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Christmas Eve and Day:
David Burke Fromagerie, 26 Ridge Road Rumson, Christmas Eve dinner, featuring a la carte menu and holiday specials from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Reservations recommended: 732-842-8088

David Burke Fromagerie, 26 Ridge Road Rumson, Christmas Day, 1:00 to 8:00 p.m, featuring a three-course prix-fixe menu for $59.00 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity. Reservations recommended: 732-842-8088.

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New Year’s Eve/Day:
David Burke Fromagerie, 26 Ridge Road Rumson, Ring in the New Year with the Ladies of Jazz, featuring the Gerald Carboy Jazz Quartet from 8:30 p.m. -12:30 a.m.  Dinner service begins at 5:00 p.m. with a Prix-fixe menu for $85.00 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity. Reservations recommended:  732-842-8088

David Burke Fromagerie, 26 Ridge Road Rumson, New Year’s Weekend, lavish Brunch Buffet served New Year’s Day, January 2nd and January 3rd, from 10:30 – 2:00 p.m. for $32.00 adults and $15.00 for children, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity. Reservations recommended:  732-842-8088

Lunches served in December from 11:30 – 2:00 pm Tuesday through Friday, prix-fixe menu $24.95
Holiday menus are posted at:  http://www.fromagerierestaurant.com/holiday.php

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ShopRite of Hunterdon County is sponsoring “A Christmas Carol” to support Local Food Pantries. River Union Stage is presenting this Charles Dickens classic to benefit local food pantries. Admission is free with a donation of food, cash, or check for food pantries in Frenchtown, Lambertville, and Ottsville.

With the demand on local food banks more than doubling, RUS hopes to make a positive impact with a holiday event that gives back to the community. The dramatic reading of “A Christmas Carol” will give audiences the opportunity to experience the beautiful prose narrative as well as the more familiar dialogue of Dickens’ classic work.

Christmas Carol

The performances will be presented in reader’s theatre style and will feature Todd Lewis returning to the RUS stage, RUS founders Laura Swanson and Keith Strunk, and is under the direction of Carl Wallnau, Artistic Director of Centenary Stage. The rustic warmth of the Prallsville gristmill provides the perfect setting for a dramatic reading of this holiday classic.

Food and cash donations will be divided among the three food pantries. Checks made out to a specific food pantry will also be accepted. Visit www.riverunionstage.org or call (908) 996-3685 for a list of needed items and more information about each food pantry.

  
River Union Stage is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt professional Equity theatre serving the communities of the Delaware River Valley.

Event Name: A Christmas Carol Benefit

Event Venue: Prallsville Mills

Event Day, Date, Time:

Friday, December 18th, 8:00 pm
Saturday, December 19th, 3:00 pm & 8:00 pm

Event Street Address: 33 Risler Street

Event City, State, Zipcode: Stockton, NJ 08559

Event County: Hunterdon County

Event Admission: Food Pantry Donation

Event Websites: Frenchtown Food Pantry .  Lambertville Food Pantry .  Ottsville Food Pantry . River Union Stage

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Asbury Santa will be in Grand Arcade, located between The Paramount Theatre and Convention Hall, near our extravagant Holiday Tree from 4pm to 8pm on Friday, December 18. Bring your little furry buddy to meet the big guy. Photos with Santa are also available for $10.00.

Like all cities, Asbury Park experienced growing pains and fell on tough times for a number of years. And while the city’s popularity and visitor count declined, the unique entertainment culture that created the city remained. In 1974, the now legendary music club, The Stone Pony, opened its doors for the first time. The Stone Pony hosted … … …

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many native New Jersey musicians including Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Jon Bon Jovi and Bruce Springsteen to name a few. Since then, many of the world’s most popular musicians have played The Stone Pony and today it is considered to be one of the greatest rock & roll venues of all times. Venues like The Stone Pony, The Wonder Bar, the Paramount Theatre and Convention Hall have not only helped launch many musicians’ careers but they also contributed to the creation of an entire music genre known as the Jersey Shore Sound.

