Charisse Fitzgerald

Union County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Springfield

New Jersey

Summit

New Providence-Berkeley Heights

Essex County

Millburn-Short Hills

Cranford

Alexis Tarrazi

Westfield

Maplewood

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Clark-Garwood

Morris County

Chatham

Scotch Plains-Fanwood

The Woodland

Join Durand-Hedden for The People’s House? The Reality of Personal Taste in the White House, a talk with Ulysses Grant Dietz. Dietz will survey how the interiors at the White House have changed from the 1817 rebuilding after the 1814 burning, to the sixty-six years since the Kennedy renovations of 1960. Historical images will underscore the reality that no administration has ever left the White House alone, all making changes to represent their vision of home, and how the president and his family would be represented in the world. 
Dietz worked with the Newark Museum for 37 years, much of that time as Curator of Decorative Arts. He is the author of books on Victorian furniture, art pottery, studio ceramics, jewelry, and the White House. He is the great-great-grandson of U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant.
Doors will open at 1:30 pm on Sunday, October 11, and the talk will begin at 2 pm at The Woodland Parlor, 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. Pre-registration is requested and available at <a href="https://www.durandhedden.org/dhh-events/peoples-house?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=peoples_house_oct2026&amp;utm_content=paid-calendar_listing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DurandHedden.org</a>. The talk will be followed by a reception with light refreshments at Durand Hedden House, 523 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood.
Durand-Hedden House &amp; Garden Members should choose Member tickets, with additional event-specific donations always welcome. The event is free for all, but non-members are asked to consider making a donation when getting tickets to support the House, grounds, and our programming. Information on Membership is available on our website. Membership starts at just $25 a year.
Parking for Durand-Hedden House is available on nearby streets.
About Durand-Hedden House and Garden 
The Durand-Hedden House and Garden Association is Maplewood’s historic house museum, dedicated to creating engaging and informative educational programs and materials about the local history of Maplewood and surrounding communities, natural history, and other related topics. The House, at 523 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood, is open once a month between September and June. For more information, visit our website at durandhedden.org. To arrange group tours, write to info@durandhedden.org. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter.

Local Event: The People’s House? The Reality of Personal Taste in the White House

The People’s House? The Reality of Personal...

Join Durand-Hedden for The People’s House? The Reality of Personal Taste in the White House, a talk with Ulysses Grant Dietz....

The People’s House? The Reality of Personal Taste in the White House

The New Jersey Convention And Expo Center

Experience the ultimate treasure hunt at this amazing antiques flea event featuring everything from fine jewelry and &nbsp;furniture to vintage clothing &nbsp;and decorative arts. Secure your entry for just $15, which covers admission for both days of this spectacular market.Sat.9-6 Sun. 10-4$15 good for both days Children 12 and under are free

Local Event: NJ Big Flea Antiques Event

Middlesex County

Edison-Metuchen

NJ Big Flea Antiques Event

Experience the ultimate treasure hunt at this amazing antiques flea event featuring everything from fine jewelry and  furniture...

One Happy Camper NJ with Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ is hosting CampFest on October 18 from 12-2 p.m. in Westfield, NJ. This free community-wide celebration of Jewish camps includes a camp fair featuring 20+ top sleepaway camps, camp-style activities, a swag customization station, the Ultimate Camp Canteen, family-friendly lunch, and ice cream. It’s a great fit for families exploring camp for 2027, 2028, or beyond. Registration is required at <a href="https://www.jfedgmw.org/campfest26" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.jfedgmw.org/campfest26</a>. Sign up in advance for a chance to win a $500 Airbnb gift card.

Local Event: CampFest 2026: free community event by One Happy Camper & Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ

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One Happy Camper NJ with Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ is hosting  CampFest on October 18 from 12-2 p.m. in...

CampFest 2026: free community event by One Happy Camper & Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ

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.

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.

The Board and Staff of Jewish Family Service of Central NJ announce that the Coffee House Social Day Program for Adults with Memory Loss is now available at two convenient locations.Jewish Family Service of Central NJ Halpern Building
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
655 Westfield Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ
Subsidies available for Union County residents who qualify.
Lunch and Snacks provided.
Contact: Lisa Tognola, LSW, CDP, <a href="mailto:ltognola@jfscentralnj.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">ltognola@jfscentralnj.org</a>, 908-352-8375, ext. 304.
Starting November 2, 2026
JCC of Central NJ Wilf Community Campus

Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
1391 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ
Lunch and Snacks provided.
Transportation may be available upon request.
Contact: Camren Fitzsimmons, MSW, <a href="mailto:cfitzsimmons@jfscentralnj.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">cfitzsimmons@jfscentralnj.org</a>, 908-352-8375, ext. 138.
The Coffee House provides a welcoming, supportive environment where adults with memory loss can enjoy socialization, meaningful activities, companionship and connection, while giving family caregivers valuable respite and peace of mind.
With programming at both locations, families have greater flexibility in choosing a location that works best for their needs.

The Coffee House at JFS & JCC

The Board and Staff of Jewish Family Service of Central NJ announce that the Coffee House Social Day Program for Adults with Memory Loss is now...

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