Maplewood Vintage Show
A curated 2-day event featuring over 35+ vendors specializing in all things vintage — clothing and accessories, fine and costume jewelry, vintage home decor, lighting, art, glassware, tabletop items, and more.
The Ultimate Founder’s Day
Calling all CHS Ultimate and Sparkle Motion alumni and fans!
Bring the whole family for an exciting day with a FREE Ultimate clinic for kids ages 12-18 with world champion ultimate player and YouTube sensation, Marques Brownlee, NY Gridlock Coach, Eileen Murray, and NY Empire Coach Anthony Nuñez! The annual Alumni vs. Current Players game, and a community hat tournament.
Back to the Good Old Days at Avenue Pub
Live music, terrific food, drink, company, and atmosphere. Entertainment from the “golden era” of rock and roll
Maplewood Garden Club: Ikenobo Ikebana
Professor Robert Pagan will demonstrate and give us a history of Ikenobo Ikebana. ALL of our programs are FREE and open to the public, you don't need to be a member or even live in Maplewood.
Oracle Card Reading at Kimaya Kama
A magical evening of insight, relaxation, and holiday cheer at Kimaya Kama in Maplewood Village!
Enjoy drinks, delicious bites, and exclusive shopping specials as you explore the curated collection of unique gifts for the season.
Oracle Card Readings with Kristie of Mana Energy Collective. $10 per reading.
Le Parc Place Preschool Open House
This is a wonderful opportunity for interested parents to explore our vibrant learning environment and discover all that our preschool has to offer. Registration required.
InterACT Theater Productions Presents: Seasonal Allergies
9 out of 10 people have Seasonal Allergies, but nobody has a case worse than Julia Shelby and her brother Peter. So get ready to laugh away your throat tickle, and clear your sinuses with a healthy dose of Holiday Fun.
Two shows: 3pm and 7:30pm.
InterACT Theater Productions Presents: Seasonal Allergies
9 out of 10 people have Seasonal Allergies, but nobody has a case worse than Julia Shelby and her brother Peter. So get ready to laugh away your throat tickle, and clear your sinuses with a healthy dose of Holiday Fun.
Winter Maplewood Meditates
Free. No meditation experience necessary.
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Registration.
Grinchmas Brunch!
It's Time to Steal Some Cheer! Are you feeling a little grinchy this season? Lift your spirits with the perfect mix of holiday cheer and green mischief! A memorable brunch with a twist: special guest, the one and only Grinch himself!
Baker Street Winter Flea
Discover unique finds, handmade crafts, vintage treasures, and local goodies perfect for the holiday season.
Handmade crafts & art
Vintage & secondhand clothing
Jewelry & accessories
Home décor
Specialty foods and more!
8th Annual Camp Fair
Two dozen day and overnight camps are participating (including many new camps!) and will provide materials and answer questions regarding their unique programming.
Free to all and children are welcome to attend. Entertainment and refreshments will be provided.
Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Holiday Open House
Enjoy viewing Gingerbread House Contest entries, Victorian Santa, music, and shopping in the charming Country Store.
Watercolor Holiday Cards with Manman Huang
Manman will demonstrate watercolor brushwork skills and show some of her examples. Learn the techniques, and create your own unique cards for any occasion. Adults only. Registration is required.
SOMA Figure Drawing
Two hours of drawing to practice your craft in the community of artists. All skill levels and all mediums are welcome. This is not a class but a facilitated session.
Holiday Luncheon
Put on your holiday finest and join your friends for delicious food and merry-making.
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SOMACC Holiday Party!
A wonderful event and a chance to gather and celebrate the holidays with other members. Upstairs at Pickett's Village Bar with great food and your ticket includes a complimentary beer or wine.
Breakfast With Santa at St. James's Gate
Have a great breakfast while Santa visits to chat with all the children.
Tickets go on sale at The St. James’s Gate on Monday, December 2nd. Get your tickets before they are sold out.
SOMA Youth Business Fair
Just in time for holiday shopping!
This event is open to youth entrepreneurs aged 6-17 to develop their business and marketing skills by showcasing their products and services at a retail event. There will also be a competitive element, with prizes for best ideas and displays across different age categories.
Handmade Holiday
Shop the Handmade Holiday at The Woodland. Admission is free, family friendly, and open to the public.
Maplewood Glee Club Concert: A Few of My Favorite (Holiday) Things!
An afternoon of "brown paper packages tied up in strings" filled with holiday favorites to put you in a seasonal mood.
SOMA Figure Drawing
Two hours of drawing to practice your craft in the community of artists. All skill levels and all mediums are welcome. This is not a class but a facilitated session.
