A community wide time of music, meditation and fellowship will be held this Sunday, November 4^th, at Community Congregational Church in Short Hills.  This non-denominational, Christian worship service starts at 10:30am and welcomes all for a time of encouragement and spiritual affirmation through inspirational music, readings and communion.  Come for the assurances of love as only God can give, and the comforting companionship of others.  For more information and/or directions visit www.CommunityChurch.org or call (973) 722-1057.

New Exhibit – “A Fine Collection: Treasures from the Vault”

This Fall Macculloch Hall Historical Museum will exhibit some of its most popular pieces as well as many seldom-seen treasures which have been in storage. Vivid examples of the antique Oriental rug collection will be hung in the museum's first floor gallery, complemented by textbook examples of fine porcelain, silver, glass and furniture collected by Museum founder, W. Parsons Todd. This is a special opportunity to see rarely-exhibited treasures from the collection in the gallery and tour the rest of the museum to see many other pieces in period room settings.  Included in the exhibit are over a dozen Oriental rugs from the Museum’s collection. The exhibit will also feature some of our country’s founding heroes documents including artifacts including George Washington, Dolley Madison and others. The exhibit will also feature fine furniture such as a walnut English armchair, circa 1720, which was the inspiration for the Museum’s logo with the ornate looping back and shell design. 

“A Fine Collection” has a perimeter layout which leaves the center of the room open for a series of speakers and musical programming taking place in conjunction with the exhibit over the next several months.  Programs in conjunction with the exhibit take place with music on the first Sunday at 4:30pm and speakers on the third Sunday of the month November through June (no programs in January). They begin on Sunday November 4th with “Johnny Has Gone for a Solider: Early American Music”.  “The Early Music Players” will perform parlor songs, political songs & dance music on replicas of 18th century instruments, such as the flute, recorder, viola da gamba & guitar.

On Sunday November 18 4:30pm - Executive Director Carrie Fellows will present “Fashions in the Age of Austen”, an exploration of women’s fashion encompassing 1790 – 1817. Using images from the period, photos of surviving garments, silhouettes in the Museum’s collection and handsewn reproduction clothing, Fellows will illustrate the Regency silhouette. 

Tickets for Sunday programs will go on sale from 1pm on the day of the program, no advance sales.  A separate ticket ($12) is required for the musical programs; discounted ($10) for members, Seniors, Students and those who purchased a Museum tour ticket that afternoon.  House tours (regular admission applies) take place throughout the afternoon, the last tour leaves at 3pm. The upstairs galleries will remain open until 4:30pm however the “A Fine Collection” exhibit will close at 3pm in preparation for the program. Tickets to hear speakers are Adults $8; Seniors & Students $6; Children 6 – 12 $4. Members and children under 5 are free. Speaker tickets include admission to take part in a house tour if visitors arrive during the afternoon and sign up to tour.  For further information please visit maccullochhall.org

Both series continue in December with “The Early Music Players” returning on December 2, to perform “Carols and Capers: A Music Celebration from the Olde and New Worlds”  which celebrates the season with a collection of beautifully performed holiday music from various countries spanning the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods (1300's - 1700's).  Then on December 16^th join F.M. Kirby Curator Ryan Hyman as he presents “Thomas Nast’s Historical Icons”, to learn more about the nineteenth century political cartoonist’s Thomas Nast including his popularization of the modern day image of Santa Claus

Macculloch Hall Historical Museum preserves the history of the Macculloch-Miller families, the Morris area community, and the legacy of its founder W. Parsons Todd through its historic site, collections, exhibits, and educational and cultural programs. The Museum is open to tour the house and view exhibits on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Adults $8; Seniors & Students $6; Children 6 – 12 $4. Members and children under 5 are free. The last tickets for tours are sold at 3 p.m. School tours, adult/senior tours and rentals may be scheduled by appointment. For more information, including holiday closings, visit our website www.maccullochhall.org or find us on Facebook or call (973) 538-2404 ext. 10.   Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960.  Macculloch Hall Historical Museum is a nonprofit educational affiliate of the W. Parsons Todd Foundation.