In 2007, a new chapter in Asbury Park’s rich history began. The Boardwalk started to undergo an extensive restoration process for some of its key historic features, including the Paramount Theatre and Convention Hall, as well as a complete revitalization of the rest of its facilities and the surrounding waterfront area. Today, the transformation is complete and the Boardwalk now combines the original majesty and glory of its past with modern design and sophisticated conveniences. More than 130 years ago, the Boardwalk’s entertainment offerings and universal appeal contributed to the foundation and success of Asbury Park. With its new appearance, improvements and enhanced offerings, the Boardwalk is positioned to help solidify Asbury Park’s future by attracting visitors for lifetimes to come.

Event Name:
Pet Photos With Santa

Event Venue:
Grande Arcade

Event Day, Date, Time:
Friday, December 18 4-8pm

Event Street Address:
1300 Ocean Ave

Event City, State, Zipcode:
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Event County:
Monmouth

Event Admission:
free, $10 photos

Event or Contact Phone #:
732-897-6500

Event Website:
apboardwalk.com

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Free Holiday Filmathon
Asbury Park Boardwalk
1300 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, 07712
732-897-8810

The Asbury Park Boardwalk is excited to announce its month-long, holiday-event roster. The continuum of festivities are sure to spice up the winter season and highlight the Boardwalk’s eclectic shopping and retail offerings, legendary film and entertainment venues, and emerging culinary scene.

Christmas on BNJ

During the last week before Christmas, the Asbury Park Boardwalk will encourage holiday shoppers to de-stress at the movies. Guests are encouraged to bring their little ones to the Paramount Theatre on Sunday, December 20 at 11 a.m. for the Asbury Park Boardwalk and Asbury Park Film Initiative’s day of free children’s movies. The line up includes The Polar Express, the original Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas, A Christmas Story and, everyone’s favorite, Elf.

In addition to the Boardwalk’s ongoing weekend promotions, Santa will be in the Grand Arcade every Saturday and Sunday in December. For more information on the Asbury Park Boardwalk?s holiday events, please visit www.apboardwalk.com.
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Event Details:

Event Name: Free Holiday Filmathon
Event Venue: Asbury Park Boardwalk
Event Street Address: 1300 Ocean Ave
Event City: Asbury Park, NJ, 07712
Event County: Monmouth
Event Date: Sunday, December 20, 11 am
Event Admission: free
Event Phone: 732-897-8810
Event Website: http://www.apboardwalk.com
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In response to past years’ shows, and to what has now become the year’s most anticipated rock and roll event, The 10th Annual Ernie White Band And Friends Christmas Benefit Concert is on!

For the past nine years Trenton’s legendary guitar rocker, Ernie White and his band have spearheaded this rockin’ Christmas concert with the help of an all-star, all Trenton cast of musicians.

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Christmas on BNJ

Calling upon such local greats as Tom Reock, Joe Zook, Paul Plumeri, John Bushnell, Mark Sacco, Joey Kramer, Billy Hill, Jerry Monk, Joe Vadala, Duke Williams, Lisa Bouchelle, Jody Giambellucca, Ed Wilson, Joe Grillo, Honey Spot Boulevard, Sandy Zio, Michael White, a full horn section, background singers and a host of others, this annual event has raised thousands of dollars for local charities.

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Event Details:
Event Name: The 10th Annual Ernie White Band And Friends Christmas Benefit Concert
Event Venue: Patriots Theater At The War Memorial
Event Street Address: 1 Memorial Drive
Event City: Trenton, NJ 08608
Event County: Mercer County
Event Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2009 7:30pm
Event Admission: $10.00 Kids $20.00 Adults
Event Phone: 609-984-8400
Event Website: http://www.state.nj.us/state/divisions/memorial/season/erniewhite_event.html
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RED BANK, NJ – Red Bank RiverCenter is proud to announce the event schedule for the 2009 Holiday Season.
Kick off the holiday season on Friday, November 27th with the Red Bank Town Lighting presented Riverview Medical Center. And for the 16th year, Holiday Express, will be performing all of your holiday favorites in concert, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shore Point Distributing Co., Coors Light & Holly Crest Wines. The concert begins at 7:00pm, on Broad Street, at Canal Street. Broad Street from Harding Road to Monmouth Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 4:00-11:00pm.

2009 Christmas in New Jersey

On the same day, for the eighth year, there will be a free Santa Express train that departs from the Little Silver Train Station and arrives at the Red Bank Train Station with a parade down Monmouth Street in time for the Holiday Express concert. Starting at 4:00pm, the Little Silver Train Station will be hosting Santa & Mrs. Claus who will be taking pictures with the little children; hot cocoa and special holiday goodies will also be given out. The train will be leaving Little Silver at approximately 6:25pm for Red Bank. Santa, along with Mrs. Claus will be the grand marshals of the parade and will make an appearance later in the evening at the concert. This event is sponsored by The Galleria at Red Bank.

The Red Bank Christmas tree will be located at 30 Monmouth Street in the Dublin House Courtyard. The tree will be lit during the concert along with all of the beautiful decorations lining the streets of the Red Bank Business District.

2009 Red Bank Holiday Events

RED BANK GINGERBREAD WALK

November 27th through December 23rd Come see professionally decorated Gingerbread creations at participating businesses in the Red Bank Business District and enter to win a Red Bank Grand Prize package! Donations will be collected at each location to benefit Holiday Express.

HOLIDAY HARMONIES

Saturdays, November 28, December 5, 12, 19 Red Bank Business District, 12-3pm. Traditional carolers, choirs, brass bands, rock, folk, jazz & blues musicians bring holiday tunes to the sidewalks of Red Bank! FREE! Sponsored by Hit 106 and The Breeze Radio.

CLASSIC HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES

Saturdays, November 28, December 5, 12, 19 Every Saturday afternoon, from 1-5pm, ride through the Red Bank Business District and enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season! 2 Locations: Bridge Avenue (across from the Galleria) and 26 Broad Street (at Murphy Style Grill.) FREE! Sponsored by Pauline Poyner and Red Bank RiverCenter.

PICTURES WITH SANTA

Saturdays & Sundays, November 28 through December 20 Kids young and old will enjoy Pictures with Santa taking place from 12-4pm, at The Galleria, 2 Bridge Avenue. Photo packages are available by TSS Photography. Sponsored by The Galleria at Red Bank.

BARBIZON HOLIDAY MANNEQUINS

Sunday, November 29, 2009 Red Bank Business District, 1-4pm. Come out and see Barbizon’s best models “liven up” the store windows at participating businesses!

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY GROUP TREE LIGHTING

Saturday, December 5, 2009, 4:00pm
Westside Park, Drs. James Parker Boulevard & Shrewsbury Avenue

MENORAH LIGHTING

Sunday, December 13, 2009, 6:00pm
Red Bank Train Station

THIRD THURSDAYS

December 17, 2009 5:00-9:00pm, extended shopping hours, special promotions after 5pm and more!
For more information about the Holiday Express Concert & Town Lighting or other Red Bank events, please contact Red Bank RiverCenter at (732) 842-4244 or visit
www.redbankrivercenter.org. Red Bank RiverCenter is a not-for-profit alliance of downtown businesses, property owners and residents working toward the economic vitality of Red Bank.

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(732) 842-4244

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The following feature was created by Camden County itself.  I am passing on their email that I received the other day. I have taken out the events that have already taken place.

South Jersey’s Largest Holiday Parade

Don’t miss the excitement on Saturday, November 28, beginning at 10:00 am as the Collingswood Holiday Parade rolls down Haddon Avenue with the theme Musical Notes and Holiday Floats. This is the perfect way for the whole family to kick off the holiday season.

Camden County Freedom Medal

Nominations are currently being accepted for the award celebrating the Dream and Action of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Camden County Freeholder Board would like to … … …

BNJ Best of New Jersey Awards

recognize extraordinary citizens who have unselfishly contributed their time and effort to better their community and continue Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of bringing people together. The nomination form can be found on www.camdencounty.com.

Camden County Awarded $2 Million for Energy Efficient Projects

The Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded Camden County more than $2 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to implement energy efficiency projects. Awarded under the DOE’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, these funds will support local efforts to lower energy use, reduce carbon pollution, and create green jobs. “The residents of Camden County will see an immediate return on this investment as the energy-guzzling systems targeted as part of our ongoing County Green Initiative are replaced by energy efficient technologies,” said Camden County Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. “The funding will allow the replacement of outdated HVAC and lighting control systems in the County Courthouse, Administration Building, Hall of Justice and Parks Administration Buildings.”

