Special primary election candidate forum planned by NAACP on Jul. 1 in Newark. Twelve candidates running for the 10th congressional district will answer questions about their candidacy from 6-8 p.m. at NJIT. The special primary election is Jul. 16. Registration is available online. From Urban League of Essex County. This information is accurate as of […]
East Orange's farmers and wellness market opens Jul. 2. It is open from 12-6 p.m. at City Hall Plaza every Tuesday through Nov. 5. There will be fresh produce, health resources, and healthcare providers. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Fireworks display planned by East Orange on Jul. 4. The event begins at 6 p.m. at East Orange Campus Field. Attendees should bring a blanket or lawn chair. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Children and adults can attend University of Orange's steel pan music sessions starting Aug. 12 and Aug. 19. Workshops are taught by local steel pan musician and educator Jevaun Grant at The HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Register by Jul. 5. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Karate class for ages 3-13 planned at East Orange YMCA staring Jul. 6. The program introduces participants to karate basics and techniques. Sessions end Aug. 24. It is $13.50 per session for members and $17.50 per session for non-members. Registration available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" showing by The Ordinary Kids planned by Montclair Film on Jul. 6. The show begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Clairidge, 486 Bloomfield Ave. Tickets available online for purchase. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Summer theater camp for children ages 5-11 planned by NiCori Studios and Productions in July. Camps are one-week sessions from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 375 Watchung Ave. in Bloomfield. Registration available online. From NiCori Studios and Productions. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
East Orange seeks responses to its recreation center survey until Jul. 8. Feedback will inform how the recreation center can be improved. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free Zumba session with Farah Fenelus planned by East Orange on Jul. 11. Zumba is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Rowley Park. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring water and a yoga mat. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
"In Stitches" knitting and crocheting club meeting for adults planned by East Orange library on Jul. 11. Members knit and crochet together from 2-4 p.m. Attendees must bring their own supplies. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free bingo afternoon for children in grades pre-K-7 planned by East Orange library on Jul. 11. Bingo is from 1-3 p.m. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"Checkmate Kids" children's chess club meeting for all skill levels planned by East Orange library on Jul. 11. Attendees will learn and practice chess techniques from 4-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Tickets available for "Sister Act" production planned by Pleasant Valley Productions in West Orange. Performances are Jul. 12-13 and Jul. 18-20 at Oskar Schindler Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets can be purchased online. From Pleasant Valley Productions. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Newspaper craft for children in grades pre-K-7 planned by East Orange library on Jul. 12. Attendees will use newspaper to create a polar bear from 3-4 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free cooking class for youth planned by East Orange library on Jul. 12. Participants will make lo mein from 3-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Human Needs Food Pantry plans a weekend donation day on Jul. 13 in Montclair. New school supplies, food, pet food, diapers and wipes donations are accepted 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.
CPR and first aid class for ages 15+ planned by East Orange YMCA on Jul. 14. The class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 159 N. Munn Ave. Training is $60. Attendees who complete the training will receive a two-year certification. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it […]
East Orange recreation is accepting enrollment for its children's and youth summer dance academy. The four-week program is from Jul. 15 to Aug. 16 at Fresh Start Academy. Children ages 6-14 will learn different movement techniques and perform a dance showcase. Registration available online. Admission is $370 for residents and $660 for non-residents. From East […]
Teen advisory group meeting for students in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Jul. 16. Attendees are encouraged to share ideas for the library from 4-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Mobile mammogram screening for East Orange residents ages 40+ planned by East Orange on Jul. 17. Screenings are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bowser Family Senior Center. Appointments scheduled online. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"4C Hair Don't Care" hip-hop single analysis planned by Newark library on Jul. 17 in the Main Branch. Newark emcee Sah-B will lead the workshop from 6-8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Registration is open for Montclair's "Farm Camp," designed for children ages 6-11 interested in nature, history, and agriculture. Camp is available in two sessions in August with a $650 fee. Attendees will learn about food, animals, and gardening. Registration available online. From Montclair History Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Free "Healthy Hustle" yoga session planned by East Orange on Jul. 18. Yoga is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Rowley Park with instructor Sakina Williams. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Iris sale planned at Presby Memorial Iris Gardens on Jul. 20 in Montclair. There will be bags containing at least 8 unidentified bearded rhizomes for $25. Proceeds benefit the gardens. From Essex County Parks. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free all-ward bike tour planned by East Orange on Jul. 20. The 10-mile bike ride begins at 9 a.m. at Columbian Park. There will be music and refreshments. Registration is required. Rain date is scheduled for Jul. 21. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Free outdoor screening of "Inside Out" planned by East Orange on Jul. 23. Attendees should gather at 6 p.m. at Haire Park and bring lawn chairs or blankets. The movie begins at 7:30 p.m. A rain date is scheduled for Jul. 24. There will be food, games, and face painting. From East Orange City. This […]
