"Social Reading Night" planned with Montclair Book Club on Oct. 22. It is from 8-9:30 p.m. at 150 Valley Rd. Attendees bring their own books to read, make their own bookmarks, and connect with others. Admission is $15 and includes a drink. Register by messaging Montclair Book Club online. From Montclair Book Club. This information […]
"Halloween Master Mash" for children planned at Glen Ridge library on Oct. 22. It begins at 3:30 p.m. Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. There will be music and stories. Registration is required. From Glen Ridge Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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.
Story time with author Francesca Andre planned on Oct. 22 at Newark library's Branch Brook Branch. It begins at 3:30 p.m. and will include stories from "From Cocoon to Wings" and "A Very Impatient Caterpillar." Registration is not required. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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 […]
"The Fair Share Model: What States Are Learning About Housing Targets" webinar planned with Housing and Neighborhood Development Services on Oct. 22. It begins at 2 p.m. Housing policy leaders and advocates will discuss ways statewide requirements can increase housing, combat exclusionary zoning, and promote more equitable growth.Registration is required. From Housing and Neighborhood Development […]
Immigrant response training planned with SOMA Justice and SOMA Action on Oct. 22. Training will start at 7 p.m., and will address best practices for intervention and ways to get involved. Location will be provided after registration. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Maplewood and South Orange's "Family Follies Talent Show" is scheduled for Oct. 22 in Maplewood. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. at Columbia High School. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Latine families in Newark can join a focus group at La Casa de Don Pedro on Oct. 22 to share about their experience with Newark schools. Times and location available online. Participants receive a gift card, childcare, and dinner. People can join online or in-person. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate […]
Residents can attend public forums to share feedback on N.J.'s school funding on Oct. 22 and Oct. 27. Attendees will learn about N.J.'s school funding system, hear from N.J. Department of Education staff, and share input and experiences. Forums begins at 6:30 p.m. The Oct. 22 forum is virtual and the Oct. 27 forum is […]
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. […]
Trunk or Treat planed with City of Orange Township on Oct. 23. The event, scheduled from 2:30 -6 p.m., at Upper Central Playground. There will be music, refreshments, goodie bags, face painting, a game truck, a corn maze, and pumpkin picking. Parents must accompany children under 14 years old. From Orange Public Schools. This information […]
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