Essex County Daily Buzz: Oct. 8, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

People experiencing grief can join Emotion Essex County, a grief movement group. Participants meet Sundays to hike. The next scheduled hike is Oct. 17. Interest forms available online.
Emotion Essex County.

“Gardens Aglow” planned at Essex County Presby Memorial Iris Gardens on Oct. 16 in Montclair. There will be Halloween-themed pumpkins on display from 6-9 p.m. Rain date is Oct. 17. Free admission.
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Essex County Parks

Murder mystery fundraiser benefitting Montclair History Center planned on Oct. 17. It is from 4-6 p.m. at Crane House and Historic YWCA Museum. Tickets are available online fir purchase.
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Montclair History Center

“Zombie Walk” planned with East Side Mags and Indie Arts Montclair on Oct. 17 in Montclair. Individuals can receive zombie makeup starting at 2 p.m. at 491 Bloomfield Ave. The walk begins at 5:30 p.m. Makeup appointments are $5 and must be reserved online.
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East Side Mags

Art exhibit “Dreamtime in Newark” opens on Oct. 15 at Newark Museum of Art. It shows major artworks by 44 artists and centers Newark.
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Newark Museum of Art

Pet Halloween costume parade and contest planned with Essex County parks on Oct. 17 in Newark. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. at Branch Brook Park. Individuals can enter their pets in the contest for free.
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Essex County Parks

Networking luncheon planned with Nutley Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 15. It begins at 12 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 150 Chestnut St. in Nutley. Tickets available online for purchase.
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Nutley Chamber of Commerce

“A Taste of Nutley” fundraiser benefitting Nutley High School athletes planned on Oct. 15. There will be tastings from participating restaurants at 7 p.m. at Nutley Elks Club. Admission is $15.
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TAPinto Nutley

Beatles tribute concert with pianist Ruth Moros planned at Nutley library on Oct. 17. It begins at 2 p.m.
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Nutley Public Library

Guided bird walk planned with University of Orange on Oct. 12. It is from 4:30-6 p.m. at the McLoone’s Boathouse parking lot, 9 Cherry Ln. in West Orange. Free admission. Registration is required.
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University of Orange

“Father and Son Fun Day” planned with Orange public schools on Oct. 17. It is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Orange High School. There will be sports clinics, reading, and more. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Orange Public Schools

Meadowland Park Dance Festival is planned on Oct. 17 in South Orange. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at the Skate House. Free admission.
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South Orange Village

SOMA Action’s “Night o’ Fun” fundraiser is planned on Oct. 17 in South Orange. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at South Orange Elks, 220 Prospect St. There will be a silent auction, tarot poetry reading, and more. Tickets are available online.
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SOMA Action

Watercolor workshop for ages 5-12 planned at West Orange library on Oct. 18. It begins at 2 p.m. Paintings are Fall-themed. Registration is required.
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West Orange Public Library

Free outdoor movie screening of “Coco” planned in Bloomfield on Oct. 16. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Felton Field.
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Bloomfield Township

Bloomfield residents can recycle electronics on Oct. 17. It is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Universal Technical Institute parking lot, 1515 Broad St.
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Bloomfield Township

“Halloween Spooktacular” planned with Bloomfield recreation on Oct. 17. There will be candy, a magic show, and costume contest starting at 4 p.m. at 84 Broad St.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department

Black beans cooking class for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 16. It is from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Limited to the first 12 attendees.
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East Orange Public Library

Youth in grades 4-6 can attend a five-week creative writing workshop at Glen Ridge library, scheduled to start Oct. 15. It meets at 3:15 p.m. through Dec. 17. Work is published in the library’s literary magazine. Glen Ridge library card required.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

“Bingo in the Ballroom” for ages 21+ planned with the Women’s Club of Glen Ridge and the Kiwanis Club of Glen Ridge on Oct. 15. There are $700 in gift cards and cash prizes. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $40 at the door.
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Women’s Club of Glen Ridge

Glen Ridge library cardholders can access yoga classes online. Classes are free.
Glen Ridge Public Library

Irvington residents can shred documents for free on Oct. 17. Documents can be brought to the Municipal Building from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for shredding.
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Irvington Township

Maplewood is hiring a full-time recreation manager. responsibilities include overseeing facilities, fields, staff, and community events. Email cover letter and resume to mmancuso@maplewoodnj.gov.
Maplewood Township

Math night for families with children in grades 3-6 planned with Belleville public schools on Oct. 13. It is from 6-7:30 p.m. at Belleville High School. There will be pizza and prizes.
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Belleville Public Schools

REGIONAL NEWS

New Jersey residents can attend an open house with the state Department of Environmental Protection on Oct. 17 discussing the Liberty State Park Revitalization Program in Jersey City. It is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, 1 Audrey Zapp Dr. Attendees can share input and ask questions. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection