Make Music in Bloomfield and Literature in Bloomfield
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The Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra is currently celebrating its 86th season – its 20th under the baton of music director and conductor, Israel “Buzz” Herman. The Orchestra will be performing Rossini's "Overture to the Barber of Seville" and Mendelssohn's "Violin Concert in E Minor" on March 11th, 3:00pm at Bloomfield Middle School.
The Bloomfield Youth Band will perform a concert on Saturday, March 17th, 8:00pm at the Middle School.
Print and save this flyer to save $10.
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Bloomfield College's Division of the Humanities is hosting a two-day literary program with poetry, fiction, and non-fiction writing workshops March 22-23. Renowned poet Sonia Sanchez will give the keynote address and host a Q&A session. See the full, free
schedule of events online
. RSVP by email:
[email protected].
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What’s New With Bloomfield Fire!
Get your free smoke detector from the BFD Today
Acting Fire Official Thomas Wilson, Captain Anthony Minervino, Fire Prevention Specialist Derek Hernandez are pictured here installing a 10-year worry-free smoke detector donated by Home Depot
for Maryann Scaglione. If you're a senior citizen residing in Bloomfield, please feel free to call the Fire Prevention Bureau at
973-680-4153
to schedule a free installation.
The BFD wants you to
be aware of HIDDEN HAZARDS IN THE HOME
, such as Glass Fire Doors, 9 Volt Batteries, Clothes Dryers, Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs, and Water Heater. These helpful tips everyone can keep you and your loved ones and your homes safe. The Fire Prevention Bureau is here for all the residents of Bloomfield to use. Please feel free to stop by 375 Franklin St, or call
973-680-4153 with questions or to schedule a free home inspection.
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Important Notices from the Department of Public Works and Parks
- Bloomfield Township recently purchased a $385,000 state of the art sewer truck at the request of the DPW. It is sent out for four to six preventative maintenances daily. Still, sewer backups caused by grease are most common in the winter, so the DPW advises residents to follow simple safety guidelines that can prevent backups and save money. Download the flyer.
- Do you have rolled up old chargers, broken TVs, or other electronic waste? Don't throw them away, recycle them at the Department of Public Works yard, 230 Grove St. every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm.
- If you see a pothole, please email [email protected] or call us at 973-680-4127 with the location so the DPW can fix it right away.
- Biodegradable bag pick up is suspended until the spring season. Should you need a pickup, please contact the DPW/Parks Department at 973-680-4127 to set up an appointment. Other news is available on the DPW Facebook.
- Please read about the lead levels in tap water, and call the Engineering Department at 973-680-4009 to find out how to get your water tested for lead.
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Recreational Opportunities for All Ages
Bloomfield senior citizens are invited to a
St. Patrick’s Day luncheon on Friday, March 16th at the Town Pub, from 11:30am-1:30pm. To pre-register, call Gabriela Guida at the Bloomfield Recreation Department,
973-743-9074. The Bloomfield Senior Club is also hosting a
Social Security Seminar on Friday, March 2nd.
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Softball Registration Now Open
Peppermint and Suburban Softball registration for girls in Grades 3-8 is now taking place. There is a $55 registration fee on or before March 7th. After March 7th the registration fee is $60. Registrations will only be accepted up until Wednesday, March 14th. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to participate in evaluations/tryouts. All perspective players are urged to attend both evaluations. Please wear athletic clothing, sneakers and bring your glove.
Please click here for more information
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Bloomfield Spring Programs are available for
adults, kids, and seniors. Registration begins March 7th.
Click here for listings.
The Recreation Department’s
Equipment Exchange Program is open during the Recreation Department's normal hours, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30am-4:30pm and Wednesday Nights 6:00pm-8:30pm. Call
973-743-9074 to schedule an appointment during off
hours.
Experience Bloomfield Parks this Spring!
SAVE THE DATE: The Bloomfield Cultural Commission's Second Annual International Food Festival is on April 28th. For more information on how to participate,
click here.
If you own a business and need a visible sponsorship opportunity, consider being
a sponsor of Bloomfield Recreation’s many public programs. Multiple sponsorship levels are available. Email Recreation Director
Michael Sceurman
today!
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Bloomfield Community Garden Initiative
Seeking gardeners to join us at the organic
Pulaski Park Community Garden
. Put your name on the waitlist to rent a 4x8 plot for $50 for the season. We will be pulling from the waitlist after March 1.
We endorse practices for growing healthy vegetables that are environmentally-friendly, and host several events during the season. We also have a compost center. Call
973-748-6462 or email
[email protected].
More information available online.
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Bloomfield Library Offers Free Concerts, Finance Seminars and More!
