Union Public Library & Arts Center hosts a grand opening
By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta Correspondent
It’s official. The newly renovated Union Public Library & Arts Center is now open!
“I’m excited we’re finally open,” said library director Kassundra Miller. “We’re happy to be able to offer everything – a sensory room, a creativity lab… We’re the public’s library. We’re here for the public.”
“Today’s a special day for the township of Union,” said Gabriel Ramos, manager of the Vauxhall branch. “It’s a state-ofthe-art library that meets their needs. In my opinion, one of the best in the state.”
There are three levels in the gorgeous building – and all three floors were jampacked with visitors. On the lower level there’s an art gallery, a Black Box Theatre and a podcast room. There’s a main level and an upper level with an outdoor patio and a cozy fireplace area. There are individual study rooms, a learning lab for classroom activities and restrooms on every level.
Nancy Rocha of Union said, “It’s a nice building in the neighborhood. There’s more space for kids and those who spend time here.”
Her son, Nicholas Rocha, also of Union, said, “It’s very much like the university libraries at Seton Hall. The study rooms are actually a bit better. It’s soundproof.”
Irma Melgar, of Union, loves everything about the library.
Anthony Guarino, of Union, pointed out that you can borrow musical instruments from the library.
The grand opening celebration was going on for three days. Highlights included the Art Gallery unveiling, featuring works by acclaimed artist Winston Young
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of Brandon, 11, at the library’s grand opening. Below right, trophy-winning LEGO master, Corey Samuels, and his brother, Travis Samuels, were there at the grand opening of the Union Public Library & Arts Center, where they led a workshop.
Photos by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta
Above left, Isaac, 5, has a blast at the LEGO workshop in the Union Public Library & Arts Center. Above right, library Director Kassundra Miller and Gabriel Ramos, manager of Vauxhall Branch, are all smiles for the grand opening of the Union Public Library & Arts Center. Below left, artist Steve Nyman draws a caricature
Union resident named 2025 winner of Louis G. Mattei Lifetime Achievement Award
Sandy Gibson, of Union, is the 2025 recipient of the most prestigious annual award handed out by the New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals.
NABIP-NJ recognized Gibson’s achievements and ongoing commitment to the profession, naming her the recipient of the 2025 Louis G. Mattei Lifetime Achievement Award.
Gibson, a passionate advocate for the health insurance profession and a longtime NABIP member, was surprised with the award in front of colleagues and friends from across the state.
She was also surprised by her family, who was in attendance.
“I am humbled and honored to be the 31st recipient of the Louis G. Mattei award,” Gibson said.
“As someone who has served in every board position on the Central Jersey Chapter and NJ State levels, I’m proud that my dedication, contributions and commitment have been recognized. My award chest is now complete and this
honor means the world to me.”
With more than 25 years in the insurance industry, Gibson’s leadership has left a positive mark. She launched her career at Prudential Healthcare, moved to AmeriHealth in 2000 and later founded her own brokerage agency, Karing is Mutual LLC in 2018.
Her journey with NABIP-NJ began in 2000 and her involvement has only increased with time. Gibson has had a wide array of leadership roles, including president of NABIP-NJ in 2013–2014 and president of NABIP-NJ’s Central Chapter from 2009–2011 and then in 2023–2024 during a time of transition.
“NABIP-NJ is the only association in New Jersey with true credibility in the healthcare industry,” she said. “The knowledge, expertise and advocacy, both on the state and the national level, are invaluable.
“This association has helped me grow personally and professionally while building meaningful relationships with other brokers and carriers.”
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Sandy Gibson
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Tuesday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
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It was an unforgettable evening of glamour, glitz and good times on Friday, June 6, as the long-awaited grand opening of the new Union Arts Center & Public Library kicked off a festive three-day celebration. More than 100 event-goers consisting of political dignitaries, community leaders and the altruistic rubbed elbows at this lavish black tie/red carpet event at Friberger Park in Union that was followed by the DMK Black Box Theater Dedication, UHS PAC Alumni Performance, Broadway Tales & Tunes, Art Gallery opening and more.
