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Free family game night planned by Maplewood library on Jan. 27 in the Hilton Branch. The drop-in event is from 6-7:30 p.m. for families with children age 5+. From Maplewood 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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Fair housing workshop planned by NJ Citizen Action on Jan. 27 in Irvington. The workshop begins at 5 p.m. at Irvington library. Attendees will learn how to protect themselves against housing discrimination and their constitutional rights under the Fair Housing Act. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Free maternal health workshop planned by La Casa de Don Pedro on Jan. 29 in Newark. It is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 23 Broadway and will discuss the importance of proper prenatal care. Registration is required. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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"Bowl and Build" networking event planned by United Way of Greater Newark's Young Professionals Network on Jan. 30 in Belleville. It is from 6:30-9 p.m. at Bowlero Belleville, 679 Washington Ave. Admission is $50. Attendees must be 21+. From United Way of Greater Newark. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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Free self-defense class for women planned by Irvington on Jan. 31. It is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Chris Gatling Recreation Center. On-site registration available. Open to all ages. From Irvington Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Small Black-owned businesses can apply to vend at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School's pop-up shop, scheduled for Feb. 8 in Orange. It is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Applications available online. From Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Free conversation with drummer Bernard "Pretty" Purdie planned by Newark library on Feb. 1 in the Main Branch. It is from 1-4 p.m. and marks the opening event to Newark library's 2025 Black History Month celebration. Tickets available online. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Sensory-friendly screening of "Dog Man" planned by Nassan's Place on Feb. 1 in Newark. The movie begins at 9:30 a.m. at CityPlex12, 360-394 Springfield Ave. Admission is $12 and includes movie ticket, popcorn, drink, and fruit snack. Online registration is required. From Nassan's Place. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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Financial literacy session planned by Newark School of Data Science and Information Technology on Feb. 4. It will discuss budgeting, investing, taxes, passive income, and college savings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Attendees are entered for a chance to win a laptop. Registration is required. From Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology. This information is […]
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Chess group meeting for youth planned by Maplewood library on Feb. 5 in the Hilton Branch. The group is designed for students in grades 6-12 and all skill levels. It will meet from 5-6 p.m. Registration is recommended. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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Free jazz performance by Vinnie Cutro and Mitch Schechter planned by East Orange library on Feb. 5. Cutro will play the trumpet and Schechter will play the piano to sample music from Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. The performance is from 7-8:30 p.m. Registration is required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate […]
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Story time for babies planned by Maplewood library on Feb. 6 in the Hilton Branch. There will be movement and stories from 10:30-10:50 a.m. Registration is not required. From Maplewood 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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Poetry open mic planned by Irvington library on Feb. 6. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. 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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Youth can learn about Black innovators who contributed to gaming history on Feb. 7 at Newark library's Weequahic Branch. Attendees will play games and learn about Alice “Wonderwoman” Washington, Jerry Lawson, Ed Smith, and Muriel Tramis from 3:30-5 p.m. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Financial literacy workshop on budgeting planned by Ironbound Community Corporation on Feb. 8 in Newark. A representative from Chase Bank will lead the workshop at 10 a.m. at 432 Lafayette St. It will discuss strategies for budgeting, paying debts, and building strong financial habits. Registration is required. From Ironbound Community Corporation. This information is accurate […]
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Screening of "Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes" and discussion planned by Newark library on Feb. 8 in the Main Branch. A reception begins at 1 p.m. and the film begins at 1:30 p.m. It is part of the library's Black History Month celebration series. Free tickets are available online. From Newark Public Library. This […]
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Free expungement clinic planned by Ironbound Community Corporation on Feb. 8 in Newark. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Krueger-Scott Mansion, 601 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Doors close at 1:30 p.m. Online registration is required. From Ironbound Community Corporation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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"Black Excellence: A Pop-Up Shop" planned by Orange school district on Feb. 8. Small Black-owned businesses will sell their work from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School. From 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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Social emotional learning and self-care workshop planned at Newark library on Feb. 11 in the Main Branch. Attendees will learn tools to use when navigating personal and professional challenges at 6 p.m. Registration is required. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Free immigration legal clinic planned by Newark on Feb. 11. Clinic will focus on constitutional rights for immigrants from 6-8 p.m. at Good Neighbor Baptist Church. From Newark City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Books Now and Then" reading group meeting and author visit planned by Maplewood library on Feb. 13 in the Hilton Branch. Members will discuss "Coleman Hill" by Kim Coleman Foote at 6:30 p.m. Foote will join the group for a discussion. Registration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when […]
