145 Court St, Shop #1, Newark, NJ, 07103

Join us at Fern &amp; Fossil Café for Beat &amp; Botanicals, a monthly summer social where music, plants, and botanical mocktails come together.
Each month, we transform our café into a vibrant, plant-filled lounge featuring live DJ sets by Dana J, a curated menu of refreshing botanical drinks, and a welcoming space to unwind, connect, and vibe with community.
✨ What to Expect:
🎧 Live DJ Set Enjoy a curated soundtrack by Dana J, blending feel-good sounds that carry you from late afternoon into early evening.
🍹 Botanical Mocktail Bar Sip on refreshing, plant-inspired drinks made with ingredients like mint, citrus, hibiscus, and lavender.
🌿 Lounge + Social Vibes Relax in our cozy, plant-filled café—perfect for catching up with friends or meeting new people.
✨ Light Interactive Elements Subtle creative touches throughout the space to spark connection and conversation.
💫 Why You’ll Love It:
Beat &amp; Botanicals is more than an event—it’s a new kind of happy hour. One where you can enjoy great music, beautiful drinks, and meaningful connection—without the bar scene.
🎟 Admission: $5 Cover Your entry supports local artists and helps us continue creating unique community-centered experiences.
🍹 Drinks &amp; café items available for purchase
📍 Location: Fern &amp; Fossil Café, Newark, NJ 🕒 Time: 3PM – 8PM
Come for the music. Stay for the vibe. 🌿✨

Local Event: Beats & Botanicals: A Music & Mocktail Experience

Essex County

Newark

New Jersey

Beats & Botanicals: A Music & Mocktail Experience

Join us at Fern & Fossil Café for Beat & Botanicals, a monthly summer social where music, plants, and botanical mocktails come...

Join us for a special Mother’s Day Plant &amp; Sip in our shop located in Newark, NJ. Light refreshments included.
Location: 145 Court Street, Maker Shop #1, Newark NJ 07103
Date: Mother’s Day - Sunday, May 10, 2026
Time: 1pm-3pm
5” Classic Hanging Glassware
<ul><li>1 Succulent</li><li>1 Crystal Ornament</li><li>Everything you need to create a beautiful terrarium!</li></ul>

Local Event: Mothers Day Plant & Sip 2026

Mothers Day Plant & Sip 2026

Join us for a special Mother’s Day Plant & Sip in our shop located in Newark, NJ. Light refreshments included.
Location: 145...

Looking for a fun night out in Newark? Join us at Fern &amp; Fossil Café for our monthly Game Night! Grab a drink, play some classic board games, and connect with friends (or make new ones).
We’ll have a selection of games ready or you can bring your favorites to share.
Come sip, snack, and play—it’s the perfect way to unwind and spend time with your community.
$5 Admission fee includes choice of one small hot or iced beverage.

Local Event: Game Night at Fern & Fossil Café

Game Night at Fern & Fossil Café

Looking for a fun night out in Newark? Join us at Fern & Fossil Café for our monthly Game Night! Grab a drink, play some...

Sip, Graze &amp; Create in an Enchanted Setting
Step into a dreamy spring evening at Fern &amp; Fossil Café, where tea, florals, and soft golden light come together for an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience.
Join us for the Enchanted Garden Tea Party—a thoughtfully curated gathering designed to help you slow down, connect, and indulge your senses.
As the afternoon fades into evening, you’ll be welcomed into a beautifully styled garden setting, complete with delicate tea service, abundant grazing, and a touch of magic.
<h3>✨ What to Expect</h3>
☕ Curated Tea Service Enjoy a selection of floral and herbal teas, served throughout the evening.
🧀 Garden Grazing Experience Each guest will receive a personal grazing box, with access to a styled grazing table featuring cheeses, fruits, and seasonal accompaniments.
🌿 Enchanted Terrarium Creation Create your own miniature fairy garden terrarium using moss, natural elements, and delicate details—your own little piece of magic to take home.
🌅 Golden Hour Ambiance This experience is timed to capture the beauty of golden hour, transitioning into a cozy, candlelit evening under soft lights.
<h3>🌸 Event Details</h3>
<ul><li>Date: Friday, May 30</li><li>Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM</li><li>Location: Fern &amp; Fossil Café, Newark NJ</li><li>Capacity: Limited to 20 guests</li></ul>
<h3>👗 Attire</h3>
Garden party attire is encouraged. Think florals, soft textures, and pieces that make you feel beautiful and at ease.
<h3>💫 A Note on the Experience</h3>
This is not a traditional workshop—it’s an intimate, sensory experience. You’ll have space to sip, graze, create, and connect at your own pace in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Perfect for:
<ul><li>A girls’ evening out</li><li>A unique date night</li><li>Solo self-care time</li><li>Anyone craving a soft, creative moment this spring</li></ul>
<h3>🎟️ Tickets</h3>
Spots are intentionally limited to maintain an intimate atmosphere. Early booking is highly recommended.

Local Event: Enchanted Garden Tea Party

Enchanted Garden Tea Party

Sip, Graze & Create in an Enchanted Setting
Step into a dreamy spring evening at Fern & Fossil Café, where tea, florals, and...

A curated evening of live music, communal dining, and immersive visuals—dressed in white.
A Night in White takes place on June 13 from 7–11 PM in the Makerhoods courtyard as part of the North to Shore Festival.Price: $19.03 (early bird) - $30.41

Guests are encouraged to wear white attire and enjoy a curated evening of music, art, and community connection. Up to 100 adults will be seated at long communal tables with white linens and chairs, creating a visually cohesive and sophisticated outdoor dining experience.
Spots are limited—each ticket guarantees a reserved seat at the table.
The evening features a live performance by Tronikia, a neo-soul and electronic music collective led by Davion Cottrell Miller and Victor Daze, blending soulful vocals with electronic textures for a dynamic and immersive sound. DJ Dana J, in collaboration with Grounded Music Education, will set the tone during arrival, guide the flow between performances, and close the night with an upbeat set.
Guests will also experience projection-mapped visuals, along with 15 curated food and merchandise vendors, highlighting local Newark and New Jersey-based businesses.
A Night in White is an elegant, under-the-stars gathering designed to bring people together through shared tables, live music, and immersive visuals in a uniquely curated courtyard setting.
This event will take place rain or shine.

Local Event: A Night In White: Music & Projection Under the Stars

A Night In White: Music & Projection Under the...

A curated evening of live music, communal dining, and immersive visuals—dressed in white.
A Night in White takes place on June...

A Night In White: Music & Projection Under the Stars

Fern Fossil

Eric Kiefer

New York City Metropolitan Area

South Orange

Maplewood

West Orange

Bloomfield

Belleville-Nutley

Hudson County

Caren Lissner

Jersey City

Millburn-Short Hills

Union County

Springfield

Cranford

Montclair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: 
Dr. Altarik White, Sr. 
Leaders for Life, Inc. 
awhite@leaders4lifenj.org 
973-698-3001
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Leaders for Life, Inc. and LIUNA Local 3 Announce Workforce Partnership to Connect Newark Residents to Apprenticeship Careers
Press Conference Scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Newark, NJ — May 5, 2026 — Leaders for Life, Inc. (LFL), a Newark-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing opportunities for underserved residents, is proud to announce a new workforce development partnership with LIUNA Local 3.This collaboration will create a direct pipeline to apprenticeship and career opportunities in the construction trades for Newark residents.
A press conference will be held on May 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM to formally launch the partnership and provide community members with access to pre-apprenticeship applications and career pathway information.
This partnership positions Leaders for Life, Inc. as a key community-based talent pipeline, preparing individuals for entry into LIUNA apprenticeship programs through targeted recruitment, work readiness training, and ongoing support.
“Workforce development is about access, preparation, and opportunity,” said Dr. Altarik White, CEO of Leaders for Life, Inc. “This partnership ensures that Newark residents are not only aware of these opportunities, but fully prepared to step into them and succeed."
Through this collaboration:
<ul>
 <li>Leaders for Life will recruit and prepare candidates from Newark </li>
 <li>LIUNA Local 3 will provide access to apprenticeship opportunities and career pathways in the trades </li>
 <li>Both organizations will work together to expand equitable access to family-sustaining careers </li>
</ul>
Applications for apprenticeship opportunities will be distributed onsite at the event.
This initiative reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the local workforce, supporting economic mobility, and creating sustainable career pathways for residents historically underrepresented in the trades.

Local Event: Leaders for Life, Inc. and LIUNA Local 3 Announce Workforce Partnership 

Irvington

Leaders for Life, Inc. and LIUNA Local 3...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: 
Dr. Altarik White, Sr.  
Leaders for Life, Inc. 
awhite@leaders4lifenj.org...

Leaders for Life, Inc. and LIUNA Local 3 Announce Workforce Partnership 

Virtual

Why Attend the Berkeley College Virtual MBA Open House?


 An advanced degree can expand your career opportunities and increase your earning potential. Join the Berkeley College MBA Open House to learn how the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management program can help you advance your career and develop leadership skills in today’s competitive business environment.


 What Makes the MBA in Management Program Unique?

During this event, you will learn what sets the Berkeley College MBA in Management program apart, including:<ul>
 
 <li>Flexibility for working professionals</li>
 <li>The ability to apply concepts from coursework to your current career</li>
 <li>Available concentrations</li>
 <li>Dedicated support services and resources, including Career Services</li>
</ul>

 Available MBA Concentrations

Students in the MBA in Management program can choose from several specialized concentrations, including:<ul>
 
 <li>Accounting (Note: The Accounting Concentration is only offered Online)</li>
 <li>Financial Management</li>
 <li>Healthcare Management</li>
 <li>Human Resources Management</li>
 <li>Law Enforcement Executive Management</li>
 <li>Marketing Management</li>
 <li>Supply Chain Management</li>
</ul>

 The flexible program is designed to accommodate busy work and personal schedules. You’ll have the opportunity to apply concepts from coursework to real-world situations in your career.


 Flexible MBA Program for Working Professionals


 The MBA in Management degree program is offered by Berkeley College New York and Berkeley College Online®. Courses are offered online and at various campuses as identified in the Course Schedule for each semester.


 Meet the Speakers


 Speakers


 Martha Outz -- Executive Director at Sinceri Senior Living 
 Justyna Glazewski -- AVP Human Resources at Spenser Bank


 Event Details


 Registration is required for this free virtual event. 
 An access link will be emailed upon confirmation. 
 For more information call 855-377-6171.

Local Event: MBA Open House at Berkeley College

Bergen County

Paramus

MBA Open House at Berkeley College


    Why Attend the Berkeley College Virtual MBA Open House?


    An advanced degree can expand your career opportunities and...

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.

Local Event: Express Yourself! A Day of Creativity, Community and Discovery

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