SPRINGFIELD, Nj — Barbara Carroll was a pioneering jazz pianist and vocalist who would have celebrated her centennial birthday on Jan. 25, 2025. Sanford Johnson, editor of Jersey Jazz magazine, recently presented a tribute to Carroll at the Springfield Free Public Library. He spoke about her life and career and showed several video clips of […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — More than 300 people participated in the “Tesla Takedown” protest rally recently. The crowd was so large, they were not only in front of the Tesla dealership, but spread across the Staples and Sketchers buildings on both sides of the premises. This was the second “Tesla Takedown” protest rally hosted by SOMA […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Temple Sha’arey Shalom, a small reform community in Springfield, hosted its annual Tu B’Shvat Seder to celebrate the new year of the trees. During the engaging and informative short service, Rav Uri Allen led the congregation in lessons about how humans connect with trees. In particular, Tu B’shvat focuses on eating produce […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield, will be offering the following events and programs in the coming weeks. Meet the Author: Book Discussion with Karen Olson, on Thursday, March 6, at 7 p.m. – Join on for a conversation with Karen Olson, author of “Meant For More: Following Your […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Two years ago, Lisa Vecchione received a new heart from a donor. What she didn’t expect was connecting with his family in the most beautiful way. The Springfield resident was an extremely active person. She and her husband had dirt bikes and motorcycles. They traveled the country, just shy of 10 states. […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield, offers the following programs for the month of February: Teen Karate with Andrew from USA Karate, for ages 12 and older, on Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3:30 p.m. No registration is required. Bear Stuffing and Story Time, for ages 4 to 8, on […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — New Jersey Society State Color Guard Commander Julian (Jay) Hershey, of Westfield, led the Color Guard for the last time at the 10 Crucial Days – Washington Crossing Wreath-Laying event on Sunday, Dec. 8. Pennsylvania Society Sons of the American Revolution Color Guard Commander Fred Fonseca, with New Jersey Society Sons of […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield, will offer the following events in January: Chair Yoga, Friday, Jan. 24, at 12:30 p.m.: Each class offers the benefits of traditional yoga with guided relaxation, breath work, seated stretching/poses and standing stretching/poses. These will be taught by the popular yoga instructor, Tamara […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield, offers the following events for the month of January. KPOP Dance, Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 6:30 p.m., strictly ages 12-18 only. Preference is given to Springfield residents. Failure to notify the library of you or your child’s absence will result in a temporary […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf and the whole Arendelle crew as they take the stage in “Frozen Jr.” Based on the beloved Disney film and Broadway show, the production features 27 talented young performers from Union County. The show is directed by Renee Celeste-Lira and choreographed by Julie Celeste-Lira. The show will be […]