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Carnevale Celebration

Where/When: The Gibson Community House, 535 E. Main St., Marlton; 6:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 17

Why Go: Celebrate Mardi Gras with the Sons of Italy Lodge. The event will be catered by Exquisite Caterers (Marlboro) and includes dinner, drinks and dancing. For more information, call Annette Di Paolo at 856-983-2329.

Price: $30

Old-Fashioned Dreamland Jazz Cabaret

Where/When: Camden County Boathouse, 7050 N. Park Drive, Pennsauken; 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 17

Why Go: Celebrate Black History Month with live jazz music, dancing and refreshments at this cabaret, an annual event at the boathouse. Call 856-858-0040 for more information. 

Price: $20

Aikido Class on Main Street 

Where/When: 7 E. Main St., Moorestown; 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18

Why Go: Looking for a way to get the kids off the couch? How about martial arts? For ages 8 and up, this program teaches "self-defense without aggression or competition," allowing students to develop confidence and gain fitness. Stop in to observe a class and speak with the instructor. Visit their website or call 856-435-2667 for more information. 

Price: $79 for eight weeks

10 Things Every Writer Should Know 

Where/When:  1619 Riverton Road, Cinnaminson; 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18

Why Go: The world of publishing has changed. What with the e-book revolution, the increasing popularity of self-publishing and the rise in the number of e-zines (web-based magazines), there are more roads to publication than ever before. Whichever route you choose, there are things you should know and steps you can take which will make your journey easier, help improve your work, and (in the case of those looking for traditional publication) get that acceptance letter much faster. Join New Jersey author Jon Gibbs for a fun, informative discussion on the 10 things every writer should know.

Plus, there may be candy.

Price: Free