The Library invites the public to come and commemorate the anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy by sharing readings and viewing films.
The day will begin and end with Commemorative Readings (9am-10am and 4pm-5pm; coffee and rolls served during the morning readings). Visitors may bring something to read aloud, choose from library selections, or come to listen.
All day long, the public is welcome to visit the Library's meeting room to view films and other words and images that commemorate the day.
Munchie's Grand Opening featuring music by Stereo One's Daddy Blue, Diggybrown and a live radio broadcast by Roadblock Radio from 3-6. Free giveaways, Jerk and Festival, and representatives from Trujuice and Grace/Kennedy as well. All ages welcome!
JCC MetroWest is planning two productions of "A Year with Frog and Toad" for actors in grades K-6. The show is a musical based on Arnold Lobel's beloved characters, the cheerful Frog and the grumpy Toad. The two friends go through a year of seasonal activities, learning about the nature of friendship and celebrating individual differences. There will be a participation fee to appear in the show.
"Mini Stars" in grades K-1 will audition for a "Best of" version of the show, to be performed on Sunday, Nov. 21 at 1pm. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 4pm-5pm.
"Kid Stars" in grades 2-6 will audition for the full play, to be performed on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7pm; Saturday, Nov. 20 at 7:30pm; and Sunday, Nov. 21 at 3pm. Rehearsals will be on Sundays from 1:00-5:00pm and one night a week (depending on role).
Children should come ready to sing any song a cappella, and be prepared to dance. Auditions will be scheduled as follows:
Mini Stars - Grades K-1
Tuesday, September 7 at 3:30-4:30pm
Sunday, September 12 at 12:30-1:30pm
Kid Stars - Grades 2-6
Tuesday, September 7 at 5:00-7:00pm
Sunday, September 12 at 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, Ross Family Campus, 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange.
JCC MetroWest is planning a production of the '70s Broadway hit musical "Pippin" for Grades 7-12. This hip and funny fractured fairy tale is full of upbeat pop tunes and dancing. There will be a participation fee to appear in the show. Performances will be at 8pm on Dec. 16 and Dec. 18, and at 3pm on Dec. 19.
Audition info: "Teen-Stars" should come ready to sing any song a cappella, and be prepared to dance.
Location: Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, Ross Family Campus, 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange.
If you're a stay-at-home mom or dad who's considering returning to work, but feel confused, alone and overwhelmed by the process, Coffee & Career Circles: Babies to Briefcases Group, are perfect for you!
Coffee & Career Circles are small facilitated groups of four (4) to six (6) adults who will meet to discuss topics and gain support and insight related to their journey from staying home to returning to work (other groups exist for career changers, those considering leaving the workforce and recent college grads – please call for more information). Typically, group members possess, at minimum, a bachelor's degree.
The process of returning to work can be overwhelming, especially for those who aren't sure about what they want to do; for those who do know, but don't know how to get there; or for who have been out of the workforce for a long period and feel 'out of the loop'. Experienced facilitators will take group members through a self-assessment process, discover how to work through barriers, unlock ideas, and begin a process to finding a career that is in alignment with their talents, interests and personal life.
Details
Groups will meet at local coffee shops for five (5) sessions, twice monthly, from 10:00 am to 11:15 am on Wednesday mornings. The first circle will begin Wednesday, September 22nd through Wednesday, October 20th. Group location will be given once you are registered and will vary.
We are offering a recession rate of $30.00/group session. We strongly encourage you to attend all five (5) sessions to maintain group cohesion and get the most out of it for yourself. Aren't you worth the investment?
Interested? Contact Ms. Andrea Garrido at 917.273.3864 or Ms. Jennifer Rodgers at 201.618.9014, or email: TurningLeafCareerConsulting@gmail.com
The Italian Cultural Club of Columbia High will hold its 18th Dinner Music Night fundraiser. The evening will be dedicated to the region of Sicily in Italy. The event will be catered by The Corner Shop Gourmet Deli of South Orange.
Advance sales only by Friday, October 15, 2010.
Contributions towards defraying the cost of the evening will be accepted:
Booster: $5.00; Sponsor: $10.00; Benefactor: $15.00
Checks payable to: Columbia High School
Send checks to: Columbia High School,
Att.: Mr. Domenico Tancredi
17 Parker Avenue
Maplewood, NJ 07040
FALL ART CLASSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.....
REGISTER TODAY!
Most classes begin the week of September 20. Classes for the whole family include jewelry, painting, ceramics, drawing, ballet, flamenco dancing, and much, much more. For a full listing of classes go to www.thebaird.org .
South Orange residents with a current ID get a $10 discount from listed fees!
All classes are taught by professionals in their field.
Materials fee, if required, are due the instructor the first day of class.
Runners, walkers and school age "fun runners" are welcome to join over 400 South Orange and Maplewood residents who will take part in the 8th Annual Newstead 5K road race on Sept. 25, 2010. The event benefits The Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood, formerly known as the South Orange-Maplewood Education Foundation (SOMEF), dedicated to sustaining high quality education in South Orange and Maplewood schools.
Pre-registration is $20 until Sept. 19 and then $25 up until race day. Registration is available at the Sneaker Factory, 308 Millburn Ave., Millburn; race day registration opens at 8am. Race results are certified by Compuscore, and this year's race is also eligible for 400 USATF-NJ Grand Prix points.
New sponsors (businesses and individuals) are also encouraged to support this community event at levels starting at $100.
