Earth Day at NOVU District 🌱
Join us for a full day of community, creativity, and impact at NOVU District.
We’re bringing residents and neighbors together to celebrate Earth Day through hands-on activities that give back to our neighborhood.
The day begins with a community breakfast at Motto Juice Bar, followed by a series of activations including mural painting, neighborhood clean-up, and planting sessions across the district.
Whether you're here to create, connect, or contribute, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.
🌱 Let’s build, create, and give back — together.
Meeting point: Motto Juice Bar
58 - 84 Norfolk St, Newark, NJ
(NOVU District)
Open House at NOVA by Gomes 🏙️
Step inside NOVA by Gomes and experience a new standard of modern living in Newark.
Join us for an exclusive Open House where you’ll tour brand-new residences designed with intention — featuring spacious layouts, natural light, and high-end finishes.
Explore the building, discover amenities, and get a feel for the lifestyle that defines NOVU District.
After your tour, continue the experience just steps away at Motto Juice Bar inside Envy — where community, design, and culture come together.
Design-forward living. Real connections. A new way to experience Newark.
Address: 1213 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd, Newark, NJ 07114
NOVU Vendors Market ✨
Step into a curated market experience at NOVU District.
Join us at Motto Juice Bar for a vibrant Vendors Market featuring local creatives, small businesses, and emerging brands. From handmade goods to unique finds, this is your chance to discover and support the community behind the culture.
Expect a lively atmosphere, good energy, and a space where art, entrepreneurship, and connection come together.
✨ Come explore, shop local, and experience NOVU.
Cherry Blossom Photoshoot 🌸
Celebrate the beauty of spring with a curated photoshoot experience at Branch Brook Park.
Surrounded by Newark’s iconic cherry blossoms, this session invites you to capture soft, natural portraits in one of the most scenic moments of the season.
Whether you're coming solo, with a partner, or with friends, this is your chance to create timeless content while enjoying the atmosphere of the park in full bloom.
🌸 A moment, a vibe, a memory — captured.
Open Mic Night VOL. 2 at NOVU District 🎤
Join us for an immersive night of live talent, creativity, and community at NOVU District.
Open Mic VOL. 2 brings together musicians, poets, singers, and performers for a curated evening where expression takes center stage. Whether you're stepping up to perform or coming to experience the energy, this is a space built for connection and creativity.
Artists are invited to take the stage, share their sound, and be part of a growing creative community in Newark. With limited performance slots available, each act becomes part of a dynamic and intimate experience.
Not performing? Come through and enjoy a night filled with live performances, good energy, and a vibrant crowd.
✨ A night to create, connect, and experience NOVU.
Functional Strength Class at Envy
Start your day with an energizing functional strength class designed to build power, improve mobility, and elevate your overall performance.
Hosted at Envy’s gym, this session focuses on full-body training through dynamic movements that support strength, balance, and endurance. Whether you're experienced or just getting started, the class is designed to challenge and support all levels.
Join a community-driven fitness experience where wellness meets lifestyle in the heart of NOVU District.
✨ Move with intention. Train with purpose.
Location:
Envy Gym
58–84 Norfolk Street, Newark, NJ
(NOVU District)
NJIT Spring Career Fair 2026
Join Gomes Group at the NJIT Spring Career Fair and connect with a team shaping the future of real estate and community development in Newark.
We had the opportunity to engage with students, emerging talent, and future leaders interested in building impactful careers. Throughout the event, our team shared insights into our work across residential development, placemaking, and community-driven projects within NOVU District.
From design-forward living spaces to cultural initiatives that activate the neighborhood, Gomes Group continues to create opportunities for those looking to grow within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.
Whether you're exploring career paths or looking to be part of something bigger, this was a chance to connect, learn, and build meaningful relationships.
✨ Building the future — together.
Location:
NJIT Wellness and Events Center (WEC) &
Naimoli Tennis Center
Drop-off: 173 Warren Street, Newark, NJ
Easter Eggs at Árbol
Celebrate the season with a fun and festive Easter gathering at Árbol.
Join us for an egg decorating experience designed for residents, families, and the community to come together and enjoy a creative afternoon. From colorful designs to playful moments, this event brings a light and joyful energy to the district.
Whether you're participating in the decorating contest or simply stopping by to enjoy the atmosphere, this is a perfect opportunity to connect and celebrate.
✨ A sweet moment to create, connect, and celebrate spring.
Location:
Árbol Lounge Room
254–270 Orange St, Newark, NJ
(NOVU District)