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Get Out: New Year's Hike, Creative Ceramics

Events going on in the area this weekend

When: Saturday, Jan. 7 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Where: NJ Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Museum and Educational Center at Exit 116, Garden State Parkway, Holmdel

What: Vietnam Veterans lead tours of the Museum and Memorial, giving a special insight into our country's history.

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Cost: Admission is $5, tour is free

When: Sunday, Jan. 8 at 1 p.m.

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Where: Cheesequake State Park Nature Center at 300 Gordon Rd in Matawan

What: Ring in the New Year with a guided hike in Cheesequake State Park.

Cost: Free

When: Sunday, Jan. 8 at 12:30 p.m.

Where: Thompson Park Creative Arts Center at 805 Newman Springs Rd in Lincroft

What: You'll be able to choose from a huge selection of bisque fired pottery pieces, which can then be glazed and fired. Completed pieces will be available in about a week.

Cost: $6, No preregistration required. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Cash or check.

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