Rahway River Park

WE NEED YOUR HELP! JOIN&nbsp;OUR&nbsp;AUTUMN PARK CLEAN-UP!&nbsp;Saturday, October 24 at 11 AM- 2 PM, for our Autumn Park Cleanup at Rahway River Park!&nbsp; (Rain Date: Sunday, October 25, same time, same place!)Let’s come together to give our beloved park a little autumn refresh! We’ll be cleaning around the pond and riverbank areas to help keep our community green, clean, and beautiful for all to enjoy.Supplies provided! Bags, grabbers, and gloves will be available thanks to Union County’s Adopt-A-Park program. Please wear long sleeves and sturdy shoes, weather appropriate gear, and don’t forget your fall spirit!Meet us at the Lakeside Picnic Area (on the right, past the main parking lot) and look for the Friends of Rahway River Parkway tent to check in. Underage particpants must be accompanied by an adult. We’ll have light refreshments and info on how you can get involved year-round! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors; every helping hand makes a difference.&nbsp;

Local Event: Join our Autum Park Clean Up! 

Union County

Rahway

New Jersey

Join our Autum Park Clean Up! 

WE NEED YOUR HELP! JOIN OUR AUTUMN PARK CLEAN-UP! Saturday, October 24 at 11 AM- 2 PM, for our Autumn Park Cleanup at Rahway...

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and children in need regardless of race, religion, or creed. &nbsp;
Put on your dancing shoes and bring your heart to help our fellow neighbors in need! Catholic Charities of the Newark Archdiocese and Carol and Bobby Williams present the 9th Annual Benefit Concert for the Homeless featuring That Motown Band. &nbsp;The show is Saturday, October 24th at 8 pm at UCPAC, located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway. &nbsp;
If you love&nbsp;My Girl, Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Baby Love, Heat Wave, and Ain't Too Proud to Beg, this is YOUR night!&nbsp; That Motown Band brings the sound of The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson and more to life with a full lineup of powerhouse vocalists and musicians — including soul veteran Garfield Fleming, a longtime member of the Delfonics. &nbsp;
This is more than a concert! It is a night out of fun – singing and dancing! &nbsp;Your ticket turns into shelter nights, food, and help for our NJ neighbors in need. &nbsp;100% of ticket sales support our homeless men, women, and children at our shelters and homes in Jersey City and Newark.
Come for the Motown! &nbsp;Stay because it matters. &nbsp;Invite your friends, make a night of it in downtown Rahway, and help keep the lights on and food on the table for families who have nowhere else to turn. &nbsp; Together we can provide help and hope! &nbsp;
Visit <a target="_blank" href="https://ccanconcert26.givesmart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">ccanconcert26.givesmart.com</a> for ticket information or call 732-499-8226. &nbsp;For all other questions, call Peter Ruccione, director of development, Catholic Charities Newark Archdiocese, at <a href="tel:973-818-4060">973-818-4060</a>.

Local Event: Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

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Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our...

Catholic Charities Annual Benefit Concert features That Motown Band at UCPAC; 100% of ticket sales support men, women, and...

Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties.

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Middlesex County College (West Hall - Parkview Room) – 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08818

Are you or someone you know looking to join New Jersey’s largest law enforcement agency? This Fall, the <a href="https://www.nj.gov/corrections/pages/index.shtml" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">New Jersey Department of Corrections</a> (NJDOC) will host a series of Recruitment Open Houses
at various locations throughout the state of New Jersey. An Open House will be held on Thursday, October 29 from 4-7 p.m. at Middlesex County College – West Hall, Parkview Room (2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08818). This event is free and open to all individuals who are interested in becoming NJDOC Correctional Police Officers.
At each Open House, individuals can meet with NJDOC Recruitment Officers and learn more about the hiring process – from information on salary/benefits and qualifications, to the physical fitness requirements, insights into NJDOC’s Training Academy and the roles and responsibilities of Correctional Police Officers. Individuals can also receive onsite assistance filling out the application and guidance on next steps with the application process.
Individuals will also have the opportunity to meet with officers from specialized units and learn more about the many a variety of unique <a href="https://www.nj.gov/corrections/joindoc/apply/career-paths/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">career paths</a> within the Department, including positions within the nine NJDOC facilities, along with a variety of specialty tracks, including: Special Operations Group, which specializes in K-9s, designated marksmen and critical incident negotiation; Special Investigations Division, which specializes in investigations, fugitive and corrections intelligence; the Office of Emergency Management, which provides advanced security planning for high profile events; and more. 
Registration for NJDOC’s Recruitment Open Houses is not required, but is strongly encouraged – to register and for detailed information, visit: <a href="https://www.nj.gov/corrections/joindoc/calendar/recruitment-open-houses/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nj.gov/corrections/joindoc/calendar/recruitment-open-houses/</a>

Local Event: New Jersey Department of Corrections Recruitment Open House – Middlesex County College (10/29)

Middlesex County

Edison-Metuchen

New Jersey Department of Corrections...

Are you or someone you know looking to join New Jersey’s largest law enforcement agency? This Fall, the New Jersey Department...

New Jersey Department of Corrections Recruitment Open House – Middlesex County College (10/29)

Chevys Fresh Mex

Celebrate Halloween at Chevys Fresh Mex! Starting at 9 PM, join us for a night of drinks, bites, a shot wheel, and a costume contest. The best costume wins a prize, so come dressed to impress.
Drink specials include $4 Yuengling pints, $5 Modelo Especial pints, and $7 El Jimador Reposado margaritas.
Bringing the little ones? Kids eat free all day on Halloween! Children in costume get a free Kids Meal with each adult entrée purchase

Local Event: Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Chevys Fresh Mex

Linden

Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Chevys...

Celebrate Halloween at Chevys Fresh Mex! Starting at 9 PM, join us for a night of drinks, bites, a shot wheel, and a costume...

Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Chevys Fresh Mex

Galloping Hill Caterers

Hope In Action Raffle for YMCA&nbsp;Financial AssistanceTickets available at The Gateway Family&nbsp;YMCA branches in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union, NJ.&nbsp; Drawing is Wednesday, November 4, 2026, winner does not need to be present at drawing.Tickets cost $100.00 and only 250 will be sold.&nbsp; Prizes (if all tickets are sold) include: First Prize Maximum $10,000.&nbsp; Second Prize Maximum $1,500.&nbsp; Third Prize Maximum $1,000 for this special 50/50 raffle drawing.Winner does not need to be present at drawing.&nbsp; Event requires entry ticket to attend. Must be 18+.&nbsp; YMCA&nbsp;Staff and Members are welcome to participate, as well as the local community.

Local Event: Hope in Action Raffle

Clark-Garwood

Hope in Action Raffle

Hope In Action Raffle for YMCA Financial AssistanceTickets available at The Gateway Family YMCA branches in Elizabeth, Rahway...

Avenel Performing Arts Center

<blockquote>Join us at the Avenel Performing Arts Center,&nbsp;November 7th for this hilarious, heart-filled comedy about family, chaos, and survival. Think retirement is quiet? Not for Fire Captain JT Tyler! His grown kids have turned his home into a three-ring circus, his wife is acting strange, and the only normal one is his hillbilly neighbor making&nbsp; moonshine in the yard. Catch the chaos Nov 7th at Avenel Performing Arts Center! &nbsp;3pm Matinee &amp; 7pm Evening Performance. JT spent 40 years putting out city blazes, but the biggest fire he'll ever face is right under his own roof—and everybody in the house is holding a match!&nbsp; </blockquote>

Local Event: It's a Family Affair

Woodbridge

It's a Family Affair

Join us at the Avenel Performing Arts Center, November 7th for this hilarious, heart-filled comedy about family, chaos, and...

Crossroads

Free Original Music Showcase at Crossroads: A Night of Heavy Hitters &amp; Raw ConnectionEvent Details:
<ul><li>Date: Wednesday, November 11th, 2026</li><li>Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM</li><li>Venue Name: Crossroads</li><li>Venue Address: 78 North Ave, Garwood, NJ 07027</li><li>Cost: FREE Admission</li></ul>
Event Description:&nbsp;Mark your calendar for a curated, high-vibe night of premier original music at the legendary Crossroads in Garwood. Bringing together a powerhouse lineup of regional giants, celebrated local mainstays, and nationally touring acts, this mid-week showcase is an absolute must-attend for anyone who values real live instrumentation, deep grooves, and genuine human connection.This completely free showcase features four distinct, heavy-hitting original acts bringing their absolute best to the Garwood stage:
<ul><li>Galen Deery: A nationally and internationally touring singer, songwriter, and dynamic multi-instrumentalist. Known for creating soaring sonic soundscapes, Deery delivers an immersive, soul-stirring alternative rock experience focused on elevated consciousness and connection.</li><li>Reina Williams + The Remedy: A collaborative powerhouse fusing rock-rooted reggae with a commanding hip-hop delivery. Led by Williams' sharp lyricism and backed by a seasoned, high-energy live band, they create a driving, infectious live experience that centers on raw musicality and resilience.</li><li>Never The Name: Recognized as one of the busiest and most respected original alternative rock bands in the current New Jersey music scene. Delivering a massive wave of 90s-and-00s-inspired alt-rock mixed with hints of funk and raw vocal power, they are absolute masters at shifting the energy in a room.</li><li>Wyl White: A truly singular and exceptionally gifted vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who has been an essential fixture in the Jersey music community for over a decade. Blending heart-filled melodies, vintage R&amp;B influences, and a captivating soulful vocal delivery, White brings a timeless, progressive flavor that commands attention.</li></ul>
This isn't your average local bar gig—this is a curated celebration of original artistry, community vibe, and world-class live performance. Come early to secure a table, grab a bite from Crossroads’ exceptional Cajun-American menu, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of independent music.Doors open early. Admission is completely free.

Local Event: Good Company

Good Company

Free Original Music Showcase at Crossroads: A Night of Heavy Hitters & Raw ConnectionEvent Details:
Date: Wednesday, November...

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Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ

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