Datebook

• The Alzheimer's Association will conduct a support group July 31, 10 a.m., at Bella Terra retirement community, 2 Kathleen Drive, Jackson. Details: (973) 586-4300.

• The Chess Club will meet to play chess at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road, from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Free program is open to all ages. Details: (732) 938-2300.

• A "Take Out/Eat In Dinner," hosted by the First United Methodist Church of Farmingdale, Main Street, Farming-dale, will take place Aug. 4, 4-7 p.m. Details and menu: (732) 938-3401 or (732) 938-9181.

• Jackson Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4703, 54 Magnolia Drive, Jackson, will host its 45th annual Chicken Barbecue, Aug. 4, 1-4 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Children 10 and under are $5; children 5 and under are free. Details: (732) 928-0077.

• The Jackson Liberty High School Marching Band is selling tickets to the Aug. 5 Lakewood BlueClaws baseball game as a fundraiser for the band. Tickets are $8 for a reserved seat in section 110. Call (732) 942-7561 for details and tickets.

• The Mah Jongg Club will meet at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road, at 1 p.m. Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Free program. Details: (732) 938-2300.

• The Nerds will perform a free concert on Aug. 8 at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park, Jackson, as part of Jackson's Concert Under the Stars series. The Punks will open at 6:30 p.m. Park opens at 6 p.m. Details: (732) 928-1200, ext. 255.

• Jersey Shore PFLAG support meeting will be held from 7-9 p.m. Aug. 8 at the United Church of Christ of Toms River, 1681 Ridgeway Rd. (Route 571), Manchester. The meetings offer support, education and advocacy for parents, family and friends of lesbians and gays, bisexuals, and transgender and intersex people. The group is not affiliated with any religious organization. Details: (908) 814-2155.

• Community Bingo and continental breakfast will be offered at no charge, Aug. 15, 8-10:30 a.m. at CareOne at Jackson, 11 History Lane, Jackson. Details and reservations: (732) 367-6600.

• The Women of Words Book Club will discuss "Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road, at 7 p.m. Aug. 22. Details and registration: (732) 938-2300.

• Jackson Chapter of the Deborah Hospital Foundation will hold a "Christmas in August" themed tricky tray, Aug. 24 at VFW Post No. 4703, Magnolia Drive, Jackson. Cost is $3 and doors open at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted.

• A pig roast hosted by the New Egypt Elks, 105 Lakewood Road, Plum-sted, will take place Aug. 25, 1-11 p.m. Adults, $20; children 12 and under, free. Includes all-you-can-eat barbecue buffet, draft beer, two bands, children's entertainment, raffles and more. All are welcome. Details and tickets: (609) 351-3428.

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