BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Elizabeth, NJ - ECPv6.15.18//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;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T235959 DTSTAMP:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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/ 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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:20260407T092439 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/ 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:20260407T092439 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092439 CREATED:20250929T170400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T170400Z UID:1472-1762972200-1762975800@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:African American Genealogy Workshop | Nov 12\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:African American Genealogy Workshop\n Series: 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive \n Date & Time: Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025 | 6:30 – 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: 892 6636 6973\n Passcode: 270222\n \n\n Details\n \n Join the Elizabeth Public Library and the NJ Chapter of the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society\, Inc. \n for a workshop supporting the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive. \n Learn the basics of researching African American genealogy with expert guidance. \n \n\n Registration\n Registration is required. Sign up on the library calendar at \n elizpl.org \n or call (908) 354-6060.\n \n\n Support\n This program is supported by the New Jersey State Library through the REV250: Examining the Semiquicentennial through a Jersey Lens Grant. \n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions\n \n \n When is the African American Genealogy Workshop?\n \n The workshop takes place on Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025\, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM (ET). \n \n \n\n \n How can I attend?\n \n You may attend in person at the Elizabeth Public Library (4th Floor Auditorium) or online via Zoom using Meeting ID 892 6636 6973 and Passcode 270222. \n \n \n\n \n Do I need to register?\n \n Yes. Registration is required through the library calendar at elizpl.org or by phone at (908) 354-6060. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/african-american-genealogy-workshop-nov-12-2025/ 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/Genealogy-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251231 DTSTAMP:20260407T092439 CREATED:20251202T142458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T142846Z UID:1630-1764633600-1767139199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Knox’s Artillery Convoy & Battle of Quebec Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Knox’s Artillery Convoy & Battle of Quebec\nAmerican Revolutions: REV250 at the Elizabeth Public Library\n\n Join the Elizabeth Public Library for a special REV250 mini exhibit exploring\n Knox’s Artillery Convoy and the Battle of Quebec.\n Discover how Henry Knox’s daring transport of artillery from Fort Ticonderoga and the\n early American assault on Quebec shaped the course of the Revolutionary War.\n \n\n This exhibit is part of an ongoing series leading up to the\n 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, featuring\n monthly mini exhibits that highlight key Revolutionary events and the stories of\n Elizabeth-area residents connected to this history.\n \nExhibit Details\nDates: December 2–30\, 2025 \nLocation: Third Floor\, Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case \nVenue: Elizabeth Public Library \nAddress: 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202 \nCost: Free and open to the public \nWhat You’ll Experience\n\nHistorical context on Knox’s Artillery Convoy and its impact on the siege of Boston.\nBackground on the Battle of Quebec and its role in early Revolutionary War strategy.\nInterpretive materials that connect these events to the broader story of American independence.\nInsight into how Elizabeth and New Jersey contributed to Revolutionary-era campaigns.\n\n\n Whether you are a student\, researcher\, or simply curious about the American Revolution\,\n this exhibit offers an accessible introduction to two significant moments in the fight\n for independence and their connection to the road to 250.\n \nVisit the Library\n\n For hours of operation and additional programming information\, please contact the\n Elizabeth Public Library at (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220 or visit\n elizpl.org. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/knoxs-artillery-convoy-battle-of-quebec-exhibit/ 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/2025/12/DEc-2025-Mini-Exhibit-Feature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092439 CREATED:20251118T211442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T160752Z UID:1538-1765620000-1765620000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Wreaths Across America at Old First Cemetery – Dec. 13 DESCRIPTION:  \nWreaths Across America at Old First Cemetery – December 13\nOn December 13\, volunteers across the nation will join Wreaths Across America to honor our Veterans by placing wreaths on their graves. Here in Elizabeth\, we will gather at Old First Cemetery—one of the most historically significant burial grounds in New Jersey—to remember those who served and ensure their stories live on. \nWe are inviting residents\, families\, youth groups\, civic organizations\, faith partners\, and community leaders to help place wreaths and participate in this meaningful moment of remembrance. No experience is needed and all ages are welcome. \nKey Details\n\nEvent: Wreaths Across America – Wreath Laying Ceremony\nDate: Saturday\, December 13\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: Old First Cemetery\, 42 Elizabeth Ave\, Elizabeth\, NJ\nWays to Participate: Volunteer in person or sponsor a wreath\n\nHonoring Our Veterans at Old First Cemetery\nOld First Cemetery is one of the earliest burial grounds in the state\, with Veterans representing multiple eras of American history. Joining this ceremony connects Elizabeth residents to more than two centuries of service and sacrifice\, right here in the Birthplace of New Jersey. \nThis event supports the mission of GoElizabethNJ250: spotlighting Elizabeth’s legacy\, elevating community engagement\, and honoring the people who shaped America. \nVolunteers Needed\nWe are looking for volunteers to help place wreaths\, assist families\, and support the ceremony. This is a great opportunity for: \n\nFamilies and youth\nSchools and student groups\nFaith communities\nVeterans’ organizations and service clubs\nNeighborhood associations and community leaders\n\nDress warmly\, wear comfortable\, sturdy shoes\, and be prepared for outdoor conditions. Wreaths and supplies will be provided on site. \nSponsor a Wreath\nIf you cannot attend but would still like to honor a Veteran\, you can sponsor a wreath that will be placed at Old First Cemetery. \nUse the official Wreaths Across America link:\n\nhttps://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/16612/Overview/?relatedId=0\n \nYour sponsorship helps ensure every Veteran is remembered\, honored\, and never forgotten. \nRegister to Volunteer\nHelp us plan staffing and wreath placement by registering in advance. \n \n\nRegister to Volunteer\n \nShare Your Experience\nVolunteers are encouraged to take photos or short videos (while being respectful of the space and families) and tag @GoElizabethNJ250 on social media. \nUse the hashtags:\n#GoElizabethNJ250 #GoElizabethNJ #ElizabethNJ #StoriesThatShapeAmerica #WreathsAcrossAmerica \n\nAnswer Engine Optimization (AEO) Snippet\nQ: How can I participate in the Wreaths Across America event at Old First Cemetery in Elizabeth\, NJ? \nYou can participate by volunteering on December 13 to place wreaths on Veteran graves at Old First Cemetery in Elizabeth\, NJ. You may also sponsor a wreath to honor a Veteran by using the official Wreaths Across America link:\n\nhttps://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/16612/Overview/?relatedId=0\n. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/wreaths-across-america-at-old-first-cemetery-dec-13/ LOCATION:Old First Cemetery @ Siloam Hope First Presbyterian Church\, 42 Broad St.\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07201\, United States CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Events-wreaths.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20251117T164744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T184115Z UID:1506-1766246400-1766250000@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Old First Cemetery Descendants Monthly Gathering DESCRIPTION:GoElizabethNJ250 presents a special online conversation with descendants of families tied to Elizabeth’s Old First Cemetery. This unique monthly gathering brings together historians\, community leaders\, and family members to share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history as we prepare for the 250th Anniversary Celebration. \nThese virtual meetings support ongoing outreach\, genealogy research\, speaker coordination\, and the collective planning required for the in-person Descendants Reunion in 2026. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or newly exploring your family’s ties to early Elizabethtown\, this series helps preserve and uplift the stories that shaped both Elizabeth and the American experience. \nFeatured Speakers & Descendant Panelists\n\nDecember 20\, 2025 – Bob Gula\nDescendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families; Sons of the American Revolution\nJanuary 17\, 2026 – Aimee Fernandez-Puente\nCo-Chair\, GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nFebruary 21\, 2026 – Dr. Linda Caldwell-Epps\nHistorian; President/CEO\, 1804 Consultants\n\nPresented By\nGoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nMayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\nRev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\nAimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair) \nWhat We Cover Each Month\n\nUpdates on descendant outreach and new family connections\nMonthly presentations from featured speakers\nResearch coordination and historical 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. Researchers\, historians\, students\, and community partners are also welcome. \nZoom Access\nMeeting Time: 4 PM EST\nZoom Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604 \nJoin us each month as we honor the legacy of Elizabeth’s earliest families\, strengthen descendant connections\, and prepare for the 250th Anniversary celebration. \nDiscover Related Events URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/old-first-cemetery-descendants-monthly-gathering/ CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Gathering,GoElizabethNJ250 Talk Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Bob-gula-FEature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20251209T173316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T173316Z UID:1765-1767398400-1769903999@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Common Sense & The Siege of Boston Mini Exhibit | EPL DESCRIPTION:  \nDates: January 3–31\, 2026 \nLocation: Elizabeth Public Library — Third Floor\, Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case \nDiscover the connection between Thomas Paine’s Common Sense\, George Washington’s leadership\,and the Siege of Boston in this January Rev250 mini exhibit. As part of Elizabeth’s road to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the exhibit highlights key revolutionary events and the city’s deep historical ties to America’s founding story. \nVisitors will explore how Paine’s bold arguments helped shape public sentiment\, how Washington’s early military decisions influenced the revolution’s momentum\, and how these pivotal moments echo through Elizabeth’s own heritage. \nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhat is this exhibit about?\nIt explores the relationship between Thomas Paine’s Common Sense\, George Washington\, and the Siege of Boston. \nWhere is the exhibit located?\nThird Floor\, Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case\, Elizabeth Public Library. \nHow long will it run?\nJanuary 3–31\, 2026. \nIs this part of Rev250?\nYes—this event is one of the monthly Rev250 mini exhibits celebrating Elizabeth’s role in America’s story. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/common-sense-the-siege-of-boston-mini-exhibit-epl/ 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/2025/12/common-sense-siege-of-boston-elizabeth-nj-rev250-featured-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20251118T163044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T184006Z UID:1534-1768665600-1768669200@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Old First Cemetery Descendants – Monthly Gathering | Jan. 17 DESCRIPTION:GoElizabethNJ250 presents a special online conversation with descendants of families tied to Elizabeth’s Old First Cemetery. This unique monthly gathering brings together historians\, community leaders\, and family members to share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history as we prepare for the 250th Anniversary Celebration. \nThese virtual meetings support ongoing outreach\, genealogy research\, speaker coordination\, and the collective planning required for the in-person Descendants Reunion in 2026. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or newly exploring your family’s ties to early Elizabethtown\, this series helps preserve and uplift the stories that shaped both Elizabeth and the American experience. \nFeatured Speakers & Descendant Panelists\n\nDecember 20\, 2025 – Bob Gula\nDescendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families; Sons of the American Revolution\nJanuary 17\, 2026 – Aimee Fernandez-Puente\nCo-Chair\, GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nFebruary 21\, 2026 – Dr. Linda Caldwell-Epps\nHistorian; President/CEO\, 1804 Consultants\n\nFeatured Speaker: Aimee Fernandez-Puente\nOur January gathering features Aimee Fernandez-Puente\, Co-Chair of the GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee. Aimee brings a deep commitment to public history and community engagement\, helping lead the city’s multi-year commemoration efforts. Her work centers on creating inclusive\, accessible pathways for residents and descendants to participate in telling the story of early Elizabethtown. \nDuring this session\, Aimee will discuss the importance of collaborative memory-keeping\, the role of descendants in shaping public history\, and the ongoing work of preparing for the 250th Anniversary. Her insights help frame the year-long series of conversations we will share together. \nPresented By\nGoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nMayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\nRev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\nAimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair) \nWhat We Cover Each Month\n\nUpdates on descendant outreach and new family connections\nMonthly presentations from featured speakers\nResearch coordination and historical 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. Researchers\, historians\, students\, and community partners are also welcome. \nZoom Access\nMeeting Time: 4 PM EST\nZoom Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604 \nJoin us each month as we honor the legacy of Elizabeth’s earliest families\, strengthen descendant connections\, and prepare for the 250th Anniversary celebration. \nDiscover Related Events URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/old-first-cemetery-descendants-monthly-gathering-jan-17/ CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Aimee-FEature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20260114T170753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T171959Z UID:1792-1770163200-1772323199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library DESCRIPTION:American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library\n \n\n \n\n\n Dates: February 4–28\, 2026\n Format: Mini Exhibit (self-guided display)\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Location:\n Elizabeth Public Library – Third Floor\, Elizabethtown Reading Room Exhibit Case\n \n\n\n Address:\n 11 S. Broad St\,\n Elizabeth\,\n NJ\n 07202\n \n \n\n\n\n Phone: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220\n Website:\n elizpl.org\n \n \n\n \n\n\n Choosing Sides: African Americans in the Revolution invites visitors to explore the American Revolution\n through the perspective of African Americans who were forced to navigate a conflict shaped by competing promises\n of liberty. Caught between patriots and loyalists\, Black individuals faced difficult choices that could determine\n freedom\, survival\, or continued bondage.