SOMA Rocks 5
A joyous, eclectic evening of rock featuring an insanely talented group of singers, with music arranged and performed by SOMA's own The Local Heroes. All proceeds will benefit CHSMPA.
More details coming soon, so watch this space!
Lunar Fest 2025
Lunar Fest NJ celebrates the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. Lunar Fest NJ is hosted by the non-profit org, SOMA Cross Cultural Works in Maplewood, NJ
The year of the snake.
Holiday Wreath Making for Seniors
Get your home in the holiday spirit!
$25, all supplies included.
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Yoga Nidra Practice
Yoga Nidra is often referred to as “sleepless sleep”. The practice moves you from a waking state into deep rest. Like sleep, this practice nurtures recharging and recovery. It can help us reset our nervous system, decrease stress, and awaken to our inner resources.
Pollockpalooza
Four amazing local bands headlined by the Essex Funk Collective. Tickets include an evening of amazing music and three drink tickets Food will be available for purchase and additional drink tickets can be purchased for $5 each.
Satsang & Book Signing ~ Open Your Heart to Love
SATSANGA – meditation, spiritual discourse and chanting. The easiest way to open our hearts and lifts our thoughts is with meditation, chanting and through sharing of positive and inspirational insights.
2nd Annual Mapso Family Follies Talent Show
This year’s fabulous multi-generational show will have 15 acts—music, dancing, singing, comedy, circus tricks, and at least one chicken suit
Partner Yoga with Tamra
Slow down, stretch out, and feel supported during this playful practice. Spark a deeper connection and relax in a safe space. Excellent for couples and friends. Beginner friendly.
Hot Ones Challenge at General Store
This is an event you do NOT want to miss! Eight of the popular Hot Ones Hot sauces. Challengers taste each one with either a wing or a fry and those who can handle all 8, without a chaser (bread or a drink), win a prize.
Silhouettes by Erik
Erik is a highly skilled silhouette artist. Within minutes, Erik hand cuts each silhouette by just looking at the subject's profile. When he's done you'll have an amazing keepsake silhouette..
Silhouettes are $30 each
Wine and Cheese: A Classic Combination
In this guided tasting, you’ll explore a curated selection of fine wines from local importer Bonhomie Wine Imports with tasting notes explained by local wine expert, Hank Zona. The wine is paired with an array of fine cheese and charcuterie from Maplewood Wheelhouse. The evening takes place at Lum’s Cellars, 1718 Springfield Ave in Maplewood.
Cheese Boards!
Learn to prepare teh perfect holiday cheese board.
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Lunar Fest 2025: Year of the Snake
Performances representing Chinese, Korean, Japanese and South East Asian culture, along with fun, engaging children's activities, and delicious food.
Admission is FREE and all are welcome.
The Third Gilmore Girl: An Evening with Author Kelly Bishop
A candid and captivating memoir from award-winning actress Kelly Bishop, spanning her six decades in show business from Broadway to Hollywood.
Ticket required for admission, a copy of the book is included in the ticket price.
Podcasting 101: How to Start a Podcast
Have a great idea for a podcast but you don’t know where to start?
This intro to podcasting will provide you with the basics -- from planning to production.
The Strollers Present: Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp
1 pm and 3pm showing.
Join Aladdin on a magical musical journey through the Land of Arabia assisted by two larger-than-life Jinni puppets.
Fridays, 11/8 & 11/15 at 7PM
Saturdays & Sundays, 11/9, 11/10, 11/16, 11/17 - Two showings at 1PM and 3PM
The Strollers Present: Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp
1 pm and 3pm showing.
Join Aladdin on a magical musical journey through the Land of Arabia assisted by two larger-than-life Jinni puppets.
Fridays, 11/8 & 11/15 at 7PM
Saturdays & Sundays, 11/9, 11/10, 11/16, 11/17 - Two showings at 1PM and 3PM
Grant Writing Bootcamp
This workshop focuses on the essential knowledge and skills you need to develop effective grant proposals. By the end of this course, you will be ready to draft and send out your very own proposal for funding.
The Strollers Present: Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp
Join Aladdin on a magical musical journey through the Land of Arabia assisted by two larger-than-life Jinni puppets.
Fridays, 11/8 & 11/15 at 7PM
Saturdays & Sundays, 11/9, 11/10, 11/16, 11/17 - Two showings at 1PM and 3PM
Holiday Open House at Perch Home
Experience the holiday Enchanted Forest for the holiday season. Mocktails and apps at the cafe, a Sophia Chalmers jewelry trunk show, and gold-filled permanent jewelry from the new collection.
Seniors Friendsgiving
Enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings.
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SOMA Figure Drawing
Two hours of drawing to practice your craft in the community of artists. All skill levels and all mediums are welcome. This is not a class but a facilitated session.