Free live music and dinner planned by West Orange Downtown Alliance on Jul. 25. The event is from 5-8 p.m. at 30 Main St. There will be a mural opening. From West Orange Downtown Alliance. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"Checkmate Kids" children's chess club meeting for all skill levels planned by East Orange library on Jul. 25. Attendees will learn and practice chess techniques from 4-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Magnet tile craft for children in grades pre-K-7 planned at East Orange library on Jul. 25. Attendees will design tile magnets from 3-4 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"In Stitches" knitting and crocheting club meeting for adults planned by East Orange library on Jul. 25. Members knit and crochet together from 2-4 p.m. Attendees must bring their own supplies. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Fifth Ward community meeting planned by East Orange on Jul. 25. It will discuss code enforcement and public works at 6:30 p.m. with Councilwomen Alicia Holman and Naiima Fauntleroy at Norman Towers, 500 N Walnut St. Attendees can submit their questions online. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Board games afternoon for youth planned by East Orange library on Jul. 26. Several board game options are available from 2-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Window suncatcher craft for children in grades pre-K-7 planned at East Orange library on Jul. 26. Attendees will make stained glass suncatchers from 3-4 p.m. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Haitian dance performance with ensemble La Troupe Zetwal planned at Bloomfield library on Jul. 27. The performance is from 2-3 p.m. and will feature Haitian drums and a dance workshop for families. From Bloomfield Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
RnB in the City Festival planned by East Orange on Jul. 27. The music festival is from 1-8 p.m. at Elmwood Park in East Orange. A rain date is scheduled for Jul. 28. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Free robotics program for ages 9-14 planned by East Orange library starting Jul. 27. Attendees will explore introductory programming concepts and use LEGOs to build robotic projects. The program is held Saturdays from 2-3:30 p.m. until Aug. 24. Registration is required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Fiction book club meeting planned at East Orange library on Jul. 29. Attendees will discuss "Oye" by Melissa Mogollon from 5-6:30 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Job fair planned by Newark Housing Authority on Jul. 31. The fair is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Waterfront, 2 Grafton Ave. There are several open positions in the NHA, including office manager, payroll coordinator, and maintenance mechanic. Registration is required. From Newark Housing Authority. This information is accurate as of when […]
Soul in the City music event for families planned by East Orange on Jul. 31. There will be house and club music from 6-9 p.m. at Elmwood Park. The event is free and will be held every Wednesday until Aug. 24. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
"In Stitches" knitting and crocheting club meeting for adults planned by East Orange library on Aug. 1. Members knit and crochet together from 2-4 p.m. Attendees must bring their own supplies. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Community gardening event for youth and families planned by East Orange library on Aug. 1. Attendees will grow vegetables and herbs in the library's community garden from 4-6 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Farmers market, barbecue, and rummage sale planned by East Orange on Aug. 1. The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bowser Family Senior Center. Market vouchers are available to seniors ages 60+ who bring a photo ID and Social Security award letter. Free transportation available by phone request. From East Orange […]
Sunflower art craft for children planned by East Orange library on Aug. 2. Participants will learn about the lifecycle of a sunflower and its features while painting from 3-4 p.m. Registration is not required. Supplies are provided. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Board game afternoon for youth in grades 8-12 planned by East Orange library on Aug. 2. Several board game options are available from 2-4 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Car wash fundraiser planned by East Orange YMCA on Aug. 3. Car washing services are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Orange YMCA. Tickets are available online for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the YMCA Financial Assistance Fund. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Artist talk discussing "Currency of Resilience: Exploring Immigrant Narratives" exhibit planned at Akwaaba Gallery on Aug. 3 in Newark. The talk is from 5-7 p.m. at 509 South Orange Ave. It will feature Jesse Wright, Shoshanna Weinberger, Stanwyck Cromwell, and Victor Davson. From Akwaaba Gallery. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Free robotics program for ages 9-14 planned by East Orange library on Aug. 3. Attendees will explore introductory programming concepts and use LEGOs to build robotic projects. The program is held Saturdays from 2-3:30 p.m. until Aug. 24. Registration is required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" showing by The Ordinary Kids planned by Montclair Film on Aug. 3. The show begins at 9:30 p.m. at The Clairidge, 486 Bloomfield Ave. Tickets available online for purchase. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Free outdoor yoga class for ages 10+ planned by Seton Village on Aug. 3 in South Orange. Participants should bring their own yoga mat, straps, blocks, towels, water, and sunscreen. Class begins at 8:30 a.m. at 133 Fairview Ave. A minimum $5 donation is suggested. From Seton Village South Orange. This information is accurate as […]
East Orange walking group meets on Aug. 4 in Elmwood Park. The group begins their walk at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Registration is required. From Walking in East Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.