The Collection - May 2015 Edition

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In The SchoolsSponsored by the Suburban Chambers of Commerce Foundation

The Summit Educational Foundation -- recently funded a grant at Lincoln Hubbard Elementary School for materials to promote repeated reading experiences in order to build fluent readers. These materials are in the form of big books, readers’ theater scripts, and read-alongs which produce highly engaging reading experiences. The selected materials will be used for repeated readings in both whole group and small group settings in the second grade classrooms.

Students love the big books. Some of the book titles are: From Caterpillar to Butterfly, The Color of Us, The Rainbow Fish, Silly Sally, If the Dinosaurs Came Back, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, and In the Small, Small Pond. Students choose to read the big books with one another during Friday Fun Time and play school. Together they simulate some of the activities we do while reading the big books during shared reading. Ms. Abigail Emerson adds that “Watching students “play” these reading games during Friday Fun Time speaks to how much they enjoy the shared reading activities. Not only do they enjoy shared reading with the big books, but they are also becoming stronger, more fluent readers.”

“Chrysanthemum, written by Kevin Henkes is a story I always read to my second graders at the beginning of the year because it emphasizes the importance of kindness and acceptance,” explains Emerson. “This year, I shared the story with my students using the big book format, which created a completely different experience. Not only did my students enjoy the huge illustrations, but they also loved the larger print, because it was easier for them to chime in as we reread the story. Throughout the year, I have used the big book version of Chrysanthemum to teach my readers how to decode multisyllabic words, scoop words to read fluently, and use context clues to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words. “I like the big books, because it kind of helps us read smoothly,” agrees second grader, Indiya Weinmann.

The listening center is a place in Emerson’s classroom where four students are invited at a time to listen and follow along to books on CD. Some titles in the Readers’ Theater Script Box for grades 1-2 are: The Country Mouse and the

City Mouse, The Fox and the Stork, The Hall of Holidays and The Drum. Mackenzie Matter, a student of Emerson’s, elaborates by saying, “The listening center helps me as a reader because they read really well on the CDs so it helps me to learn better voices.”

Kent Place School recently welcomed Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Jack Jacobs. Col. Jacobs received America’s highest award for valor in action, saving the lives of one U.S. adviser and 13 allied soldiers during his first tour in Vietnam was interviewed on the stage at the school’s Hyde and Watson Theatre.

Over the course of more than 20 years of service, Col. Jacobs also earned three Bronze Stars and two Silver Stars. Col. Jacobs currently serves as an analyst for NBC and MSNBC.

The evening began with short videos, describing the significance of the Medal of Honor and the sacrifices men and women

make to protect our country. Servicemen and women in attendance were also invited to stand, and the audience applauded them for their service. Then, Col. Jacobs was introduced and invited on stage to be interviewed by Robert F. Jerome, a retired representative from the Medal of Honor Foundation and Medal of Honor Society.

“We were thrilled to have such an esteemed leader join us for an evening at KPS,” stated Head of School Sue Bosland. “His shared insights into the meaning of valor and bravery inspired us all.”

This event was made possible by Kent Place parent Christopher Cook, managing director, Bank of America Merrill Lynch.

Colonel Jack Jacobs being interviewed at Kent Place School

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Congressional Medal Of Honor Recipient Colonel Jack Jacobs Visits Kent Place School


Ben Mookler (pictured) is bringing Jersey Pilot’s Baseball back to the Snyder Avenue Park in Berkeley Heights again this year. This is a semi-pro team made up of local college stars that will play on Thursday’s and Sunday’s. Here’s this year’s home schedule.

Jersey Pilots Return to Berkeley Heights!

Date Time Visitor Stadium

06/03/15 6:30 PM North Jersey Snyder Ave Park06/07/15 6:30 PM Staten Island Snyder Ave Park06/10/15 6:30 PM Trenton Snyder Ave Park06/14/15 4:30 PM Lehigh Valley Snyder Ave Park06/14/15 6:30 PM Lehigh Valley Snyder Ave Park06/17/15 6:30 PM North Jersey Snyder Ave Park06/24/15 6:30 PM Trenton Snyder Ave Park06/28/15 4:30 PM Quakertown Snyder Ave Park06/28/15 6:30 PM Quakertown Snyder Ave Park07/01/15 6:30 PM Staten Island Snyder Ave Park07/05/15 4:30 PM South Jersey Snyder Ave Park07/05/15 6:30 PM South Jersey Snyder Ave Park07/08/15 6:30 PM North Jersey Snyder Ave Park07/10/15 6:30 PM Staten Island Snyder Ave Park07/15/15 6:30 PM Trenton Snyder Ave Park07/19/15 4:30 PM Allentown Snyder Ave Park07/19/15 6:30 PM Allentown Snyder Ave Park07/22/15 6:30 PM Trenton Snyder Ave Park07/26/15 6:30 PM Staten Island Snyder Ave Park07/29/15 6:30 PM North Jersey Snyder Ave Park




Recently a number of local public officials helped out with the SAGE Meals on Wheels program. On a daily basis, SAGE volunteers deliver meals and check in on approximately 120 older residents in parts of

Union, Essex, and Morris Counties. For more information on the program, call 908.273.5554 or visit www.sageeldercare.org.

