Giving Back
By JENNIFER DERICKS
April 26, 2024
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Sparta resident and president of the grass roots initiative Sparta Responsible Development, Anand Dash recently jumped off a building for the cause. The “Over the Edge” fundraiser had more than a dozen people rappel down the 200 foot glass exterior of the Hilton Meadowlands ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On the evening of Friday, May 17, 2024, the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel will host the much-anticipated annual event, Center à la Carte, organized by The Center in Asbury Park. This event will showcase the culinary excellence of over 25 local restaurants and feature vibrant live ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Promoting your event is easy and affordable with TAPinto.net. Click Login/Register in the top right corner of the site (if you are a first-time contributor, register for free). After you finish up shopping at the Phillipsburg Farmber's Market, head over to the American ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A GoFundMe account has been set up to help pay for the funeral expenses of beloved Westfield school crossing guard Paul Francis Devereaux, who died unexpectedly in his sleep on April 20, his 69th birthday. So far, more than $4,000 has been raised through GoFundMe, with a goal of ...
The Christ Child Society of Summit (CCS) held its annual Baby Shower on Thursday, April 18, in the Memorial Hall of St. Teresa of Avila Church. The event was attended by 88 members and guests and raised over $4,000. This year’s recipient of the Mary Virginia Merrick Award, for outstanding ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Detective Felix Katsaroans from the Hackensack Police Department has been selected as the Citizen of the Year for The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Hackensack Lodge #658. The award is a high honor bestowed upon an individual, whether they are an Elk member or not, for ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - The Hackensack Green was the site of more than 2,200 t-shirts in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Crime Victims' Rights Week, hosted by the YWCA Northern New Jersey’s (YWCANNJ) healingSPACE, along with community partners. The event, held yesterday, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – In the past 12 months, Claudio Mir has strummed his guitar at a Puerto Rican flag-raising event, played DJ at a Christmas toy giveaway event for kids and led a group of students on a tour of the city’s murals. The artist and activist who has been a warm, supporting presence at so ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley's largest food drive is back for 2024. Scouts will take over the porches, sidewalks, and every other public space when 'Scouting for Food' returns Saturday April 27 to restock the pantry at Nutley Family Service Bureau. The annual event, involving Scouts, their families and ...
The South Orange Rescue Squad “Sound The Siren” 5K Run/ Walk Community EMS Open House SUNDAY, MAY 19th 2024 HERE'S THE SCHEDULE: 9:00 AM - 5K Run / Walk (with optional 1.3 mile walking route) 10:00 AM - Kids Fun Run ...
BELMAR, NJ - This Saturday, April 27th, the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh will host the annual 2024 Plunge for Autism, in partnership with D'Jais, a key business leader known for its charitable contributions. This significant event aligns with Autism Awareness Month, addressing New Jersey's ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Kathleen O'Brien of Hillsborough Girl Scout Troop 60143 recently completed and earned her Girl Scout Gold Award. Her project was on emergency preparedness in the community. Inspired by the ‘Boro struggles of Hurricane Ida, Kathleen hosted emergency preparedness workshops in ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — When they aren’t selling cookies or earning badges, members of Girl Scout Troop 40099 of Tamaques Elementary School are working hard to make Westfield a safer place for pedestrians. To earn their Bronze Award, the troop chose to install See Me Flags, which are neon flags with ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - Thoughts about memory loss for a teen is scary and confusing. Healthy teens, afterall, really have no basis in what it's like not to remember short-term, nor long-term memories. But Christina "Emi" Southgate did. Her grandmother, Mitsuko Matusuda, was diagnosed in 2023 with ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway High School (RHS) Marching Band is holding a car wash fundraiser this Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot of RHS. Cars are $10. Vans and SUVs are $15. The band appreciates your support. So stop by on Saturday and leave with a clean car for a ...
LONG BEACH TWP - A remarkable new event will take place later this Spring. Taste the Tide - A Seafood Festival for Hunger Relief, is a fantastic event celebrating local purveyors, fresh seafood, and community spirit! Admission is free, and preregistering online ensures you receive updates ...
LONG BEACH TWP - A remarkable new event will take place later this Spring. Taste the Tide - A Seafood Festival for Hunger Relief, is a fantastic event celebrating local purveyors, fresh seafood, and community spirit! Admission is free, and preregistering online ensures you receive updates ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Hillside Intermediate School Roots & Shoots Program held its regular backyard workday April 20 to do work around the school improving the grounds and making it better for the birds and other native animals.
RANDOLPH, NJ: The County College of Morris (CCM) Foundation is set to host its annual gala event on Thursday, May 2 at Brooklake Country Club, 139 Brooklake Road in Florham Park. The event will support CCM’s College Promise Programs, while also honoring community partners who have worked hard to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On Saturday morning, Asbury Park's boardwalk was a blaze of color and excitement as over 300 participants from across New Jersey gathered for the 2024 Asbury Park Tu Tu Run. The charity event, now a highlight in the local calendar, successfully raised over $5,000 for the Circle of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On the evening of Friday, May 17, 2024, the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel will host the much-anticipated annual event, Center à la Carte, organized by The Center in Asbury Park. This event will showcase the culinary excellence of over 25 local restaurants and feature vibrant live ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On Saturday morning, Asbury Park's boardwalk was a blaze of color and excitement as over 300 participants from across New Jersey gathered for the 2024 Asbury Park Tu Tu Run. The charity event, now a highlight in the local calendar, successfully raised over $5,000 for the Circle of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On the evening of Friday, May 17, 2024, the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel will host the much-anticipated annual event, Center à la Carte, organized by The Center in Asbury Park. This event will showcase the culinary excellence of over 25 local restaurants and feature vibrant live ...
THE PLAINFIELDS, NJ - The Rotary Club of the Plainfields recognized one of its members at the recent Service Above Self Awards dinner at the Spain Inn. Shannon Jefferys, manager of the local Columbia Bank on Oak Tree Avenue, received the surprise award from Michael Townley, Rotary Club ...
Join the South Orange Police Department on Thursday, May 9th, at 7pm for an electrifying showdown as the South Orange Police Department squares off against the Seton Hall Women's Alumni Basketball Team in an exhibition game for Autism Acceptance fundraising. Ticket sales will go ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Jeans are a part of American fashion and were one of many themes of the Wednesday night, April 24, 2024 Phillipsburg Rotary meeting. The special meaning this week, came from a fellow Rotarian asking all members to wear denim. Rotarian stood together to make a statement to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On Saturday morning, Asbury Park's boardwalk was a blaze of color and excitement as over 300 participants from across New Jersey gathered for the 2024 Asbury Park Tu Tu Run. The charity event, now a highlight in the local calendar, successfully raised over $5,000 for the Circle of ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Somerset Hills YMCA, a branch of Greater Somerset County YMCA, spearheaded a Feminine Care Product Drive in celebration of Women’s History Month. From February 15 to March 20, Somerset Hills YMCA rallied community support to collect essential items including pads, tampons, ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - Thoughts about memory loss for a teen is scary and confusing. Healthy teens, afterall, really have no basis in what it's like not to remember short term, nor long term memories. But Christina "Emi" Southgate did. Her grandmother, Mitsuko Matusuda, was diagnosed in 2023 with ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On the evening of Friday, May 17, 2024, the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel will host the much-anticipated annual event, Center à la Carte, organized by The Center in Asbury Park. This event will showcase the culinary excellence of over 25 local restaurants and feature vibrant live ...