BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Elizabeth, NJ - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Elizabeth, NJ 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;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212904Z UID:262-1743620400-1743638399@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Concord’s Fight: Gen. Francis Barlow as Chief Marshall of the Concord Centennial\, 1875 DESCRIPTION:https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OGFhMTgwNGMtMWI1Yy00NTU3LTgzODAtOGYxMTNhOTRhM2Zj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%225076c3d1-3802-4b9f-b36a-e0a41bd642a7%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22381a5718-599b-49fc-92df-b6f8dc0ceb56%22%7d\n \n \n \n \n100 years after “the shot heard round the world” Lexington and Concord fought a new battle between themselves over which town saw the first fighting in the Revolutionary War on April 19\, 1775. Major General Francis C. Barlow\, a veteran of the Civil War\, entered the fray on the side of Concord\, serving as Chief Marshall for the Centennial of the Battle of Concord in 1875.\n \n \n \nAhead of the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington & Concord in April 2025\, https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/\n \n \nTwo Lights for Tomorrow is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The famous ride of Paul Revere occurred on the overnight of April 18 – 19\, 1775. Two Lights for Tomorrow commemorates that famous ride and uses the imagery of that shining light today as a uniting call to action for our citizens to celebrate and serve.\n⁠ URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/concords-fight-gen-francis-barlow-as-chief-marshall-of-the-concord-centennial-1875/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/262_image_187520Concord20Centennial_XfZz.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212913Z UID:264-1743948000-1743983999@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Paul Revere's Read DESCRIPTION:https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/\n\n \n \nTwo Lights for Tomorrow is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The famous ride of Paul Revere occurred on the overnight of April 18 – 19\, 1775. Two Lights for Tomorrow commemorates that famous ride and uses the imagery of that shining light today as a uniting call to action for our citizens to celebrate and URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/paul-reveres-read/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/264_image_Longfellow20Stamp_QJIs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212917Z UID:266-1744225200-1744243199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Bergen Roundtable: The Battle of Trenton DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/bergen-roundtable-the-battle-of-trenton/ LOCATION:NJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/246_image_Bergen20Roundtable20Spring-2025_Pgx9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212917Z UID:267-1745071200-1745076600@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Paul Revere's Walk DESCRIPTION:https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/\n \n \nTwo Lights for Tomorrow is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The famous ride of Paul Revere occurred on the overnight of April 18 – 19\, 1775. Two Lights for Tomorrow commemorates that famous ride and uses the imagery of that shining light today as a uniting call to action for our citizens to celebrate and URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/paul-reveres-walk/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/267_image_Peters20Brook20Postcard_qg3r.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212917Z UID:269-1745157600-1745193599@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Paul Revere's Read DESCRIPTION:https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/\n\n \n \nTwo Lights for Tomorrow is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The famous ride of Paul Revere occurred on the overnight of April 18 – 19\, 1775. Two Lights for Tomorrow commemorates that famous ride and uses the imagery of that shining light today as a uniting call to action for our citizens to celebrate and URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/paul-reveres-read-2/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/264_image_Longfellow20Stamp_QJIs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212917Z UID:270-1745758800-1746367200@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Honoring Cudjo Banquante DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/honoring-cudjo-banquante/ LOCATION:NJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/270_image_Cudjo20Promo20Jan20202520Large_cVfC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212919Z UID:272-1745762400-1745798399@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Colonial Crossroads in the Old Dutch Garden: African and European Music Meet DESCRIPTION:Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes present music of early America at the intersection of Africa and Europe featuring Pinkster\, the Dutch and African Dutch celebration of spring.