Assist-2-Sell real estate franchise of Jackson was recently recognized as one of the top 10 percent performing Assist-2-Sell offices in the nation for the first half of 2004, according to broker/owner Kimberly Kelly and broker-salesperson/owner Raymond Ciamarra.

The award was announced at the company’s annual convention in Reno, Nev. The top 10 percent performing offices are chosen from more than 400 Assist-2-Sell offices throughout the United States and Canada.

Bella Terra retirement community, 2 Kathleen Drive, Jackson, will host a free open house dessert buffet Nov. 17 and Nov. 23 from 1-3 p.m. The open house will include entertainment by Silk & Steel, door prizes and tours of model apartments in addition to the complimentary dessert buffet, for which reservations are required. Call (732) 730-9500 to reserve. The community consists of independent living apartments, assisted living apartments and The Seasons, a specialized “memory care” program. Details: (732) 730-9500.