First-time homebuyer seminar planned with NJCA, HANDS, and TD Bank on Nov. 17 in Orange. It begins at 6 p.m. at 15 S. Essex Ave. It will discuss the homebuying process, housing affordability, and affordable mortgage. Registration required online. Free admission. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Nov. 17 in Irvington. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Irvington 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 published. […]
Nutley Family Service Bureau fundraiser gala is scheduled for Nov. 18 in Belleville. It begins at 6 p.m. at Nanina’s In the Park, 540 Mill St. Funds will support NFSB’s counseling sessions for youth and adults. Tickets are available online. From Nutley Family Service Bureau. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
People can attend an information session discussing trauma-informed doula care with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Nov. 18 in Secaucus. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 150 Meadowlands Parkway. It will discuss identity‑affirming care practices and supportive approaches for families experiencing trauma or loss. Free admission. Registration […]
Romance book club meeting planned at West Orange library on Nov. 18. Attendees will discuss "Tropesick" by Lauren Oakie from 6-7 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.
Adults can attend character and TV commercial classes at N.J. School of Dramatic Arts in Montclair, scheduled to start Nov. 19. Both courses 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 when it was published. Check with the event […]
Bloomfield residents in grades K-6 can attend a craft session at the Bloomfield Civic Center on Nov. 20. The drop-off event is from 6-9 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear flannels or sports jerseys. Enrollment is $20. Registration is available online. From Bloomfield Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Montclair-area residents can participate in Montclair Bikery’s 2026 “turkey ride” supporting Human Needs Food Pantry on Nov. 22. Participants will pick up a frozen turkey from at King Food Markets and bike to 9 Label St. Registration is $22 to cover the cost of the turkey. The ride begins at 10 a.m. From Montclair Bikery. […]
Free Thanksgiving turkey giveaway for eligible Bloomfield residents on Nov. 22. It is from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at 1 Municipal Plaza. Registration is required online or by calling 973-680-4017. From Bloomfield Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Belleville residents can enter the town’s 2026 "Christmas Decorating Contest" by Dec. 11. Residents must email photos of their decorated home to events@bellevillenj.org. Prizes available. The contest opens Nov. 27. From Belleville Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
A night of New Jersey comedy after hours at the Newark Museum of Art. West Orange-raised Chris Gethard (Beautiful/Anonymous) and Woodbridge-raised Dina Hashem (Comedy Central, HBO’s Sex Lives of College Girls) perform, hosted by Newark’s Brick City Comedy Revue with Justin Williams and DJ Gonzalo Silva. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts […]
Nutley Little Theatre is accepting director submissions for its 2027-2028 season. Interested directors can submit up to two plays and a letter of interest by emailing SeasonplanningNLT@gmail.com. Deadline is Dec. 15. From Nutley Little Theater. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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