• A fish fry sponsored by the New Egypt Elks, 105 Lakewood Road, New Egypt, will be held from 6-8 p.m. March 13 at the lodge. The cost for a fish dinner is $9 (two pieces) and $10 (three pieces). Chicken will be available for $8 (two pieces) and $9 (three pieces). All children's dinners are $5. Proceeds benefit charities supported by the Elks. Details: 609-351- 3428.

• The Orchards at Bartley, 100 North County Line Road, Jackson, is offering a free presentation to celebrate National Nutrition Month. "Eating Right at Any Age" will be presented from 1:30-2:30 p.m. March 17. Bartley's registered dietician, Jane Stoedter, will discuss the importance of eating right - especially among the senior population - and its effect on overall health. The presentation will include an interactive discussion and a food tasting session. To reserve a space, call 732-730-1700 no later than March 13.

• Molle Management Talent and Model Agency will host an open call for girls ages 12-15 to be a part of an all-girl singing group now being formed. Talented future stars may audition from noon to 5 p.m. March 14 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove. Details: 732-223-4222 or 717-645-2651.

• An indoor flea market will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 14 at St. Stephen Ukrainian Church, 1344 White Oak Bottom Road, Toms River. Vendors and ethnic food will be featured. Details: 732-255-5753.

• New Jersey women through history will be explored at 2 p.m. March 14 at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson. Volunteers Cynthia Smith and Norvella Lightbody will tell the audience about outstanding women in education, government, sports and the arts from the pre-European period to the present day. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Details: 732-928-4400.

• Howell Township Cultural Arts will present free winter concerts on Sundays at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road. On March 15, Jennifer Mylod will perform traditional Irish songs and tunes. Concerts will begin at 3 p.m., with free refreshments following the concert. Details: 732-938- 4500, ext. 2501.

• The Jackson Municipal Alliance holds monthly meetings at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, from 9-11 a.m. Meetings are scheduled for March 16, April 6, May 11, June 1 and July 6. The alliance is an organization dedicated to providing anti-alcohol, drug, violence programs, while promoting positive, healthy decision making and fostering good citizenship for all the residents of Jackson and others who attend these programs. Anyone interested in attending the meetings, as well as those wishing to join the Jackson Municipal Alliance, is welcome. Details: 723-620-3958.

• "Ladron Que Roba," a Spanish language featured film will be presented at the Lakewood library, 301 Lexington Ave., Lakewood, at 6:30 p.m. March 16. The movie is rated PG-13 and all are welcome to attend. No registration is required. Details: 732-363-1435, ext. 1202.

• The life and work of suffragist leader Alice Paul will be discussed at 7 p.m. March 17 at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson. The program is free. Registration is requested by calling 732-928- 4400.

• A boating class will be conducted by Coast Boating School from 7-10 p.m. March 18-19 at New Egypt High School, Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Completion of the safe boating class is a mandatory requirement by law for all who plan to operate vessels, including jet skis, on New Jersey waters. Details: 609-758-6800, ext. 251.

• Bat Shalom Hadassah of Jackson- Howell will hold its kosher Passover wine and cheese tasting event at Westlake Mews, South Cooks Bridge Road, Jackson, at 7:30 p.m. March 19. Attendees will taste a variety of Passover wines. Everyone 21 years of age or older is invited. Admission: $5 per person. Details: 732-928-9653.

• The Jersey Shore Model Car Club will hold its annual Stock Car Night on March 20. The event will feature models from other racing series and racing memorabilia on display. All are welcome to attend the meeting, which will be held from 7-11 p.m. on the second floor of the Herbertsville First Aid Squad building, 375 Herbertsville Road, Brick Township. Details: 732-364- 5829.

• A self-defense program for girls will be offered at the Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, from 10 a.m. to noon March 21. Girls age 12 and over are invited to attend. Daughter and mother pairs and college bound teens are also welcome to attend the two-hour class taught by black belt instructor Walter Miller. The program is free and open to the public. Register in person, by phone, 732-928-4400, or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

• SPARK of Plumsted, a parent advisory group for parents of students with special needs, will be hosting a spring craft fair at the Dr. Gerald Woehr Elementary School, 44 North Main St., New Egypt, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 21. The event will feature crafters and a yard sale. Vendor spaces start at $15 (bring your own table). Interested vendors may call Donna at 609-758-6193 to register.

• A spring craft and vendor fair will be held at the Jackson Volunteer Fire Company, 113 New Prospect Road, Jackson, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 22. Craft/vendor spaces are available. Details: 732-370- 2180. Proceeds will benefit the firehouse.

• The Mothers Center of the Jersey Shore is holding its 17th annual gift auction on March 26 at the Ramada Inn, Toms River. Proceeds will benefit local charities and the Mothers Center of the Jersey Shore.

Tickets are $30 and include a full dinner, dessert, soft drinks, and coffee. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Tables of up to 12 people may be reserved. Details and tickets: 732- 255-4237.