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Digital edition October 2026
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Top story · October 2026
Roseland Public Library is inviting residents to spend time with a new display of abstract artwork by Dorrey B., on view throughout October.
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October 2026
Roseland residents can carve and decorate their own pumpkins for a chance at prizes in the borough's 2026 Pumpkin Decorating Contest, with entries due the same day as the borough's Halloween Party at the Harrison Complex.
October 2026
Roseland Day will return to the Harrison Complex and Snack Shack Patio on Saturday, Oct. 3, bringing an afternoon and evening of food, music, activities and opportunities for neighbors to gather as the fall season begins. The borough's annual celebration is scheduled from 2 to 8 p.m.; if weather requires a change, the rain date is Sunday, Oct. 4.
October 2026
Young people who are curious about coding can still join Roseland Public Library’s Scratch programming series this October. The six-week course is designed for participants ages 7 through teens and is structured so students may register for individual classes or take part in the full series.
October 2026
The Roseland Senior Society has announced its fourth-quarter schedule of regular gatherings. RSVPs are required for all events; residents may call 973-403-6854 to register. Locations will be announced.
October 2026
The Borough of Roseland will hold a free document-shredding day for residents on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The service is open to Roseland residents only.
October 2026
Roseland's annual Trunk or Treat has a new date and time: Saturday, Oct. 17, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Harrison Complex, on or near Harrison Avenue. A rain date is set for Sunday, Oct. 18. Setup for participating vehicles begins an hour before the event, at 3 p.m.
October 2026
Roseland residents can use the borough’s pickleball courts at no membership cost in 2026, while nonresident players may purchase annual memberships or daily guest badges through the borough’s recreation office.
October 2026
The Borough of Roseland held its first-ever First Responder Appreciation Day, partnering with the Roseland Police Foundation to honor the borough's Police, Fire Department and First Aid Squad. Sponsors helped make the evening possible, giving residents a chance to turn out and show their support for Roseland's emergency services.
October 2026
Roseland’s senior citizens are invited to join their neighbors from across the West Essex community for a morning of breakfast, student talent and intergenerational connection at West Essex High School’s annual Fall Harvest Breakfast and Musical Performance.
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