Follow local news and events in Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Aug. 3, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Youth can attend a clay sculpting session at East Orange library on Aug. 7. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. Free admission.
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East Orange Public Library
Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Aug. 6 in Irvington. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Irvington library to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions.
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Rep. LaMonica McIver
Back-to-school wellness event planned with Darren Memorial Foundation on Aug. 9 in East Orange and Bloomfield. It is from 1-5 p.m. at Watsessing Park. There will be blood pressure checks, blood sugar screenings, health risk assessments, and health navigation services. Free admission.
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Darren Memorial Foundation
Back-to-school fair planned with Unity Family Success Center on Aug. 8 in Irvington. It is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. There will be a backpack distribution, food giveaway, medical screenings, free food, and activities for children. Registration is required.
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Unity Family Success Center Irvington
Lunch and reading session planned at Irvington library on Aug. 10. It begins at 12 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Irvington Public Library
Evening market planned with West Orange Downtown Alliance on Aug. 6. it is from 4-8 p.m. along Alden Street. There will be vendors, food trucks, and more. Free admission.
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West Orange Downtown Alliance
Children can read to a therapy dog on Aug. 7 at West Orange library. It is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is not required.
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West Orange Public Library
“Music, Bubbles, and Comedy Show” planned at West Orange library on Aug. 10. It is from 6-7 p.m. Registration is not required.
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West Orange Public Library
“Mapping the Future” art exhibit is on display at West Orange library through Aug. 28. Artist Sandra Charlap’s aerial maps explore home, belonging, and identity.
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West Orange Public Library
Zufall’s mobile dental unit to be stationed in Maplewood on Aug. 10. Services such as dental exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, and preventative care will be available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 129 Boyden Ave. Cost is determined by household income and size. Registration required by calling 973-325-2266 ext. 1040 or emailing emelo@zufallhealth.org.
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Maplewood Township
Women’s International Film Festival planned with Women in Media on Aug. 6 in Newark. There will be short films and a feature film shown from 5-8 p.m. at 128 Washington St. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Women In Media
Pet adoption event planned at Bloomfield library on Aug. 8. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Available pets are currently being fostered with Rosemarie’s Rescue Ranch.
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Bloomfield Public Library
Youth ages 17-23 can apply to the Palestinian American Community Center’s Advocacy and Civic Engagement internship program, scheduled from September to June. Interns will explore community empowerment, civic engagement, and Palestine education for youth. Applications close Aug. 7.
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Palestinian American Community Center
REGIONAL NEWS
Women’s International Film Festival planned virtually with Women in Media on Aug. 7. It is from 5-8 p.m. It will show short films and a feature film. Free admission. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
Women In Media
“Small Landlord Educational Webinar” planned with NJ Citizen Action and M&T Bank on Aug. 6. It begins at 5:30 p.m. It will discuss landlord responsibilities and financial best practices. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Citizen Action
Outdoors On Purpose and NJ Audubon, a nonprofit that manages nature preserves and sanctuaries across the state, seek community feedback on experiences with local parks and outdoor spaces. Responses will inform future recommendations for equitable outdoor experiences. People can submit feedback in an online survey.
Outdoors On Purpose
