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07/17/2025

Preschool Enrollment Fair planned with La Casa de Don Pedro on Jul. 25 in Newark. La Casa's preschool programs are free for children up to age 5. The fair is from 3-7 p.m. at 202 First St. Attendees will tour classrooms, meet instructors, and learn about available programs.

From La Casa De Don Pedro.

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07/16/2025

Newark Solidarity Coalition will host a re-engagement session following its Palestine solidarity encampment on Jul. 20 in Newark. It is from 12-6 p.m. at Branch Brook Park. There will be food, a clothing swap, community conversation, fundraisers for detainees at Delaney Hall and people in Palestine, and anti-war teach-ins.

From Newark Solidarity Coalition.

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07/15/2025

Black immigrant youth ages 14-19 can apply to join American Friends Service Committee's summer advocacy training, scheduled for Aug. 4-8 in Newark. Attendees will learn about immigrant issues and ways to address it. The training meets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 89 Market St. Transportation fees and lunch are included, and stipends are provided. Registration available online.

From American Friends Service Committee.

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07/15/2025

Income-eligible residents can apply for a rental unit in Newark through Urban League of Essex County. Eight units are available along Fairmount Avenue and Camden Street. Applications, qualifications, and list of required documents available online. Applicants selected on a lottery basis.

From Urban League of Essex County.

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07/15/2025

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07/14/2025

Latino heritage cultural enrichment program for K-5 students planned with Latinos of Montclair starting Jul. 21. The nine-week program will discuss Latin dance, storytelling, history, and Spanish language through Sep. 21. Admission is $250 per child, but sibling discounts are available. Registration required.

From Latinos of Montclair.

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07/10/2025

Essex County health is offering vaccines for eligible children on Jul. 16 in Orange. Vaccinations are from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Upper Central Fieldhouse. Available vaccines include Hepatitis A and B, flu, and others. Book an appointment by phone or email. Eligibility requirements available online.

From Essex County Office of Public Health Management.

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07/10/2025

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07/09/2025

Diabetes screenings and educational resources available in Irvington on Jul. 13. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bilal Beasley Community Center. The event is planned by Essex County public health management and the Diabetes Foundation.

From Irvington Township.

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07/08/2025

Youth ages 18 and younger can receive free meals at any of La Casa de Don Pedro's four Newark locations. Lunch and snacks are served weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2-3 p.m. First-come, first-served basis. Program is available through Aug. 15.

From La Casa De Don Pedro.

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07/07/2025

AAPI N.J. is hiring a development director and multilingual community organizers. Organizers should be fluent in Bengali, Chinese, Gujarati, Hindi, or Korean. Positions are hybrid with in-office days in Montclair. Applications available online.

From AAPI New Jersey.

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07/03/2025

Jazz festival planned at Monte Irvin Orange Park on Jul. 12 in Orange. It is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be music, health resources, and food trucks. Free admission.

From City of Orange Township.

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