Thanks to Mayor Ellen Dickson of Summit, Mayor Robert Woodward of Berkeley Heights, Summit Councilman Al Dill, Senator Tom Kean Jr., Mountainside Councilman Glen Mortimer and Union County Freeholder Sergio Grandos among others, who participated!

M ayor Ellen Dickson

welcomed Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno to Summit at Wells Fargo Bank’s Headquarters on River Road to start recognize the efforts of the employers of New Jersey who are in the forefront of the effort to employ returning veterans. Wells Fargo currently has over 7,000 veterans among its work force and has pledged to raise that number to over 20,000 by 2020.


Accents Dancewear has opened in Berkeley Heights in Berkeley Square at 258 Springfield Ave. They carry a full line of Dance Wear, Gymnastics Wear & Girl’s Swim Wear. Accents Dancewear has been serving the local Dance & Gymnastics community for over 10 years from their former New Providence location. Accents specializes in fitting Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop & Pointe Shoes*.

At their May 9th Grand Opening there will be Hourly events, activities and prizes. The Kantor’s cater to the needs of the local Dance, Gymnastic and Fitness Studios as well as School & Community Theater Productions. They are now located at Berkeley Square (Next to the Primrose School) in Berkeley Heights, NJ, with easy, ample parking.

GRANDOPENING

CELEBRATION



In The CommunitySponsored by the Suburban Chambers of Commerce Foundation

Every day you can read in various media about the problems of income inequality. The Student / Partner Alliance, based in Summit is making a difference in this area. To date S/PA has helped over 1750 low-income Newark area teens receive a college preparatory high school education through a combination of scholarships and mentoring.

Since 1993 they have been asking area adults to help mentor nearby students. With mentors to encourage students towards success in their academic goals, teens dramatically increase their chance of graduating from high school and attending college. Student / Partner Alliance can match you with a motivated student, and then provide mentor training and fun events to bring you and your student together on a regular basis.

The S/PA Board Member and mentors are residents of Summit and surrounding towns. For more information about the S/PA program, contact Marianne Busby, Director of Marketing at 908-522-0405.

Alliance Wants You To Be A Mentor….

S/PA President and Summit resident, Emmett Daly with his mentee, a student at Marist High School, Bayonne

S/PA students from Christ the King Preparatory School, Newark

On a recent Saturday evening the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey raised more than $160,000 during a live and silent auction to benefit the Art Center’s mission of bringing art and people together. The auctions’ fund a need component generated major support for several arts education programs including: the Art Center’s new scholarship program, Arts Immersion & Mentorship Program (AIM) which will benefit young, economically challenged children in the area; an arts program for students of Kenmare High School & The York Street Project; and Sage Eldercare will now be able to run a summer long arts program. Auction items also featured a selection of more than 60 contemporary art works by national and international artists.

Visual Arts Center Weekend Fund Raiser Success!

Pictured are For Art’s Sake 2015 Co-Chairs: Betse Gump, Kelly Deere, Elisa Zachary and Jill Klieger. (Photo by: Kristin Maizenaski).


The Junior League of Summit (JLS) is pleased to announce that plans are underway for the renovation of their thriving Thrift Shop, located at 37 DeForest Avenue in Summit. The Thrift Shop was established in 1934 and offers new and gently used clothing and shoes for men, women and children, toys, decorative items for the home, house wares and furniture that is deeply discounted. All of the items sold are donated by JLS members and the local community. It is the primary fundraiser for the Junior League of Summit and has provided the resources for the JLS’s many grants, projects, programs and scholarships over the years. Since its inception, the Thrift Shop has raised over $3,000,000 to benefit Summit and surrounding communities.

Renovation plans include a new electrical, HVAC and sprinkler system, in addition to a general spruce up of the interior of the building. Construction is estimated to start in May and a satellite Thrift Shop is planned for during the project, location to be announced. “We are excited to renovate the house that built the League,” said JLS president Jolie Steppe. “The success of our Thrift Shop has allowed us to give back so much to the community, so in honor of our 85th anniversary we are thrilled to make the renovations needed to keep it going successfully for the next 85 years.” The Junior League of Summit, a 501(c)(3) organization, welcomes financial

donations from the community to support the renovation project. Checks can be sent to 37 DeForest Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 or you may donate by credit card at www.jlsummit.org. For more information about the Junior League of Summit, contact their office at 908-273-7349.

Junior League of SummitAnnounces Thrift ShopRenovation


Business Briefs

There’s been lots of activity within the business communityHere’s just a sample….

The Business Community Around the Towns

The recent tour of Liberty Moving and Storage revealed that they are much more than just a moving company. Facility and document management are now key services that they provide.

Cary Hardy, Managing Partner at Bourne Noll and Kenyon was one of our six award winners at the Suburban Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner.

Chamber Vice Chair Dr. Pat Smith (Smith Chiropractic) presented a special check from the Berkeley Heights 5K Charity Road Race to Homes for Good Dog Rescue, brining the total raised at the Liberty Moving and Storage Business After Hours to over $1,000, as all donations were matched by Liberty!

Rick Wolffe, TSP Capital Management Group Senior Portfolio Manager, and chair of the Suburban Chamber and Summit Elks Club Super Friday Auction presented a check to each organization for their chairity projects totaling just over $9,500!


