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Jennifer Smiga

Jennifer is the Director of inBLOOM Communications
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Help Jay Help the Kids at Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament (in Rumson-Fair Haven Patch)

Join the Jay Dooley Memorial Foundation July 19-20 for the 3rd Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at Holy Cross School in Rumson.

Local Connections

Staying Afloat: A Cartoon Created by Hurricane Sandy's Displaced Children

Six months and 15 days families across the shore have yet to return home. In an effort to help children still displaced by Sandy, Small Factory organized one of its cartoon workshops.

Music

Jazz and Blues Lovers Celebrate The Jersey Spirit at Free Annual Music Festivals

Thousands are anticipated to turn out for the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation’s (JSJBF) Jazz and Blues Summer Series Festivals kicking off in Asbury Park on June 8.

Kids Learn Compassion While Rocking Out at Miss Sherri Live Concert

On Friday, May 17 from 4:30-5:30 p.m., the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) will host a Miss Sherri's Honey Child Music TV concert with the theme of "Caring" for kids of all ages and their families.

Food

A Mother's Day Granola Recipe and a Simple Game Plan

I recently spoke with Debra Levy Picard, author of Tastosterone: The Best Cookbook for Men. She shared her thoughts on Mother's Day and her recommendations to guys for a simple game plan sure.

New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Salutes Veterans On Remembrance Day (in Morristown Patch)

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial pays tribute to the 1,562 people from across NJ who were killed or listed as missing during the Vietnam War. Join them on May 7 to honor those brave men.

Local Connections

NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Salutes Veterans On Remembrance Day

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation invites the public to join them in Holmdel for New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Remembrance Day on Tuesday, May 7.

Family

Make a Game Plan for Family Game Night

Miss Maria shares her tips for hosting Family Game Night in your own home. Need a night out? Kids Invited to Game Night April 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Middletown Arts Center.

Musicians Donate Time and Talent to Benefit the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues and Lunch Break (in Manasquan-Belmar Patch)

On Sunday, April 21, 2013 from 12:30 to 9:00 p.m. the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation (JSJBF) will host its 13th Annual Harpin’ Help at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como.

Arts & Entertainment

Register For Summer Arts Camps at Middletown Arts Center

The Middletown Arts Center invites toddlers to teens from across Middletown and surrounding communities to explore the arts at its popular Summer Arts Camps at 36 Church Street.