C ommunity n E w S

Community Cleanup

JACKSON – Jackson Township Community Cleanup will be on July 15 at 9 a.m. Pick up supplies at Jackson Public Works Parking Lot, 10 Don Connor Boulevard. Organizations will receive a $500 minigrant. Space is limited to the first 25 regis- tered organizations. Open to Jackson-based nonprofit organizations.

For more information or a registration package, email ksevcenko@jacksontwpnj. net or call 732-928-1260. This event is rain or shine.

Food Trucks And Fireworks

JACKSON – Township of Jackson presents Food Trucks and Fireworks on July 9 from 4 to 9 p.m. at Johnson Park, 200 Kierych Memorial Drive.

Enjoy food trucks, giveaway, DJ, live music, beer garden, fireworks at dusk. Free entry. Free parking. For more information call 732-928-1260.

Basketball Basics

JACKSON – This class is designed for children with little to no experience playing basketball. We will go over some of the fundamental skills including passing, dribbling, layups, and shooting. The children will also learn basic defensive strategies. We will participate in fun games and drills incorporating all the skills that we have learned. No equipment is required, only comfortable clothing, sneakers, and a drink.

Program takes place at Basketball Court, Patriots County Park, Jackson, on July 26 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fee is $5 per child. Open to ages 9 to 13 years.

Pee-Wee Soccer

JACKSON – Let’s get outside and kick the ball around. This class is designed for children with no experience playing soccer. Players will be taught the basics of dribbling, passing, and shooting in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Soccer is a great form of exercise and helps develop coordination.

No equipment is required, only comfortable clothing, sneakers, and a drink.

Program takes place at Soccer Field E, Patriots County Park, Jackson, on July 26 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Fee is $5 per child. Open to ages 3 to 5 years. Register at oceancountyparks.org.

Branson Show Extravaganza

WHITING – Branson Show Extravaganza, Branson Missouri: nine days, eight nights December 2 to 10. Cost is $1,170 double; $1,455 single. Price includes motor coach transportation; eight nights lodging including four consecutive nights in Branson Area; 14 meals: eight breakfasts, six dinners; admission to the Titanic - the world’s largest museum; and admission to six fabulous shows including: Three morning shows – Dublin’s Irish Ladies, with special guests The Celtic

Ladies, Down Home Country, A Neil Diamond tribute

Two evening shows – Baldknobbers, Queen Ester at sight and sound

One afternoon show - Dean Z The Ultimate Elvis show Purchase tickets every Tuesday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Village 5 Clubhouse 425 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. A $75 deposit is non- refundable unless trip is canceled, due upon sign up. For more information, call Debbie at 201618-8514.