\n \n \nBring your own lawn chairs or blankets for this outdoors springtime concert in the Old Dutch Garden. Imagine the restoration of the Old Dutch Garden as part of Revitalization of Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites “Down the Brook” with the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association and Somerville Environmental Commission.\n \n \nThis program is part of a series made possible by the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association with the sponsorship of New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.\n \n \nAny views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this series do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.\n \n \nAnswer the Call for Action of Two Lights for Tomorrow and consider bringing a donation of supplies needed for the Food Bank Network of Somerset County: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/colonial-crossroads-in-the-old-dutch-garden-african-and-european-music-meet/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/272_image_Carla2020Keyes20Colonial20Crossroads_AGci.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212922Z UID:275-1746216000-1746388799@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Jockey Hollow Spring Encampment: Perseverance DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/jockey-hollow-spring-encampment-perseverance/ LOCATION:Jockey Hollow @ Jockey Hollow Road\, Morristown\, New Jersey\, 07960\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/275_image_jockey20hollow20huts_d6UV.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212924Z UID:278-1746262800-1746284400@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:New Jersey American Revolution Round Table (NJARTT) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/new-jersey-american-revolution-round-table-njartt/ LOCATION:Drew University @ 36 Madison Avenue\, Madison\, New Jersey\, 07940\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/278_image_NJARRT20Symposium_xjub.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212925Z UID:280-1746370800-1746403199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Dia de Don Juan: George Washington’s Spanish All DESCRIPTION:Revolution NJ.\n \n \n \nAnswer the Call for Action of Two Lights for Tomorrow and consider bringing a donation of supplies needed for the Food Bank Network of Somerset County: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/dia-de-don-juan-george-washingtons-spanish-all/ LOCATION:Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage @ 71 Somerset Street\, Somerville\, New Jersey\, 08876\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/280_image_Miralles20Wayside_7iwZ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212927Z UID:282-1746644400-1746662399@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Bergen Roundtable: George Rogers Clark and the Revolutionary War in the West DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/bergen-roundtable-george-rogers-clark-and-the-revolutionary-war-in-the-west/ LOCATION:One Bergen County Plaza\, 4th Floor Learning Center @ 1 Bergen County Plaza\, Hackensack\, New Jersey\, 07601\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/246_image_Bergen20Roundtable20Spring-2025_Pgx9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250523T155820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T170508Z UID:561-1750503600-1750503600@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Caldwell Monument Rededication Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join the Union County Historical Society for a commemorative ceremony honoring Rev. James Caldwell and Hannah Caldwell—two of Elizabeth’s most storied Revolutionary War figures. Learn more about their sacrifice and why their legacy endures in Union County today. \n Details below: \n📍 Location: Snyder Academy • Siloam-Hope First Presbyterian Church \n📅 Date: Saturday\, June 21\, 2025 \n🕰️ Time: 11:00 am \n👥 Presented by: Union County Historical Society \nRSVP By June 6thCall 908-527-4787Download the FlyerRSVP By June 6thCall 908-527-4787Learn More about Rev. James & Hannah Caldwell URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/caldwell-monument-rededication-ceremony/ LOCATION:Snyder Academy\, 42 Broad St.\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/rev-james-hannahh-caldwell.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212928Z UID:284-1750597200-1750636799@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:'March to Yorktown Day' Panel Discussion and Exhibit DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/march-to-yorktown-day-panel-discussion-and-exhibit/ LOCATION:Brick Academy @ 15 West Oak Street\, Basking Ridge\, New Jersey\, 07920 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/284_image_Ken20Burns20Opening_gqlQ.