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Pumpkin carving and story time planned at Glen Ridge library on Oct. 28. It is from 6:30-7 p.m. Registration is not required. From Glen Ridge 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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Halloween story time planned at Nutley library on Oct. 29. It begins at 10:30 a.m. There will be activities and a craft. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is not required. From Nutley 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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Montclair-area residents can participate in Montclair Bikery’s 2025 "turkey ride" supporting Human Needs Food Pantry on Nov. 23. Participants will pick up a frozen turkey from at King Food Markets and bike to 9 Label St. Registration is $20 to cover the cost of the turkey. The ride begins at 10 a.m. From Montclair Bikery. […] |
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Halloween Festival planned with West Orange police on Oct. 30. It is from 3:30-6 p.m. outside of Timothy Groves Police Substation, 92 Washington St. There will be pumpkins, music, candy, and face painting. Free admission. From West Orange Police Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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"Howl-o-Ween" trick-or-treating event planned by Turtle Back Zoo on Oct. 31 in West Orange. There will be candy and a "spooky" story time from 4-8 p.m. Registration is required. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Turtle Back Zoo. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Halloween dance party and costume contest planned with Out Montclair on Oct. 31. It is from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Porta Montclair, 499 Bloomfield Ave. Admission is $15. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Halloween celebration planned with SOMA Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 31 in Maplewood. It is from 3-5 p.m. There will be a costume parade, contest, and photo booth. From SOMA Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges seeks new and gently used coat donations through Oct. 31. Drop-off sites are located in West Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Short Hills, and Livingston. Locations are listed online. From Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […] |
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Día de Los Muertos celebration planned with Houss Freya Apothecary on Nov. 1 in Montclair. It is from 6-10 p.m. at 205 Glenridge Ave. There will be live music, traditional performances, and tarot readings. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Houss Freya. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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 […]
Montclair seeks food and monetary donations through Nov. 21. Donations of $30 can be sent online. Accepted donations include non-perishable food items, such as beans, pasta, peanut butter, oatmeal, and more. Items accepted at Montclair fire department headquarters and Station 2. Items and money will support SNAP recipients affected by the government shutdown. From Montclair […] |
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Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 5 in Irvington. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Irvington library. 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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Stage production of "The Secret Adversary" planned with The Maplewood Strollers on Nov. 7-15. Showtimes are 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. at The Burgdorff Cultural Center, 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 […] 
Free movie screening of "Cabrini" planned at West Orange library on Nov. 7. It is from 1-4 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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Financial literacy session for adults and children planned at East Orange library on Nov. 8. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will discuss budgeting, saving, investing, and spending. Registration is closed, but people can still attend. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Kick-off party of "The Little Show" art market planned with Ria X Gallery on Nov. 8 in Montclair. It is from 1-4 p.m. at 204 Bellevue Ave. The market is open through Dec. 31. From Ria X Gallery. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Free film screening of "SHE CRiED THAT DAY" planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Nov. 9. It is from 3-5 p.m. in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. A Q&A will follow. Registration is required. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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JESPY House trivia night fundraiser planned on Nov. 9 in South Orange. It is from 5-8 p.m. at Felina Steak, 101 South Orange Ave. Registration is $40 per person and includes dessert. Prizes available. Funds will support JESPY House and its programs for adults with disabilities. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as […]
Haitian Kreyol story time for ages 3-7 planned at Montclair library's Main Branch on Nov. 9. It is from 3-3:30 p.m. Registration is not required. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Community food share planned with Mutual Oranges on Nov. 9 in Newark. The weekly food share meets Sundays from 12-1 p.m. at A Healing Sanctuary, 179 Broadway. Attendees are encouraged to bring food and take food home. Face masks are required. From Mutual Morris. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Art gallery opening planned with Glen Ridge recreation on Nov. 9. It is from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Train Station. It will show work by Megan Giulianelli and Hannah Linke. From Glen Ridge Borough. 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 Club of Glen Ridge seeks coat donations for children through Nov. 10. Coats are accepted weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Cash donations are also accepted. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] 
"Entrepreneurship Basics Workshop" planned with Columbia Bank and Housing and Neighborhood Development Services on Nov. 10 in Orange and online. It is from 6-7 p.m. at 15 S. Essex Ave. Attendees will learn how to choose a business type, create a business plan, and open a business account. Registration is required. From Housing and Neighborhood […]
