Maplewood residents can participate in the library's winter reading challenge, which ends Jan. 31. Participants must log at least 10 hours of reading by Jan. 31 to be eligible to win a Bookstore gift card. Register online. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
Multi-Chamber of Commerce networking event is scheduled for Jan. 27 in Union. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Galloping Hill Caterers, 1085 Galloping Hill Rd. There will be more than 300 business leaders representing 20 local and regional Chambers of Commerce. Registration is required. Open to non-members. From SOMA Chamber of Commerce. This information is […]
Families can attend a know-your-rights training on Jan. 27 for supporting immigrants attending South Orange-Maplewood schools. It begins at 7:30 p.m. for middle school and high school families. Location not yet announced. Interested attendees must register online. From SOMA Action. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Expungement clinic planned with Stono Public Affairs and Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker on Jan. 28 in Newark. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 55 Ludlow St. There will be free legal consultations about expungement eligibility and paperwork. Registration is encouraged. From District 28 Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker. This information is accurate as of when […]
Craft swap planned by Sew Leana on Feb. 1 in South Orange. The swap is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sew Leana, 12 W. South Orange Ave. Unused craft items and supplies can be hand-delivered Sew Leana from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Jan. 28; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on […]
Artist workshop planned with SOMA Affordable Art on Jan. 29 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at Creative In Common, 86 Sloan St. There will be a panel conversation with guided group discussions and opportunities to connect with other artists. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Maplewood dog and cat owners must purchase or renew pet licenses by Jan. 31. Applications are available online. A $7 late fee is charged for renewal licenses purchased after the deadline. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
South Orange and Maplewood seek nominations for its 2026 "Unsung Sheroes" awards. It recognizes local women in advocacy, arts and culture, education, leadership, and youth leadership. Nomination submissions are accepted online by Jan. 31. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Art and music reception planned at Maplewood library's Main Branch on Jan. 31. It is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It will show art by Cat Delett, Chrissy McIntyre, and Robert Nealon. Live music is from Steve Jones. Free admission. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Maplewood and South Orange girls ages 10-20 can submit artwork to Maplewood’s "Just Like A Girl" exhibition by Feb. 1. Artwork will be displayed at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center in celebration of Women’s History Month in March. Submissions accepted online. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it […]
Documentary screening of "Meat Me Halfway" planned with South Orange Environmental Commission on Feb. 1. It is from 3-5 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Registration is required. Free admission. From South Orange Environmental Commission. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Opening art reception of "Forgotten Things Forgotten Times" planned at 1978 Arts Center on Feb. 1 in Maplewood. Artwork is by Onnie Strother and celebrates Black History Month. The reception is from 2-5 p.m. at 1978 Springfield Ave. Art is on display on weekends through Feb. 22. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This […]
"Hannah Till and Black History in the Age of Revolution" performance planned with Durand-Hedden House and Garden on Feb. 1 in Maplewood. It is from 1-2:30 p.m. at The Woodland Parlor, 60 Woodland Rd. Free admission. Registration is required. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Families can attend a webinar discussing college financial aid planned with Maplewood library on Feb. 3. The free workshop is presented by My College Planning Team and begins at 6 p.m. It will discuss financial aid options, costs, and the admissions process. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information […]
Maplewood residents can attend a community meeting discussing the DeHart Park rehabilitation project on Feb. 4. It begins at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Community Center. Residents can share feedback on proposed surrounding amenities at DeHart, such as landscaping, playgrounds, and monuments. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Adults can attend a knife skills class at Kitchen a la Mode on Feb. 4 in South Orange. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at 59 South Orange Ave. Enrollment is $60. Registration is required online. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Music performance with Leyla McCalla planned at Maplewood library on Feb. 5 in the Main Branch. It begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed by a conversation with Anthony Mazzocchi, president and CEO of the Kaufman Music Center in New York City. Free admission. Registration is not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information […]
Children up to age 12 can read to a dog at Maplewood library on Feb. 5 in the Hilton Branch. it is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration is not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Trivia night fundraiser benefitting South Orange Middle School HSA planned on Feb. 6 in Maplewood. It is from 6:30-9 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Middle School HSA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
"Erasing South Orange Borders Run-Walk" planned on Saturdays starting Feb. 7. The run begins at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 1 p.m., hosted by resident and founder of Erasing Essex’s Borders Stephanie Lawson Muhammad. Each route covers 3.1 miles and participants will explore South Orange borders that have historically impacted African Americans. The […]
Science fiction book group meeting for adults planned with South Orange library on Feb. 7. It is from 1-2 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Attendees will discuss “An Absolutely Remarkable Thing" by Hank Green. Registration required. Open to non-library cardholders. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Children ages 2-5 can attend a social skills group on Feb. 7 with South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be led by local therapists. Registration is required. Location available upon registering. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This information is accurate as of when […]
Mental health walk planned with FreeWalkers on Feb. 8 in South Orange. It is from 10-11:30 a.m. at 11 Sloan St. Free admission. From FreeWalkers. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Vegan soul food bowl cooking class for families planned at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch on Feb. 10. It is from 6-7 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Families can attend a webinar discussing ways to appeal to colleges for more financial aid planned with Maplewood library on Feb. 10. The free workshop is presented by My College Planning Team and begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race to host "Talking to Children About Race" panel for families with children on Feb. 10. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Attendees will learn ways to foster inclusivity at home and hold conversations about anti-racism and racial identity with their child. Registration required. Location available upon registering. From South […]
Maplewood-area youth ages 16+ can register for a "Puppy Yoga" class, scheduled for Feb. 15. It is from 10-10:45 a.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. in Maplewood. Registration is required. From Maplewood Recreation Division. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.