Community Corner

Essex County Open House Draws Crowd

Nearly 4,000 people attended 11th annual event at Turtle Back Zoo.

Nearly 4,000 people attended the 11th Annual Essex County Open House at the Turtle Back Zoo on May 11, County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced.

The family-friendly event combined games and activities to entertain participants as well as provide information to make the public aware of programs and services the county provides.

The event featured carnival games, a drum demonstration, karaoke, prize wheels and trivia tests and involved every Essex County department, division and office, including county-related agencies and authorities.

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Each group shared information on their functions and featured directors and employees in attendance to answer questions.


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