Assemblywoman Mila M. Jasey cordially invites you to join her for an  open house at her new legislative district office at 511 Valley Street in Maplewood on Wednesday, June 27th.  The Honorable Mayor Vic De Luca of Maplewood will perform the opening ceremony and ribbon cutting at 5 p.m., however, please stop by anytime between the hours of 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Light Refreshments will be served.

RSVP (973) 762-1886 or asw@njleg.org

Parking is available next to Hammond Map Building on Valley Street

The film City of God, which Roger Ebert called “breathtaking and terrifying,”  tells the story  of the slum gangs of Rio de Janeiro. The screening will be followed by  a discussion led by Allen Barra, author and film critic.

All are welcome and refreshments will be served.  For more information, contact Phyllis Kalb, Program Coordinator, at pkalb@sopl.org.

The South Orange Public Library will kick off their Summer Reading program with a day of fun for children of all ages. 

Included in the day are:

Arts & Crafts 1 to 2 p.m.

The Dinosaur Troubador Show at 2 p.m.

Operation Runway at 3 p.m.

Good Tymes String Band at 7 p.m.

No registration is necessary for the kick off!

We're moving to a smaller home and must sell some items. Furniture includes NEW Safavieh couches and coffee table. Photos of some items here:

http://goo.gl/sS5uZ

If interested in a specific item please check this site before coming on to the garage sale as we'll update it in the event an item is sold before Sunday.  You may also contact me at ebmetoo@aol.com. 

Thank you!

South Orange residents are invited to a fun family day at Meadowland Park and the Community Pool. Activities planned for the day include:

9:30 a.m.—Floods Hill—Bicycle Rodeo - The Parking Authority teaches community children about bicycle safety using a course created on Floods Hill.

11:30 a.m.—Meadowbrook Lane -Village Parade -
March, Bike or Stroll in our Fourth.-of-July themed Parade from Floods Hill to the South Orange Community Pool. PRIZES will be awarded for “Most Creative”, “Most Patriotic” and “Zaniest”. NO PETS PLEASE!

Noon —Cameron Field– 4th of July Ceremony - National Anthem and judging and awarding of prizes.

1 p.m.-4 p.m. —Duck Pond—Model Boat Exhibit - The South Orange Seaport Society will proudly display model boats at the Duck Pond

AT THE COMMUNITY POOL

The pool will be open on the 4th of July to ALL South Orange Residents from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.  Proof of residency (Recreation & Cultural Affairs I.D. Badge, driver’s license or utility bill) will be required at the gate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special afternoon events  1 p.m.-4 p.m:

• DJ playing patriotic and other various music.

• Dunk tank! Come Dunk local officials , lifeguards and others.

• Sand art for kids, artwork to remember the day!

Come and join us for a fun filled 4th of July “Stony’s” concession

SOUTH ORANGE: 266 West End Road

June 22 & 23    9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Absolutely NO EARLY BIRDS!

Good friends pooled their "stuff" offering great items for a Fantastic Garage Sale:New and used. Take a look at some of the offerings:

•  Jewelry
• Sears Sewing Machine
• Cameras: Yashica FX2 and accessories, Sony Video 8 CCD-F40
•  Household Items
•  Men's designer clothing, coats, jackets, 28" waist, Small & Medium sizes.
•  Womens clothing size 12.  
• And MORE!

The documentary Fixing the Future will be shown on July 18, at Clearview Cinema SOPAC in South Orange, NJ, and in dozens of cities across the country.   In this one-night-only event, Essex Time Exchange, a local time bank, joins more than 50 organizations nationally to promote innovative approaches to job creation, and stronger and sustainable local economies. 

The screening will be followed by onscreen panel discussion featuring

• Bill McKibben: Author, environmentalist, Schumann Distinguished Scholar at Middlebury College 
• Majora Carter: Peabody Award winning broadcaster & Urban Revitalization Strategist 
• Mike Brady: CEO, Greyston Bakery & social entrepreneur 
• David Brancaccio: Host, NOW on PBS

SEWING MACHINE, SCRAPBOOKING SUPPLIES, GOLF CLUBS AND MORE!!

Planning for college can be unbelievably stressful, but it doesn't have to be! Come to one of CBRG's free college planning workshops where our experienced advisers will cover: 

*Standardized tests: what they mean to colleges, how your student should prepare, and important information about the SAT writing section

*What to look for in selecting the college that is right for your student

*How colleges selectively shape their incoming freshman class

*The 5 questions you need answered before applying to a college

*How to increase your chances of getting into your dream college

*How to pay for college: an overview of financial aid and student loans

*How to position your student to receive scholarships from the college of choice

*How to pay for college with pre-tax dollars and receive a "tax scholarship"

*How to balance the cost of education vs. the value of the degree earned

*How to position your finances to receive merit aid

*A timeline for success

*How to save THOUSANDS of dollars on college tuition!

