Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey

Flower Arranging
Presented by
Karen Winter, RN
Join us for a relaxing and uplifting evening of creativity, connection, and self- care. Learn the basics of flower arranging while taking time for YOU.
Karen combines her many years of nursing experience working with family caregivers with her passion for gardening and flower arranging.
No experience needed! All materials provided.
Wednesday, August 19th, 2026, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Light desserts will be served. (Kashruth observed)
This program is for Family Caregivers.&nbsp;
Jewish Family Service of Central NJ
655 Westfield Ave, Elizabeth
Kindly RSVP at 908-352-8375 or email Maria Mullen at mmullen@jfscentralnj.org or Debbie Rosenwein at drosenwein@jfscentrralnj.org.

Local Event: Flower Arranging

Union County

Westfield

New Jersey

Flower Arranging

Flower Arranging
Presented by
Karen Winter, RN
Join us for a relaxing and uplifting evening of creativity, connection, and...

154 Forest Road, Fanwood NJ

FANWOOD, N.J. — Why We Dance, a community initiative organized by Candace Waller, will host a free, open-level AfroBeats dance workshop on Sunday, August 30, at 3 p.m. at the Forest Road Park Building, 154 Forest Road, Fanwood, N.J. The event will bring residents together through dance while promoting fitness, wellness, health education and community connection through the arts.
Led by Shari LP, a New Jersey-based choreographer, dancer and dance educator with more than seven years of teaching experience, the workshop is designed for dancers of all levels, including those with little or no previous dance experience. The event will also feature refreshments and crafts.
Shari has taught throughout the tri-state area at dance studios, schools and community organizations, including Broadway Dance Center in New York City. As a choreographer, she has created work for music videos, live performances, festivals, showcases and independent artists.
Her passion for teaching extends beyond choreography. Shari is dedicated to helping dancers move from self-doubt to self-expression by creating an environment where movement feels accessible, empowering and joyful. She encourages students to build confidence, develop their artistry and connect with others through dance.
“Dance is more than learning steps,” Shari says. “It is about finding your voice, building confidence and connecting with others through movement.”
Through Why We Dance, Waller aims to make dance and wellness accessible to the community while creating opportunities for people to connect through the arts. The August 30 workshop will provide participants with an opportunity to experience AfroBeats dance in a welcoming, supportive environment while learning about the physical, social and creative benefits of movement.
The event is part of Waller’s broader commitment to using the arts to encourage healthy lifestyles, wellness and community engagement.
Event Details
What: Why We Dance — Free AfroBeats Dance Workshop When: Sunday, August 30, at 3 p.m. Where: Forest Road Park Building, 154 Forest Road, Fanwood, N.J. Admission: Free Who: Open to all dance levels Featuring: AfroBeats dance, refreshments and crafts Organizer: Candace Waller Email: <a href="mailto:whywedance@gmail.com">whywedance@gmail.com</a>
This arts program is made possible in part by a HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

Local Event: Why We Dance Brings Free AfroBeats Dance Workshop to Fanwood on August 30

Fanwood

Why We Dance Brings Free AfroBeats Dance...

FANWOOD, N.J. — Why We Dance, a community initiative organized by Candace Waller, will host a free, open-level AfroBeats dance...

Why We Dance Brings Free AfroBeats Dance Workshop to Fanwood on August 30

<h1>Sat., September 12, 2026</h1>
<h4>11:00 AM — 3:00 PM</h4>
Gina's Tennis Worls649 Springfield AvenueBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922<a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=Gina%27s%20Tennis%20Worls%20649%20Springfield%20Avenue%20Berkeley%20Heights%20NJ%2007922" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View in Google Maps<svg class="location_icon-0-2-197" width="50" height="70" viewBox="0 0 50 70" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25 0C11.1786 0 0 10.955 0 24.5C0 42.875 25 70 25 70C25 70 50 42.875 50 24.5C50 10.955 38.8214 0 25 0ZM25 33.25C20.0714 33.25 16.0714 29.33 16.0714 24.5C16.0714 19.67 20.0714 15.75 25 15.75C29.9286 15.75 33.9286 19.67 33.9286 24.5C33.9286 29.33 29.9286 33.25 25 33.25Z" fill="gray"></path></svg></a>
Gina's Tennis World will celebrate the grand opening of its third court on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 649 Springfield Avenue.
The addition comes with a new sign on Springfield Avenue that owner Gina Genovese hopes will finally put the longtime tennis club on the map for residents who may not have known it was there.
The grand opening will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Angie Devanney at 11 a.m. From 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., guests can try out HEAD demo rackets against a ball machine and test their skills by hitting targets for prizes.
Throughout the event, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can take photos with life-sized cutouts of tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. A raffle will give one lucky winner the chance to take a cutout home.
"After being in business for 43 years in Berkeley Heights, I am so excited to have the opportunity to have more kids and adults learning to love the game of tennis," Genovese said. "I still enjoy teaching even more than I did in 1983."
Tanvi Silvester, a former Gina's Tennis World player now in college, said the club's environment made all the difference in her experience learning the sport.
"I'd recommend Gina's Tennis World because it's such a friendly environment," Silvester said. "Starting a new sport can be intimidating at any age, and the environment you learn in plays a huge role in how much you end up loving the game. Gina, Wendy and the entire staff are so welcoming and kind. They make you want to come back and fall in love with tennis."
Julia Jarvis, a student and player at the club for 22 years, echoed that sentiment.
"Gina's Tennis World has always been community-focused, where everyone feels like family," Jarvis said. "It's not an ultra-competitive, toxic or intimidating culture, and it's a safe place to learn. This new chapter will let her share her gift with even more people, and I'm truly so excited for her and her world."
The grand opening is free and open to the public, with community members of all ages invited to celebrate the new court. For more information, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://www.ginastennisworld.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ginastennisworld.com</a>.
About Gina's Tennis World Gina Genovese founded Gina's Tennis World in 1983 after coming off the women's professional tour, quickly attracting nationally ranked players — including, in one year, 12 boys who were ranked No. 1 on their high school teams. For more than four decades, she has taught players ages 5 to 80 at every skill level, working alongside fellow instructors Coach Wendy and Coach Phil for more than two decades. She is now teaching a second generation of students and says she can't wait to welcome a third.

Local Event: Grand Opening of Gina’s Tennis World 

Berkeley Heights

Grand Opening of Gina’s Tennis World 

Sat., September 12, 2026
11:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Gina's Tennis Worls649 Springfield AvenueBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922View in Google...

The Presbyterian Church in Westfield

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary as New Jersey Festival Orchestra opens its 2026–2027 season with an inspiring musical journey. Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait honors Abraham Lincoln's enduring words through stirring orchestral music, while Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, "From the New World" captures the spirit of America through unforgettable melodies. The September 27 performance at the Sieminski Theater also features Mozart's brilliant Concerto for Two Pianos and Orchestra, K. 365, featuring acclaimed young pianists Kate Lee and Kaiden Griggs.

Local Event: America: Honoring 250 Years

America: Honoring 250 Years

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary as New Jersey Festival Orchestra opens its 2026–2027 season with an inspiring musical...

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