Summit Girls’ Night Out is back by popular demand! Come to downtown Summit on Thursday, May 14, from 5-9PM for an evening dedicated to ‘girls’ of all ages.

Be sure to pre-register to reserve your goodie bag and be entered into a drawing for some awesome prizes, compliments of our downtown merchants. Go to summitdowntown.org to register! Start your evening off at the Welcome Center, located on the corner of Beechwood Road and Bank Street. Enjoy some complimentary samples from our downtown restaurants, pick up your goodie bag, and find out if you’ve won a door prize. Please note that Please note: the Welcome Center will close at 7PM this year.

Browse through shops downtown, many of whom will be offering special deals. Be serenaded by strolling musicians while enjoying dinner at one of the many outdoor cafes or stop at one of the performance venues to enjoy music performances by local musicians and dance groups. Night of the Living

Funk, an exciting band founded by Summit natives Jon and Chris Lijoi, will be performing from 6:30-8:30PM at Promenade Park. Not to worry, Ed, everyone’s favorite caricaturist, will be back to memorialize your fun evening with friends.

The Summit YMCA will be holding Kids’ Night Out again this year. While you’re enjoying a fun night out in Summit, you can be sure your children will be having fun in a safe environment. Kids Night Out includes games, face painting, open gym and crafts all for free. Babysitting begins at 4:30PM. To sign your child up, contact Sue Fieseler by emailing [email protected] or by calling 908-273-3330, extension 1167.

Make sure to mark your calendars! This will be Summit’s only Girls’ Night Out this year. If you have any questions, please contact the Summit Downtown, Inc. office by calling 908-277-6100 or by emailing [email protected].



May 30th will see thousands of small yellow rubber ducks floating down the Passaic River in Berkeley Heights when the twelfth annual Rubber Ducky Festival is held.

Sponsored by the Berkeley Heights Rotary Club, the festival is a family-oriented afternoon of fun, food, and music featuring a selection of local bands, a Car Show, the Rubber Ducky Race, games, water balloons, a Moonwalk and Dunk Tank, and more!

Here’s how it works: Each duck is “adopted” for $5, and then all are launched in the Passaic River where they “race” to the finish line at Passaic River Park off Springfield Avenue. The “parents” of the duck that crosses the finish line first receive prizes donated by local businesses. This year’s first place prize is a $250.00 Berkeley Heights gift certificate.

The funds raised go to support various

organizations, including the YMCA in Berkeley Heights and the Berkeley Heights Summer Concert Series, as well as scholarships for high school seniors.

The Festival opens at noon on May 31 (rain or shine) and the games and fun last until 4 PM. There is no entrance fee. Food by Pete’s Place at Yogoccino will keep stomachs happy. Live music will keep everyone entertained throughout the afternoon. The Car Show will run until 3 PM when the trophies are awarded, and the actual Rubber Ducky Race will go from 3 until 4, with the winners’ prizes announced at approximately 4 PM.

Rubber ducks can be “adopted” at the Festival.

For more information, call 908-565-1132 or visit www.bhrubberducky.org.

See you at the Festival!

THE RUBBER DUCKY RACE RETURNS!


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May/June CALENDAR

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Monday, May 04Summer Camp Registration at The Connection Begins June 23-Aug 15, offering weekly sessions for boys and girls ages 3 and up. Full Day/Half Day. Extended hours. www.TheConnectionOnline.org

Time: 7:30am to 4:30pm June 29 thru August 21

Website: www.theconnectiononline.org/

Location: 79 Maple St. Summit 908-273-4242

Contact: Michelle Stelluto Camp Director 908-273-4242

Email: [email protected]

Fees/Admission: Camps range from $240 for a week of half day to $435 for a week of all day camp. Travel Camp ranges from $115-$160 per day

Tuesday, May 05KinderQuest Registration at The Connection Begins Kindergarten Wrap-Around Program for the 2015-16 school year at Wilson Primary Center in Summit run by The Connection. Extended care available until 6pm in our AfterSchool programs. www.TheConnectionOnline.org

Time: 8:15am-12:20pm for morning KinderQuest or 11:20-3:15 for afternoon KinderQuest

Website: www.theconnectiononline.org/programs-by- interest/kinderquest-afterschool.html

Location: Wilson Primary Center, 14 Beekman Terrace, Summit, NJ

Contact: Susan Siberine, Director of Enrichment Programs at The Connection, 908-273-4242


Fees/Admission: KinderQuest monthly fees ranges from

$420 3days/wk to $560 5days/wk

Depression and Anxiety As We AgeWhile common among older adults, depression and anxiety often remain untreated and undetected. Matthew Barnas, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist, will discuss the prevalence of depression and anxiety among older adults, the signs and symptoms, prevention, as well as treatment options. 10:00 am ? 11:00 am, SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit. To register for this free program, please call 908.598.5548.

Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Website: www.sageeldercare.org

Location: SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit, NJ

Contact: 908.598.5548


Fees/Admission: Free and open to the public

Wednesday, May 06How Miller Trusts Can Help YouAttorney Robert Murray, Goldberg Law Group, will be speaking about the recently implemented use of Qualified Income Trusts (Miller Trusts) which allow individuals with an income above the NJ Medical Income Cap to receive Medicaid benefits at home or at an assisted living facility. 5:30 pm ? 7:00 pm, SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit. To register for this free program, please call 908.598.5548.

