UNION COUNTY, NJ — In honor of Arbor Day, the Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Union County Shade Tree Advisory Board, unveils the distinguished winners of the annual Union County Arbor Day Poetry Contest. Each year, the contest aims to inspire students in grades four through eight to embrace environmental […]
UNION, NJ — The solar eclipse that dazzled crowds across the country on Monday, April 8, became an impromptu event at Kean University, drawing students and employees outside to don protective glasses and look up at the sky. Conveniently arriving during college hours – the eclipse’s 3:25 p.m. peak in New Jersey matched Kean’s scheduled […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In anticipation of the 2024 Film Ready New Jersey Workshop, the Union County Board of County Commissioners would like to encourage elected officials in Union County, as well as county and municipal employees, to attend the NJ Film Ready Workshop on Tuesday, April 23, from 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., at […]
LINDEN, NJ — Linden Public Schools celebrated the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, by turning this natural phenomenon into a unique learning experience to support student achievement, a primary goal of the district. Lesson plans were crafted to educate students about the science behind solar eclipses. Class activities were chosen to teach about the […]
LINDEN, NJ — During 1967, 1910 Fruitgum Company’s first hit single, “Simon Says,” reached No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Other singles followed, including “1, 2, 3, Red Light,” “Goody, Goody Gumdrops” and “Indian Giver” — which was later covered by both Joan Jett and The Ramones. And Talking Heads covered “1, […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners announced it is seeking residents who want to volunteer with the Union County Rape Crisis Center. Volunteers at the Rape Crisis Center provide guidance and support for victims of sexual violence. “We are seeking compassionate individuals in Union County who are willing to volunteer […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band will perform on Sunday, April 21, at 3 p.m., at the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway. The Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band is the official touring big band of the U.S. Army. Formed in 1969, this […]
UNION, NJ — Theater lovers from New Jersey and beyond have the opportunity to support The Theater Project – TheTheaterProject.org, a leading incubator for rising talent and a showcase for New Jersey artists, through the non-profit organization’s unique FundRacing initiative. Through Sunday, June 30, supporters can run, walk or bike to enable The Theater Project […]
CRANFORD — The Theater Project will present a script-in-hand performance of “Deserves a Quiet Night, by Jonathan Samarro, on Saturday, April 20, at 2 p.m. The presentation will be followed by a lively discussion with the playwright, director, actors and audience. “Deserves a Quiet Night” is one part of a series of one-act plays exploring […]
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Downtown Inc. is hosting a week-long celebration from April 19 to 26 of downtown Summit’s unique selection of home design businesses. The event is intended to highlight and share the wonderful stores and service businesses in the Summit Design District, catering to all your home needs. SDD is the group of […]