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Union Township and American Theater Group announce landmark partnership
The township of Union and American Theater Group have announced a transformative partnership that will bring professional theater and diverse arts programming to the newly constructed DMK Black Box Theater. Located in the heart of Union’s thriving business district, at 1980 Morris Ave. in Union, this dynamic collaboration will expand cultural access for local residents while establishing Union as a regional arts destination.
“This is a unique opportunity for Union residents and our neighbors to experience high-quality arts programming right here in our own community,” said Mayor James Bowser Jr. “The DMK Theater will be more than just a venue – it will be a vibrant cultural hub for performances, education and community engagement. We are thrilled to be working with American Theater Group to bring this vision to life.”
Through the partnership, ATG will produce three major theatrical produc-
tions annually, along with a range of monthly community events such as play readings, cultural celebrations, interviews with theater professionals and cabaret performances. The collaboration also includes dedicated programming for youth, including a summer theater camp and educational opportunities through ATG’s acclaimed New Works/New Voices playwriting workshops.
“Union Township’s vision for the arts is both inspiring and ambitious,” said Jim Vagias, ATG’s producing artistic director. “We are honored to serve as artist-in-residence and bring professional, inclusive and innovative theater to the DMK Black Box Theater. This partnership allows us to expand our reach in Union County and deepen our commitment to education, diversity and meaningful storytelling.”
The first official season of programming is expected to launch later this year, with a grand opening celebration and inaugural performance series to follow.
UNION NEWS
Union Farmers Market hosted every Thursday
The Union Farmers Market will be every Thursday this summer, from 4 to 9 p.m., in the front parking lot of Town Hall, 1976 Morris Ave., Union. The next Farmers Markets thisc month will be July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks to be hosted
Union’s 4th of July Concert and Fireworks will be on Friday, July 4, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Bierteumpfel Park, Winslow Avenue, Union. The concert will be at 7:30 p.m. and the fireworks will be around 9 p.m.
Zoning Board to meet
Union’s Zoning Board of Adjustment
will meet on Wednesdays, July 9, 16 and 23, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., in the Municipal Building, 1976 Morris Ave., Union.
Committee to meet
Union’s Township Committee will meet on Tuesday, July 22, to have a conference from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., followed by a regular meeting from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., in the Municipal Building, 1976 Morris Ave., Union.
Planning Board to meet
Union’s Planning Board will meet on Thursday, July 24, with a conference from 6:30 to 7 p.m. in the Conference Room, followed by a hearing from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room, both in the Municipal Building, 1976 Morris Ave., Union.
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Previously known as the Union Farmers Market, The Market at Union has been rebranded and moved just a few feet to the right of its former location along Morris Avenue. Now proudly set up in front of the new Union Arts Center which opened on Friday, June 6, almost two dozen vendors and food trucks provide delighted shoppers with a wide array of fresh produce, plants, crafts, delicious meals and desserts. Originally established in June 2015, the market is currently open and bustling every Thursday afternoon into early evening now through the fall.
