The event is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at West Essex High School, 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell. Guests should use the auditorium entrance; parking will be available in the bus lanes.
The morning begins with a home-cooked breakfast prepared by West Essex Culinary Arts students under the direction of Chef Michael DelaPaz and Chef Robert Eckert. It will be followed by performances from the school’s music and theater departments, giving seniors a chance to enjoy student creativity in a warm seasonal setting.
For Roseland residents, the event is a natural reflection of the regional-school community. West Essex Regional serves students and families from Roseland along with its neighboring sending districts, and the breakfast offers a way for older residents to spend time on the shared campus while seeing the next generation’s work firsthand.
The annual gathering is sponsored by the Rotary Club of the Caldwells and West Essex’s culinary, music and theater departments. Beyond the meal and performance, it is designed as a simple expression of appreciation for senior community members and a reminder that a strong school community reaches beyond its classrooms.
Space is limited and an RSVP is required by Friday, Oct. 2. Seniors may reserve a place by contacting tmuoio@westex.org or calling 973-228-1200, ext. 1217.