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Milton A. Votee Park

Women’s Federation for World Peace and Alliance Partners Celebrate International Day of Peace at Teaneck Peace Festival
TEANECK, N.J. — Under the theme "Plant a Seed for Peace, Watch It Grow at Home," the New Jersey chapter of the Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) invited the Peace Starts With Me Alliance of New Jersey to celebrate the International Day of Peace this past weekend.
The Peace Starts With Me Alliance partnered with the Peace Islands Institute NJ to participate in its annual Peace Festival held at Milton A. Votee Park in Teaneck, New Jersey. The alliance brought several of its signature elements and vibrant community contributions to the multicultural celebration:
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 <li>Bridge of Peace Ceremony: Offering WFWP's signature reconciliation ceremony, where individuals from different cultural or religious backgrounds cross a symbolic bridge. Participants make a conscious choice to move from being observers to active partners with a shared promise: to celebrate each other’s heritage, protect each other’s dignity, and weave individual threads into one unbreakable tapestry of peace.</li>
 <li>The Peace Starts With Me Choir &amp; Cultural Performances: Providing uplifting musical performances alongside diverse cultural presentations representing Korea, Japan, China/Taiwan, Turkey, and Ghana.</li>
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Partner Organizations and Interactive Booths
Throughout the festival, affiliated organizations hosted interactive booths, activities, and initiatives to engage attendees of all ages:
<ul>
 <li>Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU): Focused on the vision of "One Family Under God," emphasizing that all people share a divine spiritual origin and are meant to live as one global family. FFWPU invited New Jersey's diverse communities to focus on what unites us, promoting interfaith friendship, mutual respect, and strong families as the primary "School of Love." At their booth, FFWPU offered performances by the Japanese Crane Dancers, distributed "Faith, Freedom, Peace" T-shirts, provided custom calligraphy, hosted a fishing pond, and taught origami for kids.</li>
 <li>Universal Peace Federation (UPF) &amp; American Clergy Leadership Conference (ACLC):
 Highlighted the Peace Road Initiative, introducing the global grassroots movement born out of the 1981 vision for an International Peace Highway initiated by Rev. Sun Myung Moon. His wife, the Mother of Peace, Dr. Hak Ja Han, turned this vision into an annual call to action, encouraging cooperation across national, cultural, and religious borders to advance a more peaceful world.</li>
 <li>Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP): Hosted a booth where attendees could "plant seeds for peace" and take home a small flower pot to nurture at home.</li>
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The festival brought together residents from across New Jersey and Pennsylvania through music, food, and family activities, demonstrating that peace grows when people meet and celebrate together.
The global Peace Starts With Me movement was officially initiated in 2017 by the Mother of Peace, Dr. Hak Ja Han. She launched it as a call to action for a united voice for peace, guided by the "Logic of Love" rather than the logic of power. The Peace Starts With Me Alliance is reigniting its culture of service in honor of Dr. Hak Ja Han’s lifelong commitment to bringing people together as one united family of shared values, mutual respect, and interdependence.
It was a natural fit to partner with the Peace Islands Institute (PII) for this event, as PII is guided by the vision of building "islands of peace"—communities where people from all walks of life interact in friendship and service to strengthen civil society.

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RecRoom

​<a href="https://montclair.ai/?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Montclair.ai</a> is a grassroots community for anyone curious about AI — technical or not, beginner or builder. This time, we're going with AI for Everything: a night of short, practical demos showing how AI is showing up across every part of life and work.
​What to expect
​A handful of short talks and live demos (5–10 minutes each) from local people using AI for real things — no slide decks, no hype, just practical stuff you can learn from. Then plenty of time to actually talk to each other. That's the whole point.
​Schedule
<ul><li>​6:30 — Doors open, refreshments, mingle</li><li>​7:00 — Talks and live demos</li><li>​8:15 — Networking and community conversation</li><li>​9:00 — Wrap</li></ul>
​Details
​📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 6:30–9:00 PM
​📍 RecRoom at Lackawanna Station, 1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ
​🎟️ Free — RSVP required. Space is limited and these nights fill up, so grab your spot.
​🚇 Walkable from Bay Street NJ Transit station. Parking at the Lackawanna Plaza lot and metered spots nearby.
​Want to present?
​We keep the program short and favor live demos and practical walkthroughs — show us something real. Got a 5–10 minute talk, a demo, or an early-stage startup to pitch? Email <a href="mailto:events@montclair.ai" target="_blank">events@montclair.ai</a>.
​Sponsor this night
​We're a grassroots community keeping these nights free. If your company wants to support local AI in Montclair, reach out to <a href="mailto:events@montclair.ai" target="_blank">events@montclair.ai</a> — sponsors help cover the venue costs.<button></button>
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Join C-Line Community Outreach Services / Twin Rivers for our 3rd Annual Community Health Fair, bringing together local organizations, health and wellness providers, businesses, and community members for an afternoon of connection, education, and community resources.
Attendees can explore health and wellness resources, connect with local organizations, enjoy food and music, and take part in activities and giveaways.
Vendor and sponsor registration is still open through September 18 — this is the final week to register! We welcome organizations and businesses interested in connecting with the Paterson community and sharing their services and resources.

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The Wellmont Theater

A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to The Wellmont Theater / Montclair NJ.
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert - it's a time machine. Take A Nostalgic Look Back at 4 Decades of Classic Music That Became the Soundtrack to Our Generation!•
From the poetic soul of James Taylor, the electrifying energy of Carly Simon, to the timeless magic of Carole King - this tribute delivers unforgettable performances that will stir your heart, spark your memories, and get you singing every word.
• CRITICS CALL IT “an emotional musical journey. Truly a multiple generational evening out.
We are proud to say, this show is selling out across the country - don't miss your chance to relive the songs that shaped our lives. Produced by Franke Previte Academy Award winner (I've had) The time of my life Dirty Dancing.&nbsp;tickets taylorsimonking.com or wellmonttheater.com

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Join this monthly artist meetup featuring a live model, life drawing session in a relaxed, supportive environment. Artists ages 16 and up of all skill levels are invited to draw, paint, weave, or collage using provided space and supplies. $15.00 and Pre-registration is required to participate in this creative gathering.

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This Market is held on the Elmwood Park Recreation field across from Saint Leo's Church on Market Street. There will be many vendors selling an array of merchandise from new to gently used 2nd hand, collectibles and so much more. With the cost of everything rising the flea market is a good option to find reasonably priced items. Flea markets are traditionally more affordable for everyday household items, clothing, personal products, essentials, kids' toys, and more. So come check us out you never know what bargains or treasures you may find. Hope to see you there!Please note: All outdoor markets are subject to change based on the weather. In case of inclement weather please check our website, social media or our phone for the latest updates. Thank you, JC Promotions Inc.

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Stars Theatre Company invites young performers to audition for our upcoming production of Willy Wonka Jr., a fun, imaginative, and family‑friendly musical filled with colorful characters, lively songs, and endless creativity. We’re seeking enthusiastic kids who love to sing, act, and bring big energy to the stage.
Join us as we open the gates to Wonka’s magical chocolate factory and search for our Golden Ticket cast. Whether you’re brand new to theatre or already love performing, this is a wonderful opportunity to shine, learn, and be part of a joyful community production.&nbsp;This program is audition‑only and offered as a tuition‑based learning experience designed to give young performers high‑quality training. The full 12‑week session is $350, which includes instruction, rehearsal time, and performance opportunities.
Audition Details: 
• Open to young performers Ages 8-18&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Now accepting video submissions. Hurry Limited Enrollment!&nbsp;
Step into a world of pure imagination — come audition and be part of the sweetest show of the season.

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Union Congregational Church

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at Union Congregational Church. Director Larissa Jaye will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

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