02.08.2010 - Welcome to Parsippany Focus!
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Opening
The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development Committee celebrated the grand opening of its member Hampton Inn & Suites at an official Ribbon Cutting at 3737 Route 46 East. Supporting the event in pictures were: Left to Right is Michael Williams, General Manager, Councilman Michael dePierro, Robert Peluso, President, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce and Parsippany Area Visitor Center, Mayor Jamie Barberio, and AJ Patel owner of Hampton Inn & Suites with his family. For additional information on Parsippany's newest business, please call Michael Williams at (973) 257-1600. Hampton Inn & Suites is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
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- Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Opening
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- 3rd Annual Family Ice Skating
- PACC Launches "Spotlight on Parsippany" Radio Talk Show
- Parsippany Police News
- Life In The Victorian Era
- “Love ‘n Bake” will Help the Animals
- School of Technology Child Related Careers Program Accepting Preschool Applications
- Monster Mini Golf to Help Homeless Animals
- Tax Assistance For Parsippany Seniors
- Gianna Donates Ten Inches of Hair to Pantene's Beautiful Lengths
- Fundraiser for Dog Park Brings Famous Cartoonist to Morris County
- Mansion in May Designer Showhouse & Gardens Seeks Volunteers
- Fun Fair Fundraiser at Rockaway Meadow
- Parsippany-Troy Hills Library Children Winter Programs
- Adopt a pet from Parsippany Animal Shelter
- Get $1,000 for Jewish Overnight Camp
- PHS Class of 1960 Reunion
- Temple Beth Am Celebrates Martin Luther King Day With Interfaith Service
- Reader's Theatre at Northvail Elementary
- Township of Parsippany Fall Newsletter
- Parsippany-Troy Hills Library and The Friends of the Library Open Book Nook
- Youth Baseball Seeking Members
- Teen Scuba Diving
- Moms Club Donates to Food Pantry
- Parents have a Voice at Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Memorial
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Fun Fair at Rockaway Meadow
The Rockaway Meadow School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is holding its annual Fun Fair fundraiser on Saturday, February 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (snow date Saturday, February 27). This year’s Fun Fair will have a “Green” theme and will include: Games and crafts using recyclable materials for kids, special guests with information on how to be more eco-friendly, a 50/50, and a tricky tray with over 50 exciting prize baskets.
The Fun Fair is Rockaway Meadow School PTA’s biggest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds from the event provide additional enrichment programs and field trips for the students in grades K-5. There will be a wide variety of fun activities for children including boardwalk type games with an abundance of prizes, craft stations and more!
Children and families are also encouraged to bring in EMPTY Elmer’s glue sticks and bottles as well as EMPTY Scotch tape dispensers to get a free game ticket which can be used for any game (1 per child).
Adults can also have fun participating in a 50/50 raffle or a Tricky Tray with over 50 baskets and several grand prizes featuring theatre tickets, sports memorabilia, sporting event tickets, chocolate baskets, one year family membership to the YMCA, among other items.
“There is so much information out there about doing simple things to help our environment. Since the kids are our future, we felt it was a perfect opportunity to educate them in a fun way! ” says Co-Chairperson Jennifer Lorencovitz“. “This is a very important fundraiser so everyone’s attendance benefits the children of our school!”
Rockaway Meadow School is a K – 5 Elementary School located at 160 Edwards Road. For more information regarding the Fun Fair, please visit the school district’s website at http://www.pthsd.k12.nj.us or email Jennifer Lorencovitz, Fun Fair Co-Chairperson at 123sandcastle@gmail.com.
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Craft Fair at St. Peter
Looking for crafters of personally handmade items to sell them at a Craft Show on Saturday, April 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. They are offering 42 tables, wide advertising, a prominent location near major highways. This fundraiser is sponsored by Rosary Altar Society, St. Peter the Apostle Church, Parsippany. Space available on first come basis, required advance registration and fee must be completed by March 26. For applications or more information, call (973) 335-9693..
Free tax assistance will be available again to all Parsippany Senior Citizens and low income or disabled persons by experienced and trained AARP-IRS Tax Aides. Sessions will begin Tuesday, February 9 and will continue every Tuesday through April 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at the Parsippany Community Center, 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.
People who wish to use this service should bring copies of their completed 2008 federal and state income tax returns and the new 2009 (1040) tax packets received in the mail. You must also bring all information concerning all sources of income such as social security, pension, wages, interest, dividends, capital gains, stock sales and their original cost, medical expenses, property taxes, mortgage interest, and charitable contributions. Tenants should know the amount of rent paid in 2009. When you receive the Property Tax Reimbursement booklet (PTR 1 or 2) from the state, bring the Homeowners Verification form to Town Hall Tax Department to be filled out and stamped, then bring the booklet and form with you to your tax appointment.
Please call Lynne or Colleen for an appointment at (973) 263-7351 or 7352.
Parsippany Child Day Care Center, located at 300 Baldwin Road is a licensed, non-profit childcare center is now enrolling students. State licensed, certified staff, full time, year-round program for six weeks old through Pre-K. Open 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and snack are included. Early childhood educational program. For more information please call (973) 334-7286.