Time: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm



Contact: 908.598.5548



Friday, May 08Open Stage at the Minstrel Free parking; wheelchair accessible.Time: 8:00 pm

Website: www.folkproject.org

Location: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship 21 Normandy Heights Road Morristown, NJ 07960

Contact: 973-335-9489 www.folkproject.org


Fees/Admission: Adults $9; children 12 and under free

Open Stage at the Minstrel Free parking; wheelchair accessible.

Time: 8:00 pm

Website: www.folkproject.org





Saturday, May 09South Orange Symphony ConcertThe South Orange Symphony concludes its 66th season with conductor Susan Haig of Summit, presenting music by Debussy, Franck, Glazunov, and Walton on Saturday, May 9 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be held in Sterling Hall at South Orange Middle School, 70 North Ridgewood Road, South Orange, NJ. For more information, contact [email protected] , call 973 376 6349, check the South Orange Symphony Facebook page or our new website: www.sosymphony.org This concert is free of charge and made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts administered through Essex County.

Time: 7:30 pmWebsite: www.sosymphony.orgLocation: South Orange Middle School, 70 N Ridgewood Road, South OrangeContact: innes borstel 973 763 4939Email: [email protected]

Fees/Admission: free

Wednesday, May 12Diagnosed with Dementia -- Now What?If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with dementia, you probably feel overwhelmed, stressed, and looking for answers to many questions. Deanna Butters, SAGE?s Director of Spend-A-Day, will discuss what to do after diagnosis, ways to manage stress, and what your next steps should be. 6:00 pm ? 7:30 pm, SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit. To register for this free program, please call 908.598.5548.

Time: 6:00 pm -- 7:30 pm



Contact: 908.598.5548



Friday, May 15Celtic Harp and Guitar at the MinstrelMaire Ni Chathasaigh & Chris Newman headline tonight. The Wee Doggies, a bluegrass trio, opens. Free parking; wheelchair accessible.

Time: 8:00 pm



Date/Time Details: Friday, May 15, 2015


Saturday, May 16New Eyes for the Needy Thrift ShopNew Eyes for the Needy’s Fabulous Finds Thrift Shop will have a special Saturday Sale on May 16, from 10am-1pm, and will be open on Thursdays, from 1pm-3pm, at 549 Millburn Ave., Short Hills. Find that perfect chunky necklace, an attractive watch, an eye-catching vintage pin, new designer sunglasses and beautiful silver or china, at bargain prices. And help those in need. 100% of the proceeds of our sales go to fund eyeglasses for the needy in the U.S. New inventory every week!

Time: 10:00am-1:00pm

Website: www.new-eyes.org

Location: 549 Millburn Ave., Short Hills, NJ

Contact: Sally Golding 973-376-4088


Washington School Country FairWashington Elementary School in Summit, NJ announces the date for its annual Country Fair: May 16, 2015. The beloved tradition is open to the community from Summit and the surrounding areas from 11am to 3pm. Featuring a variety of indoor and outdoor games, including bounce houses and a petting zoo, crafts, piñatas, a cake walk, and more, as well as the opportunity to win dozens of great prizes at the Silent and Tin Can Auctions, the Washington School Country Fair promises fun for kids of all ages.

Time: 11am - 3pm

Location: Washington Elementary School 507 Morris Avenue, Summit

Contact: Elizabeth Valdes


Fees/Admission: Free admission; tickets available for purchase

for bounce houses, games, etc.

Swingin’ Tern Contra DancesDon Flaherty calls the contras tonight. Off’n Ensemble plays the music. Beginners’ workshop at 7:30 pm. No partner necessary. Please carry in clean soft-soled shoes for dancing. Listeners welcome; admission applies.Time: 8:00 pmWebsite: www.folkproject.orgLocation: First Presbyterian Church Parish House 14 Hanover Road East Hanover, NJ 07936Contact: 973-295-6864Email: [email protected]

Fees/Admission: Adults $10; students $5

Plant Sale at Reeves-Reed ArboretumReeves-Reed Arboretum, a veritable museum of plants and trees, is opening up its gardens for a plant sale featuring woody specimens, plants and perennials grown here at the Arboretum, as well as select offerings of rare and unusual extras provided by carefully chosen vendors. The general public will be invited to come by on Saturday, May 16, from 9 am to 2 pm. The Arboretum’s horticultural team, headed by Horticulture Director Marc Montefusco and Lead Horticulturist Julieanne Frascinella, will be on hand to answer any gardening questions and to make planting recommendations. All proceeds from the plant sale will go towards the Arboretum’s budget for grounds maintenance and improvements.

Time: 9am-2pm

Website: www.reeves-reedarboretum.org

Location: Reeves-Reed Arboretum 165 Hobart Avenue Summit, NJ 07901

Contact: Doreen Schindler



Sunday, May 17

A Jersey Surgeon’s Civil War: Life and Death on the Ironclad Monitor

Upon graduation from the College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, Edgar Holden entered the Union Navy as a medical officer during the Civil War. He witnessed the Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack (Virginia) and was present at other engagements. Later he became a prominent Newark physician. His summer residence was at 55 Southern Blvd. in Chatham Township. Speaker Sandra Moss is a retired internist and has a master’s degree in the history of medicine from Rutgers University. Sandra will lecture on Edgar Holden and on her refections about 19th century medicine and the medical history of New Jersey.

