Essex County Daily Buzz: Oct. 19, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Latine families in Newark can join a focus group at La Casa de Don Pedro on Oct. 22 to share about their experience with Newark schools. Times and location available online. Participants receive a gift card, childcare, and dinner. People can join online or in-person.
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La Casa De Don Pedro

“National Day Against Police Brutality Protest” planned with People’s Organization For Progress on Oct. 22 in Newark. It begins at 5 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #12, 51 Rector St.
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People’s Organization for Progress

“The Attack On Voting Rights And The War On Black People” forum planned with People’s Organization for Progress on Oct. 23 in Jersey City. It begins at 7 p.m. at Metropolitan AME Zion Church, 140 Belmont Ave.
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People’s Organization for Progress

Housing workshop planned with Greater Newark HUD Tenants Coalition on Oct. 24 at Rutgers-Newark. It is from 12-4 p.m. Attendees will learn about tenant rights, housing resources, and more. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Greater Newark HUD Tenants Coalition

Newark residents can recycle their electronics for free on Oct. 24. Recycled items are collected at Elwood Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Accepted items include televisions, computers, phones, small household appliances, and more. Items like mini fridges, air conditioners, and loose batteries are not accepted. A complete list of recyclable items is available online.
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Bloomfield Avenue Lower Broadway Alliance

Dance club for ages 18+ planned at Newark library on Oct. 24 at the Weequahic Branch. It is from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
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Newark Public Library

Halloween party planned with New Community Corporation on Oct. 24 in Newark. It is from 3-6 p.m. at NCC Neighborhood Center, 56–68 Hayes St. There will be music, games, costume contest, and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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New Community Corporation

DIY Halloween treats for youth and adults planned at Newark library on Oct. 24 in the Main Branch. It is from 2-3:30 p.m. Free admission. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Newark Public Library

Nutley library’s book sale is Oct. 21-24. It is from 4-7 p.m. on Oct. 21 for Nutley library cardholders, and open to the public on Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and until 4 p.m. on Oct. 23-24.
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Nutley Public Library

Seniors ages 55+ can play casino games for free on Oct. 24 in Orange. The event is from 3-7 p.m. at Monte Irvin Orange Park. No monetary prizes. Registration is required. Event is led by Tree House Cares.
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Tree House Cares

Maplewood and South Orange’s “Family Follies Talent Show” is scheduled for Oct. 22 in Maplewood. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. at Columbia High School. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Maplewood Township

Halloween cookie decorating session for ages 14+ planned with South Orange recreation on Oct. 24. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Fee is $55.
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South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs

Book swap planned with South Orange library on Oct. 24. It is from 1-4 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Bring up to 10 books in good condition.
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Friends of South Orange Public Library

Leather bookbinding workshop for ages 15+ planned with South Orange recreation on Oct. 24. It is from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Enrollment is $66.
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South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs

Youth ages 24 and younger can attend NAACP-Oranges and Maplewood’s youth council reactivation meeting on Oct. 24 in East Orange. It is from 12-2 p.m. at Elmwood United Presbyterian Church.
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Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP

“Mad Science Halloween Spectacular” planned at West Orange library on Oct. 26. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Open to all ages. Registration is not required.
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West Orange Public Library

West Orange recreation seeks volunteers to host or sponsor a car for its Trunk or Treat, scheduled for Oct. 31. The event is from 4-6 p.m. Interested participants should call 973-325-4150.
West Orange Recreation Department

College scholarship workshop planned at Belleville library on Oct. 26. It begins at 5:30 p.m. and will discuss financial aid resources. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Belleville Township

“From Risk to Resilience: Understanding Flooding in Bloomfield” webinar planned on Oct. 21. It begins at 7:30 p.m. and will be led by the Bloomfield Environmental Commission. Registration is required.
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Bloomfield Township

Free outdoor movie screening of “Coco” planned in Bloomfield on Oct. 23. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Felton Field.
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Bloomfield Township

Essex County family assistance and benefits representatives will be in Bloomfield on Oct. 23. They will support residents with SNAP benefits, WFNJ cash assistance, NJ FamilyCare, and emergency assistance inquiries from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1 Municipal Plaza.
Bloomfield Township

Voice acting class for ages 18+ planned with Bloomfield recreation on Oct. 26. It is from 6-8 p.m. at the Bloomfield Civic Center. Enrollment is $35.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department

Bloomfield is hiring a full-time records clerk. Responsibilities include processing and maintaining police records, OPRA requests, and other clerical work. Applications accepted until Oct. 23.
Bloomfield Township

East Orange YMCA is hiring. Walk-in interviews are every Monday and Tuesday at 100 N. Arlington Ave.
East Orange YMCA

Trick-or-treat bag decorating session planned at Montclair library on Oct. 23 in the Main Branch. It begins at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Montclair Public Library

“Beyond The Binary Fashion Show” planned with Out Montclair on Oct. 24 in Montclair. It is from 5-9 p.m. at 690 Bloomfield Ave. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Out Montclair

“Cosplay Karaoke” planned with East Side Mags on Oct. 24 in Montclair. It is from 7-10 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. Free admission.
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East Side Mags

Author event with Imbolo Mbue planned at Montclair Art Museum on Oct. 26. It is from 7-8 p.m. Mbue will discuss “Every Story Is a Love Story: A Novel.” Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Garden State Author Talks

REGIONAL NEWS

In-person early voting for the 2026 general election will be held from Oct. 24 to Nov. 1. People can access their county’s early voting locations Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday until 6 p.m. A list of locations is available online. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Division of Elections