1)  Remember - All  Millburn Township Public Schools will be closed Thursday and Friday for Rosh Hashanah.  Happy New Year to those who celebrate!  2)  There's still time - You can still purchase Kidstuff Coupon Books.  The coupons include stores like Barnes and Noble, Children's Place, Dick's Sporting Goods, Gymboree, Imagine That!, Lord & Taylor, Michael's and Shop Rite.  And also attractions like Bronx Zoo, Crayola Factory, Liberty Science Center, Intrepid Museum, Sesame Place, Shawnee, Camelback.  The books are 400 pages and cost $25.  This is a fundraiser for the Millburn Integrated Pre …

Here are 5 things you need to know about recovery from Irene: 1)  New Jersey American Water is still issuing an active alert for Millburn and Short Hills residents to boil water.  Even if it looks fine, it might not be.  So please continue to boil.    2)  For township residents without water - the Water Distribution Center that has been set up at South Mountain School - 2 Southern Slope Drive, Millburn - will remain open, 24 hours a day, until further notice.  Bring containers that you can fill from a large water tank, to get drinking water.    3)  Also for residents without water, the …

Let's face it the weather this week has been downright brutal and it's not showing any signs of letting up. The National Weather Service expects the heat wave to continue through the weekend with a high of 98 degrees projected for today. A heat advsiory has been issued in Essex County from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. meaning that residents should take precautions to prevent heat stroke, as well as check on elderly family members and neighbors. Here are five tips you need to know on how to stay cool... 1. Take A Dip In The Pool: The township pool is open this weekend from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Family …

1) Got Produce?  You can pick up some fresh produce at the Millburn Farmer's Market today. The peaches are sweet this time of year and there's a variety of other fruits and veggies to choose from. And that's not all -- you can pick up some take-and-bake Italian specialities and even some apple cider donuts at the Farmer's Market. Open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Municipal Parking Lot at Main and Essex Streets.  2) Looking for a way to be productive in a rewarding way?  Creative Hands can use your help.  These volunteers meet on Tuesday mornings at the Millburn-Short Hills American Red Cross …

1)  Tonight there is a meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Town Hall.  Tonight, there is also an Environmental Commission meeting from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Town Hall.  2)  Did you know that the Environmental Center - part of the Essex County Parks Department System, has summer camp for kids?  Today starts camp for Pre-K's through Kindergarten.  July 25 through August 5,  for Grades 1 and 2.  August 8 - 19, for Grades 3 and 4.  The Environmental Center is on Eagle Rock Ave in Roseland.  For more information call 973-228-8776.  3)  Come to Words Bookstore on …

 1)  Millburn Middle School's 8th Graders had their Moving Up ceremony this morning in the Middle School auditorium.  Congratulations 8th Graders and their families! 2)  Here's something to make the kids smile - Remember, today is extended single session  - a half day - for all Millburn Township Schools…

1)  Good Morning Friday Friends - senior citizens, come from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to the Bauer Center in Taylor Park, today.  Call Patti Lowery for information about upcoming events.  973-564-7091.  2)  This weekend, Fine Arts & Crafts Sale in Brookdale Park on Watchung Ave in Montclair/Bloomfield.  Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. there will be fine art, jewelry, pottery, clothing, glass, metal, photography, sculpture, leather, wood, fiber, furniture, gourmet and ethnic food.  3)  Tomorrow, Saturday is Lenape Day at the Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave, in Roseland.  An …

Correction: Please note the change of date for Mr. Rogers' reception. It was postponed to Thursday. 1)  Last week's canceled Millburn High School PTO meeting has been rescheduled for today at 12:15 p.m. at the Education Center.  2)  Also rescheduled for Thursday, the Retirement Reception for Mr. John Rogers from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Millburn Middle School multi-purpose room.  “Celebrating 40 years of distinguished service, excellence, and dedication to the Millburn school community!”  Contact anademeo@yahoo.com or dolly.y.wen@gmail.com for more information.  All are welcome!  3)  Hello all …

1) Because of the heat wave, Millburn school district will dismiss students from school early today. Millburn High School will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m.; Millburn Middle School at 12:15 p.m.; and the elementaries will be dismissed at 12:40 p.m. 2) Today's reception for Millburn Middle School's retiring guidance counselor John Rogers has been postponed because of the heat and the early dismissal. The school will celebrate Rogers' 40 years at MMS next Thursday, June 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the MMS multi-purpose room. 3)  Attention incoming Millburn High School 9th graders and current 9th …

1)  It’s Friday, Friday – time for Friday Friends.  Seniors : Come visit  the Bauer Center in Taylor Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the weekly program.  Bring a sandwich and Friday Friends will provide tea and coffee.  Call Patti Lowery for information and schedule 973-564-7091. 2)  Root for Millburn High School’s Varsity Baseball Team as they compete with Mendham for the NJSIAA North 2 Group 3, Final.  4 p.m. today at the high school.  Let’s go MILLERS!!  3)  All 5th grade DARE students and their parents are invited to a special TGIF at Millburn Middle School, tonight!  There will be music…

