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Sunday, August 19, 2012

West Caldwell Library to Hold Free Family Fun Day

Free lunch, plus a concert, magic and games at Crane Park on Sunday, August 19.

The West Caldwell Public Library will hold the fourth annual "Family Fun in the Park" on Sunday, August 19. The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. in Crane Park. There will be Plinko, frisbee fling, and bean bag toss, as well as children's crafts and face painting. Magician David Corsaro will perform a magic show at 12:30 p.m.  Then, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., the popular local band Stephanie White and Company will perform in the Gazebo. They are known for playing pop, rock and jazz by such musicians as Jason Mraz, Aerosmith, Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Roy Orbison and Alicia Keys. A free lunch will be provided by Gennaro's Cucina and Great American Cookies. This event is sponsored by PNC Bank, VitaQuest International LLC, the Friends of…

Friday, August 3, 2012

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PHOTOS: Springsteen Cover Concert Rocks Gazebo

Photos from Tramps Like Us concert in West Caldwell.

New Jersey loves its native son Bruce Springsteen. So it's no surprise that the Springsteen cover band, Tramps Like Us, attracted the biggest crowd to date to the West Caldwell Gazebo this summer. The performance was sponsored by ShopRite of West Caldwell, which provided food for the night. The free West Caldwell Gazebo concert season ends next Thursday, August 9, with the Next Stage Ensemble performing Shakespeare.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Caldwell Library Offers Free Summer Concerts

Series continues Wednesday with a Bluegrass band.

The Caldwell Public Library kicked off its free Summer Concert Series last week with a performance by members of the Bloomfield Mandolin Orchestra. It was standing room only for the program, which included many Italian favorites with a solo played by Caldwell's own, Franco DiGangi of Franco's Barber Shop.  The series continues on the next three Wednesdays. All concerts are at 6:30 p.m. July 25—Bluegrass August 1—Irish Music August 8—Ben Silver Sing-a-Long For details and reservations, call the Caldwell Public Library at 973-226-2837 or visit www.caldwellpl.org. For information about the Bloomfield Mandolin Orchestra visit their website at www.mandolin.bloomfieldfm.org or call 973-780-4249.    

Saturday, July 14, 2012

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PHOTOS: Buffett Fans Flock to Crane Park

Jimmy Buffett tribute band, Parrot Beach, delights audience as part of Gazebo concert series.

Concert-goers sang along to Jimmy Buffett songs at Crane Park as the West Caldwell free Gazebo concert series continued on Thursday night. The tribute band Parrot Beach also played popular songs from Sam Cooke, Van Morrison and Lionel Richie as fans danced and clapped along at the concert sponsored by Stop & Shop. The park opened at 6:30 and visitors could buy sandwiches and snacks, along with Rita's Italian Ice for dessert, and the music started playing around 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from the food sale were going to be donated to the West Essex First Aid Squad, whose members were on hand for any emergencies. The weather was comfortable and fake fire torches lit up the stage. The concert series continues next Thursday with a Journey tribute …

Friday, July 13, 2012

The Weekender: Free Summer Concerts, Magic, Movies and More

What's happening in and around the Caldwells.

Here are some of the events happening this weekend in the Caldwells and neighboring towns. To see all the events click on EVENTS at the top of this page. Log into Patch and add your events anytime. CALDWELLS WHAT:  Caldwell Farmers' Market WHERE: Municipal lot between Smull and Personette (behind the Caldwell Cinema) WHEN:  Friday from noon to 6 p.m. WHY GO: The market is a seasonal open air market featuring Jersey Fresh produce in season as well as specialty vendors offering farm-raised meats, locally produced cheeses, pies, breads and other fresh baked goods, gourmet nuts, olive oils, freshly made pastas, and prepared foods. From 1 to 2 p.m. this week, be dazzled by professional magician David Corsaro. His enthusiastic blend of magic and…

Friday, June 29, 2012

The Weekender & Fireworks!!!

The Caldwell Farmers' Market Opens on Friday!

Here are some of the events happening this weekend in the Caldwells and neighboring towns. To see all the events click on EVENTS at the top of this page.  If you love fireworks check out all the towns listed to see the date and time of their displays.  Applebee’s Celebrates July 4th with Free Kids' Meals at all NJ Locations!  Families who dine at Applebee’s anytime on Wednesday, July 4 will receive up to two free Kids’ Meals with each adult entrée purchased. The free meals are valid for children ages 12 and under, dine-in only, on any Applebee’s Kids’ Menu entrée. CALDWELLS WHAT:  Caldwell Farmers Market WHERE: Municipal Lot between Smull and Personette (behind the Caldwell Cinema) WHEN:  Friday Noon to 6 p.m. WHY GO: The market is a …

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