Camden County Celebrates National Adoption Day

On Friday, November 20, the Camden County Surrogate’s court celebrated National Adoption Day by making official the adoption of 37 children in a single day, with a reception following the adoptions that included lunch for all the families, agency representatives and judicial staff. Superior Court Judges Charles Rand and Octavia Melendez as well as Surrogate Patricia Jones are leaders in this annual event. A slide show of photos from the event can be viewed at www.camdencounty.com.

Camden County Winter Concert Series

The Camden County Freeholder Board’s Winter Concert Series presents Chris Botti on Saturday, December 12th and Dickey Betts & Dave Mason on Saturday, March 13th. Both shows begin at 8:00 pm at the Scottish Rite Auditorium, 315 White Horse Pike in Collingswood. For ticket information visit www.camdencounty.com.

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Holiday Toy Drive

school hours – from 6am to 6pm Monday through Friday- or by appointment on Saturdays, starting immediately until December 14. Thank you for your help and support!

Our philosophy at lil’achievers is to provide a qualified, dedicated staff which allows children to learn best through educational experiences that are developmentally appropriate. Whether softly rocking an infant to sleep, allowing toddlers the freedom to explore, or providing preschoolers with a variety of challenging activities, caring teachers encourage the developmentally appropriate experiences of children from ages six weeks and up. Our before/after care program provides children a safe place to be before and after school, during school breaks and most school closings. It provides homework help, free play and a relaxed environment where children can prepare for the day and unwind after school lets out.

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Event Details:
Event Name: lil’achievers’ Holiday Toy Drive
Event Venue: lil’achievers LLC
Event Street Address: 326 Ford Road
Event City: Howell, NJ, 07731
Event County: Monmouth
Event Date: Monday, November 23 6:00am – Monday, December 14 6:00pm
Event Admission: Toy Drive
Event Phone: 732-730-1855
Event Website: http://www.lilachieversnj.com

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Arts Council of the Morris Area

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Join the Arts Council of the Morris Area for some free, good, old-fashioned creative fun! We’ll provide the supplies to make colorful wreaths, ornaments, snowmen and paper “mosaics,” those one of a kind treasure which become family keepsakes for years to come. The Arts Council will also bring professional mosaic artist Kathy Casper who will provide glass and stoneware pieces along with the artistic oversight needed for the creation of a community mosaic art project. Get in touch with your creativity and enjoy the fun of creating a classic craft for your holiday home.

CONTACT: (973) 285-5115, x14 or www.morrisarts.org for more information.
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Event Details:
Event Name: Classic Holiday Crafts
Event Venue: Activity Tent, Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green
Event Street Address: Morristown Green (Park Place)
Event City: Morristown, NJ 07960
Event County: Morris
Event Date: Sunday, December 6, 2009, 1-4pm
Event Admission: Free
Event Phone: (973) 285-5115, ext 14
Event Website: http://www.morrisarts.org

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Plainfield Holiday House Tour

* A Twelve Days of Christmas house to house treasure hunt with prizes.
* Advance tickets $20, tickets also available on day of tour, from 1:00PM to 4:30PM for $25 at 935 Central Ave., Plainfield, NJ 07060 which is also the starting point.
* Pick up your tour guide brochure at starting point house above.
* Allow approximately two hours to see all seven homes.
* Primarily a walking tour, but you may wish to drive to one home just outside our district.
* Adults and children over 12 only.
* A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Plainfield Rescue Squad.
* This is a rain or shine event, no refunds.

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Event Details:
Event Name: An Old-Fashioned Christmas House Tour
Event Venue: Walking tour in Plainfield
Event Street Address: 935 Central Avenue
Event City: Plainfield, NJ 07060
Event County: Union
Event Date: Sunday, December 6 from 1:00 – 6:00 pm
Event Admission: $20 advance, $25 day of tour
Event Phone: None
Event Website: http://anoldfashionedchristmas.eventbrite.com/

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