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