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5 events,
Stage production of "Hold These Truths" planned at Luna Stage starting Sep. 24. Performances run through Oct. 18 at 555 Valley Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Luna Stage. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
People can learn to interpret tarot on Sep. 28 at Glen Ridge library. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card 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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Meditation session planned with Out Montclair on Sep. 28 in Montclair. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. at Union Congregational Church. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Maplewood library seeks donations for its arts and crafts supply swap. Items are accepted from Sep. 28 to Oct. 5. A list of accepted items is available online. The swap is scheduled for Oct. 13. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] 
Adults can attend introductory improv and acting classes at N.J. School of Dramatic Arts in Montclair, scheduled to start Oct. 27 and Oct. 28. Both courses run for six weeks and are held at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Registration is available online. From New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts. This information is accurate as of […] |
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"Magic Carpet" children's club session planned at East Orange Family Success Center on Sep. 29. It is from 12-1:30 p.m. at 132 S. Harrison St. The program is meant to help children read, imagine, and create. Free admission. Registration is required. From East Orange Family Success Center. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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Sports conditioning for children in grades 3-6 planned with West Orange recreation starting Oct. 19. It meets Mondays from 6-7 p.m. at Kelly Elementary School until Nov. 23. 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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Local N.J. farmers markets can be nominated for America's Farmers Market Celebration Award. Markets that receive the most votes are eligible to win cash award that help fund the market season. Markets in Nutley, South Orange, West Orange, and Newark are eligible. Voting closes Sep. 30. From American Farmland Trust. This information is accurate as […]
West Orange High School students can earn volunteer hours through the township's library. Interested students must attend the library's Teen Advisory Group meetings. The next meeting is on Sep. 30 at 6:30 p.m. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Job search workshop planned with AARP Foundation on Sep. 30 in West Orange. It is from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at West Orange library. Attendees will learn how to prepare for interviews and strengthen their resumes. Registration is available online. From AARP Foundation. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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"Inventors Club" for children planned with West Orange recreation starting Oct. 1. It meets weekly through Nov. 12. Participants will explore STEM activities. Enrollment fee is $165. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Manhattan Short Film Festival screenings planned at West Orange library from Oct. 1-2 and Oct. 4. There will be 10 short films playing Oct. 1 at 6 p.m., Oct. 2 at 1 p.m., and Oct. 4 at 1:30 p.m. From West Orange Patch. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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"Discover Herbalism" planned with Montclair Community Farms on Oct. 1. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. at 108 Orange Rd. It will discuss medicinal herbs and wellness. Enrollment is $25. Registration is available online. From Montclair Community Farms. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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"Delightfully Strange" art exhibit is open for viewing through Nov. 1 in Maplewood. Hosted by The Art Generators Gallery at 14 Newark Way. It shows work by 55 artists. Open Thursdays through Sundays from 4:30-8:30 p.m. From The Art Generators. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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Black History 101 Mobile Museum will be at DeHart Community Center on Oct. 3-4 in Maplewood. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It includes a collection of documents signed by Martin Luther King Jr., Angela Davis, Carter G. Woodson, Mary Mcleod Bethune, and more. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This […]
Pink Out of the Oranges Breast Cancer Walk planned on Oct. 3 in East Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Elmwood Park. Registration and fees available online. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
"Period Party: A Menstruation Celebration" planned with Montclair library on Oct. 3. The event is for ages 7-13 at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. The event will focus on joy and reducing stigma around menstruation. Light refreshments will be served. People can join a waiting list for a chance to attend. From Montclair Public Library. […]
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"Elktoberfest" planned with South Orange Elks on Oct. 3. It is from 1-6 p.m. at 220 Prospect St. There will be a bounce house, ice cream truck, axe throwing, and more. Children ages 12 and younger enter for free. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Elks. This information is accurate as of […]
Maplewood Avenue will be closed to traffic on Oct. 3 between Inwood and Highland Place for "Summer Streets" pedestrian plaza. There will be vendors, live music, and more from 5-9 p.m. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Rosedale Cemetery walking tour planned with Montclair History Center on Oct. 4. The guided tour, scheduled from 1:30-3:30 p.m., is about two miles long. Attendees will learn about the history of the cemetery, grave imagery, and the people buried there. Tickets available online. From Montclair History Center. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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Essay-writing support for adults and youth in grades 7+ planned at Orange library on Oct. 6. It is from 5-7 p.m. Registration is not required. From 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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"Get Out The Vote: Mail-In Ballot Party" planned with AAPI-N.J. on Oct. 7 in Montclair. Attendees will complete their ballots and place them in an Essex County secure drop box. The event is from 12-1 p.m. at The Hub, 60 S. Fullerton Ave. Registration is required. From AAPI New Jersey. This information is accurate as […]
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People can apply to University of Orange's steel band fall classes, scheduled to start Oct. 13. It is designed for youth ages 10-18 and adults ages 18+. Classes are pay-what-you-can and run through Dec. 8. Applications are available online. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] |
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Fashion show planned with JESPY House on Oct. 8 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Spiotta Park. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Adults can learn how to grow mushrooms in their backyard in a Montclair Community Farms class, scheduled for Oct. 8. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. Enrollment is $35 and tickets are available online for purchase. From Montclair Community Farms. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Author talk with Ben Passmore planned with South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race on Oct. 8 in Maplewood. Passmore will discuss "Black Arms to Hold You Up, A History of Black Resistance" from 7-9 p.m. at Columbia High School. Register by emailing schoolinfo@somadultschool.org. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This information is accurate as […]
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Bloomfield Arts Crawl planned with Sanctuary On The Green on Oct. 9-10. It is from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 9, and until 7 p.m. on Oct. 10. A map of art exhibits is available online. Free admission. From Sanctuary On The Green . This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Bloomfield Harvest Fest is scheduled for Oct. 10. It is from 12-6 p.m. at Washington Street and Glenwood Avenue. There will be food, vendors, and live music. Rain date is Oct. 11. From Bloomfield Center Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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"Pokeween" planned with East Side Mags on Oct. 10 in Montclair. It is from 3-6 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Ste 102. Participants will trade and play with Pokemon cards. Free admission. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. From East Side Mags. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Cookbook swap and food tasting planned with Montclair library on Oct. 10 at the Main Branch. It is from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not 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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Yarn drop-in session planned with Montclair Cultural Arts Advisory on Oct. 10. It is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Sankofa Cafe, 319 Orange Rd. From Montclair Cultural Arts Advisory. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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West Orange residents with learning and developmental disabilities can sign up for West Orange recreation’s basketball program, scheduled to start Oct. 11. It meets Sundays through Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at West Orange High School. Enrollment is $85. Register online. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of […] |
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Guided bird walk planned with University of Orange on Oct. 12. It is from 4:30-6 p.m. at the McLoone’s Boathouse parking lot, 9 Cherry Ln. in West Orange. Free admission. Registration is required. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Drop-in writing support session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 13. It is from 6:30-8 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.
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Arts and crafts supply swap planned at Maplewood library on Oct. 13 at the Main Branch. It is from 6-7:45 p.m. Attendees must bring their own bags. 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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Creative In Common Art Club meeting planned with South Orange Downtown on Oct. 14. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 86 Sloan St. Guest speaker is Nick vs Art World. RSVP required. Free admission. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Creative art program for youth planned with West Orange recreation on Oct. 14. It meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Stagg Field House through Nov. 18. Enrollment is $155. 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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"Bingo in the Ballroom" for ages 21+ planned with the Women’s Club of Glen Ridge and the Kiwanis Club of Glen Ridge on Oct. 15. There are $700 in gift cards and cash prizes. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $40 at the door. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This information is accurate […] |
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Free outdoor movie screening of "Coco" planned in Bloomfield on Oct. 16. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Felton Field. From Bloomfield Township. 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 Oct. 16. It is from 5-8 p.m. starting at The Co-Lab, 57 S Orange Ave. There will be shopping deals, tastings, and restaurant specials. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Black beans cooking class for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 16. It is from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Limited to the first 12 attendees. 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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"ConserVISION: Bringing Conservation Into Focus" planned at Turtle Back Zoo on Oct. 17 in West Orange. It is from 4-6 p.m. Attendees will learn about local conservation, meet representatives from conservation organizations, and more. Admission is $15, free for children ages 2 and younger. From Essex County 4-H. This information is accurate as of when […]
Free figure drawing class for ages 12+ planned with University of Orange on Oct. 17. It is from 2-3:30 p.m. at The HUUB, 35-47 Cleveland St. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Watercolor workshop for ages 5-12 planned at West Orange library on Oct. 18. It begins at 2 p.m. Paintings are Fall-themed. Registration is 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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Fermentation workshop planned with East Orange Family Success Center on Oct. 19. It begins at 2 p.m. at 132 South Harrison St. From East Orange Family Success Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free movie screening of "Insidious: Chapter 2" planned at East Orange library on Oct. 20. It is from 3:30-6 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.
