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Christine Mastros Re: Postpartum Doula
May 29, 2012With shortened hospital stays after the birth of a newborn, and ever-growing geographic distance from close family, postpartum doulas ...
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Yoga Classes for Adults Continue at Trailside thru June 5
May 29, 2012The popular gentle yoga classes continue at Trailside Nature and Science Center on Tuesday evenings as part of the center’s adul...
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Help Prevent Substance Abuse and Promote Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Well-Being in Union County
May 25, 2012Do you feel stressed, depressed, or overwhelmed? Well you are not alone. Estimates show that only 17 percent of all U.S. a...
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Alcohol Abuse is a Problem We All Face; Help Prevent It Here in Union County
May 23, 2012Alcohol abuse is a widespread issue in the United States and here in Union County. Even though it’s legal for individuals ...
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7th Grader Develops App to Benefit Kessler Foundation
May 21, 2012Mohnish Sabhani is your typical 12 year old—a casual kid who loves technology and gaming. But when his Social Studies teacher, M...
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Underage Drinking is a Problem We All Face; Help Prevent it Here in Union County
May 21, 2012Loud and unruly behavior, property destruction, unintentional injuries, fights and violence, and even death due to underage drinking c...
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Union County to recognize May 21 through May 25 as Prevention Week
May 18, 2012The Union County Regional Coalition will be coordinating efforts to recognize the week of May 21 through May 25 as Prevention Week in ...
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Baby Boomers Increasing as Caregivers
May 15, 2012Approximately 43.5 million adult children over the age of 50 – America’s baby boomer generation – are caring for the...
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Summit Youth Recognized for Raising Awareness of Autism
May 14, 2012Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella paid a visit to nine-year-old Zachary Brooks of Summit this week to thank him for...
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Mother’s Day with Skin Deep Salon and Spa
May 9, 2012Join Skin Deep Salon and Spa’s gift certificate shopping day on Thursday, May 10th. Clients will receive $20 spa dollars f...
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Diversity Committee of New Providence Event - Introduction to Self-Leadership & an Integrated Concentration Workshop
May 7, 2012The Diversity Committee of New Providence presents another exciting event at the New Providence Memorial Library on Thur...
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Albanese Family Raises Awareness of Organ Donation
April 20, 2012SCOTCH PLAINS / PLAINFIELD, NJ - The Abanese family of Scotch Plains held a special event in conjunction with the NJ Sharing Network o...
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Enjoy a Guided Trail Ride on Sundays in the Watchung Reservation
April 8, 2012Spring is here and Union County’s Watchung Stable is offering guided trail rides on Sundays starting April 1, for everyone nine ...
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Trailside Offers Gentle Yoga Classes Starting April 3
March 25, 2012The popular gentle yoga series is returning to Trailside Nature and Science Center on Tuesday evenings as part of the center’s a...
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Overlook Leaders Discuss Effects, Changes of Health Care Reform at Community Forum
March 12, 2012More than 200 people gathered at Overlook Medical Center to learn how the federal health care reform bill will affect patients, doctor...
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Celebration of Special Athletes
March 9, 2012Summit Department of Community Programs, Investors Bank and TryCAN are proud to be participating in a Celebration of Special Athletes ...
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Mothers' Day in March: Maternal Health Around the World
March 7, 2012Sisterhood Temple Emanu-El of Westfield is hosting MOTHERS’ DAY IN MARCH: MATERNAL HEALTH AROUND THE WORLD on Sunday, Marc...
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Seminar to Teach the Importance of Healthy Food for the Family
March 5, 2012Union County residents are invited to take part in a seminar on the importance of healthy food for the family. Sponsored by the Rutger...
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Congregation Beth Israel to Hold Blood Drive
February 8, 2012The Men’s Club of Congregation Beth Israel will hold its Spring Blood Drive on Sunday, March 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at ...
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Miles for Music Inaugural 20K Race Receives USATF-NJ Championship Status
February 6, 2012Miles for Music, a 501(c)(3) non-profit (pending) organization that raises money to help fund music education programs in public schoo...
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Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey Names Walter Pardo Chairman of "Night for Sight" Fundraiser
January 20, 2012The Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey, (www.lionseyebanknj.org), has named Walter Pardo, Managing Partner/Founder of Wealth Financial Partn...
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Recovery Fitness® is One of the Few Exercise Programs in the State Just for Female Cancer Patients
January 19, 2012When Newark resident Violet Williams was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006, all of her immediate family who might provide support l...
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Winter Programs for Youth with Special Needs Now Registering
January 16, 2012Youth with special needs and those who could use just a little help and encouragement are welcome to now register for several exciting...
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Yoga Open House for Youth and Families with Special Needs
January 12, 2012Come and support your special needs child with fun activities that will help their focus, relaxation, coordination, social development...
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Behavioral Health Programs Provide Treatment and Relief for Mental Health Issues
January 11, 2012Too often the perceived stigma of mental illness keeps sufferers from seeking the treatment that could reverse their downward spiral, ...