Time: 2pm to 4pm

Website: www.chathamtownshiphistoricalsociety.org

Location: Chatham Township Municipal Building

58 Meyersville Rd., Chatham Township, NJ

Contact: Chatham Township Historical Society

973-635-491


Fees/Admission: Admission is free

FREE Retro Step Workout at The ConnectionBenita Perkins will lead this heart pumping upper and lower body flashback workout.Registration required. Open to all. www.TheConnectionOnline.org

Time: 3:15 to 4:45 pm

Website: www.theconnectiononline.org

Location: The Connection 79 Maple St. Summit

Contact: The Connection 908-273-4242


Fees/Admission: FREE

Monday, May 25Watercolor Exhibit at Reeves-Reed Arboretum ClosesReeves-Reed Arboretum announces its first are exhibition of the 2015 season - LEAF-STONE-WATER, watercolors by Marc Montefusco, the Arboretum’s Director of Horticulture. The exhibition is at Wisner House Gallery from April 7-May 25. There is an artist reception on Friday evening, May 8, 6-8pm, to correspond with National Public Gardens Day. The artist will donate 30% of all art sales to the Arboretum.

Time: During business hours

Website: www.reeves-reedarboretum.org

Location: Reeves-Reed Arboretum Wisner House Gallery 165 Hobart Road Summit, NJ 07901

Contact: Doreen Schindler 908-273-8787, x1010


Fees/Admission: Free

Wednesday, May 27Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar

Deanna Butters, SAGE?s Director of Spend-A-Day, will teach a full-day class designed to give an edge in successfully providing care for people with dementia in a variety of settings. This seminar for professionals and caregivers will outline diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, communication, and many other topics related to dementia care. 8:00 am ? 4:30 pm, SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit. To register for this free program, please call 908.598.5548.

Time: 8:00 am -- 4:30 pm



Contact: 908.598.5548


Fees/Admission: $180

Thursday, May 28Medicare Open HouseDo you have questions about Medicare? Are you overwhelmed by all of the different plans and options? Join us for this presentation, led by Elyse Drucker, SHIP of Union County Coordinator. SHIP counselors will also be available to answer personal Medicare-related questions. 11:00 am ? 12:30 pm, SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad Street, Summit. To register or obtain more information, please call 908.598.5548.

Time: 11:00 am --12:00 pm



Contact: 908.598.5548



Friday, May 29

Brother Sun at the MinstrelDiane Perry opens. Free parking; wheelchair accessible.

Time: 8:00 pm




Luau Night at The ConnectionParents-enjoy a Friday date night, Kids see a movie, play fun games inside and out, have a pizza dinner and more! Boys and Girls ages 4+. Registration is required but membership is not. Members register online at TheConnectionOnline.org, nonmembers register in person at or by calling 908-273-4242.

Time: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Website: www.theconnectiononline.org

Location: The Connection, 79 Maple Street, Summit

Contact: Mattie Azurmendi, Youth Program Director, 908-273-4242


Fees/Admission: $25 per child

Sunday, May 31Tot Trot 2015The 37th annual Tot Trot presented by Summit Junior Fortnightly Club to benefit The Valerie Fund is a day of family fun for charity. It takes place at Memorial Field in Summit, NJ and includes a petting zoo, games of all kinds, refreshments, and more, culminating in the children?s “Fun Run” race for ages 2-10.

Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Website: www.sjfclub.org

Location: Memorial Field, 5 Myrtle Ave., Summit, NJ 07901

Contact: For more information about the event go to sjfclub.org, like Tot Trot or Summit Junior Fortnightly Club on Facebook.


Fees/Admission: Pre-registration for the fun run is $15 per child and includes a medal, t-shirt and goody bag. No admission fee required for general attendance but activities do require tickets which can be purchased at the event.

Friday, June, 1Suburban C of C First Friday Networking BreakfastJoin us for breakfast networking and guest speakers

Time: Friday Mornings 8 AM registration

Website: www.suburbanchambers.org

Location: The Grand Summit Hotel 570 Springfield Ave., Summit, NJ 07901 Contact: Karen Hadley


Fees/Admission: “$20 Members $40 “”Soon to Be”” Members”

Saturday, June 2ACL Injury Prevention for Female AthletesFor parents and athletes: Dr. Steve Kocaj from the Summit Medical Group and Vince Gabriele from Gabriele Fitness & Performance are hosting a free seminar about ACL injury prevention. You’ll learn why girls are more likely to suffer this injury, the risk factors for injury, and how you can prepare for your season to prevent getting hurt.

Time: 8-9pm

Website: www.gabrielefitness.com/acl2015

Location: Gabriele Fitness & Performance, 20 Locust Ave. Berkeley Heights

Contact: Call 908-464-4441 or visit www.gabrielefitness.com/acl2015


Fees/Admission: Free and open to all

Sunday, June 3College Summer League Baseball returns to Berkeley Heights This is the fourth year the Jersey Pilots are playing in Berkeley Heights. There are chances to win gift certificates at the game. For further information call: 908-464-8042 or e-mail: [email protected].

