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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Where to Buy a Christmas Tree in the Caldwells

The Boy Scouts Troop 9 lot opens this weekend.

Christmas is less than a month away and festively lit trees can be seen peeking through windows around the Caldwells. Town trees will be lit this weekend. Is yours up yet? If you are still sans-tree, here are some local places to pick one up. Or perhaps you prefer a drive to the country to cut your own? If you have a favorite place to get a tree, share it in the comments. Pre-Cut, Close and Convenient Caldwell Nursery on Passaic Avenue in West Caldwell is open year-round and during the holidays specializes in Christmas trees, wreathes and other greens. The Troop 9 Boy Scouts Christmas Tree lot opens on Friday, Nov. 30 at the intersection of Central Avenue and Beverly Road in West Caldwell. The scout-run lot will be open daily from 6 to 9 p…

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Proceeds From Holiday Home Tour to Benefit Jersey Shore Schools

Essex Fells PTA and Essex Fells Foundation for Educational Excellence will donate 50% of proceeds from Dec. 11 fundraiser to help rebuilding schools affected by storm.

The Essex Fells PTA and the Essex Fells Foundation for Educational Excellence have announced that 50% of proceeds from the upcoming Holiday Home Tour and Boutique will be donated to New Jersey schools impacted by Hurricane Sandy. The second annual Holiday Home Tour and Boutique will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 11. The self-guided house tour, open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offers a rare opportunity to peek inside eight exclusive Essex Fells' homes. The smallest community in Essex County has just over 700 homes with an average age of 59 years and a median home value of $1.6 million. Tickets can be purchased in advance ($45) or on the day of the tour ($50) at the Essex Fells Country Club, 219 Devon Road, Essex Fells. The Holiday Boutique at the…

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