We are pleased to welcome author, artist, and community advocate Christine Conforti, who will share insights from her creative journey and artistic accomplishments. Conforti believes that art serves a purpose beyond technique or recognition — offering insight, inviting reflection, and influencing those who encounter it. Her work explores themes of love, compassion, and the shared …
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Fireside Fridays Historical Series Ever heard of the Glen-Aerie Inn? Join us at Camp Hope for a Fireside Chat, as we explore the long-forgotten hotels, inns, and cottages that once surrounded Greenwood Lake. Our chat will trace the historical development of Greenwood Lake as a vacation destination between 1850 and 1930, and the broader recreational …
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Join us at the Passaic County Arts Center for our Art Film Series! Every week, on a Friday evening, we will feature an art-inspired film. Explore a variety of genres from animation and musicals to biographies. Bring your family and friends, a blanket or your favorite chair, and snacks for an unforgettable evening in the …
Celebrate the 5th Annual Passaic County Book Festival, a full-day event filled with engaging panels, poetry sessions, and author meet-and-greets. Enjoy family-friendly activities like arts and crafts, story time for kids, and even reading to dogs. With delicious food truck options and a vibrant literary atmosphere, this festival is a perfect celebration of creativity, knowledge, …
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable evening of music at the Clifton Arts Center! On Friday, June 12 at 7:00 PM, the acclaimed New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players present Patriotic Favorites—a stirring program of beloved American classics and patriotic treasures. This spirited string quartet performance honors our nation’s rich musical heritage with brilliance, …
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Join us at the Passaic County Arts Center for our Art Film Series! Every week, on a Friday evening, we will feature an art-inspired film. Explore a variety of genres from animation and musicals to biographies. Bring your family and friends, a blanket or your favorite chair, and snacks for an unforgettable evening in the …
Mark your calendars for June 13-14, 2026, and head to Goffle Brook Park in Hawthorne, NJ, for a free, lively two-day festival where art, music, nature, and community come together in perfect harmony. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of this historic Olmsted-designed park, you’ll discover: Live performances by local artists, from bands to poetry readings Hands-on …
Each month at PCAC, we are dedicating an evening to celebrating "The Greats" - artists whose work shaped art history and continue to inspire us to this day. June's Featured Artwork: Wassily Kandinsky's "Autumn Landscape with Boats (1908)" and the Fauvism movement Bring your favorite beverages and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while you paint. Limited spots available! …
WHAT: Big Blue Swim School is inviting Wayne-area families to get a first look at its brand-new swim school during a fun-filled Family Fun Day celebration ahead of the school’s official opening. Families are encouraged to stop by for an interactive morning designed for both kids and parents, featuring free pre-opening trial swim lessons …
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Fireside Fridays Historical Series Presented by DCHA Program Director Vivian Davis, this Fireside Friday will explore the Emergency Service Corps of World War I, where on the homefront women banded together for preparedness. This talk will specifically focus on Camp Hewitt and the girls who trained in Northern Passaic County. Pre-Registration Required Here
Join us at the Passaic County Arts Center for our Art Film Series! Every week, on a Friday evening, we will feature an art-inspired film. Explore a variety of genres from animation and musicals to biographies. Bring your family and friends, a blanket or your favorite chair, and snacks for an unforgettable evening in the …
Between the 1930s and the 1960s, the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) suspended the liquor licenses of any bar or tavern in the state that was found to serve patrons belonging to the LGBTQ community. In the city of Paterson, a total of 12 establishments were targeted by the ABC under this …