Name: 5th Annual Jazz, Health & Food Truck Festival
Start: 2026-07-18T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Monte Irvin Orange Park

Monte Irvin Orange Park

Experience a jumpin' jazz music festival featuring a vibrant range of performances from the sounds of New Orleans to the sounds of New Jersey and more. This free event offers a perfect blend of live music, healthy community engagement, and delicious selections from various food trucks. Free open all. Grab your chaie or blanket and come join us with live jazz music curated by Gregory  Burrus Productions.

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Essex County

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5th Annual Jazz, Health & Food Truck Festival

Experience a jumpin' jazz music festival featuring a vibrant range of performances from the sounds of New Orleans to the sounds...

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As the online world and artificial intelligence continue to rapidly evolve, scammers are becoming smarter and more convincing. Join us for AARP’s Fraud Blitz Newark to learn how to spot today’s most common scams and protect your identity, finances, and personal information.
This free, in person session will highlight real scams happening right now. From the latest phishing emails and text messages, social media fraud, and highly realistic impersonation schemes, this presentation will show you exactly what to look for before it is too late. You will leave with practical, easy to use tips you can apply immediately, whether you are tech savvy or just getting started.
Hear directly from your elected leaders and experts in the fraud prevention sector including: Senator Teresa Ruiz, Council Member-at-Large Louise Rountree, and Bill Frederick of the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice, along with representatives from the Division of Consumer Affairs, the NJ Bureau of Securities, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Bring your questions, learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones, and connect with others committed to keeping our community informed and ready to protect ourselves from scammers.
Bonus: Free food vouchers and an on-site shred truck to help you securely dispose of sensitive documents.
SEATING IS LIMITED, RSVP TODAY TO SECURE YOUR SEAT.FOOD VOUCHERS FOR ATTENDEES

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SABOOR KARRIEM
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West Orange, NJ
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Christ Church in Short Hills

Christ Church in Short Hills will present a solo concert recital by internationally acclaimed organist, Chelsea Chen, on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm. The special concert will feature a selection of traditional organ compositions along with contemporary music. She will perform on the historic, renowned organ at Christ Church in Short Hills, a 63-rank Aeolian-Skinner opus 1347 designed by organ builder Joseph Whiteford in 1960. The instrument, the largest of its kind in the state of New Jersey, was restored in 2015 with a new antiphonal organ and Trompette en Chamadeis.&nbsp;
The Chelsea Chen Organ Concert is presented free of charge. A reception will follow the performance in Parish Hall of Christ Church in Short Hills, located at 66 Highland Avenue, Short Hills, NJ.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ms. Chen’s dynamic recitals have electrified audiences at premier concert and church venues throughout the United States and Asia. The Los Angeles Times has praised Ms. Chen’s “rare musicality” and “lovely lyrical grandeur,” with a compositional style that is “charming and irresistible.” Recent soloist concert appearances include performances with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and the San Diego Symphony, with upcoming concerts in Taiwan and northern Europe.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ms. Chen attended The Juilliard School, receiving her bachelor’s and master’s degrees under the direction of celebrated organists, Paul Jacobs and John Weaver. She later moved to Taiwan as a Fulbright Scholar, where she studied folk songs and composed organ solo and chamber music. She returned to the U.S. to study in the Artist Diploma program at Yale University. Ms. Chen currently resides as Artist-in-Residence at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in New York City.&nbsp;

Christ Church in Short Hills
Christ Church in Short Hills, established in 1882, is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark and the worldwide Anglican Communion. Christ Church in Short Hills is located at 66 Highland Avenue, Short Hills. For more information, please visit:<a href="https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.christchurchshorthills.org</a>.

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Mark Your Calendars. 
November 7 &amp; 8, 11-5pm
Call for Artists and Sponsors! Early-Bird Registration Opens May 5.
More than a hundred local painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers, ceramic artists exhibit and sell their work in their studios and various venues.
Don’t delay! Don’t miss out! Spots fill up quickly!&nbsp;Register now at&nbsp;<a href="https://studiotoursoma.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">studiotoursoma.com/</a>
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES
May 5 - June 14 - Early bird registration ($80)&nbsp;
Jun 15 - July 1 - Extended registration ($95)
The 23rd Annual Studio Tour SOMA
Studio Tour SOMA is an annual, admission-free event held over two days in the townships of Maplewood and South Orange, New Jersey.
Since its inception in 2003, it has drawn visitors from across the tri-state region, offering an authentic and personal glimpse into the daily lives of working artists. Attendees can explore artists' studios firsthand — a unique experience for those looking to start or expand an art collection, and an opportunity to foster meaningful connections between artists and their community.
Entirely volunteer-run, Studio Tour SOMA relies on sponsorship and the generous support of its guests. Consider making a donation or becoming a sponsor for 2026!

