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Maplewood Village Alliance is collecting new and gently used bras for Free the Girls, an organization that helps employ survivors of human trafficking. Donation boxes are at Keller Williams Mid-Town Direct Realty, Sadie's, and Blue Life Karate in Maplewood until Oct. 11. From Maplewood Village Alliance .
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1978 Arts Center in Maplewood is hosting "Ban This: A Group Art Exhibition Benefitting the ACLU Drag Defense Fund." The art exhibit features work from ten different artist around the theme of gender identity and culture. It will be on display until Oct. 29. From ACLU of New Jersey.
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Maplewood library plans Lego Club for children age 5+ Sep. 30 at 3 p.m. at the Hilton Branch with adult supervision required. From Maplewood Public Library.
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Maplewood and South Orange libraries plan panel discussion about banned books Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at South Orange Library in coordination with Banned Books Week, a campaign to raise awareness of the censorship of books and literature. From South Orange Public Library.
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South Orange Downtown and Jespy House, a South Orange-based nonprofit that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, plans free National Disability Employment Awareness Month fashion show Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. in Spiotta Park. From South Orange Downtown.
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StrongMinds America plans free depression screening on Oct. 7 from 1-5 p.m. at the DeHart Community Center in Maplewood. Screenings are available to Essex County residents age 16+. From The Village Green.
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Odo Achievement Center in Irvington plans teen health fair on Oct. 7, a new date, with music by Dj CaliCal. The event will take place at the Irvington library from 12:00-3:00 p.m. From Odo Achievement Center.
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Isaiah House, an East Orange nonprofit that provides services for unhoused families, plans 2023 kids dance marathon fundraiser on Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Morrow Church in Maplewood. Participants must be 4+ and preregistration is required. From Isaiah House.
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Springfield Avenue Maplewood business district plans craft beer tasting on Oct. 11 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Wine Barrel in Maplewood. Proceeds will support the beautification of Springfield Avenue with tickets available online and at the door. From Springfield Avenue Maplewood.
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Maplewood Library plans virtual "Read Around the Word" book discussion group on Oct. 18 at 7:00 p.m. The group will discuss "Blood Red" by Gabriela Ponce. From Maplewood Public Library.
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Maplewood library housing event series continues with "AARP Homefit Guide" presentation on Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilton Branch. The presentation will focus on how to make a home comfortable and safe for who want to age in place. This presentation is sponsored by SOMA Two Towns for All Ages. Preregistration is required […]
Free
West Orange-theater Luna Stage will host a performance of "WestPhalia," a play that examines the role of AI and the immigration process. The play will run from Oct. 19 to Nov. 12. Advanced ticket purchase is available online. From Luna Stage.
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South Orange library plans "Halloween with Bobaloo" Oct. 25 at 4 p.m. This children's event will have Halloween themed stories and songs. Costumes are encouraged. From South Orange Public Library.
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Maplewood library plans tweens and teens chess group on Oct. 25 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Hilton Branch. Open to all skill levels and tutors will be on hand to assist players. Preregistration is encouraged. From Maplewood Public Library.
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South Orange library plans author discussion with Michael Schein on "The Power of Hype: Become a Celebrity in Your Field (Without Selling Your Soul)." The event will be Oct. 26 from 6-7 p.m. From South Orange Public Library.
Free
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Meadowland Park Conservancy plans "Cornhole-O-Ween Tournament" on Oct. 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the Skate House in South Orange's Meadowland Park. Prizes for first, second, third place, and best costume. Preregistration is required to compete. From Meadowland Park Conservancy.
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SOMA Two Towns For All Ages plans free "Repair Cafe" on Oct. 28 from 1-4 p.m. at Morrow Church in Maplewood. Volunteer experts will be available to sharpen knives, mend clothes, and fix small electronics, digital devices, furniture, or jewelry. Call to make an appointment for repairs. From SOMA Two Towns for All Ages.
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South Orange library plans guest lecture "Jack the Ripper: A Mystery of Mysteries," with Dr. Mark Vogel on Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. This program is for adults only. From South Orange Public Library.
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Clinton Hill Harvest Festival is Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hawthorne Farm, 446 Hawthorne Ave in Newark. The festival will have hayrides, food stands, pumpkin painting, and other activities. Preregistration is required. From Clinton Hill Community Action.
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South Orange Downtown plans "Spooky Spiotta," a Halloween event, on Oct. 29. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Spiotta Park. It will include costume contest with prizes, interactive games, entertainment by Wanda the Witch, and trick or treating. From South Orange Downtown.
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SOMA Chamber of Commerce plans Halloween Parade on Oct. 31 in Maplewood Village from 3-5 p.m. Businesses will be handing out candy and the event will feature a DJ and costume contests. From SOMA Chamber of Commerce.
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Maplewood library plans "Cooking with Chris" multi-course meal prep demonstration with Christopher Nadolny of Celebrate Food on Nov. 2. The event is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hilton Branch. Preregistration is required. From Maplewood Public Library.
Free
Maplewood library plans free "Digital Device Clinics" at the adult services desk Nov. 2, 16, and 30. The drop-in hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will offer one-on-one support to people with questions about using a cell phone or other electronic device. No repair services will be provided. From Maplewood Public Library.
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