West Orange-theater Luna Stage will host a performance of "WestPhalia," a play that examines the role of AI and the immigration process. The play will run from Oct. 19 to Nov. 12. Advanced ticket purchase is available online. From Luna Stage.
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Luna Stage’s Performance of “WestPhalia”
West Orange-theater Luna Stage will host a performance of "WestPhalia," a play that examines the role of AI and the immigration process. The play will run from Oct. 19 to Nov. 12. Advanced ticket purchase is available online. From Luna Stage.
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Essex County 2023 General Election In-Person Early Voting
In-person early voting for the 2023 general election will be held from Oct. 28 to Nov. 5. Essex County residents can access their district's ballot at any of the county's 10 early voting locations. Early voting centers will be located in Bloomfield, East Orange, Fairfield, Irvington, Verona, West Orange, and Newark. From Essex County.
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Bloomfield Recreation’s October “Monday Night Music” Performance
Bloomfield recreation plans performance from tenor vocalist Gabriel Anthony-Muhammad on Oct. 30 at Oakside Cultural Center as part of their Monday Night Music Series. The performance starts at 7 p.m. with a "meet the artist" reception at 8 p.m. Admission is free, but preregistration is required. From Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department.
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East Orange Library’s “Joi Angels Halloween Costume Giveaway”
East Orange library will host Joi's Angels for a Halloween costume give away on Oct. 30 from 3-5 p.m. The event is open to East Orange residents and free costumes for children age 2-12 will be distributed on a first come first served basis. Preregistration is required and all children must be accompanied by an […]
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East Orange Public Schools “Raising Readers: The Independent Reading Revolution” Panel
East Orange Public Schools plans virtual "Raising Readers: The Independent Reading Revolution" panel on Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m. on Facebook Live. From East Orange Public Schools.
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Main Street Alliance “NJEDA Small Business Grants Program” Presentation
Main Street Alliance and The New Jersey Economic Development Authority plans free in-person small business grants program workshop on Nov. 1. The event will be at 6 p.m. at InSpira Performing Arts at Teachers Village in Newark. Preregistration is required. From The Main Street Alliance.
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Newark Happening “Dia de Los Muertos Night Market”
Newark Happening plans "Dia De Los Muertos Night Market" at Harriet Tubman Square Park on Nov. 1. The event is from 4-9 p.m. The market will include food vendors, live entertainment, artisan stalls, and an "altar de muertos." From Newark Happening.
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Newark Museum of Art’s “Performance + Conversation: When the Spirits Sing… an Offering”
Newark Museum of Art plans free performance and conversation with artist Adama Delphine Fawundu to discuss her yearlong exhibition "Adama Delphine Fawundu: In the Spirit of Àṣẹ." The event will be Nov. 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets are available online. From Newark Museum of Art.
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Maplewood Library “Digital Device Clinics”
Maplewood library plans free "Digital Device Clinics" at the adult services desk Nov. 2, 16, and 30. The drop-in hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will offer one-on-one support to people with questions about using a cell phone or other electronic device. No repair services will be provided. From Maplewood Public Library.
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Luna Stage’s Performance of “WestPhalia”
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East Orange Municipal Offices Closed for 2023 Election Day
East Orange municipal will be closed on Nov. 7 in observance of 2023 Election Day. Garbage and bulk collection will remain on its regular schedule. From East Orange City.
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Montclair Art Museum’s “Mixed Media Mashup” Camp
Montclair Art Museum plans "Mixed Media Mashup Camp" for children age 6-8 on Nov. 9-10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. when schools are closed during New Jersey's teacher convention. Children will experiment with a variety of art media and learn new techniques for self-expression led by one of the museum's art educators. Preregistration is […]
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East Orange Public Schools’ “Cozy Coat Drive” Coat Distribution
East Orange public schools plans "Cozy Coat Drive Distribution" for students in grades Pre-K-5 on Nov. 8 at 9 a.m. at Ecole Toussaint Louverture Elementary School. Volunteers can also sign up to help distribute coats by contacting school's principal by phone or email. From East Orange Public Schools.
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Valley Arts Dental “A Salute to Our Veterans” Free Veterans Dental Care Day
Valley Arts Dental in West Orange offering free dental care to military veterans on Nov. 10. Appointments are required. From West Orange: Matters.Engagement.News.
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East Orange “Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony”
East Orange plans "Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony" on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at East Orange City Hall. The featured guest speaker will be SSF Deonte S. Williams. From East Orange City.
