County of Union
Union County Freeholder Angel G. Estrada presents a resolution to Crystal Williams (R), a graduate of Union County Vocational-Technical School’s Academy for Allied Health Sciences, congratulating her on receiving the 2010 New Jersey Association of Counties Foundation and Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation Partners for Educational Excellence Scholarship. They are joined by Sheila Wegryn, Principal of Union County Vocational-Technical School Academy for Allied Health Science.
Elizabeth-Every holiday season for more than a decade, Union County Sheriff’s Officers have set up their “Tree of Hope” in the courthouse seeking donations of toys and clothing for needy children throughout the county. Each year the response has been overwhelming.
The “Tree of Hope” was first planted in 1997 when officers approached Sheriff Ralph Froehlich and related troubling stories of children who were going to experience a less than happy holiday season. The children the officers encountered were homeless or living in shelters, were victims of domestic violence or medically fragile. Their parents or guardians did not have the financial ability to provide holiday gifts.
Every year since the Sheriff and the “Tree of Hope” committee have erected a tree in the Union County Courthouse featuring paper ornaments. Volunteers make the ornaments and write a particular gift on each one.
“These caring officers do a tremendous job in helping these children,” Sheriff Froehlich said. “Even during tough economic and personal times, it is important not to forget those kids who are less fortunate.”
Monetary donations to help provide additional gifts are also being sought.
Contributions of money (tax-deductible), toys and clothing can be sent to: Union County Sheriff’s Officers Tree of Hope, Union County Courthouse, 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, N.J., 07207. For more information, call the “Tree of Hope” hotline at 908-629-2158.
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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Department of Parks and Community Renewal are pleased to present the 27th annual Holiday Nature Craft Show at Trailside Nature and Science Center on Sunday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The craft show is being held in conjunction with the Union County Menorah and Tree Lighting Celebration. Admission is an item of dry or canned food or a new, unwrapped toy to be distributed through local charities.
With a large selection of handcrafted items, you will certainly be able to check some names off your list at the Holiday Nature Craft Show at Trailside. More than 40 vendors will be selling handcrafted items such as natural wreaths, ornaments, handmade gift baskets and hand-painted or stenciled home décor. Crafters and artisans will also offer unique children’s toys, jewelry, stained glass and gift items with wildlife, gardening and nature themes. Light refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day.
Children will be able to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus from noon to 4:30 p.m. in the Trailside auditorium. Free children’s coloring and face painting offered on the upper level of the Visitor Center will keep the little ones entertained. The day will culminate at 4:45 p.m. with the Union County Menorah and Tree Lighting.
“While shopping at the Nature Craft Show for unique, one-of-a kind gifts for friends and family, visitors will be treated to a festive afternoon of activities,” said Freeholder Vice Chairwoman Deborah Scanlon. “Adding to the holiday atmosphere, carolers will entice visitors to join them in sing-alongs and decorated trees will be displayed throughout the Visitors Center. Trees are decorated by staff from various County departments and all trees, ornaments and gift cards collected will be distributed to Union County families in need.”
Visitors are encouraged to stop by each tree and then cast a vote for their favorite tree. The Department of Parks and Community Renewal would like to offer a special thank you to the ShopRite of Clark for their generous donation of candy canes and assorted items for this holiday event and charity drive.
For additional information about the Holiday Nature Craft Show please call Trailside at 908-789-3670 or go towww.ucnj.org/trailside. Trailside Nature and Science Center is located at 452 New Providence Road in Mountainside and is a service of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
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ELIZABETH, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce that the 2010 Teen Arts Traveling Exhibit is on display at the Freeholders Gallery, on the 6th floor of the Union County Administration Building in Elizabeth, from now through December 22, during regular weekday office hours.
The exhibit consists of 55 pieces of art selected from more than 700 visual art works shown at the 2010 Union County Teen Arts Festival held in March at Union County College in Cranford. The annual event is administered by the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs in the Department of Parks and Community Renewal.
“Each year I am amazed by the exceptional artwork submitted by the students,” said Freeholder Chairman Daniel P. Sullivan. “I encourage everyone to get out and see this fun, lively exhibit as it goes on tour throughout Union County.”
For information about the Teen Arts program, contact the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs at 633 Pearl Street, Elizabeth 07202; telephone (908) 558-2550. NJ Relay service users should call 711 or email culturalinfo@ucnj.org
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The Volunteers Guild of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County at 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights will feature the merchandise of The Glove Lady on Thursday, December 16th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The sale will be held in the facility’s multi-purpose room.
The public is invited to attend RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital product sales. A percentage of all purchases made at these sales is credited to the Volunteers Guild. Funds raised are used to enrich the lives of residents and patients by obtaining items that may include prizes for bingo games and paying for entertainment. The Guild, which makes vendor sales possible, also sponsors a holiday party/gift distribution in cooperation with the Berkeley Heights Lions Club.
