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.
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.
East Orange residents can sign up for parking at The Crossings at Brick Church Station Public Garage located at 533 Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, during the priority period which ends on Jan. 31. Requests for parking will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis starting Feb. 1. Requests are accepted online. From East Orange […]
Montclair History Center plans "History at Home: James Howe" webinar on Feb. 1. The event begins at 7 p.m. and will discuss Howe's history as the first African American in Montclair to own a home. Preregistration is required. From Montclair History Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Isaiah House, an East Orange nonprofit that provides services for unhoused families, plans "House of Love" fundraiser on Feb. 3 in South Orange. The event, scheduled from 7-11 p.m., will feature cocktails, food trucks, desserts, and a DJ at First Presbyterian and Trinity Church, located at 111 Irvington Ave. in South Orange . Preregistration is […]
East Orange recreation is accepting players of all ages for its winter indoor tennis session through March 29. Games are Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. for ages 8-17 and from 7-8 p.m. at Mildred Barry Garvin School. All ages play between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturdays at the Hart Middle Complex Gym. […]
East Orange to host "Free Shred Day" on Feb. 3. The event is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City Hall. Residents can bring an unlimited amount of paper items or documents that require shredding. No appointments are required. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Bloomfield library plans a free concert with Reggie on Feb. 3. The concert commemorates Black History Month and will begin at 2 p.m. Reggie will perform jazz, soul, and Motown music. From Bloomfield Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange Family Success Center plans free farmers market on Feb. 5. The market will be held from 4-6 p.m. at the East Orange Family Success Center, 132 South Harrison St. in East Orange. Fresh fruit and vegetables will be available, and free children's books will be distributed. Preregistration is required, and participants must bring […]
SOMA Justice plans a film screening of "Origins" on Feb. 8. The screening begins at 6:30 p.m. at SOPAC. The film is a biographical drama based on the book "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson. Preregistration is required. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
West Orange for Humanity plans a story time and arts activism activity for "Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action" on Feb. 8. The event is from 4-6 p.m. at the West Orange library community room. The program will include a sing and dance along to "Rise Up, Sing Out!" music videos. Preregistration is […]
Newark Local Beer to host a free "Murder Mystery" event on Feb. 9. The event, scheduled to start at 7 p.m., will feature a murder mystery game set at a wedding at 538 Broad St. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in wedding attire. Preregistration is required. From Newark Local Beer. This information is accurate […]
Bloomfield's Town Pub plans "Valentine's Day Paint Night" on Feb. 9. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at 378 Broad St. in Bloomfield. Admission is $35 per person. From Town Pub of Bloomfield . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Nutley Little Theatre plans production of "5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche" from Feb. 9-24. Directed by Heather Ferreira the play, set in 1956, focuses on the Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein and their annual quiche breakfast. Admission is $20 and tickets can be purchased online. From Nutley Little Theater. This […]
West Orange African Heritage Organization to host "Denim and Diamonds" scholarship fundraiser on Feb. 10 in Roseland. The event is from 6:30-11:30 p.m. and BYOB at 52 Eisenhower Parkway. Admission is $45 and funds will support West Orange High School students. From The West Orange African Heritage Organization. This information is accurate as of when […]
Art Is Bond Gallery to host "Galentine's Day Brunch" on Feb. 10 in Montclair. The event, scheduled from 12-4 p.m., will feature an interactive art gallery, food, music, bouquet making, and desserts at 8 Lackawanna Plaza. Preregistration is required. From Art Is Bond. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
Newark Museum of Art to host a free "Community Day: Lunar New Year" celebration on Feb. 10. The event, scheduled from 12-5 p.m., will feature musical performances, parades, art-making, and a lion dance to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Preregistration is required. From Newark Museum of Art. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Montclair Early Music to host "Jubilee: Black History Month Musical Celebration" on Feb. 10. The event is from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation. It will feature selections by Black composers and performances from jazz pianist Michael David Cochrane, bass player Michael Logan, tenor soloist Jeremy Watson, and artistic director Louisa Valentin as soprano […]
South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race to host "Coming to Jersey: Black Families Share Their Stories" on Feb. 11 in Maplewood. The event, scheduled from 1-4 p.m. at the Woodland Parlor, 60 Woodland Rd., in Maplewood. The event will feature South Orange and Maplewood residents sharing how their families came to New Jersey. It will […]
