Bring your business cards, bring your friends. No charge, cash bar.

The owner of Fire Me Up Studio has organized this canvas painting event which has spread to include art studios across the country. See attached flyer.

The Westfield Area YMCA is proud to participate in a nationwide initiative for Social Responsibility called “Togetherhood.” Togetherhood is a volunteer-led committee which brings interested Y members and non-members of all ages together to start, lead and participate in service projects that benefit the community and local organizations.  The Fall Kickoff meeting for Togetherhood is scheduled for 7:00PM on Tuesday, October 24 at the Main Y Facility located at 220 Clark Street, Westfield.
Togetherhood offers the opportunity to bring the ideas, skills and energy of volunteers together under the direction of a Westfield Area YMCA staff advisor to help the community.  At the kickoff, participants will help identify and plan projects, learn about becoming a project volunteer or offer a “partner group” that may have a project that could use Togetherhood volunteers.
Current projects include working with the Westfield Food Pantry and providing workshops for Cranford Senior Housing residents.
Questions?  Contact Bonnie Cohen at [email protected] or 908-301-YMCA (9622) x240.

We are women building communities in Union County. We have a rich tradition of nearly 95 years of community service and we would love for you to consider adding to our story.

Join us for wine, chocolates, refreshments and a free, informative program for women like you!

The GREAT News – women are living healthier, longer, more fulfilling lives!

The Challenge – women often neglect to plan their own financial futures, which is further complicated by real life realities.

The BEST News – There are small steps and simple solutions that can help!  You can be financially confident without a degree in finance, substantial assets or making a huge time commitment. This 45-minute program provides simple solutions and guidance on small things you can do today that will help you prepare for the future.  You’ll be glad you took a little time now to think about ways to prepare for a more fulfilling tomorrow.

Feel free to bring a friend, sister, mother, daughter, or anyone who might benefit.

he Westfield Area YMCA along with UnitedHealthcare is kicking off the 7th Grade Initiative on Thursday, October 26th from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Gym at the Main Y Facility located at 220 Clark Street in Westfield.

7th graders who live or attend school in Cranford, Garwood, Mountainside and Westfield along with their families are invited.  The evening will include fitness testing, use of the interactive sports wall and climbing wall, advice from personal trainers and nutritionist, as well as other activities and giveaways.  Healthy refreshments will be served. The first 50 7th graders at the Kickoff receive a free t-shirt.  All 7th graders in attendance will be entered into a raffle will be held for a fitness item with a value of approximately $100.

The goal of the 7th Grade Initiative is to help kids pass through a critical time of development with a healthy self-image and a thorough understanding of the importance of exercise and nutrition throughout the teen years and into adulthood.  Research indicates that 7th grade is a key year in a child’s development of attitudes and behaviors regarding body image, nutrition and self-esteem.  More than 400 students participated this past school year.

Please contact Amanda Aguirre at 908-301-YMCA (9622) x258 or [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this program.

Cranford – residents are invited to attend the upcoming Annual Township Committee Candidates Forum, hosted by the Cranford Jaycees and Union Area League of Women Voters. Residents will have a chance to submit questions for the candidates to answer. The forum is an opportunity to hear from this years Cranford Township Committee candidates: Democrats Patrick Giblin and Jean-Albert Maisonneuve and Republicans Andis Kalnins and Richard Buontempo. At the forum, the public can submit questions in person. The moderator will ultimately choose the questions, but the major issues in town will likely be covered, according to Christopher Lenza, the Candidates Forum Chairperson. The forum will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. in the council chambers at the Cranford Municipal Building. The forum will be broadcast live on TV 35.

We are women building communities in Union County. We have a rich tradition of nearly 95 years of community service and we would love for you to consider adding to our story.

At the Erev Shabbat service on Friday, October 27, 2017, at 8 pm, Temple Sha’arey Shalom, 78 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield NJ will present “Shabbat La Vida Loca”.  This musical Shabbat service will feature Sha’arey Shalom’s Cantor Amy Daniels, guest Cantor Mark Biddelman and a Latin music ensemble. “Shabbat La Vida Loca” will kick off a year of special music events at Sha’arey Shalom in honor of Cantor Daniels’ 30 years of service to the congregation.

Start off the evening with “Salsa Shabbat Dinner” at 6:00 pm. The cost for dinner is $12.00 per person, with a $30.00 cap per family. Kids under five eat free and dinner will be Latin-themed including Sangria for the adults.  Call the office 973-379-5387 to make reservations for dinner (by October 24).