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South Mountain YMCA's Duck Race is scheduled for May 26 in Maplewood. It is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Memorial Park. The race is a fundraiser that awards a local non-profit with up to $5,000 of the proceeds. Registration available online. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it […] |
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New student enrollment for South Orange-Maplewood school district begins May 27 for the 2025-26 academic year. It is for all incoming students in grades K-12 who live in Maplewood or South Orange. Registration available online. From South Orange-Maplewood Public Schools. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] 
PerformCare N.J. application assistance planned with WOSEPAC on May 27 in West Orange. Application assistance for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) Services program is from 12:30-2 p.m. at West Orange library. Light refreshments served. Registration required. From West Orange Special Education Parents Advisory Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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South Orange Middle School's cultural potluck is scheduled for May 29 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. Designed for students entering grade 6 and their families. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish from their culture. There will be free henna tattoos, hair feathers, karaoke, and cultural performances. For those who do not […] |
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"Oranges Corner" poetry open mic planned at Orange library on May 30. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Request to perform by phone. From 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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South Orange Downtown's Under Cover Music Fest is scheduled for May 31 in South Orange. It is from 2-10 p.m. at Sloan Street Parking Lot. It will feature live music performances, food for sale from local restaurants, and a beer garden. Free admission. Rain date is Jun. 1. From South Orange Downtown. This information is […]
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Free poetry reading with Peter Murphy, Joel Dias-Porter, Karen Z Duffy, and Moneeba Khan planned by South Orange on Jun. 1. The reading begins at 3 p.m. at The Baird Community Center, 5 Mead St. It is part of the Watershed Literary’s reading series. Admission is free. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate […]
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Maplewood's farmers market will open Jun. 2 from 2-7 p.m. at 1662 Springfield Ave. It will be open every Monday through Nov. 24. There will be local vendors selling fresh produce. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Public information meeting discussing Essex County's road improvement projects in Irvington, Newark, Maplewood, and South Orange is planned on Jun. 3 in Irvington. It is from 7-9 p.m. at Irvington Community Center in Irvington Park. There will be information about roadway and traffic signal projects, its funding, timelines, locations, and proposed improvements. A Q&A session […]
Chipotle fundraiser supporting East Orange YMCA planned on Jun. 3 in Kearny. A 25% portion of sales made from 4-8 p.m. will go towards the YMCA. Located at 190 Passaic Ave. Show flyer at checkout or use code "C3DZYKG" for online orders. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Craft session for parents and guardians and their children planned with PMCHNJ on Jun. 3 in Irvington. It is from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Ave. Registration required. Free admission. From Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Acoustic performance from Whiskey and Sugar planned with Meadowland Park Conservancy on Jun. 4 in South Orange. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at Meadowland Park. Food available for purchase. Wine and beer garden on site. From Meadowland Park Conservancy. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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South Orange seeks donations of travel-sized hygiene items through Jun. 5. Donations will be delivered to homeless individuals. A list of accepted items available online. Drop-off locations are municipal offices, Baird Community Center, and South Orange police station. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
"Village Night Out" planned with Maplewood Village Alliance on Jun. 5. It is from 5-9 p.m. There will be live entertainment, dining options, and vendors. Attendees ages 21+ can enter a raffle by collecting stamps from each participating vendor. Raffle prizes include gift certificates cumulatively worth more than $350. From Maplewood Village Alliance . This […] |
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"Beach Party for Swim Equity" fundraiser planned with SOMA Justice on Jun. 7 in South Orange. It is from 7-10 p.m. at The Player Agency at the Baird Community Center. Tickets are $50 and include one drink and appetizers. Raised funds will go towards SOMA Justice's swim lesson programs. From SOMA Justice. This information is […] 
Free outdoor concert with Viva Flamenco planned with South Orange Downtown on Jun. 7. The concert is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Spiotta Park. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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South Orange residents can recycle some of their electronics on Jun. 7. Accepted items can be recycled from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the public works building. A full list of accepted items is available online. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
