This outdoor flea market has been a favorite venue for vendors and customers alike for over 18 years. Held in Main Memorial Park along one of the busiest streets, Main Avenue in Clifton between Piaget Avenue and Park Slope. This market features vendors selling an array of merchandise from new items to gently used 2nd hand items, collectibles and so much more. With the cost of everything rising the flea market is a good option to find reasonably priced items. Flea markets are traditionally more affordable for everyday household items, clothing, personal products, essentials, kids' toys, and more. So come check us out you never know what great bargains or treasures you may find. This event is a fundraiser for the Clifton Recreation Department. Hope to see you there!

Local Event: Main Memorial Park Flea & Collectible Market

Passaic County

Clifton

New Jersey

Main Memorial Park Flea & Collectible Market

This outdoor flea market has been a favorite venue for vendors and customers alike for over 18 years. Held in Main Memorial...

First Presbyterian Church of Rutherford

Rutherford is about to shine a little brighter this holiday season. Stars Theatre Company, the town’s newest performing arts organization, is stepping onto the local stage with heart, ambition, and a musical that already has residents talking. Their debut production, It’s a Wonderful Life: A New Musical, is officially auditioning performers and in a modern twist, submissions are being accepted entirely by video submissions on their website.
For founder Laura Rizzo Ed.D., launching Stars Theatre Company in her hometown is more than a creative venture; it’s a dream rooted in community. After years of directing, choreographing, teaching, and building theatre programs for both teens and youth, she envisioned a company that welcomed performers of all ages and backgrounds. Rutherford has always possessed a vibrant creative pulse,” she shared. “It just required a dedicated home where local talent could bring that passion to life.”
The production itself is a fresh musical adaptation of the beloved holiday classic, featuring Book &amp; Lyrics by John W. Atkins and Music by Andrew Abrams. Laura Rizzo will be directing and choreographing the show, and Bart Nativo will be stage managing the production. It promises nostalgia, warmth, and a new musical lens on George Bailey’s journey, the kind of story that feels tailor made for a community eager to reconnect and celebrate together.
What’s generating the biggest buzz, though, is Stars Theatre Company’s audition approach. By inviting performers ages 8 to 80 to submit video auditions, the company is opening doors for busy families, working adults, and newcomers who might otherwise hesitate to step into a casting room. And with the audition deadline set for September 12th at Noon, excitement — and submissions are already pouring in.
“It’s about accessibility,” Rizzo explained. “We want people to feel welcomed, not intimidated. If you’ve ever dreamed of being onstage, whether you’re eight or eighty, this is your moment.”
There is no tuition to participate; instead, there is a $150 membership fee to join the production. Performers of all experience levels from the entire tristate area are welcome to audition.
Rehearsals begin September 20th to December 6th and will be on Sundays from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm, with performances scheduled for December 10, 11, and 12, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church’s Karen Kaiser Parish House 32 Ridge Rd. The venue is conveniently located near the Rutherford NJ Transit station, making it easily accessible for performers and audience members traveling from across the region. And as anticipation builds, the community is already buzzing about another announcement: tickets will go on sale September 20th, with general admission priced at just $20, and $15 for students &amp; seniors. The company hopes the affordable pricing will make holiday theatre accessible to families, students, seniors, and anyone looking to enjoy a heartwarming night out.
“Live theatre should feel welcoming,” Rizzo said. “We want people to walk in, feel the magic, and know they’re part of something special.”
Tickets will be available at starstheatre.com, where audiences can also find updates, cast announcements, and behind‑the‑scenes glimpses as the production comes to life.
Although It’s a Wonderful Life: A New Musical serves as the inaugural production for Stars Theatre Company, it represents just the start of their vision. Beyond this show, the company is actively preparing workshops, community gatherings, and upcoming performances. Every initiative aims to unite the community through creative storytelling, shared experiences, and lasting friendships.
With auditions underway, ticket sales approaching, and enthusiasm growing by the day, Rutherford’s newest theatre company is ready to make its mark — one heartfelt performance at a time.

Local Event: A New Theatre Company Brings Holiday Magic — and Opportunity to Rutherford!

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Rutherford

A New Theatre Company Brings Holiday Magic —...

