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Cookbook club meeting for adults planned with Bloomfield library on Feb. 25. The group will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Varitage Brew Works, 58 Washington St. Attendees will share dishes and swap recipes. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Bloomfield Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Halloween arts and crafts session for families planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Oct. 28 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Registration is required. Free admission. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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"Fall Cocktail Mixer" planned with Ironbound Community Corporation on Oct. 29 in Newark. It is from 4-8 p.m. at Five Corners Restaurant, 10 Wilson Ave. Free admission. From Ironbound Community Corporation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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College and career fair planned at East Orange Campus High School on Oct. 30. It is from 3-5 p.m. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Haunted house and trunk or treat planned with East Orange recreation on Oct. 31. It is from 5-9 p.m. at Elmwood Park. There will also be a pumpkin patch. Free admission. From East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Halloween party for families planned at Newark library's Main Branch on Oct. 31. It is from 3-4:30 p.m. There will be food, a magic show, and crafts. Registration is not required. From Newark 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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Halloween Parade planned with Bloomfield Center Alliance on Oct. 31. It is from 5-8 p.m. along Washington Street. There will be a haunted maze, music, trick or treating, and a costume parade that starts at 7:30 p.m. From Bloomfield Center Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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University of Orange’s Intergenerational Community Choir will begin rehearsing for the Remembering Rosa Concert for Peace on Nov. 1. Rehearsal begins at 10 a.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Orange. The performance is scheduled for Dec. 5. People can register online to join the choir. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of […]
Stage production of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" planned with The Maplewood Strollers on Nov. 1. It is from 7-9 p.m. at The Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From The Maplewood Strollers. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] 
Fall clean-up planned with East Orange on Nov. 1. Participants meet at City Hall at 9 a.m. for registration. Clean-up is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Supplies provided. 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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Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 5 in Irvington. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Irvington library. Free admission. From Irvington Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
"Meet and Mend" upcycling club meeting planned at Newark library on Nov. 5 at the Main Branch. Attendees will work on their projects from 4-7:30 p.m. Basic hand sewing supplies, two sewing machines, and assorted scrap fabric and references books will be provided. Registration is not required. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. […]
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East Orange plans food distribution for East Orange residents that receive SNAP benefits on Nov. 5. The distribution will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at East Orange Fire Department Firehouse #5, S. Clinton St. and Elmwood Ave. Walk up or drive up pickup is available. SNAP ID card and Valid ID is required. […]
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3 events,
Writing workshop and open mic night planned at Irvington library on Nov. 6. It is from 6-8 p.m. It meets monthly through February. Free admission. Registration is not required. From Irvington 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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"Understanding the Evaluation Process for Children with Developmental Delays" webinar planned with East Orange YMCA on Nov. 6. It is from 12-1 p.m. and will discuss early intervention processes, the benefits of early detection, and parents’ rights. Designed for parents of children ages 3 or younger. Registration is required. Free admission. From East Orange YMCA. […] |
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Stage production of "The Secret Adversary" planned with The Maplewood Strollers on Nov. 7-15. Showtimes are 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. at The Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […] 
First aid class planned at Newark library on Nov. 7 in the Main Branch. It begins at 1:30 p.m. and will discuss CPR, choking response, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, and bleeding control. Registration is required. Free admission. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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East Orange residents ages 18+ can register for the recreation department's dance academy. The program is from Nov. 7 to Jun. 18 at Columbian Park. Registration is required online or by phone. Enrollment is $100. From East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Free movie screening of "Cabrini" planned at West Orange library on Nov. 7. It is from 1-4 p.m. Registration is not required. From West 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's fall clean-up is rescheduled to Nov. 8. Participants meet at City Hall at 9 a.m. for registration. Clean-up is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Supplies provided. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Financial literacy session for adults and children planned at East Orange library on Nov. 8. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will discuss budgeting, saving, investing, and spending. Registration is closed, but people can still attend. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Free concert performance with Aloft Trio planned at Bloomfield library on Nov. 8. It is from 2-3 p.m. Registration is not required. From Bloomfield 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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Pet adoption event planned with Bloomfield Animal Shelter on Nov. 8. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lynne's Subaru, 379 Bloomfield Ave. Attendees should pre-apply online. All adoption fees are waived. From Bloomfield Animal Shelter. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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Haitian Kreyol story time for ages 3-7 planned at Montclair library's Main Branch on Nov. 9. It is from 3-3:30 p.m. Registration is not required. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Community food share planned with Mutual Oranges on Nov. 9 in Newark. The weekly food share meets Sundays from 12-1 p.m. at A Healing Sanctuary, 179 Broadway. Attendees are encouraged to bring food and take food home. Face masks are required. From Mutual Morris. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Cake pop baking session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Nov. 10. Participants will bake and decorate cake pops from 4-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Limited to the first 12 attendees. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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"Entrepreneurship Basics Workshop" planned with Columbia Bank and Housing and Neighborhood Development Services on Nov. 10 in Orange and online. It is from 6-7 p.m. at 15 S. Essex Ave. Attendees will learn how to choose a business type, create a business plan, and open a business account. Registration is required. From Housing and Neighborhood […]
