Category Archives: Union County

The Mayors Against Illegal Guns Event in Cranford NJ

Posted on 01/13/2013 by Sharon Steele

                          The Mayors Against Illegal Guns Event in Cranford NJ                   It will probably pose an inconvenience to a number of people.  On Monday, January 14th, at 10:00 AM, a portion of Springfield Avenue will be closed, and will … Continue reading →

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“Pictures With Santa” at the Union PETCO on US 22E in Union, NJ

Posted on 12/02/2012 by Sharon Steele

 “Pictures With Santa” at the Union PETCO on US 22E in Union,NJ               It’s not always easy, or particularly appreciated, to bring your Great Dane into the mall, wearing his doggie sweater, to stand in line with small … Continue reading →

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“Paws For A Cause” 11/18/2012 at Oak Ridge Park in Clark NJ

Posted on 11/16/2012 by Sharon Steele

Paws For A Cause   11/18/2012   Bikathons, walkathons, we’ve seen and participated in them all, and they are all for a good cause.  Now there’s a way to include your best fuzzy friend in the charity work.  Leash up the … Continue reading →

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Hey NJ! Thank A Utility Worker!

Posted on 11/08/2012 by Sharon Steele

Thank A Utility Worker               A few hours without electricity or heat is annoying.  A day without it is terribly inconvenient.  A few days without it is frightening.  A week or more of it is absolutely life changing. Especially … Continue reading →

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NJ Police, Fire Department, and EMS Workers Rise to Sandy’s Challenge

Posted on 11/07/2012 by Sharon Steele

A Shout-Out To Local Firefighters and Police Officers Very few little kids say “I want to sit at a desk and do paperwork when I grow up!”  When asked, you can bet that a good number of them will tell … Continue reading →

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Attack of the Baseball Cards in Union NJ – Welcoming Those Without Power

Posted on 11/05/2012 by Sharon Steele

Attack of the Baseball Cards – Welcoming Those Without Power   So the kids are off from school yet again. Oy. It’s getting a little difficult to keep them entertained, especially if you have no power, and when it is … Continue reading →

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Harvest Festival at Mountainside NJ’s Trailside Nature and Science Center Sept 30th

Posted on 09/27/2012 by Sharon Steele

The Harvest Festival Are you missing summer, and feeling kind of bummed about the chill in the air?  Maybe a little perspective is needed.  The 31st annual Harvest Festival will be celebrated on September 30, 2012, rain or shine, at … Continue reading →

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Cranford NJ’s Feast of St. Michael September 27-30

Posted on 09/25/2012 by Sharon Steele

The Annual Feast of St. Michael               There’s nothing like the excited feeling of turning the corner in your familiar neighborhood, and coming upon the telltale sights, sounds, and smells of a carnival.   To the delight of neighborhood residents … Continue reading →

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Hayrides at Trailside Nature and Science Center in Mountainside NJ

Posted on 09/24/2012 by Sharon Steele

Hayrides and Family Fun at Trailside             Nothing says “Autumn” more than a hayride and a campfire!  The Union County Board of  Chosen Freeholders is sponsoring just that for all to enjoy, nearby at Trailside Nature andScience Center in Mountainside.  … Continue reading →

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Kenilworth NJ Firemen’s Carnival 2012

Posted on 08/21/2012 by Sharon Steele

Kenilworth Carnival 2012               Looking for something fun to do with the family that doesn’t involve a long car trip with lots of traffic?  The Kenilworth Volunteer Fire Department is holding its annual fund-raising carnival right now at St. … Continue reading →

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