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Quote of the Issue:

      Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.
                                                  Dr. Leo Buscaglia (1924-1998), author, professor of special education

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A WORD OR TWO FROM ME
by Karen E. Jarosz
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Happy Valentine's Day! I know it is early but it seems that the month of February is a month of love now not just the one day! Anyway, I also think it is a great opportunity to share your love with not just your sweetie but your family members, friends and those around you that could be changed by just a small act of love. Love doesn't have to be all flowers and candy. It can be a smile on a gray day, a kind word to someone who needs it, a kind act just because or a little surprise just because. Love is what the world needs now....

Until February 18th, give a little bit of your love to others and watch what happens!
Karen

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LOCAL HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
by Karen E. Jarosz
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February 5 - Soaring Crane Qigong Classes at the Wellness Community® located at 613 Hope Road, Victoria Commons, Eatontown will begin tonight and run thru March 11. The class is from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and is  conducted by Donna Panarello, Physical Therapist. Qigong ancient Chinese healing movements to strengthen the body improve balance and flexibility and calm the spirit. For more information call (732) 758-9200. The Wellness Community is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support, education and hope to people affected by cancer and their loved ones. All of their programs are free of charge.

February 5 - Enjoy the sounds of  The Festival Flutes at 7 pm at Neptune Public Library Neptune Boulevard. It is free to the public. Call (732) 922-2273

February 6 - First String - The World of String Music featuring Australian violinist Asmira Woodward-Page & NY guitarist Daniel Lippel at Algonquin Arts Theatre located at 173 Main St, Manasquan.Showtime is 10:30 am. Call (732) 528-9211

February 8 - Singing Astaire is a Fred Astaire Songbook starring Hilary Kole at the Algonquin Arts Theatre located at 173 Main St, Manasquan. Showtime is 8 pm. Call (732) 528-9211

February 8 thru March 1 - Nunsense will be presented at  The Spring Lake Theatre Third and Madison Avenues Spring Lake. Call for showtimes (732) 449-4530

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February 9 - Keyport Knights of Columbus Annual Valentines Party Dinner/ Dance from 7 to 11 pm is a chance to spend a fine evening with someone special, friends and family. Good food, refreshments, and music.  Leave your winter coats in the closet and enjoy a nostalgic dinner and dance. Great Dinner with many extras including deserts & coffee, etc.  Good Music from their favorite DJ · Open Bar (Draft Beer, Wine & Soda) All for only $20.00 each. For information call 732-264-9729

February 9 & 10 - Ocean Grove's Chocolate Lovers' Weekend! Come and spend the day or the entire weekend at one of Ocean Grove's romantic inns. The celebration continues throughout the day and into the evening. Enjoy one or all of the exciting events during this Annual Chocolate Lovers' Weekend!
Inn-side Open House Chocolate lovers are invited to visit some of Ocean Grove's beautiful Victorian Inns for a peek inside and a touch of something sweet like Chocolate! The tour is free and will be held on Saturday, February 9th from 11am to 4pm. Winter Walk Take a walking tour of Ocean Grove and win prizes! The Ocean Grove Area Chamber of Commerce brings you a day of fun with a walking tour game. Match all the historic landmarks on the map and you could be a winner. Maps and instructions will be available at the Chamber office located at 45 Pilgrim Pathway from 10am to 4pm. Completed puzzles must be returned to the Chamber office before 5pm. Hunt for Hearts The Ocean Grove shopkeepers have a special "heart" placed somewhere in their shops and you must find the heart! Pick up your game board and instructions between 10am and 4pm at the Chamber office, 45 Pilgrim Pathway. Complete the game board and return it to the Chamber office before 5pm. YOU could be a winner! Dine the Night Away Each of the participating restaurants is preparing special delicious Valentine's Dinners for your dining pleasure.Feb. 10, Horse and Carriage Rides 1-4 Purchase your tickets at the Chamber Office between 12 and 1(or later) to reserve a seat in our horse-drawn carriage. The tours will depart every 20 minutes, and will be narrated by an Historical Society member. ($5/pp)
For information, call 732-774-1391 or visit www.oceangrovenj.com.

