Register now for the webinar: <a href="https://unemploymentgrants.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Webinar Registration Link</a>
Please add BTIIInstitute.sn@gmail.com and Info@btiiinstitute.com to your contacts list to ensure that you receive confirmation and reminder emails.
Please email us with any questions: Info@btiiinstitute.com
To learn more visit: <a href="https://unemploymenttraininggrants.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://unemploymenttraininggr...</a>
Are you or someone you know unemployed? Attend this career-changing webinar to learn about free training for more than 20 high-demand certifications, including PMP, PMI Certified Professional&nbsp; in Managing AI, SAFe Scrum Master, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, Responsible Artificial Intelligence, Agile Product Management, Lean Portfolio Management, RTE, Microsoft AI Business Professional, Microsoft AI Transformation Leader, Microsoft Power BI, and Microsoft Excel. The training and certifications are free and covered by a New Jersey state grant for approved unemployed professionals. Most clients report earning 6 figures after training and/or significant salary increases. The training is for professionals, including current or aspiring:
• Technology, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Accounting, HR, Operations, Manufacturing, and Other Professionals
• Project, Program, Portfolio, and Product Managers
• Management Consultants, General Managers, and Team Leaders
• Senior Managers and Leadership
• PMO Directors, Center of Excellence Professionals, and PMO Directors
• Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Agile Product Managers, and Agilists
• Agile Coaches and Consultants
• Business and Agile Transformation Professionals
• Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Professionals

Local Event: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications

Essex County

West Orange

New Jersey

Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for...

Register now for the webinar: Webinar Registration Link
Please add BTIIInstitute.sn@gmail.com and Info@btiiinstitute.com to...

Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications

Veteran's Memorial Park

The annual Crafts in the Park Show will be held on Sunday, June 7, from 10 to 5 at Veterans Park, Broadway and 3rd
Ave in Westwood, NJ. Make sure you mark your calendar for this much awaited craft show. One hundred and twenty-five talented exhibitors from four states will be displaying a large variety of arts and crafts all set up on the grounds of this picturesque park. This promises to be a fun shopping day for all. The show is sponsored by Westwood Heritage Society and organized by P.J.’s Promotions.
This is the perfect opportunity to browse the booths filled with a wonderful selection of pottery, jewelry, garden décor, chain saw animals, wood flags, apparel, fiber, stained glass, bonsai, ceramics, charcuterie boards, and birdhouses. Also, outdoor wood decor, paintings, prints, photography, soaps, candles, fiber, tie dye, totes, children’s items, florals, turned wood bowls, resin art, and so much more. There is something for everyone at this fun shopping event. 
Delicious festival foods, Italian ice, homemade pretzels, pickles, kettle korn, and desserts will be available. Admission is free. The show is held rain or shine. For more information go <a href="https://www.pjspromotions.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.pjspromotions.com</a>
or call 201-410-5416.

Local Event: Crafts in the Park Show, Sun. June 7, 125 Exhibitors, Veterans Pk, Westwood, NJ

Bergen County

Ridgewood-Glen Rock

Crafts in the Park Show, Sun. June 7, 125...

The annual Crafts in the Park Show will be held on Sunday, June 7, from 10 to 5 at Veterans Park, Broadway and 3rd
Ave in...

Crafts in the Park Show, Sun. June 7, 125 Exhibitors, Veterans Pk, Westwood, NJ

☀️🍔 SUMMER STARTS HERE, PARAMUS! 🍔☀️
Get ready for the ultimate Sunday Funday as the Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival rolls into Paramus Park Mall on Sunday, June 7!
Gather your friends, bring the family, grab the dog, and come hungry because we're serving up an incredible day packed with food, drinks, music, family fun, and summer vibes from start to finish! 🎉🎶🍹
🚚 Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival 📅 Sunday, June 7 ⏰ 11AM–7PM 📍 Paramus Park Mall (Old Navy &amp; LL Bean Entrance)
🍴 20 Gourmet Food Trucks 🍺 Beer Garden • Margaritas • Sangria • Vodka Lemonade 🎧 Music All Day with DJ Ray Colon
🔥 FEATURED FOOD TRUCKS: • Angry Archie’s • The Brownie Bar • Chick Wings &amp; Things • Clyde’s Italian Ice • Cubita Truck • D’Agostino’s Desserts • El Lechon De Negron • Empanada Mania • Hold My Knots • It’s All Love • Johnny Zeppoli • Kielbasa N More • Kimchi Smoke BBQ • Mac Truck • Master Asador • Rolling Pita • Sandwich Freak • Señor Tacos • Uncle Sal’s Gourmet Egg Rolls
🎡 HUGE KIDS FUN ZONE: Rock Wall • Bungee Trampoline • Dixie Twister • 65' Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course • Pony Rides • Petting Zoo • Face Painting • Mini Golf • Spin Art • Sand Art • Knockerball • Bounce House • Slide • Hatchet Throwing
🐶 Bring the pups 🪑 Bring your chairs &amp; blankets 😋 Bring a BIG appetite
❤️ HELP SUPPORT THE PARAMUS FOOD PANTRY We're asking all attendees to bring a canned or boxed non-perishable item to help local families in need.
🎟 Admission: $5 👶 Kids Under 5 FREE 🚫 No Outside Food, Drinks or Coolers
🌐 JustJerseyFest.com
☀️ Great Food. Cold Drinks. Family Fun. Summer Vibes.

Local Event: Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival

Paramus

Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival

☀️🍔 SUMMER STARTS HERE, PARAMUS! 🍔☀️
Get ready for the ultimate Sunday Funday as the Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival rolls...

Hillsdale Public Library

Join New Jersey author and software engineer Rosa L. Antonini for a free author talk celebrating the launch of her new book, Resourcefulness: The Hidden Power Smarter Than Talent, IQ, and Technology.
In a time of AI, career uncertainty, information overload, and rapid change, Antonini will explore why resourcefulness may be one of the most important human capacities we can strengthen. The conversation will focus on how people can navigate uncertainty, respond with clarity, and recognize what is still possible with what they have, from where they are.
The event is free and open to the public.

Local Event: Author Talk With Rosa L. Antonini

Westwood-Hillsdale

Author Talk With Rosa L. Antonini

Join New Jersey author and software engineer Rosa L. Antonini for a free author talk celebrating the launch of her new book,...

Hillsdale author, speaker, and software engineer Rosa L. Antonini is releasing her new book, Resourcefulness: The Hidden Power Smarter Than Talent, IQ, and Technology, on June 9.
In a time of AI, career change, uncertainty, information overload, and constant pressure to keep up, Resourcefulness brings the focus back to one of the most important human capacities: the ability to respond with clarity, agency, and possibility when the path forward is unclear.
Drawing from her background in technology, systems thinking, and personal transformation, Antonini offers a grounded message for capable people navigating change, transition, or seasons where life does not come with clear instructions.
The book has received early praise from Kirkus Reviews, which called it a &ldquo;thoroughly memorable read&rdquo; with &ldquo;engaging theoretical concepts&rdquo; and &ldquo;practical, applicable advice for self-improvement.&rdquo;
Resourcefulness is available beginning June 9 through Barnes &amp; Noble, Amazon, and major book retailers.
Learn more at rosaantonini.com/resourcefulness

New York City Metropolitan Area

Hillsdale Author Launches New Book on...

Hillsdale author, speaker, and software engineer Rosa L. Antonini is releasing her new book, Resourcefulness: The Hidden Power Smarter Than Talent,...

Hillsdale Author Launches New Book on Resourcefulness

NEW MILFORD, NJ &mdash; June 2, 2026 &mdash; Ray Cottiers, named 2025 New Milford District Teacher of the Year and 2025 Bergen County Wrestling Coach of the Year, announced today that he is leaving public education to lead Varsity Prep USA full-time, the youth enrichment organization he founded in 2018.&nbsp;
The decision marks the end of a decade-plus career in education and coaching and the beginning of a new chapter focused on expanding Varsity Prep USA across northern New Jersey.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Teaching and coaching shaped everything I know about working with kids. Walking away from both wasn&rsquo;t easy. But every summer I&rsquo;d see a kid show up to camp on day one barely talking to anyone, and by Friday they were leading their group. After eight summers of that, I knew I wanted to do this work year-round,&rdquo; said Cottiers.&nbsp;
A Program Built by Educators&nbsp;
Operating in partnership with New Milford Public Schools, Varsity Prep USA serves children from pre-K through middle school through summer camps, enrichment programs, sports clinics, leadership opportunities, and experiential travel programming.&nbsp;
Since launching in 2018, the organization has grown from a single summer program into a year-round platform serving hundreds of Bergen County families annually.&nbsp;
Varsity Prep combines traditional camp experiences with original programming developed in-house, including sports curriculum, STEM activities, arts programming, leadership development, and hands-on enrichment designed around the same instructional principles Cottiers used in the classroom.&nbsp;
The organization&rsquo;s staffing model is built around local teachers, coaches, college students, and high school student leaders &mdash; creating a program deeply connected to the communities it serves.&nbsp;
Reinvesting in the Community&nbsp;
In 2026 alone, Varsity Prep USA will reinvest more than $160,000 into the New Milford community &mdash; through wages paid to local teachers, coaches, college students, and high school staff, and through a new formal partnership with New Milford Public Schools that directly supports district programs and facilities.&nbsp;
Expansion Across Bergen County&nbsp;
With Cottiers now leading the organization full-time, Varsity Prep USA is preparing to expand beyond its flagship New Milford location. Conversations are currently underway with multiple Bergen County school districts regarding partnerships for Summer 2027.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The model works because it&rsquo;s built by educators, run by educators, and rooted in the school communities it serves,&rdquo; said Cottiers. &ldquo;Districts receive a turn-key summer and enrichment program, employment opportunities for their teachers, coaches and students, and meaningful financial support for their facilities and programs. Families receive programming they can trust. It&rsquo;s a win-win across the board. That&rsquo;s the formula we&rsquo;re bringing to new communities.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Gratitude to New Milford&nbsp;
Cottiers, NMHS Alumni (Class of 2004), emphasized the role New Milford played in shaping both his career and the foundation of Varsity Prep USA.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Everything I know about working with kids, I learned from the teachers, administrators, coaches, and families of New Milford,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ll always be a New Milford guy.. The fact that this community has been Varsity Prep&rsquo;s home and launchpad for the last eight summers means everything to me.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Summer 2026 enrollment is currently open at Varsity Prep USA, with programming running June 22 through August 28.&nbsp;
About Varsity Prep USA&nbsp;
Founded in 2018 by educator and coach Ray Cottiers, Varsity Prep USA is a North Jersey-based youth enrichment organization operating in partnership with local school districts. Varsity Prep provides summer camps, sports clinics, after-school enrichment programs, experiential learning opportunities, and leadership development programming for children and teens through educator-led experiences designed to build confidence, creativity, and community.&nbsp;