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Eric Kiefer

Livingston

Union County

Springfield

Bloomfield

Montclair

Summit

Cranford

Montclair State University

Step into a world of creativity, movement and shared ideas at Express 
Yourself!, a vibrant day of arts, culture and creative exploration 
taking place on Saturday, May 9, in partnership with the Montclair 
Literary Festival. Open to all, 
this celebration invites everyone to explore creative expression in many
 forms.&nbsp;Join us for hands-on workshops and interactive experiences on Saturday, May 9, 2026. All events are open to all and free, but registration is required. Sign up for a single workshop or for the whole day!
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Acting Out: Improv Group Style 
9 -10:15 a.m.,&nbsp; Life Hall room 1200 
Crowd Source Acting is about using improvisation to act in the moment. 
Participants will be guided in an improvisational game that allows them 
to experience dropping into a roll and having the inspiration of those 
around them to achieve a common goal. That goal could be silly, serious,
 or absurd. Join us for a round or two of a game called Family 
Portraits, guided by Theatre department practitioners.
A Moving Experience For All 
10:30-11:45 a.m., Life Hall 1210 
This session will be a dance class for beginners, emphasizing freedom of movement and some basic dance moves. 
Got Art? Take This Workshop 
12:00-1:15 p.m., Calcia Hall 245 
Participants will explore a visual arts technique such as collage, clay 
sculpting, or mixed media and create a unique work. Guided by an artist 
educator, attendees will learn simple methods and experiment with 
materials during the session. 
Snap Snap: Taking Just the Right Picture 
1:30-2:45 p.m., Feliciano School of Business Lawn 
This digital photography workshop will start with a presentation on the 
powerful choices available for capturing and documenting the world with 
your camera. Each participant will be given directions for taking a 
photograph from a specific location on campus. Jenelle Covino, Adjunct 
Professor of Art and Design, will guide participants to utilize basic 
photo retouching principles to bring each digital photograph to life. 
You can bring your digital camera or use your cell phone to photograph 
for this workshop. This workshop is suitable for all ages and all 
experience levels of photography. 
Drumming Up a Crowd, the West African Way 
3:00-4:15 p.m.; Feliciano School of Business Lawn 
The Montclair State University West African Drumming and Dance Ensemble 
will perform and engage everyone to participate in traditional West 
African recreational music. We play a strong weave of polyrhythms on 
traditional drums, bells and rattles, and those in attendance will drum 
with us, sing with us in call and response in a West African language, 
and dance traditional movements with us, directed by calls from the lead
 drum. 
Let’s Get Physical: Writing Poetry about Memory and the Body 
4:30-5:45 p.m. Feliciano School of Business Room 140 
In this generative poetry workshop, we will begin by bringing our 
memories to life on the page. We will then expand to writing about 
embodied experiences. Participants will leave this workshop having 
written two new poems and having received feedback on one of the poems. 
They will also leave with a few additional tools in their writers’ 
toolbox.

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Public Service Electric &amp; Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&amp;G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&amp;G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities.  PSE&amp;G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for 17 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).

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West Orange Wellness Dispensary

West Orange Wellness is a welcoming adult-use cannabis dispensary located in West Orange, New Jersey. Designed with a modern, approachable atmosphere, it offers a comfortable space for both new and experienced customers to explore and shop with confidence. The dispensary features a thoughtfully curated selection of high-quality products, including flower, edibles, concentrates, vaporizers, and more. Whether customers are looking for something new or a trusted favorite, the menu is built to meet a wide range of preferences and experiences. What truly sets West Orange Wellness apart is its knowledgeable and friendly team. Staff members are committed to creating a personalized experience, taking the time to answer questions, provide guidance, and ensure each visit is easy and enjoyable. Conveniently located with easy access for local residents and visitors alike, West Orange Wellness offers a seamless shopping experience with in-store browsing, self-service kiosks, and online ordering for pickup. Rooted in the local community, West Orange Wellness is more than just a dispensary. It is a place where quality products, education, and customer care come together to create a trusted and elevated cannabis retail experience.

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The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

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Welcome to HZY Goods — your neighborhood New Jersey licensed Cannabis Dispensary at 19 Prospect St, East Orange, NJ is Now Open. We’re a local, retro-inspired weed shop built on community, good energy, and premium products that make you feel right. From high-quality flower and pre-rolls to edibles and vapes, everything’s hand-picked for good vibes only. Visit us in-store or order online for fast cannabis delivery near you.

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