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La Neve's Banquet Hall, 276 Belmont Ave., Haledon

A New Vision for Paterson
A School Where Students Learn to Build Businesses—and Futures
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PATERSON — Imagine a high school where students learn to develop a business idea, manage money, work as part of a team, use technology, or turn an invention or passion into a company of their own. That is the vision behind the proposed Universal Business Academy Charter High School — a school centered on rigorous academics, business, entrepreneurship, and technology, designed to give students the practical skills to create their own futures.
At the heart of the effort is Isaiah M. Jefferson, a long-term advocate for expanding opportunities for young people from low-income and underserved communities. His belief is simple but transformative: too many students are taught to prepare for jobs without being shown they can also become the people who create jobs. For Jefferson, entrepreneurship isn't just a subject — it's a pathway to independence, economic mobility, and community change.
A decade ago, Jefferson worked to establish a Universal Business Academy in Englewood, reaching the second phase of New Jersey's four-stage charter approval process. That vision has persisted — and now Jefferson and a group of educators, business leaders, and community members are bringing an expanded version of it to Paterson.
“Our students don’t need us to tell them what they should become,” says Mark Fischer, a Paterson community leader and veteran school district educator. “They need us to expose them to what they can become, help them understand the pathways to get there, and give them adults who believe in them while they’re figuring it out.”
Fischer points to a deeper challenge: “Students need help imagining themselves in successful futures. When young people don’t regularly see professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, coaches, and community leaders who look like them or come from their city, it can be difficult to envision those possibilities for themselves.”
“A mentor has great impact because it creates guided support from someone who has experience,” says Tonya Bradley, a Paterson native and entrepreneur mentored by Fischer at Eastside High School, and owner of Tonya’s Healing Circles. “Growing up in Paterson has had challenges, but with perseverance and resilience you can achieve anything — our students have that drive.”
The proposed school’s model is built to develop the thinking habits successful entrepreneurs, employees, and citizens need: problem-solving, reasoning, collaboration, creativity, and the ability to apply knowledge in unfamiliar situations. UBA plans to use the Designing Learning Model for Cognitive Impact, developed by Maryann Klaus — a model that, used with a cohort of students over four years, has already produced a 96% achievement and graduation rate in one Paterson high school.
In addition to Jefferson, the founding members include Maryann Klaus, creator of the Designing Learning Model and founder of the Center for Designing Learning; Mark Fisher, Founder of Making it Count with Coach Fisher; Taliah Givens, Senior Director of Student Professional Development Programs at the UNCF; Educator and CGW Institute founder Charles Ray; Attorney Albert C. Asphall; and Malcolm Pope, founder of Music Makers NJ.
JOIN US AND BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Time: Noon – 4:00 p.m.
Location: La Neve's Banquet Hall, 276 Belmont Ave., Haledon
This is your chance to come together around a bigger vision — a school in Paterson that helps a generation of young people understand they don’t have to wait for someone else to create opportunity for them. The event includes a full lunch buffet, drinks, and entertainment.
Tickets are selling out. Purchase your tickets online to attend the luncheon and learn more about UBA Charter High School: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/universal-business-academy-charter-high-school-fundraiser-saturday--91226" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click this link to purchase tickets</a>. Can’t attend but still want to help? <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/fundraiser-for-the-future-uba" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click this link to send a donation.</a>

Local Event: Universal Business Academy Charter School - Fundraiser & Information Event

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A New Vision for Paterson
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Montclair School of Real Estate, 89 Walnut St, Montclair, NJ 07042

<a href="https://www.montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CLASS INFORMATION HERE</a>
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The Wellmont Theater

A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to The Wellmont Theater / Montclair NJ.
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert - it's a time machine. Take A Nostalgic Look Back at 4 Decades of Classic Music That Became the Soundtrack to Our Generation!•
From the poetic soul of James Taylor, the electrifying energy of Carly Simon, to the timeless magic of Carole King - this tribute delivers unforgettable performances that will stir your heart, spark your memories, and get you singing every word.
• CRITICS CALL IT “an emotional musical journey. Truly a multiple generational evening out.
We are proud to say, this show is selling out across the country - don't miss your chance to relive the songs that shaped our lives. Produced by Franke Previte Academy Award winner (I've had) The time of my life Dirty Dancing.&nbsp;tickets taylorsimonking.com or wellmonttheater.com

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Taylor Simon King

A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to The Wellmont Theater / Montclair NJ.
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert - it's a...

VIO Med Spa Clifton

VIO Med Spa Clifton is the premier destination for medical aesthetics and wellness in Northern New Jersey, conveniently located in the Promenade Shops at Clifton. Serving residents across Passaic, Bergen, and Essex counties, our expert team—including Medical Doctors and Nurse Practitioners—specializes in results-driven treatments designed to enhance your natural beauty. We offer a comprehensive suite of injectables and dermal fillers, including Botox®, Juvéderm®, and Restylane®, to smooth fine lines and restore facial volume. Our advanced skin rejuvenation services feature the latest technology, such as HydraFacial®, RF Microneedling, and BBL/MOXI laser treatments, perfect for addressing sun damage and uneven skin tone. Beyond aesthetics, we focus on holistic wellness with personalized solutions for medical weight loss, IV hydration therapy, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Whether you’re looking for a signature facial or advanced body contouring, our Clifton-based specialists provide safe, life-changing results in a luxurious, welcoming environment.

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