Check out fun and learning events around the city, and feel free to add your own in the comments section. Click on the "EVENTS" tab to see other weekend opportunities.
WHAT:
WHERE: All over Newark – see full list of restaurants by clicking here
WHEN: October 13-23
WHY GO: Enjoy fixed-price dining or reduced-price dining at an eclectic mix of Newark restaurants.
WHAT:
WHERE: 1030 Broad St.
WHEN: Friday, 5-7 p.m.
WHY GO: Line dance lessons from 5-7pm; Buffet with Chef Ernie; Raffle prizes
COST: Ladies and gentlemen: Free admission before 7 p.m. Tickets $10 after 7 p.m.
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WHAT:
WHERE: King Restaurant, 557 Clinton Ave.
WHEN: Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
WHY GO: Know your status – get tested!
WHAT:
WHERE: , 5 Washington St.
WHEN: Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
WHY GO: The three–month exhibit, "Journey from Aztlán: Mexican Heritage New Jerseyans," explores how this evolving community is part of the rapidly changing demographic–economic face of New Jersey and showcases original artwork by contemporary Mexican–heritage artists in the tri–state area, as well as original prints from celebrated Mexican artists (Diego Rivera, David Alfar
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WHAT:
WHERE: Newark Public Library, 5 Washington St.
WHEN: Saturday, 1 p.m.
WHY GO: A free New Jersey screening of four documentaries presented as part of the US/Mexico Interdependent Film Series on immigration and related issues.
WHAT:
WHERE: Military Park
WHEN: Saturday, 8 a.m.
WHY GO: The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is your opportunity to add fuel to that fight by raising funds and awareness.
WHAT:
WHERE: St. Michael's Church, 172 Broadway
WHEN: Sunday, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
WHY GO: Donate Blood, Save a Life!
WHAT: WHERE: Branch Brook Park – Cherry Blossom Visitor Center
WHEN: Sunday, 8 a.m.
WHY GO: A fun-filled family 5K event with exhibition booths, food, music and kid-friendly activities. Participants may walk, roll, run or rollerblade around the park. Two certified courses (5k and 8K) for "professionals." This event helps support research that helps people regain the skills needed for greater independence - like walking, driving, regaining lost memory, and the ability to communicate. Service pets and friendly family pets are welcome!
WHAT: Newark Riverfront Boat Tour
WHERE: Riverbank, Newark
WHEN: Saturday, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
WHY GO: Travel seven miles of Newark's riverfront. Tickets are $5 each. For reservation and meeting information, email newarkriverfront@gmail.com or call Ms. Roberts in the planning division at 973-733-3917.
WHO: Everyone
WHAT:
WHERE: Turtle Back Zoo, West Orange
WHEN: Sunday
WHY GO: Celebrate the fall harvest Turtle Back Zoo style. Enjoy a day at the zoo. Kids get a free pumpkin (while supplies last).
COST: Adults, $9; Children, $6; Seniors, $6; Kids under 2, Free
WHAT:
WHERE: Riverfront Stadium
WHEN: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7 p.m.-midnight
WHY GO: Plenty to do: Visit the haunted house, play games, take a hay ride, listen in on urban legend storytime, and take dance classes. Every Sunday kids can trick or treat.
COST: Admission to the stadium is free, but most activities will have a fee. Admission to the haunted house is $20 for adults and $15 for students. The hayride is $5, and games are $1. Mystery dinner reservations must by made by the Wednesday prior and cost $20 or $25 for dinner with wine/beer.
WHAT:
WHERE: 229 Main St., Belleville
WHEN: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7 p.m.-midnight
WHY GO: Come visit this creepy genetically modified food processing factory as an "employee." You will meet your deranged co-workers and see what the boss is feeding them for lunch. Beware: Many of the new employees don't make it through the night shift!COST: $18 for adults; $15 for children 12 and under; $30 for rapid processing ticket (VIP). Not-so-Scary” Kids' Sunday Matinees from 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $8 a person and adults must be accompanied by a child age 12 and under.
