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Nonprofits in Irvington can apply to the township's community development block grant until Apr. 28. Grant awardees can receive funding for social services and programming for youth, adults, and seniors. It is for the 2025-26 fiscal year. From Irvington Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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Game night for families planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Apr. 29 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Prizes available. Registration required. Free admission. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Apr. 30 in West Orange. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Orange 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 […] |
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Open mic event planned at Irvington library on May 1. The theme is focused on mental health. It is from 6-8 p.m. 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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Families can attend East Orange YMCA's "Healthy Kids Day" event on May 3. It is form 12-2 p.m. at 100 N. Arlington Ave. There will be games, information, employment opportunities, and snacks. Registration required. Free admission. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Free comic books available at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch on May 3. Comic books are distributed from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be workshops on graffiti lettering and drawing. No registration required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Irvington residents can recycle clothing and footwear on May 3 for National Textile Day. Items are accepted between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Irvington Town Hall. They must be clean, dry, and odorless. Accessories, luggage, stuffed animals, and toys are also accepted. From Irvington Township. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Free comic books available at Fortress of Solitude on May 3 in Newark. Comics will include franchises like Star Wars, Godzilla, Transformers, Mega Man, and Street Fighter. It is located at 53 University Ave. From Patch Newark. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Workshop for teachers of grades K-8 planned at Essex County Environmental Center on May 6 in Roseland. The "Project Wet" class is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes material about climate change to help teachers feel classroom-ready and confident. Certificates available at the end of the workshop. Free for educators in Newark, Belleville, […]
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FAFSA workshop for high school students and families planned with Rep. LaMonica McIver at Union High School on May 7. Attendees will receive application assistance and learn about financial aid options from 6:30-8 p.m. Open to non-Union students. Registration required. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Guided meditation for adults planned at East Orange library on May 8. It is from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Mats are not needed. Registration is required. Open to non-library cardholders. 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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"Books Now and Then" reading group meeting planned at Maplewood library on May 8 in the Hilton Branch. Members will discuss "Waiting for the Barbarians" by J.M. Coetzee at 6:30 p.m. Registration not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Mother's Day Carnival planned with Irvington from May 8-11. The carnival is located at 40th Street Park and open from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, 6-11 p.m. Friday, 4-11 p.m. Saturday, and 4-10 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. From Irvington Mayor Tony Vauss. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Quesadilla cooking class for youth in grades 6-12 planned at East Orange library on May 9. Participants will make quesadillas from 4-6 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 the […]
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University of Orange's annual Music City Festival for 2025 is scheduled on May 9-10. There will be performances from 3-7 p.m. at Sarrah's Cafe, 545 Central Ave. on May 9. Performances are from 1-6 p.m. at South Essex Avenue and Main Street on May 10. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of […]
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Healthcare enrollment assistance with NJ Citizen Action planned on May 12 at Irvington library. The free service is from 11 a.m. to 2 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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NAACP of the Oranges and Maplewood will hold a candidates forum for New Jersey's 28th District Assembly candidates on May 14. The forum will be from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Greater New Point Missionary Baptist Church in Irvington. Candidates Garnet Hall, Cleopatra Tucker, and Chigozie Onyema will be in attendance. The 28th District includes Irvington, Maplewood, […]
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Haitian flag raising and celebration planned by East Orange on May 16. The event starts at 5 p.m at City Hall Plaza. There will be food, music, and live entertainment. 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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Irvington residents can shred documents for free on May 17. Documents can be brought to the Municipal Building from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for shredding. 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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Book club meeting for adults planned at Irvington library on May 19. Attendees will discuss "Summer at Highland Beach" by Sunny Hostin at 5:30 p.m. Registration 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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Free tax preparation services, financial coaching, and housing counseling with NJ Citizen Action planned on May 19 at Irvington library. Available from 10 a.m. to 2 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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Essex County high school students can attend the county's 2025 youth summit planned on May 24 in Irvington. It is from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 1240 Clinton Ave. Attendees will discuss ways to improve health initiatives in the county. Lunch is provided and community service hours are given to attendees. Registration required by […] |
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Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on May 20 in East Orange. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City Hall Annex, 39 Kearney Ave., to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of […] |
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Essex County health is offering vaccines for eligible children on May 21 in Irvington. Vaccinations are from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the Bilal Beasley Community Center, 195 Augusta St. Available vaccines include Hepatitis A and B, flu, and others. Book an appointment by phone or email. Eligibility requirements available online. From Irvington Springfield Avenue Business Improvement […] |
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Film screening of "Here Today" planned with Oranges and Maplewood NAACP planned on May 22 in Maplewood. It begins at 6 p.m. at DeHart Community Center. A discussion on dementia and brain health will follow. Registration required. From Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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South Mountain YMCA's Duck Race is scheduled for May 26 in Maplewood. It is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Memorial Park. The race is a fundraiser that awards a local non-profit with up to $5,000 of the proceeds. Registration available online. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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Free fishing derby for youth under age 15 planned with Essex County parks on May 28 in Irvington. The event is from 5-7:30 p.m. at Irvington Park. Children are encouraged to bring their own fishing poles, bait, and chairs. There is no rain date. Prizes will be awarded. From Essex County Parks. This information is […]
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Virtual open house of East Orange YMCA’s summer camps planned on May 28. Attendees will meet camp directors, ask questions, and learn more about available programs from 7-8 p.m. Registration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Commercial and Residential Development Seminar planned with Irvington, Orange, and East Orange on May 28 in Irvington. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Parkway Office Campus, 50 Union Ave. Community leaders, investors, and local business owners are encouraged to attend to learn about trends in commercial and residential development in Irvington, Orange, and East Orange. […] |
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"Gospel in the City" opioid awareness event planned with East Orange on May 31. It is from 2-8 p.m. at Elmwood Park. There will be food trucks, community resources, and more. Free admission. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Free poetry reading with Peter Murphy, Joel Dias-Porter, Karen Z Duffy, and Moneeba Khan planned by South Orange on Jun. 1. The reading begins at 3 p.m. at The Baird Community Center, 5 Mead St. It is part of the Watershed Literary’s reading series. Admission is free. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate […]
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