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South Orange Library “Jewelry Sale Fundraiser”
Friends of the South Orange Public Library plans a jewelry sale fundraiser on Nov. 11-12 at South Orange library. Proceeds from the sale will go towards funding new library books, the summer reading program, free museum passes, and paying BCCLS membership fees. From Friends of South Orange Public Library.
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Montclair Library “Tools to Create a Dynamic Resume” Workshop
Montclair library plans "Tools to Create a Dynamic Resume" workshop on Nov. 13. The event is from 1-2:30 p.m. and includes instruction, exercises, and critiquing of resumes. Preregistration is required. From Montclair Public Library.
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Glen Ridge Library “Winter Seed Sowing Workshop”
Glen Ridge library plans "Winter Seed Sowing Workshop" on Nov. 13. The event will run from 7-9 p.m. at the Glen Ridge NJ Transit train station. The workshop will focus on native plants and best practices for winter sowing to grow spring and summer flowers. From Glen Ridge Public Library.
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Park Avenue Elementary School Coat Drive
Park Avenue Elementary School in Orange is hosting a winter coat drive from November to January. Donations of new and gently used coats, scarves, hats, socks, and gloves can be dropped off at the school. From Orange Public Schools. |
3 events,
Maplewood Library “Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2023” Virtual Lecture
Maplewood library plans virtual lecture on "Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2023," presented by Stand Out for College on Nov. 14 at 7:00 p.m. This presentation is geared towards teens and their guardians. Preregistration is required. From Maplewood Public Library.
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Dione Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship “Thanksgiving Food Drive”
East Orange's Dione Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship plans "Thanksgiving Food Drive" until Nov. 17. Donations of nonperishable food items will be collected by classroom. From Dionne Warwick Institute. |
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East Orange Special Education Parent Advisory Council “Empowering Families Navigating Special Education” Presentation
East Orange Public Schools' Special Education Parent Advisory Council plans free virtual "Empowering Families Navigating Special Education" presentation on Nov. 15. Guest speaker Disability Rights Advocate, Safiyyah Muhammad will lead the conversation. The presentation will be held on Zoom at 6 p.m. From East Orange Public Schools.
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Bloomfield Library’s “Our Stories/Our Shelves November Creative Writing Workshop”
Bloomfield library plans "Our Stories/Our Shelves" creative writing workshop for adults on Nov. 15. The workshop starts at 6:30 p.m. Participants are welcome to stay for the 75-minute workshop or leave early. From Bloomfield Public Library.
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Maplewood Library “Digital Device Clinic”
Maplewood library plans free "Digital Device Clinics" at the adult services desk Nov. 16 and 30. The drop-in hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will offer one-on-one support to people with questions about using a cell phone or other electronic device. No repair services will be provided. From Maplewood Public Library.
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Project Empty Space “Fall Ball”
Project Empty Space, a Newark based arts organization, plans "2023 Fall Ball," on Nov. 16. The event will run 6-10 p.m. at Ironside Newark. The event will feature a champagne hour, dance party, performance by Newark Dances and Company of Collaborative Artists. Advanced ticket purchase is required. From Project Empty Space.
South Orange Library “Winterize Your Home” Workshop
South Orange library plans "Winterize Your Home" workshop on Nov. 16. The workshop will be led by the South Orange Rescue Squad starting at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. From South Orange Public Library.
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South Orange Library “From Rabbit Tests to Wands: How the Home Pregnancy Test Changed Pregnancy and Abortion Forever” Discussion
South Orange library plans "From Rabbit Tests to Wands: How the Home Pregnancy Test Changed Pregnancy and Abortion Forever" a "Special Conversation with Karen Weingarten" on Nov. 16. The event will discuss will run from 6-7 p.m. From South Orange Public Library.
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Aging in Montclair’s “A Journey into Retirement: Transitioning from Full Time Work into a Fulfilling Life in the Arts”
Aging in Montclair and Montclair Art Museum plan "A Journey into Retirement: Transitioning from Full Time Work into a Fulfilling Life in the Arts" panel discussion on Nov. 17. The panel will run from 1-2:30 p.m. in Leir Hall of the Montclair Art Museum. Preregistration is required by email or phone. From Aging in Montclair.
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Newark Library Vailsburg Branch “Paint, Sip, and Snack For Adults”
Newark library plans "Paint, Sip, and Snack For Adults" on Nov. 17. The program will run from 4-5 p.m. at the Vailsburg Branch. Adults will be able to paint whatever they like while enjoying light refreshments. From Newark Public Library.
