Follow local news and events in Glen Ridge with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Mar. 4, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
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
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
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
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
Birth Justice Institute, an organization focused on equity and justice in maternal healthcare, seeks community feedback on ways to improve birth justice on Mar. 11 in Irvington. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Attendees will also learn about the organization’s mission, values, and purpose. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ
REGIONAL NEWS
NJPAC published its lineup for the 2026 North to Shore Festival, scheduled for Jun. 13-28 across the state. A list of artists and musicians is available online. Tickets can be purchased online.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Eligible businesses can apply to the state’s Small Business Improvement Grant. It provides reimbursement for expenses associated with building improvements, new furniture, and equipment. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Eligibility requirements and applications are available online.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Economic Development Authority
