16 Halloween Weekend Events Across New Jersey
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Newark Celebrates Hispanic Community At Annual Heritage Month Event
Newark celebrates its Hispanic community at Symphony Hall with music, art, and awards recognizing culture, leadership, and student success.
Newark Arts Festival To Fill The City With Joy, Creativity, And Global Talent
The Newark Arts Festival returns Oct. 8–12, bringing art, music, and creativity to the heart of the Brick City.
Unbreakable: Black Women And Mental Health
Depression deeply affects Black women, but stigma and limited care keep many silent. Breaking that silence is key to healing.
YWCA Launches New Jersey’s First Center For Racial Healing
YWCA Northern NJ opens first Center for Racial Healing to address racial trauma with training, referrals, and community support.
Bayonne Hosts Historic First Pride Festival Showcasing LGBTQ+ Solidarity
The Pride Festival marked a milestone for the city and New Jersey’s expanding Pride movement.
Plainfield And Amazon Donate Backpacks To Local Students
Plainfield families got free backpacks and supplies from Amazon and the Historic Society after summer storms.
More Than Cookies And Patches: Girl Scouts’ CreateHer Summer Inspires Newark Families
Girl Scouts’ “CreateHer Summer” offers free creative & wellness activities for Newark girls, promoting confidence, diversity, and community.
Newark’s Annual Latin Festival Combines Celebration And Domestic Violence Prevention Efforts
Newark’s Latin Festival returns August 17 with music, food, family activities, and resources focused on domestic violence prevention.
Family Book Night Returns To Newark On August 6 At Ivy Hill Park
Newark’s “Reading Under the Stars” on August 6th features live readings, free books, a movie, and family activities.
Newark Celebrates Hispanic Community At Annual Heritage Month Event
Newark celebrates its Hispanic community at Symphony Hall with music, art, and awards recognizing culture, leadership, and student success.
Newark Arts Festival To Fill The City With Joy, Creativity, And Global Talent
The Newark Arts Festival returns Oct. 8–12, bringing art, music, and creativity to the heart of the Brick City.
Unbreakable: Black Women And Mental Health
Depression deeply affects Black women, but stigma and limited care keep many silent. Breaking that silence is key to healing.
YWCA Launches New Jersey’s First Center For Racial Healing
YWCA Northern NJ opens first Center for Racial Healing to address racial trauma with training, referrals, and community support.
Bayonne Hosts Historic First Pride Festival Showcasing LGBTQ+ Solidarity
The Pride Festival marked a milestone for the city and New Jersey’s expanding Pride movement.
Plainfield And Amazon Donate Backpacks To Local Students
Plainfield families got free backpacks and supplies from Amazon and the Historic Society after summer storms.
More Than Cookies And Patches: Girl Scouts’ CreateHer Summer Inspires Newark Families
Girl Scouts’ “CreateHer Summer” offers free creative & wellness activities for Newark girls, promoting confidence, diversity, and community.
Newark’s Annual Latin Festival Combines Celebration And Domestic Violence Prevention Efforts
Newark’s Latin Festival returns August 17 with music, food, family activities, and resources focused on domestic violence prevention.
Family Book Night Returns To Newark On August 6 At Ivy Hill Park
Newark’s “Reading Under the Stars” on August 6th features live readings, free books, a movie, and family activities.