• The Heart of New Jersey Chorus, Sweet Adelines International, invites all women who are interested in singing to visit the award-winning chorus any Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. for an evening of singing and camaraderie. There are openings in all voice parts. For information, call Ellen, 732-616- 7929, or Audra, 732-239-5052.

• A Parents’Night Out is offered by De- Bows United Methodist Church, corner of Route 571 and Route 537, Jackson, at no cost for parents who have special needs children. Siblings are welcome. The last event for this school year will be May 14 from 6-9 pm. Registration: 732-928-4475.

• The Millstone Elks Ladies Auxiliary will host an old/new flea market on May 15 in the parking lot of Glory’s Market at the intersection of Route 526 and Route 527, Jackson. Rain date is May 16.

• A benefit car show and craft show will be hosted by the Monsignor Donovan High School PTA from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 15 at St. Joseph’s Parish Fields at the corner of Whitty and Old Freehold roads in Toms River. Awards will be presented. The fee for vendors/crafters is $50. Day of show fees for cars/motorcycles is $35. Details: 732- 929-9748. The registration form can be downloaded at www.mondonhs.com.

• Midieval castles of England and Wales will be explored at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, at 2 p.m. May 15. A slide presentation of the castles will be presented by Dr. Ian Burrow of Hunter Research. Topics will include a chronological survey emphasizing changes through time and what to look for when visiting a castle. The free program is open to the public, but registration is requested. Call 732-928-4400 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

• Lakewood Airport, 1900 Cedar Bridge Ave., Lakewood, invites the public to visit the airport from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 15 for National Learn to Fly Day. Join the Monmouth Area Flying Club for an introductory flight ($50) and learn what it takes to become a pilot. Details: membership@ flymafc.com.

• The Jackson United Methodist Church, 68 Bennetts Mills Road, Jackson, will host live music performances of various genres on the third Saturday of each month. A light meal will be served. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to share. A love/free-will offering will be accepted. All ages are welcome. Upcoming lineup of entertainment: May 15, John Finkleday. Details: 732-833- 8808.

• Sunday Cruisers meet the third Sunday of each month through November from 1:30-4 p.m. at the Clifmar Diner, Brook Plaza Shopping Center, 2010 West County Line Road, Jackson. The next meeting date will be May 16. There will be food, business discounts, prizes and toys for children. All are welcome. Sunday Cruisers events are open to all all cars from all years. Details: 732-370-0888.

• The Ocean County Retired Educators Association will host its spring meeting and luncheon at the Jack Baker Lobster Shanty Restaurant in Point Pleasant Beach at 11 a.m. May 20. Edith Fulton, a member of the New Jersey State Board of Education and past president of NJEA, will be the guest speaker. The cost of the luncheon is $23 per person. Reservation forms can be found at www.ocrea.net. Details: 732-350-9322.

• Prince of Peace Educational Center, 434 Aldrich Road, Howell, will host an open house from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 20 and again from 6-8 p.m. The school has announced a new extended day preschool program to meet the needs of parents. Details: 732-367-2544.

• “BBQ, Baskets and Beach Ball Bash,” a fundraiser for Rescue Ridge, a nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue group, will be held from 3-7 p.m. May 22 at the Headliner, 1401 Route 35 south, Neptune. The event will feature a gift auction, grill and buffet, bar, music and more. Cost: $25 per adult, $10 per child. Event details, donations and adoption info: 732-681-3450, or send an email to rescueridgeshelter@ gmail.com or visit www.rescueridge.petfinder.com.

• The DeBows United Methodist Church, corner of Route 537 and Route 571, Jackson, will host its monthly coffee house at 7 p.m. May 22. Those who wish to perform should contact the church at 732-928- 4475. There is no admission charge.

• All-American Flea Market and Bake Sale will be held outdoors beginning at 8 a.m. May 22 at Bethesda United Methodist Church, Route 524, in the Adelphia section of Howell (across from the Adelphia firehouse). Vendor spaces are available at a cost of $15 with a table, or $10 for a space only. Admission and parking are free. Details: 732-308-3657.

• Singer and songwriter Peter Yarrow, of Peter, Paul and Mary, will visit the Toms River Library, 101 Washington St., Toms River, at 2 p.m. May 23. Yarrow will bring his new book and 12-song CD, “Songs for Little Folks.” The program is free and open to the public. Details: www.theoceancountylibrary. org or call 732-349-6200.