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I am a big fan of the Blue Claws. It is such a great time for the family and kids and they are such a wonderful resource to the community. They host other event like 2009 Cycles 54 Twilight Series, presented by NJ Natural Gas. They have shown great support to the community through event like this! It is nice to see an organization give back to the community as well as support local business. Thank you Blue Claws!

Originally published on blueclaws.com.

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – The Lakewood BlueClaws will host their annual Military Appreciation Night at FirstEnergy Park on Tuesday, June 16th and the BlueClaws are asking fans to help support the troops by participating in the Troop Supply and Clothing Drive at that night’s game.

Boxes will be set up in front of the ballpark for fans to drop off a variety of items. The list of items in need includes razors, snacks, baby wipes, shampoo, soap, non-chocolate candy and sweets, sun block (SPF 40 or higher), lip balm, writing utensils, silly string, deodorant, tissues, q-tips, white socks, batteries-
, insect repellant with Deet and flashlights.

The Troop Supply and Clothing Drive is in conjunction with the Monmouth-Ocean Central Labor Council Military Committee, Monmouth-Ocean Building Trade Council, National Guard, Toms River Armory, A.R.M.S, Troop Clothing Drive, and IBEW Local 400 Military Committee. Additionally, Local 400 takes supplies all year round at 3310 Hwy 138 E in Wall.

“It’s not often that you get to thank the people that risk their lives on a daily basis to make this country safe,” said BlueClaws General Manager Geoff Brown. “It’s our pleasure to host Military Appreciation Night and the Troop Supply Drive so our fans can give back to these special people.”

“This is our 5th year doing this event,” said member of IBEW Local 400 Military Committee Pay O’Keefe. “Since then we have picked up more organizations to make it even a bigger success and I’m sure this year will be even better.”

The BlueClaws players and coaches will be wearing special camouflage jerseys during the game as in years past.

The BlueClaws will also continue to collect gently used cell phones as part of the Cell Phones for Soldiers program. Bring your used cell phone to the NJR Information Booth behind home plate during any BlueClaws game to donate.

Ceremonies for the 7:05 p.m. game with the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) will begin at approximately 6:15.

The Lakewood BlueClaws welcomed 425,166 fans to FirstEnergy Park during the 2008 season which upped their eight-season total to 3,595,378. They have led the South Atlantic League in average or overall attendance in each of their eight seasons.

The team recently announced that all children, ages 12 and under, will eat free at every 2009 home game thanks to NJ 101.5.

Visit Pumpkins and Petunia for Childrens Clothing in Westfield NJ.

Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp to Rock FirstEnergy Park

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – The Bob Dylan Show, featuring Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp, is coming to FirstEnergy Park for a concert on Thursday, July 23rd. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, May 2nd.

For more information visit BlueClaws.com

NJ Marathon Expo

When:
Friday, 5/1 from 10 A.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturday, 5/2 from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M.

Where:
Pier Village, Long Branch

The Marathon Expo is Open to All; Race Participants, Spectators, Fans & Running Enthusiasts!

Stop by the big tent to check out:

Shore Runner Outlet Store bargains on running shoes, apparel & accessories! 30-50% Off

Say hello to Christine and her team. I would not trust my feet to anyone else.

Other great vendors at the expo: Aline, American Cancer Society, Aquamedica Spa, Bondi Band, Excel Travel Fond Memories, I Run Like A Girl, Lara Bars, Mizuno, NJRRC, Samsung, Saucony, Team in Training, The Stick, and Wyvern Sports

NJ Marathon Expo Speaker Schedule

Friday, May 1st
2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Marc Bloom book signing for his new novel, Young Runners

Saturday, May 2nd
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Brian Shea of Personal Best Nutrition
Pre & Race Day Nutritional Strategies
What, When & How Much???

What do I eat for dinner? What should I have for breakfast?? How much & how often should I drink if it’s hot/cold??? Should I be drinking Gatorade or water or….????

Do you have any last minute questions about your nutritional plan heading into the 1/2 or full marathon? Have all your nutritional questions answered on Saturday by renowned endurance sports nutritional strategist, Brian Shea. There’s a reason some of the best athletes in world consult with Brian prior to Olympic & World Championship events & now you have the opportunity to do the same. Brian will conduct an overview of pre & race day nutritional strategies as well as an ‘open’ Q&A to get all your nutritional questions answered before heading into the big day!

