October 2026
Roselle Park Festival of India Is Oct. 3
Roselle Park will celebrate the sights, sounds and flavors of Indian culture at its 11th Annual Festival of India on Saturday, Oct. 3, beginning at 5 p.m. at Roselle Park High School.
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October 2026
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October 2026
Library Knitters Give Back
The Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library's weekly knitting group recently completed a collection of handmade hats, scarves and gloves for donation.
October 2026
Roselle Park Repair Cafe Set for Oct. 10
ROSELLE PARK, N.J. — In a consumption-heavy world, it can be easy to throw away and buy new. The Roselle Park Environmental Commission is offering residents an opportunity to bring new life to worn but cherished items on Saturday, Oct. 10.
October 2026
K of C Car Show Supports Food Pantry
Knights of Columbus Monsignor Loreti Council 3240 will hold its seventh annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show on Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Church of the Assumption, 113 Coolidge Place, Roselle Park.
October 2026
Adoptable Pets Looking for Homes
Three animals from two area rescue organizations are looking for homes this fall.
October 2026
Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
October is Rett Syndrome awareness month. Rett syndrome is a very rare disorder that some babies are born with. Girls are affected more but there is a very small percentage of boys that have it also. It affects your brain, muscles, and development because your cells are not able to make the MECP2 gene it needs.
October 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.
October 2026
Coach Wagner Honored
Roselle Park honored longtime educator and football coach John Wagner on Sept. 3, naming the school sports complex John Wagner Stadium at Herm Shaw Field. The ceremony, held at 5:40 p.m. at the lower field entrance, came just before the Roselle Park Panthers took the field for their home opener against Belvidere. Wagner, now 75, attended with his family.
October 2026
Roselle Park Library October Programs
Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library, 404 Chestnut St., Roselle Park, has announced its October 2026 calendar. All dates and times are subject to change; visit roselleparklibrary.org for up-to-date information. Programs marked with an asterisk have limited spots. Registration is required for children’s programs.
October 2026
American Legion Pancake Breakfast
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 102 will host a public Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Oct. 18, offering a community meal and a way for area residents to support veterans.
October 2026
Give Blood This Fall
The American Red Cross is asking eligible donors to make a blood or platelet appointment this fall as the organization works to rebuild supplies following a summer shortage.