Mobile mammogram and cervical cancer screenings planned with University Hospital on Jan. 28 in Newark Screenings are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at CityPlex, 360–394 Springfield Ave. Appointments can be scheduled online. From Newark City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Nutley seniors can register for the recreation department's winter and spring 2026 programs. Offerings include chair yoga, Zumba, and art club. Registration is required. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Eligible Newark residents can submit a preliminary application for affordable housing at 74-78 Webster St. by Jan. 29. Available affordable housing units include two one-bedrooms, two two-bedrooms, and one three-bedroom. Preliminary applications available online. From Newark City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Improv comedy show with On the Spot planned on Jan. 29 in Butler. It begins at 8 p.m. at The Sanctuary, 1 Boonton Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
Vision board workshop planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Jan. 29 in Newark. It is from 3-4 p.m. at 282 First Ave. Registration is required. From La Casa De Don Pedro. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Montclair Film's "StorySLAM: Regifting" is scheduled for Jan. 29. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. at Cinema505, 505 Bloomfield Ave., and performers will play games and share stories. Tickets available for purchase online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Artist workshop planned with SOMA Affordable Art on Jan. 29 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Creative In Common, 86 Sloan St. There will be a panel […]
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 Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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 must live in Camden, Gloucester City, Atlantic City, Newark, Trenton, Orange, East Orange, and Irvington. The conference is in Atlantic City on Feb. 26-27. Scholarships […]
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 deadline. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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