Youth can participate in East Orange library's Black History Month trivia from Feb. 2-28. There will be a new question each day. Prizes 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.
Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Feb. 24 in Hillside. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hillside Senior Center to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
People can attend Maplewood library's financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Feb. 24. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. It is free and led by financial advisor Gary Jones. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Landlord-tenant seminar planned at East Orange library on Feb. 24. It is from 6-8 p.m. Led by N.J. Superior Courts Essex Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Children in grades 1-7 can attend a free cooking class at East Orange library on Feb. 24. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and will explore cooking basics with simple recipes and hands-on activities. Free admission. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Community Business Academy information session planned with Rising Tide Capital on Feb. 24 at Newark library's Main Branch. CBA is a 12-week course that includes business planning, fundamentals, and management. The information session is from 6-7:30 p.m. Register online. Free admission. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Book club meeting for youth in grades 7-10 planned with South Orange library on Feb. 26. Attendees will discuss "Yes, No, Maybe So" by Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Baird Center. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when […]
East Orange-area youth can attend "Science Saturdays" at East Orange library on Feb. 28. It begins at 1 p.m. Attendees will learn and explore science projects. 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 […]
Community Iftar planned with University of Orange on Mar. 9. It is from 6-8 p.m. at the HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Free admission. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Rep. LaMonica McIver seeks community input on project funding ideas that benefit N.J.'s 10th congressional district. That includes East Orange, Irvington, Orange, Newark, Montclair, and West Orange. People can submit funding requests online by Mar. 9. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Children can read to a therapy dog at South Orange library’s Baird Branch on Mar. 10. 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 […]
Family game night planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Mar. 10 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. There will be board and card games. Registration is required. Free admission. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as […]
Birth Justice Institute, an organization focused on equity and justice in maternal healthcare, seeks community feedback on ways to improve birth justice on Mar. 11 in Irvington. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Attendees will also learn about the organization's mission, values, and purpose. Registration is required. Free admission. From Partnership for […]
Stage production of "Private Lives" planned with Maplewood division of arts and culture starting Mar. 12. Performances run through Mar. 22 at Burgdorff Theater, 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 event coordinator […]
LEGO session for ages 2+ and adults planned at Maplewood library on Mar. 12 in the Hilton Branch. It is from 4-6 p.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.
Seniors can attend an eight-week 3D art workshop at Newark library's starting on Mar. 16 in the Main Branch. It meets Mondays from 1-3 p.m. through May 4. Participants will use air-dry clay and acrylics to paint their favorite foods. Registration is required. Free admission. Library card not required. From Newark Public Library. This information […]
Early childhood literacy presentation planned with Unity Family Success Center virtually on Mar. 16. It begins at 3 p.m. and will discuss school readiness and childhood development. Designed for Essex County residents with children up to age 3 or pregnant people. Free admission. Registration is required. From Unity Family Success Center. This information is accurate […]
DIY slime session for families planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Mar. 17 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Free admission. Registration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Free heart health screenings planned with RWJBarnabas Health on Mar. 17 in Orange. Screenings will take place at Cleveland Street School. Appointments can be booked online. From Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
DIY paper lantern session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Mar. 20. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Limited to the first 12 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 […]
Free item repair service planned with Montclair Area Solidarity Network on Mar. 21 in Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the HUUB, 35-47 Cleveland St. Volunteers will mend clothes, fix bikes, and repair other items. Registration is required. From Montclair Area Solidarity Network. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Book club meeting for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Mar. 23. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Attendees will discuss "Paper Girls, Volume 1," a graphic novel by Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Parent advisory council meeting planned with partnership for maternal and child health on Mar. 23 in Irvington. The event, scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., will give participants the chance to share recommendations for future programs, discuss upcoming events, and network with community organizations. The event will be held at Unity Family Success Center, […]
Free book fair planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Mar. 24 in Irvington. The event is scheduled for 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center of Irvington, 50 Union Ave. Open to all ages, preregistration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information […]
Young chef's cooking class planned with East Orange library on Mar. 24. The event is for students in grades 1-7, and will explore beginner cooking techniques and skills. The program is from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at East Orange library. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Mar. 24 in West Orange. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 1np.m. at West Orange Public Library, 10 Rooney Cir., to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions. From Rep. LaMonica McIver. This information is accurate as of […]
"Navigating College Admissions Successfully" webinar for families planned with Maplewood library on Mar. 25. Stand Out for College, a college-readiness service, will discuss college admissions trends and admissions strategies at 7:30 p.m. Preregistration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
People can learn about birth and reproductive justice with Birth Justice Institute, an organization focused on equity and justice in maternal healthcare, on Mar. 25 in Irvington. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Free admission. Registration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate […]
Story time celebrating women in local government planned for children on Mar. 26 at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch. It is from 4-4:45 p.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.
Documentary screening of "The Librarians" planned at Maplewood library's Main Branch on Mar. 27. It begins at 7 p.m. A discussion will follow. Free admission. Registration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
People can attend Newark Culture Club's independent film event on Mar. 27. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. and will screen "Brick City Renaissance," "The Ironbound Vampire," and "5 Ways I Didn't Marry You." Directors will be present. Admission is $15. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Newark Culture Club. This information is accurate as […]
Story time for children planned on Mar. 28 at East Orange library. It is from 12-1 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.
Youth can attend "Science Saturday" at East Orange library on Mar. 28. It is from 1-2 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.
People can attend a talk discussing ways to care for heirlooms and collections with Durand-Hedden House on Mar. 29 in Maplewood. It begins at 1 p.m. at 523 Ridgewood Rd. Free admission. Registration is required. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Children can attend East Orange YMCA's spring break camp, scheduled for Apr. 6-10. Registration is available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
People can attend Maplewood library’s financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Mar. 31. It is from 5:30-7 p.m. It is free and led by a local financial advisor. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Essex County residents can register for free English Second Language classes through Mar. 31. It meets Tuesdays starting Apr. 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 Jun. 6. From Irvington Public Library. This information […]
Children ages 3-13 can register for East Orange YMCA's summer camp. The day camp includes swimming, crafts, trips, and more. Registration is available online. From East Orange YMCA. 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 Apr. 1 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. […]
Open mic workshop planned at Irvington library on Apr. 2. 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.
Tickets available for South Orange Downtown’s "Food Stroll," planned for Apr. 19. The event, scheduled from 12-4 p.m., will feature access to restaurants, shopping deals, and drink specials. A complete list of participating businesses available online. Admission is by wristband purchase. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Community baby shower planned with Irvington on Apr. 15. It is from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chris Gatling Recreation Center. There will be free resources for parenthood, postpartum, and more. There will also be diapers. Registration is required and must be completed by Apr. 5. From Irvington Township. This information is accurate as […]