAS Cozy Cottage Cat Adoption Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing care and socialization of homeless cats as they await adoption to new forever homes. FoBAS Cozy Cottage Cat Adoption Center is open noon – 3:30 pm every Saturday and Sunday for adoptions at 11-18 Saddle River Rd, Fair Lawn. Check out our website or call us at 201-254-9864 to adopt or for more information. http://web.mac.com/epowley
e-mail address: fobas@me.com

GreenFest Community Day:
Encouraging a Greener Tomorrow
at the Sussex County Community College

GreenFest Community Day hosted by Sussex County Chamber of Commerce will be held Saturday, May 1st at the Sussex County Community College in Newton, NJ. A fun outdoor festival with activities for children, GreenFest Community Day will bring together people who want to make a positive difference in their lives and in the world through practical, real-life options. GreenFest Community Day will feature family entertainment, environmentally friendly products and green exhibits for the home, garden, construction, business, energy and conservation. Healthy and local foods, handcrafted and natural products, renewable energy, as well as green transportation will be highlighted at the festival. Share a day with others in our community who care about the environment!

Fair Media Council New Jersey Connection Day

by Jaci Clement
(Fair Media Council, NY)

On May 7, businesses and nonprofit organizations can take part in the Fair Media Council's first annual New Jersey Connection Day and meet the Northern New Jersey media for a half-day program of educational workshops, networking and story pitching. The event is designed to educate the public on how to effectively work with the news media, while enabling the news media to create new contacts and tap into the pulse of the community. Details and registration is at www.fairmediacouncil.org

NJ Charity Walks Walk for Children in Foster Care Buccleuch Park New Brunswick NJ

by Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation
(Monmouth Junction, NJ)

Sunday, September 26, 2010
Buccleuch Park, 321 Easton Ave., New Brunswick, NJ
Registration: noon The walk will begin at 1:30.
Registering for this event will enable you to create a team and set a team and personal goal. Raise $30 and you get a free t-shirt!

609-977-4880
http://www.fafsfoundation.org/events/7/

You are invited to join Foster and Adoptive Family Services Foundation (FAFSF) in this year?s Walk for Children in Foster Care in NJ. Funds will be used to support the programs and services of Foster and Adoptive Family Services. Well-behaved pets on leashes are permitted at Buccleuch Park. This is a rain or shine event.

South Orange Performing Arts Center's SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT Benefit 6.19

South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) proudly presents
SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT
An all-day celebration of South Orange/Maplewood arts and community, today’s top artists join hands to help benefit SOPAC
Celebration starts June 19th @ 11:00AM with a Community Sing-Along, followed by an Afternoon of Editing Workshop & Rachel Getting Married Film Screening with award-winning editor Tim Squyres, and “Class of ‘93” Artist Talk with Zach Braff & AJ Calloway, and ends with SOPAC’s Benefit Gala Hosted by NY1’s Budd Mishkin with performances by Ms. Lauryn Hill, Christine Ebersole, Max Weinberg, Kelly Bishop, Lydia Johnson Dance, Christiane Noll, Bill Charlap, Renee Rosnes, and many more

The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT, an all-day, star-filled celebration to benefit SOPAC, to honor the South Orange/Maplewood community and its contribution to the arts. From 11:00AM – 11:00PM on Saturday, June 19th, over 1,000 local residents of all ages are anticipated to experience a plethora of performances, workshops, panel discussions, and more. From a morning family-friendly show featuring indigenous music of Africa, to an intimate afternoon conversation with Columbia High School alumni Zach Braff and AJ Calloway, to a glamorous evening with performances by several stars of stage and screen, SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT is an unprecedented festival of the arts! (Detailed program schedule is below.)

“The genesis of SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT is the vision and passion of one impactful South Orange resident, Jonathan Felsman, who lost his battle with cancer last year,” explains Ondine Landa-Abramson, SOPAC’s Executive Director. “He was committed to making both South Orange and SOPAC premier arts destinations. We hope to reflect his incomparable vision and drive through this extraordinary event.” In Felsman’s honor, SOPAC will bestow the 2010 Jonathan Felsman Spirit Award to South Orange’s beloved traffic control officer Butch Larkin. In addition, the 2010 Spring Gala Honoree awards go to former Secretary of State of New Jersey Nina Mitchell Wells, and founding SOPAC Chair of the Board Barbara Stoller.

