SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Downtown Inc. has announced the exciting return of Arts & Cars Downtown Art Festival and Peotter’s Classic Car Show on Sunday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented in collaboration with the Visual Arts Center of NJ and Peotter’s Auto Body and Spa, this family-friendly event is designed to […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Historical Society will host a “Fall Festival” on Sunday, Sept. 22, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Crane-Phillips House Museum, 124 N. Union Ave., Cranford. The event has become a tradition in town and will consist of crafters and vendors selling their merchandise, crafts and activities for children and […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Does your teen know how to change a tire? Does your child spend hours making their nails look like a work of art? Is design your child’s passion? Is math a subject your student enjoys or needs extra help with? The Cranford Recreation and Parks Department is offering new programs this fall […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites all residents, family and friends to join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month this fall. The month-long observance of Latino and Hispanic culture will be commemorated through a series of events, including a captivating art exhibit showcasing vibrant pieces by Hispanic artists, […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Gross motor skills are an important part of development for young children. The Cranford Community Center is offering an array of programs for children in the preschool age group to assist in developing gross motor skills through fun, engaging classes. Registration is open now for fall classes on Community Pass. • Education […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford YMCA is hosting an open house on Sunday, Sept. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the newly renovated location on Centennial Avenue in Cranford. The event is an excellent opportunity for individuals and families to explore the facility, learn about the variety of new programs and services available, and […]
SUMMIT, NJ — In keeping with a longstanding tradition, Mayor Elizabeth Fagan issued a proclamation designating September as “Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Month” in the city. The proclamation comes as the squad prepares to launch its annual fund drive, which will be mailed on Saturday, Sept. 14. Since it was formed in 1962, the […]
UNION, NJ — Kean University signed an agreement last week with New Jersey officials to facilitate a study of literacy and learning loss among elementary students as lawmakers work to improve educational outcomes for children statewide. Gov. Phil Murphy last week signed into law two pieces of legislation to bolster literary education across the state. […]
GARWOOD, NJ — Contagious Laughter Improv Troupe recently performed a show at Crossroads in Garwood with all proceeds going to Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss. They lived up to their name and there was lots of laughter as they acted out scenarios provided by the audience. One participant said, “I couldn’t stop laughing […]
NEWARK, NJ — Ahead of the rapidly approaching school year, the Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House distributed more than 500 new backpacks filled with school supplies during its annual Back-to-School Giveaway at locations in Newark, Jersey City and Elizabeth in August. More than 300 backpacks were handed out in Newark on Tuesday, Aug. 13, while […]