Community Events and Programs
If you have a meeting or community event that you would like to share, please submit it online (registration is required).
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Transition Thursdays
Two Thursdays every month and two Thursdays every quarter, the Office of Transition to Adult Life & Employment hosts virtual opportunities for students and families to learn about the services and resources available through DDD.
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Thursday, April 24 - Saturday, May 10 in Bernardsville
In-PersonCOMMUNITY SERVICE
PROJECTS FOR GRADES 9-12
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Thursday, April 24 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Grief Reactions
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Thursday, April 24 @ 5:00 PM in Somerville
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
In-PersonParent Café: Juggling Your 3-Ring Circus
Ever feel like you’re in a 3-Ring Circus? And you’re the Ringleader? Join us as we come together to talk about juggling being a parent and our other responsibilities. You’ll meet with other parents, be able to discuss challenges, and how you manage to stay balanced through it all.
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Thursday, April 24 @ 6:30 PM
Bergen's Promise
VirtualDemystifying Health Insurance: A Family's Roadmap
This session is perfect for families looking to learn more about health insurance and how to use and keep their benefits. It's a great opportunity to boost your health insurance knowledge in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Saturday, April 26 @ 8:30 AM in Princeton Junction
SPAN
In-PersonEmpower Tomorrow: Youth Advocacy Summit 2025
Youth Advocacy Summit. This FREE in person conference is for youth and their parents/caregivers and brings together young changemakers, community leaders, and advocates to drive social change. This inspiring event equips youth with the knowledge, skills, and resources to amplify their voices and take meaningful action on issues that matter most.
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Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 AM in Jersey City
Hudson Pride Center
In-PersonLGBTQ+ Mental Health Summit
Hudson Pride presents the 1st LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Summit in Hudson County, to bring together families of LGBTQ+ youth, educators, and social service providers where they will receive education that would equip them with the tools and strategies for creating safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth.
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Tuesday, April 29 @ 9:30 AM in Rockaway
Norwescap
In-PersonSecrets of Financially Independent Women
Presented by Norwescap Financial Empowerment Programs Secrets of Financially Independent Women
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Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 PM in Hampton
Hunterdon County CIACC & Hunterdon Health
In-PersonCONCIENTIZACIÓN SOBRE EL AUTISMO Y FERIA DE RECURSOS PARA NECESIDADES ESPECIALES CONDADO DE HUNTERDON
GUÍA PARA SU FAMILIA Y SU HIJO CON NECESIDADES ESPECIALES DESDE LOS PRIMEROS AÑOS HASTA LA ADULTEZ
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Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 PM
Hunterdon County CIACC & Hunterdon Health
In-PersonAUTISM AWARENESS & SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR HUNTERDON COUNTY
GUIDING YOUR FAMILY & SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD FROM EARLY YEARS TO ADULTHOOD
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Wednesday, April 30 @ 1:00 PM
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
VirtualYou Are Never Too Young For Books
The more words a baby is exposed to, the more their brain grows! Hear from Hunterdon County Libraries about activities you can do every day - at home and at the library. Your baby IS ready to read and learn!
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Wednesday, April 30 @ 2:00 PM
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium (CJFHC)
VirtualPreparing for Your First Pediatrician Appointment
This presentation will guide new parents through preparing for their baby’s first visit to the pediatrician.
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Friday, May 2 @ 8:30 AM in Flemington (Monthly)
Hunterdon Health
In-PersonLearn to be a Babysitter
This popular program helps young adults learn childcare basics, safety and dealing with emergencies, managing to babysit as a business, first aid, and AHA Friends and Family CPR.
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Tuesday, May 6 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualMaternal Health Support Group
Join Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, in a compassionate and supportive community designed specifically for expectant and new mothers.
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Thursday, May 8 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn Grief Education Workshop: Coping with Grief - Supporting Grievers
Lunch & Learn Grief Education Workshop: Coping with Grief - Supporting Grievers
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Tuesday, May 13 @ 5:00 PM in Flemington
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
In-PersonParent Café – Juggling Your Three Ring Circus
Whether you have one baby on the way or several kids at home...