"Maplewood Ukrainian Day" planned with the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Ascension on Jun. 7. It is from 1-6 p.m. at 650-652 Irvington Ave. in Maplewood. There will be a concert of Ukrainian music and dances beginning at 2 p.m. Free admission. From The Village Green. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Volunteer orientation for youth entering grades 6-12 planned with South Orange library on Jun. 10. Orientation begins at 4 p.m. at the Baird Branch. Volunteers must attend with a completed application. Applications available online. From South Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Networking event for entrepreneurs planned with Housing and Neighborhood Development Services, a local community service organization, on Jun. 10 in Orange. It is from 3-6 p.m. at Orange High School's auxiliary gymnasium. It will include a panel discussion with business experts and coaches. Registration is required. Free admission. From Housing and Neighborhood Development Services. This […]
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Youth in grades 8-10 can register for East Orange YMCA's summer camp program, "counselor-in-training." The program's first session starts Jun. 30 and will include college tours, leadership and teamwork skills, and first aid certifications. Registration required. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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Business networking event planned with West Orange Chamber of Commerce on Jun. 11 in West Orange. It is from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at McCloone's Boathouse, 9 Cherry Ln. Free for members and $20 for non-members. Tickets available online. From West Orange Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] |
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"Books Now and Then” reading group meeting planned at Maplewood library on Jun. 12 in the Hilton Branch. Members will discuss "Lincoln in the Bardo" by George Saunders at 6:30 p.m. Registration not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Pop-up shop featuring small, Black-owned businesses planned with South Mountain YMCA on Jun. 13 in Maplewood. It begins at 5:30 p.m. at 13 Jefferson Ave. There will also be vendors with items for children. From East Orange YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
"Pride Under The Stars" dance party and fundraiser for ages 21+ planned with South Orange Downtown on Jun. 13. It is from 8-11 p.m. at Spiotta Park. There will be live music, a photo booth, and a cash bar. Suggested donation of $20 will support North Jersey Pride, a nonprofit. From South Orange Downtown. This […] |
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Cornhole Classic planned with Meadowland Park Conservancy on Jun. 14 in South Orange. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at the Skate House, 5 Mead St. There will be a beer garden, food truck, and live music. Players must be ages 16+. Registration available online. From Meadowland Park Conservancy. This information is accurate as of when […]
Pride pickleball tournament for ages 16+ planned with North Jersey Pride on Jun. 14 in South Orange. It is from 2-5:30 p.m. at Orange Lawn Tennis Club. Tickets include food. Registration required. From North Jersey Pride Festival. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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Maplewood Vintage Show is scheduled for Jun. 15. It is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. Early access is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and requires a $20 entry ticket. Free, general entry is from 12-5 p.m. There will be vintage clothing, accessories, art, and more. From Maplewood […] |
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Juneteenth celebration planned with East Orange on Jun. 19. It is from 12-6 p.m. at Rowley Park, 91 North Arlington Ave. There will be vendors, music, and cultural dance performances. Attendees are encouraged to dress in red, black, and green. Free admission. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
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Stage production of "This is Our Story: A Coming Out Anthology" planned on Jun. 19-20 in Maplewood. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at 60 Woodland Rd. Tickets available online for purchase. From SOMAPSO. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Volunteer orientation for youth entering grades 6-12 planned with South Orange library on Jun. 19. Orientation begins at 5 p.m. at the Baird Branch. Volunteers must attend with a completed application. Applications available online. 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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Juneteenth celebration planned with South Orange on Jun. 20. It is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Flood’s Hill, 100 N. Ridgewood Rd. There will be live music, readings, food trucks, and fireworks. Free admission. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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Opening reception of “The Things They Carried, The Stories They Told, Passions of the Unseen” exhibit planned with Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture on Jun. 20. It is from 5-8 p.m. at 1978 Springfield Ave. The reception is part of Maplewood's Juneteenth celebration. Free admission. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information […]
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Grand opening celebration of Dogtopia, a dog daycare, planned on Jun. 21 in West Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 235 Prospect Ave. There will be games, food and local vendors, and $5 nail trims with all proceeds supporting Dogtopia Foundation's first service dog. Proof of rabies vaccine required. From Dogtopia […]
Summer reading kickoff planned with South Orange library on Jun. 21. It is from 12-4 p.m. at Spiotta Park. There will be activities for all ages, live music, and more. Attendees are encouraged to dress according to their favorite book genre. A list of genres and coordinating colors available online. From South Orange Public Library. […]
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Opening reception of "Freedom in Full Color" art exhibit planned at West Orange Arts Center on Jun. 21. It is from 2-4 p.m. at 551 Valley Rd. in West Orange. The exhibit will be open until Jul. 12. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Virtual community meeting with Maplewood planned on Jun. 24. It begins at 7:30 p.m. and will discuss a proposal to install bicycle lanes along Parker Avenue from Maplewood Avenue to Boyden Avenue. Zoom log-in information available online. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Yoga class planned with South Orange recreation starting Jun. 24. It meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Registration available online. 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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Acoustic performance by The Hay Burners planned with Meadowland Park Conservancy on Jun. 25 in South Orange. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at Meadowland Park. Food available for purchase. Wine and beer garden on site. From Meadowland Park Conservancy. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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Information session discussing grant opportunities for small businesses planned at East Orange library on Jun. 26. It begins at 5 p.m. New Jersey Economic Development Authority Michelle Osorio will share information on the application process. Free admission. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
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College students can apply to intern at Rep. Mikie Sherrill's N.J. district office in Livingston or in Washington D.C. by Jul. 16. Interns will conduct research, draft memos, assist staff members, work with residents, and perform administrative tasks. Internship begin in the fall. Application guidelines available online. From Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill. This information is accurate […] |
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"Naloxone Education and Community Resource Day" planned on Jun. 28 in Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Military Park. There will be free Naloxone, hands-on Naloxone training, food, and music. From City of Orange Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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"Star Spangled South Orange" planned with Meadowland Park Conservancy on Jun. 28 in South Orange. It is from 5-10 p.m. at Flood's Hill. There will be food, games, art, music, and movie screenings. Rain date is Jun. 29. From Meadowland Park Conservancy. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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"Morrow Turnover Sale" and fundraiser planned with Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church starting Jun. 28 in Maplewood. The rummage from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 600 Ridgewood Rd. Last year's raised funds supported local organizations, including Isaiah House, MEND, Columbia High School Scholarship Fund, and more. From Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church. This information […] |
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Improv class for ages 17+ planned with Rocket Improv starting on Jun. 30 in South Orange. The eight-week class meets Mondays from 7-9 p.m. at 160 W. S. Orange Ave. Use promotional code "FRIENDOFLULU" for $30 off. Registration required online. From SOMA Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Children and youth ages 7-14 can register for South Orange's chess program, scheduled to start Jun. 30. It meets Mondays from 7-8 p.m. at The Baird Community Center through Aug. 11. Enrollment is $55. Registration available online. South Orange residency not required. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was […] |
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Author talk with Kelsey James planned at Words Bookstore on Jul. 1 in Maplewood. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. at 179 Maplewood Ave. James will discuss "The Colony of Lost Souls." Free admission. From Words Maplewood. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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East Orange recreation's summer tennis clinic is scheduled to start Jul. 1. It meets Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at Elmwood Park through Aug. 16. Open to youth, adults, and seniors. East Orange residency not required. Enrollment is $35 for residents and $45 for non-residents. Registration available online. From East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This […] |
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Concert performance from Whiskey and Sugar planned with South Orange on Jul. 2 at Meadowland Park. It begins at 7:30 p.m. There will be local food trucks on site. It is part of "South Orange Summer Nights." Free admission. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Youth in high school and middle school can register for Orange recreation's summer basketball program by Jul. 3. Games are from Jul. 7 to Aug. 23 at Central Playground basketball courts. Enrollment is $350 for residents and non-residents. Registration available online. From City of Orange Township Parks and Recreation. This information is accurate as of […] |
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"Independence Day Run Through Maplewood" 5K race and fundraiser planned on Jul. 4 in Maplewood. It begins at 9 a.m. Enrollment fee is $35. Raised funds will support Columbia High School's track and cross country programs. From Columbia High School. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Independence Day celebration planned in Maplewood on Jul. 4. There will be a 5K race, bike parade, relays, ice cream eating contest, pet parade, and fireworks. Events will take place throughout the day at various locations around town. Schedule of events is available online. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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"Sideshow by the Slice" planned on Jul. 5 in Maplewood. It is from 12-8 p.m. at The Corner Slice, 419 Boyden Ave. There will be live performances, a community mural, temporary tattoos, music, and more. From SOMAPSO. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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South Orange residents can participate in the library's weekly "Rainbow Scavenger Hunt Photography Project." Participants must submit a photo of something Orange in the town by Jul. 5. Submission guidelines available online. 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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