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Noiré Dispensary seeks Thanksgiving food donations through Nov. 25 in Maplewood. Items will support MEND, a hunger relief network based in Orange. A list of accepted donations available online. Drop off at 171 Maplewood Ave. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] 
Maplewood and South Orange students in grades 4-8 can participate in a districtwide field hockey clinic this fall. Participants will learn how to play field hockey through drills, games, and scrimmages from Oct. 6-27. The program is Sundays at Underhill Field in Maplewood. Enrollment is $100 or $30 per session. Financial aid is available. From […] |
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Book club meeting for adults planned by South Orange library on Aug. 27. Members will discuss "The Postcard" by Anne Berest from 7-8 p.m. at 298 Walton Ave. Registration is required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Free outdoor yoga session planned by Three Birds Yoga Studio on Aug. 29 in South Orange. The class is from 6-8 p.m. at Village Plaza and is designed for all levels. First 30 attendees will be entered in a raffle to win a free month of yoga at Three Birds and a t-shirt. Registration is […]
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South Orange Downtown has four open Board of Director positions for terms starting Jan. 2025. The association seeks two business owners and two residents to join its board. Business owners must operate within the Special Improvement District of South Orange, and residents must provide proof of residency. Applications must be submitted online and a resumes […]
South Orange Downtown seeks applicants to help redesign Friendship Circle at West South Orange Ave. Applications must include 5-10 examples of previous projects in outdoor spaces or urban planning. Proposals should include plans for community engagement, ways to address potential challenges, and functionality of the space. Guidelines are available online. Applications accepted by email by […] |
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Maplewood and South Orange residents ages 21+ can register for Maplewood recreation's 2024 Laura Holtz Tennis Tournament to Fight Epilepsy. The tournament is scheduled for Sep. 7-8 at Memorial Park and Walter Park Tennis Courts. Registration is $50 per team and available online. From Maplewood Recreation Division. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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Open house and trial classes for children and adults planned by Beyond the Boogie Dance Company on Sep. 8 in Montclair. Classes are from 12-1:30 p.m. at 604 Valley Rd. There will be crafts, snacks, and raffles. Registration is required. From Beyond the Boogie Dance Company. This information is accurate as of when it was […] |
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Evening yoga classes for beginner and intermediate levels planned by South Orange recreation starting Sep. 10. Kristen Brunello will lead the class on Tuesdays at The Baird. Registration is required. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Maplewood Village Alliance will continue its "Summer Streets" events through Sep. 28. There will be live music, dining, and shopping from 6-8:30 p.m. along Maplewood Avenue on Saturdays. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Families can attend the 2024 Red and Black Party to support the Columbia High School Scholarship Fund on Sep. 21 in Maplewood. The event will include a performance from Kenny Vaughan, cocktails, and food from 7-10 p.m. at The Maplewood Club, 489 Ridgewood Rd. Tickets are $100 per person and must be purchased by Sep. […] |
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Maplewood-area children can read to a therapy dog at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch on Sep. 16. Participants will take turns reading from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Participants should either bring their own reading material or arrive early to select something from the library's collection before the event. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of […]
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Montclair area residents can purchase flowers from Montclair History Center's heirloom bulb sale. Flowers can be purchased online through Sep. 16. Order pick-ups begin in October. From Montclair History Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Maplewood and South Orange residents can sign up to participate in SOMA Community Coalition on Race's indoor wall mural installation for its integrated art circle series on Sep. 16, 23, and 30. Participants will paint lawn sign panels and assemble them to create a single abstract piece from 6-8 p.m. Prospect Presbyterian Church in Maplewood. […]
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Story time for toddlers planned by South Orange library on Sep. 17. The event is from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. Registration is required. Adults must accompany children. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Voter registration drive planned by the Maplewood League of Women Voters on Sep. 17 in Maplewood. Eligible registrants can sign up at Maplewood library's Hilton Branch from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. when they bring a N.J. ID or last four digits of their Social Security number. The deadline to register is […] |
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Movement story time for ages 0-3 planned by South Orange library on Sep. 18. The event is from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. Registration is required. From Friends of South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Free screening of "The Fall Guy" planned by South Orange library on Sep. 18. It will play from 1-3 p.m. at the Baird Center. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Pop-up library planned by South Orange library on Sep. 18 at the South Orange farmers market. The pop-up is from 2-5 p.m. at Spiotta Park. There will be a story time at 4 p.m. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Maplewood and South Orange residents can bring their cats and dogs to a free rabies clinic on Sep. 18. The clinic is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Essex Fire Department Maplewood Station. Pet licenses for 2024 will be available. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a […]
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East Orange-area youth ages 8-14 can sign up for the YMCA's fall basketball season. Participants learn the basics of basketball techniques on Saturdays from 10-10:45 a.m. Registration is available online or by phone. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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"Small Businesses, Big Challenges" panel planned by SOMA Chamber of Commerce on Sep. 19 in Maplewood. The event is begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. It will include speakers discussing grant and loan programs for small businesses, mentorship and education opportunities, and how to conduct business in town. It is free […]
South Orange and Maplewood residents in grades 1-8 can register for recreational basketball starting Sep. 19. The season is from December to March. Teams play once a week at South Orange Middle School or South Orange Recreation's Baird gymnasium. Registration is available online. From South Orange Middle School HSA. This information is accurate as of […] |
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South Orange and Maplewood families can participate in the 2024 Newstead 5K run and walk on Sep. 21 in South Orange. The event will support the Achieve Foundation, which addresses inequities for families and students in SOMA. The race begins at 9 a.m. at the South Mountain Annex. Registration is available online. From South Orange […]
South Orange residents can drop off large, bulk household items at the DPW on Sep. 21, the last day of the year to do so. Accepted items can be brought to the DPW from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. A list of excluded items is available online. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate […]
