MAYOR TONY VAUSS IRVINGTON MUNICIPAL COUNCIL DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION In conjunction with Candles by Courtney P R E S E N T CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2023 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2023 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2023 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM REGISTER NOW! At The Chris Gatling Recreation Center - 285 Union Avenue For More Information ... Click Here to Read More
New Year, New You? How to Actually Accomplish Those New Year’s Resolutions! January 1st has rolled around again. How often have you said to yourself in January, , “New year, new me!”? We often start this month with the best of intentions. The new year inspires us to want to make the positive changes we’ve been seeking. ... Click Here to Read More
Five ways to Find Peace and Calm Through Mindfulness This Fall It’s September again and time for school! Maybe your scholar is excited for a new school year, or maybe not- but no matter what, it's our job as parents to do our best to help our child feel prepared and ready to learn. This means making sure ... Click Here to Read More
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Spring is Here!- Let it Inspire You Ghanian writer Lailah Gifty Akita said, “Spring is a season for the soul to regain its strength.” There is something about the coming of spring that is always inspirational, reminding us that life can start anew. Often our mood lifts as we move into spring and witness the warmth and ... Click Here to Read More
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive the Board of County Commissioners and Sheriff Armando Fontoura COVID-19 VACCINATIONS FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-11 Visit a County Vaccination Center Mon-Fri 3PM-7PM | Sat 9AM-5PM Visit EssexCOVID.org or call 973-877-8456 to Schedule an Appointment Parent/guardian must be present. Children with allergies or underlying health conditions should check with their doctor before ... Click Here to Read More
Seashell crafts! Love the beach? Head to the Jersey Shore this summer. Maybe one of the best parts of summer is a day at the beach. Children of all ages delight in playing in the water, digging in the sand and collecting seashells. If your child likes collecting seashells, here are some fun summer crafts that will ... Click Here to Read More
Social Media: When is it too much? If you have preteens or teens you may worry about their social media use, and rightly so. However, we as adults can also get swept up in social media much like our kids can- when is it too much of a good thing? Social media can be a great platform ... Click Here to Read More
Has Your Preteen Or Teen Lost Their Motivation For School? Here Are Some Tips To Help Them Get It Back Ten months of dealing with a pandemic takes a toll on a child. Zoom fatigue, the loss of social connections, and all the challenges of virtual learning can easily dampen young people’s spirits and motivation. So, how ... Click Here to Read More
Social Media: Is it safe for your child? Kids and teens may be more tempted than ever to use social media now that they are spending so much time at home. It’s important that parents understand that social media has a dark side, what to be aware of, and how to keep your child safe. It’s difficult ... Click Here to Read More