It’s a SO-MAPSO-PODSO Mashup!
We join Eric Greenberg, host of MAPSO Podso, in his studio for a chat about upcoming events, past episodes, local favorite spots, Dirty Dancing, Andrew McCarthy, and of course, Muppets.
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What’s happening the week of August 31, 2023.
Do you know where you’re going to? We can help! Meet the SOMAPSO staff and get ready for some Dirty Dancing as we gear up for Porchfest and more this week.
Rewind to Miss Abigail’s Guide, West African Beats Night, and Water Towers at Pickett’s. We’re looking forward to Porchfest, Broadway in the Park, DJ Jimmy’s Dance Party and Karaoke, and Pops and Pups. Three things include Community Coalition on Race, free COVID tests, and even more Porchfest (can you tell we’re excited??) SOPAC thing to know with a discount code for John Pizzarelli Trio.
Meet up with us before Pedrito Martinez at SOPAC on September 30!
Sweet Vermouth returns, and boy, have we got a song for you.
What’s happening the week of August 24, 2023.
Clear the spiderwebs from your doorway and grab a Negroni because we have a lot to cover this week and some of it is even about upcoming events.
We rewind to DJ Preston and Friends in Maplewood Village, Luna Stella, and Chrissy’s trip to Long Island. Next week brings Stuff Bros. at Village Hall, Miss Abigail’s Guide, Mapso Funk Fest, West African Beats Night, Bill Tally Trio, and a movie in Borden Park.
Three things with Maplewood Garden Club greenhouse sign-up, a local book club, Studio Tour registration, and street closures. SOPAC Thing to Know: get your tickets for The Weeklings with our special discount code!
We’ve been Sweet Vermouth. Thank you and goodnight!
What’s happening the week of August 17, 2023.
We’re back from vacation and trying to remember how to do this thing.
We rewind all the way back to recap Ladies of Laughter at SOPAC and the House Music Festival in Memorial Park. Cat had dinner at Luna Stella and saw Blues People Live; Chrissy hit up Village Hall, but missed Tristate.
We’re looking forward to The Theater Project’s Miss Abigails Guide, the Mad Slap Tones and DJ Preston + Friends in Maplewood Village, Sarah Hodd and the Drive in South Orange, and Music Bingo at Osterio del Corso (did we say that right?). Plus there’s a hike in South Mountain, Mary Poppins Returns with Emily Blunt (Emma Lee Blunt if you’re from Texas), movies at Floods Hill, and we talk downsizing so you don’t have to.
So many things to know with Honey and Hive ice cream, Maplewood Pool, Porchfest, a sales tax holiday, and Noire Dispensary. This week’s SOPAC thing to know features a discount code for An Evening with Kaki King.
Plus, a Red Hot Chili Pepper’s reference that you’ll get if you’re (ahem) of a certain age.
Thank you for sharing your super hero origin story with us, Mary and Carolyn!
Mary Barr Mann and Carolyn Parisi from Village Green stopped by the SOMAPSO studio to chat and it was interesting and a whole lotta fun!
We heard how they got started with VG and a hot paywall tip.
Find out what happens when we turn the SOMA Spotlight around on them. And hear how they feel about Dirty Dancing (spoiler, there’s a +1 for Cat) and, of course, we talk Muppets.
We’re off next week, but back to our regularly scheduled program on August 17.
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What’s happening the week of July 27, 2023.
Join us as we discuss why Kermit is a SOMAPSO dad. You know it’s true.
We rewind to Forget the Whale in Spiotta Park, Lynette Sheard in Maplewood Village, wine in a can from Neighbor’s, cesare salad at Village Hall, Barbie, and Harrison Ford still looking good at 80. A visit to General Store Shops and Cafe with a mystery red drink.
We’re looking ahead to Ladies of Laughter, History and Mystery of Tarot, Lydia Johnson Dance and Blue Sphere Jazz, 80s Theater Celebration with INTERact Theater, and spicy food at Tandoori Chef. Three things with Joyce Carol Oates, Maplewood Pool, SOMA Action, senior art show, and a tennis tournament.
Get a special SOPAC ticket code for Damn the Torpedoes: Tom Petty Concert Experience.
Next week we have a bonus episode with Village Green you don’t want to miss!
What’s happening the week of July 20, 2023.
Join us in our magical dome as we revisit the canceled music from last week, Art in the Garden, and Perch Home.
Next week, we’re looking forward to Ladies of Laughter at SOPAC, Forget the Whale at Downtown After Sundown, movies, and the Maplewood Village Summer Sidewalk Sale.
