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Looking Back: Parker Castle

PERTH AMBOY – Parker Castle circa early 1900’s.  From Glass Negative.  The Castle was surrounded by gardens.  It was used for balls, dinners and parties during the Revolutionary War.  Parker added a section made of wood.  The British Army used it for a barracks and hospital.  The American Army used it as a hospital during […]

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Pop-Up Art Exhibit March 13-19

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Pop-Up Art Exhibit from March 13 –  19  at the Perth Amboy Gallery, 339 Reade St. (Reade St.  & Fayette St.)  featuring NJ Emerging Artists,  curated by Vivianna Acuna-Francisco. Opening Reception Thurs – March 15 from 6 p.m. to – 8 p.m.  Gallery Hours  – Monday- Thursday 5 […]

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Poetry: Tears in my heart

Tears in My Heart Those tears of love, sorrow and laughter I SAVE IN MY HEART The love I had for your, from the start I SAVE IN MY HEART Even though we may have to part Those tears I keissed and swallowed from your eyes and chin I SAVE THEM WITHIN For our love […]

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Warriors of Light Photography Exhibit

UNION – Perth Amboy’s Assistant Superintendent Dr. Vivian Rodriguez is also a photographer. Vivian Rodriguez’s latest exhibit “Warriors of Light” places the immigrant experience in sharp focus. The exhibit is a concise narrative of upward mobility. Through a series of photographs Rodriguez charts her Uncle Jesus’ American journey.  The exhibition is on display at Kean […]

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Safety Announcement

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