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2nd Annual Frosty Woods Mountain Bike Race at Ringwood State Park
Calling all riders who are not ready to put the bike away yet. This late season race is a good way to work off the Thanksgiving food and ride in cool fast November conditions. Choose your race style and stay after for food and drinks.
🌲 Nature Retreat at The New Weis Center
Join Highlands Nature Friends for a full-day retreat designed to restore balance and connection. Highlights include forest bathing, Himalayan sound healing, chakra balancing, aromatherapy, nature journaling, and a sunset campfire.
🎟️ Church of the Good Shepherd Tricky Tray
All proceeds benefit the Church of the Good Shepherd in Ringwood. Doors open at 2:00 PM, calling begins at 3:00 PM. Admission is $15 and open to adults 18+.
Ringwood Ambulance Auxiliary Homemade Soup Sale
Soup season is here. Pick up homemade soups prepared by the Ringwood Ambulance Auxiliary and support the work of the Ringwood Ambulance Corps. Take out only and it sells quickly so arrive early.
Cupsaw Artisan Fair
Local makers will be set up at the Cupsaw Clubhouse with art, gifts, sweets, candles, pet treats and more. A good stop if you are starting holiday shopping and want to keep it local.
Fall Into Winter Art Show and Craft Sale
Shop local artwork in a historic setting. The Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts is filling the carriage barn with paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, cards, ornaments and handcrafted gifts. It runs through the season so you can come back more than once.
Southern Paws Inc. Season of Giving Drive
This Thanksgiving we are helping our local food pantry make sure family pets are cared for too. Southern Paws Inc. is collecting pet supplies so families in need can keep their dogs and cats fed through the holiday season. Every bag, can and treat helps.
🍝 Free Community Spaghetti Dinner — Sunday, November 2
Join neighbors at the Cupsaw Lake Clubhouse (185 Cupsaw Dr, Ringwood) for a free spaghetti dinner hosted by the Ringwood Republicans.
🐾 Ringwood’s Free Rabies Clinic
The Borough of Ringwood offers a free clinic for dogs and cats. All pets must be leashed or contained.
🏉 Rugby 101: Free Clinic
Learn the game, build confidence, and have fun! This non-contact, flag-style clinic introduces kids ages 7–14 to the fundamentals of rugby through teamwork, coordination, and play. Led by Bergen Catholic’s Head Coach Tim Downey.
A Wicked Walk at Weis
Dare to explore the haunted cabins and spooky forest trail at The New Weis Center. Enjoy ghost stories, a campfire, and s’mores along the way!
🍂 Fourth Annual Harvest Festival
Hosted by the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, the Harvest Festival returns with a full afternoon of family fun — including hayrides, pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, corn maze, food trucks, and fresh apple cider. A perfect way to celebrate the season outdoors with neighbors.
🍷 Wine & Whiskey Tasting at Cupsaw
Enjoy an evening of wine and whiskey tastings, a 50/50 raffle, and tricky tray prizes — all in support of the Ringwood Rattler Football Program.
🎃 Ringwood Halloween Home Decorating Contest
Get your spooky spirit ready! Ringwood’s favorite Halloween tradition is back — the annual Home Decorating Contest, sponsored by the Skylands Real Estate Team and Parties by Porcelli.
Show off your haunted handiwork by sending a short one-minute vertical video of your decorated home for a chance to win $100 gift cards! Ghosts, goblins, and creative lighting welcome.
Pumpkin Chunkin at Weiss
Take part in a fall favorite at The New Weis Center! Carve or decorate your pumpkin, then launch it across the field with their mighty trebuchet to see how far it flies.
St. Francis of Assisi Church Clothing Drive
Give your old clothes a second chance. Donate wearable clothes, sneakers, shoes, belts, handbags, hats, scarves, and both hard and soft toys. Proceeds benefit community programs in collaboration with ClothingDrive4Funding. Please bring items in bags.
Fundraiser for the Dittemer, Travan, Savastano campaign for Ringwood Council
Enjoy a night of live music from The Lake Dwellers Band, local food, and a silent auction at this community fundraiser. Proceeds support Erika Travan, Ryan Dittemer, and Mark Savastano in their run for Ringwood Council.
🐟 Ringwood Ambulance Auxiliary Fish & Chips Dinner
Support the Ringwood Ambulance Auxiliary with a take-out only fish & chips dinner (or chicken & chips option). Delicious desserts are included. To order tickets, call Carolyn at (973) 962-9744 or Linda at (973) 962-7978. Meals prepared by Tastefully British.
Ringwood Republicans - Oktoberfest
Ringwood Republicans invite you to their annual Oktoberfest, an evening filled with authentic German food, live German music, and community spirit in support of Republican Council candidates Sean Noonan, Paul Rubacky, and Frank Auteri.
Pumpkin Chunkin at Weiss
Take part in a fall favorite at The New Weis Center! Carve or decorate your pumpkin, then launch it across the field with their mighty trebuchet to see how far it flies.
Rocktober Fest
Join the Skyline Lake Fire Department for their annual Rocktober Fest! Enjoy live music, food, drinks, and community fun all day long. Don’t miss the grand prize drawing for the 2025 Honda ATV raffle.
🎨 Paint & Sip for a Cause at Sam’s Bar & Grill
Join a fun evening of painting and sipping while raising funds for The Valley Hospital Foundation for Oncology Support. Tickets are $35 plus the purchase of two food or drink items. Venmo Amy-Conklin-28 to reserve your spot. Proceeds go toward helping families in need.
🐶🐱 Adoption Event at Allendale Veterinary Hospital
Find your next furry friend at this adoption day featuring dogs and cats from several rescue organizations including FOWA, S.A.F.E. House, and Sammy’s Senior Sanctuary.
Support Ringwood Hawks Hockey at Luigi’s
Dine at Luigi’s and mention this flyer to contribute to the team. 10% of all proceeds will go directly to support the Ringwood Hawks Hockey program.
The Uptown Boogie Band at Ringwood Manor
NJBS teams up with the Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts to bring an afternoon of blues at the beautiful Art Gallery in Ringwood Manor, featuring The Uptown Boogie Band. Doors @ 4 pm, Music @ 5 pm.
Marine Corps Lakeland Detachment 744 Breakfast
Enjoy a hearty breakfast while supporting the Marine Corps League Lakeland Detachment 744. From fresh eggs and omelets to pancakes, waffles, bacon, and pastries—it’s a true community feast.
BUS TRIP to the NY Botanical Gardens Van Gogh: Painting with Flowers
Join the RMAA for a bus trip to the New York Botanical Gardens.
Bus leaves Ringwood Manor Parking Lot A promptly at 9:00am. Return 4pm-5pm
Bear Encounters & Hiking Workshop
Thankfully most hikes go as planned, but we’ve all heard the stories about what could go wrong on a hike: What should you do if you encounter bears, snakes, or even an aggressive dog?
Lakeside Comic Con
Celebrate comics and pop culture at Lakeside Comic Con! Meet artists, enjoy workshops, and dive into Star Wars, Ghostbusters, and more—all in one family-friendly event.
4th Annual Dog Pool Pawty
Join us for the 4th Annual Dog Pool Pawty, an end-of-summer tradition your pup will not want to miss. It’s the final day the pool is open for the season, and there’s no better way to close it out than with a fun swim day for your doggie.
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