March 3 - U.S. Air Force Liberty Big Band Concert will be an
unforgettable evening of musical entertainment. The U.S. Air Force Big Band will be
performing an exciting program ranging from the traditions of Glen Miller, Count Basie and
Duke Ellington to contemporary jazz. Doors open at 6:15 pm at Long Branch Middle School
350 Indiana Avenue at Bath Ave Long Branch. Call (732) 856-4580
March 3 - BNI informational meeting for a new chapter in the Belmar
Area. Meeting Place: Belmar Cafe @7am. Contact Richard M.J. Jarosz for additional
information 732-988-4044.
March 6 - Take A Bow Productions, Inc., is a nonprofit organization
dedicated to offering all children the chance to be a performer. They focus on skills and
experiences, not on talent, to help all of their SHINING STARS exercise their creativity
while teaching valuable life lessons. Students develop communication skills, teamwork, and
the ability to think outside the box while putting on a show. Classes run for 10 weeks of
3-hr sessions on Saturday mornings, including a lesson in Theater Arts and Musical Theater
such as Improvisation, Vocalization and Characterization. Each semester the kids perform a
play (upcoming is The Emperor's New Clothes) and a selection of songs from Broadway
musicals. Join them at 9am at the Hamilton United Methodist Church, 858 Old Corlies Ave,
Neptune and let them help your child become a SHINING STAR. For more information, email us
at TakeABowProductions@live.com, or call 732-673-2684.
March 6 - Belmar's Celtic Chase is a race on the Belmar Beach as part
of Belmar's St. Patrick's Day Parade weekend celebration. One Mile Run / Fun Run / Walk
Taylor Pavilion 5th and Ocean Ave, Belmar. Registration: 9:30am, Race: 12:00pm Call
732-681-3700 ext 214
March 6 - Come celebrate Dr.Seuss's Birthday at the Bradley Beach
Library! The fun begins at 11 am. The library is located at 511 Fourth Ave. Call
732-776-2995
March 6 - Gaelic Storm is famous for performing as the steerage band
in the Oscar-winning film Titanic and this California-based band is visiting the Algonquin
just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Gaelic Storm has evolved from its pub-band roots to
become a pioneer in Celtic and world music; performing on a mélange of instruments
ranging from bagpipes to African drums, the group pairs energetic rhythms with
unforgettable, storytelling lyrics that guarantee a rousing concert experience. Head over
Algonquin Arts 173 Main Street, Manasquan for the performance at 8 pm. Call (732) 528-9211
March 7 - Belmar St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the largest St.
Patrick's Day parades in New Jersey. It steps off at 12 noon on Main St, Belmar. Call
(732) 280-2648
March 7 - 2010 E. Murray Todd Half Marathon with is 13.1 miles through
rural and residential areas of Lincroft, Holmdel and Colts Neck. Starting at 9 am at
Brookdale Community College Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft. Call (732) 542-1642 ext. 23
March 13 - Italian Dinner will be from 5 to 8 PM at the Knights
of Columbus Council #816 in Neptune City. This is a BYOB dinner. Advance tickets are
priced at $8 for adults and $4 for children. Contact Herb Hagmann at 732-870-2936 to order
tickets. At the door, ticket prices will be $10 for adults and $5 for children.
March 14 - Atlantic Highlands Historical Society Museum opens for the
season from 1 to 4 pm. It is located at 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands. Call (732)
291-1861
March 14 - St. Patrick's Day in the 1830's at Historic Allaire
Village within Allaire State Park Rt. 524/4265 Atlantic Ave., Wall with programs at 1 and
2 pm. Call 732-919-3500
March 14 - Belmar Restaurant Tour is a chance to enjoy a True
Taste of Belmar's restaurants located on Main St, Belmar from 12 pm to 5:30 pm. Call
(732) 681-2900
March 15 - Join Toastmasters - Shore Speakers Meeting 7 pm at the
Neptune Public Library, 25 Neptune Blvd., Neptune. Contact John Steinhilber at
john.steinhilber@verizon.net for more information go to www.shorespeakers.org