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Out Montclair “How to Raise an Art Star” Book Discussion and Gallery Opening
Out Montclair plans gallery opening and author discussion with Ara Tucker to discuss her book "How to Raise an Art Star" on Nov. 17. The event will run from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at One River Art School in Montclair and includes light refreshments. From Out Montclair.
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Cross and Crown Christian Church in Orange “Community Soup Sundays”
Cross and Crown Christian Church in Orange plans "Community Soup Sundays" on the last two Sundays of each month. The events are from 12-1 p.m. at 476 Thomas Blvd. Grab and go hot soup and bread will be available. From Cross and Crown Christian Church.
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East Orange 2023 “Annual Day of Giving Turkey Giveaway”
East Orange to host 2023 "Annual Day of Giving Turkey Giveaway" Nov. 18 at Calvary Baptist Church. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is first come, first serve for East Orange residents only. Walk up and cars welcome. Turkeys being given away are Halal. From East Orange City.
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Newark Public Library Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Newark Public Library will offer a cover letter writing workshop on Nov. 18. The event will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Registration is required. From Newark Public Library.
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Out Montclair “Sip ‘n’ Sing: Hair & More from the Age of Aquarius”
Out Montclair plans "Sip 'n' Sing: Hair & More from the Age of Aquarius" Nov. 18. The doors open at 7 p.m. at the Vanguard Theater. Advanced ticket purchase is required. From Out Montclair.
Out Montclair “TRANStory Sanctuary”
Out Montclair plans "TRANStory Sanctuary," a poetry writing workshop facilitated by Mariah Ayscue on Nov. 18. The program will run from 1-3 p.m. and will focus on centering the stories of transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary people. Preregistration is required. From Out Montclair.
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South Orange’s Meadowland Park Celebration
South Orange recreation to celebrate Meadowland Park Nov. 18. The event will be held at Flood's Hill from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m and include music and fireworks. From South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs.
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Park Avenue Elementary School Coat Drive
Bloomfield Library “Spanish Book Club November Meeting”
Bloomfield library's Spanish Book Club will meet on Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss "La Magia Del Orden" by Marie Kondo. From Bloomfield Public Library.
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East Orange YMCA 2023 “Free Holiday Turkey” Giveaway
East Orange YMCA to give away one free holiday turkey and a holiday food box on Nov. 20. The event is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and will be held at 159 N. Munn Ave. in front of Turrell Gym. Food is distributed on a first come, first-serve basis. From East Orange YMCA.
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East Orange Family Success Center “Free Farmers Market”
East Orange Family Success Center plans "Free Farmers Market" on Nov. 20. The market will run from 4-6 p.m. at 123 South Harrison St. in East Orange. It will include resources for registering or renewing NJ Family Care, the state's low-income public health insurance plan. Preregistration is required. From East Orange Family Success Center.
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Bloomfield Recreation “Pop Up Latin Heritage Art Exhibit”
Bloomfield recreation to host "Pop Up Latin Heritage Art Exhibit" Nov. 20. The event will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center and feature work by artists Rey Arvelo, Josie Barreiro, Joel "Yobe" Beleno, Anibal Padilla, and Sylvia Padilla. Food will be available for purchase. From Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and […]
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Maplewood Affordable Housing Waitlist Application Deadline
The waitlist is open for Maplewood's affordable housing applications. There are two units available at 1782-1792 Springfield Ave. apartment complex. Applications must be submitted by Nov. 21 deadline. The units will be filled via random selection from qualified applicants. Applications must be filled out online or by phone. From Maplewood Township.
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Newark Public Library “Blacknificantly Latinx” Celebration
Newark Public Library to host "Blacknificantly Latinx" event to celebrate Afro-Latin and Hispanic culture on Nov. 21. The event is from 5-7 p.m and includes music, food, comedy, a panel discussion, and a short film. From Newark Public Library.
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EOFSC “Wellness Wednesdays”
EOFSC to host free weekly wellness sessions for residents starting Nov. 22. The "Wellness Wednesday" workshop begins at 12 p.m. online or in-person at 132 South Harrison St. and are scheduled through May 8. Register online. From East Orange Family Success Center.
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Orange 2023 “Thanksgiving Feeding”
Orange to host free 2023 "Thanksgiving Feeding" at The Upper Central Field House Nov. 23. The free lunch is first come, first served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 234 Lincoln Ave. From City of Orange Township.
