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Thursday, September 23, 2010

Maria posts City audits for '07, '08, '09.. Olddoc: Why no call from Council for forensic audit?.. Bernice: LWV sets candidate forum.. Mapp links to Schools Report Card.. Dr. E=MC² celebrates new administration's best practices, student-centered focus..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
ShotSpotter Project:  "Plainfield residents voice mixed opinions on proposal"
Boys Soccer:  "Plainfield loses to New Providence 1-0 in 23rd minute"
Letter, Courier:  "Piscataway resident rallies to defense of Robinson-Briggs" -- By William Thompson.
Spivey's Blog:  "Queen City Roots"
Former Mayor Mark Fury:  "Trenton man admits killing former state worker" -- Fury for the defense.

Authorities:  "Bergen authority pays big: Millions go to politically juiced contractors" -- UCIA, anyone?
Linden:  "Under state threat of fines for lateness, Linden adopts budget"
Newark:  "Oprah to host Christie, Booker for $100M school gift by Facebook CEO"
North Plainfield:  "Birdsall Bath Design giving away free water-conserving shower heads" -- Yes, free.
South Plainfield:  "Borough approves speed reduction on Cherry Street" -- A 'shortcut' street.

Hudson Rail Tunnel:  "Christie stalls tunnel, Lesniak proposes taxing commuters"
'Race to Top' Flap --
State Pensions:  "Poll: Opinion divided on cutting benefits of current pensioners"

Bell, Cal. Officials:  "City officials arrested on charges of misappropriating $5.5M" -- 'Corruption on steroids'.

RECENT POSTS: Bernice notes the LWV is scheduling a candidate forum in late October; Halloween approaches; and trimming shrubs cuts back on petty crime. Olddoc finds the Administration didn't do needed homework on ShotSpotter; asks when Council will call for a forensic audit, and more. Maria posts city audits for 2007, 2008 and 2009. Jerry posts legislative press release on failure to override women's health care veto. Councilor Mapp links to NJ Spotlight's online School Report Card. Jackie Schnoop's The (TV) Show Must Go On, posts TV tidbits & trivia, plus Survivor (Nicaraugua) blog party. Dr. E=MC², without 'casting dispersions' on critics of the District, celebrates the new administration's embrace of student-centered curricula, focused to implement best practices.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING
  • CALL FOR ENTRIES (Deadline October 1). 5th ANNUAL LIBRARY PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST. 'East Side, West Side, All Around the Town' is the theme for this year's Plainfield Public Library photography contest. Professional and amateur photographers of all ages are invited to enter up to five (5) photographs of contemporary images of Plainfield. Entries will make up an exhibit which will open in October with a reception and awards presentation. All entries become a part of the Library's extensive photographic record of Plainfield life. Entry forms are available at the Library or online at the Library website (here). The contest is jointly sponsored each year by the Library and the Friends of the Plainfield Public Library. Info: (908) 757-1111 x136.

  • Through September. During regular hours. Annual Library Book Sale. Book sale coordinator Mary Ellen Rogan announces the Plainfield Public Library's largest book sale ever -- with over 6,000 books on all subjects. In these times of severe budget pressures, proceeds of the sale will be more important than ever  in supporting Library programs -- including Children's Services, Adult Literacy and Local History. Open to the public at no charge. In the pool area on the lower level at the Plainfield Public Library, Park Avenue and 8th Street.

  • Today - September 23. 9 AM - 3ish PM. Farmer's Market: Stillman Farms of Robbinsville. Fresh fruits and veggies. Vacant lot between City Hall and Salvation Army, Watchung Avenue.

  • Today - September 23. 7 PM. Cable TV Advisory Board. At City Hall Library, 515 Watchung Avenue. Parking and entry in lot behind  behind building. Public welcome.

  • Saturday - September 25. 9 AM - 1 PM. Annual Fall Fishing Derby. The annual fishing event, with a prize for Biggest Fish. The Lake will be stocked with Channel Catfish and Small Mouth Bass. Sponsored by the Division of Recreation. At Cedar Brook Park Lake. Info: (908) 753-3097. RAIN DATE: October 2.

  • Saturday - September 25. 9 AM. Plainfield Y-to-Y Bike Ride. This motorcycle fun ride sponsored by the Plainfield YMCA will help send local kids to summer camp. The ride departs the Plainfield Y for YMCA Camp Mason in Hardwick, where participants will share a (provided) lunch. Registration: $25/biker, $15/passenger. Proceeds benefit the Plainfield YMCA Summer Day Camp scholarships. Info: (908) 756-6060 or email pnelson@plainfieldy.org. RAIN DATE: October 9.s

  • Saturday - September 25. 10 AM. Dedication of Joe Black Baseball Field at Hub Stine. Join with Board of Ed, city officials and members of Joe Black's family for the dedication of the baseball field at the Hub Stine complex in memory of Black, the first African American to pitch in a World Series game. At the Hub Stine Complex, Randolph Road, across from Muhlenberg. More info on the District's website here. FREE.

  • Saturday - September 25. 7 PM. Plainfield Symphony 91st Season Kickoff: Master Class with Jamie Bernstein. This is going to be a real treat -- Lenny Bernstein's daughter Jamie will lead this interactive lecture/performance looking at how three American composers borrowed (and stole?) from others both to pay homage to them and to show off their own uniqueness. Composers Lenny Bernstein, Aaron Copland and Charles Ives are the subjects. Don't miss this unique opportunity. Tickets: $45 reserved seating, $25 general admission. Info: (908) 561-5140 or  www.plainfieldsymphony.org/ (tickets can be purchased online). At Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church, East 7th Street and Watchung Avenue (parking in lot on First Place or at Swain Galleries).

    Martinis & More, Symphony After-Party. Attendees are invited at 9:00 PM to the after-party at the home of Craig Bowman and John Stewart, where Jamie Bernstein will be a special guest. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and desserts. $50/person, payable at the door. At 308 West 8th Street (parking at Higgins Home for Funerals, 8th & Madison).
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