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CEDAR GROVE
ESSEX FELLS FAIRFIELD
LITTLE FALLS
LIVINGSTON
MONTCLAIR
MONTVILLE NORTH CALDWELL
ROSELAND
VERONA
WEST CALDWELL
UPDATED WEDNESDAY, July 1  Essex County and West Essex Area Independence Celebrations, listed chronologically.
Published 10:50pm Friday, June 26NEWARK Gates Open: 7:30pm
Saturday, June 27MONTVILLE
Tuesday, June 30NEWARK Gates Open: 7:30pm
VERONA Gates Open: 7pm
Wednesday, July 1BLOOMFIELD Gates Open: 7:30pm
Thursday, July 2CEDAR GROVE Gates Open: 7pm
FAIRFIELD Gates Open: 5:30pm
Saturday, July 4LITTLE FALLS
Gates Open: 7pm
Gates Open: 9am
MONTCLAIR
WEST ESSEX (Caldwells / Essex Fells / Roseland) Gates Open: 7pm
Gates Open: 6:30pm
Published 12:10pm  UPDATED: 2:15pm Saturday Click through on each address to open to Google Maps; add your location to get directions. CALDWELL
CEDAR GROVE ESSEX FELLS FAIRFIELD
LITTLE FALLS
LIVINGSTON
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VERONA
Published 10:10am  WEST CALDWELL, NJ - This weekend, the West Essex community will come together in an effort to raise money to find a cure for cancer. Formerly the Relay for Life of Caldwell, the Relay for Life of West Essex has grown into a larger undertaking which now encompasses teams and individuals from all around the West Essex area. Janice Alworth Stickels is directing this year's efforts and is sending a call out to all in the community to participate in the Relay on the day of the event, or to show their support by coming in person to cheer on the walkers. Food will be available for purchase from local restaurants which will be offering refreshments during the occasion. This will be the first year the event takes place from noon until midnight instead of walking overnight as groups have in the past. So far 17 teams and 128 participants have registered and have raised over $34,400. Anyone can show up at the gathering and join the walkers by making a donation of their choosing; there is no registration fee. Additionally, a host of activities for all ages will take place throughout the day for everyone to come by and enjoy. All monies raised will benefit the American Cancer Society. The relay takes place on Saturday, June 13, from 12pm to 12am, at James Caldwell High School's Bonnel Field, located at 265 Westville Ave, West Caldwell. Relay for Life of West Essex Teams So far, 17 teams and 128 participants have raised over $34,400 for the 2015 fundraising year. Everyone is welcome to come to the walk on the day of the event, make their own donation, and participate as well. Together, all of the team and individual donations raised are collectively donated by Relay for Life of West Essex to the American Cancer Society. The registered teams are as follows:
"When you drive down Westville Avenue on Saturday, Registered Individuals ~ anyone is welcome to join them
Donate Although the Relay event happens on June 13, the account for Relay For Life Of West Essex remains open until August. The American Cancer Society is putting donation dollars to work now, investing in groundbreaking cancer research and providing free information and services to cancer patients and their caregivers. They aren't just fighting one type of cancer, they are fighting for every person threatened by every cancer. All donations fuel their progress to end this disease. Anyone wishing to make a contribution to the Relay for Life Team of West Essex can do so online here. "Please come by to cheer on friends, family, groups or all of us. Schedule of Events
"A must see is our Luminary Ceremony which will happen once it gets dark; Relay for Life
Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries raise much-needed funds and awareness to save lives from cancer through the Relay For Life movement. During a Relay event, participants and survivors celebrate what they've overcome, remember people who have been lost to the disease, and honor people who have fought or are fighting cancer. The event inspires Relay participants to take action against a disease that has taken too much. Relay for Life of West Essex 2016 Teams for 2016 can sign up starting in September. Further Information Relay for Life Regional Coordinator Daniel Stermer 973-232-2574 Relay for Life of West Essex
Published 10:10am  UPDATED: 11:15am Saturday Click through on each address to open to Google Maps; add your location to get directions. CALDWELL
CEDAR GROVE
FAIRFIELD
LITTLE FALLS
MONTCLAIR
MONTVILLE
NORTH CALDWELL
ROSELAND
WEST CALDWELL
WEST ORANGE
Published 8:47pm  Credit: West Caldwell Fire Department WEST CALDWELL, NJ - The West Caldwell Fire Department is inviting the West Essex community to officially welcome their newest Fire Fighting Rescue Pumper at their "Wild, Wild, West Wetdown" this Saturday, May 16. The free event will be held at their firehouse from 3pm to 9pm and all are welcome. Seating with tables and chairs will be inside of the firehouse in case of rain. The station is located at 8 Fairfield Avenue, West Caldwell. COST Tickets are not required for the occasion; the event will include unlimited drinks and down-home cooking available through the purchase of a mug. In addition, there will be entertainment from a DJ, live music from Southern Steel and a bucking bull. Plastic Mug ~ $10 Free pony rides will be available from 4pm to 7pm.  T-Shirts bearing this logo will also be available for sale for $20. 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.  Credit: West Caldwell Fire Department
Published 7:12pm  VERONA, NJ - This weekend, Our Lady of the Lake parish is hosting a "Women's Cornerstone" retreat. The 26-hour experience is open to all women in the surrounding area, beginning on Friday, March 20, at 6:30pm and ending on Saturday, March 21, at 8pm. Participants are asked for a donation of $50 which will cover all meals, including dinner on Friday evening. Women will experience a comfortable, non-judgemental, atmosphere to enable them to grow personally in the knowledge and love of God. All participants have the option of staying overnight at the parish or sleeping at home and returning for Morning Prayer on Saturday morning. During the weekend, there will be time for private prayer, the celebration of Reconciliation and Mass. The retreat takes place on the parish grounds which is located at 32 Lakeside Avenue, Verona. "Please join us in joyful worship with warm and loving women," commented a Cornerstone spokesperson, Kellianne Martin. Retreat Information Women are led by a team of parish women who have already experienced the gift of a Cornerstone retreat. They will share their faith stories in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. "We hope you will join us on this spiritual journey that Registration Space is limited and early registration is preferred. Participants need to complete this registration form and mail it, along with a $50 check, to:
Published 10:30am  ROSELAND, NJ - Tonight, the Caldwell Public Library will be hosting a visit from Sci-Fi Author Richard Herr and all are welcome. Herr has had a varied career as an actor, stage manager, computer graphic expert and tonight will be discussing his comic fantasy books. The free event will take place from 6:30pm to 7:30pm on Wednesday, March 18, at the library which is located at 268 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell. Herr is expected to speak on the topic of Science Fiction and how the term "Sci-Fi" is used to describe the whole category which includes fantasy, horror, and science fiction; additionally he is expected to discuss the sub-genres like military sci-fi, altered history and superheroes. The author will read excerpts from his adult-oriented works, "Dog & Pony" and "Tales From the Starboard Cafe" and will be available to sign copies of his books. Reservations would be appreciated.
