RAHWAY, NJ — This holiday season, the Blue and Gold Club at Franklin Elementary School wasn’t just spreading cheer among classmates – they were bringing festive spirit to residents of the Rahway Senior Center. In a heartwarming display of creativity and community service, the young members handcrafted unique Christmas trees made entirely from pine cones. […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The administrators and staff at Franklin Elementary School in Rahway believe that having fun together is essential for building a strong school community. This year, they decided to kick off the holiday season with a sweet new tradition: a gingerbread house building competition for the staff which took place at their last […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The true reason for the season was recently celebrated at First Baptist Church of Rahway. On Saturday, Dec. 16, the public was invited to the church’s Christmas Candlelight Service. Located at 177 Elm St., the church had a full service, followed by light refreshments and a live nativity scene outdoors. “Hark! The […]
RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, Dec. 12, the music of the season filled the Franklin Elementary School auditorium as their annual Winter Concert unfolded. With the guidance of vocal music director Winsom Thomas-Hinton, band director Jason Miklowcic and string orchestra director Sofia Kitenberg, young musicians from across the school showcased their dedication and passion for […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Pamela McFarley, a lifelong Rahway resident, was waiting for the tree lighting — and Santa Claus — four hours before his arrival. “I wouldn’t miss a thing!” she said on the cold, windy day of Friday, Nov. 24. McFarley attends the Rahway tree-lighting every year, which is the day after Thanksgiving. “The […]
RAHWAY, NJ — At the Rahway Craft and Art Fair on Saturday, Nov. 4, artists were not only selling their work, but also buying the work of other artists. The vibes were high at the Rahway Recreation Center, where more than 60 vendors sold their handmade original artworks and wares. No mass-produced art or commercial […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School in Rahway is celebrating reading by giving reading medals to students. The medals were presented by Juan Miao, the school’s vice principal, and Bubbakoo’s Burritos coupons were also distributed to the students. Miao spoke to the students about the importance of reading and how it can open up a […]
RAHWAY — Naathan Phan, Ben Blaque and Jason Bishop will be putting on an incredible magic show at the Union County Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Nov. 2. Their astounding skills include large-scale grand illusions, comedy and close-up magic, in-your-face sleight-of-hand, dangerous escapes, the appearance of birds from thin air, music, smartphone technology and plenty […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School joined the fight against breast cancer by hosting a special event on Wednesday, Oct. 18, to raise awareness and funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. During the day, students and staff were encouraged to wear pink, symbolizing solidarity with those affected by breast cancer. The school community stood […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Union County Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs, invites residents to a free indoor movie presentation of the family favorite, “Strange World,” at Hamilton Stage, Union County Performing Arts Center, 360 Hamilton St., Rahway on Saturday, Oct. 28, at 1 p.m. Doors will […]