*And more!

To find out more about CBRG and to register for an upcoming workshop, visit CBRG.info or call 888-802-2740 

Like "College Benefits Research Group" on Facebook for helpful college planning articles and to be updated when new workshops become available for registration in your area.

Planning for college can be unbelievably stressful, but it doesn't have to be! Come to one of CBRG's free college planning workshops where our experienced advisers will cover: 

*Standardized tests: what they mean to colleges, how your student should prepare, and important information about the SAT writing section

*What to look for in selecting the college that is right for your student

*How colleges selectively shape their incoming freshman class

*The 5 questions you need answered before applying to a college

*How to increase your chances of getting into your dream college

*How to pay for college: an overview of financial aid and student loans

*How to position your student to receive scholarships from the college of choice

*How to pay for college with pre-tax dollars and receive a "tax scholarship"

*How to balance the cost of education vs. the value of the degree earned

*How to position your finances to receive merit aid

*A timeline for success

*How to save THOUSANDS of dollars on college tuition!

*And more!

To find out more about CBRG and to register for an upcoming workshop, visit CBRG.info or call 888-802-2740 

Like "College Benefits Research Group" on Facebook for helpful college planning articles and to be updated when new workshops become available for registration in your area.

     SUMMER SEWING CAMP AT FABRICLAND

PROVIDES WEEKLY CREATIVE OUTLET FOR KIDS

                                     For Immediate Release

North Plainfield, NJ. June 22, 2012:For youngsters who are seeking an alternative summer experience , registration is now underway for Fabricland’s Summer Sewing Camp program.  During the months of July and August, the Sewing School  located at 855 Route 22 at Wilson Avenue in North Plainfield,  is offering weekly classes for children ages 9 through 17.  Starting on Monday, July 9  and continuing right through until Thursday,  August 30,  sixteen  different classes  are offered for all skill levels.  Most classes are taught from Monday through Thursday, but there are single one-session “Kids & Teens Can Sew” workshops. Other programs include  “ Basic Beginner Sewing ‘101’ for kids and teens and “Hand Sewing” classes for all ages. Sessions for sewing dresses, shorts,  rompers, beach bags, pillows and fashion accessories are also offered.  Morning and afternoon classes are scheduled and the cost for programs range from $22 to $140. plus supplies.

 Register for the Summer Program online at www.fabricland.com  or call 908-755-4700 ext. 140 for more information.

Photo Captions:

Pix #1 - Fabricland Campers show off their sewing project they created during their 4-day program at the Sewing School at Fabricland in North Plainfield.

Come & Experience Life in Babylon!

Join us in Babylon, where we’ll explore what life was like for Daniel and his friends, captives in a strange land.  You’ll craft cool projects in the Marketplace, laugh as you play Bible-time games, visit with Daniel, and eat some interesting food.  Plus, you’ll meet lots of new friends!

ALL Ages WECOLME!!!

FREE for the whole family!

NJ Acupuncture and Fertility Center is opening their doors for a Complimentary Fertility Yoga and Support Group on Wednesday July 11th, starting 6:45PM - 7:45PM (support group) and 8:00PM-9:15PM (yoga).

Our Yoga for Fertility class will leave you feeling relaxed, radiant, and revitalized. Patti Safian, MS, LAc, is a licensed acupuncturist and the director of the NJ Acupuncture & Fertility Center. She is also an Anusara-inspired, certified yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience.

Our Fertility Support Group provides a safe friendly environment for you to share your thoughts feelings and offer encouragement. This is an easy way to meet other women going through the journey for fertility where friendships and support can be nourished. Laura Alper, MSW, LCSW is a therapist in private practice specializing in infertility and mind-body wellness for nearly 3 decades. She is a member of RESOLVE.

Upcoming Chi Kung Class starting July in Montclair

Summer Energy Exercise Class

8 Sections of Brocade Chi Kung

Thursday July 12, 2012 - Aug 9, 2012 (no class Aug 2)

7 PM - 8 PM

4 classes $60

8 Easy gentle movements that make you feel "Good"

Relaxes the muscles, reduces stress, freedom of motion.

Opens joints, aligns the spine, energizes the mind.

