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Join Maestro George Marriner Maull and the Madison String Quartet for a live radio broadcast of Inside Music on WWFM!
Separated by eight years and a day—and 4,700 miles—Dmitri Shostakovich and George Gershwin developed radically different musical styles. Through engaging audience interaction, discover fresh insights with Maestro Maull and the Quartet into works by these two early 20th-century composers, whose birthdays we honor on September 25th and 26th.
Renowned for their dynamic performances and innovative repertoire choices, the&nbsp;Madison String Quartet&nbsp;(Evelyn Estava, violin; Rebecca Harris-Lee, violin; Michael&nbsp;Avagliano, viola; and Gerall Hieser, violoncello)&nbsp;has firmly established itself as a trailblazing ensemble, with a special focus on exploring Hispanic musical traditions from both sides of the Atlantic. As noted by Paul Somers of Classical New Jersey, the quartet has expertly carved out a unique niche in the world of classical music. One of the Quartet’s distinguishing features is its commitment to breaking down the barrier between performers and the audience, creating an inviting and immersive atmosphere that allows masterpieces from various eras to shine.
Tickets are free, but required! To register, and for more information including parking, please see the "More info here" link above.

Local Event: The Discovery Orchestra presents "Inside Music" LIVE!

The Discovery Orchestra presents "Inside Music"...

Join Maestro George Marriner Maull and the Madison String Quartet for a live radio broadcast of Inside Music on WWFM!
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The Discovery Orchestra presents "Inside Music" LIVE!

Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

<h3>Families Can Explore Summer 2027 at the September 26 Open House</h3>
Families thinking ahead to summer 2027 are invited to visit Meadowbrook Country Day Camp during an Open House on Saturday, September 26, from 12–4 p.m. at 73 East Valley Brook Road in Long Valley.
The Open House is by appointment only. Families can reserve a time by emailing <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com</a>.
During their visit, prospective camp families will have an opportunity to meet members of Meadowbrook’s leadership team, learn about the camp’s programs and philosophy, and tour its expansive wooded campus.
“There’s no substitute for coming to Meadowbrook, walking the grounds and seeing what makes the camp so special,” said owner Mason Goldberg. “We want families to get a real feel for the community their children can become part of.”
<h2>More Than a Summer Schedule</h2>
Meadowbrook Country Day Camp is an American Camp Association-accredited day camp located on a 50-acre campus in Long Valley. The camp serves children ages 3–15 and offers programming designed to help campers build confidence, independence, friendships and lifelong memories.
At the heart of the Meadowbrook experience are three priorities: family, connection and safety.
Campers become part of a caring, supportive community where they can form meaningful friendships, try new things and develop greater confidence and independence. Meadowbrook also places a strong emphasis on creating an environment where every camper feels safe, supported and included.
The camp’s TIGER core values — Teamwork, Integrity, Generosity, Enthusiasm and Respect — are incorporated throughout the summer, encouraging campers and staff to carry those lessons with them both at camp and beyond.
<h2>A Summer Filled With Possibilities</h2>
No two days at Meadowbrook are exactly alike.
Campers can spend their summers swimming in heated pools, playing sports, boating, mountain biking, taking on ropes and challenge courses, creating art, cooking, dancing, exploring nature and participating in special events and themed activities.
The variety allows children to enjoy the activities they already love while also discovering new interests and challenging themselves in new ways.
Older campers can also participate in travel programs that combine time at Meadowbrook with off-site adventures and experiences.
And while the activities are a big part of camp, the friendships and memories children create along the way are often what stay with them the longest.
<h2>Convenience for Busy Families</h2>
Meadowbrook also offers features designed to make summer easier for parents.
The camp provides door-to-door bus transportation throughout many North Jersey communities, with routes serving areas throughout Morris, Essex, Union, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset counties.
Before-care and after-care are also available, and lunch is served daily.
Another feature appreciated by Meadowbrook families is that staff tips are included in tuition, eliminating an additional end-of-summer expense.
<h2>A Place Kids Want to Come Back To</h2>
For Goldberg, whose own children have attended Meadowbrook, creating a successful camp experience goes far beyond filling a child’s day with activities.
The goal is to give campers a place where they feel known, supported and excited to return each morning.
Over the course of a summer, children have opportunities to become more independent, build confidence, develop friendships and experience the traditions and moments that make camp memorable.
Those experiences can become part of a child’s story long after the summer ends.
<h2>Plan Your Visit</h2>
Families interested in learning more about Summer 2027 can attend Meadowbrook Country Day Camp’s Open House on:
Saturday, September 26 
12–4 p.m. 
By appointment only
To RSVP, email <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com</a>.
Meadowbrook Country Day Camp 
73 East Valley Brook Road 
Long Valley, NJ 07853 
MeadowbrookDayCamp.com

