Do you want to do something that will make you feel good? Why not get together with some friends or…read morebusiness partners and go volunteer in your community? Today, one of the professional organizations I belong to sponsored a Community Service Day at CUMAC in Paterson, NJ. Their website describes CUMAC as a "non-profit organization dedicated to feeding people and changing lives. Our team works to alleviate hunger and its root causes for those in need in Paterson, Passaic County and northern New Jersey." Our team worked on breaking down the fruits and vegetables donated by local supermarkets into individual family-sized bags. What a wonderful feeling it is to help people and make a difference in someone's life. I know we did today. CUMAC also has a thrift store on site, but lots of the clothing are given away to families under stress. Business suits are also available for client's job interviews. It is a very humbling experience to spend a few hours in service to others. Now it's your turn......

'Tis the season to lend a helping hand. What a great time I had being able to help those in need…read more The event started at 6 p.m. and ran through 8 p.m. We were given a tour of the place (which is pretty spacious) The staff here consists of about 19 people I believe who spend their day doing a wide variety of things. In the two hour time span I was at the event you're really working all the way through so I can only imagine what the people that work here on a daily basis go through to make sure that every client has what they need. Simply put, this was a great event. I give this place 5 stars all around for what they stand for and represent. Helping the community is #majorKEY. So, if you're ever in the area stop by, donate, and perhaps check out their thrift shop that they have. Since this is a non- profit organization sometimes supplies and money can be tight. So a lot of the thrift shop money is used to buy other goods, etc. So definitely get out and help if you're able.

I can honestly call this church my new "home" and what's more? It's close to my home. I'm always…read morelooking forward to come back to the community.

I have been coming to this church for a very long time and I cannot imagine going anywhere else!…read moreThe people here have become my family. I have come to the church in good times and bad times, when I succeeded and when I failed, however my church was always family to me. They loved and supported me through it all and I would not be the person I am today without Crossroads Church. I love how there is people from all ages, backgrounds, countries in one place growing together, every single time we meet up. Even on days that I don't feel like going, I'm blessed when I leave. Even on rough days when things aren't going my way, I leave with a smile and confidence that I'm going to get past this. On my good days, its my turn to encourage those around me. There is a great children's program during Sunday services, teen program every Friday evening and Sunday morning, ESL classes during the week and Saturdays, food and clothing drives, and small groups anytime of the week. There is something for EVERYONE! If you are in need or looking to help people in need, to grow and help others grow, to join a group of people on a journey together who are discovering their true purpose...then join us. Sundays at 10am or 11:45am. For more info visit the website: www.CrossroadsChurchNJ.org

I was at the end of my rope didn't know where to turn with the guidance of Esperanza with the…read moreoutreach program she got me back on track and showed me that there was hope the light at the end of the tunnel was not a freight train this time very very appreciative for all she has done she has gone above and beyond accepting numerous phone calls from me when I was frantically concerned about the future of my housing for my son my 7 year old grandson and myself not knowing where to turn she was always there with guidance and help me to see things true don't know what I've done without her could not thank her enough most amazing person I've met in a very long time

I work with an I/DD adult that volunteers at SOHM's thrift store 2-3 times a week and I must say as…read moreI've gotten to know the staff over the past year I've been thoroughly impressed with how much they do for the community. Especially during Covid they're going above and beyond to give back; from their food pantry to thrift store to different course/classes they offer and so so so much more. I'm glad the adult I work with volunteers here so he could show me this hidden community gem.

This place is amazing. They rescue dogs from the pound, they train them to be service dogs for…read moreveterans, and then through the help of donations and volunteers they will give you the dog and supplies for the puppy to a selected veteran for free. Great place to donate time and money to or apply for a service dog!

501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization doing amazing things for our Veteran Heroes and rescue dogs!…read more Rescuing dogs, nursing them to health, training them to be Psychiatric Service Dogs for our Veterans in need. Free of charge.

A wide selection of books with great prices, which also supports a good cause. Highly recommend.read more

From the owner: We sell used books, CDs and DVDs at the best prices in the area! We sell hardcover and paperbacks,…read morefiction and non-fiction. We have items for all ages. The Book Loft is open Mondays, 6:30 PM to 8 PM, Tuesdays 10 AM to Noon, and the FIRST and THIRD Saturday of each month from 10 AM to Noon. If the library is closed, we are closed. We also gratefully accept donations of books, CDs and DVDs in good or gently used condition during regular Book Loft hours ONLY. We do not accept magazines, encyclopedias, textbooks, test prep or VHS. Contact us for more info. The Friends of the Louis Bay 2nd Library is a 501(c)(3) organization that has supported the Hawthorne, NJ library for over 40 years, and proceeds from the Book Loft support the library."

The best fireworks I've witnessed in 34 years. The show was amazing. Glittery, twirly, colorful…read moreexplosion for a half hour!!!

PROS: Absolutely amazing place! Good quality items, most prices were great, clean and organized,…read morethree levels of goodies, and their inventory was plentiful. Staff was very helpful, too CONS: It's in a very bad area in paterson and there's only street parking OVERALL: As long as you don't mind the location I would highly recommend coming here

was more impressed by the architecture than the items for sale. some things felt played outread more