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TagsNews, notes and events from around New Jersey
Two of Newark's longstanding community leaders were honored Wednesday at the NJ Institute of Social Justice 10th anniversary gala celebration and awards dinner: Dr. Robert Curvin, distinguished fellow at Rutgers University and David Kerr, founder and president of Integrity House.
The pair was honored in front of 320 gala attendees at the June 10 event, which raised $235,000 for the Newark-based non-profit.
Dr. Curvin, born and raised in Newark, was a community activist in the late 1960s, working to restore calm after the 1967 disturbances and became a forceful witness for the city's minority population before the Lilley Commission.
Curvin was also a key organizer in fashioning the coalition that successfully campaigned for the election of Kenneth Gibson, the first African American mayor of Newark.David Kerr, a New Jersey State Parole Officer in the 1960s, founded Integrity House in 1968 as a response Newark’s growing heroin epidemic. For two years, Kerr lived in the city with addicts struggling through recovery.
In 1981, Kerr authored the first national definition of the Therapeutic Community treatment modality, and today Integrity House, with locations in Newark and Secaucus, stands as a national and international prototype for drug addiction recovery.
Fellow honorees included Al Koeppe, president and CEO of Newark Alliance and the HealthCare Institute of New Jersey.
Business, legal and non-profit leaders from across the state attended the gala including Nina Mitchell Wells, NJ secretary of state; John Farmer Jr., incoming dean of the Rutgers School of Law; John Lowenstein, professor of physics for NYU; Dennis Bone, president of Verizon-NJ; William Marino, president and CEO of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ; Dr. Norman Samuels, provost emeritus of Rutgers-Newark; Mildred Crump, president of Municipal Council, City of Newark; Art Ryan, Retired Chairman and CEO of Prudential Financial; Anthony Coscia, chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; and Donald Karp, former chairman of the New Jersey Historical Society and former chairman and CEO of Broad National Bank.
The Newark-based NJ Institute for Social Justice’s mission is to address the underlying social and economic inequities facing urban residents of New Jersey. From fighting unscrupulous predatory lending practices to promoting economic opportunity, supporting prisoner reentry, defending civil rights, and influencing justice reform, The Institute and its partners work together to develop solutions to the real world, everyday problems facing Newark/Essex County residents as well as urban New Jerseyans throughout the state.
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Jon Stewart supporter mounts campaign to put TV star in Mercer County Hall of Fame
Elise Brown of Hamilton, New Jersey, writes:
I was astonished to learn during a visit to the Sovereign Bank Arena in Trenton that Lawrenceville native and award-winning Daily Show host Jon Stewart is not among those depicted in the "Mercer County Hall of Fame" - a dedicated photo gallery located in the arena (but Judith Light and Albert Einstein are.)
As a resident of Mercer County and a fan of Stewart's, I have created a Facebook group called "Put Jon Stewart in the Mercer County, NJ Hall of Fame" to correct this oversight. Can you please help by joining the cause, and/or alerting others to it?
Jonathan "Jon" Stewart (born Jonathan Stuart Leibowitz on November 28, 1962) is an American political satirist, writer, television host, actor and stand-up comedian. He is best known as the host of The Daily Show, a satirical news program airing on Comedy Central.
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'The Little Foxes' at the Shakespeare Theatre in Madison
Evie's Waltz, a comic thriller, starts June 18
Doobie Brothers in Atlantic City July 3
'Soup du Jour' a musical comedy in Hopewell
Sweeney Todd: An NJPAC summer special
***South River named finalist in Walmart ‘Earth Day Every Day School Challenge'
BENTONVILLE, Ark., – Small, every day changes can make a big difference to the environment. South River High School in South River, N.J. has put this idea into practice, and is now among 20 schools from across the country that is being recognized for its efforts: it’s been named a finalist in the Walmart “Earth Day Every Day School Challenge.”
As a finalist, South River High School will receive a $500 Walmart gift card, which can be used to purchase items that will help enhance its eco-friendly activities. In addition, the school will have the opportunity to compete for the grand prize: a $20,000 grant from Walmart to further its environmental projects.
To view the South River High School video and vote for their entry, go to Vote for America's Most Eco-Friendly School. The school that receives the highest number of votes will be awarded the $20,000 grant. Voting ends June 19.