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212934Z UID:287-1751054400-1751227199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Battle of Monmouth 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/battle-of-monmouth-2025/ LOCATION:Monmouth Battlefield @ 20 New Jersey 33 Business\, Manalapan Township\, New Jersey\, 07726\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/287_image_Battle20of20Monmouth_bDEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250714T122729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T171514Z UID:917-1753291800-1753299000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Fifty Latinas Speak – Elizabeth NJ Leadership Event DESCRIPTION:Event Title: \nLatina Leadership Lessons: Fifty Latinas Speak – Special Book Event \nEvent Description: \nCelebrate the powerful voices of Latina trailblazers at Latina Leadership Lessons: Fifty Latinas Speak\, a special event hosted by Assemblywoman Annette Quijano — the only New Jersey woman featured in this national collection. \nThis invite-only gathering will feature highlights from the acclaimed book Fifty Latinas Speak\, which shares the inspiring journeys of women who have broken barriers in politics\, business\, education\, and civic leadership. Be among the first 50 attendees to receive a free copy of the book. \nDate & Time: \nWednesday\, July 23\, 2025 \n5:30 PM – 7:30 PM \nLocation: \nVintage City Offices – Kitchen Area \n30 Union Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \nAdmission: \nInvite Only \n📞 For questions\, contact Jimmy Rivera at (862) 368-1440 \nPresented by: \nPaid for by EFO Quijano for Assembly \n311 W. Henry St.\, Linden\, NJ 07036 URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/fifty-latinas-speak/ LOCATION:Vinty City Offices\, 30 Union Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2a4a0349-1d26-5c36-682d-e1fb15f29eb2-vmLyMn.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250715T135451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T135451Z UID:1137-1753524000-1753529400@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:313+ Ancestors Speak Project: Intro Panel DESCRIPTION:Event Title: \n313+ Ancestors Speak Project: Introductory Panel \nEvent Date & Time: \nJuly 26\, 2025 \n10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (EST) \nEvent Type: \nHybrid (In-Person + Zoom) \nLocation: \nElizabeth Public Library – 4th Floor Auditorium \n11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \nPhone: 908-354-6060 EXT 7220 \nOnline Info: \nZoom Meeting ID: 831 3379 0677 \nPasscode: 200994 \nEvent Description: \nJoin us for the Introductory Panel of the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project\, a powerful public memory initiative honoring the lives of 313+ enslaved individuals once buried in unmarked graves in Elizabeth\, NJ. This panel introduces the goals of the project\, the meaning behind the 313+ Ancestors monument\, and the broader effort to engage residents in uncovering and sharing stories of African American history in Union County. \nThis event is hosted at the Elizabeth Public Library as part of the NJ Rev250 commemoration\, supported by a “Jersey Lens” grant from the New Jersey State Library. \nPartners: \n\n\nElizabeth Public Library \n\n\n313+ Ancestors Project \n\n\nNJ State Library – Rev250: Examining the Semiquincentennial through a Jersey Lens URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/313-ancestors-speak-project-intro-panel/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/313-Ancestors-Speak-Introductory-Panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250714T122754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T172611Z UID:1005-1753696800-1753711200@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Summertime Science at Liberty Hall Museum DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer for our new series! Design�� build and play with your favorite games on Maker Monday!Drop in to our makerspace to play your favorite board games make your own colonial games\, and more! Make and build what you wish and stay as long as you like! This program is designed for students in grades 1 through 5\, and a caregiver or guardian must accompany children. You are also welcome to pack a snack or lunch and use one of our picnic tables or benches in our garden.Reservations suggested\, walk-ins welcome. \n  \nEvent Title: \nMaker Mondays at Liberty Hall: Summertime Science \nEvent Description: \nCalling all young scientists! Join us for Maker Mondays: Summertime Science on Monday\, July 28\, 2025\, from 10 AM to 2 PM\, at the Liberty Hall Museum in Union\, NJ. Drop into our summer makerspace and pick a Kiwi Crate packed with engaging science experiments. Build\, test\, and explore at your own pace—stay as long as you like! \nDesigned for students in grades 1–5 (with caregiver supervision)\, this creative\, hands‑on event encourages curiosity through physics\, chemistry\, and engineering. Feel free to bring a snack or lunch and enjoy the beautiful museum garden while you tinker. \nHighlights: \n\n\nChoose your own Kiwi Crate science project \n\n\nFamily-friendly\, open-format drop-in \n\n\nPicnic tables and garden benches available \n\n\nReservations suggested; walk‑ins welcome \n\n\nDate & Time: \n📅 July 28\, 2025 — 10 AM to 2 PM (EDT) \nVenue: \nLiberty Hall Museum \n1003 Morris Avenue\, Union\, NJ 07083 \nCost: \nFree for museum members; nominal fee (~$4–$12) for non-members depending on crate/access. \n📞 Contact: libertyhall@kean.edu or 908‑527‑0400 \nClick Button to Purchase Tickets \nPurchase Tickets URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/maker-mondays-summertime-science-at-liberty-hall-museum/ LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 1003 Morris Ave.