New Milford

Award-Winning Educator and Coach Ray Cottiers...

NEW MILFORD, NJ — June 2, 2026 — Ray Cottiers, named 2025 New Milford District Teacher of the Year and 2025 Bergen County Wrestling Coach of the...

Award-Winning Educator and Coach Ray Cottiers Leaves Classroom to Lead Varsity Prep USA Full-Time 

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. 	 Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.	 Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response	 	 Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses		 Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.		 Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Burlington County

Burlington

Southampton

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

Alliance Homecare

Alliance Homecare’s mission is to deliver home health care services with the highest standards of excellence through compassion, respect and education. Our home care services include a wide variety of supportive care provided in the home or residence. Alliance Homecare provides medical and non-medical services to ensure that you or your loved one stays at home in a comfortable and caring environment. Our core services include: Private Duty Nursing, Home Health Aides and Care Management We provide services from Pediatrics to Elder Care. We support a wide variety of additional care, which range from assisting with daily living to more medically intensive care, such as plastic surgery recovery, wound care, hospice care and more.

Teaneck

Alliance Homecare’s mission is to deliver home health care services with the highest standards of excellence through compassion, respect and...

PSE&G

Public Service Electric &amp; Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&amp;G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&amp;G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities.  PSE&amp;G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for 17 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).

Somerset County

Alexis Tarrazi

Bridgewater

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s...

Transforming New Jersey Backyards Into Private Oases

The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

Basking Ridge

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool...

Theta Grove Luxury Apartments

Theta Grove – Luxury 55+ Living in Vernon, New Jersey Welcome to Theta Grove, a beautifully designed 55+ rental community offering modern comfort, elegant living spaces, and a relaxed lifestyle in the scenic township of Vernon, New Jersey. Thoughtfully created for active adults seeking maintenance-free living, Theta Grove combines contemporary architecture with upscale finishes and peaceful surroundings. Each residence features spacious, open-concept layouts, modern kitchens, large windows that fill the apartments with natural light, and private balconies where residents can relax and enjoy the surrounding views. Every detail has been carefully considered to provide comfort, convenience, and a refined living experience. THETA GROVE Hello Neighbor, Designed for those ready to enjoy the next chapter of “No more outdoor maintenance." No more surprises. Just modern, spacious 55+ living with everything taken care of. ”We wanted to personally invite you to stop by for your personal Apartment Tours at Theta Grove. 🏡 What You’ll Experience • Guided tours of model residences • Full access to community amenities • Meet the Theta Grove team ✨ Designed for Modern Living • Spacious 1-bedroom &amp; 1-bedroom + den apartments • Quartz countertops &amp; stainless-steel appliances • In-unit washer &amp; dryer • Private balconies (select units) • Elevator-served building with upscale finishes 🌿 Community Amenities • Fitness center • Resident lounge &amp; game room • Outdoor BBQ &amp; gathering areas • Bocce court • Garage &amp; surface parking 🎯 Now Leasing • Starting at $2,350/month • Immediate move-ins available • Prime Vernon Town Center location 🎁 Special Leasing Offer ONE MONTH FREE on a 13-month lease Lease must start on or before 01/30/26

Sussex County

Sussex

Vernon

Theta Grove – Luxury 55+ Living in Vernon, New Jersey Welcome to Theta Grove, a beautifully designed 55+ rental community offering modern comfort,...

