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Friday, February 11, 2011

Olddoc will be controversial later, for now posts a nude.. Maria: School budget alert.. Bernice: More on Hispanic commission's sunset clause.. Renata on youth/community initiatives.. Jerry to be recognized by Menendez.. Rucker on public housing, compares Plainfield and Glens Falls..

NJ Museum of Agriculture:  "Cuts in state funding lead to demise of NJ's ag museum" -- Ledger | Courier |
OPRA:  "Appeals court backs hearing in case of Courier and Raritan Boro"
South Plainfield:  "Police search for man in armed robbery of dollar store"

Gov. Christie:  "Christie criticizes Obama on high-speed rail, wireless Internet"
Energy Costs:  "BPU looks to balance consumer subsidies against consumer savings"
Home Prices:  "Union, Somerset County prices up about 7%, but sales down"
Privatization:  "Assembly considers constitutional amendment on privatizing" -- Ledger | Gannett |
Redistricting:  "Latino stronghold Perth Amboy one redistricting battlefront"
Residency Requirements:  "Don't force NJ workers to become NJ residents" -- Editorial, Courier.
Schools Construction:  "SDA chief dodges Assembly committee inquiry"
State Museum:  "Board asks director to resign"

Black History:  "Parted in Death: Segregation in NJ cemeteries"

RECENT POSTS: Bernice tries to divine how Hispanic Commission's sunset conditions can be measured. Olddoc will be posting something controversial later, but offers thoughts on writing and some JAMA art (they put nudes on the AMA magazine covers? Hmmm..). Maria notes Superintendent's proposed budget is due today; budget will be on agenda next Tuesday. Jerry posts on a Black History Month program at Soaries' church honoring the Legislative Black Caucus; and 3rd redistricting hearing. BOE member Renata Hernandez reports at Standing In The Gap, on several important youth and community involvement initiatives (alas, the school budget is not among them). Tony Rucker, at Queen City Progressive, continues his look at public housing with a reader-suggested comparison with Glens Falls, NY.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
  • GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: It's that time of year. I'll publish contact info for any and all selling Girl Scout cookies -- send details to plaindan at gmail dot com.

  • Tomorrow - February 12.  7 PM. DuCABARET: Plainfield Symphony Cabaret. Plainfield cabaret sensation John DeMarco headlines an evening of cabaret with seven other performers, plus supper, open bar and desserts. Silent auction and silent art auction with noted nature painters. Proceeds benefit the Plainfield Symphony. Read more about the complete program here. Tickets: $75/person. At duCret School of the Arts, 1030 Central Avenue. Park in lot at rear of complex, entrance to hall directly from lot. Info and online ticket sales at www.plainfieldsymphony.org/.

  • Sunday - February 13. 2 - 4 PM. Exhibit: Muhlenberg - Healing Hands and History. An exhibit of historic photos, documents, memorabilia and a video about three centuries of medical care in Plainfield, highlighting Muhlenberg Hospital and the dedication of its staff to the health of Plainfield and area residents. At the Drake House, 602 West Front Street (at the foot of Plainfield Avenue). Info: (908) 755-5831 or visit the website at www.drakehousemuseum.org/.

  • Monday - February 14. 8 PM. City Council Business Meeting. City Council Chambers/Courthouse. Watchung Avenue and East 4th Street. Public may speak on agenda items at beginning of meeting, on any item at end of meeting. Agendas are posted online here www.plainfield.com/Info_Agendas.htm.

  • Tuesday - February 15. 7 PM. FOSH Monthly Meeting. Planning for the annual FOSH Yard Sale event and the United Way's Maidens in May house tour. At Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church, East 7th Street and Watchung Avenue. (Parking in church lot, on street, or in Swain Galleries lot).

  • Wednesday - February 16. 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Plainfield Chamber of Commerce: State of Business Meeting. Join with members of the Chamber of Commerce, the SID and others at this free event as we share plans for attracting more businesses to the Plainfield area. Presenters include Jacques Howard, acting director of DPWUD on economic development, and FrankCretella of Landmark Development on projects he is undertaking in the central business district. Special invited guests include Sen. Frank Lautenberg, Congressman Frank Pallone,  Assemblyman Jerry Green, Mayor Sharon Robinson-Briggs, Plainfield City Council and Union County Freeholders. At PNC Bank, Park Avenue and West 2nd Street. Info: (908) 757-5155. FREE.

  • Thursday - February 17. 5 - 8 PM. Free Flu Shot Clinic. Health Officer Mark Colicchio offers free flu shots on a walk-in basis while supplies last. At St. Mary's Church, 516 West 6th Street (near Liberty Street). Info: (908) 753-3092.

  • Thursday - February 17. 8 PM. Planning Board. City Hall Library. Public invited. Parking and entry at rear of building.

  • Sunday - February 20. 3 PM. Annual AKA African-American History Celebration. The Plainfield chapter, Theta Phi Omega, hosts its annual African-American history pageant in cooperation with Ivy Visions. A range of local talent will be presented. Light refreshments will follow the free program. At Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church, East 7th Street and Watchung Avenue. (Parking in church lot, on street, or in Swain Galleries lot). Info: Mrs. Lonnie Brice at (908) 464-8473 or by email to lpbrice@aol.com.
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