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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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"Twilight Saga LEGO House Build" for ages 12+ planned at West Orange library on Dec. 2. It is from 4-5 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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Free SAT preparation class for students in grades 11-12 planned on Dec. 2 at East Orange library. It is from 5-7 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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Holiday tree lighting planned at East Orange City Hall on Dec. 2. It is from 5-8 p.m. There will be photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and The Grinch. There will also be a toy voucher giveaway, hot chocolate, and cookies. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Financial planning workshop planned at Orange library on Dec. 3. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will discuss investing, taxes, and insurance. Led by Financial Planning Association of NJ and Seton Hall. Registration is required. Free admission. From Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Holiday party planned with Newark-NAACP on Dec. 4. It is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Chateau of Spain, 11 Franklin St. It is also an end-of-year meeting. Admission is $75 and includes dinner and a membership. From Newark NAACP. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] 
Mobile mammogram and pap smear screenings planned with East Orange health on Dec. 4. Screenings are from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Bowser Family Senior Center. Appointments accepted online. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free photos with Santa planned at Irvington library on Dec. 4. It is from 2:45-4:45 p.m. 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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4 events,
"Remembering Rosa: A Concert for Peace" planned by University of Orange on Dec. 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Heywood Avenue Elementary School’s auditorium. The free concert will include music and dance from Remembering Rosa Community Choir, Ebenezer Baptist Church Choir, Orange public school choirs, and the Steel Pan Ensemble of the Oranges. Free […]
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"Naughty or Nice Cabaret" planned with interACT Theatre Productions on Dec. 5-6 in Maplewood. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From interACT Theatre Productions. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Snickerdoodle cookie cooking class for youth in grades 6-12 planned at East Orange library on Dec. 5. Participants will make cookies from 4-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Limited to the first 15 attendees. 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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8 events,
Book sale planned at West Orange library on Dec. 6-7. It is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 6 and 12-4:30 p.m. on Dec. 7. From Friends of the West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
"Hometown Holiday Celebration" planned on Dec. 6 in South Orange. There will be free professional photos with Santa from 2-5 p.m. at 101 S. Orange Ave and a tree lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. at 75 S. Orange Ave. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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"Christmas with the King by ELVIStory" planned at Bloomfield library on Dec. 6. It is from 2-3 p.m. and will include a musical lecture. Free admission. 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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West Orange Downtown Alliance's holiday open house is scheduled for Dec. 6. There will be free photos with Santa, a holiday breakfast, gingerbread house activity, and more. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Washington Elementary School in West Orange. Registration is required. From West Orange Downtown Alliance. This information is accurate as […]
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Informational presentation on AIDS planned at East Orange library on Dec. 6. It is from 1-4 p.m. There will also be free HIV screenings available. 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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Zumba session planned at Orange library on Dec. 6. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free admission. 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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"Magic: The Gathering Commander" card game meet-up planned with Newark Table Top on Dec. 7 in Newark. It begins at 9 a.m. at Sweet Jeans Kitchen, 494 Broad St. From Newark Table Top. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Hot cocoa gift jar session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Dec. 8. Participants will layer and decorate their jars 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 […]
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Incoming students in grade 9 can attend an informational open house at STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges on Dec. 8. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. in South Orange. There will be a campus tour and information about the application process for 2026-27. Registration is required. From Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as […] |
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Children can read to a therapy dog at South Orange library’s Baird Branch on Dec. 9. It is from 4-5 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Registration is encouraged. 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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"Environmental Justice Community Engagement Session" for residents of Orange and East Orange planned with N.J. environmental protection on Dec. 9 virtually and in East Orange. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. at East Orange YMCA Turrell Gymnasium. Attendees will share concerns, ask questions, and learn about DEP resources. Interpretation is available in Spanish and Haitian Creole. […]
"Home-Buying 101" planned with Housing and Neighborhood Development Services on Dec. 9 in-person in Orange and online. It is from 6-7 p.m. at 15 S. Essex Ave. It will discuss down payment assistance programs, how to secure a mortgage, and more. Registration is required. Free admission. From Housing and Neighborhood Development Services. This information is […]
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"Trini Holiday Party" planned with University of Orange on Dec. 10 in Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at The HUUB, 25 Cleveland St. There will be a live DJ, performances from three community steel pan bands, and a potluck dinner. RSVP required. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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"Instant Decisions College Fair" planned at East Orange library on Dec. 10. It is from 4-8:15 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.
"Gift Wrapping Party" for adults planned at East Orange library on Dec. 10. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Supplies provided and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 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 […]
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South Orange library seeks food, hygiene, clothing, and first aid donations to support families affected by Hurricane Melissa. A list of accepted items is available online. Donations accepted through Dec. 10. From South 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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Artist reception with Lynne Breitfeller planned at West Orange library on Dec. 11. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. Breitfeller's work is on display at the library through Dec. 14. Free admission. 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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"Parent Resource Fair" planned at Irvington library on Dec. 11. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. There will be information about ways to support children and teenagers emotionally. 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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Holiday mixer and toy drive planned with East Orange on Dec. 11 in Short Hills. It begins at 5 p.m. at Par 440 Restaurant and Lounge, 440 Parsonage Hill Rd. There will be music and guest DJs. Attendees should bring a new gift donation for children ages 3-15. Donations will be distributed to East Orange […]
East Orange SEPAC winter social is scheduled for Dec. 11. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 199 4th Ave. 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.
