CRANFORD, NJ — Throughout the years, most everyone has their favorite summer songs they hold dear to them. It’s just not summer until they’ve heard those songs on the radio or via other music mediums. Rhonda Denet and the Silver Fox Trio recently covered the scope of summer songs at Cranford Community Center. They entertained […]
ROSELLE, NJ — In 1883, Roselle was the first community that benefited from Thomas Edison’s electric lighting system. And on Monday, July 22, Roselle Memorial Library certainly shined bright! More than 100 people stood in front of the library for the ribbon cutting, which celebrated the newly renovated venue. “We are here not only to […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew: Remain in Light is a must-see performance. They will be delivering powerhouse renditions of Talking Heads classics at Union County Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 8 p.m. With an all-star backing band, they will perform classics such as “Once in a Lifetime,” “Psycho Killer,” […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Dancing, cosplay costumes, creative workshops and an outside artist alley vendor area were just some of the many amazing things offered at Cranford Public Library’s annual Tosho-Con. “We are thrilled,” said Marissa Lieberman, head of the library’s reference department and lead organizer of Tosho-Con. “We’ve had a lot of great energy here. […]
UNION, NJ — Aneil Chetram, president of the Loyalty Lodge 33, offered the Loyalty Lodge parking lot for a car wash on Saturday, July 20. The event benefited Union’s Cub Scout Pack 68 and BSA Troop 168-G. Dozens of young people from the troops worked together to raise funds. “We’re more than happy to help,” […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — Eyes of the Wild, an exotic animal rescue, recently had a presentation at Kenilworth Public Library. The program offered the opportunity to learn about and view up close exotic animals. More than 40 children — and their parents — were in attendance. Presenter Samantha Guzzi said the majority of animals at Eyes […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Summertime fun was in full force at Springfield Free Public Library. Two simultaneous events happened recently, which truly brought out the essence of sunshine. In one room, there was the Summer Reading Kick-Off party, with a Ron Albanese concert. In another, Calming Crafts for Tweens Thru Adults: Summer Flip Flop Canvas Painting […]
UNION, NJ — Four Sticks, a Led Zeppelin tribute act, was the first of the Summer Concert Series at F. Edward Biertuempfel Memorial Park. Paired with a great offering of food options from vendors, it made for an excellent summer evening. The band is made up of Tom Major on drums, Nunzio Signore on guitar, […]
ROSELLE PARK — The borough hosted a blood drive at the Casano Community Center during the weekend after July 4 with donors getting a Mets T-shirt and tickets while supplies lasted. “New York Blood Center is very thankful for Roselle Park to have a blood drive during the holiday weekend,” said Genevieve Toscano, an account […]
RAHWAY — Ali Lee Sr. was looking for a job. For the past two years, the Rahway resident has been doing odd jobs as he awaits his next break. He shares his story to encourage others. Priscilla Reynolds, of Montclair, was also looking for work. She just started her search. “It is rough right now,” […]