By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Rutherford residents One of Rutherford's longest-standing traditions, the 73rd Rutherford Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade, took place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The parade traveled from the West End to the Rutherford Public Library on Park Avenue, where the Christmas tree lighting took place. As in years past, groups of children marched with their Scout troops and sports teams. Festively decorated cars and trucks escorted busines

By Jennifer Ersalesi On Saturday, November 29th, the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce will kick off the holiday season with the 73rd Annual Holiday Parade. T he parade will feature music from rock bands and the RHS Marching Band, special characters, floats, sports teams, community groups, businesses, and much more. Before the parade begins at 4:00 p.m., various activities will take place on the West End starting at 2:30 p.m. Little Play Cafe will serve hot chocolate, local

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi and Raul Barquet If you haven't already heard, Rutherford does indeed have talent. On October 18th, Rutherford residents of all ages performed at the first-ever Rutherford's Got Talent. The Rutherford Arts Council, under the leadership of its Board (Sarah Orlowicz, Genesee Orlowicz, Jennifer Zenquis, Lou Ayala, and Raul Barquet), organized this performing arts event. Reverend Justin Warner of the First Presbyterian Chur

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith Each October, the Woman's Club of Rutherford presents Pumpkin People in the Park , with creative displays by businesses, non-profit organizations, and families in Rutherford in Lincoln Park. The park, right across from Borough Hall, is filled with vibrant displays celebrating autumn. Every display features a hay bale and a sign bearing the name of the family, business, or nonprofit organization. Each participants donates t

Rob Fencik, Colleen Fencik, Matt Ackermann, and Marisa Ackermann By Jennifer Ersalesi Our Borough embraces the arts throughout the entire...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jessi Davidson During Breast Cancer Awareness month, This is Rutherford spoke with Rutherford...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith Park Avenue and Lincoln Park were lined with over 75 businesses and organizations this...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Our Borough is so fortunate to have schools, community groups, and non-profit organizations that embrace, celebrate,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi   Rutherford Day is back! Visit Lincoln Park on Saturday, September 20 th,  from 12-5 pm. Table space is limited to...

Submitted by the Rutherford Public Library September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and there’s no better time to join Rutherford Public...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Nick Cohen, an actor, writer, and filmmaker, will bring his stage show, Life with Oscar, to the Williams Center on...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Every September, the Rutherford Civil Rights Commission presents its annual Multicultural Festival. This year, the...

By Jennifer Ersalesi For over thirteen years, Raising the Bar Rehabilitation & Fitness has been providing exceptional care to patients...

Submitted and Written by: Jennifer Zuch Photo credits: Susan and James Sprayberry, Nereid Boat Club Nereid Boat Club, a fixture on the...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Mark Goldsack and Vicky Fajardo After a full season of Little League games, two Rutherford teams...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Maggie McGill, Dan Meredith, and Janet Mariano Merli On Wednesday, June 18th, the Rutherford Chamber...

By Jennifer Ersalesi There are many talented young musicians and singers in our Borough. These young performers have been involved in...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Intergenerational programs and activities have always been an important part of the 55 Kip Center . Young children...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford is kicking off the summer months with several community events the weekend of June 13th and 14th. Events...

By Jennifer Ersalesi For the fourth year, the Rutherford Pride Alliance and Rutherford Arts Council have worked together to organize...