From Japanese to pottery: Kearny Adult School has a class for you

By Jaimie Julia Winters Looking to learn a new skill such as sign language, kickboxing, Japanese, or charcoal sketching? For over 40 years, Kearny Adult School has been offering lifelong learning through evening courses and community education programs rooted in the town’s rich industrial and immigrant history. While traditionally offering English as a Second Language…

January 7, 2026

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Order the haggis, ready the whiskey, Robbie Burns Day is upon us!

By Jaimie Julia Winters In Kearny, some say Robbie Burns Day—celebrated each year on Jan. 25—is even bigger than St. Patrick’s Day. Also known as Burns Night, the event honors the life and poetry of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns, who was born in 1759. The celebration holds special meaning in Kearny, where, at one…

January 6, 2026

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Ready to make music your New Year’s resolution?

Jaimie Julia Winters Looking to sharpen your musical skills in 2026? Paz Music Academy in Kearny makes it easy to get started with affordable lessons and instrument rentals for all ages and skill levels. Offering instruction in piano, guitar, voice, violin, saxophone, bass, drums, and ukulele, students can explore classical, jazz, pop, or rock in…

January 5, 2026

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A beloved Epiphany tradition: Three Kings Day at St. Stephen’s

By Jaimie Julia Winters The Christmas season officially ends on Jan. 6 with the Feast of the Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day. For Catholics, this great feast celebrates the visit of the Magi or wise men to the infant Jesus, and it also commemorates Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River by St. John…

December 30, 2025

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Kearny Life lands exclusive with Kearny’s beloved Santa and Mrs. Claus

By Jaimie Julia Winters Michele and Joe Sarowski were married in a Christmas-themed wedding on a blustery day in December 1979, a celebration befitting Santa and Mrs. Claus. Joe, a volunteer fireman, later became a police officer in Lyndhurst. Michele taught at St. Stephen’s in Kearny. However, they are most known for their work as…

December 16, 2025

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Kearny Giving Tree answers growing holiday need

By Jaimie Julia Winters More Kearny families are facing hardship this holiday season than ever before, but the Kearny Giving Tree is helping ensure they still enjoy a merry Christmas—thanks to the generosity of residents, organizations, and businesses. For decades, the Kearny Giving Tree has matched Kearny families in need with local gift givers. The…

December 14, 2025

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Kearny’s hidden treasures: Gifts for everyone on your list

Jaimie Julia Winters From sports enthusiasts and Scottish friends to dog lovers, music fans, and even the hard-to-shop-for, Kearny’s downtown shops offer a world of gifts—perfect for spreading holiday cheer and finding something truly special for everyone on your list. Kearny Life shopped downtown in search of the perfect gift for everyone on our list.…

December 11, 2025

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Festive flavors fill Kearny’s bakeries this holiday season

By Kelly Nicholaides Bakeries and pastry shops across Kearny are serving up winter holiday favorites—from fruity pastries and flavorful Tres Leches cakes to festive cookies and more. Whether Portuguese, Brazilian, or classic sweets, these treats are sure to be a hit at any party or perfect to enjoy on the go. Arcos Pastry Holiday…

December 10, 2025

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Facing every challenge: Kearny mother helps children with disabilities with strength and love

By Jaimie Julia Winters When Nell Santos learned in 2012 that she was expecting a long-awaited baby girl after giving birth to two boys, she was overjoyed. Nicolle arrived on Oct. 19, 2022, in an uncomplicated delivery, but doctors quickly discovered she had been born with Down syndrome. “On that day, I received the most…

December 9, 2025

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Library director reveals his must-read books of 2025

Kearny Life tapped Joshua Humphrey, Kearny’s Library Director, for his top reads of 2025. From grief to love, and from historical and sci-fi epics to lyrical poetry, he delivered some standouts. See any you like? All are available to borrow at the library. ‘FLASHLIGHT’ BY SUSAN CHOI This wonderful novel starts with the events of…

December 6, 2025

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From Japanese to pottery: Kearny Adult School has a class for you

Order the haggis, ready the whiskey, Robbie Burns Day is upon us!

Ready to make music your New Year’s resolution?

A beloved Epiphany tradition: Three Kings Day at St. Stephen’s

Kearny Life lands exclusive with Kearny’s beloved Santa and Mrs. Claus

Kearny Giving Tree answers growing holiday need

Kearny’s hidden treasures: Gifts for everyone on your list

Festive flavors fill Kearny’s bakeries this holiday season

Facing every challenge: Kearny mother helps children with disabilities with strength and love

Library director reveals his must-read books of 2025

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