Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library

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

Enjoy a mental challenge and play nicely with your peers! Join our core group of gamesters to play cards and chat. Board games also available. Just bring your competitive nature and sense of fun! The group meets every Monday the library is open, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time…

LEGO Club @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Builders ages 5 and up are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with other builders, to build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you…

Free

Summer Crafts @ Louise Childs

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

Come into the Louise Childs Library on the following Tuesdays (except Tuesday July 4th) to make a fun craft! Supplies will be provided but please bring a smock if you wish to wear one. Supplies are limited so please be sure to register each child who will be participating! Thank you! Each child who is…

Free

Sand Art @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Come to the Dennis branch on Monday, July 3rd at 3pm to make your own sand art! All materials are provided. Registration is required.  Recommended for children ages 5+. Program Date and Time: Monday, July 3rd Program Start & End Time: 3pm-3:30pm

Free

Summer Art Club @ Franklin Branch

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Get your creative juices flowing this summer! Every Monday during Summer Reading, come to Franklin Branch to make an art project. Supplies are limited, so registration online is recommended to reserve your place.  This is a summer reading program.  Any child registered for summer reading and attends this program will receive a raffle ticket for…

Free

STEM Storytime at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge

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

Join us at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge for a fun and educational storytime. Savannah from the Dorothy Henry Branch in collaboration with Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge volunteer, Donna Provost will lead a discussion about clouds and a story. Donna will take us on a nature walk around the pond while children observe…

Free

All Together Book Club @ Main Library

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

All Together Now! Attention all 3rd and 4th Graders, join us at the Main Library on Monday afternoons for a fun and relaxing time reading together. At our first meeting on June 26th, we’ll select a friendship-themed chapter book to read together throughout summer reading. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is…

Free

The Infernos & Fireworks Spectacular

Brookdale Park Watchung Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ, United States

The Essex County Free SummerMusic 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 spectacular will follow the concert.   2023 Summer Music Brochure

Free

Neil Diamond and Friends

Verona Park Bloomfield Avenue and Lakeside Avenue, Verona

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. 2023 Summer Music Brochure

Free

Livingston’s Annual July 4th Celebration

Memorial Oval & Park Robert H Harp Dr, Livingston, NJ, United States

All events are held on or near Memorial Oval on Robert Harp Drive in Livingston, NJ. View the 2023 July 4th Flyer (PDF) Livingston's Annual Auto Fest Hours are 9 AM - 3 PM in the Livingston High School Parking Lot located on Wahler Road. View the 2023 AutoFest Flyer (PDF) Family and Kids’ Activities…

Free

4th of July Block Party at Empire Outlets

Empire Outlets 55 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY, United States

GET READY FOR THE ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY BLOCK PARTY AT EMPIRE OUTLETS! 🎆 Event Details: 3pm-8pm : Face painting, Popcorn, Snow Cones, & Balloon Animals 🍿 3:30pm – The 4th Annual Empire Outlets Cannoli Eating contest (to participate, email [email protected]) Prize details coming soon. 3pm – 9pm: 4th July Themed Photo Booth & Live…

Soil Stories

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

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

Little Falls PBA #346 July 4th Street Fair

Main Street & Stevens Avenue 89 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ, United States

For over 40 years, the July 4th Street Fair has been a cherished tradition, attracting crowds of locals and visitors to celebrate Independence Day in a vibrant and festive atmosphere. This iconic event features a diverse selection of food trucks, vendors, and a dedicated area for children. The air is filled with tantalizing aromas as…

Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating

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

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Community in the Kitchen

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

Crafting Storied Recipes with Community Supported Agriculture

Town of Kearny Independence Day Celebration

Veterans Field in Kearny Belgrove Drive, Kearny, New Jersey, United States

Festivities Sunday, July 4 at Veterans Field Rain date: Monday, July 5, 2027 Please bring your blankets.

Free