“Get good values while you support the residents and patients at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital when you shop at RUNNELLS Volunteers Guild sales,” stated Union County Freeholder Mohamed S. Jalloh, liaison to RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital.
The Volunteers Guild and the Office of Volunteer Services of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital are always interested in recruiting volunteers. Flexible hours and a variety of opportunities exist with resident contact as well as performing other tasks. Anyone who would like further information should call the Office of Volunteer Services at 908-771-5847.
The Volunteers Guild of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County at 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights will feature the merchandise of The Glove Lady on Thursday, December 16th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The sale will be held in the facility’s multi-purpose room.
The public is invited to attend RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital product sales. A percentage of all purchases made at these sales is credited to the Volunteers Guild. Funds raised are used to enrich the lives of residents and patients by obtaining items that may include prizes for bingo games and paying for entertainment. The Guild, which makes vendor sales possible, also sponsors a holiday party/gift distribution in cooperation with the Berkeley Heights Lions Club.
“Get good values while you support the residents and patients at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital when you shop at RUNNELLS Volunteers Guild sales,” stated Union County Freeholder Mohamed S. Jalloh, liaison to RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital.
The Volunteers Guild and the Office of Volunteer Services of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital are always interested in recruiting volunteers. Flexible hours and a variety of opportunities exist with resident contact as well as performing other tasks. Anyone who would like further information should call the Office of Volunteer Services at 908-771-5847.
Union County Freeholder Angel G. Estrada (left) presents a resolution to (from left) Andy, Charles Sr. and Ed Maffey of Maffey’s Security Group in Elizabeth congratulating the family on celebrating the 100th anniversary of their business. (Photo by Jim Lowney/County of Union)
Attention caregivers, do you feel tired? Are you overwhelmed and stressed? Caring for a loved one can bring on those feelings. You are not alone. Become a part of the Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Family Support Group at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County in Berkeley Heights. Get together with others who share your difficulties and receive the reassurance as well as the knowledge that is found in a support group.
The group’s meetings, which are open to the public, are held in Room C318 on the third floor at RUNNELLS on the third Thursday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m. The meetings, facilitated by Liz Carabuena, L.S.W., a RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital licensed social worker, are free of charge for all attendees.
“If you are a caregiver, meet with others in similar situations,” said Union County Freeholder Mohamed S. Jalloh, Freeholder liaison to RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital. The Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Family Support Group at RUNNELLS shares information on dementia related diseases and available resources, researches updates, discusses practical care techniques and presents new ways to cope on a day-to-day basis. An especially important part of the meeting is the time set aside for participants to discuss the frustrations they feel in caring for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.”
RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County sponsors the meetings in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater New Jersey Chapter, an organization whose mission is to enhance care and support for individuals, their families and caregivers, and to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research.
The Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Family Support Group at RUNNELLS’ schedule for the remainder of 2010 is – November 18 and December 16.
The Support Group schedule for 2011 is:
January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17 and December 15.
RUNNELLS, Central New Jersey’s premier provider of care for individuals with dementia, also provides long-term, short-term, post acute, palliative and respite care in their nursing care center.
The facility is located at 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights. Anyone who would like further information on this wheelchair accessible program or if you would like to attend, call 908-771-5828.
Early bird shoppers take note…RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County will be having a super pre-holiday sale sponsored by The Volunteers Guild of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital on Thursday, December 2nd featuring toys, novelty items and gifts and designer-like handbags. The sale will run from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the facility’s multi-purpose room at 40 Watchung Way in Berkeley Heights.
“You can avoid the holiday mall crowds and enjoy a great selection while you support the residents and patients at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital,” noted Union County Freeholder Mohamed S. Jalloh, liaison to RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital.
The public is invited to attend RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital product sales. A percentage of all purchases made at these sales is credited to the Volunteers Guild.
Funds raised are used to enrich the lives of residents and patients by obtaining items that may include prizes for bingo games and paying for entertainment. The Guild, which makes vendor sales possible, also sponsors a holiday party/gift distribution in cooperation with the Berkeley Heights Lions Club.
As you start your holiday shopping think about giving the gift of yourself to help others as well. The Volunteers Guild and the Office of Volunteer Services of RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital are always interested in recruiting volunteers. Flexible hours and a variety of opportunities exist with resident contact as well as performing other tasks. Anyone who would like further information should call the Office of Volunteer Services at 908-771-5847.
Union County Freeholder Alexander Mirabella (left) and Union County Sheriff Ralph Froehlich unveil the sign at the new Union County Sheriff Firearms Training Facility in Springfield. The newly constructed 50-yard firing range compliments the current range and will serve Union County law enforcement agencies as well as many municipal police departments. The Firearms Training Facility is dedicated to retired Elizabeth Police Chief Gene Mirabella who was a marksman. (Photo by Jim Lowney/County of Union)