Newark residents can attend a virtual information session discussing the Love Your Block grant for 2026 on Dec. 10. Love Your Block grants provide funding for neighborhood-level beautification or community-building. The information session is from 6-7 p.m. Registration is required. From Newark City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
Youth and adults can register for Montclair Film’s winter classes. Classes include improv, editing, screenwriting, and voice acting, among others. Registration available online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Artist reception with Lynne Breitfeller planned at West Orange library on Dec. 11. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. Breitfeller's work is on display at the library through Dec. 14. Free admission. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Webinar discussing college financial aid planned with Maplewood library on Dec. 11. The free workshop is presented by My College Planning Team and begins at 6:30 p.m. It will discuss financial aid options, costs, and the admissions process. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of […]
"Parent Resource Fair" planned at Irvington library on Dec. 11. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. There will be information about ways to support children and teenagers emotionally. From Irvington Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Oakeside book club meeting planned with Bloomfield recreation on Dec. 11. Attendees will discuss "Brightly Shining" by Ingvild Rishoi at the Oakeside Cultural Center at 7 p.m. Registration available online. From Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Holiday mixer and toy drive planned with East Orange on Dec. 11 in Short Hills. It begins at 5 p.m. at Par 440 Restaurant and Lounge, 440 Parsonage Hill Rd. There will be music and guest DJs. Attendees should bring a new gift donation for children ages 3-15. Donations will be distributed to East Orange […]
East Orange SEPAC winter social is scheduled for Dec. 11. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 199 4th Ave. Registration is required. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange families with children up to age 3 can attend the school district's "Tumbles and Tales" event Dec. 11. It begins at 5:30 p.m. at 397–411 Central Ave. with East Orange school district. There will be free books, music, and food. From East Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it […]
"Breakfast for Dinner" with Santa planned with Irvington on Dec. 11. It is from 4-7 p.m. at 1212 Springfield Ave. From Irvington Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Glen Ridge police seeks new toy donations by Dec. 12. Donations accepted at Glen Ridge Municipal Building and Glen Ridge library. From Glen Ridge Borough. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Newark school district seeks new unwrapped toy donations through Dec. 12. Donations accepted at each school lobby. From Newark 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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