\n \n\n Presented as part of American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library\, this mini exhibit\n contributes to the public commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through\n rotating monthly displays that highlight revolutionary-era events and Elizabeth connections.\n \n\n The exhibit is located at the Elizabeth Public Library on the third floor in the\n Elizabethtown Reading Room exhibit case at 11 S. Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\,\n and runs from February 4–28\, 2026.\n \n \n\n \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhat is the “Choosing Sides” exhibit about?\n\n\n The exhibit explores the American Revolution through the experiences of African Americans who navigated a war\n shaped by patriots and loyalists\, and the competing realities of liberty and enslavement.\n \n \n\n\n\nWhen can the exhibit be viewed?\n\n\n The exhibit runs from February 4 through February 28\, 2026.\n \n \n\n\n\nWhere is the exhibit located in the library?\n\n\n The exhibit is on the third floor of the Elizabeth Public Library in the Elizabethtown Reading Room exhibit case.\n \n \n\n\n\nWhat is Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library?\n\n\n Rev250 is a series of programs and exhibits connected to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\,\n featuring monthly displays that highlight revolutionary history and Elizabeth connections. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/american-revolutions-rev250-at-the-elizabeth-public-library/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Public Library\, 11 South Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07202\, United States CATEGORIES:EPL Events,EPL Mini Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/rev250-choosing-sides-african-americans-revolution-elizabeth-nj.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20260121T164109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T222343Z UID:1835-1771372800-1771459199@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Hamilton Broadway Bus Trip – Business After Hours (250th Edition) DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n\nHamilton Broadway Bus Trip\nGECC Business After Hours – Special 250th Edition\nJoin members of the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce for a Business After Hours experience thatblends networking\, culture\, and connection—celebrating America 250 with an unforgettable Broadway night in New York City. \nTravel comfortably by chartered bus\, connect with fellow professionals along the way\, and take your seat for the acclaimedBroadway production Hamilton—where history and storytelling meet modern energy. \n\n\n \n\n \n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: February 18\, 2026\nEvent Type: Business After Hours / Networking Experience\nDestination: Broadway\, New York City\nTransportation: Chartered Bus\nReservation Required: Yes\n\n\nFor more information & registration:Click To RSVP \nReserve Your Seat \n\n\n \n\nPricing\n\n\nGECC Member Rate \n$150 \n\n\nNon-Member Rate \n$165 \n\n\n\nWhy this matters: This Special 250th Edition connects the business community with a cultural experiencerooted in America’s founding era—while reinforcing Elizabeth’s role in the wider story of the nation. \n\n\n\n\n \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nA relaxed Business After Hours atmosphere—on the move\nChartered group travel with fellow Elizabeth-area professionals\nConversation\, connection\, and community beyond the boardroom\nA shared Broadway moment: Hamilton in New York City\n\n\n\n \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n\nWhat is the Hamilton Broadway Bus Trip?\nIt’s a GECC Business After Hours experience that combines professional networking with a Broadway performance of Hamilton in New York City. \n\n\nWho can attend?\nThe event is open to GECC members and non-members who want to connect with the local business community and enjoy a standout cultural experience. \n\n\nIs transportation included?\nYes. Group transportation is provided via chartered bus. \n\n\nHow much does it cost?\nGECC members: $150. Non-members: $165. \n\n\n\n \n\nReady to join us?\nReserve your seat and experience where business meets Broadway. \nReserve Your Seat URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/hamilton-broadway-bus-trip-business-after-hours-250th-edition/ LOCATION:Broadway NYC\, New York\, New York CATEGORIES:GECC Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/GECC-Hamilton-Event_Feature.