At Home June 19th is the day to celebrate the complete emancipation of slavery. Juneteeth falls on a Friday this year and here is how you can celebrate: Sign Petition To Make Junteeth a National Holiday Here's a look at Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day, by the numbers: What is Juneteenth…
Continue ReadingMemorial Day weekend is the first holiday weekend during the COVID-19 pandemic, aside from the Aries and Taurus who celebrated birthdays within the last few months. Looking forward to it? You should in Newark. As the city and the rest of the country begin to, let’s celebrate this weekend with some…
Continue Reading
Updated: 6/9/2020 Amid the growing concerns about the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and for the health and safety of our Visitor Center personnel, the Visitor Information Center (GNCVB) will be closed to the public until further notice. The GNCVB administrative office will remain OPEN from 9:00 am –…
Continue ReadingUpdated 3/17/20 – As has been widely reported, cases of coronavirus (Covid-19) have been found in the United States, including New Jersey and surrounding areas. Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for New Jersey State. We encourage visitors and residents to consult the Centers for…
Continue Reading
Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau in partnership with United Airlines Announces Winner of its “Three Perfect Days: Newark” Contest NEWARK, NJ (October 14, 2019) — The Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau (GNCVB) in partnership with United Airlines has announced the winner of…
Continue Reading
STAY LOCAL STORE OPENINGS & DEALS "Thanksgiving 2019: An updated list of the stores actually closing on the holiday this year" via NJ.com Popular retailers confirmed to be open for the holiday, according to BestBlackFriday.com: Bed Bath & Beyond (opens at 5 p.m.) Best Buy (opens at 5 p.m.) CVS…
Continue Reading
No longer is Newark a place where you fly into its international airport and hail a 15-minute cab ride towards the twinkling lights of New York City. Newark is a rich destination in of itself, from its background as the birthplace of America’s first public library; the diverse, international art at…
Continue Reading
