Thursday, May 23, 2013
Outdoor movie series in Verona includes 'How to Train Your Dragon,' 'Singin’ in the Rain,' 'Enchanted' and 'Casablanca.'
The Essex County Free Friday Flicks film series will be held every Friday in June at Essex County Kip's Castle Park in Verona. The free film series includes selections for children as well as adults. All movies will be shown under the stars on the grounds of historic Kip's Castle. Essex County Kip's Castle Park is located at 22 Crestmont Road in Verona, on the border of Montclair. Gates open at 7 p.m. Movies begin at dusk. The schedule of movies is as follows: June 7: “How to Train Your Dragon,” Rated PG Set in the mythical world of burly Vikings and wild dragons, this animated action comedy tells the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn’t exactly fit in with his tribe’s longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. Rain date: …
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. Wednesday announced a $1.5 million renovation to Kip's Castle Park in Verona.
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. unveiled the county’s Kip’s Castle renovation plans Wednesday designed to bring the century-old home into the 21st century while maintaining its historical integrity. On hand to hear the county executive describe Phase One of the renovation project at the summit of Kip's Castle Park were Verona Mayor Frank Sapienza, Deputy Mayor Bob Manley, Verona Township Manager Joseph Martin, Kip's Castle Conservancy members Anthony Ambrosio and Jane Eliasof, as well as Essex County Freeholder Brendan Gill and Essex County Sheriff Armando Fontoura “We have restored the roadways, paths and lighting with grant money from Green Acres and open space,” said DiVincenzo. “We will complete phase after phase until…
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Verona's Kip's Castle show its holiday spirit.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
This past weekend Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. invited the public to celebrate the holiday season and participate in the Fourth Annual Essex County Historic Holiday House Tour. Thirteen Essex County historic sites were decorated for the holidays and open to the public for a weekend tour. The tour included Essex County Kip’s Castle in Verona, the Walther House at the Essex County Presby Memorial Iris Gardens in Montclair, Ballantine House at Newark Museum, Canfield-Morgan House and Museum in Cedar Grove, Force Homestead and Museum in Livingston, Glenmont at Thomas Edison National Historical Park in West Orange, Grover Cleveland Birthplace in Caldwell and Kingsland Manor and the Nutley Museum in Nutley.
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 …
Friday, October 5, 2012
Two free puppet shows, for children 7 and younger, will be held on October 6 at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. at Kip's Castle.
The Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs will be hosting two children’s puppet shows at Kip's Castle on October 6. The first show, Puppet Jamz will begin at 2 p.m. and the second show, Funny Farm, starts at 3 p.m. Each presentation will be 30 minutes in length. Since the shows are outdoors, visitors are encourgaged to bring chairs or blankets. The shows are free to all families and appropriate for children up to seven years of age. “We are always looking for innovative programs that are fun and educational for our youth as well as new opportunities for the public to experience our historic Essex County Park System,” said Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. “We invite families and their young …
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Friday, September 7, 2012
Essex County presents movie outdoors tonight under the stars.
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Friday, September 7, 2012
“The Greatest Fairy Tale Never Told” will premiere tonight at 7 p.m. at Essex County's Kip's Castle for a free showing of the movie "Shrek." The movie is presented by Essex County and the Kip’s Castle Park Conservancy. “Essex County Kip’s Castle Park has been the site of several special events and movie nights that provide entertainment for the whole family," Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. said. "We invite you to a great evening of fun and entertainment where you can experience the castle in a whole different way. We look forward to seeing you at movie night. Viewers are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the movie. Kip’s Castle is located at 22 Crestmont Road in Verona. For information, call (973) 239-2485.
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Friday, June 15, 2012
Essex County presents Disney movie, "Tangled" beginning at 8 p.m. outdoors, under the stars at Kip's Castle Park.
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Friday, June 15, 2012
Friday night June 15 will be a magical night in Essex County as the Disney movie, “Tangled,” will presented outdoors and under the stars at Essex County’s Kip Castle Park beginning at 8 p.m. Essex County officials, including County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr., the Essex County Freeholders, the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and the Kip’s Castle Park Conservancy, will present the film for free. Arrive by 7 p.m. and meet some real, live princesses. Viewers are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the movie. Kip’s Castle is located at 22 Crestmont Road in Verona. For more information, call (973) 239-2485 or click here.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Disney's "Tangled" at Kip's Castle on Friday.
Here are some of the events happening this weekend in Cedar Grove, Verona and neighboring towns. To see all the events click on EVENTS on the home page. CEDAR GROVE WHAT: Cedar Grove Library Exhibits Artwork of Local Artist, Frances Hall WHERE: Cedar Grove Library, 1 Municipal Plaza, Cedar Grove WHEN: The artwork will be on exhibit from May 24 through July 24 WHY GO: An art major in college, Hall has been practicing her craft for more than 40 years. Working in opaque watercolors, the exhibit will feature 13 pieces painted between 2002 and 2011. WHAT: Cedar Grove Community Church Thrift Shop WHERE: 65 Bowden Road, Cedar Grove WHEN: Saturday 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHY GO: The Thrift Shop of the Community Church of Cedar Grove will be open …
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
The Verona Historical Society tells the history of castle at Tuesday night event.
More than 35 people filled the first floor of Kip's Castle last night to hear Verona Historical Society president Robert Williams explain the history of the residence and clear up some old rumors. "This house is a real tangible link to the gilded era," Williams said. Although the Rhine-style castle, built by Frederick Kip from 1902-1905, may resemble an old English residence, it has many roots in Verona. The castle, built for Kip's wife, Charlotte Bishop Williams Kip, was constructed using trap rock from the Marley Quarry, which used to be at the site near where Bloomfield Avenue meets Pompton Avenue. It is located at 22 Crestmont Road in Verona. "As you speed down Bloomfield Avenue, you don't realize there were just horses there years …
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