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Town Pub of Bloomfield 2023 “Free Thanksgiving Dinner”
Town Pub of Bloomfield to host 2023 "Free Thanksgiving Dinner" buffet Nov 24. Dinner is served from 1 to 4 p.m. at 378 Broad St. From Suburban Essex Chamber of Commerce.
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Bloomfield Center Alliance 2023 “Small Business Spectacular: Holiday Hunt”
Bloomfield Center Alliance to host 2023 "Small Business Spectacular: Holiday Hunt" Nov. 25. The event is from 1-4 p.m. and features a scavenger hunt, free hot chocolate, coffee, snacks from select restaurants, and a chance to win a holiday prize basket. There will be DIY ornaments, live music, and a live ice carving demo at […]
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MESH 2023 Overnight Winter Shelter Service
MESH opens overnight winter shelter service for 2023 season. The service is available from Nov. 24 to Apr. 1 at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church at 51 Elm St. in Montclair when temperatures reach freezing or below. From Montclair Emergency Services for Hope. |
9 events,
Cross and Crown Christian Church in Orange “Community Soup Sundays”
Cross and Crown Christian Church in Orange plans "Community Soup Sundays" on the last two Sundays of each month. The events are from 12-1 p.m. at 476 Thomas Blvd. Grab and go hot soup and bread will be available. From Cross and Crown Christian Church.
Free
South Orange Downtown 2023 “Small Business Saturday Street Fair”
South Orange Downtown to host a 2023 "Small Business Saturday Street Fair" Nov. 25. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Village Plaza. The event includes local holiday market vendors, music, food, and a Santa arrival. From South Orange Downtown.
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Montclair’s East Side Mags Book Signing with Mario Candelaria
Montclair's East Side Mags plans book signing event with Mario Candelaria Nov. 25. The event is from 2 to 5 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Local readers can meet Candelaria and have a paperback copy of "Killchella" or "Tales from the Pandemic" signed. From East Side Mags.
Newark Winter Village 2023 Opening
Newark Winter Village opens at Mulberry Commons Nov. 25. It offers ice skating, go-karting, and private igloo rental as part of the 2023 Newark Holiday Festival. Advanced tickets are available online. From Newark Winter Village.
Rumi Mediterranean Café and Grill Grand Opening
Rumi Mediterranean Café and Grill to host its grand opening event Nov 25. at 11 a.m. The new restaurant opened Nov. 11 at 265 Glenwood Ave. in Bloomfield. From Bloomfield Center Alliance .
Free
Montclair Center 2023 “Small Business Saturday and Winter Wonderland”
Montclair Center to host 2023 "Small Business Saturday and Winter Wonderland" Nov. 25. The event starts at 12:30 p.m. at the Wellmont Arts Plaza. It will include a holiday market, children's crafts, carolers, raffles, festive holiday photo stations, and a tree lighting at 6 p.m. From Montclair Center.
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Park Avenue Elementary School Coat Drive
EOFSC “Wellness Wednesdays”
MESH 2023 Overnight Winter Shelter Service
Bloomfield Recreation’s November “Monday Night Music” Performance
Bloomfield recreation plans performance from trombone player Julie Passaro and tuba player Wes Krygsma on Nov. 27 at Oakside Cultural Center as part of their Monday Night Music Series. The performance starts at 7 p.m. with a "meet the artist" reception at 8 p.m. Admission is free but preregistration is required. From Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, […]
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Montclair’s Riskin Children’s Center “Identity and Expression: A Three Part Creative Arts Workshop”
Montclair's Riskin Children's Center, a mental health service, to host a three-part creative arts workshop for children age 12-14 on Mondays from Nov. 27. to Dec. 11. The program will be held at The Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris in Montclair from 5-6 p.m. Participants will explore self-expression and positive self-esteem while being […]
East Orange Library November “Book Club Meeting”
East Orange library plans book club meeting for adults on Nov. 27. The meeting will be held on Zoom from 5-6:30 p.m. and discuss "The Wildest Sun" by Asha Lemmie. From East Orange Public Library.
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Out Montclair “Speed Friending”
Out Montclair, a non-profit organization supporting Montclair's LGBTQIA+ community, plans "Speed Friending" Nov. 28. Local adults will mingle with new people from 7-9 p.m. at Just Jake's at 30 Park St. Pre-registration is required. From Out Montclair. |
5 events,
East Orange Public Schools “Guardians of Social and Emotional Learning” Workshop
East Orange school district plans free "Guardians of Social and Emotional Learning" workshop for parents and guardians Nov. 29. The district's parent advisory council will facilitate the panel at 5 p.m. at the East Orange Board of Education Building in Conference Room A. Preregistration required online. From East Orange Public Schools.