A tribute to all the talent that has derived from the Essex County area, SMALL TOWN, BIG TALENT showcases local artists including: South Orange/Maplewood residents and/or natives Budd Mishkin (NY1), singer/songwriter Ms. Lauryn Hill, Christiane Noll (2010 TONY nominee), Kelly Bishop (TONY Award winner), Christine Ebersole (two-time TONY Award winner), Max Weinberg (drummer; member of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band), Zach Braff (TV/film actor and director), AJ Calloway (EXTRA correspondent), Tim Squyres (award-winning film editor), Nat Adderly, Jr. (pop/blues arranger), Lydia Johnson Dance (SOPAC’s resident dance company), Jessica Kirson (comedienne), Bill Charlap & Renee Rosnes (jazz pianists), Sarah Partridge (jazz vocalist), and many more.


Small Town, Big Talent to Benefit the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) and its Artistic and Educational Programs
Saturday, June 19
South Orange Performing Arts Center (One SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ)
To purchase tickets or for more info, visit www.SOPACnow.org or call 973.313.ARTS


COMMUNITY SING-ALONG: SONGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
11:00AM
Tickets: $20 Adults/$10 Children Age 10 and Under

A celebration of family and friends! Join your neighbors in this one-of-a-kind community sing-along featuring songs from around the world. Open to all ages. Guest artists include: Marafanyi Drum, Dance & Song – three NJ-based female drummers who fuse West African rhythms and dance; today’s hottest adult-friendly kiddie pop musician Rebecca Frezza; and South Orange’s own singer/songwriter Peri Smilow.


FILM WORKSHOP & SCREENING
12:00 Noon – 4:00PM
Tickets: Workshop & Screening $25/$18 Students & Seniors
Workshop Only $18/$12 Students & Seniors
Screening Only $12/$10 Students & Seniors

“Rachel Getting Married” Screening & Discussion
12:00 Noon

Augmenting the afternoon’s Editing Workshop with Tim Squyres, SOPAC presents a special screening of Squyres’ recent project, Rachel Getting Married. A 2008 drama film directed by Jonathan Demme, Rachel Getting Married received numerous critics awards including both a Golden Globe and OSCAR Nomination. Rachel Getting Married stars Anne Hathaway, Rosemarie DeWitt, Bill Irwin and Debra Winger. Screening will be followed by a Q & A with the film’s editor, Tim Squyres.

Film Editing Workshop with Award-Winning Editor Tim Squyres
3:00PM

Ever wonder how film dailies transform into an OSCAR Nominated film?! Come join award-winning editor and NJ-native Tim Squyres for an intimate workshop about film editing. The editor of renowned blockbuster movies including Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Syriana, The Ice Storm, Sense & Sensibility, and Gosford Park, Squyres will present an editing workshop appropriate for both laymen and budding film editors alike. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to go behind the scenes!


CLASS OF ’93: ARTIST TALK w/ ZACH BRAFF & AJ CALLOWAY
1:00PM
Tickets: $25/$10 Children Ages 15 and Under

It was a very good year… Columbia High School’s Class of 1993 was an auspicious group of budding artists. Two alumni return to South Orange for this special afternoon talk at SOPAC. NY1’s Budd Mishkin conducts exclusive interviews with: television (Scrubs) and film actor/director/producer (Garden State) Zach Braff; and veteran broadcaster/journalist and EXTRA correspondent AJ Calloway.


ARTIST TALK w/ DRUMMER MAX WEINBERG
3:00PM
Tickets: $25/$10 Children Ages 15 and Under

“The attainment of everything a twelve year old drummer from the suburbs of Jersey ever dared to
dream,” cites Max Weinberg of his work of 36 years with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. In addition to touring with and serving as the rhythmic backbone of the E Street Band, Weinberg keeps himself busy performing with the likes of Paul McCartney, Sting, Tom Jones, Ringo Starr (on Ringo’s drums!), Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Bono of U2, and Levon Helm and the Band. Host Budd Mishkin of NY 1 sits down with Weinberg for an intimate one-on-one.


