Datebook

+ A family movie matinee will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 13 at the Elms Elementary School, Jackson. Free admission. The event is sponsored by the Hope of Glory Worship Center. All are welcome. Details: (732) 833-4807.

+ A Knitting Club meets monthly at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive. This month's meeting will be Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Knitters and crocheters do community projects. All are welcome. Details: (732) 928-4400.

+ The League of Women Voters of Ocean County will meet Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m. at the Berkeley branch of the Ocean County Library, 30 Station Road, Bay-ville. The meeting will focus on the continuing concerns about Oyster Creek nuclear plant and its application for another 20 years of operation.

+ St. Aloysius Rosary Society will host an art auction at 935 Bennetts Mills Road, Jackson, Jan. 27. Doors will open at 6 p.m. followed by auction at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and $15 per couple. Details and tickets: (732) 833-7431 or (732) 833-1063.

+ "American Idol at Howell Library," a special program for youths in grades six through 12, will be held at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road, at 3 p.m. Jan. 30. Teens are invited to audition for a "mock" American Idol search. Talented teens can sing a cappella or bring along a CD soundtrack. Details and registration: (732) 938-2300.

+ Toughlove is a support group for parents of children whose behavior is unacceptable. Details: (732) 536-9324 or (732) 431-1740.