Events in Elizabeth today

Union County hosts a Household Hazardous Waste drop-off at Kean University in the Kean Hall lot. Residents can bring a range of household chemicals for safe recycling or disposal, including oil-based finishes, motor oil, gasoline, propane tanks, pool chemicals, pesticides, fluorescent light bulbs, and more. Latex wall paint, medical sharps, and welding gas or oxygen cylinders will not be accepted. For latex paint, dry it at home using commercial paint hardener, sand, kitty litter, or sawdust, then place it in household trash once it is fully hardened. All Union County recycling events are contact-free and drive-up only, and residents must remain in their vehicles while staff unload materials from the trunk.

At Newport Racquet Club, little players are introduced to pickleball through a Peewee Kids Camp created for early beginners. The program offers lively, age-tailored sessions that keep kids moving and make learning approachable for the youngest participants. It provides a friendly first step into this rapidly growing sport while keeping the focus on fun.

This 8th annual motorcycle and car wash fundraiser from Team Interrupters Inc. raises support for youth mentoring and community programs. A $20 donation per vehicle includes an exterior wash, vacuuming, a TII air freshener, a hot or cold beverage, and a light snack while you wait. Proceeds help fund educational workshops, leadership development, field trips, and other positive opportunities for the young people they serve. If attending is not possible or you do not drive, contributions can be made through Cash App at $teaminterruptersinc, Zelle at 908-603-9458, or via PayPal and Venmo under Team Interrupters Inc.

An author signing for the novel Until Love Finds Us takes place at The Book House in Long Branch, New Jersey. Attendees can meet the author and have books signed while exploring a heartfelt later-in-life love story about second chances, healing, hope, and finding love again. The event is suitable for both readers already familiar with Jack and Melanie and those discovering their story for the first time. The author also shares appreciation for the continued support and encouragement from readers.

Celebrate more than a century of Italian American heritage with a lively street feast filled with Jersey spirit. Honoring the Holy Rosary Church tradition, the festivities feature Promised Land keeping the party energized and bringing a Jersey Shore vibe to the celebration.

Usher Raymond & Chris Brown are bringing their R&B co-headlining tour to MetLife Stadium for a big stadium concert night. The lineup features both artists, with tickets available for the show.

Catch Joe Zimmerman for a comedy show at Prudential Center in Newark. The event starts at 7:00 PM.

D.L. Hughley performs at City Winery New York City. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Catch USHER and Chris Brown live at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The show is scheduled for Saturday evening with doors and on-sale details available through Ticketmaster.

D.L. Hughley is taking the stage for a comedy show at City Winery New York City. The performance is scheduled for 6:00 PM.

Young performers can take part in a two-week musical theater intensive presented by Broadway Babies in partnership with American Theater Group and Union Arts Center. Guided by Brooke Hussey and featuring guest artists from Broadway, students receive professional vocal and dance training, participate in audition workshops, and work toward a fully staged final production. Campers also build confidence, teamwork, and communication skills. Early drop-off is available, which can help working families. The program is held at the Girl Scout House in Union, NJ. The fee is $400, and space is limited.

Geared to intermediate and above players, this pickleball clinic at Newport Racquet Club on the Jersey City waterfront focuses on sharpening competitive skills. The clinic covers match strategy, smart shot selection, third-shot drops, and other advanced techniques practiced through fast-paced drills and situational play. Participants can expect a high-energy session designed to accelerate improvement and prepare them for tougher competition.

The City of Reedsport will celebrate the opening of a new bathroom facility at Bicentennial Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Set within the park that is home to Reedsport’s Disc Golf Course, the ceremony marks the addition of this amenity for visitors.

A farmers market is held in the Newark Strong Lobby at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children's Hospital of New Jersey. It takes place on Thursdays in an indoor setting. For more information, call 973-926-7371.

Members of the Dominican Republic community come together for an annual flag-raising ceremony.

Union Arts Center showcases a season of varied theater that spans heartfelt history and spirited comedy. The lineup features Having Our Say by Emily Mann, a narrative portrait that reflects on history, culture, and resilience. Phoebe Potts presents Too Fat for China, an intimate and humor-tinged work exploring identity, expectations, and the realities of international adoption. Kaleidoscope Kabaret appears in a Lotta Laughs edition, a brisk variety showcase built for good cheer and quick wit. Kenneth Jones’s Alabama Story rounds out the program with a Deep South drama that confronts censorship and civil rights, revealing how one book can spark meaningful change. Expect live performances that inspire conversation and connection.