Local Event: A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook...

Families Can Explore Summer 2027 at the September 26 Open House
Families thinking ahead to summer 2027 are invited to visit...

A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

Livingston Senior/Community Center

As the Midterm Elections draw near, voters are thinking about how to vote and engage with the politics of our day. Christians in particular have had a critical role in recent elections. How has history and theology shaped their decisions in the past and what can it teach us today? 
Third Space Asian America is happy to be hosting a lecture on "Christians and Politics" this coming Saturday, September 26th at 5 pm at the Livingston Senior/Community Center. The speaker will be Dr. Kellen Funk, Professor of Law at Columbia University and an Elder at Stone Hill Church in Princeton. He has his PhD in American History from Princeton University and his JD from Yale Law School. Time for Q&amp;A and a light community meal will follow the lecture. The event is free and open to the public but RSVP is kindly requested at <a href="https://christiansandpolitics.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://christiansandpolitics.eventbrite.com</a>.

Local Event: Columbia Law Professor to Speak on "Christians and Politics"

Columbia Law Professor to Speak on "Christians...

As the Midterm Elections draw near, voters are thinking about how to vote and engage with the politics of our day. Christians...

Columbia Law Professor to Speak on "Christians and Politics"

Union High School

Lace up your sneakers for the 2026 Mayor's Day 5K, where runners of all ages can compete for prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups. A portion of this year's proceeds will go to help a local family in need, making your participation a great way to support the community.This year's recipient is Union resident Marcos Rodriguez, who became a quadriplegic after a swimming accident.&nbsp; He and his family now struggle with mounting medical debt for his treatment and care.

Local Event: Greater Union Township Mayor's Day 5K

Greater Union Township Mayor's Day 5K

Lace up your sneakers for the 2026 Mayor's Day 5K, where runners of all ages can compete for prizes awarded to the top three...

