Union College

Join the Cranford Jaycees for a festive evening of beer, food, and live music from The Reflux Capacitors. This community celebration is a benefit for the Cranford First Aid Squad and other local causes, promising a great time for a great purpose.

Local Event: 13th Annual 2026 Oktoberfest

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New Jersey

13th Annual 2026 Oktoberfest

Join the Cranford Jaycees for a festive evening of beer, food, and live music from The Reflux Capacitors. This community...

Cranford Jaycees

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Carly Baldwin

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Fairview Cemetery & Arboretum

CALLING ALL BIRD ENTHUSIASTS - BIRD WALK AT FAIRVIEW – September 26, 2026

Local Event: Early Morning Bird Walk

Early Morning Bird Walk

CALLING ALL BIRD ENTHUSIASTS - BIRD WALK AT FAIRVIEW – September 26, 2026

Erxleben Recreation Center 513 Richmond Street Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Wellpoint New Jersey Sponsors “Latif Rivers Day” in Elizabeth
Family Day to Acknowledge Elizabeth, New Jersey Native’s Contribution to Literacy
WHEN: Saturday, September 26, 2026 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Erxleben Recreation Center 513 Richmond Street Elizabeth, NJ 07202
WHAT: Wellpoint New Jersey will sponsor Latif Rivers Day, a free community celebration honoring the Elizabeth native, Harlem Globetrotter, children’s author, and youth literacy advocate Latif “Jet” Rivers.
Families can enjoy free food, free haircuts, amusement rides, a bouncy house, a live DJ, basketball games, and other activities throughout the day. The “Latif Rivers Day” Soccer Skills Challenge starts at 12:00 PM. Free haircuts will be available from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Rivers, a graduate of Elizabeth High School, played college basketball at Wagner College before joining the Harlem Globetrotters in 2017. Now entering his tenth year with the organization, he has expanded his work beyond basketball to focus on youth education, literacy, and community engagement. He is the author of My Home and Where I’m From, a children’s book that encourages young people to celebrate their identity, community, and personal stories.
Rivers has previously partnered with Wellpoint New Jersey on literacy programming, including the company’s Read Across New Jersey initiative, where he has encouraged elementary school students to read, tell their own stories, and take pride in where they come from.
Wellpoint New Jersey’s support of Latif Rivers Day continues its broader commitment to supporting children and families through literacy, health, community engagement, and locally focused partnerships across New Jersey.

Local Event: Wellpoint New Jersey Sponsors “Latif Rivers Day” in Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Wellpoint New Jersey Sponsors “Latif Rivers...


Wellpoint New Jersey Sponsors “Latif Rivers Day” in Elizabeth
Family Day to Acknowledge Elizabeth, New Jersey Native’s...

Wellpoint New Jersey Sponsors “Latif Rivers Day” in Elizabeth

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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Union High School

Lace up your sneakers for the 2026 Mayor's Day 5K, where runners of all ages can compete for prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups. A portion of this year's proceeds will go to help a local family in need, making your participation a great way to support the community.This year's recipient is Union resident Marcos Rodriguez, who became a quadriplegic after a swimming accident.&nbsp; He and his family now struggle with mounting medical debt for his treatment and care.

Local Event: Greater Union Township Mayor's Day 5K

Greater Union Township Mayor's Day 5K

Lace up your sneakers for the 2026 Mayor's Day 5K, where runners of all ages can compete for prizes awarded to the top three...

Held Along Intersection of South Ave. & Martine Ave.

Hosted by the Borough of Fanwood NJ &amp; the Fanny Wood Day Committee, Fanny Wood Day is much more than just a street fair.
Shop… with quality exhibitors selling merchandise such as jewelry, handbags, sports collectibles, clothing, home decor, and much more. There is a special section with handmade crafts from local and nearby crafters and artisans with unique one-of-a-kind items. Don’t miss stopping by the many local merchants &amp; civic organizations to see what goodies they are handing out.
Fun games &amp; activities…from 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. – Visit us at the south side train station parking lot on South Ave in the Kids Zone. Free activities, Corn hole games, Soccer goal kicks, Obstacle courses, pizza eating, ice cream eating, bubble blowing, water balloon toss, and more!
Delicious food…If contests aren’t your thing, grab some delicious food from one of the many food exhibitors and trucks. Some of the foods being sold are gourmet empanadas, tornado potatoes, shish kabob, gyros, chicken fingers &amp; fries, hot dogs, hamburgers, freshly squeezed lemonade, ice cream &amp; lemon ice, sausage &amp; peppers, steak sandwiches, zeppoles, funnel cakes, and more!
Live Music...Don’t miss the hot show we have planned with live music from local bands. There will be chairs and tables set up so you can relax, eat, and enjoy the show all day long.
Parking…Customer parking is available at the train station on the north side. Use this address to find that station: 234 North Ave., Fanwood, NJ.
Fanny Wood Day has something to offer everyone, so kick back for some serious people-watching, stroll the many interesting booths, visit the local merchants, eat some great food while listening to music, and enjoy a beautiful day in Fanwood.

Local Event: Fannywood Day Street Fair & Food Truck Fest

Fanwood

Fannywood Day Street Fair & Food Truck Fest

Hosted by the Borough of Fanwood NJ & the Fanny Wood Day Committee, Fanny Wood Day is much more than just a street fair.
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