Bloomfield library to host "Lunch and Lit" meeting on Feb. 14. The event begins at 1 p.m. and members will discuss "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas. There will be free sandwiches provided by Toni's Kitchen. From Bloomfield Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
West Orange library to host a Valentine's Day concert with Lynette Sheard. The performance is from 2:30-4 p.m. Registration is available by phone. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Luna Stage to host "RIFT or White Lies" from Feb. 8 to March 3 in West Orange. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays at 555 Valley Rd. There will be special events on Feb. 11 with playwright Gabriel Jason Dean and director […]
East Orange recreation plans "Valentine's Fundraiser Dance" for East Orange's wrestling team on Feb. 16. The dance is from 6-8 p.m. at the Elmwood Park Field House. Admission is $5. From East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Montclair library to host "Writing Our Future: A Celebration of Black Children's Literature" on Feb. 17 in the Main Branch. There will be a panel presentation, author readings, and book signings from Just Us Books from 12-12:30 p.m. Books will be available for purchase and signing. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as […]
Nutley Little Theatre plans auditions for its production of "FIGARO" on Feb. 17-18. Auditions on Feb. 17 are from 1-4 p.m. and on Feb. 18 from 7-10 p.m. at 47 Erie Pl. From Nutley Little Theater. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange Family Success Center to host "2024 HBCU Fair" for families and students on Feb. 19. The event, scheduled from 12-3 p.m., there will be 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities will be represented, along with Montclair State, NJIT, Rutgers, Seaton Hall, and Fairleigh Dickinson University. There will be a FAFSA workshop at 2 […]
Isaiah House, an East Orange nonprofit that provides services for unhoused families, plans "Community Creche Chat and Chew Informational Session" on Feb. 21. Attendees will learn about the organization's Community Creche program from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 238 N. Munn Ave. RSVP by email by Feb. 16. From Isaiah House. This information is […]
East Orange YMCA plans a free "Black History Month Family Movie Night: Soul" on Feb. 23. The movie begins at 6:45 p.m. Preregistration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange health and human services is accepting video submissions from residents about heart health care throughout February. Submissions will be featured on the city's Facebook and Instagram pages every Friday this month. Participants will be invited to the city's free "Self-Care Party" on Feb. 24. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as […]
SOMA Justice to host "Trayvon Martin's Birthday Party" on Feb. 24 in Maplewood. This is a children's focused event to honor the life of Trayvon Martin. The event begins at 11 a.m. at the Maplewood Senior Center. Preregistration is required. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
East Orange YMCA to host a free "Black History Month Celebration" on Feb. 24. The event, scheduled from 3-5 p.m., will feature giveaways, games, raffles, and performances. Preregistration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
New Jersey Citizen Action to host "Resource Event" on Feb. 24 in Montclair. The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 73 S. Fullerton Ave., will feature assistance with health insurance, tax, financial, and home-buying questions among other services. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Outdoor Play Connection, an organization that promotes outdoor activity for children and youth, to host a "Weekend Pop-Up" on Feb. 25 and Mar. 3 in West Orange The event, scheduled from 1:30-3:30 p.m., will feature outdoor programs for children ages 5-12 at Eagle Rock Reservation. Register online. From Outdoor Play Connection. This information is accurate […]
Montclair Film is accepting applications for its "2024 Emerging Screenwriter Competition" through Mar. 15. Eligible screenwriters in grades 8-12 can submit their work online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race plans a free documentary screening of "Birthing Justice" on Feb. 29 in South Orange. The film is from 7-9 p.m. at the SOPAC Loft, 1 Sopac Way. It will discuss Black maternal health and efforts to correct disparities in deaths and pregnancy complications for Black mothers. Preregistration is required. […]
East Orange to host a free "Food for the Soul Tasting Event" on Feb. 29. The event, scheduled from 4-7 p.m. at the Bowser Family Senior Center, will feature dishes from award-winning chefs of the African diaspora. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
Jazz House Kids, a non-profit community arts organization, is accepting CHiCA Power Residency program applications from grades 6-12. The six-week program begins Mar. 2 and meets Saturday afternoons. The residency is free for girls and non-binary students. Pre-registration is required. From Jazz House Kids. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Toby Katz Community Center to host a free interactive art gallery tributing Black History Month on Mar. 2 in West Orange. The gallery is from 12-4 p.m. and will include education, food, prizes, and vendors. From West Orange Patch. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
1978 Maplewood Arts Center plans "Embellished" free opening reception on Mar. 2. Reception is from 5-8 p.m. and a 10% portion fo sales will fund Turning Point Community Services. The exhibit celebrates Women's History Month and is curated by Chrissy McIntrye, Erin Pickering and Liz Munro. It is available for viewing on weekends from 2-4 […]