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EVENTS CALENDAR SPONSORED BY:  _________________________________________________________________ Labor Day Happenings in New JerseyLabor Day Parades in New Jersey: Haledo, NJ: The parade will take place on Sunday, Sept. 5th at 1:30 p.m. and will leave from the American Labor Museum. It will finish at the Great Falls Historic District in Paterson where the Great Falls Festival The museum's address is 83 Norwood Street in Haledon and the phone number is 973-595-7953 Website: www.labormuseum.net South Plainfield, NJ: The 53rd Annual Labor Day Parade will take place on Monday, September 6th.The parade will feature bagpipers, clowns, local boy and girl scout troupes, home-made floats and marching bands. The parade starts at the Police Athletic League Recreation Center on Maple Avenue at 10:00 AM. Telephone: 732-226-7601 Music and Fireworks in Spring Lake Park. Music starts at 6:00pm and Fireworks at 8:45pm Labor Day Fairs: Rutherford, NJ: Labor Day Street Fair will take place on Monday, September 6, from10 am- to 5 pm. The festival features an antique show, craft vendors, a juried art show, and local food vendors. The fair runs along Park Avenue in Rutherford, NJ. Call 201-460-8335 for details. Budd Lake, NJ: ScanFest! is scheduled for Sunday, September 5, 2010 at Vasa Park in Budd Lake 10am - 6 pm Rain or Shine. This is an all-day celebration of Scandinavia at its best where you'll discover the customs, the history, and the ethnic variety of the six Nordic nations: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. There will be plenty of food and Nordic crafts. Please visit www.scanfest.org Open House EventCarolyn Klinger Kueter Music Studio Westfield NJ Open House at Carolyn Klinger Kueter Music Studio, Westfield, NJ Join us Sunday-September 26th from 10-11:30am for a morning of Complimentary yummy breakfast treats (mini muffins, bagels, and ice tea) in the beautiful Victorian garden, enjoy Face Painting, an Interactive Story Time and receive a Tour of the intimate and classic CKK Music Studio. WIN IT! All Attendees will be automatically entered to win a B&N Gallery Pink Leather 2011 Planner. Winner will be announced at the Open House. See for yourself why the CKK Music Studio has been around for over 52 Years! Enroll the same day and Receive $20 Off Registration on our General (& Pre-Piano) classes for 4 1/2 -6 yr.olds. and Piano lessons for all ages. To register, email westfieldmomstownnj@gmail.com Studio is located at 424 St. Marks Avenue in Westfield. This Week's Calendar:September 3rd through September 12th Friday, September 3 through Saturday, September 4 - Shakespeare in the ParkTroupe of Friends presents its annual free Shakespeare in the Park production; this year the show is Merry Wives of Windsor - set in the Westfield of 1961! Bring a chair or blanket. Where: Mindowaskin Park, 425 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ When: 7:30 PM Who: Open to all How: show up Cost: free
Monday, September 6 - Storytime Tuesday MorningsBarnes and Noble is a tried and true hangout for toddlers and this event seems to have been designed for this purpose. The kids area is large, has a stage area, seating and a train set for kids to play. Even better a cafe for snack attacks and a plethora of books and magazines.Two stories will be read to your child and afterwards they are given a coloring sheet that is related to the story. Where: Barnes & Noble (1180 Raritan Road Clark, NJ 07066) 732-574-1818 When: 10:00 am - 10:30 am Who: up to 4 years How: show up to event Cost: free For more info: visit their website: www.bn.com or call (732) 574-1818
Tuesday, September 7 - The Sweet Sounds Downtown Jazz FestivalThe festival is being sponsored by the Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC). The performances will take place on sidewalks and street corners for nine consecutive weeks, every Tuesday, starting on July 6th and going through Aug. 31. Rain dates will be the following Wednesday evenings at the same time. Bands will be located on Central Avenue next to Banana Republic, the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station, the corner of East Broad and Prospect Streets, and Elm Street in front of the Baptist Church. Where: Banana Republic, 137 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Who: all welcomed How: show up Cost: free For more info: For more information, call 908-789-9444
Wednesday, September 8 - You & Me Toddler ProgramJoin Whole Foods every Wednesday for a fun toddler program. Each week a different activity from crafts to non baking cooking, music are featured followed by a healthy snack. Where: Whole Foods Market 2245 Springfield Ave. Vauxhall, NJ When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Who: ages 1-3 How: Please register at customer service or call 908-688-1455 Cost: free
Wednesday, September 8 - Wednesday Afternoon TeaWhat a perfect way to start the beginning of Fall with a Fall Harvest afternoon tea, enjoy finger sandwiches and desserts. Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Who: ages 12 & older How: Reservations required call: 908-527-0400 Cost: $33 per person
Thursday, September 9 through Sunday, September 12 - 33rd Annual Greek FestivalEnjoy the sounds of Greece with live music and authentic Folk dancing, featuring dance groups of all ages. A zeibekiko dance contest will be held on Saturday evening. Where: 721 Rahway Avenue Union, NJ When: n/a Who: all welcomed (Rain or shine) How: Show up Cost: $1 and parking is free
Saturday, September 11 - Grupo ñ: Spanish-Language StorytimeAll activities, stories, songs all spoken in Spanish. Where: Westfield Memorial Library, 550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM (Next dates: October 16 & November 13) Who: ages 6 and younger How: show up Cost: free
Saturday, September 11 - Rahway Street Fair and Craft ShowFeaturing Artists, crafters, vendors, live music, rides, & games. Where: Downtown Rahway NJ When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Who: All welcomed How: Show up Cost: free
Sunday, September 12 - Technique Classes @ Williams and SonomaWilliams & Sonoma will show you how to prepare Risotto Where: 127 Central Ave. Westfield NJ When: n/a How: Please call (908) 301-0075 to register Cost: free
Teen Scene:September 6th through September 7th Monday, September 6 - Make Waves This Summer at Scotch Plains Public LibraryScotch Plains and Fanwood teens, are invited to "Make Waves" this summer at Scotch Plains Public Library. Teens will earn prizes for every 5 hours of reading completed, with a prize raffle to be held at the end of the summer for teens who have read more than 20 hours. Where: Scotch Plains Public Library, 1927 Bartle Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ When: n/a Who: grades 6 through 12; All events are open to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders in 6th through 12th grades How: Registration for the summer reading program begins on June 28th, via website http://www.scotlib.org and in person at the Reference Desk. Cost: Free For more info: http://www.scotlib.org, and click on the "Teens" tab for the full details and a summer calendar.
Tuesday, September 7 - Hands-on Art for Teens: JournalsWork with artist Connie Pinkowski to construct your one-of-a-kind journal. Open to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Where: When: 3:30 PM Who: ages- teens in 6th grade & up How: advanced registration required. Cost: free
Plan Ahead:September 12th through October 14th Sunday, September 12 - Baby Loves Disco!The bus stops in nyc . . .bring the kids to this awesome disco party! Lots of fun! Where: Le Poisson Rouge 158 Bleecker Street NYC When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Who: 6 months - 7 years How: purchase tickets online: http://www.babylovesdisco.tickets.musictoday.com/BabyLovesDisco/calendar.aspx Cost:
Monday, September 13 - Apple Harvest TimeStroll Liberty Hall's orchard and pick your own apples. Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ When: n/a Who: all welcomed How: Call 908-527-0400 Cost: Adults: $10, Seniors, College Students, Children: $6, Under Three: Free Apple Bag Fee: $8: small bag, $10: large bag (Subject to Supply) For more info: Please call before visiting Liberty Hall to see if the apples are ripe for the picking.
Thursday, September 16 through Thursday, December 9 - Free Storytime @ Creative KidsFree storytime for the Fall. New schedule: Thursday, September 16th - December 9th Where: Creative Kids (1008 South Avenue W. Westfield NJ) When: n/a Who: 6 months - 5 years How: RSVP to 908-232-4948 OR info@creativekidsnj.com Cost: Free For more info: www.creativekidsnj.com
Friday, September 17 through Sunday, September 19 - Mangia! Mangia! Italian Feast 2010Featuring live music, 40 exhibits, amusement rides and a Union "Idol" contest. Where: Downtown Union, NJ (Stuyvesant Ave, Union NJ) When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Who: all welcomed How: show up Cost: free
Saturday, September 18 through Sunday, September 19 - Boy Scout Revolutionary War Overnight Encampment
Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ When: n/a Who: For Boy Scouts and their parents How: Reservations required: call 908-527-0400 Cost: Adults: $25, Children: $35
Saturday, September 18 - Centennial Village Group 4th Annual Music FestJoin the fun filled with great music, great food and fun. Featuring music from Brother John Brown, Stupid Should Hurt and other local artists. Where: Lincoln School Park Lot (Thomas St & Lincoln Ave When: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Who: All welcomed How: Show up Cost: Free For more info: Call Chiara Siliato, 917-806-8190 OR Email: 19munseedr@verizon.net
Friday, September 24 - Free Workshop: Stress Management ReliefStretching, breathing and meditation techniques which will reduce stress and quiet the mind. This is a full participation event; please wear comfortable, stretchy clothes. Where: 220 Clark Street Westfield, NJ 07090 When: 12:20 PM - 1:20 PM Who: All are welcome. How: Call 908-233-2700 Cost: Free
Sunday, September 26 - Fanwood Street Fair and Craft ShowCome see artists, crafters, & vendors. Featuring live music, rides & games. Where: Downtown Fanwood NJ When: n/a Who: all welcomed How: Show up Cost: free
Sunday, September 26 - Festifall, Westfield NJCelebrate fall at the Festifall, Downtown Westfield NJ Where: Downtown Westfield NJ When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Who: all welcomed How: show up Cost: free
Thursday, October 14 - Preschool Clothing DriveDrop off your gently used clothes, shoes, belts, handbags, comforters, towels, sheets, bedding, curtains, and stuffed animals. Where: Bauer Branch, 422 East Broad St. OR at the Cranford Community Center at 220 Walnut Ave. When: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Who: Open to the public How: show up Cost: no cost to drop off clothing The 2nd annual Hearth & Home Kitchen Tour is Saturday, October 16th from 10-3pm. It is a self-guided of seven beautiful homes in the Westfield area. This tour gives ticket holders a chance to mingle with the home's contractors and or designers and sample wonderful culinary samplings from some of the area's best caterers & bakers. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of. Purchase tickets at Christopher's Florist in Mountainside, Periwinkles in Cranford and The Town Bookstore in Westfield or by going to the web-site of www.htisnj.com and look for the kitchen tour icon. It is an event not to be missed!! Goodie bags go to the first 400 ticket-holders. There will be fabulous themed raffle prizes at one of the homes. The proceeds from the tour will benefit Holy Trinity Interparochial School in Westfield. _________________________________________________________________
The Mother’s Center of Central New Jersey, Inc. P.O. Box 294, Cranford NJ 07016 Phone (908) 561-1751
KIDS STUFF CONSIGNORS WELCOMED The Mother’s Center of Central New Jersey is seeking consignors for its semi-annual kids stuff consignment sale at the Casano Community Center, located at 314 Chestnut Avenue, in Roselle Park. The sale will take place on Friday, October 1st and Saturday, October 2nd 2010. The sale features gently used children's winter clothing in sizes from newborn to children’s 12. Other merchandise accepted for consignment includes children's toys, videos and books, sports equipment, bikes, strollers, baby equipment and maternity clothes. If you are interested in consigning your unwanted children’s clothes or toys, please visit our website www.westfieldnj.com/mccnj or leave a detailed message at the Mother’s Center by calling (908) 561-1751. You keep 50% of the total sold and the other 50% is a tax-deductible donation to the Mother’s Center. Donations of clothes, toys and other children’s merchandise will also be happily accepted. For more information, call (908) 561-1751 or visit the Mother’s Center website at http://westfieldnj.com/mccnj. MOTHERS' CENTER ANNOUNCES OPEN HOUSE Calling all moms… The Mothers' Center of Central New Jersey will hold their Late Summer Open House on Tuesday, August 31st from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Garwood Presbyterian Church at 341 Spruce Avenue in Garwood.
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