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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Sept. 23

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today:

1. Stormy Skies: According to the National Weather Service, today will be rainy with a high near 74 degrees. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall and lighting. There will be a south wind around 8 mph. Tonight, the rain continues with a low around 69 degrees and a south wind around 10 mph.

2. Spreading the News: The Horizons Student Enrichment Program "spread the news" about another successful summer and raised money for the next one with a 60's themed gala. The gym was transformed into a chic ‘60’s era Manhattan nightclub and attendees dressed the part in their Don & Betty Draper best to benefit the Horizons Student Enrichment Program. There were two influential speakers from the news community and a silent auction. Click to see photos from the event and read more about the organization.

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3. Row, Row, Row Your Boat: The Rumson Boat Race, a college crew regatta hosted by RFH Rowing, is scheduled for this Saturday 7am-11am on the Navesink River. The race headquarters and award ceremony will take place at Victory Park in Rumson. Admission to the race is open to everyone and is free. There will be a welcoming ceremony for the college crew teams from Army, Drexel, Rutgers and Villanova. The party will be held at the Salt Creek Grill tonight from 6pm -10pm and all members of the community are invited to attend. Click for more information.

4. Learn to Cook in the Raw:  Little Bites of Joy in Fair Haven is hosting a Raw Foods Cooking Class this Saturday. Participants will learn to compose simple but delicious and healthy dishes which nourish with vitamins, enzymes, fiber, water, and energy. There will be lots of delicious food, ranging from shakes and smoothies, desserts, entrees, appetizers, and more! Call 732-741-1219 for more information and details. RSVP required:  $40 per person. Click for more information.

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5. Get Out and About: Looking for some fun events in Monmouth County this weekend? Click to read Patch's picks of ways to get out including the Oyster Festival in Red Bank and Slovak Festival at the PNC Arts Center.


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