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What's happening in Newark this weekend?!

Good evening and happy Thursday, family! We hope this newsletter finds you as well as you can be.

Newark Gay Pride has been hosting events all week, BUT there is so much more! Head to their website to see the event lineup for the weekend. The annual Pride parade is taking place on Sunday - The lineup begins at 11 AM at Lincoln Park, and the walk begins at 12 Noon. It's not too late to sign up for a walking space or a float, get in by tomorrow, July 15th!

Newark Pride Parade route

The Newark Black Film Festival is in the building! Catch original and short films (with Q & A sessions with filmmakers) over at the Newark Museum of Art! Click here to register and learn more. Vibes After Dark is hosting the after-party on Sunday from 6 pm - 10 pm, get tickets here.

Official flyer for Black Film Fest after party hosted by Vibes After Dark

Here is our Recap Video of the End-of-Year Event with Al-Munir Farms!

Recap of our event with Al-Munir Farms!

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