Author: Central Jersey

  • Rago’s Modern Design Auction: Sunday, October 19, 2014

    Rago’s Modern Design Auction: Sunday, October 19, 2014

    By Rago’s Modern Design Auction: Sunday, October 19, 2014 Furnishings; ceramics, glass, and other decorative art; lighting and fine art by Nakashima, Esherick, Powell, Evans, Paley, Castle, Kagan, Noguchi, Ponti, Juhl and Jensen to name but a few. Rago’s Modern auctions are followed internationally. Highlights to date include an Evans Deep Relief cabinet, an illuminating…

  • Rago’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction: Saturday, November 15, 2014

    Rago’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction: Saturday, November 15, 2014

    Rago Arts and Auction Center Rago’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction: Saturday, November 15, 2014 Post-War and Contemporary Art brings together essential works from leading painters, sculptors, and photographers working today with those of Post-War innovators and juxtaposes important originals with stylish multiples and the work of emerging and mid-career artists. Highlights to date include…

  • STOCKTON: Byway exhibit at Prallsville

    STOCKTON: Byway exhibit at Prallsville

    The work of 20 established fine artists, reflecting the contemporary art scene from Frenchtown to Trenton, can be seen in the Prallsville Grist Mill in Stockton until July 27. The opening reception will be held Friday (July 11) from 6-8 p.m. The exhibit, open daily from 1-4 p.m., reflects the art scene influenced by the…

  • MANVILLE: Scout leader Jim Kelly steps aside

    MANVILLE: Scout leader Jim Kelly steps aside

    His assistant, Mike Trond, will succeed him By Mary Ellen Day, Special Writer The reins have changed and there is a new leader for Boy Scout Troop 193. Longtime Scoutmaster Jim Kelly has retired, and named Assistant Scoutmaster Mike Trond to succeed him. "It’s time. The troop needs to grow and evolve," said Mr. Kelly.…

  • Rago’s Jewelry/Couture/Objets de Vertu Auction: Sunday, December 7, 2014

    Rago’s Jewelry/Couture/Objets de Vertu Auction: Sunday, December 7, 2014

    Rago Arts and Auction Center Rago’s Jewelry/Couture/Objets de Vertu Auction: Sunday, December 7, 2014 Rago’s principal jewelry sale of the year showcases fine and period jewelry, luxury goods, precious gemstones, diamond jewelry, couture bijoux, timepieces, objets de vertu, designer accessories and an extensive collection of Georgian and Victorian jewelry. Highlights to date is a Van…

  • MANVILLE: Scout leader Jim Kelly steps aside

    MANVILLE: Scout leader Jim Kelly steps aside

    Manville Boy Scouting sees a change in leadership, as longtime Scoutmaster Jim Kelly, right, steps aside in favor of Mike Trond.

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Zackeru family thanks community for its support

    To the editor: My husband, Gary Zackeru, passed away on June 21 after a 13-month courageous battle with ALS. During this time, our friends and family also became the most courageous people I know. Endless amounts of time, as well as effortless heroism were bestowed upon me and my children. . . all to make…

  • WEST AMWELL: Heart attack victim will thank his rescuers
  • HILLSBOROUGH: Hunting program to enter 10th year

    Township allows hunting on land it owns By Gene Robbins, Managing Editor Hunting on township-owned land will continue for its 10th year, starting in the fall and running to February, after yet another season of no complaints and no safety problems. The Township Committee passed a resolution adopting a wildlife management plan for the 2014-15…