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East Orange families with children up to age 3 can attend the school district's "Tumbles and Tales" event Dec. 11. It begins at 5:30 p.m. at 397–411 Central Ave. with East Orange school district. There will be free books, music, and food. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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Book club meeting for adults planned at West Orange library on Dec. 12. Attendees will discuss "Babel" by R.F. Kuang 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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Stage production of "City of Hope," a holiday musical, planned on Dec. 12-14 in Newark. Show times are 7 p.m., 6 p.m., and 5 p.m. at 695 Bergen St. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Newark City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Maplewood-area residents can enter in Durand-Hedden’s 2025 gingerbread house contest by Dec. 12. Gingerbread houses must be dropped off at 523 Ridgewood Rd. on Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participation is free and open to all ages. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […] |
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Stage production of "Joy Meets Girl" planned with Skyline Theater Company on Dec. 13-14 and Dec. 20-21 in Bloomfield. Showtimes are 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. at Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Skyline Theater Company. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
Oranges and Maplewood-NAACP's monthly meeting is scheduled for Dec. 13 in South Orange. It begins at 1 p.m. Admission is donations of socks or gloves. RSVP required. From Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Holiday vendor shop planned at The Woodland on Dec. 14 in Maplewood. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 60 Woodland Rd. There will be 60 vendors. Admission is free. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Solidarity potluck planned with University of Orange on Dec. 15 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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East Orange residents can attend a free training to become a certified home health aide starting Dec. 15. It meets at 90 Halsted St. in East Orange. Certified by the N.J. Board of Nursing. Register by phone or email. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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South Orange library's book club members will discuss title selections for 2026-27 during its Dec. 16 meeting. It is from 7-8 p.m. at 298 Walton Ave. 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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West Orange Chamber of Commerce's 2025 holiday mixer is scheduled for Dec. 16. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at McLoone's Boathouse, 9 Cherry Ln. in West Orange. Free admission for members, $20 for non-members. Tickets are available online. From West Orange Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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High school student athletes can attend a college admissions workshop on Dec. 17 at East Orange library. It is from 6:30-8:30 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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East Orange Chamber of Commerce meeting planned on Dec. 17 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.
"Gift Wrapping Party" for adults planned at East Orange library on Dec. 17. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Supplies provided and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 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 […]
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"Wilma and the Wingers" musical story time for children ages 3+ planned with South Orange library on Dec. 18. The story time is from 4-5 p.m. at the Baird Center. Registration required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Newark-area residents can attend a presentation discussing the history of Christmas carols on Dec. 18 at Newark library's Main Branch. It is from 2-3 p.m. Registration is recommended. Library card 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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Writing workshop and open mic night planned at Irvington library on Dec. 18. 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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East Orange residents who received a toy voucher can collect a free toy on Dec. 18. Distribution begins at 5 p.m. at City Hall. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"Christmas Spectacular" concert planned at Orange library on Dec. 18. it is from 1-4 p.m. 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.
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Cicely L. Tyson High School Choir will sing carols at East Orange City Hall on Dec. 19. It begins at 12 p.m. Free admission. 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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Assemblyman Michael Venezia seeks donations of non-perishable food items and new or lightly used winter coats by Dec. 19. Items accepted at locations in Belleville, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, and Nutley. Locations available online. From District 34 Assemblyman Michael Venezia. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
East Orange’s citywide "holiday caravan" is planned for Dec. 19. The parade begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall. 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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Parade celebrating East Orange Junior Jaguars 11U national championship win is scheduled for Dec. 20. It begins at 11 a.m. at 44 City Hall Plaza. A celebration rally will follow at 12 p.m. at Campus High School. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Intergenerational game night planned with Newark LGBTQ Community Center on Dec. 20. It is from 6-9 p.m. at 89 Market St. RSVP by phone. From Newark LGBTQ Community Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Community holiday celebration planned at The HUUB on Dec. 22 in Orange. It is from 5-8 p.m. at 35 Cleveland St. There will be food, free toys, and music. Registration is not required. Free admission. From The HUUB. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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"Caribbean Winter Vybz" planned at Newark Winter Village on Dec. 26. It is from 3-6 p.m. at Mulberry Street between Lafayette Street and Edison Place. There will be live music, photo opportunities, and a cultural igloo installation. Free admission. From The Newark Times. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Kwanzaa celebration planned with SOMA Justice on Dec. 27 in Maplewood. It is from 5-7 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. Free admission. Registration is required. From SOMA Justice. 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 Dec. 29. Attendees will discuss recently published fiction titles 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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Children can take home a paper roll penguin craft at West Orange library on Dec. 29. Crafts are available all day at the youth services department. Supplies are available on a first come, first served basis. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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East Orange's 2025 Kwanzaa celebration is scheduled for Dec. 29. It is from 5-7 p.m. at the Bowser Family Senior Center. 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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Science fiction book group meeting for adults planned with South Orange library on Jan. 3. It is from 1-2 p.m. at The Baird Community Center. Members will discuss "Early Riser" by Jasper Fforde. Registration required. Open to non-library cardholders. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Poetry jam planned with Qaalii's Cafe on Jan. 3 in Newark. It begins at 7 p.m. at 41 Halsey St. From Qaalii's Cafe. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Financial literacy lecture planned at Orange library on Jan. 3. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include information about retirement savings and mortgages. Register by phone or text. From 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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