Newark, NJ Local News, Events, and Information

Newark Sun. Jul 2 2023

The Yemba Tribe of the Bamileke People Celebrated their 10 year Anniversary in Newark New Jersey.

The Bi-Annual Yemba Festival Celebrates the Bamileke Culture (Cameroon - West Africa) with live music, Yemba dance, and Yemba language, local food, and art exhibit.

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The Yemba Tribe of the Bamileke People Celebrated their 10 year Anniversary in Newark New Jersey.

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Newark Mon. Jun 26 2023

Akwaaba Gallery's- "The New Jersey Narratives"

The New Jersey Narratives at Akwaaba Gallery was apart of the inaugural North to Shore Festival in New Jersey.

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Akwaaba Gallery's- The New Jersey Narratives

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Newark Weather: Thursday November 30

High: 47°

Low: 28°

Wind: 9 MPH SW

Chance of rain: 0%

Partly cloudy, with a high of 47 and low of 28 degrees. Sunny in the morning, overcast in the afternoon and evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Newark Fri. Mar 3 2023

The Ark of Urban Surrealism and The Apocalyptic Birth and Legacy of Black Art, Politics, and its Literal Exploration of Expressionism.

"God gave Noah the rainbow sign. No more water, the fire next time"- James Baldwin

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The Ark of Urban Surrealism and The Apocalyptic Birth and Legacy of Black Art, Politics, and its Literal Exploration of Expressionism.

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Newark Fri. Oct 22 2021

Governor Phil Murphy Visit to Community Gallery Akwaaba, Located in the West Ward of Newark NJ.

New Jersey Governor Phil. Murphy visited the beautiful and elegant community Gallery named Akwaaba, owned by Laura Bonas Palmer and Mr. Ray Palmer.

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Governor Phil Murphy Visit to Community Gallery Akwaaba, Located in the West Ward of Newark NJ.

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Newark Sun. Oct 17 2021

Chigozie Onyema- "Chance or Choice".

RepNewarkDaily sat down with Chigozie Oneyma at Akwaaba Gallery to discuss his reason for running in the upcoming election for West Ward Council in Newark NJ.

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Newark event

Mon Sep 20 12:00 pm

Disparity Study Business Community Meetings

Mon., Sept. 20, Tues., Sept. 21, Wed., Sept.

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Newark Sun. Jul 11 2021

Reviving the Historical Essence and Spirit of the City Newark NJ- With Music and Whiskey.

Brick City Jam and the All Points Westpoint Distillery have an important role in the culture and history of Newark New Jersey.

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Reviving the Historical Essence and Spirit of the City Newark NJ- With Music and Whiskey.

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Newark Mon. Jun 21 2021

Black: Mashell Black Solo Exhibition at Akwaaba Gallery

Community Gallery Akwaaaba located at 509 S.Oragne Avenue, secured a dynamic artist, Mashell Black. The monumental debut of his solo exhibit was June 19, 2021, and will be on full display until July 31, 2021. (Click to read more)

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Black: Mashell Black Solo Exhibition at Akwaaba Gallery

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Newark event

Sun Jun 6 10:00 am

Glass Blowing Weekend

The art of glass blowing has been around for thousands of years and now you get the chance to experience it with

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Newark event

Sat Jun 12 9:00 am

Glass Roots- Jewelry-in-a-Box Weekend

Full Scholarship Available!

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Newark event

Mon May 31 11:45 pm

Project For Empty Space- Feminist Incubator Program

The Project for Empty Spaces Feminist Incubator program deadline is May 31st, 2021.

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Project For Empty Space- Feminist Incubator Program

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Newark event

Sat Jun 12 1:00 pm

Zion Park- Black Market Bi-weekly Pop Up Shop

Exciting news for entrepreneurs and those looking to support small local businesses!

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Zion Park- Black Market Bi-weekly Pop Up Shop

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