12:30 – 12:45 p.m. Coach Jack
Do’s & Don’ts For Marathoners
Quick & simple tips for your race Sunday..or anything Marathon! Plus Q&A Session

Coach Jack Heely is an running coach with Great Strides, LLC. Coach Heely has been an avid sportsman all of his life. For over 35 years he has played and coached adult and youth soccer. he has also played baseball, cricket, and of course, he is a dedicated runner, having complete 30 marathons and 7 ultra marathons. He has been an official marathon pacer with the New Jersey Marathon for the past 3 years and is very familiar with every mile of our course.

1:00 – 1:30 p.m. Wayne Baker
The history of the Johnny Hayes 1908 Olympic Marathon Medal, why the marathon is 26.2 miles and how the story of Dorando Pietri and Johhny Hayes can make you a smarter runner tomorrow. AND the 1908 Olympic Gold Medal will be on display at the expo!

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. David Stretanski
Certified ChiRunning & ChiWalking Coach & Instructor
ChiRunning/ChiWalking Approaches to Injury-Free Fitness

ChiRunning/ChiWalking combine the principles and inner focus of T’ai Chi with running/walking to dramatically improve posture, balance, technique, and efficiency while reducing any chance of discomfort, aches/pains or injury. The session will present the key principles and how they create a safe, effective and enjoyable lifelong fitness program. Comparisons between running vs. ChiRunning and walking vs. ChiWalking and will also be provided. Merchandise will be available after the lecture, from 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.

David has been an unbelievable supporter of the YMCA Tri-Club, but more importantly is a true enthusiast who gives of himself to help new runners and promote the sport of running.

3:00 – 3:15 p.m. Coach Jack
Do’s & Don’ts For Marathoners
Quick & simple tips for your race Sunday..or anything Marathon! Plus Q&A Session

Coach Jack Heely is an running coach with Great Strides, LLC. Coach Heely has been an avid sportsman all of his life. For over 35 years he has played and coached adult and youth soccer. he has also played baseball, cricket, and of course, he is a dedicated runner, having complete 30 marathons and 7 ultra marathons. He has been an official marathon pacer with the New Jersey Marathon for the past 3 years and is very familiar with every mile of our course.

Since I currently own two Subaru’s and have a great love for all things NJ (well almost everything OK!) I felt inspired to share this with you. The funny thing is that those of you who know me, know I am also a mountain biker. After I bought my new bike last year I found out that that Subaru sponsors the Gary Fisher team. Not only do I own their cars but I also own a bike. Talk about a target market, well Subaru and Gary Fisher you had me pegged….

Subaru Road Racing Team Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park

May 2, 2009

After contending for the Drivers’ Championship in the Grand-Am Koni Challenge last year, the Subaru Road Racing Team (SRRT) returns on May 2, 2009 to New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) which serves as the third round in this very competitive road racing series. Returning drivers Kristian Skavnes and Andrew Aquilante will share driving duties in their #111 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT spec.B sedan.

Access www.grand-am.com/koni for information on the 2009 KONI Sports Car Challenge series.

Visit the OurMonmouth.com Monmouth County Automotive listings.

Where:
YMCA of Western Monmouth
470 East Freehold Road
Freehold, NJ 07728
732 462-0464

Spring2 2009 Session: May 4 – June 21, 7 Weeks

CHI RUNNING
YMCA Members: $75.00
Learn to run efficiently and reduce injury by applying simple T’ai Chi principles. Through a series of lessons, exercises, and practice, participants will learn how to improve postural alignment, technique,
and balance. This program is appropriate for all skill and fitness levels. No previous T’Chi experience is necessary. Based on the best selling book “ChiRunning,” a Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury Free Running” By Danny Dreyer
Wednesday 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Click here for the complete YMCA of Western Monmouth Spring2 2009 Brochure.

Vintage Variety Shop will be hosting the first ever Mad, Mad Tea Party thrown by Madam Potts and the Mad Pots of Tea! Company

WHEN: Sunday May 3, 2009
TIME: 2pm – 5 pm.
WHERE: Vintage Variety, 76 First Ave. Atlantic Highlands, NJ

This is a FREE Event.

We will be sampling a new blend called “Vintage VarieTEA” which has been inspired by the eclectic nature of the store that is hosting the Party.

Come be a part of a brand new COMMUNI-TEA – an blended crowd of artists, musicians, business owners, community folk, and tea lovers alike. Setting the chill vibe will be the relaxed reggae music stylings Ron Santee (of Predator Dub Assassins and FREE THIS!). The Mad, Mad Tea Party is very excited to have him performing for us.

Make time in your day to enjoy a refreshingly different take on tea and engage in a new style of social networking.

