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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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Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Seeking 'Best Dad on Wheels'
May 29, 2012SHORT HILLS, NJ – Christopher Reeve once said he became a better father after a horseback riding accident left him paralyzed and...
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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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Atlantic Ambulance, MONOC Reach Agreement on Emergency Dispatch Transition
May 22, 2012SUMMIT, NJ - Atlantic Ambulance Corp. and MONOC today announced an agreement to transition all of Atlantic Ambulance’s CenCom em...
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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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Local Teens find Volunteering with Dog Rescue a Rewarding Experience
May 14, 2012When asked what she would tell other teens considering volunteering, Home for Good junior volunteer, Lily Husek, replied “I woul...
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Write, Study and Celebrate This June!
May 9, 2012Love to write? Take the plunge in self-expression with our supportive workshop Tasting Life Twice: A Monthly Writing Circle ...
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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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WESTFIELD AREA Y HONORS NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS AWARENESS MONTH WITH A SPECIAL LUNCH AND LEARN
May 3, 2012Spring is here and so is National Osteoporosis Awareness Month! Join us on Wednesday, May 16th from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm at ...
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Enjoy a Taste of Spring with Healthy Cooking Workshop at Trailside, May 3
May 3, 2012The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Department of Parks and Community Renewal are pleased to offer a workshop for adu...
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Healthy Family Fun At The Westfield Area Y’s Free Healthy Kids Day
April 23, 2012On Saturday, April 28th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm, the Westfield Area Y will join more than 1,500 YMCA’s nationwide in sponsoring YMCA...
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April Is Autism Awareness Month - Come Learn More About Autism Spectrum Disorders And Recent Developments
April 16, 2012Come join the Westfield Community for an evening of education and insightful conversation on Wednesday, April 25th at 7:30pm, at the E...
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Westfield Hosts 'Wheels and Wishes' Car Show and Auction to Benefit Make-A-Wish, Children's Specialized Hospital
April 14, 2012WESTFIELD, NJ - It was a night of wheels and wishes and delicious dishes as iBid Auctions, LLC and the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of ...
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Celebrate Older American's Month in May
April 13, 2012Annually since 1963, Older Americans Month has rallied communities across the country in celebrating the contribution and achievements...
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'Liam's Room' at Overlook Medical Center Offers Warmth and Comfort to Seriously Ill Children, Their Families
April 10, 2012SUMMIT, NJ – Lisa McNamara still can’t talk much about Liam without choking up. But there’s one special room at Over...
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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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CNN Athlete to Compete in Doc and Sok Triathlon
April 5, 2012CNN Fit Nation athlete, Denise Castelli, to participate at the Doc and Sok Triathlon on Sunday May 20th, 2012 in Watchung. Denise will...
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Atlantic Hospice to Mark 35 Years as Pioneer in End-of-life Care
April 3, 2012Atlantic Hospice will celebrate its 35th anniversary this month, marking more than three decades of providing high-quality care as wel...
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Improve the Quality of Your Life with BEST 5-minute Meditation
March 31, 2012On Saturday, March 31 at 2 p.m., the MILLBURN Free Public Library presents BEST 5-Minute Meditation: Improve the Quality of Your Life ...
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365 Things To Do In Westfield Announces Latest “Support Westfield” Promotion
March 28, 2012Sign up for this great promotion! Local social site, 365 Things To Do In Westfield, has partnered with local Westfield merchants, The ...
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April Is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
March 27, 2012In 2010, the U.S. Senate designated April as the country’s annual Parkinson’s Awareness Month to help educate the public a...