Date/Time Details: Wed., & Sun., Jun & July (except June 21st). opening day: June 3, 6:30pm. Ends 7/29/15

Website: www.acbl-online.com then click on Jersey Pilots

Location: 216 Snyder Avenue (Snyder Park Field) Berkeley Heights

Contact: Ben Smookler: 908-464-8042


Fees/Admission: Admission is free and donations are gratefully accepted.

Monday, June 4Cocktails & Canvas: Stunning Still Lives Join the Art Center for an evening of painting and wine. No previous painting experience needed! A faculty art instructor will guide you step by step in creating your very own masterpiece. Wine and light snacks will be served. 7 pm - 9 pm. $50 per session, all materials included. Register online at www.artcenternj.org/cocktails. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, 68 Elm Street, Summit. Call 908-273-9121 or visit www.artcenternj.org.

Time: 7:00 pm

Website: www.artcenternj.org

Location: 68 Elm Street, Summit.

Contact: 908-273-9121 or visit www.artcenternj.org


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Fees/Admission: $50

Saturday, June 13The Arc of Union County’s 7th Annual Wine & Cheese Tasting

The Arc of Union County’s 7th Annual Wine & Cheese Tasting

Time: 4-7 pm

Website: www.events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/

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Location: Liberty Hall Museum, Kean University,

1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ

Contact: Stephanie D’Souza


Fees/Admission: $45.00

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Thursday, June 18English as a Second Language 8 Week Session Ends

ESL classes taught by certified teacher Beginner, Intermediate and Conversational levels

Time: Beginner: Monday & Tuesday 10am-11am Intermediate Monday & Tuesday 11am-12pm Conversational 7:00-8:15pm

Website: www.thesay.org

Location: Summit YMCA 67 Maple St. Summit NJ 07901

Contact: Lisa Meyers 908-273-3330 x1186


Fees/Admission: Beginner & Intermediate $50 / 8 week session Conversational FREE

June 22 - August 30Super Senior Wednesdays All area Senior Citizens (62 and older) are invited to use the YMCA facilities and take specific classes every Wednesdays this summer for free. Please contact the member services desk for details 908-273-3330

Time: 5:00am-10pm


Location: Summit Area YMCA 67 Maple St. Summit, NJ 07901



Fees/Admission: FREE

June 24 - August 26Duplicate Bridge Duplicate Bridge at the Summit YMCA experienced players

Time: 12:30-3:00pm


Location: Summit Area YMCA 67 Maple St. Summit NJ 07901



Fees/Admission: Free for members $7/week for nonmembers

Friday, June 26Marylou Hillyer Members Show & Sale 2015

Join the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey on Friday, June 26 for the Opening Reception of the

Members Show & Sale. This annual exhibition features the artwork of up to 200 of our talented artist

members, and remains on view through August 30, 2015. Participation in the Members Show & Sale

is open to all current adult members. Entry deadline is May 22, 2015.

Time: 6-8 pm

Website: www.artcenternj.org

Location: 68 Elm Street, Summit.

Contact: Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, Call 908-273-9121 or visit www.artcenternj.org.


Fridays, June 26 - August 28Summer Mah Jongg

Come play Mah Jongg this summer experienced players

Time: 12:30-3:00pm


Location: Summit Area YMCA 67 Maple St. Summit, NJ 07901



Fees/Admission: Free for members $10 for summer session

for nonmembers

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1-800-GOT-JUNK? (201) 865-5865Accent Printing Solutions (908) 277-3000Accents Dancewear (908) 508-1860Adams Fine Clothing For Men (908) 665-0800AG Electrical Contractors Inc. (732) 548-3995AJA Worldwide Logistics LLC (973) 218-2522All-Area Taxi Company (908) 209-1717Allsopp Chadler Insurance (908) 608-1700Ana H. Galindo Agency, LLC. (908) 464-0090Allstate NJ Insurance - The Heights Agency (908) 464-4500Ape4, Inc. (551) 998-5160bari studio summit (908) 219-4120Basking Ridge Country Club (908) 766-8200 ext 2Bassett Associates (908) 277-1176Bedrosian’s (908) 464-1480Benessere (908) 277 4080Berkeley Aquatic Club (908) 464-0574Berkeley Cleaners (908) 464-9859Berkeley Heights Board of Education (908) 464-1718Berkeley Heights YMCA (908) 464-8373Township of Berkeley Heights (908) 464-2700Berkshire Hathaway Home Services (908) 273-0400Beyond Delicious Cafe & Catering (908) 263-7168Blow In Blow Out (973) 902-3497Bollinger Insurance (973) 467-0444Bottle & Bottega (908) 376-6440Bouras Properties, LLC (908) 277-2103Bourne, Noll & Kenyon (908) 277-2200The Broadway Diner (908) 273-4353Capital One Home Loans (908) 219-4467Cartridge World (908) 771-9696Center for Professional Psychology (908) 273-3971Central Dental Care of Summit (908) 273-4688CET Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. (908) 665-2180Chan’s Alternative Risk Transfer Ideas (973) 921-8010Chemetall US, Inc. (908) 464-6900Chyten (973) 564-5220Classic Construction Service (908) 273-5252Coldwell Banker (908) 522-1800Coldwell Banker Commercial Feist & Feist Realty Corp. (908) 696-1500Colonial Appliance & Electronics Inc. (908) 665-1212Comcast Spotlight (732) 281-8170Communications Marketing Solutions (888) 220-4618Connection for Women and Families, The (908) 273-4242ConnectOne Bank - Berkeley Heights (908) 771-5588ConnectOne Bank = Summit (908) 598-0077The Connell Company (908) 673-3700Cove Carpet One Floor & Home (908) 273-0220Creative Speech Solutions (908) 598-0228Creative Wallcoverings & Interiors, Ltd. (908) 665-7997CrossFit 908 (908) 516-2299Crossfit Veracity (973) 348-9457Cucina Bottega (908) 608-0222Davies Insurance Management (908) 363-4433DeBary Inn, The (908) 277-0005DeFabio Chiropractic & Sports Rehab LLC (908) 771-0220Dempsey, Dempsey & Sheehan (908) 277-0388DERCO, INC. (908) 464-3000Dolores Croneberger (908) 464-5200Donna Donaldson Home (908) 277-0400Don-Tre Professional Driving School, Inc (973) 376-8118Door Boy (908) 464-1440Dorlen, Dr. Rosalind S. (908) 522-1444Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre (908) 514-9654DW Labs, Inc. (973) 449 3921

