R-FH Fine Art Featured at Library

The exhibit, featuring the work of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School artists, will run through the end of the month.

Leonardo da Vinci. Mary Cassatt. Pablo Picasso. Georgia O'Keeffe. Andy Warhol. Frida Kahlo. Jack Lawlor. Katie Ebner. Jake Simpson. Jennifer Maloney. If you fail to recognize the last four names in this list of famous artists, just give it some time. They are among a group of talented students at Rumon-Fair Haven High School preparing to make their mark on the art world. In the meantime, their work is among over 50 pieces of R-FH student art on display display through the end of February at the Oceanic Free Library in Rumson. "The pieces are just amazing, and I simply cannot believe that they were created by high school students," Library Director Nanette Reis said. Many of the paintings, ceramic pieces, and jewelry included in the exhibit…

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The Week Ahead: Meetings, Kids Events, and Lunch Break Fundraiser

Meetings and events going on in Rumson and Fair Haven this week.

The Rumson Zoning Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Rumson Borough Hall. For more information click here. Rumson Recreation Commission will meet in Rumson Borough Hall on Wednesday this week. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. This meeting is free to attend and is open to all. On Thursday, May 17, the Rumson Historical Commission will meet. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held in Borough Hall. The Fair Haven Mayor and Council will meet on Monday, May 14 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at Fair Haven Borough Hall. Tonight’s agenda can be seen by clicking here. Fair Haven Seniors are invited to attend a Fair Haven Senior meeting on Tuesday this week at 1 p.m. The meeting will…

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Read to a Therapy Dog, Attend a Government Meeting, and Carry an Umbrella

A list of five things you should know for Tuesday, May 8.

Thunderstorms Likely Today: According to the National Weather Service, today will be cloudy and breezy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Temperatures are expected to only hit a high near 63. Overnight, skies will be cloudy with a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures will only cool off a little, with a low of 59 expected. Bulldogs in Action: The RFH varsity boys tennis team, baseball team, and girls softball team will all be playing today. Today’s schedule and opponents can be seen by clicking here.  Rumson Council Meeting: The Rumson Council and Mayor will meet tonight in Borough Hall. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. Read to a Therapy Dog: The Oceanic Free Library is inviting all children to …

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Temperatures Expected to Heat Up Today

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today

Warm Weather At Last: Although there is still a slight chance of showers in the afternoon temperatures will finally warm up today. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are expected to hit a high of 78 today, with a 20% chance of precipitation after 3 p.m. Overnight temperatures will drop to a low around 58 and there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sport Teams Take A Break: All Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School sport teams have off today. Knitting Club: The Oceanic Free Library will hold its weekly Knitting Group today at 2 p.m. All are welcome to come and knit. For more information visit http://­www.­oceani­clibrary.­org Support Group: The Knights of Columbus, Red Bank Council #3187 will hold an AA meeting…

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More Rain Expected Today

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today

Cool and Cloudy Thursday: You may still need your umbrella today. According to the National Weather Service, there is a likely chance of rain and clouds all day. Temperatures are only expected to reach a high of 59. Overnight, it will be mostly cloudy with another chance of showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures will not drop much, with a low of 56 expected. Bulldogs Playing Today: The Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School varsity girls golf team, lacrosse team, and softball team will be playing today along with the varsity boys golf team, baseball team, and tennis team. Today’s game schedule and locations can be seen by clicking here. Government Meeting: The Fair Haven Zoning Board will meet today at Borough Hall. The meeting will begin…

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The First Day of May

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Warm May Showers: According to the National Weather service, showers and a thunderstorm are likely before noon today. Temperatures will warm up today though with a high of 69 expected today. Tonight is supposed to be foggy until the early morning hours with temperatures dropping to a low around 51. Varsity Teams Take the Field: The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School varsity boys golf and baseball teams are playing today along with the girls varsity golf team, softball team and lacrosse team. The complete schedule can be seen by clicking here.  Be Kind to Animal Month: The Oceanic Free Library is calling May “Be Kind to Animal Month” by teamed up with the Monmouth County SPCA . Beginning today, a collection box will be set up for pet …

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Sun, Shopping, and Sports

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

TGI Sunny: Here comes the sun! According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny and breezy with temperatures expected to hit a high near 59. Tonight, skies will stay clear but temperatures will drop for a low around 44. RFH Sport Teams Playing Today: The Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School boys varsity baseball, tennis and lacrosse teams will be playing today. The girls varsity softball team is also in action today. To see when the teams will be playing and against whom, visit the school’s athletic website by clicking here. Knitting Group: The Oceanic Free Library will be hosting their weekly knitting club meeting at 2 p.m. today. Everyone is welcomed to come this meeting. For more information visit ­www.­oceani­clibrary.­…

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A Concert A Meeting and A Book Club

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Rain and Clouds for Today: Find those umbrellas and rain boots. According to the National Weather Service, today there is a likely chance of rain in the afternoon followed by clouds. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 57 today. Overnight there a chance of showers before midnight, followed by cloudy skies and a low around 47. RFH Athletes in Action Today: The boys varsity golf, baseball and tennis teams will take the field today along with the girls golf, softball and lacrosse teams. The teams complete schedule can be seen by clicking here.  Middle School Book Club: The Oceanic Free Library will host a book club for students in sixth through eighth grade. Today’s book will be the second in the Hunger Game series, Catching Fire. …

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Week Ahead: Local Meetings and School Happenings

Meetings and events going on in Rumson and Fair Haven.

There will be a Fair Haven Senior Meeting on Tuesday, March 20 in the Youth Center (35 Fisk St) at 1 p.m. For more information about this meeting visit http://­fairha­vennj.­org. The Rumson Zoning Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 20 in the Borough Hall. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. More information can be found by visiting http://­rumsonnj.­gov. The Rumson Recreation Commission will meet on Wednesday, March 21 in the Borough Hall. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Visit http://­rumsonnj.­gov for more information. The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School will have their opening night of the musical “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical” on Friday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens. …

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5 Things to Know Today: March 9

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

TGIF: According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with temperatures reaching a high of 56. Overnight, it will become partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to 32. School Events: Rumson Schools will be dismissed at 1 p.m. today. Canvas Studio Art Open House: Canvas Studio Art will be hosting a reception for artist David Oleski today from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Also tonight, high school students are invited to find out more about portfolio workshops, interesting classes to round out your portfolio and a chance to have your own gallery shown. For more information visit http://­www.­canva­sstudioart.­com Support Group: The Knights of Columbus, Red Bank Council #3187 will hold an AA meeting today at 9 a.m. Knitting Group: The …

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