# Event Details - **Event Name**: Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Newark Family! Join us for a day of family fun, community, and preparation for the school year with FREE services, food, and more!About this EventWelcome to Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair!As summer comes to a close, we're bringing the Newark community together for a day centered around preparation, connection, and hope.Hosted by Bridging Thee Gap Foundation Inc. at 890 S Orange Ave, Newark, this annual event is designed to help children, families, and individuals begin the new school year feeling confident, supported, and equipped—all completely free of charge.Whether you're attending for school supplies, a fresh haircut, family activities, community resources, or simply to enjoy the atmosphere, there is something here for everyone.Throughout the afternoon you'll enjoy (while supplies last):• FREE school supplies• Professional haircuts• Professional Headshots• Professional hairstyles & braiding• Basic manicure services• Clothing distribution• Hot meals & refreshments• Ice cream truck• Family games & activities• Music• Community partners and resourcesMore than an event, Bridging Thee Gap is about bringing people together, restoring dignity through service, and reminding every family that they are seen, valued, and supported.Come ready to enjoy the day, connect with your community, and leave prepared for the year ahead.We can't wait to welcome you!Agenda?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMEvent StartInfo: Welcome to Bridging Thee Gap 3.0! Check in, explore the event, meet our volunteers, and enjoy an afternoon designed for the entire family.?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMMusic Info: Come and kick it back and relax as you enjoy continuous gospel music and join in on the conversations and interactions.?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMGamesInfo: Games such as cornhole, basketball arcade, 4 in a row connect, Uno, Dominoes, and more will be readily available for a superb time.?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMResource DistributionInfo: All food and item distribution (school supplies and clothes) will be administered on a first come first served basis. All children must be accompanied by adults in order to receive school supplies, just as adults must have their children present to receive school supplies on their behalf.?: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PMGrooming ServicesInfo: Experienced nail techs, braiders/hairstylists, and barbers will provide complimentary services for guests throughout the event. All services are offered on first come first served basis.?: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PMProfessional HeadshotsInfo: Whether you’re a child or an adult, a scholar or a professional, this is your opportunity to have a professional headshot taken onsite and emailed directly to you.?: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PMNewark City Mayor/Councilmembers meet and greetInfo: Come meet your city representatives in charge! A chance to meet your Mayor; Ras J. Baraka, Westward councilman; Drupre L. Kelly, and possibly, various other council members at large.?: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PMNewark Community Police Veterans/ Fire TrucksInfo: Come interact with Newark's finest community police officers and firefighters, including veterans. Fire trucks will be on display. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and have a great time.?: 04:59 PM - 05:00 PMEnd of event - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newark/bridging-thee-gap-30-ready-for-the-year-a-back-to-school-family-affair/100001994916271269 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Maranatha Haitian Seventh-day Adventist Church - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Newark - **state**: NJ - **country**: United States - **location**: Maranatha Haitian Seventh-day Adventist Church - **lat**: 40.74554759999999 - **long**: -74.22484349999999 - **full address**: Maranatha Haitian Seventh-day Adventist Church, 890 South Orange Avenue, Newark, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/71f9daf21ec5fc8e768430aebe03a9e2952cb4b5b1b2fa0e4816d332998743dc-rimg-w1200-h600-dcdad6d5-gmir.jpg?v=1784932210 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair being held? - **A:** Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair takes place on Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Maranatha Haitian Seventh-day Adventist Church, 890 South Orange Avenue, Newark, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair? - **A:** Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair is organized by Bridging Thee Gap Foundation INC.. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Bridging Thee Gap 3.0: Ready for the Year — A Back-to-School Family Affair", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/71f9daf21ec5fc8e768430aebe03a9e2952cb4b5b1b2fa0e4816d332998743dc-rimg-w1200-h600-dcdad6d5-gmir.jpg?v=1784932210", "startDate": "2026-08-30", "endDate": "2026-08-30", "url": "https://allevents.in/newark/bridging-thee-gap-30-ready-for-the-year-a-back-to-school-family-affair/100001994916271269", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Maranatha Haitian Seventh-day Adventist Church", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "890 South Orange Avenue", "postalCode": "07106", "addressLocality": "Newark", "addressRegion": "NJ", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "40.74554759999999", "longitude": "-74.22484349999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Newark Family! 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