AMVETS raffle offers new car as prize
      JACKSON — American Veterans (AMVETS) Post 2 of Jackson is conducting a raffle fundraiser to win a 2010 Chevy Malibu furnished by Pine Belt Chevrolet of Freehold. Tickets may be purchased at a cost of $20 each. Only 2,500 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Sept. 4. All proceeds will benefit the veterans organization. For tickets call 732-814-0279.
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Event will focus on sports industry
      Individuals who are looking to work in the sports industry can take advantage of a networking opportunity as the Lakewood BlueClaws host their first Sports Management and Networking Night on June 17.
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Dean named to chair finance committee
      Dr. Michael A. Palladino of Howell, dean of the School of Science at Monmouth University, West Long Branch, has been appointed to a three-year term as chair of the Finance Committee for the American Society of Andrology (ASA).
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Free companionship offered to seniors
      Community Services Inc. of Ocean County provides friendly visitors and/or telephone calls to people age 60 and older at no charge. The service helps to provide companionship as well as a sense of security and well-being for senior citizens who are homebound.
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Latino festival and health fair planned
      The Latino Community Connection and the Ocean County Health Department are sponsoring the Latino Community Spring Fest and Health Fair, to be held in Lakewood Town Square, Lakewood, on June 5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event will feature health information, food, prizes and entertainment.
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      • 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.
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