JUNE 2024 UPCOMING EVENTS
June is just around the corner, and whether you enjoy hiking, singing, or watching movies, Oakland has something in store for everyone! Check out the following list of upcoming events:
Oakland Recreation Commission
Baseball/Softball Parade – Fever Pitch
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Recreation Field, Oakland, NJ 07436
Join us in celebrating Oakland’s baseball and softball seasons and teams!
Bouncy castles, dunk tank, DJ, hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and refreshments.
Bergen County Utilities Authority
Recycling Event
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 pm (rain or shine)
Bergen County Campgaw Mountain Reservation
200 Campgaw Road (ski area), Mahwah, NJ 07430
Mobile paper shredding, electronics and computers, unwanted medication, tire recycling.
Safe and free collections for Bergen County residents – proof of residency is required.
No business/commercial waste will be accepted.
Sustainable Oakland Green Team
First Sunday Hikes
Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Ramapo Lake, Skyline Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 (lower parking lot)
Take a guided hike; fun for all ages!
More info & registration at FirstSundayHikesOakland.eventbrite.com
Oakland Public Library
Favorite Foreign Films
Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Oakland Public Library, Oakland, NJ 07436
Don’t miss the screening of Kolya (1996) at the OPL!
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Polls open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Polling Places:
Districts 1 & 2 Senior Citizens Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, N.J. 07436
Districts 3 & 4 Senior Citizens Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, N.J. 07436
Districts 5 & 6 Heights School, 114 Seminole Avenue, Oakland, N.J. 07436
Districts 7 & 8 Manito School, 111 Manito Avenue, Oakland, N.J. 07436
EARLY VOTING LOCATIONS ARE OPEN
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sustainable Oakland Green Team
Living Safely with Wildlife in Your Neighborhood
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30 PM
Oakland Public Library, Oakland, NJ 07436
Register at https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12551810
Arts in Oakland
Intro to Improv
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM starting May 21st
Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436
Free to Oakland residents 16+
Signup: arts@oakland-nj.org
Oakland Senior Center
Patriotic Wreath Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436
Open to seniors aged 55 and over
$10 – all supplies are included
Register on MyActiveCenter.com or at the Senior Center Office
Grand Opening of the Arts Pavilion
Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rain date – Sunday, June 9, 2024
Great Oak Park
Free concert and 5 hours of food, music & harmony!
Bergen County Utilities Authority
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Sunday, June 9, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Bergen Community College, 400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
Entry via Paramus Rd. ONLY
Take your hazardous waste to a safer place!
Free of charge for Bergen County residents only – ID required.
NO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ALLOWED.
Oakland Public Library
Step Into Nature
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM
An introduction to hiking with Mario Medici
Register online at https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12501965 or by calling 201-337-3742
Oakland Carnival
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 – Saturday, June 15, 2024
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Wednesday – Thursday)
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Friday)
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Saturday)
Wristband Special (Unlimited Rides)
Per Night – $40.00
Pre-Pay – $35.00
Oakland Access for All
Oakland Carnival
Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rides will have limited lights and sounds and will be at reduced speeds.
Special wristbands will be given at the entrance to anyone wishing to come for the 2 hours.
Guardians and/or chaperones are required.
Sign up by email – oaklandafa@gmail.com; advance sign ups preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
Oakland Flag Day Ceremony
Friday, June 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Veterans Park, Oakland, NJ 07436
The Oakland B.P.O. Elks Lodge will hold a Flag Day Ceremony in Veterans Park. This event is open to the public and all are invited to attend.
Styrofoam Drive
Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rain date – June 16, 2024
1 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436
Email greenteam@oakland-nj.org with any questions.
Oakland Senior Center
Summer BBQ
Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 12:30 PM
Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436
Open to seniors aged 55 and over
BBQ favorites and musical entertainment by the Wildcats
$12 per person; register by June 14th at the Senior Center Office
Oakland Public Library
One Fine Tapestry: A Carole King Tribute
Friday, June 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Join Gerard and Diane as they salute the legendary singer/songwriter and cover several of her hits.
Register by calling 201-337-3742
Blood Drive
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436
Register online by visiting donors.vitalant.org (using blood drive code: XOAKL)
Arts in Oakland
Open Mic Night & Karaoke & Jam Session
Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Real Brave, 350 Ramapo Valley Rd, Oakland, NJ 07436
Info & Registration at Oakland-nj.org
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