The Mad, Mad Tea Party is about connecting with people – so bring some friends and make some new ones.
for more tea-inspired madness or information, check out: www.MadPotsofTea.com or email Madam Potts: madpotsoftea@gmail.com

This public sector purchasing fair offers business opportunities to NJ registered small, minority and women businesses. This unique business fair will have available on-site, quote solicitations for various types of equipment and supplies. Only those firms that attend the fair will be eligible to submit quotations for the solicitations distributed at the fair.

Participating Agencies providing quote solicitations include: NJ Transit, The Port Authority of NY & NJ, South Jersey Transportation Authority, Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO), NJ Turnpike Authority, The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, NJ Sports and Exposition Authority and NJ Meadowlands Commission.

Small business assistance organizations will be on hand to provide small business technical assistance and information along with M/WBE certification assistance and on site SBE registration. They include: NJ Small Business Development Centers Procurement Program and NJSBDC at Brookdale Community College, State of NJ Dept. of the Treasury Division of Minority and Women Business Development and the Office of Supplier Diversity.

This fair targets firms that provide commodities. Last year participating agencies purchased a variety of items, including: safety products, tools, industrial and janitorial supplies, light bulbs, batteries and miscellaneous office supplies.

Where:

Brookdale Community College
Student Life Center (SLC) Navesink Rooms
765 Newman Springs Rd
Lincroft, New Jersey 07738
Parking Lot: #1, 2, and 7

You can register online here.

The YMCA has so many good programs and this is no exception. Please consider this a personal testimony as I have been a member for over 3 years.

The Fun:
Arts and Crafts Activities
Fitness and Swim Class Samplers
Health and Nutrition Information

Where:
YMCA of Western Monmouth
470 East Freehold Road
Freehold, NJ 07728
732 462-0464

When:
April 18th, 2009
12 – 5 pm

The Best News:
FREE ADMISSION to the public.

Please bring any non-perishable food items to be donated to the Freehold Area Open Door.

Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music”

When:
Wednesday April 8 10:30 a.m.
Thursday April 9 10:30 a.m.
Friday April 10 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. (*Opening Night Discount)
Saturday April 11 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Sunday April 12 2 p.m.
Monday April 13 10:30 a.m.

Where:
State Theatre
15 Livingston Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Tickets: $14 and $20. A limited number of $26 Premium seats and $30 Gold Circle seats are also available. *Opening Night, all seats (excluding Premium and Gold Circle) are $12. A facility fee of $3 will be added to all ticket prices. Additional fees and discounts may apply. For more information or to charge tickets by phone, please call the State Theatre Box Office at 732-246-7469. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.statetheatrenj.org. For information online, please visit www.sesamestreetlive.com.

Mark your calendar for a musical event like no other—monsters making music! Elmo, Zoe, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music” at the State Theatre from Wednesday, April 8 through Monday, April 13. Tickets for all nine performances are on sale now.

Jenny, an enthusiastic new music teacher, arrives on Sesame Street only to discover that her instruments are missing. Jenny’s new Muppet friends quickly come to the rescue and discover ‘instruments’ they never knew existed…rubber duckies, trash can lids and even cookie jars. Elmo and friends teach children that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together.

Like television’s Sesame Street, each Sesame Street Live production features timeless lessons for all ages. Through the razzle-dazzle of this musical Broadway-quality musical production, children learn about patience, acceptance and teamwork. The universal appeal of a Sesame Street Live production continues long after preschool. Adults will appreciate the high-tech stagecraft, cleverly written scripts, and music they’ll recognize and enjoy sharing with children, such as “The Hustle,” “You Should Be Dancing” and “Rockin’ Robin.” “Elmo Makes Music” features nearly two dozen songs, including classics that children will love to sing along with such as “C Is for Cookie” and “The Alphabet Song.”

Visit the OurMonmouth.com Monmouth County Kids Entertainment listings.

Join the Northern Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce with our Mayors, Senators, Assembly Members, Freeholders, Council Members and Candidates for this premier event.

“Meet the Mayors”
Just $40.00 for NMCC members and $50.00 for Non-Members.

When
March 25, 2009 – Wednesday, 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Where:
Jacques Reception Hall
500 Palmer Avenue
Middletown, NJ 07748

Enjoy Hors d’Oeuvres Beer – Wine – Soda – Valet Parking
Have a great time and make fantastic connections.

Contact the Chamber to RSVP early for this event at 732-203-0340.

For more information please visit the chamber website or the event application.