October 2026
Union Recreation Department Receives AED Donation
The Township of Union Recreation Department has received an automated external defibrillator through a donation from Ifeatu-Ifediche Anambra Women of New Jersey.
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Union Ends Summer With Movie Night
Union families gathered for an end-of-summer community movie night just before Labor Day, creating a relaxed final outdoor celebration before the fall season began. Residents spread blankets across the field, children took part in activities and families had time to visit before the evening’s feature presentation, “Hoppers.”
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October 2026
New YMCA Fitness Center
The Gateway Family YMCA is planning to open a new Fitness Center at its Union branch, 201 Tucker Ave., in late fall 2026.
October 2026
Veterans Wellness Program
Veterans and their spouses or partners can now register for The Gateway Family YMCA’s free Fall 2026 Veterans Wellness Initiative, a 12-week program offered at the Y’s Union, Elizabeth and Rahway locations.
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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
Union Library October Programs
Union Public Library’s October schedule includes programs at the Main Library, 1980 Morris Ave., and the Vauxhall Branch, 123 Hilton Ave. Registration is required for adult programs. For information, visit uplnj.org, call Adult Services at 908-851-5450 ext. 3, the Vauxhall Branch at 908-851-5451, or Youth Services at 908-851-5450 ext. 4.
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.
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