\, Union\, NJ\, 07083\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/e223b763-3286-3957-cc12-e443d214f508-SUA83U.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250715T184825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T141851Z UID:1158-1754092800-1756511999@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Naval Force & Privateers: Mini Exhibit at EPL DESCRIPTION:Event Title: \nNaval Force & Privateers: Rev250 Mini Exhibit \nEvent Date & Time: \nAugust 2–29\, 2025 \nOpen during library hours \nEvent Type: \nOn-site Exhibit \nLocation: \nElizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case \nElizabeth Public Library \n11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \nPhone: 908-354-6060 EXT 7220 \nWebsite: https://www.elizpl.org \nEvent Description: \nJoin the Elizabeth Public Library throughout the month of August 2025 for a mini exhibit titled “Naval Force & Privateers”\, part of the Rev250 commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. This immersive exhibit explores Elizabeth’s deep-rooted maritime contributions during the Revolutionary War—highlighting local figures\, privateer actions\, and pivotal naval encounters. \nLocated in the Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case\, the display brings to life the stories of Elizabeth’s Revolutionary-era residents and their impact on maritime warfare. \nThis exhibit is part of the “American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library” series. \nPartners: \n\n\nElizabeth Public Library \n\n\nRev250 NJ \n\n\nLocal historical researchers and archives \n\n\n  URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/naval-force-privateers-mini-exhibit-at-epl/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Aug-2025-Mini-Exhibit-Flyer-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250714T122729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T135237Z UID:918-1754416800-1754416800@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:National Night Out DESCRIPTION:Join us at this year’s National Night Out at Carteret Park! Meet our first responders�� tour their vehicles\, check out the vendors and more! The fun doesn’t end at 8pm\, remember to bring your lawn chairs for a family-friendly movie after! URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/elizabeth-national-night-out/ LOCATION:Carteret Park\, 500 Vine Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ff9d1cfb-91fe-cbe9-8293-67aae759e113-OzyMEH.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250731T134247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T134355Z UID:1209-1755345600-1755349200@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Genealogy Workshop at Elizabeth Public Library DESCRIPTION:Event: 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive: Intro to Genealogy Workshop\nDate: August 16\, 2025\nTime: 12-1 p.m.\nLocation: Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\, 3rd Floor Classroom\nDescription: Join the Elizabeth Public Library and the New Jersey Chapter of the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society\, Inc. for our first in a series workshop. Learn the basics of starting ancestral research and building your family tree. Light refreshments will be served.\nZoom Details: Meeting ID: 812 9313 6481\, Passcode: 730851\n\nFeel free to ask if you need further assistance! \n  URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/genealogy-workshop-at-elizabeth-public-library/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Intro-to-Genealogy-Workshop-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250818T140430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T140430Z UID:1252-1756857600-1759276799@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:First Invasion of Canada Mini Exhibit DESCRIPTION:The First Invasion of Canada – Mini Exhibit (Rev250)\n\n \n \n What is this?\n \n A month-long mini exhibit exploring the First Invasion of Canada during the American Revolution\,\n presented by Elizabeth Public Library as part of American Revolutions: Rev250.\n \n \n\n \n When is it open?\n \n September 3\, 2025 – \n September 30\, 2025\n · Check the library website for current hours.\n \n \n\n \n Where is it located?\n \n Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case (Third Floor)\n \n 11 S. Broad St\, \n Elizabeth\, \n NJ \n 07202\n \n \n \n\n \n Who should visit?\n History lovers\, students\, families\, and anyone celebrating Rev250 who wants a quick\, visual introduction to a pivotal Revolutionary War campaign. \n \n\n \n Why it matters\n \n Illuminates a lesser-known Revolutionary War campaign.\n Connects national history to Elizabeth’s local story.\n Supports the community-wide Rev250 commemoration.