SOPAC ANNUAL BENEFIT CONCERT
6:00PM VIP Reception with Artists & Silent Auction
8:00PM Performance and Celebration
10:00PM Post-Performance Dessert Reception
Tickets:
$75 | South Orange/Maplewood Resident Seating
Special Performance Only Price for South Orange and Maplewood Residents, Limited Tickets Available. First-come, First-Served. Only Available at SOPAC Box Office. Limit two tickets per resident/household.
$150 | General Seating
Includes One Ticket to Evening Performance and SOPAC Membership (Individual level membership).
$250 | Orchestra Seating
Includes One Ticket to Evening Performance. Access to VIP Reception with Artists & Post Performance Dessert Reception. Valet Parking Pass.
$300 | VIP Seating
All Access Ticket to Morning & Afternoon Programs. One VIP Ticket to Evening Performance. Access to VIP Reception with Artists & Post Performance Dessert Reception. Valet Parking Pass.To Purchase VIP Tickets, Please Call the SOPAC Development Office at 973.382.1033

One spectacular evening soaked with performances by today’s top artists, SOPAC’s annual benefit gala spotlights both local talent and local humanitarians. Performances by: singer/songwriter Ms. Lauryn Hill; Broadway stars Christine Ebersole, Kelly Bishop, Christiane Noll, Joanna Young, Sandy Rustin, Charlie Pollock, and Jamie LaVerdiere; musical artists Max Weinberg, Bill Charlap, Renee Rosnes, and Sarah Partridge; SOPAC’s residence dance company Lydia Johnson Dance; and comedienne Jessica Kirson. Directed by Jeremy Dobrish, the evening will be hosted by NY1’s Budd Mishkin to be joined by Zach Braff and AJ Calloway. Additional guests to be announced…

This year, SOPAC’s Spring Gala is inspired by the vision of Jonathan Felsman, a South Orange resident who lost his battle with cancer last year. Jonathan was proud of South Orange, its demographic diversity, and its commitment to the arts. Jonathan’s vision was to make South Orange/Maplewood a cultural destination, and SOPAC was at the center of this dream. In honor of him, SOPAC presents the 2010 Jonathan Felsman Spirit Award to South Orange’s beloved traffic control officer Butch Larkin. In addition, the 2010 Spring Gala Honorees include: former Secretary of State of New Jersey Nina Mitchell Wells, and founding SOPAC Chair of the Board Barbara Stoller.

About SOPAC
Since 2006, SOPAC has been serving as the premier performing arts center in the region. SOPAC offers innovative artistic and cultural experiences for diverse audiences in an intimate, inviting environment. The multidisciplinary arts center hosts a variety of live performances, community events and education programs for all ages. To further expand its offerings, SOPAC has a partnership with the Juilliard School of Music to present Juilliard @ SOPAC—a series featuring upcoming musicians from the acclaimed conservatory. SOPAC is also a home for Seton Hall University Arts Council’s performances, including Classical Concert Series, Jazz N’ the Hall performances, and Seton Hall Theatre productions.

Monmouth County SPCA Dog Walk & Pet Fair

by Stephanie Attaway
(Eatontown, NJ)

The Monmouth County SPCA is leashing up for their 17th Annual Dog Walk & Pet Fair on the campus of Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, New Jersey. Last year’s Walk attracted more than 2,000 people and their pets from all over the tri-state area, and with devoted animal lover and rescue advocate Caroline Manzo from The Real Housewives of New Jersey as the Event Chair, this year’s Dog Walk is certain to be bigger than ever!

The event will be hosted by long-time supporter Liz Jeressi of 94.3 The Point. Live music and entertainment will be provided by The Wag, complimented by plenty of vendors, exhibitors and bow-wow pet boutiques, food, demonstrations, contests, activities for kids, photo opportunities and much more. Pets available for adoption will also be featured at the event.

Register online at www.mcspcadogwalk.org and collect pledges from friends and family for your chance to win incredible prizes. This year's Top Fundraiser will have their dog featured as the Honorary Chairdog for the 2011 Dog Walk & Pet Fair! Those attending with a dog must raise a minimum of $25 in pledges, or pay $30 admission at the door. Grab your pooch and help support the Monmouth County SPCA!

The Dog Walk & Pet Fair is the Monmouth County SPCA’s largest fundraising event of the year, and all proceeds allow them to care for thousands of abused, abandoned and homeless animals throughout Monmouth County. For more information about the Walk, please contact MCSPCA Events Manager Stephanie Attaway via email at stephanie@monmouthcountyspca.org or call 732-542-2030. You can also visit their event website at www.mcspcadogwalk.org.

One Health Day

A FREE community-wide event that offers an educational approach to pet, human and environmental health. There will be fun-filled activities for our families and furry friends.

Sunday, June 27, 2010 in Veterans Park, N. Dean St.(b/t Demarest & Depot Sq) Englewood, N.J. from 10am to 3pm.

Public health, safety and recreation officials participate, as well as veterinarians, local hospitals, environmental organizations and local businesses.

for more information visit www.englewoodanimalhospital.com

St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Shelter, Madison NJ

by Christine Internicola
(Madison, NJ)

Come out for a fun event of jewelry shopping and helping animals all at once.
St.Hubert's Animal Welfare Center, Madison, NJ is hosting a Silpada Jewelry Party on APRIL 21st, 2010. See over 400 pieces of Silpada Jewelry and pick out some great new gifts for Mother's Day.

Plus, bring in any unwanted gold and recieve cash for it on the spot. There will be great snacks and door prizes. It will be a night of fun that will help our homeless shelter animals in need. Can't wait to see you there. For more information email STHubertsGOLD@aol.com


St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center
575 Woodland Ave
Madison, NJ 07940


See You There : )

1st Annual Pasta Night &
Tricky Tray Scholarship Fundraiser

by Laura
(Middlesex County)

The JEMMS Foundation
(Jennifer Elizabeth Metzger Memorial Scholarship) will have their
"First Annual Pasta Night & Tricky Tray"
fundraiser to benefit High School Bowlers in the Greater Middlesex Conference. The event will be held Friday May 21, 2010 at the Magyar Reformed Church Center at 347 Kirkland Place in Perth Amboy. Dinner will be from 6:00 to 7:30 pm and the Auction will begin at 8:00 pm. There will be Door prizes & 50/50's too. Tickets are $10 for Adults and $6.00 for Children 12 and under. Tricky Tray tickets sold separately. Reservations are a must.
For tickets and more information please call Lisa at
732-850-4156 or Laura at 732-324-0180. You can also email metzger@ymail.com.

Jennifer Metzger was killed in a car accident May 14,2009 at the age of 16. Jennifer had a zest for life and wanted to become a pro bowler as well as a model. Her highest score was a 257 during the 2007-2008 season where she won the girls Central High Game Sectional Champion in a tournament. Jennifer's parents want to keep her memory and passion alive.

To read more about Jennifer and about this Scholarship please see this webiste. http://woodbridge.injersey.com/2010/04/02/memory-of-my-daughter-jennifer-will-live-on-with-college-scholarship/

1st Annual Beefsteak Dinner

by Janice Burness
(Burlington, NJ)

Date: Friday, November 5, 2010, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Location: Rockaway VFW Post #344, 210 Chestnut Terrace, Rockaway, New Jersey 07866

Description: Hosted by Cascade East Beagle Rescue and Eastern German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue.

For just $35 a ticket, all you can eat beef tenderloin on French bread, French fries, salad, pickles, and olives. Beverages include coffee, tea and soda. Ice cream sundaes for dessert.

Cash bar for alcohol.

DJ entertainment, 50-50, and raffle baskets.


Contact: For more info call 973-580-3997 or visit
http://www.jamm08.org/beefsteak.html

Spotlight on Dover Little Theatre
Helping our Animals on May 21st

by PASS
(Parsippany, NJ)

PASS (Parsippany Animal Supporters Society) welcomes you to enjoy an evening of comedy with "The Play's the Thing". A fast-paced and funny satire showing just how ridiculous a writer can make an actor appear, particularly when the actor is in no position to protest! Collaborators Turai and Mansky bring their young composer Albert on a surprise visit to an Italian castle. There they find Ilna, their prima donna and Albert's fiancee. When they overhear Ilona in an impassioned conversation with her leading man, Turai contrives to make it appear that the conversation was actually a rehearsal for a play!

So make it a night out, by having dinner at one of the local restaurants, then heading over to the Dover Little Theatre, Elliott Street, Dover. visit our website for directions
There will be Door Prize Baskets only for PASS ticket holders. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

- Reservations must be made in advance as seating is limited. Deadline for receiving payment by mail or making an on-line payment is May 14th. Either pay via PayPal (order on-line) or mail your check payable to PASS to: Box 5077, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Tickets will be held, in your name, at the Box Office for pick-up on the evening of the performance. After May 14th, please contact Clare Phelan lbb61@yahoo.com as to ticket availability.

Friday, May 21st, 2010
Doors open at 7:00 pm - seating at 7:30 pm
Performance begins at 8:00 pm

Hosted by Clare Phelan - for more information contact info@pass4pets.org or call 973-402-7387 box 4

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PASS, is an all volunteer, non-profit group of citizens. Our Goals are (1) dedication to the improvement of animal welfare, (2) by supporting efforts to place unwanted animals in caring homes, (3) and other animal welfare initiatives.

Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey: Walk for Wishes

What is the Walk for Wishes?

Walk for Wishes is the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey’s signature fund raising and awareness event, taking place in three locations across New Jersey. Powered by wish families, volunteers, donors and friends of the Foundation, this wonderful fund raising effort not only generates vital funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey but also celebrates the many wishes that have been granted here in the Garden State. Register at www.walkforwishesnj.org.


Jersey Shore
Saturday, September 18, 2010
1.7 mile walk
Registration 9 a.m. • Walk 10 a.m.
Stockton Lake Park, 2nd Ave & Stockton Ave. Manasquan, NJ 08736

South Jersey
Sunday, September 26, 2010
3.7 mile walk
Registration 9 a.m. • Walk 10 a.m.
Cooper River Park, 5000 North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ 08109

North Jersey
Sunday, October 17, 2010 (new this year – 5K Run!)
3 mile walk & 5K Run
Registration 8:30 a.m. • Run 10 a.m. • Walk 10:05 a.m.
Liberty State Park, 200 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305

WALKERS: NO FEE TO REGISTER. EACH WALKER IS ENCOURAGED TO RAISE $125 TO RECEIVE A WALK T-SHIRT. EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE.


5K Run Info (10/17 EVENT ONLY):
Pre-registration: $20 by 10/11/10
USATF-NJ Member: $18 by 10/11/10
After 10/11 & Day of: $25

5K Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female, Top M/F in Ages: 14 & Under, 15 – 19, 20 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 – 69, 70 & older

Amenities: T-shirts for all pre-registered runners. T-shirts on event day while they last. Pre-race breakfast, refreshments, music, face painting, children’s activities and more!

Course: USATF Certified & Sanctioned Course, New Jersey Grand Prix Event – 500 Points Beautiful flat course along the Hudson River on Liberty Walk. Views of Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline. Mile clocks and water stops.

Race Results: Best Racing Systems www.bestrace.com

For more information or to become a sponsor please contact Kimberly Puleo at the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey at 1-800-252-WISH (9474) or kpuleo@wishnj.org.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County Fall Gala

by Jaclyn Boruch
(Red Bank)

On Friday, October 22, 2010, join us for our annual fall gala and auction fundraiser benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs kids, Asbury Park and Red Bank Units.

This year, at Branches in West Long Branch, enjoy an amazing event filled with an exciting cocktail hour, silent and live auction, dinner and dancing the night away.
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Please contact Meg at 732.530.0065 or meg@bgcmonmouth.org for ticket, sponsor, event journal and silent auction information.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Community Yard Sale

by Adrian
(Piscataway, NJ, USA)

Macedonia Baptist Church is sponsoring a community wide yard sale on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 8am-4pm (rain date June 5th). Vendors wanted - $25.00/space (approx 10x10). Please contact Pearlie at 732-985-7162 or email at dantley401@msn.com for more information. Held at 519 Mercer Street, Bridgewater, NJ