• Free tax assistance will be provided by AARP representatives at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, on Tuesday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon now through April 15. There is no age requirement and there are no appointments. Details: (732) 928-4400.

• Ida Donahay Devlin, the Howell historian, will speak about "Presidents - Alive and Wise," at the Feb. 29 meeting of the Howell Historical Society. The meeting will be held at 8 p.m. at the Howell town hall, Preventorium Road. No charge. All are welcome. Details: (732) 932-2212.

• An art auction will be held at Congregation Achavat Achim, 344 Windeler Road, Howell, March 1 at 8 p.m. Preview will begin at 7 p.m.Admission: $10.Amini gift basket drawing will also take place. Details and tickets: (732) 367-1677.

• "Safe Schools for All," a free program about bullying and harassment of people based on sexual orientation or gender identity (which is prohibited by New Jersey state law), will be held at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, at 7 p.m. March 5. Open to the public. Details and registration: (732) 928-440.

• "Beyond Disability: The Fe Fe Stories," a film discussion about teens with disabilities and how they want the world to see them, will be presented March 8, 1 p.m., at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson. Attendees will watch the film, discuss the issues, talk with students with disabilities and learn from local organizations who empower people with disabilities. Geared toward high school students and those who work with and live with teens. Details and registration: (732) 928-4400.

• Tai Chi Chuan classes will be held at Ocean County Park Beach Complex, Route 88, Lakewood, March 12 through April 30 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fee: $40 per person. Details and registration: (877) OCPARKS or www.oceancountyparks.org. Refer to program 433484-1A when registering.

• Entertainer Sophie Tucker will be brought to life by Maggie Worsdale at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, March 18 at 7 p.m. Worsdale will present a one-hour cabaret show about the life of the entertainer. The show is appropriate for teens and adults. Details and registration: (732) 928-4400.

• A flea market hosted by the Jackson Liberty High School Key Club will be held March 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jackson Liberty High School, 125 North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson. The fee for a vendor's table is $15. Details and vendor's forms: (732) 300-8311 or send an e-mail to sbscalzo@jacksonsd.org.

• Junior Ceramics, a program for Jackson children ages 8-12, will be offered by the Jackson Department of Recreation and Senior Services, March 29 from 10- 11:30 a.m. at the Jackson public works building on Don Connor Boulevard. Fee: $12 per class. Proof of age and residency required. Register at the public works building Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Details: (732) 928-1200, ext. 255.

• The Howell United Republican Club meets the third Monday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Howell First Aid Squad building on Kent Road, Howell. Details: (848) 525-8454.