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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Volunteer Mentor needed

A young woman in the Freehold area is seeking a mentor to help her deal with her day to day challenges in her life. She has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. She already has a...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Freehold, New Jersey with AmericanTowns Freehold Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Monmouth County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Freehold organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Freehold is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Freehold

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Freehold area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts New Jersey’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Freehold in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in New Jersey  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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An Invitation to our Freehold Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Freehold, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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New Jersey Role Model Makes A Comeback and Stands Up To Bullying

Plus Modeling Industry Embraces Candice Harris Belfer as an Entrepreneur, Mom, Obesity Advocate and Fitness MentorFreehold, NJ - Candice Harris Belfer, a former plus size model...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in New Jersey

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a New Jersey Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Freehold Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Freehold Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Freehold elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Monmouth County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Monmouth County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Monmouth County New Jersey area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for New Jersey NJ

New Jersey Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in New Jersey. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Freehold and across the country. With...

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Find New Jersey Corn Mazes - Get lost in a New Jersey haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a New Jersey corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

from:Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure

As of today, Laura Chiocchi, a local resident of Freehold, NJ has reached 76% of her $2,300 goal for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. In eleven days, Ms. Chiocchi will be her...

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Philip Alongi to Appear as Cavaradossi in New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera’s Tosca

from:New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera

The New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera announces that Philip Alongi of Manalapan, New Jersey will appear as the revolutionary painter Cavaradossi with Canadian soprano Evelyn...

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Monmouth County Park System To Host Eco-Elephant Family Flea Market

Freehold - Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, the Monmouth County Park System’s Eco-Elephant Family Flea Market is the place you want to be Saturday, October 1.  This...

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Local Resident Takes Steps to Ensure A World Without Breast Cancer

LOCAL RESIDENT TAKES STEPS TO ENSURE A WORLD WITHOUT BREAST CANCER Local Resident Commits to Walk 60 Miles in Three Days for the Cause FREEHOLD, NJ – SEPTEMBER 19,...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for New Jersey NJ

We have the best New Jersey apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of New Jersey. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms...

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Using Social Media to Market Your Business Presentation

Freehold, NJ---Using Social Media to Market Your Business will be presented by Linda Coppolino, Little Hat Marketing & Design. The presentation will be the pre-meeting for the...

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Back to School for Freehold - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Freehold! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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Get Ready To Race At The Monmouth County Fair

from:Monmouth County Park System

Freehold – Everyone loves a blue ribbon! Kids are no exception, so bring your youngsters to the Monmouth County Fair on Saturday, July 30 for Kids’ Race Day and let them...

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New Jersey,Work From Home Moms

We are looking for a few select people that are able to set up trunk shows or home parties. All accepted applicants will have full access to our entire line of Children's &...

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Get A Taste Of Sweet Success At The Monmouth County Fair Pie-Eating Contest

from:Monmouth County Park System

FREEHOLD, NJ---On your mark, get set, eat! A splendidly messy pie-eating contest will take place on the last day of the Monmouth County Fair. Children ages 12 years and under will...

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Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks

Famed Freehold Raceway serves as the accommodations for our festive annual Fourth of July Fireworks show and concert.This age old Freehold tradition was resurrected fifteen years...

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Monmouth County Fair Offers Family Entertainment

from:Monmouth County Park System

Freehold, NJ – From hip-hop to big band, entertainment at the Monmouth County Fair has a different flavor each night. Hip-hop dance group Illstyle & Peace Productions kicks...

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Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure (3-Day, 60-mile walk to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer)

from:Family Activities for Single Parents

Our organizer, Laura, is in training for the 3rd time to do the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. Laura has agreed to raise $2,300 in order to participate in the...

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Monmouth County Fair

from:Monmouth County Park System

FREEHOLD, NJ---The Monmouth County Fair Committee announced the dates of the 37th Annual Monmouth County Fair. The dates and times are:- Wednesday, July 27 – 5 to 11pm-...

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New Jersey Woman Trains to Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro

New Jersey Woman Regains Hope as an Entrepreneur, Mom, Wife and Fitness Mentor. Freehold, NJ---Being healthy can come in any size. Candice Harris Belfer is a true inspiration for...

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BULLYING...We're Kickin' It

The Rocky Marciano World Foundation presents the: BULLYING…We’re Kickin’ It, across America, National Campaign! The Kickin' It campaign focuses on students K-2nd...

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Make a difference in Freehold! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Freehold area and around...

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Outdoor Adventure Expo at Turkey Swamp Park

from:Monmouth County Park System

Freehold, NJ -  Looking for ways to enjoy the great outdoors?  Then head to the Monmouth County Park System’s Outdoor Adventure Expo! This annual event highlights...

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Go Camping At Turkey Swamp Park

from:Monmouth County Park System

FREEHOLD, NJ---Spring into spring by spending a night under the stars at the Monmouth County Park System’s family campground located in Turkey Swamp Park, Georgia Road,...

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Permanent Exhibition: The Battle Of Monmouth

from:Monmouth County Historical Association Museum and Library

A mini-version of our 225th anniversary Battle of Monmouth exhibition is installed in the Freehold Gallery. Included are images of Molly Pitcher, a Brown Bess and other guns from...

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Twelve Visions Party of New Jersey

    The Twelve Visions Party of New Jersey Announces Its 3rd State Convention on   March 19, 2011 ...

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We've Changed Our Name

from:Family Activities for Single Parents

Our group was formed on October 28, 2009 as Single Parents of Monmouth County. As our group expanded, we changed our name to include Middlesex and Ocean county as well. Our group...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

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July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Monmouth County, NJ

Freehold Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Monmouth County, NJ. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! If...

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Hurricane Irene is heading towards New Jersey, Take Shelter

With its trajectory bound for the eastern seaboard, Hurricane Irene could strike North Carolina’s Outer Banks as early as Friday night, with at-risk areas including...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

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AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for Freehold