Published 3pm  Credit: North Caldwell Fire Department NORTH CALDWELL, NJ - This weekend, the North Caldwell Fire Department is inviting the West Essex community to celebrate the recent arrival of two new members of their rescue fleet - the 2015 Pierce Rescue / Pumper "Engine No. 4" - and their new Initial Attack Vehicle. The department is hosting a "Dual Wetdown" on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 2pm to 10pm. The free event will be held at their firehouse, located at 134 Gould Avenue, North Caldwell, and all are welcome. FOOD/ DRINK COST Tickets are not required for the occasion; for those interested, food and beverages will be available for purchase. In addition, there will be entertainment from a DJ.
 Credit: North Caldwell Fire Department A wetdown is a ritual celebrated by many rescue departments during which a new vehicle is put into commission by anointing it with water sprayed by another rescue apparatus. At Saturday's wetdown, the traditional hose fights are expected to take place as neighboring fire departments arrive to anoint the new engine. All guests will be able to get a closer look inside the vehicle as well.
Additional, the department will be awarding prizes to the fire department which does the following:
by Carolyne Volpe Curley / Carolyne@WestEssexNOW.com Published 11:42am  Click through on each address to open to Google Maps; add your location to get directions. CALDWELL
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VERONA
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Published 2:55pm  CALDWELL, NJ - This weekend, the stage is set for Just Off Broadway Productions summer 2015 production of High School Musical at the Doris M. Byrne Performing Arts Center of Mount St. Dominic Academy. Remaining performances are Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7 and 8, at 7:30pm. The arts center is located at 3 Ryerson Avenue Caldwell. Just Off Broadway Productions
Husband and wife team local Theatre educators David and Jensyn Modero lead the cast of 35 from Essex, Union, and Middlesex counties. The cast is comprised of a mix of elementary, middle, high school and college students from theatre programs across the state along with seasoned professionals. The company's past theatrical productions have included Hairspray, Annie, Godspell, Bye Bye Birdie, Charlie Brown, Seussical the Musical and last year's performance of Cats. Just Off Broadway Productions is an educational and community theatre organization sponsored by St. Nicholas Orthodox Church of Elizabeth. Disney's "High School Musical" Considered a modern adaptation of Romeo & Juliet, "High School Musical" presents the story of two high school juniors from rival cliques. One an athlete, Troy Bolton, and the other a shy transfer student, Gabriella Montez, who excels at academics. When they try out for the leads in their school's musical, peer pressure and rivalries attempt to further divide the school. Tickets
The American Alliance for Theatre and Education This year, the production’s community outreach focuses on advocating for Theatre Education which emphasizes that access to quality arts education experiences is a vital component to educating youth in the public school system. Onstage and off, cast and crewmembers are moved by the ability to create theatre together and remember their own school theatre experiences. The American Alliance for Theatre and Education “envisions a world where every child has access to drama and theatre; where every city has a theatre for young audiences; where every community has a youth theatre; where every school has a theatre arts curriculum.” Further Information 908-370-9518
Published 12:24pm  CALDWELL / ESSEX FELLS, NJ - The Essex County Summer Concert Series continues this week with a performance by "The Symphonics.” Food catered by Tierney's Copperhouse and Gelato's will be available for purchase at 6:30pm and the "Serenade Under the Stars" will begin at 7pm. All are welcome at the free event which takes place Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Grover Cleveland Park which is located at Brookside Avenue in Caldwell. The Grover Cleveland Park Conservancy worked closely with the County to offer Tuesday's concert; new volunteers are always welcome. The Symphonics Playing the classic oldies from the 60s to the hits of the 90s, The Symphonics offer music which will please all audiences. Further Information Grover Cleveland Park Conservancy President, Lisa Garrity Essex County County Executive: Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. 465 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Newark, NJ 07102 973-621-4400 Website The Grover Cleveland Park Conservancy was formed in 2001 with the goal to assist the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs maintain, restore and enhance this beautiful park nestled on the border of Essex Fells and Caldwell. The Conservancy serves as the park’s advocate; members stroll through the park daily keeping the Park System apprised of maintenance and safety needs. The Conservancy fundraises to augment the county’s budget so that needed improvements can be made in a timely fashion. by Carolyne Volpe Curley / Carolyne@WestEssexNOW.com Published 11:32am  Click through on each address to open to Google Maps; add your location to get directions. CALDWELL
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ESSEX FELLS
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