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The Battle for Great Notch Wargame

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Step into the shoes of George Washington and experience the excitement of the fictional Battle of Great Notch in an immersive tabletop wargame event. Command your troops and test your tactical skills as you learn about the predicament of the Continental Army in October of 1780 while encamped at Dey Mansion. Event is free but …

Introduction to Bomba

Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

Wednesdays | 6:30pm – 8pm | July 16th to August 20th Learn about the rich history and culture of Bomba every Wednesday night in our Introduction to Bomba class. Instructor Chris Rodriguez will be using the essential instruments and rhythms of Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba to teach about social well-being. Through group drumming and dance, students …

Lecture Series: A Family Divided: Benjamin Franklin on His Complicated Relationship with William Franklin

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Join us for a thought-provoking lecture exploring the complex relationship between Benjamin Franklin and his son, William Franklin. Discover the personal and political tensions that defined their bond during the American Revolution, and how their differing loyalties shaped their lives. This lecture is provided by Museum Attendant Paul Maloney who will be portraying the famous …

Lecture: Washington and the Marquis de Chastellux

Dey Mansion is proud to welcome Dr. Iris de Rode for a special lecture on the historic 1780 meeting between General George Washington and the Marquis de Chastellux, which took place on this very site. A major general in Rochambeau’s expeditionary force, Chastellux was responsible for logistics, strategic planning, and—most importantly—served as the essential liaison …

Free

First Oval Office Project Tent Setup

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Join us and the Museum of the American Revolution in setting up the First Oval Office Project. Participants will learn about Washington’s War tent, members of Washington’s military “Family” and more! Participation is $5 and goes to the Friends of Dey Mansion.

$5

First Oval Office Project at Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

General George Washington’s War Tent will return to Dey Mansion for the first time in 245 years as the County of Passaic will host the Museum of the American Revolution’s First Oval Office Project. Enjoy diverse programs, live music, 18th-century games, arts and crafts, and engaging demonstrations that will transport you back to the Revolutionary …

Tuesdays at the Plaza

Passaic County Courthouse Plaza 79 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ

Every other Tuesday at the Passaic County Courthouse Plaza, you can enjoy live music, a farmer's market, food trucks and information from local organizations. Vendors for July 22, 2025 Informational McKinney-Vento Education for Homless Children & Youth Program A Better Market Hackensack University Medical Center (Community Outreach and Engagement) Visions Federal Credit Union Partnership for …

Vintage Baseball Game

Goffle Brook Park 675 Goffle Road, Hawthorne, NJ

Take yourself out to the old ball game as we celebrate Passaic County’s Baseball History Month with an action-packed 19th-century double-header featuring the legendary Brooklyn Atlantics! Get ready for vintage vibes—no gloves, old-school uniforms, and the quirky rules of baseball before it became America’s favorite pastime. It’s a fun, family-friendly throwback to the days when …

Jazz Dance Class

Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

Thursdays | 6pm – 7pm | July 31st – September 11th Join us for Jazz Dance Class! Get ready to groove, jump, and jazz your way through an unforgettable class with Miss Izzy from Mariann’s School of Dance. This high-energy jazz dance class for kids ages 8-11 is the ultimate way to unleash your inner …

Tuesdays at the Plaza

Passaic County Courthouse Plaza 79 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ

Every other Tuesday at the Passaic County Courthouse Plaza, you can enjoy live music, a farmer's market, food trucks and information from local organizations. Vendors for August 5, 2025 Informational A Better Market Hackensack University Medical Center (Community Outreach and Engagement) Visions Federal Credit Union Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey …

Passaic County Fair

Garret Mountain Reservation

Join us for a fun-filled weekend at the Passaic County Fair, running from August 14th - 17th! Enjoy exciting rides, fireworks, games, food, a beer garden, live music, and health screenings for the whole family. Admission is free, with a $5 parking fee.

Tuesdays at the Plaza

Passaic County Courthouse Plaza 79 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ

Every other Tuesday at the Passaic County Courthouse Plaza, you can enjoy live music, a farmer's market, food trucks and information from local organizations. Vendors for August 19, 2025 Informational McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children & Youth Program A Better Market Visions Federal Credit Union Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey …