Forget That! 22 Lessons You Must Unlearn to Succeed
Apr
23
7:30 PM19:30

Forget That! 22 Lessons You Must Unlearn to Succeed

Book Event with author Roger Flax, Ph.D

From simple adages we learned in grade school to well-intentioned ideas learned later, respected corporate consultant Dr. Roger Flax covers twenty-two lessons you must unlearn to find success.

This event is free with no prior registration required.

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Dr. Hettie Williams: The Georgia of the North
Apr
24
7:00 PM19:00

Dr. Hettie Williams: The Georgia of the North

"Georgia of the North" is a historical narrative about Black women and the long civil rights movement in New Jersey from the Great Migration to 1954. Specifically, the critical role played by Black women in forging interracial, cross-class, and cross-gender alliances at the local and national level and their role in securing the passage of progressive civil rights legislation in the Garden State is at the core of this book.

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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.)

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Marshall Elementary School 5K Run/Walk
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

Marshall Elementary School 5K Run/Walk

Begins and ends in Grove Park. Runners and walkers of all ages, speeds, and styles are welcome to participate.

A 1-mile Fun Run before the 5K race begins at 9:30 am, and a cheering squad along the way as you run, walk, or roll your way to the finish line while also fundraising for Marshall. Need a race day tank? Purchase your limited run Marshall 5K shirt while supplies last! 

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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.

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Swing into Spring: A Social Night for Active adults
May
16
5:00 PM17:00

Swing into Spring: A Social Night for Active adults

Get ready for an evening of food, fun, and great company at The Baird!

Designed for adults 55+, this event blends vintage vibes with modern fun—enjoy a delicious spread, challenge yourself in a trivia showdown, and hit the dance floor with a lively mix of classic and contemporary tunes!

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Wild At Heart - A David Lynch Tribute
May
16
7:30 PM19:30

Wild At Heart - A David Lynch Tribute

Presented by Maplewood Film Society and Maplewood Arts & Culture.

Featuring an exclusive screening of the film Wild at Heart, starring Nicholas Cage, Laura Dern, Willem Defoe, and Isabella Rossellini. This film is not available on any streaming platform, so don't miss your chance to see it on a big screen with all your friends. 

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Beatfest
May
30
7:00 PM19:00

Beatfest

  • Columbia High School Ritzer Field (map)
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The students of the Colombia High School Music Industry and Music Studio clubs are proud to present the CHS second annual Beatfest! A mix of bands and solo artists will perform covers and original songs in various styles including rock, pop, RnB, and hip-hop.

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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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FORT: Fit for Life Exercise and Nutrition After 60
Apr
13
9:00 PM21:00

FORT: Fit for Life Exercise and Nutrition After 60

Master Frederick Neal will share how exercise and nutrition can improve health and wellness levels as we age. He’ll also discuss the science behind exercise and nutrition for longevity, debunk common myths about aging, and explore how mind-body disciplines like Tai Chi and martial arts support lifelong health.

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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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Free Event & Tasting with Breanna Neff of Brelixi!
Apr
11
4:20 PM16:20

Free Event & Tasting with Breanna Neff of Brelixi!

Breanna is the visionary food scientist & founder of the cannabis company Brelixi. She will speak about how we engage with cannabis consumption and offer tastings of two of her functional supplement powders (one CBD and one THC) added to delicious NA beverages.

All purchases at The Botanica Boutique will be 10% off during the event.

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Matt Katz: Inconceivable Truth
Apr
10
7:00 PM19:00

Matt Katz: Inconceivable Truth

Former NJ political reporter, fill-in host for the Brian Lehrer Show and other WNYC programs, and investigative reporter, Matt Katz’s eight-part podcast series, "Inconceivable Truth," about his search for the identity of his biological father and the unusual way in which he was conceived is currently a Top 10 podcast on the Apple Podcast charts.

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