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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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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 YMCA is accepting spring break camp enrollment for grades pre-K-8. Camp is from Apr. 1-5 and Apr. 10. Sessions are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and breakfast, lunch, and snack are provided. Registration available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […] |
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Orange recreation is accepting baseball enrollment for ages 5-12 through Apr. 2. Participants are divided into teams based on age and must bring their own fielding glove. Admission is $35 for Orange residents and $50 for non-residents. Registration available online. From City of Orange Township Parks and Recreation. This information is accurate as of when […]
Out Montclair to host a free "Teens Axe Throwing" event for ages 14+ on Apr. 2. The event begins at 7 p.m. and is open to all skill levels. Registration available online. Location is available upon registering. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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East Orange plans "The Mayor's Iftar" with Mayor Ted Green and superintendent of East Orange schools AbdulSaleem Hasan on Apr. 3. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at Cicely L. Tyson Performing Arts Center. Attendees are encouraged to bring their prayer rugs. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […] 
East Orange library's "Junior LEGO Club" for grades Pre-K-7 plans meeting on Apr. 3. Attendees will build their own LEGO creations from 4-5 p.m. Adults must accompany pre-school aged children. From East Orange 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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East Orange plans a Community Development Block Grant celebration on Apr. 4. The event is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at City Hall and recognizes 50 years of funding East Orange. There will be music, food, and community resource vendors. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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West Orange Arts Council seeks artists for its "Untitled Small Works Show." All submissions must be no larger than 20 inches in any direction and not weigh more than 20 pounds. All artists must be or register to be West Orange art Council members. Pieces must be dropped off by Apr. 6 between 11 a.m. […]
Meadowland Park Conservancy to host a "National Puppy Day" event on Apr. 6 in South Orange. There will be a free photoshoot for attendees and their pets, giveaways, music, and treats from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring unopened cat or dog food donations. From Meadowland Park Conservancy. This information is […] 
East Orange YMCA plans a 2024 "Mermaid Swim Event" on Apr. 6. The fundraising event is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Registration is a $25 donation. Registration is available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Isaiah House plans a "Dine to Donate" fundraiser on Apr. 8 in South Orange. Show the event flyer at The Fox and Falcon, 19 Valley St., from 4-9 p.m. to donate 10% of the purchase to Isaiah House. From Isaiah House. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […] |
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East Orange library's book club plans a virtual meeting on Apr. 11. Participants will discuss "The Gardener of Lashkar Gah" by Larisa Brown on the library's Facebook page. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Women's Club of Glen Ridge to host "And I'll Sing Once More" performance with Glen Ridge resident Kristy Graves on Apr. 11. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Tickets available online for purchase. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
Newark Happening plans "Cherry Blossom Explosion" launch event on Apr. 11. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 58 Park Pl. and will celebrate the start of the cherry blossom season. There will be an art installation, photo opportunities, raffles, and limited event t-shirts. The art installation is available for viewing through […]
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Women's Club of Glen Ridge to host "And I'll Sing Once More" performance with Glen Ridge resident Kristy Graves on Apr. 11. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Tickets available online for purchase. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] 
Newark Happening plans "Cherry Blossom Explosion" launch event on Apr. 11. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 58 Park Pl. and will celebrate the start of the cherry blossom season. There will be an art installation, photo opportunities, raffles, and limited event t-shirts. The art installation is available for viewing through […]
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Nutley Little Theater plans performances of "Figaro" from Apr. 12-27. 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.