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Fraud awareness seminar planned at Glen Ridge library on Oct. 21. It begins at 6 p.m. and will discuss ways to protect against identify theft, phishing, bank fraud, and credit card fraud. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Glen Ridge Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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East Orange Chamber of Commerce meeting planned on Oct. 21 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.
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"Using AI Tools to Simplify Life" presentation planned Oct. 21 at Maplewood library's Main Branch. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. Free admission. 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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Three candidates running for West Orange school board will participate in a meet and greet planned with West Orange SEPAC on Oct. 22. Candidates will be available from 6-8 p.m. at West Orange library. Questions for candidates can be sent in advance by emailing WOSEPAC@gmail.com. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information […]
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Families can learn about how to identify anxiety symptoms in their children on Oct. 22 at South Orange library's Baird Branch. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. From South 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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Board game afternoon for children in grades K-5 planned by West Orange library on Oct. 23. Several board game options are available at 4 p.m. 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 "Secret Cities" planned with Luna Stage on Oct. 23-26 in West Orange. Showtimes are 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are available online. From Luna Stage. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Trick-or-treat bag decorating session planned at Montclair library on Oct. 23 in the Main Branch. It begins at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not 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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Free outdoor movie screening of "Coco" planned in Bloomfield on Oct. 23. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Felton Field. From Bloomfield Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Cosplay Karaoke" planned with East Side Mags on Oct. 24 in Montclair. It is from 7-10 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Free admission. From East Side Mags. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Youth ages 24 and younger can attend NAACP-Oranges and Maplewood's youth council reactivation meeting on Oct. 24 in East Orange. It is from 12-2 p.m. at Elmwood United Presbyterian Church. From Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Book swap planned with South Orange library on Oct. 24. It is from 1-4 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Bring up to 10 books in good condition. From Friends of South 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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Middle and high school students in N.J. can apply to 2026 Congressional App Challenge by Oct. 26. Students can submit their designs of their own software applications to enter the contest. Winning applications are featured in the Capitol Building, winners are selected by congressional district. Submission guidelines are available online. From Congressional App Challenge. This […]
"Mad Science Halloween Spectacular" planned at West Orange library on Oct. 26. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Open to all ages. 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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South Orange Reads book club meeting for youth and adults planned with South Orange library on Oct. 27. Attendees will discuss "All My Rage" by Sabaa Tahir from 7-8 p.m. at 110 Vose Ave. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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"Co-Lab After Dark: Tarot, Tricks, and Treats" planned with The Co-Lab on Oct. 29 in South Orange. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 57 South Orange. Ave. RSVP by emailing info@colabsouthorange.com. From The Co-Lab. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Halloween rollerskating fundraiser benefitting West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council on Oct. 30 in Newark. It is from 5:30-8 p.m. at Branch Brook Park Skating Center. Admission is $20 per person. Registration is required. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
"Costume Glow Party" for all abilities planned with West Orange recreation on Oct. 30. It is from 5-7 p.m. at Stagg Clubhouse 385 St. Cloud Ave. Registration is $30. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Community blood drive planned at Bloomfield library on Oct. 30. It is from 12-2 p.m. Appointments can be made online. 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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Trunk or Treat planned with West Orange recreation on Oct. 31. It is from 4-6 p.m. at the recreation building. From West Orange Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Pumpkin carving and story time planned at Glen Ridge library on Oct. 31. It begins at 10 a.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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