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Bear seen wandering N.J. town on Sunday
Maplewood police are urging residents to be wary of a black bear seen roaming the township Sunday. Multiple sightings of the bear were reported to Maplewood officials on Sunday, police said. It was unclear if police are planning invasive action to coax the bear away from homes. The township is...
Feature Film Needs Actors From NJ For Paid Roles Up To $4.5K
Lucky Elephant Films, an independent company, is casting specifically out of Somerville for "The Family Recipe." According ot the casting call, the film is "a grounded, fun, funny, little bit edgy, coming-of-age family comedy" that's based on the award-winning screenplay of the same name. Some of the roles include Alison,...
N.J. Mexican restaurant to be awarded world record for largest tequila collection
With over 1,000 bottles of tequila, Meximodo in Metuchen will soon officially be recognized as the eatery with the world’s largest agave spirits collection. The Mexican cruise restaurant and bar is set to claim its title Wednesday — on National Tequila Day — as a Guinness World Record holder, officials said.
New Jersey shelters offer $50 adoption fees for dogs
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – Three New Jersey animal shelters are hoping to find loving homes for dogs at their shelter by offering $50 adoption all weekend long, Associated Humane Societies announced on Friday. “Adopting an adult dog comes with numerous benefits,” read a statement provided by AHS. Adult dogs are typically past the puppy stage, […]
Visit This Moonshine Tasting Room In New Jersey
How about taking a road trip for some Moonshine? Shhh though because this is a very quiet place for us to enjoy. If you never had Moonshine, you will be in for a very special treat this summer. One thing you have to keep in mind this stuff can be very powerful, so make sure if you and your friends are going to have some drinks, make sure you have a sober driver.
Good Samaritan Replaces Missing Sundial at Clark's Historic Plantation Museum
CLARK, NJ — TAPinto Clark reported a few weeks back on the missing historic sundial over at the township's 17th century Dr. William Robinson Plantation Museum. Representatives of the museum have just announced that, while the sundial has not turned up, a new one was donated by an anonymous Good Samaritan, left on the very spot of the original. Back around mid-June, museum workers noticed that their cherished sundial had been stolen.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Despite an announcement to the community, a plea for the sundial's return on the museum's message board, and...
3 hot dog joints voted among NYC’s best are actually in NJ
As Bruce Springsteen sang in “Jack Of All Trades,” it’s all happened before and it’ll happen again. It isn’t the first time the most amazing New York City food establishments of a certain category wound up being named as a place across the river in New Jersey.
Kenilworth's Bubbles and Baskets Laundromat to Host Laundry and Ice Cream Event
KENILWORTH, NJ - On Saturday, August 3, Kenilworth's new and improved laundromat, Bubbles & Baskets, located at 630 Boulevard is collaborating with Park Ice Cream! Please see the following announcement that was recently posted to the establishment's social media page.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER How likely is a collaboration between a laundromat and an ice cream parlor? Very likely at Bubbles and Baskets Laundromat! On August 3 from 1pm to 3pm come by for @parkicecreamco ice cream cart! One cup for free, if you come in to do laundry. Otherwise it’s only $5.00 for a...
Longtime Union Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday with Family and Friends
UNION, NJ - Family and friends gathered together on Saturday to celebrate the 100th birthday of longtime Union resident Mary Izzo. Izzo was born on July 17, 1924. She moved from Newark to Union in 1965. She raised five children and became a consummate volunteer, including as the town's Girl Scout troop organizer, as the leader of Troop 588 for twenty years, and as a Washington Rock Girl Scout delegate. She also provided invaluable input as a member of the executive board for a local PTA.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Izzo held the...
Union County Connects Unveil Brand New Mural in Roselle Park
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The borough grew a little brighter recently, as Union County Connects, a 501(c)(3) charity that advocates for safer trail networks in Union County, unveiled a brand-new mural featuring a historical rendition of the Rahway Valley Railroad Engines. Painted on the Son-Rise Document Solutions building at the outskirts of the borough, the mural welcomes travelers into Roselle Park. The mural was created by a Jersey City-based street artist, known as "Distort", who has composed many murals throughout New Jersey. Roselle Park Councilmember Jay Robaina also spoke at the event.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER It commemorates the Rahway...
Kapadokya Offers Baklava, Borek, Other Authentic Turkish Treats on Albany Street
NEW BRUNSWICK – The baklava at New Brunswick’s new Turkish bakery is sweet, but it’s nuanced and somewhat understated. Each bite starts with a slight crunch of the baked phyllo dough and ends with this gooey treat latching itself to the roof of your mouth. This may be the signature dish at this Turkish bakery at 120 Albany St., but it has a lot of competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The case at Kapadokya at 120 Albany Street is a colorful feast for the eyes, filled with cookies, cakes, pastries and other sweet,...
Eyes of the Wild brings exotic animals to the library
KENILWORTH, NJ — Eyes of the Wild, an exotic animal rescue, recently had a presentation at Kenilworth Public Library. The program offered the opportunity to learn about and view up close exotic animals. More than 40 children — and their parents — were in attendance. Presenter Samantha...
Making it Personal: Interior Designer Valerie Grant Re-Imagines Her Own Home
Valerie Grant, owner of Summit, New Jersey-based Valerie Grant Interiors, took on a design project for her own home, where she and her husband are focusing on their new chapter as empty nesters. Refreshing interiors reflect the shift from a children-centered home to one serving the needs of a couple. While still family-focused, a mix of personal and public spaces emphasize comfortable, stylish living. A special focus on entertainment-oriented areas makes the home equally inviting for intimate or grand occasions. The chic design embraces a mixture of textures, colors and layers to reflect the couples’ personalities as they enter this exciting new phase in their life.
Michigan Deli Lunch Specials July 22
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out! Shrimp Stir Fry served over Rice $14.95CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Homemade Meatball Parm Panini, served w/FF $14.50 Southwestern BBQ Salad” BBQ Grilled Chicken over Mixed Greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, shredded cheddar, served with Ranch Dressing $14.95 Homemade Soups of the Day: Italian Wedding or Chicken Pasta or Rice $5.00 DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Michigan Deli is located at 219 Market Street. Nestled between the industrial borders...
What's a Didgeridoo? Find out on Thursday at Clark Public LIbrary
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Public Library will hold a special show, Didgeridoo Down Under, this Thursday, July 25, for children four-years-old and up. The library invites guests to participate in an "epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas," and much more.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "[M]usic, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation" will all come together for an unforgettable experience! For more information and to register, click here. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Tony Bennett celebration tour will come to Englewood, Morristown and Red Bank
A 20-date tour endorsed by the Tony Bennett estate and titled “Tony Bennett — The Official Musical Celebration” will take place in October and include shows at BergenPAC in Englewood, Oct. 13; The Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, Oct. 23; The Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, Oct. 24; and The NYCB at Westbury Theatre in Westbury, New York, Oct. 27.
We tried two types of unique pancakes this week — and loved both
This past week brought me a hard-earned podium at a mountainous Poconos 10K, 100K followers on @northjerseyeats and my second most-read news article for The Record. AKA, it was a week of wins. I can't say, however, that I was surprised by the first two — I've been hitting the...
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