Each year, well over one million children are diagnosed with autism, ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, dyslexia, OCD & other neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Robert Melillo brings a fundamentally new understanding of these conditions with his revolutionary Brain Balance program. It has achieved real, fully documented results for children, dramatically improving the quality of life - behaviorally, emotionally, academically, and socially − for them and their families.

Dr. Robert Melillo, Ground-Breaking Neurologist, Pioneer in Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders and NY Times Best-Selling Author will be at the Barnes & Nobel in Livingston Mall to sign copies of his book Disconnected Kids.

Dr. Robert Melillo, Ground-Breaking Neurologist, Pioneer in Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders and NY Times Best-Selling Author will be at [words] Bookstore to sign copies of his book Disconnected Kids.

Centered on generating growth through reinvestment of local deposits into the community, Spencer Savings Bank proudly supports charitable organizations, local business and workforce initiatives, civic groups, youth programs, and other community-focused organizations.

Hosting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, donation bins will be set up inside Spencer Savings Bank's 19 different locations in Northern Jersey throughout Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Union counties. Branch locations include Clifton, Cranford, Elizabeth, Elmwood Park, Garfield, Garwood, Lodi, Lyndhurst, North Caldwell, Nutley, Roselle, Saddle Brook, Union, Wallington and Wayne.

People are encouraged to drop off nonperishable food items to support local food banks in the community. Visit www.spencersavings.com to find the branch nearest you!

The Meadowlands Pet Expo

Nov. 16-18, 2012

Meadowlands Expo Center

355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ

The Meadowlands Pet Expo in coming to the Meadowlands Expo Center at Harmon Meadows on November 16-18, 2012. The Meadowlands Pet Expo is designed to educate and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets.

The Meadowlands Pet Expo has something for pet lovers of all ages! The show will offer many educational and entertaining performances, special attractions, hands-on-petting opportunities, pet adoptions, and outstanding holiday shopping for pet lovers and their pets.

There will be demonstrations in the dog arena, educational and entertaining reptile shows, the NJ Batman and the Bat Cave, birds, the North Jersey Aquarium Society and aquatic section, a petting zoo, pony rides and rescue and adoption groups and more.

Attendees are allowed to bring their well-behaved leashed pets. Have your pet’s photo taken for the holidays without photographer, Zap Photography. Enter the Pet Fashion Show and Costume Contest and participate with your purebred dog in out Parade of Breeds. You can have your dog tested for the AKC  Canine Good Citizen Award and have your pet microchiped for a discount rate. Check out the website, www.meadowlandspetexpo.com for the details.

The Meadowlands Pet Expo will be held Friday, November 16 from 4pm to 8pm, Saturday, November 17 from 10am to 7pm and on Sunday November  18 from 10am to 5pm. Admission is $12.00 adult and $5 children (ages 11 and under),  3 and under are admitted free. You can go on our website www.meadowlandspetexpo.com for discount coupons or to purchase discount tickets online.

For additional information or vendor space call 1-800-677-4677 or email us at petexpo@optonline.net  or visit our website.

Beat the holiday shopping rush! Aquinas Academy's Christmas Bazaar has all of your shopping needs. We have makeup, pocketbooks, jewelry, handmade crafts, accessories, ornaments, wreaths, poinsettias, natural body products, home goods, children's gifts, cash for gold, and more! 30 gift baskets will be raffled. 50/50 and food! Credit cards accepted for raffle prize tickets.