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Union High School graduates the Class of 2025
Joshua Abbey
Iman Abdullahi
Samaad Abdus Salaam
Lorraine Aberi
Ava Abreu
Tanika Accino
Bryan Accinot
Aidan Acevedo
Rhonda Acheampong
Victoria Adebiyi
Oluwatimilehin Adegboye
Michael Adegboyega
Enoch Adeniran
Charlyce Adikibe
Christopher Adu-Yeboah
Gloria Afanador
Nnaemeka Afonne
Alayna Agnis
Williams Aguaysa
Gabrielle Aguilar
Bryan Aimable
Marvellous Ajayi
Daramola Ajibade
Oluwaseunara Ajisafe
Aesma Albashir
Sean Alexander
Awenskyna Alexandre
Jimmy Alexandre
Hasan Alhasiyni
Sundas Ali
Ernest Alleyne-Young
Matthew Almeida-Basralian
Taylor Alston
Luciano Alvarado Quesada
David Alzate
Samuel Amankwah
Ayda Amelemah
Lois Amoako
Kariem Anderson
Rene Andrade
Amber Andre
Geraldine Anunugwo
Jazmin Arango-Lopez
Kenny Araujo Garcia
Christelle Aristilde
Christopher Aristilde
Brielle Arnold
Samuel Arowosegbe
Gabriel Arreaga
Keysla Zharith Arriaga Aldana
Jason Arteaga
George Asante
Dylan Asitimbay
Woodley Auciel
Samantha Auguste
Tommy Auguste
Elijah Avant
Andres Avila
Augustine Awad-Damiano
Liebe Ayebou
Inumidun Badejo
Nicolas Baez
Paige Bailey
Joshua Balogun
Mueez Balogun
Adriana Nicole Barbecho
Amaguana
Jason Barnette
Kiyan Bashaw
Frances Ella Batulan
Meanlie Beaupin
Mark-Gardy Belfleur
Justin Bellotti
Bryan Benoit
Lyle Bernad
Gabriel Bernui
David Bertozzi
Arian Betances
Ne'Veah Bey
Joseph Bieber
Mia Blake
Carter Bond
Bobby Bonds
Alexander Boukhadcha
Abigaelle Boulin
Bridgette Boutin
Lakota Boyd
Kamaya Branch
Katelyn Branco
Aubrey Bridges
Stephen Bright
Ny'Asia Brinkley
Chanel Brito
Ilanna Brito
Dante Brown
Dequan Brown
Liana Brown-Batemon
Kai Bullock
Makieh Burney
Jermaine Burns
Victoria Butter
Reginald Butts
Cayla Byron
Ezequiel Caballero Montes
Naomi Cajuste
Kayla Calderon
Faillissa Calixte
Ryumi Calle-Oshiro
J'Nay Camara
Jonathan Camargo
Andrew Cameron
Ashley Cameron
Jonathan Campbell-Boucher
Brianna Cardenas
Mellonie Carmona
Christopher Carson
Corrina Cartaya
Logan Carter
Zahirah Carter
Katelyn Cartey
Patrick Carthy
Adriel Caruth
Valerie Castellanos
Maliya Cavero
Chelsea Cebedo
Urielle Celestin
Adam Centeno
Paula Cerqueira
Grace Ceus
Ta'ki Charles
Gordon Chen
Khalil Cherubin
Jarvis Cheung
Wilson Christian
Kameron Coaxum
Katelyn Coelho Alves
Angelina Colon
Abigail Constant
William Cordeiro
Chris Coronel
Kamryn Correia Grave
John Marco Cruz
Maya Cruz
Ashley Cuenca Chamba
Katelyn Cunha
Kayla Cunha
Autumn Curry
Eli Curry
Taylor Curry
Jayme Curtis
Ah-Zair Cuttino
Rajaun D'Aguilar
Karina DaSilva
Keshon'e Davis
Jade De La Rosa
Peter DeGuzman
Hayley DeJesus
Kaitlyn DeJesus
Joshua Deleon
Brianna Delgado
Michael DelGuercio
Christine Delice
Ryan DeMatos
Daniel Dennis
Kervin Desir
Jeremiah Desormes
Andrew Desrosiers
Julio De Windt Guzman
Arvind Dhanantwari
Christopher Diaz
Kelvens Dieujuste
Joseph DiRuggiero
Vivian Do
Vy Doan
Ayden Doman
Isabell Keira Domingo
Dragon Dong
Michael Donnelly
Jonathan Dorce
Aseye Akosua Dorgbefu
Ashley Dorsainvil
Samantha Dos Santos
Victoria Duarte
Miles Dudgeon
Kayena Dufresne
Dakari Dugger
Gavyn Raemond Dumaua
Elijah Dunnell
Caleb Duvelson
Angel Echevarria
Tyler Edmond
Jayden Edmondson
Trinity Eje
Ndubuisi Ejike
Zephaniah Eke
Diana Elbanna
Gaima Elysee
Yetari Enebrami
Natalia Escalante
