Nutley Daily Buzz: Oct. 5, 2026

News, events, and civic info for Nutley for Oct. 5, 2026.

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LOCAL NEWS


Nutley fire open house planned on Oct. 9. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 228 Chestnut St. There will be family activities, fire extinguisher demonstrations, food, and more. Free admission.
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Nutley Township

Belleville seeks vendors for its Christmas Spectacular and Tree Lighting, scheduled for Dec. 5 at Belleville High School. Vendor applications are $150. Request an application by emailing events@bellevillenj.org.
Belleville Recreation Department

Community Town Hall with Congresswoman Analilia Mejia and Bloomfield Mayor Jenny Mundell on Oct. 6 in Bloomfield. The event, scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. at Bloomfield Town Hall. There will be discussions on what is happening in Washington and their impact on the community. Preregistration is required and can be completed online.
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Bloomfield Township

“Applying to College” presentation planned at Bloomfield library on Oct. 7. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will discuss what makes a strong college application, college essay, and more. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Bloomfield Harvest Fest is scheduled for Oct. 10. It is from 12-6 p.m. at Washington Street and Glenwood Avenue. There will be food, vendors, and live music. Rain date is Oct. 11.
Bloomfield Center Alliance

KinderSmile Foundation is hiring a part-time community health worker in Bloomfield. Must be bilingual in Spanish and English. Applications available online.
KinderSmile Foundation

Author signing of “Black Boys I See You” planned at East Orange library on Oct. 10. It is from 1:30-4 p.m. There will be opportunities to take photos with author Wade Hudson. Free admission.
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East Orange Public Library

Listening session on LGBTQ+ equality in N.J. with Garden State Equality on Oct. 6 at Montclair library’s Main Branch. It begins at 6 p.m. Attendees will learn about upcoming legislation, share experiences with existing community resources, and discuss current needs and priorities. The event will inform GSE’s work. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Montclair Public Library

Yarn drop-in session planned with Montclair Cultural Arts Advisory on Oct. 10. It is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Sankofa Cafe, 319 Orange Rd.
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Montclair Cultural Arts Advisory

Cookbook swap and food tasting planned with Montclair library on Oct. 10 at the Main Branch. It is from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Montclair Public Library

“Pokeween” planned with East Side Mags on Oct. 10 in Montclair. It is from 3-6 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Ste 102. Participants will trade and play with Pokemon cards. Free admission. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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East Side Mags

Montclair Pride is scheduled for Oct. 11 at Lackawanna Station. It is from 12-6 p.m. and there will be live performances, vendors, food trucks, and more. Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day.
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Montclair library seeks donations for its book sale, scheduled for Oct. 22-24. Donations are accepted Oct. 11 from 1-6 p.m. and Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Main Branch. A list of accepted items is available online.
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Montclair Public Library

Affordable Care Act presentation planned on Oct. 7 at Maplewood library’s Main Branch. It is from 6:30-7:45 p.m. It will discuss ACA marketplace and healthcare affordability. Registration is not required.
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Maplewood Public Library

Free fresh produce and hygiene products planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern N.J. on Oct. 9 in Irvington. It is from 12-4 p.m. at the Irvington United Methodist Church. First-come, first-served. Registration not required.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Turtle Back Zoo seeks donations for decorating its Halloween displays. Items can be purchased online through the zoo’s Amazon Wish List.
Turtle Back Zoo

REGIONAL NEWS


Individuals ages 17+ must register by Oct. 13 to vote in the general election, scheduled for Nov. 3. Eligible individuals can register to vote online or in-person at a local election office. Voter registration status, ways to register, and polling information are available online. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Division of Elections

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