July Named Park And Recreation Month

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to recognize July 2023 as Park and Recreation Month with a proclamation issued at their June 22 Commissioner meeting.

“The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is thrilled to be able to recognize July 2023 as Park and Recreation Month,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “I want to thank all of our Park System staff for their hard work while keeping our parks safe and clean for

“We are so fortunate to have the best park system in the State of New Jersey,” said Commissioner Ross F. Licitra, liaison to the Monmouth County Park System. “Our employees work every day to make our park system the best. We are proud of the facilities and programs we provide to residents of and visitors to Monmouth County all year.”

For more information about the Monmouth County Park System, visit monmouthcountyparks.com.

1st Annual Cigar Night

HOWELL – The Howell First Aid and Rescue Squad is hosting their 1st Annual Cigar Night on September 7. Tickets are for sale now online or if you would like to pay by cash call 732-8357811 and someone will get back to you. They are also looking for event spon- sors and donations for the gift auction. For more information visit howelltownship-first-aid-rescue-squad-1. square.site.

They look forward to seeing you all in September and to having a great night with everyone!

Howell Heritage And Historical Society Upcoming Event

HOWELL – In 1864, the United States Colored Infantry Regiment was organized. Capt. William A. Prickitt led Co. G, 25th United States Colored Troops in Pensacola, FL. After the Civil War, Capt. Prickitt purchased the Nesbit Mill, later known as Squankum Mill and the farmland that surrounded it. It would be almost 150 years before the story of respect and admiration between Capt. Prickitt and his troops would come to light and be acknowledged in the Black History section of the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC.

On July 28 at 7 p.m. at the Ardena Baptist Church, the Howell Heritage and Historical Society will show a video of Shayne Davidson’s Lecture on how this unknown story became well-known as “17 Men.” Everyone is welcome to join us for this amazing story.

Howell Elks Vendor Fair

HOWELL – The Howell Elks Lodge is currently seeking vendors for their Vendor Fair in September 24 form 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost is $30 per space, must bring own table. Early bird special pay by July 15 – save $5. If interested, email kabennett32611@gmail.com.