Cristopher Daniel Espinoza
Vidal
Brenden Etienne
Emily Eugene
Delilah Everett
Shawn Exantus
Brihannah Exilus
Alyssa Faynor
Leila Feliciano
Jabril Fenner
Andrew Fernandes
Matheus Fernandes
Jorge Fernandez
Lance Woodrow Fernandez
Leila Fernandez
Jeffrey Field
Johnny Fleurmond
Felix Flores
Alexander Florez
Leon Francis
Juwan Freeman
Juan Jose Gallego Echeverri
Mariella Garcia
Abony Garcia-Smith
David Gardiner
MacKenzie Gayle
Jonathan Genao
Laylah George
Luke George
Safiya George
Shaina Germain
Djeny Gesse
Marquis Gilchrist
Mia Gillespie
Matthew Gimenez
Santiago Giraldo Correa
Louis Glover
Raquel Golberg-Swiney
Jason Gomes
Ryan Gomes
Yoselin Joann Gomez
Nicholas Goncalves
Daniel Gonzalez
Xavyer Gonzalez
Dylan Graca
Malachi Gramont
Gina Guido
John Peter Guillaume
Luna Guimaraes
Eren Gurlemis
Rinzin Gurung
David Guzman
Hanneesa Habib
Kayanat Habib
Kamari Hampton
Gabriel Hargrove
Hayden-Lee Harjono
Dayshawn Harris
Kyreef Harris
Elizabeth Harvey
Samantha Haug
Brielle Hayford
Zaniyah Hazelwood
Amari Henderson
Andy Hernandez
Marline Herard
Markus Hernandez
Dahiana Hernandez Duran
Christopher Herrera Limpias
Ashani Hinnant
Alena Hoang
Jamal Hogan
Sanaa Hogan
Kailey Houston
Sithara Ibrahim
SyedShuaib Imran
Jeremiah Inokon
Jefferson Christopher Dave
Isme
Jalen Jackson
Megan James
Ryu Javate
Ja'Marie Jean
JLynn Jean-Baptiste
Marissa Jean-Baptiste
Jonathan Jenkins
Sudan Jenkins
Elena Jensen
Joshua Jensen
Ailis Johnson
Jaden Johnson
Marcus Johnson
Miya Johnson
Nathan Johnson
Owen Johnson
Kezia Rose Lacrete Jolicoeur
Jamiya Jones
Ayana Josaphat
Anthony Joseph
Jenisa Joseph
Kathney Joseph
Liah Joseph
Michael Joseph
Princesse Joseph
Rickel Joseph
Alexis Jurgens
Christian Justice
Kalil Kaba
Kelly Kam
Jaka Kamara
Emmanuel Kenah-Kelly
Anya Keoheuangpraseuth
Wahab Keshiro
Jessica Kiliko
Omalley King
Kristolyn Koduah
Damian Koziol
Joshua Kwakugah
Morgan Labranche
Shawn Lachapelle
Evelin Lala
Alexander Gael Lara Sagaon
Olivier Larose
Caroline Laverty
Kamaya Lawry
Alex Le
Grace Lescano
Joseph Levy
Alan Lis
Samuel Longo
Marc-Kendy Louis
Reydlina Louis
Mikayla Lowe
Mya Lubin
Dalein Lugo
Lukas Lugo
Viviana Luna Quintana
Bahaa Maghawri
Justin Maharaj
Najib Maldonado
Paula Sofia Maldonado Garcia
Adriano Malta
Mary Grace Manalad
Grant Cooper
Cierra Corbin
Bacmicho Exuma
Modupeola Fari
Adaora Ike
Olamma Ikwu
Alex Mariano
Class of 2025 graduates from Union High School
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Owen Marshall
Daryn Martin
Miguel Martinez
Alexa Drew Masaoy
Luis Mata
Carl Adrianne Matala
Shayla Mathurin
Angelica Cristina Matos Dias
Emil Matthews
Mikayla May
Robert McDonald
Micah McDowell
Sean McElroy
Gabriel McGee
Abosede McKenzie
Shamir Medalla
Caden Carlo Medeiros
Felicity Medina
Nwando Melie
Geneseis M Mera
Malachi Messiah
Angelo Michel
Doni-Ann Miller
Keira Miller-People
Anthony Mills
Fabian Mino
Keilana Miralles
Tracy Moise
Leillany Molina
Hervens Moneus
David Montel
Olivia Montes de Oca
Maria do Carmo Morais
Kendra Morales
Thaina Moreau
Yessenia Moore
Emily Ariana Moreno Palacios
Hodari Morgan
Raul David Moscoso Moreira
Edmond Moses
Julien Moulin Bonilla
Alan Mowle
Anthony Moya Rojas
Genesis Munoz
Jovanni Munoz
Harrison Munt
Jaden Murillo
Jayden Musa
Kiara Mae Musa
Giovani Mytil
Nephtalie Nacily
Gabriel Narvaez
Aidan Nason
Spencer Ngokeng
Jordan Nguyen
Luz Nolasco
Patricia Nordeste
Peter Nyangweso
Chizara Obi
Alison Ocampo
David Oduba
Lena-Michelle Ifunanya Ofoeze-Morrison
Ashley Ogaraku
Momooreoluwa Ojo
Oluwatomisin Ojo
Nkechi Okafor
Ayomide Olatubosun
Alana Oliveira
Leonardo Oliveira
Babadara Olowe
Emmanuel Oluokun
Daphne Onyeukwu
Tomiwa Candice OpeoduOnasanya
Collins Oriola
Samuel Oropeza Vargas
Anaiis Ortiz
Gilberto Ortiz
Giovanni Ortiz
Jared Ortiz
Jayden Ortiz
Woldy Osson
Anthony Osti
Candice Otoo
Precious Owowo
Samantha Nicole Pablo
Leo Panes
Alyssa Monhale Paragas
Ashlyn Pascall
Andrew Paterek
Sydney Peacock
Ryan Pearce
Moises Peralta
Samuel Perez
Ever Perez Martin
Maryliz Peters
Diderot Petit-Val
Kelly Ann Pham
Vy Phan
Ronald Philemon
Eva Philippe
Nanakofi Pianim
Darly Pierre
Kenisha Pierre
Kervens Pierre
Rasmine Pierre
Trinity Ponder
Sandro Porchkhidze
Aidan Porras
Arianna Portillo
Mikarla Portuondo
Sofia Poveda Trujillo
Reiley Prempeh
Nehemie Previlon
Arthur Prezybylski da Silva
Leonardo Mariano Prezybylski da Silva
Jolient Puente
Jehu Quaye
Karen Quezada
Layla Rafique
Hazeer Rahman
Jamya Rainey
Ryanne Ramah
Brandon Ramirez
Caylee Ramirez
Apryl Ramos
Lena Ramos
Nicohle Ramos
Ryan Rampaul
Haroon Rana
Rayyan Rana
Kevin Ratliff Matthews
Kierra Ray
Arthur Rebelato
Anderson Reyes
Kevin Richards
Julian Rivas
Camila Rivera
Justin Rivera
Rebecca Rivera
Kyron-Kamel Roache
Zaniyah Robinson
Ava Rocha
Ivan Rodrigues
Kaitlyn Rodrigues
Kayla Rodrigues
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Congratulation
Congratulation
GRADUAT E S
Union High School bids farewell to Class of 2025
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Chelsea Rodriguez
Glennys Rodriguez
Isabella Rodriguez
Ralphy Rodriguez
Darnelsen Romain
Somaia Roman
Jessica Rosales
Olivia Rosario
Dwayne Roseme
Brianna Rubira
Joseph Ruff
Luis Ruiz
Tacara Russ
Jaylen Russell
Brianna Saiboo
Marque Saint Vil
Michael Saintilus
Naima Saintilus
Shaniya Samuels
Steven Sanabria-Melgar
Justin Sanders
Yiannis Santafianos
Kiara Santana
Rachelle Santana
Dylan Santos
Ethan Santos
Jariel Santos
Jennelle Santos
Joaquin James Santos
Mia Santos
Sara Sattaur
X-Zavier Saunders
Ashley Schade
Richard Schade
Adriana Schiavone
Jayson Scott
Davion Segarra
Kai Selby
Lucas Sena
Orenthea Senior
Alejandra Sensebe
Jaiden Shah
Sarmed Shaukat
Patrick Shaw
Jaden Shelton
Jordyn Silva
Sabrina Silva
Vanessa Simmons
Jason Simoes
Bianca Simola
Louvensky Simon
Wellington Simon
Jasmine Singh
Manpreet Singh
Tyiona Smith
Addison Solares
Melvin Sorsor
Derrick Sparacino
Dillon Sparacino
Joel Srikrishna
Raudenas Sterling
Terry Stimphil
Princess Stoney
Anshdeep Sudan
Laila Summey
Giavanna Suppa
Autumn Swinton-Tabuteau
Sarah Syed
Nathan Szczepanik
Sarah Tahir Rivera
Mairelys Tavares
Shaelle Telcidor
Brianna Terrezza
Cristina Terrezza
Alex Thampi
Akili Thelemaque
Christopher Thelisme
Terrance Theodore
Victoria Therlonge
Keanna Thomas
Skye Thomas
Victor Tiamzon
Chelsea Tinco
Lukas Tiranno
Luisa Tobon Munoz
Charles Tolson
Izabella Torres
Jeffrey Torres
Roman Torres
Samantha Torres
Carnell Townes
Tracy Tran
Alisha Tranquille
Alana Trinh
Dallas Tullis
Naika Tunis
Padalenho Turenne
Emmanuel Uba
Andres Ucros-Perreras
Dalylah Ulloa
John Valencia
Joseph Valentin
