Follow local news and events in South Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Mar. 30, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
South Orange and Maplewood residents ages 16+ can attend a free ekphrastic poetry workshop through South Orange’s recreation department on Apr. 2. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. at 5 Mead St. Registration is required.
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South Orange residents can shred paper items for free on Apr. 4. It is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Recycling Center, 300 Walton Ave. Participants must bring a government-issued photo ID and proof of residency.
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Children can attend East Orange YMCA’s spring break camp, scheduled for Apr. 6-10. Registration is available online.
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Community Seder potluck planned with University of Orange on Apr. 6. It is from 6-8 p.m. at The HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Attendees are encouraged to sign up online for Seder plate items and dishes to bring.
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Easter egg hunt planned on Apr. 4 in Newark. It is from 12-2 p.m. at Branch Brook Park. Rain date is Apr. 11.
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Newark City
Irvington was awarded $15,000 in federal funds from the Community Development Block Grants and Emergency Solutions Grants. Funds will support Turning Point Community Services’ administration costs.
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People can register for Montclair library’s Adult School spring 2026 courses. Offerings include arts and crafts, books and theater, career development, and more. Registration is available online.
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Montclair Public Library
Youth in grades 4-12 can attend Montclair Film’s summer classes. Offerings include filmmaking, comedy writing, acting, improv, and more. Registration is available online.
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Montclair Film
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey Citizen Action is hiring people to pose as renters or buyers as part of an investigation into housing discrimination across the state. Information will be used to document real housing experiences. People can register online for a virtual training scheduled for Apr. 6 at 5:30 p.m. It is a paid position.Add to 📅.
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