Milton A. Votee Park

Join us for a day filled with cultural celebrations, community connections, live entertainment, delicious food, fun family activities, and to bike, walk, and enjoy the celebration together, Fostering Unity and peace in our community!

Local Event: 7th Annual Peace Festival

Bergen County

Teaneck

New Jersey

7th Annual Peace Festival

Join us for a day filled with cultural celebrations, community connections, live entertainment, delicious food, fun family...

Adam

New York City Metropolitan Area

Fair Lawn-Saddle Brook

Paramus

Caren Lissner

Ridgewood-Glen Rock

River Dell

Hasbrouck Heights

New Milford

Westwood-Hillsdale

Wyckoff

Passaic County

 Jack Slocum

Wayne

Englewood-Englewood Cliffs

Paramus Borough Hall

Join us for a Commemoration Event honoring the memory and legacy of Charlie Kirk alongside a 9/11 Commemoration. This gathering, hosted by The Patriots Club &amp; NJ&nbsp;Action Team, will feature speakers, music, reflection, and an allegiance to the U.S. Flag and Constitution.

Local Event: Honoring Charlie Kirk & Commemorate 9/11 

Honoring Charlie Kirk & Commemorate 9/11 

Join us for a Commemoration Event honoring the memory and legacy of Charlie Kirk alongside a 9/11 Commemoration. This...

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

A New Vision for Paterson
A School Where Students Learn to Build Businesses—and Futures
Purchase your tickets for our community luncheon event: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/universal-business-academy-charter-high-school-fundraiser-saturday--91226" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click HERE</a>
Share a donation to invest in the future of Paterson’s youth: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/fundraiser-for-the-future-uba" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click HERE</a>
Complete our community survey to share your insights into what students need: <a href="https://forms.gle/E7XJd5RU7n5gmx5U8" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click HERE</a>
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

Paterson

Universal Business Academy Charter School -...

A New Vision for Paterson
A School Where Students Learn to Build Businesses—and Futures
Purchase your tickets for our community...

Universal Business Academy Charter School - Fundraiser & Information Event

Midland Park HS

Join us for an exciting gathering of collectors featuring a wide array of sports cards and collectibles. General admission is only $5, and children 12 years and under can enter for free.

Local Event: Bergen County Cards & Collectibles

Bergen County Cards & Collectibles

Join us for an exciting gathering of collectors featuring a wide array of sports cards and collectibles. General admission is...

Zoom

Do you want to to do something good not only for yourself but others. Do you have a few minutes to learn how your experience, skills and interests contribute to better communities through volunteering?
Non-profit agencies need volunteers and there are many different opportunities available– virtual or in person. You choose what works for you, from one-time events to regularly scheduled time.
The Bergen Volunteers Redefining Retirement Program encourages retirees and others to experience the power of making a difference in someone’s life by working with non-profits helping others across Bergen County.
To learn more about the ways to contribute to your community, join our virtual information session on: Wednesday, September 16 at 10:30am on Zoom!
During the session, participants will hear about how to become a volunteer, the Bergen Volunteers Redefining Retirement Program, and the types of volunteer needs and opportunities.
For more information or to obtain the Zoom log in information, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Retirement@bergenvolunteers.org">Retirement@bergenvolunteers.org</a> Or Call: (201) 489-9454 - ext. 206.

Local Event: Volunteer this Fall

Volunteer this Fall

Do you want to to do something good not only for yourself but others. Do you have a few minutes to learn how your experience,...

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>
 Real Estate License Course to prepare for the NJ state exam. Get started in a new career part-time or full-time.SUNDAYS * 9 am - 4:30 pm * Start SEPT 20 - NOV 22, 2026.EVENINGS * 6 pm - 10 pm * TUE/THUR * Start SEPT 22, 2026 WEEKDAYS * 9 am - 3:15 pm * Start OCT 13, 2026WEEKDAYS * 9 am - 3:15 pm * Start NOV 5, 2026 Enroll ONLINE: <a href="https://www.montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">montclairschoolofrealestate.com/enrolling-now-for-upcoming-classes</a>



 973-710-6245 or Email 
MontclairSchoolofRealEstate@gmail.com
 AND we are re-launching a NJ Real Estate Broker Directory to help new Agents find their first broker! If you are Hiring New or Experienced Agents - Get Listed!
 <a href="https://www.NJRealEstateAgentJobs.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NJRealEstateAgentJobs.com</a>

Local Event: Become a NJ Real Estate Agent * IN PERSON or ONLINE * NEW Classes

Essex County

Montclair

Become a NJ Real Estate Agent * IN PERSON or...

CLASS INFORMATION HERE
 Real Estate License Course to prepare for the NJ state exam. Get started in a new career part-time or...