February 9 - The Sisters Rosenzweig will be presented at the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan 883 Route 34, Matawan. Call for showtimes (732) 583-7874

February 10 - Sandy Hook Birding Program with Sandy Hook rarity magnet Tom Boyle, Associate Naturalist, will hit many of his favorite "Hook" birding hotspots, offering a different perspective on birding at this great winter site. Pre-registration is recommended and meet at Lot B, Bayberry Gateway National Recreation Area Sandy Hook at at 7 am. Call (732) 872-2500

February 10 - Recklessly Romantic is a chance to enjoy the Music of Violinist, James Graseck piano accompanied by Doris Stevenson at Monmouth County Library Headquarters 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan. the concert starts at 2 pm. Call (732) 431-7222

February 13 - SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County are offering a free workshop, How to Start a New Business the Right Way, on Wednesday at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, Manalapan, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 14 - Nicole Atkins and the Sea, One of Rolling Stone's Top Ten Artists to Watch will be performing at the Algonquin Arts Theater 173 Main Street, Manasquan at 8 pm. Call (732) 528-9211

February 14 & 15 - Tick, Tick...BOOM! is a book, Music, and Lyrics by Johnathan Larson being presented at  Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center Newman Springs Road Lincroft at 8 pm. Call (732) 224-2411

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February 15 thru 17 - The Sisters Rosenzweig will be presented at the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan 883 Route 34, Matawan. Call for showtimes (732) 583-7874

February 15 - Girls' Night Out  is an evening of fun and female camaraderie. Guests will sip champagne, delight in rich chocolate, sample delicious food, shop for fabulous products, and enjoy NJ Rep's new comic play "And Her Hair Went With Her."  at New Jersey Repertory Company 179 Broadway, Long Branch starting at 7 pm. Call (732) 229-3166 ext. 104

February 16 - Celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year with music, song, dance, dragons, origami, and food at Monmouth County Library Headquarters 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan starting at 1:30pm. Call (732) 431-7222

February 16 - Rock legend Levon Helm performs at the Paramount Theatre Ocean Avenue between Fifth and Sunset Asbury Park at 8 pm. Call (732) 897-6500

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SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County Needs YOU
Would you like to help a small-business owner or a budding entrepreneur become successful? Share your expertise through SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County. Business people, either actively working or retired, who would like to volunteer their time and expertise to help start new businesses or help existing businesses grow, are always welcome to join SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County. SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County meets the first Friday of every month at 10:00 a.m. in Room 220 of the ATeC Building on the Lincroft campus of Brookdale Community College. Feel free to attend. SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County is a national nonprofit organization and a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). For further information contact SCORE at www.SCORE36.org, or leave a message at the SCORE office on the Brookdale Community College campus at 732-219-9119.

Shore Speakers Club now meets regularly in Neptune at the Neptune Public Library, Neptune Boulevard Neptune.They meet 1st & 3rd Mondays at 7 pm.

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Freehold Phrasers Toastmasters Club meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays each month at the Western Monmouth - Chamber of Commerce, 17 Broad Street , Freehold, NJ 07728 at 7:30 pm. For more information call Jim, 732-605-1362, or email jsamuel12@comcast.net, or see http://www.freeholdphrasers.homestead.com. The January meetings are January 2nd and January 16th

The Monmouth County Association for the Blind needs Driver Volunteers on a rotating basis to assist their members in getting to their monthly dinner meetings and then home. The dinner meetings are held in the Wall Township area and take place the second Monday of the month between 6pm-8pm. Driver volunteers are invited to stay for the dinner. Anyone interested please call Lucy at 732-280-6655 or email lucyjb@optonline.net.

BNI, The World's Largest Referral Organization, is looking to start up new chapters in Mercer County. If interested contact rjarosz@bninj.com

Magic: the Gathering group meetings about every other Monday for casual fun play. Call Rick Kirk, 732 224-8883 or email rickjan@comcast.net to get on the mailing list.

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Township of Ocean Historical Museum is now open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1- 4!!! Call 732-531-2136 for more info.

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CALLING ALL ARTISANS, Atlantic Artisans, LLC is hosting a night of "Live Art". We are looking for submissions from any artisan that wants to exhibit their art in a creative, informative, moving way in a window while spectators marvel at your artistic ability. We are accepting all submissions in the form of email or snail mail. Creativity is the key and more details will follow when you submit your idea. This is a way to educate the public of the creativity that all artists exhibit. For more information please email Atlantic Artisans, LLC at 732-291-0100.

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Writer's Ink Poetry Group meets every other Tuesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Red Bank Library located at 84 West Front Street Red Bank. Gloria Healy is the moderator. For more info please call 732-741-8966

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Thompsons Beach, Cumberland County, New Jersey
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SCORE
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Sandy Hook, Official Sandy Hook
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The Ocean Institute at Sandy Hook
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US COAST GUARD AUXILIARY - SANDY HOOK, NJ
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Save the Planetarium Fund
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SOUTH JERSEY ASTRONOMY CLUB
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Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area
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Welcomes you to the City Guide for Spring Lake, NJ
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Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tours
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Jersey Shore Christmas Ornament
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Season's Greetings From The Jersey Shore
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War at the Shore
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Official website of the Path to Glory Gaming Club
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Flames of War Escalation League
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Bradley Beach Historical Society
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Bradley Beach Public Library
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