Jerry giving to Charlotte's defense?.. Two plays open tonight.. Maria and PEPtalk on school moolah.. FB&M gets rehab grant..
PLAINFIELD
PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Be sure to check out fellow Plainfield bloggers: Bernice notes dueling theater productions this weekend. Solution: Go to both! Maria proposes Council's school budget vote is an opportunity for transparency and accountability. Olddoc puts up some pix -- I like Cairo. PEPtalk ponders spending school moolah. Councilor Burney calls attention to an art exhibit and sale/fundraiser for Grace's Kitchen.
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POLITICAL BLOGS and WEBSITES
MAYOR
| Adrian MAPP [website] [blog] | James PIVNICHNY [blog] |
| Sharon ROBINSON-BRIGGS [website] |
ASSEMBLY
| Rick SMILEY [blog] |
| PPS NEWS | PEPTALK | PLAINFIELD TREES |COUNCILOR McWILLIAMS | COUNCILOR MAPP |
| COUNCILOR STORCH | COUNCILOR BURNEY | JERRY GREEN'S PAGE |
POLITICAL BLOGS and WEBSITES
MAYOR
| Adrian MAPP [website] [blog] | James PIVNICHNY [blog] |
| Sharon ROBINSON-BRIGGS [website] |
ASSEMBLY
| Rick SMILEY [blog] |
In April, CLIPS offered to post links to online presences (website, blog, Facebook, etc.) any candidate may be using for the 2009 primary election campaign. That included posting notices of fundraisers, rallies, etc. in the calendar section. Snail mail invitations were sent to each candidate, inviting them to email links and notices to Dan and that the links will be in a special section on the CLIPS page beginning Wednesday, May 6. Links above are to those who have responded. Those not responding include: Carol Ann Brokaw-Boles, Martin Cox, Bob Ferraro and Tom Turner, as well as Assemblyman Jerry Green.
'Raisin in the Sun': "YWCA and arts nonprofit open YW's theater this weekend" -- Photos here.Photo: Courier News
Faith Bricks & Mortar: "$2.5M grant will aid with 10-12 homes" -- Takes organization 'to another level'.
Charlotte DeFilippo: "Lesniak, Cryan start defense fund for embattled U.C. Dem chairwoman"
Ledger: "Ledger makes salary, benefits cuts" -- Story is not on the Ledger site.
Edison School Budget: "Council to take up cutting budget" -- Not an Abbott District, they CAN cut it.
Newark & Stimulus Money: "Newark barred from receiving money for police" -- For past violations.
Princeton U.: "Princeton will save paper by using Amazon's Kindle e-reader"
U.C. Seniors: "At annual luncheon, seniors mull health care costs, honor volunteers"
Cronyism Suit: "Maplewood cops sue chief over promotions" -- Say less senior, less experienced were favored.
Hudson Tunnel: "$200M more pledged for tunnel"
'Ike' Exhibit: "Eisenhower photos mounted at Brookdale College"
Smoking: "'Quit centers' feel crush as smokers pack it in"
Star Trek: "Saga lives long and, fans hope, prospers"
Statue of Liberty: "Lady Liberty's crown will reopen for visitors"
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
- Today thru Sunday - May 8-10. Play: A Raisin in the Sun. Lorraine Hansberry's classic in a production by M.Power Performing Arts, directed by Alrick Brown. Exciting theater, locally produced. Times: Friday, 8 PM; Saturday, 3PM and 8 PM; Sunday, 8:30 PM. At the YWCA of Central NJ, 232 East Front at Church Street. Tickets: $15/person ($30 at the door), $10/students and seniors. Group rates available. Info and reservations: (908) 756-3500 x115 or visit the website at raisinplfd.wordpress.com/, where you can see a video trailer and visit their Facebook page.
