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Eligible high school students living in Bloomfield, Belleville, and Glen Ridge can apply for a scholarship from the Suburban Essex Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Scholarships are offered by financial need, intention to pursue a career in business, participation in extracurricular activities, and fall attendance at a college, university, or vocational school. Applications are available at […] 
"Cocktails and Conversation" celebration planned with Greater Newark Conservancy on Apr. 28 in Belleville. It begins at 6 p.m. at Nanina's In the Park, 540 Mill St. Honorees are Novo Nordisk, Newman’s Own, Trust for Public Land, and Sue Shaw Rexford. Tickets, ads, and sponsorships available online for purchase. From Greater Newark Conservancy. This information […] |
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People can discard unused or excess medication at Mountainside Medical Center on Apr. 29 in Montclair. It is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registered pharmacists will be on-site to answer questions about medication. Registration not required. It is part of the hospital's participation of “Prescription Drug Take-Back Day," which aims to provide the public […] |
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Baby-friendly film screening of “The Wedding Banquet” planned with Montclair Film on Apr. 30 at The Clairidge. The film begins at 10 a.m. at 486 Bloomfield Ave. Lights will be dimmed and volume will be moderated throughout the screening. Children under age 2 attend for free. Admission is $11. Tickets available for purchase online. From […] |
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Reusable bags at Stop and Shop purchased during May will support Belleville Middle School HSA. The HSA will receive $1 for each $2.50 bag sold at 160 Kingsland Rd. in Clifton From Belleville Middle School HSA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Opening reception of "Awake In Our Shadows," an art exhibit of work by Belleville High School students, planned on May 2 in Newark. It is from 5-7 p.m. at Artfront Galleries, 44 Williams St. There will be student presentations and conversations about the art. Registration required. Free admission. From Belleville-Nutley Patch. This information is accurate […]
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"Derby Day Networking Mixer" planned with Law Offices of Antoinette M. Solomon on May 3 in Nutley. It is from 4-8 p.m. at The Oakley Kitchen and Cocktails, 789 Bloomfield Ave. There will be a cocktail social and fashion contest. Free admission. Registration required. From The Law Offices of Antoinette M. Sololmon. This information is […]
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Free comic books will be available at East Side Mags on May 3 in Montclair. It is from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. From East Side Mags. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Kentucky Derby Watch Party" for adults planned with Belleville Mayor Michael Melham Civic Association on May 3. It is from 4-7 p.m. at Brix Restaurant, 371 Franklin Ave. There will be drink specials, fashion contest, and prizes. From Belleville Mayor Michael Melham. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Book talk with Edwin Frank, editor of New York Review Books, planned on May 3 at Montclair library's Main Branch. Frank and New York Times critic Alexandra Jacobs will discuss "Stranger Than Fiction." It is from 12:30-1:30 p.m. and part of Succeed2gether's Montclair Literary Festival. Free admission. From Succeed2gether. This information is accurate as of […]
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"Cars and Coffee" meet-up planned by Bloomfield Cruisers on May 4. There will be bagels, coffee, and juice from 9-11 a.m. at Universal Technical Institute. Admission is $5 per person or $20 per car. From Bloomfield Cruisers. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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Cinco De Mayo story time for children in grades K-6 planned at Belleville library on May 5. It is from 4-4:45 p.m. Craft-related project will follow. Registration required. From Belleville Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Latin dance class for children ages 8-12 planned with West Orange Hispanic Foundation starting Jun. 1. It meets Sundays through Jul. 12 at Luna Stage, 555 Valley Rd. in West Orange. Classes are from 12-1:30 p.m. Registration available online. From West Orange Hispanic Foundation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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Workshop for teachers of grades K-8 planned at Essex County Environmental Center on May 6 in Roseland. The "Project Wet" class is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes material about climate change to help teachers feel classroom-ready and confident. Certificates available at the end of the workshop. Free for educators in Newark, Belleville, […]
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Mother's Day craft session for children planned at Belleville library on May 6. It is from 6-6:45 p.m. Open to non-library cardholders. Registration required. Mother's Day is May 11. From Belleville Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Information session on ways to navigate immigration-related matters planned with Latinos of Montclair on May 7. It begins at 6 p.m. at Montclair High School. Open to non-Montclair residents. Free admission. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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West Orange Hispanic Foundation seeks vendors for its Latin Night event, scheduled for Jul. 12. It is from 5-9 p.m. at West Orange High School's Suriano Field. Applications are open for non-food vendors and local non-profits. Applications available online. From West Orange Hispanic Foundation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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Collaborative and intergenerational art mural session planned with Out Montclair on May 8. Participants will follow a "Pride" theme for the 2025 Montclair Pride Festival. It is from 7-9 p.m. at Keep Creating Art Wellness Center, 408 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair. Admission is $10. Open to all ages. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate […] 
Networking social for ages 21+ planned with The Collective Social Club on May 8 in Belleville. It is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Agave Maria, 170 Washington Ave. Registration required. From The Collective Social Club. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Story time for children up to age 5 celebrating AAPI Heritage Month planned on May 9 at Montclair library's Main Branch. It is from 3:30-4:15 p.m. Registration required. Open to non-library cardholders. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Camp Canteen fundraiser benefitting YMCA of Montclair planned on May 9. It is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Pineapple Express Barbecue, 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. All proceeds support the camp's scholarship fund. There will be food, live music, and activities. Tickets available online. Rain date is May 14. From YMCA of Montclair. This information is […] |
