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November 2026
Chatham Troop 280 Celebrates Two Eagle Scouts
Chatham Troop 280 honored Keara Hettiarachchi and Adrienne Yannotta at its October 8 Court of Honor, celebrating their achievements in leadership and community service.
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November 2026
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November 2026
Chatham Turkey Trot Brings Thanksgiving Fun and Community Giving
Chatham’s Thanksgiving tradition returns November 26 with the 18th Annual Chatham Turkey Trot. More than 1,000 runners are expected for the 1 Mile Family Fun Run and USA Track & Field-certified 5K in the Highlands section of Chatham Township.
November 2026
Famous Works of Art Reimagined at Library of the Chathams
The Drew Art Association’s popular Fabulous Fake art show returns to the Library of the Chathams this November, featuring copies and interpretations of famous paintings, along with works inspired by well-known artists.
November 2026
Chatham French Teacher Honored for Building International Connections
Chatham High School French teacher Leslie Caulfield received the “Chevalier de l’Ordre de Lafayette” award in recognition of her dedication to strengthening the relationship between France and the United States.
November 2026
Explore America’s Beauty Through Landscape Painting
The Chatham Historical Society invites the community to its free fall program, “From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting,” on Sunday, November 15 at 3 p.m. in the Library of the Chathams’ Lundt Room.
November 2026
Great Swamp Refuge Preserves Revolutionary-Era History
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, a 7,853-acre protected landscape in Morris County, is best known for its birds and wetlands. Its history, however, reaches back long before the refuge was established in 1960.
November 2026
Love Always Takes Art Beyond Gallery Walls
From gallery walls to a library display and postcards discovered around town, Love Always uses art to connect people and support charitable causes.
November 2026
Molly Niekerk Receives Chatham Emergency Squad Scholarship
Chatham High School’s Molly Niekerk, who plans to study nursing at Auburn University, was selected from 21 applicants to receive the Chatham Emergency Squad’s scholarship recognizing volunteer service and an interest in medicine or science.
November 2026
New CMS Champs Program Celebrates Character, Merit and Service
Chatham Middle School is recognizing the everyday actions that strengthen its school community through CMS Champs, a new school-wide program focused on Character, Merit and Service.
November 2026
Morris County Honors Two Nonprofit Leaders for Nearly 60 Years of Service
Two longtime nonprofit leaders whose work has helped Morris County residents learn new skills, find support and live independently were honored as they marked their retirements.
November 2026
Clyde Paul Agency Volunteers Bring Comfort to Organ Donor Families
Employees of Clyde Paul Agency, Inc. recently gathered at NJ Sharing Network’s headquarters in New Providence to support families of deceased organ and tissue donors through its Wrapped in Love program.
November 2026
Library of the Chathams Invites Neighbors to Gather, Give and Celebrate
The Library of the Chathams is celebrating Thanksgiving with a November lineup centered on food, friendship and community service. From preparing meal kits for neighbors to sharing recipes and enjoying a Friendsgiving meal, the library is inviting residents to connect with one another during the holiday season.
November 2026
Discover the Science Behind Genetic Genealogy
The Morris County Library and Bloomingdale Free Public Library are inviting residents to learn how investigative genetic genealogy helps researchers find answers during a free virtual program on Thursday, November 12, from 7 to 8 p.m.
November 2026
Helping Set the Thanksgiving Table for 2,700 Morris County Families
A Thanksgiving meal takes more than a turkey. It takes the ingredients, time and helping hands that bring everything together. This fall, the Interfaith Food Pantry Network is asking the community to help provide holiday meals for 2,700 Morris County families.
November 2026
Safely Dispose of Unused Medications
An unused prescription bottle can be easy to overlook in a medicine cabinet, but New Jersey residents have a simple year-round option for clearing out medications that are expired or no longer needed: Project Medicine Drop.
November 2026
The 200 Club Stands Behind Morris County’s First Responders
When first responders answer a call, their families share in the sacrifices that come with serving the community. Since 1971, The 200 Club of Morris County has helped support those families through financial assistance, scholarships and recognition of extraordinary service.
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November 2026
The Women of Congress Bring History to Life at Trailside
An all-female cast will bring the debate over American independence to the stage when Union County presents “The Women of Congress 1776” on Wednesday, November 18, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Trailside Nature & Science Center in Mountainside.
November 2026
OLD GUARD ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER SPEAKERS
Artificial intelligence, prehistoric wildlife and New Jersey’s colonial taverns are among the topics on the Summit Area Old Guard’s November schedule.
November 2026
November at Morris County Library
The Morris County Library’s November schedule includes a Veterans Day documentary screening with the filmmaker, virtual information sessions, drop-in crafts, clubs and programs for every age. Registration is required for some programs, as noted below.
November 2026
Meet Your New Best Friend at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter
Looking for a new companion? Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter in East Hanover invites visitors to meet Rosette, Emma and other animals waiting for loving homes.
November 2026
Natalie Pereira Opens Library’s Fall Music Program
The Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library open their fall music program featuring local singer-songwriters with a performance by Natalie Pereira on November 8 at 3 p.m. in the library’s Conti Room.