‘The Wiz’ to be shown at UCPAC

RAHWAY, NJ — Come on and ease on down the road to the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway, to see “The Wiz,” rated G, on Thursday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m., starring Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, Mabel King, Theresa Merritt, Thelma Carpenter, Lena Horne and Richard Pryor. […]

Sail away party for ‘Titanic’ scheduled

RAHWAY, NJ — All aboard for a 1910s-themed Sail Away party, formal attire encouraged, with specialty drinks, photo opportunities and other surprises that will make you feel as if you’re the king of the world on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m., at the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway. Enjoy music […]

Spreading warmth and comfort one ‘Mug of Love’ at a time

Spreading warmth and comfort one ‘Mug of Love’ at a time

RAHWAY, NJ — Young hearts from Franklin Elementary School’s Blue & Gold Club are spreading warmth and comfort this winter, one “Mug of Love” at a time. The club delivered its thoughtful creations to bring a touch of joy and positivity to patients and families facing challenging times. Filled with coffee, tea, hot cocoa, snacks […]

Club spreads holiday cheer with pine cone creations for Rahway seniors

Club spreads holiday cheer with pine cone creations for Rahway seniors

RAHWAY, NJ — This holiday season, the Blue and Gold Club at Franklin Elementary School wasn’t just spreading cheer among classmates – they were bringing festive spirit to residents of the Rahway Senior Center. In a heartwarming display of creativity and community service, the young members handcrafted unique Christmas trees made entirely from pine cones. […]

Franklin Elementary School Winter Concert fills auditorium with holiday cheer

Franklin Elementary School Winter Concert fills auditorium with holiday cheer

RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, Dec. 12, the music of the season filled the Franklin Elementary School auditorium as their annual Winter Concert unfolded. With the guidance of vocal music director Winsom Thomas-Hinton, band director Jason Miklowcic and string orchestra director Sofia Kitenberg, young musicians from across the school showcased their dedication and passion for […]