MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The first in “SOMA Talks,” a three-part education series that focuses on teenage alcohol and drug abuse, will be Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. The other sessions will be April 18 and 25. These sessions are free and open to the public. The […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Club was transported to Scotland on Saturday, Feb. 3, to celebrate Burns Night, an international event that honors Scottish poet Robert Burns. The event was held by the MacWhannell family to celebrate Scottish culture and to support the Achieve Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises money for the South Orange-Maplewood […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — A community blood drive will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, bring ID, eat a meal before donation, and drink plenty of water before and after donation. Make an appointment by calling 201-251-3703 or […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Throughout 2017, Green Hill has participated in fundraising for causes such as Tribes for Tribes and Alzheimer’s awareness. In January, Flik Lifestyles recognized Green Hill as a platinum account for their contributions to the community through fundraising. Flik recognized the dining services team, from left, Benny Montalvo, Mirelys Castillo, Michiko Tomioka, […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The New Jersey State Teen Arts Touring Visual Arts Exhibit was on view through Jan. 26 at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority on West State Street in Trenton. The exhibit features 40 paintings, drawings and photographs selected from thousands created by teens across the state. Each of the 15 participating counties […]
GLEN RIDGE, NJ – The Glen Ridge High School girls’ varsity basketball team defeated Montclair in the preliminary third round before losing to second-seeded and defending champion Newark Tech in the first round of the Essex County Tournament to move to a 12-9 record. Claire McMahon had a strong game with 27 points and 20 […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Get ready to howl with laughter as the popular children’s musical, “The Big Bad Wolf,” is presented in the Fellowship Hall at United Presbyterian Church, 20 Old Indian Road, West Orange. Performances of the one-act musical will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24, and Sunday, Feb. 25, beginning at 3 p.m. […]
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Give Kids A Smile Day, a national American Dental Association effort to provide children with free oral care on the first Friday of February, was observed Friday, Feb. 2, in Bloomfield and Glen Ridge at two venues. In Bloomfield, 24 children were given an exam, cleaning and fluoride treatment at KinderSmile Foundation and […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange Rotary will hold its largest fundraiser of the year, “A Taste of the World,” on Monday, Feb. 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mayfair Farms, 481 Eagle Rock Ave. in West Orange. The anticipated event brings together several premier area restaurants to offer a sampling menu of culinary […]
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — JFS MetroWest recently received a grant from Investors Foundation to support case management. Guided by the wisdom and values of its tradition of respect for all people, Jewish Family Service of MetroWest New Jersey provides innovative, compassionate, and outstanding social services to enhance the independence and well-being of individuals and families […]