If you like to photograph subjects such as nature, landscapes, natural resources, agriculture, or people interacting with the environment, waterscapes or wildlife then the Freehold Soil Conservation District has a photo contest for you.

The district is looking for photos that promote the beauty and uniqueness of the natural environments found in Middlesex and Monmouth Counties. The first place winner will receive $200; second-place winner, $100; and third-place, $75. Photos must be taken in Middlesex or Monmouth counties. Limit one entry per person, ages 18 and over. Photo location, landmark, town or address should be included with each entry. Photos should measure 8-by-10-inches or 8-by-12-inches (color or black and white).

Submissions must be received by September 17. All photos become the property of the contest sponsor. Photos may be submitted by mail to Freehold SCD, 4000 Kozloski Road, P.O. Box 5033, Freehold 07728, or by e-mail to info@freeholdscd.org. For more information contact Karen Rowe at (732) 683-8500 or at info@freeholdscd.org.

Roosevelt sponsors

a theater arts camp

The Roosevelt Recreation Department is co-sponsoring a summer camp program with Youth Stages, LLC entitled "Act Cool This Summer." Children will take part in theater games and drama exercises that explore physical and vocal expression. Students will also bring characters, action, and dialogue to life as they convert a story into a play. The children will create costumes and scenery and share their performance with family members on the last day. The program will be held at Roosevelt Public School, August 6-10. A program for students in grades 1-3 will be held from 9 a.m. - noon and a program for students in grades 4-6 will be held 1-4 p.m. The cost of the program is $125 per student. Registration deadline is July 30. Contact the Recreation Office at (609) 448-0539 ext. 3 for more information.

Roosevelt will sponsor summer concert series

The Roosevelt Recreation Department will coordinate a number of concerts at the Roosevelt Public School in July, and August. Contact the Recreation Department for an updated schedule or for more information at (609) 448-0539 ext. 3.