Essex County Daily Buzz: Jun. 18, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Volunteer information session planned virtually with CASA Essex County, a social service organization for local youth, on Jun. 25. It begins at 6 p.m. and will discuss ways to volunteer. Register by emailing info@casaessex.org.
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CASA Essex County

Film screening of “Air Bud: World Pup” planned with Maplewood on Jun. 25. It begin at 6 p.m. at Memorial Park. There will also be lawn games, music, and a photo booth.
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Maplewood Township

DIY paper firefly craft for adults planned at Glen Ridge library on Jun. 25. it begins at 3 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

Terrarium workshop for youth in grades 6+ planned at Glen Ridge library on Jun. 27. It begins at 2 p.m. Registration is required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

“Parent Café” planned with Family Support Organization of Essex County on Jun. 26 in East Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at the Omega Family Resource and Learning Center, 132 S. Harrison St. The event aims to build community among parents.
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Family Support Organization of Essex County

East Orange’s “Housing and Homeownership Summit” is planned on Jun. 27. It is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts. There will be information about up to $100,000 in down payment assistance, rental assistance programs, tenant rights, and more. Food and refreshments provided. Registration is required. Free admission.
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East Orange City

Oakeside book club meeting planned with Bloomfield recreation on Jun. 25. Attendees will discuss “The Ministry of Time” by Kaliane Bradley at the Oakeside Cultural Center at 7 p.m. Registration available online.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department

World Cup watch party planned at Belleville library on Jun. 25. There will be pretzels and a raffle to win a Panini Soccer FIFA World Cup Sticker Stadium Box.
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Belleville Public Library

Book club meeting for adults planned at West Orange library on Jun. 26. Attendees will discuss “Violeta” by Isabel Allende from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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West Orange Public Library

Free vehicle inspections planned with N.J. Motor Vehicle Commission on Jun. 26 in West Orange. The station will be available at 10 Rooney Cir. between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
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West Orange Police Department

Community meeting discussing road safety in South Orange planned virtually on Jun. 24. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. Led by South Orange Safe Streets for All. It will discuss recommended design solutions, policies, and operational strategies to improve road safety for pedestrians and drivers. Registration is required.
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South Orange Village

Free outdoor concert with Tycoon Dog planned with South Orange Downtown on Jun. 27. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Spiotta Park.
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South Orange Downtown

Nutley’s 2026 summer festival is planned on Jun. 25. It is from 6-10 p.m. on Franklin Avenue between Chestnut and New Streets. There will be live music, video games, and more.
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Nutley Township

Author talk with Michelle Cray planned at Nutley library on Jun. 27. Cray will discuss her memoir, “Stretched,” from 2-3 p.m. Registration is not required. Book signing will follow.
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Nutley Public Library

“Housing Justice Roundtable” planned virtually with Housing Justice Advocacy Coalition on Jun. 25. It is from 6-8 p.m. and will discuss displacement and solutions towards housing justice in Newark. Free admission.
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Ironbound Community Corporation

La Casa de Don Pedro’s Juneteenth celebration is postponed to Jun. 25 in Newark. It is from 4-7 p.m. at El Patio de La Casa, 43 Broadway. There will be food, music, vendors, activities, and giveaways. Registration is required. Free admission.
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La Casa De Don Pedro

Farmers market planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Jun. 25 in Newark. It is from 4-7 p.m. at 43 Broadway. There will be fresh produce, vendors, and free giveaways. NJ SNAP, EBT, WIC, and senior vouchers accepted.
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La Casa De Don Pedro

Food distribution planned with Newark police on Jun. 26. It begins at 12 p.m. at 1 Lincoln Ave. People must bring their own bags.
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Newark Public Safety

Free outdoor concert with New Jersey Symphony planned with Essex County parks on Jun. 26 in Newark. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at Branch Brook Park. Fireworks will follow.
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Essex County Parks

Pride show of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” by The Ordinary Kids planned at QXT’s Nightclub on Jun. 27 in Newark. It is from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. at 248 Mulberry St. Tickets available online for purchase.
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QXT’s Nightclub

People can attend a panel discussing identity and healing within LGBTQ+ experiences on Jun. 25 in Montclair. Hosted by Out Montclair. It is from 7-9 p.m. at Union Congregational Church. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Out Montclair

Summer reading kick-off for youth planned at Montclair library on Jun. 26 in the Main Branch. It is from 3-5 p.m. There will be video games.
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Montclair Public Library

Improv comedy show planned with Montclair Film on Jun. 26. It begins at 8 p.m. at 505 Bloomfield Ave. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Montclair Film

Fundraiser concert with Tenors for Change benefitting Out Montclair and Christ Church’s LGBTQ+ advocacy planned Jun. 27 in Glen Ridge. It begins at 2 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church. Admission is $20. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Out Montclair

REGIONAL NEWS

Federal agricultural officials declared all 21 N.J. counties natural disaster areas after a mid-April freeze, which allows them to apply for low-interest emergency loans. In May, Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency after at least $300 million in agricultural damages were lost from freezing temperatures between Apr. 19 and Apr. 22. The estimates were made by the N.J. Department of Agriculture and the Farm Service Agency County Committees. The loans can be used to replace essential farm items, reorganize operations, or refinance debts, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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