Juan Varela Pacheco
Samantha Vargas
Tiffany Vasquez
Nathaniel Vavilus
Maria Velandia-Guayana
Amanda Verdugo
Sarah Villatoro Maldonado
Dallye Villela
Brandon Vincent
Jayden Vincent
Anderson Viquez
Jenna Wakefield
Akir Walker
Edgar Walker
Noah Walker-Cherilus
Yuk Fai Wang
Alana Watson
Sophia Weiss
Daniella Welker
Zion Whitaker-Lake
Shiloh Whitaker Pickett
Alijah Williams
Dasianee Williams
Jada Williams
LuvieAnn Williams
Sade Williams
Yasir Williams
Lailah Willis
Jabron Wilson
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Ariyan Wint
Iyana Womack
Jacob Worthington
Deshawn Young
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Selena Zayas
Loreta Zekaj
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Cristian Zhau Ojeda
Allison Zieser
Melany Zuluaga Millan
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Pictured from left are Nathaniel Fernandes, Sean Bladis, Aslan Bonaventura, Nan Perigo, Sarah Giorgio and Luna Bonaventura at the University STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – building at Kean University. Not pictured is Cecilia Wisniewski, Chem Club coordinator.
Union HomeSchool Chem Club students tour STEM building
At the University STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – building at Kean University, Nan Perigo, research facilities manager, coordinated and presented this great tour, where the students were not
only able to meet and talk with several science professors and researchers, but were also introduced to state-ofthe-art lab equipment and instrumentation, as well as the
Special thanks to Heather Stokes-Huby, chairperson, Kean Department of Chemistry and Physics, for making this tour possible. What a great way for the students to close out their Chem Club school year.
Photo Courtesy of Cecilia Wisniewski
Above left, a podcast room is located on the lower level of the newly renovated Union Public Library & Arts Center, which opened recently. Above, second from left, an art gallery is also located on the lower level of the newly
renovated center. Above, third from left, Anthony Guarino checks out the instruments the library allows patrons to borrow. Above right, the outdoor patio of the Union Public Library & Arts Center offers a spectacular view.
Union Public Library & Arts Center grand opening is a big success
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and the DMK Black Box Theater Plaque Unveiling followed by live performances.
There was a parade which began at the interim library’s location on Stuyvesant Avenue leading to the Union Public
Library. After the parade, there was a ribbon cutting and a plaque unveiling ceremony followed by a variety of activities for both youth and adults.
LEGO Masters Corey Samuels and Travis Samuels led a LEGO workshop.
There was also an origami workshop.
A book sale was hosted by the Friends of the Union Public Library.
Live cartoonists drew caricatures of library patrons.
There was a Boogie Woogie Babies &
Fairy Tale Party in the Youth Activities Room and a Fairy Tale party in the Story Time area. Children were also experiencing face painting and a balloon artist.
To learn more about Union Public Library, visit: https://uplnj.org/.
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