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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in West Orange, New Jersey with AmericanTowns West Orange Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Essex County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your West Orange organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in West Orange is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Weekend Activities in and around West Orange

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the West Orange area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts New Jersey’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Winning the Real Estate Game in West Orange in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in New Jersey is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

An Invitation to our West Orange Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about West Orange, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in New Jersey

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a New Jersey Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

Corenet NJ To Host 2011 Holiday Social Real Estate Networking At Historic Highlawn Pavilion

NEWARK, NJ - CoreNet (Corporate Real Estate Network) Global, New Jersey Chapter, has announced that the 2011 Holiday Social and Real Estate Leaders Networking Event will be held...

West Orange Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the West Orange area

West Orange NJ Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the West Orange area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic...

West Orange Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

The Power of a Single Vote - West Orange Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local West Orange elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Essex County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Essex County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Essex County New Jersey area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local...

Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for New Jersey NJ

New Jersey Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in New Jersey. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in West Orange and across the country. With...

Find New Jersey Corn Mazes - Get lost in a New Jersey haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a New Jersey corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Offers Important Guidelines for Athlete

Recognizing and Treating Concussion: Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Offers Important Guidelines for Athletes, Parents and Coaches.WEST ORANGE, N.J---With the start of the...

Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for New Jersey NJ

We have the best New Jersey apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of New Jersey. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms...

Back to School for Orange - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Orange! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

Back to School for West Orange - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, West Orange! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

US Postal Service closure of West Orange post office details and information

Nearly 3,700 post offices could shut down starting as early as January, U.S. Post Master General Patrick Donahoe announced Tuesday. The proposal follows record-breaking profit...

Kessler Institute Offers Tips on Preventing Hearing Loss

May Is Better Speech and Hearing Month.WEST ORANGE, N.J---The roar of a jet, the blare of a siren and even the blast of music from radios and media players are putting people of...

NEW INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS AT NEXT GENERATION TRUST SERVICES WILL PAY IT FORWARD THROUGHOUT JUNE TO BENEFIT NONPROFIT CAT SANCTUARY

Financial Services Firm Will Donate 50% of Set-Up Fees to Tabby’s Place in Honor of Adopt a Shelter Cat Month ROSELAND, N.J., May 3, 2011 – May 31 is “Hug Your...

Make a difference in West Orange! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the West Orange area and around...

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Offers Tips on Preventing Injuries

West Orange, NJ, From Little League to the Major League and at all levels in between, baseball and softball season is in full swing - and with that comes the risk of injury. Tens...

13th Annual United Way Night Of Miracles

Come Back With us to the glamour of the Roaring TwentiesYou are invited to the United Way of Essex and West Hudson Night Of Miracles GalaFeaturing: The Dixieland music of Gary...

West Orange St Patrick's Day Parades and Events

Here you can find some of the West Orange events and parades that are going on for celebrating St. Patrick's Day in West Orange for 2011: March 13, 2011 - West Orange Saint...

Essex County Restaurants Unite for Scholarship Fundraiser

from:West Orange Chamber of Commerce

West Orange, NJ -- The North Essex Chamber of Commerce will host the 10th Annual Taste of Essex. Over 40 Essex County restaurants will gather to tempt the taste buds of the local...

Twelve Visions Party of New Jersey

The Twelve Visions Party of New Jersey Announces Its 3rd State Convention on March 19, 2011 ...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Essex County, NJ

West Orange Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Essex County, NJ. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! If...

Hurricane Irene is heading towards New Jersey, Take Shelter

With its trajectory bound for the eastern seaboard, Hurricane Irene could strike North Carolina’s Outer Banks as early as Friday night, with at-risk areas including...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery Plans

The dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning Volunteer

Over the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Teresa Berg Takes Pictures That Get Animals Placed in Homes

Teresa Berg is a photographer with an eye for the beauty within. She takes everyday subjects, like children and animals and transforms them into extraordinary images to be...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Steve Wampler Climbed a Mountain So Kids With Disabilities Could Go to Camp

Steve Wampler is wheelchair-bound due to Cerebral Palsy, but he doesn't allow that to define him. As he says on his website, rockonsteve, he's moved past his disability to a place...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Fowler Ruffin Helps Animals Find Homes and Children Find Happiness

Fowler Ruffin is one of those people who knows the secret to making a heaven here on earth. Just take a look at Pinch Me Acres, the farm she bought with her husband and they...

AmericanTowns Heroes: DJ Waldow and his 28-Day Good Deed Challenge

DJ is the "Social Butterfly Guy" on his blog of the same name. What's with the name? According to DJ, he was the guy who "got bored real quick if he was not...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Denise Allen's Quilts Portray Everyday Life and History

Denise Allen is a needlework folk artist and quilter whose work has been exhibited in folk art museums and galleries around the country. Her quilts tell the stories of African...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bailey Reese and Friends Send Hugs to Heroes

When a hurricane stuck the area where Bailey Reese lives it caused a tremendous amount of damage as well as distress to the community.Military help was called in to assist with...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marie Paolucci Makes Chemo Kits to Help Make Treatment Less Stressful

Most of us think of Halloween when October rolls around, but we've also come to associate October as National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Many organizations run their fund...