Don’t miss Three Things with tacos from Cielo’s, brunch at Del Corso, and Jazz at the Gazebo.
Special discount code for Pedrito Martinez Group at SOPAC and yes, we did just make up the word “tacconnoisseur.”
What’s happening the week of July 13, 2023.
IIt’s a Journey, man, from Gilligan’s Island all the way to Smurfs…
Last week: Maplewoodstock, Artie’s, Moon River, and Daughtership. This week: Pitbull Trading Game, Pollinator Garden, art opening, and SO MUCH live music. Three things includes adult swim nights, 10 Days of 10Ks, and the fairy trail.
In our SOPAC Thing to Know: 20% discount code for Journeyman: An Eric Clapton Tribute.
What’s happening the week of July 6, 2023.
It’s Chrissy’s birthday and we’re celebrating by recording a podcast during roadwork!
Last week, Boss Molly Bourbon tasting, Porta Rossa, Perch gelato, and Star Spangled Trivia. This week, fireworks, Maplewoodstock, and lots of book events. Three things with SOMA Two Towns, Waldo, and the libraries.
Plus - our new SOPAC Thing to Know segment with a special listener discount code for Ladies of Laughter!
Letters to Google — and a visit from Cookie Monster?
What’s happening the week of June 29, 2023.
The fireworks are popping off and so are we!
A look back to Drag Queen Bingo and the SOPAC Drag Show. A look forward to Star Spangled Trivia Night, Boss Molly Bourbon tasting, Morrow Turnover Sale, and, of course, Independence Day celebrations. Three things with Perch, Porchfest, Fox and Falcon, and Maplewoodstock. And, of course, our listener discount code for merch.
Get your bourbon glow on and join us!
What’s happening the week of June 22, 2023.
This week, a secret merch code for listeners!
A look back at tapas night, Ridgewood Row, and regrets about missing the Pride Dance Party. Looking forward to Drag Queen Bingo, Cabaret in the Loft, and Chuckle Patch. Three things with a new name for General Store, Lum’s grand opening, and a new restaurant.
Plus the wheel of cheese guy makes another cameo and we reveal what the Calendar Rundown button sounds like.
What’s happening the week of June 15, 2023.
Join us for the Ides of June (not the band) as we recap last week with Girls’ Night Out, Pride Fest, Open Mic Student Night, and Lorena’s jazz brunch.
Coming up: Ridgewood Row Open Market, Fly High Night, Cornhole Classic, Pride Dance Party, Art Bender, and Juneteenth. Things to know with gelato, ribbon cutting, a fundraising run, Drag and Draw, and Maggie Haberman.
Grab some Thai iced tea and gelato and let’s go!
What’s happening the week of June 8, 2023.
It’s a whole SOMAPSO bouquet and even Bennet is excited!
Rewind to the fizzy fundraiser, Warren Court Art Walk, Merc, and Pride flag raising. Coming up next week, Girls Night Out, open mic nights, and Pride Fest. Things to know with Able Baker, Artie’s, and chocuterie.
We’re listening to Mapso Podso and we think you should too.
Celebrate good times. Come on.
What’s happening the week of June 1, 2023.
It’s June and we are all about this amazing weather and, apparently, empanadas!
Last week we had fun at the duck race, Funk Yeah!, the South Orange public art celebration, and Your Third Base. This week, we’re heading to Nobody Beats the Fiz, the Warren Court Art Walk, Maplewood Merc’s big sale, the Pride flag raising, and Undercover Music Fest. Info on farmers markets, July 4, and the free rabies clinic.
Plus a top tip on a secret takeout spot.
What’s happening the week of May 25, 2023.
We’re rolling into Pride month on our cardboard roller-skates!
We rewind to Inspired Minds, BoDeans, and MayFest and we look forward to the South Orange Downtown Public Art Celebration, Funk Yeah!, Bad Art Night, and a fizzy fundraiser. Three+ things to know including the Rotary Club, Arturo’s news, and Pride Merch.
Get ready — it’s going to be a Hot Arties Summer here in SOMAPSO!
What’s happening the week of May 18, 2023.
We might be talking about Andrew McCarthy again this week, but we aren’t obsessed with him — we pinky swear!
Wrap up of what we did last week including the plant sale, [words] bookstore, fancy cocktails, and Hana Sushi. Next week looking forward to BoDeans, Rocky Horror, MayFest, the Record Fair, and the Migrant Chef.
Outdoor dining, Memorial Day festivities, and at least three references to Pretty in Pink.