Children can take home a paper roll penguin craft at West Orange library on Dec. 29. Crafts are available all day at the youth services department. Supplies are available on […]
East Orange's 2025 Kwanzaa celebration is scheduled for Dec. 29. It is from 5-7 p.m. at the Bowser Family Senior Center. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as […]
N.J. Motor Vehicle Commission mobile unit to be stationed in Maplewood on Dec. 29-31 and Jan. 2. Services are available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DeHart Park. Appointments […]
"Winter Wildlife Explorers Camp" planned by Essex County Environmental Center on Dec. 30-31 in Roseland for ages 6-10. There will be shared stories, crafts, campfires, and forest explorations from 9:30 […]
Eligible Newark residents can apply to Newark Housing Authority's rental assistance program through Dec. 31. It provides financial assistance to help residents complete their rent payments. Guidelines available online. Applications are available at each resident’s site management office. From Newark Housing Authority. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Belleville-area seniors can register for the township recreation department's "Senior Pass" by Jan. 1. Senior Pass gives members access to classes, events, and activities. Membership is $25 for Belleville residents and $50 for non-residents. Enrollment is available online. From Belleville Recreation Department. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
Nutley children ages 5-6 can register for the recreation department’s wrestling program. Enrollment is $50. Registration deadline is Jan. 2. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when […]
Science fiction book group meeting for adults planned with South Orange library on Jan. 3. It is from 1-2 p.m. at The Baird Community Center. Members will discuss "Early Riser" […]
Poetry jam planned with Qaalii's Cafe on Jan. 3 in Newark. It begins at 7 p.m. at 41 Halsey St. From Qaalii's Cafe. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Financial literacy lecture planned at Orange library on Jan. 3. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include information about retirement savings and mortgages. Register by phone […]
Financial aid information session with Higher Education Student Assistance Authority planned at Montclair library on Jan. 5 in the Main Branch. The free event is from 6-7:30 p.m. and designed for families. Attendees will learn about available state-based grants, scholarships, and loans. Registration is required. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of […]
South Orange-Maplewood school district's book club for families will meet virtually on Jan. 6. It begins at 6:30 p.m. and participants will discuss "Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention […]
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