Essex County Daily Buzz: Apr. 27, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Celiac disease awareness symposium planned with RWJBarnabas on May 13 in Livingston and online. It is from 5-8 p.m. at the RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center, 200 South Orange Ave. There will be information about celiac disease care and management, resources, and gluten-free food samples. Advanced registration is required by May 4. Free admission.
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RWJ Barnabas Health

Teach-in discussing the history of Palestinian political prisoners planned with Palestinian Youth Movement on May 3 in Orange. It begins at 5:30 p.m. at The HUUB, 35 Cleveland St. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Palestinian Youth Movement

People can attend NAACP-Newark’s Freedom Fund Gala on May 2. It is from 1-5 p.m. at 1020 Broad St. in Newark. Lieutenant Gov. Dr. Dale G. Caldwell will be a guest speaker at the event. Tickets are available online for purchase. Proceeds will benefit the NAACP-Newark branch.
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Newark NAACP

Bloomfield residents can attend a community walk on May 2. It is led by the Bloomfield health department and part of Mayor Jenny Mundell’s Wellness Campaign. It is from 9-10 a.m. at Watsessing Park. Registration is required.
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Bloomfield Township

Glen Ridge police is hiring crossing guards. Applications are available at the Glen Ridge police building.
Glen Ridge Police Department

South Orange residents can help clean Rahway River on May 3. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Meadowland Park. Attendees should bring waterproof boots, gloves, sunscreen, and reusable water containers. Led by the South Orange Environmental Commission. Registration and liability release required. Rain date is May 17.
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South Orange Environmental Commission

RWJBarnabas Health will open a farm community center, “Harvest,” in Newark on May 4. It will include more than 1,200 square feet of cold storage for produce, an industrial kitchen, and demo kitchen and cafe, among other features. Located at 46 Halsey St.
RWJ Barnabas Health

“Don’t Tell Comedy” show planned on May 2 in South Orange. It is for ages 21+. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Location available day of show. Tickets available online for purchase.
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Don’t Tell Comedy (North Jersey)

Bloomfield Center Alliance’s spring 2026 sidewalk sale is rescheduled to May 2. It is from 12-5 p.m. Participating shops will have discounted items available for purchase.
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Bloomfield Center Alliance

Nutley youth can register for the recreation department’s summer camp, scheduled to start Jun. 22. Enrollment is $225 per child per week. The program runs through Aug. 14. Registration is available online.
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Nutley Parks and Recreation Department

Newark’s 2026 Mother’s Day festival is scheduled for May 2. It begins at 1 p.m. between North 5th Street and Bloomfield Avenue. There will be food, live music, gift baskets, children’s games, and more. Free admission.
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Bloomfield Avenue Lower Broadway Alliance

Mothers and caregivers can attend a pre-Mother’s Day luncheon with La Casa de Don Pedro on May 2 in Newark. It is from 12-3 p.m. at 23 Broadway. There will be free lunch, music, raffles, and resources. Registration is required.
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La Casa De Don Pedro

Sportsmanship-themed story time planned at Bloomfield library on May 2. It is from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Led by Bloomfield Soccer Club. There will be 25 copies of “I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared!” available on a first-come, first-served basis. Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Families can attend East Orange YMCA’s “Healthy Kids Day” event on May 2. It is from 12-2 p.m. at 100 N. Arlington Ave. There will be activities for children. Registration is required.
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East Orange YMCA

Irvington residents can recycle clothing and footwear on May 2. Items are accepted between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Irvington Town Hall. They must be clean, dry, and odorless. Accessories, luggage, stuffed animals, and toys are also accepted.
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Irvington Township

People can attend a meeting about advancing equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth in schools on May 4 in Newark. It is at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will take place at Branch Brook Park inside the Stephen N. Adubato Community Center. Led by the state Advisory Committee on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools. It will discuss ways to support LGBTQ+ youth through systems review, professional learning, data analysis, recommendations, and more. The meeting agenda is available to review at nj.gov/education/youthequity.
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Essex County

Concert with Patriotic Plus planned at Nutley library on May 2. It begins at 2 p.m. Rain date is May 9. It is in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Free admission.
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Nutley Public Library

Children can retrieve a free comic book at Nutley library on May 2. Comic books are available from 1-4 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Nutley Public Library

“Nearly New and Vintage Tag Sale” fundraiser planned with Women’s Club of Glen Ridge on May 3. It is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Proceeds will go towards Covenant House, a local organization that provides shelter to homeless adults.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge

REGIONAL NEWS

“College Tuition Sponsorship” webinar planned with Disability Rights NJ on May 4. It begins at 2 p.m. and will discuss ways people with disabilities can receive funding from NJ Vocational Rehabilitation agencies. Registration is required. Free admission.Add to 📅.
Disability Rights New Jersey

New Jersey residents can complete an online community needs survey administered by the state Department of Community Affairs. Survey responses will be used to allocate U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds to address housing and neighborhood needs. Responses are accepted until May 1.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Department of Community Affairs