Follow local news and events in South Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Oct. 5, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Crochet lessons for ages 15+ planned with South Orange recreation starting Oct. 9. It meets through Oct. 30. Open to all skill levels. Registration available online.
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South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs
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
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
Essay-writing support for adults and youth in grades 7+ planned at Orange library on Oct. 6. It is from 5-7 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Orange 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
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
KinderSmile Foundation is hiring a part-time community health worker in Bloomfield. Must be bilingual in Spanish and English. Applications available online.
KinderSmile Foundation
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
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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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
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