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GenWealth Group seeks gently used coat donations for adults and children starting Nov. 10 in Maplewood. Items are accepted weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 9 Inwood Pl. Donations accepted until Jan. 8. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
RecRoom, a co-working space, will hold its grand opening on Nov. 10 in Montclair. It is located at Lackawanna Station. The event is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and will include a wellness walk, massage, and beverages. Registration is not required. From RecRoom. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Children can read to a therapy dog at South Orange library's Baird Branch on Nov. 11. 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 […]
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West Orange recreation will meet on Nov. 12 to discuss its youth baseball program. It begins at 7:30 p.m. at West Orange High School Tarnoff Cafeteria. Coaches will discuss plans for the program and changes. Open to the public. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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"Alternate Device Fair" for parents and caregivers planned with Team Unscreen on Nov. 13 in South Orange. It will discuss phone alternatives for children from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Free admission. Registration is not required. From Gregory Elementary School Parent Teacher Association. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Book club meeting for adults planned at East Orange library on Nov. 13. Attendees will discuss "Possessing the Secret of Joy" by Alice Walker 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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Author talk with novelist Cleyvis Natera planned with Montclair library on Nov. 13 in the Main Branch. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. Natera will discuss "The Grand Paloma Resort." A Q&A will follow. Registration is required. Free admission. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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West Orange SEPAC will meet virtually on Nov. 13. It begins at 6:30 p.m. and Rokah, a local agency, will share information about services for adults with disabilities. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Registration is open for West Orange recreation's winter programs. Sports include basketball, track, wrestling, and volleyball. Registration available online. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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"Hats Off To Downtown Shopping Crawl" planned with South Orange Downtown on Nov. 14. It is from 5-8 p.m. There will be shopping deals, tastings, and restaurant specials. There will also be a best hat contest. RSVP online. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Book club meeting for adults planned at West Orange library on Nov. 14. Attendees will discuss "The Mighty Red" by Louise Erdrich 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 "The Arsonists" planned with West Orange High School on Nov. 14-15. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and available online for purchase. From West 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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Jewelry sale fundraiser benefitting South Orange library planned on Nov. 15-16. Jewelry pieces will be available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. at the Baird Center. From Friends of South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Free college essay writing workshop for planned at East Orange library on Nov. 15. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will discuss strategies for college admissions essay-writing. Registration is not required. Limited to first 12 attendees. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Water color painting workshop planned at Bloomfield library on Nov. 15. Attendees will paint a fall wreath from 2-3:30 p.m. Free admission. Registration is required. Library card not required. 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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Puppet show about Leonardo Da Vinci planned at West Orange library on Nov. 15. It is from 2-3 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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Film screening of "Brownsville Bred" planned with Latinos of Montclair on Nov. 15 in Montclair. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the film begins at 7 p.m. at The Clairidge, 486 Bloomfield Ave. A talkback with the director and cast members will follow. Admission is $25. Tickets are available online. From Latinos of Montclair. This […]
"The Last Waltz" concert fundraiser benefitting Toni’s Kitchen and Make The Road NJ planned at Montclair Art Museum on Nov. 15. The performances begins at 6:30 p.m. Funds will support Toni's Kitchen and Make The Road NJ. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Montclair Art Museum. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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Interactive story time for children discussing the Rahway Valley Railroad planned with Durand-Hedden House and Garden on Nov. 16 in Maplewood. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at 523 Ridgewood Rd. Free admission. Tickets are available online. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Solidarity potluck planned with University of Orange on Nov. 17 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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Drop-in crafting session for adults planned at West Orange library on Nov. 17. it is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Materials provided. 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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Youth in grades 6-12 can register for South Mountain YMCA's free entrepreneurial program, scheduled to start Nov. 18 in Maplewood. It meets Tuesday evenings through Feb. 10. It includes workshops, coaching, and real-world challenges. Registration required online. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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Stage production of "Natasha Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812" planned at Montclair State University on Nov. 19. It is from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Montclair State University. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange Chamber of Commerce meeting planned on Nov. 19 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.