\n \n \n\n \n \n Quick Facts\n \n Dates: Sept 3–30\, 2025\n Venue: Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case (Third Floor)\n Address: 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\n Host: Elizabeth Public Library – American Revolutions: Rev250\n Info: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 · elizpl.org/localhistory\n \n \n\n \n \n Plan Your Visit\n Open during library hours. For the latest schedule or questions\, use the contact options below. \n \n \n More Exhibit Info\n \n \n Call the Library\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n Is this part of Rev250?\n Yes. This mini exhibit is part of the Elizabeth Public Library’s American Revolutions: Rev250 series. \n \n \n Where inside the library is it?\n On the Third Floor in the Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case. \n \n \n How do I get more information?\n Visit elizpl.org/localhistory or call (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/first-invasion-of-canada-mini-exhibit/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sept-2025-Mini-Exhibit-Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250918 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212934Z UID:290-1758052800-1758139199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:The American Revolution by Ken Burns DESCRIPTION: URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/the-american-revolution-by-ken-burns/ LOCATION:NJPAC @ 1 Center Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/284_image_Ken20Burns20Opening_gqlQ.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250916T142749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T142749Z UID:1290-1758970800-1758996000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Annual Midtown Car Show | Sept 27\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join the Annual Midtown Car Show in Elizabeth\, NJ on Sept 27\, 2025. Free for spectators! Cars\, food trucks\, music & trophies for Top 50 entries. \n\n Annual Midtown Car Show – Wheels & Deal$\n Date: Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 (Rain Date: Sunday\, September 28\, 2025) \n Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Roll-in 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM) \n Location: 2 Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ \n\n Event Details\n \n Celebrate Elizabeth’s vibrant car culture at the Annual Midtown Car Show! Hosted by Mayor Christian Bollwage\, Councilman Frank O. Mazza\, \n Kens Kustoms\, and Midtown Elizabeth\, this community event brings together classic cars\, music\, food trucks\, and family fun. \n Admission is free for spectators\, and trophies will be awarded to the Top 50 cars. \n \n\n Registration\n \n All makes & models are welcome. \n Registration: $25 per vehicle (No motorcycles). \n Contact: Text Sophy Ramirez at 908-370-8676\n \n\n Highlights\n \n Classic cars and custom vehicles\n Free admission for spectators\n Kids’ area and family entertainment\n Food trucks and live music\n Trophies for Top 50 entries\n \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n\n \n When is the Annual Midtown Car Show?\n \n The show will be held on Saturday\, September 27\, 2025\, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Rain date is Sunday\, September 28\, 2025. \n \n \n\n \n How much does it cost to attend?\n \n Admission is free for spectators. Vehicle registration is $25 (no motorcycles). \n \n \n\n \n Where is the car show located?\n \n The event takes place at 2 Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/annual-midtown-car-show-sept-27-2025/ LOCATION:Midtown Elizabeth\, 2 Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:Historic Midtown Elizabeth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/midtown-car-show-elizabeth-sept-2025-featured.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Midtown":MAILTO:sophyramirez@hmesid.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 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;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250305T212934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T212934Z UID:292-1759334400-1764522000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Homecoming 250 DESCRIPTION:www.homecoming250.org \n \n  URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/homecoming-250/ LOCATION:Various @ Delaware River\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/292_image_Homecoming20Unknown20Soldier_vBol.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250915T124613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T124613Z UID:1283-1759363200-1761868799@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Old Homes Week Exhibit | Elizabeth NJ Oct 2025 DESCRIPTION:Explore Elizabeth’s 1907 Old Homes Week through photos\, memorabilia\, and ephemera at the Elizabeth Public Library exhibit\, Oct 2–30\, 2025. \n\n Old Homes Week Exhibit – Historical Buildings of Elizabeth\n Date: October 2–30\, 2025 \n\n Location\n \n Elizabeth Public Library – 3rd Floor Exhibit Area\n 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\n \n\n About the Exhibit\n \n Learn about the historical buildings and events showcased during Elizabeth’s 1907 Old Homes Week. \n This special exhibit highlights photographs\, memorabilia\, and ephemera from the Elizabeth Public Library’s \n Local History & Special Collections Department and the Union County Historical Society.