CRANFORD, NJ — The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission, part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, announced on Wednesday, March 13, that Cranford was named among 14 other municipalities and four counties in New Jersey as Film Ready Communities. Cranford has served as host to many productions over the years, working together […]
UNION, NJ — In 1976, Danny Solazzi was just 12 years old when his sister took him to see Paul McCartney and Wings. “It just blew me away,” he said. “The hits, the production … It was an amazing concert.” After the show, he asked his mother for a guitar. Solazzi began The Characters with […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Visit the Easter Bunny and swim for Easter eggs in the pool on Saturday, March 23, at the new Cranford YMCA, 401 Centennial Ave., Cranford. The event is open to the community and geared toward families with children ages 2-7. Participants choose a 30-minute session between 2 and 3:30 p.m. to splash […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, 11 Springfield Ave., Cranford, invites everyone to a “Super” exciting Easter experience. Encounter the extraordinary divine power that Jesus revealed to us through his resurrection – his “Resurrection Power” – as a sermon series, “Superheroes of the Bible,” is kicked off. Children are invited to a […]
ASBURY PARK, NJ — New Jersey’s Premier Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 22nd anniversary from Thursday, March 21, through Sunday, March 24. The internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival celebrates the independent film genre by bringing a carefully curated and enriching selection of original works from locally produced filmmakers as well as from around […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — It’s never too early to begin thinking about summer camp and researching the best opportunities for your child to thrive. The Gateway Family YMCA understands the unique needs of children and families, providing transformational Summer Camp experiences for hundreds of children throughout Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County each year. […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Five-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway shares the record with Beyoncé for the most ‘Best Traditional R&B Performance’ awards won at the Grammys, each holding three. Having been covered by Billboard, VIBE, Essence, NPR and the New York Times, Lalah has also performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, held the number […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Come to Black & White Night, a fun evening of short silent films, accompanied by award-winning organist Ian Fraser, on the “Biggest Little Wurlitzer” on Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m., at the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway. Whether you’re a silent film buff or are experiencing a […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA is celebrating Membership Madness on March 28-30 with a YMCA Open House and Membership Special open to everyone in the community. Individuals and families are invited to the Y to Find Your Passion, Find Your Purpose, Find Your Y. Swimming, basketball, pickleball, soccer, group exercise and water […]
UNION, NJ — The township of Union and the Union Special Improvement District have announced the annual Easter Scavenger Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, March 30, from noon to 3 p.m., at Russo Park on Morris Avenue, located behind Van Gogh’s Ear. “What a great way to celebrate Easter and our Union Center small businesses […]