Cranford YMCA marks first anniversary with a week of community celebration

Cranford YMCA marks first anniversary with a week of community celebration

CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford YMCA recently marked a significant milestone – its first anniversary. Members and the community came together for a week of celebrations filled with giveaways, special events, free classes and more, all in honor of the facility’s first year of strengthening the community of Cranford and its surrounding towns. The Cranford […]

CHS Class of 2025 Community Scholarship Program applications are available

CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford High School’s Class of 2025 Scholarship applications are open and will be accepted until Friday, March 28. The Cranford High School Class of 2025 community scholarships are made available through local organizations and groups within the Cranford community. Thousands of dollars in grant money is available for students. Scholarships will be […]

2025 Plant A Seed Program Grants announced, including Tree Grant

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced the launch of the 2025 Plant a Seed Program Grants, supporting schools and community organizations in expanding garden-based education and sustainability initiatives. This year, in addition to the Kids Dig In! School Garden Grant and the Union County Means Green Community Garden […]

Grover Cleveland Elementary celebrates 100th day of school with a century of fun

Grover Cleveland Elementary celebrates 100th day of school with a century of fun

RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, Feb. 11, Grover Cleveland Elementary School marked its 100th day of the 2024-2025 academic year with a blast from the past. Students and staff transformed into centenarians, donning gray wigs, suspenders, pearls and other accessories to resemble 100-year-old versions of themselves. The school buzzed with excitement as each classroom engaged […]

‘Learning To Speak Up’ features educator and activist Annie Tan

CRANFORD, NJ — In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Union County Board of County Commissioners, through the Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, invites residents to attend a live speaking engagement titled “Learning to Speak Up,” featuring educator, storyteller and activist Annie Tan as keynote speaker. The free and informative event will take place […]

St. John the Apostle Parish celebrates 75th anniversary

St. John the Apostle Parish celebrates 75th anniversary

CLARK/LINDEN, NJ — The Church of St. John the Apostle began its 75th anniversary celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 26, with a Gala Dinner at Nanina’s in the Park in Belleville. More than 250 parishioners and parish friends attended the event along with current Pastor Mauro Primavera and Auxiliary Bishop Elias R. Lorenzo, regional bishop for […]

Language and Leadership: Franklin’s Multilingual Ambassador is a success

Language and Leadership: Franklin’s Multilingual Ambassador is a success

RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School is home to the Multilingual Student Ambassador Program where 5th and 6th grade students of diverse languages come together to develop leadership, communication, and cross cultural skills. Organized by ESL teachers Tatiana Gutierrez and Lindsey Lerner Barrett and school counselor Greg Mariconda, the purpose of this program is to […]

Annual Sweetheart Dance delivers an unforgettable night of sparkle and community spirit

Annual Sweetheart Dance delivers an unforgettable night of sparkle and community spirit

RAHWAY, NJ — On Friday, Feb. 14, the Franklin Elementary School gym was transformed into a dazzling wonderland for the annual star-studded Sweetheart Dance, an event that truly captured the magic of community, celebration, and style. Under the enthusiastic leadership of the PTA, the evening brought together Franklin’s students, their families, and dedicated staff in […]

Annual Tu B’Shvat Seder is hosted in Springfield

Annual Tu B’Shvat Seder is hosted in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Temple Sha’arey Shalom, a small reform community in Springfield, hosted its annual Tu B’Shvat Seder to celebrate the new year of the trees. During the engaging and informative short service, Rav Uri Allen led the congregation in lessons about how humans connect with trees. In particular, Tu B’shvat focuses on eating produce […]

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