Community health fair planned by South Orange on Sep. 21. There will be free health screenings and flu shots for all ages, information about municipal departments, and volunteer opportunities from 1-3 p.m. at Meadowland Park. It will also feature live music and family activities. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when […]
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Cornhole tournament planned by West Orange Elks on Sep. 22 in West Orange. The event begins at 1 p.m. at 424 Main St. Two-person teams are required and the fee is $20 per team. Registration is in-person at 12 p.m. From West Orange Elks . This information is accurate as of when it was published. […] |
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Story time for toddlers planned by South Orange library on Sep. 24. The event is from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. Registration is required. Adults must accompany children. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Book discussion group meeting for adults planned by South Orange library on Sep. 24. Attendees will discuss "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt from 7-8 p.m. at 298 Walton Ave. Registration is required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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Pop-up story time planned by South Orange library on Sep. 25 at the South Orange farmers market. There will be a story time at 4 p.m. at Spiotta Park. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Ann Goldstein, translator of Elena Ferrante’s novels, will receive the 2024 Maplewood Literary Award on Sep. 25. Goldstein grew up in Maplewood. The award ceremony will include a talk with Pamela Erens at 7:30 p.m. in the Woodland Great Hall, 60 Woodland Rd. The event is free. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate […]
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West Orange-area residents can attend a free mental health resource program on Sep. 25. The event is from 6-8 p.m. at West Orange library. Speakers from the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris Counties will discuss ways to provide support and access mental health resources. Registration is not required. From West Orange Public Library. […]
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Manhattan Short Film Festival screenings planned at West Orange library on Sep. 26-27 and Sep. 29. There will be 10 short films playing Sep. 26 from 6-9 p.m., and Sep. 27 and Sep. 29 from 1-4 p.m. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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Free fashion show planned by South Orange Downtown on Sep. 26. The event is from 6-8 p.m. at Spiotta Park. It will feature clothes from Sadie's and hairstyles by Ampy Salon. There will be a cash bar with proceeds supporting the Jespy House. A rain date is scheduled for Sep. 27. From South Orange Downtown. […]
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Science fiction book talk event with librarian Erika Dragonetti planned by South Orange library on Sep. 28. Attendees will read and discuss “The First Days of Us,” “White Water, Blue Ocean,” and “Killing El Chivo” from 1-2 p.m. at the Baird Center. Registration is required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as […]
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"Latino Heritage Yoga Session" planned by Latinos of Montclair on Sep. 29 in West Orange. The event is from 10:30-11:30 a.m at Eagle Rock Reservation. Participants are encouraged to bring flags representing their heritage. The class is $25. Refunds will be issued in the event of rain. Attendees must bring their own mat. From Latinos […] |
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Library patrons in Essex, Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties can win a $50 Visa gift card by visiting libraries. Participants must retrieve a VIP pass from their local library and have their pass stamped at each library visit for a chance to win. The promotion ends Sep. 30. From South Orange Public Library. This information […] |
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Story time for toddlers planned by South Orange library on Oct. 1. The event is from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. Registration is required. Adults must accompany children. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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"Kaleidoscope Hispanica" exhibit to open on Oct. 1 at Pierro Gallery in South Orange. The exhibit includes art from Latinx artists and features pieces that showcase Hispanic heritage. It will be open through Nov. 15 at 5 Mead St. An opening reception is scheduled from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Oct. 1. From South Orange Village. This […]
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Networking event planned by West Orange Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 1. The event is from 12-1 p.m. at Cambria Hotel West Orange, 12 Rooney Cir. Guest speaker Brigette N. Eagan will discuss employment law and human resources compliance. The event is free for members and $20 for non-members. Registration is required. From West Orange […]
South Orange residents can register for recently announced late-fall classes at The Baird. Classes include art and dance, yoga, chess, volleyball, STEM, ballet, and more. Classes are held at 5 Mead St. A complete list of programs is available online. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […] |
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Movement story time for ages 0-3 planned by South Orange library on Oct. 2. The event is from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. Registration is required. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Free virtual workshop for parents discussing ways to improve relationships with their children planned by East Orange YMCA on Oct. 3. It will discuss youth development, effective communication, and ways to encourage healthy relationships. The workshop is offered at 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. Registration is required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate […]
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Free author event with Tracy O'Neill planned by Montclair library on Oct. 5 in the Main Branch. O'Neill will discuss her memoir "Woman of Interest" from 4-6 p.m. Registration is required. A Q&A and book signing will follow. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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"Hola Fest" planned by South Orange on Oct. 5. The all-day event is held at the Baird Community Center. It will include the "Kaleidoscope Hispanica" gallery exhibit, salsa and bachata dance lessons, and live music. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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"Exploration of World Music" class planned by SOMA Coalition on Race starting Oct. 5 in Maplewood. Ahmondylla Best will teach SOMA residents different musical instruments, including the Kalimba and thumb piano. Classes are Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. at 1978 Arts Center, 1978 Springfield Ave. Registration is required. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. […]
Performance by Epic Soul Band planned by Pleasant Valley Productions on Oct. 5 in West Orange. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Oskar Schindler Center for the Performing Arts. Admission is $5 at the door. Attendees should bring a blanket or lawn chair. There will be a beer and wine garden. From Pleasant Valley […] |
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Community mosaic installation workshops planned by SOMA Coalition on Race starting Oct. 6 in Maplewood. Workshops are from 3:15-5:15 p.m. on Sundays through Oct. 27. Participants will learn how to use different materials to create a visual representation of their family heritage. Designs will be displayed on stone pedestals at South Orange Avenue's flagpole. Registration […]
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