Further Information Frances Larkey Caldwell Public Library 268 Bloomfield Avenue Caldwell, New Jersey 07006 973-226-2837 Children’s Room: 973-226-1636 Website Library Hours
Published 10:14pm  WEST ESSEX, NJ - Area towns throughout West Essex are getting ready to ring in the holidays. All are invited to the many local Christmas Tree and Menorah lightings, and are welcome to join in the games, carols and hot chocolates which are sure to keep everyone warm this chilly December. SCHEDULECALDWELL
Wednesday, Dec. 3
Santa is scheduled to arrive at the Caldwell Fire Department at 4:30pm, parade throughout the neighborhoods and end up at 5pm on the Caldwell Green just in time for the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Following the tree lighting, everyone is invited to gather inside the Caldwell Fire House where refreshments will be served, music will be provided by DJ Joe Garamella and there will be a Holiday Auction with many prizes. The auction will be held to benefit the Caldwell Volunteer Fire Dept. Children’s Education Fund. Sunday, Dec. 21 10:30am and on Beginning at 10:30am, the Caldwell Fire Department will drive through every street in town with Santa on board handing out candy canes. They will also be collecting non-perishable items for the Caldwell Food Bank. ESSEX FELLS
FAIRFIELD
Sunday, Dec. 21 10am From 10am until about 5:30pm, the Fairfield Fire Department will be driving Santa around for a happy ride through all of the streets in Fairfield. NORTH CALDWELL
The North Caldwell Fire Department will make sure Santa makes a grand entrance on one of their trucks while also giving out candy canes. The North Caldwell Boy Scouts will serve hot chocolate and cider and live music will be provided from DJ Legendery. For a special treat this year, the Dapper Dans of Harmony barber Shop Quartet will entertain the guests with a salute to the troops. In addition, the North Caldwell Girl Scouts will be accepting new, unwrapped, toys for their annual toy drive. Gifts are needed for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Saturday, Dec. 20 12pm Throughout the day, the North Caldwell Fire Department will give Santa a tour of the borough while greeting the children who come out to wave. The department asks that anyone who has a child with special needs please call 973-228-6437. ROSELAND
The evening begins at 6:15pm with a performance from the Roseland Methodist Church Bell Choir. The bells will be followed with Christmas music until the 7pm tree lighting and the arrival of Santa Claus. Following the lighting, the borough hosts a reception with Santa which includes music and dance and refreshments. Tuesday, Dec. 16 6:15pm Borough Common 140 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland On the first night of Chanukah, the mayor and council take part in a celebration for the Festival of Lights. Starting at 6:15pm, Rabbi Kasowitz will begin by blessing the Menorah, followed by the lighting at 6:30pm. Singing, dancing and a reception with refreshments will then take place inside the Borough Hall. Sunday, Dec. 21 3:30pm to 9pm Santa will be riding through the streets of Roseland on a Roseland Fire Engine, accompanied by a festive holiday truck, music, and lots of elves in turnout gear. Weather permitting, the parade will start on Laurel Avenue at 3:30pm and continue through the town, visiting every street. The parade completes on Passaic Avenue at approximately 9pm. Listen for the sirens and come out and wave! VERONA
Sunday, Dec. 14 10:30am and on The Verona Fire Department will make their way through all of the township streets with Santa on board; be sure to listen for the sirens to know when he's close by. WEST CALDWELL
St. Aloysius Turkey Collection, 8am to 6pm, Monday, Nov. 24; 219 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell11/23/2014
Published 6:14pm 
CALDWELL, NJ - St. Aloysius Parish's Annual Turkey Collection will be held tomorrow in their gym at 219 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell. Volunteers will be on hand accepting the frozen whole turkeys and frozen turkey breasts and nonperishable food items from 8am to 6pm on Monday, Nov. 24. "Since the supermarkets in the area are offering free turkeys at this time of the year, we would like to share with those less fortunate Donations Requested Along with Supermarket gift cards, the following nonperishable food items, hygiene necessities and household supplies are currently in demand at the Caldwell Food Pantry: Food Items
"All of the items will be distributed to some local families |
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