 If you've never been inside the Llewellyn Park complex in West Orange - now is your day to go. Thomas Edison's Glenmont home is open today for free tours, which means you'll be able to see inside of the residence as well as drive around the beautiful homes.
Llewellyn was America's very first planned residential community. At one time, the Colgate family lived in the development, and it was also home to abolitionist James Miller McKim who used his residence as an Underground Railroad safe house. Both Eleanor Roosevelt and Bill Clinton have visited homes here, and Whoopi Goldberg currently owns a home from where she commutes to her work in the city. Glenmont Fall Family Fun Day Free - includes arts and crafts, tours, games Saturday, Nov. 7 11am to 3pm Car Passes Needed - obtain at: Thomas Edison National Park Visitor's Center 211 Main Street, West Orange Llewellyn Park: Main and Park Avenues, West Orange
Published 1:27pm  MONTCLAIR, NJ - This week, the Essex County Division of Housing and Community Development is inviting residents to participate in a Home Improvement Workshop. The free presentation is geared to those interested in having their homes repaired at low or no cost and will be held in the Council Chambers of the Montclair Municipal Building. No registration is required at the event which takes place on Tuesday, July 28, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm; the building is located at 205 Claremont Avenue, Montclair. “Maintaining your home can be very difficult,
Published 9:30pm  CALDWELL, NJ - This weekend, the Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association will host their 25th Annual July 4 Ice Cream Social. All are welcome at the gathering which will include many family activities and entertainers, along with a patriotic salute to Independence Day. Refreshments including ice cream and popcorn will be offered to guests and the Cloverleaf Tavern will also be offering meals for sale. This year, the Association is hosting a judged Short Bread bake-off which will be awarded wth prizes. The free event will take place Rain or Shine on Saturday, July 4, from 1pm to 3pm at the historic Presidential Birthplace which is located at 207 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell. Ice Cream Social Activities
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ShortBread Bake-Off This year, the Association is hosting a judged Short Bread bake-off which will be awarded wth prizes at 3pm. Adults and children are welcome to try their hand at creating the cookie using only 19th-century ingredients. The rules are as follows:
The flag ceremony will begin at 1pm and will include the reading of the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson and the flag raising will be performed by the scout honor guard. Caldwell’s Mayor Ann Dassing will give the welcoming remarks. by Carolyne Volpe Curley / Carolyne@WestEssexNOW.com
 ROSELAND, NJ - This week, the Essex County Environmental Center is hosting Rutgers Essex County Master Gardeners who will present “Indoor Kitchen Gardening, Year Round." The class is for adults who are interested in learning about harvesting in all four seasons. Apartment dweller and those with limited gardening space will be instructed on how to create a four-season garden at home to supplement their grocery trips. The instructor will present a simple plan for creating one crop each season, including what equipment will be needed and how to get started. Cost: $10 per adult A minimum number of participants is required; those interested need to register in advance by calling 973-228-8776. The event takes place onThursday, June 25, at 6:30pm, at the Center, located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. Further Information
Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website Hours:
Published 11:16pm  CEDAR GROVE, NJ - This week the Cedar Grove Free Public Library is hosting Dietitian Heather Shasa who will be presenting a free interactive and informative class about barbecuing. Shasa will teach participants how to build a better burger, choose condiments and discover the benefits of buying in season. She will also have some sample foods available as well. The gathering takes place on Monday, June 22, at 6pm, and all are welcome. The library is located at 1 Municipal Plaza, Cedar Grove. Further Information
Cedar Grove Free Public Library Library Director Catherine Wolverton 1 Municipal Plaza Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 973-239-1447 ext 11 Website Hours
Published 11:40pm  WEST CALDWELL, NJ - This weekend, members of the 15th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Company E will be pitching their tents on the grounds of the historic Zenas Crane Homestead. The Civil War reenactors will conduct military drill exercises and demonstrate the lives of Union soldiers; the public is welcome to converse with the soldiers and observe their activities. The Unit includes over 40 members from the East Coast whom regularly participate in historical heritage presentations. The free event takes place on Saturday, June 20, from 1pm to 4pm and in the evening the public are welcome back to the campsite to experience stories and songs around a campfire. The Zenas Crane Homestead is located at 289 Westville Avenue, West Caldwell. Zenas Crane Homestead Tour
The day's events will also include free tours of the 1852 Crane Homestead, led by members of the Historical Society of West Caldwell, from 1pm to 4pm.
Published 10:01pm  ROSELAND, NJ - This week, the Essex County Environmental Center is offering "Horticulture for Seniors," a specially designed class for senior citizens that is presented by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Essex County. The free class, themed "Plant a Plant and Watch it Grow," takes place indoors Garibaldi Hall on Monday, June 15, at 1pm. The Center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. Advance registration is required and class size is limited so make sure to call first in advance to inquire: 973-379-5488. Further Information
Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website Hours:
Published 10:07pm  ROSELAND, NJ - This week, the Essex County Environmental Center is offering "Little Sprouts Spring Gardening Club" and children ages 3½ to 5 years old are welcome. The gathering takes place on Friday, June 12, at 1:30pm, at the center which is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. Each week, the children discover the magic of nature, the source of the food supply, and foods that are healthy. With a few seeds, some water, soil and light, students will be growing plants in no time.
Cost Cost is $10 per class / per child Advance registration is required - call 973-228-8776 Further Information Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website Hours:
Published 10:06pm  Credit: Carolyne Volpe Curley ROSELAND, NJ - This week, the Essex County Environmental Center will offer a meeting of the 4-H Young Gardeners Club. The children will work on the learning garden, or in the case of rain, take part in an indoor activity. The group gathers on Tuesday, June 9, from 4pm to 5pm in Garibaldi Hall; the Center is located at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. The class is geared for children in Grades 1 through 9. Members will learn information about how vegetables and flowers grow and fun information such as where spaghetti sauce comes from and how to find a rainbow in a garden.
Cost Cost is $2 per class Items to Bring
Further Information Essex County Environmental Center Office Administrator: Maria Robinson 621 Eagle Rock Avenue Roseland, NJ 973-228-8776 Website  ROSELAND, NJ - This weekend,
The Roseland Junior Woman’s Club hosts Roseland's Annual Country Fair and Craft Show at the Harrison Fairgrounds. The free event takes place Saturday, June 6, from 11:30am to 5:30pm and offers plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Food sellers will join over 35 craft and new merchandise vendors while live music and children's games and inflatables will be available all day. The Fairgrounds are located at the intersection of Roseland Avenue and Harrison Avenue, Roseland. |
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