2024 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES
2024 OFFICIAL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES: Mark your calendars! Join the East Orange City Council for our regular council meetings.
For more information, and to contact your council representative, visit http://tinyurl.com/eocitycouncil or call 973-266-5120
Holiday House Decorating Contest
It’s time to deck the halls, y’all, and light up East Orange with holiday spirit! Enter our Holiday House Decorating Contest for a chance to win $300, $200, $100, or $50 gift card prizes!
Entries must be submitted by December 18. Send us your photos and contact information by visiting tinyurl.com/EOHOLIDAY24! For more information, please call 973.266.5151.
Senior Self-Defense Classes
Free Senior Self-Defense Classes every Friday between 1pm-2pm at the Fellowship Civic Center for East Orange seniors 60+! Learn how to become stronger, healthier, and sharper! Walk-ins are welcome!
For more information, please call 973.414.4141.
Annual City-Wide Toy Drive
Our Annual City-Wide Toy Drive has begun! Until December 11, you can drop off new, unwrapped toys to any of the following locations:
1. City Hall – 44 City Hall PI.
2. EOFD HQ – 468 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.
3. Bowser Senior Center – 90 Halsted St.
4. Fellowship Civic Center – 1 Fellowship Cir./ Greenwood Ave.
5. CareWell Health Medical Center Lobby – 300 Central
Ave.
6. EO Public Library – 21 S. Arlington Ave.
7. EO Golf Course – 440 Parsonage Hill Rd., Short Hills,
NJ
Caroling at the Plaza
Join us for Caroling at the Plaza! Experience the magic of the season with live performances by talented choirs and dance troupes in the heart of East Orange.
Dates & Performances:
• Cicely L. Tyson Middle School Choir: Fri, Dec 6 @ Noon
• Jackson Academy Vocal Ensemble: Fri, Dec 13 @ Noon
• Whitney Houston Dance Troupe: Wed, Dec 18 @ Noon
• Cicely L. Tyson High School Choir: Fri, Dec 20 @ Noon
Location: East Orange City Hall Rotunda
44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, NJ
All are welcome! For more info, call 973.266.5151. Let’s celebrate the holidays together!
Come Get Your [Ice] Skate On!
Save the Date! This year, on Thurs, Dec 12 between 4:30pm-9pm, City Hall Plaza will be transformed into a winter wonderland with our annual tree lighting, caroling, and plenty of ice skating fun!
There will also be caroling, hot chocolate and cookies, and photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and that mean ol’ Grinch!
Children between 5-17 must have a waiver signed by parent and/or guardian on site. Open skating will start at 5pm. Skates will be provided or you may bring your own!
For more information, please call 973.414.4141. This event is free and open to the public.
Annual Toy & Coat Drive
Come join us for our Annual Toy & Coat Drive on Tues, Dec 17 at Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge! All donations will be distributed to East Orange residents, helping to spread warmth and joy this holiday season! The event begins at 5pm and will include a complimentary buffet until 8pm.
Guests are asked to bring either an unwrapped toy for age 3-15 or a new coat (XS-3X) for admission.
For more information, please call 973.266.5151.
Mammogram and Pap Smear Screenings
Ladies, it’s time to prioritize YOU! This December, let’s close out the year by taking a powerful step toward better health.
Date: Tuesday, December 19
Location: Bowser Family Senior Building, 90
Halstead Street
Time: 9 AM – 3 PM
FREE Mammogram and Pap Smear Screenings brought to you by the City of East Orange, in partnership with University Hospital and Rutgers Health Cancer Institute.
Eligibility:
Mammograms: Women 40+ who’ve never had one or had their last one over a year ago.
Pap Smears: Uninsured women 21+
• Why get screened? Because you deserve the peace of mind that comes with taking care of yourself. Early detection saves lives, and this is your chance to get state-of-the-art 3D imaging in a comfortable, spa-like mobile unit-right here in East Orange!
Register today!
Scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/ eomammogram to secure your appointment.
Have questions? We’re here for you-call 973.266.5480 or text 862.400.0138 for assistance.
Let’s finish 2024 with strength and purpose. Tag a friend, bring a neighbor, and let’s show up for our health-because we’re stronger together, East Orange.
Kwanzaa Celebration
Join us on Monday, December 30 at 5 p.m. at the Bowser Family Senior Center (90 Halsted Street) for this year’s Kwanzaa Celebration!
For more information on the event, please call the Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs at 973-414-4141
