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Upcoming classes.

St. Francis Family Support Services is offering a number of support groups in 2025 including: Parenting Group, Parenting in Recovery, and Anger Management Program. To register, contact: 609-494-8861 ext. 197. 

Thanks to a very generous grant from the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is offering registered Girl Scouts the opportunity to apply for a scholarship for 2 free weeks of Summer Day Camp at Camp Sacajawea. Visit: gsFun.org/CampScholarship to apply!

An Educational Sports Camp for Children with Visual Impairments. Summer 2025 Dates: August 19 - 21st. Registration is open!  Go to the registration tab to sign up today!

Fulfill accelerates food security throughout Monmouth & Ocean Counties by leading a collaborative movement that connects people to food and related resources while also addressing systemic barriers to self-sufficiency and well-being. For more information, please call 732-643-5888 or email us at SNAP@fulfillnj.org or Health@fulfillnj.org

Warm Horizons is a free, welcoming space for adults who are moving through loss and seeking connection, comfort, and gentle renewal. Group will be held weekly on Wednesdays May 14th - July 16th from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JDDVPMS. 

The Oasis Family Success Center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place located in the heart of Manahawkin, NJ.  Community residents can come to us for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. Our activities are always free and open to all families in the community.  

Join the staff of Kessler Rehabilitation Center for 4 weeks of basketball! Athletes will learn and work on fundamental skills, such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. Athletes will also participate in non-competitive games and gameplay to encourage their skills!

Welcome to Hearts of Mercy Summer Camp where children explore fun activities that build confidence, build relationships, create good habits, explore nature, learn new skills, and experience opportunities the world has to offer. Aug 11-15 , 2025 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Register here: https://hearts-of-mercy.org/programs/summer-camp/

Embracing all pathways of recovery, these meeting provide an opportunity for young people impacted by Substance Use Disorder to create community and feel supported. Meetings held every Monday from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Hosted at the Recovery Cafe (954 Rt. 166, Toms River, NJ 08753). Free and open to all ages 18-35. For more information, call 732-773-7129. 

Weekly food packages for families with children! Available 6/24 - 8/26. Food will be distributed Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If your family is in need of assistance, call 732-458-5711 (leave your name, number of adults/children, and a return contact number). Sponsored through St. Raphael's Episcopal Church (1520 Rt. 88, Brick, NJ). 

As we celebrate the 175th anniversary of our county, take a moment to think about what makes Ocean County a great place to live! Show up your favorite locations, local landmarks, activities and/or foods that make Ocean County a special place to be a kid. Submissions are due no later than Nov. 1, 2025, by email only to kkosa@co.ocean.nj.us. 

NJ Connect for Recovery is offering this twice-monthly Wednesday Webinar Series to families and friends impacted by a loved one’s Substance Use Disorder. This series provides an opportunity to gain experience and new skills as well as greater understanding of their family situation. Held twice monthly on Wednesdays at 4:00 and 6:00 PM. RSVP required.

This series of programs will focus on the issue that matters most to individuals impacted by IDD - and their caregivers - as they prepare for adulthood. All events are free and open to the public! To register ask a staff member or call 732-349-6200. https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12903014

Ocean Partnership for Children is excited to announce the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is offering a FREE All-Abilities, both English and Spanish speaking, Girl Scout troop for K-5^th graders the first Thursday of each month from 5-6pm at OPC’s office at no cost to participants.

This summer, the Center for Speech and Language Disorders at Monmouth University is offering free speech and language evaluations for children and adults. Services are provided by graduate student clinicians under the supervision of licensed speech-language pathologists.

3rd Annual YAP Community Fun Day will be held on July 10th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM located at Pine Park (500 Country Club Dr. Lakewood, NJ 08701). Event to include: games, sports, laser tag, photo booth, bouncy house, DJ, face painting, food and more! For more information, contact Carmen Pizarro at 732-253-2408.

Join us for a morning cup of coffee and to learn general knowledge on HIV/AIDS so you
can help raise awareness for yourself and others and learn about the importance of HIV testing to fight the spread of HIV virus. Held every second Thursday of the month at Anchor Family Success Center in Brick, NJ from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To learn more contact: 848-241-9346.