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The Fair this year features a SMART HOME AND BUSINESS ZONE: Discover practical ways to make your home or business more energy-efficient, comfortable, and sustainable. Meet local experts to see new technologies, find financial incentives, and get practical advice on how to save energy, save water, cut your bills, and cut carbon.&nbsp;&nbsp; Elsewhere learn some cool facts about bees, visit a bear den, learn about local nature walks and Morris County Park programs, pick up a free native plant or seed packet. Check out fully electric gardening equipment and see a robot lawn mower in action.&nbsp; Take a tour of the Borough's new Biodiversity Garden 11:00AM and 12:30PM. Talk to local owners about their experiences owning and driving an electric vehicle and check out the Borough's new EV Truck. The Fair is alongside the Farmer's Market with food trucks, live music, delicious produce, and other artisanal vendors.

Local Event: Sustainability Fair and EV EXPO

Sustainability Fair and EV EXPO

The Fair this year features a SMART HOME AND BUSINESS ZONE: Discover practical ways to make your home or business more...

Maplewood Village

A carefully curated open-air market and all-day gathering with 130+ independent makers, vintage curators, artists, food, drinks and live music throughout Maplewood Village.

Local Event: Baker Street Fall Flea

Baker Street Fall Flea

A carefully curated open-air market and all-day gathering with 130+ independent makers, vintage curators, artists, food, drinks...

Vivid Stage

New school year. New routines. New plans. Same questionable judgment.
Join Too Old For That! for a night of completely improvised comedy where every scene, character and ridiculous decision is created live from audience suggestions.
There’s no script, no safety net and absolutely no guarantee anyone on stage will make the right choice.
Expect fast-paced games, unexpected characters, questionable decisions and scenes that can go anywhere.
Every show is different because every show is created in the moment — with the audience helping inspire what happens next.
📍 Vivid Stage – Summit, NJ 🗓 September 19th | 8:00 PM
Come celebrate new beginnings.
And all the bad decisions that usually follow.

Local Event: Too Old For That Improv: New Beginnings, Bad Decisions

Too Old For That Improv: New Beginnings, Bad...

New school year. New routines. New plans. Same questionable judgment.
Join Too Old For That! for a night of completely...

Too Old For That Improv: New Beginnings, Bad Decisions

UMC Summit 17 Kent Place Blvd., Summit NJ

Fall Kick-Off Sunday – September 20!
Join us as we launch an exciting new year of worship, and fellowship at the United Methodist Church of Summit!
9:15 AM – Social Skills Class
9:30 AM – Chancel Choir
10:30 AM – Worship Service
10:45 AM – Sunday School Kick-Off (Children begin in worship before being dismissed to their classes.)
11:30 AM – Church Picnic
12:00 PM – Petting Zoo
There's something for everyone! Invite your family, friends, and neighbors as we celebrate the start of a wonderful new season together.

Local Event: Kick-Off Sunday

Kick-Off Sunday

Fall Kick-Off Sunday – September 20!
Join us as we launch an exciting new year of worship, and fellowship at the United...

Join us for a day of furry friends, community, and the opportunity to help pets in need find loving homes! On Sunday, September 20th, we are hosting our 6th Annual Pet Adoption Day (from 11am-3pm) at our Elmwood Park Financial Center at 680 River Drive, Elmwood Park NJ. Five local rescue organizations will be bringing their adoptable pets to the Financial Center parking lot to find their fur-ever homes! There will also be refreshments, food and giveaways. We hope to see you there! Learn more:&nbsp;www.spencersavings.com/adopt-a-pet-change-a-life/<a href="https://www.spencersavings.com/adopt-a-pet-change-a-life/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Adopt a Pet, Change a Life - Spencer Savings Bank: Personal and Business Banking in NJ</a>

Local Event: Spencer Savings Bank Hosts Pet Adoption Day

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Elmwood Park

Spencer Savings Bank Hosts Pet Adoption Day

Join us for a day of furry friends, community, and the opportunity to help pets in need find loving homes! On Sunday, September...

Threads of Chaos is Sew Dandelions’ 2026 student fashion show, featuring original work designed and fully created by young fashion students, ages 8-14, during our summer programs in New Providence.
Throughout the summer, students explored themes inspired by Marie Antoinette at Versailles, Yohji Yamamoto, 1980s art and fashion, underwater worlds, French confectionery, and more. Their work includes garments, accessories, headpieces, jewelry, and wearable art - each interpreted in the student’s own way.
On Sunday, September 20, the work leaves the studio and comes to life on the runway.
The show will include runway music and transitions by Jason Gioia aka DJ Metal Minds and THORO Entertainment,&nbsp;professional photography, and a full presentation of the students’ summer collections.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 Doors open at 3:30 PM Fashion show begins at 4:00 PM
Sew Dandelions Studios 309 South Street New Providence, NJ
Tickets: Adults - $10 Children ages 3–16 - $5 Children under 3 - free
Advance tickets are recommended, as seating is limited.
Tickets and event details: <a href="https://sewdandelions.com/threads-of-chaos-fashion-show" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://sewdandelions.com/threads-of-chaos-fashion-show</a>

Local Event: SEE WHAT KIDS CAN MAKE. Threads of Chaos Student Fashion Show September 20 • New Providence

SEE WHAT KIDS CAN MAKE. Threads of Chaos...

Threads of Chaos is Sew Dandelions’ 2026 student fashion show, featuring original work designed and fully created by young...

SEE WHAT KIDS CAN MAKE. Threads of Chaos Student Fashion Show September 20 • New Providence

Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

<h3>Families Can Explore Summer 2027 at the September 26 Open House</h3>
Families thinking ahead to summer 2027 are invited to visit Meadowbrook Country Day Camp during an Open House on Saturday, September 26, from 12–4 p.m. at 73 East Valley Brook Road in Long Valley.
The Open House is by appointment only. Families can reserve a time by emailing <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com</a>.
During their visit, prospective camp families will have an opportunity to meet members of Meadowbrook’s leadership team, learn about the camp’s programs and philosophy, and tour its expansive wooded campus.
“There’s no substitute for coming to Meadowbrook, walking the grounds and seeing what makes the camp so special,” said owner Mason Goldberg. “We want families to get a real feel for the community their children can become part of.”
<h2>More Than a Summer Schedule</h2>
Meadowbrook Country Day Camp is an American Camp Association-accredited day camp located on a 50-acre campus in Long Valley. The camp serves children ages 3–15 and offers programming designed to help campers build confidence, independence, friendships and lifelong memories.
At the heart of the Meadowbrook experience are three priorities: family, connection and safety.
Campers become part of a caring, supportive community where they can form meaningful friendships, try new things and develop greater confidence and independence. Meadowbrook also places a strong emphasis on creating an environment where every camper feels safe, supported and included.
The camp’s TIGER core values — Teamwork, Integrity, Generosity, Enthusiasm and Respect — are incorporated throughout the summer, encouraging campers and staff to carry those lessons with them both at camp and beyond.
<h2>A Summer Filled With Possibilities</h2>
No two days at Meadowbrook are exactly alike.
Campers can spend their summers swimming in heated pools, playing sports, boating, mountain biking, taking on ropes and challenge courses, creating art, cooking, dancing, exploring nature and participating in special events and themed activities.
The variety allows children to enjoy the activities they already love while also discovering new interests and challenging themselves in new ways.
Older campers can also participate in travel programs that combine time at Meadowbrook with off-site adventures and experiences.
And while the activities are a big part of camp, the friendships and memories children create along the way are often what stay with them the longest.
<h2>Convenience for Busy Families</h2>
Meadowbrook also offers features designed to make summer easier for parents.
The camp provides door-to-door bus transportation throughout many North Jersey communities, with routes serving areas throughout Morris, Essex, Union, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset counties.
Before-care and after-care are also available, and lunch is served daily.
Another feature appreciated by Meadowbrook families is that staff tips are included in tuition, eliminating an additional end-of-summer expense.
<h2>A Place Kids Want to Come Back To</h2>
For Goldberg, whose own children have attended Meadowbrook, creating a successful camp experience goes far beyond filling a child’s day with activities.
The goal is to give campers a place where they feel known, supported and excited to return each morning.
Over the course of a summer, children have opportunities to become more independent, build confidence, develop friendships and experience the traditions and moments that make camp memorable.
Those experiences can become part of a child’s story long after the summer ends.
<h2>Plan Your Visit</h2>
Families interested in learning more about Summer 2027 can attend Meadowbrook Country Day Camp’s Open House on:
Saturday, September 26 
12–4 p.m. 
By appointment only
To RSVP, email <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com</a>.
Meadowbrook Country Day Camp 
73 East Valley Brook Road 
Long Valley, NJ 07853 
MeadowbrookDayCamp.com

Local Event: A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

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Sunny Scrambled

<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/back-to-school-with-the-mom-coms-tickets-1995599932117?sg=ed0f99181f4a2fba36cd7944f72f3fc632b6633af9388a84508229b122033fd121deee2dae4fad426b18c8819f6dd1e5deebd150ecdde1ce1819e62052beac5e63a39355ffcef11d6eda6e2490&amp;aff=ebdsshios" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Buy Tickets on Eventbrite Here</a>Join headliner GL Douglas and an ensemble of talented comedians for a night of laughter to celebrate the back-to-school season. Enjoy a delightful evening featuring wine, light bites, and lasagna provided by The Mom Coms. Tickets are available for purchase via Eventbrite.

Local Event: The Mom Coms: Back to School

The Mom Coms: Back to School

Buy Tickets on Eventbrite HereJoin headliner GL Douglas and an ensemble of talented comedians for a night of laughter to...

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