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Maplewood library seeks donations for its arts and crafts supply swap. Items are accepted from Sep. 28 to Oct. 5. A list of accepted items is available online. The swap is scheduled for Oct. 13. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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People can attend Maplewood library’s financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Sep. 29. 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.
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Four candidates running for South Orange-Maplewood school board will participate in a forum with SOMA Community Coalition on Race on Sep. 29. Candidates are Patricia Azeez, Liz Callahan, Kevin Diaz, and Will Meyer. There are three open board seats. The forum begins at 7:30 p.m. at 525 Academy St. in Maplewood. From South Orange-Maplewood Community […]
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"Magic Carpet" children's club session planned at East Orange Family Success Center on Sep. 29. It is from 12-1:30 p.m. at 132 S. Harrison St. The program is meant to help children read, imagine, and create. Free admission. Registration is required. From East Orange Family Success Center. This information is accurate as of when it […]
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Local N.J. farmers markets can be nominated for America's Farmers Market Celebration Award. Markets that receive the most votes are eligible to win cash award that help fund the market season. Markets in Nutley, South Orange, West Orange, and Newark are eligible. Voting closes Sep. 30. From American Farmland Trust. This information is accurate as […] 
Businesses and non-profits can attend a workshop on how to use Maplewood library's free business database on Sep. 30. it is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Main Branch. Attendees will learn how to identify sales leads, analyze marketing, build a business plan, and more. Registration is not required. From Maplewood Public Library. This information is […]
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Manhattan Short Film Festival screenings planned at West Orange library from Oct. 1-2 and Oct. 4. There will be 10 short films playing Oct. 1 at 6 p.m., Oct. 2 at 1 p.m., and Oct. 4 at 1:30 p.m. From West Orange Patch. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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Seton Village Food Truck Festival planned on Oct. 2 in South Orange. It is from 5-9:30 p.m. along Irvington Avenue between Ward Place and Tichenor Avenue. A list of vendors is available online. From Seton Village South Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Drop-in art workshop for youth ages 12-18 planned at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center on Oct. 2. It is from 7-10 p.m. Registration is required. 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.
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"Delightfully Strange" art exhibit is open for viewing through Nov. 1 in Maplewood. Hosted by The Art Generators Gallery at 14 Newark Way. It shows work by 55 artists. Open Thursdays through Sundays from 4:30-8:30 p.m. From The Art Generators. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] |
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Black History 101 Mobile Museum will be at DeHart Community Center on Oct. 3-4 in Maplewood. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It includes a collection of documents signed by Martin Luther King Jr., Angela Davis, Carter G. Woodson, Mary Mcleod Bethune, and more. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This […]
Pink Out of the Oranges Breast Cancer Walk planned on Oct. 3 in East Orange. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Elmwood Park. Registration and fees available online. From East Orange City. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Children ages 2-5 can attend a social skills group on Oct. 3 with South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. It is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at at South Orange Country Day School, 461 Vose Ave., and will be led by local therapists. Registration is required. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This […]
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"Elktoberfest" planned with South Orange Elks on Oct. 3. It is from 1-6 p.m. at 220 Prospect St. There will be a bounce house, ice cream truck, axe throwing, and more. Children ages 12 and younger enter for free. Tickets are available online for purchase. From South Orange Elks. This information is accurate as of […]
Maplewood Avenue will be closed to traffic on Oct. 3 between Inwood and Highland Place for "Summer Streets" pedestrian plaza. There will be vendors, live music, and more from 5-9 p.m. From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] |
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Creative writing workshop for adults planned at Maplewood library starting Oct. 5 in the Main Branch. It is from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and runs through Oct. 26. Registration is required. Free admission. 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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Book club meeting for adults planned at Maplewood library on Oct. 6 in the Main Branch. It is from 6:45-8 p.m. Attendees will discuss "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini. 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 […]
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Essay-writing support for adults and youth in grades 7+ planned at Orange library on Oct. 6. It is from 5-7 p.m. Registration is not required. 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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Community Town Hall with Congresswoman Analilia Mejia and Bloomfield Mayor Jenny Mundell on Oct. 6 in Bloomfield. The event, scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. at Bloomfield Town Hall. There will be discussions on what is happening in Washington and their impact on the community. Preregistration is required and can be completed online. From Bloomfield […]