 1)  Another Strawberry Festival Today -- this time at  South Mountain School.  It’s a beautiful day for a carnival so bring your kids and get ready for the fun and festivities.  From after school until 7 p.m., South Mountain will pull out all the stops and you won’t want to miss it.  Games, rides, attractions, prizes and food - guaranteed to make you smile.   2)  Come to Millburn High School from 3 to 5 p.m. today for the annual Student/Faculty Softball Game.  This fundraiser is hosted by the Key Club and raises money for Engineers Without Borders.  Tickets are $4 in the high school …

1)  Please bring your CREATIVE HANDS today to the Millburn-Short Hills American Red Cross Chapter House at 389 Millburn Ave, from 9 a.m. to noon.  Join the group of volunteers who make items for hospital patients and other special needs groups.  Everyone is welcomed and needed!  2)  Did you know that you can have your child’s birthday party at the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum?  Parties are available for children from 3 to 10 years old.  Your child can choose the particular nature theme.  The party includes a short lesson on the topic, and a theme-related nature craft.  Call Erica Fisher for …

 1)  It’s  Memorial Day!  Some people may not know why they have a day off from work and school.  This holiday is always observed on the last Monday in May and it honors those who died, serving our country in the military.  Here are some ways that this holiday is observed:  visiting cemeteries and placing flags or flowers on the graves of fallen heroes, visiting memorials, flying the flag at half staff until noon, participating in a National Moment of Silence at 3 p.m. and for Taps to be played. There are also some people who are trying to restore the remembrance to May 30th as it was, …

1)  The tragic loss of one of our teachers – Mr. Fritz Jonach, 43, a dedicated, respected and popular Millburn High School teacher since 1992, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday.  Mr. Jonach taught Social Studies and was also a varsity bowling coach and a graduate of MHS.  This loss is felt throughout the community and grief counselors are available to assist those at the high school who need it.   2)  Friday Friends – today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Senior Citizens at the Bauer Center in Taylor Park.  Call Patty Lowery for schedule of events  973-564-7091.   3)  The Millburn Library will be…

1)  Hello Hartshorn School Parents – you have a general meeting of the PTO at 9:15 a.m. at the school. 2) Today is the last day of the Millburn Middle School Book Fair.  So make sure to stop by and pick up some great summer reading for you – and required summer reading for 6th through 9th graders.  Hours today are 7:40 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Middle School.  3)  Local retired men are invited to come join the Old Guard of Millburn at 10:30 a.m. at the Bauer Center in Taylor Park.  Weekly meetings, programs, activities, speakers and friends await you.  Call Doug Reed 973-763-4524 for …

1)  Come to the Fair – The Millburn Middle School Book Fair.  The MMS Book Fair runs today through Thursday.  The hours today are 7:20 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday from 7:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Thursday from 7:40 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Required summer reading selections as well as many other choices will be available.  Up to 30 percent of sales go to the MMS PTO. 2)  Today there is a free bone mineral density screening at the Millburn Public Library on Glen Ave in Millburn  from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  Sponsored by Overlook Hospital in conjunction with the Health Departments …

1)  The Wyoming School Strawberry Festival is today, rain or shine!  Come to Wyoming after school for the carnival – lots of games, prizes, special activities, food and treats for kids and families.  The carnival runs until 7 p.m. 2)  Do you know about Jersey Clicks?  It’s “New Jersey’s one stop library gateway to quality information.” The website is New Jersey’s statewide portal for searching databases offered by the New Jersey State Library, the New Jersey Library Network. Health, history, business, education, science, current events, literature and popular fiction – are just some of the …

1) Good Morning, today’s PTO meeting is at South Mountain School at 9 a.m. this morning.  2) Want to know the Secrets of a Home Cook?  Then take the cooking class with the same name, at King's Cooking Studio  in Short Hills, today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chef Amy Currie will demonstrate how to make a last minute dinner party.  The class is a demonstration and costs $35.  You can register online at kingswebsite.com/cookingstudio/ or by calling 973-258-4009.  Once you complete the class, we’re all coming to your house for dinner. 3) Here’s an opportunity to give the most amazing gift you can …

1)  Good Morning Wyoming School Parents!  There is a PTO meeting at Wyoming School  this morning at 9:15 a.m.  Hurry – don’t be late. 2)  It's an indoor day and a good time for Story Time at the Millburn Library  10 a.m.  for 2-year-olds, 10:40 a.m. for 9- to 24-month-olds, 11:15 a.m. for 3 to 5-year-olds, 1:30 p.m. for 3- to 5-year-olds.  3)  Today would be famous piano player and over-the-top performer, Liberace’s 92nd  birthday.  Did you know that he started out playing at Pals Cabin in West Orange – yes, THAT Pals Cabin.  And, they still have that very piano in the Entertainment Room.  …

1)  There is an M-MAC – Millburn Municipal Alliance Committee meeting this morning at 9:30 a.m. at the Millburn Library.  Among topics to be discussed are:  Difficulties and stress from AP exams, SATs, finals, how to keep kids safe during celebrations like prom parties and graduation, also helmet law safety and how it’s crucial to preventing brain injuries. 2)  Did you know that you can get FREE online video test preparation service – ready to help you with your SATs, ACTs or PSATs? ePrep is available through the Millburn Library.  You can study with ePrep at home or in the library.  However…