Seton Hall Conference on Women and Gender
Mar
28
9:00 AM09:00

Seton Hall Conference on Women and Gender

The conference offers a collection of exciting sessions that reflect the diversity of perspectives and approaches that characterize scholarship on women and gender. Presentations are designed to be accessible to all members of the Seton Hall and South Orange community.

The conference schedule and registration.

 
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The Unwanted Book Event with Author Boris Fishman
Mar
30
2:00 PM14:00

The Unwanted Book Event with Author Boris Fishman

A tense page-turner about a young girl and her parents fleeing civil war and a brutal dictatorship, The Unwanted is a stunning story about what the most powerless among us will do for dignity, freedom and safety.

This event is free and open to the public with no registration required.

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Community Meeting on 2025 NJ American Water Lead Service Line Replacement
Apr
2
7:30 PM19:30

Community Meeting on 2025 NJ American Water Lead Service Line Replacement

In July 2021, New Jersey enacted legislation requiring utility companies to replace utility-owned and customer-owned lead and galvanized service lines by 2031. NJAW is increasing the pace of replacements to complete the necessary work within the next year. This community meeting will discuss the replacement program and answer resident questions.

The meeting will be held at Maplewood Town Hall. Residents can attend in person or via Zoom (details below). The meeting will also be recorded and made available to residents.

Join Via Zoom. 
Passcode:372589

Phone one-tap:
+19292056099,,89984252017#

Join via audio:
(929) 205-6099
Webinar ID: 899 8425 2017

 
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New Year, Healthier You: Spring!
Apr
6
4:00 PM16:00

New Year, Healthier You: Spring!

Spring’s freshest flavors take center stage in the latest edition of Chef Tsipi Kaplan’s popular New Year, Healthier You* series—where seasonal cooking meets feel-good eating. This vibrant menu is packed with nutrients, gut-friendly prebiotics, and anti-inflammatory ingredients, all without sacrificing flavor.

More info and register.

 
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Fairy House Building Contest Submit and Install Days
Apr
12
10:00 AM10:00

Fairy House Building Contest Submit and Install Days

Showcase your creativity and building skills by constructing new fairy houses for the trail!

Accepted fairy houses can be brought to the trail on Saturday, April 12 or 26. Winners will be announced on May 3rd at Fairy Trail Day and online. (You do not need to be present to win.)

More info and guidelines.

 
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Maker Madness
Apr
26
10:00 AM10:00

Maker Madness

What will YOU make at Maker Madness? Families will enjoy 25+ maker stations at this free community STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) event.

The Achieve Foundation of South Orange & Maplewood invites the community for a morning and afternoon of fun, creativity and hands-on learning.

 
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Fairy House Building Contest Submit and Install Days
Apr
26
10:00 AM10:00

Fairy House Building Contest Submit and Install Days

Showcase your creativity and building skills by constructing new fairy houses for the trail!

Accepted fairy houses can be brought to the trail on Saturday, April 12 or 26. Winners will be announced on May 3rd at Fairy Trail Day and online. (You do not need to be present to win.)

More info and guidelines.

 
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MGC Spring Concert with Special Guests and Lightsabers
May
4
4:00 PM16:00

MGC Spring Concert with Special Guests and Lightsabers

Always a fun afternoon of music--bring your friends and your lightsaber!  The annual Spring concert celebrating friends, friendship, friendliness, Friendly’s Ice Cream, and yes, even Star Wars! With special guests honor choirs from Columbia HS led by Mr. Nick Diaz, plus a performance by our high school scholarship winner.

More info.
Ticket info.
Can’t make it? Live feed info.

 
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Pride Under the Stars Dance Party in South Orange
Jun
13
8:00 PM20:00

Pride Under the Stars Dance Party in South Orange

This 21+ celebration will be hosted by the fabulous Honey Marie and music by DJ Dirty Preston keeping the energy high all night long. Enjoy dancing under the stars and grab a drink at the cash bar—proceeds benefit North Jersey Pride.
Admission is free, but a suggested donation of $20

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Dreams Like Thunder Book Event with Author Diane Simmons
Mar
25
7:00 PM19:00

Dreams Like Thunder Book Event with Author Diane Simmons

In conversation with Meredith Sue Willis

Set over a couple of days in 1959 on a small Oregon farm, Dreams Like Thunder centers on a family that seems less in touch with the twentieth century than with the myth of their own pioneer past.

This event is free with no prior registration required.

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Virtual Author Talk: New Jersey Women During World War II
Mar
25
12:00 PM12:00

Virtual Author Talk: New Jersey Women During World War II

  • Virtual Event hosted by South Orange Library (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

World War II saw an unprecedented mobilization of women who supported the war in traditional and novel ways, breaking many societal barriers, especially women in New Jersey.

Dr. Patricia Chappine examines the critical role the women of New Jersey played as they stepped into newly formed military branches and entered the labor force in areas never before opened to them.

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Transitions - PreK to Kindergarten
Mar
24
7:00 PM19:00

Transitions - PreK to Kindergarten

March is all about moving on up to Kindergarten! Transitions are exciting, but they can be stressful, especially for families of children with disabilities. Join SEPAC SOMA and our panel of K-5 experts to talk about what to expect next year in elementary school.

Questions? info@sepacsoma.org

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The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum
Mar
22
8:00 PM20:00

The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum

The Colored Museum is a provocative and seriously funny tour of eleven “exhibits”—toxic narratives about Black American experiences. From confrontational to aspirational, morbid to triumphant, Wolfe’s satiric sketches target America’s most pernicious stereotypes of Black culture, looking to retire outdated exhibits and make room for the future.

More info and tickets.

Friday & Saturday, March 14, 15, 21, 22 at 8PM
Sunday, March 16 at 2PM

 
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The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum
Mar
21
8:00 PM20:00

The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum

The Colored Museum is a provocative and seriously funny tour of eleven “exhibits”—toxic narratives about Black American experiences. From confrontational to aspirational, morbid to triumphant, Wolfe’s satiric sketches target America’s most pernicious stereotypes of Black culture, looking to retire outdated exhibits and make room for the future.

More info and tickets.

Friday & Saturday, March 14, 15, 21, 22 at 8PM
Sunday, March 16 at 2PM

 
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