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Maplewood Library “Digital Device Clinic”
Maplewood library plans free "Digital Device Clinics" at the adult services desk Nov. 30. The drop-in hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will offer one-on-one support to people with questions about using a cell phone or other electronic device. No repair services will be provided. From Maplewood Public Library.
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South Orange-Maplewood Adult School “Transform Your Home: Secrets from a Home Stager” Class
South Orange-Maplewood Adult School to offer "Transform Your Home: Secrets from a Home Stager" class Nov. 30. The class will feature ways to declutter, update decor, and restyle homes through staging techniques from 7-8:30 p.m. at Columbia High School. Preregistration required. From South orange Maplewood Adult School. |
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Luna Stage’s “Trich” Performance
West Orange's Luna Stage to host regional premiere of "Trich" Dec. 1-10. The play is written and performed by Becca Schneider, and directed by Jenn Haltman and Casey Pfeifer. It tells a story about mental health, isolation, and recovery. Advanced tickets are available for purchase. From Luna Stage.
East Orange “World AIDS Day Event”
East Orange to host 2023 "World AIDS Day Event" Dec. 1. There will be free and confidential HIV testing and educational resources from 12 local organizations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at East Orange City Hall Plaza. From East Orange City.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge 2023 “Annual Winter Wonderland”
Women's Club of Glen Ridge to host 2023 "Annual Winter Wonderland" on Dec. 2. The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature holiday crafts, face painting, a balloonist, photos with Santa, and a bouncy house at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Preregistration by Dec. 1 is required. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge.
East Orange 2023 “Light Up East Orange Holiday House Decorating Contest”
East Orange residents can enter the city's 2023 "Light Up East Orange Holiday House Decorating Contest." Residents can submit a photo of their home's exterior holiday decorations online between Dec. 1-14 to be posted on the city's Facebook page from Dec. 15-20 for voting. Winners will be announced Dec. 21 with prizes for first through […]
Studio Montclair’s “Black & White Imprint” Exhibition Deadline
Studio Montclair seeks entries for its "Black & White Imprint" exhibition planned from Jan. 26 to Mar. 1 in celebration of Black History Month. Traditional and experimental prints that evoke personal and collective memory are encouraged. The deadline for entries is Dec. 1. From Studio Montclair. |
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Montclair’s East Side Mags Book Signing with Jesse Hubbard
Montclair's East Side Mags plans book signing event with Jesse Hubbard Dec. 2. The event is from 2 to 5 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Attendees can meet Hubbard and have a copy of "Punk Rock & Cocktails Volume 2" signed. From East Side Mags.
South Orange Downtown 2023 “Downtown on Display” at Elitist Coffee
South Orange Downtown plans its final 2023 "Downtown on Display" at Elitist Coffee on Dec. 2. The after-dark event is from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. and will feature cocktails, dancing, and live music. This event is 21+ with a $10 entry fee and cash bar. From South Orange Downtown.
East Orange “Men’s Conversation Series: Brotherhood and Resiliency”
East Orange to host "Men's Conversation Series: Brotherhood and Resiliency" on Dec. 2. The event is 9-11 a.m and includes breakfast and dialogue centered around the topics of "brotherhood" and "resiliency" at the Bowser Community Center at 90 Halstead St. The event will feature guest speaker Shalil B Canzater, author of "Purposely Mis-Educated." From East […]
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Downtown West Orange 2023 Holiday Open House
Downtown West Orange plans 2023 holiday events Dec. 2. There will be a "Holiday Character Breakfast" from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Washington School cafeteria. A vendor marketplace, guided tours of historic downtown, free photos with Santa, and a stuffed animal workshop are planned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A tree lighting […]
West Orange 2023 Tree Lighting Ceremony
West Orange plans 2023 tree lighting ceremony Dec. 2. The event starts at 4:30 p.m. at Town Hall, 66 Main St. There will be live music, a train ride, petting zoo, free Christmas ornament give-away, photos with Santa, and a Santa mailbox. From West Orange Township.
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Glen Ridge High School HSA 2023 “Holiday Market”
Glen Ridge High School Home and School Association to host its 2023 "Holiday Market" on Dec. 3. The event is from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. at the high school's gymanusium. It will feature more than 50 vendors, concessions, and Glen Ridge spirit apparel. From Citizens of Bloomfield. |
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