St Paul's Episcopal Church

Innovative Jazz pianist, composer and electronic artist Pascal Le Boeuf will spark the first Steeple Concert of the 2026-27 season at 5 PM on Sunday, September 27 at St. Paul’s Church in Westfield.&nbsp; Tickets, priced at $40/adults and $15/students are available online at <a href="https://steepleconcerts.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">steepleconcerts.org</a> or at the door.&nbsp; &nbsp;St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located at 414 East Broad Street in Westfield, NJ.&nbsp; At concert finish, attendees are cordially invited to a lavish “Meet and Greet the Artists” reception which, in this case, includes Mr. Le Boeuf and three exceptional ensemble players:&nbsp; Violinist Sara Caswell, cellist Nick Photinos, and drummer Christian Euman.&nbsp; Parking is FREE in the St. Paul’s parking lot off Euclid Avenue or on St. Paul’s Street next to the church. The works of Grammy-winning Pascal Le Boeuf combine hybrid forms of new music and jazz “to blaze a trail of forward-thinking creativity.”&nbsp; The New York Times hails his work as “sleek, new” and “hyper-fluent.”&nbsp; NPR advises that Le Boeuf’s work “communicates tension and release, leaves space for improvisation and explores the limits of a continuous high energy.”
Highlighted on the September 27th varied program is Ritual Being, Mr. Le Boeuf’s critically acclaimed 2023 studio album and hybrid chamber-jazz project.&nbsp; Highlighted by the Caswell-Photinos-Euman ensemble, Ritual Being “combines modern post-bop jazz improvisation with contemporary classical string chamber music.” (AI overview).&nbsp;&nbsp;The title refers to mankind’s repeated actions, which can become habits that serve a goal, i.e., rituals. (Pascal Le Boeuf, Instagram, July 14, 2023).
 On November 15, the Steeple season continues with the Munich-based Arcis Saxophone Quartet, one of the world’s most vibrant and active classical ensembles.&nbsp; On January 31, 2027, Steeple hosts pianist/composer Nicolas Namoradze.&nbsp; Cited as a Musical America New Artist, BBC Music Magazine Rising Star, and Gramophone One to Watch, this artist won the Pianist of the Year Award in 2022 per the UK Critics’ Circle.&nbsp; Steeple’s March 14, 2027, concert features Chatham, NJ-based ensemble, Lyrica Chamber Music, since 1987 one of Morris County’s longest running chamber music series.
 On Sunday, May 23, 2027, Steeple’s annual Masterworks Concert will feature, Carl Orff’s beloved Carmina Burana. With its large chorus, solo vocalists, and impressive use of percussion, this cantata brings the season to an exciting close. In addition to the concert series, Steeple Concerts will hold a Gala Fundraiser on Saturday, November 7, to support its mission of bringing high-quality live music to the Westfield area.&nbsp; Tickets and information are available on <a href="https://steepleconcerts.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">steepleconcerts.org</a>. Tickets to the first four concerts are $40/adults and $15/students. Masterworks Concert tickets are priced at $50/adults and $20/students.&nbsp; In contrast, season ticket subscriptions are priced at $65/students and $165/adults (a $45 savings).

Local Event: Steeple Concerts sparks 7th season on Sun., Sept. 27, with creative pianist and friends.

Westfield

Steeple Concerts sparks 7th season on Sun.,...

Innovative Jazz pianist, composer and electronic artist Pascal Le Boeuf will spark the first Steeple Concert of the 2026-27...

Steeple Concerts sparks 7th season on Sun., Sept. 27, with creative pianist and friends.

Union Congregational Church

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at Union Congregational Church. Director Larissa Jaye will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Montclair

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at Union...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Sunny Scrambled

<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/back-to-school-with-the-mom-coms-tickets-1995599932117?sg=ed0f99181f4a2fba36cd7944f72f3fc632b6633af9388a84508229b122033fd121deee2dae4fad426b18c8819f6dd1e5deebd150ecdde1ce1819e62052beac5e63a39355ffcef11d6eda6e2490&amp;aff=ebdsshios" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">But tix at this Eventbrite link</a>Kick off the school year off with a hilarious night of comedy without the kids!Back to School with The Mom Coms
Now for the real back to school night—celebrate the end of September with comedy, wine, and laughs!
On Wednesday, September 30th, grab your bestie, your mom, or even your significant other (yeah, hubbies are totally welcome too). Enjoy a night of laugh-out-loud comedy, light bites, and a glass (or two) of wine supplied by The Mom Coms.
Live comedy featuring:
<ul><li>GL Douglas creator of Class Dismissed the all teacher comedy tour. She has performed at the legendary Apollo Theater, The Improv, New York Comedy Club, Stand Up New York, and The Stress Factory.</li><li>Becky Veduccio as seen on Netflix's Survival of the Thickest. Recipient of the Press Award for humor.</li></ul>

Local Event: A Night of The Mom Coms Standup Comedy in Millburn

A Night of The Mom Coms Standup Comedy in Millburn

But tix at this Eventbrite linkKick off the school year off with a hilarious night of comedy without the kids!Back to School...

