For History Buffs
Thanks to the Star-Ledger for sourcing our website for this look back in time! This bit of history looks at the eccentric Samuel Rushmore and his estate here in Netherwood Heights. For a direct link, click HERE.
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MLK Food Drive and Potluck
On Saturday, January 17th, Mayor Adrian Mapp and First Lady Amelia Mapp invite you to their home to celebrate the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. There will be a food collection, as well as a Potluck dinner to share. Date: Saturday, January 17th Time: 5:30 – midnight Address: 535 W. Eighth Street in Plainfield Non-perishable Read More …
No Luminaries This Year
Neighbors put their hearts into creating a luminary display that continues to top itself year after year. However, with the weather forecast becoming more foreboding with 100% chance of rain as we approach Christmas Eve, it is with regret that the decision has been made to not proceed. We wish one and all a happy Read More …
Netherwood Neighbor Dave Beck Passes
It is with sadness we share that Netherwood neighbor Dave Beck has passed. While there are those of us who did not know him well, he was quite involved around Plainfield. Councilman Storch shares memories of Dave HERE that are quite touching. Click HERE to learn more about Dave, and to leave a memory. Our Read More …
Almost Time For A Visit From Santa
Look who stopped by the Island in Netherwood! We received the following message, and we wanted to share it with you! We had a visitor at the historic traffic circle in my neighborhood. I’ll bet he wanted to finish last minute touches before his visit with the children. What a guy that Santa is… David Read More …
2015 NHN Calendar Now Available
The 2015 Netherwood Heights Neighbors calendar is now available for purchase! The theme is “Railroad Stations of Plainfield, NJ”. You can use our online order form HERE. Bring some money to our monthly meeting on Tuesday, and you can get your copy then! Hint, hint… they make great holiday gifts! And a giant ‘thank you’ Read More …
Reserve Your 2015 NHN Calendar
Sneak Peek! The 2015 Netherwood calendar theme is “Railroad Stations of Plainfield, NJ”. You can now use our online order form to reserve your 2015 Netherwood Heights Neighbors calendar – reserve yours today!
Halloween 2014
We have been asked what the plans are for Halloween. Here’s a note from Police Director Riley’s office, and we’ve been informed that it will appear on the city’s website, too! City Residents are asked to observe a voluntary juvenile curfew of 8:30 pm on both October 30th and 31st. Additionally, parents and guardians are Read More …
Coat Drive for St. Mary’s
St. Mary’s Church in Plainfield is holding their annual coat drive on Sunday, November 16th. As in the past, they are looking for gently worn coats that are clean and in good shape for all ages. If you have coats that you could donate, Pat VanSlyke is working at the coat drive and she has Read More …
Remembering Pat Turner Kavanaugh
Here is information on services for Pat: Remembrance Services for Former YMCA Board Chair Pat Turner Kavanaugh – Please join us as we celebrate Pat Turner Kavanaugh’s life this Sunday 12 Oct 2014 from 2pm-5pm at Higgins Home for funerals. We are encouraging people to speak from 4pm-5pm. http://higginsfuneralhome.com This is the direct link if Read More …