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“Meet and Mend” upcycling club meeting planned at Newark library on Oct. 1 in the Main Branch. Attendees will work on their projects from 4-7:30 p.m. Basic hand sewing supplies, two sewing machines, and assorted scrap fabric and references books will be provided. Registration is not required. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. […]
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Spanish story time for children planned at Belleville library on Oct. 1. It is from 4-4:45 p.m. Attendees will make a related craft. Registration is required. Library card not 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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Montclair Community Farms will sell vegetables outside of Montclair library's Main Branch on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. SNAP and FMNP/WIC accepted. 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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Salsa dance class for adults planned at Belleville library on Oct. 2. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Free admission. 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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Seniors and Social Security Disability Insurance recipients can receive assistance filing applications to N.J. property tax relief programs on Oct. 2 in Belleville. Assistance is from 3-7 p.m. at the senior building. State representatives will assist with completing the state’s combined application, called PAS-1, that encompasses Senior Freeze, Anchor, and Stay NJ. Government photo ID […]
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"Peruvian Charango" presentation and performance with Alejandro Ataucusi planned at Nutley library on Oct. 4. It is from 2-3:15 p.m. Registration is not required. From Nutley 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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Food Truck Festival and Classic Car Show planned with Belleville recreation on Oct. 4. It is from 2-9 p.m. at Belleville High School. Free admission. From Belleville Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Improv comedy show with “Nutty By Nature” planned by N.J. School of Dramatic Arts on Oct. 4 in Montclair. It begins at 8 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church. Tickets are $15. From New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Health and Wellness Festival planned on Oct. 4 in Nutley. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Yanticaw Park. There will be free health screenings, cancer prevention and mammography education, resources for mental health and substance use, and more. Free admission. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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"Botanical Drawing Workshop" planned with Montclair library on Oct. 4. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cornerstone Montclair, 198 Bellevue Ave. Admission is $80. Registration is required. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Belleville's town-wide garage sale is scheduled for Oct. 4-5. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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"Paws in the Park" planned at Nutley farmers market on Oct. 5. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Booth Drive between Franklin Avenue and Vincent Place. There will be activities, pet adoptions, and food. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] 
Fire prevention open house planned with Belleville fire on Oct. 5. It is from 2-4 p.m. at 275 Franklin Ave. Registration is not required. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Belleville youth ages 10-17 can register for boxing clinics through the recreation department, scheduled to start Oct. 6. It meets Mondays and Wednesdays through Oct. 22 from 5:15-6:15 p.m. Registration is required. Admission is $60. From Belleville Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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Conversation on Nrityagram Dance Village planned at Montclair State University on Oct. 7. It begins at 7:30 p.m. at Alexander Kasser Theatre. There will be a Q&A session. Admission is free. Tickets are required. From Montclair State University. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Belleville youth in grades K-8 can register for the recreation department's winter programs. Offerings include cheer, basketball, and wrestling. Registration is available online. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Performance by Nrityagram Dance Ensemble planned on Oct. 9 at Montclair State University. It begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Montclair State University. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Free outdoor film screening of "Moana 2" planned with Nutley recreation on Oct. 10. It will screen at Glotzbach Park, 44 Park Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments are available for purchase starting at 6:30 p.m. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Cuban flag raising planned on Oct. 10 in Belleville. It begins at 10 a.m. at town hall. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Talk with Paola Mendoza planned with Latinos of Montclair on Oct. 10. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. at 60 S. Fullerton Ave. It marks the launch of the organization's Latine thought leader series, VOCES. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Montclair-area residents can apply to be a storyteller for Montclair Film’s StorySLAM program by Oct. 10. Participants will have five minutes to share scary stories on Oct. 23. Applications accepted online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Cookbook swap and food tasting planned with Montclair library on Oct. 11 at the Main Branch. It is from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not 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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Witch photoshoot planned at Houss Freya on Oct. 11 in Montclair. Photos are $40. Time slots are available online for booking. Houss Freya is located at 205 Glenridge Ave. From Houss Freya. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Harvest Fest planned on Oct. 11 in Bloomfield. It is from 12-6 p.m. at Washington Street and Glenwood Avenue. There will be food, vendors, and live music. From Bloomfield Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Hispanic heritage celebration planned with Belleville recreation on Oct. 11. It is from 2-5 p.m. at Belleville High School. There will be food, art, live music, and performances. Free admission. From Belleville Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"La Placita: Stories and Sounds" planned with Latinos of Montclair on Oct. 12 at Montclair library's Main Branch. It is from 1-3 p.m. There will be poetry and live music. Registration is required. Free admission. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Free screenings of blood pressure and glucose planned with Mountainside Medical Center on Oct. 15 in Belleville. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Belleville ShopRite, 726 Washington Ave. No fasting necessary. Registration not required. From Mountainside Medical Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Drop-in co-working planned at Lackawanna Station on Oct. 17 in Montclair. It is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Food and beverages available. Free admission. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Fall festival planned with Belleville School No. 3 on Oct. 17. It is from 5-8 p.m. at Belleville Senior Recreation Center. There will be a trunk or treat, food, vendors, and more. Admission is $5 per child. From Belleville Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […] |
