Essex County Daily Buzz: Nov. 3, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Essex County residents ages 60+ or with disabilities can request free transportation through the county. Essex County Community Transportation provides travel to medical appointments, grocery stores, community programs, and more. People must schedule rides at least two days in advance by calling 973-737-7200.
Urban League of Essex County

“Skills Day for Perinatal Visiting Nurses” planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Nov. 10 in Secaucus. It is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 150 Meadowlands Parkway. The program will review ways to conduct home visits for birthing parents newborns, including maternal and newborn assessment, infant feeding challenges, emergencies, and community resources and referrals. Enrollment is $125. Tickets are available online. Scholarships can be requested by email.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Essex County seniors can complete an online needs assessment. Responses will inform future county senior service programs.
Essex County

Essex County seniors and residents with disabilities can access free guidance on Medicare options through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. People can contact SHIP by calling 973-637-1717.
Nutley Township

Hiring event with Belleville public schools planned on Nov. 10. It is from 2-4 p.m. at Belleville Middle School. Open positions are substitute teachers, lunch aides, and paraprofessionals. Listings are posted online.
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Belleville Public Schools

Belleville recently opened its municipal parking lot. It is located at the corner of Tappan and Washington Avenues.
Belleville Township

“Parents Night Out” child drop-off event planned at Universal Martial Arts on Nov. 14 in Bloomfield. It is from 6-9 p.m. at 48 Washington St. There will be games, activities, and snacks. Fees listed upon registration.
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Universal Martial Arts Bloomfield

Bloomfield residents in grades K-6 can attend a craft session at the Bloomfield Civic Center on Nov. 20. The drop-off event is from 6-9 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear flannels or sports jerseys. Enrollment is $20. Registration is available online.
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Bloomfield Township

Prenatal breastfeeding class planned with Perinatal Health Equity Initiative on Nov. 10 in East Orange. It begins at 6 p.m. at 280 South Harrison St., Suite 401. It will discuss milk production, feeding cues, skin-to-skin contact, and more.
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Perinatal Health Equity Initiative

“Fathers Matter: Presence, Power, and Purpose” workshop planned with East Orange public schools on Nov. 10. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at 199 4th Ave. Attendees will learn about ways to strengthen family relationships and encourage positive involvement. Free admission.
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East Orange Public Schools

Author luncheon with Amy Jo Burns planned at Women’s Club of Glen Ridge on Nov. 10. It begins at 12 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Burns will discuss “Wait For Me.” Registration is required.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge

“How To Prepare Your Home For Sale” workshop planned at Glen Ridge library on Nov. 10. It begins at 6 p.m. Attendees will learn how to showcase home strengths, attract qualified buyers, and maximize return. Registration is required. Library card not required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

Columbia High School Home and School Association seeks monetary donations for its Thanksgiving Gift Card Drive. Funds will be used to purchase gift cards for families. Donations accepted online.
Columbia High School Home and School Association

Free walking tour of College Hill planned with Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission on Nov. 7. It begins at 1 p.m. at Prospect Presbyterian Church. Registration is not required.
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Maplewood Township

Book club for adults planned at Maplewood library on Nov. 10 in the Main Branch. Attendees will discuss “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” from 6:45-8 p.m. Registration is not required.
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Maplewood Public Library

New library card designs are available for Maplewood library patrons. Designs were selected from the library’s card design contest. Winners are Lindsey Balbierz, Frank Umlauf, and Tommy Sysel.
Maplewood Public Library

South Orange library seeks volunteers to distribute flyers on Nov. 7. Meet at Spiotta Park at 10 a.m. Breakfast provided. Registration is required.
South Orange Public Library

“Planning Your Financial Future: Retirement By Design” planned at Montclair library on Nov. 10 in the Main Branch. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. Free admission. Registration required.
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Montclair Public Library

Open gym basketball for adults ages 21+ planned with Montclair recreation starting Nov. 10. It is open Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. at Glenfield Middle School through Jun. 15. Enrollment is $50.
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Montclair Recreation and Cultural Affairs

Adults can attend character and TV commercial classes at N.J. School of Dramatic Arts in Montclair, scheduled to start Nov. 19. Both courses are held at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Registration is available online.
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New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts

Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center is hiring a part-time associate and sales and events coordinator. Applications available online.
Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center

Auditions for Nutley Little Theater’s stage production of “Rabbit Hole” are scheduled on Nov. 15-16. Auditions begin at 6 p.m. at 47 Erie Pl. Audition forms available online.
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Nutley Little Theater

REGIONAL NEWS

New Jersey residents can enroll in the state’s health insurance marketplace, Get Covered NJ, through Jan. 31. Get Covered NJ provides health insurance to people who are not insured through an employer or through Medicaid and Medicare. Healthcare plans under Get Covered NJ cover preventive services, emergency services, prescription drugs, prenatal and pediatric care, and more. Enrollment is available online. Add to 📅.
Get Covered NJ

New Jersey students in grades 6-8 can register for Rutgers’ 4-H Model United Nations beginner-level program, scheduled to start Nov. 16. It meets Mondays at 7 p.m. on Zoom through Jan. 11. Registration deadline is Nov. 9. Add to 📅.
Essex County 4-H

Farmers Market Symposium planned virtually with NJ Food Democracy Collaborative on Nov. 11. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will discuss ways to strengthen farmers markets, collaborate around food access, and explore market models across the state. Registration is required. Add to 📅.
NJ Food Democracy Collaborative