\n \n\n Contact\n (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 | elizpl.org \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n\n \n When is the Old Homes Week Exhibit on display?\n \n The exhibit is open from October 2 through October 30\, 2025. \n \n \n\n \n Where is the exhibit located?\n \n The exhibit is on the 3rd Floor Exhibit Area of the Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ. \n \n \n\n \n Who curated the exhibit?\n \n The exhibit is presented by the Elizabeth Public Library’s Local History & Special Collections Department and the Union County Historical Society. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/old-homes-week-exhibit-elizabeth-nj-oct-2025/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:EPL Events,EPL Mini Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/old-homes-week-exhibit-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250915T124035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T124035Z UID:1277-1759363200-1761955199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Mini Exhibit: Continental Navy | Oct 2025 DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of the Continental Navy at the Elizabeth Public Library’s October 2025 mini exhibit. Open Oct 2–31 in the Elizabethtown Reading Room. \n\n Mini Exhibit: The Continental Navy\n Series: American Revolutions – Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library \n Date: October 2–31\, 2025 \n\n Location\n \n Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case (3rd Floor)\n Elizabeth Public Library\n 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\n \n\n About the Exhibit\n \n Learn the history behind the formation of the Continental Navy through this special mini exhibit. \n Part of the library’s ongoing monthly series leading to America’s 250th anniversary\, the exhibit highlights revolutionary events and Elizabeth natives.\n \n\n Contact\n (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 | elizpl.org/localhistory \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n\n \n When is the Continental Navy exhibit on display?\n \n The exhibit runs from October 2 through October 31\, 2025. \n \n \n\n \n Where is the exhibit located?\n \n The exhibit is in the Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case on the 3rd Floor of the Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ. \n \n \n\n \n Is there a fee to visit?\n \n No. The mini exhibit is free and open to the public during library hours. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/mini-exhibit-continental-navy-oct-2025/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:EPL Mini Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/continental-navy-mini-exhibit-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250915T115546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T115912Z UID:1263-1760745600-1760918399@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:250th Scavenger Hunt – Elizabeth NJ | Oct 18–19\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join the citywide 250th Scavenger Hunt in Elizabeth\, NJ\, Oct 18–19\, 2025. Explore history with booklets from Elizabeth Public Library. \n\n 250th Scavenger Hunt – Elizabeth\, NJ\n Date: Saturday\, October 18 – Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 \n Location: Elizabeth Public Library – Main Branch\, Local History Department\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \n Host: Elizabeth Public Library & GoElizabethNJ250 \n Details: Join us during Four Centuries in a Weekend for a citywide scavenger hunt celebrating Elizabeth’s history. Booklets and instructions will be available starting October 14\, 2025\, online at \n elizpl.org/localhistory or in person at the library’s Local History Department. \n Contact: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 \n\n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n \n When is the 250th Scavenger Hunt?\n \n The scavenger hunt takes place on Saturday\, October 18 and Sunday\, October 19\, 2025. \n \n \n \n Where can I get scavenger hunt booklets?\n \n Booklets and instructions will be available online at elizpl.org/localhistory or in person at the Elizabeth Public Library’s Main Branch\, 3rd floor Local History Department\, beginning October 14\, 2025. \n \n \n \n Who is hosting the scavenger hunt?\n \n The scavenger hunt is hosted by the Elizabeth Public Library and the City of Elizabeth’s America 250 Committee\, GoElizabethNJ250. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/250th-scavenger-hunt-elizabeth-nj-oct-18-19-2025/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:Launch - October 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/elizabeth-250th-scavenger-hunt-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250926T151752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T230033Z UID:1329-1760781600-1760781600@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Lineage\, Healing & Living History | Oct 18\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Register below and view Zoom Meeting Info & LinkRegistration RequiredFull NameEmail Address *RegisterThank you for your message. It has been sent.