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LGBTQ+ book club meeting planned at Bloomfield library on Oct. 18. It meets at 3:30 p.m. Attendees will discuss "The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School" by Sonora Reyes. Registration not required. From Bloomfield 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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"Cafetón" planned with Latinos of Montclair on Oct. 18 in Montclair. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Roast'd Montclair, 49 Claremont Ave. There will be music and coffee. Free admission. Registration is required. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Free movie screening of "ParaNorman" planned at Montclair library's Main Branch on Oct. 18. It is from 3-4:45 p.m. Registration is not 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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Musical performance of songs from the "Great American Songbook" planned at Skyline Theater on Oct. 19 in Bloomfield. It begins at 2 p.m. at the Oakeside Cultural Center. Performances are by Broadway singers Michele McConnell and Duane McDevitt. Tickets available online. From Skyline Theater Company. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
"Collage Extravaganza" planned at Lackawanna Station on Oct. 19 in Montclair. It is from 12-4 p.m. Admission is $40. Supplies provided. Registration is required. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Free screenings for blood pressure and glucose planned with Mountainside Medical Center on Oct. 21 in Montclair. It is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Montclair library's Main Branch. No fasting necessary. Registration not required. From Mountainside Medical Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Belleville Middle School HSA fundraiser with Michael's Roscommon House planned on Oct. 21. It is from 6-10 p.m. at 531 Joralemon St. in Belleville. Funds will support Belleville Middle School's 2026 graduating class. From Belleville Middle School HSA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Free movie screening of "Hocus Pocus" for youth in grades 6+ planned at Glen Ridge library on Oct. 22. It is from 5-7 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Glen Ridge 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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LGBTQ+ book club meeting for adults and youth planned at Newark library’s Main Branch on Oct. 22. Attendees will discuss "The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde" by Alexis Pauline Gumbst from 6-8 p.m. Registration required. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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La Casa de Don Pedro’s North Ward farmers market is open Oct. 23 in Newark. It is from 4-7 p.m. at 43 Broadway. There will be produce, social services, health resources, giveaways, and activities for children. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […] |
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Yoga session for youth and adults planned at Montclair library's Main Branch on Oct. 24. It is from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not 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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Yoga story time session for children up to age 5 planned at Belleville library on Oct. 24. It is from 10:30-11 a.m. Registration is required. Library card not 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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"Newark Ghost Tour" planned with Have You Met Newark Tours on Oct. 24. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. at Newark Local Beer, 538 Broad St. Attendees will tour Newark and learn about its history, including art, food, and current architecture. Registration is required. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Have You Met Newark Tours. […]
Stage production of "The Waverly Gallery" planned with Nutley Little Theater starting Oct. 24. Performances run through Nov. 8 at 47 Erie Pl. Tickets available online for purchase. From Nutley Little Theater. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Belleville's "Halloween Spectacular" is scheduled for Oct. 25. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Belleville High School. There will be a costume contest, costume parade, and activities for children. Registration is not required. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Halloween tattoo flash event planned with Inked Library Tattoos on Oct. 25-30 in Bloomfield. Appointments begin at 11 a.m. at 401 Broad St. Book appointments online. From Inked Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Trunk or Treat planned at Vincent United Methodist Church on Oct. 26 in Nutley. It is from 2-4 p.m. at 100 Vincent Pl. From TAPinto Nutley. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Auditions for Nutley Little Theater’s production of "Uh, Oh Here Comes Christmas" are scheduled on Oct. 26-27. Auditions begin at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. at 47 Erie Pl. Performance dates are Dec. 12-20. From Nutley Little Theater. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Halloween costume contest for dogs planned on Oct. 29 in Belleville. It is from 5:30-7 p.m. at Belleville Dog Park, 424 Stephens St. Prizes available. From 34th Legislative District. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free community coffee event planned by Nutley Family Service Bureau on Oct. 29 in Nutley. It is from 5-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 150 Chestnut St. From Nutley Family Service Bureau. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Montclair-area residents can participate in Montclair Bikery’s 2025 "turkey ride" supporting Human Needs Food Pantry on Nov. 23. Participants will pick up a frozen turkey from at King Food Markets and bike to 9 Label St. Registration is $20 to cover the cost of the turkey. The ride begins at 10 a.m. From Montclair Bikery. […]
"Fall Cocktail Mixer" planned with Ironbound Community Corporation on Oct. 29 in Newark. It is from 4-8 p.m. at Five Corners Restaurant, 10 Wilson Ave. Free admission. From Ironbound Community Corporation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Halloween story time planned at Nutley library on Oct. 29. It begins at 10:30 a.m. There will be activities and a craft. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is not required. From Nutley 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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Belleville residents can enter to participate in the town-wide Halloween home decorating contest by Oct. 29. Residents must email one photo of the home and include their name and address. First place prize is $200. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Belleville library cardholders can attend a free, online English Second Language conversation-level course on Oct. 30. Classes are weekly through Dec. 18 and begin at 6 p.m. It will include practicing listening, speaking, and other conversation skills. Registration is required. From Belleville Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Halloween dance party and costume contest planned with Out Montclair on Oct. 31. It is from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Porta Montclair, 499 Bloomfield Ave. Admission is $15. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Halloween party for families planned at Newark library's Main Branch on Oct. 31. It is from 3-4:30 p.m. There will be food, a magic show, and crafts. Registration is not required. From Newark 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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Drag show and dinner planned at Tinga Restaurant on Oct. 31 in Montclair. It is from 6-9 p.m. at 215 Bellevue Ave. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Tinga Restaurant. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Bloomfield’s Día de los Muertos celebration is rescheduled to Nov. 2. It is from 1-4 p.m. at the Bloomfield Civic Center. Free admission. From Bloomfield Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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