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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. |
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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. […]
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"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.
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]
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"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 […]
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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. |
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Free resume writing workshop planned by La Casa de Don Pedro on Aug. 6 in Newark. The workshop is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 39 Broadway. There will be light refreshments. Registration available online. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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Soul in the City music event for families planned by East Orange on Aug. 7. There will be house and club music from 6-9 p.m. at Soverel Park, 104 N. Park St. The event is free and will be held every Wednesday until Aug. 24. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of […]
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Hand-printed bowl craft afternoon for children in grades pre-K-7 planned at East Orange library on Aug. 8. Attendees will laminate and design their bowls using clay from 2-4 p.m. Supplies are limited and the event is first-come, first-served. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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"Checkmate Kids" children's chess club meeting for all skill levels planned by East Orange library on Aug. 8. 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. |
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"Jazz at the Plaza" concert planned by East Orange on Aug. 9. There will be performances from Chaancé Barnes, Gene Ghee Quartet and Rhonda Denet and Trio starting at 5 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Summer wreath take-home craft for children in grades pre-K-7 planned by East Orange library on Aug. 9. Supplies are available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for pick-up. 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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Strawberry bubble tea cooking class for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Aug. 9. Participants will learn how to make strawberry bubble tea from 3-5 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 […]
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Free community cookout planned by East Orange on Aug. 10. There will be food, music, games, and health resources from 1-4 p.m. at Winthrop Terrace, 66 South Grove St. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free back-to-school wellness event planned by Darren Memorial Foundation on Aug. 10 in Bloomfield. There will be job opportunities, food, music, therapy resources, and school supplies from 1-5 p.m. at Watsessing Park. From Darren Memorial Foundation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Youth ages 5-15 can register to participate in West Orange Elks' 2024 baseball competition on Aug. 10 in Orange. The competition begins at 9 a.m. at 234 Lincoln Ave. Participants must bring a copy of their birth certificate when registering. From West Orange Elks . This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Caribbean Heritage Festival for families planned by Orange on Aug. 10. There will be vendors and music from 12-8 p.m. at Monte Irvin Orange Park. From City of Orange Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free robotics program for ages 9-14 planned by East Orange library on Aug. 10. 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 […]
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Maplewood postpones its Small Wonder Marketplace event to Aug. 11. There will be more than 80 vendors, including artists, retailers, and restaurants on Maplewood Avenue, Highland Place and Baker Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Pickleball clinic for all skill levels planned by Out Montclair on Aug. 11. Pickleball is from 2-5 p.m. at Glenfield Park. Registration is $20 and coaching is provided. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Caribbean Heritage Festival for families planned by Orange rescheduled to Aug. 11. There will be vendors and music from 12-9 p.m. at Monte Irvin Orange Park. From City of Orange Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Job fair planned by La Casa de Don Pedro on Aug. 12 in Newark. The job fair is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Patio, 43 Broadway. Attendees should bring resumes to be considered for full-time and part-time work. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it […]
East Orange Mayor Ted Green and the city’s quality of life staff will be on the Prospect Street and Marcy Avenue block on Aug. 12. There will be public works clean-up, quality-of-life inspections, and opportunities to meet with the mayor starting at 9:30 a.m. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when […]
"Jazz at the Plaza" concert planned by East Orange rescheduled to Aug. 12. There will be performances from Chaancé Barnes, Gene Ghee Quartet and Rhonda Denet and Trio starting at 5 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Teen advisory group meeting for students in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Aug. 13. 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.
"Family Fun Day" planned by East Orange on Aug. 13. The event begins at 5 p.m. at Soverel Park. There will be a free screening of "Wish" with complimentary refreshments. The event will also feature face painting, a bouncy house, and games. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets. From East Orange City. This information […]
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School supply giveaway planned by The Mercy House Aug. 13 in Newark. More than 500 backpacks filled with pens, crayons, notebooks, and other classroom supplies will be available at The Mercy House, 620 Clinton Ave. at 11 a.m. From Patch Newark. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Budgeting spreadsheet class for adults planned by West Orange library on Aug. 14. The class is from 6-7 p.m. and will teach attendees how to use Excel to create a budget that tracks expenses and income. Registration is not required. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Free screening of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" planned by East Orange on Aug. 15. The movie begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. Attendees should bring a chair or blanket. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"In Stitches" knitting and crocheting club meeting for adults planned by East Orange library on Aug. 15. 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. 15. 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.
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Jewelry-making class for adults planned by East Orange library on Aug. 17. The class is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is 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.
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Breastfeeding support group meeting planned at East Orange library on Aug. 17. The meeting is from 10 a.m. to 12 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.
Free robotics program for ages 9-14 planned by East Orange library on Aug. 17. 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 […]
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Open house event for families and students planned by Essex County on Aug. 17. The first 700 people in attendance will receive free food and school supplies from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Essex County One Stop Career Center parking lot, 50 S. Clinton St. There will also be haircuts, entertainment, music, and […]
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Backpack and school supply giveaway for autistic children planned by Nassan's Place on Aug. 17 in East Orange. Giveaways are from 12-2 p.m. at Soverel Park. Registration is required. From Nassan's Place. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free yoga session for all skill levels planned by Newark recreation on Aug. 18. Instructor Tyrone Daye will lead the class from 12-2 p.m. at Riverfront Park. Participants should bring water and a yoga mat. Registration is not required. From Newark Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Senior Services . This information is accurate as of when […]
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Free zucchini spice bread cooking class for youth planned by East Orange library on Aug. 19. Participants will use zucchinis harvested from the library's community garden while cooking 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.
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Free haircuts for all ages planned by Desire Hair Salon II on Aug. 21 in South Orange. Appointments are walk-in only from 12-4 p.m. at 130 S. Orange Ave. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Budgeting session for purchasing a home planned by Ironbound Community Corporation on Aug. 21 in Newark. Newark Land Bank will lead the event from 6-8:30 p.m. at 432 Lafayette St. There will be interactive breakout sessions for participants to complete budgeting exercises. Registration is recommended. From Ironbound Community Corporation. This information is accurate as of […]
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"Anything queer lit club" meeting for adults planned by Montclair library and Out Montclair on Aug. 22 in the Main Branch. The meeting is from 6-8 p.m. and members will discuss “Cinema Love” by Jiaming Tang. Registration is required. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […] |
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Soul music event planned by East Orange on Aug. 24. There will be DJs playing house and club music from 1-9 p.m. at Elmwood Park in East Orange. Vendors and food trucks will be on site. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Orientation for East Orange High School students in grade 12 planned on Aug. 26. Orientation begins at 1 p.m. in the school auditorium. It will discuss the senior calendar and checklist. Students will meet their senior advisors. From East Orange Campus High School. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] |
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Garvin Elementary School students can meet their teachers on Aug. 27 in East Orange. The event is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and includes a tour of the school. From Mildred Barry Garvin School. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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School supply giveaway for children in grades K-12 planned by La Casa de Don Pedro on Aug. 29 in Newark. There will be free backpacks filled with school supplies from 2-6 p.m. at 43 Broadway. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Community resource fair planned by East Orange on Aug. 30. There will be backpack and school supply giveaways, free haircuts, and career resources from 5-8 p.m. at City Hall Plaza. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Children enrolled in East Orange school district can register for their school's aftercare program. Aftercare is from 2:45-6 p.m. and costs $80 per week for out-of-pocket payment. Registration is required. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
School supply giveaway planned by East Orange on Aug. 31. Backpacks and supplies are available at 12 p.m. at Soverel Park. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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