The Roseland Rotary, The Roseland Jr. Woman’s Club and the Roseland Recreation Booster Association, Inc. are co-sponsoring this year's Roseland Country Fair. The Fair will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2011 from 11 am to 5 pm on the Roseland Country Fair Grounds at the corner of Roseland and Harrison Avenues.
The rain date is Sunday, June 12th, 2011.
Welcome to State Fair at the Meadowlands Fairgrounds – New Jersey’s Most GI-Normous Event! As New Jersey’s best value in family-friendly entertainment, we invite you to join us for our 25th Anniversary for 17 days full of action-packed fun for the entire family. The Fair will run daily from June 24 through July 10 featuring plenty of FREE new and returning entertainment with dazzling performers, delicious food, thrilling rides, games, exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights.
Free Entertainment is actually FREE with your admission Ticket. There are live shows throughout each day. This year’s free entertainment includes Batcopter Aerial Stunt Show, Racing Pigs, Hypnotist Steve Bayner, Festival of Magic, and Petting Zoo.
Hours
Mon – Thu: 6pm to 12am (Mon, Jul 4: 2pm to 2am)
Fri: 6pm to 2am
Sat: 2pm to 2am
Sun: 2pm to 12am
Parking
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: FREE
Thursday Thru Sunday: $4.00
June 24 - Opening Night: $1.00
Gate Admission - All Tickets Include Free Live Entertainment. Children less than 34 inches tall are admitted free but must have a ticket to ride
Weekdays: Monday through Thursday
Persons 13 & Older - $7.00
Children 12 and Under and Senior Citizens - $5.00
Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays
Persons 13 & Older - $9.00
Children 12 & Under and Senior Citizens - $6.00
Stroller/Wheelchair Rental - Daily rental of strollers and wheelchairs are available at the Main Entrance to the fairgrounds. Costs are approximate.
Stroller - $8.00; Pull Wagon - $15.00; Push Wheelchair - $12.00; Motorized Scooter - $50.00
In addition to our everyday FAIR deals, the following pricing is available at the Fairgrounds:
Carnival Rides -- Tickets may be purchased at Ticket Boxes on the Main Midway and on the Carnival Midway
$1.00 for a single ticket (carnival rides use 3 to 5 tickets/person/ride)
$50 for 56 tickets (11% discount over single ticket price)
Unlimited Ride Hand Stamps are Also Available for purchase (admission is additional).
Mondays – Thursdays = $17.99/person
Fridays = $19.99/person
Saturdays/Sundays/Holidays = $24.99/person
Live Animal Rides (Ponies, Elephant & Camel) -- Tickets may be purchased at the Petting Zoo Ticket Box - $5.00/person per ride. Unlimited Ride Hand Stamps are NOT valid.
Special Attractions -- Tickets may be purchased at the Attraction’s Ticket Box. Unlimited Ride Hand Stamps are NOT valid.
Freak Shows & Sideshows from $1.00 to $4.00
Bumper Boat Rides estimated at $4.00/person per ride
** Alcohol is NOT served at the Fair; nor, are you are not allowed to bring your own.
AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! 2011 lineup promises to be the most memorable yet given the diverse and daring talent on the roster, and it’s hitting markets all across North America with 45 dates confirmed. The top 11 comprising the tour—Casey Abrams, Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Scotty McCreery, Stefano Langone, and Thia Megia —are primed and pumped to give fans a night of unique and unforgettable performances.
Come Out Early and Celebrate Our Nation’s Birthday at the Fair. Enjoy All the Rides & Attractions Along with Great FREE Entertainment Including the Fair’s Spectacular Evening Fireworks.
Gates Opens at 2 PM
Gate Admission is $9/Adult, $6/Child, Children Under 34” Admitted Free
URH Pricing is $24.99/Adult or Child
All gate admission includes FREE LIVE entertainment shows
This Wednesday is so wacky we are going to call it Cheap Cheap Night. Cheap Cheap Night will be $3 for admission and $15 for our Unlimited Ride Handstamp. Cheap Cheap night offers cheap cheap games, cheap cheap rides, and cheap cheap food.
