Archive for October, 2010

WAYNE -- Bernie Williams will showcase his career as a Yankee superstar and his virtuosity as a jazz guitarist at William Paterson University’s Distinguished Lecturer Series on Friday, Nov. 12. "Bernie Williams: In Words and Music" will take place at 7 p.m. in the Shea Center for Performing Arts on the campus in Wayne. »

TRENTON — Social media and technology have created thousands of new ways to be a bully, posing significant challenges for school administrators, staff, parents and students, according to the New Jersey Association of School Administrators. Knowing how to deal effectively with these new circumstances will go a long way toward reducing the problem of... »

UNION -- Kean Stage brings the Magik Theatre’s production of Alice and Wonderland: a Rock Opera to the Wilkins Theatre for one performance only on Nov. 14 at 3 p.m. »

LINDEN -- The Linden Halloween Parade Committee and the Department of Public Property and Community Services have announced the winners of this year's Halloween poster contest. »

MOUNTAINSIDE – The Watchung Amateur Ski Club will host its annual open house at the Mountainside Elks Club, Route 22 East, tonight at 7 p.m. »

WOODBRIDGE –Woodbridge officials, along with students from the township's three high schools, announced that the “Cast-a-Can When You Cast Your Vote” food drive is in place for the General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 2. »

The typical U.S. family spends about $1,900 a year on home utility bills. With October being National Energy Efficiency Month, it's a great time to evaluate your home and determine ways you can save energy and money. »

CLARK -- During fall break week, several exciting programs will be offered at the Clark Public Library. "School breaks are a great time for families to visit the library and see what fantastic, free resources are available. The programs planned for this week promise to be fun and exciting," says Children's Librarian Eileen Smith. »

SUMMIT—Dr. Raynard Riley is planning to buy back Halloween candy from Nov. 1–5 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at his office located at 475 Springfield Avenue, Ste. 210, Summit. »

SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union Catholic Performing Arts Company will kick off its 2010-2011 season with their fall play, “The Nerd”. Performances will take place on Nov. 4, 5, and 6 at 7 p.m. »

MOUNTAINSIDE -- The IRS reminds taxpayers to take advantage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 tax breaks that are still available. Tax incentives are still available for making energy efficient improvements to your home and for college expenses paid by parents or students. »

NEWARK — NJ TRANSIT customers now have unprecedented access to bus schedule information while on the go, thanks to the launch of the agency’s “My Bus” system, which enables travelers to find out when the next bus is arriving at more than 19,000 bus stops all over New Jersey. »

HILLSIDE -- The Concert Artist Program of Kean University celebrates its 11th season with The Music of Samuel Zyman on Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. in Enlow Recital Hall. »

TRENTON– What if state police and firefighter academies had fewer and fewer instructors each year to meet the demand? An equally devastating yet quiet crisis is brewing in nursing programs across the state. »

CAMDEN-- When the New Jersey City University women's soccer team did not win a league game and finished in last place in the New Jersey Athletic Conference every year from 1995-2008, an appearance in the NJAC Tournament was merely a dream. »

NEW BRUNSWICK– Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick will now serve as a Regional Medical Campus for Drexel University College of Medicine, based in Philadelphia, Pa. This designation expands on an already existing academic partnership between both institutions. »

RAHWAY -- The children in Kathleen Harris' pre-kindergarten class at Franklin Elementary School in Rahway enjoyed a harvest festival in the courtyard. »

MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Raritan Bay Medical Center has announced the following November events: »

ROSELLE PARK – “New Works 2010,” a solo exhibit of artwork by Leona M Seufert, will be on display at the Casano Community Center Art Gallery through Dec. 27. A “Meet the Artist” Reception is planned for Monday, Nov. 15, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. »

MIDDLESEX COUNTY – As part of its Solar 4 All™ program, PSE&G is installing up to 200,000 pole-attached solar energy units in its service territory. The solar panels will be installed in New Jersey’s six largest cities and in approximately 300 rural and suburban communities. »