Essex County Daily Buzz: Nov. 10, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Urban League of Essex County will celebrate Monarch Housing Associates and LISC N.J. for their work around affordable housing on Nov. 17 in Atlantic City. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Resorts Casino Hotel, 1133 Boardwalk. Free admission.
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Urban League of Essex County

People can attend an information session discussing trauma-informed doula care with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Nov. 18 in Secaucus. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 150 Meadowlands Parkway. It will discuss identity‑affirming care practices and supportive approaches for families experiencing trauma or loss. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Mobile office hours with Rep. LaMonica McIver planned on Nov. 17 in Irvington. McIver and her team will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Irvington Senior Center to provide casework and passport assistance, share resources, and answer questions.
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Rep. LaMonica McIver

Maplewood library’s book sale is scheduled Nov. 13-15 in the Main Branch. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 13-14, and from 1-4 p.m. on Nov. 15.
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Maplewood Public Library

Yoga for ages 3-5 planned at Maplewood library on Nov. 17 at the Hilton Branch. It is from 4-4:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Attendees should bring their own mat or towel.
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Maplewood Public Library

“Redefining Success After High School” webinar planned with Maplewood library on Nov. 18. It is from 6-7 p.m. It will discuss alternative paths for students after high school. Registration is required.
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Maplewood Public Library

Montclair library received a $150 donation from patron Wes Bridges during a recent board meeting. Bridges also donated to the Montclair Animal Shelter.
Montclair Public Library

Fact-checking and misinformation workshop planned at Montclair library on Nov. 17 in the Main Branch. It is from 3:30-4:15 p.m. A Q&A will follow. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Montclair Public Library

Power of attorney clinic for immigrants planned with Newark Coalition of Human Dignity on Nov. 14. in Newark. It is from 2-6 p.m. at 373 South Orange Ave. The coalition includes New Labor, Cosecha, and Newark Water Coalition. Required documents include legal guardian’s identification, children’s birth certificate, and attorney-in-fact’s identification. Bilingual volunteers and notaries on site. Registration is required.
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Newark Coalition of Human Dignity

Nutley Family Service Bureau seeks volunteers. Interested volunteers should call 973-667-1884.
Nutley Family Service Bureau

Nutley residents in grades 4-8 can register for the recreation department’s co-ed volleyball clinic, scheduled to start Nov. 18. It meets Wednesdays through Jan. 20. Registration is $60.
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Nutley Township

Take-home craft kits for youth in grades 6-12 available at Nutley library on Nov. 18. Available from 3-4 p.m. while supplies last.
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Nutley Public Library

First-time homebuyer seminar planned with NJCA, HANDS, and TD Bank on Nov. 17 in Orange. It begins at 6 p.m. at 15 S. Essex Ave. It will discuss the homebuying process, housing affordability, and affordable mortgage. Registration required online. Free admission.
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New Jersey Citizen Action

Story time and craft planned at South Orange library on Nov. 17 in the Baird Branch. it is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is required.
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South Orange Public Library

LEGO building and snap circuit session planned at South Orange library on Nov. 24 in the Baird Branch. It is from 4-5 p.m. Registration opens Nov. 17.
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South Orange Public Library

Romance book club meeting planned at West Orange library on Nov. 18. Attendees will discuss “Tropesick” by Lauren Oakie from 6-7 p.m. Registration is not required.
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West Orange Public Library

People can apply for a U.S. passport with Rep. Analilia Mejia’s office on Nov. 16 in Bloomfield. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bloomfield Town Hall. Applicants must bring proof of identity and U.S. citizenship. Registration is required online.
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Rep. Analilia Mejia

Pokemon meet-up for students in grades 7-12 planned at Bloomfield library on Nov. 17. Attendees will play and trade cards from 4:30-6 p.m. Registration not required.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Free blood pressure screenings planned with Bloomfield health on Nov. 18. It is from 12-1 p.m. at Bloomfield library. Registration not required.
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Bloomfield Public Library

Free yoga class planned at East Orange Family Success Center on Nov. 17. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at 132 South Harrison St. People who register and attend will receive a free bag of produce. Open to all skill levels.
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East Orange Family Success Center

Financial planning workshop for small business owners planned at East Orange library on Nov. 17. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. It will discuss cash flow, credit, and more. Free admission. Registration is not required.
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East Orange Public Library

“Magic Carpet” children’s club session planned at East Orange Family Success Center on Nov. 17. It is from 12-1:30 p.m. at 132 S. Harrison St. The program is meant to help children read, imagine, and create. Free admission. Registration is required.
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East Orange Family Success Center

EZ Ride hiring event planned on Nov. 18 in East Orange. It is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 50 S. Clinton St. EZ Ride is hiring CDL drivers and dispatchers.
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Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.

Glen Ridge seniors can attend an in-person art class on Nov. 17. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Train Station. To register, email instructor Khrystyna Khristianova at khrysty.lily@gmail.com.
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Glen Ridge Borough

Record club meeting planned with Glen Ridge recreation on Nov. 18. It begins at 7 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Train Station. Participants will discuss “Cosmo’s Factory” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Free admission.
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Glen Ridge Borough

Belleville residents can enter the town’s 2026 “Christmas Decorating Contest” by Dec. 11. Residents must email photos of their decorated home to events@bellevillenj.org. Prizes available. The contest opens Nov. 27.
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Belleville Township

REGIONAL NEWS

Shirley Emehelu was sworn in as N.J.’s new lieutenant governor on Nov. 9. Emehelu has temporarily filled the position since September when Dale Caldwell resigned after a four-month investigation found he violated state ethics rules, including offering state jobs, and sexually harassed women. Emehelu has previously worked as a prosecutor and acting state comptroller for Sherrill’s administration.
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