Edible Arrangements of Summit (908) 273-0100Elements Therapeutic Massage- New Providence (908) 464-1860Elle Coiffures (908) 273-1143eMedical Urgent Care (908) 464-6700Joseph Episcopo & Son’s Inc. (908) 277-0286Esperanza Salon & Spa (908) 598-1000European Wax Center, Berkeley Heights (908) 665-2600exhale Summit (908) 206-1102Eye Level Learning Center (908) 516-2039Family Promise (908) 273-1100Femmebot Clothing (908) 263-7981Firestone (908) 464-6220First Energy (973) 401-8497Fisher & Phillips (908) 516-1050Frasco Chiropractic Center (908) 771-0707Gabriele Fitness and Performance (908) 464-4441Gateway Center for Counseling and Recovery LLC (908) 665-1000Gearhart Law (908) 273-0700Gelormini’s Automotive Service (908) 464-6500General Plumbing Supply (800) CALL-GPSGenualdi Orthodontic Associates (908) 273-7450George’s Appliance Service (908) 665-1717Get In Shape For Women (908) 277-3799Glassworks, LLC (908) 277-4242Goodman’s Deli (908) 898-0900Graham Relf (908) 273-1790The Grand Summit Hotel (908) 273-3000Graver Water Systems, LLC (908) 516-1400Green Mesa Consulting (646) 630-0776Harbour Bridge Wealth Management Advisors (973) 788-1966Haven Savings Bank (201) 659-3600Haven Savings Bank (908) 790-0770Healing the Children New Jersey (973) 949-5034Henry’s Fine Jewelry (908) 273-3777Hilltop Limo (908) 222-6595Hoboken Farms (908) 598-7204Hometown Doc, LLC (908) 376-6550Hulafrog Summit-Basking Ridge (973) 524-2775IDB Bank (973) 379-8699inlingua Language Center (908) 522-0622Investors Bank - Berkeley Heights (908) 464-0860Investors Bank - New Providence (908) 286-1075Investors Bank - Summit (908) 273-8150Jeanne Marie Mirabella, LPC (908) 247-5477Jones Lang LaSalle (973) 404-1500Junior League of Summit (908) 273-7349Katz, Michael A, (908) 273-7827Kayla’s Creative Art Studio, LLC (201) 230-0651KCM Contracting (908) 273-4447Keller Williams Realty (908) 273-2991Kirusa, Inc. (908) 464-5566Kitchen Expressions (908) 273-4442Klas Electrical Contractors, Inc. (973) 635-1009Lantern Hill, an Erickson Living Community (908) 516-9136Lassus Wherley & Associates, P.C. (908) 464-0102The Lewis-Chester Group (908) 273-6100Libase’ Salon & Spa (908) 771-0800Liberty Tax Service (908) 898-0888L’Imagerie Consulting Co LLC (908) 967-7545Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper (908) 273-1212Linde Group (908) 771-1512Liss Pharmacy, Copy and Print, Homecare and Music Center (908) 277-0399Lois Schneider Realtor (908) 277-1398Manhattan Bagel (908) 516-2641Maplecrest Ford Lincoln (908) 964-7700

