News Flash: Unfortunately, this wonderful event has been postponed. Check the Garden Club's website to learn when it will be rescheduled.
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The Plainfield Garden Club will be hosting their traditional celebration of The Shakespeare Garden called "Shakespeare-in-Bloom" on Saturday, June 5, 2010.
Festivities run from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Events that day include the installation of hundreds of plants newly purchased for the garden with grants from The Plainfield Foundation and The Garden Club of America New Jersey Committee. Tours will be given through the 1927 garden which features mostly plants mentioned in Shakespeare's works. Also featured will be the new pergola built by the Union County Parks Department.
Cedar Brook Park and The Shakespeare Garden was designed by the Olmsted Brothers Landscape Architectural firm and currently is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
"Plainfield - Lost But Not Forgotten " is now a book - buy it at the Library!
The Plainfield Public Library has just published a new book of historical photographs titled "Plainfield - Lost But Not Forgotten." The book was developed at the behest of an enthusiastic public who saw the photo exhibit at the library in the summer and fall of 2009. The online version of the exhibit may be viewed through the Library's website.
Copies of the book are available at the Plainfield Public Library. The softcover edition costs $20; the hardcover edition is $30.
Copies of the book are available at the Plainfield Public Library. The softcover edition costs $20; the hardcover edition is $30.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Friday, December 11, 2009
2009 House Tour a Huge Success!
An Old-Fashioned Christmas House Tour, held Sunday December 6, drew over 600 people to our historic district. People came from as far away as Pennsylvania to tour 7 of our lovely historic homes, all bedecked in Christmas cheer.
The tour committee's months of preparation was well-rewarded by the 'oooh's and 'aaah's of the tour-goers. The event was so well-attended that some people had to wait in line in the chilly weather to get inside the houses - but they told us it was well worth the wait!
We thank the tour committee, the homeowners who generously opened their homes, and Jeff Weber at The Courier News for doing a nice story the week before the tour.
The tour featured a "Twelve Days of Christmas" treasure hunt in which contestants vied for prices. The prize winners are as follows:
Christine Pena of Union won a night at The Pillars Bed and Breakfast, Plainfield
Mike Farone of Raritan won a $75 gift certificate from Swain Galleries, Plainfield
Elaine Badgley of New Providence won a $125 gift certificate from Suburban Jewelers, Plainfield
Donald Henry of Lancaster PA won a pair of tickets to the Plainfield Symphony
Jenna Chabuck of South Plainfield won a $125 gift certificate at the Healing Hands Spa, Plainfield
Paul Agostini of Newark won a $50 gift certificate at Parker’s Nursery, Scotch Plains
Francis Crespone of Newark won John Grady’s book on Plainfield architecture plus a $50 gift certificate for Barnes and Noble Booksellers
Pamela Gallo of Warren won dinner for 2 at Freshwater’s Restaurant, Plainfield
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
An Old Fashioned Christmas House Tour, Sunday, December 6, 2009
Stroll through tree-lined streets where you are invited into seven of our historic homes all decked out in Christmas finery. You will experience:
- Grand homes in architectural styles including Queen Anne, Tudor Revival, Shingle Style, Second Empire, and Colonial Revival.
- Amazing craftsmanship and detail including a magnificent stained glass and woodwork paneling.
- Collections of ornaments, period costumes, gingerbread houses, and more.
- A Twelve Days of Christmas house-to-house treasure hunt with prizes from local merchants.
Tickets are $20 in advance online at Eventbrite, at Swain Galleries, 703 Watchung Ave. Plainfield NJ 07060, phone (908) 756-1707, or The Pillars Bed & Breakfast, 922 Central Ave. in Plainfield, phone (908) 753-0922. Cash or check only at Swain's and the Pillars.
- Even if you already bought your ticket, you must come to
- Allow two - three hours to see all seven homes.
- Primarily a walking tour, but you may wish to drive to one home just outside our district.
- Adults and children over 12 only.
- No interior photos allowed.
- A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Plainfield Rescue Squad.
- This is a rain or shine event, no refunds.
Click here to buy ticket online.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Architectural Artifacts and Antiques Classified Page
An exciting addition to our VWBHD activities is the addition of a classified page for the sale and exchange of architectural artifacts and antiques. Member Larry Quirk with assistance from Arne Aakre has structured a new page linked to our blog which can be accessed below. Many thanks to them both for their efforts in launching our latest project.
Check it out and hold the dumpster!
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