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Financial Justice Summit planned by N.J. Citizen Action on Oct. 7 in South Orange. The free event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seton Hall University. It will feature a panel discussing community reinvestment, consumer finance protection, housing, and civil rights in N.J. Registration is required. From New Jersey Citizen Action. This information […]
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People can apply to University of Orange's steel band fall classes, scheduled to start Oct. 13. It is designed for youth ages 10-18 and adults ages 18+. Classes are pay-what-you-can and run through Dec. 8. Applications are available online. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] |
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Developer meet and greet planned with Congregation Beth El on Oct. 8 in South Orange. The event, scheduled from 7-8 p.m., at 222 Irvington Ave. The meeting will discuss the development plans for 270–299 Irvington Ave. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Fashion show planned with JESPY House on Oct. 8 in South Orange. It is from 6-8 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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Four candidates running for South Orange-Maplewood school board will participate in a forum with League of Women Voters on Oct. 8. Candidates are Patricia Azeez, Liz Callahan, Kevin Diaz, and Will Meyer. There are three open board seats. The forum begins at 7:30 p.m. at 525 Academy St. in Maplewood. From The Village Green. This […]
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Author talk with Ben Passmore planned with South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race on Oct. 8 in Maplewood. Passmore will discuss "Black Arms to Hold You Up, A History of Black Resistance" from 7-9 p.m. at Columbia High School. Register by emailing schoolinfo@somadultschool.org. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This information is accurate as […]
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"Celebrating Integration" fundraiser gala benefitting South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race on Oct. 15 in South Orange. It is from 7-11 p.m. at Orange Lawn Tennis Club, 305 N. Ridgewood Rd. There will be food, an auction, and music. RSVP by Oct. 8. From South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. This information is accurate as […] |
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Crochet lessons for ages 15+ planned with South Orange recreation starting Oct. 9. It meets through Oct. 30. Open to all skill levels. Registration 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. |
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Guided bird walk planned with University of Orange on Oct. 12. It is from 4:30-6 p.m. at the McLoone’s Boathouse parking lot, 9 Cherry Ln. in West Orange. Free admission. Registration is required. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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South Orange police seeks winter coat donations through Oct. 13. Drop-off is South Orange police department's front lobby. Items must be new or gently used and clean. All donations will be given to local residents and charities. Distribution is Oct. 18. From South Orange Police Department. This information is accurate as of when it was […]
Drop-in writing support session for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 13. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. 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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Arts and crafts supply swap planned at Maplewood library on Oct. 13 at the Main Branch. It is from 6-7:45 p.m. Attendees must bring their own bags. 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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Creative In Common Art Club meeting planned with South Orange Downtown on Oct. 14. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 86 Sloan St. Guest speaker is Nick vs Art World. RSVP required. Free admission. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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"Hats Off To Downtown Shopping Crawl" planned with South Orange Downtown on Oct. 16. It is from 5-8 p.m. starting at The Co-Lab, 57 S Orange Ave. There will be shopping deals, tastings, and restaurant specials. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
Black beans cooking class for youth in grades 8-12 planned at East Orange library on Oct. 16. It is from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Limited to the first 12 attendees. From East 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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People can submit photography to Durand-Hedden House and Garden's "My MAPSO" exhibit by Oct. 16. Submissions must show parts of Maplewood and South Orange. Guidelines are available online. From Durand-Hedden House and Garden. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Meadowland Park Dance Festival is planned on Oct. 17 in South Orange. It begins at 2:30 p.m. at the Skate House. Free admission. 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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SOMA Action's "Night o' Fun" fundraiser is planned on Oct. 17 in South Orange. It begins at 6:30 p.m. at South Orange Elks, 220 Prospect St. There will be a silent auction, tarot poetry reading, and more. Tickets are available online. From SOMA Action. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Free figure drawing class for ages 12+ planned with University of Orange on Oct. 17. It is from 2-3:30 p.m. at The HUUB, 35-47 Cleveland St. From University of Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Art Walk and Music Fest planned with Maplewood arts and culture on Oct. 18. It is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Maplewood Avenue. 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.
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Fermentation workshop planned with East Orange Family Success Center on Oct. 19. It begins at 2 p.m. at 132 South Harrison St. From East Orange Family Success Center. 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 "Insidious: Chapter 2" planned at East Orange library on Oct. 20. It is from 3:30-6 p.m. 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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South Orange Downtown’s board of directors will meet virtually on Oct. 21. It begins at 8:30 a.m. and will discuss community initiatives and upcoming events. Open to the public. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
East Orange Chamber of Commerce meeting planned on Oct. 21 at East Orange library. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. 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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"Using AI Tools to Simplify Life" presentation planned Oct. 21 at Maplewood library's Main Branch. It is from 6:30-8 p.m. 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.
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Families can learn about how to identify anxiety symptoms in their children on Oct. 22 at South Orange library's Baird Branch. It begins at 6:30 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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Immigrant response training planned with SOMA Justice and SOMA Action on Oct. 22. Training will start at 7 p.m., and will address best practices for intervention and ways to get involved. Location will be provided after registration. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […]
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Maplewood and South Orange's "Family Follies Talent Show" is scheduled for Oct. 22 in Maplewood. It is from 7:30-9 p.m. at Columbia High School. Tickets are available online for purchase. 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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Board game afternoon for children in grades K-5 planned by West Orange library on Oct. 23. Several board game options are available at 4 p.m. 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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South Orange residents can meet with Village Council members on Oct. 23 and Oct. 25 to ask questions and share ideas. It is from 9-10 a.m. on Oct. 23 and 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Oct. 25 at the Baird Cafe, 5 Mead Street, 2nd Floor. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when […]
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Halloween cookie decorating session for ages 14+ planned with South Orange recreation on Oct. 24. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Fee is $55. From South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
Leather bookbinding workshop for ages 15+ planned with South Orange recreation on Oct. 24. It is from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Enrollment is $66. 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.
Youth ages 24 and younger can attend NAACP-Oranges and Maplewood's youth council reactivation meeting on Oct. 24 in East Orange. It is from 12-2 p.m. at Elmwood United Presbyterian Church. From Oranges & Maplewood: NAACP. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Book swap planned with South Orange library on Oct. 24. It is from 1-4 p.m. at the Baird Community Center. Bring up to 10 books in good condition. 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 details.
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Halloween event planned with South Orange Downtown on Oct. 25. It is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Spiotta Park. There will be a costume contest, Halloween obstacle course, face painting, trick-or-treat stations, and more. Free admission. From South Orange Downtown. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the […]
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"Mad Science Halloween Spectacular" planned at West Orange library on Oct. 26. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Open to all ages. Registration is 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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People can attend Maplewood library’s financial Q&A drop-in session at the Hilton Branch on Oct. 27. 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.
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South Orange Reads book club meeting for youth and adults planned with South Orange library on Oct. 27. Attendees will discuss "All My Rage" by Sabaa Tahir from 7-8 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 […]
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"Co-Lab After Dark: Tarot, Tricks, and Treats" planned with The Co-Lab on Oct. 29 in South Orange. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 57 South Orange. Ave. RSVP by emailing info@colabsouthorange.com. From The Co-Lab. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Halloween party for seniors planned with Maplewood community services on Oct. 29. It is from 12-2 p.m. at the Maplewood Community Center. There will be pizza, salad, and a costume contest. Tickets are $10 for residents, $12 for non-residents. Register online or by calling 973-763-0750. From Maplewood Township. This information is accurate as of when […]
Seniors ages 65+ can receive assistance filing applications to N.J. property tax relief programs on Oct. 29 in South Orange. Assistance is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5 Mead St. Representatives will assist with completing the state’s combined application, called PAS-1, that encompasses Senior Freeze, Anchor, and Stay NJ. Government photo ID is […]
"Deconstructing Racism Workshop" planned virtually with South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race on Oct. 29. It begins at 7 p.m. and will discuss the history of racism in the U.S. and actionable strategies to advance racial equity. Follow-up workshops are scheduled for Nov. 5, Nov. 13, and Nov. 20. Registration is required. From South Orange-Maplewood […]
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Immigrant response training webinar planned with SOMA Justice and SOMA Action on Nov. 1. Training will start at 3 p.m., and will address best practices for intervention and ways to get involved. From SOMA Justice. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Free literary reading with N. West Moss and Matthew Thorburn planned with South Orange recreation on Nov. 1. The reading begins at 3 p.m. at Skate House, 5 Mead St. It is part of the Watershed Literary’s reading series. From South Orange Village. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […]
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