Ocean County College, in cooperation with the Ocean County Personnel and Guidance Association, will host the 35th annual OCC College Night 7-9 p.m. Oct. 17 in the OCC gymnasium. College Night is free and open to the public.

Representatives from approximately 100 colleges and universities from across the United States will be available to answer questions from prospective students. OCC students interested in transferring to upper-division schools, as well as high school students and their parents, are encouraged to attend.

Information on financial aid will be available, including financial aid seminars at 7:15, 7:45 and 8:15 p.m.

Details: (732) 255-0400, ext. 2960, 732.255.0424 (TTY) or www.ocean.edu.

Lakewood Community School has sewing classes

Registration is now being accepted by the Lakewood Community School for sewing classes. Classes will be held Mondays at Lakewood High School, 855 Somerset Ave., from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning Oct. 16 as part of the fall adult enrichment program. The fee for the eight-week sewing class is $40

The class will teach students how to choose correct fabric, read and cut patterns, and how to size, measure and sew a garment. Details and registration: (732) 905-3685 or www.lakewood.k12.nj.us.

Casino Night to raise funds for drama club

The Howell Optimist Club in conjunction with the Howell High School Drama Club Parents Association will present a Casino Night fundraiser on Nov. 4 at Our House Restaurant, Howell, from 7 to 11 p.m.

The ticket price of $50 includes buffet, cash bar, gift auction, $50 in "lucky money," and a chance to "roll the dice" and win $25,000.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Howell Optimist youth programs and the Howell High School Drama Club.

For information and tickets, visit www.hhsdramaclub.com or call (732) 773-7956. Minimum age for ticket holders is 21.

Casino Night to raise funds for drama club

The Howell Optimist Club in conjunction with the Howell High School Drama Club Parents Association will present a Casino Night fundraiser on Nov. 4 at Our House Restaurant, Howell, from 7 to 11 p.m.

The ticket price of $50 includes buffet, cash bar, gift auction, $50 in "lucky money," and a chance to "roll the dice" and win $25,000.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Howell Optimist youth programs and the Howell High School Drama Club.

For information and tickets, visit www.hhsdramaclub.com or call (732) 773-7956. Minimum age for ticket holders is 21.

Four-week Microsoft Word class in Lakewood

The Lakewood Community School program is accepting registrations for a four-week course in Microsoft Word as part of the fall adult enrichment program. The class will be held at Lakewood High School on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. commencing Oct. 17.

The instructor will cover the use of tool bars, editing, formatting and simple graphics. Average typing speed is required.

The fee is $45 to attend. Details and registration: (732) 905-3685 or visit www.lakewood.k12.nj.us.

Hadassah of Jackson reaches out to others

Bat Shalom Hadassah of Jackson is seeking young women who are interested in starting their own group under its charter. Hadassah is a women's social club and more. It teaches health awareness, offers treatment to people of all faiths in Israel, educates, provides humanitarian relief, is an advocate for issues of concern to women and Jews in America, and promotes Jewish education and spirituality. Call (732) 833-1151 for details.

Class in flower arranging

to be held in Lakewood

Registration is in progress for a five-week flower-arranging class sponsored by the Lakewood Community School. Students will create fresh flower arrangements to accent their home. Class will be held at Flowers by Creative Design Florist, 1700 Madison Ave., Lakewood (Lakewood Plaza) commencing Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The class fee is $35. Visit www.lakewood.k12.nj.us/commnews or call (732) 905-3685.

Trip to see Radio City 'Christmas Spectacular'

The Lakewood Community School has tickets available for the Radio City "Christmas Spectacular" scheduled for Dec. 12. The fee of $75 includes transportation and orchestra seating and ample time to see the holiday decorations. Details and reservations: (732) 905-3685.

Dog agility will be on

display at county park

The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will conduct a dog agility demonstration at Ocean County Park, Lakewood, from 9-10 a.m. Oct. 14. The event is free and attendees are welcome to bring their dogs on a leash. The Unleashed Club for Dogs, of Toms River, will conduct the event. Details: (877) OCParks (627-2757) or visit www.oceancountyparks.org.