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“Diversión Familiar Bajo las Estrellas” Se une al “National Night Out” el martes 4 de agosto en el Meisel Park con la Película “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day”

La Junta de Legisladores del Condado de Union y el Departamento de Parques y Recreación  continúan su presentación de “Family Fun and Flix” (Diversión Familiar al Aire Libre) – pero se une el próximo 4 de agosto a “Noche de Fiesta Nacional” en el Parque Meisel en Springfield con  con la película “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.”

Las actividades de la Noche de Fiesta Nacional es patrocinada por la tienda Target en la ciudad de Union en la Ruta 22 y comienza a las 6:00 p.m.y termina a las 8:00 p.m. Vengan y exploren las diferentes actividades para niños y jóvenes. La Oficina del Aguacil del Condado de Union estará presente para hacer huellas digitales a los niños y jóvenes también la Cruz Roja Americana, el Mago Will Shaw hará una presentación de magia y trucos para la diversion de todos.

Después de estas actividades, todos podrán disfrutar de la comedia familiar “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day,” que cuenta la historia de un niño de 12 años Alexander Cooper y su familia quienes se encuentran viviendo un terrible, horrible y desastroso día. Se les repartirá rositas de maiz/ palomitas gratis a todos los niños presentes.

“La diversión bajo las estrellas comienza al anochecer, pero se les pide que vengan temprano para que disfruten de las actividades antes de comenzar la película,” nos dice el Presidente de la Junta de Legisladores del Condado de Union Mohamed Jalloh. “Traigan sus sillas y acomódense para que disfruten de la función.”

Las próximas fechas y los parques donde se presentarán las películas este verano son:

  • Martes 11 de agosto, Parque Warinanco, Annie (Patrocinado por Investors Park)
  • Martes 18 de agosto, Parque Warinanco “Dolphin 2”

Todas las funciones comienzan al anochecer, si el tiempo lo permite. Para más información llamar al Departamento de Parques y Recreación al 908-527-4900, o visite la página www.ucnj.org. Para información en caso de lluvia llamar al 908-558-4079 después de las 3:00 p.m. el día de la función .

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Photos from our Hey Bulldog – Beatles Tribute concert

Photos from our Hey Bulldog – Beatles Tribute concert featured free UC-Get-Fit community yoga.  View more great upcoming events, sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders at www.ucnj.org/summer.

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Beat the Heat at Family Concert in Rahway on Friday, July 31

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Bring the entire family to rock out and beat the heat with two-time Grammy nominees Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could singing songs that celebrate children of all abilities.

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is proud to bring this sensory-friendly family concert to the stage at the fully air conditioned Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway with two live performances this Friday, July 31 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

All tickets can be purchased through the Union County Performing Arts Center at ucpac.org or by calling the Box Office at 732-499-8226.

 

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Good Vibrations Takes the Stage at Echo Lake Park Aug. 5

Union County, NJ — The Union County free Summer Arts Festival concert series continues on Wednesday evening, August 5, with Good Vibrations at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside. Family friendly pre-concert activities begin at 6:30 and the band hits the stage at 7:30.

“Come and enjoy a cool evening under the stars in the wide open spaces of Echo Lake Park, yoga with the experts, and great music, all with no charge,” Freeholder Chairman Mohamed S. Jalloh.

Summer Arts is a long running initiative of the Union County Freeholder Board, with the help of community sponsors. ConnectOne Bank is the sponsor for the Good Vibrations show.

More than just your typical tribute act, Good Vibrations celebrates the legacy and spirit of the legendary California icons by recreating the timeless music, youthful appearance and excitement of seeing the original Beach Boys lineup in their mid-1960s prime. This high energy production brings the days of sun, surf and cars vividly back to life.

Pack a picnic basket, bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music under the stars. Refreshments and snacks are also available from vendors.

The August 5 pre-concert activities feature UC Get Fit Yoga in the Park, a Union County Freeholder initiative. Satsang Yoga of Westfield will present a free community yoga class from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.  Bring a mat or beach towel and participate in healthy activities for the entire family before the music begins.

Concerts at Echo Lake take place in the field opposite the gazebo and water wheel, near the east end.  For a map of Echo Lake Park visit ucnj.org.

The Echo Lake Park shows are all sponsored by ConnectOne Bank. The shows are:

  • August 5 – Good Vibrations (tribute to The Beach Boys)
  • August 12 – American Rapture
  • August 19 – The Benjamins
  • August 26 – The Sensational Soul Cruisers

In case of inclement weather call the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation at (908) 558-4079 after 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert, or visit Union County online at ucnj.org.

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Family Fun & Flix Teams up with National Night Out August 4

“Family Fun & Flix” Teams up with “National Night Out” at Meisel Park in Springfield, August4, Featuring the Movie “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day”

SPRINGFIELD, NJ- The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Department of Parks and Recreation announce that the next evening of “Family Fun & Flix – the free summer entertainment and film series on Tuesday evenings – will team-up with National Night Out organizers on August 4 at Meisel Park, off Meisel Avenue in Springfield.

National Night Out activities, sponsored Target, Route 22 in Union Township, start at 6 p.m. and last until 8 p.m. Come out and explore emergency vehicles and check out games, activities, and demonstrations provided by the Union County Police and the Springfield Police Department. Union County Sheriff’s Officers will be on hand for fingerprinting, and there will be EMT Units and the American Red Cross.  Magician Will Shaw will be on hand performing magic tricks throughout the grounds.

Following the National Night Out activities, those in attendance can enjoy the family comedy “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day,”  which tells the story of 12 year old Alexander Cooper and his family who all find themselves living through their own terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Free popcorn will be given to all children in attendance for the movie courtesy of Performance Food Group.