...Life can be like a balancing act!
In Parent Cafés every voice is valued. Parent Cafés are a parent-to-parent way to build family resilience and nurture potential.
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Tuesday, May 13 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualHealthy Fetal Development: Nutrition Essentials
Join dietitian Ivette Lebron, MS, RDN, for an informative and engaging virtual session designed to empower expectant mothers with the knowledge and tools they need for optimal prenatal nutrition.
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Wednesday, May 14 - Friday, November 14 (Monthly)
Tri County CMO
VirtualWant a Better Connection with Your Kid?
The Nurtured Heart Approach is an essential set of strategies for transforming the most intense children.
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Thursday, May 15 in Flemington
NAMI
In-PersonNAMI Arts Contest 2025 - Bringing Mental Health into The Open!
All entrants must complete the form. If the entrant is a minor, a parent/guardian must also sign this consent form. Please complete all sections of the entry form.
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Friday, May 16 @ 2:00 PM
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
VirtualKeeping Healthy During Pregnancy
We’ll talk about the importance of nutritious food, staying active, resting, and taking care of your mental health. Come join us as we learn how to keep you and your baby healthy and strong throughout pregnancy.
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Saturday, May 17 @ 12:00 PM in North Plainfield
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
In-PersonSomerset County Community Baby Shower
Brought to you by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and Family Connects NJ, we're holding our Somerset County Community Baby Shower. There will be games, food, and fun as we shower the moms-to-be with love and gifts!
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Monday, May 19 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualTraumatic Brain Injury In Service Members and Veterans: Symptoms, Support, Advocacy, and Wellness
This webinar covers traumatic brain injury in service members and veterans, including prevalence, screening, return-to-duty guidelines, symptoms (acute to chronic), management strategies, wellness, and resources for service members, veterans, and caregivers.
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Tuesday, May 20 @ 4:30 PM in Flemington
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
In-PersonFamily Summer Resource Expo ~ Exposición de Recursos de Verano Familiar
More than a dozen Hunterdon County resources for pregnant people and families and caregivers of infants, toddlers, and young children. Refreshments. Door Prizes
Más de una docena de recursos del condado de Hunterdon para embarazadas, familias y cuidadores de bebés y niños pequeños. Refrescos. Premios. -
Tuesday, May 20 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualLet's Doula this! Understanding the Role of Doulas for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond
Join Ines P. Serna, MS-PH, CCCE, CD(DONA) for a webinar designed to provide a family-centered approach to understanding community-based doulas.
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Tuesday, May 20 @ 6:30 PM
Englewood Health
Virtual¡Vamos a Doula esto! Comprendiendo el rol de las doulas durante el embarazo, el parto y más
Únase a Inés P. Serna, MS-PH, CCCE, CD(DONA) en un seminario web diseñado para brindar un enfoque centrado en la familia sobre las doulas comunitarias.
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Thursday, May 22 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Coping with Grief - Window of Tolerance
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Thursday, June 5 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Self Compassion While Grieving
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 6:30 PM
Family Support Organization of Bergen County
VirtualGuardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney
The workshop will cover the basics of guardianship, limited guardianship, conservatorship, and other surrogate decision-making options, with an aim towards attaining the maximum possible independence for your child while preserving vital protections for important decision-making.
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Thursday, June 19 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Mediators of Mourning
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Saturday, June 21 @ 9:00 AM in Somerset
One Family One Fight, Inc
In-PersonCommunity Unity Day
Youth participants must register by June 1
Community Unity Day is a free, family-friendly event celebrating youth, empowerment, and community connection through sports clinics, motivational speakers, games, resources, and live entertainment. Hosted by One Family One Fight and partners, it’s a powerful day of healing, inspiration, and togetherness for all ages. -
Tuesday, June 24 @ 5:00 PM in Somerset
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
In-PersonParent Café: When Life Gives You Lemons
Join us in this refreshing Parent Café where we’ll chat about resilience and raising children.