Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Support the Cedar Grove High School Class of 2013 and get a chance to win some great Super Bowl prizes.
The Association of Parents and Teachers of Cedar Grove High School are dishing out some excellent Super Bowl-themed prizes this month to raise money for the Cedar Grove High School Class of 2013. Proceeds from the fund-raising raffle will go toward project graduation for Cedar Grove High School's graduating seniors. “The raffle prize will be a 50-inch flat screen television and a Foodtown-donated and catered Super Bowl party package of food which will serve 8-10 people,” said Barbara Silber, Publicity Coordinator for the Association. Raffle tickets can be purchased for $10 by contacting Colleen DeLora at (973)-785-2181 or email deluxe1025@hotmail.com. The drawing for the Grand Prize will be held on Jan. 31 at Cedar Grove High School, 90 …
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Monday, January 21, 2013
In addition to Beauty and the Beast performances, the cast will hold special events for senior citizens and youngsters.
Cedar Grove High School will present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast in February featuring some of the school's most talented performers. Tickets are now on sale for each of the three performances to be held Thursday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The role of the Beast will be played by Senior Alex Campbell while Belle will be portrayed by Senior Courtney Buckworth. The performance will cost $10 for adults and $8 for students and senior citizens and is held in the Cedar Grove High School Auditorium, located at 90 Rugby Road. Seniors Students will also hold a special free dinner and dress rehearsal for senior citizens on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 5:30 p.m. Interested seniors can RSVP by …
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
A bake sale and gold and silver-buying fundraiser will be held prior to the concert.
Cedar Grove High School will kick-off its annual Winter Concert tonight at 7 p.m. This year's theme is “Wherever You Are,” featuring performances from the concert band, concert orchestra, concert choir and select choir. “This year's program will include selections ranging from early Renaissance music to contemporary ballads, and will end with a combined group performance of 'A Classic Christmas,'” said Barbara Silber, Parent Publicity Volunteer for Cedar Grove High School Music Matters. A bake sale will take place before the concert and during intermission. A gold and silver-buying fundraiser will be held before the concert starting at 4 p.m. and running to 6:15 p.m, sponsored by Cedar Grove High School's Music Matters Association, the …
Friday, December 7, 2012
Jewish Festival of Lights begins at sundown Saturday with party in West Orange.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
The past week has featured a slew of holiday events celebrating the arrival of Santa Claus, a plethora of holiday tree lightings and a chill in the air making the season feel more like the holiday season. Here are a few weekend events to keep the holiday spirit alive: Verona Senior Club Christmas Party Today, Dec. 7, Noon The party will be held at Ravello, 138 Eagle Rock Ave., East Hanover. Entertainment will be provided by "Ted Bennett Duo." To make a reservation for the party, please call, (973) 857-4830. The Senior bus will be available for this event. Fee is $25/person (Senior Club members) or $30 for guests - beer/wine not included. Holiday Drop & Shop Nights Today, Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Bloomfield Civic Center 84 Broad St., Bloomfield $10 …
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Five students from Cedar Grove High School will perform in the “Christmas Spectacular” on Dec. 7 at Caldwell College.
Five band students from Cedar Grove High School will be performing in the Caldwell College Honor Band and Choir Holiday Concert this year, a prestigious honor for high school students. The students selected are senior Alex Campbell, French horn; senior Will Reinhardt, flute; senior Johnny Frabrazzo, trumpet; sophomore Jennie Silber and freshman Peter Candia each on alto saxophone. The “Christmas Spectacular” will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7 in the Caldwell College Student Center Auditorium. The college is located at 9 Ryerson Avenue in Caldwell, just off of Bloomfield Ave. The students were nominated by Cedar Grove High School Music Teacher Jennifer Jessen-Foose. Tickets are $10 for general admission and free for Caldwell College …
Friday, November 30, 2012
Book sales, toy drives, Reindeer Run just a few of the weekend events.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
This weekend marks the first full holiday season weekend, post-Thanksgiving, in North Jersey. Whether you plan on heading to the mall, shopping locally or shopping online, there are plenty of other ways to keep you busy this weekend. Here's just a few: Rummage Sale Today, Noon Bethany Lutheran Church 262 Joralemon St, Belleville FREE Featuring New and used clothing for men, women, teens, children and infants. Includes winter coats for the entire family as well as household appliances, arts & crafts, tools and accessories and many more. Friends of the Verona Public Library Annual Book Sale Tonight, 7 p.m. Verona Public Library 17 Gould St., Verona All proceeds benefit the Verona Library. Friday night is preview night for "Friends" members…
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Proceeds were donated to the American Red Cross to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
The Cedar Grove High School Music Department held a Benefit Concert on Saturday, Nov. 17 to raise money for families affected by Hurricane Sandy. The performance featured solos, duets, bands and the Cedar Grove High School Select and Concert Choir. Donations were collected at the door with all proceeds going to the American Red Cross to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
The Cedar Grove High School Music Department will hold a Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert on Saturday, Nov. 17. The performance will feature solos, duets, bands and the Cedar Grove High School Select and Concert Choir. The concert runs from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Cedar Grove High School auditorium, located at 90 Rugby Road. A suggested $5 donation for students and $7 donation for adults will be collected at the door. All proceeds will go to the American Red Cross to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
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Thursday, August 30, 2012
Mark your calendars with these important reminders.
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Thursday, August 30, 2012
Verona students go back to school on Thursday, Sept. 6. Cedar Grove students return the following Monday, Sept. 10. Here are a few dates to keep in mind for both districts as you plan the next few months. If you have anything to add, please let us know in the comments section below or email jack.durschlag@patch.com. The Verona school district is closed on Monday, Sept. 17 and on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Students have half-days for teacher professional development on Monday, Oct. 8 and Wednesday, Oct. 31. In November, schools are closed on Nov. 6, 8, and 9, and for Thanksgiving on Nov. 22 and 23. On Dec. 21, there will be another half-day for teacher professional development. Schools also are closed starting Monday, Dec. 24, re-opening on …
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
New Jersey Monthly biannual report reveals Cedar Grove improved 29 places, Verona fell 17 slots in 2012 survey.
Cedar Grove school officials are elated with a magazine’s report showing the district advanced 29 places in a poll of the state’s top high schools. However, officials in Verona are questioning that district falling 17 places in the poll. Both schools are cautioning the rankings are being taken “with a grain of salt.” New Jersey Monthly’s recently released biannual 2012 ranking of 328 Top NJ High Schools shows Cedar Grove schools advancing from a 2010 ranking of 103 to a 2012 ranking of 74 while Verona fell from number 53 on the 2010 list to number 70 this year. That’s the way to do it,” said Cedar Grove Board of Education President Frank Mandala. “We’re going in the right direction.” “We are adjusting to changes,” he continued. “The …
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Brian Altschul
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