Roxbury Fire Department Engine Company 2

Boating Safety Course &amp; Exam 10/24/2026
Date: October 24, 2026
Location: Roxbury Fire Dept. # 2
 110 Shippenport Rd 
 Landing, NJ 07850 
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with check in at 7:30 am
Course Details: The course includes both instruction and exam to obtain the NJ Boating Safety Certificate (NJ BSC) for operating a Power Boat/PWC (Jet Ski) legally in NJ inland waterways.
Course Fee:&nbsp;Student fee Firefighter is $90 for all others $100. Lunch is included.

You Receive:&nbsp;Students will receive a temporary NJ BSC upon completion of the course and passing the exam.
·The permanent NJ BSC will be mailed to students later.
Enrollment:Enroll via email:<a href="mailto:f.federico@att.net"> f.federico@att.net</a>. Include your name, home address, and cell phone number.
Web site: <a href="https://www.boatingsafetyfirst.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Home | boatingsafetyfirst</a> for more courses.

Local Event: Boating Safety Course & Exam

Sussex County

Hopatcong-Sparta

New Jersey

Boating Safety Course & Exam

Boating Safety Course & Exam 10/24/2026
Date:  October 24, 2026
Location:  Roxbury Fire Dept. # 2
 110 Shippenport Rd 
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St. Thomas The Apostle RC Church Hall

Turn your unwanted gold, silver, and platinum into instant cash just in time for the holidays! Support the Knights of Columbus Council #5510 by bringing your jewelry, coins, and flatware for a private, professional valuation by licensed appraisers from American Gold &amp; Diamond Buyers. Both walk-ins and appointments are welcome for this convenient event where highest prices are paid on the spot.

Local Event: Cash For Gold Fundraiser

Cash For Gold Fundraiser

Turn your unwanted gold, silver, and platinum into instant cash just in time for the holidays! Support the Knights of Columbus...

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran, 246 Woodport Road, Sparta, NJ, USA

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church invites the community to its annual Fall Vendor &amp; Craft Fair on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM. This festive event will feature a wide variety of vendors and artisans, offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, seasonal décor, and more. Vendor and craft tables will be located both indoors and outdoors on the church grounds, creating a welcoming experience for all attendees.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the day, and admission is free. Children can enjoy a special Kids’ Corner
featuring face painting, crafts, and more! It’s the perfect place for children to play, create, and make lasting memories while families explore all the vendor fair has to offer.
“Shepherd of the Hills has a long-standing tradition of reaching out to the local community and beyond,” said Pastor Jack DiMatteo. “The Vendor &amp; Craft Fair is one of the many ways we come together, fostering unity and connection while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.”
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, warmly welcomes people of all backgrounds to gather, learn, and celebrate the love of God through the teachings of Jesus Christ.
The church is located at 246 Woodport Road in Sparta, NJ. For event details, please email SOTHvendorday@gmail.com. For church-related inquiries, contact the office at (973) 729‑7010 or office@sothnj.org.
Stay connected with Shepherd of the Hills: Visit <a href="https://www.sothnj.org/?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sothnj.org</a>
or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/SOTHNJ for updates on future events.

Local Event: Shepherd of the Hills Hosts Annual Fall Vendor & Craft Fair

Shepherd of the Hills Hosts Annual Fall Vendor...

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church invites the community to its annual Fall Vendor & Craft Fair on Saturday, October 24,...

Shepherd of the Hills Hosts Annual Fall Vendor & Craft Fair

The Newton Theatre

Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience celebrates the thunderous energy of the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras delivering a power-packed performance that takes the audience on a journey through the story that is AC/DC. Dirty Deeds captures the essence of the legendary Australian rock band that defined a genre with hits like “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap”, “Let There Be Rock”, “You Shook Me All Night Long”, “Shoot to Thrill”,&nbsp; “Thunderstruck” and many more.

Local Event: Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience Live in Concert 

Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience Live in...

Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience celebrates the thunderous energy of the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras delivering a...

Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience Live in Concert 

Department of Public Works

Shoppers are invited to explore more 
than 40 incredible vendors at the Sunday, October 25th Hopatcong Monthly Market, a 
lively community event that promises something for everyone. Visitors 
can browse an impressive selection of unique handmade goods, creative 
gift items, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind treasures, all while 
supporting local small businesses and talented makers. From charming 
home décor to thoughtful gifts and specialty items, the market offers a 
diverse shopping experience that reflects the creativity and spirit of 
the community.
Adding to the experience, the featured food 
truck for October 25th is Cousins Maine Lobster, serving up their famous 
lobster rolls, seafood favorites, and delicious bites you won’t want to 
miss!
The Hopatcong Monthly Market takes place the last Sunday of the Month through October!

Local Event: Hopatcong Monthly Market

Hopatcong Monthly Market

Shoppers are invited to explore more 
than 40 incredible vendors at the Sunday, October 25th Hopatcong Monthly Market, a...

Van Kirk Homestead Museum

Sparta Historical's REV250 exhibit focuses on how the people of Sussex County lived during Revolutionary times. Colonial trades of Sussex County centered on farming and mining, surrounded by various skills supporting them such as blacksmithing, coopering, weavers, cobblers, etc. With our fall opening, the exhibit was refreshed with new items.&nbsp; 2pm talk&nbsp; FREE

Local Event: Happy Birthday America - 250 years

Happy Birthday America - 250 years

Sparta Historical's REV250 exhibit focuses on how the people of Sussex County lived during Revolutionary times. Colonial trades...

GCS brings together three of the most electrifying musicians in modern music: two time Grammy nominated guitarist and vocalist Eric Gales, Modern Drummer Hall of Fame drummer Dennis Chambers and five time Best Rock Bass Player Billy Sheehan. Each of these musicians has spent decades performing at the highest levels of blues, rock, funk, jazz fusion, soul and progressive music. Together, they form a rare lineup where every player can lead, listen and push the music into new territory.
The sound of GCS won’t be confined to one
category. It will draw from the full range of their musical lives, moving from
heavy blues and hard rock to deep funk, soul and jazz fusion, with room for
fearless improvisation and the kind of live interplay that only players of this
caliber can deliver. Three legends, three unmistakable musical forces, one
stage.

Local Event: GCS Featuring Eric Gales, Dennis Chambers & Billy Sheehan Live in Concert

GCS Featuring Eric Gales, Dennis Chambers &...

GCS brings together three of the most electrifying musicians in modern music: two time Grammy nominated guitarist and vocalist...

GCS Featuring Eric Gales, Dennis Chambers & Billy Sheehan Live in Concert

EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh solo efforts.

Local Event: EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band Live in Concert

EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles...

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EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band Live in Concert

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EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band

In 2008, Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Catherine Popper formed Puss N Boots. Initially it was a vehicle for Jones and Dobson to play music together and try new things, with Popper joining on bass shortly after. The trio played various New York clubs, with a repertoire anchored in Americana, country, folk, pop and rock. The band became an outlet for Jones, Dobson and Popper to switch instruments, and allowed them to showcase a different side of themselves than in their various solo and side projects.
 In 2013 they signed with Blue Note Records and set out to assemble their debut record, “No Fools, No Fun”, comprised of originals and covers, studio recordings and live performances. Their latest album is “Sister”.

Local Event: Puss N Boots Featuring Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson & Catherine Popper 

Puss N Boots Featuring Norah Jones, Sasha...

In 2008, Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Catherine Popper formed Puss N Boots. Initially it was a vehicle for Jones and Dobson...

Puss N Boots Featuring Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson & Catherine Popper 

Hopatcong Senior Center

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed, all-volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. The Auxiliary was created by an Act of Congress in 1939 and has grown to over 32,000 members who support the Coast Guard in all its non-military, and non-law-enforcement missions, on a daily basis. 

Auxiliary members conduct safety patrols on local waterways, assist in Search and Rescue, stand radio watches, teach boating safety classes, conduct free vessel safety checks or the public, provide boating safety literature to dealers, as well as many other activities related to recreational boating safety.

If you would like more information, we invite you to attend one of our monthly meetings, which are held at the Lake Hopatcong Senior Center, 32 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong NJ, at 7 PM on the second Wednesday of each month.

Please come join us and see what might be of interest to you.

