Travel Club

Trip To Sussex County Farm

WHITING – Trip to Sussex County Farm & Horse Show/NJ State Fair on August 10. Cost is $50.

This is Senior Day at the Fair. This fair is one of the biggest in the State of NJ. There are all kinds of animals to look at and watch, special music and events specific for seniors as well as horse show events, many crafters and vendors and every imaginable food item. There are inside displays as well as areas to sit and rest. If you are from the Sussex County area, this may be your opportunity to meet up with a friend.

Trip includes round-trip transportation, admission ticket and bus driver gratuity. Trip is rain or shine so dress appropriately, wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen. Gather at Unity Hall at 8:45 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. Check out the website at sussexcountyfairgrounds.org as details are posted.

A WIDE SELECTION OF FABRICS TO CHOOSE FROM!

Deposits will only be refunded if trip is cancelled. Tickets will be on sale on Monday mornings at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road Whiting, from 9 to 11 a.m. For reservations or information, call Rose Kantenwein at 732-408-5441. Make all checks payable to CV3 Travel Club.

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 201-618-8514.

Annual Indoor Flea Market

WHITING – Get ready, get set… It won’t be long now before the Whiting United Methodist Church gives you the go. To what you ask? Well, the annual indoor Flea Market of course! Mark your calendars and set aside the morning for our best Flea Market yet. They will open the doors on August 26 at 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. for you to shop rain or shine. They will have their usual items of kitchen goods, small furniture, jewelry, tools, linens, handbags, children’s toys, books, handmade crafts and small items for your home. You can also browse pictures and buy some homemade baked goods. Or grab a snack at the Merry Methodist Café. They are located at 55 Lacey Road across from Crestwood Manor. They are also handicap accessible. Look for information on their Facebook or if you have any questions, you can call the church office at 732350-6878 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you there!

Lakehurst Fire Department Seek Members

LAKEHURST – The Lakehurst Fire Department is looking for members! If you have any interest in becoming part of the fire service stop in and check them out. They have a position for everybody…

• Want to go to Fire school and become a certified fire fighter?

• Want to become fire police and assist at the scene?

• Want to just hang out at the fire house and help with administration details?

• Want to help with fund raising and event planning?

Feel free to stop in any Tuesday night from 6 to 8 p.m., give them a call at 732-657-1106, or message them privately on Facebook. They will be happy to help you find the right position or job. Must be 18 years old and have a clean background to get approved by the borough.

Chronic Disease Screenings

MANCHESTER – Mayor Robert Arace, Manchester Town Council, and the Manchester Senior Advisory Council are proud to sponsor Live Healthy Ocean County.

Join for free Chronic Disease screenings provided by the Ocean County Health Department on August 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crestwood Village 5 Club House, 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. Services include: blood pressure screening, stroke risk assessment, medication management, diabetes, dental and health education. Dieticians and dental consultants will be on site.