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12/19/2025

Newark residents can learn about employment assistance through NewarkWORKS Mobile Outreach, scheduled for Dec. 22-24. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include information about career support, hiring resources, and vocational training. Outreach events are happening at Springfield Avenue and Hayes Street on Dec. 22, 360 Springfield Ave. on Dec. 23, and 515 Elizabeth Ave. on Dec. 24.

From Newark City.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 18, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/18/2025

Eligible entrepreneurs can apply to Seton Hall University's 11-month entrepreneurship program, ImpactNJ Urban Ventures Collaborative. It provides mentorship and training for current and aspiring entrepreneurs. Trainings are from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 89 Market St. in Newark. Scholarships are available. Applications are accepted online until Jan. 17.

From TAPinto East Orange/Orange.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 17, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/17/2025

Eligible Newark residents ages 16-34 can receive up to $350 in financial assistance for legal fees or fines through Ironbound Community Corporation's Community-Based Violence Intervention Program. Application forms are available online. Support is available through Dec. 31.

From Ironbound Community Corporation.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 16, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/16/2025

Toy giveaway planned with Out Montclair and Montclair Mutual Aid on Dec. 21 in Montclair. It begins at 2 p.m. at the Montclair fire department, 1 Pine St.

From Out Montclair.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 15, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/12/2025

Free distribution of food boxes and frozen turkeys on Dec. 18 in West Orange. Essex County will distribute food on a first-come, first-served basis at 9 a.m. at Codey Arena.

From Essex County.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 11, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/11/2025

People with dementia can receive free respite care at participating facilities in N.J. through a Medicare-funded program. Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) covers the costs of respite care, caregiver education, professional support, and medication reviews. Participating facilities are located in Morristown, Montclair, Roseland, Cranbury, Williamstown, Edison, Cherry Hill, Jersey City, Cranbury, Mt. Laurel, and Marlton.

From Caring Senior Service of Essex County.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 10, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/10/2025

Free community brunch for Newark residents experiencing homeless and at-risk population planned on Dec. 14. It is from 12-3 p.m. at the Vincent Lombardi Center of Hope, 201 Bloomfield Ave. There will be music and distributions of blankets, outerwear, and other donations.

From Newark City.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 9, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/09/2025

Healthcare access event planned with Black Lives Matter Paterson and NJ Citizen Action Education Fund on Dec. 13 in Paterson. There will be information about navigating health insurance, insurance options, and enrollment assistance services in English, Spanish, and Hindi. It is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 426 10th Ave. Registration is required. Free admission.

From New Jersey Citizen Action.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 8, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/05/2025

Dance fundraiser benefitting families affected by ICE planned with NJ Bomba Collective on Dec. 12 in Union City. Doors open at 6 p.m. There will be a know-your-rights training followed by a dance party. Training is free. Dance party begins at 7:30 p.m. Donations will be used to help families pay for rent, groceries, medical bills, and other expenses. Location available upon registration.

From NJ Bomba Collective.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 4, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/04/2025

"Instant Decisions College Fair" planned at East Orange library on Dec. 10. It is from 4-8:15 p.m.

From East Orange Public Library.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 3, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/03/2025

"Environmental Justice Community Engagement Session" for residents of Orange and East Orange planned with N.J. environmental protection on Dec. 9 virtually and in East Orange. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. at East Orange YMCA Turrell Gymnasium. Attendees will share concerns, ask questions, and learn about DEP resources. Interpretation is available in Spanish and Haitian Creole. Zoom link is available online.

From New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 2, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/02/2025

Essex County residents can register for English for Speakers of Other Languages online classes starting Dec. 4 at Maplewood library. Registration is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the library’s Hilton Branch every Thursday until Dec. 18. Registration is also from 1-3 p.m. at 90 Broad St. in Bloomfield on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Beginner and intermediate classes are from January to March. Students must show two forms of ID and have a Gmail account to register. Registration is $25.

From Maplewood Public Library.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 1, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

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