Published 3:52pm  Credit: Glenn Frieson ESSEX COUNTY, NJ - Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites all senior citizen resident artists to participate in the 2014 Essex County Senior Citizens Juried Art Show and Exhibition. Both professional and non-professional seniors, at least 60-years old, are welcome to submit their artwork, for free, on Thursday, Aug. 7, to the Essex County Hospital Center. The center is located at 204 Grove Avenue, Cedar Grove. Artwork Submission Information All entries must be delivered on Thursday, Aug. 7, between 10am and 12pm, to the Essex County Hospital Center. Exhibit Information All of the artwork will be exhibited from Friday, Aug. 8, to Tuesday, Sept. 2 at the hospital center. The center will be open for viewing from 9am to 1pm and 4pm to 7pm. Awards Ceremony On Wednesday, Aug. 27, an awards ceremony will take place at 10am at the Essex County Hospital Center. 
Essex County Hospital Center Credit: Google Maps
“Essex County has a thriving arts community  Credit: Glenn Frieson Artist Requirements
Award Categories First place winners will be eligible to participate in the New Jersey Senior Art Contest. Awards will be presented in the following categories, without exceptions:
Artwork Requirements
Artwork Identification Labels will be provided to artists during drop-off at the Essex County Hospital Center. All artwork must be clearly labeled with the following information:
“This is an excellent means for us to promote the arts
The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 22 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, Treetop Adventure Course, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, two miniature golf courses, three off-leash dog facilities, a castle and the Presby Memorial Iris Gardens.
Thursday Evening Adult Yoga Offered in August at Essex County Environmental Center, Roseland7/31/2014
Published 3:05pm  ROSELAND, NJ - During August, the Essex County Environmental Center is offering “Thursday Evening Yoga” at 6:15pm on Thursdays. The center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. The class is geared for adults. This all-levels yoga series will focus on alignment, flow and warmth, followed by a restorative pose to unwind the body and mind for bed. Participants should dress comfortably and bring their own mat. Cost Cost for all four sessions is $40. Advance registration is required - call: 973-228-8776 No refunds will be given for missed classes. Schedule Thursdays at 6:15pm
Further Information Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website  Credit: Google Maps
Published 10:36am  Credit: Seton Hall Prep WEST ORANGE, NJ - On Saturday, friends of Brendan Tevlin will be hosting the first annual "Brendan Tevlin Lacrosse Festival" on the grounds of Seton Hall Prep's Kelly Athletic Complex. The game will start at 10am and the event includes raffles and refreshments. The complex is located at 700 Prospect Avenue, West Orange. DONATION
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Published 3:42pm  ROSELAND, NJ - During August, the Essex County Environmental Center is offering a “Bike Right - Learn to Ride” class on two Saturdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm. Students can choose one of the two classes to attend. The center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. The two-hour class is for children ages five and older and is geared towards making riding a bike easier for children. The class will be taught by TransOptions Bike Right for Kids organization which teaches children the easy way to learn to ride by using a "balance first" method. Parents help to get their children rolling while the child does most of the work. The children will learn the basics of balancing, starting, stopping, and steering a bike, as well as proper helmet fit and adjustment. Participants need to bring a helmet and a bike (without training wheels) in good working order. Cost Cost is $7 per child. Advance registration is required - call 973-228-8776. Meet in Garibaldi Hall and in the event of rain, this program will be rescheduled. Schedule Saturdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
Further Information Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website  Credit: Google Maps Summer Nature Strolls Offered for Children in August at Essex County Environmental Center, Roseland7/28/2014
Published 7:17pm  ROSELAND, NJ - During August, the Essex County Environmental Center will be offering two age-appropriate “Summer Nature Strolls” at 10am on two Wednesdays. The center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. The first class will be geared for children age two to three and the second for children age four to six. Participants in both classes will stroll through the wooded wetland and explore the wonders of the season. Classes are held rain or shine unless there are thunderstorms or heavy downpours; participants should wear walking shoes or sneakers. Cost Cost is $7 per child. Advance registration with payment is required - call: 973-228-8776. Schedule Wednesdays at 10am
Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website  Credit: Google Maps Friday Morning Adult Yoga Offered in August at Essex County Environmental Center, Roseland7/28/2014
Published 7:17pm  ROSELAND, NJ - During August, the Essex County Environmental Center is offering “Friday Morning Yoga” at 9:30am on Fridays. The center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. The class is geared for adults and will explore the many joys of yoga. Breathing synchronized with movement will warm the body and relax the mind. All levels are welcome. Participants may join for the series or just one class and are asked to dress comfortably and bring their own mat. Cost Cost is $10 per class and advance registration is required. Call: 973-228-8776 Schedule Fridays at 9:30am
Further Information Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website  Credit: Google Maps
Published 4:40am  Credit: Roseland Historical Society ROSELAND, NJ - The Roseland Historical Society is hosting their annual Antiques, Furniture, Collectibles and Book Sale this weekend. The sale will be held from 10am to 3pm at the Becker Center at 35 Livingston Avenue, Roseland. The Roseland Historical Society preserves the history of Roseland and the historic Harrison House at 128 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. All proceeds of the event will go to the support and maintenance of the house.  35 Livingston Avenue, Roseland Credit: Google Maps Further Information Roseland Historical Society Roseland Landmarks and Historic District Commission PO Box 152 Roseland, NJ 07068 973-228-0742 Website Facebook: Roseland Historical Society Established in 1975, the Roseland Historical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the exploration and preservation of Roseland's local history and heritage. Their mission is to promote a strong sense of community by engaging residents and visitors through programs and exhibits, and the conservation of local historical sites and collections. Membership is open to any individual, family, organization and/or business in the area. Contributions to the society are tax deductible and applications are welcome at any time.
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Assorted kitchen accessories  125 Knoll Terrace West Caldwell Credit: Google Maps
Published 10:35am  ESSEX COUNTY, NJ – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to enjoy the 2014 Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series. The upcoming events include performances by Tony Scally and Jazzmataz, Five-O Trio, and Jersey Sound and Almost Queen. Admission to the concerts is free. “Our Free Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers Tuesday, July 297pm Essex County Watsessing Park Bloomfield Avenue and Conger Street, Bloomfield
 Essex County Watsessing Park Credit: Google Maps Thursday, July 31
 Essex County Grover Cleveland Park Credit: Google Maps Friday, August 1
 Essex County Brookdale Park Credit: Google Maps Tuesday, August 57pm Essex County Ivy Hill Park Mt. Vernon Place, Newark
 Essex County Ivy Hill Park Credit: Google Maps Wednesday, August 6
 Essex County Weequahic Park Credit: Google Maps Friday, August 8
 Essex County Brookdale Park Credit: Google Maps Saturday, August 9
 Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park Credit: Google Maps 4pm to 9pm Essex County Ivy Hill Park Mt. Vernon Place, Newark
 Essex County Ivy Hill Park Credit: Google Maps The Summer Music Concert Series is being sponsored by Rose Squared Productions, The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, Filippo Berio Olive Oil, TD Bank and the Branch Brook Park Alliance. The series is also made possible, in part, by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State.
Concerts are held at accessible sites. Persons who require special accommodations or assistance are asked to call at least two weeks prior to the concert to alert staff as to their needs. Further Information Essex County County Executive: Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. 465 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Newark, NJ 07102 973-621-4400 Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs 973‑239-2485 Website The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 22 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, two miniature golf courses, Treetop Adventure Course, three off-leash dog facilities, a castle and the Presby Memorial Iris Gardens.
Published 2:15pm  ESSEX COUNTY, NJ - On Monday, a spokesman for Essex County, Anthony Puglisi, announced that the county fireworks program originally scheduled for tomorrow night has been postponed until Thursday, July 24. Essex County Brookdale Park Between Watchung and Bellevue Avenues, Bloomfield
West Essex Area Weather Forecast online here. "Because of the forecast of inclement weather, the Essex County Fireworks Spectacular featuring a concert with Joe Piscopo and 
Essex County Brookdale Park Credit: Essex County
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Essex County County Executive: Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. 465 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Newark, NJ 07102 973-621-4400 Website |
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