BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Elizabeth, NJ - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Elizabeth, NJ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260416T024958 CREATED:20250812T145247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T124936Z UID:1221-1759276800-1793491199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Launch of Elizabeth Ambassador Tourism Certification DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Ambassador Tourism Certification (Free\, Online)\n Dates: Starting October 1\, 2025 (self-paced; enroll any time during the month) \n Format: 100% Online\, On-Demand \n Cost: Free \n Enroll Now: \n \n tourismcertification.goelizabethnj.com/courses/elizabeth-ambassador\n \n \n\n About the Course\n Become an Elizabeth Ambassador and help visitors discover our city with confidence and pride. This short\, self-paced certification introduces local history highlights\, must-see attractions\, getting around\, and hospitality best practices for welcoming guests during America’s 250th and beyond. \n\n Who Should Enroll\n \n Residents who love sharing Elizabeth’s story\n Volunteers and event staff\n Frontline teams in retail\, dining\, lodging\, transportation\, and attractions\n \n\n What You’ll Gain\n \n Elizabeth Ambassador Certificate of Completion\n Local talking points and wayfinding basics\n Confidence engaging with visitors and groups\n \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n \n How long does the course take?\n \n It’s self-paced. Most learners finish in a short session\, but you can pause and return anytime during October 2025. \n \n \n \n Is there a cost?\n \n No. The Elizabeth Ambassador Tourism Certification is free. \n \n \n \n Who can enroll?\n \n Anyone—residents\, volunteers\, and workers who want to welcome visitors to Elizabeth. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/launch-of-elizabeth-ambassador-tourism-certification/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:Launch - October 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/elizabeth-amabassador-events.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee":MAILTO:info@goelizabethnj250.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260416T024958 CREATED:20260219T141744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141744Z UID:1933-1772323200-1775001599@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:March 2026 REV250 Events | Elizabeth Library DESCRIPTION:American Revolutions: REV250 at the Elizabeth Public Library\nMarch 2026 Programming\nThe Elizabeth Public Library continues its REV250 series with a month of engaging exhibits\, historical talks\, crafts\, and family programs commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nRegistration is required for select programs. Visit elizpl.org or call (908) 354-6060 for assistance. \nMini Exhibit\nIndigenous History & Role in the Revolution\nMarch 4–31\, 2026\nMain Branch – Third Floor\, Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case \n\nTeen Program\nWill It Pickle? (Registration Required)\nMarch 2 – EPort Branch\nMarch 3 – Main Branch\nMarch 9 – Elmora Branch\nMarch 10 – LaCorte Branch \n\nAdult Programs\nGlitter CDs\nMarch 7 – Main Branch\nMarch 12 – EPort Branch \nCandle Making\nMarch 21 – Main Branch \nPolly Sumner: A Historical Talk for Adults (Registration Required)\nMarch 30 – Elmora Branch \n\nChildren’s Programs\nPatriotic Lantern Crafts (Registration Required – Limit 20)\nMarch 19 – LaCorte Branch \nAmerican Flag Latch Hook Rug Storytime\nMarch 19 – EPort Branch \nPolly Sumner: If This Doll Could Talk (Registration Required)\nMarch 30 – Elmora Branch \n\nWhy This Matters\nThrough hands-on activities and historical storytelling\, the Elizabeth Public Library is helping residents of all ages engage with Revolutionary history in meaningful\, accessible ways as our city approaches America’s 250th Anniversary. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/march-2026-rev250-events-elizabeth-library/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:EPL Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rev250-march-master-calender.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260416T024958 CREATED:20260219T140924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150052Z UID:1927-1772582400-1775001599@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Indigenous History Exhibit | Elizabeth NJ REV250 DESCRIPTION:American Revolutions: REV250 at the Elizabeth Public Library\nIndigenous History & Role in the Revolution\nAs part of the REV250 commemoration\, the Elizabeth Public Library presents a month-long mini exhibit exploring the role of Indigenous peoples in the American Revolution. \nThis exhibit highlights the perspectives\, contributions\, and complex realities Indigenous communities faced during the founding of the United States. Visitors are invited to reflect on how these histories intersect with Elizabeth’s own Revolutionary-era story. \nExhibit Dates\nMarch 4 – March 31\, 2026 \nLocation:\nElizabeth Public Library\nThird Floor – Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case\n11 S. Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \nPhone: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220\nWebsite: elizpl.org \n\nPart of the REV250 Series\nThis exhibit is part of the American Revolutions series at the Elizabeth Public Library\, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through monthly exhibits highlighting Revolutionary events and Elizabeth natives. \n\nWhy This Matters\nAs Elizabeth approaches America’s 250th Anniversary\, revisiting the Revolutionary era through multiple perspectives ensures that the story of our city reflects the full depth and complexity of our shared history. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/indigenous-history-exhibit-elizabeth-nj-rev250/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:EPL Mini Exhibits,Historic Midtown Elizabeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/indigenous-history-american-revolution-elizabeth-nj-rev250.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T024958 CREATED:20260226T165836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T165836Z UID:1988-1774465200-1774468800@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Series – Bob Gula (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Series: Bob Gula (Hybrid)\nDate: March 25\, 2026\n Time: 4:00 PM EST\n Format: Hybrid (In-Person + Zoom) \n\nGoElizabethNJ250 presents a special hybrid gathering featuring historian and descendant Bob Gula on March 25\, 2026. \nThis presentation will explore Elizabethtown’s critical role in the Revolutionary War\, examining the city’s strategic importance\, key local figures\, and the lasting impact of Elizabeth on America’s fight for independence. The discussion will also connect Revolutionary-era families to present-day descendants\, reinforcing Elizabeth’s foundational place in the American story. \nThis monthly Descendants Series supports ongoing outreach\, genealogy research\, historical documentation\, and planning for the 2026 in-person Descendants Reunion as part of Elizabeth at 250: Stories That Shape America. \nWhether you are researching your lineage\, exploring Revolutionary history\, or preparing for the 250th Anniversary celebration\, this session offers meaningful insight into Elizabeth’s Revolutionary legacy. \nFeatured Speaker\nBob Gula\n Descendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families\n Member\, Sons of the American Revolution\n Topic: Elizabethtown’s Role in the Revolutionary War and Related Historical Context \nPresented By\nGoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\n Mayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\n Rev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\n Aimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair) \nWhat We Cover Each Month\n\nUpdates on descendant outreach and new family connections\nMonthly featured historical presentations\nResearch coordination and documentation\nPlanning for the 2026 in-person Descendants Reunion\nStory-driven initiatives tied to Elizabeth’s 250th Anniversary\n\nWho Should Attend\nThese gatherings are open to all known descendants of individuals interred at Old First Cemetery—especially those from the Ogden\, Woodruff\, Crane\, VanDeVere\, Harriman\, and Whitehead families. \nResearchers\, historians\, students\, civic partners\, and community members interested in Revolutionary-era Elizabeth are also welcome. \nHybrid Access Details\nZoom Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604\n In-Person Location: To Be Announced (shared via email and website updates) \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat is this event about?\n Bob Gula will discuss Elizabethtown’s role in the Revolutionary War and its impact on the American founding. \nIs this event in person or online?\n This is a hybrid event. Attendees may participate in person or via Zoom. \nWho should attend?\n Descendants of Old First Cemetery families\, researchers\, historians\, students\, and anyone interested in Elizabeth’s Revolutionary history. \nDo I need to register?\n Details regarding registration and in-person capacity will be shared on GoElizabethNJ250.com. \nJoin us each month as we honor the legacy of Elizabeth’s earliest families\, strengthen descendant connections\, and prepare for the 250th Anniversary celebration. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/goelizabethnj250-descendants-series-bob-gula-hybrid/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Bob-Mar-25.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR