Follow local news and events in Maplewood with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Apr. 6, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Seniors can attend an information session on first aid on Apr. 9 in South Orange. It is from 12-2 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Led by South Orange Rescue Squad. Free admission.
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South Orange Village
Book club meeting for adults planned at Irvington library on Apr. 13. Attendees will discuss “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon at 5:30 p.m. Registration not required.
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Irvington Public Library
Author Sasha Davis will discuss “Replace the State: How to Change the World When Elections and Protests Fail” on Apr. 12 in Orange. The free event is from 3-5 p.m. at The HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Tickets are required and available online.
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University of Orange
Branch Brook Park’s 2026 Cherry Blossom Festival is Apr. 8 in Newark. It is from 12-3 p.m. There will be an artist meet-and-greet, live music, and giveaways. Free admission.
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Newark Happening
Free informational workshop discussing Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Apr. 7 in Newark. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. at 39 Broadway and will discuss what ITIN is, its benefits, and assistance to obtain it. Registration is not required.
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La Casa De Don Pedro
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network’s conference discussing Individualized Education Program (IEP) transition plan to adult life on Apr. 11 in Newark. It is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Essex County College. It will discuss adult services and self-advocacy. Registration is required. Free admission.
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SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Sip and paint fundraiser benefitting Out Montclair planned on Apr. 12. It begins at 3 p.m. at 30 Park St. in Montclair. Admission is $35. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Out Montclair
Northern N.J. trading card market planned on Apr. 12 in Montclair. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lackawanna Station. Free admission.
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Lackawanna Station
Early-bird tickets are available for Darren Memorial Foundation’s tricky tray fundraiser, scheduled for Jun. 12 in Clifton. Proceeds will benefit mental health education and resources. Tickets are available by calling or texting 631-432-7736 or emailing info@darrenmemorial.org.
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Darren Memorial Foundation
DIY nature art session planned with Essex County Environmental Center on Apr. 11 in Roseland. It is from 10-11:30 a.m. Attendees will collect items outdoors and create pieces of art. Registration is required. Admission is $12 per child and $15 per adult.
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Essex County Environmental Center
Essex County residents ages 13+ can attend a volunteer information session for the Essex County Environmental Center on Apr. 13. The session will begin at 5 p.m. and will include information on how to get involved with program support, gardening, and outdoor stewardship projects. Preregistration is required.
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Essex County Environmental Center
REGIONAL NEWS
In-person early voting for the 2026 11th congressional district special general election is from Apr. 6-14. The district includes parts of Morris, Essex, and Passaic counties. Early voting locations are open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday until 6 p.m. A list of locations is available online. The special general election is Apr. 16.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Division of Elections
First- and second-generation immigrant youth ages 18-22 can apply to NJ Consortium for Immigrant Children’s immigrant youth advocate program. Participants will spend two years attending workshops on political processes, policy frameworks, and media advocacy, and learn how to address inequities in education and health. The deadline to apply is Apr. 24. Applications are available online.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children
First-time homebuyer webinar planned with NJ Citizen Action and Valley Bank on Apr. 7. The webinar begins at 12 p.m. and will provide information on the homebuying process, affordable mortgage programs, and down payment assistance. Registration is required. Free admission.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Citizen Action
