Maplewood residents can participate in the library’s Black History Month reading challenge, which ends Feb. 28. Participants must read 10 books by an African American author or illustrator by Feb. 28 to be eligible to win a gift card to Palmer’s Bakehouse, Bookstore, or Honey and Hive. Register online. From Maplewood Public Library. This information […]
Maplewood residents can attend a webinar discussing how to run for local office on Feb. 23. Led by the Maplewood Democratic Committee. It begins at 7 p.m. Registration is required. From Maplewood Democratic Committee . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Lunar New Year story time and craft for children ages 5+ planned at South Orange library's Baird Branch on Feb. 24. It is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Youth in grades 6-12 can attend South Mountain YMCA's Future Makers Entrepreneurial Program, scheduled to start Feb. 24. It meets Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. through May 5. Attendees learn about financial literacy, leadership, and problem solving. Registration is required. Free enrollment. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Reception of "Kids Speak Out: Art and Poetry on Equality, Individuality and Social Justice" planned at Maplewood library on Feb. 24 in the Main Branch. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Student artwork and poetry will be on display at the library throughout February. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate […]
People can attend Maplewood library's financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Feb. 24. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. It is free and led by financial advisor Gary Jones. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Windows for Women launch party and meet-and-greet planned on Feb. 26 in Maplewood. It displays local women's art in a showcase at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Book club meeting for youth in grades 7-10 planned with South Orange library on Feb. 26. Attendees will discuss "Yes, No, Maybe So" by Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Baird Center. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when […]
Opening art reception of "Female Hysteria" planned at the Pierro Gallery on Feb. 26 in South Orange. Artwork explores misogyny behind the term "hysteria." The reception is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. On view through Apr. 10. Free admission. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Author talk and signing with Imani Perry planned on Feb. 27 at Maplewood library's Main Branch. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. A book signing will follow. Free admission. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
SOMA Chamber of Commerce "Member Meet-Up" planned on Feb. 27 in South Orange. The event begins at 8 a.m. at The Order, 50 W. South Orange Ave. From SOMA Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
West Orange Arts Council's art exhibition "The Power of HER" is on display through Mar. 31. Art celebrates Women's History Month. Gallery hours are Sundays from 2-4 p.m. Free admission. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Art exhibition "Just Like A Girl" opening reception planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Mar. 7. The exhibit will showcase art from Maplewood and South Orange youth from 4-7 p.m. at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center in Maplewood. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Families can attend a story time and craft session with The Learning Experience on Mar. 8 in South Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 109 W. South Orange Ave. Free admission. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Family game night planned with Maplewood library on Mar 9. The event will run from 6:30-7:30 p.m.at the main branch. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Children can read to a therapy dog at South Orange library’s Baird Branch on Mar. 10. It is from 4-5 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Maplewood library seeks feedback on ways it can meet residents' needs during a focus group session on Mar. 10. The library is developing a strategic plan to guide services, programs, and other initiatives for future years. Feedback will inform the development of the strategic plan. The focus group is from 7-8:30 p.m. at the library's […]
Students in grade 10 can attend a webinar discussing pathways after high school on Mar. 11 with Maplewood library. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and led by My College Planning Team. It will also discuss college admissions processes and financial aid. Registration is required. Free admission. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as […]
Educators can attend a webinar training discussing ICE response and safety with SOMA Justice on Mar. 11. It is from 4-5 p.m. Free admission. Registration is required. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Stage production of "Private Lives" planned with Maplewood division of arts and culture starting Mar. 12. Performances run through Mar. 22 at Burgdorff Theater, 10 Durand Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
LEGO session for ages 2+ and adults planned at Maplewood library on Mar. 12 in the Hilton Branch. It is from 4-6 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.
