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Fiction book club for adults planned virtually with East Orange library on Sep. 29. It is from 5-6 p.m. Attendees will discuss their favorite books of the year, current reads, and what they look forward to reading. Registration is required by email. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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Essex County residents can register for free English Second Language classes through Sep. 30. It meets Tuesdays starting Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 4-6 p.m. at Irvington library. Document showing proof of ID and address required. Registration is available online. The program ends Jan. 27. From Irvington Public Library. This information […] 
Silent reading club for adults planned at East Orange library on Sep. 30. Participants will meet and read quietly without distractions from 6-8:30 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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“Meet and Mend” upcycling club meeting planned at Newark library on Oct. 1 in 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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Free, non-alcoholic paint and sip afternoon for adults planned by East Orange library on Oct. 1. There will be paints, juice, and light refreshments available from 6-7:30 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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"Women's Meeting" planned virtually with Rep. LaMonica McIver on Oct. 1. It is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and will discuss reproductive healthcare, women's leadership, and family planning resources. Registration is required online. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. 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 Oct. 2 at East Orange library. It is form 6-7 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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Arroz con gandules cooking class for youth in grades 6-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct 3. Participants will make arroz con gandules 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 […]
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"Autumnal Abundance Meditation" planned with Maplewood recreation on Oct. 4. The four-part class will include meditation and sound baths. Enrollment is $103. No residency requirement. Registration is available online. From Maplewood Recreation Division. 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 Oct. 9 in the Main Branch. Members will discuss "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith 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 latest details.
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Movie screening of "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Oct. 10. It is from 8-11 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online. Door prizes available for best Priscilla-inspired costumes. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information […]
National Coming Out Day celebration planned on Oct. 10 in Maplewood. It is from 4-6 p.m. at Maplewood Town Hall. There will be food, music, children's activities, and a Pride flag raising. Free admission. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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"Breast Cancer Walk" planned with Irvington on Oct. 11. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m. at Irvington City Hall. Online waivers must be signed before participating. 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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Pumpkin painting planned during Maplewood's farmers market on Oct. 13. It is from 2-4 p.m. at 1662 Springfield Ave. People can take home a pumpkin after purchasing an item from a vendor. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Clay sculpting session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 14. It is from 4-5:30 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-area residents can share ideas for improving road safety during a virtual meeting on Oct. 15. Essex County public works will lead the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Feedback will help shape the city's Safe Streets for All Action Plan, which aims to improve safety for pedestrians, transit riders, drivers, and bicyclists. There will be […] |
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Guided meditation session for ages 16+ planned with Maplewood recreation on Oct. 16. It is from 7-8 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. Admission is $17. Maplewood residency not required. Registration available online. From Maplewood Recreation Division. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Food truck and craft beer festival planned with South Orange on Oct. 17. The event is from 5-9:30 p.m. at Irvington Avenue. There will be food trucks, live music, and a beer garden. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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Irvington residents can shred documents for free on Oct. 18. 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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Free SAT preparation class for students in grades 11-12 planned on Oct. 18 at East Orange library. It is form 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.
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Family history research planned at East Orange library on Oct. 20. It is from 4-5:15 p.m. Participants will research their family history using genealogical records. Free admission. 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 […]
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Pumpkin painting session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 20. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Limited to the first 10 attendees. Registration is not required. Free admission. 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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Book club meeting planned at Irvington library on Oct. 20. Attendees will discuss "The Twelve Tribes of Hattie" by Ayana Mathis at 5:30 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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Cooking class for families planned at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch on Oct. 21. it is from 6-7 p.m. Attendees will make sweet potato waffles. Ingredients provided. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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LGBTQ+ book club meeting for adults and youth planned at Newark library’s Main Branch on Oct. 22. Attendees will discuss "The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde" by Alexis Pauline Gumbst from 6-8 p.m. Registration required. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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La Casa de Don Pedro’s North Ward farmers market is open Oct. 23 in Newark. It is from 4-7 p.m. at 43 Broadway. There will be produce, social services, health resources, giveaways, and activities for children. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Free SAT preparation class for students in grades 11-12 planned on Oct. 23 at East Orange library. It is from 4:30-6 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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Community cat workshop planned with CPAW NJ on Oct. 23 in Irvington. It begins at 7 p.m. at Irvington library. Attendees will learn about trap-neuter-return and best practices among caregivers. Registration is not required. From CPAW NJ - Communities Promoting Animal Welfare NJ. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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"The Fine Line: Managing Sibling Conflict While Keeping Parental Harmony" workshop planned virtually with East Orange YMCA on Oct. 23. It is from 12-1 p.m. Attendees will learn communication strategies to assist in managing sibling conflicts. Registration is required. Free admission. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Miso soup cooking class for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct 24. Participants will make miso soup 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 […]
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"Newark Ghost Tour" planned with Have You Met Newark Tours on Oct. 24. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. at Newark Local Beer, 538 Broad St. Attendees will tour Newark and learn about its history, including art, food, and current architecture. Registration is required. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Have You Met Newark Tours. […] |
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Art and music reception with Louis Toledo and Lisa Lackey planned on Oct. 25 at Maplewood library's Main Branch. It is from 1-2 p.m. and will show works by Toledo and Lackey. Live music will be performed by Tarquin Learned and the Half Stuffed Brothers. Free admission. Registration is not required. From Maplewood Public Library. […]
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"Spooky Spiotta" planned on Oct. 26 in South Orange. It is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Spiotta Park. Attendees are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. There will be activities for children. Free admission. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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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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Parent Advisory Community meeting planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Oct. 29 in Irvington. Attendees can share recommendations for programs, discuss upcoming events their organization is hosting, and network with others. It is from 4-5 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. Registration is required. From Partnership […] |
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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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Free candy for children available on Oct. 31 at Irvington Town Hall. Bags are available from 5-8 p.m. 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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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 […] |
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