Essex County Daily Buzz: Nov. 2, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Anime drawing workshop for ages 5-17 planned at Belleville library on Nov. 7. It is from 10-11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Belleville Public Library

There will be detours and lane closures along Main Street in Belleville on Nov. 7. The DPW will be reconstructing the road.
Belleville Township

Art reception with Jeff Larkin planned at Maplewood library on Nov. 7 in the Main Branch. It is from 2-4 p.m. Larkin’s photography exhibit will be displayed.
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Maplewood Public Library

JESPY House trivia night fundraiser planned on Nov. 8 in Maplewood. It is from 5-8 p.m. at Avenue Pub, 1790 Springfield Ave. Registration is $40 per person and includes dessert. Prizes available. Funds will support JESPY House and its programs for adults with disabilities.
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JESPY House

Children ages 7-10 can take classes at Montclair History Center on Nov. 5-6. There will be candle-making on Nov. 5 and jam-making on Nov. 6 at 110 Orange Rd. Both classes are from 9:30-11 a.m. Enrollment is $30.
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Montclair History Center

Opening reception of “Look Again” photography exhibit planned on Nov. 5 at Lackawanna Station in Montclair. It is from 6:30-8 p.m.
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Lackawanna Station

Immaculate Conception Cemetery tour planned with Montclair History Center on Nov. 8. It is from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at 712 Grove St. Registration is $20.
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Montclair History Center

Parenting workshop planned at Lackawanna Station on Nov. 9 in Montclair. It is from 12-1 p.m. Attendees will learn how to support children through adolescence.
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Lackawanna Station

Expungement clinic planned with N.J. Office of the Public Defender and Stono Public Affairs on Nov. 6 in Newark. It is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, 106 Sussex Ave. Expungement is the removal of an individual’s criminal records. There will be free legal consultations about expungement eligibility and paperwork. Registration is required.
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Newark City

Teach-in exploring how oppression affects mental health planned with Rhizome-NJ on Nov. 6 in Newark. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Uncommons Northstar Academy Washington Park High School. There will be music, free food, and drinks. Registration is required.
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Rhizome-NJ

“ICE Out” march planned with Cosecha NJ on Nov. 7 in Newark. People will meet at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary, 212 Lafayette St. March begins at 11 a.m.
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Cosecha NJ

People can register to plant trees at Mildred Helms Park in Newark on Nov. 7. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with NJ Tree Foundation. Registration available online until Nov. 6.
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NJ Tree Foundation

Free outdoor rollerskating planned on Nov. 7-8 at Weequahic Park. It is from 12-4 p.m. Skates provided.
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Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.

Families can request free diapers from FOCUS Family Success Center by calling 973-624-8216. Supplies are limited.
FOCUS Hispanic Center for Community Development

Financial literacy program for children ages 5-12 planned at Nutley library on Nov. 6. It begins at 2 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Nutley Public Library

Pajama story time for ages 2+ planned at Nutley library on Nov. 9. It begins at 6 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Nutley Public Library

DIY cork pumpkin painting session for children planned at West Orange library on Nov. 9. It is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is not required.
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West Orange Public Library

Representatives from Essex County Workforce Development Services will be available for employment questions and support on Nov. 9 at Irvington library. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Irvington Public Library

Stefanie Santiago and Stephanie Bootwala are running in the Bloomfield town council race as write-in candidates. They are running against Rosalee Gonzalez, Greg Babula, and Sarah Cruz. The election is Nov. 3.
Patch Bloomfield

Digital literacy workshop planned with Bloomfield library on Nov. 5. It is from 2-4 p.m. at Bloomfield College. Attendees will learn how to use technology. People can register by emailing Walkercy@montclair.edu or by calling 973-655-2945.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Business and municipal employees networking event planned on Nov. 6 in Bloomfield. It is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Brookside Banquets, 41 Broughton Ave. Registration is required. Fee is $75.
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Meet the Mayors

Friendsgiving lunch planned at Women’s Club of Glen Ridge on Nov. 4. It begins at 12 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Attendees should bring a dish to share. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge

REGIONAL NEWS

Budget listening session for 2026-27 planned virtually with the N.J. Department of Human Services on Nov. 9. It begins at 1 p.m. People interested in testifying must sign up online by Nov. 5. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Department of Human Services

Gestational diabetes webinar for expectant parents, caregivers, and providers planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Nov. 9. It is from 10-11 a.m. Attendees will learn risk factors, prevention strategies, and ways to support a healthy pregnancy. Registration is required. Free admission. Add to 📅.
Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Virtual roundtable discussing prescription drug costs in N.J. planned with The Jersey Vindicator, Riverview Studios, and New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 9. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Citizen Action