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Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Concert
The 2018 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Parade Committee has announced that its annual concert and parade will be held on Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, respectively. The concert is titled A Tribute to Fallen Heroes. The theme of this year's parade is Remember and Honor All Those Who Sacrificed. Memorial Day Concert (Sunday, May 27) The seventh annual Memorial Day Concert will take place on the northside lawn at the Fanwood train station, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The…
Find out more »Cranford Memorial Day Parade
May 28, 2018 @ 9:00 am WHERE: Community Center 220 Walnut Ave Cranford, NJ 07016 USA CONTACT: Cranford Recreation & Parks Dept 908.709.7283
Find out more »Clark Memorial Day Parade
Date: May 28, 2018 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: View Facility Arthur L. Johnson High School Address: 365 Westfield Avenue Clark, NJ 07066
Find out more »New Providence Memorial Day Parade
Memorial Day Parade WHEN: May 28, 2018 @ 10:00 am EVENTS Join us on Monday, May 28, 2018 as New Providence remembers the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in this country’s armed forces. The parade kicks off at 10 AM along Springfield Avenue between Central Avenue and Academy Street. After the parade, American Legion Post #433 (next to the library) and the DeCorso Community Center (15 East 4th Street) invite everyone for Hot Dogs…
Find out more »Scotch-Plains Fanwood Memorial Day Parade
The 2018 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial Day Parade Committee has announced that its annual concert and parade will be held on Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, respectively. The concert is titled A Tribute to Fallen Heroes. The theme of this year's parade is Remember and Honor All Those Who Sacrificed. Memorial Day Concert (Sunday, May 27) The seventh annual Memorial Day Concert will take place on the northside lawn at the Fanwood train station, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The…
Find out more »Summit Memorial Day Parade
Memorial Day Parade Sponsored by the Summit Fourth of July and Celebration Committee, the parade will be led by members of the Summit American Legion Post and will start at 10:00AM and begin at 25 DeForest Ave. to the Village Green. Summit civic and school groups are encouraged to participate and march along with veterans. The Summit High School marching band, Summit Police Department, Summit Fire Department, First Aid Squad, and scout troops will march in the parade. Spectators are…
Find out more »Union Memorial Day Parade
Memorial Day Parade is just around the corner! The Township of Union Veteran's Alliance Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for May 28th, 2018 starting at 10am. 2018 Grand Marshal Announcement coming soon! What you'll see at the Parade Featuring music by the Uptown String Band, floats, show cars, military units and vehicles, Clydesdale horses, civic and youth organizations and a historic war reenactment, the parade features something for people of all ages. There will also be a Revolutionary War Battle…
Find out more »Roselle Memorial Day Parade
Date: 5/28/2018 Event: Annual Memorial Day Parade Location: E. 2nd & Harrison Streets Time: 10:00 AM |We will assemble at E. 2nd and Harrison Streets at 9:30 am. The Parade will begin promptly at 10 am and will conclude at the Roselle Free Public Library at West 4th Avenue. Immediately after the parade please join us at the American Legio
Find out more »Discover Coding at the Cranford Library
Title: iDiscover Coding, grades 1-3 Venue: Cranford Public Library, Raddin Room Category: Children's Description: Students are invited to join us as we learn about the basics of coding. Each class will acquaint children with a coding concept through the use of fun, educational apps. Students will create interactive stories, animation, and even video games! Registration is required and begins two weeks before each program, please only register for one session per month. This free program is sponsored by a grant…
Find out more »Rahway Story Time on the Go
The Rahway Arts and Business Partnership in collaboration with the Rahway Public Library, the Rahway Recreation Center and the City of Rahway invite you to Story Time on the Go! Bring your children (preschool and schoolage) over to the Train Station Plaza and have them listen to a story read by one of our guest readers from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Thursdays Beginning May 31 through till August 23.
Find out more »Holy Trinity Greek Fest
May 31st to June 3rd Thursday 5-10 Friday 5-11 Saturday 12-11 Sunday 12-6 Live music, food, entertainment Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 250 Gallows Hill Road Westfield, NJ
Find out more »Holy Trinity Greek Fest
May 31st to June 3rd Thursday 5-10 Friday 5-11 Saturday 12-11 Sunday 12-6 Live music, food, entertainment Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 250 Gallows Hill Road Westfield, NJ
Find out more »Home Depot Kids Workshop
Classic Car - June 2, 9 AM - 12 PM Share the nostalgic pastime of car modeling with your child in our classic car hands-on workshop. Together you can build a vintage General Motors-style wooden car to put on display or take for a ride “with no particular place to go. Once your vehicle is built, your child can customize it with paint and stickers. All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times.…
Find out more »Michael’s Kids Club
Check your local Michaels store for participation $2 or $5 PER PROJECT, SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in store or just drop in. Parent or guardian must remain on premises. 10 AM - 12 PM Mothers Day Card May 5 Flower Bouquet May 12 Pineapple Craft May 19 Flamingo Craft May 26 Sloth Craft June 2 Cactus Project June 9 Father's Day Card June 16 Bug Project June 23 Sun Catcher/Ornament…
Find out more »Fanwood Saturday Mornings in the Plaza
Saturday Mornings in the Plaza The Borough of Fanwood is excited to launch a new initiative that will provide a variety of enjoyable, community activities in Downtown Fanwood on Saturday mornings! “Saturday Mornings in the Plaza” will be held at the Fanwood Plaza, between Fanwood Crossing I and II, weather permitting, for 8 weeks in the spring and 8 weeks in the fall. “Saturday Mornings in the Plaza” events are free and open to the public! Local organizations, groups or…
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