Allows Fair Patrons to Ride All Rides From Open To Close (Excludes Live Animal Rides & Some Special Attractions)
Gates Opens at 6 PM
Gate Admission is $3/Adult, $3/Child, Children Under 34” Admitted Free
URH Pricing is $15.00/Adult or Child (Admission Additional)
All gate admission includes FREE LIVE entertainment shows
This anniversary liturgy will be celebrated by Archbishop John J. Myers in the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. It is our desire that every couple in the Archdiocese deserving of such recognition be present at the liturgy and witness the strength and stability of Christian marriage in today’s society.
To register or for more information, call the Cathedral Office at 973-484-4600
The June 5th Concert will be held to raise funds for the PTW Scholarship Fund and for this very special performing arts school while enjoying a wonderful evening of songs with friends old and new. The evening will conclude with a post-performance reception and include a delightful assortment of savories, sweets, and libation. PTW families and friends will have a rare opportunity to experience the wonderful talents of the faculty and student alumni.
The PTW Scholarship Fund is a non-profit corporation established to provide financial assistance to students who otherwise would not be able to attend classes at Performer Theatre Workshop.
The South Orange Public Library is offering a FREE computer class on June 27th at 10am. Drop in (no registration required) and learn a few new skills!
The South Orange Public Library is hosting a discussion group on Thursday, June 30th at 1pm. The speaker will be David Baker, professor of English at Rutgers University, and the topic is "Shakespeare: Page and Stage".
Free and open to the public!
The South Orange Public Library is hosting a discussion group on June 16th at 1pm. The speaker will be Maria Concilio, beekeeper, and the topic "Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Honeybees and More"
Free and open to the public!
The South Orange Library will host a discussion group on Thursday, June 2nd at 2pm. The speaker will be historian and South Orange Patch's own editor, Marcia Worth, speaking on "Next to Newark: Italian and Irish in South Orange".
The South Orange Public Library will host Banjo Music with Dusty and Lucky on Thursday, June 9th at 10am.
Free and open to the public!
Livingston Public Library and Metro YMCA of the Oranges will host “You Can Take Control: A Diabetes Prevention Program” at the Library on Wednesday, June 8th. The program is specifically for adults who are at high risk for developing type-2 diabetes. It will be offered twice, at 12:30 PM, and again in the evening at 7:30 PM.
The program is free and reservations are not required.
There will also be a display of books on prediabetes and diabetes from the Library’s collection: sourcebooks, diet and exercise, cookbooks, and personal stories. All of these books and hundreds of titles from other libraries may be borrowed with a Livingston Library card.
For more information about the program, contact Jennifer Shukaitis at 973-758-9622, ext. 107, or call the library, 973-992-4600.
Best know for his top 40's hit "Salt in My Tears" in the early 80's, Briley is one of the most prominent writers in America, he has received orchestral commissions, and has written songs for such artists as Celine Dion, *NSYNC, Dream, Michael Bolton, Kenny Loggins, Pat Benatar, Jessica Andrews, 5-Star, Jeff Healey, Rebecca St. James, Nana Mouskouri, Willy Nile, Gregg Allman and Barry Manilow, to name a few. Following Martin, our very own John Williams with his newest band Shakey Ground!
The West Essex YMCA is offering a “Swim Safety Week” FREE & Open to Non-members June 20th-24th (before camp starts!) YES – Summer fun is right around the corner and if water safety is one of your concerns - this is the perfect opportunity!
We’re offering 5, 30-minute swim lessons during the week of June 20-24th. Ages: 3-5 and 6-10, nonswimmers and beginners are all welcome! All children must register by June 15, 2011. Space is limited, register early!
For more information, contact Kim Byrne, Aquatic Director, at (973) 992-7500 x108, kbyrne@metroymcas.org or log on to our website: http://www.westessexymca.org!
The Grove United Methodist Youth Choir from West Chester, PA will present a concert of Contemporary Christian, Sacred Classical & World Music at Morrow on June 18, 2011, at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.
1978 presents the year’s best work by the students in the CHS film and animation program. Free and open to the public.
There will be a free screening of the film "M" by Fritz Lang, followed by discussion. Open to the public.
Whether you are a seasoned poet or are just dipping your toes in the water, come to this new group for artistic support, feedback on your works in progress, and creative camaraderie. Free and open to the public.
The Stories in Motion Studio brings together the joy of movement, dance making and storytelling in a unique and exciting program for ages 4-8.
Free, but advance registration is required by calling 973-762-1560.
