Steel Magnolias, May 10, 11, 16, 17. Westfield Community Players presents STEEL MAGNOLIAS. In this comedy-drama, the local ladies meet each week for appointments at a Louisiana beauty salon. This lively group of friends with varying personalities enjoy looking forward to an upcoming wedding, but a change in health soon takes a loved one away. Friendships support and comfort as life moves on… STEEL MAGNOLIAS is known for its ability to evoke both laughter and tears, often simultaneously! Westfield Community Players, 1000 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ, 07090
Fanwood Performance Series presents acclaimed bluesrock guitarist Debra Devi and her band, plus an acoustic set by singer-songwriter Cassidy Rain on Saturday, May 10.. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., showtime 7 p.m. Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, cash at the door. Reservations strongly suggested! RSVP to fanwoodperformance@gmail.com. More details at fanwoodperformanceseries.org. Kuran Cultural Arts Center (‘the Carriage House’), 135 Watson Road just west of Martine Ave., next to Fanwood Borough Hall.
Pre-School Gathering. Meet and join other parents & their children (2.5 to 5-year-olds not yet eligible for Kindergarten) to learn about Shavuot, nosh and do a holiday -themed activity with Temple Sholom Family & friends at our monthly pre-school gathering. Don’t miss it! It’s the final class for this school year. Sunday, May 11, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Temple Sholom. https://www.sholomnj.org/form/ SHAVUOT.html
The Wednesday Morning Club. The public is invited on May 14 at 10 a.m. where the author, Robert Tevis will discuss his book on the Art of Negotiation. Also, on May 20, Deb Murphy of the Cranford Garden Club will help us to make a floral creation at 1 p.m. Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave., Cranford
Water Safety Event for Kids & Families at the Westfield Area YMCA, Sunday, May 18, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Free & Open to the Community! Learn exercises to help kids adjust to being in the water, discuss safety topics, and participate in activities that reinforce skills! Geared toward families with children ages 5 to 11, child and parent/guardian should come dressed for the water. Register (required) at www.westfieldynj.org/events WestifeldAreaYMCA, 220 Clark Street, Westfield.
Water Safety Event for Kids & Families at the Cranford YMCA, Friday, May 23, 1 to 1:45 p.m. Free & Open to the Community! Learn exercises to help kids adjust to being in the water, discuss safety topics, and participate in activities that reinforce skills! Geared toward families with children ages 5 to 11, child and parent/ guardian should come dressed for the water. Register (required) at westfieldynj.org/events CranfordYMCAIndoor Pool, 401 Centennial Avenue, Cranford.
Fanwood Performance Series presents Pete Muller & The Kindred Souls, blending folk, rock and soul, along with singer song writer Hope Dunbar on Saturday, June 14. Doors open 6:30 p.m., showtime 7 p.m. Admission $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, cash at the door. Reservations strongly suggested! RSVP to fanwoodperformance@gmail.com. More details at fanwoodperformanceseries.org. Kuran Cultural Arts Center (‘the Carriage House’), 135 Watson Road just west of Martine Ave., next to Fanwood Borough Hall.
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