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Music, Movement And Peace Of Mind

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Ready for some fun? We are! Join the Monmouth County Parks System as they try our hand at a new instrument, dance our way to fitness, and explore nature with our little ones. Here are the details: on Saturdays February 18 at the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth. Discover exercises that help you calm your mind and put your best foot forward as you begin each day. Pre-registration and fee required.

Rock to Bach-Guitar for Kids from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Mondays, January 16 through March 20 at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Learn the basics of playing the guitar in a relaxed, small group setting during this hands-on class. Open to ages 8 to 16. Pre-registration and fee required.

Zumba Toning from 6:30 to 7:25 p.m. on Fridays through February 24 at the Dorbrook Recreation Area Activity Center, Colts Neck. Improve your fitness during this class that combines body-sculpting exercises with a fun dance cardio work-out. Open to all levels. Pre-registration and fee required.

Morning Meditation from 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Nature & Me from 10 to 11 a.m. on February 7 at the Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown. Explore nature through guided walks, crafts, stories and more. Open to ages 2 to 5 with adult. Additional sessions offered. Pre-registration and fee required.

Looking for more fun? Go on a Winter Park Scavenger Hunt! Our self-directed scavenger hunt will take you through various county parks. Find and check off 15 items and submit by March 15.

For more information, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312. The Park System can also be contacted through email at info@monmouthcountyparks.com.

Rutgers Master Gardeners Virtual Helpline

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Diane Larson, Monmouth County Horticulturist of the Rutgers Master Gardeners, will provide assistance regarding horticulture and garden questions via Zoom on February 2 at 7 p.m.

Email questions in advance (by February 1 at 12 p.m.) to Ms. Larson at MonCoLibrary1922@gmail.com.

The Master Gardeners are dedicated to educating the citizens of Monmouth County by offering interesting and informative horticultural presentations. Raising awareness in our community ensures that Monmouth County continues to be a beautiful and environmentally green place to live and work.

Session will be live on Zoom. Registration and internet access are required to attend. For more information, email master.gardeners@ co.monmouth.nj.us, or call and leave a message at 732- 303-7614.

Free Rabies Clinic

Dog licenses will be sold. Cash or checks made payable to Howell Township. Any questions contact 732-938-45000 ext. 2152 or 2000.