“At Walmart, we believe that Earth Day should be every day, and small changes can collectively make a big difference for the environment,” said Matt Kistler, senior vice president of sustainability, Walmart. “The schools that participated in the ‘Earth Day Every Day School Challenge,’ especially the 20 finalist schools, are examples of young Americans making a difference in their communities, and Walmart is honored to recognize their efforts.”
South River High School was one of the schools selected by three independent judges (teachers and environmental experts) from among 439 qualified essays, which described the steps taken by each school to help make the world a greener place.
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Free social etiquette and salsa classes for adults and children
The City of Newark is holding classes in "Etiquette and Social Protocol" for adults and children aged 8-17. The classes will teach residents the basics of manners and dining skills, in the atmosphere of a five-star dinner, on three Saturdays: June 6, June 13 and June 20, at the Boylan Recreation Center, 916 South Orange Avenue, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The June 6 class is for children only, aged 8-17. The June 13 and June 20 classes are open to adults and families with children aged 8 and up.
Registration is required for the free class, and applications are available now at the Division of Recreation/Cultural Affairs, at 94 William Street, 2nd Floor only. Class size is limited to 30 students so early registration is encouraged.
Also, Newark will be holding free salsa classes for all ages at the Rotunda Recreation Center on Friday afternoons and evenings through September.
Classes for kids aged 8 through 17 will take place on Fridays from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m., and adult classes will roll from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Attendees are advised to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, and have a willingness to learn the dance steps. The class is a six-week program.
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Ford Motors and Maplecrest Ford Donate $2,000 to West Morris Mendham High School
Representatives from Maplecrest Ford met with high school students and PTO members Monday at Maplecrest Ford to exchange a $2,000 check for the money raised during April’s Drive One 4 UR School Event held at Mendham High School. For every person who took an all-new Ford Fusion, Focus, Flex, or other Ford vehicle for a spin during the Drive One 4 UR School event, Ford Motor Company and Maplecrest Ford donated $20, up to a maximum of $6,000 (300 test drives), to West Morris Mendham High School (WMMHS).
In total, 89 members of the community participated in this unique event which raised $1,780 for WMMHS. Maplecrest Ford donated an additional $220 out of their pockets for a total of $2,000. $1,500 will benefit the PTO’s scholarship fund and the remaining $500 will benefit Project Graduation, which is an evening event held for seniors on graduation night to give them a safe environment to celebrate with friends.
“The event was great,” said Tom Giordano, president, Maplecrest Ford. “We were happy to work with West Morris Mendham High School, and we look forward to hosting another event like this to benefit the students,” said Giordano.
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New Jersey Restaurant Association hosts Culinary Student Day
The New Jersey Restaurant Association (NJRA) and New Jersey Restaurant Education Foundation awarded the 2009 Garden State Silver Plate Scholarship Award to seven local high school seniors at the Hospitality House in Trenton.
The award consisted of a $500 check, engraved silver plate, a chef coat and joint resolution from the Senate & Assembly of New Jersey. The students had to submit a one page essay on “Why the student selected the foodservice industry as their area of study” and “Where do they envision this will take them in the future.”
All of the applicants are a part of the ProStart Curriculum Program’’
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Magnet Theater presents improv comedy shows
Magnet Theater hosts a variety of performances and special events by the best of New York's improv masters and visiting international artists on Tuesdays through Sundays at 254 W. 29th Street, ground floor (between 7th and 8th Avenues), NYC.
A detailed schedule and description of each night's line-up can be found at www.magnettheater.com.
Ticket prices vary; reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (212) 244-8824.
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Free opera concert in New Brunswick
The New Brunswick Free Public Library will host two vocalists in a performance of works ranging from the music of Antonio Vivaldi to that of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joaquìn Turina and many others on Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 p.m. The program, held in the Library's Carl T. Valenti Community Room at 60 Livingston Ave., is open to the public and free of charge.