Business expo planned with Suburban Essex Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 19 in Belleville. it is from 4-7 p.m. at the recreation building, 125 Franklin Ave. Free admission. From Suburban Essex Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Record club meeting planned with Glen Ridge recreation on Nov. 19. It begins at 7 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Train Station. Participants will discuss "Born To Run" by Bruce Springsteen. Free admission. From Glen Ridge Borough. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Youth can read to Montclair library’s therapy dog on Nov. 19 in the Main Branch. The event is from 4-5 p.m. Registration required. From Montclair 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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Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Nov. 19 in Caldwell. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Caldwell 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 with the […] |
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Thanksgiving luncheon planned with West Orange Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 20. It begins at 12 p.m. at the Wilshire Grand Hotel. Food pantry donations to Holy Trinity Food Pantry are encouraged. Tickets are available online for purchase. From West Orange Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
West Orange SEPAC support group meeting is scheduled for Nov. 20. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at the West Orange Elks, 424 Main St. Free bilingual books available. Registration is required by email. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […] |
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Free coffee meetup planned by Latinos of Montclair on Nov. 21 in Montclair. The event is from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Libélula Bakery and Kitchen, 5 N. Fullerton Ave. Preregistration is required. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Holiday Lights Spectacular" planned at Turtle Back Zoo starting Nov. 21 in West Orange. The zoo will be illuminated and there will be more than 50 winter- and holiday-themed characters. The event is free and from 5-9 p.m. Donations of non-perishable food, used winter coats, and new toys are suggested. From Turtle Back Zoo. This […]
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West Orange police seeks non-perishable food donations for a food drive on Nov. 22. The drive is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ShopRite, 1 Rooney Cir. From West Orange Police Department. 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 Nov. 24. Attendees will discuss "Sula" by Toni Morrison 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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Take-home turkey craft for children available at West Orange library on Nov. 24. Items are available for pick-up all day while supplies last. 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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Silent reading club for adults planned at East Orange library on Nov. 25. Participants will meet and read quietly without distractions from 6-7:30 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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Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 25 in Orange. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orange library. 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.
Free Thanksgiving turkey giveaway planned with People Over Politics on Nov. 25 in Orange. It is from 4-6 p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 229 Wallace St. 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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"Ashenfelter 8K Classic and the Tom Fleming 2K Run" fundraiser benefitting the Glen Ridge Educational Foundation planned on Nov. 27. It begins at 8:15 a.m. and 9 a.m. at Glen Ridge High School. Registration is required. From Ashenfelter 8K Classic. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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"West Orange Homecoming Reunion" planned on Nov. 28. It is from 7-11 p.m. at West Orange Elks Lodge, 424 Main St. There will be music and a cash bar. From West Orange Elks . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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South Orange Downtown is offering "Downtown Dollar" coupons on Nov. 29, valid at participating businesses for use that day. Coupons are available from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Co-Lab, 57 S. Orange Ave. while supplies last. The coupon is $10 off purchases of at least $50. From South Orange Downtown. This information is […]
"Winter Wonderland" small business event planned at The Wellmont Plaza on Nov. 29 in Montclair. It is from 12-4 p.m. at 5 Seymour St. There will be small business deals, live music, and family activities. From Montclair Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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"Three Visions Art Exhibit" is on display at West Orange Arts Council through Nov. 30. Gallery hours are Sundays from 3-6 p.m. and by appointment. It shows works by Kathleen Heron, Bismarck Treminio, and Zitro. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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