A Reader Has Questions About Young Bird–Can You Help?

BY  |  Thursday, May 17, 2012 9:30pm  |  COMMENTS (12)

A reader writes:

My neighbor ‘rescued’ a young bird tonight. I’d call it a ‘teenager,’ as it is mostly feathered and has just a little bit of down. She picked it up from the ground because her dogs were sniffing at it.

The bird is currently on my screened porch in a box with a soft cloth (I have to keep it safe from my own cats). From what I’ve read, you’re not supposed to pick birds off the ground but let their parents try to find them. Unfortunately, that part was a done deal.

Any local agency that might have some advice? Doesn’t sound like a job for the animal shelter or PAWS, but I just have no idea.

Anyone know what to do? Thanks in advance.

MSU Now Adds WNYC Bureau to Its Media Campus

BY  |  Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:30pm  |  COMMENTS (2)

August 30, 2011 photo by Mike Peters of MSU.

Last August, WNYC talk show host Brian Lehrer broadcast his regular morning show from the Kasser Theatre at Montclair State. Last weekend, he spoke at convocation for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Today, MSU is announcing that New York Public Radio, parent to WNYC and WQXR, will locate its New Jersey bureau on Montclair State’s campus. Continue Reading

Pet Photographer to Host Fund Raiser for Anderson Park, May 19

BY  |  Sunday, May 13, 2012 9:09am  |  COMMENTS (1)

Beth Burstein, a pet photographer based in Montclair, will be holding a pet portrait photo shoot fund raising event for Anderson Park on Saturday May 19, in the park.

Burstein regularly walks her dog in Anderson Park and the idea for the fund raiser popped into her head one day when she was there with him.

On any given day, I might see six to eight dogs being walked around the park. Many are regulars, and often many are greeted by other dog walkers, joggers, mothers with children, and people just taking a stroll around the park. They are an integral part of Anderson Park’s culture, and I thought this dog-focused fund raiser would be a great way to help support the park which is so well-maintained but whose beautiful trees were hard hit during the October snow storm.

Burstein has been formally photographing pets since 2005, but officially launched her business in the beginning of this year. The 15-30 minute shoots will take place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and cost $50 per dog. Those who are interested should contact beth@bethburstein.com to reserve a time slot in advance.

Ambrosia Needs a Fur-ever Home

BY  |  Monday, May 07, 2012 8:35pm  |  COMMENTS (2)

A few weeks ago, I wrote about a stray cat on the brink of starvation that a reader found on Main Street in Orange on April 4. The woman who found her named her Ambrosia as she is light orange with amber-colored eyes. The woman, who already has five cats of her own, is seeking a permanent home for Ambrosia, who has been spayed and has tested negative for FIV and feline leukemia. Ambrosia is super sweet and gentle, a good eater, and a good girl about using the litter box, according to the finder. She is not entirely comfortable with other cats, however.

If you are interested in adopting Ambrosia, please contact pets@baristanet.com.

Plant Sale to Benefit Montclair Township Animal Shelter, May 5

Wednesday, May 02, 2012 1:35pm  |  COMMENTS (1)

This Saturday, May 5, Montclair Township Animal Shelter will hold its monthly adoption event at Monclair Feed & Pet Supply from 11 am to 3 pm. Weather permitting, the Friends of the Montclair Township Animal Shelter will host a fundraiser outside the store at that time, selling flats of a variety of garden plants and flowers.

These plants, donated by Brookside Garden Center & Florist and Cedar Grove Garden Center, are perfect for planting in pots or directly into a garden. All proceeds will benefit the shelter.

Lungo’s Tale

BY  |  Wednesday, Apr 25, 2012 12:00pm  |  COMMENTS (36)

The note in my email box began like many others: “We are missing our cat, Lungo. Last time he was home was Tuesday, April 17. Midland and James area. He is an indoor/outdoor big cat. He’s neutered and vaccinated. We miss him a lot.”

Attached were three photographs of a beautiful, plump grey tabby that appeared to have been very well-cared for. I posted the story here. Continue Reading

The Weekend: Theater, Parties, Dance, Gardens and Politics

BY  |  Thursday, Apr 12, 2012 10:30am  |  COMMENTS (2)

Lots going on this weekend and the weather will be absolutely gorgeous! Here are some suggestions on how to enjoy The Weekend.

The Theater Project will present Miss Witherspoon by Christopher Durang directed by Mark Spina beginning tonight, April 12 through April 29. The production marks the The Theater Project’s first as a resident company at the Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts in Maplewood. Miss Witherspoon is the most recent of Christopher Durang’s patented black comedies to be produced by The Theater Project. Durang, a New Jersey native, has a comic sensibility that resonates strongly with the company and its audiences. Miss Witherspoon is a comedy about life, death, and, like it or not, reincarnation. And, Miss Witherspoon does NOT like the reincarnation bit. Eager to depart this world, she finds there are souls on the other side who have other ideas for her. The cast includes Theater Project favorites Bev Sheehan (in the title role), Jenelle Sosa, Daaimah Talley, Kevin Sebastian and Meredith Handerhan. The play was nominated in 2006 for the Pulitzer Prize in drama and was named one of the Ten Best Plays of 2005 by Time Magazine and Newsday.

Miss Witherspoon
Thursday, April 12 at 8 pm. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 pm through April 29 with several matinee performances at 2 pm.
Burgdorff Center for The Performing Arts, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ
$25 at the door / $22 when pre-ordered via Brown Paper Tickets

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National Dog Bite Prevention Course Set for April 27-28

BY  |  Wednesday, Apr 11, 2012 3:00pm  |  COMMENTS (4)

A National Dog Bite Prevention course, co-hosted by the Bloomfield Township Board of Health, Neighbor to Neighbor Network, and the Bloomfield Animal Shelter, will take place Friday and Saturday, April 27 and 28, from 9 a.m. to noon both days, at the Bloomfield Civic Center, 84 Broad Street.

There is a $25 fee.

The course will be led by Teresa Lewin, a world-renowned specialist in dog bite prevention education. Ms. Lewin also works directly with a therapist to help dog bite victims regain a healthy perspective towards dogs. She is co-founder of Doggone Safe, Inc, a national dog bite prevention organization.

Attendees will learn why dogs bite, how to interpret a dog’s body language, bite risk assessment, the course of action after being bitten, and the role of fear. The course is recommended for anyone who must visit people’s homes for a living such as power workers, delivery persons, real estate agents, landscapers, and social services providers.

Each class can hold 30 to 50 people, so it is recommended that participants register in advance. For more information about this event or to buy tickets, email adoptatbas@yahoo.com or call the Bloomfield Animal Shelter at 973-748-0194.

Gov. Christie Live: One Night Only

BY  |  Thursday, Mar 01, 2012 8:30am  |  COMMENTS (101)

Do you have something you’ve been wanting to ask Governor Chris Christie? This could be your chance.

Tonight at 8 p.m., the Guv will appear live on “Christie on the Line,” a call-in program on NJTV hosted by anchor Steve Adubato. Questions can be submitted to democracyworks@caucusnj.org, or by clicking here. Continue Reading

Capoochino’s in Nutley to Host Adoption/Re-Homing Event February 26

BY  |  Thursday, Feb 23, 2012 3:00pm  |  COMMENTS (0)

Capoochino’s Dog Grooming Gallery and Daycare in Nutley will host an adoption/re-homing event on Sunday, February 26, from 1 to 5 p.m., to benefit the John A. Bukowski Shelter for Animals in Bloomfield

Cats and small dogs will be available for adoption. Donations will be gratefully accepted. The shelter needs:

Fancy Feast cat and kitten food
Pedigree dog food (canned)
Dog/Cat treats
Dog/Cat toys
Cat litter (clay/non-clumping)
6-inch paper plates
Monetary donations

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I'll be visiting two cemeteries to pay tribute to two men with whom I served in Nam, and I'm really surprised the Baristas didn't include such a visitation as something specific to do this coming weekend. Since such remembrance is traditionally the true purpose of Memorial (or "Decoration") Day.
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