EFNEP Essex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

11/11/2025

Watch one of EFNEP's experienced Paraprofessional Educators, Beatriz Piper, put together a simple, affordable, and delicious recipe, "Corn and Cucumber Salad". Let us know in the comments if you'll try it! Enjoy!☺️

11/05/2025

For any Orange Township residents!

Good Morning Orange Township,

Today, beginning at 9:30 am, the Food Pantry located at 234 Lincoln Avenue will open until 2:00pm. You must be an Orange resident to participate. Make sure that you share this post with a neighbor or friend. Come one, come all! 💪🏾

10/31/2025

For those that celebrate, HAPPY HALLOWEEN🎃👻! Remember, everything in moderation🍭🍬. Who says there aren't nutritious recipes out there for Halloween? How about a yummy fruit parfait?

View the recipe and more tips on Halloween from the University of Nebraska. Link below. Wishing everyone a fun and safe day! 🍂😋

https://food.unl.edu/article/food-fun-young-children/3-ways-have-healthier-halloween/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

10/31/2025

Coming together as a community is now more important than ever. We hope to be as resourceful as possible during these difficult times. Here are photos that include all the locations in Essex County that provide food and meals as well as their schedules.
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Unirnos como comunidad ahora es más importante que nunca. Esperamos ser lo más útiles posible durante estos tiempos difíciles. Aquí encontrarás fotos incluyendo todos los lugares del condado de Essex que ofrecen alimentos y comidas, así como sus horarios.

10/31/2025

10/29/2025

IMPORTANT! See how the SNAP program cuts will affect New Jersey. More info in the comments from the Good Food Bucks.

10/24/2025

The weather is getting cooler! Try making this warm Butternut Squash and Apple Sauté. You can pair it with chicken, fish, or even tofu! Another great dish to get in all of your MyPlate food groups. Wishing everyone a fun-filled weekend. Enjoy!🍂🎃☺️

10/21/2025

On behalf of EFNEP and to those that celebrate, Happy Diwali! 🎆🕯

10/21/2025

From quotes to colorful chalk art, we came together to make Rutgers-Newark’s sidewalks a space for creativity, positivity, and community pride! 🌈✨

10/20/2025

Continue to visit nj.gov/humanservices/dfd/ for ongoing updates on how the federal shutdown may impact your SNAP and WFNJ benefits.

10/17/2025

Happy National Pasta Day! Pasta is a great food that when paired with lean proteins (like chicken or legumes), healthy fats (like olive oil), and vegetables, pasta can be part of a balanced, nutrient-rich meal. View a few delicious pasta recipes in the comments and tell us which one you'll be making!🍝😋