East Orange public schools is accepting recipes from its elementary students for the 2026 Future Chef National Challenge. Finalists will compete in a culinary contest on March 5. From East […]
Newark residents can attend an information session Jan. 29, Feb. 3, and Feb. 5 on PSE&G's community solar program, which is meant to lower energy costs for renters and homeowners. […]
Improv comedy show planned by Montclair Film on Jan. 30. It begins at 8 p.m. at Cinema505, 505 Bloomfield Ave. Tickets are $15. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
New Jersey residents ages 21+ can apply for a scholarship to the Garden State Tree Foundation Conference by Jan. 30. Eligible applicants must show an interest in tree stewardship and […]
Glen Ridge-area families can compete in the library's LEGO night challenge on Jan. 30. It is from 6-8 p.m. Registration is 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.
Maplewood dog and cat owners must purchase or renew pet licenses by Jan. 31. Applications are available online. A $7 late fee is charged for renewal licenses purchased after the […]
South Orange and Maplewood seek nominations for its 2026 "Unsung Sheroes" awards. It recognizes local women in advocacy, arts and culture, education, leadership, and youth leadership. Nomination submissions are accepted online by Jan. 31. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Art and music reception planned at Maplewood library's Main Branch on Jan. 31. It is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It will show art by Cat Delett, Chrissy McIntyre, and Robert Nealon. Live music is from Steve Jones. Free admission. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo job fair is planned on Jan. 31 in West Orange. Interested applicants must attend one of three job fairs. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mount Building. A list of seasonal job openings is available online. Applicants must be 18+. From Essex County Executive Joseph N. […]
Documentary screening of "The Hidden History of Slavery in New York" planned at Newark library's Main Branch on Jan. 31. It begins at 1 p.m. and will be followed by a talk with the film director Larry Epstein. Registration not required. Free admission. From Newark Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Early bird tickets to Isaiah House's "House of Love" fundraiser are available until Jan. 31. The event is scheduled for Feb. 28 from 7-11 p.m. at The Suite Spot, 24 […]
Essex and Hudson county youth in grades 8-12 can attend a Essex County 4-H field trip to the Paul Robeson Gallery on Feb. 16 in Newark. It is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Lunch provided. Registration is open until Jan. 31. From Essex County 4-H. This information is accurate as of when […]
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