July 4, or Independence Day, celebrated the passage of the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776, marking the birth of the nation. The first draft was proposed by John Adams, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. All over the United States there are celebrations in honor of this historic moment in our nation's history.
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We celebrate and honor the many contributions and diverse ancestry of those who founded this country and fought for its independence.
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Laura Baloh shares her reflections on the challenges and rewards of her work as part of ICSST’s 4-12 Profiles in Faith series.
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July 3: The Feast of Saint Thomas celebrates this Apostal who is known for his initial unwillingness to believe the other apostles in their claim that Jesus had risen from the dead. St. Thomas can teach the faithful about believing without seeing.
- July 22: The Feast of St. Mary Magdelene celebrates this disciple who was one of the witnesses of the Crucifixion and burial of Jesus and, famously, was the first person to see him after the Resurrection.
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- July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to bring awareness to the unique struggles regarding mental illness that racial and ethnic minority communities face in the United States.
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July is National French-American Heritage Month in the United States to recognize the important contributions made to the U.S. by Americans of French descent.
- July 4: Independence Day
- July 11: World Population Day
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July 18: Nelson Mandela International Day
- July 26: Disability Independence Day recognizes July 26, 1990, the day that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush.
- July 30: International Day of Friendship
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- July 7: Hijri New Year (Islam)
- July 9: Martyrdom of the Bab (Baha’i)
- July 9: Eid al-Adha (Islam)
- July 16-17: Ashura (Islam)
- July 24: Pioneer Day (Mormon)
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South Orange Summer Nights
Summer Concerts and Moonlit Movies are Wednesday night programs collectively known as South Orange Summer Nights. Flood’s Hill in South Orange is the place to be each Wednesday evening all summer long. Beginning in July, enjoy programming on our summer stage.
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Downtown After Sundown
Join South Orange Downtown every Saturday at Spiotta Park for Downtown After Sundown summer concert series.
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South Orange Farmers Market
Visit the South Orange Downtown Farmers Market, Wednesdays, June 5 to Oct 30 in the Sloan St. Lot (across from the NJ Transit station) from 2-7 PM, rain or shine.
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Maplewoodstock
On Saturday, July 13 at Memorial Park, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country and Remember Jones will be headlining Maplewoodstock
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Newark First Fridays 2024: With All Due Respect
Each month, Newark First Fridays showcases emerging artists, makers, artisan food vendors, musicians, and uniquely talented street performers. Seeking to empower equitable business and exposure to Newark as a complete city.
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We are deeply concerned and saddened by the ongoing outbreaks of violence and loss of life at home and abroad. Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected.
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Please take time to review our campus resources:
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Please also join our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee and our Heritage Month celebration planning committees. Get involved or email dei@shu.edu for more information.
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