World Cup watch parties, Kearny Eats! and more: 10 weekend events you won’t want to miss

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've rounded up nine great events happening in and around Kearny from Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21. Whether you're cheering on Team USA at a World Cup watch party, hunting for bargains at the Marina Flea Market, enjoying live music, supporting a local food drive, or…

June 19, 20260Comments

ByJack Marflak

Lifestyle People

Meet the Kearny cobbler keeping shoe repair alive

Lucio Paiva, a 70-year-old Brazilian cobbler, hands over a mirror-shine, thigh-high, red stiletto boot. “You like?” he asks. “Maybe for Lady Gaga.” He heads to a back room of shelved, beaten leather goods. Balms, salves, and dyes from Brooklyn-based wholesaler, Kaufman Shoe Repair Supplies will be used to nourish, condition, and restore them. A…

June 10, 20260Comments

ByKelly Nicholaides

Food and Dining Lifestyle

Your Kearny Life weekend guide: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 5-7

Looking for something to do this weekend? From family-friendly movies and magic shows at the Kearny Public Library to great food during Kearny Eats!, there’s no shortage of activities to enjoy. You can also check out a nearby food truck festival, enjoy an evening of chamber music under the stars, or celebrate Portugal Day with…

June 5, 20260Comments

ByKearny Life Staff

Food and Dining Lifestyle

Kearny Eats! returns June 5 with deals, discounts and local flavor

There is one local event that never fails to excite the food lover in all of us. Kearny Eats! is back! Sponsored by the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone (KUEZ), Kearny Eats! returns this Friday, June 5 and runs through Sunday, June 21. The annual program is designed to support local Kearny restaurant and food businesses…

May 31, 20260Comments

ByJack Marflak

News Things to Do

Kearny to honor fallen service members with Memorial Day Parade and remembrance

Kearny will once again honor the nation’s fallen service members with a series of Memorial Day events, including the town’s longtime Memorial Day Parade, Hometown Heroes Banner Program, and American Flag placement ceremony at Soldier's Circle. The 2026 Kearny Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, beginning at 7 p.m. The parade…

May 20, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Food and Dining News

We have the scoop on cool treats for warm days

As temperatures rise and summer draws closer, ice cream season has officially arrived. Whether you’re craving a classic cone, Italian ice, rolled ice cream, or an over-the-top dessert creation, Kearny offers plenty of sweet spots to help you cool down. From longtime neighborhood favorites to newer specialty shops, here are three local destinations serving up…

May 18, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Lifestyle News

What’s next for Kearny’s historic First Lutheran Church

Kearny officials say the town is moving forward with plans to convert the former First Lutheran Church property on Oakwood Avenue into a new community arts and recreation center while preserving one of the town’s most distinctive historic landmarks. The municipality officially acquired the property at 61-71 Oakwood Ave. in early 2024 for $1.46…

May 12, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

News Trends

Kearny launches community survey to shape town branding

The Town of Kearny, in partnership with the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone (KUEZ), is asking residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to weigh in on a new effort to define how the town presents itself to the public. Officials say the survey is part of a broader initiative to create a clear, consistent brand…

May 6, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Food and Dining News

Top spots for Mother’s Day brunch, sunny weekend dining

As Mother’s Day approaches and warmer weather invites diners outdoors, brunch season is in full swing across Kearny and North Arlington. Whether you’re planning a celebratory meal for mom, gathering friends for a sunny weekend outing, or simply craving a leisurely late-morning feast, local restaurants are serving everything from elegant eggs Benedict and French toast…

May 5, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Food and Dining News

Take in Kearny’s history and some tasty food at Historic Walking and Food Tour

A second Historic Walking & Food Tour is set to return to Kearny on Saturday, May 9, inviting residents and visitors to explore the township’s evolving downtown through history, storytelling, and small bites from local eateries. The tour, hosted by Strong Towns West Hudson in partnership with the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone (KUEZ)…

April 8, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

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