×There was an error trying to send your message. Please try again later.×\n Lineage\, Healing\, & Living History – A Conversation with Old First Cemetery Descendants\n Date & Time: Saturday\, October 18\, 2025 @ 10:00 AM (ET) \n Location: Virtual on Zoom\n Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604\n Join Zoom Meeting\n \n\n Event Details\n \n GoElizabethNJ250 presents a special online conversation with descendants of families tied to Elizabeth’s Old First Cemetery. \n This unique event brings together historians\, community leaders\, and family members to share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history. \n \n\n Panelists\n \n Joanne Rajoppi – Union County Clerk\, President\, Union County Historical Society\, Daughters of the American Revolution\n Linda Caldwell-Epps – Historian\, President/CEO 1804 Consultants\n Nancy Benz – Descendant of the Crane Family\, Daughters of the American Revolution\n Danny & Patty Woodruff – Descendants of the Woodruff Family\n Jocelyn Francis-White – Descendant of the VanDeVere Family\, 1719 William Trent House Museum Trustee\n Pamela Thoms – Descendant of the Ogden Family\, The National Society Colonial Dames 17th Century\n Bob Gula – Descendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families\, Sons of the American Revolution\n \n\n Presented By\n \n GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee: Mayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\, Rev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\, and Aimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair).\n \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n\n \n When is the Lineage\, Healing & Living History event?\n \n The event takes place on Saturday\, October 18\, 2025\, at 10:00 AM (ET). \n \n \n\n \n How do I attend the event?\n \n \n The event is hosted virtually on Zoom. You can join using the following link:\n https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82062884604\n Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604\n \n \n \n\n \n Who will be speaking at this event?\n \n Descendants of Old First Cemetery families\, alongside historians and community leaders\, will share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/lineage-healing-living-history-oct-18-2025/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Talk Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FB_Event_Cover.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee":MAILTO:info@goelizabethnj250.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T074542 CREATED:20250915T120827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T120827Z UID:1271-1761071400-1761075000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Funeral Homes & Genealogy Workshop | Oct 21\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Learn how funeral homes aid genealogy research. Oct 21\, 2025\, 6:30–7:30 PM at Elizabeth Public Library & on Zoom. Registration required. \n\n Role of Funeral Homes in Genealogy Research (Workshop)\n Series: 313+ Ancestors Speak – Project Archive \n Date & Time: Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025\, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (ET) \n\n Location\n \n In-Person: Elizabeth Public Library\, 4th Floor Auditorium\n 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\n \n Virtual: Zoom\n Meeting ID: 838 8541 1936\n Passcode: 462839\n \n\n Registration\n Registration required: Register on the library calendar at \n elizpl.org.\n \n\n Hosts & Support\n \n Hosted by: Elizabeth Public Library & NJ Chapter\, Afro American Historical & Genealogical Society\, Inc. (AAHGS NJ)\n Program support: New Jersey State Library — REV250: Examining the Semiquicentennial through a Jersey Lens Grant\n \n\n Contact\n (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 \n\n What You’ll Learn\n \n How funeral home records can advance family history research\n Where and how to locate funeral home archives and references\n Practical tips for integrating funeral records with other sources\n \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n \n Do I need to register?\n \n Yes. Registration is required via the Elizabeth Public Library calendar at elizpl.org. \n \n \n\n \n Is this event in-person\, virtual\, or hybrid?\n \n It’s a hybrid event. Attend in-person at the library or join via Zoom using the Meeting ID and Passcode provided. \n \n \n\n \n Where is the in-person session held?\n \n Elizabeth Public Library\, 4th Floor Auditorium\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/funeral-homes-genealogy-workshop-oct-21-2025/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:EPL Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/funeral-homes-genealogy-workshop-elizabeth-featured.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR