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The New Providence Historical Society will take part in this years Union County Four Centuries in a Weekend event, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 17 &amp; Sunday, Oct. 18.

Over 30 historic sites in the county will welcome visitors this weekend.

In New Providence the following sites will be open:

Salt Box Museum, a mid-1800's Farmhouse, 1350 Springfield Ave., open for visitors both Sat. &amp; Sun, 12 noon - 5 p.m. Docent led tours of 4 room farmhouse, consisting of two separate houses that were joined together and years later moved to current site. Period furniture, rope bed, working Edison Phonograph, New Prov. Baseball team display. On display outdoors will be the rebuilt Farm Wagon, once used on two farms in town; foot powered tool sharpening wheel; early hand cranked clothes washing station; and an Ice Plow, once used to harvest blocks of ice. Four Centuries pamphlets, guides and Passports can be picked up and ink stamps available for stamping Passport books. Collectible history cards of Coddington Greenhouse available. Also free “I Visited Salt Box” stickers for youngsters.

Society's 60th Anniversary- There will also be some celebration activities to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the N.P. Hist. Soc., formed in August, 1966.

Archive Room -The Mason Archive Room, located at the rear of the N.P. Memorial Library, 377 Elkwood Ave., will be open to the public only on Saturday, 12 noon - 5 p.m.The Archives contains historical material, archival photos, books, maps, and oral interviews dealing with New Providence. There is a payroll safe from the Coddington Greenhouse Business, at one time the largest in the area; and a collection of bound copies of the Dispatch Newspaper. Images of America, New Providence photo book available for purchase. Phone 908 665-1034.

Graveyard Tours, New Providence Presbyterian Church -On Saturday, 10/17 only, there will be guided tours of the Graveyard of the historic N.P. Presbyterian Church, dating back to 1700's. Tours will be led by society member &amp; trustee, John Sponauer. Tours take place at 12:30 &amp; 1:30 p.m. at 1307 Springfield Ave., within a short walk from Salt Box Museum. Register for tours at NPcemeterytours@gmail.com

Society Fall Program - A free program titled “The History of the Coddington Family Greenhouse Business in New Providence” will take place, Thursday, October 22, 7 p.m., DeCorso Community Center, 15 East Fourth St. Presented by Peter Coddington, descendant and historian. Details in a separate article.

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For more information or to register, contact Nicole Calello at <a href="mailto:ncalello@jfscentralnj.org" target="_blank">ncalello@jfscentralnj.org</a> or 908-352-8375.

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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;
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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.
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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.
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