SHOP, SIP, SOCIALIZE....Saturday November 17th....BKLYN.... RSVP AT THECLOSETJUNKIES@GMAIL.COM
THE SHOPPING PARTY IS BAAACK AND BETTER THAN BEFORE!!!
With tons of more deals on your favorite designers, vintage clothing, and one of a kind pieces shipped over seas from Japan!!
...Whats better than a Shopping Party?!
...Join THEE rebirth of cooL + Theclosetjunkies as we SHOP, SIP, and SOCIALIZE!
On Saturday November 17th Theclosetjunkies.com will be featuring MENS AND WOMENS vintage one of a kind clothing pieces, and accessories, for your shopping pleasure. Shop till you drop as you sip on complimentary beverages and enjoy delectable sweets.You do not want to miss out on this amazing shopping experience!
COME EARLY as we only carry one of a kind pieces so once its gone its gone!
PLUS!! 5.00 entrance fee gets u drinks and desserts!!
PLUS PLUS!!!!: Rising Hip Hop Star Elle Vie and various other performers will be PERFORMING AS WELL!!!.
Cant miss this!. Shopping, Food, Drinks, ANNDDDDD LIVE PERFORMANCES!?
$5.00 entry

WHEN: Saturday November 17th

WHERE: 901 Atlantic ave Brooklyn, NY
C train to Clinton-Washington exit at Washington Ave
www.theclosetjunkies.com
Elleviemusic.com

Gather the hounds for a non-competitive walk and festival for dogs and their families to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer! We invite you and your pooch to join us and support our 1st “Bark For Life” of Metro NJ. Bark For Life supports the American Cancer Society’s mission to save lives and create a world with more birthdays by helping people stay well, get well, find cures and fight back. This rain or shine walk will feature paw-friendly activities and contests throughout the event. Join us as a team, group, individual walker, volunteer, or sponsor.

VETERAN'S DAY FUNDRAISER ON NOV. 9 AT THE SHANNON ROSE IRISH PUB, CLIFTON, NJ

 
 
Clifton, NJ – November 9, 2012 – Friday, November 9, the Shannon Rose Irish Pub in Clifton, NJ, is holding a special Veteran's Day fundraiser, benefiting the SECFOR Platoon of the 2-113th Infantry, NJ National Guard, based at the Riverdale, NJ Armory. At 10:00 pm, premier NJ cover band Amp'd, "rockin crowds one show at a time", will play. Anyone making a donation will receive exclusive drink specials.
 
The Shannon Rose Irish Pub, located at Clifton Commons, 98 Kingsland Road, Clifton, NJ, is open on Fridays 11:00 am to 3:00 am.  They are known for their authentic Irish and American fare and a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
 
 

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About The Shannon Rose Irish Pub
The Shannon Rose Irish Pub was established in 2007 and is a concept restaurant launched by Doherty Enterprises, Inc., the 12th largest franchisee in the United States. Currently, three locations, Ramsey, Clifton, and Woodbridge, are open and gaining enormous popularity. Known for perfect pub-style food and drinks, their kitchens are open until at least 2 a.m. and there is never a cover to see the great entertainment frequently performing. Take-out food is available.
(www.TheShannonRose.com)
 
 
About Doherty Enterprises, Inc.
Doherty Enterprises, Inc. was established in 1985 and is the 12th largest franchisee in the United States, operating four restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, and their own concept restaurants, The Shannon Rose Irish Pubs and Spuntino. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates 100 restaurants in northern and central New Jersey, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Tri-State Area” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com)

Come move to the sounds of R&B music and join other like-minded people who enjoy this fun style of dance. Learn some new choreographed steps that you can take with you to your next social event or create a line dancing club!
T: 973-275-3868
$10 ( Discount passes: 5 classes $45; 10 classes $80)
You can make a payment through online, please click on "Pay Online" tab under The Wellness Lounge.

Using a practical, fun, light-hearted approach to address stressors as well as personal conflicts and frustrations, the "Nameless Technique" was created by a gifted facilitator who motivates participants to move beyond barriers that they may present and help clarify situations that may be causing them to become stuck. You will receive a clearer vision of what's going on internally by receiving direct information as well as tools and techniques to make the external changes needed. This workshop is truly unique; there are no words to really express it (hence the title). It just simply needs to be experienced. T: 973-275-3868 $45
You can make a payment through online, please click on "Pay Online" tab under The Wellness Lounge.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play chess? Do you want to know more than just how to move the pieces and what checkmate is? Please join certified chess coach, Damon Garrett, President of Chess for Life and member of the prestigious United States Chess Federation to learn how to play chess in a fun and adventurous way.

