Monday, Feb. 7: Planning Board, Job Hunt and Some History

It's a new week, and the sun is expected to shine. Look for a high of near 48 degrees before a chance of rain tonight as the low hovers around 34 degrees.

Here are some things to keep in mind for today:

1. The Manchester Township Planning Board is scheduled to meet tonight, 7 p.m. at the Municipal Complex, 1 Colonial Dr. The board meets on the first Monday of each month, though a lack of agenda during winter months can sometimes lead to cancellation, as happened in January.

2. Searching for work? The Ocean County Connection wants to help. From 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Workforce New Jersey's Christine Karaska will be at the Connection's Ocean County Mall office with tips on how to land the right job. Bring your resume to the Connection's office located near JC Penny's. Call 732-288-7777 for more information

3. The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will host Daisy Century as she presents a live portrayal of Isabella Baumfree, better known as Sojourner Truth, a fighter for both African American and women's rights. The program begins at 7 p.m. Register online or call 732-657-7600 for more information.

4. The Wellness Community in Toms River, 591 Lakehurst Rd., will host yoga at 10 a.m. and the Meditation and Affirmations for Healing program at 11:15 a.m. For more information call 888-724-1234.

5. The Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Ave., Manahawkin, will hold an art demonstration tonight during their monthly meeting. Artist Tom Rutledge will present a demonstration on gouache, an art form in which pigment is suspended in water. Call 609-693-9351 for more information on this free event.