Garwood Library Events. September 2, 9. 16, and 23 at 3:15 PM- CODE FORWARDoffers middle school students the opportunity to learn computer programming languages such as Java, Python, and more. September 10 from 10 am to Noon – Union County Division of Aging Staff will be on hand to assist seniors (age 60+) or their caregivers with information on services, such as meal delivery, respite care, adult day care and support services for caregivers. September 15 – Book Club at 1 pm – Join us for a lively discussion of James by Percival Everett. No registration required. September 17 and 24 at 1 pm – Adult Game Day Socialize with other while playing Rummikub, Sorry, Uno, or cards. No registration required. Limit 12. September 18, 25 and October 2 and 9, Coding with Unruly Splats Unruly Splats transforms coding into an active engaging experience where kids stomp jump and play their way to learning essential STEM skills. Registration is required limit 10, For children in 2nd grade through 5th grade. For more information and to register for programs, visit www.https://garwoodpl.org, call 908-789-1670 or email garwoodlibrary@garwood.org.
Singers Invited to Join Choral Art Society of NJ for Open Rehearsals on Tuesdays, September 9 and September 16. Experienced choral singers of all levels are invited to attend open rehearsals for Choral Arts Society of NJ’s first concert of the 2025/2026 season. Rehearsals begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall Chapel of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield. New singers are encouraged to arrive at 7 p.m. to meet Music Director Seth Velez and current choir members. The January concert, The Cohort, will explore the interpersonal and artistic connections of many of the great 20th Century English choral composers. It will feature works for full chorus, women’s chorus and a chamber ensemble. Open rehearsals are an opportunity to learn more about this welcoming group, meet current members, and consider joining. If you can sing, you should sing with us! No formal auditions are conducted. For more information, visit www.casofnj.org.
Hebrew School Open House, It’s not too late to enroll your child in Hebrew School for the fall. Join us at Temple Sholom in Scotch Plains on Sunday, September 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. to find out more. RSVP to us at office@sholomnj.org. Temple Sholom of Scotch Plains, 1925 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains.
Fanwood Concerts. Live music returns to Fanwood’s Carriage House on Saturday, September 13 with a doublebill featuring singer-songwriter Brooke Annibale and soulful rockers Sarah Hodd & The Drive. The show starts at 7 p.m. in the cozy listening room of the Kuran Cultural Arts Center (a.k.a. the Carriage House), at 135 Watson Road, just west of Martine Avenue on the grounds of Fanwood Borough Hall. The suggested donation for admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors – cash at the door.
Enhancing Your High Holy Days: The Major Concepts, Prayers and Rituals of the High Holy Days led by Rabbi Paul Kerbel, Rabbi, Temple Beth El, Mekor Chayim of Cranford. An online class September 11 and 18, 7:30 to 9 p. m. Register at introjudaismNJ.com or email rabbi@tbemc.org
HOPE Fest 2025, Deutscher of Clark (787 Featherbed Lane, Clark, NJ 07066), Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by and benefiting The Center for Hope Hospice & Palliative Care. Join us at the Deutscher Club of Clark for an unforgettable night of comedy, live music, dinner & door prizes…starring NEW JERSEY’S BAD BOY OF COMEDY…the one and only Mike Marino! Plus, live music from the Paul Marino Band! Dinner included with your ticket. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/ c9iZJg?vid=1kyyz4.
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