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In a crucial community health initiative, University Hospital, in collaboration with Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, will deploy a Mobile Mammogram Screening vehicle to Harrison, NJ, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance breast cancer screening accessibility for local women.
...This May, the Centro Romeu Cascaes (CRC) Portuguese American Community Center is set to host two significant events that highlight the spirit of community and tradition within the Portuguese-American community in Harrison, NJ.
Honoring Rosa and JoĆ£o Ventura: A Luncheon to Remember
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In a vibrant celebration of Portuguese culture and gastronomy, the Portuguese American Community Center, known as Centro Romeu Cascaes, is set to dazzle the community with its much-anticipated Pig Roast Fest Dinner, or "Festa Do LeitĆ£o," this Saturday, April 6, 2024. From 7 p.m. to the stroke of mid...
In a vibrant celebration of International Women's Day, the Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center is set to host an exceptional dinner event on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The festivities will commence at 7 p.m. at the CRC Community Center, located at the heart of Harrison at 14 Sout...
As the holiday season approaches, the communities of Harrison, East Newark, and Kearny are bustling with a variety of Christmas events, each bringing its unique charm and festive spirit. From traditional breakfasts with Santa to charitable drives, thereā€™s something for everyone in this season of joy...
Get ready to don your spookiest costumes and dance the night away at the Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center's Halloween party! This year, the center is pulling out all the stops to ensure a night of thrilling fun and unforgettable memories.
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 Ti...
Harrison Police Chief David Strumolo is excited to announce a series of Community Policing events organized by the Harrison Police Department to foster a stronger bond between the police force and the residents of Harrison. The 2nd Annual Pizza With A Cop event is slated for Monday, October 2, 2023,...
The Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center has proudly announced its annual Portugal Day Celebrations scheduled for the weekend of June 3, 2023. The lively two-day event will feature a multitude of traditional Portuguese activities, from delectable cuisine to cultural performances...
The Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center will be holding International Womanā€™s Day Dinner on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at 1 p.m. at theĀ Community Center located at 14 So. Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison NJ.Ā The dinner will cost $65.00 for Adults and $35.00 for Children (ages 6...
The Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center (Portuguese Club), located at 14 North Frank E. Rodgers Blvd, Harrison, NJ, will be holding its inaugural Tricky Tray event on Saturday, October 1, 2022, starting a 2 p.m. for ticket purchases and drop-off.
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The Portuguese American Community celebrated Portugal Day on the Weekend of June 4th & June 5th. The Portuguese Flag raising was held on Sunday in front of the Town Hall of Harrison. The children from the Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center (Centro Romeu Cascaes) Portuguese Sch...
The Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Club President, Delfim Sarabando was sworn in to take over the seat of current Harrison Third Ward Councilmember Francisco Nascimento, a fellow Portuguese-American.Ā Councilman Nascimento retired and stopped attending Mayor & Council meetings several mont...