Chess for Life will help you develop strong decision-making skills, and for students, strengthen creative and critical thinking skills using simple, dynamic strategies to challenge all levels of playing ability. This workshop will consist of three basic techniques: Opening Theory, Middle Game Theory and Endgame Theory. With a chess-made easy approach, you will quickly learn how the chess masters do it! $30 ($50 for 2 sessions; $70 for 3 sessions)
You can make a payment through online, please click on "Pay Online" tab under The Wellness Lounge.

SPECIAL GUESTS AT WFAN ‘MONDAY NIGHT LIVE!’ SHOW WITH GIANTS LEGEND CARL BANKS, BROADCAST ON MONDAYS FROM THE SHANNON ROSE IRISH PUB, CLIFTON


Clifton, NJ – November 9, 2012 – You never know when a celebrity is going to show up at legendary NY Giants linebacker Carl Banks' “Monday Night Live!” radio broadcast. Recently Giants' punter Steve Weatherford and Giants' linebacker Michael Boley were special guests on the show, broadcast live along with co-host Kimberly Jones, every Monday at 6:30 p.m. from The Shannon Rose Irish Pub at Clifton Commons, 98 Kingsland Road, Clifton, NJ. Banks, part of the Giants’ 1986 and 1990 SuperBowl championship teams, hosts WFAN’s pregame show on Sports Radio 66 WFAN NY, The show includes in-depth analysis, interviews, and a preview of that evening’s upcoming NFL Monday Night Football game on ESPN. The Shannon Rose Pub joins in the weekly pigskin festivities with $2.50 Bud, Bud Light, and Bud Light Lime Specials and a great $5.00 Football Food menu all night long. During the game, the fun continues as Shannon Rose patrons can enter drawings to win fabulous football prizes.
 
“We’ve added more TVs this season! With TVs in every room and our multiple big flat screen TVs, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub is already the best place to watch Monday Night Football,“ said Carolyn Blagojevic, General Manager of the Pub. “Now it’s even more exciting with former New York Giants star Carl Banks joining us here every Monday night, through December 10th, with his live radio show.”

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About The Shannon Rose Irish Pub
The Shannon Rose Irish Pub was established in 2007 and is a concept restaurant launched by Doherty Enterprises, Inc., the 12th largest franchisee in the United States. Currently, three locations, Ramsey, Clifton, and Woodbridge, are open and gaining enormous popularity. Known for perfect pub-style food and drinks, their kitchens are open until at least 2 a.m. and there is never a cover to see the great entertainment frequently performing. Take-out food is available.
(www.TheShannonRose.com)


About Doherty Enterprises, Inc.
Doherty Enterprises, Inc. was established in 1985 and is the 12th largest franchisee in the United States, operating four restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, and their own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates 97 restaurants in northern and central New Jersey, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Tri-State Area” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com)

In this workshop, conducted by Koby Benvenisti, Certified Personal and Professional life coach, you will learn how to eliminate self-sabotage and accelerate your progress toward your goals. Based on the work of Napoleon Hill, Koby reveals the six faculties that the most successful entrepreneurs throughout history have used to create success. When you learn how to apply these principles, you'll find new solutions to old problems, your challenges seem to get smaller, and you will realize that you are more driven and energetic to achieve your goals. According to Koby, most people are using only a fraction of the potential they have locked inside of themselves. This program teaches you how to tap into your potential so that life can be easier, more fulfilling, and a lot more fun.
$45
You can make a payment through online, please click on "Pay Online" tab under The Wellness Lounge.

Necessary Action Combat Concepts is the most complete self defense system offered in the area. The basis of the program is Pekiti-Tirsia Kali, a style specific to Filipino Martial Arts. It is strictly a combat-oriented system, as opposed to a sport-focused system. 

