Meet local pet Chip, a Pineapple Conure who gives new meaning to shaking a tail feather with his love of dancing and the artist Lizzo

Family member names Jessie Borenstein Type of Breed Pineapple Conure PET’S NAME Chip MALE OR FEMALE Don’t know PET’s AGE 5 Where/Why did you get your pet? I got Chip at Patterson Bird store. I always wanted a pet but never thought I could have one because I’m allergic to almost everything else. When I found out about conures I was ecstatic because I wasn’t allergic and they live for 30 years so I’d have a friend for life! Anything special or unusual about your pet? He loves to dance and his favorite artist is Lizzo. Any funny stories? He once got out of the cage when I was bringing him to the...

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Meet local kid Grayson Van Dyk, a Cranford second grader who recently ran the 1500m in the 8 and under division at the USATF Junior National Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Name:  Grayson Van Dyk Age: 7 Grade/school: Second Grade/ Hillside Ave School Family Member Names:  Adam, Colin and Isaac (twin brother) Pet’s Name/type: None Spotlight:       I ran the 1500m in the 8 and under division at the USATF Junior National Championships in Eugene, Oregon on July 29th.  To qualify, I had to place top 6 at the New Jersey state meet and then top 6 at the regional meet. Something unique about me: My brother Isaac and I are twins. When I grow up, I want to be: Marine Biologist that studies sharks.   ...

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It’s Fall, Y’all… Time to Celebrate!

Now that summer is a thing of the past, it’s time to celebrate the autumn season upon us. The leaves are changing, there’s a crispness in the air, and fun festivals await at Reeves-Reed Arboretum! The non-profit public garden located in Summit will kick off the season with CELEBRATE FALL on Sunday, October 15 from 11 am to 3 pm. This family-friendly fair will feature fall-themed games, crafts and activities for the kids, photo opportunities throughout the beautiful gardens and woodlands, a spooky Halloween trail, pumpkins, music, an art exhibit, market vendors, festive food, and adorable goats...

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Summit Downtown, Inc. Celebrates a Resounding Success!

The streets of Summit came alive with creativity, classic cars, and community spirit during the Arts & Cars Downtown Art Festival and Classic Car Show held on Sunday, September 17. The event, organized by Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI), and The Visual Arts Center of NJ attracted nearly 6,000 attendees and received rave reviews from participants and spectators alike. The car show was sponsored by the Summit Elks Lodge #1246. “We couldn’t be happier with the turnout and the energy at this year’s Arts & Cars,” said Nancy Adams, Executive Director of SDI. “This event is a testament to the power...

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VACNJ Opens Exhibition at Overlook Medical Center Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey recently opened the new show Viva La Cultura: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage at the Overlook Medical Center in Summit, showcasing the photographic work of artists Deborah Guzman Meyer and Nancy Ori. This show will be on view through November. Deborah Guzman Meyer’s series New Americans documents the physical appearance of people new to America and examines what our innate reactions are, as humans, to encountering these individuals. The children that appear in these photographs are all biracial. They are photographed at a tender age — between two and ten —...

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Summit Farmers Market Continues 30th Season!

The Summit Farmers Market is widely regarded as one of the best farmers markets in the state. The Summit Farmers Market runs from April 23-November 19 from 8am-1pm, then Sundays, December 3, 10 & 17 from 8am-12pm. The Summit Farmers Market supports farmers and other purveyors exclusively in New Jersey, now in it’s 30th season! The market is located at Park & Shop Lot #1 corner of DeForest Avenue and Woodland Avenue. Customers will enter and exit at the vehicle entrance on DeForest Avenue to Park & Shop Lot #1.

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Sunday Fundays at the Farmers Market: Somethin’ Pumpkin Sunday Funday, October 15, 11am

Are you a pumpkin enthusiast with a flair for cooking and baking? Our Somethin’ Pumpkin cooking contest is for you, with the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your culinary skills and creativity! This event celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of this iconic fall ingredient, and contestants of all backgrounds and skill levels are welcome to participate. The rules of the contest are simple: create a dish that prominently features pumpkin as the star ingredient. From classic pumpkin pies and spiced breads to savory pumpkin stews and curries, the possibilities are endless. Judges...

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