LOCAL NEWS
Boys ages 14-18 affected by the justice system can attend a six-week mentorship program starting Mar. 12 at East Orange library. It meets from 6-8 p.m. through Apr. 16. Free admission. Transportation available. Register by calling 973-464-2004 or emailing safiyabashirlpc@gmail.com.
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East Orange Public Library
East Orange youth can participate in the library’s candy count contest through Mar. 31. Participants guess the amount of candy in each jar. Winners are notified on Apr. 1.
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East Orange Public Library
Women’s History Month-themed networking event planned with Bloomfield on Mar. 12. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Casa de Flora, 75 Washington St. Admission is $25. Registration is available online.
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Bloomfield Township
Bloomfield adults ages 18+ can attend a monoprint workshop with the recreation department on Mar. 13. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center. Admission is $35. Registration is avialable online.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department
Belleville youth ages 9-12 can register for little league baseball placement sessions, scheduled for Mar. 11-12 and Mar. 14. Participants must attend at least two placement sessions, which are held at Belleville Indoor Facility from 6-8 p.m. on Mar. 11-12 and from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Mar. 14. Must bring their own gloves. Registration is required.
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Belleville Recreation Department
AAPI-NJ seeks volunteers to make posters in support of birthright citizenship on Mar. 11-12 in Montclair. Posters will be used in Washington, D.C. outside of the Supreme Court hearing of Barbara v. Trump on Apr. 1. Registration is required.
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AAPI New Jersey
Free screenings for blood pressure and glucose planned with Mountainside Medical Center on Mar. 11 in Nutley. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Nutley ShopRite, 437 Franklin Ave. No fasting necessary. Registration not required.
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Mountainside Medical Center
Students in grade 10 can attend a webinar discussing pathways after high school on Mar. 11 with Maplewood library. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and led by My College Planning Team. It will also discuss college admissions processes and financial aid. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Maplewood Public Library
Maplewood is hiring for multiple positions. Openings include accounting assistant, building attendant, staff engineer, poll worker, and more. Applicatons are available online.
Maplewood Township
Nutley children in grades K-2 can register for the recreation department’s spring sports clinics. Offerings include pickleball, tennis, basketball, and soccer. Registration is available online.
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Free screenings for blood pressure and glucose planned with Mountainside Medical Center on Mar. 11 in Nutley. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Nutley ShopRite, 437 Franklin Ave. No fasting necessary. Registration not required.
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Mountainside Medical Center
Van Riper House’s 2026 lawn party is scheduled for Apr. 25 in Nutley. It is from 12-5 p.m. at 491 River Rd. There will be food, drinks, and live music. Free admission for people younger than 21, $10 for 21+. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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The Van Ripper House
Community meeting planned with Newark Second Precinct police officers on Mar. 11. The meeting is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, 172-175 Broadway.
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Newark Public Safety
Women’s Wellness Summit planned with Newark public schools on Mar. 12. It is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harold Wilson School. It will discuss ways to manage stress and support their children. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Newark Public Schools
DIY pom-pom garland for youth planned at West Orange library on Mar. 11. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Free admission.
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West Orange Public Library
Community breakfast planned with West Orange Chamber of Commerce on Mar. 12. It is from 7:15-10 a.m. at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, 350 Pleasant Valley Way. Mayor Susan McCartney will deliver her “State of the Township” address. Tickets are available online for purchase until Mar. 9.
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West Orange Chamber of Commerce
