Follow local news and events in Belleville with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Jun. 8, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Bloomfield Animal Shelter seeks donations of wet kitten food. Donations can be purchased through the shelter’s Amazon Wishlist or dropped off in-person between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 61 Bukowski Pl.
Bloomfield Animal Shelter
Cake tasting fundraiser benefitting Toni’s Kitchen planned on Jun. 11 in Montclair. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Java Love, 49 Church St. Tickets are $40.
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Toni’s Kitchen
Mindfulness course planned virtually with Glen Ridge library starting Jun. 13. It is from 9:15-10 a.m. and meets Saturdays through Jun. 27. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library
“Philippine Fiesta” planned with United Asian Voices of West Orange on Jun. 14. It is from 1-4 p.m. at West Orange High School. There will be food, performances, and more. Registration is not required.
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United Asian Voices of West Orange
Opening reception of art exhibit “Troublemakers” planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Jun. 13. It is from 2-5 p.m. at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center. The exhibit will explore queer identity and belonging. There will be light refreshments. It is on display on weekends through Jun. 28.
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Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture
Citizenship preparation workshop planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Jun. 9 in Newark. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. at 39 Broadway. There will be information about eligibility requirements, application process, interview preparation, resources, and upcoming citizenship classes. Registration is required.
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La Casa De Don Pedro
Father’s Day celebration planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Jun. 12 in Newark. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 23 Broadway. There will be food, music, and games. Registration is required. Free admission.
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La Casa De Don Pedro
Grand opening of Newark library’s N.J. Hispanic Research and Information Center is scheduled on Jun. 13 in the Main Branch. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center includes more than 75 archival collections of the state’s Latine communities.
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Newark Public Library
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission now accepts electronic documents for REAL ID applications in an attempt to streamline the appointment process. There are also new appointments added to NJMVC offices in Trenton, Medford, South Brunswick and Springfield, which previously did not accept REAL ID appointments. REAL ID is required to board domestic flights, enter nuclear power plants, and enter some federal buildings. Applicants must bring two proofs of residential address, one proof of Social Security Number, and six points of ID. REAL ID cards are $35.
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