Living Nativity slated at DeBows Church
      A living Nativity will be presented at De- Bows United Methodist Church, corner of Routes 537 and 571, Jackson, Dec. 20 at 6 and 7:15 p.m. Live animals including a donkey, sheep and goats will be part of the Sight and Sound re-enactment of the birth of Christ.
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Menorah lighting slated for Dec. 23
      Jackson's annual Hanukkah menorah lighting will be held 4:30-6 p.m. Dec. 23 at the Jackson municipal building, West Veterans Highway. The menorah was donated by Rabbi Carlbach, spiritual director of the Chabad of Central and South Jersey, who will officiate at the lighting of the candles and explain the miracle of Hanukkah.
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Benefit concert set for Dec. 21 at Jackson club
      JACKSON — A holiday relief benefit concert will be held at the Central Jersey Italian American Club, Cpl. Luigi Marciante Jr. Memorial Drive, beginning at 3 p.m. Dec. 21. "The holidays are coming, and right before the holidays is a great time to lend a helping hand to those in need," said Joseph Riccardi, president of the Central Jersey Italian American Club.
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Datebook
      • The New Egypt Elks Lodge invites families to the lodge at 105 Lakewood Road, Plumsted, any Wednesday or Friday evening, until at least New Year's Eve, 5-10 p.m. to see its interactive train set. The set has working trains, an illuminated town and lots of surprises. There is no charge to see the display. Details: 609-758-8700.
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