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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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Early bird tickets to Isaiah House's "House of Love" fundraiser are available until Jan. 31. The event is scheduled for Feb. 28 from 7-11 p.m. at The Suite Spot, 24 1st St. in South Orange. It is $125. The annual event supports Isaiah House’s programming and social services. From Isaiah House. This information is accurate […] |
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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.
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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 […]
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"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 […]
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N.J. Motor Vehicle Commission mobile unit to be stationed in West Orange on Feb. 23-27. Services are available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ginny Duenkel Pool Parking Lot/Colgate Park. Appointments for registration renewal, REAL ID, and replacement title accepted online. Disability placards and license plate returns do not require appointment. Registration opens Feb. […] |
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Story time for ages 0-2 and caregivers planned at West Orange library on Feb. 3. It is from 11-11:30 a.m. Registration not required. Free admission. From West 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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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 […]
Valentine's Day-themed music and movement session for babies and caregivers planned at West Orange library on Feb. 4. It is from 11-11:40 a.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From West 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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Youth and adults can attend a knitting and crotchet workshop on Feb. 4 at South Orange library's Baird Branch. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. 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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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 […]
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Opening art reception of "I Am You" planned at SOPAC on Feb. 5 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. The gallery is on display through Mar. 15 and shows artwork by multimedia artist Tatum Sabin. Registration is required. Free admission. From South Orange Performing Arts Center. This information is accurate as of when […]
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Valentine's Day cookie party planned at East Orange library on Feb. 5. It is from 5-8 p.m. Free admission. Registration is not required. From East 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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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.
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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 […]
"South Orange International Blues Festival" planned at SOPAC on Feb. 6. It begins at 7:30 p.m. and will include four performers. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Performing Arts Center. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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"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 […] 
Caregivers and children up to age 5 can attend a music and movement session at West Orange library on Feb. 7. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration required. Library card not required. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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Youth in grades 8-12 can attend an African patchwork workshop on Feb. 9 at East Orange library. It is from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Limited to first 10 attendees. Registration is not required. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Adults can attend a workshop discussing student loan repayment programs at East Orange library on Feb. 10. It is from 6-8 p.m. and will also discuss borrower rights and financial literacy. Registration is not required. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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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.
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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 […]
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Families with children in grades 2-5 can attend a performance and reading with author and violinist J Read on Feb. 11 at South Orange library's Baird Branch. It is from 4-4:45 p.m. and will include a reading of "Chickadee." Registration is required. Library card not required. Free admission. From South Orange Public Library. This information […]
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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.
Gnoochi cooking class planned with Kitchen a La Mode on Feb. 13 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 59 South Orange Ave. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Kitchen A La Mode. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Youth in grades 8-12 can attend East Orange library's Teen Crafting Circle on Feb. 14. It is from 1-4 p.m. Self-led session. Registration is not required. From East 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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Students in grades 5-9 can design and build paper circuits at East Orange library on Feb. 14. It is from 1-2 p.m. Registration is required. Free admission. Library card not required. From East 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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Screening of "Annie Hall" planned by West Orange Classic Film Festival on Feb. 15. The movie begins at 2 p.m. at AMC at 495 Prospect Ave. in West Orange. Tickets available online and in-person for purchase. From West Orange Arts Council. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
We Start Here, a SOMA-based nonprofit, seeks immigrant storytellers for its "Stories Without Borders" event, scheduled for May 26. All proceeds from the event will benefit Make the Road NJ to support immigrant rights advocacy and legal aid for N.J. families. In-person auditions to participate in the event is scheduled for Feb. 15 at the […] |
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Ramadan moon lighting event planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Feb. 17. It is from 5-6:30 p.m. at Springfield Avenue Gazebo, 1688 Springfield Ave. The moon will be lit at sundown and will remain lit for the month of Ramadan. Activities for children available. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is […]
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Chinese New Year coloring craft session for youth planned at East Orange library on Feb. 17. It is from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required, Free admission. From East 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 movie screening of "Sinners" planned with Maplewood Film Society on Feb. 19. Doors open at 6 p.m. at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd. A discussion about Black history and culture relevant to the film will follow. Tickets are free but RSVP required online. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate […]
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Children can read to a therapy dog at West Orange library on Feb. 20. It is from 4-5 p.m. in the program room. All ages are welcome, no registration is requred. From West 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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"Paint Your Partner Party" planned with Craft Club Studio on Feb. 20 in South Orange. It is from 7-9 p.m. at 122 S. Orange Ave. Admission is $50 and includes wine, snacks, and materials. From Craft Club Studio. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Lecture and art viewing of the African Mask Collection planned at East Orange City Hall on Feb. 20. It begins at 6 p.m. The lecture will discuss Black history and the Reconstruction Era. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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"My Black Is Beautiful!" student art showcase planned with South Orange Middle School on Feb. 21 at SOPAC. It begins at 4 p.m. and will include music, dance, visual arts, literature, and more. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Middle School. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Maplewood library's book sale is scheduled for Feb. 21 in the Main Branch. It is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees fill a bag with books for $10. Must bring your own bag. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Lunar New Year celebration planned at West Orange library on Feb. 21. There will be stories and crafts from 2-4 p.m. with West Orange High School Asian Culture Club and United Asian Voices of West Orange. Free admission. Registration is not required. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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Families can attend SOMA summer camp fair on Feb. 22 in Maplewood. It is from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Registration is required online. From South Mountain YMCA. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Book club meeting for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Feb. 23. Attendees will discuss "The Port Chicago 50" by Steve Sheinkin at 4 p.m. Registration is not required. Free admission. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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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 […]
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Book club for adults planned with South Orange library on Feb. 24. Attendees will discuss "James" by Percival Everett at 7 p.m. at 110 Vose Ave. 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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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Landlord-tenant seminar planned at East Orange library on Feb. 24. It is from 6-8 p.m. Led by N.J. Superior Courts Essex Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement. From East 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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Children in grades 1-7 can attend a free cooking class at East Orange library on Feb. 24. It is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and will explore cooking basics with simple recipes and hands-on activities. Free admission. Registration is not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Children and youth can attend a financial literacy course at West Orange library on Feb. 25. It will discuss budgeting, saving, investing, loans, and more from 6-7 p.m. Registration is not required. Free admission. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. |
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East Orange-area youth can attend "Science Saturdays" at East Orange library on Feb. 28. It begins at 1 p.m. Attendees will learn and explore science projects. Registration is required. Library card not required. From East Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Black History Month paint and sip planned with Creative in Common on Feb. 28 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 p.m. at 86 Sloan St. Admission is $10. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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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.
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