No Meals On Wheels on November 3rd
Meals On Wheels lunches will not be distributed on November 3, 2020.
Thank you.
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Pumpkin Recycling Program #SmashItDontTrashIt
Union County’s Pumpkin Recycling Program will turn old pumpkins into a renewable, sustainable energy – and count towards your recycling tonnage! Union County has set up one drop off location in Cranford for all county residents and Westfield Conservation Center, located at 1300 Lamberts Mill Road, has also offered to be a drop off location. Collection will start Monday, November 2nd and run daily through Friday November 6th from 9am to 2pm.
Please click here to view and/or download the informational flyer about this program.
Free Flu Shot Information
The Freeholder Board announced updated dates and locations for upcoming flu shot drives throughout Union County in October and November. The County is offering a series of free flu shot drives in local communities to help ensure that everyone has access to a free seasonal flu vaccine at a convenient location, especially residents who have no health insurance.
The free flu shot drive is open to Union County residents age four and up. Appointments are required and residents can schedule their appointment by visiting ucnj.org/flu or calling 908-518-4307. Masks are required for residents who attend to receive a flu shot. Temperatures will be taken when arriving.
“Public health experts are concerned that our medical resources will be overwhelmed if a seasonal flu outbreak combines with the COVID-19 crisis,” said Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “If you have never gotten a seasonal flu shot before, now is the time to do it. Let’s all do our part to help our Union County family stay safe during the flu season.”
Protection against seasonal flu is more important than ever before due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Persons who have a fever, coughing, sneezing, or other signs of illness will not be admitted to a flu drive site. Residents who are experiencing symptoms of illness should check with their doctor. Persons with health insurance are advised to visit their local pharmacy or doctor’s office to receive the flu shot.
The following dates have been scheduled for the Union County flu shot drive. Each event will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Participation is on a walk-up basis, first come first served:
- October 29 – Westfield (Union County Public Safety Building, 300 North Ave East)
- November 5 – Summit (Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Avenue)
- November 12 – Linden (St. Theresa Church, 131 E Edgar Road)
- November 19 – Rahway (Rahway Recreation Center, 275 East Milton Avenue)
For additional updates visit the “Upcoming Flu Drives” page on the County website.
Please note that the Union County flu shot drive is for seasonal flu vaccines only. There is no vaccine available for the COVID-19 virus at this time.
The Union County Flu Shot Drive is administered by the Union County Office of Health Management in the Department of Public Safety, the Visiting Nurse Association, and volunteers from the Union County Medical Reserve Corps. The Medical Reserve Corps accepts volunteers with a variety of skills both in and out of the medical profession.
Attention Linden Seniors!
Meals On Wheels grab and go lunches will be distributed outside in the front of the John T. Gregorio building starting on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 between 11:30am – 12:30pm. Lunches are only available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Pre-Registration is required. To reserve a lunch, call Terry at the JTG Center @ (908) 474-8629 or the main office @ (908) 474-8627.
- Reservations for Tuesday meal pick up must be made by 10am on the preceding Thursday.
- Reservations for Thursday’s meal pick must be made by 10am on the preceding Monday.
- Reservations are only taken on weekdays.
- Seniors must be aged 60 or older, and a resident of Union County.
- A voluntary donation of $1.75 is suggested for the meal.
- Please wear your face mask; no mask, no service!
- Meals only available to seniors not currently receiving home delivered meals from the Meals-on-Wheels program.
Thank you!
Recycle Coach App Updated
Please note that the Recycle Coach app has been updated to reflect the change from manual to automated recycling in Districts 3, 4, 5, 9, and 10. The app also corrected the mistake around the Veterans Day Holiday. Click to access the Recycle Coach web app through your web browser, or download it from the App Store or Google Play to your smartphone or tablet.
Food Distribution Event – Saturday, October 24th, 9am
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and the Community Food Bank of New Jersey are providing this drive through only food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, October 24th at 9am.
Location
Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union NJ 07083
Event Details
- First 2,000 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis
- One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last
- Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags
- Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
- Event will take place rain or shine
Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.
Pricing for Small Business Profitability
Free Live Webinar, Sponsored by UCEDC
Price it high? Low? Hold sales? Offer Coupons? Make it up on volume? One of the most challenging decisions you’ll face as a business owner is how much to charge for your product or service. Understanding which price points motivate or dissuade consumers from purchasing is key to setting the right price. This interactive workshop will help you focus in on your specific cost structure to reveal the pricing strategy that’s right for you.
Click here to register for this free live webinar, sponsored by the Union County Economic Development Corporation
The workshop includes an interactive activity that helps participants to determine their business’s cost structure and how it relates to their current pricing.
Common issues facing entrepreneurs that this workshop will address:
How to make sure the price for your product or service is optimized for both you and the customer. How to take competition into account when making pricing decisions.
Activities and/or materials included in this workshop:
- Presentation on best practices and process for pricing
- Open Q&A with presenter
Benefits and/or outcomes of taking this workshop:
You will leave with an understanding of how cost structure affects pricing, how to link marketing efforts to your pricing, and how to use your pricing model as a tool for growth.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you have registered, a link to the webinar will be emailed to you prior to the event with instructions.
Family Support & Prevention Program
Does your child have a health issue? Is your child struggling with school? United Way of Greater Union County can help!
You may be eligible to receive services from the Family Support & Prevention Program. Please click to view/and or download the informational flyer about this program in English and in Spanish.
For more information and to make an appointment, email or call Greg Thomas at 908-353-7171 extension 130 at United
Way of Greater Union County.
2020 Annual Community Harvest Event
Curbside Treat Bag Giveaway
For the first 250 Linden School Age Children Grades Pre-K through 12th. Pre-Registration for this event is required by calling 908-474-8600 or online at Community Pass.
When
Friday, October 30, 2019 4pm – 6pm
Where
- Outside in front of the Linden Multi Purpose Center, 1025 John St., Linden NJ
- Walk thru (outdoors) and receive a Treat Bag
Please adhere to the following social distancing & safety guidelines:
- Must wear face mask and maintain 6’ social distance
- No stopping, standing or gathering near building
- Also, children must be present to receive a treat bag