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The Seashore Day Camp and School in Long Branch is scheduled to put on a full scale production of "The Wizard of Oz," complete with live orchestra, award winning set designer, 100 costumes and 20 scores and performances on Aug. 15, 16 and 17. Tickets cost $5 and must be purchased in advance. For show times, call 732- 222-6464.

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Family & Children's Service on Bath Avenue in Long Branch is scheduled to hold its 58th annual "Indian Summer Party & Girls Night Out" on Sept. 10 at Holly Court in Shrewsbury. Tickets cost $65 per person; for more information, call Linda Steel at 732-222-9111.

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Market in the Middle, 516 Asbury Ave., Asbury Park, along with the Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Eatontown, and Asbury Rockin' Cats will present a Paws for Life fundraiser and gallery opening Aug. 16. The fundraiser will begin at 4 p.m. with a doggy fashion show at the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park. Festivities then move to Market in the Middle for the opening of Joyce Stolaroff 's Paws for Life art exhibit. Wine, cheese and tapas will be served. Pet owners are welcome to attend, and the suggested donation is $20. For more information, call 732-776-8886.

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The Italian American Memorial Association (IAMA), West End Avenue, Long Branch, will begin a new bingo agenda Aug. 15, with all games valued at $200. All proceeds will benefit the youth of Long Branch. For more information, call the IAMA at 732-222-9750.

The IAMA Ladies Auxiliary will host a bus trip to Showboat, Atlantic City, 12:15- 9:15 p.m. Sept. 28. The price is $27, which includes a continental breakfast and $20 in return. For more information, call Susan at 732-870-1397.

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First Baptist Church of Long Branch, 499 Bath Ave., will hold vacation Bible school at 6 p.m. Aug. 17-21. The free school will feature music, arts and crafts, games and snacks. For more information, call 732-229-1453.

***** The Headliner, 1401 Route 35, Neptune,

in association with the Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty

to Animals (SPCA), Eatontown, will hold a benefit for the SPCA at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Entertainment will include the BStreet Band. There will also be a DJ, prizes and giveaways. The $10 donation includes a barbecue platter. For more information, call The Headliner at 732-775-6200.

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Long Branch Community Outreach will present live music in the park 6-8 p.m. Aug. 23 at Jerry Morgan Park, Liberty Street, Long Branch. Worship will be held, and free clothes and food will be available. For more information, call 732- 730-0444.

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The Historical Society of Ocean Grove will hold its 19th annual Summer Postcards, Antiques, Collectibles and Jersey Shore Memorabilia Show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 23. The free show will feature items from more than 50 dealers and will be held on the grounds opposite the Ocean Grove Great Auditorium.

The Historical Society's 11th annual auction of antiques and collectibles will be held Aug. 29, with the preview at 3 p.m. and auction at 5 p.m., at Ocean Grove Youth Temple, facing Auditorium Square Park. The 300 lots include items such as Steiff bears, jewelry, quilts, Roseville, furniture, children's items and vintage clothing. Absentee bids are accepted. For more information, visit www.oceangrovehistory. org or call 732-774-1869.

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A Peach Festival will be held at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 535 Broadway, Long Branch, 4-6 p.m. Aug. 30. Orders for pies, priced at $10 each, are now being accepted. There will also be lunch items, and a white elephant sale. To order pies or for more information, call 732-222-1341.

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Prevention First, Ocean Township, will host a Day at the Races 11:30 a.m. Aug. 24 at Monmouth Park racetrack, Oceanport. A "Groucho and Harpo" show will be at noon, followed by a buffet. Tickets are $40, and $20 for children. For more information, visit www.preventionfirst.net or email mcicalese@preventionfirst.net.

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