Author reading with former Olympian Hazel Clark planned on Mar. 12 at Maplewood library's Main Branch. Clark will read her new children’s book, "Hazel Takes the First Step," from 4-5 p.m. Registration is not required. Free admission. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
Film screening and discussion of "Thoughts and Prayers," a documentary about school safety, planned with SOMA Justice on Mar. 12 in Maplewood. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. at Maplewood library's Main Branch. Free admission. Registration is required. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Eligible South Orange and Maplewood families can register their child in the SOMSD 2026 preschool lottery until Mar. 13. Children must reside in Maplewood or South Orange and must be age 3-4 by Oct. 1. Applications are submitted online in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Applications are available online. From South Orange-Maplewood Public Schools. This […]
Interfaith Holocaust remembrance service planned with South Orange-Maplewood Remember and Tell on Mar. 15 in Maplewood. A march begins at 2 p.m. at the Indiana Parking Lot, which is at the corner of Indiana Street and Springfield Avenue. The remembrance service begins at 3 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Attendees are encouraged to bring […]
Staged reading of "Pride and Prejudice" planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Mar. 16. It begins at 7 p.m. at the Burgdorff Theater, 10 Durand Rd. Free admission. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
DIY slime session for families planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on Mar. 17 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 50 Union Ave. Free admission. Registration is required. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Story time with author Jen Hayes Lee planned for children in grades K-2 on Mar. 17 at South Orange library. It begins at 4 p.m. at the Baird Branch. Registration is required. Library card not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
South Orange and Maplewood's "Unsung Sheroes" awards is scheduled for Mar. 18. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Orange Lawn Tennis Club, 305 N. Ridgewood Rd. in South Orange. There will be food, a cash bar, and reception. Free admission. Registration is required. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when […]
"Understanding the Impact of Youth Gambling" webinar planned by Family Connections' NJ4S-Essex Program on Mar. 18. The webinar is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., and will discuss the impact of youth gambling, warning signs, and tools for support. Preregistration is required. From Family Connections-NJ4S Essex. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Columbia High School Prom Shop seeks clean, gently used or new formal attire donations through Mar. 21 in Maplewood. Items in all sizes and prom styles are accepted. Drop off at Columbia High School’s main entrance, The General Store, 1875 Springfield Ave., Keller Williams, 181 Maplewood Ave., and Artistry Salon, 165 Valley St. in South […]
Maplewood's spring egg hunt is scheduled for Mar. 21. It begins at 12 p.m. at Memorial Park. There will be crafts, music, painting, and more. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Restaurant week planned with West Orange Downtown Mar. 21-29 in West Orange. Local restaurants will offer special menus and discounts throughout the week. A complete list of promotions is available online. From West Orange Downtown Alliance. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Maplewood and South Orange children in grades 2+ can register for South Orange recreation department's soccer program. Registration is available online. From South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free author talk with Mary Clare Jalonick will discuss her book "Storm at the Capitol" at Bookstore, 179 Maplewood Ave., on Mar. 24. The conversation will be facilitated by Deputy Mayor Malia Herman. from 6:30-8 p.m. Preregistration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
Personal care items donation dirve planned with Maplewood police department on Mar. 26. Toiletries and personal care items can be dropped off at the Springfield Ave. gazebo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Girls and non-binary students attending middle school can join South Orange Middle School's ultimate frisbee team, Glitter. It meets Wednesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. through Apr. 8 at Memorial Park in Maplewood. Registration is required. Free enrollment. From South Orange Middle School. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
"Navigating College Admissions Successfully" webinar for families planned with Maplewood library on Mar. 25. Stand Out for College, a college-readiness service, will discuss college admissions trends and admissions strategies at 7:30 p.m. Preregistration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Reception of "Kids Speak Out: Art and Poetry on Equality, Individuality and Social Justice" planned at Maplewood library on Mar. 25 in the Main Branch. It is from 4-5 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 […]
Story time celebrating women in local government planned for children on Mar. 26 at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch. It is from 4-4:45 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.
Transgender Day of Visibility celebration planned with SOMA Action on Mar. 26 in Maplewood. it is from 6-7 p.m. at Maplewood Town Hall. From TAPinto SOMA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Documentary screening of "The Librarians" planned at Maplewood library's Main Branch on Mar. 27. It begins at 7 p.m. A discussion will follow. Free admission. Registration is required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Science fiction book group meeting for adults planned with South Orange library on Mar. 28. It is from 1-2 p.m. at the Baird Branch. Members will discuss "The Water Knife" by Paolo Bacigalupi!. Registration is not required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
People can attend a talk discussing ways to care for heirlooms and collections with Durand-Hedden House on Mar. 29 in Maplewood. It begins at 1 p.m. at 523 Ridgewood Rd. Free admission. Registration is required. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
People can attend Maplewood library’s financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Mar. 31. It is from 5:30-7 p.m. It is free and led by a local financial advisor. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Hilton Neighborhood Association meeting planned at Maplewood library on Mar. 31 in the Hilton Branch. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Open mic workshop planned at Irvington library on Apr. 2. It is from 6-8 p.m. Free admission. From Irvington Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
South Orange and Maplewood residents ages 16+ can attend a free ekphrastic poetry workshop through South Orange's recreation department on Apr. 2. It is from 7-8:30 p.m. at 5 Mead St. Registration is required. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Tickets available for South Orange Downtown’s "Food Stroll," planned for Apr. 19. The event, scheduled from 12-4 p.m., will feature access to restaurants, shopping deals, and drink specials. A complete list of participating businesses available online. Admission is by wristband purchase. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Maplewood residents can shred paper items for free on Apr. 4. It is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Maplewood Recycling Center, 359 Boyden Ave. Participants must bring a government-issued photo ID and proof of residency. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]