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"History and Future of Black Political Influence in Newark and Beyond" planned by Ironbound Community Corporation on Feb. 13 in Newark. The free event, scheduled from 5-7 p.m. at Newark library's Main Branch, will feature a panel discussion on historical milestones, local movements, and contemporary leadership. Registration is required. From Newark Public Library. This information […]
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Lunar New Year-inspired scavenger hunt for children planned by Maplewood library starting Jan. 25 in the Hilton Branch. Participants must find all 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac to win a sticker. The scavenger hunt ends Feb. 15. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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East Orange-area residents ages 7-14 can register for the recreation department's cheerleading program starting Feb. 18. Participants will meet from 5-8 p.m. at Langston Hughes School in East Orange through Apr. 19. Admission is $35 for East Orange residents and $45 for non-residents. Registration available online. From East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information […]
Parent appreciation lunch for families planned by Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Feb. 18 in Irvington. The free lunch is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. Registration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as […]
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Chess group meeting for youth planned by Maplewood library on Feb. 19 in the Hilton Branch. The group is designed for students in grades 6-12 and all skill levels. It will meet from 5-6 p.m. Registration is recommended. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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"The Forgotten History of African American Baseball" talk planned on Feb. 19 at East Orange library. It will feature information about key baseball players, teams, and moments that helped shape civil rights. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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Maplewood recreation is offering a trip to the Paper Mill Playhouse on Feb. 20 in Millburn for the musical production of "Mystic Pizza." The bus leaves from DeHart Community Center at 11 a.m., the show begins at 1:30 p.m., and attendees will return to Maplewood by 4 p.m. Open to non-Maplewood residents. Admission is $59. […]
Free author talk with Aja Evans planned by Words Bookstore on Feb. 20 in Maplewood. Evans will discuss “Feel-Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being" at 7:30 p.m. at 179 Maplewood Ave. From Words Maplewood. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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Black History Month celebration planned by Irvington library on Feb. 22. The free event is from 2:30-4 p.m. Local poets will perform a tribute to Nikki Giovanni, an author and poet who died December 2024. Registration is not required. From Irvington Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Free screening of "Eight Centuries of Muslims in America" planned at East Orange library on Feb. 22. It is from 1-4 p.m. Popcorn and snacks will be served. 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 […]
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Book club meeting planned by Irvington library on Feb. 24. Members will discuss "The American Daughters" by Maurice Carlos Ruffin at 5:30 p.m. 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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Parent Advisory Community meeting planned by Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Feb. 24 in Irvington. Attendees can share recommendations for programs, discuss upcoming events their organization is hosting, and network with others. It is from 3-4 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. Registration is required. From Partnership […]
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ February 2025 Black History Arts and Crafts
Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ February 2025 Black History Arts and Crafts
Arts and crafts session for families focused on Black history planned by Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Feb. 25 in Irvington. The free event is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. Registration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This […]
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Essex County health is offering vaccines for children on Feb. 26 in Irvington. Vaccinations are from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the Bilal Beasley Community Center in Irvington Park. Available vaccines are recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. They include vaccines for COVID, Hepatitis A and B, Influenza, and more. Book an appointment by phone […]
Youth can attend a workshop discussing ways to intervene negative thoughts at Irvington library on Feb. 26. David's Shoes, nonprofit focused on reducing teen violence, will lead the free event from 3-4 p.m. First 10 people who register will receive a gift card. Refreshments will be served. From Odo Achievement Center. This information is accurate […]
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Free immigration legal clinic planned by Newark on Feb. 27. Clinic will focus on constitutional rights and resources for immigrants at 6 p.m. at Ahavas Sholom, 145 Broadway. From Newark 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 workshop on early childhood literacy for parents and caregivers of children ages 0-3 planned by Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Feb. 27 in Irvington. The workshop is from 4-5 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. It will include uses of notebooks, flashcards, board books, puzzles, and […]
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Bingo night and coat giveaway for families planned by East Orange YMCA on Mar. 1. It is from 3-5 p.m. at 159 North Munn Ave. in Irvington. Children must be present to receive coats. First-come, first-served. Registration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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