New Jersey Citizen Action plans a free community event recognizing Fair Housing Month on Apr. 18 in Newark. It will discuss housing discrimination and the importance of fair housing from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. Tech School. There will be giveaways and raffles. Registration is required. From New Jersey Citizen […]
Eligible N.J. families can apply for the state's Summer EBT program by Apr. 19. Qualifying families will receive a Summer EBT card for children to purchase $120 worth of food at participating stores. Confirm mailing address with the child's school. Applications accepted online. From Hunger Free New Jersey. This information is accurate as of when […]
Gregory Elementary School PTA plans a BYOB tricky tray for adults on Apr. 19 in Glen Ridge. The event is from 7-11 p.m. at the Women's Club of Glen Ridge, 219 Ridgewood Ave. There will be prizes and food. Money raised will support school equipment, educational materials, and entertainment for students. From Gregory Elementary School […]
Eligible N.J. families can apply for the state's Summer EBT program by Apr. 19. Qualifying families will receive a Summer EBT card for children to purchase $120 worth of food at participating stores. Confirm mailing address with the child's school. Applications accepted online. From New Jersey Department of Human Services. This information is accurate as […]
Bloomfield library to host a town-wide Earth Day celebration on Apr. 20. The event is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the library courtyard. There will be free flower and garden seeds, and resources for composting, native plants, pollinator gardening, and more. Several town commissions and departments will attend, including Bloomfield Environmental Commission, Bloomfield […]
Essex County plans a free virtual naloxone training for opioid overdose prevention Apr. 25. Training is in partnership with Rutgers and begins at 11 a.m. Attendees receive free naloxone nasal spray kits. Registration available by email. From Essex County. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Park Avenue School plans an autism information and resource event for families on Apr. 25 in Orange. The event is from 5-7 p.m. and will include guest speakers, food, and local resources. From Orange Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
New Jersey Citizen Action to host a free "Know Your Health Insurance Rights" webinar on Apr. 25. The program begins at 7 p.m. and will discuss the Medicaid redetermination process and alternate healthcare coverage options. Stipends for attendees available by request. Registration available online. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information is accurate as of […]
United Park as One to host "Environmental Justice Community Engagement Session" for Essex County residents in-person at the Newark library Main Branch and virtually on Apr. 30. The session is from 6-7:30 p.m. and will discuss environmental justice issues in the county. Residents and community groups will meet state environmental protection senior staff. Translation available […]
East Orange YMCA plans a virtual mental health awareness workshops starting May 1. Mental health specialist Helene Cierzo will lead a workshop at 6:30 p.m. helping participants feel empowered and navigate working with children. Registration available online. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
New Jersey Citizen Action plans a virtual 2025 state budget briefing for the public on May 2. It begins at 6:30 p.m. and will discuss budget proposals, challenges, and ways the public can get involved. Organizations N.J. Policy Perspective and For The Many will help lead the briefing. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information […]
West Orange plans a senior housing forum on May 2. It begins at 6 p.m. at the library and will discuss local and statewide housing options for seniors. Registration is available by email. From West Orange Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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