For more information, visit www.newstead5k.com or www.somef.org, or call the Sneaker Factory at 973-376-0231.
Open Group Supervision
FALL ART CLASSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.....
REGISTER TODAY!
Most classes begin the week of September 20. Classes for the whole family include jewelry, painting, ceramics, drawing, ballet, flamenco dancing, and much, much more. Registration can be in person at The Baird or online. For a full listing of classes go to www.thebaird.org .
South Orange residents with a current ID get a $10 discount from listed fees!
All classes are taught by professionals in their field.
Materials fee, if required, are due the instructor the first day of class.
Register now for the 2010-2011 Dance School Year. Classes are filling quickly. Don't miss your chance to be part of the MPSD Dance Family.
Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics, Hip-Hop, Modern, Ethnic, Pre-School Combo Dance and special Boys Only & Adult Classes. Weekday evening or Saturday classes are available.
The Maria Priadka School of Dance, Inc. is committed to providing comprehensive technical training to children and adults in the art of dance. Our approach enables students to evolve into not only confident performers, but to develop their self-awareness and the ability to express themselves both emotionally and physically. At MPSD, students are taught that dance is an instrument of expression. It is a place to learn movement and enjoy physical, intellectual and social growth that will last a lifetime.
We invite you to join our dance family!
Register now for the 2010-2011 Dance School Year. Classes are filling quickly. Don't miss your chance to be part of the MPSD Dance Family.
Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics, Hip-Hop, Modern, Ethnic, Pre-School Combo Dance and special Boys Only & Adult Classes. Weekday evening or Saturday classes are available.
The Maria Priadka School of Dance, Inc. is committed to providing comprehensive technical training to children and adults in the art of dance. Our approach enables students to evolve into not only confident performers, but to develop their self-awareness and the ability to express themselves both emotionally and physically. At MPSD, students are taught that dance is an instrument of expression. It is a place to learn movement and enjoy physical, intellectual and social growth that will last a lifetime.
We invite you to join our dance family!
The Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation and JCC Metrowest together are organizing a donor recruitment drive to help Annie who is suffering from Acute Lymphoblastic leukemia. Testing involves a simple cheek swab, which is fast and painless. Suitable donors must be between the ages of 18 to 60 and must have general good health. For more information, call Caroline Goldstein at the number provided.
OLS School parents are invited to the gym at Our Lady of Sorrows School at 7:30pm on Thursday evening for "Welcome Back Night". The faculty and staff of the school will be introduced, and Caritas will give an overview of the various activities and fund raisers for the coming school year. Visit with your child's teacher in their classroom after the meeting has concluded. Refreshments will be provided.
OLS families are invited to the OLS School Gym for the annual Back to School Social. Meet new families and get reacquainted with old friends. Class Parents, Scout Leaders, Caritas board members, and many others will be available to answer any questions you might have about the coming school year. Enjoy Bunny's pizza, a live DJ, games, and other entertainment!
Meet the Author at the Seton Hall University Bookstore! Come and see Professor Anthony DePalma as he discusses his new book "City of Dust: Illness, Arrogance and 9/11" Go to http://www.anthonydepalma.com/seton-hall-bookstore
Tickets are currently on sale for SOPAC Members. Not a member? Join today!
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Monday, September 13 at 12noon.
Tickets
$68, $55, $42
South Orange native Max Weinberg returns to SOPAC to open Season 5 with the Max Weinberg Big Band.
Building upon his 17 years as the leader of what the Washington Post called, "the best band in late night television," the Max Weinberg Big Band is a bold, swinging 15-piece aggregation that continues the traditions established by Weinberg's musical heroes—among whom, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Doc Severinsen and Maynard Ferguson lead the pack.
Millions also know Weinberg from his now 36-year career performing and recording with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. Weinberg has also kept himself busy for nearly four decades performing with the likes of Paul McCartney, Sting, Tom Jones, Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Bono of U2, Levon Helm and the Band, and countless more music icons.
Tickets are currently on sale for SOPAC Members. Not a member? Join today!
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Monday, September 13 at 12noon.
Tickets
$68, $55, $42
"Mann has a lustrous voice that catches the light like a diamond."
-Guardian UK
From her days with influential new-wave band Til Tuesday to her acclaimed solo work, Mann has been recognized as one of the foremost contemporary singer-songwriters for nearly 30 years. Known for her clever, literate, and dryly witty takes on emotional sabotage and self-destruction, Mann is a songwriter of unparalleled vision.
Tickets are currently on sale for SOPAC Members. Not a member? Join today!
Tickets go on sale to the general public on Monday, September 13 at 12noon.
Dance, Family
Tickets
3PM - $35, $25
7PM - $45, $35
The Dance Theater of Harlem Ensemble is a professional troupe of sixteen young dancers trained at the Dance Theater of Harlem. The school was founded in 1969 by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook, with the goal of bringing awareness of the ballet and the arts to children in the community. The Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble embarks on its 2010–2011 national tour, offering diverse audiences their unique yet classic brand of dance.
The ensemble's presentation will center on the art of ballet, but will include a variety of dance forms. Acclaimed for revolutionizing the non-minority casting of ballet, Dance Theater of Harlem also brought this classic art form to the inner cities sparking the dreams of underprivileged communities through the United States. The beautiful dancing and exquisite grace of this group of talented young dancers will captivate audiences. Through the Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble, all members of the audience, regardless of familiarity with dancing, will gain new knowledge and appreciate for the art of dance.
Official website of the Dance Theatre of Harlem
