Follow local news and events in Bloomfield with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Jul. 7, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Concert with Earth to Mars, a Bruno Mars tribute band, planned with Bloomfield recreation on Jul. 14. It begins at 7 p.m. at Brookside Park.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department
David Burbank, a teacher and band director at Bloomfield Middle School and assistant band director at Bloomfield High School, was recently arrested for sexually assaulting a student, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. Burbank was charged with attempted aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, sexual contact, criminal restraint, endangering the welfare of a child, and luring. The school district placed Burbank on leave, according to Bloomfield School Superintendent Salvatore Goncalves.
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Author talk with Karin Slaughter planned virtually with Nutley library on Jul. 14. Slaughter will discuss “We Are All Guilty Here” and “The Secrets We Hide” at 7 p.m. Registration is required.
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Nutley Public Library
Art exhibit showing work by John Zollo planned at Nutley library through Aug. 31. Zollo’s exhibit, “Creatures Between Earth, Myth, and Meadow.” The exhibit highlights a technique using pastels to create hyper-realistic art.
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Nutley Public Library
Free soundcheck concert with Michele Rosewoman and Quintessence/Orrin Evans planned with Montclair Jazz Festival on Jul. 14 in Montclair. It begins at 6 p.m. outside The Wellmont Theater, 5 Seymour St.
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Montclair Jazz Festival
Leadership program for Latine youth ages 13-16 planned with Latinos of Montclair on Jul. 20-24. Attendees will learn civics, financial literacy, public speaking, and ways to celebrate their culture. Graduates earn community service hours, a letter of recommendation, certificate, and a network of mentors. Applications are available online until Jul. 15.
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Latinos of Montclair
La Casa de Don Pedro is hiring for multiple job openings. Positions are available in early childhood, healthy homes, and community empowerment departments. Applications are accepted online.
La Casa De Don Pedro
“Drunk Black History” planned at Newark Culture Club on Jul. 10. It is from 9-10:30 p.m. at 563 Broad St. Tickets available online for purchase.
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Newark Culture Club
DJ set planned at Newark library on Jul. 10 in the Main Branch. It is from 5-10 p.m. Cover fee is $5.
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Newark Public Library
Zumba session planned with Branch Brook Park Alliance on Jul. 16 in Newark. It is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m on Thursdays through Sep. 10 at Branch Brook Park. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Branch Brook Park Alliance
REGIONAL NEWS
People interested in volunteering with N.J. Institute for Social Justice can attend a virtual orientation meeting on Jul. 13. NJISJ is a nonprofit organization that aims to advance economic and racial equity throughout the state. The orientation begins at 6 p.m. Attendees will learn ways to get involved with NJISJ. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Institute for Social Justice
“Back to Grass” webinar planned with Sierra Club N.J. on Jul. 14. Dr. Sarah Evans will discuss the environmental and health benefits of natural grass as a playing field. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
Sierra Club New Jersey
New Jersey residents must apply by Aug. 31 to become a firefighter. The entry exam assess situational judgment, personality, life experience, and cognitive ability. Firefighter positions are open across the state. Applications and requirements are available online. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Civil Service Commission
