Union City 2023 Independence Day Celebration

Palisade Avenue in Union City Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey, United States

6:00pm - 9:00pm Palisade Ave Music - Activities For Kids - Free Hot Dogs, Water, Cotton Candy & Popcorn

Free

Lyndhurst July 4th Celebration and Fireworks 2023

Little League Fields in Lyndhurst Riverside Avenue, Lyndhurst, New Jersey, United States

Under the direction of Commissioner John Montillo, the Department of Parks and Recreation, will be kicking off the Fourth of July weekend with food trucks, novelty vendors and a spectacular fireworks display on Friday, June 30th, 2023. Festivities start at 6:00 p.m. behind the Little League fields on Riverside Avenue. There will be Patriotic Exercises…

Free

Funky Friday at The Gazebo

10 E Main St 10 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

Funky Friday at The Gazebo 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Verona July 4th Fireworks 2023

Verona Community Center 880 Bloomfield Ave, Verona, NJ, United States

Verona's fireworks will be held on Friday, June 30th (rain date 7/5). Verona Community Center, 880 Bloomfield Ave. DJ Music starts at 7pm at Liberty Field. The Fireworks begin after 9:15pm. Parking at the site is limited.

Free

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra with Fireworks Spectacular

Branch Brook Park Park Avenue and Lake Street, Newark, NJ, United States

The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of summer. A fireworks celebration will follow the concert. 2023 Summer Music Brochure

Free

Rainbow Lantern Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Join us for one of our popular lantern walks with a Pride Month twist!Have you ever wanted to explore the park after dark? Now is your chance! We'll take a night-themed walk, with the ambiance of rainbow-colored lanterns to celebrate Pride Month!$4.00 per person upon arrival, No parking fee is in effect for night programs.…

Medicare Annual Enrollment Informational Seminar via Zoom

All Virtual Events

If you are currently enrolled in Medicare, or turning 65 within the next two years, this program is for you. Learn about: * how and when to enroll * annual changes * available insurance options Presented by Megan Brady of Senior Insurance Associates. Register below beginning June 17  and virtual meeting details will be emailed…

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Farm Market

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

The Farm Market is back! The 2023 season kicks off on May 6 and will continue through October. Come out on Saturdays to shop from local farmers, bakers, and craftsmen who provide a variety of fruit, organic produce, meats, fish, dairy products, baked goods, and handcrafted products.

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days this summer for an hour of play and fun! For little ones ages 0 — 3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat. Program Date and Time: Thursdays @…

Free

DIY Sugar Scrub @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Come into the Louise Childs Library on Saturday July 1st at 10am to make your own sugar scrub! All materials will be provided, however supplies are limited so please be sure to register each child who will be participating.  This is part of our summer reading program.  Any child registered in our summer reading program…

Free

Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park

Prudential Concert Grove Branch Brook Park Drive, Newark, NJ, United States

Free outdoor Yoga at Essex County Branch Brook Park with Branch Brook Park Alliance

Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program

Thomas Jefferson Park 2180 1st Ave., New York, NY, United States

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques…

FREE

Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room

The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.

Liberty Hall Museum Tour!

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…

Living History: Revolutionary War Reenactor

John Jay Homestead Historic Site 400 Jay Street (Route 22), Katonah, NY, United States

Join us on Saturday, July 1st, to get a close-up look at our nation’s founding through the eyes of a Revolutionary War soldier. Teacher and living historian Rob Buccheri is returning to John Jay Homestead from 11:00am – 1:00pm to provide a hands-on look at a patriot soldier’s uniform and artillery, and to discuss what…

Free

Food Truck and Music Festival in Teaneck 2023

Teaneck Armory Lawn 1799 Teaneck Avenue, Teaneck, New Jersey, United States

Three Cheers for the Red, White & Blue! We are throwing a big holiday party & can't wait to see YOU! Let's get the party started! Kick off July 4th weekend at the Best Food Truck Festival in Bergen County!. 20 gourmet Food Trucks, Live Music, beer, sangria & margarita garden, Pony rides, Petting Zoo,…

$5

Boogie Down Storytime

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…

FREE

Children’s Author Visits the Louise Childs Branch

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Join local children’s author Dr. Sandra Gonsalves-Domond as she reads her second children’s book, Stella, the Stealthy, Stellar Squirrel in Spartanasha. Afterwards enjoy a “squirrely” kind of craft and the opportunity for questions and answers. Dr. Gonsalves-Domond has lived in Sussex County for over 35 years. She is a full-time academician, educator, and children’s book…

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Watercolor Painting – Summer Series with Regina Orr @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Relax and enjoy learning watercolor painting techniques in this summer series taught by local artist-instructor Regina Orr. Learn about color mixing and brushwork, and ignite your creativity and authentic artistic voice. All levels of artist are welcome. All supplies provided. Class size is limited to allow for more personalized instruction. If you register and then…

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