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July 30 Trip to Atlantic City’s Tropicana Casino to Benefit Historic Nitschke House

July 30 Trip to Atlantic City’s Tropicana Casino to Benefit Historic Nitschke House

The trip will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa School parking lot) at 8 a.m. and return to Kenilworth at approximately 6:30 p.m. Cost of $52 includes comfortable motor coach transportation, an approximate 6-hour visit to the casino and $10 in free slot play. There will be a 50/50 raffle and complimentary door prizes on the bus.The Tropicana premier casino and resort…read more →

19 Apr, 2022
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‘Run for the Roses’ Kentucky Derby Tea Party Slated for May 14 to Benefit Nitschke House

‘Run for the Roses’ Kentucky Derby Tea Party Slated for May 14 to Benefit Nitschke House

A ”Run for the Roses” Kentucky Derby-Style Tea Party featuring an entertaining, enlightening program, an indoor horse race, a Gift Auction and more will take place on Sat., May 14 (12:30 p.m.) at the Kenilworth Veterans Center (Kennedy Room), 33 South 21 Street, Kenilworth. Assorted teas, tea sandwiches and desserts will be served. Wearing of “fancy hats” is encouraged. Admission…read more →

14 Mar, 2022
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‘Refreshingly New’ Wine-Tasting Event to be Held on April 1 at Oswald J. Nitschke House

‘Refreshingly New’ Wine-Tasting Event to be Held on April 1 at Oswald J. Nitschke House

This enlightening, enjoyable evening of wine sampling and discussion will feature a broad selection of new organic, vegan wines. Assorted cheeses, chocolates and Girl Scout cookies will be served to pair with the wine. The two-hour wine-tasting event will begin at 7 p.m. so participants are asked to arrive by 6:30 p.m. Admission is $30. Advance reservations are required, as…read more →

25 Feb, 2022
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March 26 Bus Trip to Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino to Benefit Nitschke House

March 26 Bus Trip to Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino to Benefit Nitschke House

The Kenilworth Historical Society will host a bus trip to Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino (formerly known as the Sands) in Bethlehem, Pa., on Saturday, March 26, 2022. ​The trip will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa’s School parking lot) at 8:30 a.m. and return to Kenilworth at approximately 5:30 p.m.  Cost of $48 includes comfortable motor coach transportation, an approximate 6-hour visit…read more →

25 Jan, 2022
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Virtual ‘Garden Party in Winter’ to Feature Acclaimed Gardening Guru C.L. Fornari

Virtual ‘Garden Party in Winter’ to Feature Acclaimed Gardening Guru C.L. Fornari

A virtual “Garden Party in Winter” on Sat., Feb. 26 (2 p.m.) will feature nationally acclaimed creative gardening expert, author, speaker, consultant and radio show host C.L. Fornari of Cape Cod, Mass., who will give a virtual tour of her floral, vegetable and fragrance/bird gardens, providing gardening tips along the way. During the enlightening and entertaining virtual stroll through Fornari’s…read more →

15 Jan, 2022
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Dec. 5 Holiday Celebration at Nitschke House to Feature Victorian Santa, Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers and More

Dec. 5 Holiday Celebration at Nitschke House to Feature Victorian Santa, Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers and More

Meet and take photos with Victorian Santa at the Nitschke House; view all five period rooms of the c. 1880 home authentically decorated for the holidays; visit the site’s multicultural Christkindlmarkt, where the recently created Kenilworth Commemorative Coverlet (shown in the photo), handcrafted gift items and holiday treats/baked goods will be available for purchase; and enjoy favorite holiday tunes sung by…read more →

25 Nov, 2021
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Nov. 6 ‘100 Years and More of Votes for Women’ Pink Tea to Feature Acclaimed Author, Historian Joanne Hamilton Rajoppi

Nov. 6 ‘100 Years and More of Votes for Women’ Pink Tea to Feature Acclaimed Author, Historian Joanne Hamilton Rajoppi

KENILWORTH, N.J., August 18, 2021 – Nationally acclaimed author and historian Joanne Hamilton Rajoppi will highlight women’s valiant, decades-long struggle in winning the right to vote, particularly the efforts of local and Union County pathfinders, during a Victorian “Pink Tea” to be presented by the Kenilworth Historical Society on Sat., Nov. 6, 2021, in celebration of “100 Years and More of Votes for Women.”  In…read more →

4 Sep, 2021
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Oct. 30 Bus Trip to Wind Creek/Bethlehem (Pa.) Casino to Benefit Nitschke House

Oct. 30 Bus Trip to Wind Creek/Bethlehem (Pa.) Casino to Benefit Nitschke House

The Kenilworth Historical Society will host a bus trip to Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino (formerly known as the Sands) in Bethlehem, Pa., on Saturday, October 30, 2021. ​The trip will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa’s School parking lot) at 8:30 a.m. and return to Kenilworth at approximately 5:30 p.m.  Cost of $48 includes comfortable motor coach transportation, an approximate 6-hour visit…read more →

4 Sep, 2021
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Kenilworth Communitywide Garage Sale Slated for October 9 and October 10

Kenilworth Communitywide Garage Sale Slated for October 9 and October 10

A Communitywide Garage Sale will be held in Kenilworth on Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10. This major annual event, sponsored by the Kenilworth Historical Society, will take place, rain or shine, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. There are usually nearly 200 participating residences.  Residents who register and pay a $12 fee to hold garage sales at their homes anytime during the October 9/October 10 weekend will receive a certificate…read more →

13 Aug, 2021
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New KHS Virtual Program — “Pack Horse Library Project” — Released in Celebration of National Book Lovers Day

New KHS Virtual Program — “Pack Horse Library Project” — Released in Celebration of National Book Lovers Day

Aug. 9, 2021 — The Kenilworth Historical Society is celebrating National Book Lovers Day with the release of a new virtual program (link to which is provided below) highlighting the fascinating story of the Pack Horse Library Project of Eastern Kentucky, a unique initiative that, between 1935 and 1943, brought packhorse-riding librarians, books and hope to isolated, impoverished Kentuckians living…read more →

12 Aug, 2021
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