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and children in need regardless of race, religion, or creed. &nbsp;
Put on your dancing shoes and bring your heart to help our fellow neighbors in need! Catholic Charities of the Newark Archdiocese and Carol and Bobby Williams present the 9th Annual Benefit Concert for the Homeless featuring That Motown Band. &nbsp;The show is Saturday, October 24th at 8 pm at UCPAC, located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway. &nbsp;
If you love&nbsp;My Girl, Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Baby Love, Heat Wave, and Ain't Too Proud to Beg, this is YOUR night!&nbsp; That Motown Band brings the sound of The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson and more to life with a full lineup of powerhouse vocalists and musicians — including soul veteran Garfield Fleming, a longtime member of the Delfonics. &nbsp;
This is more than a concert! It is a night out of fun – singing and dancing! &nbsp;Your ticket turns into shelter nights, food, and help for our NJ neighbors in need. &nbsp;100% of ticket sales support our homeless men, women, and children at our shelters and homes in Jersey City and Newark.
Come for the Motown! &nbsp;Stay because it matters. &nbsp;Invite your friends, make a night of it in downtown Rahway, and help keep the lights on and food on the table for families who have nowhere else to turn. &nbsp; Together we can provide help and hope! &nbsp;
Visit <a target="_blank" href="https://ccanconcert26.givesmart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">ccanconcert26.givesmart.com</a> for ticket information or call 732-499-8226. &nbsp;For all other questions, call Peter Ruccione, director of development, Catholic Charities Newark Archdiocese, at <a href="tel:973-818-4060">973-818-4060</a>.

Local Event: Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our...

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and...

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

An Essex County home inspector has built a free website that lets anyone look up the public records behind a New Jersey property &mdash; building permits, flood zones, fire history, property taxes, and more &mdash; by typing in an address.
The site, Permit &amp; Parcel (oprasearch.app), covers all 564 New Jersey municipalities and pulls only from official sources: state and county databases, FEMA flood maps, and the towns' own municipal codes. There's no account, no email capture, and no cost.
"I kept watching buyers fall in love with a house before anyone checked the paper trail &mdash; the open permits, the flood zone, what the town actually requires when a home changes hands," said Leo Betancor, a Certified Master Inspector based in Cedar Grove and the founder of the site. "All of that is public record. It just wasn't in one place anyone could actually use."
Alongside the main lookup, the site includes free single-purpose tools: a lead-safe inspection lookup showing which of the two state-required inspection methods each town uses under New Jersey's lead paint law, a searchable directory of every DCA-certified lead evaluation and abatement contractor sorted by distance, a fire-incident map built from more than 40 years of state fire records, and a radon map covering every municipality.
A companion site, njflood.zone, gives instant FEMA flood-zone answers for any New Jersey address &mdash; built after the federal government shutdown left FEMA's own map site unreliable &mdash; running on the site's own servers with the complete flood map data for the state loaded locally.
The project was recently featured in <a href="https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-hanover-slash-florham-park/columns/at-home-with-holly/articles/deep-dive-conversations-what-the-house-won-t-tell-you" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">TAPinto</a>'s "At Home with Holly" column. Both sites are free at <a href="https://oprasearch.app" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">oprasearch.app</a> and <a href="https://njflood.zone" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">njflood.zone</a>.

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Do you have old sports gear lying around in your closet?
We are Bryan &amp; Lucas, Millburn residents and members of GiftYourGear(<a href="https://www.giftyourgear.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">giftyourgear.org/</a>). We&rsquo;re hosting a sports gear drive at the Millburn Library to help make sure every local athlete has the equipment they need to play this season!
Where to Drop Off: Look for the labeled collection bins at the entrance
Location: Millburn Library(200 Glen Ave, Millburn)
Dates: Sep 14-27(Millburn Library Hours Only)
Accepted Items (Gently Used or New):
<ul><li>Athletic shirts, jerseys, shorts, and pants</li><li>Sports shoes and cleats</li><li>Balls (soccer, basketball, football, etc.)</li><li>Baseball and tennis equipment</li></ul>
GiftYourGear is a youth-led 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit organization that redistributes gently used sports gear to communities across New Jersey.
Our Impact So Far:
<ul><li>1,000+ items collected &amp; donated</li><li>$58,000+ in equipment value provided to athletes</li><li>5 Key Donation Partners: Oasis, Ironbound Community Corporation, Wynona's House, UrbanPromise, &amp; Camden Community Partnership</li><li>Featured on: News12 &amp; recognized by State Senator Kristin Corrado</li></ul>

Millburn Library Sports Gear Drive 

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