Security Validation 

Secure your business with SecurityValidation | SecValMSSP. In today's heightened threat landscape, especially with remote workforces, robust cybersecurity is paramount. We secure your remote environment and safeguard corporate, client, and system data. We offer comprehensive cybersecurity services tailored to your specific needs, including: Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery, Email Hosting, Penetration Testing, Technology Due Diligence, Software Licensing, Hardware Sales, and Projects with Installation. Our 24/7/365 Security Help Desk provides real-time system monitoring. Our Governance, Risk, and Compliance division helps you meet PCI, HIPAA, GDPR, and FINRA mandates. Our experienced team delivers personalized recommendations to address your unique challenges. Don't leave your business vulnerable to malware and ransomware. Contact us today to create a safer digital environment.

Secure your business with SecurityValidation | SecValMSSP. In today's heightened threat landscape, especially with remote workforces, robust...

🌱 Patch AM: How a Westwood Music Studios...

And on the Westwood Patch calendar - Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications

🌱 Patch AM: How a Westwood Music Studios pianist earned a big regional nomination

Community Corner

Thunderstorms In Forecast As Weekend Weather...

Temperatures in the 90s in Bergen County could give way to showers, forecasters say. See the timeline.

Thunderstorms In Forecast As Weekend Weather Shift Begins In Bergen County

Thunderstorms In Forecast As Weather Shift Begins In Bergen County: See Timing

Weather

Black Bear Spotted In Ridgewood On Thursday,...

The black bear was spotted around two miles from Route 17 on Thursday, according to police.

Black Bear Spotted In Ridgewood On Thursday, Police Warn

Black Bear Spotted In Bergen County On Thursday, Police Warn

Crime & Safety

Hasbrouck Heights Home Raided, Man Arrested For...

A Hasbrouck Heights home was raided Thursday and a man arrested for distributing child sex abuse images.

Hasbrouck Heights Home Raided, Man Arrested For Possessing Child Sex Abuse Images

Hasbrouck Heights Home Raided, Man Arrested For Child Sex Abuse Photos

Bergen County Man Distributed Child Sex Abuse Images, Prosecutors Say

Photo Of Lost Dog In Bergen County Draws Much...

"What dog?" asked one woman, focusing on the rest of the photo.

Photo Of Lost Dog In Bergen County Draws Much Interest...In The Cop Holding Him

Bergen County Lost Dog Photo Goes Viral For Hilarious Reason

KELLEY McDONALD - "Say YES To The Address!"

Local Voices

Mike Ferry workshop

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., 10th Largest...

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., 10th Largest Franchisee is  Poised to Leap Right Above its Recent Ranking as  100th Largest U.S. Food Service Company - Service is the Secret Ingredient

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

KELLEY McDONALD - "Say YES To The Address!"

KELLEY McDONALD - "Say YES To The Address!"

Mike Ferry workshop

Mike Ferry workshop

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., 10th Largest Franchisee is Poised to Leap Right Above its Recent Ranking as 100th Largest U.S. Food Service Company - Service is the Secret Ingredient

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., 10th Largest Franchisee is Poised to Leap Right Above its Recent Ranking as 100th Largest U.S. Food Service Company - Service is the Secret Ingredient

Stay Schooled in Road Safety this Back to School Season

Stay Schooled in Road Safety this Back to School Season

Coast Guard Foundation Hires Susan Ludwig

Coast Guard Foundation Hires Susan Ludwig

NEW METLIFE TEAM ESTABLISHED TO SERVE NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK AND CT

NEW METLIFE TEAM ESTABLISHED TO SERVE NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK AND CT

gSource Donates Surgical Instruments to FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital

gSource Donates Surgical Instruments to FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital

August Events at A Life Well Lived

August Events at A Life Well Lived

Balloon twister for any event you can think of

Balloon twister for any event you can think of

New Hours at Wellness Center

New Hours at Wellness Center

Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications

Crafts in the Park Show, Sun. June 7, 125 Exhibitors, Veterans Pk, Westwood, NJ

Paramus Summer Food Truck Festival

Author Talk With Rosa L. Antonini

Hillsdale Author Launches New Book on Resourcefulness

Award-Winning Educator and Coach Ray Cottiers Leaves Classroom to Lead Varsity Prep USA Full-Time

Insurcomm Restoration

Alliance Homecare

PSE&G

The Pool Boss

Theta Grove Luxury Apartments

Security Validation