Essex County Daily Buzz: Oct. 13, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

“ConserVISION: Bringing Conservation Into Focus” planned at Turtle Back Zoo on Oct. 17 in West Orange. It is from 4-6 p.m. Attendees will learn about local conservation, meet representatives from conservation organizations, and more. Admission is $15, free for children ages 2 and younger.
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Essex County 4-H

Author talk with Timothy Crist planned on Oct. 15 at Newark library’s Main Branch. It begins at 6 p.m. Crist will discuss “New Englanders in a New Land: Newark in the Proprietary Period, 1666–1702.” Free admission. Q&A session and book signing will follow.
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New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)

Free 3D art workshops for seniors ages 50+ planned at Newark library starting Oct. 19 at the Main Branch. It is from 1-3 p.m. through Dec. 14 and will explore identity, culture, traditions, and community. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Newark Public Library

New Jersey Institute for Social Justice’s gala is scheduled for Oct. 20 at NJPAC. It begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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New Jersey Institute for Social Justice

“One Night in Comala: A Spooky Season Book Club Social and Market” planned with MaKa Haus on Oct. 17 in Montclair. Attendees will discuss “Pedro Páramo” by Juan Rulfo at 5:30 p.m. There will also be music and crafts.
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MaKa Haus

“Don’t Tell Comedy” show planned on Oct. 17 in Montclair. It is for ages 21+. Show begins at 7 p.m. Location available day of show. Tickets available online for purchase. BYOB.
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Don’t Tell Comedy

“Cooking and Conversation” fundraiser benefitting Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Nov. 19 in Montclair. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at Montclair Mezzanine, 488 Bloomfield Ave. Discounted tickets available online until Oct. 16.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Seven candidates running for Nutley school board will participate in a forum on Oct. 15. Candidates are Desireé Bernasconi, Lisa Danchak Martin, Joe Battaglia, Salvatore Balsamo, Michael Marsala, Chris Corino, and Janine Delaney. There are three open board seats. The forum begins at 7:30 p.m. at Nutley High School auditorium. Election day is Nov. 3.
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TAPinto Nutley

The Friends of the Nutley Public Library unanimously elected volunteer Linda Szablicki to president of its board. Szablicki has organized the library’s bus trips, photography galleries, and more.
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Free figure drawing class for ages 12+ planned with University of Orange on Oct. 17. It is from 2-3:30 p.m. at The HUUB, 35-47 Cleveland St.
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University of Orange

“Digital Photography in Natural Light” course planned virtually and in-person with University of Orange starting on Oct. 22. It meets from 7-8:15 p.m. at The HUUB, 35-47 Cleveland St. through Nov. 7. Free admission. Registration is required.
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University of Orange

High school families can attend a webinar discussing college costs on Oct. 15 with Maplewood library. It is from 7-8 p.m. Attendees will learn about the college application, admissions process, and financial aid. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Maplewood Public Library

People can submit photography to Durand-Hedden House and Garden’s “My MAPSO” exhibit by Oct. 16. Submissions must show parts of Maplewood and South Orange. Guidelines are available online.
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Durand-Hedden House and Garden

Art Walk and Music Fest planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Oct. 18. It is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Maplewood Avenue.
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Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture

Bloomfield residents can enter to participate in the town-wide Halloween home decorating contest. Residents must submit two photos of the home and include their name, address, and phone number by email. The contest is from Oct. 20-30. Winners receive a $50 gift card for a Bloomfield recreation program.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department

Medicare informational workshop planned at Bloomfield library on Oct. 20. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will discuss enrollment, different plans, and more.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Mobile mammogram screenings planned with East Orange and University Hospital on Oct. 14. Free and low-cost screenings are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Hair Palace, 543 Central Ave. Appointments can be scheduled online.
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East Orange City

Fermentation workshop planned with East Orange Family Success Center on Oct. 19. It begins at 2 p.m. at 132 South Harrison St.
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East Orange Family Success Center

Free movie screening of “Insidious: Chapter 2” planned at East Orange library on Oct. 20. It is from 3:30-6 p.m.
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East Orange Public Library

Free yoga class for all ages planned at East Orange Family Success Center on Oct. 20. It begins at 2:30 p.m. Registration is required.
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East Orange Family Success Center

REGIONAL NEWS

Medicare’s open enrollment period is Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. People can join, leave, or switch to another plan. Coverage begins Jan. 1, 2027. Add to 📅.
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Eligible N.J. homeowners and renters must apply to the state’s ANCHOR program by Nov. 2 to receive tax relief payments of up to $1,500, depending on their income. Applications are available online.
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