Follow local news and events in East Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Jul. 7, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
East Orange-area residents can purchase a pool pass through the city’s recreation department. Day passes are available for $5 per person.
East Orange City
People can visit Ridgeway Park’s StoryWalk, an initiative promoting literacy, in West Orange. The book for July is “There’s a Dinosaur in Your Book” by Tom Fletcher.
West Orange Public Library
Yoga session for children ages 18 months to 4 planned at South Orange library on Jul. 14 at the Baird Branch. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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South Orange Public Library
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
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
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
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
Movie screening of “Karate Kid: Legends” planned with Newark recreation on Jul. 14. It begins at 8 p.m. at Military Park. Attendees must bring their own blanket or lawn chair. Free admission.
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Newark Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Senior Services
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