A fun "No pain - A lot to Gain" experience.

Wonderful for your abundance and fertile soul!

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South Mountain Soccer is a recreational soccer program sponsored by the South Orange Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs for South Orange and Maplewood children in grades 3 through 8. The program offers a wide range of opportunity for players at all skill levels in the fall and/or spring seasons. Each season is approximately 10 weeks long and includes professional training one day a week and a game each weekend. There are no tryouts for this program. Children are registered in the age/grade appropriate division.

Generally, the divisions are broken down as follows:

U10* - Grades 3 and 4
U12* - Grades 5 and 6
U14* - Grades 7 and 8

* Players must be below the league age as of August 1. (For example: a U10 player can not turn 10 before August 1, 2012).

The fall season is tentatively scheduled to begin the week of September 3rd and ends in mid-November. Practices are held one day a week, either on Tuesday or Thursday.

IMPORTANT SCHEDULING NOTE FOR FALL 2012
The schedule of South Mountain Soccer training and games may differ from other spring/fall seasons because of work planned at New Waterlands this fall.  Team training for some age groups may take place in the afternoons instead of evenings.  Games will likely be held on Saturday and/or Sunday and may be played earlier in the day than past seasons.  All schedules also may include more AWAY games.  A definitive schedule will not be available until mid-August.
Players will be notified of training sites, training nights and team assignment in late August.

The registration deadline is July 15th or when the program is fully enrolled, whichever comes first. You can also register online - www.thebaird.org

EARLY REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.

Residents are encouraged to place their name on the waiting list if/when the program is fully enrolled. If sufficient numbers warrant, additional teams will be created and those on the waiting list will be contacted.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: The success of the South Mountain Soccer Program can be attributed to the many parent volunteers who help out in a variety of ways. For a detailed description of Volunteer Opportunities and a Volunteer Application, see The Baird web site or call 973-378-7754.

South Mountain Soccer is a recreational soccer program sponsored by the South Orange Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs for South Orange and Maplewood children in grades 3 through 8. The program offers a wide range of opportunity for players at all skill levels in the fall and/or spring seasons. Each season is approximately 10 weeks long and includes professional training one day a week and a game each weekend. There are no tryouts for this program. Children are registered in the age/grade appropriate division.

Generally, the divisions are broken down as follows:

U10* - Grades 3 and 4
U12* - Grades 5 and 6
U14* - Grades 7 and 8

* Players must be below the league age as of August 1. (For example: a U10 player can not turn 10 before August 1, 2012).

The fall season is tentatively scheduled to begin the week of September 3rd and ends in mid-November. Practices are held one day a week, either on Tuesday or Thursday.

IMPORTANT SCHEDULING NOTE FOR FALL 2012
The schedule of South Mountain Soccer training and games may differ from other spring/fall seasons because of work planned at New Waterlands this fall.  Team training for some age groups may take place in the afternoons instead of evenings.  Games will likely be held on Saturday and/or Sunday and may be played earlier in the day than past seasons.  All schedules also may include more AWAY games.  A definitive schedule will not be available until mid-August.
Players will be notified of training sites, training nights and team assignment in late August.

The registration deadline is July 15th or when the program is fully enrolled, whichever comes first. You can also register online - www.thebaird.org

EARLY REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.

Residents are encouraged to place their name on the waiting list if/when the program is fully enrolled. If sufficient numbers warrant, additional teams will be created and those on the waiting list will be contacted.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: The success of the South Mountain Soccer Program can be attributed to the many parent volunteers who help out in a variety of ways. For a detailed description of Volunteer Opportunities and a Volunteer Application, see The Baird web site or call 973-378-7754.

Jill Criscuolo will be performing live at Maplewoodstock 2012 on Saturday July 7th 2012. You want to have a front row seat @ 4:30 pm for a Pop/Dance energetic show not to be missed. Hope to see you there!

http://www.jillcriscuolo.com/index2.html

This is a 5 day course and will be held July 9-13.

Complete the 5 types of application essays and build a portfolio of stories for application essays and interviews. Learn to identify and fix common grammar mistakes. Develop your strategy for the Common Application. 

Sign Up NOW!! for Anne Donovan Basketball Camp at Seton Hall University - July 16-20th (9am-3pm *extended stay available till 5pm)

You child will have fun while learning the fundamentals of basketball through games and drills. Other fun filled activities throughout the day as well as swim time.

Join us now and register at:

http://web.me.com/annedonovancamps.com

See you this summer at camp!

**This camp is open to any and all entrants limited only by number, age, grade level and gender.