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Children can read to a therapy dog at South Orange library's Baird Branch on Nov. 11. It is from 4-5 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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East Orange families can attend a webinar on Nov. 12 discussing resources at the library. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will be led by East Orange school district and East Orange library. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Free food distribution planned in East Orange on Nov. 12. It begins at 9 a.m. on South Clinton Street between Elmwood and Rhode Island Avenues. 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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"Alternate Device Fair" for parents and caregivers planned with Team Unscreen on Nov. 13 in South Orange. It will discuss phone alternatives for children from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Free admission. Registration is not required. From Gregory Elementary School Parent Teacher Association. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Book club meeting for adults planned at East Orange library on Nov. 13. Attendees will discuss "Possessing the Secret of Joy" by Alice Walker at 5 p.m. Register by email. 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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"Hats Off To Downtown Shopping Crawl" planned with South Orange Downtown on Nov. 14. It is from 5-8 p.m. There will be shopping deals, tastings, and restaurant specials. There will also be a best hat contest. RSVP online. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Maplewood library's book sale is on Nov. 14-15 and 17. The sale is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the library's Main Branch. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Book club meeting for adults planned at West Orange library on Nov. 14. Attendees will discuss "The Mighty Red" by Louise Erdrich from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration not required. From West 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 sale fundraiser benefitting South Orange library planned on Nov. 15-16. Jewelry pieces will be available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. at the Baird Center. From Friends of South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Free college essay writing workshop for planned at East Orange library on Nov. 15. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will discuss strategies for college admissions essay-writing. Registration is not required. Limited to first 12 attendees. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Water color painting workshop planned at Bloomfield library on Nov. 15. Attendees will paint a fall wreath from 2-3:30 p.m. Free admission. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Bloomfield 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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Puppet show about Leonardo Da Vinci planned at West Orange library on Nov. 15. It is from 2-3 p.m. Registration is not required. From West 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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Interactive story time for children discussing the Rahway Valley Railroad planned with Durand-Hedden House and Garden on Nov. 16 in Maplewood. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at 523 Ridgewood Rd. Free admission. Tickets are available online. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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College scholarship workshop planned at East Orange library on Nov. 17. High School Academic Support Program of NJ will lead the event from 4-6 p.m. Attendees will learn how to search for scholarships, organize their scholarship search, and how to write a scholarship essay. Registration is not required. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. […]
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Solidarity potluck planned with University of Orange on Nov. 17 in Orange. The potluck is from 6-8 p.m. at the HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish and a friend. Registration not required. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Drop-in crafting session for adults planned at West Orange library on Nov. 17. it is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Materials provided. From West 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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Youth in grades 6-12 can register for South Mountain YMCA's free entrepreneurial program, scheduled to start Nov. 18 in Maplewood. It meets Tuesday evenings through Feb. 10. It includes workshops, coaching, and real-world challenges. Registration required online. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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East Orange public schools will host a parent university launch event Nov. 18. It begins at 7 p.m. at the board of education building. There will be refreshments, live music, and prizes. It will discuss upcoming workshops available for parents. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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East Orange Chamber of Commerce meeting planned on Nov. 19 at East Orange library. It is from 6:30-8:30 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.
Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Nov. 19 in Caldwell. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Caldwell library to provide casework assistance, share resources, and answer questions. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […] |
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"Bad Art Night" for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Nov. 20. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Participants will receive a box of art supplies and attempt to recreate famous artwork. Limited to the first 10 attendees. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 21 in Irvington. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Irvington library. Free admission. From Irvington 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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Author talk with Kenneth Miles and Penda Howell planned with Source of Knowledge Bookstore on Nov. 21 in Newark. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 867 Broad St. Miles and Howell, publisher and CEO of NJ Urban News, will discuss media engagement, freedom of speech, and Black power. Miles will also sign his book, "From […]
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First-time home ownership workshop planned at East Orange library on Nov. 22. It is from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.a 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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"Etiquette Class and Tea Party" for ages 8-11 planned at East Orange library on Nov. 22. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 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.
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Thanksgiving turkey giveaway planned on Nov. 22 in East Orange. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. One turkey and one food box per family. First-come, first-served. ID reuqired. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Homework club meeting planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Nov. 24 in Newark. It is from 3-4:30 p.m. at 282 First Ave. Registration is required. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Book club meeting for adults planned virtually with East Orange library on Nov. 24. Attendees will discuss "Sula" by Toni Morrison at 5 p.m. Register by email. 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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4 events,
Silent reading club for adults planned at East Orange library on Nov. 25. Participants will meet and read quietly without distractions from 6-7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card 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.
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Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 25 in Orange. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orange library. Free admission. From Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free Thanksgiving turkey giveaway planned with People Over Politics on Nov. 25 in Orange. It is from 4-6 p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 229 Wallace St. From TAPinto East Orange/Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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3 events,
"Santa Parade of Classic Cars" planned with Bloomfield Cruisers on Nov. 29. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A map of the parade route is available online. From Bloomfield Cruisers. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
South Orange Downtown is offering "Downtown Dollar" coupons on Nov. 29, valid at participating businesses for use that day. Coupons are available from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Co-Lab, 57 S. Orange Ave. while supplies last. The coupon is $10 off purchases of at least $50. From South Orange Downtown. This information is […] |
2 events,
"Three Visions Art Exhibit" is on display at West Orange Arts Council through Nov. 30. Gallery hours are Sundays from 3-6 p.m. and by appointment. It shows works by Kathleen Heron, Bismarck Treminio, and Zitro. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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