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20260114T172530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T164904Z UID:1806-1771506000-1771509600@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Open the Door\, I’ll Get It Myself: African American Women and The Great Migration DESCRIPTION:313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive\nPresented by\n\nLinda Caldwell–Epps\n \n\n \n\nDate: Thursday\, February 19\, 2026\nTime: 1:00–2:00 PM\nProgram Format: Public presentation \n \n\nLocation:\nElizabeth Public Library\, Main Branch – 4th Floor Auditorium \n\nAddress:\n11 S. Broad St\,\nElizabeth\,\nNJ\n07202 \n\n\nPhone: (908) 354-6060 ext. 7220\nWebsite: elizpl.org \n\n \n\nOpen the Door\, I’ll Get It Myself: African American Women and The Great Migration\nexplores the important role African American women played during the Great Migration of African Americans\nfrom the 1910s through the 1970s. Presented by Linda Caldwell–Epps\, this program highlights\nhow women’s leadership\, labor\, and community-building shaped migration journeys and the lives that followed. \nHosted at the Elizabeth Public Library (Main Branch) in the 4th Floor Auditorium\nat 11 S. Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202\, the presentation supports the\n313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive and invites the public to learn\, reflect\, and connect\nhistory to community memory. \n\n \n\nSuggested Tags: Great Migration lecture Elizabeth NJ\, African American women Great Migration\, Linda Caldwell-Epps\, 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive\, Black history Elizabeth Public Library\, African American history program NJ\, Rev250 New Jersey programs\, Elizabeth NJ library events \n\n \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhat is this presentation about?\n\nThe presentation focuses on the role African American women played in the Great Migration of African Americans\,\ncovering the period from the 1910s through the 1970s. \n\n\n\nWho is presenting the program?\n\nThe program is presented by Linda Caldwell–Epps in support of the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive. \n\n\n\nWhen and where does the event take place?\n\nThe event takes place Thursday\, February 19\, 2026\, from 1:00–2:00 PM at the Elizabeth Public Library\,\nMain Branch\, 4th Floor Auditorium\, 11 S. Broad St\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07202. \n\n\n\nHow is this event connected to the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive?\n\nThis presentation supports the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive by advancing public understanding of\nAfrican American history and encouraging community connection to archival storytelling. URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/open-the-door-ill-get-it-myself-african-american-women-and-the-great-migration/ 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/2026/01/313-African-American-Women-Linda-Caldwell-Epps-v2.png.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 CREATED:20251201T173534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T163003Z UID:1602-1771689600-1771693200@goelizabethnj250.com SUMMARY:Old First Cemetery Descendants – Monthly Gathering | Feb. 21 DESCRIPTION:GoElizabethNJ250 presents a special online conversation with descendants of families tied to Elizabeth’s Old First Cemetery. This unique monthly gathering brings together historians\, community leaders\, and family members to share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history as we prepare for the 250th Anniversary Celebration. \nThese virtual meetings support ongoing outreach\, genealogy research\, speaker coordination\, and the collective planning required for the in-person Descendants Reunion in 2026. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or newly exploring your family’s ties to early Elizabethtown\, this series helps preserve and uplift the stories that shaped both Elizabeth and the American experience. \nFeatured Speakers & Descendant Panelists\n\nFebruary 21\, 2026 – Bob Gula\nDescendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families; Sons of the American Revolution\n\nPresented By\nGoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nMayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\nRev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\nAimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair) \nWhat We Cover Each Month\n\nUpdates on descendant outreach and new family connections\nMonthly presentations from featured speakers\nResearch coordination and historical 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. Researchers\, historians\, students\, and community partners are also welcome. \nZoom Access\nMeeting Time: 4 PM EST\nZoom Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604 \nJoin us each month as we honor the legacy of Elizabeth’s earliest families\, strengthen descendant connections\, and prepare for the 250th Anniversary celebration. \nDiscover Related Events URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/old-first-cemetery-descendants-monthly-gathering-feb-21/ CATEGORIES:GoElizabethNJ250 Descendants Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goelizabethnj250.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Bob-gula-FEature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260407T092440 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/ 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:20260407T092440 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 END:VCALENDAR