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Sneak peek at new 2010 Ford Taurus, Fusion, Fusion Hybrid, Mustang at Chapman Ford
Chapman is one of the first dealers in the country to get the new 2010 Taurus – an IIHS Top Safety Pick for two years in a row. To celebrate the arrival of Taurus and three other great new cars from Ford, everyone is invited to a special 2010 New Car Premiere Event at Chapman Main Showroom on Thursday, June 18th from 5:30 to 7:30. You can be one of the first to see the dynamic design of the new 2010 Taurus and to experience its incredible quality and craftsmanship inside and out. But the 2010 New Car Premiere also celebrates the arrival of three other new Ford Cars. You can see and test drive a new 2010 Fusion – America’s most fuel efficient midsize sedan1, with more horsepower than last year. And if you’ve never driven a hybrid, check out the 2010 Fusion Hybrid – with 41 mpg in city driving (8 mpg better than Camry Hybrid). And what better way to celebrate the new 2010 Ford Mustang than to get behind the wheel for a special test drive. We’ll also have door prizes and make sure to enter your name into a drawing for a 2010 Taurus..
Chapman Ford is located at 6744 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp., N.J. 08234
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Meadows Foundation to Host “Classic Urban Harmony” Program
Please join us on Friday evening, June 19, when noted music historians Pam and Charlie Horner present their lively program, “Classic Urban Harmony.” This multimedia presentation will include the history of Rhythm ’n Blues, early 1950s Rock ’n Roll, Doo Wop, and Soul. The program will be held at the Hageman Barn, 209 S. Middlebush Rd. at 7 p.m. Tickets @ $10 each and can be reserved by calling 732-560-1977.
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Learn about television and production at Centenary summer scholars program
Make this summer a fun one by learning something new and innovative. Centenary College will offer a summer enrichment program for 8th to 12th graders starting in July. Student can pick one of eight one-week courses that range in subject matter from Creative Writing to Television and Production.
Matthew Mendres, assistant professor of Communication at Centenary College, will be teaching Television and Production, which will focus on the art of studio and field production. Students who enroll in this course will operate cameras, learn how to direct, use a teleprompter, edit work and how to conduct audio production.
Students will have the opportunity to produce their own short video at the conclusion of the course. Final projects last year include the production of a music video, a talk show and a 15-minute drama.
The curriculum, divided into four sessions, will run from July 5 to July 31. For more details, please call the camp directly at (866) 749-6426 or visit the website at www.centenarycollege.edu/summerscholars.
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New Brunswick Free Public Library to offer creative summer reading program
Area children and teens are invited to "Get Creative" and "Express Yourself" by participating in the New Brunswick Free Public Library's summer reading program from June 20 to August 22. Youth are invited to come to the library and read for prizes from area businesses as well as to take part in special events throughout the summer free of charge.Kicking off the program on Saturday, June 20 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. is Uncle Aloysius, the master storyteller. At the kickoff, children and teens can register for the Summer Reading Club and begin reading to earn prizes.
This summer’s theme, “Be Creative” for children up to sixth grade and “Express Yourself” for teenagers grade seven to grade twelve, will be incorporated into events throughout the summer including video game days, movies, crafts, and much more. Special events include “Project Recycled Runway,” a design competition for teens on July 15 and a juggling workshop for ages 7-14 on July 18.
“Be Creative” will culminate in the library’s Eleventh Annual Summer Fair on August 22. Attendance is by invitation to the exemplary readers for themselves and their families. All participants of “Express Yourself” are invited to win prizes and enjoy free pizza at the Teen Prize Party on August 19 at 3:00 p.m. Registration is required for all programs. For further information, please call the library at 732-745-5108.
The New Brunswick Free Public Library’s “Get Creative” and “Express Yourself” summer reading programs and prizes are sponsored by TD Bank, Cold Stone Creamery, Thomas Sweet, Wendy’s, McDonald’s, and Chili’s.
For further information contact: Sara Warrick or Camille Thompson, New Brunswick Free Public Library; 732-745-510
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Internet Smarts for Children
As part of their Power to Learn program, Cablevision held an “Internet Smarts” event at Linwood Middle School. Power to Learn is an initiative dedicated to integrating technology into education, providing students with curriculum and tools designed to teach safe and appropriate Internet usage.
Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula recognized seventh-grade students as they worked through the Internet Smarts lessons and multiple case studies on online safety topics including Cyberbullying, Social Networking and Copyright Fair Use.
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Passage Theatre Company's Playwrights Lab to present its One-Act Festival
Passage Theatre Company's Playwrights Lab will present its One-Act Festival – an evening of one act plays by local authors featuring regional actors and directors – for three performances Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21.
This year's festival, featuring works by Sonya Aronowitz (Newton, who works Marketing Manager in The Office of Gift Planning/Princeton University) Ian August (Highland Park), James Christy Jr. (Princeton), Lynn Elson (Cranbury), Hope Gatto (Yardville) and Peter Gruen (Lawrenceville), will center around the sounds of Classic Rock.
All performances take place at the historic Mill Hill Playhouse at Front and Montgomery streets in Trenton. Performances: Friday, June 19, 7 pm.; Saturday, June 20, 7 pm.; and Sunday, June 21 at 3 pm. All tickets $15. For reservations, call the box office at (609) 392-0766; order online at www.passagetheatre.org; or at the door one hour before each performance.
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Shakespeare’s The Tempest on outdoor stage
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues its annual summer tradition of family theatre “under-the-stars” with William Shakespeare’s magical and mysterious romance The Tempest directed by Joe Discher. Performances begin on June 24th and continue through August 2th.
Performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 8:15 p.m. at the Greek Theatre on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road (off Madison Avenue/Rt. 124) in Morris Township. This replica of an ancient Greek theatre nestled into the hillside of the bucolic campus offers a theatrical event unique on the East Coast.
Tickets are $32 for adults and $16 for ages 17 and under. For tickets or more information, call 973-408-5600 or visit www.ShakespeareNJ.org. Patrons may also purchase Ticket Packages for additional discounts. Groups of 10 or more are eligible for group discounts.
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'The Beach Bum’s Guide to the Boardwalks of New Jersey'
Authors Dick Handschuch and Sal Marino will discuss their book, The Beach Bum's Guide to the Boardwalks of New Jersey, at the Long Branch Free Public Library. The event will take place Wednesday, July 1st, at 6:30pm at the Main Library, 328 Broadway, Long Branch, New Jersey.
Learn all about the boardwalks along the coast of your favorite state. With facts, trivia, and pictures, this book provides a great guide to anyone interested in our "boards," past and present. Meet the authors, hear their stories, and learn about your home.
This event is free and open to the public. Call 732-222-3900, extension 227 for more information.
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Saint Barnabas Comprehensive Epilepsy Centers awarded highest designation
The Adult and Pediatric Comprehensive Epilepsy Centers, part of The Saint Barnabas Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in Livingston, have been named a Level 4 specialized epilepsy center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC). The Level 4 designation is the highest given by the NAEC and identifies those centers that offer the broadest range of complex medical and surgical treatments for epilepsy. The Program is one of only three in New Jersey to earn this designation.
"This Level 4 designation is shared by the best academic centers in the country," said Eric B. Geller, M.D., Director of the Adult Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. “As a result, our patients have access to a highly-specialized team of health care professionals and the most advanced medical and surgical diagnostic treatment options for epilepsy and other disorders.”
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Clara Maass Medical Center offers elective angioplasty
Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville is now offering elective angioplasty to patients through participation in an important nationwide research study.
The research study, called the Atlantic C-PORT-E Study of elective angioplasty, is undertaken in partnership with Johns Hopkins and Duke University Clinical Research Center. The goal is to determine the success rate of angioplasty performed at hospitals without a cardiac surgery unit.
Clara Maass Medical Center was one of only 12 New Jersey hospitals selected to participate in this 2-year research study for its high level of experience and outstanding cardiac services.
Angioplasty is a procedure in which a small balloon is inserted to open a blocked artery and restore blood flow to the heart. A heart attack can occur if that blood flow becomes completely blocked.
Now, patients can elect to participate in the Atlantic C-Port-E study and may have this procedure performed at Clara Maass Medical Center on an elective basis, where they will remain in the constant care of their trusted physician, and stay close to home. This will ensure continuity of care and maximize patient and family comfort
***Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation names Kenneth Gurbisz
The Board of Trustees of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation has named Kenneth Gurbisz of Eatontown as Deputy Director of Education and Operations. In the newly created position, Gurbisz will oversee the Foundation's day-to-day operations while managing and directing education initiatives.
Gurbisz has an extensive background in education and business and is a Vietnam Veteran.
As a twenty-seven year employee of PSE&G, Gurbisz has held many supervisory and management positions in the company's fossil production department until his retirement in 2003. Gurbisz came out of retirement to teach mathematics at the Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission in Tinton Falls, NJ, and presently serves as an adjunct professor in management at Brookdale Community College.
— ANDY LAGOMARSINO, NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM
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