Celebrate Read Across America Day (Dr. Seuss's birthday) with us on March 2nd!
March Programs
can be found
online.
St. Patrick-themed concert
by Irish singer and musician
Ian Gallagher
on March 24th at 1:00pm. Like all BPL events, it is free to attend. Don't forget to wear your Celtic green. Download the
event flyer
.
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Regular meeting times for Writer's Circle, Bridge Club, Midday Movies, Genealogy Club, Finance Club, Book Club and Non-Fiction Book Club are
available online.
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Bloomfield Council Meetings and Election Petitions
The Bloomfield Council will meet twice in March:
March 5 (Conf.) (Room 205 LEB) 7:00pm.
March 19 (Reg.) (Council Chambers) 7:00pm.
Democratic County Committee Petitions and Petitions for the Council-at-Large seat, to fill the unexpired Council term of Carlos Pomares are due on April 2nd. Petitions should be delivered to the Municipal Clerk’s Office, Rm 214, Municipal Building, 1 Municipal Plaza, Bloomfield, NJ. Councilman Richard Rockwell was appointed to fill the Council-at-Large seat until a successor is elected at the General Election on November 6th, 2018 to complete the unexpired term.
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Councilwoman Wartyna Davis, Councilwoman Jenny Mundell and Councilwomen Sarah Cruz, along with the Bloomfield Township Council and Bloomfield Recreation Department, are offering four social and educational events for women to participate in on
March 3rd, 10th, 13th and 17th.
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What can Bloomfield Health and Human Services do for you?
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Neighbor to Neighbor Network (NTNN) is seeking caring individuals to
volunteer to assist elderly Bloomfield neighbors in need. At NTNN, we match volunteers to Bloomfield seniors to help them with grocery shopping, errands, or just to provide some conversation and companionship. If you or anyone you know could benefit from our services or would like to volunteer, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at
973-680-4017.
The Division of Human Services is hosting its seventh
Back 2 School Store event on July 29th for children entering Grades K-5 in the Fall. For more information, call
973-680-4017.
All Bloomfield residents age 60 and older are cordially invited to the
Senior Extravaganza. Spots are limited. Call
973-680-4017 for details, or if you need transportation assistance.
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Bloomfield Heath and Human Services offers food handling courses and certifications. No one can be employed in the occupation of manufacturing, handling or serving food or beverages intended or suited for consumption without a food handler's certificate from the Board of Health. The next training will be March 22nd from 10:00am-1:00pm at Bloomfield Health Department, Rm 111, 1 Municipal Plaza. The course costs $20. For questions or to register, call
973-680-4024.
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Bloomfield Police Department’s Upcoming Events and Trainings
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Sign up for alerts and tips from the Bloomfield Police Department on your phone or computer. Download t
he app or register online and chose your preferred m
eans of contact, email and/or a text.
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Be Aware of Package Theft
Following a string of package thefts in Eastern Essex County, the Bloomfield Police Department urges residents to
follow a few simple guidelines to avoid being the victim of package theft.
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Based on the success of last year’s program, the BPD and Montclair Police Department will host a Citizen/Clergy Police Academy every Tuesday evening from February 13th–April 10th, where residents can learn more about community policing, proper investigation and arrest procedure, and more. This course is
free.
More details and contact information.
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Historical Society Gears up for an Exciting Spring
Did you know that the first batting cage, catcher’s mask and even professional baseball itself, originated in New Jersey? On March 27 at 7:30pm in Bloomfield Civic Center, 84 Broad St,
the HSOB will present historian Linda Barth speaking about her book “A History of Inventing in New Jersey: From Thomas Edison to the Ice Cream Cone.”
Learn about the New Jerseyans who brought sound and music to movies and built the very first drive-in theater, the vacuum cleaner, plastic and Band-Aids, ice cream cones and M&Ms. Barth's book will be available for sale at the event, which is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Contact
973-743-8844 or
[email protected] for information about membership and upcoming meetings.
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Bloomfield Animal Shelter Fundraiser March 1st
SOBAS will be holding a
"Paint & Sip" fundraising event
on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 7:00pm at the Knights of Columbus, 150 Chestnut St, in Nutley. The class is being taught by Bee 'n Crafty of Nutley, and the tickets are $35 each. All painting supplies are included and snacks will be served. BYOB. You can order tickets
online via PayPal
. Include "Paint and Sip" in the description. You can also buy tickets at the door on the evening of the event.
Daily adoption hours are:
Monday, Tuesday: 2:00pm–5:00pm
Wednesday: 2:00pm–6:00pm
Thursday, Friday: 2:00pm–5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm–5:00pm
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