“Family Fun and Flix begins at dusk, but come early to the park to enjoy free refreshments, activities and fun things for the kids to do, meet police and emergency personnel, and learn about safety and public awareness programs,” said Freeholder Chairman Mohamed S. Jalloh.  “Bring a blanket or beach chair to claim your spot on the lawn for a good view before the movie begins at sundown.”

This summer’s Family Fun and Flix will continue on Tuesday, August 11, returning to Warinanco Park in Elizabeth for the presentation of “Annie.” The series will conclude on August  18 with the showing of “Dolphin 2.”

Family Fun and Flix movies start at dusk, weather permitting. For more information, call the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-527-4900 or visit the Union County website: www.ucnj.org.  For program and rain information call 908-558-4079 after 3:30 p.m. the date of the show.

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Union County Brings Shakespeare’s Tale of Star-Crossed Lovers To Oak Ridge Park on Thursday, July 30

Union County's free Shakespeare in the Park tour featuring the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble performing “Romeo and Juliet” continues this week at Oak Ridge Park in Clark on Thursday, July 30 at 7:00 p.m. View full details at www.ucnj.org/shakespeare. The tour of “Romeo and Juliet” is sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
Union County’s free Shakespeare in the Park tour featuring the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble performing “Romeo and Juliet” continues this week at Oak Ridge Park in Clark on Thursday, July 30 at 7:00 p.m. View full details at www.ucnj.org/shakespeare. The tour of “Romeo and Juliet” is sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Union County, NJ – This week, the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is proud to bring the third performance in the free Shakespeare in the Park tour of ROMEO AND JULIET to Oak Ridge Park in Clark.

Pack a blanket or lawn chairs and head out to Oak Ridge Park this Thursday, July 30 at 7:00 p.m. to enjoy the most famous love story ever written, featuring The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble performing ROMEO AND JULIET. This performance is sponsored in part by Whole Food Market Clark, who will be at the park on Thursday with free healthy snacks and drinks for those who attend.

William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” has been a favorite of audiences for over 400 years.

“This summer’s tour of Romeo and Juliet in our parks provides an opportunity for residents of all ages to experience the most beloved playwright who ever lived,” said Freeholder Chairman Mohamed S. Jalloh.

R&J_ELP2In the hot summer streets of Verona, two idealistic teens discover love in a society consumed by senseless brutality. Filled with witty wordplay, lyric poetry, and flashy swordfights, “Romeo and Juliet” remains one of the most gripping and moving tragedies by William Shakespeare.

In the words of the Bard himself, “For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo.”

The final three performances in the Shakespeare in the Park tour of “Romeo and Juliet” are:

  • Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m. at Oak Ridge Park in Clark (This performance is sponsored in part by Whole Foods Market Clark.)
  • Monday, August 3 at 7 p.m. at Echo Lake Park, Mountainside
  • Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m. at Oak Ridge Park, Clark

For more information or for a complete listing of summer events visit ucnj.org.

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Trailside’s Summer Wednesday Matinee Series Bubbles Up Fun With Bubble Trouble August 5

Mountainside, NJ – Mark your calendars for the popular Wednesday Matinee Series at Trailside Nature & Science Center.   On August 5, BUBBLE TROUBLE, mixes comedy and music. Jeff Boyer, the featured entertainer, juggles, sculpts and builds with bubbles, some of which are fog-filled.   This family entertainment series begins at 1:30 p.m. each week and runs approximately 45 minutes.  All shows are recommended for children ages 4 and up.  Admission is $5.00 per person and tickets go on sale at 1:00 p.m.

“The Summer Wednesday Matinee Series at Trailside presents imaginative, interactive and educational shows which teach and entertain the whole family,” said Freeholder Chairman Mohamed S. Jalloh.

The 2015 Wednesday Matinee Series ends on August 12 with ABRACADABRA..ITS JOE FISCHER.  This show is a blend of magic, audience participation, comedy and excitement. 

For additional information about the Wednesday Matinee Series or other upcoming programs and special events, please call 908-789-3670 or visit us at www.ucnj.org/trailside.  Trailside Nature & Science is located at 452 New Providence Road in Mountainside and is a facility of the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation.

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Union County Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act

Union County Freeholder Chairman Mohamed S. Jalloh and Freeholders Vernell Wright, Bette Jane Kowalski and Sergio Granados present U.S. Senators Robert Menendez and Cory Booker with a resolution in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act during an event marking the anniversary with senior citizens from across Union County at the Union Township Senior Center. (Photos by Jim Lowney/County of Union)

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Elizabeth’s Peruvian Day Parade

Freeholder Angel Estrada and Freeholder Sergio Granados joined the festivities in Elizabeth which featured Folkloric Dance, Music and more. The parade was sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

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Mosquito Control Spraying Tonight 7-24-2015

Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for adult mosquitoes tonight between 7:30pm and 11:30pm. The spraying will be predicated on the weather conditions; rain and high winds will cancel the operation. The areas to be sprayed are as follows:

  • Berkeley Hts.- Kleine Blvd.
  • Linden-Tremeley Pt., Bradford Terrace, Lexington Ave., MarionSt.,
  • Mountainside– Fitness Trail/Mountainside pool area off Mountain Ave., Outlook Dr. West
  • New Providence-Gales Dr.
  • Plainfield-1st St.
  • Rahway-River Rd., Elizabeth Ave., Scott Ave., Donald Ave., Leesville Ave.,
  • Union– William St., Ostwood Terrace, Louisa St., Fairway Dr.
  • Westfield– Sherwood Parkway
  • Municipal Parks:
    • Westfield– Mindowskin Park
    • Plainfield– Joe Black Field
    • Linden– Memorial Park
  • County Parks:
    • Elizabeth– Warinanco Park
    • Mountainside– Echo Lake Park
    • Rahway– Rahway Park