Marco Polo Restaurant & Tavern (908) 277-4492MarketPlace Interior Designs, Linda Kitson-Pacilio Allied ASID (908) 273-9381Massage Envy Spa - Berkeley Heights (908) 464-0070Maximize Wellness Counseling and Coaching (908) 337-3710Maybury Douglas Associate T/A Dunkin’ Donuts (908) 879-5878McGrath’s Hardware (908) 665-0711Melissa Lowver, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (973) 635-3274Mendham Capital Management (973) 543-6670Merck (908) 298-4000The Trinkoff Wattick Group at Merrill Lynch (908) 522-3322MICHAELIAN & KOHLBERG (908) 522-1004Mind Body Wellness Center (908) 522-1861Momentum Place (917) 991-7196Monk’s Home Improvements (973) 635-7900Morgan Stanley (973) 912-7769Moya Solutions Inc (908) 516-0007Nandos Jewelers (908) 918-0010Natale’s Summit Bakery (908) 277-2074New Providence Board of Education (908) 464-9050New Providence Chiropractic (908) 665-1818Borough of New Providence (908) 665-1400Nicholas A Giuditta, Attorney at Law (908) 232-0099NJ Arts News (908) 273-8699NJ Advance Media (973) 829-5130NJN Publishing (908) 464-1025Noke and Heard, LLP, CPA’s (908) 277-4145North Jersey Media Group (973) 921-6457Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child (908) 522-8118O’Gorman & Young, Inc G.R. Murray (973) 635-1800Olam Americas, Inc (908) 988-1920Oratory School of Summit, NJ (908) 273-7563Organization Resources LLC (908) 598-2532Ortho Care, Brace, Limb, Shoes & Mastectomy Boutique (908) 232-9910Otterstedt Insurance Agency (908) 273-2422Overlook Medical Center (908) 522-2000Paolo’s Kitchen, LLC (908) 219-4166Paras and Paras (908) 277-2963Passaic Valley Coaches (973) 635-2374Passion for Spices (908) 380-0644Patch (617) 676-7581Pathways Care Solutions, LLC (973) 539-6688Peapack-Gladstone Bank (908) 273-2890PetAgree Pet Sitter (201) 357-7387Pfaltz & Woller, PA (908) 273-1974PhotoOp (908) 277-4000Point View Wealth Management, Inc. (908) 598-1717Primrose School of Berkeley Heights (908) 418-6225Privado Hair Salon (908) 273-2111Professional Appraisal Associates (908) 273-2412ProTect Painters of Summit, Madison and Millburn (908) 358-4782PuroClean Restoration Services (908) 577-9120R.Seelaus & Co Inc (908) 507-5614Reeves-Reed Arboretum (908) 273-8787Responsible Computer Solutions (800) 727-1483revitaRUGS (201) 336-9715Ricciardi Brothers (908) 277-4440Richard V. Carney Electrical Contractors, Inc. (908) 277-6961The Richland-Knowles Agency (908) 273-7100Robinwood Kitchens Inc. (908) 665-5900Roosters Men’s Grooming Center (908) 516-2974Rosen Group Architecture | Design (908) 273-6565SAGE Eldercare (908) 273-5550Sami’s Land & Sea (908) 464-6644Schroth and Lorenson Jewelers (908) 273-1676Second Time Around (908) 608-1028

Simplyoga Institute (908) 410-9642Skin Deep Salon and Spa (908) 508-1800Smith Chiropractic (908) 464-8899Smythe Volvo Inc. (908) 273-4200Sofi’s Color Lounge in Summit (908) 598-9000Sport Clips (908) 988-4477State Farm Insurance- Glisel Jimenez (908) 277-4099Stessl & Neugebauer Inc (908) 277-3340Suburban Chambers of Commerce (908) 522-1700Suburban Eye Institute Optometrists (908) 464-0123Summit Area YMCA (908) 273-3330Summit Board of Education (908) 273-3025Summit Concrete Technology LLC (908) 499-8538Summit Eye & Optical (908) 918-0377Summit Frame & Art, Inc. (908) 273-8665Summit Hearing Aid Center (908) 277-6886Summit Medical Group, PA (908) 273-4300Summit Oaks Hospital (908) 522-7071Summit Ski and Sport (908) 277-4170Summit Smiles (908) 737-1313The City of Summit (908) 273-6400Super Kids Child Care/Learning Center (908) 598-8383TAP Into LLC (908) 279-0303Tapestrie (908) 277-2779Taylor Rental Center (908) 464-9111TD Bank - Berkeley Heights (908) 790-9605TD Bank - Summit (908) 598-0943Tekinova Software Inc. (973) 486-0675The American Yoga Academy (973) 731-9960The ARC of Union County (973) 315-0000The Bar Method (908) 522.1550The Liberty Group (908) 964-8390The Meat House (908) 228-5960The Office Beer Bar & Grill (908) 522-0550The Pipes of Christmas (917) 584-4180The Relocation Exchange (908) 277-1803The Savvy Parent (973) 868-7536The Summit Playhouse (908) 273-2192The Woodhouse Spa - Summit (908) 608-1120Tide Dry Cleaners (201) 803-5987TJ Painting Co. (973) 635-8300TLC Computer Services (877) 926-8852TSP Capital Management Group (908) 273-2105Two River Community Bank (908) 918-1511Union County College (908) 709-7501United Way of Greater Union County (908) 353-7171Valentine & Co Plumbing llc (908) 350-3941Vicki Popp Salon (908) 967-6492W.D. Virtue Tile Co. (908) 273-6936Vista Health System, LLC (908) 598-0101Visual Arts Center of New Jersey (908) 273-9121Walgreens (908) 277-2092Wave Dispersion Technologies (908) 233-7503Wealth Shield Financial, LLC (908) 500-1668Weichert, Realtors (908) 277-1200Wellness Studio M (908) 578-7841Wells Fargo (908) 598-3065Wells Fargo Home Mortgage (866) 612-1864Wesketch Architecture, Inc. (908) 647-8200Winberie’s Restaurant and Bar (908) 277-4224Window Tailors (908) 464-0644Woodward Properties, REALTORS (908) 598-0155Yogoccino (908) 771-9300Zadie’s Nurturing Den (908) 277-8584


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