Local Event: USCG Auxiliary Monthly Meeting

USCG Auxiliary Monthly Meeting

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed, all-volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. The Auxiliary was...

First Presbyterian Church of Sparta

Sparta Historical welcomes back Joel Farkas to Sparta Presbyterian Church Hall to talk about the founding of our country through the fine arts.&nbsp; Learn about the importance of fine arts-paintings, poems, portraits, sculptures, music and more-during the American Revolution and how those same fine arts help define us as a nation today.&nbsp; &nbsp; nonmembers $10, students with ID&nbsp;FREE

Local Event: Painting the American Revolution

Painting the American Revolution

Sparta Historical welcomes back Joel Farkas to Sparta Presbyterian Church Hall to talk about the founding of our country...

Sometimes revolutions begin quietly. In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet, beautiful and reflective. “The Trinity Session” was like a whisper that cut through the noise—and it was compelling. It stood out amid the flash and bombast that defined the late 80's. The now classic recording combined folk, blues and rock in a way that had never been heard before and went on to sell more than a million copies. Their ability to communicate volumes before the lyrics kick in defines an enduring career. Where most bands chase trends, the Junkies have stayed their course, maintaining a low-impact excavation of melody and evocative language delivered sotto voce in singer Margo Timmins’ feathery alto. 
Formed in Toronto in 1985, Margo was joined by siblings Michael Timmins on guitar, Peter Timmins on drums and Michael’s lifelong friend Alan Anton on bass to begin a journey that has evolved over 29 albums. Unlike most long-lasting groups, Cowboy Junkies have never had a breakup or taken a sanity-saving hiatus. There’s an appreciation of each other that keeps them constantly working. Michael, the oldest, is the chief architect; songwriter, and guitarist, who works with Margo on sculpting the emotional planes and vocal performances before bringing in younger brother Peter on drums and Anton on bass to create the soundscapes that have made Cowboy Junkies a band who defies categories.

Local Event: Cowboy Junkies - Celebrating 40 Years And Beyond 

Cowboy Junkies - Celebrating 40 Years And Beyond 

Sometimes revolutions begin quietly. In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet,...

<h5>The Breakers are the country's premier Tom Petty &amp; the Heartbreakers tribute band. No other Tom Petty tribute band comes close to capturing the sound and emotions of Petty’s songs quite like the Breakers. Unlike the vast amount of Tom Petty tributes who substitute visual mimicry for sound, the Breakers encompass the true unmistakable sound and execution of Tom Petty &amp; the Heartbreakers.</h5>

Local Event: The Breakers: A Tribute To Tom Petty Live in Concert

The Breakers: A Tribute To Tom Petty Live in...

The Breakers are the country's premier Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band. No other Tom Petty tribute band comes close...

The Breakers: A Tribute To Tom Petty Live in Concert

Sparta Camera Club is holding its 41st EXPO Photography Print Competition and Exhibition this Fall at the Sparta Ambulance Building in Sparta NJ. 
EXPO Photography Print Competition and Exhibition this Fall at the Sparta Ambulance Building in Sparta NJ. EXPO is the club’s annual print competition and exhibition. Members of the public are invited to enter their photos in this event. This is a great opportunity to meet other photographers and see your photos in an exhibition.
EXPO has two major events: Judging and the Exhibition. Judging will take place on November 4th and is open to the public. The Exhibition is held on the 14th
and 15th of November. This is a two-day event showcasing all of the photos that were entered into the competition in addition to the winning photos.
Photos can be dropped off at several locations in Sparta, Newton and Dover by October 28th.You can obtain an entry form and more information about this event on the club’s website at <a href="https://www.spartacameraclub.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.spartacameraclub.org</a>. 
Sparta Camera Club is a photography club which meets twice a month from September to June at the Sparta Ambulance Squad Building. SCC provides an opportunity for photographers to get together, share their knowledge and learn from each other and from professional photographers. The club has been in existence for over 51 years.

Local Event: Calling all shutterbugs!  

Calling all shutterbugs!  

Sparta Camera Club is holding its 41st EXPO Photography Print Competition and Exhibition this Fall at the Sparta Ambulance...

