Essex County Daily Buzz: Apr. 2, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Application assistance session for utility programs planned with Urban League of Essex County on Apr. 7 in Newark. Local agency representatives will provide assistance like Universal Service Fund, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, and more. It is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Congregational Baptist Church. Registration not required.
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Urban League of Essex County

“Family Dinosaur Discovery Field Trip” planned with Essex County Environmental Center on Apr. 9 in Roseland. Participants will hike one mile from 5-7 p.m. to explore historic dinosaur tracks. Tickets available online for purchase.
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Essex County Environmental Center

Essex County seniors ages 60+ can participate in the county’s 2026 Legacies Writing Contest. Entries must be an original story about a person or life-altering event. Submissions are accepted until Apr. 20. Guidelines are available online.
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.

Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Apr. 10 in Verona. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 600 Bloomfield Ave., to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions.
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Rep. LaMonica McIver

Free health services with Zufall Health planned on Apr. 10 in South Orange. It is from 1-3 p.m. at The Baird. There will be information on health insurance enrollment and Zufall’s healthcare services. There will also be COVID and flu vaccinations, and HIV screenings. Insurance card required for vaccines.
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SOMA Two Towns for All Ages

Seton Hall’s 2026 Conference on Women and Gender is scheduled for Apr. 10 in South Orange. It is form 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will explore various intersections of women and gender studies. Registration closes Apr. 7.
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Seton Hall University

Tickets available for South Orange Downtown’s “Food Stroll,” planned for Apr. 19. The event, scheduled from 12-4 p.m., will feature access to restaurants, shopping deals, and drink specials. A complete list of participating businesses available online. Admission is by wristband purchase.
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South Orange Downtown

People can attend a talk on maternal health with NAACP-Oranges and Maplewood on Apr. 6 in East Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 280 S. Harrison St., Suite 401. There will be a Q&A session and resources centered around lactation support, insurance navigation, and community programs. Registration is required. Free admission. Spanish and Haitian Creole Interpretation available on request.
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Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP

Orange residents can discard household items at the city’s dumpster on Apr. 11 and Apr. 25. It is located at Brooke Alley Garage, 24 S. Center St. Proof of residency required. A list of accepted items is available online.
City of Orange Township

Stage production of “True West” planned at Nutley Little Theater from Apr. 10-25. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Nutley Little Theater

Wrestling fundraiser benefitting Greater Nutley Cancer Foundation planned on Apr. 11. It is from 7:30-9:45 p.m. at the Nutley recreation building. Tickets available online for purchase.
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Nutley Chamber of Commerce

Youth and adults ages 10-25 can register for Coalition for Healthy Food in Newark Schools’ 2026 Youth Food Summit, scheduled for Apr. 8. It is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greater Newark Conservancy, 32 Prince St. in Newark. There will be youth-led discussions and workshops around Newark’s food system. Registration required by Apr. 5.
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Coalition for Healthy Food in Newark Schools

Newark seeks volunteers for its community cleanup event, scheduled for Apr. 18. It is from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 244 S 12th St. Volunteers will earn community service hours. Registration is required online by Apr. 9.
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Newark City

People can consult Ironbound Community Corporation’s financial coach for free. Consultations include creating a financial plan, ways to improve credit and reduce debt, and prepare for homeownership. To schedule a consultation, call 973-465-0555 x214, email, ipadilla@ironboundcc.org, or text your full name and “Financial Coach” to 973-346-7050.
Ironbound Community Corporation

Stage production of “The Elementary Spacetime Show” planned at Montclair State University on Apr. 11-18. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Montclair State University

Maplewood library seeks book donations on Apr. 9-11 in the Main Branch. Items are accepted from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Maplewood Public Library

Glen Ridge residents can drop off items for composting through the borough’s partnership with Java’s Compost. A community drop-off is located at Benson Street Green.
Glen Ridge Borough

Stage production of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical” planned with Women’s Club of Glen Ridge on Apr. 9 and Apr. 12. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge

Glen Ridge youth in grades 6+ can attend a DIY lantern session at the library on Apr. 11. It begins at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

East Orange residents can participate in a free tennis pop-up on Apr. 11. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Soverel Parks Courts, 81 N. Park St.
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East Orange City

Arbor Day clean-up planned with Belleville on Apr. 11. It is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Belleville High School football field. There will also be a flower giveaway.
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Belleville Township

Belleville residents can learn about the township’s Silver Lake Community Care Initiative on Apr. 11. It includes members of the police, fire, public works, code enforcement, and health departments to address quality-of-life concerns. The event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 191 Belmont Ave. There will be games and prizes, music, and more. Free admission.
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Belleville Police Department

REGIONAL NEWS

“Small Landlord Educational Webinar” planned with NJ Citizen Action on Apr. 6. It begins at 5:30 p.m. It will discuss landlord responsibilities and Fair Housing rules. Registration is required.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Citizen Action