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Street Festival • Sept. 4 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. – Linden’s September to Remember Street Festival and Classic Car Show will offer live entertainment, vendors, food, games and more. »
United Way Kicks Off Fundraising Campaign
ELIZABETH –United Way of Greater Union County launched its 2010 annual fundraising campaign on Sept. 1. Officials have set a goal of $4.3 million. »
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African-American Heritage Rodeo • Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. – There will be an African-American Heritage Rodeo at 790 Trumbull St., Elizabeth. Admission $5 in advance, $7 at the gate. For info, call 1-908-351-4850. »
NJ Senate Approves Bill To Re-Examine Teen Driver Decals
TRENTON – Legislation to examine the recent changes to New Jersey’s graduated license program – including the teen driver decal requirement – received final legislative approval on Monday. »
Local Scouts Impressed By National Jamboree
BOWLING GREEN, Va. -- At 6:30 a.m. on July 25, 200 Scouts and Leaders of Patriots' Path Council started arriving at the Morristown Armory to join with 45,000 other Scouts and Leaders for the Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree and to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of BSA. »
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German Biergarten • Aug. 20 from 5:30-11 p.m. – The Deutscher Club of Clark, 787 Featherbed Lane, will host an authentic German biergarten. There will music by Richard Jordan, and 35 German theme cars will be on display. German & American food available to purchase. For info, call 1-732-574-8600. »
PSE&G Installs More Solar Panels
STATE – As part of its Solar 4 All™ program, PSE&G is installing 200,000 pole-attached solar energy units in its service territory. The solar panels are being installed in New Jersey’s six largest cities and in approximately 300 rural and suburban communities. »
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Singles • Aug. 13 from 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. – Middlesex East Widows Or Widowers, Carteret Chapter, will hold an open dance at the American Legion Hall, 1155 Roosevelt Ave., Carteret. Live music & refreshments. Admission: $10 members, $12 guests. For info, call 1-732-969-2228 or 1-908-757-0515. »
Local Lawmakers Seek Gas Tax Hike
STATE - While a projected $10.5 billion structural deficit in next year’s state budget has gotten a lot of attention recently, it is not the only financial problem facing New Jersey on July 1, 2011. »
Literacy Volunteers Make A Difference
UNION COUNTY -- Can you imagine not being able to read the back of a medicine bottle, fill out a job application or talk with your child's teacher? In Union County, 26 percent of the adult population lives with these limitations every day. »
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Afternoon Gaming • Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. – Teens are invited to the Clark Public Library from an afternoon of Nintendo Wii or traditional board games. For info, call 1-732-388-5999. »
Potosnak Challenges Lance to Full Disclosure of Taxpayer Spending
TRENTON – Ed Potosnak, Democratic nominee for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th District, challenged Leonard Lance to disclose the total amount of taxpayer money he has spent in 2010 and proposed legislation that would put an end to campaigning at taxpayer expense at a press conference at the State House. »
Lance To Hold Town Hall Meeting Next Week In Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE – Congressman Leonard Lance (R-NJ-7) will continue his series of summertime town hall meetings on Thursday, Aug. 12, in Woodbridge. »
Union County Rape Crisis Center Seeks Volunteers
UNION COUNTY – The Union County Rape Crisis Center is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in helping survivors of sexual violence. A state-mandated training will be offered Sept. 21- Nov. 9 on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 10 p.m. in Westfield. »
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Musical Theater • July 30 & 31 at 8 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults; $12 for students 17 and under. The July 29 show is a senior citizen (62+) benefit. Call 1-908-486-4144 for reservations. »
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Musical Theater • July 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31 at 8 p.m.; July 25 at 3 p.m. – Mystic Vision Players will present Aida at the Linden High School Theatre, 121 W. St. Georges Ave. »
Recycle Unwanted Electronic Equipment in Scotch Plains
SCOTCH PLAINS – Union County residents will be able recycle unwanted electronic equipment, such as computers and televisions, on Saturday, July 24, in Scotch Plains. »
NJ Drivers Must “Stop And Stay Stopped” For Pedestrians In The Crosswalk
TRENTON – Police agencies throughout New Jersey will be participating this summer in a pedestrian safety enforcement and education program designed to increase awareness about safely sharing the road. »
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Singles • July 17 at 8:30 p.m. – Steppin’ Out Singles will hold an upscale singles dance at the Woodbridge Hilton Grand Ballroom, 20 Wood Ave. South, Iselin. Ages 40+, no jeans/sneakers. Admission: $15. For info, call 1-732-656-1801. »
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Blood Drive • July 10 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. and July 11 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, 651 Kapkowski Road, Elizabeth, will host a blood drive. For info, call 1-800-933-2566. »
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