2nd Annual Afro Vibrations

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The 2nd annual Afro Vibrations, hosted by Afro Taco and Newark City Parks Foundation, transports you to a... Read More 2nd Annual Afro Vibrations

Revisiting our Jewish roots

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The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey heads to Newark On June 13, trustees and staff members of the... Read More Revisiting our Jewish roots

Afro Beat Fest, New Jersey’s Largest Celebration of African Culture, Returns to Newark

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King Promise, Bad Boy Timz, Mohammed Awudu, local creators and businesses come together to celebrate the... Read More Afro Beat Fest, New Jersey’s Largest Celebration of African Culture, Returns to Newark

Juneteenth: Celebrating — and calling for reparations

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In Newark, the holiday was marked at two different events Juneteenth was marked at Harriet Tubman Square... Read More Juneteenth: Celebrating — and calling for reparations

Newark Unveils New Harriet Tubman Monument

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A prominent intersection in Downtown Newark is home to a new work of art honoring a civil rights legend that... Read More Newark Unveils New Harriet Tubman Monument

Nina Cooke John–designed Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in Newark

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Last week, Newark mayor Ras J. Baraka, New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy, state senate majority leader M.... Read More Nina Cooke John–designed Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in Newark

Mayor Baraka Unveils Harriet Tubman Monument

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(NEWARK, NJ) — Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka was joined by First Lady Tammy Murphy, State Senate Majority... Read More Mayor Baraka Unveils Harriet Tubman Monument

Nomadness Fest Is Heading to Newark Next Month—And You Don’t Want to Miss It

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As if any traveler needs a reason to visit a buzzy city and spend time talking all things travel—well,... Read More Nomadness Fest Is Heading to Newark Next Month—And You Don’t Want to Miss It

Newark renames popular gathering place after Harriet Tubman in Juneteenth commemoration

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Newark commemorated Juneteenth on Monday by honoring an abolitionist who dedicated her life to... Read More Newark renames popular gathering place after Harriet Tubman in Juneteenth commemoration

Newark officials rename park in honor of Harriet Tubman

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Newark officials have renamed a city park in honor of Harriet Tubman.   Washington Park is now called... Read More Newark officials rename park in honor of Harriet Tubman

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