- Today thru Sunday - May 8-10. Play: Agatha Christie's 'The Mousetrap'. Plainfield's longest-running theater group takes on the all-time longest running play. Three performances this weekend: Friday and Saturday at 8 PM; Sunday Matinee at 3 PM. Presented by Act IV Productions. At First Unitarian Society of Plainfield, 724 Park Avenue. (Parking in city lot across street.) Tickets: $15/person at the door.
- Tomorrow - May 9. 9 AM - 1 PM. Annual Spring Fishing Derby. Cedar Brook Lake has been stocked with Channel catfish and small-mouthed bass for this annual kids' event. Fishing, treats and giveaways. Bring your own fishing pole. Pack a snack. Sponsored by the Division of Recreation. At Cedar Brook Park Info: (908) 753-3097. (Rain date: May 16).
- Tomorrow - May 9. 6 - 9 PM. Benefit Exhibit & Reception: Art of Ivan Lo. The whimsy and humor of illustrations by artist KuoLiang 'Ivan' Lo for an Economics Journal will on sale. Half of show sales will benefit Grace's Kitchen, a feeding program serving the hungry of Plainfield. Additional viewing Sunday, Noon to 1:30 PM. In Knickle Hall of Grace Episcopal Church, East 7th Street and Cleveland Avenue (entry near 6th Street). Info: (908) 756-1520.
- Monday - May 11. 8 PM. City Council Business Meeting. City Council Chambers/Courthouse. Watchung Avenue and East 4th Street. Public may speak at beginning and end of meeting.
- Tuesday - May 12. 7 PM. Mayoral Candidates Forum at Shiloh Baptist Church. Dr. Gerald Lamont Thomas, Shiloh's pastor, will host this community forum for mayoral candidates in the June Primary election. At Shiloh Baptist Church, 515 West Fourth Street. Info: (908) 754-3353 or visit the website at www.shilohplainfield.org/.
- Tuesday - May 12. 7 PM. FOSH Forum on the PMUA. Owing to community interest in PMUA services, fees and other matters, FOSH is sponsoring an evening with a FOSH representative where questions can be asked and -- hopefully -- answered. In the Anne Louise Davis Meeting Room at the Plainfield Public Library, Park Avenue and 8th Street. FREE.
- Thursday - May 14. 10 AM - Noon. Tenant/Landlord Foreclosure Informational Workshop. What are the rights of tenants when a landlord goes into foreclosure? Attorneys from legal services will present on this timely topic. Sponsored by Plainfield Action Services. At City Hall Library. 515 Watchung Avenue. Parking and entry at the rear of the building. Info: Joy Hilliman (908) 753-3526 or Maria Lopez (908) 753-3525. Refreshments will be served. Public welcome.
- Thursday - May 14. 7 PM. Cable TV Advisory Board. At City Hall Library, 515 Watchung Avenue. Parking and entry in lot behind behind building. Public welcome.
- Saturday - May 16. 9 AM - 2 PM (Rain or shine). Electronics Recycling. Items accepted include: Monitors, keyboards, CPUs, TVs, phones, VCRs, printers and more. (See full list, including conditions and exclusions at www.ucnj.org/recycle/electronics.html.) Sponsored by Union County. At Union County College, Springfield Avenue, Cranford. Pre-registration NOT required, but proof of Union County residence is. Info: (908) 654-9889.
- Saturday - May 16. 2 PM. 'Tom Thumb Wedding'. Presented by Toddler Learning Center. At the Salvation Army, 615 Watchung Avenue (at East 7th Street). Reception follows at Toddler Learning Center, 422 East 6th Street. Tickets: $5 at door.
STATE
2009 Races: "Merkt says he was offered job by Christie to drop out"
Health Insurance: "New record for Jersey kids without health insurance"
Megan's Law: "NJ Supreme Court rejects towns' limits on offenders" -- Courier editorial here.
Miranda Warning: "Flaws in Spanish version of Miranda may damage case"
Supremes: "Court limits bars' liability in DWI cases"
U.S. Attorney: "U.S. AG Holder backs Fishman to replace Christie"
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