Lake Hopatcong Elks Lodge #782

Sunday 11/15/26 Fundraiser Dance for special needs children and veterans. Performing "Who's Johnny" and "Elvis" (Richie Santa) &amp; DJ Nick at Nite. Music from the 50's to 60's plus today hits. Adm. $25 free snacks while they last. B.Y.O. food/snacks. No outside beverages.Beverage available for purchase. Location Lake Hopatcong Elks 201 Howard Blvd. Mt.Arlington ,NJ. For seating and info. please only call 973-876-5923 or 201-303-3218.

Local Event: Who's Johnny & Elvis (Richie Santa )at Lake Hopatcong Elks Mt.Arlington NJ

Who's Johnny & Elvis (Richie Santa )at Lake...

Sunday 11/15/26  Fundraiser Dance for special needs children and veterans. Performing "Who's Johnny" and "Elvis" (Richie Santa)...

Who's Johnny & Elvis (Richie Santa )at Lake Hopatcong Elks Mt.Arlington NJ

Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful arena rock bands of the '70s and '80s, earning three platinum and eight gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. Having surpassed a 50-year legacy, the band stands among a rare group whose impact continues to endure. Founded by Paul Kantner in the '70s, Jefferson Starship was conceived as a collective of musical adventurers contributing to his epic concept albums and eventual catalog of rock classics. When the current lineup came together in 2012, with many members having joined years earlier, Kantner couldn’t have predicted the band would become the road-conquering force they are today. 
The five members of Jefferson Starship often describe themselves as both a "family" and a "gang," and this sense of camaraderie shines through in their performances. The band’s current lineup includes founding member David Freiberg, drummer Donny Baldwin (who first joined in 1982), keyboardist Chris Smith (who joined in 1998), guitarist Jude Gold (who joined in 2012) and singer/guitarist Cathy Richardson (who joined in 2008 after Kantner saw her perform with Big Brother and the Holding Company). 
As Jefferson Starship forges ahead into the future, the band reflects on the legacy of Paul Kantner, who passed away in 2016. The spirit of exploration and adventure he instilled in the band lives on in their music and performances. As Gold puts it, “To me, that ‘Paul Kantner thing’—getting on a rocket ship and blasting off into the unknown—is the very essence of Jefferson Starship. And that spirit is very much alive in the band today.”

Local Event: Jefferson Starship: Runaway Again Tour 2026

Jefferson Starship: Runaway Again Tour 2026

Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful arena rock bands of the '70s and '80s, earning three platinum and eight gold...

Step into a world of timeless melodies and unforgettable piano anthems with Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert! This incredible live show features David Clark, a masterful performer who brings Billy Joel’s music to life, alongside Bill Connors, who channels the genius of Elton John in a way audiences have never seen before. 
It’s a musical journey like no other, where the legendary sounds of these two iconic artists collide, creating an evening full of classic hits, deep cuts and pure musical magic. The show is more than just a tribute, it’s a celebration of the piano-driven anthems that shaped pop and rock music in the 70’s and 80’s. Clark’s portrayal of Billy Joel is spot-on, capturing the spirit of Joel’s storytelling and showmanship, while Conners delivers a mesmerizing Elton John experience, complete with flamboyant energy and virtuosic piano playing. Prepare to be transported back in time, to a place where great songs and dazzling performances ruled the stage.

Local Event: Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert Featuring David Clark & Bill Connors

Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert...

Step into a world of timeless melodies and unforgettable piano anthems with Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert! This...

Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert Featuring David Clark & Bill Connors

Step into a world of timeless melodies and unforgettable piano anthems with Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert! This incredible live show features David Clark, a masterful performer who brings Billy Joel’s music to life, alongside Bill Connors, who channels the genius of Elton John in a way audiences have never seen before. 
It’s a musical journey like no other, where the legendary sounds of these two iconic artists collide, creating an evening full of classic hits, deep cuts and pure musical magic. The show is more than just a tribute, it’s a celebration of the piano-driven anthems that shaped pop and rock music in the 70’s and 80’s. Clark’s portrayal of Billy Joel is spot-on, capturing the spirit of Joel’s storytelling and showmanship, while Conners delivers a mesmerizing Elton John experience, complete with flamboyant energy and virtuosic piano playing. Prepare to be transported back in time, to a place where great songs and dazzling performances ruled the stage.

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