Free ‘Grab And Go’ Event In Newark: Easter Baskets, Candy, Books

NEWARK, NJ — The City of Newark will host an Easter Sunday “Grab and Go” event open to the public on Sunday, April 9.

According to a municipal news release, the free event will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Vince Lombardi Center of Hope, 201 Bloomfield Avenue.

Here’s what to expect, organizers said:

“At the event, residents can receive Easter baskets (first come, first served), candy, books, and care packages. There will also be resource information tables. The Newark Hispanic Commission will sponsor the music for the event.”

“We are proud to join in the celebrations of Easter renewal with our residents by hosting this ‘Grab and Go,’” Mayor Ras Baraka said.

“Newark youth will enjoy the assortment of treats and giveaways, and residents of all ages will benefit from the information and resources we’ll provide,” Baraka said. “I send my best wishes to every resident of Newark for a blessed Easter and the spirit of springtime’s renewal and freshness.”

Deputy Mayor of Community Engagement Jacqueline Quiles also encouraged Newark residents to check out this year’s event.

“I want to thank the sponsors and partners who worked to support it, and thank them for their continuing commitment to Newark,” Quiles said.

Partner organizations are the Department of Health and Community Wellness, NJIT, Rutgers University Medical School, La Casa de Don Pedro, FOCUS-Hispanic Center for Community Development, Inc., NJ Cops 4 Kids Essex County Chapter, the Victims of Crime Compensation Office, and the Shani Baraka Women’s Resource Center.

Sponsors of the event include the Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Senior Services, Popular Bank, United Community Corporation, Amerigroup, Goya, and the Department of Health and Community Wellness’s Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center.

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