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Montclair Flea's Mother's Day market is open May 10-11 in Montclair. Vendors will be on site from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1 Lackawanna Plaza. May 10 is the market's opening day for the season. It will be open most weekends through July. From Montclair Flea. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Human Needs Food Pantry seeks donations of diapers and wipes on May 10 in Montclair. Items accepted from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 9 Label St. From Human Needs Food Pantry. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Belleville children can make flower bouquets ahead of Mother's Day on May 10. The free event is from 9-11 a.m. at the Belleville Municipal Stadium. Volunteers will be on site to help. Children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must show proof of residency. Available while supplies last. From Belleville Mayor Michael Melham. […]
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Rock painting planned with Belleville's Green Team on May 10. It is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Community Pocket Park. Painted rocks will be displayed in the garden. Supplies provided. Open to all ages. From Belleville Municipal Green Team. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Nutley-area residents can view the public works' machinery and vehicles on May 10. "Big Truck Day" is from 12-2 p.m. in Municipal Parking Lot 9. Children can sit inside the trucks and meet the public works team. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Belleville children can register for the recreation department's six-week wrestling clinic, scheduled to start May 12. Sessions are Mondays and Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. at Belleville Indoor Facility, 522 Cortlandt St. Registration is $25 before May 12. People can register in person at 407 Joralemon St. From Belleville Recreation Department. This information is accurate as […]
Mental health and wellness event planned with Nutley Family Service Bureau on May 12. It is from 5-8 p.m. at 169 Chestnut St. in Nutley. There will be free food, live music, children's activities, and information about mental health resources. From Nutley Family Service Bureau. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Nutley Little Theater seeks artists to perform at its annual Rainbow Revue, a Pride benefit show, planned on Jun. 1. Singers, dancers, comedians, drag artists, and entertainers are encouraged to apply. Applications available online. Deadline is May 16. A 25% portion of raised funds will go towards Trans Equity Coalition. From Nutley Little Theater. This […]
Bowling fundraiser benefitting Out Montclair planned on May 16 in Belleville. The event is from 7-9 p.m. at Bowlero, 679 Washington Ave. Tickets include bowling games, shoe rental, and unlimited pizza and drinks. Funds will support Montclair Pride. Tickets available online for purchase. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Film screening and premiere of "La Grande" planned with Latinos of Montclair on May 16. The movie begins at 7 p.m. at The Clairidge Theater, 486 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair. There will be empanadas available for purchase and a post-film talkback. Admission is $15. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when […]
"Festival of Hope" planned by Greater Nutley Cancer Foundation on May. 16 in Nutley. The event, scheduled from 6-10 p.m. at Glotzbach Park, and will be celebration of cancer survivors and caregivers. There will be food, music, and games Preregistration is required. From Greater Nutley Cancer Foundation. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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Broadway meet-up with Latinos of Montclair planned on May 17 in New York. It includes discounted Broadway tickets to "Buena Vista Social Club" and a post-show talkback. It starts at 2 p.m. at Gerald Schoenfeld Theater. Tickets available online for purchase. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […] |
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Spring farmers market preview planned by Nutley Farmers Market on May 18. The market will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Booth Drive. Produce, food, beverage, and hand made good vendors will be present. From Nutley Farmers Market. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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Free utility application assistance planned on May 22 in East Orange. It is from 2-6 p.m. at East Orange library. Attendees must bring income statements for all household members older than 18, Social Security cards, proof of address, and utility bills. Open to people who live in N.J.'s 34th legislative district, including Belleville, Bloomfield, Orange, […]
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Comic book signing with Deanna Destito and Alex Segura planned with East Side Mags on May 24 in Montclair. The signing is from 3-6 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Destito writes for ComicsBeat and Segura wrote comics around Spider-Man, Star Wars, Dick Tracy, and Archie. From East Side Mags. This information is accurate as of […] |
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Baby-friendly film screening of “Lilo and Stitch” planned with Montclair Film on May 28 at The Clairidge. The film begins at 10 a.m. at 486 Bloomfield Ave. Lights will be dimmed and volume will be moderated throughout the screening. Children under age 2 attend for free. Admission is $11. Tickets available for purchase online. From […] |
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"StorySLAM: It's Gonna Be Me" performances planned by Montclair Film on May 29. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at Cinema505, 505 Bloomfield Ave., and performers share stories. Tickets are $15 and available online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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Latinos of Montclair is partnering with American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, scheduled for May 31 in Rutherford. The event begins at 5 p.m. at Tryon Field, 52 Darwin Ave. It celebrates cancer survivors and donations will fund cancer research, treatment, and support services. Registration and donation information available online. From Latinos of Montclair. This […] 
Gardening presentation planned at Bloomfield library on May 31. The event begins at 11 a.m. It will discuss different ways to garden in small spaces, including patios, terraces, and decks. There will be information on crop selection, safe seed resources, and how to build a functional garden. Free admission. Registration not required. From Bloomfield Public […]
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"All About Robotics" for youth in grades 3-8 planned at Montclair library's Main Branch. There will be STEM activities from 1:30-2:15 p.m. and robot demonstrations from 2:15-3 p.m. Registration required. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Rainbow Revue" Pride benefit show planned with Nutley Little Theater on Jun. 1 in Nutley. It begins at 5 p.m. at 47 Erie Pl. Tickets are $25. A 25% portion of proceeds will be donated to the Trans Equity Coalition. Tickets available online for purchase. From Nutley Little Theater. This information is accurate as of […] |
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