ELIZABETH — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites nature lovers of all ages to visit the Union County Falcon Cam at ucnj.org/falcon, where they can watch as two adult peregrine falcons raise four chicks in their nest atop the historic Union County Courthouse Tower in Elizabeth. The Union County Falcon Cam is the […]
RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 28, Rahway High School hosted its annual Olympics Day, an exciting morning and afternoon of fun and fitness as the elementary and middle school students competed in a variety of activities and track events! This year’s winners were Roosevelt Elementary School in the elementary school division and the Rahway […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The kickoff to Pride Month happened at Chisholm Community Center. There was music, dancing, chalk art and information tables. Halo Roasters provided free refreshments. Attendees also received plenty of Pride buttons, stickers, bracelets and rainbow flags. Athena, 17, who sings with the Jonathan Dayton High School All Stars, said, “The whole community […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway Public Schools proudly hosted its annual Olympic Day, a vibrant celebration of sport, teamwork, and healthy competition involving students from across the district. The event, on Wednesday, May 28, brought together young athletes from all local schools for a day of spirited contests and displays of athletic prowess. A highlight of […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — For the second time, there will be Flag Football and North-South Football at Kean University on Sunday, June 8. Union County will be well-represented in both. The second annual NJ Girls Flag Football Game will commence at noon, followed by the 47th annual Phil Simms North-South High School All-Star Football Classic […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — On Saturday, June 7, the Kenilworth Historical Society will present a colorful, enlightening program celebrating African-American culture and the significance of the Juneteenth holiday, which annually commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It will feature an inspiring interactive visit with notable African-American female Buffalo soldier Cathay Williams, 1844-1893, as portrayed by […]
UNION, NJ — American Theater Group will participate in the Grand Opening Weekend of the new Union Public Library & Arts Center with its presentation of Broadway Tales and Tunes, a unique “behind-the-scenes” look at Broadway, with veteran theater critic Peter Filichia on Saturday, June 7, at 7 p.m., at the Union Public Library & […]
UNION, NJ — The township of Union and the Library Board of Trustees have announced the official opening of the newly renovated Union Public Library and Arts Center, 1980 Morris Ave. The grand opening weekend celebration will begin on Friday, June 6, and continue until Sunday, June 8. “We are excited to open the doors […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Joan Osborne is a great artist in her own right, and she’ll be performing the songs of Bob Dylan at the Union County Performing Arts Center. On Friday, June 6, Osborne, along with a full band, will be performing the songs from new live release “Dylanology Live.” Her special guests will be […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library has announced the temporary closure of its Children’s Room beginning Monday, May 19, to allow for essential ceiling, lights and HVAC system renovations. The closure is expected to last approximately three to four weeks. During this period, the Children’s Room will be inaccessible to both the public […]