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Saturday, October 23, 2010

McWilliams on 'positive change' and Council's exercise of its powers.. Maria stumbles on a mayoral appointment.. Olddoc on latest Muhlenberg maneuvers.. Renata: Why not more community out for 'state of district'?.. Jerry thanked by Clark.. Dr. E=MC²: Are we ready to move on?..

Superintendent:  "Plainfield schools chief, board settle" -- What will the cost be of breaking his contract?
Hudson Rail Tunnel --
RECENT POSTS: Olddoc on the latest Muhlenberg developments. Maria looks for city org chart, discovers Mayor has made an acting appointment. Councilor McWilliams revisits 'positive change' and takes up the question of whether the Council is using its power responsibly. Jerry is thanked by Clark for taking part in Realtors Day. BOE member Renata Hernandez posts at Standing In The Gap, a letter from the Board president on the settlement with Dr. Gallon, and notes low citizen turnout for 'state of district' address (who even knew?). Teacher blog Dr. E=MC², notes Gallon settlement, asks if we're ready to move on. Vashon Hill blogs at A Student's Perspective, with an update on the Leadership Project's activities.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING
  • Today - October 23. 10 AM - 2 PM. Annual AKA Free Clothing Giveaway.  The Theta Phi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority hosts its annual free clothing giveaway, featuring a wide selection of nice clothing items for men, women and children. At the YWCA, 232 East Front Street (corner of Church Street). FREE.

  • Today - October 23. 10 AM - 3 PM. Community Scrapbooking and Memory Making Event.  Bring your favorite photos and learn how to tell your story. Albums and multi-cultural supplies will be available for purchase. A scrapping share-and-swap table will be available. Featured vendor: 'Creative Memories'. Complimentary refreshments provided. Info: Ms. Edwards-Clark, (908) 753-3097. FREE ENTRY.

  • Tomorrow - October 24. 3 PM. Crescent Concerts: 12th Annual Young Artists Showcase. Glimpse the future of classical music through the talents of these five young artists: (Voice) Anna Dugan, (Cello) Sophia Bacelur, and (Piano) Audrey Luo, Kevin Jang and Connie Wang. Tickets: $20, $15/Senior, $5/Students. At Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church, East 7th Street and Watchung Avenue. (Parking in church lot, on street, or in Swain Galleries lot). Info (908) 756-2468 or crescentconcerts.org/.

  • Tomorrow - October 24. 4 - 6 PM. Call Party for Democratic Candidates. Join fellow Democrats in a nationwide calling party in support of Democratic candidates for state and federal offices across the country. Bring your cellphone! At New Democrats for Plainfield HQ, 110 East Seventh Street (in the Scott Drug building). Parking in city lot next door.

  • Monday - October 25. 6:30 PM. POP/Restore Muhlenberg Coalition. Meeting at duCret School of the Arts, 1030 Central Avenue. Parking and entrance to building at the rear of the campus complex.

  • Tuesday - October 26. 7:30 PM. Historic Preservation Commission. City Hall Library. Public invited. Parking and entry at rear of building.

  • Wednesday - October 27. 5 PM Sharp. Community Basketball Trip: Nets vs. Pistons. Bus leaves City Hall parking lot at 5 PM and returns at 11 PM. Tickets are first come, first served with a limit of two (2) per household. $55/person includes game ticket and transportation. Info and purchases at the Division of Recreation, City Hall Annex (510 Watchung Avenue) or call (908) 73-3097.

  • Wednesday - October 27. 7 PM. League of Women Voters Candidate Forum. Celebrating 90 years of electoral and community activism, the Plainfield chapter's candidate forum features candidates for Plainfield City Council - Ward 1: Bill Reid (D) and Sean Alfred (R) and Wards 2/3 at- large: Rebecca Williams (D) and Jim Pivnichny (R). At Emerson Community School, East 3rd Street at Emerson Avenue.

  • Wednesday - October 27. 7:30 PM. Plainfield Shade Tree Commission. City Hall Library. Public invited. Parking and entry at rear of building.

  • Thursday - October 28. 7:00 PM. Cable TV Advisory Board. City Hall Library. Public invited. Parking and entry at rear of building.

  • Friday - October 29. 6 PM. Division of Recreation Halloween Party. The annual kids Halloween party includes costume contest, prizes, snacks, candy and lots of fun. The event provides a safe and fun environment for children ages 5 - 10. Parents MUST accompany children. At Washington Community School, 427 Darrow Avenue (parking in Spooner Avenue lot). Info: (908) 753-3097.

  • Saturday - October 30. 7 PM. Boys & Girls Club Casino Night Benefit. Join supporters of all the Union County Boys & Girls Clubs for their first annual casino night. Entry gives you $200 in play money, casino games, food and an open bar. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, a silent auction, prizes to win and music throughout the evening. Tickets: $100/person. At Twin Brooks Country Club, Watchung. Info: Alan Kornblum at (908) 687-7976 x4, or email akornblum@bgcuc.org.
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