RAHWAY, NJ — Downtown Rahway was the place to ring in spring! With more than 40 eateries and drink vendors participating, the event sold out within 10 days. Hosted by the Rahway Special Improvement District, the community had an unforgettable evening of live music, culture and amazing food and beverages. Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe Jr. […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — More than 100 locals came out to celebrate at Nomahegan Park in Cranford. Union County Board of Commissioners presented the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Union County Kickoff Awareness Walk on Saturday, April 19. The day’s events featured elected officials, American Revolutionary War soldier re-enactors, local history sites, music, games and family […]
KENLWORTH, NJ — There’s nothing more adorable than the pitter-patter of little paws. And that was apparent recently at Kenilworth Public Library, where kittens were the focus of the evening. Children ages 3 and older attended a special story time, followed by a special visitor from an animal shelter. Robin Koerner, coordinator of children’s services, […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford Public Library will be hosting a discussion on writing, storytelling and the creative process on April 30, at 7 p.m. Patrick O’Dowd will be talking about his novel, “A Campus on Fire,” and engaging in a conversation with fellow writers about their journeys and the stories they tell. “A Campus on […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Crane-Philips House Museum recently hosted a gardening presentation and museum tour. Caren White, a master gardener with Middlesex County, is a popular speaker on herbs at garden clubs, libraries and other groups around the state. She gave a presentation on starting an herb garden and answered questions. Beginning, she explained the difference […]
RAHWAY, NJ — During the Golden Age of Hollywood, “fixers” were employed by MGM studios. MGM had more stars than heaven and a fixer’s duty was to do anything in their power that was potentially damaging, so that stars came out unscathed. “They saved careers,” said playwright Douglas J. Cohen. “King of the Hollywood Fixers” […]
CLARK, NJ — Capturing 1980s nostalgia is no easy task, especially when it’s 2025. However, the Arthur L. Johnson High School Theatre Project nails it with an authentic retro vibe, a revolving stage, spectacular choreography and a perfect cast. Voluminous curls were donned by ladies who had vibrant neon eye shadow done in hot pink […]
GARWOOD, NJ — In 2018, Pat DiFabio was presented with the prestigious Unity Special Achievement Award. He was recognized for a lifetime of making a difference with a big heart and a big smile. The longtime Garwood resident continues to make a difference at the age of 96. Though retired, he is still working with […]
UNION, NJ — Rhonda Denet brought the musical magic of Motown to Vauxhall Branch Library recently. She also told a history lesson about the Motown label, focusing on the ladies who made it all happen. She told the audience these ladies were “the ones who put the Motown label on the map.” Denet’s angelic voice […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The films were silent, but the audience roared with laughter. Union County Performing Arts Center had a full house when it recently hosted “Black & White Night 2025: A Silent Movie Extravaganza.” The featured film was Harold Lloyd in “Hot Water.” Laurel and Hardy starred in two films: “Putting Pants on Philip” […]