Become a NJ Real Estate Agent * IN PERSON or ONLINE * NEW Classes

Lyncrest Elementary School

All Participants must be registered through Community Pass Please Register at: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/registerflcs" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/registerflcs</a>When: Every Monday from September 28th—November 23rd. 
Tuition: $140 Session 
Times: Session 1: 6:30PM—7:00P.M: For Grades Pre-K thru 1st Grade
 Session 2: 7:00-7:30P.M: For Grades: 2nd through 5th Grade <a href="https://tinyurl.com/registerflcs" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>Join us for an enriching 8-week series designed to nurture children’s socialemotional growth through movement, mindfulness, and joyful connection. Each class invites children to explore self-awareness, spatial awareness, and peer collaboration in a supportive and uplifting environment. Sessions will include a short story read-aloud. Please bring your own yoga mat. A parent or guardian must be present during the duration of class. Class is led by Jenna Columbia, a Certified Special Education Teacher &amp; Certified Children’s Yoga Instructor Please contact instructor with any questions. Email: childcarejenna@gmail.com

Local Event: Register in advance: 8 weeks Children's Yoga Class "Little Stars Yoga"

Register in advance: 8 weeks Children's Yoga...

All Participants must be registered through Community Pass Please Register at: tinyurl.com/registerflcsWhen: Every Monday from...

Register in advance: 8 weeks Children's Yoga Class "Little Stars Yoga"

Montammy Golf Club

We are excited to announce that on Monday, October 5, 2026, Bergen County CASA will host&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://casagolf2026.givesmart.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sixth&nbsp;Annual “FORE” the Kids Golf&nbsp;Classic</a>&nbsp;at&nbsp;the renowned Montammy Golf Club honoring Michael and Toni Ann Edwards!
Spend a day on the course while making a difference in the lives of children in foster care throughout Bergen County. Because every child deserves a fair shot.
This fun-filled day brings together our community of supporters to raise critical funds for the children we serve—abused and neglected youth in Bergen County’s foster care system. Please consider joining us as a sponsor, golfer, or dinner guest. We would love to see you there!
Event Schedule:
Golf:
<ul><li>Registration opens at 9:00 AM</li><li>Brunch at 10:00 AM</li><li>Shotgun start at 12:00 PM</li></ul>
Evening Program (for all guests):
<ul><li>Cocktail hour at 5:00 PM</li><li>Dinner and program to follow</li></ul>
Your participation helps ensure that every foster child in Bergen County has a consistent, caring, and trained advocate by their side. Bergen County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is the only nonprofit in the county that recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers to advocate for children in the foster care system. These Advocates visit regularly, monitor well-being, and advocate in court for children’s medical, educational, and emotional needs—helping them heal and thrive.
Please help us continue this critical work by becoming a sponsor, donating to our auction,&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://casagolf2026.givesmart.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">purchasing&nbsp;tickets</a>&nbsp;to attend.

Local Event: FORE the Kids Golf Classic

Alpine

FORE the Kids Golf Classic

We are excited to announce that on Monday, October 5, 2026, Bergen County CASA will host our Sixth Annual “FORE” the Kids...

An Essex County home inspector has built a free website that lets anyone look up the public records behind a New Jersey property &mdash; building permits, flood zones, fire history, property taxes, and more &mdash; by typing in an address.
The site, Permit &amp; Parcel (oprasearch.app), covers all 564 New Jersey municipalities and pulls only from official sources: state and county databases, FEMA flood maps, and the towns' own municipal codes. There's no account, no email capture, and no cost.
"I kept watching buyers fall in love with a house before anyone checked the paper trail &mdash; the open permits, the flood zone, what the town actually requires when a home changes hands," said Leo Betancor, a Certified Master Inspector based in Cedar Grove and the founder of the site. "All of that is public record. It just wasn't in one place anyone could actually use."
Alongside the main lookup, the site includes free single-purpose tools: a lead-safe inspection lookup showing which of the two state-required inspection methods each town uses under New Jersey's lead paint law, a searchable directory of every DCA-certified lead evaluation and abatement contractor sorted by distance, a fire-incident map built from more than 40 years of state fire records, and a radon map covering every municipality.
A companion site, njflood.zone, gives instant FEMA flood-zone answers for any New Jersey address &mdash; built after the federal government shutdown left FEMA's own map site unreliable &mdash; running on the site's own servers with the complete flood map data for the state loaded locally.
The project was recently featured in <a href="https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-hanover-slash-florham-park/columns/at-home-with-holly/articles/deep-dive-conversations-what-the-house-won-t-tell-you" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">TAPinto</a>'s "At Home with Holly" column. Both sites are free at <a href="https://oprasearch.app" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">oprasearch.app</a> and <a href="https://njflood.zone" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">njflood.zone</a>.

Eric Kiefer

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An Essex County home inspector has built a free website that lets anyone look up the public records behind a New Jersey property — building permits...

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