This program is not based on an empty hand concept, this is a real Blade Culture. Necessary Action is a self defense system that focuses on knife combat. It is open to Adult women and men.

Please give us a call if you have any questions, your life may depend on it! Classes are affordable and effective.

Women's Class - Wed 6:00-6:30pm

Open Class (Men&Women) Fri 9:30am & Sat 8:45am 

Every year individuals that either work or live in South Orange and Maplewood volunteer, contribute, donate to, and/or bake for the over 200 organizations just in our two towns let alone the others outside of town.  The Rotary Club of South Orange searches to honor those individuals who have volunteered above and beyond the service of their offices or businesses.  We understand what it takes to be committed to something other than work and want to acknowledge you for your contribution to our community.  This is your opportunity to contribute and honor the individuals that we have discovered this year.  Susan Rinaldi, Manager of the Maplewood Theater supports the Women's Club, the South Mountain YMCA, the Children's Emergency Medical Fund and the Jersey Animal Coalition through her tricky tray events and her use of her popcorn to feed volunteers when they work.  Irene Hunt and Ernestine Hunt Lizardi, the twins who have worked tirelessly with the church Ministries and Tele-Height Organization, Irene's Democratic District #11 leadership and they sing at various township functions.  Dr. Janine P. Buckner, a Psychologist at Seton Hall University, developed and maintains the Neighborhood Watch Program with the South Orange Police Department and currently is on the Board of the SO Middle School and advises on issues relating to Anti Bullying.  Alyssa Aronson most recognizable as she walks the streets of South Orange, talking to individuals about the Village and bring that knowledge to the SO Community Relations Committee, Transpiration Advisory and Cable TV Advisory Committees. She can be seen everywhere from SOPAC to Spa Lady to Village Hall.  Bruce Levitt and Shelley Slafkes both lawyers, Bruce is on the Board of the South Mountain YMCA and the Interfaith Hospitality Network. Shelley has served on the Board of Education, Family Connections and the Columbia High School Education Fund and is currently serving on the SO/M Community Collation on Race and the is co-chair of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance and Volunteer Fair, where the South Orange Rotary will be sponsoring a Blood Drive with the support of the Maplewood Rotary Club, the Interact/Leaders Club of M/SO a collaboration of teens from the YMCA and Rotary and the Seton Hall Rotaract Club on January 21 from 9:30-2 pm.

WINTER REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Winter Writing Workshops for Children & Adults

Classes in South Orange, Maplewood & Summit 
December 3 - February 9

New Workshops for Winter:

Creative Nonfiction 
with Lisa Romeo on Monday nights in Summit - Develop short and long forms of personal essay, memoir, literary journalism, travel, flash nonfiction, or other nonfiction narratives.

Screenwriting 
with Allie Dvorin - now on Monday nights in South Orange  - Learn structure, story beats, genres, the highs and lows of Hollywood and much more.

Where Do I Begin? 
with Jenn Walkup on Tuesday mornings in Maplewood and with Donna Baier-Stein on Monday nights in Summit - Release the writer within and develop those stories you always wanted to write.

Plus all our regular workshops:

For children:

• Storytellers Circle (K-2nd grade)
• Story Magic (3rd-5th grade)
• BeTween the Lines (5th-6th grade)
• For Boys Only! (3rd-5th grade)
• Out of this World! (4th-6th grade)
• Video OverLoad (middle/high school)
• Teen Writers Circle
• The Young Storymakers (by invitation only)

For adults:

• Adult Writers Circle
• Beginning Your Novel
• Children's Picture Books
• Continuing Your Novel 1
• Continuing Your Novel 2
• Creative Nonfiction - NEW!
• Screenwriting - NEW DAY!
• Short Story Writing
• Where Do I Begin? - NEW!
• Writing Your Life (Memoir Writing)
• Writing & Selling Your Memoir