Eligible N.J. students in the 10th congressional district can submit artwork to the "Artistic Discovery Contest." Submissions can include paintings, drawings, collages, prints, mixed media, computer-generated art, and photography. The winning piece will be displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol. Guidelines and submission form available online. From Congressman Donald M. Payne Jr.. This […] |
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East Orange YMCA plans "Empowered Parenting: Nurturing Communication and Self-Care" for families on Apr. 13. The workshop is from 1-2:30 p.m. at 159 North Munn Ave. There will also be a program available for children. Registration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
West Orange Downtown Alliance plans "Restaurant Week" from Apr. 13-21. Participating restaurants will offer special menus and offers for patrons during the week. A complete list of participating restaurants available online. From West Orange Downtown Alliance. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Newark Museum of Art plans its "Community Day: Game On" event on Apr. 13. The free event, scheduled from 12-5 p.m., will include a live sports demonstration by the New York Red Bulls, interactive video games, live performances, and comedy. Preregistration required. From Newark Museum of Art. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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East Orange and Precious Little Ladies, an East Orange-based nonprofit, to host "Kite Flight" for Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Awareness Month on Apr. 13. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Elmwood Park and will include educational and mental health resources, kite flying, and conversations on abuse prevention. Registration required. From […]
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The Jersey Bee and Newark Water Coalition plan "Multimedia Storytelling Basics Session 1: Community Media 101" on Apr. 17. This is a free three-session community journalism training that will teach residents ow to identify community issues and produce video, photo, or audio storytelling to address them. Stipends are are available for people who cannot attend […]
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Orange school district plans a virtual job fair for prospective faculty members on Apr. 17. Open positions include computer science teacher, a school nurse, and media specialist among others. Registration is encouraged for an interview. From Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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West Orange SEPAC plans a free "Inclusive Camp and Resource Fair" for families on Apr. 18. The fair is from 6-8 p.m. at Mount Carmel Guild Academy. It will include information about local summer camps and programs for disabled young adults and students. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information is accurate […]
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Out Montclair to host "Spring Fling Dance Party Fundraiser" on Apr. 18 in Montclair. The event is scheduled from 7-11 p.m. at The Loft, 8 Lackawanna Plaza. There will be a cash bar and all funds support Out Montclair's programming. Tickets available for purchase online. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when […] |
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East Orange YMCA plans "Laser Tag" for ages 9-14. The event is from 7-8:30 p.m. Admission is $15. Registration required and available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Orange plans to host "Light up the Park: Spring Cherry Blossom Spectacular" for families on Apr. 20. The event, scheduled to start at 4 p.m. at Central Field House, will feature music and refreshments. From City of Orange Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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East Orange YMCA to host a free "Healthy Kids Day" event on Apr. 20. The event, scheduled from 12-2 p.m., will feature movement activities and membership discount opportunities. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Montclair Film is accepting submissions for the 2024 Montclair Film Festival by May 24. The regular deadline is Jun. 21 and late deadline is Jul. 19. A complete list of guidelines and accepted submissions available online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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West Orange Arts Council to host "The Arts and Mental Health" conversation on Apr. 25. The event, scheduled from 6-8 p.m. at West Orange Art Gallery, 551 Valley Rd., will feature a discussion on the intersection of arts and mental health. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was […] |
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East Orange YMCA plans a virtual mental health awareness workshops starting May 1. Mental health specialist Helene Cierzo will lead a workshop at 6:30 p.m. helping participants feel empowered and navigate working with children. Registration available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Cicely L. Tyson Elementary School plans a vendor market on May 3 in East Orange. The market is from 3-6 p.m. and will include food, beauty products, jewelry, dessert, and crafts. From Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School of the Performing and Fine Arts. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Out Montclair to host a free "Night with Trans Comedians" on May 3. The event is from 7-9 p.m. Comedians include Tan Hoang, Arjun Banerjee, and Feliz Felix among others. Location available upon registration. Tickets available online. Donations suggested. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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South Orange-Maplewood public schools SEPAC plans a free resource fair on May 4 in Maplewood. There will be therapists, local supportive organizations, and services available from 3-5 p.m. at Columbia High School's cafeteria. It will include a sensory-friendly quiet space. From South Orange-Maplewood Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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HUUB plans a "Wind Down Concert" for children on May 4 in Orange. There will be performances by Nyallha, Kernard Reid, and Jhette from 6-9 p.m. at 35 Cleveland St. From The HUUB. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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